IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. This oil-wick mining lamp was made by ...

The depth, the dark, and the dangers inherent in mining created a uniquely dangerous working environment for the miner. Miners faced death from collapsing mines, oxygen deprivation, and haulage ...

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An Australian mining company has rolled out an underground digital network incorporating radio frequency identification to improve safety by tracking its staff and equipment. Anglo Coal has just ...

Northern Light Technologies, the Canadian underground mining and tunnelling cap lamp and communications specialist is extending cap lamp warranties to an industry leading two years. Canadian ...