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Beyond Steel: Dotmar Engineering Plastics is transforming the mining industry with advanced engineering plastics that outlast traditional materials. The variety of engineering plastics that are available provide a raft of critical properties, such as exceptional wear resistance, low friction, and self-lubrication, suiting nearly any requirement. Read more here in their new Company Insight: https://lnkd.in/gaSP22qt #MiningInnovation #EngineeringPlastics #IndustrialSolutions #Dotmar #MaterialScience #MiningEfficiency #SustainableMining #IndustryLeaders #MineAustralia #MiningTechnology #GlobalData

Reliability is one of the most important factors when quarries invest in crushing equipment. EEA Group's Anita Waihi discusses how TESAB's crushers are among the leading options in this space. EEA Group | EEA Materials Processing | TESAB ENGINEERING LTD | #quarry | #equipment | #crusher | #aggregates | #jawcrusher | #australia

Solving Water Problems for Mines & Quarries - Utilizing centrifuge technology with a clarifier and polymer dosing station As mines and quarries age, miners and operators are faced with water problems resulting from their washing and processing of product. These problems include a shortage of pond space, needing to mine under their existing ponds, shortage of water due to restrictions, specification limits on water intended to be returned to ground water, or even too much water contaminated by clays and ultra-fines. The traditional solution has been the use of filter presses and/or settling ponds. This technology not only requires significant capital investment, but comes with a large footprint, requires constant operator presence, and has an ongoing operating expense associated with filter media. Presses and ponds are not portable, and associated civils / structure costs add to CAPEX. Alternately, simply sending the tailings to a pond is not preferred as it quarantines significant mine property. A reliable, cost-effective alternative is explored in our case study by candidly reviewing two trials of a pilot plant comprised of a clarifier/ polymer dosing unit and a decanter centrifuge that is specifically designed to withstand the rigors of a mining application. The pilot plant ran in parallel with an equivalent size filter press in one operation for a week, and in a separate location for a further week. Both tests showed impressively dry solids, minimal polymer use, and clear centrate liquid. The case study: https://lnkd.in/drsZ_U6i

From Breakdown to Breakthrough 🚀 Experience doesn’t always guarantee success. Sometimes, being open to learning from scratch is what drives solutions. Here’s a story from one of our projects where we faced unexpected challenges and turned them into success. We had a slag processing project in a particular country where we subcontracted a local partner. This subcontractor had extensive experience in slag processing and even operated their own facilities, so we trusted that everything would run smoothly. 😞 However, things took a different turn. Our client required us to crush the non-metallic part of the slag into a fine fraction of 0.16 mm for use in their production. To do this, we planned to use an impact crusher. When our subcontractor brought in the first crusher, it worked for about a week before breaking down. We waited for repairs, but after some time, it broke down again. The subcontractor then provided a new crusher, but the same problem occurred. This caused a significant delay in the project, lasting several months. We expected the subcontractor to resolve the issue, but they were unable to provide a solution. 👉 With contractual obligations and a commitment to finish the project, we had no choice but to step in. Honestly, crushers weren’t part of our usual scope of work, and we had little knowledge of them. But this challenge pushed us to dive deep into an area that was new to us. In this case, our lack of experience turned out to be an advantage. We started from scratch, researching the types of crushers used in similar slag processing projects. We contacted various manufacturers, trying to source the right equipment for the specific slag we were working with. But not every supplier could provide equipment suitable for this particular country. 🤞 Eventually, we found a manufacturer with an impact crusher owner who confirmed that their crusher could handle slag with traces of iron—a critical factor in this project. We brought in the new impact crusher, and the project moved forward smoothly. The new crusher from a different manufacturer worked perfectly, and we successfully completed the project. 🎯 Sometimes, experience can hold you back—leading you to believe that certain solutions are impossible. But there’s always a way forward. In this case, our determination to see the project through, combined with fresh insights, allowed us to deliver results. We could have walked away from the project without financial penalties, but we cared about our client’s success. Reputation matters, and finishing the project meant everything to us. #smartscrap #metallurgy #scrap #slag #slagmanagement #innovation #casestudy #slagprocessing #projectsuccess #engineeringsolutions #crushertechnology #manufacturingchallenges #processoptimization

PEQON KNOWLEDGE FORUM This week we talk about the benefits of Pressure Filtration. Pressure filtration is a common method used in mining applications for solid-liquid separation and dewatering. Here is an interesting aspect about this technology. One interesting feature of Pressure filtration in mining is its efficiency in handling high-density in slurries and achieving rapid dewatering rates. Unlike other filtration methods that rely solely on gravity or vacuum, pressure filtration applies external pressure to the slurry to force water through a filter medium, leaving a cake of solid particles. When the slurry contains fine particles or is highly concentrated, pressure filtration can offer significant advantages over other dewatering methods. By applying pressure, the filtration process can be accelerated, resulting in faster cycle times and higher throughput rates. This can be particularly beneficial in operations where time and productivity are critical factors. The capacity of a filter presses is defined by the filter plate size and plate pack. Historically filter plate sizes ranged from 800 x 800mm to 1000 x 1000mm. Today the largest filter press in the world, called the Domino Filter Press supplied by Diemme® Filtration, boasts a filter plate of 5000 x 5000mm and a capacity of 8000tpd dry solids. Today pressure filtration plays a vital role in modern mining operations by providing an efficient solution for dewatering and solid-liquid separation, especially in applications where high-density slurries or rapid processing are required. www.peqonseparation.com  

Remanufacturing can extend the life of a bearing by correcting surface damage before it progresses too far. With proper timing, a bearing can be remanufactured two to three times, depending on the application and operating conditions. This is a great route that offers customers cost savings, improved efficiency, and extended bearing life across a wide range of industries and applications. Most importantly and above all, it contributes to lower carbon emission. . I am a firm believer that the industry must adopt a "sustainability design standard", fully integrated in all engineering processes with commonly available and "agreeable" design rules. Who takes the lead? #SKF #BearingRemanufacturing #SKFBearings #CostSavings #Sustainability #ISO #ABMA #Carbonfootprint #CarbonEmission #Bearings #RollingBearings

"A study conducted by researchers at Rice University suggests that graphene derived from metallurgical coke, a coal-based product, has the potential to not only act as a reinforcing additive in cement but also serve as a replacement for sand in concrete. This finding highlights the versatility of graphene as a material with potential applications in enhancing the properties of concrete while offering a sustainable alternative to traditional concrete components like sand." #graphene #nanomaterials #nanocomposites #concrete #construction #manufacturing #sand #coke #materialsengineering

·     Dredging and mining industry technologies. Innovation in the maritime energy transition. ·      Our environmentally friendly assets are also used in complex marine & mining projects ( Industry 5.0 ). Thermoplastic pipeline systems with structural reinforcement with a 'Friction Reducer' layer for solid with compressive strenght up to 240 Mpa, replacing the more traditional metal pipes. -        Made of glass-fibre reinforced thermoplastic material, they withstand high pressures up to 25-30% higher than conventional PE100 thermoplastic water pipes. A further increase in strength is achieved by using PE112 polymers, characterised by a more compact molecular structure. -        W.P. up to 25-28 Bar on OD 700-800- 900-1000mm pipe with Cs=1.25 burst 2.5 -        78% less abrasion than steel and double the working life of steel and rubber pipes -        Layer Lubricant with 15-22% lower pressure drop (as in Oil &Gas). -        Reduced operating costs of 20% per m3 and reduced booster required for work. -        Increased productivity by up to 22% ( m3 ) - reduced transport and vehicle costs by 50%. -        Reduction of CO2 and fuel by up to 15-22% and reduction of microplastics by up to 47%. -        Floats with elongation at break > 1200, without Foam, impact strength >200 Kj/m2 -        On-site service, with specialised and qualified technicians for line assembly, welding, training and constant monitoring. BENEFITS Increase cash flow, increase profit, meet the needs of Managers, Project Management Executives, Board Directors and Investors. THE WORK TEAM All of our technologies are constantly developed and industrialised through collaboration with world-leading Scientific Institutes; in collaboration with laboratories of International Petrochemical industries; the production of our materials is carried out in 5 production units worldwide. #dredging #mining #environment #sustainability #worksafety #carbonfootprint #medioambiente #sostenibilidad #seguridadlaboral #huellaco2 #minería

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐬𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐔𝐒$10.5 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐲 2026, 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐚 𝐂𝐀𝐆𝐑 𝐨𝐟 5.8% 𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 2021-2026 -IndustryARC™ #industrial #explosives market refers to the global industry that produces and sells explosives used in various industrial applications such as #mining, #quarrying, #construction, and #demolition. Industrial explosives are materials that can cause a rapid release of #energy when ignited or detonated. They are typically used for their explosive properties to break rock, #concrete , or other #materials . 𝐃𝒐𝒘𝒏𝒍𝒐𝒂𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕 𝑺𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆 @ https://lnkd.in/g-PuK3eA 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝑫𝒚𝒏𝒂𝒎𝒊𝒕𝒆: It is a highly explosive material made from nitroglycerin, which is absorbed in diatomaceous earth or another type of absorbent material. 𝑨𝒎𝒎𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒖𝒎 𝑵𝒊𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑭𝒖𝒆𝒍 𝑶𝒊𝒍 (𝑨𝑵𝑭𝑶): It is a low-cost explosive made by combining #ammonium nitrate and #fuel #oil. 𝑭𝒐𝒓 𝑴𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑰𝒏𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 @ https://lnkd.in/g47WwKJJ 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝑺𝒂𝒇𝒆𝒕𝒚 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒔: The primary challenge in the industrial explosives market is the safety concern, which arises due to the highly explosive #nature of these substances. Explosives #manufacturing and handling require highly specialized skills and #equipment, and #accidents can cause significant damage to life and property. 𝑬𝒏𝒗𝒊𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒖𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔:  Industrial explosives production, transportation, and disposal processes can have a severe impact on the environment. Regulations and compliance with environmental standards can increase costs and affect profitability. 𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬 :  AECI Limited | Austin Powder Holdings Company | EPC Groupe | @Tec Pivot Limited | Irish Industrial | Explosives Recipe Blasting Solutions (PTY) LTD | Keltech Energies | MAXAM | CNH Industrial | Orica | Austin Powder Company | Delta Earthmoving, Inc. | Mining Job Source | Evolution Mining | Komatsu Mining | Coeur Mining, Inc. #industrialdesign #design #engineering #vintage #interiordesign #industry #metal #manufacturing #construction #architecture #interior