Every now and then, an innovation comes along that changes the industry. Atlas Copco’s range of E-Air VSD compressor range is a game-changer when it comes to performance, energy-efficiency and versatility. The E-Air’s VSD motor is clean, compact, energy-efficient and quiet, while the compressors are easy to install and operate. No emissions, unrivaled efficiency, low … Continue reading Electric mobile air compressors with VSD technology →

Far from its Glasgow head office and the COP26 conference halls, Aggreko has been embarking on a new phase of industrial sustainability north of Kalgoorlie in Western Australia. It has been integral to the development of a newly commissioned gas station at Ora Banda Mining’s Davyhurst Gold Mine, part of a broader global strategy to … Continue reading Aggreko powers smooth energy transition →

SD WAN (software-defined wide area networks) can deliver exceptional networking benefits including better application performance and user experiences, more reliable traffic management, and increased visibility into the network. As organisations are quickly realising – not all SD-WAN offerings are created equal. There are critical steps that must occur between SD-WAN deployment and achieving a return … Continue reading Vocus: Not all SD WAN offerings are created equal →

It’s not uncommon to think if the fasteners are holding the belt together and the material is moving along, the splice is just fine. However, most of all conveyor belt failures are due to improper splicing, and the biggest problems can occur with an improperly spliced belt including mistracking and damage to other conveyor components. … Continue reading A premium quality staple system for mining →

CMOC’s Northparkes mine is one of Australia’s largest copper producers. After completing a ventilation upgrade, the condition of two ventilation shafts which experienced partial failure needed monitoring. Find out how Northparkes identified potential points of failure early and are now better prepared to maintain the essential return air incline. In 2018, CMOC’s Northparkes mine commenced … Continue reading Vent raise hazard monitoring at Northparkes block cave mine →

Global Road Technology has developed an efficient dust management strategy for a client as part of the Cross River Rail project in Brisbane. Cross River Rail (CRR) is Queensland’s largest public transport project. The $5.4 billion project is set to deliver four new underground stations and upgrades to eight above-ground stations. The project also includes … Continue reading Case study: Tunnelling operations dust control →

Hidden in the frame of a massive mining machine, a 60-litre V16 diesel engine rated at 2500hp may not appear significant in a physical sense. Yet its contribution to lower cost of production – and reduced carbon footprint – is critical.

With COVID-19 impacting the ability of mining operators to access service and parts, equipment reliability has never been more important, says Paul Allenby, regional sales manager for Australian mining machinery service provider BTP Group.

A Canadian mining site has deep-shaft mines which go almost 10,000 feet below the surface. As you get further down, the temperature increases so a cooling solution is required to allow miners to continue working.

In the final quarter of 2021, Australian Mining readers were asked to participate in an industry-first survey. The Environmental Technology in Sustainability survey was launched with the aim of gaining a better understanding of how the sector is currently using technology to monitor and carry out environmental and restoration works. This white paper unveils and … Continue reading Environmental Technology in Sustainability Report: Australian Mining Industry Survey Results →

For over 150 Years, Altra Motion has offered the largest selection of industrial couplings available from a single source WORLDWIDE.

RINGSPANN brakes are deployed as stopping, control and holding systems in turbine, ventilator and fan industries, machine tool construction, winch and winding technology, wind power industry, general drive technology, conveyor and crane systems, lifting and handling systems, mining and construction machines, marine technology, recycling technology, metallurgy and shipyard cranes. Contact RINGSPANN Australia Pty Ltd for … Continue reading RINGSPANN Germany is a one-stop supplier for industrial brakes →

Dewatering of fine clean coal and tailings slurry is one of the most important processes undertaken when beneficiating and dewatering coal. To meet environmental and product specifications of the customers, the water content of the end product and tailings need to be repetitive and reliable in order to supply product with the correct moisture levels.

On-gun fume extraction is too heavy, too bulky, and can impact the shielding gas… not anymore!

Say goodbye to splice failure and belt wastage as a new staple fastening system enters the Australian mining industry.

We are told that everything is being improved all the time. So why are unexpected fires and ‘thermal incidents’ still causing risks to workers, capital losses and business interruptions?

The Speedglas Powered Air Training Academy (SPATA) has launched in Australia and New Zealand to provide workplaces with a set of online video training modules to educate and train staff in line with the suggested syllabus set out in the Australian and New Zealand Standard 1715 for workers using respiratory protective equipment.

The Vulco R67 mill lining rubber compound from Weir Minerals is a complete game-changer.

This case study unveils the benefits of real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance found from the results of a trial at a renowned mine.  

Dust suppression maintenance for a Tailings Storage Facility in the Hunter Valley occurred in December 2021.