Volvo has developed an autonomous electric wheel loader and a hauler, the latter being tested in a Swiss Holcim limestone quarry.
Orica pioneers 3D blast analysis with OREPro
Orica has added OREPro 3D to its portfolio of blast analysis software to improve ore recovery, grade and modelling.
Position Partners hits the blindspot with Presien
Position Partners has agreed to distribute the heavy industry’s latest collision avoidance technology from Presien called Blindsight across Australia and New Zealand.
Boral’s lockdown results bolster shareholder confidence
Boral has been less affected by COVID-19 east coast lockdowns than it predicted over the September quarter, with earnings only down by $33 million.
Holcim recognises ‘essential role in society’s progress’
Holcim has honed its focus on its social impact with a new strategy to uplift vulnerable communities with housing and safe work standards.
Safety first: Australian statistics on display by SWA
Safe Work Australia has released its key work health and safety statistics for Australia in 2021 with fatalities halved since 2007 across all industries.
Quarries urged to be COVIDSafe as construction resumes in Victoria
The Victorian Government has repaid the construction sector for its time in a two-week COVID-19 shutdown with a $196.6 million support package.
Hole navigation ensures reliable drilling practice, delivers smooth operation
Epiroc has cemented itself as a leader in drill rig technology – so much so that about 95 per cent of orders for its SmartROC drill rigs include its Hole Navigation System.
Biodegradable tool grease ideal for sustainable contractor
Rammer’s BIO Tool Grease for hydraulic rockbreakers has been developed in collaboration with customers across the extractive industries.
DGS and IGLR wheels the ideal solution
RIMEX has introduced the Double Gutter Service (DGS) Series and Integral Gutter Lock Ring (IGLR) Series wheels to reduce technician labour and decrease vehicle downtime.