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Gearless mill drives could be the solution to the copper crisis

ABB experts on the role of hoists and GMD in tackling safety and shortages

Beth McLoughlin
ABB's Francis Lacasse (left) and Wilson Monteiro next to a working model of a gearless mill drive, at MINExpo. Photo: Beth McLoughlin

ABB's Francis Lacasse (left) and Wilson Monteiro next to a working model of a gearless mill drive, at MINExpo. Photo: Beth McLoughlin

With existing mines only predicted to meet 80% of copper demand by 2030 by some estimates, the need to increase supply is urgent. Wilson Monteiro, global business line manager for gearless mill drives...

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