A new Manufacturing Renewables Taskforce aims to drive the use of New South Wales materials and support local manufacturers.
Belt cleaning: just deal with it
Why expend any time or effort into cleaning the conveyor belt when it’s only going to become dirty again? As Bradley Owen of Kinder Australia explains, producers that pay close attention to the belt will be able to employ a range of belt cleaning solutions that are cost-effective and enhance the belt’s efficiency.
Strategic ‘on the ground’ efficiency via conveyors assists leading frac sand producer
A North American frac sand producer has achieved significant savings in its bulk handling operations by turning to mobile, stackable conveyors over traditional loading and transport systems.
Mobile jaw proves its mettle in Victorian metro quarry project
A reputable mobile jaw crusher has been incorporated in a local quarry business to help deliver the Mordialloc Freeway project in Victoria.
Boral receives approval for Dunmore Sand and Soil operations expansion
After a series of hearings, the New South Wales Independent Planning Commission has greenlit Boral’s application to expand its sand quarry operations at the Dunmore Quarry.
Tackling planning challenges to bring new quarries to life
Paul Stewart and Garrett Hall argue the extractive industry will have to be more proactive and consultative in the planning of new quarries if it is to satisfactorily meet the conflicting demands of construction materials supply and environmental responsibility.
A peerless solution: Sand quarry gains efficiency
A collaboration between two suppliers has enabled a quarry in Victoria to introduce a suitable air compressor for its sand washing operations.
Two of seven: Crawler excavators complete Gen 8 series
Since the beginning of 2019, Liebherr has launched seven crawler excavator models under 50 tonnes.
Specialist construction products supplier introduces carbon removal technology for concrete
CE Construction Solutions has announced it will be distributing the CarbonCure carbon removal technology for Australia’s concrete producers.
Earthquake simulations safeguard heritage buildings in Adelaide
A University of Adelaide project is simulating the impacts of earthquakes on some of the city’s oldest buildings to test their structural integrity.