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ABB showcases advanced motor solutions at MINEXCHANGE

March 21, 2025March 21, 2025 NAM Staff

ABB showcased its lineup of industrial electric motor solutions for the mining industry’s demands during last month’s MINEXCHANGE in Denver. Designed for reliability, efficiency and long-term performance, ABB’s motors help operations reduce total life cycle costs while enhancing system productivity. Motor solutions featured at the event included: ABB said its motors exceed industry standards for efficiency, durability and performance, powering…

Weir showcases all-of-mine capabilities at MINExpo

September 26, 2024November 4, 2024 NAM Staff

Weir, an end-to-end solutions provider focused on accelerating sustainable mining, is exhibiting at MINExpo, at Central Hall Booth 8833, Weir showcased its brands and unveiling a range of new innovative technologies and solutions. Weir will launch its ESCO NEXSYS GET Lip System for rope shovel dippers, which lowers lip maintenance requirements, extends tooth and adapter life and, ultimately, provides miners…

Sustainability the center of new Weir, CEEC International partnership

February 12, 2024February 12, 2024 NAM Staff

Global tech developer Weir has teamed with nonprofit CEEC International (Coalition for Minerals Efficiency) to drive sustainable mining innovation and improve productivity. Weir, which has also renewed its support as a premium sponsor, confirmed it will participate in CEEC’s newly launched Global Water Initiative, a groundbreaking collaboration to drive action to ensure responsible water use within the industry. “Water is…

Sustainable mining in North America: Confronting 3 major environmental challenges

October 26, 2023October 26, 2023 NAM Staff

This trio of hurdles may surprise you, according to Vaisala’s Frank DeFina in this NAM exclusive. Mining faces an era of reinvention, with decision-makers no longer depending on traditional portfolios and practices to create value. Almost 40% of mining CEOs believe their companies will not be economically viable in the next decade if they continue their current trajectories. Given the…

Teaching in VR

October 26, 2023October 26, 2023 Jonathan Rowland

The NEXGEN SIMS research project is pioneering the use of virtual reality in mining education. North American Mining spoke to its Education Focus leader, Dr. Andreas Eitzenberger, for the details. by Jonathan Rowland Thanks to growing public awareness around the transition to a more sustainable, net-zero world, interest in mining is also rising. Politicians, companies, and others are realizing that…

Rio Tinto Kennecott goes circular

May 23, 2023May 30, 2023 NAM Staff

Rio Tinto Kennecott in Salt Lake City, Utah, has joined Terelion’s Circularity Program, marking a significant milestone in delivering on the industry’s ambitious goal of a more sustainable future. Through Terelion’s Circularity Program, it is now possible to recycle all cemented carbide inserts on a drill bit back to virgin material – pure tungsten – which can then be used…

Net-zero mining

April 30, 2023April 30, 2023 Jonathan Rowland

Net zero is one of today’s buzziest of buzz words. But it is more than clickbait. Achieving net zero is the challenge of a generation. What progress is being made and where to do we go from here? By Jonathan Rowland There are “few more pressing challenges facing all industrial and economic sectors than the need to rapidly decarbonize in…

Women In Mining Unveils WIM100 List For 2022

February 26, 2023February 26, 2023 NAM Staff

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…

AEMA returning to Reno

September 12, 2022October 7, 2022 NAM Staff

The American Exploration and Mining Association (AEMA) is returning to Reno, Nev., in December for its 128th annual meeting. The theme for the 2022 exhibition and conference is “Secure Supply Chains Start with Us” with the event set for December 4-9 at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks. Organizers said they are expecting over 250 exhibitors for the show portion…

Sustainability by Design

June 8, 2022June 8, 2022 Jonathan Rowland

When it comes to mining sustainably, there are few more experienced voices than Stantec’s Debra Johnson. In this interview, she talks progress, challenges and the importance of building sustainability into the fabric of mining operations. By Jonathan Rowland Mining companies around the world are embracing the transition to net zero, and setting interim goals to see that they get there.…