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Australian company IMDEX recently showcased its robotic BLASTDOG technology to NASA. By expanding into the space sector, non-space suppliers can become more financially resilient and help diversify the Australian economy. Credit: AROSE

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Robotics and automation are boosting cross-industry collaboration and innovation

The rise of robotics in Australia and the part played by the resources exploration sector

09 July 2024

To make the most of increased automation within the South African mining sector, staff need to be upskilled to match the new technological developments. Credit: Sunshine Seeds

MINING

Automation in mining – the key to South Africa's global competitiveness

Automating mining will be a key factor in South Africa becoming competitive in the global sector

05 July 2024

The order placed with Sandvik by a Southeast Asian mine includes Sandvik DD422i development drills. Credit: Sandvik

MINING

Sandvik's Portuguese and Southeast Asian orders

Latest large mining fleet orders at Sandvik cover European and Asian markets

01 July 2024

Two Cat MD6250 drills that helped to drill one million metres autonomously at Mt Arthur South - courtesy WesTrac

MINING

Drilling a milestone

An in-depth insight into the technology that allowed one million metres of autonomous drilling

01 July 2024

MEDATech’s robotic rod handling system, RodBot, can be fitted to new drill rig, pipe tubs, tracks, or be set beside the drill on a skid or retrofitted to existing units. Credit: MEDATech

GEOTHERMAL

Major Drilling joins forces with MEDATech on RodBot robotic rod handler

Drilling contractor works with robotics specialist to develop a hands-free rod-handling system

27 June 2024

The use of artificial intelligence in the broader construction industry can potentially provide numerous benefits, including greater efficiency and site safety. Credit: blinow61

UTILITIES

Why AI technology is revolutionising the construction industry

Jake Michael, on behalf of EPS Trenchless Installations, discusses the role of AI in construction

13 June 2024

Two of the autonomous Cat MD6250 rotary drills operating at Thiess’ Mt Arthur South operation in New South Wales Credit_WesTrac

MINING

One million metres of autonomous drilling at Mt Arthur South

WesTrac, Cat and Thiess join forces to hit milestone of one million metres of autonomous drilling

07 May 2024

Current generation SHOTPlus is used for surface management and blast design while also being connected to BlastIQ for digital blasting management Credit: Orica

MINING

Orica celebrates 35 years of SHOTPlus

How Orica's SHOTPlus has evolved over 35 years and still continues to do so

02 May 2024

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