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Epiroc Secures Large Battery-Electric Equipment Order for Glencore’s New All-Electric Mine, Canada
July 8, 2022
Epiroc has won a large order from Glencore in Canada for battery-electric equipment and automation solutions that will be used at what will be one of the world’s first all-electric mines. Glencore’s Sudbury Integrated Nickel Operations has ordered a full
Cummins and Komatsu to Collaborate on Advancing Development of Zero Emissions Mining Haul Trucks
June 30, 2022
Cummins and Komatsu have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on the development of zero-emissions haulage equipment. Building on a legacy of diesel engine partnership across a wide variety of mining and construction equipment, Cummins and Komatsu will initially
Dräger and Focus FS Enter Strategic Partnership with Ontario Mine Rescue
June 27, 2022
Dräger Canada and Focus FS entered into a strategic, multi-year partnership with Ontario Mine Rescue (OMR) in mine rescue safety innovation. Together they will deploy the Focus FS Emergency Response software at over 30 operating mining sites across the province,
Caterpillar to Relocate Global Headquarters to Dallas-Fort Worth Area, Texas
June 27, 2022
Caterpillar Inc. announced plans Tuesday to move its global headquarters from Deerfield, Illinois, to the company’s existing office in Irving, Texas. “We believe it’s in the best strategic interest of the company to make this move, which supports Caterpillar’s strategy
Fortescue and Liebherr Establish Partnership for Zero Emission Mining Equipment
June 17, 2022
Fortescue Metals Group entered into a partnership with multi-national equipment manufacturer Liebherr for the development and supply of green mining haul trucks for integration with the zero emission power system technologies being developed by Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) and Williams
Komatsu to Acquire Australia-based Mine Site Technologies
June 16, 2022
Komatsu, through its wholly owned subsidiary in Australia, has agreed to acquire Mine Site Technologies, a provider of operational optimization platforms for underground mining that leverage communication devices and position tracking systems. As global demand for essential resources requires Komatsu’s
BossTek Unveils New Dust Control Cannon with More Water Delivery Options
June 10, 2022
DustBoss® has officially unveiled the next advancement in industrial dust suppression, a powerful cannon that is designed to fight dust with maximum efficiency. Developed in response to the needs of customers in areas with variable winds, the DB-60 Surge® features
Gorman-Rupp to Acquire Pumps and Meters Manufacturer Fill-Rite for $525 Million
May 31, 2022
The Gorman-Rupp Company has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the assets of Fill-Rite and Sotera, a division of the Tuthill Corporation, for $525 million. When adjusted for approximately $80 million in expected tax benefits, the net transaction value
Hitachi Introduces ZX50U-5N Compact Excavator in North America
May 23, 2022
Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas (HCMA) has announded the arrival of the ZX50U-5N excavator, a compact machine with full-size features. With its reduced tail-swing design, the compact, yet powerful, 10,560-lb (4,790-kg) ZX50U-5N is perfect for working in congested areas. An independent
Caterpillar Expands Service Replacement Engine Program to Lower Repower Costs for Equipment Owners
May 17, 2022
With new and used equipment in short supply, using remanufactured components may be a good alternative to a complete machine replacement. Caterpillar has announced the expansion of its service replacement engine program for owners of equipment powered by Cat engines.
