The Federal Government has invested in domestic storage of diesel fuel to ensure key industries of mining and agriculture can withstand rising fuel prices caused by the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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AdBlue shortage abates thanks to Incitec Pivot
Australia’s impending AdBlue shortage has been eased by fertiliser manufacturer Incitec Pivot and the federal government’s AdBlue Taskforce.
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Major OEMs investigate alternative fuels
Sanvik and Caterpillar have made significant strides in alternative fuels for mining applications, including HVO to replace diesel and hydrogen-powered haul trains.
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Sandvik stays steps ahead with new Toro engine
Sandvik has offered the 16-litre Stage V engine for the Toro TH551i mining truck, adding power and reducing emissions for mines to future proof operations.
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Genuine Perkins filters – protecting your diesel engine
Perkins diesel engines are equipped with oil, air and fuel filters to protect them from damage by contaminants and keep them operating efficiently.
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Wiluna hands out decade-long Contract extension
Wiluna Mining has extended a power supply contract with Contract Power Group at its namesake gold operation in Western Australia.
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Adopting low-emission diesel engines in mining
The trend towards adopting cleaner diesel engines across the mining industry is gaining momentum and Perkins engines, available in Australia through AllightSykes, are leading the way.
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Hydrogen on demand to arrive in Australia
The advantages of having a system that delivers hydrogen on demand exceed what hydrogen storage can offer. Reduced fuel consumption, carbon monoxide emissions and diesel particulate matter are just the beginning.
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Insight from Total: Impacts of IMO global sulfur cap on in-land HFO users
The International Maritime Organization has driven a rapid transformation of the shipping industry with the enforcement of a 0.5 per cent cap to the sulfur content of fuel oil, a significant cut from prior 3.5 per cent.
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ABB maps out path to mine electrification
The case for mine electrification is about more than technology advancement. It also has the potential to contribute to the sustainability of the industry.
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Resolute plots renewable energy project at Syama
Resolute Mining is set to partner with power generation provider Aggreko in developing a hybrid power station at its Syama gold mine in Mali, West Africa.
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Yancoal inks fuel supply agreement with Glencore
Yancoal Australia has struck a supply agreement with Glencore Australia Oil to purchase diesel fuel from next month.
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Diesel engine oil: Which one to choose?
Diesel engine oils: To remain on API CI-4 engine oil service classification, or transition to API CK-4 performance level? That is the question.
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Wesfarmers’ Evol and Adaman sign LNG deal for Kirkalocka mine
Adaman Resources will power its Kirkalocka gold mine with liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplied by Wesfarmers subsidiary Evol LNG thanks to a new arrangement between the companies.
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Caterpillar electrifies the underground with next-gen loader
The equipment manufacturer has jumped on the trend of battery-electric machinery for underground mining with the launch of its R1700 XE loader concept.
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Komatsu moves closer to fully autonomous dozer dream
Komatsu has unveiled the D375Ai-8 ‘intelligent’ dozer, the company’s first mining dozer featuring its Machine Control system.
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Mining companies urged to manage exposure to diesel fumes
Exposure to high levels of diesel fumes could be the biggest occupational health threat since asbestos, according to hydraulic engineer Norm Mathers.
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New Puma Energy Tier 3 diesel to lift fuel efficiency of mining fleets
Puma Energy is promising that a new Tier 3 diesel fuel being launched by the company will provide Australian mining companies with a strong improvement in efficiency from their equipment fleets.
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130 workers diagnosed with diesel-fume related lung cancer each year
The Cancer Council is calling for greater cancer awareness in workplaces following the rate of workers diagnosed with lung cancer from work-based exposure to diesel fumes.
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Coober Pedy on track for renewable energy hybrid project
The South Australian outback mining town of Coober Pedy will be run on 70 per cent renewable energy, thanks to a project grant from ARENA.
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