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Image of boxes being packed to show that Sandvik is implementing sustainable packaging
Improving packaging sustainability
2nd December 2022

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions aims to achieve at least 90% material circularity in its operations for products, waste and packaging and says it is already taking steps to reduce all unnecessary... 


Sandvik wins large mining equipment order in the DRC
25th November 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

High-tech and global engineering group Sandvik has received a large mining equipment order from Chinese global mining services provider JCHX Mining Management for use at the Kamoa-Kakula copper and... 


Thando Makhoba, MD of Multotec Rubber
Thando Makhoba
25th November 2022 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

This week we profile Thando Makhoba, MD of Multotec Rubber, a mill-lining and rubber-wear products original-equipment manufacturer 


Image of two Caterpillar batteries for the off-highway industry
Lithium-ion batteries for off-highway equipment
4th November 2022

The development of a range of 48 V, 300 V, and 600 V batteries for the off-highway industry was recently announced. Caterpillar’s battery development programme aims to help third-party... 


An image of Sandvik's 18 tonne capacity battery electric LH581B underground loader
First 65t electric truck showcased at Electra
4th November 2022

Engineering company Sandvik showcased a glimpse of the ‘Future of Mining’ with its mining breakthrough in battery technology at its stand at this year’s Electra Mining Africa. The focus of Sandvik... 


Image of Sandvik's AutoMine concept underground drill
Underground drill deepens mining automation
3rd November 2022

A fully autonomous, twin-boom development drill rig capable of drilling without human interaction, is seen as a major step towards autonomous mining. The AutoMine concept underground drill is a... 


Image of Sandvik’s 65 t battery electric truck
World’s first 65t electric truck showcased
14th October 2022

Sandvik’s pioneering 65 t battery electric truck was recently on display at Electra Mining Africa. The 65 t TH665B battery electric vehicle (BEV) was introduced to the African market before being... 


AngloGold Ashanti CEO Alberto Calderon.
AngloGold targets 30% emissions reduction by 2030
12th October 2022 By: Martin Creamer

Gold mining company AngloGold Ashanti on Wednesday released a carbon emissions reduction target that aims to achieve a 30% absolute reduction in its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by... 


Mobile crusher offering impresses producer
7th October 2022

Copper producer Kazakhmys Corporation invested in engineering group Sandvik’s wheeled UJ300 crushing unit for its underground copper mining operations. As Kazakhmys was “very impressed” with the... 


Resources Watch
Resources Watch
29th September 2022

This week: World’s largest battery-electric mine truck heading for commercial availability in 2024 And, Women-owned company aims to revive SA’s phosphate industry after securing mining right 


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Harnessing momentum of economic recovery requires strong, efficient local govt – Ramaphosa
28th September 2022 By: Thabi Shomolekae

If government is to harness the momentum of economic recovery that new investments signal, local government must be strong, efficient, capable, and well-run. This was according to President Cyril... 


Rio approves underground mining at Kennecott
Rio approves underground mining at Kennecott
27th September 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Diversified miner Rio Tinto has approved a $55-million investment to start underground mining at the Kennecott copper operations, in Utah. The miner said on Tuesday that underground mining will... 


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Sandvik launches Khomanani facility
21st September 2022

Global mining and mineral processing equipment manufacturer Sandvik’s new high-tech head office facility, workshop and manufacturing complex was officially opened by President Cyril Ramaphosa on... 


Jakob Rutqvist, Sandvik VP strategy and commercial for battery and hybrid/electric-vehicles business unit of Sandvik Mining & Rock Solutions.
World’s largest battery-electric mine truck heading for commercial availability in 2024
21st September 2022 By: Martin Creamer

The world’s largest battery-electric truck for underground mining is on its way to becoming commercially available in 2024. Sandvik’s 65 t TH665B machine removes between 1 t and 2 t of carbon... 


Sandvik's new high-tech head office facility, workshop and manufacturing complex in Kempton Park, east of Johannesburg
Sandvik officially launches its new high-tech Khomanani manufacturing facility
9th September 2022 By: Shannon de Ryhove

Multinational mining and mineral processing equipment manufacturer Sandvik launched its new high-tech head office facility, workshop and manufacturing complex in Kempton Park, east of Johannesburg,... 


Ramaphosa to attend Sandvik manufacturing facility launch
8th September 2022 By: Schalk Burger

President Cyril Ramaphosa will attend the launch of the new Sandvik Khomanani manufacturing site, in Kempton Park, on September 9, the multinational mining and mineral processing equipment... 


Sandvik Southern Africa marketing manager Natalie Santiero
Sandvik to showcase ‘Future of Mining’ at Electra Mining
8th September 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

Global engineering company Sandvik Mining & Rock Solutions will have a major presence at this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, with its 385 m2 indoor stand introducing a ground-breaking... 


An image of part of the Sandvik TH665B
Sandvik launches zero-emission battery-electric underground mining truck in Africa
6th September 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Original-equipment manufacturer Sandvik on September 5 officially unveiled its 65-t-capacity zero-emission battery-electric truck, the Sandvik TH665B, at Electra Mining Africa in Johannesburg. The... 


PIC OF ESAB GM Chris Eibl
ESAB moving into new 5 000 m2 facility owing to significant growth
6th September 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

Welding company ESAB will be moving into its new state-of-the-art 5 000 m2 facility in November - a move that’s largely motivated by the company experiencing “significant growth” over the last four... 


A photo of Kwatani's equipment
Kwatani casts spotlight on innovation, digitalisation
6th September 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

In response to the innovation imperative in the mining sector, mining equipment manufacturer Kwatani will use Electra Mining Africa 2022 as the platform to cast the spotlight on its modern... 


SNEAK PEAK Sandvik will introduce its latest battery electric vehicle (BEV) to the African market. The new TH665B, with a 65-t payload, is the flagship of the company's expanding fleet of BEVs
Sandvik introduces its battery EV to African miners
22nd August 2022

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions will have a major presence at this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, with its 385 m2 indoor stand introducing a ground-breaking battery electric vehicle... 


An image of Sanvik Mining and Rock Solutions's electric concept for surface drilling
Electric concept rig showcased in Norway
15th July 2022

Global engineering company Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions in May demonstrated its electric concept rig for surface drilling at the Vei og Anlegg 2022 exhibition, one of Scandinavia’s largest... 


An image of the headgear of the Jansen mine in Canada
BHP open to potash partner but plans to enter fertiliser business alone
14th June 2022 By: Reuters

BHP Group is open to taking on a partner as it builds its first potash mine in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan, but can also go it alone and is not currently involved in discussions with... 


Converting data into action
16th February 2022

Leveraging the powerful telemetry and data acquisition capability of its mining equipment, Sandvik Mining & Rock Solutions is rolling out its Remote Monitoring Service – which analyses data to... 


Nokia reaches 100 5G deals, 160 commercial 5G engagements
5th October 2020 By: Natasha Odendaal

Information and communications technology group Nokia has reached the milestone of 100 commercial fifth-generation (5G) deals with individual customers and a total of 160 commercial 5G engagements,... 


Sandvik, manganese and green hydrogen atlas make headlines
Sandvik, manganese and green hydrogen atlas make headlines
2nd October 2020

Mining Weekly Editor Martin Creamer unpacks Sandvik's Innovation in Mining Virtual Event, South Africa having 22 operating manganese mines and the German-funded project to develop a green hydrogen... 


AMPLE SCREEN TIME
Screening equipment needs to be optimised for seamless operation
Virtual event showcases new screening solutions
2nd October 2020 By: Darren Parker

Original-equipment manufacturer Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology’s new Peak Screening solution – an integrated system designed to help ensure every square meter of a customer’s screening is as... 


CRUSHING IT
The Sandvik 800i series cone crushers come with the new generation automation and connectivity system as standard
Safety a major driver for innovation in crushing
2nd October 2020 By: Darren Parker

An increased focus on safety is one of the key driving factors behind innovation and development in original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology’s crushing and screening... 


Sandvik global product line manager automation David Hallett
Cabinless, emissionless vehicle foretelling underground’s autonomous future
30th September 2020 By: Martin Creamer

Mining Weekly on Wednesday watched a cabinless emission-free next-generation mining vehicle autonomously load, haul and dump in an underground mine, without a human in sight. The cabinless design... 


Sandvik intelligent drill series continues to meet evolving customer demands
30th September 2020 By: Simone Liedtke

As rotary blasthole drill technology continues to advance, Sandvik’s iSeries family of intelligent drills continues to grow to meet evolving customer demands – as can be seen with the Sandvik... 


Sandvik launches new RDX5 rock drill
30th September 2020 By: Simone Liedtke

Following the virtual grand opening of its Rock Drill Innovation Centre, in Finland, Swedish mining gear and metal-cutting tools maker Sandvik launched its RDX5 rock drill on September 30. The rock... 


Sandvik digitises mechanical cutting equipment to improve safety
29th September 2020 By: Simone Liedtke

In addition to performance and extensive safety features, engineering company Sandvik says its mechanical cutting equipment also offer effective digital solutions to boost productivity, reduce... 


Sandvik's Nina Axman and Jens Holmberg.
Carbide recycling can create jobs for mine communities – Sandvik
29th September 2020 By: Martin Creamer

The local extraction of carbide inserts can create job opportunities for communities living around mines – “a true win, win, win situation for society, our customers and ourselves”, Sandvik rock... 


Newtrax gives insight into its Collision Avoidance System during Sandvik conference
29th September 2020 By: Simone Liedtke

Heavy traffic, large equipment, poor visibility and blind spots create the potential for accidents in an industry that demands world-class operational performance and has the expectation of zero... 


Syama underground gold mine project, Mali
Syama underground gold mine project, Mali
28th August 2020 By: Sheila Barradas

Resolute Mining has reported that operations at its Syama mine have remained unaffected by the recent coup in Mali. 


Sandvik's My Rock Tools – Analyze app offers mobile rock tool support
Digital solution offers mobile rock tool support
31st July 2020

A mobile application (app) designed to help customers improve their rock tool performance through analysing failure and discard reasons, has recently been launched. ​Digitalisation is seen as one... 


About 400 solar panels provide power to Sandvik's Zimbabwe facility.
Renewable power at Zimbabwe facility cuts climate impact
22nd May 2020

Solar power that operates with no battery storage, consuming the energy as it is generated, has already saved over 400 t of carbon dioxide emissions at a Harare-based facility that focuses on the... 


MAUN TRAINING CENTRE

The mining simulators are deployed to optimise operational techniques for new hires
Trainer to benefit from investment, mature sector
22nd May 2020 By: Cameron Mackay

Virtual mining training solutions provider Immersive Technologies is encouraged by the “maturity level” of companies in Botswana, particularly in terms of technology. It is, therefore, looking... 


The Sandvik LS312 loader
New generation loader available in South Africa
30th April 2020

A new flameproof underground loader is now available for order in South Africa. The loader is an enhanced 12 t high-capacity heavy-duty utility vehicle that is said to offer improved performance,... 


Syama underground gold mine project, Mali
Syama underground gold mine project, Mali
24th April 2020 By: Sheila Barradas

Resolute Mining has identified new oxide mineralisation at satellite deposits at its Syama gold mine. 


QUIETER & CLEANER 
Powered by the C7.1 mechanical engine, the new generation LS312 complies with Tier II emissions standards while ensuring quieter, and more efficient operation
New-generation loader set for South Africa
27th March 2020

Orders have already been placed by major South African coal miners for solutions provider Sandvik’s new LS312 flameproof underground loader. The first active units will start rolling off the local... 


Sandvik to cut costs due to coronavirus impact, reduces dividend
Sandvik to cut costs due to coronavirus impact, reduces dividend
26th March 2020 By: Reuters

Swedish mining gear and metal-cutting tools maker Sandvik on Thursday launched large cost-cutting measures in response to the rapid global spread of the coronavirus and said it would reduce its... 


RANGE OF APPLICATION Explospot Automatic Fire and Explosion Suppression System have been used in different applications including, commercial and military vehicles, as well as gas pipeline protection
Current prevention unable to mitigate explosions
13th March 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Explosion, fire and dust suppression system original equipment manufacturer (OEM) Explospot Systems MD Arend Späth warns that current prevention used in underground coal mines is not enough to... 


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