Building upon an already long-standing relationship, FLSmidth and Enter Engineering have signed a strategic cooperation agreement for the delivery of the core mineral processing equipment for the MOF-4 copper-gold-molybdenum concentrator under construction in Almalyk, Tashkent region, Uzbekistan. Once completed, the company said the plant is projected to become one of the largest copper concentrators in the world. The deal covers…
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Metso acquires partner Swiss Tower Mills Minerals
As part of its energy-saving comminution technology development efforts, Metso has signed an agreement to acquire its long-term partner Swiss Tower Mills Minerals AG (STM). Previously, Metso had a 15% minority ownership in the company. The parties have agreed not to disclose the transaction value. Metso decided to exercise its right of first refusal following the divestment decision of STM’s…
Read MoreFrontline workers rewrite safety at Anglo American
Through a bottom-up approach, frontline workers have been empowered to shape a new Fatal Risk Management (FRM) program at Anglo American, one that is easy to use and doesn’t add another layer of red tape. Anglo American Australia CEO Dan van der Westhuizen said embedding frontline workers in the project team was crucial in designing the simplified and standardised tools…
Read MoreJohnson Controls launches Ansul Checkfire 210 QIR
Johnson Controls has released its newest addition, the new Ansul Checkfire 210 Quad Infrared (QIR) Detector for mining vehicle fire protection, which it said offers faster detection and response. When used alongside linear heat detection systems, the Checkfire 210 QIR Detector uses infrared technology to help preserve high-value, mission-critical mining vehicles operating in harsh conditions with open, exposed hazard areas.…
Read MoreRPMGlobal releases new APD system
Software developer RPMGlobal has announced the release of the next generation Automated Pit Design (APD) solution, which it said represents a significant leap forward in open pit mine design. The new release was developed in close collaboration with key customers, industry consultants, and RPMGlobal’s own consulting and advisory team, the company said. It also extends the existing range of automated…
Read MoreScania, Fortescue roll out plans for autonomous road train
Scania, alongside Australian company Fortescue, are working to jointly develop and validate a fully integrated autonomous road train solution, they said in a joint announcement on 27 September. With Scania’s technology in truck automation, the autonomous solution will be integrated with Fortescue’s Fleet Management System (FMS) designed to optimise fleet utilisation and maximise productivity, while ensuring efficient fuel and energy…
Read MoreSumitomo, BIA partner for growth
BIA Group and Sumitomo have entered a strategic partnership that the two said will enable further growth in their businesses and generate synergies. The agreement, which includes a minority investment by Sumitomo in BIA Group, brings together the companies’ long-standing track record as Komatsu distributors and top-level experience as independent OEM distributors in complementary geographies and industries, including the mining…
Read MoreCaterpillar updates 6020 hydraulic shovel
Powering through the toughest materials, the Cat 6020 Hydraulic Mining Shovel meets the mining industry’s need for durable, reliable and highly efficient digging performance. To align with the rest of the Cat hydraulic mining shovel lineup, model nomenclature has been updated from the Cat 6020B to the 6020. Today’s 6020 shovel offers the same features, fast cycle times and high…
Read MoreSiemag’s Nelson passes
Siemag USA has confirmed the recent passing of its North American president, Kenneth Nelson. The company, part of Siemag Tecberg, said Nelson died on May 12, and also released comments about Nelson’s significant role in the group’s advancement. “Prior to 2000 when SIEMAG USA took over the shaft hoisting technology from NORDBERG, not least thanks to Ken’s willingness to join…
Read MoreKomatsu marks milestones with autonomous haulage
Komatsu has confirmed that it now has a fleet of more than 750 autonomous haul trucks commissioned across the globe, which have hauled more than 10 billion metric tons – for a total rate of more than 6 million metric tons daily. Additionally, the OEM said, 10 Komatsu autonomous trucks have achieved a benchmark of 100,000 autonomous hours each, a…
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