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Epiroc Zambia announces plans to build a new facility in Chingola 1

Epiroc Zambia Limited is set to revolutionize the mining industry with the unveiling of its groundbreaking plans for a cutting-edge facility in Chingola, Zambia. Scheduled for the third quarter of 2024, the launch of this state-of-the-art facility marks a significant stride in Epiroc’s commitment to technological innovation and sustainable productivity. Comprising a comprehensive hub housing a training center, service center, workshop, warehouse, and administrative offices, the new facility aims to elevate skill development not only within Zambia but also across East, Central, and West Africa. Equipped with advanced technologies and… Read More Here

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Epiroc unveils latest electric Pit Viper drill rigs

January 22, 2024January 22, 2024 Constance

Epiroc has introduced three new electric Pit Viper drills as part of its Pit Viper rotary blasthole drill rigs range. With the release of the Pit Viper 271 XC E, Pit Viper 275 XC E, and Pit Viper 291 E blasthole drill rigs, Epiroc now provides electric alternatives for each drill in its Pit Viper series. Falling under the banner of its smart and green series, Epiroc’s newest electric-driven Pit Viper drills promote a more sustainable operation by boasting a smaller carbon footprint, achieved through zero exhaust emissions and zero… Read More Here

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Hitachi Debuts Engineless Full Battery Dump Truck for FQMs’ Kansanshi Mine in Zambia

January 17, 2024January 17, 2024 Constance

Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. completed the test machine version of an engineless, full battery rigid frame dump truck (“full battery dump truck”), and on January 20, 2024, test machine will be shipped from Hitachi Construction Machinery’s Hitachinaka-Rinko Works (Hitachinaka, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan) to the Kansanshi copper and gold mine operated by First Quantum Minerals Ltd, in the Republic of Zambia. With environmental awareness on the rise in the mining industry, there is growing interest in the electrification of mining machinery as part of efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.… Read More Here

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Epiroc field trials battery-electric SmartROC D65 BE with Capital Limited

January 6, 2024January 22, 2024 Constance

Epiroc has partnered up with leading mining services company Capital Limited to field test the innovative SmartROC D65 BE, a battery-electric surface drill rig for the mining and construction industry. The battery-electric version of the well-known SmartROC D65 surface drill rig will be tested in Capital Limited´s African operations during 2024. The demand for zero emission or low emissions is high, as the world is pushing to transition from fossil-fuel-driven equipment to sustainably powered rigs. The field test of the SmartROC D65 BE is therefore important both for Epiroc and… Read More Here

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Caterpillar Showcases Sustainable Underground Solutions to Newmont

December 20, 2023December 20, 2023 Constance

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) has successfully demonstrated its first battery electric prototype underground mining truck, growing its portfolio of battery electric and semi-autonomous technology for underground mining applications. The demonstration for Newmont and other industry leaders, at the company’s proving ground in Tasmania, Australia, comes on the heels of the 793 battery electric prototype surface mining truck, which was unveiled in November of 2022. Caterpillar developed its first battery electric prototype underground mining truck with voice of customer input and support from Newmont Corporation. The companies are collaborating to achieve… Read More Here

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Anglo American Venture TraxIQ to disrupt haulage approach in mining and quarrying

December 10, 2023December 10, 2023 Constance

TraxIQ has been launched, a new Anglo American Venture that has set out with the specific aim of disrupting the status quo in haulage in quarrying and mining. It is being led by Luke Smith, who is Principal, Technology Development at Anglo American, working with other key team members including Anglo American Venture Builder Aljoscha Gleser. Smith says TraxIQ is making bold progress towards a smarter, safer, more sustainable future for mining and quarrying, as when your trucks aren’t operating, you’re losing money. He says its autonomous vehicles will reduce… Read More Here

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Sandvik Launches Unified Mining Automation with AutoMine® for Underground Drills

December 6, 2023December 6, 2023 Constance

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is introducing AutoMine® for Underground Drills, a cutting-edge tele-remote solution that enables operators to remotely and simultaneously control and supervise multiple automated Sandvik underground drills, increasing efficiency, safety and overall productivity in mining operations. With AutoMine® for Underground Drills, Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has become the first OEM to introduce a unified traffic management system for drills, loaders and trucks. “Sandvik’s holistic approach to integrate drills, loaders and trucks into the AutoMine® system will set a new standard for underground mining efficiency,” said Jouni… Read More Here

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Caterpillar validates Rajant wireless solution with Cat® MineStar™ Command for hauling

October 9, 2023October 9, 2023 Copperbelt Katanga News

Rajant Kinetic Mesh® BreadCrumbs® enable mining automation worldwide After extensive testing, Caterpillar Inc. has completed the in-house validation of Rajant BreadCrumbs®, LX5 CA radios, which will enable field trials with this Rajant product and Cat® MineStar™ Command for hauling. “This validation is a key step to provide additional options for our mining customers when deploying Command for hauling in their operation,” said Sean McGinnis, vice president and general manager of technology and global sales support at Caterpillar. “We greatly appreciate the support from the Rajant team throughout the validation process.” Rajant… Read More Here

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4IR Technologies to Boost Competitiveness of Africa’s Mining Industry

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 Constance

In addition to serving as an important aspect of the global energy transition, critical mineral resources represent a crucial source of revenue for many African nations. As a result, the continent is well-positioned to leverage and embrace Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies – including artificial intelligence (AI), automation, data analytics and predictive modeling – to optimize production processes, enhance decision-making and render its mining sector more competitive globally. Set to define the future of mining, real-time data analytics provide additional insights into underlying mining systems and enable short interval control… Read More Here

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Three-Party Deal Tests World’s Largest Battery-Electric Mining Truck in Australia

September 20, 2023September 20, 2023 Constance

A three-party agreement between AngloGold Ashanti, Barminco and Sandvik has resulted in Australia being the testing ground for Sandvik TH665B, the largest battery-electric underground mining truck. Western Australia’s Sunrise Dam mine is hosting the world-first trial as the Sandvik TH665B is put to work in Australian conditions. Under an agreement between mine owner AngloGold Ashanti, hard rock underground contract miner Barminco and Sandvik, the gold operation near Laverton began trialing the prototype 65-metric-ton Sandvik vehicle on September 14 – with the wider industry keeping a close eye on the results.… Read More Here