Construction at the Jansen potash project in Saskatchewan, Canada is nearing the halfway point, and a reliable source of energy is needed to power the mine’s essential infrastructure in readiness for production.   The amount of power required to operate a potash mine...

Nutrien employee’s career journey powered by Supply Chain Canada’s educational opportunities Dana Hough has almost literally worked his way up to where he is today at one of Canada’s largest agricultural and resource firms. Having started with Nutrien at its Allan...

Flotation technology has played a crucial role in mineral processing since the early 1900s. Over the years, while there have been evolutionary changes, the fundamental principle of mineral hydrophobicity, whether natural or induced, continues to underpin the...

When it comes to servicing potash equipment radiators, it typically becomes an “all hands on deck” type of job for the team at West End Radiators. Though they’re experts in heavy-duty cooling systems, they say these potash radiators require careful attention and care...

As a company providing sales and service to the potassium chloride (potash) industry for over 50 years, Welco understands the incredible resource potash is to the Canadian economy and the positive impact it has on communities across the globe. Primarily utilized in...

Venebles Machine Works Step into the realm of mining equipment repair and custom manufacturing, and you'll find a legacy that spans generations. Venables Machine Works, a name synonymous with quality and reliability, has been a cornerstone of the industry since 1931....

Potash mining operations rely heavily on an efficient approach to equipment repair. Potash mining equipment is subjected to rigorous conditions and breakdowns are inevitable. A well-structured repair plan is crucial for decreasing downtime of a circuit or specific...

How heat exchange technology offers a pragmatic approach to decarbonization By Igor Makarenko, Solex Thermal Science and Chris Payne, Econotherm The potash industry has an important role to play in the global pursuit of net-zero targets. As the scale of many...

Saskatchewan has the world’s best potash supply chain for several reasons.  The simple reason is, “Take a look at how much potash we produce!”  The deeper reason, which is the actual why it’s the best, takes a bit of unpacking. If we go back to the beginning, we began...

Many attempts have been made to correct belt misalignment with pivot and tilt mechanisms, sensing rolls, or guide rolls. In order for a trainer to respond, the belt must have already misaligned. The training idler then compensates, pushing the belt in the opposite...