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Bringing simplicity to technological innovation in the mining industry - Kuchera GmbH 1

There’s no argument that the mining industry needs more innovative solutions if we are to keep pace with the increasing demand for minerals, legislative developments and the decreasing number of people working in the industry. But, it’s something we’ve been talking about as an industry for decades, and having visited several mines since founding Kuchera in 2022, Kumbirai Chipadza, their Chief Marketing Officer, has noticed that everyone still relies heavily on pen-and-paper practices. On a visit to a mining company, the Kuchera team met a CFO who used a picture… Read More Here

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Ivanhoe Electric to Implement Advanced Software at Tintic Copper-Gold-Silver Project

March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 Constance

Ivanhoe Electric Announces Application of Latest Computational Geosciences Inc. Software at Tintic Copper-Gold-Silver Project in Utah Recent Advancements in CGI’s Machine Learning-based Software Improve Quality and Speed of Typhoon™ Data Processing Updated Interpretation of Typhoon™ Survey Data at Tintic Resulted in Refined Drill Targets Ivanhoe Electric and CGI Are Utilizing the Latest Software in Recent U.S. Surveys and in the Company’s Saudi Arabian Exploration Joint Venture with Ma’aden PHOENIX, ARIZONA – Ivanhoe Electric Inc. (“Ivanhoe Electric”) (NYSE American: IE; TSX: IE) and its subsidiary, Computational Geosciences Inc. (“CGI”), are pleased to… 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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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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Zambia’s Ministry of Mines Launches Revolutionary Self-Service Online Mining Cadastre System

December 17, 2023December 17, 2023 Constance

In a groundbreaking move towards modernization and efficiency in the mining sector, the Government of the Republic of Zambia, under the leadership of the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development, has introduced the Self-Service Online Mining Cadastre System (SSOMCS). Unveiled at the Hilton Hotel in Kinshasa on December 11, 2023, this digital platform marks a significant step in streamlining mining license applications and processes. Developed in partnership with Smart Zambia and the Spatial Dimension Team, SSOMCS offers a user-friendly online platform to streamline mining license applications and management. Dr. Hapenga… 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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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

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Making the most of mining data through AI

June 28, 2023June 28, 2023 Constance

According to IMDEX experts, speaking at the World Mining Congress in Brisbane, Australia, artificial intelligence (AI) is a vital tool that can be used to transform the wealth of data in modern mining into ore body knowledge that would enable resource companies to make better downstream decisions. Chairing a session on AI and rapid resource modelling, and in a separate presentation, Dave Lawie, chief geoscientist at IMDEX, said the Internet of geosensing – the network of cloud-connected tools and sensors gathering information across the mining operation – delivered a treasure trove… Read More Here