A multinational research team has discussed the use of finely ground silicate rock, such as basalt, in removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
Surfactants testing offers encouraging outcomes
In quarrying, the containment and reduction of dust emissions is an ongoing concern and challenge. An Australian business with experience across the extractive industries has devised a dust reduction solution using the best equipment and testing techniques in modern science.
Wash recycling – at the most optimum
A sand washing plant, predominantly designed by an OEM for sand processing applications, has been successfully installed in a recycled aggregates operation. The plant has proven that it can cope with construction and civil engineering wastes and transform them into clean, consistent recycled products.
Learning from disasters: Recognising the signs
Injuries and fatalities in the extractive industry often occur – and reoccur – because of systemic failures. Tony Ferrazza explains how a course being run by the IQA on behalf of the NSW Resources Regulator is educating quarry professionals to recognise the underlying causes of past safety incidents in their own operations.
Opportunities for C&D materials to support growth of global cities
Resource recovery and utilising alternative construction materials to support urban growth came under the spotlight as part of a recent Engineering Insights virtual event hosted by wet processing industry experts CDE.
Caernarfon Award recognises presentation on Antarctic-based quarrying
A paper on the challenges of quarrying in one of the world’s harshest and inhospitable environments has received this year’s Caernarfon Award.
Fingerboards mineral sands the key for Kalbar
Kalbar Operations has applied for a mining licence for its Fingerboards project in Victoria’s Gippsland region, adding to the potential for a mineral sands hub in the state.
Master Plan edges old Hornsby Quarry closer to new life
Hornsby Shire Council has formally established a Master Plan for the $130 million Hornsby Park project, north of Sydney, after a period of extensive community consultation.
Weir works wonders with tough slurry pump
Weir Minerals has released a hydraulic submersible slurry pump for abrasive applications and large particle handling – the Multiflo Mudflo.
Holcim 3D printing technology helps make history
Holcim has helped build the first 3D printed concrete footbridge, in Venice, Italy, demonstrating the future of minimalistic, environmentally friendly construction.