- SPT will attend the Elko Mining Expo on June 5 and 6 find us at Booth #255.
- Be the first to see StructMaster™ the next-gen for structural logging of oriented core.
- See how SPT solutions improve structural geological map accuracy from rig alignment to structural logging.
Since its inception in 1985, Elko Mining Expo has become one of North America’s most prominent mining trade shows. With over 2,000 industry professionals and 350 exhibitors each year, the event serves as a key networking hub for leading mineral exploration and extraction companies.
Stockholm Precision Tools (SPT) is proud to participate in this year’s edition, reinforcing our leadership in advanced gyroscopic and navigation technologies for mining drilling.
Our presence reflects a long-standing commitment to innovation in high-demand geological environments—where precision, safety, and operational efficiency are non-negotiable.
SPT at Booth #255
We invite attendees to visit booth #255, where our team — Johnnie Noble, Trevor Greener and Eric Estrada — will showcase SPT’s latest precision alignment and navigation technologies for mining operations.
Among the technologies on display:
Polestar Aligner, a drill rig alignment system designed for both underground and surface operations. It enhances setup accuracy and reduces non-productive time.
GyroMaster™, our solid-state gyroscope for continuous directional surveying, recognized for its stability, efficiency, and reliability—even in highly complex geological conditions.
Johnnie giving a live demonstration to a visitor
GyroCore Lite™, a lightweight and efficient solution for core orientation surveys, ideal for drilling campaigns where time and tool handling are critical factors.
This year also marks the U.S. introduction of StructMaster™, the only portable device capable of capturing real structural images directly from the core. This solution sets a new benchmark in structural data acquisition and redefines conventional practices in core analysis.
Technical Presentation on StructMaster™
As part of our participation, Eric Estrada will deliver an exclusive technical session on StructMaster™ on June 5, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., at the Lamoille Conference Rooms. The session will offer an in-depth look at the tool’s capabilities and its impact on structural data interpretation and reporting workflows.
Organized by the Elko Convention and Visitors Authority, the expo brings together thousands of mining professionals in a strategic environment for commercial networking, technical learning, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies.
SPT’s participation aligns with our mission to build lasting partnerships with mining companies focused on optimizing drilling operations through high-precision survey and orientation tools.
Eric showing a visitor how the StructMaster™ works
Mining and Geology in Elko: Outlook for 2025
Located in northeastern Nevada, Elko remains a global mining hotspot—particularly in gold production—thanks to its rich geology, ongoing tech innovation, and forward-looking sustainability policies.
Home to 66 mining districts—56 of which have been productive—Elko County hosts deposits of 19 different minerals, including 11 metals such as gold, silver, copper, and zinc, and 8 industrial minerals like barite, diatomite, and dimension stone. The Carlin Trend stands out as one of the world’s most productive gold districts, accounting for 5.6 million ounces of gold in 2020 alone.
Elko’s geological potential also includes strategic minerals such as lithium, beryllium, and rare earth elements—key components in the clean energy transition.
Industry Snapshot and Key Developments
Nevada Gold Mines operation—jointly managed by Barrick Gold and Newmont Goldcorp—is one of the world’s most productive and technologically advanced mines. This partnership has streamlined resources, lowered costs, and improved efficiency, positioning Elko as a global reference in gold mining.
Lithium is also gaining momentum, with several active exploration projects across Nevada driven by increasing demand for EV batteries and renewable energy technologies.
Eric and Johnnie chatting with visitors at AEMA 2024
Conclusion
Elko continues to lead in 2025 as a global benchmark in mining. Its unique blend of mineral wealth, technological advancement, and sustainable development policy makes it a model for modern mining.
In this dynamic landscape, SPT stands as your trusted technology partner for high-performance drilling operations. Our solutions deliver the structural and directional data you need—with the accuracy and reliability demanded by today’s mining challenges.
Visit us at Booth 255 to discover how SPT technology can help you optimize every meter of your drilling campaign—with certainty, efficiency, and geological confidence.
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