“Companies remain focused on maximizing equipment uptime and managing supply chain risks, which has made preventive maintenance, inspections and rapid spare part procurement a major strategic priority.”
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What is the company’s current growth strategy in the US mining market?
Companies remain focused on maximizing equipment uptime and managing supply chain risks, which has made preventive maintenance, inspections and rapid spare part procurement a major strategic priority. At the same time, there are clear signs of a renewed appetite for larger capital projects, especially with the current high commodity prices and the US administration pushing to relocate supply chains back into the country. TAKRAF Group aims to be the preferred partner for mining operations seeking advanced, environmentally responsible material handling solutions, supporting the next era of US mining growth.
We anticipate business growth in the copper and gold markets. We also expect growing demand for our aftermarket support, inspection services, spare parts supply and smaller engineering projects, all aimed at helping clients maximize efficiency and sustainability. Today, emphasis is placed on engineered solutions that reduce the total cost of ownership and environmental impact, and we anticipate increased demand for TAKRAF Group’s Dry Stack Tailings solutions.
Where can TAKRAF contribute the most with several new projects coming online in the US?
We can add value to the mining industry with our extensive product portfolio, ranging from overburden removal to raw material extraction, comminution, crushing, conveying, loading/unloading, processing, blending and storage solutions. By integrating automation, remote condition monitoring and predictive maintenance, we support operators in anticipating equipment failures and optimizing maintenance schedules.
We also have the DELKOR brand, which focuses on liquid/solid separation and beneficiation, and also provide Dry Stack Tailings solutions, which includes thickening, filtration, transportation and stacking. Through our aftermarket services, we provide refurbishments, upgrades, spare parts supply and various other aftermarket support.
What specific advantages do DELKOR High-Density Thickeners provide in the dewatering process?
Our thickened tailings technology focuses on mechanically dewatering mine waste, primarily using DELKOR High-Density or DELKOR Paste Thickeners and associated filtration either via our DELKOR Horizontal Belt Filter or DELKOR Filter Press to produce a manageable filter cake for safer, more sustainable Dry Stack Tailings disposal. This thickened tailings technology addresses one of the most significant environmental risks in mining – tailings dam failures – by reducing the water content and eliminating free water. The technology also contributes to increased process water re-use, and significantly reduces the risk of groundwater contamination.
One of the specific advantages of our DELKOR High-Density Thickeners is their extremely high torque drives. These drives were developed through our global R&D department and operate with 14 MNm MOT (Maximum Operating Torque). This positions us as one of only a few global suppliers with such high-torque drive capability.
Can you highlight some projects TAKRAF is currently working on in the US?
Given the continued global uncertainty, a trend we are seeing in the market is the expansion of existing mines, rather than the development of new mines. We were recently awarded a contract to design and deliver a high-capacity overland conveyor for a US copper mining company that is conducting a major mine expansion . Our Denver office serves as a complete engineering center capable of handling all phases of project development, from conceptual design through to commissioning and aftermarket support.
What will be your priorities and goals for the next year?
For TAKRAF Group and the broader mining sector, the atmosphere surrounding technological advancement has shifted decisively toward sustainability, digitalization and operational efficiency. We are at the forefront of this transformation, driving change through extensive R&D, automation and energy/efficient solutions that aim to reduce the environmental impact of mining while improving productivity. Our vision is to drive mining efficiency, sustainability and innovation – leading the way toward a greener, safer and more productive global mining industry. There is also a trend of growing demand for aftermarket services, inspections and spare parts in the US mining industry, and we aim to continue to strengthen our capabilities in this space.
ESG also remains a major focus for TAKRAF Group. We continue to advance our ESG reporting and initiatives to support our clients, ensuring transparent, accountable and equitable business practices for the future. In 2023, we released our first voluntary sustainability report, which complies with the EU’s European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), and we are about to release our 2024 report in November this year.
What is the company’s current growth strategy in the US mining market?
Companies remain focused on maximizing equipment uptime and managing supply chain risks, which has made preventive maintenance, inspections and rapid spare part procurement a major strategic priority. At the same time, there are clear signs of a renewed appetite for larger capital projects, especially with the current high commodity prices and the US administration pushing to relocate supply chains back into the country. TAKRAF Group aims to be the preferred partner for mining operations seeking advanced, environmentally responsible material handling solutions, supporting the next era of US mining growth.
We anticipate business growth in the copper and gold markets. We also expect growing demand for our aftermarket support, inspection services, spare parts supply and smaller engineering projects, all aimed at helping clients maximize efficiency and sustainability. Today, emphasis is placed on engineered solutions that reduce the total cost of ownership and environmental impact, and we anticipate increased demand for TAKRAF Group’s Dry Stack Tailings solutions.
Where can TAKRAF contribute the most with several new projects coming online in the US?
We can add value to the mining industry with our extensive product portfolio, ranging from overburden removal to raw material extraction, comminution, crushing, conveying, loading/unloading, processing, blending and storage solutions. By integrating automation, remote condition monitoring and predictive maintenance, we support operators in anticipating equipment failures and optimizing maintenance schedules.
We also have the DELKOR brand, which focuses on liquid/solid separation and beneficiation, and also provide Dry Stack Tailings solutions, which includes thickening, filtration, transportation and stacking. Through our aftermarket services, we provide refurbishments, upgrades, spare parts supply and various other aftermarket support.
What specific advantages do DELKOR High-Density Thickeners provide in the dewatering process?
Our thickened tailings technology focuses on mechanically dewatering mine waste, primarily using DELKOR High-Density or DELKOR Paste Thickeners and associated filtration either via our DELKOR Horizontal Belt Filter or DELKOR Filter Press to produce a manageable filter cake for safer, more sustainable Dry Stack Tailings disposal. This thickened tailings technology addresses one of the most significant environmental risks in mining – tailings dam failures – by reducing the water content and eliminating free water. The technology also contributes to increased process water re-use, and significantly reduces the risk of groundwater contamination.
One of the specific advantages of our DELKOR High-Density Thickeners is their extremely high torque drives. These drives were developed through our global R&D department and operate with 14 MNm MOT (Maximum Operating Torque). This positions us as one of only a few global suppliers with such high-torque drive capability.
Can you highlight some projects TAKRAF is currently working on in the US?
Given the continued global uncertainty, a trend we are seeing in the market is the expansion of existing mines, rather than the development of new mines. We were recently awarded a contract to design and deliver a high-capacity overland conveyor for a US copper mining company that is conducting a major mine expansion . Our Denver office serves as a complete engineering center capable of handling all phases of project development, from conceptual design through to commissioning and aftermarket support.
What will be your priorities and goals for the next year?
For TAKRAF Group and the broader mining sector, the atmosphere surrounding technological advancement has shifted decisively toward sustainability, digitalization and operational efficiency. We are at the forefront of this transformation, driving change through extensive R&D, automation and energy/efficient solutions that aim to reduce the environmental impact of mining while improving productivity. Our vision is to drive mining efficiency, sustainability and innovation – leading the way toward a greener, safer and more productive global mining industry. There is also a trend of growing demand for aftermarket services, inspections and spare parts in the US mining industry, and we aim to continue to strengthen our capabilities in this space.
ESG also remains a major focus for TAKRAF Group. We continue to advance our ESG reporting and initiatives to support our clients, ensuring transparent, accountable and equitable business practices for the future. In 2023, we released our first voluntary sustainability report, which complies with the EU’s European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), and we are about to release our 2024 report in November this year.
