BHP and the Chilean state-owned Codelco have signed a five-year collaboration agreement that will focus on the accumulated experience of both miners in innovation projects focused on strengthening the sustainability of its operations. “Our copper is part of the solution to climate change that threatens the planet and must be produced in a sustainable manner, consistent with that cause,” said…
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Metso Outotec ups game for thickener circuits
Metso Outotec has introduced scalable thickening plant units to ensure outstanding circuit performance and reliability for any minerals processing application or capacity. Comprising high-rate thickeners, high-compression thickeners, paste thickeners, clarifiers and polymer dosing units, the Metso Outotec Thickening Plant Units fit seamlessly with other dewatering units, like filtration or any type of water treatment applications. The pre-engineered units incorporate Planet…
Read MoreWomen in Mining: Elizabeth Fillatre Miller
This month’s featured woman in mining has mining’s spirit at heart as the vice president of Environment and Social Responsibility for Seabridge Gold. NAM learns more from Elizabeth Fillatre Miller. Environment, social and governance (ESG) is a crucial factor for today’s mining companies – and the only thing more crucial is to place someone at the helm of responsibility for…
Read MoreKomatsu moves into new South Harbor home
NAM recently visited Milwaukee, Wis., for an exclusive tour of Komatsu’s new South Harbor corporate campus near Lake Michigan. Check out more about the innovative features of the property, its commitment to sustainability and how it all will pave the path for the OEM’s future. By Donna Schmidt It is said that good things come to those who wait. With…
Read MoreBarrick Gold to test glycine gold leaching
Barrick Gold has agreed to roll out a global testing and implementation program for specialty chemicals company Draslovka’s proprietary glycine gold leaching product – GlyCat. The technology can potentially unlock substantive savings and generate value for Barrick’s operations while also improving its environmental footprint. Starting at the Bulyanhulu gold mine in Tanzania and several other Barrick operations, largescale test work…
Read MoreWomen in Mining: Freda Campbell
After dedicating her entire career to improving Indigenous involvement in the mining industry, Skeena Resources’ Freda Campbell has won the 2023 Indigenous Trailblazer Award by Women in Mining Canada. Edited by Josephine Patterson North American Mining: Can you share a little bit about how you got into mining and why? How do you feel and what does being awarded the…
Read MoreDigital Transformation in the Golden Age of Mining Technology: The Great Skills Evolution
In this third segment of a three-part series exclusive to NAM, Aspen Technology discusses the digital transformation, adaptations needed by mining’s workforce, and what’s to come during this unprecedented time. By Marc Poualion, senior industry marketing manager, Aspen Technology While not a panacea for everything, technology can be a great enabler to address many of the mining industry’s challenges. The…
Read MoreWomen In Mining Unveils WIM100 List For 2022
Women in Mining (WIM UK) has launched its 2022 edition of the “100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining” after a nomination and shortlisting period that included several hundred submissions. The biennial list of 100, sponsored by BMO Capital Markets, Heidrick & Struggles and BCG (Boston Consulting Group), was curated from 915 nominations for 491 women from 61 countries. “Through their…
Read MoreEpiroc to acquire CA maker Mernok Elektronikat U.S. ops
Swedish group Epiroc announced in December it will acquire South African-based collision avoidance system provider Mernok Elektronik, strengthening its presence as a global automation and safety solutions supplier, in a deal for undisclosed terms. Headquartered in Pretoria, Mernok Elektronik designs and produces EMESRT Level 9 proximity detection technologies and collision avoidance systems for both single machines and mixed fleets, and…
Read MoreIntegrated Power acquires Southland Electrical Group
Integrated Power Services (IPS), in its journey to expand its service capabilities, coverage and distribution, has acquired electrical equipment and service provider and power management firm Southland Electrical Group. No financial details were released for the transaction. Southland Group comprises seven discrete businesses: Southland Electrical Supply, Mid-South Electrical Supply, Industrial Panel Company, Southland Automation, South East Switchgear, Southland Electrical Rentals,…
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