Mining equipment news

Researchers have delivered four world-leading mining technologies ready for industry trials, positioning partnering companies at the forefront of next-generation, data-driven mining.

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.

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.

Sandvik Mining has secured an order to supply a DR410i rotary drill rig, equipped for autonomous operation, to Mariana Minerals’ Copper One mine in Utah, USA.

Komatsu has reached a historic milestone in autonomous mining, commissioning its 1000th autonomous ultra-class haul truck equipped with the company’s industry-leading FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System.

Assarel-Medet has taken delivery of a R 9350 E electric excavator at the Assarel copper mine, the fifth 300 t class Liebherr electric excavator delivered to the copper mining company.

MMD Group Ltd has signed a MOA with CiDi Inc. to integrate advanced autonomous driving technology within the TraxIQ platform, enabling a new approach to material handling.