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Sustainability and strength with Komatsu WE series
For mine operators with a focus on sustainable operation, Komatsu’s new WE1850-3 wheel loader, part of the new Generation 3 series, is a versatile loading tool that can be used for main line production and shovel back-up as well as clean-up and ramp building.
August 3, 2022 0 comment
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Flexible mining tunnel borer trialled at copper mine
A newly developed mining tunnel boring machine (TBM) is being tested by Codelco at its Chuquicamata mine in Chile. State-owned Codelco is the world’s largest copper producer.
July 8, 2022 0 comment
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Komatsu expands with MST acquisition
Japanese multi-national corporation Komatsu is set to acquire Australian business Mine Site Technologies (MST), a provider of operational optimisation platforms for underground mining that leverage communication devices and position tracking systems.
June 15, 2022 0 comment
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ESG issues covered at QME event
Mining industry thought leaders will gather from July 19-21 at the Queensland Mining and Engineering Exhibition in Mackay to inspire and share insights at the Seminar Series, sponsored by Komatsu.
June 14, 2022 0 comment
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Women in resources take the final bow
The 2022 Women in Industry finalists have been announced, celebrating the success of women in traditionally male-dominated industries.
March 15, 2022 0 comment
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Komatsu cuts red ribbon on massive facility
Komatsu has opened an innovation hub and distribution centre in Wacol, Queensland, showcasing the latest technology during its construction and upon completion in an interactive exhibition.
March 9, 2022 0 comment
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BHP to convert South Flank with autonomous haulage
BHP will transition its South Flank mine to autonomous haulage, less than a year after first ore was produced at the Western Australian site.
January 13, 2022 0 comment
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QME receives strong support from major suppliers
Do not miss this opportunity to participate in this much anticipated event where the industry will converge in Mackay on July 19-21, 2022.
December 14, 2021 0 comment
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Komatsu helps Wabtec reach safety milestone
Wabtec Corporation has successfully tested its new mining collision awareness system solution with a Komatsu machine intervention controller.
December 13, 2021 0 comment
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Komatsu, PIMS Group giving life to coal
Komatsu and PIMS Group have formed an agreement that will help extend the life of multiple Queensland coal mines.
December 3, 2021 0 comment
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Top of the crop: November’s best mining innovations
A look at the most exciting mining innovations from November, featuring Komatsu, RPMGlobal, Orica and Epiroc.
November 30, 2021 0 comment
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Komatsu takes on hard rock market with loader launch
Komatsu Australia has launched a suite of four underground loaders, a major commitment to Australia’s hard rock mining industry.
November 24, 2021 0 comment
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Mine rehabilitation partnership plants 14,000 trees
Anglo American and Komatsu’s Growing Together mine rehabilitation partnership has been expanded with new tree planting days.
November 3, 2021 0 comment
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Kanmantoo decline a first for Hillgrove and Komatsu
Hillgrove Resources’ Kanmantoo underground decline in South Australia has commenced, bringing forward potential first copper production and reducing future development costs.
November 1, 2021 0 comment
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Proterra brings batteries underground for Komatsu
Proterra and Komatsu have collaborated to electrify next-generation underground mining machines using Proterra’s battery technology.
October 28, 2021 0 comment
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Komatsu contract accelerates Hillgrove at Kanmantoo
Hillgrove Resources has signed a contract with Joy Global to establish a portal, decline and drill platforms at its Kanmantoo copper mine in SA.
September 23, 2021 0 comment
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MINExpo wrap-up: Mining’s latest products revealed
As the 2021 MINExpo International Conference wraps up for another year, Australian Mining reflects on the innovations and equipment unveiled in Las Vegas.
September 20, 2021 0 comment
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Komatsu achieves landmark autonomous haulage milestone
Komatsu have revealed more than four billion tonnes of material have been leveraged by their FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System.
September 14, 2021 0 comment
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Komatsu to teleoperate excavator at MINExpo
Komatsu will give a sneak peek of its remote-controlled hydraulic excavator at MINExpo 2021 in Las Vegas, operating its PC7000-11 from over 600km away.
September 10, 2021 0 comment
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Kanmantoo racing towards restart, Hillgrove says
Hillgrove Resources has revealed opportunities to expand the Kanmantoo copper mine in South Australia, will a decline to commence in late 2021.
September 1, 2021 0 comment