The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency describes sand and gravel as granulated material that results “from the natural disintegration of rock or stone.” The deposits of these materials are generally near the surface of the Earth and in wet areas. The locations are suitable for open pit mining and dredging operations. Open pit mining is performed with power shovels, front end loaders and conveyors. Dredging involves bucket-dredges and suction equipment mounted on barges.... Read More >>
Read MoreFor over 20 years Brightwater has specialised in the delivery of turn-key crushing and screening plants and materials handling solutions for the full range of outputs from hard rock quarrys through to sand and gold processing plants throughout Australasia.... Read More >>
Read MoreYatela is an open-pit gold mine located 50km southwest of the city of Kayes in Mali. It covers an area of 195km2 and is 80% owned by the Sadiola Exploration Company (SADEX), a joint venture of AngloGold Ashanti and IAMGOLD. The remaining 20% stake in the mine is owned by the Mali Government.... Read More >>
Read MoreMines are filled with danger, but a new generation of safety technology is helping protect the lives of workers. Mining Technology dons its hard-hat to check out some of the best safety measures the industry has to offer.... Read More >>
Read MoreGlobal mining company BHP Billiton said it will sell an 8% stake in its South African coal unit to a consortium led by the Pembani Group for an undisclosed sum.... Read More >>
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