Category: Mining
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Mining for A Better World
As the global economy has started to recover from the pandemic, metals and mining prices have gone up. The breakthrough of pent-up spending, new government stimulus programs, and an accelerated global energy shift has prompted an increasing demand for most metals. However, there are also risks for miners in 2022.Let’s look at the mining sector…
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7 Meaningful Metrics About Equipment Maintenance Costs
Mining equipment maintenance costs range from around 30 to 50 percent of overall mine operating costs — and are increasing steadily. When a single cost category carries so much weight, it deserves attention.
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7 Must-Haves When Choosing a CMMS
Mining companies in nearly every stage of the mining cycle rely on parts, equipment, and supplies — and lots of them — to do their work. Downtime at any time is costly. A Computerized Maintenance Management System, or CMMS, is essential to help ensure mining equipment, accessories, and even fleet vehicles remain on the job,…
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When A Mining Company Is Not Just a Mining Company
When is a mining company not just a mining company? Modern mining operations are no longer static operations with their equipment in the sand. Instead, they are pursuing new opportunities and embracing diversification strategies, becoming more than just miners.
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The Connected Miner — How Integrated Operations Creates Opportunity
Mining companies are experiencing a wide range of results from their digital transformation efforts. While some are significantly lowering costs and increasing productivity, others are seeing only incremental improvements.
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What Mining Companies Need to Know About C-SOX
SOX compliance matters to mining companies — and what you don’t know about it could cost you both financially and through missed opportunities. Here’s what mining companies need to know about C-SOX.
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Rethinking Mining
Sustainability in the back office helps transform the entire operation Mining is essential to modern life worldwide — supplying essential components for computers and smartphones, electric cars, and the green technologies that fuel today’s economy. Historically, however, the industry’s reputation and environmental record have suffered. But today, Canadian mining companies are taking bold steps to…
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Mining is Essential for the Green Industry
Mining and renewable energy may seem like industries at odds, but in reality, mining is essential to the growth of renewable energy, as green technology is heavily reliant on certain metals and minerals.
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5 Benefits of Better Asset Management in the Mining Industry
Mining companies typically spend between 30 to 50 percent of total operating costs on mining equipment management and maintenance. Any operational element responsible for such a substantial cost share warrants your attention. By improving asset management and maintenance, mining companies can lower costs and risks while boosting productivity and safety. Here are five benefits of…
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5 Tips for Building Resilience in the Mining Industry
Building Resilience in the Mining Industry is as important as it’s ever been. We share 5 ways technology can help mining companies promote agility and resilience.