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OPERATION FOCUS: Cascavel
John Chadwick explains the excitement about Orinoco
Gold’s Cascavel, which has the potential to become on
of the world’s highest grade gold mines
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MINEXPO PREVIEW II
In the second of two preview articles leading up to the
MINExpo 2016 show in Las Vegas from September 2628, John Chadwick looks at more exhibitor news
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MINING ENERGY
John Chadwick considers traditional power systems
for mine sites and also notes the expected growth in
the use of and great potential for renewable energy
sources and power storage
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NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Paul Moore spoke to a number of the key players in
networks and communications solutions in both
underground and surface mining, to find out how
infrastructure is improving and how data is being
moved faster
108 PUMPS
John Chadwick looks at trends and new technologies in
pumps
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The Pilbara mine automation experiment is well and
truly validated, and has now moved on to being a
proven cost saver and part of day to day operation;
while in other areas, automation is also advancing,
including greater use of semi-autonomous options,
reports Paul Moore
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FUTURE MINES – SURFACE AUTOMATION
124 LINERS AND WEAR RESISTANCE
John Chadwick reviews some of the newest ideas and
technologies to keep components at their best
130 SCREENING MAINTENANCE
Duncan High, Processing Equipment Technology
Division Manager, Haver & Boecker examines the
lifetime costs of fabricated parts for vibrating screens
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132 MECHANISED COAL
John Chadwick examines the importance of good
communication in cutting coal more efficiently,
longwall automation and of course safety, among
other things
146 REMOTE SITES
Paul Moore reports on one of the largest mine service
contract awards in years, plus talked to some
specialised logistics and other service providers about
remote mine site jobs
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CHINESE TECHNOLOGY
Paul Moore looks at some of the market drivers and
trends for mining equipment suppliers in China, both
locally owned and joint ventures
156 MARINE MINING
Paul Moore reports how with actual equipment
deliveries, deep sea mining is stepping ever closer to
reality, though concerns about environmental and
other effects remain. New options are also being put
forward for nearshore and onshore mineral extraction
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COVER: Metso
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The MINExpo issue cover this month shows Metso’s Lokotrack LT160E in action at
Boral’s Peppertree quarry in Southeastern Australia. This fully mobile jaw crusher has a
nominal capacity up to 2,000 t/h in hard rock conditions. The machine feeds an
articulated Lokolink mobile conveying system which provides ultimate flexibility and
rapid relocation in the pit. See the machine in action on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/kWGXT4ua7B4. Don’t let conventional thinking stop you. Explore
the alternative with Metso In-the-Pit Solutions (ITPS) – an extensive product range
with capacities exceeding 9,000 t/h, local service and support. A complete solution
tailored for your mine, for your conditions, from concept to reality. Improved site
safety, reduced operational costs, lower emissions and less energy
#ConveyingTheFuture with Metso ITPS™ www.metso.com
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