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Sandvik launches AutoMine Aura platform

May 26, 2026May 26, 2026 Francesca Mills

Sandvik has launched AutoMine Aura, a first-of-its-kind underground mining automation platform fully engineered for the future and the most significant evolution of AutoMine since its introduction over two decades ago. AutoMine Aura transforms every layer of the AutoMine platform, delivering full situational awareness with zero blind spots, enabling higher utilization and consistent productivity in complex underground environments. The platform introduces…

Sandvik Ground Support to establish U.S. joint venture

May 20, 2026May 20, 2026 Francesca Mills

Sandvik 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…

No minute unsupported: Developments in underground ground control

May 15, 2026May 15, 2026 Francesca Mills

Removing people from under or near unsupported ground is a key advantage of pumpable resins, improving operational safety. Not pictured: Epiroc Boltec E10 with pumpable resin option.

As underground operations push deeper into high-stress ground conditions, integrating smart support systems, mechanization, and real-time modeling is redefining what ground control can deliver. by Jonathan Rowland As underground operations push deeper, “mining teams are confronting significantly elevated stress environments that amplify seismic risk and deformation demands,” Sandvik’s Daria Fuerstenau told North American Mining. At the same time, geology is…

Sandvik names president of Mining business

April 29, 2026April 29, 2026 NAM Staff

Sandvik has appointed Patrick Murphy as president of business area Mining and new member of the Sandvik Group executive management, effective July 1. He succeeds Mats Eriksson, who is stepping down from the role ahead of his planned retirement in 2027. “Patrick Murphy is an experienced international leader with a strong track record and proven leadership skills from his previous…

Sandvik introduces end-to-end resin bolting solutions

April 14, 2026April 14, 2026 NAM Staff

Sandvik has added fully integrated, end-to-end resin bolting solutions to its line-up for safety, quality and productivity across global mining operations. By unifying Sandvik underground drill rigs, pumpable resin systems, resin capsule injection technologies, chemical products and a comprehensive bolt portfolio into one engineered package, the offering ensures that every component works seamlessly together, even in the most challenging geological…

Sandvik unveils new Ranger drill rig

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026 NAM Staff

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During ConExpo-Con/Agg 2026 in Las Vegas, Sandvik launched its Ranger DX1010i drill rig. This new long-feed version enhances the capabilities of the Ranger DXi top hammer rig family in mining applications, featuring up to 6.4 meters (21 feet) of single-pass drilling and a major boost in compressor output. To support the capability for deeper holes, the auxiliary systems of the…

Sandvik’s Eriksson retiring

January 28, 2026January 28, 2026 NAM Staff

Mats 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…

Eldorado Gold orders Sandvik BEVs for Lamaque

December 30, 2025February 3, 2026 NAM Staff

Sandvik has received a large order for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), including trucks and loaders, from Canadian miner Eldorado Gold for its Lamaque gold mine in Val-d’Or, Québec.

Sandvik unveils world’s first battery-powered cable bolter

November 4, 2025November 4, 2025 NAM Staff

Sandvik is expanding its industry-leading battery-electric underground drill offering to include a battery-powered cable bolter, the first of its kind. The Sandvik DS422iE is a battery-electric rock reinforcement drill rig designed for cement grouted cable-bolt installation in underground mines and tunnels. Sandvik DS422iE uses lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery power instead of a diesel engine and offers zero-emissions tramming, drilling, bolting…

Sandvik launches new generation of upgraded crushers

July 2, 2025July 2, 2025 NAM Staff

The new upgraded Sandvik jaw crusher range is another step forward in ensuring even higher Sandvik-grade performance for crushing operations. Merging new jaw crusher capabilities and design, with the existing high safety and productivity standards of the entire Sandvik range was a natural next step. Sandvik jaw crushers are now better equipped than ever to deliver the performance customers expect…