In 2013, Zambia was the sixth largest producer of copper with 800,000 tons increasing from 572,793 tons production in 2008. It has been projected that copper production in Zambia will reach 1,500,000 tons by the year 2018 due to new projects. The mining contribution of Zambia to the Gross DomesticContinue Reading
First Quantum Minerals has awarded an order to Metso Outotec for two very large horizontal grinding mills for the company’s copper mine expansion in Zambia. The value of the order, which is not disclosed, has been booked in the Canadian miner’s Q2 2022 orders received. Metso Outotec’s delivery includes two Planet PositiveContinue Reading
UK-headquartered multinational mining company Anglo American today launched a a prototype of the world’s largest hydrogen-powered mine haul truck in South Africa. The 2 megawatt (MW) hydrogen-battery hybrid truck generates more power than its diesel predecessor and is capable of carrying a 290-tonne (320-ton) payload. The truck includes a 1.2 MWh batteryContinue Reading
Suitable for pumping large quantities of dirty water, the heavy duty Grindex Mega pump is often referred to as the workhorse of pump dewatering. This is because apart from being known for its high reliability, durability and dependability, this pump can handle abrasive particles with ease. Integrated Pump Technology isContinue Reading
Atlas Copco Power Technique complements its superior quality, reliable and efficient portable LED, metal halide, electric and battery-driven light tower range with an outstanding after-market service solution. The construction industry is faced with several challenges, from potential fines if deadlines are not met and keeping operational costs as low asContinue Reading
According to SKF/Lincoln’s Application & Export Sales Engineer, Donatien Makopo, this was a new project for SKF/Lincoln. “We are extremely proud of the fact that our first compactor refuse truck lubrication installation impressed not one but two customers, a renowned truck manufacturer as well as a prominent crane builder.” MakopoContinue Reading
The success of an automatic lubrication system installed by SKF/Lincoln on two refuse compactor trucks resulted in increased uptime, machine availability and personnel safety, urging the satisfied customers to call for the same lube solution on three more trucks. According to SKF/Lincoln’s Application & Export Sales Engineer, Donatien Makopo, thisContinue Reading
Menzel Elektromotoren has designed and manufactured three powerful 6600 V squirrel cage motors as integral components for pit fans. The customer specified cylindrical motor casings as compact as possible. The greatest challenge was to implement the required rated power of 1700 kW in cylindrical casings. Menzel therefore designed fin-cooled motorsContinue Reading
First Quantum Minerals has recorded a 2,180 decrease in its copper production at its Kansanshi Mine in Solwezi for the second quarter of 2022. Kansanshi’s copper production was 39,719 tonnes, while the company’s copper production at its Sentinel mine in Kalumbila of 52,447 tonnes was on target. Combined production fromContinue Reading
Premium Nickel Resources Ltd. is pleased to announce the completion of its acquisition of the nickel, copper, cobalt, platinum-group elements (“Ni-Cu-Co-PGE”) Selkirk Mine in Botswana, together with associated infrastructure and four surrounding prospecting licences formerly operated by Tati Nickel Mining Company (“TNMC”). The acquisition was completed pursuant to the Company’s previously-announcedContinue Reading
