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Pushing crushing capabilities: how digitalisation is improving comminution

2026-10-10

Digitalization is fundamentally transforming comminution circuits within the mining industry, offering unprecedented visibility and control over crushing and grinding operations. A feature published by Eve Thomas in Mining Technology on October 9, 2026, underscores the critical role of technology integration, highlighting advancements in ore sensing, Advanced Process Control (APC), and integrated cloud technologies as key drivers for efficiency and sustainability in mineral processing. This article for USA Mining News delves into these innovations, exploring their technical applications, industry implications, and the strategic imperative for miners to effectively integrate these digital solutions.

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