A team of researchers from both Texas and Brazil have collaborated on a paper called Copper Mining Bacteria: Converting toxic copper ions into a stable single atom copper.
New options for proven Cedarapids screen modules
Terex Cedarapids has introduced new options for the popular MHS6203 and MHS8203 screen modules, including a wash plant option and a feed box and support structure.
Orica enables blasting near sensitive structures
Orica has bolstered its blasting technology offering with the release of advanced vibration management (AVM) software.
Reliable detonator firing sequence
Austin Powder has launched the E*STAR electronic initiation system, which is designed for ease of use and safety in harsh conditions.
Hillhead Digital livestream platform a ‘huge success’
The inaugural Hillhead Digital event saw almost 5000 virtual visitors over the two-day event at the end of March.
Water solutions for the extractive industry
Xylem’s pumps, treatment equipment and analytical instruments and technologies help mines at every stage in the water management cycle.
Sandvik unveils innovative surface drill system
Sandvik has used a digital live show to showcase its latest development in surface top hammer drilling – the Top Hammer XL.
Biennial exhibition postponed but Hillhead Digital stays on schedule
The United Kingdom’s Hillhead exhibition will be postponed for the second year running due to COVID-19 – but Hillhead Digital is still set for 30-31 March.
Sizing and gaining the most from your mining excavators and haulers
In the extractive industries, it is important to match excavators to your haul trucks to lower your total cost of ownership (TCO). If they are mismatched, you will be inefficient and burn extra fuel. If you can mitigate that, you will lower your operating costs over time and start realising higher profits as a result.
Integrated machine control bolsters hazardous rock face
When New Zealand contractor Fulton Hogan was awarded a contract to remediate a steep, unstable rock face overlooking the Port of Otago, it faced a number of challenges to deliver the project safely, within a tight budget, and in a highly visible location.