Mongolia said it has reached a preliminary agreement with France’s Orano Mining Group to develop a long-awaited uranium mining project in the Dornogovi province, reported Reuters. The Zuuvch Ovoo project, with an initial investment of $500 million and a total investment of $1.6 billion, will start its preparatory phase from 2024 to 2027, with first production expected in 2028, the…
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Sandvik has acquired the assets of FASTech, a U.S.-based reseller of Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) solutions in the Mastercam network. With this acquisition, Sandvik strengthens its position in the CAM market and further builds on its capabilities to serve customers and expand the customer base. FASTech will be a part of business unit Mastercam and will be reported within business…
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The Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration (SME), hosting the MINEXCHANGE 2025 SME Annual Conference and Expo, alongside the Colorado Mining Association’s (CMA) 127th National Western Mining Conference and World Gold 2025, has released its keynote lineup. This year’s event, being held From February 23-26 in Denver, Colo., will feature a group of speakers addressing a broad range of topics…
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The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported U.S. production of selected mineral commodities in the third quarter 2024. U.S. mine and plant production data for 16 selected mineral commodities are provided on a monthly (or quarterly) basis by the USGS to the board of governors, Federal Reserve System (FRS), for use in preparing its index of industrial production and the related…
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Two of Australia’s major miners and its biggest steelmaker plan to develop the country’s largest ironmaking electric smelting furnace (ESF) pilot plant in the Kwinana Industrial Area, south of Perth, in Western Australia. The companies formed the NeoSmelt collaboration in February 2024, combining BHP and Rio Tinto’s deep knowledge of Pilbara iron ore, with BlueScope’s unique operating experience in ESF…
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The Avatel is a first-of-its-kind, semi-automated explosives delivery system that is equipped with a comprehensive suite of advanced technologies to deliver significantly safer and more productive blasting operations. Watch the video.
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Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI) has enhanced its Herringbone Wing offering. Based on industry feedback and engineering advancements, PPI is reintroducing the Herringbone Wing offering in two styles, Plate Constructed and Round Contact Bar. The Plate Constructed line is replacing what was formerly known as the CEMA Herringbone wing. The Round Contact Bar style will remain unchanged with the same availability.…
Read MoreThe International Society of Explosives Engineers (ISEE) announced that President Janeen Smith resigned on Oct. 31. The ISEE would like to acknowledge and thank Smith for her dedicated service to the Society. Smith has served on the board of directors since 2014 and most recently served as president of the board of directors in 2024. Throughout her service and membership…
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The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Worker’s Compensation Programs has issued a final rule revising the regulations under the Black Lung Benefits Act related to self-insurance by coal mine operators. Full story.
Read MorePolydeck asks, “What makes Rubberdex and Polydex stand out from the competition?” In the mining, aggregate and coal industries, screen media performance directly impacts operational efficiency and cost management. Injection molding is used to manufacture Rubberdex and Polydex screen panels, ensuring consistent quality and durability. Understanding why injection molding matters can help producers and plant managers make more informed decisions…
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