Metso’s board of directors appointed Sami Takaluoma as the company’s new president and CEO. He will assume his duties on Nov. 1. Current president and CEO, Pekka Vauramo, will continue with the Finnish global quarrying and mining equipment major as per his contract until the end of 2024, ensuring a smooth transition of responsibilities. Takaluoma has been with Metso since…
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Metso Acquires Diamond Z, Screen Machine
Metso has signed an agreement to acquire Diamond Z and Screen Machine Industries from Crane Group, an Ohio-based family-owned investment company. Diamond Z increases Metso’s offering in mobile equipment for the organic recycling markets. Screen Machine Industries broadens Metso’s portfolio in the North American mobile crushing and screening markets. Together, the companies employ approximately 190 people with locations in Caldwell,…
Read MoreMetso Launches ‘Breakthrough Hydrocyclone Technology’
Metso introduced the newest member of its MHC hydrocyclones product family, the MHCTM CB (curved bottom). This new hydrocyclone is designed for superior particle separation with increased unit capacity and coarser cut sizes while minimizing the fines bypass.
Read MoreCrushing and Breaking
Mobile Productivity, New Systems, Solving Producer Challenges and More. By Mark S. Kuhar Aggregates producers are always looking at the latest product innovations and improvements. Here are some of the latest developments in the areas of crushing and breaking. KleemannThe intuitive SPECTIVE operating concept from Kleemann contributes significantly to efficient operability of the Kleemann crushing plants. The mobile application SPECTIVE…
Read MoreMetso Introduces XM Series to Enhance Crushing Performance
Metso is launching the XM Series, a highly advanced premium crushing solution that combines intelligence, durability and lifetime value with a new digital package, resilient engineering and unmatched warranties. The groundbreaking Metso XM Series crushing solution designed for demanding mining applications is built to take crushing performance beyond the conventional.
Read MoreMetso Presents Innovations, Technologies at AGG1
Metso introduced the latest unit to the Nordberg HPe crusher series at AGG1, of which the first crusher, Nordberg HP200e, was launched last year. The Nordberg HPe crushers are engineered to meet the varying and constantly increasing performance needs of the aggregates and mining industries. The new Nordberg HP350e offers enhanced performance, easier and safer maintenance, and a series of…
Read MoreMetso Launches Remote Process Control for Lokotrack Crushers, Screens
Metso offers intelligent crushing and screening with a new software application called Metso Remote IC. The new Metso Remote IC is used for remote control and monitoring of the crushing and screening process, and it connects wirelessly all the Lokotrack crushers and screens at the site. With the Metso Remote IC app, the operator can view all the Lokotrack train…
Read MoreMetso Inaugurates New Screening Media Factory in Mexico
Metso celebrated the inauguration of its screening media factory in Irapuato, Mexico, on Jan. 17. The new factory will significantly increase Metso’s supply and delivery capabilities for mining and aggregates customers in North and Central America. The screening media center employs 46 people and is located on a more than 9,000-sq.-meter lot. The new screening media factory uses advanced and…
Read MoreMetso Expands Arizona Service Center
Metso is expanding its service center in Mesa, Ariz., to support the growing needs of mining customers, primarily in the copper segment, which plays a crucial role in supporting a responsible energy transition. In addition to expanding its service and repair capabilities, a cutting-edge training center will be built to continue to improve competence development in the region. “We are…
Read MoreMetso to Launch Lokotrack EC Range at Lokolaunch in Spring 2024
The first products of Metso’s new diesel-electric range of Lokotrack crushers and screens will be launched in spring 2024. The launch event, called Lokolaunch, will take place at the Nokia Arena in Tampere, Finland, on May 14-16, 2024, and it will be the biggest aggregates customer event of the year. The new track mounted Lokotrack range, called EC range, is…
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