Copper is undergoing a quiet but profound redefinition. Long viewed primarily as an industrial commodity, it is now rising to the level of critical infrastructure, essential to the digital, electric, and energy systems shaping the next decade.
Metals, Mining, Minerals
Mining operations typically require significant volumes of water to support processing and site activities. Here are some strategies to get more value out of every gallon used in mining.
Mining Engineering Apr 2026, Optimization of Water Usage is Critical for Mine Productivity and Sustainability; by Brian Hays and Victor Mwaba
https://me.smenet.org/optimization-of-water-usage-is-critical-for-mine-productivity-and-sustainability/
Slurry, Corrosion, Remote Operations and Water: Valves That Keep Mines Running
Valve failures in mining drive unplanned downtime, safety hazards, environmental exposure, and lost production. Abrasive slurries, cavitation, and corrosive acids each attack valves in different ways, yet all lead to the same outcome: shortened service life and rising maintenance costs. A podcast analyzing available solutions.
4 reasons why radar level sensors are superior to ultrasonic level devices
4 reasons why radar level sensors are superior to ultrasonic level technology: Radar and ultrasonic level measurements are both widely used in industrial and environmental applications for measuring the level of liquids and solids in lift stations, tanks, and open...
Global Mining Investment Boom: What $1.5 Trillion in Projects Means for Operations and Automation
The $1.5 Trillion Mining Boom newsletter highlights that the global mining industry has entered a new investment super-cycle with roughly $1.5 trillion in active mining projects worldwide, while operators and suppliers alike are navigating tighter timelines, more demanding operating conditions, and higher expectations for execution reliability.
Opportunities in Mitigating Mining Risks
An Emerson e-book, “Unlocking Safer, Smarter & Sustainable Mining,” shares ways and examples in how automation plays an essential role in mitigating risks inherent in mining operations.
Success in a Challenging Tailings Relocation Project
An Australian coal mining company was looking to extend the life of its mine. The challenge was that the area where they wanted to expand mining operations was currently being used as a tailings storage facility (TSF).
Top 4 Sustainability Challenges in Utility and Water Management for Mining
Addressing sustainability challenges in utility and water management in mining is crucial for ensuring the long-term viability of resources and meeting both regulatory demands and community needs. Below are the top four challenges in this sector: Water Scarcity and...
Enhance Water Management and Utilities in Mining with Emerson’s Innovative Flow Technology
Managing water efficiently is crucial in mining—any uncertainty can lead to elevated costs, safety and environmental risks, and operational inefficiencies. Emerson's advanced flow technologies, including the Flexim Non-Intrusive Ultrasonic Flow Meter and the...
Why Precision in Water Management Matters in Mining
In the mining and metals industry, managing every drop of water is not just an environmental responsibility but a critical economic necessity. Water, in its silent flow, carries the weight of operational efficiencies and sustainability goals. Yet, as our industry...
Big Machines, Bigger Stakes: Avoiding Downtime in Mining Operations
Are you familiar with electric rope shovels? If you’re in the mining industry, you almost certainly are, but for those who may not have mining experience, a quick definition is in order. Electric rope shovels handle the movement of massive loads of minerals at a mine...
Optimizing Water Usage in Ore Mining Operations
A white paper, High-Performance Control Valves for Water Addition Processes in Ore Mining, highlights the importance of valve selection in reducing operational and maintenance costs, waste, and water usage.
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