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Automated Systems
Epiroc Partners with Orica on Semi-Automated Explosives Delivery System
Avatel is a twin boom, semi-autonomous development charging solution that allows a single operator to complete the entire charging cycle from the safety of a cab encolosure.
Tires & Wheels
MAXAM MS412 Mining Haulage Tire
Automated Systems
Use of Epiroc Automated Equipment Expands at Underground Mining Operation
Smart Systems
Digitisation in Mining
Engines
Volvo Penta Stage V Solution Powers New Normet Underground Equipment
Mining
Epiroc Wins Large Mining Equipment Order in Russia
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Fluid Power
Danfoss Bringing New Digital Displacement Pumps to Market in 2021
The company is expanding its portfolio of Digital Displacement pumps with new variants to meet the requirements of more machine applications.
Military
GM Defense Delivers Infantry Squad Vehicle to U.S. Army
The new Infantry Squad Vehicle was designed specifically for military applications and features 90% commercial-off-the-shelf parts to ensure reliability.
Trends
State of the Industry 2020
Data continues to be an integral component on the path toward further autonomy and connectivity.
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Mining
Sandvik Establishing New Businesses
The company aims to improve business operations through the creation of its new business units.
Mining
Sandvik Divesting Exploration Business
The deal includes exploration rigs, consumables and production stock, along with selected trademarks and patents.
Mining
Brokk 200 Aids Productivity in Mining Operations
The compact size and SmartConcept system help to improve safety and productivity in ultra-deep mining applications.
Batteries, Capacitors
Epiroc Battery-Electric Mining Equipment Completes Field Trial Near Arctic Circle
A Boomer E2 Battery, Scooptram ST14 Battery and Minetruck MT42 Battery have completed field testing in Europe's largest gold mine located in Northern Finland.
Tires & Wheels
MAXAM MS453 Open Pit Mining Tire
Enhanced casing construction with advanced compounding technology on the MS453 tire ensures durability in mining operations.
Smart Systems
Komatsu Mining Breaks Ground for New Manufacturing Facility and Headquarters
Contractors building the new facility are using Komatsu’s new Smart Construction technologies to remotely optimize their processes.
Trends
Volvo CE Partners with Futurists and Students to Present Visions of the Future
“In order to build tomorrow, that means having a good sense of what tomorrow may look like,” says Stephen Roy, Senior Vice President for the Americas, Volvo CE.
Automated Systems
Komatsu Customers Surpass 3 Billion Metric Tons of Material Moved Autonomously
Mining companies using Komatsu's FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System have now hauled more than three billion metric tons of materials.
Automated Systems
RCT to Automate Underground Mining Fleet in Australia
RCT will commission its ControlMaster Guidance Automation with the latest Auto Dump feature onto three Sandvik LH203 underground loaders to operate in the narrow-vein underground mine.
Automated Systems
Sandvik Collaborating with Exyn to Enhance Autonomous Mining
Sandvik’s OptiMine will be combined with data collected by Exyn’s aerial robots to improve visualization of mine environments.
Automated Systems
SANY Developing Autonomous Mining Equipment
SANY is currently testing autonomous operation of SKT90E mining trucks in coordination with a 5G controlled excavator.
Mining
Epiroc Receives Large Mining Equipment and Service Order in Chile
Epiroc will provide underground loaders, face drill rigs, rock bolting rigs and mine trucks, as well as several years of technical support and training for use at the Chuquicamata underground mine project.
Mining
Epiroc Phasing Out Concrete Spraying Line
Epiroc will phase out all six products within its concrete spraying business during 2020.
Smart Systems
Caterpillar Launches MineStar Edge Mine Management Technology Platform
MineStar Edge leverages cloud computing and technologies such as data fusion, machine learning and artificial intelligence to identify patterns and learn to make decisions which best fit a mining operation's needs.
Automated Systems
Epiroc Recognizes Achievements in Automation and Electrification Development
Epiroc has honored employees with innovation awards for their efforts to apply automation and electrification technology to improve mining equipment productivity and efficiency.
Automated Systems
RCT Integrates Autonomous System into Underground Loader
RCT has successfully automated a CAT R1700K underground loader which will be used in Western Australia.
Automated Systems
Caterpillar Autonomous Mining System Achieves 2 Billion Tonnes of Hauled Material
Over the past 6 years the Caterpillar autonomous fleet of Cat 789D, 793D, 793F and 797F mine trucks have achieved a milestone of 2 billion tonnes of material hauled.
Mining
Mining Industry Continues to Focus on Technology and Reducing Emissions
IMDEX says investments in technology and mitigating environmental impact will continue to be among the key trends in the mining industry.
Automated Systems
New RCT Specialized Wi-Fi Network Supports Autonomous Mining Vehicles
RCT Connect was designed specifically to support underground autonomous mining equipment.
Automated Systems
RCT Autonomous Vehicle System Allows use in Mixed Fleets
RCT's Multi-Fleet Select enables operators to manage various machine types made by multiple OEMs from the same secure station.
Mining
MINExpo International 2020 Explores Every Level of Equipment and Technology
Beyond equipment, MINExpo is also a place to discover software and solutions that digitize the back office, increase productivity, improve health and safety, advance environmental protection, and boost profitability.
Electrification
Caterpillar Introduces Trolley Assist System for Electric Mining Trucks
The trolley system helps reduce diesel engine emissions by substituting electricity during the most demanding part of the electric drive truck's work cycle.
Automated Systems
Epiroc and ASI Mining to Automate Mining Haul Truck Fleet
Epiroc will partner with ASI Mining to convert current manned vehicles to autonomous operation.
Tracks & Tires
MAXAM Tire Creates New Mining Group
The MAXAM MINING GROUP will be focused on the Open Pit Mining segment.
IFPE & CONEXPO
Epiroc Exhibiting Surface Drilling Automation Technology
Epiroc will introduce several new products at CONEXPO 2020, including the automation-ready SmartROC D60 surface drill rig.
Mining
The Global Mining Community Heads to MINExpo International 2020
A New Decade Brings New Opportunities for Mining Professionals
Automated Systems
Automated Truck Demand to Increase 55%
Demand for autonomous trucks in the logistics industry is anticipated to outpace that of the mining industry says a new report from Transparency Market Research.
Automated Systems
Case Study: RCT ControlMaster Guidance Automation System Improves Productivity for Canadian Mining Company
RCT's installed its automation technology on mine loaders to remove operators and improve productivity and safety.
Mining
Epiroc Names Next President and CEO
Epiroc has named Helena Hedblom, currently Senior Executive Vice President Mining and Infrastructure, as the new President and CEO.
Automated Systems
Komatsu Deploying 37 Autonomous Trucks at Brazilian Mine
Komatsu will deploy its 930E ultra-class electrical dump trucks with the Autonomous Haulage System.
