Author: Melodie Murphy

Schaeffler’s split plummer block housing SES for tough environmental conditions features clear markings in the upper housing section to show condition monitoring and lubricant supply connection points, to ensure Industry 4.0 compliance. Image: Schaeffler Global bearings and motion control manufacturer Schaeffler has introduced a new generation of split plummer block housings engineered for the challenging …

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The MOBIREX MR 100i NEO in operation. Image: Kleemann BP Mitchell has been impressed by the performance of the newest addition to its fleet, the MOBIREX MR 100i NEO from Kleemann.   BP Mitchell in Hatfield, north of London, recycles building materials from the Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Essex regions and is one of the most …

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The Women in Industry Awards return in 2025. Image: Prime Creative Media Nominations are officially open for the 2025 Women in Industry Awards. For more than 10 years, these awards recognise outstanding women from across a range of industrial sectors This is your opportunity to recognise the women who are driving change in your industry and …

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McLanahan, in collaboration with its sister company Diefenbach, have launched the Quickchange system. Image: McLanahan McLanahan and Diefenbach have revealed the Quickchange system, a patent-pending innovation for filter press maintenance. The new system is designed for speed, simplicity and safety, and streamlines filter cloth replacement and filter plate inspection, slashing downtime and boosting operational efficiency. …

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BMD proudly delivered the Balance of Plant scope for the Hawkesdale Wind Farm. Image: BMD BMD has announced the balance of plant scope for the Hawkesdale Wind Farm has been successfully carried out.   The wind farm located in southwest Victoria will be able to generate 97 megawatts of clean energy from 23 turbines.   …

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Image: Gorodenkoff/stock.adobe.com Resources Victoria’s regulator has reminded quarry operators about the importance of appropriately storing and managing on-site production waste.   Processing quarry materials creates waste known as slimes. These waste materials need to be stored correctly to protect the environment and land.   “Operators must understand how to store waste, manage it appropriately and …

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Image: Yingyaipumi/stock.adobe.com The European Commission has signed off on Cement Australia’s acquisition of BGC Cementitious assets as the transaction moves closer to completion.  In a note published on March 17, the European Commission announced its findings on the proposed transaction after it received notification of the deal on February 12.   Cement Australia, which is …

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Cemex CEO Jaime Muguiro. Image: Cemex A new era has begun at Cemex as Jaime Muguiro started as the company chief executive officer.   Muguiro takes over from longtime chief executive officer Fernando A. Gonzalez who decided to retire after a long career at Cemex. The company announced the transition plan earlier this year after …

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Heidelberg Materials Completes Acquisition of Giant Cement Holding. Image: Heidelberg Materials North America Heidelberg Materials North America has confirmed the acquisition of Giant Cement Holding Inc. (GCHI) and its subsidiaries.   GCHI’s subsidiaries include Giant Cement Company, Dragon Products Company and Giant Resource Recovery, from the Fortaleza, Uniland and Trituradora groups.   Under the terms …

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Rod Bull and Rod Schrader. Image: Komatsu America Rod Schrader has confirmed he will step down from his chairman and chief executive officer roles at Komatsu America.   Schrader will step down from the dual roles on March 31 before fully retiring on June 30, which brings to an end a career at Komatsu America, …

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