Civeo was awarded a five-year contract with an undisclosed metallurgical coal producer to provide rooms and hospitality services in Australia. Full story.
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Weir releases sixth edition of Warman Slurry Pumping Handbook
Weir Minerals, manufacturer of the Warman slurry pump, has released the latest edition of their coveted Warman Slurry Pumping Handbook. The sixth edition, compiled by the most trusted name in slurry pumps, features detailed engineering data required for most slurry pumping applications. Drawing on decades of Weir Minerals’ inhouse expertise in innovative engineering and slurry pumping technology, the new handbook…
Read MoreNew South Wales to require miners to boost coal supply
Australia’s biggest coal exporting state is set to finalise an order that will require all miners to save up to 10% of their production for domestic supply, as part of efforts to curb soaring energy costs, reported Reuters. Full story.
Read MoreNRW picks up contract for POPL project
Primero Group subsidiary NRW Holdings has been awarded an upgrade contract for Pilbara Minerals’ Pilgangoora Operations for an expansion of the Pilgan Plant outside of Port Hedland, Western Australia. Full story.
Read MoreHoffman appointed BASF mining arm VP
Caren Hoffman has been appointed to lead the global mining solutions business for BASF, effective January 1. The move is intended to focus the group on the development and marketing of innovative chemistries and digital applications that offer sustainable solutions for the mineral processing industry. “My goal is to increase awareness about what our innovative chemistry, coupled with our scientific…
Read MoreMSHA reports on December 2022 fatality
MSHA reported that on Dec. 16, 2022, a contract mechanic at Signal Peak Silica of Atascosa in Poteet, Texas, died while removing the counterweight of an excavator, when it fell and struck him. Full story.
Read MoreMissouri S&T earns pollution prevention grant
A team of researchers at one of the nation’s top mining engineering institutions, Missouri University of Science and Technology, have been bestowed a $350,000 grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for work focused on preventing pollution in the mining industry. Full story.
Read MoreGroundHog launches app for mining construction crews
California technology provider GroundHog has launched its newest application, GroundHog Construction Crews, designed specifically for construction crews working in underground mines.
Read MoreStrata Worldwide marks 30 years
Global safety group Strata Worldwide is marking a milestone in its history: 30 years in business.
Read MoreSandvik to introduce new drill at ConExpo-Con/Agg
Sandvik will showcase some of its newest innovations in surface drilling, rock tools, stationary crushing and screening, and parts and services at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2023 in Las Vegas, March 14-18. The company will exhibit at booth #5254 in the Las Vegas Convention Center’s Silver Lot outdoor festival grounds.
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