Miners will always face the threat of acid mine drainage, jeopardising output and financial security. Jane Marsh, Editor-in-Chief at Environment.co, breaks down how the impacts trickle throughout organisations, leading to unexpected costs that are entirely preventable.
Danny Luu and Baojie Zhang, Derrick Corporation, USA, discuss advancements in coal static screening and what they can achieve.
A clean energy future is on the horizon, forcing the coal industry to adapt. Jane Marsh, Editor-In-Chief at Environment.co, describes how amid the emergence of synthetic fuels and green energy technologies, coal professionals can become integral to the transition.
Three major coal mining disasters underscore the importance of learning from past incidents to inform safer and cleaner practices, thereby enabling traditional coal mining operations to enhance environmental stewardship and operational safety.
Mining operators must travel far to diversify their business opportunities and find new resources. Jane Marsh concludes that whilst a lack of infrastructure makes remote jobs impractical, solutions to these challenges are available.
Dr. Andreas Westphalen, HBT GmbH, details the advantages of variable frequency drive technology for face conveyor and plow systems in longwall mining.
Dorothy Mei, Tiffany Means, and Wynn Feng, Global Energy Monitor, USA, explore coal’s continued global expansion amid growing climate concerns.
Liam Sheeder, Belt Tech Industrial, USA, discusses how belt hardness relates to splicing success, and factors to consider when purchasing used conveyor belt.
Daniel J. Brunner and Benjamin Lyddall, REI Drilling, Inc., USA, summarise the application of geosensing to underground directional drilling for geologic exploration.
Dan Marshall, Martin Engineering, USA, highlights common conveyor belt cleaning pitfalls, and how best to avoid them.
Eurocoke Summit will return in September 2025, bringing together global leaders to explore the future of carbon-conscious production, innovation in biocoke, and evolving global trade dynamics.
Lee Gailer, RST Solutions, Australia, reveals the benefits of reducing water consumption with advanced spray and foaming systems.
Aaron Wilson, Flexco, considers preventative conveyor maintenance measures that reduce downtime and optimise processes.
Todd Furrow, TerraSource Global, USA, explores the impact of selecting the right rotary breakers for individual mining operations.
Bernd Küsel, CBG, Germany, examines the importance of high-quality splices and the early detection of damage to ensure safety and reduce costly downtime.