Keeping Mines Running: Modern mine power solutions need to deliver the energy efficiency, reliability and low-maintenance performance that miners expect.

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Title: Keeping Mines Running: Modern mine power solutions need to deliver the energy efficiency, reliability and low-maintenance performance that miners expect.
Authors: Kajastie, Nia
Source: Engineering & Mining Journal (00958948). Feb2026, Vol. 227 Issue 2, p20-24. 4p.
Subject Terms: *Electric motors, *Variable speed drives, *Total cost of ownership, *Electric power systems, *Reliability in engineering, *Maintenance costs, *Energy consumption, *Electrical engineering
Abstract: The article offers several news briefs related to mine power systems and equipment reliability. Topics include the critical role of electric motors and drives in mining operations, advancements in medium-voltage and variable-speed drive technologies, and solutions such as VIDAR motors, SMS Connectors, and Falk V-Class gear drives that improve energy efficiency, reduce downtime, and lower total cost of ownership.
Database: Energy & Power Source
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Abstract:The article offers several news briefs related to mine power systems and equipment reliability. Topics include the critical role of electric motors and drives in mining operations, advancements in medium-voltage and variable-speed drive technologies, and solutions such as VIDAR motors, SMS Connectors, and Falk V-Class gear drives that improve energy efficiency, reduce downtime, and lower total cost of ownership.
ISSN:00958948