Mining Equipment You Need to Start a Mining Business

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Mining can be a profitable business, especially if you have the right equipment. Regardless of what type of mine you are planning, mining procedures are similar. You will need machines to reach the mineral resource, collect it and transport it. In addition to machines and tools, you need to find skilled, qualified labor to keep the mine running smoothly.

If you are starting a mining business and you are not sure what equipment you should purchase, look at the following list of tools and machines. All of these items are needed for successful mining operations.

High-Quality Digging Machines

Mining business owners have a wide range of choices in digging equipment. For your specific type of operation, you can purchase diggers with ideal designs that are efficient and long-lasting.

Drills

Drills are best for underground mining and offshore rigs. They can reach deep pockets of mineral resources. Large-diameter drills can create mineshafts, for moving mine workers.

Longwall Miners

The longwall miner is the most common digger used in coal mining for digging out long seams of coal. There are two types: a smaller and faster plow and a large shearing machine that slowly carves out large sections of the coal seam.

Excavators

Open-pit and strip mining operations use excavators. Mining excavators look very similar to construction excavators, but they are much larger and more powerful.

Draglines

Draglines are specialized excavators used in strip mining to shear off the top layer of rock. This layer is also known as overburden. Removing the overburden reveals the resource to be mined.

Earthmovers

Earthmovers such as bulldozers and backhoes are vital to the mining industry. They can move large piles of rocks and dirt very quickly. It is a good idea to have a solid understanding of the mechanics of these machines and to make sure you have access to plenty of replacement parts like kubota v2203 fuel injectors.

Blasting Tools

Blasting tools include explosives as well as safety features for remote detonation and signal jamming. Cell phone and radio signals can trigger detonation on the job. For this reason, you should include signal jammers in the blasting tool package.

Conveyor System

You will need to purchase conveyor parts to construct a conveyor system, to transport large quantities of conveyor belt material. To accommodate the specific needs of your mining operation, you will need custom conveyor belts with conveyor belt winders. Both belts and winders can be specially designed to remove debris above ground or below. Consider your belt’s reeling speed, and find out how you can finetune it to handle the length and angle of the belt.

Conveyor belt material can be hauled out of the mine completely, or it can travel a portion of the distance. Stopping the removal before it exits the shaft allows mine workers to remove materials or reuse them for shoring up the mine.

Trucks

A fleet of trucks is ideal for hauling debris to other locations. Owning your trucks is likely more affordable than renting. Make sure you have spare truck parts for making repairs.

Hand Tools

Purchase hand tools for all mine workers. Hand tools allow miners to clear away rocks without using explosives. They also help workers stabilize the mine by plugging up spaces with boards and rocks.

Miner Safety Equipment

Prioritize the safety of your employees by investing in quality personal protective equipment. At a minimum, you should have the following items for miners:

• Hard hats
• Eye, hand and foot protection
• Respiratory devices
• Hearing protection
• Life jackets and belts
• Safety belts and lines
• Flashlights and headlamps
• Protective clothing
• First aid kits

Once you have heavy-duty machinery, hand tools, and skilled labor you are ready to start the mining process. Best of luck to you as you begin your mining venture.