A spherical roller bearing solid-block housed unit has played an integral role in solving a constant bearing problem on the tail drum of the main conveyor in a Queensland sand washing operation.
New deal stacks up for Astec, OPS Group
Astec Australia has signed a new, exclusive deal with its Australian dealer OPS for Astec Telestack products in Australia.
Global quarrying exhibition to be held online
As a prelude to its traditional three-day outdoor event, the QMJ Group will deliver a Hillhead quarrying exhibition digitally on 30 and 31 March, 2021.
FLSmidth eyes thyssenkrupp takeover
Engineering company FLSmidth is in negotiations with thyssenkrupp to acquire its mining business.
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.
VEGAPULS 69 radar sensor, app for enhanced detection
The VEGAPULS 69 sensor is designed for reliable measurements, regardless of materials build-up in quarry environments.
Quarry crusher gets a boost with drive belt upgrade
Crushers are the backbone of any quarry operation, so it’s imperative that they are always operating, rain, hail or shine.
A belt for the toughest jobs
McLennan Earthmoving in South Grafton of New South Wales is a key supplier of quarry products, including granite aggregates and industrial sands, to major civil and infrastructure projects in the region. With a large fleet of trucks and earthmoving equipment, the family owned business also delivers a wide range of civil construction and site preparation projects to the local community.
Metso Outotec merger sets sights on tomorrow
Metso has officially merged its minerals business with Outotec to form a new company with aims to become an industry leader across the minerals, aggregates, metals refining and recycling industries.