Suppliers & Equipment Top Stories

New method allows for recovery of 100% of the silver in thin-film solar cells

An environmentally friendly process allows for the recovery of 100% of the silver and 85% of the indium contained in thin-film solar cells.

Staff Writer | May 3, 2023 | 6:06 am

Endeavour Mining gold makes it to the Met Gala

Headpiece, earrings and rings wore by co-host Michaela Coel were…

Staff Writer | May 2, 2023 | 6:51 am

Australian tech companies join forces to improve mine safety

GeoMoby and Digital Terrain partnered to apply real-time technology to…

Staff Writer | May 2, 2023 | 5:05 am

Bulgari Laguna blue diamond could fetch $28m in auction

The 11.16 carats fancy vivid blue diamond will go under…

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 2, 2023 | 4:53 am

Fortescue Metals begins magnetite production at Iron Bridge

After 20 years, 20 million work hours, delays and cost…

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 2, 2023 | 3:40 am

Why end-of-life Li-ion batteries need to be discharged

Upon decommissioning, lithium batteries still contain significant amounts of energy which can lead to safety problems for transportation, disposal and recycling.

Staff Writer | April 14, 2022 | 6:06 am

ABB wins production hoist order from OZ Minerals

The contract will help to ensure efficient processing performance and a long service life as part of an ongoing $400 million expansion at the Prominent Hill mine.

Staff Writer | April 13, 2022 | 8:54 am

Talon Metals expands exploration at Minnesota nickel project

The company holds a 51% interest in the Tamarack project, the only high-grade development-stage nickel project in the US.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 13, 2022 | 7:02 am

Ore-sand: a sustainable source of sand that reduces mine waste

Researchers propose the idea of separating and repurposing sand-like materials from mine waste before they are added to the garbage stream.

Staff Writer | April 13, 2022 | 6:06 am

MineHub, TradeWaltz to integrate blockchain platforms for mining & metals supply chains

Collaboration comes after a successful proof of concept with copper ore import from Sumitomo Corporation.

Staff Writer | April 12, 2022 | 12:35 pm

Polish mining equipment maker Famur to focus on ‘green’ sector

Company wants to explore new business areas including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, cogeneration, electromobility and smart grids.

Reuters | April 12, 2022 | 7:18 am

NORCAT partners with Vector Institute on AI training program

Partnership designed to provide technical training and talent resourcing to support the advancement of machine learning in the mining industry.

Staff Writer | April 12, 2022 | 6:00 am

Manganese plays key role in efficient reuse of industrial waste heat

Japanese researchers discovered that the use of manganese oxide is advantageous for industrial heat storage.

Staff Writer | April 11, 2022 | 5:05 am

Atalaya, Endesa X to build largest solar farm for a mining operation in Spain

The 50-MW solar facility will be located in the municipality of Minas de Riotinto, where Atalaya’s local subsidiary operates the historic Riotinto mine.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | April 10, 2022 | 11:34 am

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