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Discover the convenience of the mains power overhead suspension magnet range

Discover the convenience of the mains power overhead suspension magnet range

STEINERT Australia continues to provide real and affordable solutions for the separation and sorting of cement, aggregates, slag & recycling materials via magnetic separation and sensor-based sorting equipment. STEINERT also represents HAZEMAG and allmineral in the Australian region – thereby…

Transforming a Piece of Victorian History

Transforming a Piece of Victorian History

BRUCE EDWARDS, General Manager Marketing for William Adams reports on the transformation of Cave Hill Quarry. In a ground-breaking new project, Cave Hill Quarry, Lilydale will be transformed into one of the most spectacular development opportunities ever to be seen…

Frequently Asked Questions (Issue 103)

Frequently Asked Questions (Issue 103)

A new section of Sand & Stone created for communicating to readers; questions being asked by members to the Secretariat. What is the regulatory requirement for having tarpaulins or lids on tip trucks when carrying crushed rock (limestone)? National Heavy…

Training & Events (Issue 103)

Training & Events (Issue 103)

The Secretariat is working with Educational Training Preferred Suppliers to provide training on the following units: Work Safely, Conduct Screening Operations, Cut, Weld & Bend Materials, Conduct Crushing, Combined Crushing & Screening, Service & Maintain Crushers, Collect routine site samples…

From the Secretariat (Issue 102)

From the Secretariat (Issue 102)

Challenges for 2019 Dr Elizabeth Gibson, CMPA, discusses the challenges for 2019. CMPA congratulates Premier Daniel Andrews and the Victorian Labor party for being re-elected. Congratulations also to The Hon Jaclyn Symes MLC, the new Minister for Resources (in addition…

Tuckers Hill Quarry (Vic)

Tuckers Hill Quarry (Vic)

David Pettman, Quarry Manager for Tuckers Hill Quarry reports on the development of the quarry. Tuckers Hill Quarry (Vic) “Strengthening relationships and building Solid Foundations”. Tuckers Hill Quarry (Vic) is proudly a locally owned and operated quarry located strategically at…

CMPA News (Issue 102)

CMPA News (Issue 102)

Management Committee Meeting The final Management Committee meeting for the year was held on Wednesday 21st November 2018 in Kilmore and was attended by Tim Bird (Acting Chair), Anthony Bateup, Andrew Burdett, Jason Comben (via phone) and Jason Rudge (Associate…

Peter Barro – An Enduring Legacy

Peter Barro – An Enduring Legacy

Peter Barro was born on 29th June 1957 and passed away 25th October 2018. Peter’s passing will leave a loss for his wife, Christine, his sisters Rhonda, Elena and brother Raymond, the Barro Group employees and the quarrying industry as…

Guideline for Extractive Industry Projects

Guideline for Extractive Industry Projects

Preparation of Work Plans and Work Plan Variations: Guideline for extractive industry projects. The above guideline for the extractive industry was released on 17th December 2018 and came into effect on the 1st January 2019. The guideline is to assist…

Respirable Crystalline Silica

Respirable Crystalline Silica

In March 2016 the CMPA published a Dust Management Guideline after extensive consultation with Members and Government including the EPA. The abbreviated table of contents is listed below. Below are some extracts from the Guideline. Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS) is…

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