Field trials are the next step for a teaming between Caterpillar and Rajant after the latter’s wireless system, Rajant Kinetic Mesh BreadCrumbs LX5 CA radios, was validated with Caterpillar’s MineStar Command for hauling systems. Rajant said that, as the leading provider of Kinetic Mesh networking systems, it aims to use its fully autonomous nodes to achieve high performance even under…
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Newmont shareholders approve Newcrest takeover
U.S.-based Newmont said its shareholders overwhelmingly voted in favor of the proposed acquisition of Australian rival Newcrest Mining. The deal will create a world-class portfolio of gold and copper assets.
Read MoreBosch Rexroth names Wieckowski president
Bosch Rexroth announced Erwin Wieckowski, P.Eng. as the new president and CEO of Bosch Rexroth North and Central America based in Charlotte, N.C., effective Oct. 1. The role has been performed on an interim basis by Reinhard Schaefer in addition to his role as a member of the divisional board of management with responsibility for manufacturing. Schaefer will remain in…
Read MoreInvestment group buys majority stake in Coronado
Czech-based investment group Sev.en Global Investments said it will acquire a 51% stake in Coronado Global Resources from the Energy & Minerals Group as it continues to expand its portfolio, reported Reuters.
Read MoreEpiroc, Newcrest deepen strategic partnership
Epiroc has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Newcrest on a collaboration that aims to take a holistic approach toward the entire mining process at several of the miner’s operations by utilizing Epiroc’s automation, digitalization and electrification solutions.
Read MoreNormet discontinues lift models
Normet, after more than two decades in production of more than 200 units, has ceased production of its Charmec 1610 B and 1614 B model boom lifts. The models’ successor, the MC 605 emulsion charger, has established itself well in the community with its ergonomic enclosed cabin, improved electrics and upgraded monitoring system. The final 1514 B was recently delivered…
Read MoreMetal mining contamination impacts millions: Global study
A study by researchers at the University of Lincoln, UK has found an estimated 23 million people are affected by potentially harmful concentrations of toxic waste from metal mining activity. Published in Science, the study offers a comprehensive understanding of the environmental and health challenges associated with metal mining activities. By using a new georeferenced global database of active and…
Read MoreSunrise Dam hosting trial for largest-ever BEV underground truck
An Australian operation is serving as the testing ground for the Sandvik TH665B, the largest battery-electric underground mining truck, thanks to a new three-party deal between the OEM, AngloGold Ashanti and Barminco. Full story.
Read MoreBoosting orebody knowledge with Minalyze takeover by Veracio
Veracio said it is “pioneering a transformative leap in geosciences” with its new binding agreement to acquire scanning and data group Minalyze in a US$29.3 million deal. With the takeover, Veracio said it will be combining its AI and advanced analytics solutions with Minalyze’s geological data visualization technology. Together, the benefits will transform how the industry captures, analyzes and interprets…
Read MoreNETL backs tech for nanomaterial from coal, waste
The National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) in the U.S. has confirmed it is supporting the advancement of a technology that can turn coal and coal wastes into nanomaterial that is 2,000 times stronger than steel. The development is from international research company Universal Matter, the research facilities of which are in Houston, Texas, and the backing has come from the…
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