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Metso’s largest service centre globally is in Western Australia. Image: Metso Metso provides metrics that are helping quarries reduce unplanned downtime, improve productivity and optimise performance. Technology is enabling quarry managers to view data in real-time, allowing them to make informed decisions to enhance business operations. These data can come in many forms, from metrics …

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New articulated dump trucks deliver power and reliability with a new JD14 engine. Image: John Deere John Deere has introduced new features for its operations centre and articulated dump trucks to benefit its customers. John Deere has revealed new features that will enhance its articulated dump trucks (ADTs) as well as its digital customer experience …

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SSAB has developed the Hardox HiAce for high-impact applications. Image: SSAB In a high-impact industry, compromising on quality products can have costly consequences. SSAB provides some of the best steels possible to help machinery stand up to the task. Quarrying operations often require a significant amount of machinery due to the daily high-impact environment. Machinery …

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Competent engineers, geologists and surveyors come at a cost, but add real value. Image: Eltirus Eltirus founder Steve Franklin explains how quarries should change the way they look at the risks to their resources.  Risk management is a critical part of the management of any quarry business. It manifests itself in many ways. We take …

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The standards are internationally recognised. Image: Komatsu Australia Komatsu Australia has been recognised for its high standards in safety and environmental management. Komatsu Australia has achieved ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, which reflect its commitment to safety and environmental management. The two standards are internationally recognised for occupational health and safety management and environmental management, …

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Matthew Ferguson specialises in working with quarrying and aggregates customers. Image: Multotec Multotec business development manager for quarries and aggregates in Australasia Matthew Ferguson shares his career journey and industry insights. Few people in the quarrying industry can claim to have spent nearly a decade as a line cook; however, Matthew Ferguson’s journey into quarrying …

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Image: T.Schneider//Shutterstock.com Boral has extended its partnership with Road Safety Education Limited (RSE) to deliver education programs for school students.   The partnership has been ongoing since 2018. RSE has delivered the Ryda road safety program which has been delivered to more than 735,000 young Australians nationally.   “We are proud to be a longstanding …

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Dr Juliana Segura-Salazar (left) and Dr Lulit Habte Ekubatsion at UQ’s School of Civil Engineering Concrete Laboratory. Image: Global Centre for Mineral Security An Australian sand mining start-up has gained global recognition from the World Economic Forum for its achievements.   OreSand Inc, which is supported by the University of Queensland, works with companies to …

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Viva Energy is committed to sustainability. Image: Viva Energy Australia Viva Energy Australia is helping the construction sector make strides toward sustainability by showcasing the practicality and environmental benefits of products such as renewable diesel and biodegradable lubricants. The construction industry is at a critical juncture: balancing the demands of productivity with the need for …

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Komatsu and Ouster have signed a new agreement. Image: Komatsu Komatsu has confirmed a partnership with Ouster, which will provide lidar sensors for Komatsu’s autonomous equipment offerings.   It is understood that the companies have signed a multi-million dollar agreement. Under this agreement between Komatsu and Ouster, Komatsu’s autonomous solutions will be equipped with advanced …

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