Engineering & Mining Journal

As mining operations push for greater reliability and lower operating costs, pinch valves are a strong solution for slurry handling applications. Pinch valves feature a simple, self-cleaning design with no seats, packing, or seals to wear out. The only wetted component is the reinforced elastomer sleeve, making maintenance quick and cost-effective. With bi-directional zero leakage, excellent throttling performance, and resistance to abrasive and corrosive slurries, pinch valves help reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency. #Mining #SlurryHandling #PinchValves #ProcessControl #MiningIndustry #ValveTechnology #IndustrialMaintenance #OperationalExcellence #FlowControl #ReliabilityEngineering

Replacing conveyor idlers is a fact of life in mining, but how often should it really happen? Moisture and abrasive dust can work their way into bearings, causing premature failures and unnecessary maintenance. Superior's Titanium™ Idler Seal is engineered to keep contaminants out and extend roll life by at least 25%. Now standard on all Superior rolls, the protection comes at no additional cost, helping mining operations spend less time replacing rolls.

What design factors matter when processing sticky, high-moisture material in tropical environments? In this episode of Groundwork, McLanahan experts Dave Imler and Blake Pinckney, Global Product Engineering Specialists, discuss how Wobbler Feeders are engineered to handle challenging conditions while supporting efficient material flow. This episode explores feeder design, operating considerations and ways to optimize system performance across demanding applications. Tune in for practical insights that can help improve reliability, efficiency and plant productivity.

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As ore bodies and processing conditions become more challenging, getting more from flotation requires a deeper understanding of frother performance. Join the @syensqo webinar 'Advancing Frother Performance for Emerging Mineral Processing Challenges', which brings together academic expertise and real-world industrial experience. Professor Miguel Maldonado of Universidad de Santiago, Chile, will explore the fundamentals of frother characterization, selection and optimization. Syensqo’s Antonio De La Rosa will then introduce Transfoamer™ and share industrial case studies demonstrating how innovative frother technology can help enhance flotation performance across challenging ore feeds while supporting operational stability. 📅 November 10th | 1:00 p.m. ET

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