Sandvik Mining announced the launch of a significantly upgraded Toro LH208L loader, designed to deliver higher productivity, improved operator comfort and lower cost-per-tonne in low‑profile underground mining operations. The new release is engineered for tunnels with headroom as low as 1.8 meters and combines a high payload‑to‑weight ratio with enhanced powertrain performance. The loader now has a Volvo Penta Stage…
Read MoreSandvik has inked a deal with coal miner Alpha Metallurgical Resources to establish local manufacturing for its ground support business in the U.S. market. Additionally, the supplier said, it will also establish a long-term exclusive supply deal with Alpha. Sandvik will hold a 51% stake in the JV, and Alpha will hold the remaining 49%. Production is planned at a…
Read MoreSandvik Mining secured an order to supply a DR410i rotary drill rig, equipped for autonomous operation, to Mariana Minerals’ Copper One mine in southeastern Utah. The order was booked in the first quarter and has been delivered to the site, with commissioning of AutoMine Surface Drilling ongoing. The project marks the beginning of a collaboration between Sandvik and Mariana Minerals…
Read MoreMats Eriksson, business area manager for Mining at Sandvik, confirmed he will retire in 2027 and transition to a role as senior advisor for the supplier in the interim. This year, he will leave his position as president of the business area and as a member of group management when a successor takes office, tentatively on 1 July. Once that…
Read MoreSandvik Mining has expanded the capabilities of the Newtrax Mining Data Platform (MDP) by introducing Newtrax Control Room Editor, a new feature designed to provide mines with seamless manual data management, even in offline environments. This technology enables users to create, update and delete data without network connectivity, ensuring continuous and reliable access to crucial information. Newtrax Control Room Editor…
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Sandvik Mining has rolled out AutoMine Surface Fleet, a new feature that enables operators to manage more than 15 Sandvik surface i-series drill rigs from any connected site location. The new solution delivers unprecedented flexibility while reducing downtime and improving productivity during shift changes. The new advanced FleetFlex functionality enables operators to seamlessly and simultaneously control the transfer of drill…
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Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is introducing AutoMine Flexible Safety Zone, a new feature for its AutoMine underground system for autonomous mining operations. The new capability is designed to improve productivity and increase flexibility by enabling alternating safety zone states between autonomous and manual operation. With the AutoMine Flexible Safety Zone, autonomous mining equipment can operate continuously in the automated…
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Throughout the world, Cat engines reliably power thousands of unique applications for many of the leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). From 0.5 to 32 liter, Cat engines take on the many challenges thrown at them, which is why they are designed to power the biggest, toughest machines in harsh environments. It’s that exceptional performance and reliability that has led Sandvik…
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Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has rolled out the Toro LH518iB loader equipped with AutoMine. The automation-ready battery-electric underground loader is undergoing extensive factory testing, with the first unit scheduled for customer delivery during the first half of 2023 and AutoMine compatibility available in the second half. The Toro LH518iB marries industry-leading battery-electric and automation technologies. Building on predecessor Sandvik…
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Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology released a new version of its Digital Driller operator training simulator, designed to allow the training of underground drill operators and maintenance personnel from anywhere.
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