The OEM recently held a grand opening of its new manufacturing facility in Keokuk, Iowa, sharing more information in an exclusive NAM interview. By Donna Schmidt Supply chain improvements, particularly in a time when mines are demanding quick turnarounds more than ever before, are crucial for suppliers. FLSmidth took this to heart in its plans for the newest facility in…
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North American Mining asked technology and equipment suppliers for their views on the future of mining and how they are supporting mining companies in achieving that vision. By Jonathan Rowland There is “much speculation about the future of mining, especially with the increased demand for greener energies,” said Scott Holub, manager of OTR Technical Services at BKT Tires. However, what…
Read MoreFLSmidth has signed an agreement to acquire German-based TIPCO Tudeshki Industrial Process Control GmbH (Tipco), known for developing sensor technology that can measure the particle size distribution of different mass flows. “This acquisition marks an important addition to our [pumps, cyclones and valves (PCV)] offerings and highlights our strategic focus on digital solutions across the Mining flowsheet,” said Pat Turner,…
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FLSmidth has received an order to deliver five AFP2500 concentrate and tailings filters to South32’s Hermosa critical minerals project in southern Arizona. The equipment will help the miner minimize the operation’s environmental impact.
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As progress was made in the development of Allegheny Metallurgical’s Longview longwall mine in central West Virginia, crews at its coal preparation plant were also working hard to bring it online. NAM takes an exclusive look at the High Carbon Processing Plant. By Donna Schmidt Hard work and dedication are well-rewarded, and that has certainly been the case with the…
Read MoreFLSmidth has acquired 100% of the shares in Canadian-based Farnell-Thompson Applied Technologies. “The majority of Farnell-Thompson’s revenue and earnings are generated through the supply of mill engineering services, sale of new mills as well as of spare parts and other services to the company’s customer base, which consists of approximately 70 mills worldwide,” FLSmidth said. Prior to the acquisition Farnell-Thompson…
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Hydrocyclones have been workhorses of mineral processing for over a century.But how is this venerable technology adapting to the needs of 21st century mining? By Jonathan Rowland Digital solutions, such as CycloneSense from Metso (pictured), help detect disturbances and optimize separation performance. Hydrocyclones have been around for a while; invented in the late 1800s, they were further developed and introduced for…
Read MoreFLSmidth said it acquired Morse Rubber, a U.S.-based company that produces heavy-duty rubber products, to address mill liner capacity constraints in certain regions. The Morse Rubber competences will add advanced molding capabilities for rubber and composite mill liners, as well as screen media and various rubber and rubber ceramic wear components, to the existing FLSmidth service offerings. This will allow…
Read MoreIn an interview with NAM, FLSmidth group CEO Mikko Keto discusses the landmark 2022 takeover of TK Mining and its impact on the company now and into the future. Edited by Donna Schmidt Last August, global processing company FLSmidth closed its takeover of thyssenkrupp’s mining business TK Mining after a months-long process. While no financial details were released, it was…
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Coarse particle flotation and bulk ore sorting are starting to make waves in the mineral processing industry. North American Mining takes a look at both technologies with the help of experts from three leading mineral processing OEMs. By Jonathan Rowland The mining industry is known for the relatively slow pace with which it adopts new technologies. And there are good…
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