CRAM and consulting mechanical engineers PHD Engineering have collaborated to develop a bespoke longwall chain tensioner to maximise the operating potential and safety characteristics of the new AFC ribbed chain. The AFC chain has a steel rib across the middle of each link, which makes it...
Looking after everything related to hydraulics and pneumatics, Fellipe Ramos, Category Manager for Fluid Power at Motion Australia, has a comprehensive understanding of the important role hydraulics play on Australian mines, and stresses that effective filtration can be the make or break of an entire...
Every year, the Mackay Showgrounds come alive for the Queensland Mining Expo (QME), during which suppliers and visitors from around the country have an opportunity to interact face-to-face. Michael Greelish, National Accounts Manager for Mining at Motion Australia, says that being able to connect with customers,...
Draglines are one of the primary excavating machines used in open-cut mining operations and according to Rod Baker, Motion Australia’s Business Development Manager for Mining in Queensland, a lot of engineering thought goes into selecting the right bearings for dragline applications. “The majority of dragline bearings...
The industrial energy transition and race to decrease emissions is well underway and turning critical targets into tangible change is now at the forefront of widespread planning. By nature, the mining industry is often characterised by its potential to release hazardous elements into the air, water,...
Noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) is a permanent condition commonly experienced by industrial workers, but according to 3M, it is entirely preventable with adequate precautions. Not every ear is the same size and shape, however, and so ensuring a proper fit for earplugs is crucial...
Paula Wiles, Branch Manager at CBC Mackay, works closely with the team at Timken to offer expert solutions on a major coal export terminal in Queensland. The harsh environmental conditions of this marine site location, such as wind, grit, and dust clouds, call for rugged...
The collaborative relationship between component manufacturer and supplier is crucial when it comes to offering full-spectrum service to customers. This is exemplified by CBC’s recent implementation of the Gates Super HC cross-section V-belts to a copper mine in Townsville. “When Gates and CBC are both involved...
Sheree Munnik, Motion Australia’s Key Account Executive for Mining in Perth, says that high-quality components that are resistant to harsh mining environments are crucial for reliability and cost savings. Working recently with a local gearbox repair business, she recommended Schaeffler’s FAG T41D spherical roller bearings...
Remote monitoring and automated performance data feeds are becoming crucial tools for the mining and quarrying sectors. The Gates® Design Power™ digital portfolio allows CBC to conduct overview and analysis of belt-drive systems for customer sites, accurately calculating dimensions, tension, transmission capacity, energy and cost...
