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Boliden, Epiroc, and ABB Make First Battery-electric Truck Trolley System for Underground Mining
April 22, 2024
Boliden, Epiroc, and ABB have passed a new technology milestone by successfully deploying the first fully battery-electric truck trolley system on an 800-meter-long underground mine test track in Sweden, with a 13 percent incline. This means the mining industry is
Martin Engineering Celebrates 50 Years of Air Cannon Technology
April 22, 2024
Martin Engineering is marking the 50th anniversary of its invention of the world’s first low-pressure air cannon. Air cannons have transformed material flows in bulk processing systems, eliminating problematic internal buildups and blockages. After five decades of continuous innovation, Martin
Komatsu Mining Truck Crowned Winner of 2024 ‘Makers Madness’ Contest in Illinois
April 16, 2024
Komatsu mining truck named 2024 ‘coolest thing made in Illinois’ A mining truck manufactured by Komatsu was crowned the winner of the 2024 “Makers Madness” contest, earning the title of “the coolest thing made in Illinois” at the Governor’s Mansion
Rithmik Solutions Secures $2 Million in Funding to Revolutionize Mobile Mining Equipment Management
April 12, 2024
Rithmik Solutions has closed on a $2 million funding round. This investment was spearheaded by a syndicate of new and existing investors, demonstrating strong confidence in Rithmik’s innovative approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing equipment uptime, and improving operational
ABB and EcoHoist Sign MOU to Develop Vertical Material Transport Solution for Underground Mines
April 5, 2024
ABB and EcoHoist have executed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the development of a vertical material transport solution for underground mines. The solution combines EcoHoist’s technology with ABB’s technical capability and experience in vertical ore haulage in
Intramotev Deploys Battery-electric Railcar at Iron Senergy’s Cumberland Mine, Pa.
April 5, 2024
Zero-emissions freight mobility solutions developer Intramotev is touting its latest milestone, successfully deploying its battery-electric self-propelled railcar with a mining client based in Pennsylvania. Intramotev is a St. Louis-based company founded four years ago with the goal of developing autonomous,
Hitachi to Bring Full-scale Dump Truck Production to Ontario, Canada
April 3, 2024
Hitachi Construction Machinery has announced it will bring full-scale production of dump trucks to Canada starting in 2026. The trucks will be manufactured by Hitachi Construction Truck Manufacturing, which is in Guelph, Ontario. The subsidiary is currently responsible for the
Have a Blessed Easter Weekend
March 29, 2024
As we celebrate the miracle of Easter and the resurrection of Jesus Christ, may we be reminded of the power of faith and hope. We are grateful today and throughout the year for the continued support we receive from the
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
