Protected: ‘One of the last remaining’ Western Sydney quarries hits the market

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Protected: ‘Strategically located’ Scrubby Mountain quarry up for sale

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‘Empower the future’: Komatsu unveils new drilling and bolting rigs

Komatsu’s new ZB21 bolter comes with a battery electric option. Image: Komatsu Komatsu has introduced the second generation Z2 product line of small-class development drill and bolting equipment including a  suite of new features.   The new product line includes unique enhancements and attachments, as well as the first battery-electric offering in Komatsu’s underground hard …

‘Exciting’ new research new opportunity for green concrete

Dr Chamila Gunasekara holds a sample of the low-carbon concrete. Image: Michael Quin, RMIT. New research from RMIT University has shown ‘exciting’ results for low-carbon concrete which uses alternative materials like coal ash and pond ash.   The modelling indicated that low-carbon concrete, from RMIT University, had the potential to recycle double the amount of …

More choices, more solutions with consolidated Motion Australia

Motion’s head office in Chullora NSW. Image: Motion Australia Quarry finds out how Motion Australia is living out its promise to provide Australian industrial businesses with ‘more choices, more solutions’. “If it moves, we can add value to it,” Ryan Kendrigan, executive general manager of engineering services at Motion Australia said. “Each business within the …

‘Extremely resilient’: Bonfiglioli’s gearbox growth

Bonfiglioli has expanded across Australia as part of its aim to decentralise its operations. Image: Bonfiglioli Italian company Bonfiglioli is providing quarries with simple, sustainable and reliable gearboxes. It’s no surprise to learn the Australian quarrying industry is in the middle of a skills shortage. According to Jobs and Skills Australia, the country has a …

‘Exciting time’: MLC announce two leadership appointments

Elizabeth Wilkerson and Mike Kiefer. Image: MLC MLC has announced two key leadership changes that will be key to the network of the company’s operations.   Elizabeth Wilkerson has been promoted to vice president for operations, and Mike Kiefer has been appointed vice president for finance and chief finance officer.   Kiefer, who joined MLC, …

‘New chapter’: Volvo CE announce minority stake in VizaLogix

Volvo CE has a minority stake in VizaLogix. Image: Volvo CE Volvo CE has expanded its commitment to technology services for customers with a minority stake in a US-based software company.   Volvo CE has announced a 22 per cent stake in VizaLogix which provides machine monitoring, servicing and tech support in multiple industries.   …

Kinder Australia keep quarries’ conveyors covered

K-AllShelter conveyor belt covers are manufactured using a wide range of optional materials. Image: Kinder Australia Kinder Australia is helping quarries keep dust down while protecting material from the elements with its K-AllShelter Capotex covers. Quarries can be a harsh and unrelating place for conveyors and the material they move. Being exposed to the Australian …

Toolkwip Pumps provides confidence in accessories

Toolkwip supplies accessories tailored for pumps, filtration equipment and flow meters. Image: Toolkwip Quarry learns how Toolkwip Pumps’ accessories catalogue is helping sites find the right tool for the job.  The Toolkwip Pumps team knows its market. The Victorian-based company has been operating for more than two decades in the industry, providing pumps for quarries. …