Caterpillar’s third Global Operator Challenge is coming up. Image: Caterpillar Caterpillar has revealed more details about its third Global Operator Challenge which will see thousands of participants compete worldwide. The company has announced a cash prize of $10,000 is up for grabs, or an equal value trip for two to a location where Caterpillar has …
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Powerscreen chose the Chieftain 1700X for its first scale model. Image: Lincom How do you turn a 25-tonne screener into a desk ornament? Quarry spoke with Powerscreen to find out. Powerscreen is no stranger to engineering new versions of its machinery. In fact, the company’s flagship screener, the Chieftain 1700X, is based on several iterations …
Territory Sands hopes to have its first frac sand quarry near the township of Larrimah operational in 2025. Image: Territory Sands Territory Sands is backing itself to become one of Australia’s key frac sand quarries. The results could have a significant impact on the natural gas industry. Territory Sands has embarked on a journey to …
Image: Yingyaipumi/stock.adobe.com Cement Australia has expanded its presence in Australia after announcing the acquisition of BGC Cementitious, a division of the Buckeridge Group of Companies (BGC). Cement Australia, a joint venture between Heidelberg Materials and Holcim, will acquire a state-of-the-art cement grinding unit with significant capacities through the transaction. A transport fleet and a nationally …
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A render of the proposed VRX Silica site at Arrowsmith North. Image: VRX Silica VRX Silica aims to pioneer a new way forward with its silica sand deposits in Western Australia to support the development of a growing export industry. Ideas can come from the strangest places at the most unexpected times. Bruce Maluish, managing …
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Precisionscreen designs and manufactures its sand washing equipment in Brisbane. Image: Precisionscreen The sand-washing range from Precisionscreen is made for Australian conditions with options for all types of operators and contractors. Demand for natural or manufactured sand is rising in the Australian market, so having the right equipment is essential. Precisionscreen has developed its sand-washing equipment …
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Cavpower hosted a site tour in Adelaide for IQA members. Image: IQA Catch up on the latest news and events enjoyed by the Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) members across the country. Cavpower opened its doors to a site tour of its facilities located at Gepps Cross in Adelaide, specially arranged for IQA Young Member …
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Holcim is a global business. Image: Holcim Holcim has confirmed the looming spin-off of its North American business remains on track to be completed next year. The company is undertaking the full capital market separation of its North American business. The 100 per cent spin-off will be listed on the New York Stock Exchange. The …
Alan Connolly will be the interim chief financial officer. Image: CRH CRH has confirmed its appointment of an interim chief financial officer who will take over from incoming chief executive officer Jim Mintern in 2025. Alan Connolly has been appointed as the interim chief financial officer from January 1, 2025. Connolly will take over from …
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Bathurst Quarries features reserves of decomposed granite. Image: Bathurst Quarries A family-owned quarry is using innovative practices to meet sand demands in central west NSW through its reserves of decomposed granite. Bathurst Quarries has supported local campaign-type projects in the region, including roadworks or site developments in Bathurst, since it was first approved in 1997. …