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Rio Tinto’s Mine of the Future program tests advanced technologies for surface and underground mining, exploration and mineral recoveryRio Tinto is testing new techniques for underground drifting, mineral exploration and improved recovery of ore in its latest push to develop competitive advantage through its Mine of the FutureTM program. Read more RTM & Mitsui receive roadheader contract from Southland/Tutor PeriniRTM Equipment is pleased to announce that Mitsui Miike Machinery Company of Japan has been awarded the contract to supply a Mitsui Miike S200MA, Low Profile, Explosion Proof Roadheader to Southland/Tutor Perini JV for tunnel excavation at their New Irvington Water Tunnel Project. Minera Panama S.A. to re-size Metso’s supply of grinding equipment for the Cobre Panama projectMinera Panama S.A. has revised the original 2008 purchase of Metso grinding mills for the Cobre Panama project and has confirmed the resizing of mills. Read more Gekko sells 100th InLine Leach ReactorGekko Systems announced the sale of its 100th InLine Leach Reactor Unit (ILR). The sale marks not only an impressive milestone for intensive cyanidation but also the first sale into Brazil for Gekko, the company states. The sale of the ILR to Mineracao Caraiba was signed off by Nigel Grigg, Manager of Gekko’s Santiago office, which is still in its first year of operation. Metso to supply minerals processing equipment and services to Russian copper companyMetso will supply minerals processing equipment and services to Russian copper company ZAO (RMK) for its copper operation in Chelyabinskya region in southwestern Russia. The service contract is for over 6 years and includes a team of more than 130 Metso on-site personnel and service parts supply. The complete value of the order is approximately EUR 200 million. ABB acquires MincomABB has recently agreed to acquire Mincom to broaden its software portfolio and establish the Group as a leader in enterprise asset management (EAM) software and services. ABB is acquiring the Brisbane, Australia-based company from Francisco Partners, a private equity group that invests in technology businesses, for an undisclosed sum. Read more Featured Supplier News: Join MRS at a 2011 Event Near You!Mine Radio Systems celebrates its 25th this year with more than 400 installations at mining and tunneling sites in over 50 countries. Consider visiting — a live product demo will be presented at these trade shows Mine Site Technologies continues expansionMine Site Technologies has experienced rapid and ongoing growth in all of its primary global markets. In support of the continuation of this trend MST has recently added several key personnel to its global operations. MST is pleased to announce the following persons have joined the MST team: Metso to supply a single tandem rotary railcar dumper to AustraliaMetso will supply a single tandem rotary railcar dumper to Hamersley Iron Pty Ltd for its Cape Lambert, Port B iron ore operation in North Western Australia. The value of the order was not disclosed. The order is included in Mining and Construction Technology’s Q1 2011 orders received. Ritchie Bros. 2010 earnings: $65.9 millionIndustrial equipment auctioneer Ritchie Bros. Inc. announced net earnings for the year ended Dec. 31, 2010 of $65.9 million, or $0.62 per diluted share, and adjusted net earnings of $65.2 million, or $0.61 per diluted share. US$45M Fresnillo contract awarded to Atlas CopcoAtlas Copco has received one of the largest ever contracts for its Construction and Mining division. Mexico’s silver-mining company Fresnillo plc has ordered underground drill rigs for production and rock reinforcement, and loading-haulage equipment, valued at US$45 million. Read more Optimizing Inventory Management for Maximum Asset PerformanceIn today’s competitive global economy, forward-thinking companies in asset-intensive industries such as mining understand that parts management and inventory optimization play an important role in an organization’s success. |
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