Redpath, Sandvik SA team up for digital training effort

Mining contractor Redpath South Africa is employing state-of-the-art digital trainers from Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions as part of a global framework agreement the two said could revolutionize training and safety practices in southern Africa. The technology provides trainees with interactive interfaces that closely resemble the controls and displays found on real mining equipment, ensuring a seamless transition from training…

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Sandvik boosts intelligent rotary blasthole range with DR413i

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has introduced the Sandvik DR413i, the fourth drill rig in its intelligent rotary blasthole range, purpose-built for high-altitude hard rock mines. The Sandvik DR413i represents the natural evolution of Sandvik D90, known across the globe for its consistency and durability. Ideal for iron ore and copper applications at altitudes up to approximately 15,000 feet (4,500…

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Sandvik introduces AutoMine AutoLoad 2.0

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is introducing AutoMine AutoLoad 2.0, a new AutoMine feature that enables fully automated production cycles for loaders operating in fixed drawpoint and dump point mining applications. The autonomous loading technology is seeking to increase loading cycle consistency while reducing equipment idle time and operating costs. It builds on the design of its predecessor AutoLoad Assist,…

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Sandvik completes rotary offering with newest bit

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has introduced the new Sandvik RR340 single seal roller bearing rotary drill bit, rounding out its rotary offering. With it, the OEM noted, customers can achieve 45% longer service life compared to standard products, as well as lower total drilling costs. Some of the technology that provides the Sandvik RR340 with its longevity includes an…

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Autonomous news: Sandvik launches AutoMine Flexible Safety Zone

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is introducing AutoMine Flexible Safety Zone, a new feature for its AutoMine underground system for autonomous mining operations. The new capability is designed to improve productivity and increase flexibility by enabling alternating safety zone states between autonomous and manual operation. With the AutoMine Flexible Safety Zone, autonomous mining equipment can operate continuously in the automated…

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Sandvik chooses 10,000 Cat engines to power its drilling machines

Throughout the world, Cat engines reliably power thousands of unique applications for many of the leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). From 0.5 to 32 liter, Cat engines take on the many challenges thrown at them, which is why they are designed to power the biggest, toughest machines in harsh environments.  It’s that exceptional performance and reliability that has led Sandvik…

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Sandvik introduces Toro LH518iB with AutoMine

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has rolled out the Toro LH518iB loader equipped with AutoMine. The automation-ready battery-electric underground loader is undergoing extensive factory testing, with the first unit scheduled for customer delivery during the first half of 2023 and AutoMine compatibility available in the second half. The Toro LH518iB marries industry-leading battery-electric and automation technologies. Building on predecessor Sandvik…

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Sandvik, Redpath to tackle safety, costs in new pact

Sandvik and Redpath have inked a new global framework that they say will improve safety and reduce underground mining costs through technology advancements, innovation, continuous improvement projects and standardized best practices. The five-year agreement will standardize the use of equipment, leading to cost reductions and safety enhancements, and will be guided by operational and relationship key performance indicators (KPIs). Redpath…

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Sandvik launches AutoMine Mapping Solution

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has introduced its newest product for maximizing productivity and improving safety, AutoMine Mapping Solution, for autonomous vehicle navigation in underground mining operations by utilizing mapped data. The next-generation product, it said, enables a vehicle to safely record an underground 3D environment with a mine mapping tool, and convert three-dimensional maps to 2D. Faster configuration, and…

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