Trimble and GroundProbe, part of Orica Digital Solutions specializing in real-time solutions for measuring and monitoring geohazards, have announced a new collaboration. Instead of working through various suppliers to gain guidance on technology solutions, this joint effort will enable geotechnical mine monitoring customers to purchase a comprehensive slope stability monitoring portfolio from a single point of contact. GroundProbe customers can…
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Dyno Nobel Introduces New Shock-Resistant Electronic Detonators
Dyno Nobel continues to expand its electronic detonator line with its new DigiShot XR series designed with extreme shock resistance. The series includes three detonators: DigiShot XR, DigiShot Plus XR, and DigiShot Plus XRS.
Read MoreMid-Class Sandvik DR411i Bolsters Intelligent Rotary Blasthole Drill Range
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions introduced its Sandvik DR411i rotary blasthole drill rig at MINExpo. The compact, mid-class drill delivers high productivity for both rotary and down-the-hole (DTH) production blast holes. Sandvik DR411i supports a hole diameter range of 6 3/4 to 10 5/8 in. (170 to 270 mm) and comes equipped with the full suite of Sandvik i-Series technology,…
Read MoreCaterpillar, Thiess, WesTrac Collaborate on Autonomous Drilling
In April, Caterpillar, Thiess and WesTrac officials gathered at the Mt. Arthur South coal mine in New South Wales, Australia, to celebrate a major autonomous milestone three years in the making. Leading global mining services provider Thiess surpassed 1 million meters autonomously drilled using Cat MineStar technologies installed on a Cat MD6250 and two Cat MD6310 drills. Currently with Thiess…
Read MoreNormet Unveils Advanced Explosives Charging, Scaling, Rock Breaking Solutions
Normet, announced the launch of its latest equipment designed to enhance safety and efficiency in explosives charging, scaling, and rock breaking. “These new products are setting new industry standards, delivering improved productivity and increased safety for operations of all sizes,” the company stated. Normet unveiled two machines specifically engineered for the unique requirements of the U.S. aggregate mining industry, while…
Read MoreIME Offers New Safety Library Publication for Manufacturers
The Institute of Makers of Explosives (IME) announced the availability of a new safety library publication (SLP) for use by the commercial explosives industry.
Read MoreNelson Brothers Explosive Products Target Aggregates Industry
Nelson Brothers PowerNel emulsion products are powerful, reliable, safe and industry leaders in performance, according to the company. PowerNel emulsions are high quality and optimized for individual blasting applications. Nelson Brothers explosives emulsions are designed to provide the maximum performance in every rock type and in any condition. You can find the company at MINExpo in the West Hall, Booth…
Read MoreSandvik Offers DX910i Rig With Advanced Automation
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions offers the Ranger DX910i, the flagship model of the updated Ranger DXi rig family. The drill delivers the largest coverage area, superior hole size range, advanced automation, a versatile range of rock drills and completely new, unique and efficient rock tools. The Ranger DXi family is known for its superior drilling coverage area of 55…
Read MoreEpiroc Debuts the SmartROC T30 R Drill Rig
Epiroc is launching the SmartROC T30 R, a powerful, surface radio remote drill rig, built on the same flagship platform as newly released SmartROC T25 R. The construction and quarrying rig is equipped with the Epiroc Rig Control System (RCS), which enables the highest technology and automation level within the segment. Automated features together with 19-kW drilling power, an excellent…
Read MoreBME Hails Maturing Tech Solutions at Global Explosives Event
Companies in the blasting and explosives sector had opportunistically used the years of the Covid-19 pandemic to modernize and fine-tune their blasting technologies – a space where Omnia group company BME has been constructively investing for decades.
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