Equipment & Technology - Copperbelt Katanga Mining

Sandvik chooses Cat engines to power drilling machines

April 6, 2023April 6, 2023 Constance

Throughout the world, Cat® engines reliably power thousands of unique applications for many of the leading original equipment manufacturers like Sandvik. From 0.5 to 32 liter, Cat engines take on the many challenges thrown at them, which is why they are designed to power the biggest, toughest machines in harsh environments. It’s that exceptional performance and reliability that has led Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions to choose over 10,000 Cat engines, from across the power range, for installation into their drilling machines and equipment. Sandvik is a commercial and industrial… Read More Here

Machine Learning in the Oil and Gas Industry: ML Roles and Applications

March 26, 2023March 26, 2023 Constance

Machine learning (ML) is a technology that is having a critical impact on the oil and gas industry and is becoming an important technology for industry stakeholders. Here is where it is having an impact today, what ML applications are being used, and what the future holds. What Is Machine Learning? Machine learning is a branch of artificial intelligence (AI) in where computer systems are trained to receive large sets of data and derive a conclusion. This training can come in addition to or instead of manual programming. These intelligent machines… Read More Here

Copper Equipment & Technology Exploration Mining in Zambia

On the ground with Kobold Metals at Mingomba in Zambia

March 22, 2023March 26, 2023 Constance

Since minerals exploration and development company KoBold Metals announced it was investing $150 million in developing a copper deposit in Zambia’s Copperbelt Province, the media has been abuzz about the role that “artificial intelligence” and “machine learning” played in discovering what is estimated to be a reserve containing 247 million tonnes of copper with an average grade of 3.6%. Mining For Zambia sat down with the company’s co-founder and President, Josh Goldman, to get an update on the project and find out how this mystical technology works. KoBold’s innovative approach to mineral… Read More Here

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Sandvik wins SEK 370m BEV Equipment Supply Contract with Rana Gruber in Norway

February 15, 2023February 15, 2023 Constance

Sandvik has been selected to supply a fleet of 19 battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) for use at Rana Gruber’s iron ore mine operations in Storforshei in northern Norway. The order is valued at approximately SEK 370 million, and includes trucks, loaders, drills, on-site service support and batteries. About 85% of the total value will be booked in the first quarter 2023, and the remaining part was booked in December 2022. Deliveries are planned to begin during the first quarter of 2023 and continue through 2024. The BEV fleet will support Rana… Read More Here

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In A First In Asia, Adani To Deploy Hydrogen Powered Trucks For Mining

January 22, 2023January 22, 2023 arnbethnic

For the first time in Asia, hydrogen powered trucks will soon be deployed for mining operations in India. In this regard, Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) on Tuesday (17 January) announced its collaboration with India’s Ashok Leyland and Ballard Power of Canada. The agreement aims to develop a hydrogen fuel cell electric truck (FCET) for mining logistics and transportation. This collaboration marks Asia’s first planned hydrogen powered mining truck. The demonstration project will be led by AEL. While Ballard, a leading PEM fuel cell engine manufacturer, will supply the fuel cell… Read More Here

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Australia’s SEA in $1 billion deal to electrify 8,500 Hilux and Landcruisers for miners

January 22, 2023January 22, 2023 arnbethnic

Victorian based electric vehicle specialist SEA Electric is partnering with Europe’s Mevco in a landmark $1 billion deal to supply 8,500 electrified Toyota Hilux and Lancruiser vehicles to the mining industry. SEA Electric CEO Tony Fairweather says the deal is the largest of its kind in the world and marks a significant shift to electrified transport for commercial vehicles in the mining industry. The conversions will take place at SEA’s Dandenong 4000 square metre factory, which will grow to 8000 square metres as SEA expands to the neighbouring property. At… Read More Here

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WAE Delivers First Haul Truck Battery to FMG

January 22, 2023January 22, 2023 arnbethnic

Fortescue’s decarbonization journey has taken a major step forward. WAE Technologies recently delivered the largest battery of its kind, ready to be installed in a prototype zero-emission battery-electric haul truck that Fortescue Metals Group (FMG) is developing with Liebherr. The 1.4-megawatt-hour prototype power system will be integrated into a 240-ton haul truck. “WAE and Fortescue are working together to seek to decarbonize faster and more effectively than any other major industrial company in the world,” Fortescue Future Industries CEO Mark Hutchinson said. “The battery system, designed for our zero-emission battery… Read More Here

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Caterpillar Successfully Demonstrates First Battery Electric Large Mining Truck and Invests in Sustainable Proving Ground

November 23, 2022November 23, 2022 arnbethnic

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) announced a successful demonstration of its first battery electric 793 large mining truck and a significant investment to transform its Arizona-based proving ground into a sustainable testing and validation hub of the future. Caterpillar completed development of its first battery electric 793 prototype with support from key mining customers participating in Caterpillar’s Early Learner program. Participants of the program with definitive electrification agreements include BHP, Freeport-McMoRan, Newmont Corporation, Rio Tinto and Teck Resources Limited. “Our global team came together to develop this battery truck at an accelerated… Read More Here

Equipment & Technology International Mining Equipment Technology & Innovation

Mining equipment, suppressing the fire risks

November 19, 2022November 21, 2022 arnbethnic

Due to the nature of the mining industry, heavy mining equipment – for underground and overground operations – often operates for long hours to meet tight work schedules. As they operate in high-risk environments – experiencing high levels of dust, prolonged vibrations, and extended use – risk of overheating is much greater, which can influence fire risk. Fredrik Rosén, business manager, Dafo Vehicle Fire Protection, explores the risks associated with heavy equipment at mines, especially as technology evolves, and explains how to address these effectively to minimise downtime and maximise… Read More Here

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WA companies collaborate to put world-first mining loader to work

November 11, 2022November 11, 2022 arnbethnic

In a world-first, WA-based gold miner Westgold Resources and leading Cat® equipment provider WesTrac will put a new diesel-electric underground loader to work at the miner’s Midwest operations. Westgold’s recent purchase of the new Cat R2900 XE Underground Loader is focussed on achieving a range of improvements in productivity, efficiency and sustainability at the miner’s Starlight Mine in WA’s Midwest region. The new Cat R2900 XE, which was handed over to Westgold yesterday at an event held at WesTrac’s WA headquarters, is the first delivery of this loader in the… Read More Here