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Acquisition to boost tunnelling offering
19th April 2024

In an effort to drive efficiency and safety across mining and tunnelling operations, mining product and systems developer DSI Underground SMART, a wholly-owned subsidiary of DSI Underground,... 


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Salamanca uranium project, Spain – update
19th April 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Berkeley Energia has reported that it remains committed to the project. 


TARYNN YATRAS
Sandvik commits to partnering with its customers continually, enabling them to optimise their operations for increased throughput and efficiencies
Multipurpose facility boosts screening services in Tanzania
12th April 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

The East African mining sector is experiencing a transformative shift, particularly in Tanzania, reports screening solutions provider Sandvik Rock Processing, which notes that this has driven its... 


KAROWE UNDERGROUND DEVELOPMENT
Lucara Diamond Corporation is expanding the Karowe mine to access the underground orebody, thereby extending the life-of-mine to at least 2040
Diamond miner progresses Botswana shaft sinking
29th March 2024

Diamond explorer and miner Lucara Diamond Corporation made significant shaft sinking progress in 2023 at its Karowe underground project, in Botswana, where the miner invested $101.3-million for the... 


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Surface drills with automation functionality
20th March 2024

Mine automation is being extended for use on surface drill rigs, helping to improve safety and productivity.    Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions’ AutoMine functionality is available for its... 


Resources Watch
Resources Watch
20th March 2024

This week: Wind generation up, solar operational soon, Exxaro reports and, Intelligent drilling solutions advance underground capabilities 


INTELLIGENT DRILLING
The Sandvik DD422iE drill offers intelligent and electric fully automated, top hammer longhole drilling performance
Intelligent drilling solutions advance underground capabilities
15th March 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

The adoption of intelligent drilling technologies represents a critical step towards more efficient, safe and sustainable underground mining operations, though eco-efficient rock processing... 


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Underground drilling revolution underway
8th March 2024

Underground drilling technology is said to be undergoing a significant transformation, with the  adoption of intelligent drilling and a growing interest in battery electric models for the future.... 


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Growing demand for vibrating screens and feeders
1st March 2024

The demand for vibrating screens and feeders in the commodities sector is on the rise, with a noticeable surge in brownfield projects aimed at replacing existing equipment in various operations,... 


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Automation platform for mass mining applications
23rd February 2024

A comprehensive automation platform is set to support the transformation from manual to autonomous mining. Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has introduced AutoMine Core, is designed to support... 


Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions enabling positive disruption
Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions enabling positive disruption
5th February 2024 By: Tracy Hancock

Eco-efficient rock processing solutions provider Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions is playing a key role in embracing the power of positive disruption in the African mining industry. Sandvik Rock... 


Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions drives positive disruptions
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions drives positive disruptions
5th February 2024 By: Tracy Hancock

Equipment and technical solutions provider Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has introduced key technological innovations and advancements in Southern Africa to drive positive disruption in mining... 


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Full range of screening solutions produced in South Africa
29th January 2024

The Sandvik Rock Processing facility in South Africa is the first facility globally, capable of producing all of its screening product lines. The company says it is leveraging its Africa footprint... 


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Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions
26th January 2024

Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions, a business area within the Sandvik Group, is a prominent provider of equipment, tools, parts, services and solutions for rock and mineral processing in the mining... 


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Innovative design takes automated drilling to a new level
12th January 2024

A new top hammer tool system is designed to increase efficiency and reduce costs by saving fuel and simplifying automated drilling in surface bench and underground longhole applications. The... 


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Eloise mine, Australia
8th December 2023 By: Nadine James

The mine is located in north Queensland, in Australia, about 60 km south-east of Cloncurry and 155 km east-south-east of Mount Isa.   


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Menar coal and anthracite projects, South Africa – update
24th November 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Menar, telecommunications group MTN and technology giant Huawei have teamed up to bring fifth-generation technology to the Gugulethu colliery. 


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Manufacturing agility meets rising demand
7th November 2023

Vibrating screen and feeder original equipment manufacturer Sandvik Rock Processing says that it is experiencing rising demand and record growth levels. To keep pace with equipment orders, the... 


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Drill rigs boost blasting company growth
12th October 2023

KwaZulu-Natal-based drilling and blasting company Brauteseth Blasting says it is expanding nationally, supported by its multiple drill rig acquisitions from Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions which... 


COAL SCREEN
A double deck vibrating screen in a coal application
Company localises engagement for growth in Africa
6th October 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

In the dynamic mining and rock processing landscape, proximity to customers and swift access to support services play a pivotal role in maintaining operational efficiency and building lasting... 


AngloGold Ashanti tests electric truck at Sunrise Dam
AngloGold Ashanti tests electric truck at Sunrise Dam
21st September 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Gold miner AngloGold Ashanti has inked an agreement with mining contractor Barminco and equipment supplier Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions to test the largest battery-electric underground mining... 


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Bringing screening solutions closer to customers
20th September 2023

Sandvik Rock Processing says it is using its footprint across Africa to bring its solutions closer to customers in the crushing and screening markets. “We recognise the importance of being close to... 


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First South African-manufactured screen package
15th September 2023

Mining and rock excavation specialist Sandvik Rock Processing has completed its first South African-manufactured screen package, undertaken at its facility in Johannesburg. The company’s operation... 


Drill core from the Dewittekrans project
Menar coal and anthracite projects, South Africa – update
15th September 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Menar has provided an update on its coal projects. 


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Venetia Underground Project, South Africa – update
15th September 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Venetia has delivered its first production. 


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Partnership for improved training in mining technology
3rd September 2023

A global framework agreement has seen mining contractor Redpath South Africa using state-of-the-art digital trainers from Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions in a partnership that is set to transform... 


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Training key to the future of mining
19th August 2023

With the rapid adoption of automation and digital technologies in mining, the need for constant upskilling has become essential, warns Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions human resources development... 


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Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions - Women in Mining
11th August 2023

Unleashing the power of women in mining Mining has made progress in attracting more women to the sector, but the challenge now lies in retaining and empowering them. Tarynn Yatras, head of sales... 


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Sandvik Mining & Rock Solutions - Women in Mining
11th August 2023

Sandvik: Driving female development in the mining industry Sandvik Mining & Rock Solutions believes in the development of women in the mining sector, and through its gender diversity strategy is... 


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Venetia Underground Project, South Africa – update
28th July 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

De Beers Group has delivered first production from the underground operations at the Venetia mine. 


Image of underground heavy machinery to illustrate Sandvik's AutoMine AutoLoad 2.0 assists autonomous bucket loading
Improved autonomous bucket loading
21st July 2023

Autonomous loading technology has been enhanced with Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions’ introduction of a new AutoMine feature. AutoMine AutoLoad 2.0 is designed to enable fully automated... 


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Largest top hammer drill rig arrives in Southern Africa
15th June 2023

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has announced its introduction of the first Pantera DP1600i drill rig in Southern Africa. Said to be the largest top hammer drill on the market, it is capable of... 


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Single supplier for crushers and screens
2nd June 2023

The alignment of screens and crushers helps to achieve optimum results in the process circuit by ensuring that all settings and parameters are matched, argues Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions... 


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Menar coal and anthracite projects, South Africa – update
2nd June 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

The construction phase of the new Gugulethu Colliery is progressing. 


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Flexible autonomous mining improves productivity
12th May 2023

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has introduced a new feature for its AutoMine underground system that enables alternating safety zone states between autonomous and manual operation. The AutoMine... 


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Menar coal and anthracite projects, South Africa – update
5th May 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

ZAC GM Wayne Rowe has indicated that the R137-million Mngeni shaft project is nearing completion, with water infrastructure and electrical reticulation installed in February. 


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Local screening solutions provider boosts critical skills
28th April 2023

Sandvik Rock Processing South Africa, formed this year with the acquisition by Sandvik of Kwatani and Schenk, asserts that it is steadily growing its reputation in designing, manufacturing and... 


Advanced technologies enhance mining safety protocols
21st April 2023 By: Schalk Burger

The mining industry has significantly enhanced its safety protocols and advanced technologies are available with customised safety measures, data and analytics company GlobalData said in its... 


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Carbide drill bit recycling programme
11th April 2023

Sandvik is introducing what it says is an industry-first ‘opt-out’ recycling programme for carbide drill bit users. The company says its initiative aims to transform the use of a material expected... 


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Wireless networks tested at Venetia underground
7th April 2023 By: Tracy Hancock

US-based Kinetic Mesh wireless networks developer Rajant Corporation conducted digital mining tests in collaboration with multinational engineering company Sandvik to ensure that wireless... 


Core samples from the Gugulethu project
Menar coal and anthracite projects, South Africa – update
7th April 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

The Mngeni Shaft project is edging closer to completion. 


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Venetia Underground Project, South Africa – update
7th April 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

The Venetia project will transition underground this year. 


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Upgraded drill rig with improved ergonomics and safety
4th April 2023

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has announced an improved version of its D25KS drill rig ­– the new D25KX rotary drill rig, which features a redesigned cabin and ergonomic and safety... 


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For over 60 years, VEGA has provided industry-leading products for the measurement of level, density, weight and pressure. As the inventor of the...

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Hanna Instruments (Pty) Ltd

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