Water is the foundation of every successful mining operation. No Water, No Mine. In this episode of Mining NOW, filmed at CIM CONNECT, host Rory Bamford sits down with Amanda Alaica-Ciosek, Industrial Water Engineer, Ph.D., P.Eng. at Hatch, to explore why water management has become one of the biggest challenges—and greatest opportunities—in modern mining. As regulations tighten, climate risks increase, and communities demand stronger environmental responsibility, mining companies must rethink water as a strategic asset rather than simply an operational requirement.

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ELEMISSION explores how AI-powered core scanning and LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) technology are transforming mineral exploration. Instead of waiting 30 to 60 days for laboratory assays, mining companies can now receive high-quality geochemical and mineralogical data within hours—helping them make faster, smarter exploration and mining decisions. Watch the full episode to discover how ELEMISSION is helping redefine orebody intelligence for the modern mining industry.

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Every mining project is judged by its return on investment—but are companies focusing on the right part of the operation? In this episode of Mining NOW, host Rory Bamford sits down with Scott Martin, Sales Director Americas, and Stanko Nikolic, Director of Metallurgical Technologies from Glencore Technology, filmed live at CIM Connect, to reveal why the greatest opportunity for increasing project value often lies inside the processing plant—not the mine itself. From understanding mineralogy to optimizing recovery, they explain how small process improvements can unlock millions in additional revenue.

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Maintenance teams in mining generate more equipment data than ever before—yet many operations still struggle with unplanned downtime, fragmented systems, and maintenance decisions based on fixed schedules instead of real asset health. In this episode of Mining NOW, host Jerrod Downey sits down with Craig Banks (COO), Jean-Phillip Bouchard (Chief Sales Officer), and Eli Alston (VP of Product) from DINGO to explore how mining companies can turn condition monitoring into real maintenance action using asset health management, AI, and data-driven reliability strategies.

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The conversation reveals why many feasibility studies may underestimate operating and capital costs, how mining-specific cost indexes provide more accurate projections than general inflation metrics, and why independent cost analysis is becoming essential for mining companies, investors, and project developers. Whether you're involved in gold, copper, or other critical mineral projects, this episode offers valuable insights into reducing risk, improving mine planning, and making smarter investment decisions.

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Mining companies are generating more data than ever before, but without the right system, that data becomes a liability instead of an advantage. In this episode of Mining NOW, filmed at PDAC, host Jerrod Downey sits down with Elliot Flaig and Adam Dunstall, Operations Managers at Acquire, to discuss how mining companies can transform scattered geological, drilling, environmental, and operational data into a trusted single source of truth. Discover why strong data governance is becoming the foundation for faster decisions, improved productivity, AI readiness, and long-term business growth.

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Filmed at CONEXPO-CON/AGG, the team introduces the latest Camel Combination Sewer Cleaner, including its new 16-yard configuration, advanced boom system, and sewer water recycling technology that can save up to 10,000 gallons of fresh water per day.

They also take a deep dive into the Mud Dog Hydro Excavator, discussing its applications, productivity advantages, operator safety features, and what sets it apart in today's competitive hydro excavation market. The conversation also highlights Super Products' commitment to sustainability, safer job sites, and improving efficiency for utility and municipal operations.

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Discover why PhotonAssay™ is reshaping the future of geochemical analysis, where traditional fire assay still fits, and how faster, higher-quality data helps exploration teams reduce risk, improve QA/QC, and accelerate decision-making from exploration through grade control. The discussion also covers coarse gold challenges, large-sample analysis, automation, data confidence, and why technology adoption is becoming a competitive advantage for modern mining operations.

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In this episode of Mining NOW, host Rory Bamford sits down with Phil Franklin, Vice President of Business Development for the Americas at ZenaTech, Inc. / Drone as a Service, to explore how drones are transforming the mining industry. Learn how mining companies are using drone technology for surveying, inspections, stockpile measurements, mapping, exploration, environmental monitoring, and site management without the burden of owning or operating a drone fleet. Phil also shares insights from Drone as a Service's latest mining white paper and explains why aerial data is becoming an essential tool for modern mining operations.

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Mining tire failures can shut down production, create safety risks, and drive up operating costs. In this episode, Christian Erdelyi, Technical Services Director at Kal Tire, explains how the mining industry is using AI-powered tire inspection technology to detect damage earlier and prevent costly haul road problems before they escalate.

Kal Tire performs 1.8 million tire inspections annually and more than 130,000 tire changes, making tire management one of the most critical challenges in mining operations. Christian shares how KalPRO TireSight, developed with Pitcrew AI, delivers autonomous tire inspections across multiple mine sites worldwide, while KalPRO HaulSight, launched with Decoda, helps identify haul road conditions that contribute to tire damage.

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