Volvo Productivity Services can help quarries gain new insights. Image: CJD Equipment Volvo Productivity Services can bring quarries more insight, additional opportunities for growth and new capabilities to manage operations and proactively enhance site safety and efficiency. In discussions between contractors and heavy equipment manufacturers, the focus often centres on cutting-edge machine technologies to enhance …
The campus will be built in a abandoned quarry. Image: HGA An abandoned rock quarry is set to be thrust into the 21st century with the plans to transform it into a research and innovation centre. Cell Signalling Technology and HGA have unveiled plans to transform a quarry in Manchester-by-the-Sea into a research facility …
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Martin Lindqvist will depart SSAB. Image: SSAB Martin Lindqvist has announced his departure from SSAB after nearly three decades at the company, citing a desire to broaden his career. SSAB confirmed Lindqvist’s departure from the company where he started in 1998. Lindqvist spent 13 years as the president and chief executive. “During Martin’s …
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The former Doncaster quarry site could be repurposed. Image: Manningham Council A former Victorian quarry could be transformed as Manningham Council seeks to find new ways to fund the increasing costs of services. The council is investigating developing the former Doncaster Quarry site on Blackburn Rd in Doncaster East under its Strategic Property Portfolio …
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The pughead is considerably longer than other pugmills. Image: Precisionscreen Precisionscreen’s Scorpion Pugmill is an Australian-made machine designed to make operators’ lives easier. Australia’s scorpions usually make a name for themselves in burrows, but Precisionscreen’s Scorpion Pugmill is making its name in the nation’s aggregate industry. When asked why the company’s Scorpion Pugmill has been …
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The Liebherr PR 766 Litronic is a new addition to the Newcastle business. Image: Liebherr Newcastle Quarry Products recently took ownership of the Liebherr PR 766 Litronic. The company’s quarry manager, Matt Frost, spoke with Quarry about the early benefits. When it comes to equipment for Quarry Products Newcastle, build quality and fuel efficiency are …
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Image: Tricon Equipment In the ever-evolving landscape of heavy machinery, innovation is the key to unlocking new levels of efficiency and productivity. Tricon Equipment, a trusted name in the industry, runs us through the Terex MDS M515 heavy duty track trommel. At the heart of the Terex MDS M515 lies its unparalleled performance capabilities. Designed with heavy-duty …
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Komatsu and DHL have partnered up. Image: Komatsu Australia Komatsu Australia has signed up for a million-dollar pilot program to utilise sustainable aviation fuel to reduce the emissions related to Komatsu’s air express shipments in Australia in 2024. The new initiative is part of Komatsu’s ambitious commitment to slash their carbon footprint by 50 per …
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The XMOR Bucket from ONTRAC is making an impact. Image: ONTRAC Quarry explores how dealers and original equipment manufacturers can help utilise the XMOR Bucket. Often, clients reach out directly to ONTRAC after hearing about the XMOR Bucket, which is quickly making a name for itself in Australia’s heavy industries. JK Williams took a slightly different approach. …
The Victorian Resources Regulator has shone the spotlight. Image: Image: Michael Evans/stock.adobe.com Quarries are being urged by the Victorian regulator to ensure their operations are compliant with regulations for commercial activities. In recent times, the Victorian Earth Resources regulator has issued notices to quarries across the state to remind them of compliance measures. …
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