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Precision Pulley and Idler Expands its Operations into Alberta, Canada
March 25, 2024
Precision Pulley and Idler (PPI) has acquired K&W Machine in Blackfalds, Alberta with the addition of new capabilities for oil sands pulley rebuild services. K&W is a premier large-capacity, heavy industrial machining facility. Since its acquisition, PPI has tooled and
Epiroc Donates Scooptram Underground Loader to Montana Tech Underground Mining Education Center
March 21, 2024
Montana Technological University’s Underground Mine Education Center (UMEC) has received a substantial donation in the form of an Epiroc Scooptram ST2D underground loader. This collaboration between Epiroc and dedicated educators marks a significant milestone in bolstering the educational resources available
Komatsu Deploys More than 700 Autonomous Haulage System Trucks
March 18, 2024
Komatsu said the number of commercial deployments of Komatsu FrontRunner, an Autonomous Haulage System (AHS), over AHS trucks has surpassed 700 as of February 2024. This includes over 100 units of the 980E-AT, one of the world’s largest ultra-class dump
Komatsu Underground Hard Rock Mining Equipment Joins SMS Equipment Portfolio
March 11, 2024
SMS Equipment has been named dealer of Komatsu underground hard rock mining equipment across most of Canada and in Alaska. The new deal with Komatsu expands SMS’ offering to include a portfolio of underground mining products and services among their
BossTek Unveils News Mobile Dust Control Cannon, the DustBoss DB-45 Surge®
March 7, 2024
In response to input from customers across the demolition and bulk material handling sectors, BossTek® has introduced a powerful new mobile mid-sized dust control cannon. The DustBoss® DB-45 Surge® is the next iteration of the popular Surge series featuring an
Haile Gold Mine Invests in Employee Development with Immersive Technologies Training Solution
March 6, 2024
Throughout the production and exploration of the Haile Gold Mine, OceanaGold has remained committed to the safety of their employees, the environment, and the local community. Their investment in an Immersive Technologies operator training solution supports their strategy to maximize
Alabama-based Raisebor Celebrates a Half-Century of Excellence in the Drilling Industry
February 22, 2024
Raisbor, the oldest and largest raise boring contractor operating in the U.S. has marked its 50th anniversary this year. The company has launched a dedicated anniversary webpage to explore their journey. The company started in 1973 with a single Robbins
Hitachi Americas Advances Expansion with New Regional Headquarters
February 22, 2024
In a strategic move to bolster support for dealers and customers, Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas has opened a sustainable, state-of-the-art headquarters facility. This adaptive-use facility will help propel the company’s growth in the Americas. It will facilitate the development and
Superior Industries Unveils Enhanced Conveyor Idler for Unrivaled Longevity
February 15, 2024
Superior Industries, said it has made the most significant redesign to its conveyor idlers in decades. This update is backed by a substantial $4.5 million investment in cutting-edge idler manufacturing equipment at its American production locations. “Tens of thousands of
Hitach’s First Battery-Powered Haul Truck Prototype Undergoes Initial In-Factory Testing
February 13, 2024
Heavy equipment staple Hitachi Construction Machinery and electrification and automation leader ABB have reached a milestone in their collaboration to develop a battery-powered electric mining haul truck that never needs to break for a recharge. Under development since 2021, with
