Tag: Equipment
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Ionic Mechatronics: Engineering the Solutions Mining Didn’t Know Existed
In mining, the toughest challenges show up as production bottlenecks, safety incidences, labour shortages, or processes that ‘have always been done this way.’ Solving those problems requires integration – a space where Ionic Mechatronics has built its reputation. This week’s Blog the combination of controls, mechanical systems, electrical systems, hydraulics, robotics, and software that Ionic…
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Controlling Carryback at Conveyor Transfer Points
Dust and carryback from belt conveyor discharge points are an ongoing problem for bulk handling operations. This week’s Blog from Martin Engineering shows how taking a holistic approach with several components working in tandem helps extend equipment life, improve safety, and address the root causes of inefficiency and downtime that reduce production and raise the…
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Thermal Video Monitoring in Mines: Catch Problems Before They Catch You by Surprise
Mining operations run on one fundamental truth: downtime costs money – a lot of money. This week’s Blog from Opticom Tech shows us how thermal video monitoring catches issues early to help avoid expensive downtime and catastrophic failures.
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Engineering Local Solutions, Globally: TAKRAF Group’s Commitment to Canada’s Mining Future
In 2025, TAKRAF Group proudly marks its 300th anniversary – a remarkable milestone that speaks to the company’s ability to adapt and innovate in a constantly evolving industry. This week’s Blog looks at the company’s significant history, as well as its future serving the Canadian market.
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GembaPro: Bridging the Heavy Equipment Training Gap with Innovative Solutions
The mining sector is grappling with a significant and costly challenge: the hidden costs of operator skill gaps. The root cause of these costs often lies in undertrained and inexperienced operators who lack the knowledge needed to properly operate and maintain equipment backfiring in a number of ways. This week’s Blog from GembaPro dicusses their…
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Avoid Tanking Risks: Innovative Water Tanks Minimize Financial and Safety Risks
Successful mining managers know multiple factors contribute to their profitability, from minimizing their trucks’ cycle times to ensuring their crew’s safety. Even support equipment, such as water trucks, can’t escape their analysis – or at least they shouldn’t. This week’s Blog from Philippi-Hagenbuch Inc. how equipment operators haul and apply water to significantly impact their…
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Five Mining Equipment Products to Increase Productivity While Managing Costs
In today’s mining industry, having access to high-performance, cutting-edge equipment is crucial for success. However, the cost of acquiring heavy machinery can often be prohibitive. The good news is that there are avenues to help. This week’s Blog from Agile Solutions gives us the top five mining equipment products that can be financed, to help companies increase their…
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How Financing Options Can Drive Sales for Equipment Companies
Heavy equipment, such as excavators, bulldozers, and mining machinery, represents a substantial investment for businesses. By providing accessible and flexible payment solutions, heavy equipment companies can significantly increase their sales, reach a broader customer base, and build long-term relationships with clients. This week’s Blog explores how companies that embrace flexible financing solutions will be well-positioned to…
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Reducing Maintenance with Polyurethane Pipes: Superior Abrasion Resistance and Lighter than Steel
For mining operations, special attention to piping is needed to keep and maintain operations flowing. It is not uncommon for metal pipes to leak or break due to significant wear and damage over time, and maintenance managers often anticipate that their metal pipes would need replacing sooner rather than later. This week’s Blog from Redwood Plastics and Rubber showcases an option wrapped…
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How Plastic Solutions Increase Safety in Mining Operations
From harsh weather conditions to dangerous machinery, mining can be a dangerous job and operations must be able to overcome many unique safety challenges that change on a daily basis. Composite and industrial plastic materials may hold the solution. This week’s Blog from Redwood Plastics and Rubber explores how plastic solutions can increase the safety…