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Sandvik introduces Toro LH518iB with AutoMine

March 7, 2023March 7, 2023 Miners News

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has rolled out the Toro LH518iB loader equipped with AutoMine. The automation-ready battery-electric underground loader is undergoing extensive factory testing, with the first unit scheduled for customer delivery during the first half of 2023 and AutoMine compatibility available in the second half. The Toro LH518iB marries industry-leading battery-electric and automation technologies. Building on predecessor Sandvik…

Sumitomo brings in Sandvik to automate Hishikari

January 30, 2023January 30, 2023 Miners News

Sumitomo Metals’ Hishikari underground mine in the Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan, has become the country’s first mint using automated loading technology thanks to the operator’s partnership with Sandvik. Full story.