Atlas Copco MAI GmbH has sold to Minova its business related to self drilling anchors; rock bolts that are primarily used in civil engineering applications. The deal supports Atlas Copco’s strategy within rock reinforcement to focus on products for the mining industry. [From Atlas Copco press release] [Source: Atlas Copco. Image: Minova International]
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