Canadian-based, Mexico-focused Luca Mining said testing of the final equipment to complete construction of its Tahuehueto underground gold mine is almost finished. In the crushing circuit, a new vibrating screen is currently being installed, to further improve crusher system availability. Additionally, final alignment and testing of the second 750-tonnes-per-day ball mill will be completed this month, providing an installed grinding…
Read MoreTag: gold mine
Supreme Court rejects Pebble Mine case
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a case by Alaska to revive a proposed copper and gold mine in the state’s Bristol Bay region, reported the Associated Press. The Environmental Protection Agency rejected the mine proposal last year citing potential impacts on the aquatic ecosystem. The news wire said the justices did not give an explanation for turning…
Read MoreNormet discontinues lift models
Normet has ceased production of its Charmec 1610 B and 1614 B model boom lifts after a run of more than two decades and about 200 units. The models’ successor, the MC 605 emulsion charger, has established itself well in the community with its ergonomic enclosed cabin, improved electrics and upgraded monitoring system. The final 1514 B was recently delivered…
Read MoreCouer Rochester expansion project makes milestone
Couer Mining has confirmed a number of crucial milestones for its Rochester expansion project in Nevada, including initial production of silver and gold. With that goal now met, the U.S.-based producer said it is now ramping up operations, a process that is projected to last until at least early next year. Metal production from the new Stage VI leach pad…
Read MoreSELECTING KNIFE GATE VALVES FOR SEVERE TAILINGS SERVICE
Water reduction efforts in mining operations create high pressure, highly abrasive slurries that require a new class of severe service knife gate valve designs. By Nick Farran One of the major financial drivers of any mining enterprise is the efficiency of tailings disposal. Tailings are the remaining unwanted components of the mine ore once extractable minerals have been recovered. Composed…
Read MoreVentilation conversation is in the air
The North American Mine Ventilation Symposium is back in the Black Hills for its 19th annual gathering – with delegates getting to return to in-person networking and learning. By Donna Schmidt The North American Mine Ventilation Symposium, better known as NAVMS or Mine Vent, is returning to the South Dakota School of Mines from June 17-23, with hundreds headed to…
Read MoreBourchier picked for president, CEO of Mandalay
Canadian-based, global-focused gold miner Mandalay Resources has appointed Frazer Bourchier to lead the company as its new president and CEO, effective April 3. Bourchier, who was also appointed to the Mandalay board, will work closely with current CEO Dominic Duffy to ensure a smooth transition. Outgoing Duffy will remain on the board as a non-executive director. Bourchier has 32 years…
Read MoreCoeur unloads Crown and Sterling assets
The transaction to sell U.S.-based Coeur Mining’s Crown and Sterling holdings in Nevada to a subsidiary of AngloGold Ashanti has closed. Under the terms of the previously announced deal, Coeur received cash consideration of $150 million at closing. The precious metals producer will receive an additional deferred cash consideration of $50 million upon Crown Sterling attaining a total resource of…
Read MoreMonarch’s Beaufor transitioning to C&M
Citing financial and operational challenges – and just weeks after announcing it would slow down operations at the mine due to technical, mechanical and procurement issues – Monarch Mining has confirmed it is suspending mining at the Quebec gold mine and is placing it on care and maintenance. Monarch officials said the halt will be for an “undetermined period” and…
Read MoreFortitude Gold rises in 2Q22
Colorado-based miner Fortitude Gold said in July in its preliminary second quarter production results that it met 10,980 gold ounces during the period. The company said it will maintain its 2022 annual production outlook of 40,000 gold ounces (a range of 36,000 to 40,000 ounces). Fortitude Gold, a gold producer, developer, and explorer with operations in Nevada, has been offering…
Read More