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A new a $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill aims to create jobs across the U.S. by spending billions of dollars in key areas like transportation, broadband, and utilities. Not only will copper be needed for the electric vehicle push and associated infrastructure, but it will also be required for the new wiring and internet access initiatives in the bill as well, and Three Valley Copper has just what the market needs at just the right time.

Although mine worker fatalities and fatality incidence rates in North America are trending downwards, collisions still pose a significant threat to the safety of mines. This week’s Blog from Provix Inc. takes a look at their solutions that aim to keep workers safe from unnecessary workplace accidents.

Whether for accumulated oil in equipment wash water or rainwater drainage, mining operations depend on cost-effective, well-designed oil removal solutions. This week’s Blog from Oil Skimmers, Inc. discusses the solutions available to recycle and reuse water, and save your mining operations money.

Worksites can be dangerous places. The potential for deaths and injuries caused by moving plant machinery and equipment should not be underestimated. This week’s blog from Warren Di Marco, a vehicle safety expert at Brigade Electronics Canada, discusses the most appropriate safety devices and what to consider when choosing vehicle safety technology for off-road vehicles.

Canadian mining operators have a big challenge – to operate sustainably in a business environment that is seeing price increases, tighter government regulations, an increasing carbon tax and a soon-to-be-implemented low carbon fuel standard. This week’s Blog from Finning Canada takes a look how innovation is driving sustainability in mining, as well as increasing productivity and improving safety.

Cybercrime is a leading problem that many businesses have to face, some faster than they had planned. And the mining industry is not immune. This week’s Blog takes a look at the issue and explains the extreme importance of having a cyber program in place for your operations.

While cameras have become a mainstay in both vehicles and equipment, Provix has introduced a system that provides an additional safety measure by adding radar to detect any object in the radar field of view. This week’s Blog takes a look at Provix’s latest technology and how it makes your worksite safer.

The Coal Association of Canada (CAC) will be holding its annual conference NOVEMBER 30 to DECEMBER 2, 2021, at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, in Vancouver, British Columbia. Come and gain a broader understanding of the Canadian and global coal industry from Canadian and internationally renowned industry leaders, analysts and experts, panel discussions and fellow delegates, renew business connections and forge new relationships, and benefit from a variety of sponsorship packages to connect with key audiences!

Miners work with their hands and want to be sure their ‘tools’ are kept as safe as possible, leaving each day with as many fingers as they arrived with. This week’s Blog from Superior Glove explores what you need to consider when choosing the best impact-resistant hand protection for your team.

For mining, efficiency means profitability, and is based in the equipment that ties it all together. This is especially true for trailers, a vital piece of equipment for any operation, no matter the size. This week’s Blog from Philippi-Hagenbuch looks at the various lowboy options available, and how different choices can impact your operation’s overall efficiency.
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