Experienced blasting professionals from BME’s Indonesia office recently shared their research on preventing mud flows from contaminating emulsion explosives, and proposed paths for future research.

From introducing game-changing safety technologies to leading in electric power solutions, Toyota Material Handling’s commitment to innovation has redefined the efficiency, safety and sustainability of forklifts, helping improve productivity for various industries in South Africa.

As digitalisation of processes in the extractive industry continues apace, the role of digital technologies in comminution processes cannot be emphasised enough. To help mines transform data into action, Sandvik Rock Processing is introducing its Remote Monitoring Service (RMS) in Africa, initially on a pilot basis.  

The efficient operation of slurry pumps in the mining industry is critical and pump wear technology is playing an increasingly significant role in monitoring and maintaining pump performance.

As the global mining industry enters an era of rapidly evolving automation, Africa will emerge as a leader in embracing autonomous machinery, according to global technology giant Siemens. By 2040, it estimates that up to 40% of mining equipment on the continent will be self-driving and that several prominent mining operations will be close to fully automated, marking a new era of enhanced safety, efficiency, and productivity.