AMETEK Magnetrol introduces Pulsar Model R80

AMETEK Magnetrol has unveiled its Pulsar Model R80 80-gigahertz radar level transmitter. Designed for the industrial market, including for mining operations where level needs to be measured, the new release uses FMCW technology and an 80-GHz operating frequency allow for superior performance, smaller antennas, better accuracy and enhanced resolution. Additionally, Magnetrol’s configuration wizards and proactive diagnostics make commissioning and troubleshooting…

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Xylem Technology Helps Solve Water Challenges

Solutions from global water technology company Xylem helps solve the world’s greatest water challenges, according to its annual Sustainability Report. The report highlights the company’s work with customers and partners. It also details Xylem’s progress to reduce its operational footprint, including cutting Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emission intensity by 12% and water use by 22%, versus 2019.…

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Polydeck Touts Benefits of Injection Molding

Screen media plays a crucial role in efficiently segregating or separating minerals. Without a high-performance, durable screen material, frequent screen changes and unplanned downtime are inevitable. High-quality screen media maximizes run time, operating efficiency and profits while minimizing downtime and maintenance costs. Mining operations sacrifice thousands of dollars in lost revenues due to screen media maintenance issues and inefficient screening.…

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MSHA issues safety reminder for development mining near wells

The Mine Safety and Health Administration has released a safety notice for the nation’s mining operations relating to development mining near wells, an issue it says is happening thousands of times across the U.S. Read full article from North American Mining.

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Vaccination pilot program targets miners in Kentucky, Arizona

The U.S. Department of Labor announced a new program designed to encourage COVID-19 vaccination among miners in Kentucky and Arizona. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that vaccination rates are below 60% in the two states where a substantial number of mining operations exist. Read full story from North American Mining.

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ASGCO Offers Super-Skalper HD Belt Cleaner

The patented Super-Skalper blade from ASGCO provides carry-back removal for high-speed belts and large-head pulleys typically found in above- and below-ground mining operations. The E-Z Torque HD Tensioner is patented, made of 304 stainless steel, torsion springs that allow the blades to self-adjust throughout the entire life of the blade. Features and benefits include: Durability – The large one-piece or three-piece…

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IMA-NA announces safety award honorees

The Industrial Minerals Association – North America (IMA-NA) announced the companies and mining operations that received its safety recognition awards. IMA-NA Chairman Doug Smith and IMA-NA President Chris Greissing presented the awards at the association’s annual meeting in Park City, Utah, this week. Read full article from North American Mining.

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