Metallica Minerals have announced a significant 298 per cent increase to its resources at the Cape Flattery silica sand project in far north Queensland.
Washing equipment supplier launches new identity
McCloskey International has introduced a new brand identity to support the growth and the re-alignment of its washing division and re-emphasise its commitment to the wet processing sector.
Sand quarry secures a ‘peerless’ solution
A collaboration between two suppliers has enabled a quarry in Victoria to introduce a suitable air compressor for its sand washing operations.
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.
Wash plant solutions augment producer’s ambitions
Faced with increased demand for concrete sand, a UK producer has been boosted by the commissioning of a quality wash plant and water and silt management system.
A dependable service in the local market
For almost 20 years, a local equipment dealer has been delivering sand and aggregate washing equipment in Australia.
Gravel site proposed – 15 years early
A gravel quarry proposed by an earthworks and excavation service could provide aggregates for 50 years if it starts production in 2035.
Optimising concrete with recycled sand, aggregates
Virgin sand and aggregates have long been touted for their strength and quality over recycled aggregates. However, as Eunan Kelly explains, the quality and structural integrity of recycled sand and aggregates is now as good – if not better – than the originals.
Limestone business profits from smarter washing solution
American aggregates producer H&H Stone has successfully generated more than two million tonnes of in-spec concrete sand from a previous waste stream material.
APAC silica sand price to increase: VRX Silica
VRX Silica has forecast that the price of silica sand will rise in line with demand and supply constraints from depletion and environmental restrictions on dredging across the Asia-Pacific region.