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The best bits of the AME Roundup
The AME Roundup 2017 took place January 23-27 in Vancouver, attracting 6,000 participants from over 40 countries under the theme 'Gearing up for Discovery'. The event featured exhibits, core displays, drilling demonstrations, and executive interviews in the mining exploration sector.
Encanto Potash finalizes massive deal with India’s National Federation of Farmers
Encanto Potash Corp has finalized a historic 20-year offtake agreement with India's National Federation of Farmers to supply a minimum of 5 million tonnes per year of muriate of potash. The deal addresses India's food security concerns and 100% reliance on potash imports, while advancing Encanto's flagship Muskowekwan project in Saskatchewan in partnership with Muskowekwan First Nation.
Teck Trail announces $174 million for new acid plant
Teck announced a $174 million investment in a new acid plant at its Trail Operations in BC, expected to be operational by summer 2019. The plant will reduce SO2 emissions by an additional 5% and create approximately 160 construction jobs.
Goldcorp debuts “all-electric” mine—eliminates diesel usage
Goldcorp is developing Canada's first all-electric underground mine at its Borden Gold project, partnering with Sandvik Mining and MacLean Engineering to eliminate diesel usage. The initiative will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 5,000 tons of CO2 annually and decrease ventilation requirements by 50%. The first battery-powered equipment is scheduled to begin operations in the second half of 2017.
Magnetite to be shipped by truck from Montana to Elk Valley coal mines
Magnetite from Mexico and South America will be shipped via a new rail-truck route from Montana to Teck's Elk Valley coal mines in BC. The route uses BNSF Railroad to Montana, then Mission Mountain Railroad to Fortine, followed by trucking 80 miles to the Canadian border. This replaces direct CPR rail transport that experienced delays in the interchange process.
A troubleshooting tool
Fastec Imaging's TS5 high-speed handheld camera is designed specifically for analyzing mining and blasting operations through slow-motion replay. The camera can capture high-definition video at up to 1,650 frames per second and starts at $13,000 for the base model.
SPOTech provides innovative tire solutions
BKT has developed SPOTech (Satellite Performance Optimization Technology) that uses GPS imagery, accelerometers, and cameras to analyze mining truck efficiency and optimize tire performance on haul roads. The technology has helped one client identify a road bump that was costing $11 million per year in reduced operational efficiency. BKT has applied this productivity analysis technology across various Canadian mining operations including coal, diamond, and uranium mines.
LNG becoming increasingly popular in powering the mining industry
LNG is gaining momentum as a power source in the mining industry, with multiple companies piloting LNG-powered haul trucks and power generation systems. Teck Coal is leading Canadian adoption with six LNG haul trucks, while several major mining companies are implementing LNG solutions to reduce emissions and operating costs.
A new, cost-efficient compact hybrid system for solar–diesel microgrids targets the Mining Industry
Danvest and Pon Power launched a new Compact series of solar-diesel hybrid power systems specifically targeting the mining industry. The plug-and-play systems deliver 30-40% annual fuel savings and can run on 100% solar power during peak radiation periods with diesel generators providing spinning reserve.
Tennis Building by Legacy Building Solutions named USTA outstanding facility
Legacy Building Solutions received recognition when the Oklahoma City Tennis Center they constructed was named a USTA Outstanding Facility Award winner in the Large Facility category. The company built a 125-foot by 300-foot fabric structure indoor tennis center with six regulation courts in less than 30 days.
Canada Carbon to explore testing of thermally upgraded graphite for X-energy’s Xe-100 Reactor Series
Canada Carbon Inc. is in discussions with X-energy to supply thermally upgraded graphite for testing in nuclear fuel pebbles for the Xe-100 reactor series. X-energy received a $53 million US Department of Energy partnership to develop their high-temperature gas-cooled reactor program. Canada Carbon is preparing 12 kg of its high-purity Miller graphite for the testing program.
K-Line Trailers begins production of next set of Dual Powered Road Trains
K-Line Trailers has begun production on its third and fourth Dual Powered Road Trains for an international mining corporation's Canadian operation. The innovative 190-foot road trains can transport 216 metric tonnes on grades up to 10%, representing some of the highest long-distance payloads in North American mining.
Alaska Structures to showcase TSX-Series fabric structures at MINExpo 2016
Alaska Structures is showcasing their TSX-Series portable fabric buildings at MINExpo 2016 in Las Vegas. These durable, portable structures are designed specifically for mining workforce housing and camp systems, offering advantages over traditional tents and permanent buildings.
The Halo Light guides the way
Illumagear's Halo Light is a safety lighting system that mounts on hard hats to provide 360-degree illumination for industrial workers. The device offers 276 lumens of light, 12-hour battery life, and visibility up to a quarter-mile away to enhance workplace safety.
Global mining sector prepares to meet with renewable energy leaders in Toronto
Energy and Mines World Congress brings together over 40 senior mining leaders with renewable energy experts in Toronto on November 21-22, 2016. The event focuses on collaboration between mining and renewables to reduce energy costs and carbon exposure, featuring case studies from global mining operators including Goldcorp, Barrick Gold, and Newmont.
Vancouver-area company named electric and hybrid supplier of the year
Corvus Energy, a Richmond-based company, won the Electric and Hybrid Marine Awards supplier of the year for the second consecutive year and launched its new Orca ESS product line for heavy-duty industrial marine applications. The company secured new contracts for Norwegian vessels and partnered with LG Chem to reduce battery costs.
Marcotte Mining reaches new heights in underground mining
Sudbury-based Marcotte Mining has developed the UHL6000 Ultra High Lift Carrier, an innovative scissor lift that reaches 20 feet in height for underground mining operations. The custom solution was designed and delivered in just 10 weeks for client Cementation, featuring enhanced safety systems and specialized capabilities for tunnel service installation.
Liquid Integrity Systems leak detecting technology
Liquid Integrity Systems has developed autonomous leak detection technology for waste storage facility liners that provides real-time monitoring and notifications. The system is solar-powered, wireless, and can be installed in 2-3 days without major site modifications. The technology aims to minimize environmental damage from liner failures in mining and industrial waste storage facilities.
Caterpillar introduces “The Age of Smart Iron” digital technology
Caterpillar CEO Doug Oberhelman unveiled 'The Age of Smart Iron' digital technology strategy at bauma 2016, showcasing Cat Connect Technology solutions including LINK, GRADE, COMPACT, and PAYLOAD systems. The company has 400,000 connected assets and aims to create a unified data platform across all equipment and devices to improve customer productivity, safety and profitability.
Self-Unloaders 101: new CSL video explains how self-unloading ships work
The CSL Group released an educational video explaining how self-unloading ships work, showcasing their gravity-fed discharge systems. CSL is the world's largest owner and operator of self-unloading vessels, handling 76 million tonnes of cargo annually across global markets including construction, steel, energy and agri-food sectors.
Worker fatigue a danger in mineral exploration
AME BC highlighted worker fatigue as a serious safety concern in mineral exploration, particularly at remote work sites. Fatigue Science CEO Sean Kerklaan presented technology to measure and manage worker fatigue, noting that 60-65% of mining truck accidents are fatigue-related.
Terrapure Environmental acquires leading industrial dredging business In Eastern Canada
Terrapure Environmental has acquired Consolidated Giroux Environment Inc., an industrial dredging company based in New Brunswick that has served mining, municipal, and pulp and paper sectors since 1972. The acquisition expands Terrapure's onsite environmental services capacity across Canada and strengthens its position in the mining sector through access to Giroux's specialized equipment and experienced workforce.
Karnalyte Resources Inc. announces agreement in principle for $700m US financing for potash mine
Karnalyte Resources Inc. announced an agreement in principle for $700 million US financing for its potash mine project. This represents a significant funding milestone for the Calgary-based company's potash development efforts.
Tesla co-founder and CTO JB Straubel to share his energy vision with innovators at Discovery 2016
Tesla co-founder and CTO JB Straubel will keynote Ontario Centres of Excellence's Discovery 2016 conference on May 9-10 in Toronto, discussing energy innovation and clean technology business opportunities. The event coincides with OCE's new $74 million Cleantech Innovation Initiative on behalf of the Ontario government.
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