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.
Nigeria Mining Week Launched in Abuja in October as iPAD Nigeria, PwC and Miners Association of Nigeria Join Forces
Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, the Hon. Kayode Fayemi, will deliver the welcome address at the much anticipated launch of the Nigeria Mining Week, taking place in Abuja from 25-28 October. Following the enthusiastic response from the mining community and the Nigerian... - September 03, 2016 - iPAD Nigeria Mining Forum
Introducing The Battery Collection
Maglin Site Furniture launches exclusive competition-winning design from famed Manhattan park. The design that beat nearly 700 competitors from 15 countries to become the signature chair of Manhattan’s two-acre Battery Oval lawn is now available from Maglin Site Furniture. With the launch... - September 02, 2016 - Maglin Site Furniture
Kenya Mining Forum Announces Diamond Sponsorship by Mining Company Base Titanium
The organisers of the upcoming Kenya Mining Forum have announced the exclusive diamond sponsorship of the event by mining company Base Titanium. Kenya’s Mining Cabinet Secretary Hon. Dan Kazungu will officially open the Kenya Mining Forum in Nairobi in September, where the industry will... - August 18, 2016 - Kenya Mining Forum
Industrial Facility in Vermillion Parish, LA to Sell at Auction
Bonnette Auctions Louisiana Outdoor Properties Auction Group to Conduct Live Auction Event on Thursday, August 25th. - August 09, 2016 - Bonnette Auctions Louisiana Outdoor Properties Auction & Real Estate Group
Kenya Mining Forum to Showcase Why Kenya is the New Mining Frontier
Kenya’s Mining Cabinet Secretary Hon. Dan Kazungu will officially open the Kenya Mining Forum in Nairobi in September where the industry will discuss the country’s recently updated mining act and how it is expected to ease the way for investment into and development of the... - August 04, 2016 - Kenya Mining Forum
Laboratory Testing Inc. Obtains GE S-400 Crack Propagation Measurement Approval
Laboratory Testing Inc. has received an updated special process certification from GE Transportation Aviation’s S-400 Program which also includes Crack Propagation Measurement (Code AIXE). The full list of GE approvals currently held by LTI covers chemistry, metallography and mechanical testing. - July 16, 2016 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Whitehall Resources Sponsors International SAP Conference for Mining and Metals
300 mining and metal producers gather for latest industry and technology updates. - July 01, 2016 - Whitehall Resources
DRC Mining Industry Shows Overwhelming Support for DRC Mining Week in Lubumbashi in June
The attendance at the DRC Mining Week in Lubumbashi in June more than doubled this year with a record number of more than 1500 visitors from 35 countries at the conference and exhibition in the country’s mining hub. Some 94 local and international companies showcased their technology and... - June 24, 2016 - DRC Mining Week
Laboratory Testing Inc. Radiographic Inspection Article in Quality Magazine
Laboratory Testing Inc.’s X-ray Supervisor, Jason Tucker, published an article in the June 2016 issue of Quality Magazine. The article entitled “Inspecting Plastics and Electronics with Conventional X-ray” discusses the value of industrial radiography and the growing demand for inspecting non-metallic components using these methods. - June 18, 2016 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Tenke Fungurume and Ivanhoe Mines Big Winners at DRC Mining Industry Awards in Lubumbashi
Tenke Fungurume was named Mining Company of the Year for the second year in a row at the DRC Mining Industry Awards on Wednesday, while Ivanhoe claimed victory in two categories. The Managing Director of Ivanhoe Mines, Louis Watum, was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award and Ivanhoe also won the Clean Energy Project of the Year. - June 12, 2016 - DRC Mining Week
Wildcat Discovery Technologies Announces SuperTemp™ - New Electrolyte Formulations for BEV, PHEV, and Start/Stop Vehicle Systems
Wildcat’s new electrolyte discoveries improve cycle life at both temperature extremes - reducing cell impedance by 40% at -25 deg C and by 30% during 60 deg C storage tests. - June 10, 2016 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Laboratory Testing Inc. Exhibiting at the Farnborough International Airshow 2016
Laboratory Testing Inc., an accredited destructive and non-destructive testing lab, will be showcasing its services at the Farnborough International Airshow in Hall 3, Booth E130. The Expo will be held at the Farnborough Aerodrome in Farnborough, Hampshire, UK from July 11-17, 2016. - June 09, 2016 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Large Delegation of South African Suppliers Taking Part in DRC Mining Week in Lubumbashi in June
The South African Department of Trade and Industry is bringing a large delegation of South African suppliers to the mining and related sectors to the DRC Mining Week expo and conference that is taking place in the DRC mining hub of Lubumbashi from 8-9 June. The DRC Mining Week expo and conference... - June 02, 2016 - DRC Mining Week
Laboratory Testing Inc. Sponsors ASM Materials Camp at Drexel University
Laboratory Testing Inc. is proud to sponsor the 12th annual ASM Philadelphia Materials Camp for high school students interested in exploring the field of materials science and engineering. The event will take place at Drexel University on June 20 – 24, 2016 and includes lectures, lab sessions, an industry event and a project activity. LTI is a sustaining member of ASM International and has sponsored the event for several years. - May 28, 2016 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
DRC Mining Week to Celebrate Successes and Focus on Challenges of Mining Sector in Lubumbashi in June
Ivanhoe Mines, Tiger Resources, Tenke Fungurume, Randgold and Banro are just some of the mining pioneers in the DRC that have been named as finalists in this year’s coveted DRC Mining Industry Awards that will take place on 8 June in Lubumbashi. It is part of the DRC Mining Week expo and... - May 27, 2016 - DRC Mining Week
DRC Mining Community to Honour Top People and Projects at the Third DRC Mining Industry Awards in Lubumbashi in June
The mining industry in the DRC will once again honour its top industry leaders and projects at the DRC Mining Industry Awards that will take place at the high-level gala dinner on 8 June, during DRC Mining Week in Lubumbashi, DRC. The awards bring together 150 of the industry’s most... - May 08, 2016 - DRC Mining Week
Laboratory Testing Inc. Exhibiting at Rapid 3D 2016 in Booth #133
Laboratory Testing Inc. will be exhibiting their materials testing, non destructive testing and specimen machining services at the Rapid 3D expo in booth #133. The event is being held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL on May 17-19, 2016. - May 07, 2016 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Belleville Wire Cloth Partners with the ARC of New Jersey to Create New Opportunities
Belleville Wire Cloth has recently partnered with the Arc of New Jersey to open up new opportunities to citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc of New Jersey is the states largest organization advocating for and serving citizens with disabilities and their families. - May 04, 2016 - Belleville Wire Cloth
Mesothelioma Victims Center Offers to Guide a Diagnosed US Navy Veteran Through the Mesothelioma Compensation Process to Ensure the Best Settlement
The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "We want to educate all US Navy Veterans recently diagnosed with mesothelioma and/or their family about the compensation process. We also want to include shipyard and manufacturing workers in this group because they typically know exactly how or where they... - April 07, 2016 - Mesothelioma Victims Center
Laboratory Testing Inc.’s President Honored with SmartCEO’s Family Business Award
Laboratory Testing Inc. president and CEO, Mike McVaugh will be honored by the Philadelphia SmartCEO with the 2016 Family Business Award. The Awards program celebrate the distinguished achievements of 30 of Philadelphia’s top family businesses. - April 06, 2016 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Scheduled to Exhibit at Design-2-Part Show
The sales team from Laboratory Testing Inc. will display materials testing, nondestructive testing, and calibration services in Booth # 240 during the 2016 Design-2-Part Show. The event will take place at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in Secaucus, NJ on April 13-14, 2016. LTI is experienced with all types of metals and alloys and performs testing to industry standards. - April 02, 2016 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
DRC Mining Week: "We Believe in This Sector and in This Country"
“There is no doubt that 2016 is a challenging year for the mining sector and therefore, also for the DRC,” says Elodie Delagneau, event director for the upcoming DRC Mining Week that is taking place in June in Lubumbashi, the heart of DRC’s Katanga mining region. She continues:... - April 01, 2016 - DRC Mining Week
Laboratory Testing Inc. Hires Veteran Metallurgist as Mechanical Testing Manager
Laboratory Testing Inc. welcomes veteran metallurgist, Bill Stockdale, as Mechanical Testing Manager. Bill joins LTI with over 35 years of experience in testing, quality assurance, product and process development, and technical support for markets including aerospace, nuclear, medical implant and durable goods. - March 25, 2016 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Belluck & Fox Mesothelioma Victims Center Urges Recently Diagnosed Persons to Call Them About the Best Possible Compensation and Information on New Treatment Options
The Belluck & Fox Mesothelioma Victims Center is urging all individuals recently diagnosed with mesothelioma to call them anytime at 800-714-0303 to get clarity on what is involved in a mesothelioma compensation claim, as well as extremely good advice about where they should be receiving their... - March 24, 2016 - Mesothelioma Victims Center
Indodrill Establishes Subsidiary in Papua New Guinea
The Indodrill Group is pleased to announce the establishment of Indodrill Papua New Guinea Limited (‘Indodrill PNG’) based out of Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. Indodrill PNG was recently granted certification to carry out business in Papua New Guinea by the Investment Promotion... - March 23, 2016 - Indodrill Group Holdings Pte Ltd.
Dynamics Software Announces Solution for Newest Release of Microsoft Dynamics AX
Dynamics Software, a leading provider of solutions based on Microsoft Dynamics AX, announced today that it will offer Dynamics Service for the newest release of Dynamics AX. - March 11, 2016 - Dynamics Software
Gold Mountain Recycling Inc. Announces Acquisition of Steel & Resources Co., Ltd.
Gold Mountain Recycling, Inc. located in Los Angeles and its Consortium take over Steel & Resources Co., Ltd. in South Korea. Steel & Resources Co., Ltd has announced that they have signed definitive acquisition contract pursuant to which the company will be acquired by Gold Mountain... - February 26, 2016 - Gold Mountain Recycling, Inc.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Exhibiting at NACE Corrosion 2016 in Booth #942
Laboratory Testing Inc. will display corrosion testing services in Booth #942 during the NACE Corrosion 2016 Exposition. The show will take place at the Vancouver Convention Center in Vancouver, Canada on March 7-10, 2016. LTI offers a full array of corrosion analysis and testing to determine the susceptibility of materials to corrosion, to identify corrosive agents and more. - February 24, 2016 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Fastener Testing Article from Laboratory Testing Inc. Published by American Fastener Journal
American Fastener Journal published an article from Laboratory Testing Inc. in the January/February 2016 issue entitled “Verifying Quality and Reliability with Fastener Testing.” The article discusses the value of raw material and finished fastener testing in ensuring their safe and reliable use. - February 19, 2016 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Domin-Tex Opens Charleston SC Warehouse, Supporting Sales Offices for the Insulation Trade
Domin-Tex Insulation Corp., an importer of high-temperature and coated textiles has opened a warehouse in South Carolina to service fabricators and insulation specialty companies. Utilizing the Port of Charleston, Domin-Tex will play a critical role in effective supply chain management for clients... - February 03, 2016 - Domin-Tex Sales Co.
AGS Selects GemFind to Help Members with Online Marketing
The American Gem Society (AGS) has announced a new strategic partnership with GemFind. As part of this agreement, AGS members now receive special pricing on GemFind’s web technology services, such as websites, social media marketing, web apps, and more. - January 29, 2016 - GemFind
ESdat Public & Client Portal: A Powerful Online Tool to Share Environmental Data with the Public or a Selected Audience
The Shoalhaven City Council “Aquadata” branded Pubic Portal has now been operating for 12 months. Laboratory results are automatically received into ESdat Online Environmental Database Software, and council staff sent a notification triggering an internal review. Approved results are immediately displayed on the public interface. - January 25, 2016 - Earth Science Information Systems (EScIS)
Metallurgists at Laboratory Testing Inc. Receive GE Certification in Grain Size Evaluation
Two metallurgists from Laboratory Testing Inc. were certified by GE Aviation to perform Grain Size Evaluation. They successfully met the requirements of GE specification S-554 in order to perform evaluations in accordance with GE E50TF133 Issue S10. - January 10, 2016 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Stratistics MRC Announces Its New Report, "Coal Industry Global Market Outlook - Trends, Forecast, and Opportunity Assessment"
According to Stratistics MRC, the factors that are favoring the Coal Industry market growth include rising electricity demand and rapid industrialization. - December 06, 2015 - Stratistics Market Research Consulting Pvt Ltd
Organisers of iPAD Nigeria Mining Forum in Abuja Call Event “a Huge Boost for the Country’s Mining Sector”
“Gathering all the stakeholders to discuss the challenges and the way forward in Nigeria’s mining sector has been a huge boost in confidence for the industry and mining professionals in the country are very optimistic about the sector’s imminent rejuvenation.” This is... - December 06, 2015 - iPAD Nigeria Mining Forum
Great Dykes Mining Company Announces Bushbuckridge Stainless Steel Project Milestone Pass
US$8 Billion Bushbuckridge Stainless Steel (BBRSS) Macro Beneficiation Project passes Proof of Concept milestone, progresses to next phase. - December 04, 2015 - Great Dykes Mining Company (Pty) Ltd
DRC Mining Week Launched After Hugely Successful iPAD DRC and Katanga Mining Week in October
The organisers of the hugely successful iPAD DRC and Katanga Mining Week have announced that the two longstanding mining events in this country are to merge into one strategic show, namely DRC Mining Week in Lubumbashi from 8-9 June next year. “Thanks to the support of the DRC mining... - December 02, 2015 - DRC Mining Week
Laboratory Testing Inc. Scheduled to Exhibit at Power-Gen International 2015
Laboratory Testing Inc. will display materials testing, nondestructive testing and failure analysis services in Booth #4645 during the Power-Gen International Expo in Las Vegas, NV on December 8-10, 2015. LTI’s wide-range of testing services are used to inspect construction materials for power sites and to analyze parts that fail. - November 19, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
200 Mining Experts to Gather for iPAD Nigeria Mining Forum in Abuja Next Week
Some 200 mining experts will gather for the inaugural iPAD Nigeria Mining Forum in Abuja, Nigeria from 18-19 November as the industry expects to gather momentum in the near future. The upcoming iPAD Nigeria Mining Forum in partnership with PwC Nigeria, is regarded as a long overdue strategic... - November 14, 2015 - iPAD Nigeria Mining Forum
Seplat CEO Austin Avuru Confirmed for WAPIC Opening as Power Industry Investment Experts Gather in Lagos This Month
The organisers of the annual West African Power Industry Convention have announced that the celebrated CEO of Seplat Petroleum Development Company, Mr Austin Avuru, will address the opening session of the event on 24 November in Lagos. - November 07, 2015 - Future Energy Nigeria
iPAD Nigeria Mining Forum: Can Nigeria Expect an Investment Boom in Its Mining Sector?
“Nigeria is perhaps the last remaining frontier for mineral investment in the region. With the wide occurrence of minerals and a history of mineral production, Nigeria presents a rare opportunity for serious investors and that opportunity is worth exploring.” This is according to... - November 07, 2015 - iPAD Nigeria Mining Forum
Laboratory Testing Inc. Article in Forge Magazine
Laboratory Testing Inc.’s outside sales representative, Eric Aparnieks, published an article in the October 2015 issue of Forge. The article entitled “Commercial Testing of Forgings” discusses the principal mechanical properties of interest in the forging industry and the most commonly utilized test methods. - November 05, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
IXG’s TECHSEC in Mining 2016 – International Conference on Technology Security in Mining
TECHSEC in Mining 2016 is a carefully designed event that will bring together leading stakeholders in mining sector on an exclusive platform, where they will discuss cutting edge technologies in mining security to take the industry forward. - November 05, 2015 - Information Exchange Group
Randgold Resources and Tenke Fungurume Big Winners at this Year’s DRC Mining Industry Awards at iPAD DRC
Randgold Resources Limited CEO Dr Mark Bristow was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the DRC Mining Industry Awards during a sold-out gala dinner ceremony on Thursday evening in Kinshasa. - October 18, 2015 - iPAD DRC
Rwandan Minister of Natural Resources Dr Vincent Biruta to highlight mining investment potential at iPAD Rwanda’s Mining Forum
"The most exciting project currently happening in the Rwandan mining sector is the transformation of the industry from an artisanal-mining dominated industry to a well-planned professional and mechanized industry,” says the Hon. Dr Vincent Biruta, Rwanda’s Minister of Natural Resources. - October 16, 2015 - iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastucture Forum
Mining Invasion Expected in Lubumbashi Next Week as Katanga Mining Week Kicks Off
Hundreds of mining professionals, global partners, investors and suppliers will descend on Lubumbashi next week for the annual Katanga Mining Week at the Grand Karavia from 20-21 October. The mining community will gather to focus on the local challenges of the province as the copper and cobalt mining hub. - October 15, 2015 - Katanga Mining Week
Laboratory Testing Inc. Exhibiting in Booth #N19071 at the FabTech Expo
Laboratory Testing Inc. will be exhibiting their accredited materials and nondestructive testing, dimensional inspection and calibration services at the FabTech expo in Booth #N19071. The event is being held in Chicago, IL on November 9th – 12th. - October 14, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Finalists Announced in DRC Mining Industry Awards
Ivanhoe Mines, Tiger Resources and Tenke Fungurume are just some of the leading names in mining that have been nominated for the DRC Mining Industry Awards which will be announced at the gala dinner ceremony during iPAD DRC Mining & Infrastructure Indaba on 15 October in Kinshasa. The awards will take place for the second time and celebrate the top people and projects in the sector. - October 09, 2015 - iPAD DRC
Katy Spring’s Growing Fleet of Spring Manufacturing Equipment
The MPK-20H Looping Machine and the Bennett Maxicoil MC-20 S. - October 06, 2015 - Katy Spring & Mfg, Inc.
Viscount Announces Drill Contract and Mobilization at Cherry Creek Nevada
Viscount Mining Corp. is pleased to report that it has begun mobilizing for the 2015 Phase 1 drilling program at its flagship Cherry Creek Nevada Property. - October 06, 2015 - Viscount Mining Corp.