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KAROWE UNDERGROUND DEVELOPMENT
Lucara Diamond Corporation is expanding the Karowe mine to access the underground orebody, thereby extending the life-of-mine to at least 2040
Diamond miner progresses Botswana shaft sinking
29th March 2024

Diamond explorer and miner Lucara Diamond Corporation made significant shaft sinking progress in 2023 at its Karowe underground project, in Botswana, where the miner invested $101.3-million for the... 


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Resources Watch
20th March 2024

This week: Wind generation up, solar operational soon, Exxaro reports and, Intelligent drilling solutions advance underground capabilities 


INTELLIGENT DRILLING
The Sandvik DD422iE drill offers intelligent and electric fully automated, top hammer longhole drilling performance
Intelligent drilling solutions advance underground capabilities
15th March 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

The adoption of intelligent drilling technologies represents a critical step towards more efficient, safe and sustainable underground mining operations, though eco-efficient rock processing... 


Sandvik Rock Processing’s design and engineering process involves close collaboration with customers to understand their specific needs
In-house engineering expertise give mines valuable flexibility
5th March 2024

With its well established design and manufacturing capabilities in South Africa, Sandvik Rock Processing delivers customised and standard vibrating equipment solutions, including screens and... 


Haile Gold Mine Invests in Employee and Community Development with Immersive Technologies Training Solution
Haile Gold Mine Invests in Employee and Community Development with Immersive Technologies Training Solution
12th February 2024

Throughout the production and exploration of the Haile Gold Mine, OceanaGold has remained committed to the safety of their employees, the environment, and the local community. Their investment in... 


Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions enabling positive disruption
Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions enabling positive disruption
5th February 2024 By: Tracy Hancock

Eco-efficient rock processing solutions provider Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions is playing a key role in embracing the power of positive disruption in the African mining industry. Sandvik Rock... 


Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions drives positive disruptions
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions drives positive disruptions
5th February 2024 By: Tracy Hancock

Equipment and technical solutions provider Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has introduced key technological innovations and advancements in Southern Africa to drive positive disruption in mining... 


Khomotso Duiker, Business Line Manager for Underground Drills at Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions
Embracing intelligence in the underground drilling
5th February 2024

The world of underground drilling technology is undergoing a significant transformation. This evolution promises not only enhanced precision and productivity but also a wealth of detailed... 


Frengelina Mabotja, Business Line Manager Screening Solutions at Sandvik Rock Processing
Meeting Africa's growing demand for vibrating screens and feeders
1st February 2024

BLURB FOR ONLINE PLATFORMS Across the diverse commodities landscape of Africa, the demand for vibrating screens and feeders is on the rise. Sandvik Rock Processing, a prominent player in the... 


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Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions
26th January 2024

Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions, a business area within the Sandvik Group, is a prominent provider of equipment, tools, parts, services and solutions for rock and mineral processing in the mining... 


David Hallet – Vice President Automation at Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions
AutoMine® Core platform to support ramp-up from manual to autonomous mining
22nd January 2024

With its focus on innovation in mining, Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has introduced AutoMine® Core, a comprehensive automation platform for mass mining applications. According to David... 


Tarynn Yatras, Vice President of Sales Area Africa for Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions
Sandvik builds its base to grow lifecycle screening solutions across Africa
15th January 2024

To provide customers with screening solutions that suit their needs and fit their infrastructure, OEMs must be close at hand with the right facilities and expertise, according to Mats Dahlberg,... 


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Eloise mine, Australia
8th December 2023 By: Nadine James

The mine is located in north Queensland, in Australia, about 60 km south-east of Cloncurry and 155 km east-south-east of Mount Isa.   


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Menar coal and anthracite projects, South Africa – update
24th November 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Menar, telecommunications group MTN and technology giant Huawei have teamed up to bring fifth-generation technology to the Gugulethu colliery. 


New Heights for ZAC Golf Day Charity Fundraiser
New Heights for ZAC Golf Day Charity Fundraiser
20th November 2023

The Zululand Anthracite Colliery (ZAC) and its partners upped the standard once again at the 6th Annual Golf Day by raising a record R400 000 for community upliftment projects. This was a... 


Sandvik launches its most advanced top hammer tool systems 
Sandvik launches its most advanced top hammer tool systems 
20th November 2023

Featuring an industry-first curved thread design, Sandvik’s new CT55 and CT67 top hammer tool systems are the most advanced the company has launched. The unique design increases efficiency and... 


World's largest copper producer reports remarkable success with new Vesconite Hilube bushings
World's largest copper producer reports remarkable success with new Vesconite Hilube bushings
13th November 2023

The leading global copper producer has achieved exceptional results through the implementation of Vesconite Hilube wear-resistant bushings on load haul dump machines (LHDs). Departing from... 


The 200 tph FastPlant™ from Sandvik Rock Processing at a leading limestone producer in Mali’s Koulikoro region
Sandvik FastPlant™ for mali-based limestone producer
7th November 2023

A leading limestone producer based in Kati, Mali, has taken delivery of a FastPlant™ from Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions. Central to the buying decision was the short lead time of the Sandvik... 


Sandvik’s recycling initiative has been extracting over six tonnes of carbide material annually
Sandvik's carbide recycling supports small business in SA
6th November 2023

In an innovative step that promotes both sustainability and local economic development, Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is recycling the carbide buttons on its drill bits while boosting... 


Sandvik Rock Processing invests in its people to ensure employees are trained to adopt an agile mindset
Sandvik Rock processing drives manufacturing agility to meet rising demand
9th October 2023

To keep pace with record equipment orders, vibrating screen and feeder original equipment manufacturer (OEM) Sandvik Rock Processing is driving manufacturing agility at its South African facility.... 


COAL SCREEN
A double deck vibrating screen in a coal application
Company localises engagement for growth in Africa
6th October 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

In the dynamic mining and rock processing landscape, proximity to customers and swift access to support services play a pivotal role in maintaining operational efficiency and building lasting... 


The ablution block was officially opened recently by representatives of Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions, Adopt-a-School Foundation and Moldilati Secondary School
Supporting social investment through education and community upliftment
3rd October 2023

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is steadfast in its commitment to making a positive societal impact. This commitment is not just in words, but evident through the company's unwavering dedication... 


AngloGold Ashanti tests electric truck at Sunrise Dam
AngloGold Ashanti tests electric truck at Sunrise Dam
21st September 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Gold miner AngloGold Ashanti has inked an agreement with mining contractor Barminco and equipment supplier Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions to test the largest battery-electric underground mining... 


Drill core from the Dewittekrans project
Menar coal and anthracite projects, South Africa – update
15th September 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Menar has provided an update on its coal projects. 


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Venetia Underground Project, South Africa – update
15th September 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Venetia has delivered its first production. 


Brauteseth drives growth with Sandvik drill rigs
Brauteseth drives growth with Sandvik drill rigs
8th September 2023

Based near Port Shepstone on the KwaZulu-Natal south coast, Brauteseth Blasting’s success has evolved into a national footprint – and beyond – with multiple drill rig acquisitions from Sandvik... 


Hillhead welcomes back industry favourites ...
Hillhead welcomes back industry favourites ...
7th September 2023

Hillhead 2024 is set to build on the momentum of its record-breaking 2022 event with all the leading OEMs already signed up for the biennial quarrying, construction and recycling show, including... 


Having an in-country presence allows Sandvik Rock Processing to service customers across Africa
Sandvik Rock Processing Screening Solutions builds on Africa footprint for screen business
24th August 2023

It is a well proven fact that companies succeed where they are closest to their customers, and this is driving Sandvik Rock Processing to leverage the extensive Sandvik footprint across Africa.... 


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Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions - Women in Mining
11th August 2023

Unleashing the power of women in mining Mining has made progress in attracting more women to the sector, but the challenge now lies in retaining and empowering them. Tarynn Yatras, head of sales... 


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Sandvik Mining & Rock Solutions - Women in Mining
11th August 2023

Sandvik: Driving female development in the mining industry Sandvik Mining & Rock Solutions believes in the development of women in the mining sector, and through its gender diversity strategy is... 


MiningMetals Central Asia 2023, the most representative exhibition in Central Asia in terms of exhibitors, shows strong growth again
MiningMetals Central Asia 2023, the most representative exhibition in Central Asia in terms of exhibitors, shows strong growth again
10th August 2023

From September 20 to 22, 2023, two large-scale and promising exhibitions for business growth will be held on the territory of the Atakent Kazakhstan Center for Business Cooperation at once: the... 


This innovative technology provides trainees with interactive interfaces that closely resemble the controls and displays found on real mining equipment which ensures a seamless transition from training to on-site applications for trainees
Redpath Mining South Africa partners with Sandvik for digital training
31st July 2023

In a milestone that is likely to revolutionise mining training and safety practices in Southern Africa, Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has provided its state-of-the-art digital trainers to... 


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Venetia Underground Project, South Africa – update
28th July 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

De Beers Group has delivered first production from the underground operations at the Venetia mine. 


The Sandvik screen package included the supply of five feeders
First Sandvik screen package built in SA
18th July 2023

Sandvik Rock Processing, a global leader in the mining and rock excavation industry, has marked a significant step in its expansion across Africa with the successful completion of its first South... 


Technology such as the Digital Driller allows Sandvik to deliver ‘real life’ training in a simulated working environment
Sandvik drives change, innovation in mining with upskilling
11th July 2023

Mining is fast embracing various automation and digital technologies, but to keep up with the rapid pace of operational change that this trend demands, everyone must keep learning. This is the... 


Kenny Mayhew-Ridgers, Regional Business Director at Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions South Africa.
Matching cushers and screens for best results
22nd June 2023

The careful alignment of screens and crushers in processing makes for optimal throughput and efficiency, by ensuring that all settings and parameters are ideally matched. “The Kwatani product can... 


Sandvik introduces AutoMine® AutoLoad 2.0 for improved autonomous bucket loading
15th June 2023

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is introducing AutoMine® AutoLoad 2.0, a new AutoMine® feature that enables fully automated production cycles for loaders operating in fixed drawpoint and dump... 


ZAC delivers Laptops to help learners gain digital skills  
2nd June 2023

Learners at Mvalo Secondary School will have an opportunity to get computer literacy skills, following a handover of 18 laptops by ZAC together with Rich Steel on 31 May 2023.... 


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Menar coal and anthracite projects, South Africa – update
2nd June 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

The construction phase of the new Gugulethu Colliery is progressing. 


Sandvik introduces largest top hammer drill rig
15th May 2023

With the arrival of the very first Pantera™ DP1600i, customers in southern Africa can now expect to drill larger holes of up to 178 mm using a top hammer drill rig. The end result is a significant... 


Matching crushers and screens for best results
5th May 2023

The careful alignment of screens and crushers in processing makes for optimal throughput and efficiency, by ensuring that all settings and parameters are ideally matched. “The Kwatani product can... 


Image of Canyon Coal operation
Menar coal and anthracite projects, South Africa – update
5th May 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

ZAC GM Wayne Rowe has indicated that the R137-million Mngeni shaft project is nearing completion, with water infrastructure and electrical reticulation installed in February. 


Sandvik introduces AutoMine® Flexible Safety Zone
2nd May 2023

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is introducing AutoMine® Flexible Safety Zone, a new feature for its AutoMine® underground system for autonomous mining operations. The new capability is designed... 


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