May 29, 2014

Immersive Technologies Delivers World’s First Simulation Based Training Solution for Autonomous Mining to Codelco’s Gabriela Mistral Copper Mine

A major challenge in the adoption of automation is people, or more specifically the re-shaping of a mining operation’s workforce to thinking and working differently. This is a key obstacle…

May 29, 2014

Ritchie Bros. to sell unused mining plant equipment at Netherlands auction in July

Equipment selection includes crushers, feeders, stackers, conveyor belts, vibratory screens, a reclaimer and much more.

May 29, 2014

New 990K Wheel Loader Features Increased Productivity, Enhanced Safety and Operator Efficiency, and Easier Service

Designed as an optimum loading tool for Cat quarry and mining trucks, specifically the 773, 775 and 777 ranging from about 60 to 100 tons (54 to 91 tonnes) capacity,…

May 29, 2014

Why You Should Pump Slurries with a Peristaltic Pump

Hose pumps can circulate slurry SGs of 1.6 to 1.8 or up to 80% solid content. Only hose pumps can pump such dense fluids whilst maintaining high levels of plant…

May 29, 2014

Weir abandons $6.1bn bid to buy rival Metso

The Finnish firm rejected a sweetened multibillion-dollar bid on the grounds that it was "significantly" undervalued and appeared "opportunistic."

May 29, 2014

De Beers plans for Snap Lake mine challenged by locals

The firm wants to change its water licence to double the current chloride limit pumped into nearby lake.

May 29, 2014

Major new coal projects unlikely to be profitable: Goldman Sachs

The bank analysts say the window for profitable investment in new thermal coal mining and infrastructure capacity “has closed.”

May 28, 2014

The 33 Chilean miners rescued alive back in the spotlight

Thanks to polemic TV commercial encouraging Chile’s national soccer team to be bold and daring in upcoming World Cup.

May 28, 2014

Rio Tinto to axe hundreds of jobs at Oyu Tolgoi mine

Amid the miner's efforts to reduce costs at its gigantic copper and gold operation in Mongolia.

May 28, 2014

Metso’s Board of Directors rejected new approach from Weir

Metso Corporation confirms information released by The Weir Group relating to its latest proposal to Metso concerning a potential business combination of the two companies. Following thorough and careful consideration…