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Metso launches optimized pCAM plant

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Metso has released the pCAM plant – an intelligent Planet Positive-certified solution for the manufacturing of precursor cathode active material for lithium-ion batteries.  “The growing use of high-performance lithium-ion batteries with enhanced energy density, fast charging capabilities and improved safety features is driving the demand for high-quality and sustainable precursor materials,” said Mikko Rantaharju, vice president, Hydrometallurgy at Metso.  “As…

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FLSmidth delivering grinding system to Oman plant facility 

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Mining company Vulcan Pelletizing has placed an order for a range of FLSmidth mineral processing technologies to be installed at their upcoming pelletization plant in Oman. The financial details of the transaction were not disclosed, nor was the identification of the customer. FLS did note that the technologies will both reduce water usage and drive operational efficiency for the facility,…

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thyssenkrupp Uhde, Ma’aden, Metso make pact

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Each with a eagle eye on environmental friendliness through CO2 capture, thyssenkrupp Uhde has signed a master agreement with Ma’aden (the Saudi Arabian Mining Company) for the development, engineering and licensing of a calcination plant for phosphogypsum processing. The purpose of the proposed plant, which will be located at Ma’aden’s Ras al Khair site in Saudi Arabia, will be to…

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Metso living the Skega Life

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Metso has added to its mill lining portfolio Skega Life, a high-performing, sustainable mill lining rubber it said can offer a 25% longer wear life versus its Skega Classic rubber option. The new rubber type is developed in Metso’s own laboratory and validated by field studies, and is part of the company’s Plant Positive offerings to allow for increased sustainability…

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Komatsu to acquire American Battery Solutions

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Komatsu, through its wholly owned subsidiary in the United States, Komatsu America Corp., has agreed to acquire American Battery Solutions Inc. (ABS), a battery manufacturer headquartered in Detroit.  U.S. Komatsu is planning to close the acquisition on Dec. 1, 2023, on the condition that all necessary procedures for the closing are completed. The immediate impact on Komatsu’s consolidated business results…

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Aurubis brings in Metso for smelter decarb

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Aurubis AG, which announced in August 2023 its decision to invest in hydrogen-ready anode furnaces at its Hamburg copper processing plant in Germany, has brought in Metso to assist in the goal. Metso’s proven technology, the company said, has consisted of complete hydrogen-ready Outotec Anode Furnaces with hoods and auxiliary equipment, which will be used in the anode refining process.…

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Hitachi develops enhanced boom, arm for excavator line-up

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Hitachi said it is developing an enhanced boom and arm for its ultra-large hydraulic excavator range with boosted durability that can extend service life*1 by 1.5 times previous models, and is now testing its durability at a Rio Tinto site in Australia. The OEM recently said that it has improved durability by expanding the applicability of steel castings to the…

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Boliden, Volvo Trucks collaborate on underground electric trucks

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Boliden said it is joining forces to implement battery-electric truck transport in underground environments starting this year. Two heavy, electric Volvo trucks will be used in the Boliden Kankberg mine, outside Skellefteå in northern Sweden. “This is an exciting collaboration in an environment with very tough demands; steep slopes, heavy loads and humid air that wears on the vehicles,” said…

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