From its headquarters near Munich, Germany, Bind-X is a company focused on disrupting the world of dust control through sustainable biotechnology. North American Mining spoke with the CEO to find out more. by Jonathan Rowland Think sustainable mining and what comes to mind? Chances are it is not dust control. The generation of dust is, however, an inevitable consequence of…
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When it comes to DMPs, what works for one mine or quarry might not apply to another – but there are ways for any operation to ensure success. By Michael Kelley, president, BossTek A dust management plan (DMP) is very specific to the industry and application. For example, one site’s needs may look vastly different from that of a port.…
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Water may be crucial to dust control, but it is also heavy and unwieldy to transport – giving it the distinction of being hazardous when not carried correctly. According to Philippi-Hagenbuch’s Josh Swank, there are ways to handle it that are smarter, safer and more efficient. Site safety and efficiency are two of the main reasons why spraying haul roads…
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Australian dust control company Global Road Technology (GRT) is launching a first-ever for mining: a dust control system specifically designed to support autonomous vehicles and equipment. GRT: Haul-Loc dust control systems have been designed to work alongside autonomous haul and water trucks to manage dust effectively while helping to maintain haul roads. “It achieves this by reducing what the industry…
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Fellow Manitoba, Canada companies K-Tec Earthmovers and Cypher Environmental have formed a strategic alliance to advance more efficient mining worldwide via new, improved mine site management methods.
Read MoreCaterpillar has taken on the issue of haul road dust and its impact on safety and productivity at mine sites with the release of its new Cat 777G Water Solutions truck, which it said can solve the issue with less water use.
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