General Kinematics, an Illinois-based vibratory equipment manufacturer and system integrator, has partnered with Mine Resource Group (MRG), an Indiana-based aggregate equipment, parts and service supplier. The partnership strategically allows General Kinematics to further increase its ability to readily service customers in the aggregate and mining industries. Full story.
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Laguna Verde project: Sustainable lithium
Two new lithium projects are underway in northern Chile, Laguna Verde (the most advanced) and Viento Andino, by CleanTech Lithium (CTL), a Chile-based exploration and development company. The company told Revista Minería Pan-Americana that “after several successful drilling campaigns starting in 2021, we are in the process of completing a drilling program at Laguna Verde, the results of which will…
Read MoreEpiroc releases Automatic Bit Changer for Pit Viper 351 series
Epiroc said its ground-breaking Automatic Bit Changer (ABC) is now available for the Pit Viper 351 blasthole drill rig. The ABC enables hands-free bit changes, leveraging cutting-edge automation and advanced control systems. Full story.
Read MorePalmer nominated to head MSHA
Wayne Palmer was nominated by President Trump to serve as assistant secretary of the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) at the Department of Labor. He is the former executive vice president of the Essential Minerals Association (EMA). Full story.
Read MoreFatality reported at Santacruz Tres Amigos
Santacruz Silver Mining has confirmed the death of one of its workers in an incident at the Tres Amigos mine, part of the Caballo Blanco Group of mines in Bolivia. The death on 6 February occurred while the miner, who was not identified, was performing cleaning work nearby a development with an ore pass junction. The incident occurred when material…
Read MoreUkraine open to minerals deal for U.S. aid
Ukraine said it is open to making a deal with the United States government for continued military aid in exchange for developing Ukraine’s mineral industry, reported The Associated Press.
Read MoreRio2 starts Fenix construction
Canadian-based Rio2 has marked the start of construction at its Fenix gold mine in the Maricunga Gold Belt, Atacama Region, Chile. A ceremony was held 6 February to mark the occasion; the event was attended by the Honorable Aurora Williams Baussa, Minister of Mining; Mario Silva Álvarez, Deputy Governor of Atacama; Jorge Riesco Valdivieso, President of SONAMI (Chilean National Mining…
Read MoreTyrecycle opens first-ever Australia recycling centre
Port Hedland is the home of Australia’s first OTR mining tyre recycling centre, owner and host company Tyrecycle announced last week. The facility, purpose built for the sector, will be able to recycle end-of-life tyres from across the Pilbara at the rate of more than 30,000 tonnes annually, providing an efficient mine-to-processing service, and enhancing sustainability credentials for operators –…
Read MoreRCT starts up automated excavators in Pilbara
RCT has confirmed that one of its clients in the Pilbara region of Western Australia is now operating Cat 349D excavators equipped with its automation system as well as rock breaker and back scratch attachments.
Read MoreSasol, Anglo American, De Beers make renewable diesel pact
Miners Sasol, Anglo American and De Beers have entered into a joint development agreement (JDA) to pilot the production of feedstock for renewable diesel. The deal, inked during the recent Investing in African Mining Indaba conference in Cape Town, allows all three to assess the technical and commercial viability of feedstock production, starting with Solaris and Moringa plantations to generate…
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