Australia being one of the leading natural resources country in the world (among top five), heavily depends on direct and indirect interests of the mining industry. It is the No.1 producer of tantalum, alumina and bauxite and a among five world producers of gold, zinc, iron ore, copper, black coal, diamonds, lead, nickel, silver and uranium. Given the increased worldwide integration of the mining industry, prospective growth of this industry sector will heavily depend on the economic status of the country. New mines and projects are predicted to bring in more cash flow which will help spur mining sector. And so will the development of cutting-edge mining equipment.
Mining equipment sector is one of major contributors to the overall Australian economy with about $10 billion in annual revenue. Even when miners are not investing in new projects, they are still purchasing new mining equipment. In fact, according to the latest industry outlook reports, as of May 2014, there was a 3.3% increase in investment in new mining equipment in the first quarter. This is regardless of the fact that for the same period, total investments in new mining projects and structures tumbled 10%. Thus, it is no surprise mining equipment sector is of great importance to Australian economy.
Whether you have been in the mining business for quite some time or a novice to mining equipment, here you will find everything you need to ensure you are in tune with latest mining industry trends and news.
If you are in the mining industry, your biggest concern is probably choosing the equipment that has the ability to delivery the most when it comes to reliability and efficiency. The most important factor is to choose the right machine for the applications which is why mining equipment is divided in two categories: Surface –… continue reading →
If you are looking for a dozer that can increase your efficiency and productivity, you have come to the right place. There are many different bulldozers promising to increase your productivity, but one machine that can offer that is the Cat 824K wheeled dozer. Equipped with a 302-kw Cat C15 ACERT engine, the new Cat… continue reading →
Sandvik is a well-known Swedish manufacturer of crushing equipment, including cone crushers. Sandvik offers a wide range of cone crusher models which are used all around the world. Every Sandvik cone crusher comes with advanced design and high capacity. The Sandvik cone crushers have a high-reduction efficiency and they are capable to create high-quality product… continue reading →
The magnetic separator is a device that uses a magnetic field to remove metal (magnetic) compounds from a specific mixture, or to remove/separate minerals. The magnetic separator is very commonly used for processing heavy-mineral concentrates. There are different types of magnetic separators, each specifically designed for specific application. Generally, the magnetic separators are used for… continue reading →
Sandvik is a well-known manufacturer of jaw crushers. This Swedish manufacturer produces a wide range of jaw crushers, including those specifically designed for mobile applications. With enhanced strength and reduced weight, the jaw crushers from Sandvik are ideal choice for contractors that need high-production and low operating costs. The suggested jaw crusher from Sandvik is… continue reading →
The crushing equipment is generally used for reducing the size and changing the shape of large rocks or gravel. The crushing equipment plays a vital role in the construction and industrial sector, but its most important role is in the mining industry. In the mining industry, the crushing equipment is used to crush raw materials… continue reading →
John Deere is a well-known manufacturer of durable and powerful excavator machinery. Since its founding, the company always managed to stay competitive on the market with its high-quality and reliable products. The John Deere excavators are considered as some of the finest on the market, as they bring more benefits and advantages when compared with… continue reading →
Kubota is a well-known Japanese construction equipment manufacturer with experience of over 120 years. In its product line, Kubota includes wheel loaders, skid-steer loaders, backhoe loaders and excavators. However, Kubota is most popular for its excavators. The Kubota excavators are considered as some of the finest and most affordable on the market. Our focus in… continue reading →
Earthmoving and mining equipment is specifically designed to move earth and minerals in large mining projects. However, some earthmoving and mining equipment, like bulldozers and loaders are used for other applications. There are two main mining operations: surface and underground mining. Both include large machines, such as draglines, shovels, drills, bulldozers and many heavy-duty machines…. continue reading →
The grader blade is a small attachment that can be used to level, move and grade the ground surface. It can be mounted on different heavy-duty vehicles for completing variety of tasks. A reliable and quality grader blade dictates how the operator will perform over the surface. The grader blade can be used to give… continue reading →
