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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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Bell Equipment appoints Ashley Bell as new CEO

December 18, 2023December 18, 2023 Constance

This follows the resignation in July of the outgoing Group CEO, Leon Goosen, who leaves the company on 31 December 2023 after 16 years of service, five and a half spent as Group CEO. Ashley is well acquainted with the company having served as a non-executive director on the Board since March 2015 and has provided valuable input as a member of the Board’s Risk and Sustainability and Social, Ethics, and Transformation committees. A qualified commercial helicopter pilot, Ashley holds a degree in business management and has previously worked for… Read More Here

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Epiroc launches new digital solutions for surface mining

December 18, 2023December 18, 2023 Constance

Epiroc is proudly expanding its digital solutions in the surface mining industry. The launch for surface mines includes the new release for safe blasting, Blast Support. The offering entails a new release of Situational Awareness, which has a new feature with the capability to direct warning messages to people located in defined risk zones. With over 10 years of experience and 40+ installations globally, Epiroc is now taking the safety technologies (previously called Mobilaris Mining Intelligence) to the Surface mining market. The surface-based capabilities are smart solutions that help plan,… Read More Here

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Komatsu and General Motors to co-develop hydrogen fuel cell module for 930E mining truck

December 13, 2023December 13, 2023 Constance

General Motors and Komatsu have announced that they will co-develop a hydrogen fuel cell power module for Komatsu’s 930E electric drive mining truck, cited as the world’s best-selling ultra-class haul truck. GM, a leader in hydrogen fuel cell technology, and Komatsu, a global manufacturer of mining and construction equipment, will jointly design and validate the technology. The statement said: “Lightweight and quick to refuel, hydrogen fuel cells are ideal for electrifying applications traditionally powered by diesel engines. Hydrogen provides an effective method to package large quantities of energy onboard the… 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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SANDVIK EQUIPMENT TENDER TO BOLSTER KAMOA-KAKULA COPPER OPERATION

November 30, 2023December 1, 2023 Constance

JMMC, a subsidiary of JCHX Mining Management Co., Ltd., has announced a significant collaboration with Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions. The deal involves the procurement of 15 new units of underground equipment destined for the Kamoa-Kakula copper operation situated in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The comprehensive order consists of eight Toro™ TH663i trucks, five Toro™ LH621i loaders, and two Sandvik DL432i longhole production drills. The deliveries are scheduled across the initial three quarters of 2024. This acquisition will notably expand the Sandvik mobile fleet, establishing a count… Read More Here

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Bell Equipment Honors Top Performers and Celebrates Success at Annual Sales Conference

November 27, 2023November 27, 2023 Constance

Bell Equipment Sales South Africa (BESSA), together with Bell Zimbabwe and Bell Zambia, recently hosted their much-anticipated annual sales conference and awards ceremony in the picturesque setting of the KwaZulu-Natal Drakensberg. The gathering served as a platform to recognize achievements, with the Central region earning the prestigious title of “Region of the Year.” Additionally, accolades were bestowed upon exceptional performers across various categories, spotlighting outstanding sales achievements. The awards encompassed not only sales of equipment originally manufactured by Bell Equipment but also showcased the company’s partnerships with renowned original equipment… Read More Here

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Caterpillar Appoints Chief Operating Officer

October 19, 2023October 19, 2023 Constance

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) has announced that Joseph E. Creed, group president of Energy & Transportation, has been appointed to the newly created position of chief operating officer, effective Nov. 1, 2023. In this newly created position, Creed will report to Jim Umpleby, chairman and chief executive officer. Reporting to Creed will be group presidents Tony Fassino of Construction Industries, Denise Johnson of Resource Industries and Bob De Lange of Services, Distribution and Digital. Creed’s replacement as group president of Energy & Transportation will be named at a later date and… Read More Here

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Kansanshi Copper Mine Unveils New Fleet of 220-Ton Hitachi Dump Trucks

October 1, 2023October 1, 2023 Constance

Progress has been the name of the game at Kansanshi copper mine this month, where the first in a fleet of 36 new trucks has just been put into commission. It’s a Hitachi EH4000 (RD170) dump truck, and these beasts mean business! Each truck has a payload capacity of 220 metric tonnes, meaning that it can carry up to around 50 African elephants or over 100 medium-sized cars in weight. Growing Kansanshi’s mining fleet is a crucial part of increasing copper production at the operation in Solwezi, and makes up… Read More Here

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Caterpillar Introduces Cat 785D Water Solutions Truck for Efficient Mine Haul Road Dust Control

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 Constance

For a task that is paramount for the health and safety of workers on site, the latest release from Caterpillar combines technology with the Cat Water Delivery System (WDS) to offer a smarter way to maintain haul roads using less water. Featuring an integrated 121 133-l Cat water tank complete with spray system, splash guards, full chute and rock ejectors, the water truck solves overwatering and underwatering issues. The Cat MineStar Edge connectivity with basic and premium plans allows customers to select an option that fits the needs of the site and… Read More Here