Equipment & Technology - Copperbelt Katanga Mining

Liebherr unveils R 9300 mining excavator at bauma 2022

October 25, 2022October 25, 2022 Janet

Liebherr Mining has announced the R 9300 Generation 8 hydraulic excavator at bauma 2022. Replacing the existing R 9250 excavator in the 250 t class market, the R 9300 encompasses the OEM’s most advanced design principles and technology platforms to further enhance machine performance, efficiency, and safety. The latest hydraulic excavator to join Liebherr Mining’s portfolio is unveiled at Bauma tradeshow in Germany. The second Generation 8 excavator launched within the portfolio, the R 9300, builds on Liebherr’s decades of excavator design expertise for the mining industry and is fitted with the… Read More Here

Equipment & Technology Mining technology

Epiroc improves Mobilaris Tunneling Intelligence

October 25, 2022October 25, 2022 Janet

Epiroc’s newly enhanced Mobilaris Tunneling Intelligence integrates planning data, work progress data, and asset- and person-tracking into one decision support system for tunnel sites. With the latest upgrade, it is now easier than ever to achieve higher positioning accuracy without having to expand the network’s infrastructure. “Every tunnelling project is unique and consists of equipment from various vendors and generations. Mobilaris Tunneling Intelligence is a technology-agnostic decision support system that sets a new standard for tunneling by integrating data from different technologies into one system.” This technology-agnostic decision support system… Read More Here

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How to identify and address conveyor belt idler issues

October 21, 2022October 21, 2022 Janet

On any belt conveyor system that moves bulk materials, the belt must run straight and true to maximize its life, minimize fugitive material and safety hazards, and achieve high system efficiency. There can be many consequences of a mis-tracking belt, but all result in higher costs and increased maintenance. Even a slight belt misalignment can lead to a variety of issues, from small annoyances to full-blown catastrophes. The most obvious effects include spillage and dust that require personnel to do clean-up, which is unproductive work that introduces risks from activities… Read More Here

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Sandvik’s battery electric TH665B to lead its packed line-up for IMARC

October 19, 2022October 19, 2022 Janet

Australian miners will have their first opportunity to view the world’s largest battery electric truck for underground mining in person when Sandvik’s TH665B makes its Australian debut at the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) in Sydney in November. With BEVs essential to helping mining companies reduce emissions, a TH665B will take centre-stage at the Sandvik stand before it heads to Western Australia for a trial with Barminco and AngloGold Ashanti at Australia’s Sunrise Dam gold mine. The 65 t truck’s lithium-iron phosphate battery and electric driveline deliver a remarkable… Read More Here

Energy Equipment & Technology International

Fortescue sees first major hydrogen project within next 9 months

October 14, 2022October 14, 2022 Janet

Fortescue Future Industries will announce its first major clean energy project within the next nine months, as the unit of Fortescue Metals Group Ltd. attempts to reach its ambitious green hydrogen production goals. “We’ve got a couple of projects which are getting very close to first investment decision, and so we’re looking to do that certainly over the next nine months or so to have those announcements out there,” Guy Debelle, chief financial officer of FFI and former deputy governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia, said in an interview… Read More Here

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Metso Outotec launches Courier 8X SL flotation analyzer for light and heavy elements

October 14, 2022October 14, 2022 Janet

Metso Outotec is introducing the Courier 8X SL analyzer with enhanced technology for maximizing plant efficiency by enabling the measurement of light elements while improving recovery and reducing impurity content in flotation circuits. Courier 8X SL measures booth light and heavy elements using laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS). The result is the optimization of concentrate impurity content while maintaining the best possible recovery. It can also be used in lithium recovery in spodumene flotation. Courier 8X SL will replace Courier 8 SL in Metso Outotec’s automation portfolio, and the previous generation… Read More Here

International Equipment & Technology Technology & Innovation

ELMAR project seeks to bring optimised autonomous & electric haulage to European mining

October 12, 2022October 12, 2022 arnbethnic

The goal of the new ELMAR project, with in place funding of around €11 million from Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), is to integrate and demonstrate the use of electric heavy-duty transport machines in Europe’s raw materials extraction industry. The launch statement adds: “There is no question – a secure supply of mineral raw materials is elementary for the competitiveness and prosperity of Germany and Europe. At the same time, the extraction of raw materials is a significant emitter of CO2 and must therefore transform… Read More Here

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Epiroc launches next step in production drilling – Simba E70 S shines its lights on process management

October 12, 2022October 12, 2022 arnbethnic

Epiroc’s new long-hole production drill rig for medium to large-sized drifts, Simba E70 S, offers more than cutting-edge automation features and excellent drilling quality. It also provides Epiroc’s optimization method; a step-by-step program that continuously improves how the machine is utilized in the mining process. What makes Simba E70 S the next obvious step in production drilling is not its automated features alone. It is also the ability to track and evaluate its performance, then optimize accordingly. This is made possible by production reporting; the first step in Epiroc’s optimization… Read More Here

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Komatsu introduces new WX03 LHD for narrow vein mining

October 7, 2022October 7, 2022 Janet

Load-haul-dump (LHD) machines are a mainstay of any underground hard rock operation. Engineered for the most demanding mining environments, the Komatsu WX03 LHD is a 3-tonne diesel-powered heavy-duty machine designed for especially small, narrow vein applications with limited maneuvering space. This solid LHD features simple operation controls and a rugged long-life structure specifically designed for ease of use and ease of maintenance with an onboard self-diagnostic user interface. With an efficient powertrain and hydraulic system designed for improved performance, as well as a modern operator compartment with easy-to-use controls, this… Read More Here

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How Drones are Lifting Off in the Mining Industry

October 6, 2022October 6, 2022 Janet

Drones are becoming increasingly popular in the mining industry due to numerous advantages, including better productivity, safety, and reduced costs. They have a range of applications in the sector, all tied to their ability to enhance data collection for various mining tasks. Image Credit: mineronbaystreet/Shutterstock.com Drone Use on the Rise in Mining The consultancy and research organization, GlobalData, recently published the results of four years’ worth of mine site operator surveys for both surface and underground mines. They found that drone use is on the rise across the industry. In 2018,… Read More Here