Researchers have delivered four world-leading mining technologies ready for industry trials, positioning partnering companies at the forefront of next-generation, data-driven mining.
Will Owen, Editor of Global Mining Review, sat down with Rebecca O’Donnell, Senior Product Manager at Baker Hughes to discuss her latest article in the August 2024 issue of Global Mining Review.
Blickfeld, a leading manufacturer of high-precision 3D LiDAR sensors, and Ayavex Solutions Inc., a Canadian technology company that develops autonomous measurement systems for mining operations, turning LiDAR sensor data into operational intelligence across material handling and ground support, are bringing autonomous 3D load measurement to the mining industry.
Tas Mohamed, CEO, Railveyor, explores how ongoing global energy uncertainty particularly rising diesel costs are prompting mining operations to reassess traditional haulage models.
Dave Mueller, Conveyor Products, Product Manager at Martin Engineering, discusses the importance of keeping conveyor belts centred and moving quickly for ensuring high production, a low cost of operation, and a safer workplace.
American Pacific Mining Corp. has announced the initiation of a detailed underground survey programme at its Madison Copper-Gold Project located near Silver Star, Montana.
WireCo®, a global supplier of wire and synthetic rope solutions, has identified vibration and shock transfer as a key contributor to structural fatigue in mining equipment, with its UNION Gladiator synthetic pendants engineered to reduce these forces in draglines and electric rope shovels.
Sandvik Mining is continuing to strengthen its presence in Papua New Guinea (PNG), reinforcing its long-term commitment to supporting the country’s growing mining industry through expanded facilities, increased operational capacity, enhanced logistics, and continued investment in people and local capability.
Closure in Latin America is still treated as a technical endpoint, overlooking territorial impacts. A transition-focused approach is needed to manage dependencies, reduce risks, and sustain post-mining resilience and development.
The consulting firm highlighted the alliance between the Corporation and I-Pulse, a global leader in high-power pulsed energy technologies, whose use in mining will allow for significant reductions in energy use, contributing to the sustainability and efficiency of the business.