Sandvik has completed its previously announced acquisition of Universal Field Robots (UFR). The newly added company, an Australia-based provider of autonomous interoperable solutions for the surface mining and underground mining markets, will be reported in Digital Mining Technologies, a division within the Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions business area. UFR has approximately 40 employees and is headquartered in Brisbane. The…
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Acquisition strengthens automation portfolio
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…
Read MoreRumors of merger untrue: Metso
Metso has denied recent reports of a merger between it and the mining business of Sandvik, releasing a statement confirming its position on August 19. The initial report alleging a tie-in between it and the Swedish equipment producer came from Swedish news outlet Dagens Industri. “Market rumors have been made public regarding Metso and Swedish Sandvik’s mining business. Metso has…
Read MoreSandvik finalizes Ahno takeover
Sandvik said it has completed the previously announced acquisition of a majority stake (72.4%) in China-based Suzhou Ahno Precision Cutting Tool Technology from Ningbo Baosi Energy Equipment and related parties. The company will be reported within the Sandvik Machining Solutions segment. Founded in 2002, Ahno has a leading position in precision cutting tools in the fast-growing local premium segment, with…
Read MoreMacLean, Sandvik demonstrate automated fleet interoperability
Mining equipment manufacturers MacLean and Sandvik have completed the first phase of a collaboration to provide miners with more options for expanding automation underground.
Read MoreSandvik introduces DR416iE electric drill
Sandvik has rolled out its largest-ever intelligent rotary blasthole drill, the DR416iE. The electric Sandvik DR416iE’s design is based on the popular Sandvik DR416i. It joins the Sandvik DR410iE, Sandvik DR412iE and Sandvik DR413iE as the fourth and largest electrified rig in Sandvik’s intelligent rotary blasthole range. The new release has been designed to deliver superior performance and sustainability in…
Read MoreSandvik opens new Malaysian production facility
Sandvik has inaugurated its new underground load and haul production unit in Malaysia with the assembly of a Toro LH517i loader. “This expansion marks a significant milestone for Sandvik,” said Patricio Apablaza, president of Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions’ Load and Haul division. “This production unit enables flexible manufacturing of both conventional diesel and battery-electric loaders and trucks while adhering…
Read MoreSandvik launches upgraded 800i cone crusher series
The Sandvik cone crusher design philosophy is based on continual evolution of parts, materials and technologies to improve the reliability, availability and productivity its customers rely on. That commitment has led to the latest in its advances in connected crushing – the upgraded 800i cone crusher range with new ACS-c 5. “The upgraded 800i crushers with new ACS-c 5 are…
Read MoreEl Teniente picks Sandvik for L&H automation
Sandvik has confirmed the receipt of a significant order to supply its AutoMine load and haul automation system to Codelco’s El Teniente mine in Chile. The deal, worth SEK 300 million/US$28.6 million, was booked in the first quarter of 2024. The OEM noted that it follows multiple automation solutions orders from the miner last year. It also confirmed it will…
Read MoreSandvik shines with Golden Shank
Sandvik has unveiled the Golden Shank, a patented corrosion protection coating for greatly increased service life and lower drilling cost per meter. The shank adapter encounters harsh conditions in many underground mines due to the use of highly corrosive water as flushing media. During its lifetime, it must endure challenges such as reduced fatigue properties, stress corrosion cracking and embrittlement.…
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