February 5, 2013

ABB launches new developments in advanced process control

New release of cpmPlus Expert Optimizer 7.0, ABB’s advanced process control software solution for cement and minerals industries.

February 5, 2013

Deadly explosion in Mexico caused by gas buildup, not bomb

A buildup of gas in the basement of the headquarters of the national oil company and not a bomb as local media reported caused the blast that killed 37 people…

February 5, 2013

Rio Tinto to generate over 2,000 jobs in Western Australia

The diversified mining giant announced last year a massive $3.4 billion expansion to its Pilbara iron ore operations, which is set to create thousands of new positions in the months…

February 5, 2013

INFOGRAPHIC: The periodic table of smartphones

Rare earth elements seem to be everywhere these days: wind turbines, hybrid cars, night-vision goggles, weapons and, most importantly, smartphones.

February 5, 2013

Mexico gears up for new mining bill, includes taxes to benefit locals

It will start charging mining companies already operating or planning to start up in the second half of this year.

February 5, 2013

Scientists discover bacteria that can make gold out of mine waste

It protects itself by turning its environment into molecular-sized gold nuggets.

February 4, 2013

Navigating the gold market winds

Uncertainty in the gold market

February 4, 2013

Immersive Technologies Brings Leading Operator Development Solution to Underground Coal Mining

Immersive Technologies furthers its commitment to the mining industry with the development of simulators (Conversion Kit®) for Underground Coal Mining.

February 4, 2013

Orbite Aluminae Inc. and Veolia Environmental Services Create Partnership to Recycle and Remediate Red Mud Generated by Alumina Production

“Demand for alumina continues to grow on a global scale,” commented Mr. Richard Boudreault, President and CEO of Orbite, “and worldwide stocks of untreated red mud are estimated at nearly…

February 4, 2013

A sensitive, affordable sensor to detect tiny amounts of CO2

Nano-sensor could improve accuracy of monitoring and measurement