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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Keestrack – Giant Bivitec (C8)
Dust pollution to be monitored in real time
As a 'modern' alternative to examining dust deposits, a planning and environmental authority will work with the operator to conduct dust monitoring in real time at the Albion Park quarry.
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Historic quarries vying to be top tourist sites
The owners of two idle quarries have spent more than seven years lobbying local council to transform both into tourist destinations, with one said to potentially ‘rival’ Belfast’s Titanic Attraction.
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Supplier open day highlights relocation, new offerings
Earthmoving equipment supplier Onetrak has recently celebrated re-opening its business in Western Australia and has launched a new product line at an open day event.
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High tech investment boosts plant safety, efficiency
An Australian aggregates producer has worked closely with a global crushing supplier to revamp its ageing primary and tertiary plants. As David Leroy explains, both Metso and Boral encountered challenges in the installation of new for old.
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Excavator makes big screen appearance
A leading global earthmoving vehicle supplier has had one of its excavators appear on the silver screen.
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Ron Durrington: Five decades of dedication to business improvement
The IQA Sydenham Hill Industry Award, sponsored by Retracom, recognises the demonstrable achievements of a quarry professional, not only within the IQA but the quarrying industry at large. In 2016 the recipient of this illustrious award was Ron Durrington, who has tirelessly and enthusiastically worked in the same site for more than 50 years.
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Dual-deck screen with flip-flow technology
Powerscreen’s Warrior 2100 Spaleck is one of two new variants of the conventional Warrior 2100 screen.
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