Cemex Ventures has invested in KC8 Capture Technologies. Image: Cemex Cemex has backed an Australian start-up KC8 Capture Technology to help scale its technologies to new heights.   KC8’s ambition is to create an affordable pathway away from fossil fuels to reduce greenhouse gas emissions for the construction industry. The Australian company has a proprietary …

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Thomas Fröst, President, Independent and Emerging Business, at SKF. Image: SKF SKF has agreed to acquire the lubrication and flow management businesses from Australian-based John Sample Group.  The agreement bolsters SKF’s presence in the sector and business operations in India and the Southeast Asia region. JSG has grown its lubrication management systems and services, and …

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VisionLink® Productivity from Caterpillar can help quarries. Image: Caterpillar VisionLink® Productivity from Caterpillar can help quarries run better projects by providing visibility into key metrics, gaining operator buy-in, and gaining a competitive edge. Caterpillar discusses what VisionLink Productivity can do for the modern quarry. Running a project in a quarry is by no means an …

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The Volvo EC950E is built to withstand the rigours of demanding applications. Image: CJD Equipment The Volvo EC950E excavator is not just about raw power – it blends strength and cutting-edge technology to easily tackle the most demanding projects. Efficiency and safety of heavy machinery are paramount in the fast-paced world of Australian quarry operations. …

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ESS Engineering can design custom solutions to reduce dust. Image: ESS Engineering ESS Engineering’s range of dust suppression sprays, sealing and belt support systems, and chute designs provide a customised solution for reducing dust on industrial sites. Dust is common in many industrial sectors as dust is generated wherever there is bulk material movement or …

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The FT300 Cone Crusher at Hazell Brothers Raeburn Quarry. Image: Prime Creative Media Astec Industries has supported Hazell Brothers’ operations at Raeburn Quarry with crushing equipment that has stood the test of time. The FT300 Cone Crusher at Hazell Brothers Raeburn Quarry has demonstrated stellar performance for a decade, highlighting the durability of well-engineered machinery. …

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Shell PANOLIN biodegradable lubricants have been launched in Australia. Image: Viva Energy Australia Viva Energy Australia, the Shell Lubricant Macro Distributor, has launched Shell PANOLIN biodegradable lubricants. Lubricants play a vital role in keeping the world moving and machinery operating efficiently. As the world’s need for mobility, construction and industrial production grows, the demand for …

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Komatsu and Rio Tinto celebrated a historic milestone in August, with Rio Tinto’s Pilbara operations in Western Australia accepting delivery of their 300th autonomous haulage system (AHS) truck. Image: Komatsu Rio Tinto has celebrated the delivery of its 300th autonomous haulage system truck from Komatsu in a major milestone for the two companies.   The …

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CRH has an international presence. Image: CRH CRH has announced “robust” financial performance from its second-quarter results for 2024.   The company highlighted its “differentiated strategy” as key to its financial performance with the “carefully constructed” portfolio and extensive operations mitigating adverse weather.   The second quarter results include the July acquisition of the majority …

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Dan Funcannon, senior vice president of Surface Haulage, Komatsu, Joachim Braun, division president for ABB Process Industries, Brian Fox, senior vice president of mining strategy & innovation at Komatsu, Max Luedtke, global business line manager for mining, ABB Process Industries. Image: Komatsu Komatsu has announced a strategic partnership with ABB to bring plans for an …

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