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Atlas Copco Targets Zero-emission Underground Mining with Development of Battery-driven Machinery
May 22, 2019
“Our customers’ future is electric,” said Andreas Nordbrandt, president of Atlas Copco Underground Rock Excavation Division, based in Örebro, Sweden. Development will now be focused on zero-emission and battery-driven machinery. The company has immediate plans to expand its current portfolio
Quaker Chemical to Address Safety to Effectiveness and Cost-efficiency at Longwall Show
May 17, 2019
In mining operations, priorities can range from safety to effectiveness and cost-efficiency. Solutions must work anywhere, in various different situations and conditions. Most of all, these solutions must be reliable and adaptable to a mine’s specific operations. Quaker Chemical Corporation,
Fortescue Commissions First Autonomous Truck at Cloudbreak Mine, Western Australia
May 14, 2019
Fortescue Metals has commissioned the first Cat 789D model truck fitted with Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) technology at its Cloud Break iron ore mine located in Pilbara, Western Australia (WA). The firm said that the move marks a significant milestone
Hitachi Releases Its New EX1200-7 Excavator
May 7, 2019
Hitachi has announced the third and smallest mining excavator in the EX-7 series. The EX1200-7 excavator is now available in North and South America, and follows the recent launch of the EX2600-7 and EX5600-7. “Available in a backhoe or shovel
Metso to Deliver Two Metso Truck Bodies to Boliden’s Aitik Mine, Sweden
May 7, 2019
Metso has won an order to deliver two Metso Truck Bodies to Boliden’s Aitik mine in Gällivare, Sweden. In addition, Metso will supply rubber truck bed lining for five more haul trucks. Boliden has been using Metso’s rubber truck bed
Nornickel’s Polar Division Launches New Rock Bolting Technology at Its Mines
May 1, 2019
Nornickel’s Polar Division is working to launch a new rock bolting technology at its mines. It will significantly improve safety and accelerate shaft sinking while reducing its cost. By 2020, the technology will be introduced across all mining units of
Sandvik and Codelco Partner for Automation and Digitalization at Chuquicamata Mine, Chile
April 25, 2019
Sandvik announced that it will deliver its AutoMine and OptiMine solutions to Codelco for its Chuquicamata mine in Chile, to transform it into an advanced underground mine in the world. Codelco is converting Chuquicamata mine from open cast to an
Komatsu Creates Autonomous Haulage Center of Excellence in Arizona
April 12, 2019
Bringing together product, technology, and service experts from across the company, Komatsu has launched its global Center of Excellence (CoE) for Autonomous Haulage Systems (AHS). The Tucson, Arizona-based CoE team will be responsible for AHS strategy, planning, marketing, sales support
New Sandvik Sleeve Saver™ Longwall Pick Improves Productivity and Safety
April 10, 2019
The Sleeve Saver™ Longwall Pick from Sandvik Mining & Rock Technology is an all-new design that has been engineered to last longer than standard longwall picks, as it also works to protect and extend the life of the sleeve and
IBM and Sandvik Roll Out OptiMine Analytics Platform for Mining Clients
April 9, 2019
IBM announced that its joint clients with Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology are tapping the benefits of IoT, advanced analytics and artificial intelligence for safety, maintenance, productivity and operational efficiency. To meet the demand from rising world population, the mining
