Image: T.Schneider//Shutterstock.com SGH Ltd (formerly Seven Group Holdings) has revealed it is “excited” about the future of Boral after it released its first-half earning results. SGH’s first-half results were supported by its full acquisition of Boral, which was completed last year. Its overall revenue of $5.5 billion was up two per cent, driven primarily by …
The Volvo Active Control system streamlines processes by automating boom and bucket movements. Image: CJD Equipment The right excavator can make or break a project’s success, which is why Volvo’s mid-range line-up of excavators blends advanced technology with practical design features. Volvo’s E-Series line-up of mid-range excavators have been designed to meet specific operational requirements …
Image: Victoria’s Big Build Humes has supported a key part of Victoria’s North East Link to create a maintenance tunnel that will service the state’s largest road project. The local concreting company is manufacturing 4500 box culverts at its Echuca facility as part of the project. Humes has delivered around 14 concrete culverts a …
Striker Crushing and Screening is a family-owned-and-operated business. Image: Striker Crushing and Screening Craig Pedley, founder and CEO of Striker Crushing and Screening, shares how keeping things simple, rugged and operator-focused has set the Australian business apart from the competition. When Craig Pedley started Striker Crushing and Screening in 1998, he did not have a …
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PWE Quarry Services is based in Victoria. Image: PWE Quarry Services PWE Quarry Services is operating under a new name while expanding its focus on technology. Phil Wade worked hard to build a legacy and a name for his business, Phil Wade Earthmoving. Bryce Wade, his son, told Quarry, the company was Phil’s pride and joy, but …
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Image: FM Conway FM Conway has officially joined the VINCI Construction network after the deal was announced late last year. The two companies have officially signed the agreement, which will see VINCI fully acquire FM Conway, and it became official on January 31. Under the agreement, FM Conway will continue to operate as a standalone …
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Image: Enrique del Barrio/stock.adobe.com Quarry is looking for companies who are pioneering in the crushing sector to showcase in its upcoming April edition. Are you taking the crushing sector to new heights? Crushing is at the heart of the Australian quarrying industry and central to how the country’s critical construction materials are made. From roadbase …
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Three of Mawsons blasthole drills now use GPS guidance and automation. Image: Eltirus Find out why Mawsons quarry development manager Adrian Bull won the 2024 IQA Excellence in Innovation and Community Engagement award. Every year, the IQA recognises an individual’s contribution to excellence and innovation in the quarry industry, including outcomes in community engagement and consultation. …
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Lantrak’s Jason Egan. Image: Jason Egan The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) has launched its ambassador program for 2025 to help grow and support the quarrying sector. The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) has launched one of its key initiatives in 2025 in the IQA Ambassador Program. The program features 26 of the sector’s most …
The Tasmanian branch tour began at the Bridport Pier ruins. Image: IQA Check out the latest events hosted by the Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) for members around Australia. Queensland members rev up for 2025 at Motor Museum event The Brisbane Motor Museum roared to life as members of the Queensland branch and Central Queensland …
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