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Ritchie Bros. introduces new online asset management and disposition solution: RB Asset Solutions
Ritchie Bros. launched RB Asset Solutions, a cloud-based SaaS platform for end-to-end asset management and disposition of heavy equipment. The solution combines inventory management, data analytics, branded e-commerce sites, and access to multiple sales channels including auctions and online marketplaces.
Keeping up with trench work - connecting people
MB Crusher showcases how their mobile crushing and screening equipment is revolutionizing pipeline construction across global projects. Their buckets attach directly to excavators, processing materials on-site to reduce transport costs and construction times for major oil and gas infrastructure projects.
A new dawn, a new perspective
MB Crusher showcases how their crushing bucket attachments for excavators are revolutionizing construction and demolition waste processing across multiple international sites. The company highlights successful implementations in France, Brazil, and Mexico where their equipment enables efficient recycling of concrete, railway sleepers, and limestone while reducing costs and improving safety.
VersaTube Building Systems provides customized storage
Easy Build Structures, the exclusive distributor of VersaTube Building Systems for western Canada, provides pre-engineered steel building kits designed for mining operations and harsh Canadian climates. The company offers customizable storage solutions including garages, sheds, and fully enclosed office buildings with simplified installation processes.
Cleaning the beaches of the world
A coastal maintenance company in Valencia, Spain used an MB-S14 screening bucket mounted on a JCB excavator to clean 9 km of beaches at Oliva. The screening technology separated sand from vegetation, debris and litter, allowing natural materials to be reused on-site while only trash was sent to landfill.
Cooper launches new line of truck and bus radial tires
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company has launched a new line of Cooper brand truck and bus radial (TBR) tires, featuring three series designed for different commercial applications: PRO (long-haul), WORK (regional-haul), and SEVERE (mixed service). The tires are engineered to reduce fleet operating costs and will be available in Canada in Fall 2018.
TNDC renews construction contract with Red Chris Mine — new units added to heavy equipment fleet
TNDC announced a three-year renewal of its construction contract with Red Chris Mine for the Tailings Impoundment Area, employing 40-60 workers during construction seasons. The company has added new Caterpillar heavy equipment including a hydraulic excavator and rock trucks, with seven additional units on order.
Finning opens Used Equipment Centre
Finning Canada opened its first Used Equipment Centre in Acheson, Alberta on June 15, consolidating used equipment inventory in a central location with demonstration capabilities. The facility provides a one-stop shop for customers to access, test, and purchase used equipment ranging from skid steers to motor graders.
A peek inside Komatsu’s new Sparwood facility
Komatsu Mining Corporation has consolidated four separate operations into a single modernized 29,000 square foot facility in Sparwood, BC, housing all 97 employees under one roof. The facility serves the Elk Valley coal mining industry with 24/7 support for equipment like electric rope shovels and blast hole drills, primarily supporting Teck Resources operations.
Innovations in mining are taking off with Kespry’s drones
Kespry, a California-based drone technology company, offers subscription-based autonomous drones for mining operations including coal, gold, and iron ore. The company's drones provide automated data collection for stockpile measurement, mine planning, and inventory management, with Peabody Energy as a notable customer achieving significant time savings across multiple coal operations.
Mining truck makeovers drive important conversations
SMS Equipment Inc. and KMC Mining have painted Komatsu mining trucks pink and blue to raise awareness for prostate cancer research, breast cancer research, and mental health awareness in the oil sands sector. The initiative aims to spark important health conversations among workers and reflects the companies' commitment to community support beyond their core equipment services business.
Mining truck makeovers drive important conversations
SMS Equipment Inc. and KMC Mining have painted two Komatsu mining trucks pink and blue with health awareness slogans to promote conversations about prostate cancer, breast cancer, and mental health in the mining sector. The initiative aims to encourage workers to prioritize health screening and open dialogue about wellness issues.
SMS Equipment Inc. announces Williams Lake branch move
SMS Equipment Inc. announced the relocation of its Williams Lake, BC branch to a larger 8,000 square foot facility on a 1.5-acre lot. The move provides expanded warehouse storage, yard space, and office capacity to support growth in serving construction, forestry, and mining equipment customers.
Globalstar announces the release of Sat-Fi2, the world’s most advanced satellite hotspot
Globalstar has launched the Sat-Fi2, a portable satellite Wi-Fi hotspot priced at $649.99 CAD that connects up to eight devices for communications beyond cellular coverage. The device targets industries including oil and gas, mining, forestry, and construction that operate in remote locations where reliable connectivity is critical for safety and operations.
SIMSA connects buyers and sellers
SIMSA, representing 160 Saskatchewan companies supplying mining and energy sectors, has grown membership 120% in 14 months through successful roundtable events connecting local suppliers with major buyers like PotashCorp. The organization focuses on keeping resource sector spending within the province through strategic networking and educational opportunities.
Wastewater treatment in remote geography and extreme environments ––Filterboxx meets this challenge
Filterboxx Water and Environmental Corporation provides modular wastewater treatment solutions for remote mining and energy camps across Canada and the U.S. The company's systems can handle camps from 100-300 people with mobile units, and up to 3,000 people with larger installations, operating 24/7 with certified operators.
Statement from Minister of Jobs, Trade and Technology on exemption from American steel and aluminum
BC Minister Bruce Ralston welcomed President Trump's decision to exempt Canada from new US tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum exports. The exemption protects over 1,000 jobs in BC's aluminum and steel industries, with Canada being the top supplier of these materials to the US market.
PDAC 2018 Convention exceeds 25,000 attendees
The PDAC 2018 Convention in Toronto exceeded 25,000 attendees, reaching 25,606 participants from over 125 countries, signaling a recovery and renewed confidence in the mineral exploration and mining industry. The event featured sold-out exhibitor space and hosted the International Mines Ministers Summit with 26 mining ministers.
BC Mining Month—“Mining Our Future”
The Mining Association of British Columbia has expanded its annual Mining Week to become Mining Month for the entire month of May, themed 'Mining Our Future' to highlight the industry's role in clean technology transition. The initiative includes community events across the province to educate about mining's contribution to electric vehicles and renewable energy infrastructure.
Who are the unsung heroes? The importance of suppliers to the mining industry
The Mining Suppliers Association of B.C. represents over 1,000 companies that generated $2.7 billion of B.C.'s $8.9 billion total mining economic output in 2010. MSABC members are driving innovation across mining technology, from water treatment to battery-powered underground vehicles, while contributing to community initiatives like raising $325,000 for BC Children's Hospital through Mining for Miracles.
Getting groceries to site: Sysco Edmonton knows what it takes
Sysco Edmonton specializes in delivering food supplies to remote mining and energy work sites across Northern Alberta and the Northwest Territories, navigating extreme temperature variations and seasonal transportation challenges. The company achieves 25% cost savings by using ice roads during their February-March window compared to air transport, while maintaining food safety and quality standards for remote camp operations.
Innovation is alive and well at Kal Tire Mining Group
Kal Tire Mining Group has developed four innovative tools to improve safety and productivity for mining tire technicians, including a Gravity Assist System, Ram Mounts, Lock Ring Lifter and Spreader, and Power Cart. The innovations address fatigue and safety risks associated with servicing massive mining truck tires that weigh 5,454 kilograms each and cost $75,000 per tire.
Watson Gloves is celebrating 100 years in business
Watson Gloves, a Canadian manufacturer of industrial safety gloves, is celebrating its 100th anniversary under third-generation CEO Martin Moore. The company's Storm Trooper line accounts for 60% of production and is widely used in mining, oil and gas operations across Canada, with Imperial Oil being a major customer in Northern Alberta.
Register now: 2018 Vancouver Resource Investment Conference (VRIC18)
The 2018 Vancouver Resource Investment Conference will take place January 21-22, 2018 at the Vancouver Convention Centre West. The conference, co-produced by Cambridge House International and Katusa Research, is billed as the world's largest resource investment conference with 250+ exhibitors, 60+ speakers, and 8,000+ expected investors focusing on the clean energy transition's impact on mining demand.
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