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At B2Gold’s Goose mine in Nunavut, Canada, mining is shaped as much by distance and climate as by geology. For most of the year, temperatures sit well below freezing, with winter dominating the calendar. In the coldest periods, wind chills can drop below –50°C, placing constant strain on both people and equipment.
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Supplying European tungsten responsibly and reliably
High in the Austrian Alps, beneath the rugged peaks of the Hohe Tauern mountains, lies one of Europe’s most strategically important mining operations.
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Supplying European tungsten responsibly and reliably
High in the Austrian Alps, beneath the rugged peaks of the Hohe Tauern mountains, lies one of Europe’s most strategically important mining operations.
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High-performance mining in the Canadian ArcticCustomer storiesHigh-performance mining in the Canadian Arctic
At B2Gold’s Goose mine in Nunavut, Canada, mining is shaped as much by distance and climate as by geology. For most of the year, temperatures sit well below freezing, with winter dominating the calendar. In the coldest periods, wind chills can drop below –50°C, placing constant strain on both people and equipment. -
Long-term partnership at major quarry operationsCustomer storiesLong-term partnership at major quarry operations
Natland Graveservice AS is renewing its drilling fleet in the major Tau and Jelsa quarries in southwest Norway. By selecting Sandvik as a long-term partner, the company is taking a strategic step to meet increasing demands for productivity, safety, and sustainability. With new rigs, advanced rock tools, and a comprehensive service agreement, Natland Graveservice is strengthening its capacity for the years ahead. -
Supplying European tungsten responsibly and reliablyCustomer storiesSupplying European tungsten responsibly and reliably
High in the Austrian Alps, beneath the rugged peaks of the Hohe Tauern mountains, lies one of Europe’s most strategically important mining operations.
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