Automated Longwall Systems: The Pniówek Experience

By Reinhard Neuper,vice president of product development, Kopex Machinery S.A. This presentation discusses the basic functionality of the automated longwall systems offered by the Kopex Group. Based on the experience at the Pniówek mine’s Wall C1, which is about...

Application of Shearer Automation in Australia

By Stephen Douglas, projects manager with automation responsibilities, Eickhoff The coal industry in Australia has recently experienced a significant drop in coal prices and the slump within the global market has seen a reduction in the demand for coal, resulting in...

Partnering to Develop a Productive Automated Longwall System

By Mike Calderone, manager, controls and automation systems, JoyGlobal, and Scott Langley, COO, White Oak Resources Partnering and open communication between the longwall operator and supplier is the vital starting point to develop a successful longwall system. That...
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