10.02.2021 (561 Clicks)
Nordic Mining: Use of electrical Dryers significantly reduces CO2 Footprint at Engebø
Nordic Mining has decided to use electrical dryers instead of gas fueled dryers in the mineral processing of rutile and garnet at Engebø. This will reduce the CO2 emissions with over 80%.
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10.02.2021 (479 Clicks)
VDMA: "Double-digit Decline in Mechanical and Plant Engineering"
In the crisis year 2020, production in the mechanical and plant engineering sector fell by 12.1 percent in real terms, according to preliminary calculations. This was the worst result since the financial crisis of 2009.
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10.02.2021 (516 Clicks)
Isarco Underpass Construction Site: completed Shift of the existing Railway Line
On February 7th, 2021 the tracks of the existing Brenner railway line have been shifted.
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10.02.2021 (574 Clicks)
Emerson Introduces Magnetic Target Switch for Position Sensing in Standard-duty and Extreme-duty Operation Environments
TopWorx MTS features globally approved certifications and specifications, helping to avoid approval delays Emerson, a global leader in fluid control and pneumatics technology, has released its TopWorxTM Magnetic Target Switch (MTS) to provide ready-to-install, universally-certified position sensing for explosion proof and intrinsically safe applications.
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09.02.2021 (1022 Clicks)
Fugro achieves UK first with RAMMS bathymetric Lidar Technology
Fugro has won a contract to capture bathymetric lidar of Northern Ireland’s coastline as part of a project from the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) to create a detailed 3D elevation model of the coast.
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09.02.2021 (675 Clicks)
Boliden engages Hatch for Expansion of its Nickel Operations in Harjavalta in Finland
Boliden has engaged Hatch to help them undertake an expansion of their nickel operations at the Harjavalta smelter in Finland. The expansion consists of a new concentrate dryer, increased capacity in the electric furnace and granulation, as well as automated tapping of molten metal. Hatch is providing engineering design and equipment supply for the electric furnace upgrade to improve safety and reliability of the furnace, double the campaign life, and accommodate the increase in production.
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08.02.2021 (542 Clicks)
Robbins enters a New Chapter
Robbins Brand to continue under Global TBM Company
Global TBM Company, newly established by industry veteran Lok Home, announces the recent purchase of substantially all the assets of The Robbins Company. The company will operate as Robbins and with Mr. Home as the President and CEO. The acquisition will result in a seamless transition for a number of ongoing projects throughout the world, as Robbins renews its commitment to service, quality underground equipment, and top-notch support that its customers have come to expect.
Home said the company has a bright future as a result of the transaction. We are starting off the new year with a respectable backlog of orders,” he noted. “In 2021 and beyond, our clients can depend on Robbins to deliver high quality machines, and technically superior machines for very difficult projects,” said Home. “That’s where Robbins really stands out.”
Home went on to say that Robbins is starting 2021 with no significant bank or institutional debt. “We have many projects to look forward to,” he continued. “Robbins is currently delivering Crossover machines and TBMs equipped for challenging geological conditions in many countries including the U.S., Norway, India, China and Canada.” The company’s conveyor and small boring machine divisions will also continue to deliver equipment worldwide.
Home emphasized that Robbins has always been focused on building the best and strongest machines. He pledged that they will continue to do that. “We still have our strong engineering team and we plan to continue our many industry involvements including the International Tunneling Association (ITA) and its associate member organizations. We’re glad to be a part of this community and this industry,” Home added.
The company expects to continue with exciting new developments as well, including a soon-to-be-unveiled non-circular rock boring machine. Robbins remains focused on creativity and innovation to solve the industry’s greatest challenges.
About Robbins
Robbins is one of the world’s foremost developers and manufacturers of advanced, underground construction machinery. Headquartered in Solon, Ohio, USA, Robbins is a total supply firm offering customized Tunnel Boring Machines, conveyors, cutters, and more, as well as knowledgeable field service personnel and technical support. The company has been an active industry participant and innovator for nearly 70 years.
From the first modern Tunnel Boring Machine built in 1952 to recent innovations such as the Crossover TBM for varied ground conditions, Robbins engineering and innovations have made a success of the world’s most difficult tunneling projects.
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05.02.2021 (556 Clicks)
HS2 reveals Chilterns ‘barn design’ Vent Shaft for Chalfont St Giles
HS2 has revealed the final design for the latest of its ‘barn design’ headhouses that will provide ventilation and emergency access to the ten-mile long Chiltern tunnel.
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05.02.2021 (514 Clicks)
Agreement seals Vale's commitment to full reparation of Brumadinho and support economic development of the State of Minas Gerais
Court of Justice of Minas Gerais mediated the R$ 37,7 billion agreement with the State of Minas Gerais, the Public Defender of the State of Minas Gerais and the Federal and the State of Minas Gerais
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04.02.2021 (752 Clicks)
MIT convenes influential Industry Leaders in the Fight against Climate Change
The MIT Climate and Sustainability Consortium launches with 13 company members to work with MIT on innovation in climate and sustainability.
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11.07.2023
Dare to recycle more!
Increased recycling of critical metals such as tungsten can make raw material supplies more secure and sustainable worldwide. To achieve this, closed value cycles should be established. Achieving th...
11.07.2023
Storage Reservoir for a Hydroelectric Power Plant in the Alps - Rock Processing under the toughest Conditions
During a comprehensive refurbishment and modernization project the hydroelectric power plant of the Sellrein-Silz power plant expands with a reservoir. The plant technology of rock processing repres...
11.07.2023
Game Tip – Go Goals!
The United Nations have created the “Go Goals!” game for children. You can help to achieve the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and are invited to use the game in your environment...
12.12.2023 - 13.12.2023
2nd International Congress and Exhibition - Mining of Uzbekistan and Central Asia
14.12.2023 - 15.12.2023
MINING WORLD CONGRESS 2023
14.12.2023 - 15.12.2023
GEOTEC HANOI 2023 – The 5th International Conference on Geotechnics for Sustainable Infrastructure Development
18.12.2023 - 19.12.2023
ICGGE 2023: 17. International Conference on Geotechnical and Geological Engineering

World’s longest Railway Tunnel Project – supported by innovative Conveyor Digitalisation and reliable Engineering
17. October 2022 (1973 Clicks)
The consortium BTC Brennero Tunnel Construction and the Hosch Group jointly delivered on a world-class tunnelling project by combining excellent engineering with the innovative remote monitoring system Hoschiris Discover.


RAG-Technikchronik - Buch 6: Management- und Bildungssysteme für technische Prozesse
02. April 2019 (13035 Clicks)
Das Buch 6 der Reihe „Dokumentation der technischen Entwicklung bei der RAG“ stellt die Entwicklung der Management- und Bildungssysteme für technische Prozesse, also z.B. zur Effizienzsteigerung, zum Arbeits-, Gesundheits- und Umweltschutz sowie zur Ausbildung und beruflichen Fortbildung, bei der RAG dar.


27.11.2023 (415 Clicks)
Akobo Minerals celebrates historic milestone: hitting gold ore body at the Segele Mine
