Mining conditions are notoriously punishing on bearings, keeping miners and maintenance workers on their toes racing to install bearings solutions that will survive production and prevent downtime. Capable bearing models that can truly demonstrate resilience against the demand conditions of mining environments are few and far...
According to John Di Michele, General Manager at Titan Lifting Technologies, rigging and hoisting heavy materials are a significant part of day-to-day mining operations, and miners rely on lifting equipment to get the job done safely and efficiently. “Titan Lifting’s diverse portfolio of quality precision lifting...
Because many lubricants for the mining industry are developed by global oil companies on American or European soil, it can be difficult to find lubrication products that are tailored specifically toward local mining conditions. This was the platform on which Peter Vicary and his sons...
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,...
According to Shane Rock, Oceania Region General Manager for Regal Rexnord, the way couplings perform under severe-duty conditions can make or break a drive system. “There are many variables to consider when selecting a coupling arrangement for a piece of mining equipment,” he says. “Their torque...
With more than ten years of experience providing engineering and technical support for rotating equipment, Andrew Fletcher, Technical Sales Representative at CBC Rockhampton, understands the time and labour costs associated with downtime on critical pieces of equipment, and the impact on mining production. “Changing out the...
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,...
Maintenance during planned downtime must be both efficient and effective. When CRC set out to develop a turnkey parts washing system that was non-toxic and better for the planet, they weren’t ready to compromise on its ability to break down grease and grime. “There’s nothing more...
Having been part of the team at Hardy Spicer for over a decade, Michael Walton remembers when – many years ago – the company liaised with some mining companies to develop a greaseable CV joint for sleet light vehicles. “Around the same time, we innovated our...
