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R. STAHL LED floodlights: Compact LED floodlights in a robust stainless steel enclosure

Control Logic has now made a new generation of explosion-protected LED floodlights from R. STAHL available.

Available in three performance classes with 100 W, 160 W and 225 W, these high-performance floodlights feature IK 10 impact-resistant IP 66 degree of protection with a robust stainless steel enclosure and are capable of withstanding even temperatures as extreme as -60°C and +60°C.

Suitable for marine and offshore use, R. STAHL’s range of products also includes enclosure versions made of 316L double-coated stainless steel. Thanks to their streamlined design and new driver technology, the weight of these devices has been reduced to between 19 and 15.5 kg, depending on the model. The input voltage range has been expanded to 100 V to 277 V AC for global use and to 176 V to 264 V for DC ranges.

These models are optionally available with wide-beam, medium-beam or narrow-beam light distribution and achieve lighting efficiency of over 100 lm/W, thereby meeting the criteria for most public support measures.

The floodlights are available in cold white (6500 K), neutral white (5000 K) and warm white (4000 K) light colours as standard.

Additionally, extra-warm white and phosphorus-converted yellow LED versions are available in order to fulfil demand for environmentally friendly outdoor lighting.

As well as the easy-to-install 612/2 series for Zone 1, the range also includes the 6525/21 and 6525/22 model series, specifically designed for operation in Zones 2, 21 and 22.

These floodlights 6525/22 mean that there is no need for time-consuming restricted breathing tests after installation or maintenance, and can optionally be supplied with an integrated DALI interface for digitally networked lighting management.

  • controllogic.com.au
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Emerson RXi2-BP industrial PC: Next-gen ruggedised computing

Now available from Control Logic is a new range of industrial PCs, the RXi2-BP from Emerson.

The powerful, expandable and reliable industrial computers offer new processor choices, increased and faster storage, improved graphics and enhanced security features.

Emerson uses the latest AMD Ryzen family processors and supports up to 16GB of ECC RAM, four to six Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, and industrial grade high-speed SSD storage to complete the high-performance design.

These features make the RXi2-BP IPC the perfect platform for running industrial applications right at the machine, in any environment.

The RXi2-BP IPC delivers compact, rugged, mid-to high-range performance computing capabilities to run HMI, historian, and analytics applications right at the machine to enable improved real-time control of operations and better integration into plant-wide systems.

All aspects of the RXi2-BP IPC have been engineered for reliability in harsh environments and feature high quality industrial components, a rugged design, and fanless operation, it is perfect for both commercial and industrial applications.

Emerson’s RXi2-BP IPC is a highly reliable IPC with a long-life cycle.

Combining outstanding compute capabilities with a compact and robust enclosure, the RXi2-BP is ideal for a range of demanding industrial applications.

  • controllogic.com.au
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Load volume scanning: A game-changer for mining

Many mines regularly underload their trucks, requiring additional truck movements to shift the same amount of material, reducing profitability.

During a load audit study, Loadscan found a customer over-stating loads by 13.7 per cent when measured against loads scanned with its load volume scanning (LVS) system.

As a result of the study, the customer purchased a Loadscan LVS and was able to increase actual loaded volumes by 15.8 per cent.

The Loadscan LVS accurately measures loads and generates 3D scan images that clearly indicate underloading, enabling corrective action (including operator training and coaching) to be taken.

The scans indicate if there is carryback in the bins, enabling it to be deducted from shift tallies. This improves load reporting accuracy and allows carryback to be scraped out.

Loadscan has also developed a payload calculator to determine value lost due to underloading.

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Liebherr T 236 trucks to run on trolley mode

Liebherr has signed a €20 million ($33.2 million) trolley development contract with Austria’s iron ore producer VA Erzberg for six 100-tonne T 236 mining trucks.

The trucks will operate on a five-kilometre track with the upper section at around 1055 metres above sea level, connecting the truck drive system to the overhead power lines on uphill haulage segments to drive with electric power.

This allows for tracks with small radiuses and even switchbacks, as well as a wider use of the haul road width, particularly when road conditions are suboptimal.

When connected to the overhead power lines in trolley mode, the full power capacity of the electric wheel motors of the T 236 can be translated into speed on grade, while the diesel engine idles.

VA Erzberg anticipates a reduction of around three million litres of diesel for the transport of more than 13 million tonnes of rock per year thanks to the technology.

• liebherr.com

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BLASTMAP helps launch precise blasts

BME has designed BLASTMAP to help operators design blast timing to be jointly used with BME’s digital initiation system, AXXIS.

This powerful blast design software tool allows design of the blasts from hole layouts to charge quantities, deck charging and blast timing, to name a few. 

Some of BLASTMAP’s capabilities include importing survey data of the block geometry, holes and surface; virtually creating a blast and pattern with hole diameters; and calculating costs and quantities based on actual drilling information.

BLASTMAP can also produce a 360-degree view of a blast in 3D, enter charge and timing designs based on actual hole positions, as well as analyse blast timing using timing simulation options. 

BLASTMAP will optimise the use of AXXIS electronic delay detonators as it’s capable of importing and exporting AXXIS electronic detonator IDs and design timing. 

BLASTMAP also integrates seamlessly with BME’s drill and blast data capturing system called XPLOLOG to export the blast design to XPLOLOG where the actual values are entered and compared with the design values.

• bme.co.za

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Keech ships next gen cast lip

Keech Australia has shipped its next generation cast lip, the first to be released under the Keech KOBRA brand. The KOBRA 660 cast lip is off to one of the Hunter Valley’s major coal mines for use on a 350-tonne excavator.

KOBRA is a showcase of Keech’s advanced manufacturing capabilities and the research and development Keech has been engaged in during the past few years. The cast lip is a one-piece casting using Keech’s own proprietary steel, improving stress distribution across the lip. It is lighter and stronger than other comparable products.

The streamlined profile means clients will benefit from more efficient machine operation and greater bucket filling rates. The KOBRA cast lip system uses Keech’s patented KEELOCK retention system, allowing for faster changeouts with less downtime.

The six-station lip can be fitted with the full suite of KOBRA GET (ground engaging tools), giving better coverage across the lip, an improved casting design that protects the shrouds from backblading and allows for smoother bucket operation and reduced cost of ownership.

• keech.com.au

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Power for remote applications, communications

The Independent Smart Pole (ISP1/ISP2), depending on its configuration, will provide either 40 or 80 watt of continuous power 24/7.

There is enough redundancy built into the system to provide continuous power for three days without further solar or wind generation.

This is achieved by using a 400-watt wind turbine generator and two 360-watt photo-voltaic (PV) panels on the ISP1, and a 400-watt wind turbine generator and two 470-watt PV panels on the ISP2.

The units wind-solar hybrid successfully powers a range of highly efficient and functional application using its AGM/LiFePo4 battery technology, coupled with the controller’s smart power management techniques to satisfy consumer requirements.

The inbuilt software can conserve energy by controlling the load on/off times, and load power levels and can increase the power for periods as required. After the requirement is met, it returns to reduced standby power.

Smart pole’s benefits include remote flexible and efficient deployment capability; removing the requirement for grid connection and fibre network infrastructure in remote areas; fully standalone system with independent recording; remote monitoring and configuration of the units; and extensive intelligent video analytics capability.

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ifm efector sensor helps guard machinery

ifm’s O3M sesnor is a 3D sensor that improves the overall functionality and safety around mobile machinery and plants.

Users can install the smart sensor on loaders, mining machinery, automated guided vehicles (AGVs) or other vehichles and machinery.

Thanks to the sensor’s automatic object detection feature, it can emit a warning or interact with the control system to apply vehicle brakes. This makes the O3M sensor highly useful as collision warning avoidance.

The sensor is also capable of overcoming challenges around visibility, proving itself especially useful where there are difficult ambient light situations such as sunlight, or materials with reflective characteristics.

The O3M sensor is designed for use in outdoor environments where there is high shock, vibration and environmental resistance.

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Riva ice cream dispensing systems – a REAL solution for REAL ice cream

Riva ice cream dispensing systems have been providing an effective and efficient ice cream solution to numerous market segments for over 20 years. Riva’s unique ice cream dispenser dispenses pre-frozen REAL ICE CREAM, NOT SOFT SERVE.

The Riva ice cream dispensing system has been proven to:

  • Increase customer satisfaction
  • Lower portion costs
  • Increase product yields and reduce wastage
  • Increase hygiene practices (HACCP accredited systems)
  • Reduce cleaning (Only 3 parts, for 3 minutes, once per week)
  • Speed up delivery times and increase productivity

To find out more about the Riva system and how we can benefit your business, visit our website by clicking HERE

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ifm Efector unveils 3D smart sensor

ifm’s O3M vision sensor is a 3D vision sensor that can be applied for rear, forward and side detection to improve the overall functionality and safety around mobile machinery and plants.

It was specifically designed for outdoor use where there is high shock, vibration and environmental resistance. It is especially useful with difficult ambient light situations such as sunlight, or materials with different reflective characteristics that do not influence the repeatability of the measured data.

Installed on loaders, mining machinery, automated guided vehicles (AGV) or other machines and vehicles, the sensor can be used as a warning or interact with the control system to apply the brakes.

Reliable automatic 3D object detection can, for example, be used as collision warning and avoidance.

•  ifm.com/au

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GreenGold single pass & high efficiency electro-winning cells

The Silver Cell is an electro-winning cell designed for the treatment of gold/silver electrolyte solutions. Its unique and proven features ensure high recovery efficiency and in situ cleaning. Designed as a single pass cell, it brings added advantages to the metal recovery circuit.

The cells can be provided as a package to include integrated filtration of cathode slime or as a total Gold Room supply. These proven designs will save cost and minimise operator attention, providing a more secure production facility.

Our designs are not based on cramming everything into a container but packaged for quick site assembly that considers operability and maintainability.

Features

  • High single pass efficiency
  • In-situ cathode cleaning
  • Integrated slime filtration
  • Rubber lined stainless steel construction
  • Includes rectifier
  • Lowest cost cell

More information from info@greengoldtechnology.com or +61 (7) 31033801

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ABB Ability ventilation optimiser

ABB’s optimiser is proven to reduce ventilation costs, extend the lifetime of ventilation systems and create a lasting, healthy and safe working environment.

The system improves safety conditions through built-in functionality in case of a fire, such as preventing the spread of smoke and enabling faster exhaust of hazardous fire gases.

ABB’s ventilation optimiser is a modular solution designed to be scalable, configurable and easy to maintain using standardised components, and can be fully integrated into ABB’s 800xA control system.

It can also be configured with three implementation levels to suit individual mine requirements, including basic control, ventilation on demand and sensor feedback.

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Remote monitoring leads to cost reductions

Rammer’s RD3 monitoring device, together with the first remote rockbreaker monitoring system My Fleet platform has made it easy for customers to monitor their rockbreaker fleet remotely.

The RD3 monitoring device is attached to the rockbreaker and reports detailed information back to the customer about the rock breaking operation in real time.

One of the major causes of premature failure in rockbreakers is long cycles, where the operator continues to hit the button and the piston keeps striking for an extended period of time.

With the cloud-based system, customers can remotely monitor rockbreaker usage and provide operator education when needed to avoid maintenance costs due to premature failure. Correct operation minimises the chance that rockbreaker fails and causes costly unscheduled downtime.

RD3 with a My Fleet platform provides real-time data on operating hours and service intervals, helping customers manage service periods and minimise machinery downtime by scheduling maintenance during times of least impact on production.

With downtime planned at optimal times based on data of the rockbreaker usage, maintenance programs can be streamlined to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

RD3 remote monitoring is an important addition to Rammer rockbreaker, offering to address the needs of customers who are looking at the cost, performance and efficiency of their operations.

The cutting-edge technology is available in all new Rammer Excellence line of rockbreakers as standard.

For more information, contact authorised Rammer dealer. Contact details are on rammer.com or attachmentspecialists.com.au/rammer

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DIN rail power supplies with real-time monitoring

The Phoenix Contact Quint Power solution gives control engineers improved configuration and diagnostics to ensure reliable power to the control system.

Phoenix Contact has added near-field communications (NFC), real-time monitoring, coordinated surge protection, and a configurable DC output characteristic to the proven Quint Power line.

With secured NFC, the power supplies can be configured while still in the box. User-definable settings allow monitoring of real-time DC current, power, or voltage using a 4-20 mA analog output.

The Quint Power supplies can also be made tamper-proof by locking out the push buttons on the front panel and creating a user-defined password. In addition, operating hours, DC input voltage, overvoltage, and temperature derating can also be monitored with dry contact outputs.

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PDS asset management software

Unplanned maintenance can have a marked impact on the productivity and therefore the profitability of a mine.

Newcastle-based productivity management solutions (PDS) have specialist asset management and condition reporting software which eliminates that need for paper-based or reporting systems. The software has been designed in partnership with major mining companies to specifically meet the needs of the industry.

Accessible via Web or tablet (iOS and android), PDS software is an invaluable tool for maintenance teams working in the field and allows for real time communication condition status back to office-based support functions.

Inspect, Wear, Idler and Complex are four modules which can be combined together or work independently. Each one of these tools is designed for high levels of functionality for teams responsible for various asset classes found on a mine site.

PDS Idler, as the name suggests is orientated toward maintenance and conditioning reporting of Idlers which are responsible for a considerable amount of conveyor down time.

PDS Wear was developed for the management of wear data on both fixed and mobile plant assets.

PDS Inspect provides a robust digital platform for capturing fault history enabling detailed reporting on plant condition and outstanding maintenance requirements.

PDS complex allows visualisation of wear profiles for 3D objects such chutes and screens.

www.pdsglobal.com

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AusProof launches PES 60A range and quick release system

For the past 40 years, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) AusProof has grown into a leader in coupler research, development, design, manufacturing and distribution. Today, the Queensland-based company is widely recognised for its high voltage electrical cable couplers and components for mining and tunnelling excavation projects.

AusProof has built a diverse range of mining industry clients, both in Australia and internationally including Africa, the United States, South America and Asia.

AusProof have carried their reputation of quality, reliability and innovation through to the newest addition, the PES 60A plug and receptacle range. This PES 60A range is fully certified to AS/NZS1299. An added feature for metalliferous mines is the 60A plug and receptacles, which are rated to 90A.

Other innovative features developed by the team include a single piece body with no internal cage, single piece contacts, easy termination, easy flameproof repair, and solid earth connectivity throughout the product and phase to earth segregation.

The PES 60A range can be used in mining and commercial applications such as group one hazardous operations, metalliferous mines and tunnelling projects.

Furthermore, AusProof recognised the industry wanted a choice of a jacking screw or a quick release system for low voltage receptacles. AusProof’s new quick release system is a rugged engineering design that is strong, safe and has an ergonomically designed handle.

Both the PES 60A and 90A restrained range and quick release feature aren now available for dispatch. For further information, please contact one a sales representatives or visit the website: www.ausproof.com.au

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Phoenix Contact ImpulseCheck intelligent monitoring system

ImpulseCheck from Phoenix Contact is the first intelligent assistance system for surge protection in the field of mains protection available on the market.

The condition of the system and surge protection is recorded on a continuous basis thanks to the real-time measurement of electromagnetic interferences and surge currents. This makes the remaining service life expectancy (state of health) of the protective devices transparent, so that maintenance services become more predictable.

The cloud-based analysis of the determined measured values provides completely new automated processes. Digital benefits and services, such as the connection to site information or local weather data, can be implemented easily via cloud integration.

Automated order processing of replacement plugs or the simple export of measured values for your own evaluations are thus possible. Real-time monitoring ensures that the state of the surge protective devices is always known.

A status report can be created at the touch of a button at any time. Suitable for property management, critical infrastructure, or plant wide diagnostics, ImpulseCheck provides real time data and reporting to know your plants true operating conditions.

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MOVUS launches wireless condition monitoring tool FitMachine EX

Brisbane-based MOVUS, the developer and provider of the FitMachine Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solution, has launched the most advanced and cost-effective, intrinsically safe certified continuous condition monitoring technology in a bid to reduce maintenance costs.

FitMachine EX has been built specifically for explosive environments where monitoring and maintaining the equipment is extremely hazardous, so safety is critical to engineering and maintenance processes. These include upstream oil and gas, refineries, industrial chemicals, mining and food processing sites.

MOVUS designed FitMachine EX in partnership with major oil and gas companies following its win of the KPMG Energise 2.0 Accelerator Program sponsored by Woodside, Chevron, BHP, WesFarmers Chemicals and South32.

MOVUS also undertook extensive certification process, including internal systems and processes, manufacturing auditing processes and material management control to ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 80079-34:2018, the quality system for manufacturing devices for Explosive Atmospheres.

“From our work with major industrial organisations, we recognised the need for an intrinsically safe sensor. Safety is a core value at MOVUS, and we are excited to bring the FitMachine EX solution to market for the oil & gas, petroleum, and food processing industries,” said Brad Parsons, founder and chief executive officer of MOVUS.

“We understand that these are extremely sensitive environments where equipment downtime directly impacts the bottom line. By providing the most advanced artificial intelligence-powered condition monitoring solution at a cost-effective price, FitMachine EX is a very compelling solution.”

MOVUS has chosen ALS Global as its go-to-market business partner for FitMachine EX, due to ALS’s leadership in the asset reliability and condition monitoring expertise in the heavy asset industries.

“We have been working with MOVUS for more than twelve months and see great value in the FitMachine EX. Our clients have been asking for an intrinsically safe wireless sensor, and we are very pleased with this advanced technology, rigorous testing and certification, and the rapid development speed,” said Mushfiq Rahman, ALS Group general manager.

FitMachine is a condition-based maintenance solution that detects machine failures in advance using artificial intelligence and machine learning.

The solution comprises an industrial intrinsically safe wireless sensor, mobile application, analytics and trending dashboards, and an artificial intelligence engine.

The system continuously monitors equipment and learns what the normal operation of machinery is to detect any abnormalities and alert the organisation before failures occur. The insights provided are extremely valuable in avoiding unplanned downtime.

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FactoryTalk InnovationSuite

FactoryTalk InnovationSuite is a software collaboration between Rockwell Automation and PTC designed to improve connectivity and functionality for mining and industrial businesses.

This product provides improved connectivity for operational technology (OT) devices on the site floor, improving day-to-day communications through data optimisation from a variety of different sources.

This data, combined with information technology (IT) applications and systems, allows decision makers to gain a complete digital representation of their site.

Data can be checked for anomalies and cross-referenced from different sites across the globe in order to aid decision-making.

FactoryTalk InnovationSuite gives workers the ability to contextualise data, orchestrate processes and deliver powerful user experiences.

The InnovationSuite incorporates FactoryTalk Analytics and manufacturing operations management (MOM) platforms, as well as PTC’s ThingWorx Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) platform, which includes industrial connectivity from Kepware, and the Vuforia augmented reality solution.

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Ronson Gears ground gearing

Ronson Gears offers a gear-grinding service on a make-complete or on a gear-grind-only basis.

Using world-class computerised numerical control (CNC) gear grinding technology out of Germany, its third brand-new Hofler gear grinder is due to arrive in April.

Ground gears feature an abrasive wheel for precision grind of its tooth profile, giving them the ability to run quieter and spread the ware more evenly compared to a cut or machined gear.

They are also built in accordance to application requirements; where quiet running, minimum vibration and greater power transmitting capability are required, gears will normally be ground.

Gear grinding can also eliminate any distortion which may occur during heat treatment and improves surface finishes. This ensures a longer gear life for users.

Ground gears are not only used in traditional parallel axis gear boxes, but also gear boxes of vibratory screens and exploratory drill head, as well as in underground mining vehicles.

For more information, visit ronsongears.com.au.