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Acquisition strengthens automation portfolio

August 28, 2024August 28, 2024 Francesca Mills

Sandvik has struck a deal to acquire Australia-based Universal Field Robots (UFR), a provider of autonomous interoperable solutions, for an undisclosed amount. The company’s portfolio includes agnostic robotic and autonomous solutions for trucks, loaders and auxiliary equipment. “Universal Field Robots is an important strategic addition to Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions, which will strengthen our growth potential and provide key…

Sandvik completes Deswik acquisition

April 6, 2022April 6, 2022 Miners News

Sandvik confirmed April 4 that it had completed its takeover of mine planning software group Deswik, a transaction it first announced in December 2021. The OEM said Deswik will be part of its newly formed division, Digital Mining Technologies, under its Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions business umbrella. Last year, Sandvik said Deswik would fill a value chain gap in…