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February 2009

Energy

Alberta’s 20-year plan for oilsands development is short on specifics

Canadian Business (February 12, 2009) - Alberta has released a 20-year plan intended to give its oilsands developments a cleaner environmental image around the globe, but the strategy is light on specifics. The government report calls for action to reduce emissions, curb fresh water use and cut tailings produced by oilsands projects. But the 50-page document offers no details on how measures to achieve these goals would be enforced.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | February 13, 2009 - 10:42 am

US Government approves Active Control’s wireless mesh communication and tracking system

The US Federal Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has approved Active Control Technology’s (ACT) ActiveMineTM wireless Wi-Fi mesh network system. ActiveMine, a wireless voice communications and locating system for mines, is now cleared for installation in all US underground mines. The Wi-Fi mesh network is capable of handling voice communications, streaming video, real-time tracking and operational data. [...]

International Mining | February 13, 2009 - 1:48 am

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New LM Series™ Ground-Engaging Tools (GET) Feature Safe, Fast, Hammerless Installation and Positive Tip Retention

Caterpillar® LM Series™ Ground-Engaging Tools (GET) are designed specifically to promote safety, productivity and reduced costs on sites operating large mining machines, such as shovels, hydraulic excavators and draglines. The new “hammerless” GET system features the Caterpillar CapSure™ tip-retention design, which allows tip installation and removal by using only a ¾-inch (19 mm) ratchet. The […]

infomine - mining equipment and supplier news | February 12, 2009 - 7:23 pm

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