Michelin North America has released an improved version of one of its most popular mining tires with the new X Mine D2 Extra Load L5 *** 35/65R33 for underground mining and quarry applications. The company said the new release has been designed to hold up to the most aggressive mining environments and has the capacity to carry heavier loads, now…
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Bens Creek eyeing second highwall miner
Met coal producer Bens Creek spotlighted a significant growth decision on its most recent operational update as it continues an upward trend of production in West Virginia: a second highwall miner for its complex. The company confirmed it is expecting the imminent receipt of a permit from the state’s Department of Environmental Protection for the machine, which will be supplied…
Read MoreFletcher acquires Cannon
West Virginia-headquartered equipment producer J.H. Fletcher has signed an agreement to acquire the Cannon Mining division from Trident Maritime Systems Heavy Equipment Group. The transaction, confirmed June 10, will boost Fletcher’s capabilities to support its expanding domestic and international customer base. No financial details have been released. The Cannon equipment portfolio will remain intact and operate under the new name…
Read MoreWright-Mix Material acquires Pyro-Chem
Wright Concrete’s blending and bagging group Wright-Mix Material has executed an acquisition of Ohio-based underground mining fire-retardant ventilation sealant company Pyro-Chem. No financial details were released, but the company said the transaction of the company and its line of MSHA-approved products was completed on August 18. Wright-Mix current serves a number of industries in America with production, blending and bagging…
Read MoreProduction in motion at Carnegie 2
American Resources has commenced production at its Carnegie 2 underground metallurgical coal operation in Pike County, Ky., ahead of schedule and with offtake that is already committed.
Read MoreOrganizers prepping for Bluefield Coal and Mining Show 2022
The Chamber of Commerce of the Two Virginias is preparing to bring back the biennial Bluefield Coal and Mining Show for the 24th time from September 14-16.
Read MoreEpiroc wins battery, automation order for new CMP mine
Equipment maker Epiroc has received a sizable order including equipment, automation and battery-electric machines from Canadian Malartic Partnership for its new underground mine currently under construction.
Read MoreUsing History to Drive the Future
Over 100 Years Ago, No One Thought Rio Tinto Kennecott’s Bingham Canyon Mine In Utah Would Be Profitable. Today, It Is Not Only An Economic Stalwart, But Also A Major Charge In Driving The Future Of Responsible Mining.
Read MoreHexagon acquires Minnovare
Digitalization, software and autonomous technology group autonomous technology Hexagon AB acquired underground drilling technology firm Minnovare in January in a deal for an undisclosed sum. Hexagon Mining division CTO Rob Daw called the integration of Minnovare and its solutions into Hexagon will be “invaluable for those customers seeking greater accuracy and speed and cost improvements, and also both fast-tracks and…
Read MoreBrokk introduces Pedestal Boom
Brokk has introduced a compact, stationary breaker boom system for the mining and aggregates industry. The Brokk Pedestal Boom offers an unrivaled range of motion, pairing Brokk’s revolutionary three-part arm system with 360-degree slewing for maximum versatility in underground applications. The machine can be operated with either a tethered remote or from a control room. Depending on network configuration, the…
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