Magnetek, Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer of digital power and motion control systems used in mining applications, has been awarded 2014 Premier Supplier of the Year status by Joy Global Inc. This is the second year Joy Global has recognized Magnetek from its nearly 4,000 suppliers.

Seabridge's KSM project in BC, world's largest undeveloped gold deposit, comes under attack from non-profit founded by Sierra Club chairman.

Gold enjoyed one of its best days of the year on Thursday as hedge funds pick up ounces to cover massive short positions built up in recent weeks.

Asia up 40% but Latin America down 47%.

Much lower energy costs and the strength of the U.S. dollar mean that producers can and do make money at $1,200 per ounce gold.

Contractors and technicians can quickly and easily access the engine for fast maintenance and less downtime. The compactor also is equipped with a high-performance cooling system that features an integrated self-cleaning reversible fan.

When it comes to bulk materials handling, geared motors are used to power a wide variety of handling equipment from pumps to conveyors and bucket elevators. Different materials and operating conditions mean that each application can pose an individual challenge requiring expertise and a wide range of solutions in order to guarantee both product flexibility and universal reliability, real-world gains in efficiency however can only be achieved through an integrated design approach.

Silver gains as well.

While not especially rare and not really earths, there is no doubting the difficulties in mining and processing the rare earth group of metals, or their importance to the global economy.