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MINExpo

US mining industry in flux as policy, economic and enviro challenges force change

By: Henry Lazenby     23rd September 2016 The outcome of the November 2016 US presidential election will not reverse the decline in the US mining industry value, as the beleaguered coal industry continues to face market headwinds. Rather, the results will determine the trajectory of environmental regulations and, therefore, raise or... 

Solutions sharing at heart of Las Vegas international mining show

By: Kimberley Smuts     23rd September 2016 This year’s MINExpo International event is themed Technology and Solutions for Today and Tomorrow, which is ultimately what the event’s more than 1 900 exhibitors of equipment, parts and services for the global mining industry will showcase, national trade organisation National Mining Association... 

OPPORTUNITIES AWAIT MINExpo incorporates live demonstrations, product displays, technological revelations and education sessions
OPPORTUNITIES AWAIT MINExpo incorporates live demonstrations, product displays, technological revelations and education sessions

Potential gains of ‘industrial Internet’ emphasised

By: Nadine James     23rd September 2016 Mining companies continue to face volatile commodity prices and challenging economic conditions, primarily due to lacklustre global demand, but the industrial Internet could be the solution, states diversified conglomerate General Electric’s (GE’s) mining solutions division, GE Mining. GE... 

Advanced mining course on offer, value of event for appraisers highlighted

By: Kimberley Smuts     23rd September 2016 The American Society of Appraisers (ASA), a multidiscipline, nonprofit international organisation of professional appraisers, is offering an advanced mining course, which coincides with this year’s MINExpo International. The course comprises three days of classroom-based education at the Embassy... 

WHERE EXPERTS GATHER
The American Society of Appraisers sees MINExpo as one of the best places to be exposed to the latest developments and available technology
WHERE EXPERTS GATHER The American Society of Appraisers sees MINExpo as one of the best places to be exposed to the latest developments and available technology

US conglomerate uses expo to enter new market

By: Nadine James     23rd September 2016 US vehicle fleet safety conglomerate Safe Fleet wants to use its booth at the quadrennial MINExpo International in Nevada, US, from September 26 to 28 to educate and promote its brands and products as viable, cost-effective safety solutions for mining and construction applications. The... 

INCREASED FUNCTIONALITY 
Safe Fleet explains that its products have been proven in the most demanding environments worldwide
INCREASED FUNCTIONALITY Safe Fleet explains that its products have been proven in the most demanding environments worldwide

Software, innovation will continue to influence mining sector

By: Nadine James     23rd September 2016 Mining software and technological innovation in the mining industry will heavily influence mining operations over the next decade – specifically the development of safer, smarter and more efficient methods of managing resources and operations, says Australian mining software company MICROMINE’s... 

Canadian distributor expected to increase healthy export sales

By: Kimberley Smuts     23rd September 2016 South African manufacturer of high-quality conveyor systems for the mining and bulk handling industries Megaroller is expanding its footprint into North America, launching its Canadian distributorship at this year’s MINExpo International at the Las Vegas Convention Centre, in Nevada, in the US,... 

ENSURING GROWTH 
Megaroller aims to produce supplies that will be longer lasting, belt friendly and user friendly
ENSURING GROWTH Megaroller aims to produce supplies that will be longer lasting, belt friendly and user friendly

S Africa explosives expert building brand awareness in North America

By: Kimberley Smuts     23rd September 2016 Explosives firm BME, as part of its geographical growth strategy, will attend this year’s MINExpo International exhibition and conference from September 26 to 28 at the Las Vegas Convention Centre, in Nevada, US. The company’s globalisation strategy includes increasing brand awareness in the... 

 	JOSEPH KEENAN The AXXIS system currently holds the world record for the biggest blast using electronic detonators
JOSEPH KEENAN The AXXIS system currently holds the world record for the biggest blast using electronic detonators

New drills on show

By: Kimberley Smuts     23rd September 2016 Global mineral exploration company Boart Longyear is using the quadrennial MINExpo International exhibition and conference to showcase several new and tried and tested drill rigs. Visitors to this year’s event, being held from September 26 to 28 at the Las Vegas Convention Centre in Nevada, US,... 

INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS ON SHOW The combination of the LF160 drill rig and Freedom Loader is one of the industry’s first 100% hands-free rod-handling solutions
INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS ON SHOW The combination of the LF160 drill rig and Freedom Loader is one of the industry’s first 100% hands-free rod-handling solutions

‘Revolutionary’ workforce training technologies from S Africa on display

23rd September 2016 South Africa-based mine workforce training technologies supplier ThoroughTec Simulation, will reveal several new products at MINExpo International 2016, which will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada, from September 26 to 28. The products are expected to emphasise the company’s commitment to providing... 

OPTIMISED SOLUTIONS 
Research and developments efforts have in recent years focused on providing heavy-equipment workforce optimisation solutions
OPTIMISED SOLUTIONS Research and developments efforts have in recent years focused on providing heavy-equipment workforce optimisation solutions

New radar system to be showcased at expo

23rd September 2016 Mining company Hexagon Mining will showcase the interferometric mine blast radar (IBIS-FB) remote sensing monitoring system, designed to support the assessment of blasting operations and control their impact on both pit slopes and nearby structures, at this year’s MINExpo International. 

OPTIMAL DESIGN
Radar systems from IDS GeoRadar help to ensure that mines are designed profitably
Photo by Bloomberg
OPTIMAL DESIGN Radar systems from IDS GeoRadar help to ensure that mines are designed profitably

Plant simulation software aids enhanced efficiency

23rd September 2016 As part of its ongoing efforts to improve plant efficiency for its customers, packing and screening machines manufacturer for the raw material processing industry Haver & Boecker is constantly developing new machines, programs and software aimed at aiding their success. 

PLANT OPTIMISATION
The NIAflow plant simulation software is capable of calculating several projections for mine operations
PLANT OPTIMISATION The NIAflow plant simulation software is capable of calculating several projections for mine operations

A break in proceedings – Vegas tours, awards

23rd September 2016 The 2016 MINExpo International, which will be hosted at the Las Vegas Convention Centre from September 26 to 28, offers several special events and tours for attendees. Tickets can be bought during registration for the event. On-site and online registration will remain open for tours for the... 

MINEXPO EVENTS	
Several special events will be held throughout the duration of MINExpo
MINEXPO EVENTS Several special events will be held throughout the duration of MINExpo

New products proof of commitment to meeting customers’ requirements

23rd September 2016 Minerals processing equipment supplier Terex Washing Systems (TWS) will launch two new products at MINExpo International, which takes place at the Las Vegas Convention Centre, in Nevada, in the US, from September 26 to 28.  

MARKET DRIVEN Terex designs are driven by a response to market demands
MARKET DRIVEN Terex designs are driven by a response to market demands

Informative sessions on the cards

23rd September 2016 To provide attendees with new and relevant information pertaining to the various trends, influences and realities of today’s mining industry, MINExpo International will host 20 education sessions, as well as an opening session panel discussion. 

EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS
20 educational sessions will be held to provide attendees with new and relevant information
EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS 20 educational sessions will be held to provide attendees with new and relevant information

Pump drive solutions provider exhibits for first time

By: Kimberley Smuts     23rd September 2016 Mobile hydraulic solutions provider Stiebel-Getriebebau continues to develop new pump drives to tackle the continuously growing challenges in mobile hydraulics and cope with the harsh operating conditions to which equipment is subjected in the mining environment. Stiebel drive technology North... 

MARK JOHNS 
The company continues to progress the development of new high-technology pump drives
MARK JOHNS The company continues to progress the development of new high-technology pump drives
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