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SPECIALIST EQUIPMENT 29
Molten state
New molten salt technology is being developed for use in mineral processing in the mining industry to reduce energy and water costs
30 Mine backfi ll: one size fi ts all? The relationship between the various types of backfi ll and mine production
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Original and best The negative implications of using replicator spare parts on slurry pumps
Driving progress in electric vehicles How regenerative drives built for rugged mining conditions are enabling the increasing use of electric vehicles and their associated cost savings
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Low-wear conveyance of wastewater Rotary lobe and progressing cavity pumps make water treatment easier
Diamond standard Durable components for mining
Gear oil revolution The inside story on a specialist that has developed a smart calcium-sulphonate gear programme
Banishing breakdowns Detailing how a new drive system is improving conveyor reliability at a Norwegian mine
US company launches fi rst aggregate screen Preventing faults in automated processes
Master station with advanced features A new master station that introduces ultra-fast network control for valve actuators
SAFETY 48
Keep the pressure up The importance of keeping mine safety at the forefront of the industry
EVENT PREVIEW 50
Mining experts rush to Russia in April A look ahead to Mining World Russia 2017, the 21st International exhibition of machines and equipment for mining, processing and transportation of minerals
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