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How Tsubaki’s ProService ensures efficient mining operations

Miners News

In the evolving landscape of the mining industry, maximizing operational efficiency and minimizing downtime are paramount for success. In addition to creating industry-leading products that promote longer operational lifespan, Tsubaki also offers outstanding unmatched service through its ProService Lifecycle Support program.  This service offering is transforming the way mining companies manage their equipment, ensuring enhanced productivity, reduced maintenance costs, and…

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Leaders in mine safety and technology honored by NMA, federal agencies

Miners News

In a ceremony in Washington, D.C., the National Mining Association (NMA), the U.S. National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and the U.S. Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) honored outstanding achievements in mine safety, technology and reclamation. Full story.

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Emerson introduces Appleton Powertite to mining market

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Emerson has confirmed it is now offering its Appleton Powertite series of pin-and-sleeve plugs, receptacles and connectors for the first time to mining operations for the delivery of reliable and safe power. The series, which can offer fast, uncomplicated field assembly and worker protection, can aid in reducing costly downtime, frequent maintenance and accidents in areas where electrical equipment must…

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ABB publishes plan for electric mines

Miners News

ABB has published a five-point action plan that sets out a roadmap to decarbonizing mining operations from pit to port for any underground or open-pit mine. The new five-pillar plan – which is available as an eBook on ABB.com –highlights five steps for total plant electrification across mine hauling operations and power distribution and management.  It aims to help mining companies on…

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Strayos, Quantum Systems announce strategic partnership

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AI-powered software maker Strayos and drone designer Quantum Systems have entered into a strategic partnership that both said will transform mining operations through advanced technology and automation. The partnership, according to the pair, will bring together the capabilities of both companies, combining Strayos’ expertise in artificial intelligence and data analytics with Quantum Systems’ state-of-the-art UAV technology, and will empower mining…

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Mine Safety LLC launches site to analyze MSHA data

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Mine Safety LLC, a company that promotes mining safety through high-quality software tools and solutions, has launched “Mine Lookup”, an application to analyze Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) data in various ways. “I have been in the industry as a software engineer since 2007 and I have felt this information should be more accessible to miners and to mining…

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Thiess inks Chile copper contract

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Thiess, as it grows its footprint in Chile, has been retained by Minera Centinela for a A$155 million full-service mining contract at the Llano project in the Sierra Gorda District of Antofagasta. Under the letter of agreement (LOA), work will begin this month. The scope of work includes mining operations, maintenance and asset management services for the greenfield copper mine,…

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Las Bambas could halt mining on ongoing protests

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MMG Limited’s Las Bambas may be forced to go into a period of care and maintenance if there are no changes to ongoing protests in Peru, the operator has warned. Officials said that transport disruptions have slowed down, affecting both inbound and outbound deliveries, which has resulted in a progressive slow-down to Las Bambas itself. It is now suffering a…

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