Mining equipment news
More longwalls in operation at JSW mines
In Poland, Jastrzebska Spólka Weglowa have decided to put more longwalls into operation across their mining sites.
BHP and Mammoet complete record-breaking dragline relocation
A partnership between BHP Mitsubishi Alliance and Mammoet has resulted in the successful transportation of a Marion 8050 dragline from one end of the Peak Downs coal mine to another.
Geosensing's Critical Role
Daniel J. Brunner and Benjamin Lyddall, REI Drilling, Inc., USA, summarise the application of geosensing to underground directional drilling for geologic exploration.
Hexagon sets benchmark for mine safety with world-first system integration
Hexagon has announced the launch of Hexagon Operator Alertness System (OAS) 7.5, a significant advancement in mining safety technology that sets a new global benchmark.
From Failure To Flow
Aaron Wilson, Flexco, considers preventative conveyor maintenance measures that reduce downtime and optimise processes.
Rotary Breakers: An Unsung Hero
Todd Furrow, TerraSource Global, USA, explores the impact of selecting the right rotary breakers for individual mining operations.
Splice For Success
Bernd Küsel, CBG, Germany, examines the importance of high-quality splices and the early detection of damage to ensure safety and reduce costly downtime.
Keep The Blast In The Past
Mike Selover, Vermeer, USA, analyses the advancements of coal extraction through continuous surface mining technology.
A Guide To Fire Resistant Conveyor Belts
Ron van Oijen, Fenner Dunlop, Netherlands, provides essential guidance on fire resistant conveyor belts – a complex and extremely important subject.
Przyjazn Coking Plant launches state-of-the-art coke oven battery
The ceremonial firing up of the ceramic block of the newly-built Coke Oven Battery No. 4 recently took place at the Przyjazn Coking Plant owned by JSW KOKS SA.