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Boliden introducing automation, electrification step by step

Automation and electrification are keys to continuing to transform Boliden Mines into an increasingly competitive and low-cost mining company, Stefan Romedahl, president of the Swedish company, told delegates at the CRU World Copper Conference in Santiago, Chile

Future gains are expected by automating production drilling, especially in underground mines

Future gains are expected by automating production drilling, especially in underground mines

"We are implementing a successful cocktail of electrification," he said. "We are looking at filling in the gaps in mining activities throughout the day by implementing production control and increased...

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