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Epiroc finds a safe solution to combat supply chain issues
When Alkane’s Tomingley gold mine needed new machinery to better suit its underground operations, original equipment manufacturer Epiroc delivered.
May 12, 2022 0 comment
A safer workforce through sustainability
With Australia pledging its commitment to zero emissions by 2050, the nation’s mining sector has moved quickly to find sustainable solutions. An additional bonus of this move could include the health and safety of the workforce.
May 2, 2022 0 comment
Long-awaited 2021 Prospect Awards winners announced
Roy Hill’s iron ore mine in the Pilbara has taken home Australian Mine of the Year at the 2021 Prospect Awards after the awards night took place in Brisbane on Thursday. Yancoal won Coal Mine of the Year for the second year in a row, with the Yarrabee coal mine in Queensland’s Bowen Basin honoured … Continue reading Long-awaited 2021 Prospect Awards winners announced
March 18, 2022 0 comment
Epiroc developing autonomous mine solutions
NEXGEN SIMS is a consortium of partners including Epiroc that aims to demonstrate working autonomous processes in real mining environments.
February 28, 2022 0 comment
Charging towards better battery operations
With a global shift towards decarbonisation, original equipment manufacturer Epiroc is at the forefront of providing battery electric solutions for the mining and resources industry.
January 23, 2022 0 comment
Epiroc autonomy reduces major hazard exposure at Cadia
Newcrest and Epiroc have collaborated in converting Panel Cave 1 at Cadia East gold mine into a semi-autonomous integrated production level.
December 13, 2021 0 comment
New Epiroc drill rig a game changer for safety
Epiroc has launched its new Boltec M10 and Boltec E10 drill rigs, two machines set to boost rock reinforcement and safety on mine sites.
September 17, 2021 0 comment
OZ Minerals joins Epiroc to deliver electric mining project
Epiroc has spearheaded a new project that encourages safety, electrification and automation of mining operations.
May 17, 2021 0 comment
Electrification drives safer, streamlined operations
State of Play’s Electric Mine Consortium has coalesced several facets of mining to encourage an emission-free and safer future for the industry. Nickolas Zakharia writes.
May 17, 2021 0 comment
Epiroc programs safety into Boomer M20 drill rig
Epiroc has unveiled the Boomer M20 multi-role drill rig after an extensive collaboration with customers and real-world testing.
March 18, 2021 0 comment
Epiroc leads mining towards fully autonomous drilling
Epiroc is continuing the automation journey it started a decade ago by developing more systems that make drilling operations safer and reduce the risk of injury.
March 17, 2021 0 comment
Orica, Epiroc unveil prototype system for first stages of underground automation
Orica and Epiroc are set to commission the Avatel explosives delivery system to help the underground mining sector remove workers from high risk areas.
March 17, 2021 0 comment
Vale boosts safety with Epiroc battery agreement
Epiroc has inked a deal with Vale to supply its batteries as a service (BaaS) agreement, eliminating the risks surrounding battery installation and removal on mine sites.
July 13, 2020 0 comment
Epiroc, ASI Mining to automate Roy Hill haul trucks
Roy Hill is putting safety first at the Pilbara iron ore mine by signing a contract with Epiroc and ASI Mining to automate its mixed fleet of Hitachi and Cat haul trucks.
February 14, 2020 0 comment
Epiroc, Orica to develop semi-automated explosives system
Orica and Epiroc are working to bring automated blasting to mines by 2020, as they join forces to develop a semi-automated explosives delivery system.
November 15, 2019 0 comment
Machinery innovation aims to enhance underground environment
International equipment manufacturers and Australian companies alike are showing their commitment to changing the underground mining environment.
September 25, 2019 0 comment
Sector leaders weigh in on mining prospects
Now in its sixteenth year, the Australian Mining Prospect Awards evening is considered the Oscars of the Australian mining industry.
September 16, 2019 0 comment
Prospect Awards arrive in Queensland
The Australian Mining Prospect Awards will take place in Brisbane for the first time in 2019 to recognise the mining industry’s biggest night of the year.
July 26, 2019 0 comment
A revolutionary approach to drilling
Drilling activities will always demand due care and attention but technology is helping to make things safer for operators in numerous ways. Safe to Work reports.
June 25, 2019 0 comment
Epiroc product manager Jaco Naude discusses what inspires him
Epiroc creates a work environment that demonstrates its core values of innovation, collaboration and commitment for all employees.
February 4, 2019 0 comment