Craig Marsh is the Business Line Manager for Epiroc’s Surface Division. He talks about ongoing innovation and automation in Epiroc’s fleet of smart surface drill rigs which are replacing more manual-style rigs.
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Research confirms benefits of new concrete additive
First Graphene has had the structural integrity of its PureGRAPH concrete additive affirmed by University of Wollongong research, proving its ability to strengthen concrete and mortar.
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Solar panels replace sand in concrete production
Melbourne researchers and local engineering company OJAS have partnered to upcycle solar panel parts for use in concrete, reducing emissions and raw materials.
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AdBlue shortage under control once more
Australia’s impending AdBlue shortage has been eased by fertiliser manufacturer Incitec Pivot and the Federal Government’s AdBlue Taskforce.
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Making concrete while the sun shines: Holcim powers Humes
Holcim subsidiary, Humes, has confirmed ten of its sites across Australia will benefit from solar power systems by the end of March to produce more sustainable concrete.
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Holcim invests in electric concrete
Holcim has partnered with German start-up Magment to develop a concrete-based solution to electric vehicle charging.
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Thinking outside the box to combat COVID-19, future challenges
Ben Lefroy is the Kleemann National Sales Manager for Wirtgen Australia and New Zealand. He reflects on the ways Wirtgen has navigated the pandemic to continue to provide quality products and services for the quarrying industry, and forecasts the challenges that await both Wirtgen and the industry in general.
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Porous Lane improves built and natural environment
The University of Melbourne has helped an ambitious manufacture to develop highly permeable pavements from recycled tyres to improve water supplies and reduce pollution.
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AdBlue Taskforce safeguards against shortage
Australia’s supply of urea has been addressed by a Federal Government taskforce and backed by the quarrying industry, as concerns were raised over an impending shortage.
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Clay resource key to cow pollution
A natural clay mineral has been identified as a potential fix for a major carbon emitter, reducing pollution while providing a new end use for this quarried material.
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