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More water for less

Monday 15 December 2008

Reliable availability of permeate process water, an additional 20% yield and an 85% reduction in membrane use are just three of the benefits for Austar, now that the RO plant is operating to its design specs.


Magnetic sensor

Friday 28 November 2008

Turck has introduced the WIM45 magnetic field sensor, designed to provide a direct analogue output for determining the position of a piston magnet on all types of pneumatic cylinders.


Water treatment equipment

Thursday 28 August 2008

Veolia Water Solutions & Technologies will showcase three new technologies to combat problems with mine water on Stand 1062 during the 2008 Goldfields Mining Expo (GME).


Two miners injured in underground accident

Thursday 21 August 2008

The NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) has released a safety alert urging all mines to maintain their elevated work platforms after two workers were injured during routine maintenance work on an underground coal mine.


Freightpack for cab chassis

Friday 15 August 2008

Isuzu has launched a freightpack for the cab chassis that is said to offer truck buyers unprecedented levels of driver comfort, safety and performance in a ready-to-work package.


Remote water hero

Monday 17 March 2008

Water facilities have taken a giant leap forward, saving staff and costs through remote operation.


Kwinana wins from sustainability

Tuesday 11 September 2007

ENVIRONMENTAL initiatives, high productivity, and a commitment to safety have seen Alcoa’s Kwinana Refinery recognised as the Minerals Processing Plant of the Year.


Safety first for drilling company

Monday 10 September 2007

THE 4th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards Excellence in Mine OH&S


Fresh air for residents

Friday 17 August 2007

THE 4th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards, Excellence in Environmental Management


Drill safety innovation

Tuesday 10 July 2007

A CONTRACT mining company has designed a rig with features that would eliminate many of the hazards often associated with surface reverse circulation drilling


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