As commodity prices continue to drop, extractive industry operators are under intense pressure to minimise operational costs.
As a result, initial costs are often more Read more
Disasters strike quarry fantasy locations
Dry Creek Quarry, located in Wellington, New Zealand, was the site of a devastating fire at the end of March.
The active quarry, which is Read more
Mining reclamation study could improve community sentiment
The research, which is being undertaken by Melbourne-based Monash University, involves an on-line community survey targeting mining communities (including members of the general public Read more
Twin hydraulic ram jaw
The 2650 Vanguard jaw is a robust 14.5 tonnes and has a production capacity of around 256 tonnes per hour. The addition of the Read more
New stacker design extends the boundaries
With the downturn in the market in Australia and falling iron ore and coal prices, along with the need for quarrying and mining companies Read more
Impact vs cone crushers: Which is more effective?
The post-primary crushing sector is largely divided into impact crushers for the processing of softer stone and cone crushers for the processing of harder, Read more
Obtaining stockpile measurements: A cost-effective solution
With tripod mounted laser systems now accepted in the industry, quarry owners are seeking a new, more efficient and accurate approach to stockpile. The Read more
Dye used to deter quarry swimming
According to a report by South Yorkshire Times, the abandoned Skelbrooke Quarry located in Doncaster, England recently experienced a spate of trespassing incidents. This Read more
Global screen alliance takes next big step
WS Tyler and Major Wire Industries complement one another with a wide range of screen media solutions. In order to service the US market, Read more
Tribunal backs council in rejection of quarry
In October 2013, Moyne Shire Council refused a work permit for a new limestone quarry in Crossley, in Victoria’s southwest.
The proposal, which was initially Read more