The former Doncaster quarry site could be repurposed. Image: Manningham Council The Manningham Council has confirmed it is investigating the next steps to rehabilitate the site of the former Doncaster Quarry. Earlier this year, the council opened an expressions of interest process to see how the former quarry site could be developed. It was …
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Image: Enrique del Barrio/stock.adobe.com Creating a better future for the quarrying industry starts with recognising the leaders who are breaking new ground today. As the dedicated national magazine for Australian quarrying, Quarry is setting out to highlight the industry leaders shaping the sector’s future. Industry leaders are pioneering change within the industry. Whether they …
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Aptella has acquired Altech Distributors. Image: Aptella Aptella has confirmed its acquisition of Melbourne-based and family-owned Altech Distributors. The Melbourne-based business specialises in cable locators and altimeters used in the construction industry to enhance safety and accuracy. Martin Nix, chief executive officer of Aptella, said the acquisition provided its customers throughout Australia and New …
Image: Enrique del Barrio/stock.adobe.com Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia (CCAA) has outlined its election policy priorities ahead of the 2025 election in Western Australia. The CCAA has called on the next Western Australian Government to develop a heavy construction materials plant that would develop a sustainable supply of construction materials for the state’s infrastructure …
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Image: Kinder Australia A unified system combining DustScrape, AirScrape, TrailScrape, and K-Containment Seal provides an integrated solution for improving overall dust containment. DustScrape: primary dust suppression At the heart of effective dust management is DustScrape, designed to capture dust at critical transfer points. DustScrape utilises a filter cloth that captures fine dust particles produced within …
Image: Cat Caterpillar has unveiled multiple and performance updates on the next generation wheel loaders to increase productivity and operating ease. The new auto front differential lock engages the differential lock to recover or maintain traction. Additionally, upgrades to both auto front and rear differential locks are options for the wheel loaders. The auto lock is …
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EEA Materials Processing is the Australian dealer for Tesab. Image: EEA Materials Processing EEA Materials Processing is revolutionising quarry operations in Australia with the expansion of its Tesab dry hire rental fleet. The new Tesab distributor is offering free demonstrations to customers this summer. A range of Tesab Crushers and Screeners have started arriving in …
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Image: Prime Creative Media After a whirlwind two-day event in July 2024, the stage has been set once again for the PNG Industrial and Mining Resources Exhibition and Conference (PNG Expo) to shine a light on the resources sector in 2025. To again be held at the Stanley Hotel in Port Moresby from July 2–3, …
Image: FM Conway VINCI Construction and FM Conway have confirmed a deal which will see the latter acquired by VINCI Construction. Under the terms of the agreement, FM Conway and its entities will join the network of VINCI Construction. “We’re a proud family business that has grown considerably through sheer hard work and …
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Per Elfgren. Image: SSAB SSAB has announced the appointment of long-time employee Per Elfgren as the successor to Johnny Sjöström to head up SSAB Special Steels. Elfgren previously served the company as the head of market development at SSAB Special Steels. He takes over the role from Johnny Sjöström, who was recently appointed the new …