09.08.2022

First cargo Vessel calls at the Fehmarnbelt Project’s Work Harbour

The first vessel carrying materials for the construction of the Fehmarnbelt has docked. First cargo vessel calls at the Fehmarnbelt project’s work harbour.  

08.08.2022

BHP announces non-binding indicative Proposal to acquire Oz Minerals Limited

BHP has submitted a non-binding indicative proposal to the Board of OZL on 5 August 2022 to acquire 100% of the issued share capital in OZL by way of a scheme of arrangement (the Proposal).  

06.08.2022

Landmark Breakthrough for Robbins TBM ‘Big Tex’

Main beam holes through to fanfare after changing diameters  

Market-Place-4.0 Epiroc Group Messe München

05.08.2022

bauma 2022: Reach new Levels of Construction with Epiroc

At Bauma, Epiroc will introduce the latest addition to the V Cutter range – a smaller model suitable for carriers of 15-28 tons. (credits: Epiroc)

Welcome to Epiroc, Booth FS 1208/1 at Bauma 2022. Automation, digitalization, and data driven productivity development are transforming the entire construction industry, from tunneling and infrastructure to demolition and waste management. At Epiroc, we strive to help customers reach new levels by working smarter, maximizing our use of the latest technologies, and developing new ways of raising efficiency while improving sustainability.

New technologies are key in helping our customers to stay competitive. Our aim is to offer cutting edge equipment, software and services and ensure that our customers get maximum benefits from the ongoing digital evolution. Below is information on the latest innovations from Epiroc. Visit our stand for more details.

New model added to successful V Cutter range

In April this year Epiroc launched its V-shaped drum cutter, setting a new standard in trenching and quarrying. The V Cutter is a brand-new way to work with rock, concrete wall and surface profiling, trenching, soft rock excavation, frozen soil excavation, and demolition. A patent pending solution, it has been rigorously tested in all these applications.

Mounting the drums in a V-shape enables a cut with a flat base and no material is left untouched between the drums. Where a regular drum cutter must move from side to side to create an even trench, an approach that causes extra wear on the carrier arm, the V Cutter can reach the same result by just going straight. This means the user can dig a more accurate trench much faster. It basically works like a bucket, which makes it easier to use, friendlier for the carrier and a lot less energy and time consuming. A seemingly simple solution with extraordinary effectiveness, the V Cutter enables energy savings of up to 40%.

In addition, compared to a chain cutter the user saves more than 40% on picks and up to 50% on maintenance time. The investment is up to 25% lower than for a chain cutter and the lower weight makes it possible to use a smaller carrier.

At bauma, Epiroc will introduce the latest addition to the V Cutter range – a smaller model suitable for carriers of 15-28 tons.

Hydraulic breaker working tools on demand: Pick your own size

Epiroc has now added a “tool on demand” concept to its supply of top-quality working tools for hydraulic breakers. Sometimes standard working tools are not enough – special applications often require a longer or shorter working tool or a special material.

High temperature applications require working tools in heat resistant vanadium steel. Other applications require longer tools or special shapes. With Epiroc, you can now order exactly what you need, in the size of your choice, with a variety of tool tip geometries. “Tool on demand” offers high flexibility based on applications or customer preferences. All lengths and shapes are available, just pick your own size.

Source: Epiroc

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05.08.2022

Qld Girls poised to become Resources’ next Leaders and Innovators

Queensland’s potential resources’ superstars of tomorrow are being carefully moulded by the leaders of today through a unique six-month female mentoring program which concluded in Brisbane.