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VISTA Training launches pair of Introduction to Heavy Equipment online training modules

Waterford, WI (June 21, 2011) – VISTA Training Inc. has launched two new training modules as part of its growing, cost effective Silver Series: Heavy Equipment – Intro & Safety and Heavy Equipment – Pre-Use Inspection. These web-based training modules are designed to help educate trainees who are new to the fields of construction and mining, and are prerequisites for the rest of the modules in the Silver Series.

Fortescue Mining chooses EEMIS to design railway corridor

Fortescue Mining has installed EEMIS (Exploration & Earthworks Management Information System) Combo Systems in all heavy plant designing the 167 km railway corridor and spur to its new mines. The EEMIS system is also being used by contractors on site for vehicle guidance and avoiding Aboriginal heritage sites that fall within the rail corridor. The rail project is being managed by Calibre Rail and the chief earthmoving contractor is CV.

China’s rare earth mining called a catastrophe

Asia Sentinel reports on a dramatic lesson as the rest of the world gears up to replace the falling Chinese supply.While most of the attention in the world's press centered on what was regarded as a strategic decision, Chinese officials said they could no longer afford the damage to their environment.
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Gold price steadies as inflation revives higher-rate bets

Gold prices consolidate near $4,700/oz as US consumption slows, aligning with market expectations.