Mining

ICMM and INAP have announced a collaboration to support mining companies to prevent water pollution caused by acid rock drainage and metal leaching from mines.

Continental will showcase several high-end technology solutions for the extraction of mineral resources, including new products, at MINExpo International in Las Vegas.

ERG Africa’s subsidiary, Frontier SA, has handed over 30 solar-powered boreholes to six local communities in the DRC, improving access to drinking water.

Philippi-Hagenbuch has introduced a custom-engineered approach to manufacturing lightweight mining bodies for maximised capacity and durability.

Epiroc has released the Simba SM60 S, its new long-hole production drill rig which is equipped with automation options.

Sandvik has signed an agreement to acquire Universal Field Robots, a provider of autonomous solutions for the surface and underground mining markets.

Aggreko will expand its solar farm and battery storage system at Gold Fields’ Granny Smith mine in Western Australia.

ABB has developed a new digital tool designed to make troubleshooting and diagnostics in mineral processing faster and more efficient.

Russell Mineral Equipment (RME) has won the 2024 Queensland Mining Industry Health & Safety Conference (QMIHSC) Innovation Award for its mill relining system.

The HBT Group will showcase its extensive range of products and service at MINExpo International 2024 in Las Vegas, USA.

Rio Tinto Gove has implemented Rhosonics’ slurry density meter technology at its alumina extraction facility in Australia.

Dyno Nobel has opened its fully automated electronic detonator plant at its Helidon manufacturing site in Queensland, Australia.

Liebherr-Australia and BHP recently celebrated the commissioning of the first electric excavator to join the BHP fleet: an R 9400 E.

Blasting and explosives specialist BME has launched its Global Blasting Technical Services (GBTS) as an external and stand-alone offering to customers.

Austin Walker, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at anyseals, recommends three questions every equipment manager should discuss with their supplier.