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AUTOMATED-CONTROLLERS

Compact Logix controller

Tuesday 02 December 2008

Rockwell Automation has launched the Allen-Bradley CompactLogix L23 controller, designed to extend the functionality and flexibility of Rockwell Automation's Logix control platform to small machine-level control applications.


Innovation is automation

Wednesday 26 November 2008

Atlas Copco has developed an automated mining machine which automates the task of cable bolting to prevent rockfalls.


Minerals Processing Plant of the Year: St Ives Gold Mine

Thursday 20 November 2008

St Ives Gold Mine is a finalist in the 5th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards.


Metalliferous Mine of the Year Finalist: Cadia East Mine

Wednesday 12 November 2008

Newcrest Mining's Cadia East Mine in NSW is a finalist in the 5th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards for achieving what is said to be the best advance rate worldwide for a screen supported decline in a calendar month.


Robots clean up dirty jobs

Tuesday 11 November 2008

Robotic automation is being used to clean up some of the world’s most challenging workplaces.


Reed business gives another high-five to industry

Wednesday 18 June 2008

REED Business will be launching five new industry-specific websites and e-newsletters in July, aimed at keeping manufacturers and industrial professionals at the cutting edge of news and developments relevant to their sectors.


Automated plow system

Thursday 01 May 2008

Bucyrus has exchanged contracts with Poland’s largest coking coal mining company to supply the country’s first automated plow system.


Loosen bulk solids

Wednesday 12 March 2008

A NEW bulk bag conditioner-unloader system from Flexicon Corporation (Australia) Pty Ltd loosens bulk solid material that has solidified during storage and shipment, allowing the material to discharge through a bag spout.


Motion control automation

Thursday 10 January 2008

BALDOR has released an automated motion controller for servo and stepper motor axes, with onboard I/O and fieldbus connectivity


Roof bolter and cabin hydraulic jumbo

Wednesday 04 July 2007

SANDVIK, a supplier of equipment, tools and services across hard and soft rock underground mining and open-cut mining, as well as construction and quarrying, will be showcasing its range of integrated solutions on Stands 208 and 5211 at AIMEX 2007.


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