Mining technology - Copperbelt Katanga Mining

COVID-19 and the new normal put the spotlight on digitisation

October 7, 2020October 7, 2020 admin

The COVID-19 pandemic means less people in the mining area, working to achieve the same output; this makes digitalisation no longer a nice-to-have but a vital efficiency mechanism for survival. This is according to Niel McCoy, business line manager for automation and digitalisation at Sandvik Mining & Rock Technology, who explains the challenge is that digital strategies often fail due to lack of a vision. “Most mining companies have for years been working to digitalise their operations, but the difficulty is to know exactly what this process is meant to… Read More Here

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Bobcat launches R Series B730 backhoe loader for the Middle East and Africa

October 6, 2020October 6, 2020 admin

Gul Nalcaci, product manager for Bobcat backhoe loaders, says: “The R-Series B730 backhoe loader is the result of a great interpretation to meet the needs of our customers and is enriched with numerous new features. The new design is powerful and intuitive, injected with our iconic Bobcat DNA in heavy duty forms adding a huge strength to the product. It now offers a completely flexible solution for any job site with an unbeatable combination of power, drive and control options. Smartly designed with an all new cab with convenience features… Read More Here

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Mobile pumps prove useful in opencast mining

September 16, 2020September 16, 2020 arnbethnic

The mobility of trailer-mounted pumps has earned them a reputation for versatility and efficiency, according to pump-leasing agent Integrated Pump Rental. The company claims that its range of Sykes pumps in mobile configuration has encountered “enthusiastic” take-up in various markets, from large opencast mines to construction sites. Moreover, Integrated Pump Rental Sykes product specialist Henru Strydom says that the company has begun to locally manufacture these units. “Mobile pumps can deliver real economy through their ability to be moved where and when required. With their own wheel-base, it means that no infrastructure… Read More Here

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Triumph Through Covid-19 | Fibreglass Grating

September 13, 2020September 13, 2020 arnbethnic

We would like to take this opportunity in thanking Copperbelt Katanga Mining for thinking about us during the challenges we are all encountering in this COVID period. It is an honour for us to share our journey with you. Fibreglass Grating is based in Gauteng, South Africa that supplies Grating and hand Railing and FRP Structures for numerous applications. The marketplace has been impacted massively with huge declining revenue and erosion of profit margins with the declining rand and other unplanned costs. This could spell disaster for a small business… Read More Here

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Benefits tailor-made by Ferrit

September 13, 2020September 14, 2020 arnbethnic

Ferrit is the Czech company, which is on the worldwide market, more than 27 years. During this period, we have installed more than 5 000 products worldwide. Among of our main territories belongs Russia, Poland and China, but we are targeting also to other continents like Africa, Australia etc. Ferrit’s portfolio covers all types of mining transport which is suspended monorail, railbound and wheel transport. To ensure the transport of people, material and ore, or coal in the conditions of ore mines and coal mines, with the risk of gas explosion,… Read More Here

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How technology can help miners comply with new global tailings standard guidelines

September 6, 2020September 6, 2020 admin

Technology is key in helping miners comply with the recently released Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management, a set of guidelines aimed at strengthening current practices with the goal of zero harm to people and the environment. Prepared by the United Nations Environment Program, Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) and the International Council on Metals and Mining (ICMM), the standard was a direct response to a series of lethal accidents that took place in recent years, with the failure of the tailings dam at Vale’s Córrego do Feijão mine being the latest of such incidents. According to… Read More Here

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Autonomous dump trucks and why the market is poised for growth

September 4, 2020September 4, 2020 arnbethnic

Autonomous trucks are already a common sight at mines around the world. Researchers at The Parker Bay Company forecast that the market for self-driving machinery is set for growth as operators take advantage of the economic benefits of the technology.By Ben Hargreaves13 March 2020 From data analytics to simulation, new technologies are playing an increasingly important role in the mining industry – and the sector is also proving to be a leader when it comes to the adoption of the latest remotely operated trucks. Rio Tinto’s new $2.6 billion Koodaideri… Read More Here

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Sandvik to host global virtual event

August 25, 2020August 25, 2020 admin

Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology will host a virtual event − the Innovation in Mining Virtual Event − next month, which will showcase a line-up of new equipment and solutions, as well as the latest technologies for digitalisation, automation and electrification for the mining industry. Taking place on September 29 and 30, the global event aims to provide a platform for miners who face the challenges that come with leading mining operations in the modern environment, to learn about and be introduced to some of Sandvik’s innovative solutions for the mining industry and learn how those solutions can deliver value to their operations. Sandvik will also showcase a line-up of innovative solutions for all of its product offerings… Read More Here

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MAGNA TYRES LAUNCHES FIRST 29.5R25 E4 ‘MADE IN HOLLAND’ EARTHMOVING TYRE!

August 24, 2020August 24, 2020 arnbethnic

Magna Tyres is proud to announce the launch of the Made in Holland 29.5R25 Magna M-Terrain E4/L4. This size has been part of the immensely popular Magna M-Terrain line-up for many years, but will from now on also be produced in our factory in the Netherlands in addition to our foreign production. Since its introduction, the Magna M-Terrain has proven to be the ideal tyre pattern for earthmoving equipment operating on challenging offroad surfaces. The demand from the market for Made in Holland tyres is increasing strongly, in particular the size… Read More Here

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MAGNA TYRES USA, HAPPY TO EXPAND ITS US TEAM DUE THE FAST GROWTH

August 20, 2020August 20, 2020 arnbethnic

Magna Tyres Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Cusick as Sales Manager of its US office. With Ryan on board, Magna Tyres can focus even more on the brand presence, the distribution network and relationship with current and new customers. Ryan has over 6 years of experience in the tire industry and worked for several major tire brands. Within total 18 years of sales experience, Magna Tyres is convinced that Ryan is the right person for this position. Since Magna Tyres launched its office in the US,… Read More Here