Maintaining a clean belt is one of the most important factors in the overall efficiency, profitability, and safety of a conveyor operation. A new belt cleaner has been brought to the market that is proving to provide excellent cleaning efficiency and allowing maintenance crews to spend time on other proactive tasks other than cleaning-up carryback.

The modern factory  needs to make use of sensor data to automate processes and remain commercially viable. But what are the costs? Where does an operation start? How do they scale? And more importantly, how can they keep their operational data and assets secure from external exposure and threats? This workshop answers those questions. As … Continue reading Smart industry workshop: Securing the digital factory →

Given that traditional power technologies used in the rail industry are no longer viable solutions for achieving net zero emissions, Cummins has developed clean energy technology that can help businesses bridge the path toward net-zero 2050 targets – right now.

The occurrence of an arc flash is a serious fault within a power system. Its destructive impact can lead to severe personnel injuries, costly equipment damage and long outages. ABB’s latest whitepaper details the effects of an electric arc and the mitigation strategies and solutions to avoid them.

Australia’s construction and infrastructure industries rely on temporary works systems such as propping solutions to perform essential work. However, conventional propping systems are often costly and inefficient due to their low capacity-toweight ratio and bolted module-to-module connections. This white paper discusses the development of the world-leading lightweight heavy duty structural propping system – the result … Continue reading Quadshore: The world-leading lightweight heavy duty propping solution for temporary construction works →

Altra Motion has developed a new Marland brand Sprag-type backstop designed to provide high-quality performance at a competitive price point.

Sepura’s new VHF TETRA solution combines the reliability and security of TETRA with the powerful audio processing of the SC Series radios. Now available in VHF frequency bands, providing extended coverage in expansive outdoor environments and underground locations.

Are you purchasing PPE for your employees? Do you know if they are being correctly fitted every time they are worn? Find out if your PPE provides an adequate fit.

If your company is operating across remote sites and moving heavy workloads to the cloud, then it is time to look at how you operate your communications network and at what cost. Learn how to secure and transform your network and receive commercial benefits with this whitepaper from Vocus.

One of the world’s largest manganese producers Mexico’s Autlán needs compressed air for its production. The solution? Atlas Copco’s E-Air V1100 Variable Speed Drive (VSD) electric compressors.

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the mining industry. As the landscape grows competitive, mining companies are adopting edge computing to gain a competitive advantage and secure their market share. Since modern AI and edge technologies offer automation, optimization of operations, and cost savings. Download the whitepaper to see how edge AI computing can assist your business … Continue reading Edge AI Powering the Future of Mining →

When it comes time for conveyor belt repair, the most important part of the process is often the most overlooked – skiving. A skived belt can help you achieve a lower mechanical fastener profile, but there are certainly times when skiving is not recommended. This article uncovers why you should and shouldn’t be skiving your … Continue reading Why you should (and shouldn’t) be skiving your belts →

Talent is a priority for every organisation in Australia, and mining is no exception.

The refining of alumina from bauxite is the first step in the production of aluminium and requires great effort in terms of manpower and energy consumption. This white paper discusses the benefits of using customised filter fabric to improve refinery energy efficiency and reduce the impact of scaling, increasing substantially liquor productivity.

A wide range of processing equipment in mining requires rubber lining to reduce wear, abrasion, shock or corrosion and extend wear life of the equipment. In order to bond rubber, currently the industry uses a combination of hot vulcanisation or solvent-based products for cold bonding. Their drawbacks are the complexity of the hot vulcanisation process and the issues … Continue reading Introducing LINATEX® LOCTITE® – LINA 88™ Adhesive Range: Solvent-Free Rubber Bonding Solution →

Why go electric? With sustainability goals taking priority for mining companies, all industries play an important role in cutting carbon emissions, and in becoming environmentally and socially responsible. At Atlas Copco, they have a saying: ‘There is always a better way’. By switching to zero emission electric compressors, businesses can better achieve their sustainability goals … Continue reading Ten reasons why going electric benefits your business →

A cooling system is more than the sum of its parts. With this in mind, Rittal has bundled their innovative enclosure, power distribution, climate control and IT infrastructure products together into the world’s first blue e+ cooling unit series. The e+ principle: Efficiency – 75% energy saved due to speed-regulated components and heat pipe technology … Continue reading The world’s first e+ cooling system →

Mine site rehabilitation is a legal obligation for all mining projects in Australia, but is also an activity whereby the industry can clearly demonstrate its sustainable development commitment to key stakeholders and the local community. Rehabilitation through revegetating with healthy, suitable vegetation that supports existing ecosystems is the most efficient and effective way to meet … Continue reading Sustainable revegetation for mine site rehabilitation →

Being able to detect a problem on a conveyor belt from the seat of a desk is now the reality for mining operations across Australia because of a new digital monitoring technology available for belt conveyor components. A recent trial of the Belt Conveyor Intelligence™ system proved to be the difference between an inconvenient belt … Continue reading Belt cleaner monitoring technology trial prevents a $37,000 belt replacement →

When emergency strikes and miners underground are unable to escape, it is critical to provide them with a sustained source of safe breathing air. Over the years, mining operations have learned that it is imperative to have a proactive plan in place to safeguard against the possibility of an event underground leaving people unable to … Continue reading Emergency preparedness for miner safety →