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Fogmaker: Redefining Fire Safety in Mining and Heavy Equipment
In this episode, Frank Zouras, Marketing Director of Graymont, joins us to discuss the development and launch of GRAYBOND™, a groundbreaking product designed to revolutionize the mining and construction industries. Frank explains how GRAYBOND™ is transforming the way materials like lime and limestone are used, offering a sustainable and efficient alternative to traditional cement products. With the ability to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and optimize underground construction processes, GRAYBOND™ is not only innovative but also timely as industries seek greener solutions.
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Nord-Lock Group: Advanced Bolting Technology for Safer Mining
Explore the innovative world of bolting solutions with Nick Addington, Mining Segment Leader at Nord-Lock Group. Nord-Lock’s cutting-edge products are revolutionizing mechanical and mining equipment engineering, addressing safety, efficiency, and longevity challenges head-on. From their wedge-locking washers to the high-torque Superbolt® systems and Boltight® hydraulic tensioners solutions, Nord-Lock has engineered solutions tailored for global mining operations. Nick provides in-depth insights into how their products enhance reliability and safety across fixed plants and mobile mining equipment.
SMS Equipment Part 3 - Unveiling the Future with Komatsu’s Autonomous Haul Systems
SMS Equipment and Komatsu are leading a new era in mining with cutting-edge Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) technology. Mike Brown and Scott Schellenberg with SMS Equipment provide an inside look at Komatsu's driverless haul trucks and autonomous fleet technology, showcasing how AHS is transforming mine site safety, productivity, and efficiency. With zero need for drivers on board, these autonomous systems operate with precision, reducing human risk and optimizing workflows in challenging environments.
Graymont Part 4: Shaping the Future of Mining with GRAYBOND™
Explore the innovative world of fire suppression systems with Mario Flores and Johan Bjerstedt from Fogmaker as they share their insights at MINExpo in Las Vegas. Fogmaker is transforming fire safety in the mining industry with advanced, compact, and environmentally friendly solutions. Learn how their cutting-edge technology uses microdroplets to tackle the fire triangle—eliminating heat, oxygen, and fuel to prevent reignition while ensuring safety for equipment, workers, and the environment.
DRA Global Part 2: Holistic Approach to Mining Operational Readiness
In this episode, Pierre Julien and Vikram Jayaraman dive into the specifics of DRA Global's approach to sustainability and efficiency. They discuss the importance of integrating environmental and social governance (ESG) into mining operations and how their team is leading the charge in developing sustainable mining solutions. You'll hear about real-world examples of their work and the impact it's having on the global mining landscape.
Equinox Gold: Strategic Growth and ESG Commitment
Doug Reddy from Equinox Gold joins the show to discuss the company's growth trajectory and its commitment to responsible mining. He highlights the significant progress at their Greenstone Gold Mine, one of the largest gold projects in Canada, showcasing how Equinox Gold is driving sustainable development while advancing this major asset.
dss+ Consulting: Transforming Safety and Operational Efficiency in Mining
Join us on Mining Now for an insightful episode featuring experts Don Martin, Michael Hajaistron, and Helder Santos from dss+ Consulting. Learn about the innovative approaches and cutting-edge technologies that dss+ Consulting is utilizing to address some of the most pressing challenges in the mining industry today. From exploration and resource management to environmental sustainability and risk assessment, our guests share their expertise and experiences in driving the industry forward.
SRK Consulting: 50 Years of Mining Consulting Excellence
Anoush Ebrahimi from SRK Consulting shares his extensive expertise in the mining industry, delving into the latest advancements and innovative practices that SRK Consulting is implementing. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the mining landscape, Anoush provides a comprehensive overview of how SRK Consulting is driving efficiency, sustainability, and technological integration within mining operations.
SMS Equipment: Komatsu’s Next Generation of Advanced Bulldozers
Discover Komatsu's latest innovation in mining dozers - the D375A-8 & D475A-8. Our guests, Darren Chvojka and Dillon McKinnon from SMS Equipment, walk us through the remarkable advancements in these powerful machines. Built on the strong foundation of their predecessors, these new line of dozers emphasize three key pillars: improved operator comfort, enhanced productivity, and increased durability. These features are designed to meet the rigorous demands of modern mining operations while providing an exceptional user experience.
Graymont: Leading the Charge in Decarbonization with GRAYBOND™
Frank Zouras and Narain Hariharan from Graymont bring their extensive expertise to discuss GRAYBOND™, Graymont's innovative product making significant strides in the mining industry. Learn how GRAYBOND™ is revolutionizing the way mining operations handle bonding, ensuring higher efficiency and performance. Frank and Narain discuss the product's unique features and benefits, sharing valuable insights on its development and application.
Wheaton Precious Metals: Navigating Financial Markets in Mining
Wes Carson from Wheaton Precious Metals joins us in this episode of Mining Now. With a wealth of experience in the mining industry, Wes offers invaluable insights into the world of precious metals streaming. He delves into the strategies and innovations that have positioned Wheaton Precious Metals as a leader in the industry, discussing everything from project development to sustainable mining practices. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in the future of precious metals and the critical role they play in global markets.
B2Gold: Guide to Gold Mining Success
Rory Bamford sits down with Mike Cinnamond, Senior Vice President Finance and CFO of B2Gold, for an in-depth conversation about gold mining. From the rich history of B2Gold, including its early days as Bema Gold, to the intricate dynamics of the gold sector from a CFO's perspective, this episode is packed with expert insights and revelations.
Ideon Technologies: Exploring Earth's Depths with Revolutionary Tech
In this episode, we’re featuring cutting-edge mining technology with Doug Schouten, the esteemed CTO & Co-Founder of Ideon Technologies. Join us as we explore the innovative solutions revolutionizing the mining industry, from advanced sensing technologies to data analytics, and everything in between. If you're curious about the future of mining and the transformative impact of technology, this episode is a must-watch!
Unveiling B2Gold's Approach to Sustainable Mining
Discover the dynamic intersection of leadership and sustainability in the mining industry as Ken Jones, a seasoned executive at B2Gold, shares insights in this engaging video. Delve into B2Gold's decade-long commitment to sustainable mining practices, exploring the evolution of their strategies under Ken's leadership. Gain valuable perspectives on the challenges and successes encountered on their path towards environmental responsibility and social impact.
Brandt’s Fleet Management System in Action: Victoria Gold Corp's Payload Success
In this episode of Mining Now, host Jerrod Downey welcomes two guests: Jim Thompson, VP of Sales at Brandt, and Andrew Ballance, Manager of Mine Operations at Victoria Gold Corp. They discuss the implementation of a Fleet Management System (FMS) at Victoria Gold Corp and its impact on their mining operation.
Sustainability and Innovation: Hecla Mining's Silver and Copper Ventures
In this episode of Mining Now filmed at CIM Montreal 2023, host Roy Slack welcomes Phillips (Phil) Baker Jr., CEO of Hecla Mining. Hecla, with a rich history spanning over 130 years, has been a key supporter of the mining industry. Phil Baker highlights the importance of organizations like CIM and SME for learning and sharing knowledge within the industry. He also discusses Hecla's Lucky Friday mine and its innovative approach to mining in the face of increased seismic activity.
DRA Global - Mining Innovations, Sustainability, and Future Trends
Join us on this episode of Mining Now as we delve into the dynamic world of mining innovations, sustainability efforts, and future industry trends. Our guest host, Gus Minor, engages in an insightful conversation with Pierre Julien, President Americas, and Vikram Jayaraman MBA, M.Eng, Senior Vice President – North America Business Operations, both from DRA Global.
Ausenco - Operational Readiness and Asset Optimization
In this episode, your host Gus Minor is joined by Joffrey Bouchard-Gorin, Senior Consultant, and Eric Delorme, Director of Asset Optimization for North America at Ausenco. They discuss Ausenco's operational readiness and asset management services, emphasizing the importance of early planning for successful project execution and maintenance.
SMS Equipment - Exploring Decarbonization and Electrification Trends
In this episode, we have special guests Bryce Short, North America Sales & Marketing Manager from Komatsu Germany, and Dillon McKinnon, Manager of Mining Equipment Technology. Join us as we delve into the electrification and decarbonization trends in the mining industry.
Ausenco - Climate Risk and Ecosystem-Based Adaptation Strategies
In this episode, our host Jerrod Downey takes you to CIM MTL 23, live from Montreal, Canada. Special guest is Gabriel Castillo, the Director of Climate Change at Ausenco. With years of experience in the mining sector and a deep understanding of climate change, Gabriel discusses some crucial and complex topics related to sustainability and metal production.
Discover How Sofvie Ensures Safe Mining Operations
In this episode filmed live at CIMTL23 in Montreal, Canada, Jerrod sits down with Gus Minor, Chief Innovation Officer of Sofvie Inc., to discuss the changing landscape of the mining industry and how Sofvie has adapted to deliver innovative products.
GroundHog and Cementation Americas - Mining Digitization and Automation
In this episode, hosted by Roy Slack, we delve into the fascinating world of mine digitization and automation. Our guest, Satish Penmetsa, CEO of GroundHog, and Steve Immenschuh, Performance Manager at Cementation Americas, join us to discuss the latest trends and innovations in the mining industry.
Imperial Oil & Finning - Sustainable Future in Canadian Mining
Imperial Oil is a Canadian petroleum company with mining operations committed to responsibly developing Canada's energy resources for over 140 years while Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar equipment dealer. We also discuss renewable diesel, its importance in the energy transition, and how it is made from natural oil and fats, thus reducing carbon emissions.
Brandt - Mining Equipment, Manufacturing, & Technology - Largest John Deere Dealer
The Brandt Group of Companies — headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada services Agricultural, manufacturing, road building, transportation, forestry, mining, and much more. They are the world’s largest privately-owned John Deere Construction & Forestry equipment dealer.
MineSense | Pioneering Digital Ore Body Mining Solutions with SHOVELSENSE
MineSense is a pioneer in digital mining solutions, supplying real-time, sensor- based ore sorting for mines. Our signature solution is ShovelSense, a robust sensor installed on mining equipment to scan and measure the grade of the material in every shovel and bucket. The increased real-time visibility of your orebody provided by ShovelSense drives improvements in your mine’s efficiency, profitability and sustainability. Jeff More, MineSense CEO discusses how mines have approached the ore body and how technologies like SHOVELSENSE® revolutionize how the industry can target high grade ore to achieve profitability and sustainability all at once!
Frontier Lithium | The Next Frontier of Electric & Lithium from Canada
Frontier Lithium is a pre-production business that is targeting to become a manufacturer of battery-quality lithium salts to support electric vehicle and battery supply chains in North America. Frontier is developing the PAK Lithium Project which contains one of North America's highest-grade, large-tonnage hard-rock lithium resources in the form of a rare low-iron spodumene.
Mosaic | Esterhazy K3 Potash Mine, Reclamation in Florida, & ESG Targets w Kelly Strong
Mosaic is the world’s leading integrated producer and marketer of concentrated phosphate and potash. They employ more than 13,000 people in nine countries and participate in every aspect of crop nutrition development to help the world grow the food it needs. They mine and process phosphate and potash minerals into crop nutrients and then ship via rail, barge and ocean-going vessel to our customers in the major agricultural centers worldwide. Vice President - North American Mining Operations, Kelly Strong, joins Mining NOW to discuss their ESG targets by 2025 as well as Esterhazy K3 Potash Mine in Saskatchewan and their Central Florida Phosphate Mining and Processing business.
Sofvie & Technica Mining | Take Mining 4.0 & Safety to Another Level
It is not often we have a show that includes the supplier and customer. Gus Minor, Chief Innovation Officer at Sofvie, returns to Mining NOW to discuss how they provided a digital safety solution to Technica Mining. From Technica, Health Safety and Training Manager, Eric Demers also joins to discuss the implementation of the software platform as a mining contractor.
Sherritt International | In Situ Leaching/Recovery, Modern Ore Processing, & Mining
This in depth interview features Dr. Nathan Stubina, Vice President, Technologies, Sherritt International Corporation. He discusses the challenges of major innovation in mining including discussing how machines like Ball Mills and Flotations Cells have evolved, alternative technology, and roadblocks mine operators face when implementing new processes. He also discusses the public's view of mining, the academic outlook on mining innovation, and how companies like Sherritt International, Barrick Gold and Agnico Eagle have introduced innovation processing and mining solutions into their operation.
Sofvie | Enhance Communication & Redefine Hazard and Risk Management in Mining
Sofvie Inc. Chief Innovation Officer, joins Mining NOW to discuss how they are leveraging innovative technologies to create new realities for hazard/risk management and communication. He discusses their approach of reversing roles from feeling pain points to eliminating them, how the industry’s demand has increased for digital transition, and how their technology increases communication and minimizes safety risks at every level of the company.
CEMI | New Mining Innovation & Technology for Ore Discovery with Charles Nyabeze
Charles Nyabeze B.Eng MBA, Vice-President Business Development and Commercialization for CEMI joins Mining Now! The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation, is Canada’s expert in mining innovation. They deliver commercially viable innovations to improve heat & rock stress, mine productivity, safety, ore discovery and environmental performance. Charles and Jerrod Downey discuss how companies already commercialized in separate industries can expand into mining and companies already in the industry overseas but are looking to reach the Canadian mining market can be successful.
Teck Resources | Mine Operations & Leadership ft. Geological Engineer Jessica Steeves
Jessica started her career in geo technical consulting where she did dam construction supervision, underground mine design, and open pit drilling programs, etc. In 2016 she was hired by Teck Resources and joined their team at Teck’s Highland Valley Copper and started primarily managing projects before going to Mine Operations as a Pit Supervisor. Jessica was one of the companies the first female pit supervisor and has done equipment supervision and pit control and is now learning the autonomous system as a supervisor. In this interview we discuss her approach to growing in her career and collaborating with her team.
Taseko’s Gibraltar Mines | Mine Maintenance Strategy ft Brandon Nikolaisen
In this interview Brandon discusses Teseko Mine’s approach to balancing risk, cost and equipment availability. He outlines predictive maintenance to identify work, application of technology, root cause analysis, forecasting and data analysis to identify bad actors (machinery) and improve maintenance strategy and procedures.
