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Weir on dewatering challenges, acquires Micromine

Mines are generating more tailings as they dig deeper, creating an urgent dewatering challenge

Traditional methods involve picking up material one bucket load at a time, while pumps like the Multiflo Mudflo quickly targets mud removal with minimal spillage.

Traditional methods involve picking up material one bucket load at a time, while pumps like the Multiflo Mudflo quickly target mud removal with minimal spillage. | Credits: Weir

Tailings management continues to be a persistent issue for miners across the board. As regulations become more stringent, new dewatering technologies are trying to bridge the gap with everything from hydraulic...

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