May 13, 2020

Metso-Outotec merger cleared by European Commission

The companies also received clearances in Canada, Chile and Turkey.

May 13, 2020

Researchers, industry partner to trial solar thermal energy to enhance comminution

Solar thermal heat can weaken rocks and reduce mining companies' need to use fossil fuels in mechanisms to crush and grind rock.

May 12, 2020

Kenzen launches body heat sensor for worker safety

Cloud-based software includes a wearable device which alerts the worker and their supervisor when core body temperature is too high.

May 12, 2020

MetGrow+ project looks at metals recovery

Project found ways to increase Europe’s self-sufficiency in cobalt, nickel and zinc.

May 12, 2020

GoSun releases world’s first portable solar-powered water purifier and sanitation system

The latest innovation sanitizes water using the power of the sun and can function as a portable handwashing station, warm shower and source of clean drinking water.

May 11, 2020

Metso introduces Nordberg HP900 cone crusher

HP900 comes with improved kinematics, a raised pivot point and power increase which lead to a 15% capacity increase.

May 10, 2020

Chile’s Mining Minister promotes use of copper to fight covid-19

The Minister ordered for his office to be sprayed with a product containing copper nanoparticles, which prevents certain surfaces from becoming hosts for pathogens.

May 10, 2020

New technology to be game-changer in rare earths extraction

Scientists in the US are working towards securing a domestic supply of rare earth metals for electronics, computerized engines for aircraft, warships, EVs, and magnets.

May 8, 2020

Social license soon to be akin to a mining license — report

The industry needs to align with ESG values and attract the in-demand millennial talent pool.

May 8, 2020

Renewables to power Northern Minerals’ rare earth operation

The miner executed a letter of intent with Soluna Australia to develop a renewable-power and battery-storage facility at the Browns Range mine.