Tag: mining

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MSHA in transition mode as 2021 nears its end

November 18, 2021By and

Ogletree Deakins’ Bill Doran and Margo Lopez examine where we are with Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) enforcement, as well as what can be expected from the agency in 2022.

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High sides and a poor baffling design can cause round water tanks to be unstable. Square tanks, however, address these issues. The squared-off corners and a more sophisticated baffling system can prevent water from surging between compartments, delivering easier maintenance access through doors in the baffling, rather than cutouts. Photo: Philippi-Hagenbuch

Changing the conversation on maintenance costs

November 9, 2021By

Josh Swank with Philippi-Hagenbuch offers considerations mine managers should make to set their operation for years of success.

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IMA-NA mine safety award honorees revealed

September 21, 2021By

The Industrial Minerals Association – North America (IMA-NA) recognized seven organizations with its annual safety award.

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Fatal mine accidents approaching recent annual highs

September 20, 2021By

Mining fatalities this year are already approaching 2020’s total, and the year is only three-quarters complete.

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NMA presents Sentinels of Safety Awards at MINExpo

September 20, 2021By

The National Mining Association’s (NMA) annual Sentinels of Safety Awards recognize operations that excel in mine safety and technology. Find out who earned an award this year.

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NSSGA awards Barry K. Wendt Memorial Scholarship

September 16, 2021By

Kyle Ressler, a rising senior mining engineering major at the University of Kentucky, was named the recipient of the annual scholarship.

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FLSmidth acquiring thyssenkrupp mining business

September 3, 2021By

TK Mining, thyssenkrupp’s mining business, is present in 24 countries and employs about 3,400 people.

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MINExpo International 2021 exhibits will be available in the Las Vegas Convention Center’s North Hall, Central Hall and South Hall 1 and 2. (Photo: National Mining Association)

MINExpo International finally returns

September 1, 2021By

After COVID-19 forced the cancellation of 2020’s expo, the National Mining Association is looking for a return to normalcy in 2021.

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With ZXLink, Hitachi customers can access fleet insights from a web or mobile platform. Photo: Hitachi

Hitachi unveils ZXLink connectivity at no additional charge

August 16, 2021By

Hitachi Construction & Mining Division customers no longer need to renew their ZXLink connectivity service subscription. The company explains.

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