Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia (CCAA) has contacted the New South Wales industry regulator to better understand the basis for a ‘state-wide blitz’ on dust risk exposure.
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From coffee to concrete: Researchers offer a new solution
The construction materials industry could hold the key to reducing tonnes of landfill-destined coffee waste in Australia, according to a group of Melbourne engineering researchers.
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Survey reveals challenges of an electric-dependent future
A new survey has revealed that the effective electrification of the extractive sector would require a reskilled workforce but could benefit from non-competitive attitudes amongst operators and equipment manufacturers.
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Tony Ingram: Repaying the Institute’s faith
As a champion of professional development, efficiencies and safety within the quarrying industry, and with an innate commitment to the IQA’s values, Tony Ingram demonstrated why he was so deserving of the Institute’s Honorary Fellowship. Damian Christie reports.
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Darren Essex: A stalwart of workplace safety
In 2017 Darren Essex was announced as the winner of the inaugural Quarry Manager of the Year Award (>10 FTE). Essex – who was nominated by his peers in the industry – tells Talia Paz why receiving the award was a team effort.
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Registration opens for CMIC18
Registrations for the biennial Construction Materials Industry Conference (CMIC) have officially commenced, with this year’s program focusing on how the industry can capitalise on the latest infrastructure boom.
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Cabinet, council mull over quarry project
A feasibility study to upgrade a century-old disused quarry was discussed by Queensland Government cabinet ministers when they visited Toowoomba in mid-September.
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Efficient, comfortable surface drill rig
Sandvik’s Ranger DXi surface drill rigs feature a revolving structure that enables superior drilling coverage.
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