Mining & Metals News
Dig in for the latest news on mining and metals, related to the extraction and processing of iron ore and coke coal; precious metals, such as gold, silver, diamond and uranium; as well copper, zinc, nickel and titanium; and non-metallic mineral manufacturing. Discover the latest on business intelligence, innovations, partnerships, products and services for the mining and metals industry.
"Rare Earths and Automation Technology" – New Quest Research
The unstable supply situation with rare earths has specific causes. Quest Research publishes 7 theses in order to look behind the scenes trying to make an objective and useful orientation easier for manufacturers and users of automation technology. - August 02, 2012 - Quest Trend Magazine
FEECO Teams Up with IC Potash
FEECO International is part of a team assembled by IC Potash Corp. to complete a Feasibility Study for their Ochoa Project in Lea County, New Mexico. - July 19, 2012 - FEECO International, Inc
Catamount Consulting to Host MSHA Alternative Case Resolution Workshop August 21-23, 2012
The Alternative Case Resolution workshop provides mine operators and their representatives the skills necessary to participate in the ACRI process without outside legal representation. - July 18, 2012 - Catamount Consulting, LLC
"The Global Rare Earths Market to be Worth $18.3bn in 2012" Says Visiongain Report
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the global rare earths market will reach a value of $18.3bn in 2012. However, the market value is expected to decline mainly due to plummeting rare earths prices. - June 28, 2012 - visiongain
Expometals.net – The Online Fair for the Metal Working Industry
Metal wire, tube, fasteners and coils are all in a web portal, where you can find companies, news, events, products... 5 languages, specialized informations, and useful tools are the strong points of expometals.net. - June 24, 2012 - expometals.net
Mechanical Innovation at Mills Products
Tennessee appliance part manufacturer acquires proprietary tubular stamping technology. - June 21, 2012 - Mills Products Inc
Sino-Sud Resources Obtains Approval to Expand Ecuadoran Mining Operations
Sino-Sud Resources gains authorization to further expand their exploration and development of the Napo Basin Mining Concession in Ecuador. - June 15, 2012 - Sino-Sud Resources
Long® Fence Expands Ability to Provide Architectural and Specialty Metals
Long® Fence is expanding their ability to quote, fabricate and install architectural and specialty metals for indoor and outdoor applications. These applications provide organizations with contemporary and trend-setting products to enhance the form and function of any project. Alan Jackson... - June 08, 2012 - Long Fence
MFGpartners.net Adds Ohio Metal Fabrication Companies to Its Manufacturing Marketplace
Metal fabrication companies in Ohio is recognized by AMSN and its custom machining & fabrication network - June 08, 2012 - IndustrialLeaders.com
New York Sheet Metal Fabrication: AMSN to Assist Local Businesses with All Sheet Metal Needs
The business & manufacturing community in New York is joining the "Buy American & Buy Local" movement started by MFGpartners.net. - June 03, 2012 - IndustrialLeaders.com
Sino-Sud Resources Locates Additional Gold Oxide Sectors in Honduras
Sino-Sud Resources announces the recent detection of additional gold oxide sectors in the company’s El Transito mining operations in Honduras. - June 02, 2012 - Sino-Sud Resources
New Material Handling Equipment, Measuring & Testing Equipment, Metal & Alloys Buying Guides
IndustrialLeaders.com launches buying guides offering metals & alloys, measuring & test systems and materials handling products. - June 02, 2012 - IndustrialLeaders.com
Double-Digit Growth in Worldwide Metal Recycling Encourages Major Recycling Service to Launch Improved Website to Meet Demand
International Metal Corporation has launched a new, expansive website to meet an increased demand for recycled metals. - May 20, 2012 - International Metal Corporation
ESG Solutions to Deliver Short Course at the 6th International Conference on Mass Mining
ESG Solutions, an industry leader in microseismic technology and services is pleased to announce an upcoming workshop on advanced seismic analysis for mining and geotechnical applications. This half-day short course titled “Advanced Seismic Analysis and Interpretation for Mass Mining”... - May 17, 2012 - ESG Solutions
iScrap App Releases Metal Forum to Connect Scrappers Across the Industry
The iScrap App recently released a forum for scrap metal recyclers and others in the the industry to connect and discuss things like tips, questions, trends within the scrap metal industry. - May 03, 2012 - iScrap App
"The Aluminium Market to Total $112.3bn in 2012" Says Visiongain Report
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the global aluminium market will reach a value of $112.3bn in 2012. - May 03, 2012 - visiongain
Otavi Steel and Danieli Signed a Commercial Contract for the Otavi Steel Nanomill in Namibia
The Namibia-based steel mill premier, Otavi Steel, and the Italy-based company, Danieli, one of the world’s largest providers of steel making technology and equipment, signed a Commercial and Technical Agreement on March 7, 2012 for the development and construction of the Otavi Steel Nanomill... - April 27, 2012 - Groot Systems (Pty) Ltd
Otavi Steel Business Convention at NamPower Convention Centre in Windhoek, Namibia
Join Otavi Steel (Pty) with its shareholding partners; Groot Group, SDS Group, Otavi Town Council, and Andre Neethling Family Trust, hosted by Simon Kapenda, PhD (Candidate), CEO of Groot Group; Moses Matyayi, CEO of Otavi Town Council; and Andre Neethling, Co-Founder of Ohorongo Cement, on Saturday, May 19, 2012 at NamPower Convention Centre at 09h00 in Windhoek, Namibia, as they discuss about Namibia's Rapid Industrialization Through the Development of the Otavi Steel Mill. - April 22, 2012 - Groot Systems (Pty) Ltd
FEECO to Exhibit at Powder Show
FEECO International, a pioneer in equipment and process design & optimization, will be exhibiting at the 2012 Powder Show. - April 16, 2012 - FEECO International, Inc
ESG Solutions Introduces Latest Innovation in Microseismic Signal Acquisition
ESG Solutions, an industry leader in microseismic technology and services, is pleased to announce the North American release of its next generation Paladin™ microseismic recorder. - April 12, 2012 - ESG Solutions
Atlantic Stainless Company Proudly Announces an Increase in Stock for Their Customers
Atlantic Stainless are proud distributors of stainless steel and high temperature alloys in sheets/plates/bars/tubes/pipes/channels/beams and hardware for any application. Check their our website at www.Atlanticstainless.com to find out more about the extensive number of products and services that they offer in the North Attleboro Massachusetts vicinity. - April 11, 2012 - Atlantic Stainless Steel
Molybdenum-Tantalum: the Corrosion-Resistant Material for CIGS Solar Cells
Thanks to its good adhesion to glass and a high electrical conductivity, molybdenum is the back contact material in CIGS solar cells. However, exposed to corrosive atmospheres molybdenum can be prone to oxidation. In order to avoid negative effects during the manufacturing process and the solar module operation, PLANSEE has developed a material with improved corrosion resistance. - April 04, 2012 - PLANSEE SE
Public Fears of Nuclear Power in the Uranium Mining Industry, in March's Issue of Energy Digital
This month, Energy Digital takes a second look at the uranium market and the importance of nuclear energy. Despite what many may think about nuclear power - in light of Fukushima's nuclear reactor meltdown incident earlier this year - it remains an integral part of the world's power supply. - April 03, 2012 - WDM Group
Gold: The Hottest Commodity in the World, in Business Review India
In their recent issue, Business Review India takes pride in featuring the article on gold, the oldest precious metal that is valued as a global currency and a commodity. Gold is considered to be a valuable and highly sought after precious metal for coinage, jewelry and other forms of art. This... - April 03, 2012 - WDM Group
Mining Social Networking Site MillCost.com Launch
The world’s first Mining Social Networking Site, www.millcost.com, has now launched. Millcost includes a Microsite Directory, Forum, Article submission, and tools for the Mining Industry to collaborate. - March 30, 2012 - Mill Cost
A2LA Accreditation Expanded for Testing Services at Laboratory Testing Inc.
Laboratory Testing Inc. has expanded its A2LA accreditation to include an array of mechanical testing, metallurgical testing and chemical testing services. The testing laboratory has been A2LA accredited for dimensional testing and calibration services for over 20 years. - March 29, 2012 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Sino-Sud Resources Releases Preliminary Results on Latest Geological Survey
A series of tertiary geological surveys was commissioned by Sino-Sud Resources for the area now referred to as "branch tunnel 187," after preliminary surveys revealed an unusually high concentration of trace indicator material. - March 29, 2012 - Sino-Sud Resources
Nitti Safety Footwear Introduces New External Metatarsal Guard
Nitti Safety Footwear, a Singaporean safety footwear brand with global distribution introduces its latest innovation: an external metatarsal guard suitable for their complete line of safety shoes. - March 28, 2012 - Nitti (Asia) Pte Ltd
Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker Visits FEECO International
Tuesday, February 28, Governor Scott Walker, of Wisconsin, visited FEECO International, to talk about the importance that mining holds for companies like FEECO, and for people all around the state. - March 16, 2012 - FEECO International, Inc
Fike to Speak at 2012 PRB Coal Users' Group Conference
Bruce McLelland, Fike’s National Accounts Sales Manager for Explosion Protection, will be presenting at the 2012 PRB Coal Users Group Conference, on May 16th in Baltimore, Maryland. - March 08, 2012 - Fike
Filter Press Manufacturer Diemme Filtration Acquired by Passavant-Geiger
Passavant-Geiger, leader in environmental technology and wastewater treatment, part of the Bilfinger Berger Facility Services Group, acquired a majority stake in Diemme Filtration, a company specialized in filter press manufacturing and sludge dewatering technologies. - March 02, 2012 - Diemme Filtration
Luminart Corp. Operations Manager Brandon Bentley Gives Follow-Up Interview on the Big Biz Radio Talk Show with Updated Information on Recent Developments in North Dakota
Luminart Corp. Operations Manager Brandon Bentley shares progress updates with Big Biz radio talk show. - February 25, 2012 - Luminart
Luminart Corp. Launches 1st of Many Radio and T.V. Interviews to Share in Depth Information and Updates About the Company's Progress in North Dakota
Luminart Corp. Operations Manager Brandon Bentley gives exclusive interview on the Big Biz radio talk show. - February 21, 2012 - Luminart
Working Towards the African Mining Vision
Launching, Operational Excellence in Mining Summit 2012 - February 04, 2012 - Fleming Gulf
New Gold Test XRF Analyzer Features Newest Detection Technology
Quickshot XRF releases a new X-ray Fluorescence analyzer developed for precious metal analysis with Silicon Drift Detection technology. The QSX-295Tplus provides 10 second measurement times with a high degree of accuracy on all metals. - February 02, 2012 - Quickshot XRF Analyzers
Industrial Accessories Company World News: Air Pollution Control
IAC has designed and fabricated 12 Bin-Vent Dust Collectors to be strategically placed for confined space at a copper concentrate mine, Compañia Minera Condestable S.A. in Cañete, Peru. The collectors will ventilate the following applications: Crushing Area Material Transfer... - January 18, 2012 - Industrial Accessories Company
Sino-Sud Resources Preparing for Next Phase of Ecuador Project
With the second ecological study successfully completed, Sino-Sud Resources is clear to proceed to the next phase of the massive gold exploration and mining project in the Napo Province of Ecuador. - January 14, 2012 - Sino-Sud Resources
Sino-Sud Resources Recaps Gold Prices for 2011
China=based Sino-Sud Resources reported a year end annualized gold price increase of over ten percent in spite of a major correction earlier in the year. - January 02, 2012 - Sino-Sud Resources
Arc Welding Equipment & Filler Metals: Frost & Sullivan Forecasts Steady Global Market Growth
Bright prospects lie ahead, with the global market expected to increase from $11.70 billion of 2010 to $19.29 billion by 2017. - December 14, 2011 - Frost & Sullivan
Catamount Consulting to Hold Safety Training Conference
Two-day Spring Thaw Safety Training Conference will serve professionals in the mining, safety and construction industries. - December 09, 2011 - Catamount Consulting, LLC
Groot Group, Otavi Town Council, Andre Neethling Trust, and SDS Group Form a Joint Venture for Africa's Largest Steel Mill in Otavi, Namibia
SMS Group South Africa, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Germany based SMS Group and Italy based Danieli seek to provide the Otavi Steel Plant with the needed steel making technology and equipment, while South Africa-based Scorpion Mineral Processing has been selected for the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) for the Otavi Steel Mill Plant. - December 04, 2011 - Groot Systems (Pty) Ltd
Laboratory Testing Inc. President Receives ASM Eisenman Award for Work in the Metals Industry
Laboratory Testing Inc. president received the ASM Philadelphia Chapter 2011 Eisenman Award in recognition of dedicated service to ASM, foresight, leadership and promotion of the metals industry and metallurgical education. - November 10, 2011 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Walter T. Plummer Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Walter T. Plummer, of Chilliwack, British Columbia, has recently been included in Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Mining. About Walter T. Plummer Walter T. Plummer is President of RMS-Ross Corporation, a designer,... - November 06, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
Universal Recycling & Scrap Iron Corp Acquires Scrap Yard in NJ
Universal Recycling & Scrap Iron Corp., a subsidiary of Universal Wrecking Corp., recently took over ownership and operation of the former Cosmos Green Acres scrap yard located at 23 Double Trouble Road, Bayville, NJ 08721. Hours of operation are M – F 7am to 5pm and Saturday 8am to 2pm. - November 04, 2011 - Universal Recycling & Scrap Iron Corp.
Frost & Sullivan Hosts Analyst Briefing: Key Growth Accelerators in the Global Welding Consumables Market
When: November 2011 at 2pm GMT Location: Online, with free registration Presenter: Ruth Shilpa Sudhakar, Research Analyst, Frost & Sullivan The evolving end-user industries and emerging technologies are materializing the needs for customized filler metals, which are to be addressed and met at... - November 02, 2011 - Frost & Sullivan
Foundation, Alto Drill 0.5 m of 254 g/t Au at Iris
Foundation, Alto drill 0.5 m of 254 g/t Au at Iris - October 29, 2011 - Alto Ventures
La Quinta Intersects 13.8% Copper at Carruther’s Pass, B.C. VMS Project
La Quinta Resources Corporation is pleased to report that it has received the first assays from drilling completed at the Carruthers Pass, B.C. volcanogenic massive sulphide (“VMS”) project in August 2011. Initial core samples from pilot holes drilled into the Slab target were split and sent to ALS Minerals Laboratories in North Vancouver, B.C. - October 27, 2011 - La Quinta Resource Corporation
Russian Diamond Market: Rich Kimberlite Deposits Brighten Prospects, Says Frost & Sullivan
The market is expected to reach $5.74 billion in 2015 – Deployment of modern equipment will be essential for productive outcomes in mining low-grade ore. - October 26, 2011 - Frost & Sullivan
BDA Advises Materion on Acquisition of EIS Optics in China
Business Development Asia LLC ("BDA") is pleased to announce that its client, Materion Corporation (NYSE: MTRN; "Materion"), one of the world’s premier advanced materials companies, has acquired EIS Optics Limited from a group of financial investors including Fleming... - October 21, 2011 - BDA Partners Ltd
Alto Confirms Large Gold System at Miner Lake, Ontario
Mr. Mike Koziol reports Alto Confirms Large Gold System at Miner Lake, Ontario. Alto Ventures Ltd. has released results from the 2011 summer exploration programs on its 100-per-cent-owned Miner Lake property located in the Beardmore-Geraldton gold belt, Ontario. The programs consisted of extensive... - October 20, 2011 - Alto Ventures