Does concrete composed of recycled concrete aggregate suffer from higher shrinkages and lower densities and strengths compared with concrete composed of virgin aggregates? Bradley Whiting, Timothy McCarthy and Eric Lume describe the methodology and outcomes of a series of trials undertaken on a commercially available recycled concrete aggregate.
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Sophisticated quarrying: excavator supports in-pit crushing system
One of Australia’s largest in-pit crushing operations has brought in some extra “muscle” – in the form of a 114-tonne excavator – to ensure supply keeps up with demand.
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DE carbide drill bits promise more bit life
Sandvik has announced the release of a new range of drill bits for mining exploration, production and grade control applications, which deliver massive increases in bit life, particularly in very challenging ground conditions.
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Quarry a ‘gem’ for the community
A quarry has found an innovative way to contribute to its community by leveraging the distinctive volcanic material located at its site.
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Do your rosters minimise fatigue?
Based on information collected from a study of more than 23,000 shift workers in the mining industry, Jim Huemmer discusses how rosters and actual hours of work can be tailored to an organisation?s needs and its workforce, while minimising fatigue.
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New centre to boost industry productivity
A global equipment supplier has opened a new support centre to reduce downtime and increase productivity for its Australian customers.
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Compact loader for recycling market
JCB?s 467 ZX 24-tonne wheel loader with a 4.2 metre bucket has hit the recycling market.
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End of year cheer for quarry extensions
Three approvals are on the cards for quarries along the country?s east coast.
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Animals ?bear? the scars of disturbed landscapes
Restoring a disturbed landscape after mining is not a guarantee that the animals that once lived there will return, according to a new Australian study.
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Ants carry the load on exploration
Australia?s most numerous mining prospectors can show us where new gold
deposits are ? and they?re not of the regular two-legged variety,
according to the CSIRO.
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