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Compressors assist in mining project
Clean coal technology company, Linc Energy has recently installed three Boge SL481 screw compressors at a coal tenement site in Queensland
[ + ]Hydro Tasmania extends access to critical data
Hydro Tasmania plays a significant part in keeping the state clean. As Australia’s leading renewable energy business, it contributes 50% of the country’s electricity from renewable energy sources. Hydro Tasmania generates approximately 10,000 gigawatt hours (GWh) of electricity annually through 28 power stations, numerous lakes and over 50 large dams.
[ + ]Environmentally safe hydraulic oils - Part 1
Spills of standard, petroleum-based hydraulic fluids are known to kill marine life and contaminate soil. Environmentally safe hydraulic fluids are formulated to avoid these undesirable results
[ + ]Driverless mining operations in the Pilbara
Driverless trains, ore drills and even trucks are set to change the way mining in remote areas is done
[ + ]Pumps set for irrigation system
Davey Water Products has expanded its in-house project skills for major commercial pumping installations
[ + ]Energy savings in compressed air
Compressed air can be one of the most important utilities for industry; however, it can also be one of the largest consumers of energy
[ + ]New compressors boost WA energy
A recent upgrade to the Dampier to Bunbury Natural Gas Pipeline (DBNGP) in Western Australia provides increased gas flow to local energy providers and features several turnkey air compressor packages
[ + ]Closing the gender gap in the mining industry
In 2006, mining giant BHP Billiton published its annual sustainability report that featured case studies on women and their high-profile roles within the company
[ + ]Simplified viscosity measurement boosts plant productivity and saves money
The accurate measurement and control of viscosity is absolutely critical in many processes as it determines the product's characteristics and quality and can optimise input material costs
[ + ]Automation for an alternative waste technology plant
AnaeCo has an agreement with the WMRC to construct and operate a commercial-scale DiCOM facility at its existing waste transfer station, 6 km from the Perth Central Business District
[ + ]Maintenance and the efficient use of compressed air
Compressed air is often the highest energy cost for many businesses. Unfortunately, this resource is often seen as unlimited. It is therefore important that this valuable energy source be utilised efficiently, in all processes, at all times
[ + ]Putting wireless to work in process operations
Wireless technologies offer process operations new opportunities for improvement. With a wireless strategy and architecture that align with your business needs, you can begin gaining the benefits today while facilitating additional applications in the future.
[ + ]Manufacturer hydraulically breaks the mould
A manufacturer of aerated wastewater treatment systems called BioSeptic is using compact and powerful high-pressure (700 bar) hydraulics to help deliver a more efficient, safe and precise way to produce its concrete tanks
[ + ]Ironing out the problems in drinking water treatment plant
Wasserwerk Allmenfeld is a drinking water treatment plant located near Frankfurt, Germany. The plant, owned by Hessenwasser, produces around 36 MLD of potable water per annum
[ + ]Industrial biotechnology — uncoupling economic growth from environmental impact
The chemical processing industry provides the building blocks for many products. By chemically transforming natural materials, it helps to meet the world’s most fundamental needs for food, shelter and health, as well as products that are vital to such advanced technologies as computing and telecommunications. The chemical industry is one of many industries facing major challenges to meet the needs of the present without compromising the needs of future generations, and one way industries are changing to meet these demands is through the adoption of biotechnology.
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