Potential applications for the robot developed by Boston Dynamics are investigated and the mining industry is a field where this robot could be used in search and rescue activities.  

Sandvik presented the maneuverability of its loader in a glass labyrinth as an example of the current state of automation in underground mining.  

Komatsu introduced a fully autonomous haul truck at Minexpo 2016 in Las Vegas Convention Center.

Goldcorp and Interra Gold Corp. introduced the technology oriented #DisruptMining expo where applicants will get the chance to present their business ideas and technologies to the top mining companies. Click here for more information.

The tires of haul trucks used in mining are an important cost driver and therefore their maintenance and repair operations are critical for availability. This is a video about how these tires are repaired.

KOMATSU is planning to introduce its new haul truck that can operate and dump material in both directions with any maneuvering at Mine Expo 2016. Click here for further information. The specifications of the truck are as follows: Nominal Gross Vehicle Weight: 416 metric tons Nominal Payload: 230 metric tons Gross power output: 2014kW (2700HP) Maximum Speed: 64Km/h […]

Draglines have been the flagship of surface mining for many years challenged by the frequent maintenance requirements and complexity in diagnostics. The company Flanders provides AC and DC upgrades in mining for better accuracy, productivity, and safety. Click here for more information.

Amazon’s Dash Button, made available in 2015, just got updated to become suitable for programming virtually anything. Mining industry can benefit from such technology to improve productivity and safety on site.  

Mine equipment simulation has become an essential part of operator training at modern mines. Especially underground mines benefit from simulation to improve efficiency and safety of operation.

    Mining is an equipment intensive industry where operators play a major role in production. Fatigue monitoring systems aim to reduce accidents and maintenance costs without any wearable technology.