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Immersive Technologies Launches “World First” Mining Simulator Technology at MINExpo 2021
September 14, 2021
The PRO5 has been unveiled for the first time publicly at MINExpo, along with the announcement of its new innovations. Equipped with a professional grade visual system, the PRO5 is the first mining simulator to combine stereoscopic 3D, a one-piece
Epiroc to Acquire Specialist in Mining Vehicle Battery Conversions FVT Research
September 14, 2021
Epiroc has agreed to acquire the business and assets of FVT Research Inc., a Canadian company with expertise in converting diesel-powered mining machines to battery-electric vehicles. FVT Research, based in Vancouver, Canada, designs diesel-to-battery conversion kits and rebuilds mining machines
Orica Unveils 4D™ Bulk Explosives System to Optimize Productivity and Blasting Costs
September 14, 2021
Orica has launched 4D™, its latest bulk explosives technology at MINExpo, Las Vegas. The revolutionary 4D™ bulk system enables the real-time tailoring of explosives energy to geology across a blast, delivering improvements in fragmentation, on bench productivity and an overall
FURA Gems Collaborates with Cognecto to Transform Its Australian Mining Operations
August 31, 2021
FURA Gems has entered into a partnership with India’s leading AI-based heavy equipment monitoring company Cognecto to improve operational efficiency, sustainability, productivity, and decrease the carbon footprint of its Australia mining operation. This collaborative effort forges a solution combining heavy
Tritium and Miller Technology Provide Fast Chargers and Light Duty Battery EVs
August 30, 2021
Tritium and Miller Technology are providing innovative fast chargers and light duty battery EVs for the mining industry. The companies’ inaugural project at the BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) mine in Queensland is an important milestone, supporting the BHP Group’s commitment
VTT, Nokia, and Sandvik Partner for 5G Powered Mining Technology Project
August 25, 2021
Finland-based VTT has teamed up with Nokia and Sandvik to conduct a 5G-powered research project on advanced mining technology, dubbed Next Generation Mining (NGMining). Advanced mining technology includes autonomous connected machinery, digital automation, and advanced analytics for real-time situational awareness
Twin Metals Minnesota Commits to Electric Vehicles at Its Duluth Complex
August 13, 2021
Twin Metals Minnesota said it will build on its commitment to advancing the nation’s most sustainable and technologically advanced underground mining project by investing in the electrification of its mining and support vehicle fleets. Implementing battery electric vehicle technology is
Sandvik Acquires DSI Underground Joint Ventures, Rocbolt Technologies
August 5, 2021
Sandvik’s acquisition of DSI Underground closed on July 7, 2021. The acquisition included DSI’s ownership stake in four joint ventures Rocbolt Technologies based in China, South Africa, Mongolia, and Australia. DSI Underground is a global leader in ground support and
Rio Tinto and Komatsu Partnering for Zero-emission Mining
August 3, 2021
Rio Tinto and Komatsu are partnering to fast-track the development and implementation of zero-emission mining haulage solutions, including haul trucks. Rio Tinto will conduct a pre-production trial of the new equipment at a Rio Tinto site and has the option
Liebherr Introducing Three New Excavators at MINExpo 2021
August 2, 2021
Liebherr Mining is gearing up to showcase its new mining solutions portfolio at the world’s largest mining trade show, MINExpo International 2021. At MINExpo 2021, Liebherr Mining will display the R 9150 Generation 7 (G7) 130t/143 ton excavator, the next
