In industries where durability, safety, and precision are non-negotiable, reliability is more than a promise—it is a requirement.

For decades, Dela Torre & Co., Inc. (DCI) has positioned itself as a trusted manufacturer of industrial rubber products and a dependable provider of technical services to the country’s most demanding sectors.

From mining and power generation to maritime, construction, and manufacturing, DCI delivers solutions engineered to perform under pressure—locally and internationally.

A Vision Built on Trust and Performance

DCI’s vision is clear: to be the manufacturer of choice for safe, high-quality industrial rubber products and a trusted technical partner to its clients.

The company’s approach goes beyond product supply. It is anchored in long-term partnerships built on trust, reliability, and measurable value.

In industries where downtime translates directly to cost, clients depend on suppliers who understand operational realities. DCI answers that call with products designed for endurance and services grounded in technical expertise.

Mission-Driven Manufacturing

At the heart of DCI’s operations is a commitment to consistent quality and customer satisfaction. The company strives to exceed expectations by delivering industrial rubber products and services that meet exacting standards for safety and performance.

Equally important is organizational efficiency. DCI operates as a customer-focused enterprise supported by a responsive and reliable network built on mutual loyalty and trust.

Behind every hose, connector, and molded component is a workforce whose technical skill and dedication drive the company forward. DCI recognizes its employees as its strongest asset and fosters a work environment rooted in respect, growth, and recognition for excellence.

Profitability is pursued responsibly, with full awareness of corporate, social, and environmental obligations.

Comprehensive Product Lines and Services

Under its flagship Taurus brand, DCI offers a wide portfolio of industrial rubber solutions designed for heavy-duty applications.

Industrial Rubber Hoses

Hand-built or hand-wrapped, Taurus industrial rubber hoses are available in sizes ranging from 1.0" to 48.0" nominal bore. These hoses are engineered for demanding industrial environments where flexibility and durability are essential.

Rubber Expansion Joints

Available from 3.0" to 100.0" nominal bore, these hand-built expansion joints accommodate movement, vibration, and pressure variations in piping systems. Designs include single- or multi-arch, offset, lateral, concentric, eccentric, tapered, and custom configurations.

Flexible Rubber Connectors

DCI manufactures flexible sleeves for pinch valves, rubber chutes, hoppers, and other specialized applications, ensuring efficient material handling and flow control.

Molded Rubber Products

The Taurus line also includes pump parts, bumpers, bearing pads, seals, valve seats, gaskets, and other molded components tailored to industrial specifications.

Rubber Lining Services

DCI produces high-quality rubber sheets and skirts for industrial, agricultural, and commercial use. Its rubber lining services extend to tanks, pipes, and other vessels, enhancing corrosion resistance and operational lifespan.

Dredging Hoses, Pipe Connectors, and Floaters

For marine and dredging operations, DCI supplies heavy-duty dredging hoses, flexible pipe connectors, and floaters designed for performance in challenging environments.

Pipe and Spool Fabrication

The company fabricates various types of pipes and spools to support customized industrial systems.

Valve Rehabilitation

DCI also rehabilitates butterfly valves ranging from 24" to 84", restoring performance and extending equipment service life.

Built for Industry, Backed by Expertise

With its main office located in Muntinlupa City and its manufacturing plant in Brgy. Sta. Elena, Sto. Tomas, Batangas, DCI combines accessible customer support with robust production capability.

In an era where industries demand both resilience and efficiency, Dela Torre & Co., Inc. continues to prove that strength is engineered—not assumed.

Selecting the right off-the-road (OTR) tire can make a significant difference in the performance, efficiency, and lifespan of your equipment. With different machines, terrains, and working conditions to consider, choosing the right tire can sometimes feel complicated. Higantis helps contractors, fleet owners, and equipment operators find the right tire solutions for their specific applications. One of the key things to understand when selecting an OTR tire is the TRA classification system, which helps identify the tire’s intended use and tread depth.

TRA is the classification system used for OTR tires to indicate both the type of machine the tire is designed for and its tread depth. A typical example is L3, where the letter refers to the equipment category and the number indicates the tread depth and pattern. As the number increases, the tread generally becomes deeper and more durable, making it more suitable for abrasive and demanding environments.

There are four main TRA tire categories used in construction and heavy equipment applications. C refers to tires designed for compactors, G refers to grader applications, E is used for earthmoving equipment, and L indicates loader applications. These classifications help ensure the tire is built to match the type of machine and the work it is intended to perform.

The number in the TRA code represents the tread depth and pattern of the tire. For instance, 1 indicates a ribbed tread with normal depth, 2 indicates a traction tread with normal depth, and 3 represents a standard tread commonly used for general applications. Higher numbers, such as 4 and 5, indicate deep and very deep tread designs, which are more suitable for harsh environments where tires face constant abrasion or cuts. A 7 classification refers to flotation-type tread designs intended for softer ground conditions.

To illustrate how this works, consider the MAXAM MS501, which is classified as an L5 tire. The letter L tells us the tire is designed for loader applications, while the number 5 indicates a very deep tread. This means the tire is built for demanding environments such as quarries, mines, and other abrasive worksites where durability and protection are essential.

Another important factor to consider when selecting an OTR tire is how the machine will travel. Some equipment operates mainly within a job site, while others may need to travel short distances on roads or be transported by trailer. Tire construction and rubber compounds influence how far and how fast a machine can safely travel. Because of this, OTR tires are also rated with load indexes and speed symbols to help determine their load capacity and safe operating speeds.

Choosing the right tire involves more than just reading the TRA code. Machine type, terrain conditions, workload, and travel requirements all play important roles in selecting the best option. With expert guidance and access to trusted brands like MAXAM and RoadX, Higantis helps customers identify the most suitable tire solutions to ensure reliable performance, durability, and efficiency in demanding environments.

Learn more at higantis.com.

At Johnson Screens, the spirit of invention has been in our DNA ever since Edward E. Johnson invented the Vee-Wire in 1904.

Johnson’s original concept for a continuous-slot water well screen was ahead of its time, and we have been setting the industry standard for performance and reliability ever since.

Over time, our highly engineered and precisely fabricated products have made their presence felt in virtually every major industrial application in more than 100 countries around the world.

From the water we drink and the food we eat to the clothing we wear and the buildings in which we live and work, there is a good chance you interact with something touched by a Johnson Screens product every day. We do this in pursuit of a world where protecting lives and our precious natural resources comes first.

Our screening solutions accomplish this by reducing harmful waste, providing clean water, and supporting our customers on their journey toward environmental sustainability.

Water Well Solutions

For more than 120 years, Johnson Screens has been a leading manufacturer of stainless steel and PVC well screens, casing, drop pipe, and accessories for water well, environmental, and oil and gas applications.

The continuous Vee-Wire® slot design allows for lower water entrance velocity, reducing encrustation rates. Johnson Screens Vee-Wire® also resists plugging and prevents sand from damaging pumps, while allowing minimal drawdown and reduced energy use to lift formation fluids.

Our PVC pipe products are manufactured from Type 1, Grade 1 PVC compound with a cell classification of 12454-B per ASTM D1784. Pipe materials are NSF-certified to NSF Standard 61 for Drinking Water System Components — Health Effects and comply strictly with ASTM D1785.

Similarly, our stainless and low-carbon steel casings are ideal for water well and environmental monitoring applications. In addition, our family of NSF-certified and PFAS-free Nu-Well® chemicals for water well rehabilitation is environmentally safe and proven to improve water well efficiency.

Industrial Solutions

Johnson Screens provides a wide portfolio of screens and accessories to support liquid/solids and solids/solids separation across diverse industrial and municipal applications.

Whether in food and beverage, pulp and paper, or power generation facilities, water entering an industrial plant often requires treatment to meet strict quality specifications for industrial processes.

Johnson Screens offers numerous solutions related to industrial water processes, including products for water intake, separation of water and solids, and water treatment. These high-quality OEM screens are integrated into equipment and designed to meet stringent customer specifications.

Our screens are available in slot openings from 25 µm up to 0.984 in. (25 mm). Although commonly made from 300-series stainless steel, our products are also available in a range of specialized alloys to meet specific application requirements.

Additionally, Johnson Screens has developed world-class proprietary Vee-Wire and polyurethane manufacturing processes for mineral processing applications. Our comprehensive range of products and services is supported by in-house innovation, fit-for-purpose material selection, and expertise in mineral sizing, cleaning, and dewatering.

There's a common misconception in mining and industrial operations that all pumps are essentially the same: choose one with the right horsepower or suction and discharge size, and you're good to go. Not quite.

Every mining operation presents unique challenges. Water chemistry, flow rates, head pressure, site access, power availability, and operating conditions all vary significantly. A pump that performs perfectly at one site may struggle at another, leading to inefficiency, increased downtime, and higher operating costs.

The difference between a well-matched pump and a poorly selected one often comes down to understanding a single critical tool — the pump curve.

What Is a Pump Curve?

A pump curve is a graphical representation of how a centrifugal pump performs across a range of operating conditions. It illustrates the relationship between flow rate and head pressure, along with other critical performance data such as efficiency, power consumption, and net positive suction head (NPSH) required.

Think of it as the pump’s performance fingerprint. It shows exactly what the pump can deliver under various conditions, based on manufacturer testing and proven performance data.

Here's the critical point: pump selection without a pump curve is essentially guesswork. The curve is the essential tool that integrates all performance variables, allows you to match the pump to your specific system, and predicts real-world pumping behavior.

The System Curve — The Other Half of the Equation

Understanding the pump curve is only part of the story. Equally important is the system curve, which represents the friction losses and static head present within your piping network. In other words, it shows what your system demands from the pump.

Here's where theory meets reality: a pump never operates at an arbitrary point on its performance curve. It operates at the single point where the pump curve intersects the system curve. This intersection is called the operating point.

For example, when the pump operates at a known speed and the system defines the operating head, the pump delivers an output flow matched to those specific operational parameters. Understanding this intersection is critical for predicting how your pumping system will perform in the field.

Why This Matters for Your Operation

At Truflo Pumps, we've seen firsthand how proper pump selection transforms operational performance. When selecting dewatering solutions, we look beyond simple flow requirements to examine your specific site conditions and challenges. This includes analyzing your system curve, matching it against appropriate pump curves, and selecting equipment that operates efficiently at the required duty point.

The result? Better efficiency, reduced downtime, lower operating costs, and pumps that move water exactly the way you need them to.

Whether you're operating a remote mine site, a quarry, or a major infrastructure project, the principles remain the same. Understanding pump curves and system curves isn't just technical knowledge — it's the foundation of selecting dewatering equipment that will deliver reliable performance over the long term.

Truflo Pumps, along with its Philippines partner, Power Systems Inc., is ready to design and supply the best dewatering systems for your site, whether open-cut or underground.

Major Drilling’s Philippines branch achieved a significant milestone—10 years of safe operations without a Lost Time Injury (LTI). In 2025, the branch surpassed 4 million LTI-free hours by emphasizing proactive safety standards, ongoing training, and open communication. This achievement reflects a sustained commitment to workplace safety and operational discipline, setting a benchmark for the mineral drilling sector in the region.

Major Drilling Philippines (known locally as MDGI Philippines Inc.) supports mineral exploration and development projects across the country, providing specialized services such as coring, reverse circulation, underground, and geotechnical drilling. The branch has grown alongside the industry’s evolving requirements, applying global best practices in safety and technology while maintaining a strong local workforce.

Global Context: Scale and Specialized Expertise

While the Philippines branch celebrates its safety record, Major Drilling Group International enters 2026 with expanded capabilities worldwide. Founded in 1980 in New Brunswick, Canada, the company has evolved from a regional contractor into a global leader in specialized drilling services. Today, it operates across six continents, offering a broad range of specialized drilling services—supported by technology-driven tools for data capture and analytics.

“We’re proud to be part of this great company and bring our branch’s impressive safety record and cohesion to the greater team,” Daniel Paradis, General Manager of the Branch, said. “This creates productive days for clients and helps us keep our particular focus on safety best practices and social responsibility.”

Safety and Fiscal Strength

In fiscal 2025, Major Drilling reported $727.6 million in revenue and invested $72.5 million in fleet modernization, while achieving a Total Recordable Incident Frequency Rate (TRIFR) of 0.74, its lowest in 45 years. These results underscore the company’s emphasis on operational discipline and a safety-first culture.

A major contributor to recent growth was the integration of Explomin Perforaciones in late 2024, adding 92 drills and expanding Major Drilling’s fleet to more than 700 rigs. This acquisition strengthened the company’s presence in South America and increased exposure to copper-focused regions such as Peru, supporting complex drilling programs across multiple jurisdictions.

Driving Innovation: Major+ and AI-Assisted Core Logging

Alongside geographic expansion, Major Drilling has advanced its Major+ innovation platform, combining drilling services with imaging, surveying, and AI-assisted logging. In partnership with KORE GeoSystems, the company introduced a drillside imaging unit that captures high-resolution core photos and uses AI to produce rapid logs, including RQD measurements. Early pilots at G Mining Ventures’ Tocantinzinho project in Brazil demonstrated improvements in decision-making and data consistency.

How It Works

The system integrates a ruggedized imaging station at the drill site, equipped with high-resolution cameras and lighting to capture consistent core photographs. These images are processed through KORE GeoSystems’ AI engine, which applies depth referencing, segmentation, and automated calculations such as RQD and fracture counts. The workflow eliminates manual logging delays by generating preliminary logs within seconds, accessible through a secure cloud platform.

Benefits for Geologists and Project Managers

Traditionally, core logging is labor-intensive and subject to variability in measurement and interpretation. By automating key steps, the AI-assisted system improves accuracy, repeatability, and auditability. Geologists can validate geological models in near real time, reducing the lag between drilling and decision-making. For project managers, this translates into greater agility—holes can be extended, shortened, or redirected while drilling is still in progress, optimizing resource allocation and reducing unnecessary meters drilled.

Impact on Cost and Scheduling

The ability to make informed decisions at the rig site has direct implications for project economics. Faster logging reduces downtime, while improved data quality minimizes the risk of costly errors in resource modeling. For remote projects, where logistics and mobilization costs are significant, these efficiencies can represent substantial savings.

Industry Implications

Beyond operational gains, AI-assisted logging supports data standardization across projects and jurisdictions. Images and logs are indexed, searchable, and depth-referenced, creating a digital audit trail that meets the growing demand for verifiable geodata in compliance reporting and due diligence. The system also enables remote collaboration, allowing experts to review core images and logs from anywhere in the world**,** a capability that became particularly valuable during recent global travel restrictions.

Future Developments

Major Drilling and its technology partners are exploring integration with predictive analytics and geological modeling software, aiming to link real-time logging with dynamic resource models. This could allow drill programs to adapt continuously based on evolving geological interpretations, further reducing uncertainty and improving project outcomes.

Workforce Diversity and Sustainability

Major Drilling employs more than 6,000 people worldwide and invests in workforce development through programs such as Core College and training on new technologies. Its sustainability framework, formalized in 2020, addresses greenhouse gas tracking, water stewardship, community engagement, encouraging women in mining, and partnerships with Indigenous groups. A 2025 idling policy aligns with industry efforts to reduce emissions.

Outlook for the Philippines and Beyond

The Philippines branch’s decade-long safety record illustrates how structured programs and practices can deliver measurable results at the site level. As global mining increasingly targets deeper and more complex deposits, and as sustainability and safety standards rise, drilling contractors capable of integrating technology with skilled execution will play a critical role in project success.

For Major Drilling, this means continuing to combine scale with specialized expertise, embedding data and automation into workflows, and maintaining safety performance that meets the expectations of mining partners worldwide.

Visit majordrilling.com to learn more about the company's services.

The trip from Mapun, Tawi-Tawi, to southern Palawan takes hours across open water, often through rough seas. For Dhevina Tutuh, the journey was worth the risk.

“People used to say my child was not normal. As a mother, that worried me day and night,” Tutuh said.

Tutuh and her daughter Marina traveled about 15 hours by sea to reach the municipality of Bataraza after seeing a social media post announcing a free medical and surgical mission organized by Rio Tuba Nickel Mining Corp. through the RTN Foundation Inc. The mission offered consultations and operations for patients who otherwise have little access to specialized care.

Marina was born with a cleft lip. She was among 289 patients served during the latest outreach conducted by the foundation in partnership with Coral Bay Nickel Corp.

“When I saw the post about the free surgery, I immediately asked if my child could be treated,” Tutuh said in the Mapun dialect. “Even though we came from far away in Mapun, Tawi-Tawi, and it was just the two of us traveling in the rain, I did everything I could to get here. I only want my child to grow up without being looked down on by others.”

Mapun, an island municipality in Tawi-Tawi province, sits closer to Sabah, Malaysia, than to mainland Palawan. Reaching Bataraza requires hours aboard a lansta, a small boat used for inter-island travel. Waves between island provinces in the southern Philippines can make the trip difficult, particularly during bad weather.

Still, patients from remote islands regularly undertake similar journeys to reach the mission site.

Volunteer doctors from Medical Mission to Heaven and Adventist Medical Center Manila led consultations and surgeries during the five-day outreach, held from March 2 to 6. Sixty-three volunteers — including surgeons, nurses and medical interns — participated.

Dr. Mendelssohn Manalaysay, a volunteer oral and maxillofacial surgeon, said the work carries both professional and personal meaning.

“It is gratifying both spiritually and professionally,” Manalaysay said. “When I see my patients — especially those with cleft lip and cleft palate — and witness the gratitude of their parents, I feel deeply thankful to God. Through this mission and the support of Nickel Asia, we have been able to help people in Rio Tuba, across Palawan, and even beyond.”

In addition to cleft lip and palate procedures, doctors treated patients with a range of surgical conditions, including goiter, hernia, gallstones, hemorrhoids, myoma, ovarian cysts, uterine bleeding, lipoma, sebaceous cysts and ganglion cysts.

Maria Julia Cabusao Villanueva, a volunteer nurse, said she was struck by the determination of patients traveling from distant communities.

“This is my first time volunteering in the RTN Foundation medical mission, and it is inspiring to see patients coming from different villages just to receive free medical care,” Villanueva said. “Many of the children are excited because they know they will finally get the treatment they need.”

Organizers said the mission routinely draws patients from remote parts of Palawan and neighboring island provinces, highlighting the persistent gaps in access to hospitals and specialists in rural areas of the Philippines.

Now in its 23rd year, the program continues to bring surgical services directly to communities where such procedures are rarely available.

“We are grateful to the volunteers from Medical Mission to Heaven who continue to bring this mission to the southernmost part of Palawan,” said Reynaldo Dela Rosa, assistant vice president for community relations at Nickel Asia Corp. and executive director of RTN Foundation Inc. “We would not have been able to do this without them.”

The outreach traces its roots to 1990, when Rio Tuba Nickel Mining began conducting medical missions for communities near its operations in southern Palawan. Over time, the program expanded through the support of RTN Foundation and Coral Bay Nickel.

Nickel Asia Corp., the parent company of Rio Tuba Nickel Mining and the RTN Foundation, is the Philippines’ largest producer of lateritic nickel ore.

For Tutuh, the mission brought something far more immediate than corporate outreach or volunteer service — relief.

After Marina’s surgery, she said she no longer has to worry about the condition that once kept her awake at night.

“Thank you very much to the doctors and to everyone at RTNFI and CBNC,” Tutuh said. “My heart is truly happy now; it will no longer be painful for me to see my child in that condition because she has finally undergone surgery.”

Discovering the Strength of Epiroc’s PowerROC T35 MKII

Marking a significant milestone, Epiroc Philippines Inc. currently launched the PowerROC T35 MKII.

Epiroc Philippines Inc. is an industry leader that continues to drive transformative innovation and operational excellence in the Philippine mining & quarrying industry.

NAC Foundation Inc., the philanthropic arm of Nickel Asia Corporation, in partnership with St. Luke’s Medical Center Foundation Inc., the Provincial Government of Eastern Samar and the Municipal Government of Guiuan, conducted a four-day intensive surgical services programme at Felipe Abrigo Memorial Hospital from February 16 to 19.

The initiative delivered specialised surgical care to residents of Eastern Samar, highlighting collaboration between the private sector, healthcare institutions and local government units to improve access to medical services in underserved communities.

A total of 38 major operations and 28 minor procedures were performed by the St. Luke’s surgical team, addressing conditions including anterior neck masses, hernias and cleft lip cases.

St. Luke’s Medical Center Foundation President Dr. Benjamin S.A. Campomanes Jr. said the programme helps bridge healthcare access gaps in the province.

“The main purpose of all our work in the foundation is equitable health. Because the patients can’t come to the hospital, we bring the hospital to the patients. And one thing special with Nickel Asia is that they have committed to help with surgical missions once a year,” Campomanes said.

In addition to surgeries, the programme included Basic Life Support training aimed at strengthening community emergency response capabilities.

Through the St. Luke’s Healthcare Academy, 282 participants completed BLS for Bystanders training. Attendees included barangay officials, local government personnel, members of the Philippine Coast Guard, local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management units and the Philippine National Police.

Nurse Richard Calingasan II of the St. Luke’s Healthcare Academy underscored the importance of community empowerment.

“What we really want, in accordance with the mission and vision of SLMCFI is to empower the community that’s why I’m here to give knowledge, and knowledge can save lives,” he said.

NAC Foundation President Jose Bayani D. Baylon said the initiative reflects the company’s long-standing focus on health and education in its host communities.

“When Manuel B. Zamora, founder of Nickel Asia Corporation, entrusted me with leading NACFI, he emphasised two priorities: health and education. Education, he said, empowers people to rise above poverty; health, because many carry not just the burden of economic hardship, but also the heavy cross of illness. It is our hope that through this partnership with St. Luke’s Medical Center Foundation, Inc., we can help lighten those burdens and bring meaningful, lasting care to the people of Guiuan,” Baylon said.

Guiuan Mayor Annaliza P. Gonzales-Kwan expressed appreciation for the support.

“My heart is full of happiness and gratitude for the love that you gave to my people. In good times and in bad, Nickel Asia Corporation and Hinatuan Mining Corporation are always there for us,” she said.

The surgical mission forms part of Nickel Asia’s broader contribution to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 3 on good health and well-being, by expanding access to quality healthcare and strengthening local capacity for emergency response.

Through sustained partnerships with government and medical institutions, NACFI and SLMCFI aim to continue delivering comprehensive healthcare services and long-term capacity-building programs to communities across Eastern Samar and beyond.

Aiming to preserve and promote the rich heritage of the Tuwali indigenous group of Ifugao, Canadian mining firm OceanaGold is strengthening its partnership with Nueva Vizcaya State University (NVSU) through the company’s Indigenous Peoples (IP) Culture Revitalization Program.

To deepen its engagement with Indigenous communities, OceanaGold Philippines (OGP) President Joan Adaci-Cattiling said the company donated sets of traditional Tuwali attire to the Ifugao Student Association (ISA) at the NVSU Bambang campus.

OceanaGold’s IP Culture Revitalization Program forms part of its broader corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, which emphasize sustainable development and respect for indigenous cultures. The company operates the Didipio Mine in the upland town of Kasibu, Nueva Vizcaya, known for its gold deposits, and maintains a long-standing relationship with local Indigenous communities, including the Tuwali and other groups.

Adaci-Cattiling said the initiative builds on previous efforts to support education, health, livelihood and infrastructure in the area. She emphasized that preserving indigenous culture is a “shared responsibility” and that the company is committed to working hand in hand with local communities to ensure traditions are not lost amid modernization.

“The donation of traditional attire is not just a symbolic gesture but a practical tool for cultural education, allowing students to participate in traditional festivals, school programs and community events in authentic clothing,” Adaci-Cattiling said.

The Ifugao Student Association at the NVSU Bambang campus expressed gratitude for the donation, saying it would help foster pride and identity among Indigenous students.

“These garments will allow us to showcase our heritage during school events and ensure that our traditions are passed on to the next generation,” a student representative said during the ceremony.

University officials also lauded the partnership. Carlo Vadil, vice president for Planning, Development and Information System, said the collaboration with OceanaGold aligns with the university’s mission to promote inclusive education and cultural awareness. Jonar Yago, vice president for Research, Extension and Training, said the initiative complements the university’s extension programs aimed at bringing the benefits of higher education to marginalized communities.

Adaci-Cattiling underscored that OceanaGold’s approach to Indigenous engagement is anchored on the principles of free, prior and informed consent (FPIC), as mandated by Philippine law. She noted that the company previously signed a memorandum of agreement with the Tuwali and other Ifugao communities to ensure its operations in Didipio are conducted with the consent and participation of affected Indigenous groups.

“This latest cultural initiative continues that partnership, demonstrating that mining companies can play a positive role in community development when they prioritize respect for local cultures and sustainable practices,” she said.

Adaci-Cattiling said the IP Culture Revitalization Program is expected to expand in the coming years, with additional support for cultural documentation, language preservation and the development of cultural tourism in Nueva Vizcaya.

“OceanaGold has also pledged to continue investing in education, health and livelihood programs for Indigenous communities, ensuring that the benefits of mining extend beyond the life of the mine,” she added.

She emphasized that by supporting cultural preservation and education, the company aims to help ensure that the heritage of the Tuwali and Ifugao peoples remains vibrant and relevant for future generations.

“As the IP Culture Revitalization Program grows, it offers a model for how responsible mining can coexist with and contribute to the cultural and social well-being of Indigenous communities in the Philippines,” she said.

Weir’s materials technology capabilities are a key factor in WARMAN® MCR® slurry pumps remaining the preferred solution for mill circuit applications among the world’s major miners. Notably, Weir’s long-standing expertise in elastomer science enables its rubber-lined pumps to compete directly with, and often outperform, metal-lined alternatives in abrasive slurry applications.

Advanced elastomer development

Mill circuit slurries typically present a challenging wear environment due to wide particle-size distributions and the presence of hard, angular particles. To address this, Weir formulates and manufactures proprietary elastomer compounds engineered for high abrasion resistance, energy absorption, and tear strength. These compounds are developed in-house, allowing precise control over polymer chemistry, filler systems, and curing processes to optimise performance under dynamic slurry loading.

Continuous R&D investment underpins this capability. Weir’s materials scientists and mechanical engineers collaborate to characterise wear mechanisms, refine compound formulations, and validate performance through laboratory testing and field trials. This iterative development cycle ensures that the WARMAN® MCR® pump remains aligned with evolving operational requirements in the mining and minerals processing sector.

Customer-driven engineering

Weir’s engineering teams work directly with mine operators to diagnose wear patterns, understand process variability, and design component solutions that improve pump reliability and reduce total cost of ownership. This collaborative approach supports broader industry goals around sustainability, process efficiency, and operational safety.

The WARMAN® MCR® pump is a direct outcome of this long-term engineering focus, incorporating decades of empirical data, computational modelling, and materials innovation.

Developing wear-resistant alloys

A key advancement in recent years is the expanded use of Armachrome®, a highly wear-resistant overlay material engineered for extreme abrasion environments. Armachrome® wear parts are now applied to critical pump components such as throatbushes, volute liners, and, increasingly, impellers.

The material’s high hardness and superior erosion resistance enable significant extension of component life. Importantly, Weir applies Armachrome® selectively—targeting high-wear zones such as the impeller eye—rather than coating entire components. This precision application reduces material usage while maximising functional benefit.

Field data has demonstrated substantial performance gains. In oil sands operations, Armachrome® components have shown markedly improved wear life compared with white iron. Similar results have been observed in WARMAN® mill circuit pump installations, validating the material’s effectiveness across multiple slurry environments.

Future materials innovation

As the mining industry seeks to reduce energy consumption, extend maintenance intervals, and lower carbon intensity, advanced wear materials will play an increasingly important role. Weir’s ongoing investment in materials R&D—spanning elastomers, overlays, and composite systems—positions the company to deliver solutions that enhance pump efficiency and durability.

Customers are increasingly selecting Weir products not only for performance, but also for their contribution to sustainability objectives, driven by longer wear life, reduced waste, and improved operational efficiency.

The mining and quarrying industry exposes machinery and equipment to some of the most destructive forces, including abrasion, corrosion, wear, impact, and chemical attack.

Belzona’s high-performance and innovative solutions are engineered for the repair and protection of assets across multiple industries. These solutions have a proven record of minimizing downtime and reducing maintenance costs.

Rapid-Curing Elastomers for Rubber Repair

Rubber components, such as those on conveyor belts and off-road tires, are vulnerable to tearing, ripping, and splitting due to abrasive materials in mining operations.

While rubber is durable, flexible, and absorbs vibration, sharp materials can still penetrate it, causing tears and splits.

Belzona’s cold-cure polyurethane materials provide a reliable solution for in-situ rubber repair without the need for hot work. The rapid cure times of these elastomers make them ideal for emergency repairs.

Chemical-Resistant Systems for Rebuilding and Coating

Mineral processing involves aggressive chemicals such as flocculants and coagulants, which accelerate corrosion and the deterioration of concrete and steel structures.

Belzona’s 4000 Series epoxy repair composites and chemical-resistant coatings protect mining assets against acids and alkalis, even at elevated temperatures.

High-Performance Coatings for Pump Efficiency

Pumps are subjected to constant wear from slurries and subsoil water in mining operations. Traditional welding can introduce heat stress and galvanic corrosion risks to pump components.

Belzona’s cold-curing coating systems provide a safer, faster alternative. Belzona 1341 (Supermetalglide) uses advanced hydrophobic technology to repel process fluids and reduce turbulence, improving pump efficiency by up to 7% on new equipment and up to 20% on refurbished units.

Resistance to Severe Abrasion and Wear

Mining and quarrying equipment, such as chutes and hoppers, suffer abrasion and wear from excavated materials of varying sizes, resulting in cracks, holes, and wall thickness loss.

Belzona’s ceramic-filled composites, combined with Belzona 9811 Alumina tile sheets, create a hard-wearing lining that significantly increases service life. These cold-applied linings require no specialist tools, making them safe and easy to install, even in confined spaces.

Composite Materials for Metal Part Restoration

Belzona 1000 Series paste-grade materials are designed for rebuilding damaged surfaces on metallic substrates, even in wet or immersed conditions. Belzona coating-grade systems protect assets against corrosive media and environmental attack, extending the operational life of critical equipment.

Global Company, Local Service

Belzona has a network of over 160 distributors in more than 120 countries, supported by five corporate offices covering all time zones.

As the authorised distributor of Belzona in the Philippines, Wise Industrial Systems, Inc. provides industrial maintenance solutions in line with Belzona’s strategy to expand its global presence by offering ‘Product Plus’ services across the region.

With the ‘Product Plus’ approach, customers benefit from tailored product specifications, onsite training, ongoing technical support, and aftercare services.

As one of the world's most mineralised nations, with an estimated USD 1 trillion in untapped reserves, mining operations across the Philippines face a consistent challenge — effective water management.

Whether deep underground or in expansive open-pit operations, managing water efficiently can make the difference between operational success and costly downtime.

Truflo Pumps has built its reputation over more than 35 years by understanding exactly what mining operations need when it comes to dewatering solutions. For mines developing their resources, reliable pumping systems are more than just equipment — they are critical infrastructure.

Underground Mining Excellence

Underground mining environments present unique challenges and demand specialised dewatering systems.

Truflo Pumps provides purpose-engineered underground mining pumps designed to handle the unique challenges of subsurface operations — HeliFlo helical rotor pumps, Jumbo Face Pumps, Explosion Proof submersible pumps, High Lift bottom electric pump stations, and Fishtank pumping systems.

Each pump type addresses specific underground mining requirements, from hypersaline water conditions to explosive atmosphere safety, ensuring your operation maintains productivity while meeting the highest safety and environmental standards.

HeliFlo helical rotor pumps are heavy-duty positive displacement pumps designed for harsh hypersaline water. They can handle high solids content and abrasive particles, and require minimal maintenance due to their robust design. These innovative pumps deliver consistent performance where other pumps may struggle with varying water conditions and high mineral content.

Truflo Pumps’ Jumbo Face Pumps feature an open impeller that allows the pump to pass shotcrete fibres and drilling fines. Superior engineering — including hard metal parts, auto-prime, and dry-run mechanical seals — delivers approximately 80% lower cost of ownership than conventional submersibles.

The Jumbo Face Pumps also provide safer operating features than standard pumps — the electric motor is located away from the water, there is no electric cable that can be damaged in front of the pump while drilling, and heavy pumps do not need to be lifted — only the light suction hose.

Truflo Pumps also offers a range of submersible pumps designed and engineered to meet the strictest safety standards for hazardous environments — moving water efficiently while keeping workers safe.

World-Class Solutions for Open-Pit Operations

The company's expertise extends to open-pit mining operations, where scale and reliability are paramount. Truflo Pumps designs and builds bespoke industrial-strength wet ends and complete pumping systems that handle the harsh environment of open-cut mining.

Whether it's diesel-powered pump sets for remote locations, electric systems for established sites, or auto-prime pumps for varying conditions, Truflo Pumps’ world-class equipment is backed by engineering expertise and local support. Their pump sets are available in several configurations — skid, pontoon, or trailer-mounted.

Partnership Approach

What sets Truflo Pumps apart is their partnership approach, designing solutions tailored to Philippine-specific site conditions. Working with Philippine-based Power Systems Inc. ensures that pumps, parts, maintenance, and support are readily available, minimising downtime and maximising operational efficiency.

For Philippine mining operations looking to optimise their dewatering performance — whether underground or across open-pit sites — Truflo Pumps delivers the engineering excellence, product range, and support services that world-class mining demands.

Once a mined-out area, Umahan sa Minahan in Sitio Taga 2 now stands as a model of successful post-mining land rehabilitation.

Covering 1.2 hectares, the site was transformed by Taganito Mining Corporation (TMC) in 2012 into productive farmland to showcase sustainable land use after mining.

What began as a small vegetable and fruit tree plot has since grown into a diversified farming system producing 36 varieties of vegetables, eight types of fruit trees, five banana varieties, root crops, and livestock such as free-range chickens, ducks, rabbits, goats, and sheep.

Through the adoption of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and the technical expertise of trained personnel, Umahan sa Minahan continues to thrive and evolve.

The site is also gradually transitioning to organic farming, reducing chemical inputs while promoting soil health and biodiversity. This transformation demonstrates how responsible mining operations can restore ecological balance and support community-based agriculture.

Recognizing its potential as a model for sustainable agriculture, the Department of Agriculture–Agricultural Training Institute (ATI) officially accredited Umahan sa Minahan as a Learning Site for Agriculture (LSA) on September 21, 2022.

Notably, it is the first accredited LSA established in a mined-out area and the first in the Municipality of Claver — a milestone that reflects TMC’s continuing commitment to environmental rehabilitation, food security, and sustainable development, from ridge to reef.