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March 25, 2025

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SMS Equipment is proud to be the Premiere Sponsor for CIM CONNECT 2025 in Montreal. This year’s theme is Minerals, Innovation and Energy Transition. The program will explore leading-edge approaches to sourcing minerals, changing economic and environmental landscapes and the sustainable practices and technological advancements that will shape the future of mining.

We are delighted to join the conversation by bringing you a panel discussion and 3 technical sessions during the conference:

Mining Energy Transition: Navigating Innovation and the Ecosystem, featuring panelists from Komatsu, ABB, Cummins, Suncor and Canada Nickel Company
The Scoop on Electric Hydraulic Mining Shovels: Reducing Emissions, Improving TCO, and Second-Life Application
Powering Progress: Battery Electric Vehicle Charging for Mobile Mining Equipment
Key Insights for the Successful Implementation of Proximity Detection & Collision Avoidance Technology

You can also meet us in the SMS Equipment Lounge for coffee and a chat or book a meeting with our equipment and technology experts. We look forward to seeing you there and exploring how we can work together for success in your operations.

Join us for our panel discussion

The energy transition is presenting both challenges and opportunities to the mining industry. How can you address those challenges and seize the opportunities?

In Mining Energy Transition: Navigating Innovation and the Ecosystem, we will explore decarbonization innovations and how organizations are leveraging these leading-edge technologies and driving their decarbonization efforts by collaborating with strategic partners like SMS Equipment.

You’ll walk away with actionable insights for navigating the technology landscape, overcoming implementation challenges and building strategies and partnerships for success.

Speaker: Dillon McKinnon, Manager, Mining Equipment Technology, SMS Equipment

Moderator: Mike Brown, EVP – Technology and Innovation, SMS Equipment

Panelists:

Michael Lewis, Technical Director, Komatsu
Max Leudtke, VP – Business Line Mining, ABB
Matthew Blieske, Senior Director, Commercial and Product First Mode Hybrid Systems, Cummins Inc.
Tina Markovic, VP Mine Improvement, Suncor
Mark Selby, Chair and CEO, Canada Nickel Company

The Scoop on Electric Hydraulic Mining Shovels: Reducing Emissions, Improving TCO, and Second-Life Application

Discover the benefits and challenges of electric adoption in hydraulic mining shovels and excavators and hear how the transition from diesel to electric power not only provides a second life for machines but also extends equipment lifecycles and promotes sustainability.

May 5, 3:30–3:55
*Room 513C

Speakers:

Dillon McKinnon, Manager, Mining Equipment Technology, SMS Equipment
Bryce Short, Sales and Marketing Manager, Komatsu Mining Germany

Powering Progress: Battery Electric Vehicle Charging for Mobile Mining Equipment

Wondering how to implement battery electric vehicles in your mine? In this presentation, you’ll learn about battery charging technology, how the ecosystem of charging solutions and equipment is evolving and what to consider when it comes to infrastructure, energy sourcing and interoperability.

May 6, 10:30–10:55
*Room 510B

Speaker: Dillon McKinnon, Manager, Mining Equipment Technology, SMS Equipment

Key Insights for the Successful Implementation of Proximity Detection & Collision Avoidance Technology

Each year, 30% to 40% of mining industry fatalities result from failures in vehicle interaction controls. In this session, you’ll find out how proximity detection and collision avoidance systems can enhance safety. We’ll also discuss implementation strategies, change management and more.

May 6, 11:20–11:45
*Room 510D

Speakers:

Dillon McKinnon, Manager, Mining Equipment Technology, SMS Equipment
Craig Hoffmann, Principal Consultant, Wabtec Digital Mine, Wabtec

Meet the team

Drop by the SMS Equipment Lounge on level 5 anytime to enjoy a cup of java and chat with our team.

Or, if you’d prefer to book a meeting with an equipment sales or technology team member, please contact your rep or Tina Shiikhuu at tshiikhuu@smsequip.com.

We hope to see you there! As partners in your continued growth, SMS Equipment is committed to collaborating with you to ensure your operation’s successful future.

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