Atlas Copco confirmed 21 August that it has acquired Australian-based dewatering pump maker Sykes Group from Seven Group Holdings. Full story.
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Ontario miners impacted most by opioid harm: report
An ongoing study by the Institute for Work and Health and the Occupational Cancer Research Centre has revealed that the segment of labor that includes mining and construction as well as forestry in the Canadian province are more apt to have an emergency or be hospitalized tied to opioid use. Full story.
Read MoreEngineered for the Demands of Mining
With its high head and more efficient impeller design, the Godwin HL270M Drive-Prime pump reliably handles water transfer applications for even the deepest mines.Learn More.
Read MoreBME cements global footprint with Indonesia JV
Mining and explosives supplier BME, part of Omnia Holdings, has inked a conditional sale and purchase of shares agreement (CSPA) to solidify a joint venture with Indonesian group PT. Multi Nitrotama Kimia (MNK). Full story.
Read MoreCenterra taps Tomory as president, CEO
Canadian producer Centerra Gold has appointed Paul Tomory as its president and chief executive officer, effective May 1. Full story.
Read MoreABB podcast dives into process automation
ABB’s The Process Automation Podcast explores how automation, electrification and digital technologies – through their role in industry – are contributing to life the way we know it and are enabling society to become more efficient and sustainable. Hosted by engineer Fran Scott, the podcast series delves deep into how process automation technologies are transforming various industries around the world,…
Read MoreCummins announces new dewatering pumps
Cummins has announced the availability of two new dewatering pump solutions for use in mining, construction, oil and gas, agricultural and water and waste water environments: the QSF4X4 and QSF6X6. Both units offer customers a fully finished pump for use in their operations powered by Cummins’ QSF2.8 engine. They are built with a heavy-duty cast-iron construction and are produced on…
Read MoreGroundHog launches app for mining construction crews
California technology provider GroundHog has launched its newest application, GroundHog Construction Crews, designed specifically for construction crews working in underground mines.
Read MoreNexa idles blockaded Peruvian mine
Nexa Resources has temporarily halted production at its Atacocha San Gerardo open-pit zinc operations in the province of Pasco, Peru, because of a local community’s blockade of the operation.
Read MoreNo more raw lithium exports: Zimbabwe
In a bid to stop artisanal miners in Zimbabwe, the government has imposed a ban on the export of unprocessed lithium, reported Reuters.
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