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NSW looks to remove temporary speed limits outside of construction hours

Lifting limits

The NSW government has introduced legislation to remove worksite speed limits outside construction work hours in NSW.

The Transport Legislation Amendment Bill 2025, introduced to Parliament in September, requires all road authorities to install, maintain and remove roadwork speed limit signs in line with a new Standard to be issued by Transport for NSW.

“This is an important commonsense reform to the way we manage our road worksites,”

NSW Minister for Roads Jenny Aitchison says.

“Protecting workers and road users around worksites is critical and we will never weaken rules around safety. However, leaving

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speed restrictions in place outside construction hours often needlessly slows down traffic movement.”

As it stands, construction speed limits often stay in place even outside active work hours, with drivers frequently forced to slow down on clear, unobstructed roads where no work is occurring.

“This measure strikes the right balance in ensuring speed limits are appropriate and respected,” Aitchison says.

Similar arrangements are in place in Victoria and South Australia. Further changes include:

Costing tool

Trimble has released its B2W Estimate software application for contractors in Australia and New Zealand.

Contractors use the application’s centralised cost data and its specialised templates and cost structures to develop bids quickly. Extensive bid analysis and

management reporting capabilities provide insight to further improve estimating accuracy and strategy.

BuildingPoint, a Trimble distribution partner in Australia and New Zealand, now provides implementation, training and technical support for B2W Estimate

NSW is removing construction site speed limits outside of work hours. Image: Olha/stock.adobe.com

• t urning on seatbelt enforcement by the existing mobile phone camera detection network

• removing a loophole to force all motorists driving on a foreign licence to convert to a NSW licence within six months.

The new standard is expected to be finalised by year’s end following stakeholder consultation, with implementation scheduled for next year.

as well as for other Trimble hardware and software solutions.

“Profitability in heavy construction begins with the bid,” Trimble VP and category general manager of construction management solutions Jon Fingland says.

“For the past 30 years, leading contractors in North America have relied on B2W Estimate to bid faster and more accurately to help win the right jobs.

“Adding and adapting these capabilities for contractors in Australia and New Zealand, backed by the localised expertise and resources of BuildingPoint, presents new opportunities to improve estimating workflows and integrate them within connected construction technology ecosystems.”

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ACQUISITION

Slurry handling

Metso announces acquisition of Aus hosing business

Metso has signed an agreement to acquire Q&R Industrial Hoses, a privately owned Australian company specialising in the manufacture of pinch valve sleeves, rubber hoses, and other rubber products and linings.

This acquisition will expand Metso’s end-to-end slurry handling solutions and services offering for its customers.

“We have had a long relationship with Q&R, which has served Metso as a critical rubber parts manufacturing partner,” Metso director of valves and hoses Chrisian Trulsson says.

“Slurry hoses and pinch valve sleeves manufacturing are now being brought in-house, which will improve both our product range and customer service capability throughout the value chain. We can offer even more robust and reliable slurry handling solutions tailored to the needs of the mining and minerals sectors. We warmly welcome our new colleagues to Metso.”

Established in 1976, Q&R Industrial Hoses is a privately owned manufacturer of rubber products and Australia’s longest-standing locally owned hose supplier, delivering custom rubber hoses, expansion joints, and pinch valves worldwide. The company has a manufacturing facility in Sydney, Australia, with 22 employees.

AUTOMATION

Komatsu celebrates

Komatsu Australia reaches automated haul truck milestone

Komatsu Australia’s 500th automated haulage system (AHS) truck is now operating in Australia, having recently commenced work in Western Australia.

Autonomous haulage has become a key part of modern mining, removing operators from dangerous conditions to greatly lower the risk of accidents and injuries, while their ability to run continuously drives significant gains in site productivity.

Since introducing its AHS trucks to Australia in 2008, Komatsu has steadily expanded the use of them across major sites.

What began as small-scale trials has developed into one of the largest autonomous mining fleets in the world, a shift that Komatsu Mining Automation general manager Garry Povah says shows how quickly the industry has adapted to change.

“Having 500 AHS truck in operation across Australia is a proud achievement for Komatsu and a reflection of how strongly the industry has embraced autonomous haulage,” Povah says.

“This milestone not only demonstrates what autonomy has already achieved, but also signals the role it will play in building safer, more sustainable mining operations into the future.”

Central to this achievement is Komatsu’s FrontRunner system, the

technology that serves as the ‘brain’ of its driverless trucks.

FrontRunner coordinates entire fleets, managing truck navigation, speed, loading and dumping cycles to keep operations safe, efficient and predictable – all without an operator in the cab.

“Komatsu’s FrontRunner platform is no longer a pilot project but a mature, proven system with hundreds of trucks working at sites across Australia,” Povah says.

“Collectively, these trucks contribute to billions of tonnes hauled worldwide each year, demonstrating the efficiency gains and reliability of autonomous mining.

“Autonomy is also becoming a pathway to decarbonisation.

Komatsu is investing in batteryelectric haul truck technology, with Australian sites expected to play a leading role in trials of zeroemission fleets.

“The integration of electrification with autonomy promises not only safer and more productive operations, but also a significant step toward meeting the mining sector’s long-term sustainability goals.”

Doing it right

With a new branch recently opened in Toowoomba, Australian International Equipment Group is continuing its growth as a trusted supplier of new and low-hour used earthmoving machinery

There’s a new addition to Carrington Road in Toowoomba, with Australian International Equipment Group (AIEG) bringing a yard full of new and used earthmoving machinery to the local area.

Opening in March, AIEG’s new Queensland facility offers a full suite of earthmoving machinery and attachments, including new and lowhour used machinery from overseas.

With locations in the Hunter Valley and Freemantle, Australian International Equipment Group director and general manager Blake Burgess says this is an exciting expansion for AIEG as it looks to grow its footprint across Australia.

“Carrington Road is the machinery equipment hub of Queensland,” he says.

“It’s great that we’re there with a big front yard full of excavators. We also currently have a scraper in there, some dozers, a wheel loader, and a

big range of attachments as well.

“We’ve got our offices there which handles all of our administration work for Australia and worldwide, and it’s where our Queensland

sales guys are based. We also have our attachment distribution shed there too. It’s a well serviced workshop and shed in a central hub that has a large selection of attachments for excavators and wheel loaders, servicing Brisbane and rural Queensland.”

Offering earthmoving machinery from three tonnes all the way up to 95 tonnes, Burgess says AIEG services a wide range of earthmoving, mining, forestry and agricultural clients.

“At the moment our most popular model is the 13-tonne excavator,” he says.

“We stock a wide range of excavator brands, from Caterpillar to Kobelco, Kubota and Komatsu, as well as scrapers, dozers and wheel loaders.

“We’re currently quoting some Tier One operators to supply their whole fleet of equipment from this yard, and we also cover commercial farming and civil operators such as plumbers

and builders for the smaller stuff, even landscapers and arborists.

“At the other end we’ve got a scraper there, which can go into a mining operation for feeding gravel onto roads, or it can go to a farmer who wants to build a massive dam. We’ve got stick rakes and root rakes for the agriculture space and HD rock buckets for quarries and other abrasive environments. We then have grabs and so on, so we cover all industries.”

Solutions focused

Burgess explains that AIEG is a partnership between himself and John Wells that grew from an alignment of similar values, focused around being an Australian brand that offers honest advice, high quality machinery and attachments, and a can-do attitude.

“I worked as a diesel mechanic from 2006 to about 2017 and then managed a hire company until about 2020, before starting up AIEG with John,” Burgess says.

“We bring in machinery from overseas and offer new machinery from multiple brands in the earthmoving space.

“We have very strong relationships with our suppliers in various countries all over the world. John and I visit our suppliers quite often and we’re very selective. We get to go and see the machinery that we want to purchase and feel it and touch it before we bring something to Australia.

“We are ISO accredited and every year we get audited on our systems and processes, not only around the procurement of machines, but also our customer service, our invoicing, our quoting, and the delivery of the machines.

“In house we provide a quote within 24 hours. There are no ifs, buts or maybes – if someone wants a quote, they get a quote straight away. It’s one of the big differentiators for us in the industry.”

With access to international machines, AIEG has the capacity to supply a wider range of models than are imported by OEMs, and in a more timely fashion.

“Some of the machines that we bring into Australia, if you went directly to the OEM you wouldn’t be able to have that delivered for 18 months,” Burgess says.

“We partner with Credit One to ensure our clients have the best machine finance options available from the start. Michael, the owner, and Jordan, the general manager, and their team work closely with our clients to assist with repayments and financial needs.

“They genuinely understand the products we sell, which means their advice is accurate and relevant. On top of that, their service and responsiveness are exceptional.”

Top class attachments

In addition to new and used machinery, AIEG also has partnerships with Roo Attachments

AIEG has a long-running relationship with Roo Attachments

and FAE, allowing it to offer a wide range of attachments and customise its machinery to a customer’s needs.

AIEG has been supplying Roo Attachments products since it started, with Burgess saying that Roo’s range provides his customers with high quality, durable attachments for a great price.

“Four or five years ago, when we started to land excavators in Australia, I looked at the market and tried to find the best value for money bucket supplier. I met the owners Tim [Moss] and James [Fishburn] and they’re great guys who do a fantastic product.

“In terms of value for money and the support they provide, it’s the best. I would say it’s one of the most recognised brands on the Australian market right now, and their range is only expanding.

“We’ve had great success through having this partnership. For example, we have a customer in the Northern Territory who does a lot of council work and state government work on the roads, picking up rocks and placing them under bridges and in culverts.

“He burnt through hydraulic

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grabs and was very reluctant to buy a grab off me. I explained that with Roo Attachments’ grab the structure is made from BIS 400 steel, the cylinders are protected, etc.

Eventually I said that if it failed, I’d replace it. That was four years ago – it’s still going strong.

“A more recent partnership is with the FAE Group, distributing and servicing their mulching heads in Queensland. They’re amazing products.

“They’ve thought of everything when it comes to these mulchers. They’re simple to use, very versatile. They don’t require a huge investment in your machine to run them. If you’re in the business of deleting trees quickly, that’s something that you want on the end of your excavator.”

Burgess explains that AIEG positions itself as being a solutionsbased company that doesn’t just offer machinery, but can modify it as needed so a customer gets precisely what they are looking for.

“We’ve customised wheel loaders with rippers and stick rakes, excavators with tilt hitches and secondary hydraulic lines –basically whatever you can think of,” Burgess says.

“I always like to say that all things

are possible. We’re here to get the right solution, rather than just going: here’s an excavator, deal with it.”

Community support

If you head to AIEG’s socials you’ll see that it isn’t all just machinery and moving dirt – the business also likes to use its platform to support the work of the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service.

AIEG supplies a wide range of brands and machinery types

In June, AIEG donated $10,000 to the charity and raises funds throughout the year through selling footballs and other merch at trade shows and events.

“We’re a big supporter,” Burgess says of the charity.

“I personally like to get on my dirt bike from time to time and I’ve definitely been at a few places where Westpac Rescue had to come in and provide support, so that’s definitely one that we are prepared to get behind.”

With a new site and equipment ready to go, Burgess says that anybody in or around Toowoomba should drop in and see what’s available at the new facility.

“Even if you don’t want an excavator, come and have a coffee and introduce yourself,” he says.

“Some of the best relationships we’ve got in business started with guys that just dropped in to say G’day, and down the line they end up getting a digger or a bucket. We just love meeting people, so come have a look through our range or feel free to give us a call.”

For more information on AIEG, head to: www.aiegroup.com.au or call 1800 826 015.

Ageless build

A 2005 JCB 531-70 Agri telehandler has clocked up more than 110,000 hours over its 20 years of

The reliability of JCB’s telehandlers has been integral to a national cable reel management business, with one of its models still thriving after more than 20 years and over 110,000 hours of operation

Any heavy machine that is still operating after more than 20 years is a testament to ongoing maintenance performed to keep it running at an optimal level.

However, when a machine reaches more than 100,000 operating hours and is still thriving, credit must go to the reliability and durability of an OEM’s build.

For family business Reelmen Australia, that credit goes to JCB for building a telehandler that has stood the test of time, clocking up over 110,000 hours since it was purchased two decades ago.

Reelmen Australia is a cable reel

management business, which has been operating for 40 years and today boasts four locations across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, and Western Australia.

Cable reels, also known as cable drums, are used for the transport and installation of cable.

However, once the cable is used, many reels are disposed of as waste in landfills – which is not only detrimental to the environment but also an expense for many businesses.

Reelmen aims to solve this problem by purchasing used cable reels, repairing them and then reselling to cable manufacturers as

a recycled product to hold new cable.

These reusable products therefore eliminate the need to buy new cable reels, delivering cost savings and reducing environmental harm.

“We primarily buy cable reels from electricians and construction sites,” Reelmen Australia general manager Joe Lewis says.

“In recent times, we’ve had customers interested in using second hand cable reels in various other ways, such as tables and stools, however, this is a very small part of our business.”

Dynamic duo

A pair of JCB telehandlers – procured from national distributor JCB CEA –are integral to Reelmen’s operation, with the high reach capabilities assisting general loading and unloading of cable reels from trucks.

They are also used to transport cable reels that need to be repaired or refurbished around Reelmen’s yard.

“If there are any broken parts on the cable reels, such as timber, we need to replace it,” Lewis says.

“We will modify it, if need be, or even paint the reel if it’s required. The telehandlers help us get them back on the trucks to deliver once they’re ready.”

In the early days of the business, loading and unloading of cable reels was done both with backhoes

and often manual labour, before Reelmen procured a brand new JCB 531-70 Agri telehandler in 2005 to streamline the process.

This model has been a staple of Reelmen’s Londonderry, Sydney branch ever since, clocking up over 110,000 hours – a feat which even JCB CEA says is “unheard of for a telehandler”.

What’s even more impressive about this model’s longevity is the fact that it is still operating with the original running gear and has never had an overhaul on the powertrain, which can be attributed Reelmen’s ongoing care for the machine.

“We do a lot of the servicing ourselves and it’s been a really good unit,” Lewis says.

“It’s used every day, so we certainly have used it and abused it, but it’s still reliable and we haven’t done anything to the engine.”

Stacking cable reels on Reelmen’s trucks is just one job the JCB telehandler has thrived in, thanks in large part to its 7m maximum lift height and 3.7m maximum reach.

“We can stack cable reels up a couple of levels, so the telehandler helps to place them on top of each other,” Lewis says.

“It is a bit of a game of Tetris to make the different sized reels fit.”

Reelmen has also had a JCB 525-60 telehandler at its Melbourne branch for several years, which has performed similar jobs.

“We also have a JCB 540-14 in NSW

but it’s probably a little bit too big for our yard, so we’re looking to get something smaller,” Lewis says.

With the longevity shown by JCB, there was no question of going to another brand for a replacement.

“The 531-70 model we’ve used in Sydney has been so good for us, so we’re hoping to get another one in that size,” Lewis says.

“It’s been easy to use, has great vision and the joystick controller works really well for us. The manoeuvrability has been great, and it has been really reliable.”

For more information on JCB CEA’s telehandler range, visit jcbcea.com.au

Rebuilding Responsibly

How renewable diesel and Shell PANOLIN are changing construction

As customer expectations evolve and the push towards a more sustainable future intensifies, the industry finds itself balancing the demands of productivity while aligning with environmental goals.

With the growing demand for cleaner solutions, renewable diesel – also known as hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) – presents a promising alternative to diesel, and we can expect to see more highquality environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs) being introduced to the market.

Renewable diesel

Viva Energy Australia can help its customers by bringing renewable diesel within reach.

Robert Cavicchiolo, carbon solutions manager at Viva Energy, describes it as a ‘game-changer’ for the construction industry.

“Renewable diesel offers performance comparable to conventional diesel but with lower emissions,” Cavicchiolo says.

“It’s a simple, drop-in solution that allows companies to continue operations while reducing their carbon footprint.”

The key advantage of renewable diesel is its seamless compatibility with existing diesel engines and infrastructure due to its similar hydrocarbon composition to traditional diesel. This removes the need for costly modifications and approvals from OEMs.

Biodegradable lubricants

Viva Energy Australia offers a suite of sustainable options including biodegradable lubricants.

As the world’s need for mobility and construction projects grow, so does the shared responsibility to meet this rising demand while reducing the environmental impact

of lubricants. The correct choice of lubricants is vital. Shell PANOLIN lubricants present an easy choice, allowing for reduced environmental impacts in an event of a leak, or accidental spillage when compared to conventional mineral oils.

Available through Viva Energy, the Shell PANOLIN portfolio includes a broad choice of readily biodegradable and low-ecotoxicity lubricants for hydraulics, gears, engines (HDEO) and greasing for machine lubrication, including leading OEM-approved products.

“Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth 32, 46, 68 were the first Bosch Rexroth-approved biodegradable hydraulic oils, designed for uninterrupted equipment operation,” Viva Energy technical specialist Silvana Farrugia says.

“The Shell PANOLIN portfolio is technically well-balanced with high biodegradability and is designed for long life, with high performance and protection contributing to equipment longevity.”

Moreover, Shell PANOLIN provides uncompromising performance.

Viva Energy can help you take a step towards sustainability with renewable diesel and biodegradable lubricants

Its high viscosity index ensures performance across all temperature ranges, providing shear stability, wear protection and robust loadbearing capabilities.

“Shell PANOLIN S4 hydraulic range is a great example of this, as its good cold flow behaviour allows for the reducing risk of metal-on-metal wear,” Farrugia says.

Biodegradable lubricants are not new to the construction industry.

“In fact, Shell PANOLIN products have been trusted by customers in other industries for more than 40 years,” Farrugia says.

“This is largely being achieved through the reformulation of more balanced lubricants with higher tier synthetic ester base stocks and the development of better additives,” Farrugia says.

As the construction industry navigates the dual pressures of increasing productivity and reducing environmental impact, solutions like renewable diesel and biodegradable lubricants are essential.

With proven performance, OEM approvals, and a strong track record across industries, Shell PANOLIN and Viva Energy’s renewable diesel offerings empower businesses to take meaningful steps toward sustainability without compromising on efficiency or reliability.

For more information speak to the experts at Viva Energy Australia (Shell Lubricants Macro Distributor). Call 1300 134 205 or Email technicalhelpdesk@ vivaenergy.com.au / carbonsolutions@ vivaenergy.com.au

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Pink and powerful

Sage Civil is promoting the opportunities available to women in the industry, with a fleet of custom-painted pink Cat® machinery

For Sage Civil founder and managing director Asha Russell, building and maintaining long-lasting relationships is of the upmost importance to her business, and there’s no greater example of this than the one formed with Caterpillar and local dealer WesTrac.

The seeds for this relationship

were planted as a young girl, with Asha growing up around Cat equipment, since her father was a diesel mechanic and owned his own earthmoving business.

Asha can remember travelling back and forth with her father to pick up spare parts from WesTrac, which she says was the catalyst for

her love of the Caterpillar brand.

Key relationships were built over many years with WesTrac, so when she was ready to start her own business in 2013, Asha knew Cat equipment would form the backbone of her fleet.

“I started Sage Civil with the shell of a Cat D6 dozer,” Asha says.

“It was all I could afford at the time, and I worked really hard for about 12 months to build the dozer into a workable state.

“I got my first job and it took off from there. As I saw opportunities, I kept on growing with the business.”

Women in industry

Providing various earthmoving and civil work solutions Australia-wide, Sage Civil has grown tremendously since its humble beginnings.

Today, Asha has ran up to a fleet of around 50 Cat machines – including excavators, dozers, skid steer, dump trucks, compactors, rollers, water carts and graders.

As a female leader in a traditionally-male dominated field, Asha is committed to attracting attention to the opportunities available to women in the industry and supporting them to forge a long and successful career.

To help carry out this mission, Sage Civil has custom-painted a variety of its Cat machines in bright

pink since 2017, aiming to promote women working in the industry.

Some of the brightly coloured machines in the fleet include a pink Cat D10 dozer, pink Cat 730C and 740B dump trucks, and a Cat 320 next-gen excavator with a pink boom.

Other machines that are custom painted include Cat 315, 335, 336 and 349 excavators, a 12M grader and skid steers.

Sage Civil also employs young women with little experience in the industry, providing a safe haven for those stepping up to a new challenge with comprehensive training or apprenticeships.

“By the time they’ve finished training, they might know how to operate three or four machines, so they’re ready to spread their wings and fly,” Asha says.

“Watching these young people come through and watching their lives change is what thrills me the most.”

Asha has already seen a significant

increase of women working in earthmoving and civil construction roles as a result of this mission.

“Back in 2017, there was around 2.7 per cent of women working in nontraditional roles in the civil space –New South Wales-wide,” she says.

“Fast forward to 2025 and it’s 10.5 per cent in the civil space, so it’s really happening.

“For me, just being a part of a legacy that you can look back at and know that you were a big part of for women is just amazing.”

Looking to help other women working in the industry, Asha adds her own inspiration to start Sage Civil was driven by Gina Rinehart, the executive chairwoman of Australian private mining company Hancock Prospecting.

“I read her biography and there were so many similarities within our childhood and dynamics within our family unit,” Asha says.

“It gave me the strength to go off and register my own company, so I

want to give her a big shout out for inspiring me, and I really hope to meet her one day – she is my queen.”

Sage Civil’s highly recognisable pink fleet of Cat machinery has been seen working on the Heatherbrae bypass of Seymour Whyte’s M1 Pacific Motorway extension project in the Hunter region.

The five-kilometre northern Heatherbrae bypass section from Tomago to Raymond Terrace will improve travel times and conditions for those travelling between Sydney and Brisbane.

Sage Civil’s Cat 320 next-gen excavator with the pink boom was procured specifically for this project. Brand-new at the time, the machine came straight out of WesTrac’s Tomago branch to the site, alongside several other Cat machines owned by Sage Civil.

“We had about 10 Cat machines up there running around for about 18 months,” Asha says.

“Rocking up onsite with pink Cat

equipment, it’s a flex, especially for the girls. The new excavator was flawless, and we got a lot of advertisement because it was on a freeway.”

The pink machines have also branched out to the mining space in the Hunter Valley region, working on tailings dams and rehabilitation works with BHP and Ashton Coal.

Invaluable relationship

Asha describes herself as an extremely loyal person, and given her long-lasting relationship with Caterpillar and WesTrac, she says she “doesn’t wish to procure equipment from another brand.”

The relationship goes beyond familiarity however, with Cat equipment being chosen for Sage Civil’s fleet due to its well-earned reputation over the past century for quality, reliability and exceptional aftersales support.

“Caterpillar is like the Ferrari of the machinery world,” Asha says.

“You know what you’re buying –Cat equipment is structurally sound and safe, the re-sale value of the

machines is high and the brand has been running for 100 years.

“I think everyone in the industry knows that Cat equipment is the best. Whether it’s civil construction, mining or forestry, Caterpillar conquers all the different machine brands.”

Asha adds the ‘faultless’ serviceability and care-factor provided by WesTrac has ensured minimal downtime and maximum machine efficiency, which has been integral to Sage Civil’s productivity.

“I couldn’t ask for a better or stronger relationship and that’s why I stick with them,” she says.

Key to the success of many Sage Civil projects has been the Cat Grade technology, which combines automated machine control and advanced guidance to help operators accurately hit grading targets quicker and in fewer passes.

Available on a range of Cat excavators, dozers, graders and paving equipment, this technology has been integrated into many of Sage Civil’s machine prior to purchase – eliminating the need for

third-party machine control partners.

With spare parts being crucial in an industry where machinery uptime is essential, Sage Civil relies on the accuracy, availability and easiness of the online Cat Parts Store.

Sage Civil’s head mechanic orders most of the parts, and Asha says the process couldn’t be more streamlined for him.

“It’s easy, he doesn’t have to talk to anyone, it’s all there and he knows how to use it,” she says.

“You can see exactly where the part is and how long it’s going to take. You tend to get the parts 24 to 48 hours after ordering Australia-wide.”

New opportunities

With more than 30 years of experience in the industry and now more than a decade running Sage Civil, Asha is diversifying the business with new services to keep pace in an ever-evolving market.

The business has recently started offering quarry products and is looking at opportunities for projects in new sectors. By doing so, Asha says Sage Civil will be able to grow further,

securing the future of the business.

“I’m being a bit more diverse with what we do so I can learn new skills that might launch Sage Civil into something else,” she says.

“I love what I do, and I think the most important part of what I do is building relationships, having integrity and values.”

While Sage Civil is set for new opportunities, Asha’s personal mission continues to be at the forefront of the business through the fleet of pink machines.

“My passion is to help women get where they want to go and gain a new skillset that they’ll have for life – that’s really important to me,” she says.

“That’s what keeps me in the game, and I’m committed to helping drive women into this industry.” For more information, visit sagecivil.com.au or westrac.com.au © 2025 Caterpillar. All Rights Reserved. CAT, CATERPILLAR, LET’S DO THE WORK, their respective logos, “Caterpillar Corporate Yellow”, the “Power Edge” and Cat “Modern Hex” trade dress as well as corporate and product identity used herein, are trademarks of Caterpillar and may not be used without permission.

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Conquer tough terrain

Volvo CE’s next generation articulated haulers – available from CJD Equipment – deliver key advancements in performance, efficiency and sustainability

Volvo Construction Equipment has recently unveiled its next generation of haulers, inspired by input from quarry operators.

The new hauler models have been completely redesigned to deliver performance, power and cutting-edge technology to quarries.

Designed to tackle some of the toughest jobs with ease, the next generation series is built to maximise uptime, reduce service costs and minimise the total cost of ownership. It does this through simplified maintenance with extended service intervals and streamlined servicing processes.

These reduce service costs and increase time spent on the job site, ensuring higher efficiency and reliability.

Equipped with predictive gear selection and an advanced all-terrain bogie system, the Volvo next generation haulers also offer superior traction, stability, and control across challenging terrains.

Volvo Dynamic Drive, featuring predictive gear selection, automatically adapts to slopes and load conditions.

This intelligent system selects the optimal gear for every situation, improving fuel efficiency and operator comfort while reducing wear on critical components.

Navigating mud, gravel, or rock is easy with Volvo’s Automatic Traction Control (ATC) and 100 per cent differential locks.

The system automatically engages and disengages drive combinations to maximise grip, minimise tyre wear and reduce fuel consumption. Operators also have manual override

options for extreme conditions, ensuring total confidence in the terrain.

Ultimate workhorse

At the heart of the next generation series is the all-new, full-suspension A50 model. With a 45-tonne payload, the A50 is designed for high-volume material movement.

Its reinforced axles and robust frame ensure durability under the heaviest loads, while the full-suspension allows for higher speeds and reduced cycle times.

The suspension also enhances operator comfort and boasts productivity, making it ideal for off-road tasks.

Thanks to faster cycle times, higher travel speeds, and smarter operator interfaces, the A50 can move up to 10 per cent more material per hour than its predecessor. This efficiency boost can reduce fleet size requirements

and lower overall cost per tonne.

In addition, the next generation series can include optional seats that are designed to boost operator comfort even more.

On top of heating and air conditioning, the climate control in the cab is automatically adjustable, so when an operator sits down, the seat will automatically adjust the air pressure based on their weight.

Safety is also vital for Volvo’s engineers and has been incorporated throughout the A50’s design.

A service access area is included directly at the front of the cab, letting operators check the fluids before starting their daily work shift.

The cab itself is certified for falling object protection and rollover protection as well.

Productivity boost

While the previous generation machine and the A50 share some

Next generation haulers are equipped with predictive gear selection and an advanced all-terrain bogie system

Volvo’s Automatic Traction Control feature automatically engages and disengages drive combinations to maximise grip, minimise tyre wear, and reduce fuel consumption

similarities, the new series has undergone key improvements.

The new Volvo drivetrain and advanced transmission deliver up to 8 to 15 per cent better fuel efficiency than previous models.

Features like 6x4 mode and cruise control further optimise fuel use, especially on long or variable haul routes. These can be seen in the fuel filters, which previously used a manual priming system. This has been updated to an electronic priming system, inspired by feedback from Volvo CE customers.

With longer service intervals, simplified servicing, and robust components, owners can expect up to a five to six per cent reduction in service costs over 12,000 hours of operation. This translates to savings in both labour and parts and increased machine availability.

Sustainable future

Volvo CE’s commitment to sustainability is woven into every aspect of the next generation haulers, from materials to manufacturing.

The electronics architecture in

the updated models is engineered for adaptability, making it ready for future hybrid or electric drivetrains. Additionally, all updated haulers are designed to meet or exceed the latest global emission standards.

Volvo’s Braås facility in Sweden –where these machines are built – has been carbon-neutral since 2014 and is certified as a Climate Efficient Site.

The Braås site is a model for circular manufacturing, utilising recycled materials and renewable energy throughout the production process.

The facility is landfill-free and seeks new ways to minimise waste and environmental impact. The updated Volvo haulers, available from CJD Equipment, are more than just a new generation of articulated haulers –it’s a leap forward in performance, efficiency and sustainability.

With industry-first full-suspension architecture, advanced off-road systems, measurable productivity gains, and a focus on lowering operating costs, the updated models are built to conquer Australia’s most demanding worksites.

Backed by Volvo’s legacy of innovation and CJD Equipment’s trusted support, the next generation haulers ensure quarry operations are ready for today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities.

For more information on Volvo CE’s updated haulers, visit cjd.com.au

Gold standard

Operating in Western Australia’s gold mining sector, MACAR Group has turned to a Striker CQ400 cone crusher from Onetrak to handle a challenging project

With Western Australian crushing and screening specialist MACAR Group looking to expand its reach in the gold processing industry, and a tight timeframe to get a crusher up and running, the business turned to Striker distributor Onetrak to find a solution.

At the beginning of September, a Striker CQ400 cone crusher joined MACAR Group’s fleet and is now processing scats at a gold processing plant in Meekatharra.

The first Striker machine to join the fleet, and the first to be supplied by Onetrak, MACAR Group owner Matt Kelly says it’s a challenging application, but the CQ400 cone crusher is living up to the Striker reputation.

“This is our first purchase, but we’ve got a good relationship with Striker,” Matt says.

“With my background as a boilermaker and fitter I’m familiar with Striker machinery, and their ease of use and accessibility has always stood out.

“We were looking for a cone

crusher and Striker couldn’t supply us a machine in the timeframe we had, so they put us on to Onetrak and they’ve been fantastic.”

Building a business

MACAR Group has been operating across WA since 2021, run by Matt and his wife Carrie.

Matt says his previous experience of maintaining and operating crushing equipment led them to set up their own business – initially working with Holcim Australia.

After purchasing a reclaimer screen, the next step was to expand within the Goldfields and Murchison regions of WA.

“We’ve done crushing at the Granny Smith mine for Gold Fields and we’ve just started a project for Westgold,” Matt says.

“We’re pushing hard in the gold sector at the moment.”

With a long-term plan to build a fleet of Striker machinery, Matt says the starting point is the CQ400 cone crusher. Currently it is crushing 25mm milled rock down to -8mm

“and getting through it really well”.

“At the gold plant, when they crush and then put the ore through a mill, there’s a certain size that they screen out, which in this case is 25mm,” he says.

“However, it comes out with a lot of mill balls and steel in it. So Onetrak also built us a feeder with a magnetic head drum, which is doing a great job at pulling all the steel out before we crush it.”

Clear favourite

When asked why he chose a Striker machine, Matt says the design of the crushing chambers produces a better end product, and the ease of use means new operators can quickly be trained to run the machine.

“It’s very simple for our guys to pick up if they haven’t used the Striker machine before,” he says.

“They’re user friendly, so, if we were to dry hire this machine out, that’s a benefit. Instead of someone taking three or four days to learn the ins and outs of a machine, with this cone crusher, within a day they can have a

Matt Kelly says the ease of use of Striker machinery is a major plus for his business

pretty good handle on how it works. Plus, as a brand, Striker are reliable and proven.

“At the moment we’re crushing around 80 to 90 tonne an hour, which is slow, but it’s also very hard work. Every single rock has to be crushed to that specific size.”

Another advantage is the use of a Cat engine, which means parts are easily accessible and the majority of mechanics are already familiar with the brand. Having spent years repairing and operating crushing machinery, Matt says the design of Striker equipment stands out for its ease of maintenance.

“Striker builds machines that are very easy to work on,” he says.

“When you’re a fitter and you need

to fix something, you need to be able to get in there quickly, without having to strip half the machine to pieces.

“On a Striker, I can access 90 per cent of the stuff on there no problem.”

Matt adds that Onetrak has been highly supportive in quickly getting him the machine that he needed.

“Onetrak have just been amazing so far,” he says.

“They’ve gone out of their way to help us build and they want to see us grow. There’s a very good relationship between us, that’s for sure.”

With MACAR Group continuing to grow its presence in the Western Australian market, Matt says a major focus is safety and quality of service, with Striker machinery the brand

of choice for him as he continues to build his fleet.

“We’re focusing on the safety side and our strong maintenance background,” he says.

“By the end of this year, we’ll have our ISOs done so we can stand out a bit more. We don’t want to be the biggest, but we want to be the safest and the best.”

For more information on Onetrak’s range of Striker machinery, go to: onetrak.com.au

For any crushing and screening enquiries, contact MACAR Group on 0427212259 or matt@macargroup.com.au

IMS-MS104T

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Tough demo

LiuGong dealer Construction Distribution Australia has carried out demonstrations of the 890T wheel loader at a recycling plant in NSW

Since being released to the Australian market earlier this year, LiuGong’s T Series wheel loaders have been proving their worth in various industries, such as civil construction, quarries, batching plants, and bulk handling –generating significant sales that have already surpassed high expectations.

Another sector these loaders are thriving in is waste and recycling, evidenced by demonstrations of a waste-specification 890T model –the largest of the range – at a New South Wales recycling plant.

These local demonstrations have been carried out by LiuGong’s trusted Melbourne, Sydney & Brisbane dealer Construction Distribution Australia (CDA) –backed by the McIntosh Group – to demonstrate the loader’s capabilities in waste management applications.

CDA waste and recycling sales manager Neil Adlam says LiuGong’s T Series wheel loaders are well-suited to the ‘big players in the scrap recycling market’.

“Smaller businesses generally don’t shred, so they don’t need wheel loaders, but waste is different,” he says.

“Waste companies can have wheel loaders of all sizes throughout their facilities, varying from smaller ones to larger models like the 890T.”

Extra gadgets

In preparation for the demonstrations, the LiuGong 890T was fitted with Brawler tyres supplied by the Interfit Group, ensuring protection against punctures from sharp materials.

While the 890T loader weighs approximately 33.5-tonne as standard, Adlam says the extra

features fitted brought the overall operating weight closer to around 38-tonnes.

It is powered by a 350hp (261 kW) engine and boasts 270kN of bucket breakout force, which Adlam says was crucial for the recycling plant operation.

“If you’ve got a pile of scrap that’s been sitting in the rain, it gets rusty and sticks together, so you need a lot more breakout force than a wheel loader would normally require,” he says.

“It has great load carrying capabilities because of this.”

A potential LiuGong customer experienced several benefits using the wheel loader as part of the demonstrations at its recycling plant.

“They got an awareness of how good the quality of the LiuGong product is, how flexible the production team can be,

and the support that we can offer,” Adlam says.

“They were very pleasantly surprised by the build quality and the operator comfort.”

Many waste and recycling facilities require specific features they would like integrated onto their loaders and this was no different for this demonstration.

LiuGong’s production team proved more than flexible in satisfying the potential customer.

“Most of our waste and recycling customers want features that can range from auto-shutdown, emergency stops, battery isolators and extra guarding – to name a few,” Adlam says.

“So, we are able to provide that and in the case of the demonstration, we have included e-stops, battery isolators and the extra cabin guarding on the loader.”

These specifications are in addition to the numerous standard features, which include a multi-adjustable arm rest, joystick, and air-suspension seat, as well as 360-degree handrails and anti-slip steps for safer and easier access and exit of the cabin.

To further enhance operator safety, the 890T offers curved, panoramic glass windows and an optional rear-view camera to increase visibility.

Operators also are offered joystick and steering wheel operation on the

The loader is powered by a 350hp (261 kW) engine and boasts 270kN of bucket breakout force

machine, providing further comfort while operating the loader.

Enhanced range

A key improvement of the T Series loaders is a liquid-driven, air-in type cooling system with intelligent fan speed adjustment, which has been rearranged to optimise the wind field and enhance heat dissipation, furthering enhancing the ability to work in extreme working conditions.

Fuel tank capacity has increased to 608L on the 890T model, while maintenance has also been made easier for operators, as they can add fuel and oil, as well as service the diesel filters all from ground level.

Oil changes are only required every 2,000 hours, helping further reduce maintenance costs.

The hydraulic system also has had an update, incorporating the conversion of a two-pump combined flow system to a single-pump unit, which has increased the working pressure of the hydraulic system.

For more information on the LiuGong 890T wheel loader, or to enquire about having a demonstration, speak to your local CDA representative or visit cdau.com.au

Strategic alliance

ITR Pacific is partnering with Miller Australia to expand nationwide availability of leading excavator attachments

ITR Pacific is proud to announce its new distributor partnership with Miller Australia – one of the world’s leading manufacturers of excavator attachments.

This partnership brings together Miller’s industry-leading quick hitches and buckets with ITR’s globally recognised expertise in earthmoving machinery parts and unrivalled nationwide distribution network, significantly increasing stock availability and service support for customers across Australia.

Established in 2013 as part of Miller UK Ltd, Miller Australia has built a strong reputation from its base in Melbourne, Victoria for producing the safest, most advanced quick hitches and buckets in the market.

With this distributor partnership, ITR Pacific will supply Miller’s quick hitches, buckets and Ready to Dig bucket bundles through its extensive branch network in Brisbane, Mackay,

Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth and Kalgoorlie.

The partnership enables Australian operators to access Miller products faster and more reliably, supported by ITR’s large, dedicated sales team and expanding network of facilities, service capabilities and stockholding. Together, Miller’s innovation in attachment technology and ITR’s strength in global parts distribution create a natural alignment that delivers enhanced value to customers nationwide.

Alongside Miller attachments, ITR Pacific continues to offer a comprehensive portfolio of undercarriage components, rubber tracks and pads, ground engaging tools, repair parts, OTR tyres and other attachments – further strengthening its position as a onestop solution for Australian operators.

“We are delighted to launch our distributor strategy with ITR Pacific

Miller attachments will be available through ITR Pacific’s branches across Australia. Image: ITR Pacific

as part of our tactical growth plans,” Miller Australia general manager David Aldridge says.

“Combining ITR’s strong local knowledge and large distributor network with technologies that are globally proven, our equipment is ideally aligned with modern Australian practices. As such, we believe our attachment solutions, that have been tested and optimised for even the harshest of conditions, are the very best in class and ideally suited for ITR’s customer base.”

The distributor strategy with ITR further solidifies Miller’s position to be the global leader in attachments for the wide range of markets and sectors it operates in.

“There’s already a strong synergy between Miller and ITR, serving the same industries, making this partnership a natural fit and great addition to our already extensive range of products,” ITR Pacific says.

“By uniting Miller’s world-leading coupler and attachment technology with our unrivalled distribution and service network, we continue to solidify ourselves as a onestop solution for customers across Australia.

To mark the partnership, ITR Pacific will be showcasing a range of Miller’s quick hitches and buckets alongside ITR’s other core product ranges at the upcoming Diesel, Dirt & Turf Expo 2026. The event will give Australian operators the opportunity to see the combined strength of the partnership first-hand.

For more info on ITR Pacific, visit: www.itrpacific.com.au

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Step by step

Next March, Marcus Arnold will be undertaking a 400km solo trek in Greenland in order to raise awareness of mental health in construction. Here we discuss preparing for the trip, what inspired the challenge, and the vital work being undertaken by MATES in Construction

Life can be a challenge for many reasons, but this is particularly relevant for the construction industry where workers are eight times more likely to die by suicide than a workplace accident. For younger workers, they are twice as likely as other young Australian men to take their own lives.

These are deeply sobering statistics that highlight the difficulties that men working in construction can face when managing their mental health in a culture that historically hasn’t welcomed discussions around emotions or stress.

One young man who is aiming to challenge this wall of silence and inspire more conversations around how to develop a workplace culture where mental health isn’t avoided is Marcus Arnold. An environmental engineer with Fulton Hogan, Marcus is planning to undertake an extraordinary solo trek around the third largest island in Greenland.

Earthmovers & Excavators caught up with Marcus to find out more about what inspired the expedition and how the work of MATES in Construction has been vital in helping him, and many construction workers, gain the tools they need to check in with colleagues and have the confidence to speak out on their mental health struggles.

A changing landscape

It was 2018 when Marcus first heard of MATES in Construction.

A not-for-profit charity dedicated to suicide prevention in the construction industry, MATES provides support services and workplace training focused on mental health. He says the discussion that took place was eye-opening in terms of how many people are struggling in the industry every day.

“They visited one of the projects that I was working on and delivered some of their general awareness training,” Marcus says.

“I had no idea at that point of the statistics [around suicide], particularly in our industry.

“The project that I was working on at the time was a big project with a couple of hundred people at every prestart and one of the stats that really brought it home for me was that one in 20 construction workers will have a suicide plan in any given year.

“That really brings it home when you think about how many people that actually is, and these are the people that you spend the majority of your time with. Mental health and suicide are things that we don’t acknowledge very well in this industry.”

He says that, early in his career, mental health was rarely discussed in the workplace, with the prevailing

culture being one of keeping things to yourself, managing it in silence and facing the challenges of long hours and difficult work with stoicism.

“It’s been quite astounding actually seeing the changes that have happened over the past five or six years,” he says.

“I started as a graduate engineer in 2016, and you didn’t hear the words ‘mental health’ on site at all. Now, it’s a far more prevalent theme and there’s been some fantastic work in the industry trying to get rid of some of that stigma.”

The workplace training session led by MATES helped to open up discussions around what people can often struggle to articulate, particularly in a male-dominated workplace that traditionally hasn’t welcomed such openness around emotions. Marcus says the training was a huge help not just for himself in helping him reflect on his own mental health struggles, but also the importance of looking out for your mates in the workplace and checking in to see how they are doing.

“Being able to recognise if someone is going through something is difficult because the signs can be extremely subtle,” he says.

“Being able to recognise those

subtle signs, and knowing the statistics, was enough for me to be a lot more aware of it.

If I’m working with a couple of hundred people, the statistics are telling me that quite a lot of people that I work with are going through something. So, it’s having that consistent awareness, and not just self-awareness, which has certainly fostered more of a community and provided a lot more support.”

Pushing the limits

All of this brings us to the present, with Marcus now planning a bold adventure to Greenland where he will be trekking 400km through winter conditions with no backup nearby and the threat of polar bears ever present.

It is by taking on such a huge challenge that he hopes to not only raise money for MATES in Construction but also show that there is hope. You may well be at the

very bottom and feel like there’s no way forward, but that doesn’t mean that you’re alone.

“In terms of partnering with MATES in Construction, I personally went through a hard time and was appreciative of the work that MATES do,” Marcus says.

“That was some years ago now, and I think I wanted to make this journey about something more than just a trip of mine. I saw it as a good opportunity to partner with an organisation that does some awesome work in our space but also be able to share that story and give people that are potentially going through something a bit of hope.

“If you’d asked me three years ago if I ever thought I’d be capable of doing something like this, the answer would have been ‘absolutely not’, because at that point, I was struggling to simply get through each day. I want to show that, yes, you can be in those sorts of places, and you can come through it. There is light at the end of the tunnel, and you will be able to achieve something like this.”

As to why he has chosen Milne Island in Greenland as his destination, Marcus cites his background doing research in polar regions and describes the beauty and striking geology of the landscape there as being a call to adventure.

“It’s the largest fjord system in the world,” he says.

“It’s a couple of couple of hundred kilometres long, and there are 2,000 metre cliffs either side, with glaciers cascading down into it. It’s a very, very beautiful area. I sailed the route

last year in the summer, but this time it will be winter and therefore completely frozen.”

After two months of training and preparation in Norway, Marcus will fly over to Greenland next March and pack up everything he needs for his journey from a shipping container. Once the plane leaves, he’ll be completely alone on the frozen ocean around an uninhabited island with just a husky for company.

“There’s literally nothing there,” he says.

“The airstrip is a dirt strip that was created by an oil exploration company back in the 1980s and then abandoned. I’ll have to carry all of my supplies with me

and I’ll be on my own for 30 days circumnavigating the third largest island in Greenland. I’ll be towing a sled that weighs 80 to 100kg, and the temperature will be between minus 20 and minus 35 degrees Celsius.”

The whole trek will take place on skis – which is also something that Marcus has never done before.

“I’ve never set foot on skis in my entire life!” he laughs.

“So that’s the first point of call when I do the training – learning how to cross country ski.

“I’ll go up to an ice cap in Norway, in a town called Finse, and I’ll spend three weeks there with a guide.

She’s a South Pole station leader in the summer months, and she’ll take

Marcus says the workplace training from MATES is helping to remove the stigma of discussing mental health on construction sites

me through some very targeted training. Because of the elevation, temperatures there will be similar to what I’ll experience in Greenland, so that’ll be good preparation.

“I’m trying to organise some training up in Svalbard, which is about 1,000km north of Norway, to learn how to manage polar bears.”

When asked what the main challenges will be as he treks around Milne Island, he says that the bears are his biggest concern.

“I’ve got flares, I’ve got a husky, I’ve got bang guns with blank rounds and a rifle, which is the absolute last resort,” he says.

“Every night, when I set up my tent, I need to set up a perimeter tripwire alarm system. So there are plenty of bear deterrents, but the reality is always a little bit different to the perfect plan.”

The cold and the weather will also test his endurance to its limits.

“I’ll have to manage the cold but also storms,” he says.

“There’s a something called a piteraq [‘that which attacks you’ in the local language], which happens in Greenland, where you can get winds over 300km an hour through that fjord. So that’s a very real risk for me. Hygiene is a big one. And just making sure that I’ve got enough medical supplies for anything that might happen.”

When asked why he wants to undertake this journey solo, in the face of significant risks, Marcus says it is important for him to take on a challenge of this magnitude.

“It’s about pushing myself to my

No stranger to extreme sports, Marcus will spend weeks preparing for his trek in Norway

absolute limit, and I know that I will be pushed probably beyond my limits at times,” he says.

“That’s what excites me about it. I’m not interested in doing things where everything is done for you and organised for you. I like being able to push myself and see what I’m capable of.”

Sparking conversations

This challenge may be a personal target for Marcus as he takes on the stark landscape of Greenland, but it’s also a way to bring up the subject of mental health challenges and raise some money for MATES in Construction.

“The main thing for me is that if there is one person that I know or work with that is going through a silent struggle that no one knows about, and they can see this and either ask for help, or at least feel inspired that there is a way through it, then that is a positive outcome for me,” he says.

“Doing this journey is also a platform to start conversations about mental health that might not have otherwise happened. I’d like to raise as much money as I can for MATES, because I really appreciate

Having been through challenging times with his own mental health, Marcus hopes this journey will inspire hope in others who may be struggling

the work that they do, but it’s less about the money and more about the conversations that can come from it.”

He says the influence of MATES in Construction has been significant in making it okay for construction workers to seek help if they need it, and to check in with each other.

“I think those barriers are coming down,” Marcus says.

“With MATES, the guys that do the training, they’re real people. They’ve had their own experiences.

Some people might make a remark, and they’ll say, ‘that’s a really good comment, let’s dig into that’. They actually understand as they’ve been through it themselves.

“Modern life is challenging and there’s no shame whatsoever in speaking up and saying, ‘Hey, I can’t handle this on my own right now’.”

To learn more about Marcus Arnold’s Greenland expedition and to donate, visit: greenlandalone.gofundraise.com. au/cms/home

For more information on MATES in Construction, head to: mates.org.au

If you have been affected by issues raised in this article and feel you are in immediate danger, please call the emergency services on 000.

Other services offering support include:

Lifeline Australia: Call 13 11 14 for 24-hour help or text 0477 13 11 14.

Beyond Blue: Call 1300 22 4636 or you can speak with a counsellor online at www.beyondblue.org.au

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Resource recovery

NTEX co-founder Eileen Breen has supported the business to become a circular economy leader, driving innovation in recycling, waste recovery and sustainable construction across the Northern Territory. Having won the Industry Advocacy Award at the Women in Industry Awards this year, we speak with Eileen about how NTEX is leading resource recovery in the NT

The Northern Territory’s NTEX was once just a standard civil construction and demolition business. However, over the last decade, it has grown into a circular economy pioneer and leading provider of environmental rehabilitation, remediation and resource recovery solutions.

Based in Darwin, NTEX is committed to recycling waste from its construction and demolition projects, enabling it to repurpose and recover valuable materials, and reduce the volume of waste ending up in landfill.

At the heart of the operation is Eileen Breen and her husband Gerry, who co-founded NTEX in 2010. Having previously run a

civil, construction and demolition business in Northern Ireland, an early goal for the couple was to minimise the waste produced from NTEX’s projects.

NTEX’s Hammbreaker mobile multipurpose industrial shredder allows the business to transform waste concrete into civil construction aggregate

Eileen Breen and her husband Gerry co-founded NTEX in 2010.

Using their connections made overseas, they looked at solutions that other businesses were applying to see what could work in the NT.

“The way things were being done overseas was very different to what was happening in Australia, especially in the Northern Territory,” Eileen says.

“A lot of new equipment was being developed specifically for recycling construction and demolition waste and separating steel rebar from concrete.

“However, in the Northern Territory there wasn’t really any equipment like this, so we were pioneers in bringing this in.”

NTEX’s circular economy journey began with the purchase of a Hammbreaker mobile multi-purpose industrial shredder and crusher in 2020, which Eileen says was the first of its kind in the NT.

This German-built machine specialises in the removal of reinforced bar from concrete, enabling NTEX to repurpose waste concrete as civil construction aggregate and recycle recovered asphalt material.

“We invested in this product not knowing if anyone would be interested in this process and machine, so we didn’t know if there would be a market for it,”

Eileen says.

“It felt like a a gamble at the time, but Gerry and I were of the opinion that you can’t be what you can’t see,

so we needed to show people how it worked before they got on board.”

Circular economy

Traditionally, demolition waste produced on NT-based projects would be sent to landfill, but with the Hammbreaker, NTEX can crush it and use the recycled aggregate as road base in civil projects.

NTEX found this to be a much cheaper and environmentally friendly solution compared to dumping waste into landfills, with the business quite literally transforming how the local industry approached this process.

On one of NTEX’s early projects using the Hammbreaker, Eileen says

the machine helped save $130,000 for the NT government.

“Those savings aren’t even factoring in what it would cost to use products from a quarry rather than the recycled aggregates that we were able to use onsite,” she says.

“We were able to shine a lens on the opportunity for resource recovery and that was the first step in getting the NT government on board. It’s now becoming an increasingly normal consideration in demolition projects.”

As demand grew for NTEX’s concrete recycling services, the business invested in a first of its kind machine for Australia in 2022 – the Rubble Master concrete crusher recycler.

This Rubble Master unit features a magnetic separator, an inbuilt screening unit and blower to remove light plastics and organic material, making it well-suited for recycling larger quantities of concrete.

In 2024, NTEX brought another innovation to Australian shores with the Arjes Titan 900 mobile shredder.

The Australian-first piece of machinery recycles concrete, light steel, car bodies, green organic waste, and other waste materials such as tyres and rubber – which opened NTEX’s doors for new opportunities in other industries.

One of these has been the maritime industry, as rubber is often used as the main material for fenders –a protective cushion that prevents damage to a ship’s hull.

Shredding many of these rubber fenders at the end of their useful life, NTEX has found the material produced to be in demand as it can be used to create tyre-derived fuel, an alternative to fossil fuels in cement kilns and other high-temperature burning applications.

“At the moment, the Northern Territory doesn’t have an end market use for rubber tyres and fenders,” Eileen says.

“When that changes, we’ll be glad to see that circular economy opportunity onshore rather than offshore.”

Safe practices

NTEX has recovered and recycled a significant amount of industry waste with its approach, specifically concrete and asphalt material.

Most of this waste has been recycled for use in civil projects, helping NTEX achieve an average resource recovery rate of over 83 per cent on demolition projects, which Eileen says is significantly higher than the industry average.

On certain projects, NTEX has been able to achieve even higher resource recovery rates, with it all depending on what is deemed safe.

“We’ve been able to get up to 98 per cent resource recovery on demolition projects, but that number can go down due to contaminants found in aging infrastructure,” Eileen says.

“It’s really important to make sure what we’re recycling is safe.”

To ensure this, NTEX employs an independent hygienist that conducts a pre-demolition audit on every project. This involves a thorough analysis of obvious and potential contaminants, testing them, and then discussing the next steps with the NTEX team.

Before any demolition occurs, NTEX removes any contaminated material and disposes it at a facility that’s licensed to take that material, leaving behind only the materials

that are safe to reuse. Once this is done, there is a significant focus on waste separation to ensure cross-contamination doesn’t occur with different materials.

“We’re not just knocking everything down into a big pile, it’s really a process of deconstruction,” Eileen says.

“We may have a concrete pile, steel pile, and whatever else can be recycled. Any materials that we don’t recycle directly, we will partner with other companies.”

While this may not be your typical way of approaching a demolition project and can take longer to carry out, NTEX has made this process standard

practice to ensure resource recovery is safe and contaminant-free.

NT-first

In the last few years, the business has also introduced a dedicated facility for concrete, rubber and tyre recycling and marine resource recovery – known as NTEX Code Red – which Eileen adds was a first for the NT.

Located in East Arm, Darwin, the facility has helped NTEX partner with the industry to recycle materials that can’t be processed on a project site.

“Sometimes there’s no opportunity for reusing materials on a particular project, so in the past there was

nowhere to take them,” Eileen says.

“We established the facility to accept those materials, so local businesses could bring them directly to us.”

Eileen adds the NTEX Code Red facility has proved popular with the local construction industry, as landfill costs continue to increase.

“More and more larger companies are doing mandatory climate and sustainability reporting, so they’re very keen to see where their materials go and what they end up with,” she says.

“We can give them evidence, such as weighbridge ticketing and a full chain of custody over their waste material, with evidence to back up what’s being done with it.”

Due to this large demand, NTEX is currently in the process of a developing another facility that will be more than triple the size of the existing one.

Eileen says it will have access to Darwin harbour and a barge landing,

allowing the facility to accept certain marine waste to be decommissioned on site – such as end-of-life vessels.

“That facility will be a first for the Northern Territory as well,” she says.

“The demand is such that we need more space, and we hope to be able to be moving our operations in the next 18 months, a little further down the road from where we are.”

Industry advocacy

As a result of the many initiatives NTEX has introduced to promote circular economy opportunities, Eileen was recently recognised as the winner of the Industry Advocacy Award at Prime Creative Media’s 2025 Women in Industry Awards.

While it is an individual award, Eileen says it is a recognition of NTEX’s whole team and its continuous commitment to supporting regional communities with their waste management.

“Our team feel an enormous sense

The business is in the process of a developing another facility that will be more than triple the size of the existing NTEX Code Red site

of pride – NTEX is key for a lot of the major projects that are coming to the Northern Territory, so winning the award gives us a platform to grow that awareness even further,” she says.

“Waste is a resource and viewing it in that way is a great opportunity to attract more women into the industry.

“We have a lot of challenges up here when it comes to logistics, we’ve got lots of remote communities and regional places that are far apart, so it’s really hard to connect those locations to circular economy opportunities.

“The more we can get a spotlight on that and look to support what outcomes can come for waste in those areas, it promotes the conversation, puts it in people’s consciousness, so they look for the opportunities rather than the problems.”

For more information on NTEX’s work, visit: www.ntex.com.au

Cobra

Sales have been involved with Shantui for many years and have sold and delivered bulldozers, loaders, excavators, and graders in several configurations, which have, after hours of work, proven to be both reliable and cost-effective with great fuel efficiency and work capability.

The problem of PFAS

Common sense is needed in managing chemical contaminants

CCF Queensland and civil contractors more broadly understand and embrace the need for practical environmental stewardship.

There is nothing worse for businesses, or society, than environmental vandalism. Despite this, all too often a narrative forms that suggests we are faced with a binary choice between business and the environment. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Unfortunately, this narrative often forms the basis of environmental regulation and legislation, having the effect of significantly curtailing the ability of business to deliver efficient and practical environmental outcomes.

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) remain one of the most pressing environmental and sustainability issues facing the civil construction sector in Queensland. Often called ‘forever chemicals’ these substances have been described as an ‘emerging’ contaminant for many decades now.

Whilst most contractors are aware of these chemicals and the risks they may cause, managing this problem in a pragmatic fashion is another issue. Current regulatory approaches disproportionately burden contractors without addressing the source of contamination. Firefighting foams, airports and other industrial uses of PFAS means that there is a high prevalence of these chemicals across the environment, particularly in populated and industrialised areas.

At present, when it comes to PFAS Queensland has a clear threshold

Damian Long, CEO CCF QLD

for waste disposal, however there is insufficient and opaque guidance on what is to occur with the enormous volume of material that is contaminated to levels greater than zero but less than the waste limits prescribed in the environmental protection regulations.

It is also important to understand how confusion around testing obligations, responsibility for ambient PFAS in the environment and jurisdictional differences overlay this complex problem. PFAS contamination at a given site does not necessarily mean that the site is the source of the contamination. This means any money spent remediating the site to remove all PFAS in no way guarantees that the site won’t soon be contaminated once again. To most people, this seem illogical, however this is the current state of PFAS regulation in Queensland.

Obligations to remediate in this fashion are costing hundreds of millions of dollars and delivering no real environmental benefits. CCF QLD is advocating for a risk-based and practical management framework that fairly and reasonably spreads risk to ensure that the delivery of important civil infrastructure projects is secure and cost effective.

CCF QLD is pushing for a new PFAS strategy for civil construction. Image: Silent Corners/stock.adobe.com

The appropriate balance of sensible environmental regulation and economic efficiency must be struck to ensure Queensland’s surging infrastructure needs are met in a cost effective and timely manner.

CCF Queensland is hoping for a better path forward and is actively working with the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) and the Department of Environment, Science, Tourism and Innovation (DETSI) around workable solutions that protect both the environment and taxpayers. CCF QLD is calling for the following pillars form part of a new PFAS strategy for civil construction.

1. R isk-based PFAS management that targets sources and acknowledges ambient levels of PFAS in the environment.

2. Clear, timely reuse and decision-making pathways to enable fit-for-purpose reuse.

3. Government to invest in the management of environmental sources of PFAS, while acknowledging ambient levels are not the responsibility of individual contractors.

4. Recognition of industry challenges and collaboration with government to develop workable solutions.

CCF QLD will have more to say on these matters soon. If all stakeholders are able to get the balance right on this issue, it will be a win for business, the environment and taxpayers. It’s hard to argue against that.

SYDNEY BASED EQUIPMENT

YANMARC10R minidumper,dieselpowered, hydrostaticforwardandreverse,1ton capacity,isonly950wide for tightsites, workedonly550hours,runswell.S481. TA1255779.

CATERPILLAR302CCR6.5TON 2007,zeroswing excavator,canopy,steeltracksbutcomeswithsetof rubbertracks,hammerpiping,fittedwithbackfill blade&450diggingbucket,worked2000hours.Good strong2tondigger.S482. $24,000+GST

CATERPILLARD6T 2012,Bulldozer,fittedwithair conditionedROPScab,tiltblade,alwaysserviced every250hours,veryoriginaltractor,worked15,281 hours.Runswell.S490. $180,000+GST

CATERPILLAR9104 IN 1BUCKET FrontEnd Loader, articulated,3speedpowershifttransmission,Cat3204 engine,opencab,goodtyres,newhydraulichoses, hasextravalve maintainedloader.S453.

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REXSOILSTABILISERGRINDERHDS-PULVI fitted withcabwithcertifiedROPSframe,Detroitengine, hydrostaticdrive,drumhasbulletteethandcuts 1.2mwide,has1200litrewaterorlimetankwith hydraulicpumptosprays.Runswell.S438. TA1174276. $38,000+GST

MANIPULATORMP1 Grapplemanipulator,setup for pickingandplacementoflargeconcreteor sandstoneblocks,suit30-40tonexcavator,has 360degreehydraulicrotation,WWL12ton.Well

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JEC1800 pulveriser,suitableforconcreteorrock,head has90bossespinnedto80mm,distancebetweenears 330to410,reobarcutter.Crusherwillcrushmaterial downto40mmminus,weighs1.8ton.A340.

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Proven in Europe now here in Australia

The new Keestrack B7h Jaw Crusher is built for high-output production in the most demanding primary applications. Proven in Europe’s toughest hard rock quarries, this powerhouse consistently delivers high-quality materials with lower fuel consumption and reduced downtime. With intelligent design, advanced technology, and class-leading serviceability, the B7h is ready to take on the hardest jobs in quarrying and mining.

Sustainable recycling

A Keestrack K6 scalping screen from Screenmasters Australia is at the centre of Austip Recycling’s sustainable waste disposal and management solutions

Reducing the amount of waste –household, commercial, concrete and demolition – that ends up in landfill, while maximising the amount that can be recycled, is what drives the family-run business of Austip Recycling.

The Sydney-based recycling plant is committed to protecting our environment by creating and using innovative and sustainable waste disposal and management solutions for its broad range of customers.

Turning used products into new, reusable materials, reducing landfill and the need to consume natural resources is core to its operation, and a key metric of its success.

“Our motto is sustainable waste for a cleaner tomorrow, which means we are trying to reduce products going to a landfill so we can recycle more and reuse these products,” Austip Recycling general manager Joshua Berardinelli says.

Austip Recycling deal with a variety of waste ranging from residents to T1 clients, building and demolition, VENM, ENM, brick and concrete.

Transformed screening capacity

The business’ Riverstone plant runs from 7am to 6pm daily, and while the previous equipment was up to the task, over time, the heavy demand was taking its toll.

Upgrading is a costly and potentially risky endeavour, and for a company as focused on sustainability and the environment as Austip, finding the right equipment to meet their exacting standards wasn’t easy.

That is, until they were recommended the Keestrack K6, and set up an on-site meeting with Screenmasters Australia’s national sales manager Ciaran Lagan.

“On my first visit to Austip, I had a look at their operation and what they were doing and what their requirements were,” Lagan says.

“Previously, they were utilising a trommel to screen out their C&D waste. They had a few difficulties with this unit, and I could see the benefits of running the Keestrack K6 in this application.

“The main advantage was that the unit was smaller, lowering their

footprint within their small working environment. Plus, we were able to switch the fines conveyor from the left-hand side to the right-hand side, saving them more space.

“With the trommel they were using, they could only get a two-way split. With the K6 they were able to get a three-way split, further reducing the material they have to send to landfill, which is a huge cost advantage for them.

“During discussions, Austip mentioned many suppliers had stated that their material could not be processed without the use of a Flip Flow screen or Bivitec screen. Such a screen would clearly have cost considerably more than the K6, and in my experience was totally unnecessary.”

Screenmasters have placed multiple K6 scalping screens into waste applications with success, saving not only upfront capital costs but also offering significant savings in operational and maintenance costs for the life of the project.

The Keestrack K6 offers customers flexibility, so not only can it be used to

process quarry rock and demolition material, but with some adjustments, the same machine can process waste materials.

For customers such as Austip, this means SMA can offer the customer the best outcome.

Sharing customer experiences

There were some reservations regarding the Keestrack K6 and how effective it would be for Austip’s application.

Through a relationship with other industry-leading companies who utilise this machine in C&D waste application, Lagan was able to put Austip Recycling in touch with them to discuss how effective the machine is, which gave Austip confidence in moving forward with the solution.

“I like to see the efficiencies get better in the business,” Austip Recycling operations manager Darren Parrington says.

“And by using the new K6 screen, we saw production increase and costs and downtime reduce.

“In the time it used to take to feed the previous machine and the split of waste that comes through, we now get two additional by-products out of the K6. And the amount going to landfill has reduced significantly due to the ability to more easily pick out the waste products.

“Some of the waste we get into the facility is quite challenging to identify and to sort out. Once it goes through the process of inspection and shredding, the screener works out where it goes, through the fines and then the 40mm and then the oversize conveyor.

“It’s made the process of identifying waste, easier and results in an impressive -10mm, 10–30mm and plus 30mm final products.”

As Lagan sums it up: “There were still reservations about the machine

when it arrived, but as soon as it was up and running, those reservations were soon gone.”

Austip Recycling’s story highlights how a strategic alliance with an experienced service provider like SMA can play a pivotal role in driving business growth and sustainability.

The partnership demonstrates the potential for achieving reliability, efficiency and sustainability through the right equipment and support.

For other companies facing similar challenges, this offers a blueprint for what’s possible when innovation and collaboration come together.

SMA’s ability to deliver high-performance machinery and exceptional support has set the bar for what a true partnership can achieve in the recycling industry.

For more information, visit www.screenmasters.com.au or call 1800 571 464.

Lagan says the K6 model has enabled Austip to get a three-way split, reducing the material it sends to landfill

Converge Expo 2025

Melbourne’s newest construction event brought together the construction industry for two days of insights and advancements

Sustainability, efficiency and safety were the major themes at Converge Expo 2025, with over 100 exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations in machinery and technology.

Here are some of the highlights from the exhibition floor.

Speedshield

Speedshield was demonstrating its Aiva pedestrian detection system, which can be retrofitted onto any

vehicle to prevent accidents between people and machinery on the work site. With the ability to be fitted to everything from small plant up to mining machinery, the radar system alerts when pedestrians are in proximity and can even intervene to slow or stop the machine.

Designed and built in Melbourne, a single camera provides 90-degree coverage, with a detection range of 12m. Alerts sound if a pedestrian is

Converge Expo brought together the municipal, civil and commercial construction sectors

detected at the 6m and 3m mark. Additional cameras can be mounted to provide full 360-degree coverage.

“One of the key features is the dual lens camera,” Speedshield business development manager Ashley Dobson says.

“This means we can capture people in different stances. So, if they are crouched, or have had a fall, the dual lens camera is able to pick that up.”

Boss Attachments

On the Boss Attachments stand were examples from several of the attachment brands that the distributor imports, including the Xcentric Crusher XC 30 bucket.

“The XC 30 bucket is for excavators in the 30–45 tonne range, and weighs a little over three tonnes,” Boss Attachments sales manager Martin Doheny says.

“It’s adjustable from 20mm to 140mm output and is used for crushing concrete on site.”

Also on the stand was an OSA FPV 20-2 secondary pulveriser, which has had several updates.

“On the FPV 20-2 we have a replaceable plate, so instead of having to build it up with hard face

JWA Composite Matting’s

and weld you just replace the whole plate,” Doheny says.

“We’ve also added extra teeth at the end to stop the body wearing, and these teeth are replaceable.”

JWA

Composite Matting

Offering more environmentally friendly options for site access and ground protection, JWA Composite Matting has a variety of products that can be quickly laid down, moved on site and packed up again with minimal disruption to the ground or surrounding area.

“Our Dura-Base mat is used to create a temporary roadway or for weight dispersal,” JWA Composite Matting sales and account manager Joshua Clark says.

“Each mat is about 3.9m wide by 2.1m long and can hold over 100 tonnes. These are a good option for soft ground where it can be difficult to get heavy machinery in.”

There was also a sample of JWA’s foreign object debris system, or FODS mat, which is used as an alternative to cattle grids at exit points to prevent the tracking of earth off a site.

“Rather than having to dig a trench and install a grid, you just lay the FODS mat down at the exit point,” Clark says.

“It has cone-shaped projections on top that splays tyres and shakes the vehicle like a typical cattle grid would to remove debris.

“A big benefit for FODS is obviously remediation. You don’t have to dig out a whole bunch of rock in

the side exit after you’re done, you just pick it up and there’s no ground mediation needed.”

ShawX

ShawX director Brett Shaw was at the show to highlight the latest generation of the EjectX truck body. Built in Brisbane, the EjectX is a truck body fitted with a hydraulically operated blade inside that pushes material out of the back as an alternative to tipping.

“We’ve been building these bodies for eight years and have recently launched the Gen Three version, which incorporated feedback from our customers to make it easier to use,” Shaw says.

“At the basic level, the EjectX is a body to haul all your general dirt and aggregates, and it has a blade inside that pushes it out, so the body doesn’t tip, but it can do all of the generic jobs that a tipper body would normally do.

“Our customer base mostly based around asphalt haulage and it’s well suited to that, but we have a lot of civil customers as well.

“The idea was to have a safe product and not lose productivity. Not only are your drivers and guys on the ground safe as you don’t need to have a spotter, but we’ve also removed the risk of the truck tipping over while unloading. Virtually anywhere that you can drive the truck, any angle, any hill, you can eject the material out the back. You also don’t have the overhead

obstruction issues, so power lines, trees, buildings, etc.”

On the latest iteration of the EjectX, Shaw explains that the truck body has been lightened and the speed of the plow has been increased.

“The biggest thing that our Gen three body has over any of our previous models is we have a touchscreen control system,”

Shaw says.

“So with the touch of a button, it puts on your flashing lights, lift up your rear mud flaps, fold your taillights out of the way, retract the tarp and open the tailgate. This means that our customers don’t have to worry about the skill level of their drivers – if they can drive the truck, they can operate this system.”

JLG

Renowned as a global leader in the manufacture and supply of elevating work platforms and telehandlers, JLG showcased its expanded product range at Converge, with a site dumper and a rough terrain forklift – following the company’s acquisition of Spanish manufacturer AUSA.

“Following recent global acquisitions, we are now going to market with a diversified product range, which includes earthmoving equipment,” JLG national sales manager Daniel Reeve says.

“This includes wheeled-articulated and tracked dumpers from small 0.5-tonne and 1.5-tonne models, all the way up to 10-tonne options.

“We also have rough terrain forklifts

JLG’s TD6400 tracked dumper highlights the company’s product expansion

from one 1.5 to five-tonne in our many combinations, as well as our Australian manufactured lighting products, so there’s a full range of equipment to complement the civil construction and mining industries.”

A highlight of JLG’s Converge exhibit was the 2.9-tonne TD6400 tracked dumper, which is powered by a 50hp (37.4kW) Kubota Stage V engine and can handle loads up to 2,875kg.

The 2.5-tonne AUSA C251H rough terrain forklift was also on show, sporting a Kubota 49hp (36.5kW) engine.

HEXhire

Plant and machine dry hire business

HEXhire displayed a 5-tonne Kubota U55-4 excavator, which is just one of many brands and models in HexHire’s extensive range of late-model and low-hour equipment.

Other brands include Cat, Komatsu, and Sumitomo, with HEXhire providing a range of equipment from excavators and compact track loaders to dumpers and telehandlers for varying industries across Victoria and South Australia.

By focusing on dry hire, HEXhire chief financial officer and business manager Mark Hadj says it allows the business to focus on the machines and

maximise flexibility across the fleet.

“Clients benefit from hiring machines as it gives them more control over how, when and where machines are being utilised,” he says.

“HEXhire’s role is to focus on providing the best equipment, at the best prices, delivering cost efficiencies for construction companies across Victoria and SA.

“HEXhire is project-oriented, and we have been involved in major projects such as Victoria’s Big Build.

“In the future, we see ourselves assisting in works well beyond the current scope of Victoria and South Australia.”

Ground Nurse

Ground Nurse had its range of sustainable ground protection mats for heavy machinery on show at Converge.

Able to be used on all kinds of earth including mud and sand, these safety products provide temporary access and roadways for equipment in difficult terrain.

Most mats make use of at least some sort of recycled component, meaning they are a cost-effective and long-term solution compared to traditional single-use plastics or plywood.

While ground protection mats are

the flagship product, Ground Nurse also offers access ramps, temporary site covers, as well as temporary roadway covers.

“Our products provide safe site access so both workers and machinery can transit on the mats without facing any safety hazards, such as tripping and slipping, as well as machinery sliding around and moving unpredictably,” Ground Nurse general manager Arnold Rendell.

“We know that most people are passionate about their machines and don’t want their equipment covered in mud, so Ground Nurse mats also protect the machinery’s undercarriage.”

Ground Nurse offers products to suit all machinery, including ground mats for heavy equipment in the 40–200 tonne size class, medium class of 15–40 tonnes and light equipment up to 15-tonnes.

“We have a tremendously wide range of people using our mats, including civil construction workers, commercial builders, arborists, landscapers, pool installers and even in the construction of mines,” he says.

“It amazes us as to how many applications and the number of places that they are used.”

Vega

Specialising in level and pressure instrumentation, Vega covers a wide variety of process industries. On site at Converge, various level sensors were on display that can be used in crushing, cement and material transfer applications.

The VegaPlus 6X for example is a non-contact level measure that uses radar that can track product volume in cement silos with a measuring range of up to 120m. Whether liquid or solid, hot or cold, hazardous or corrosive, the radar can accurately maintain real time readings by emitting microwave signals that reflect off the product.

“This can be set up with Bluetooth and remote displays if the radar is mounted somewhere inaccessible,” Vega business development manager for Queensland John Economos says.

There were also different vibration switches on display, which are used to measure product in a bunker.

“The rod emits a frequency and as the product fills up and immerses the rod, this dampens the frequency,” Economos says.

“We also have blocked chute detectors that will trigger if product is flowing from a conveyor belt into a bin and there’s an overflow. This is used heavily in the cement industry for example.”

Holmesglen

Training provider Holmesglen was highlighting the vast array of courses that it offers, with trainer Shane Fraser pointing out how VR technology has become a vital tool in preparing staff for the workplace.

With courses covering health and safety, high risk work and machinery operation, to name just a few, Fraser says Holmesglen covers both on-campus and workplacebased training.

“We’re very involved with Big Build at the moment,” he says.

“Across all aspects through civil, plant tickets, high risk tickets, qualifications and so forth.

“We’re using virtual reality to assist in many fields. This could be inductions, or safety training.

“For example we have an electrical fire extinguisher that connects to the VR head unit, which allows you to put out a variety of fires out without wasting extinguishers.

“We have simulators for machinery, and we actually have a full-sized cross passage tunnel.

“We use the VR in the tunnel, so users actually have to walk on uneven surface looking at machinery at full size. This gives them an awareness of what it would be like to work within that kind of space.”

Modulate

An eye-catching sight at Converge was a full-sized shipping container fitted out as a fully functioning office space with kitchen facilities. This was showcasing Modulate’s ability to fabricate heavy-duty bespoke temporary buildings for industrial settings.

Modulate sales representative Rebecca Lishman says the Newcastle-based business stands out on the market for its ability to build wider-than-average containers.

“We are the only Australian manufacturer of extra width shipping containers,” she says.

“The majority are a standard 2.4 metres wide and don’t have a lot of space inside them, whereas this example is 3.5 metres wide but still relatively easy to transport around, so you don’t need pilot vehicles.

“In terms of space and usability, you get the same benefits that you do with other portable buildings, but this is a much more durable structure that can withstand being moved around sites.

“Our main target market is civil construction and mining. We’re doing site offices, ablution units, site accommodation and lots of industrial products such as pump housing, switch rooms and UPS centres. We can do two-hour fire rated builds as well.

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“You can add solar panels and have yourself a fully off-grid, selfsufficient unit.

“These are made entirely from fully welded steel, nothing is stitch welded in our workshop. We also do all of the fit-out ourselves in house, so we have our own electricians, plumbers, etc. This means we have complete quality control over that process from start to finish.”

Orca Solar Lighting

Gold Coast solar lighting business Orca provides solar lighting solutions for large public and private sites, from car parks and pavements to construction sites and remove defence installations.

Orca technical sales representative Dan Akers says that the business is changing the preconception of solar power as being low-level lighting, by offering a long-lasting product that can be adapted to site requirements.

“We are a member of the Civil Contractors Federation and work a lot with civil companies, because they need lighting in remote areas where there’s no power infrastructure,” he says.

“It’s all designed and built here in Australia and our systems are all customisable too, so if you need the

lighting dimmed at a specific time, we can build all that in.”

Akers says that there is a growing demand for alternatives to dieselpowered lighting for various reasons.

“People want to move away from diesel because it’s not good for the environment, generators are noisy and it stinks. It’s also convenient as we can pretty much put most of our stuff onto a concrete block that can be moved around a site with a forklift.

“We try and work with the parameters of the environment around us, too. With our bollards we operate a PC amber colour in nature sensitive areas. This also means you don’t have to dig up the ground to run cables, so it also saves time and money.

“We’ve got different tiers of products, with our flagship product lasting for 10 to 15 years. We use gel batteries manufactured in Sydney, which avoids the drawbacks of lithium, because lithium is heat sensitive and has a shorter lifespan.”

Ideagen

Global compliance software business Ideagen has been growing its presence in the APAC region in recent years, including acquiring Australia’s Envirosuite in August.

Account executive Scott Morrow

says that Ideagen covers a wide variety of services that meet the needs of construction and mining companies looking to manage their compliance obligations.

“We do anything from contractor management and EHS safety systems through to machinery safety risk assessments and lots of other things in between,” he says.

“With workforce and construction safety management, this entails us doing the pre-qualification. The customer gives us their brief on what they require from their contractors, and then the contractors register into our solution. Our team then verifies all the requirements.

“Ideagen has also been working on a new EHS solution for large enterprises that will be market disrupting. The star of the show is the AI component.

“For most people using AI at the moment, it’s really a tack-on. What we are doing is moving to the second stage of AI evolution, which will embed an AI agent into a customer’s solution.

“Once the metadata starts building up within their business around incidents and so forth, it will start learning and then start making recommendations in terms of changes to policies and procedures.”

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Tackling gender violence

NAWIC is helping to build an industry free of sexual harassment and violence

NAWIC will launch our Ending Gender Harassment and Building Safer Workplaces Campaign during National Safe Work Month with a panel event in Melbourne on 21 Oct.

Our ‘Safety in focus: Building an industry free of sexual harassment and violence’ panel features expert speakers from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency, Safe Work Australia, the Fair Work Ombudsman, the Victorian Gender Equality Commission and the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission (VEOHRC).

Figures from the Australian Human Rights Commission show more than 40 per cent of women and 26 per cent of men have experienced workplace sexual harassment in the past five years, with the construction industry ranking among those with the highest rates and lowest levels of formal reporting.

The NSW government’s annual Women in Construction survey last year showed nearly one in two women at small and medium-sized

NAWIC’s ‘Safety in focus: Building an industry free of sexual harassment and violence’ panel will feature CEO Cathryn Greville as facilitator and panellists include Safe Work Australia’s Nathan Lee; Dr Niki Vincent, Victorian gender equality commissioner; and Aimee Cooper, head of legal, VEOHRC. Image: NAWIC/Safe Work Australia/Victoria government/VEOHRC

• Nathan Lee, branch manager legal & framework policy, Safe Work Australia

• T iina Debevec, executive director operations, Fair Work Ombudsman

• A imee Cooper, head of legal, VEOHRC

As panel facilitator, I look forward to exploring the unique challenges facing women in construction, the latest legislative reforms – including the federal positive duty legislation in the Sex Discrimination Act requiring employers to proactively prevent and respond to workplace sexual harassment – and actionable tools for prevention, reporting and leadership.

Hosted by our Victorian Chapter, the event is sponsored by WorkSafe Victoria as part of their Health and Safety Month program and Brickworks is our venue sponsor.

The video of the event will be available on our website as will a range of resources as part of our campaign to inform and empower everyone in the construction sector to work towards safer workplaces.

Cathryn Greville, CEO, NAWIC

firms have faced sexual harassment on site, and over 69 per cent have experienced gender-based discrimination in the past year alone. Creating safe, inclusive construction workplaces stands at the centre of our Organisational Strategy 2025–2028. We know unsafe and intimidating conduct is never acceptable, and while progress has been made, too many women still face barriers, exclusion and aggressions.

Our panel event brings together:

• Dr Niki Vincent, Victorian gender equality commissioner

• Dr Samone McCurdy, executive manager insights & capability, Workplace Gender Equality Agency

Safety in all its guises is importantinclusive leadership, accounting for health and wellbeing, incorporating the needs of a broad range of workers, closing the gender pay gap, and holding businesses and individuals accountable. All must become part of the usual way of working.

The focus must be on building a sector that people – of all genders, races, ages, strengths and abilities –choose to join and stay, especially during this period of massive skills and talent shortages.

I look forward to sharing more about the panel and our campaign as it rolls out. Let’s work together to ensure every construction site is a safe place for all.

Learn more about the panel and our campaign at www.nawic.com.au.

CASE expands

EarthTrac is now offering CASE machinery across Brisbane and Southeast Queensland

EarthTrac sales director Jon Gibson. Image: EarthTrac

CASE Construction Equipment has announced the appointment of EarthTrac as its new authorised dealer servicing Brisbane, the NSW Northern Rivers and parts of SouthEast Queensland up to the Wide Bay–Burnett region.

EarthTrac is a new constructionfocused dealership and a sister company of DAYS Machinery, which supplies agricultural equipment across Northern NSW.

With decades of industry experience, EarthTrac brings the same expert service and machinery knowledge, now with a dedicated focus on construction.

“We’re excited to partner with CASE Construction Equipment and introduce EarthTrac to the construction sector in Brisbane and the surrounding regions,” EarthTrac director and general manager Jon Gibson says.

“This partnership gives us the opportunity to deliver exceptional service and genuine CASE parts to all customers.

“We’re passionate about helping local businesses keep their machinery running at peak performance.

“Backed by the strength of the CASE network, we’re ready to provide fast, reliable support and expert advice from day one.”

Paul Davies, general manager of McIntosh CE, the Australian national distributor for CASE Construction Equipment, welcomes the news.

“EarthTrac’s appointment as a CASE dealer marks a significant milestone in enhancing our presence in Brisbane and Southeast Queensland,” Davies says.

“Their commitment to customer service and technical expertise aligns perfectly with CASE’s values.

“We’re confident EarthTrac will provide outstanding support to our customers in the region.”

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DEALER

Queensland distributor

JCB CEA has announced Formatt Machinery as its new dealer for the Bundaberg and Gympie regions in Queensland.

A proudly family-owned and operated business, Formatt Machinery is run by Nathan and Natalie Attard, who have been supporting the agricultural industry for four generations and are committed to supplying and supporting all their customers’ farming machinery needs.

With a focus on delivering exceptional products, genuine parts and outstanding service,

Formatt Machinery is dedicated to supporting customers across the Wide Bay district.

“We are thrilled to be representing JCB in the Bundaberg and Gympie regions,” Formatt Machinery dealer principal Nathan Attard says.

“JCB is a globally respected brand with a reputation for quality, innovation and reliability, and we are proud to be bringing that to our local customers.

Formatt Machinery has been supporting the agricultural industry for four generations. Image: JCB CEA

“This partnership is an exciting opportunity for us to strengthen the support we provide to the farming and agricultural community, and we look forward to showcasing the impressive JCB product range right here in our region.”

JCB CEA dealer network general manager Paul Barry says this new partnership marks an exciting step forward in the distributor’s mission to provide industry-leading machinery, service and support to its valued customers.

“Formatt Machinery brings a wealth of local knowledge, technical expertise, and a passion for delivering outstanding customer support,” Barry says.

“They are a perfect fit for the JCB brand, and we look forward to a successful journey ahead as part of the JCB CEA family.”

FACILITY

Flagship opens

Porter Group has opened its new flagship office in Brisbane

Porter Group, a supplier of Hyundai, Airman, Ammann, Rokbak, Bergmann machinery along with mobile crushers and screens from Sandvik and Portafill, has officially opened its new flagship Australian office in Berrinba, Brisbane.

Situated on a 35,000 square metre purpose-built site on Arshad Drive – immediately accessible from the Logan Motorway – the new facility replaces the former Archerfield office and now serves as the central hub for Porter Group’s Australian operations.

Built with growth in mind, the Berrinba facility is designed to meet the rising demands of the Australian market. With greater space and improved facilities, Porter Group is reinvesting in its Australian operations and strengthening its commitment to delivering industryleading service and support nationwide, it says.

“This facility marks a significant milestone for Porter Group in Australia,” Porter Group COO (New Zealand and Australia) Darren Ralph says.

“It provides the scale and resources we need to support a growing market and deliver even greater value to our customers.”

The design of the Berrinba office draws inspiration from Porter Group’s headquarters in Hamilton, New Zealand, maintaining a consistent operational and brand identity across markets.

Regional skills

WorldSkill’s regional competitions help support and recognise the businesses where tomorrow’s workforce begins

Across Australia, the demand for skilled talent has never been greater. Every industry from advanced manufacturing and construction to health, hospitality, and emerging technologies, is grappling with how to attract, train and retain the people who will drive our nation’s future prosperity.

At WorldSkills Australia, we see the solution in action every day. Our mission is simple: to inspire, develop and celebrate skills excellence. One of the most powerful ways we achieve this is through our regional competitions, which will return in 2026.

These competitions are the entry point for thousands of apprentices, trainees and students across the country. They provide an opportunity for young people to test their abilities against their peers, benchmark their progress, and discover the thrill of putting their skills on display. For many, it is the first step in a journey that leads to national

Trevor Schwenke, CEO, WorldSkills Australia.

recognition and, for a select few, the honour of representing Australia on the world stage.

But behind every competitor stands an industry partner, a business, an employer, a training provider, a mentor who has provided the guidance, tools and opportunities to make participation possible. Regional competitions are not just about competitors; they are about industry coming together to support the next generation of talent.

For industry, the benefits are clear. Engaging with WorldSkills at the regional level means visibility among the very cohort you will one day employ. It means contributing

to a pipeline of skilled professionals who are job-ready and equipped with the resilience, problem-solving, and leadership qualities that competition fosters. And it demonstrates to your own workforce that you are committed to lifting standards and investing in the future of your sector.

As we prepare for 2026, we are calling on employers, training providers, and industry leaders to get involved. Whether through sponsorship, providing equipment, hosting events, or encouraging young people to compete, your involvement is critical. Together, we can ensure that the skills developed in classrooms and workshops are celebrated and valued in workplaces and communities across the nation. Skills are the foundation of Australia’s prosperity. By supporting regional competitions, industry has the chance to shape the workforce of tomorrow and to celebrate the extraordinary talent already in our midst.

AWARDS

Technicians celebrated

John Deere’s annual awards highlight the work of its top technicians across a range of industries

Five Australian technicians have taken home trophies at the fifth annual John Deere Technician of the Year Awards.

From a technician who started their career in Romania, to one now working in Roma, the winners demonstrated an outstanding excellence over two days of rigorous testing at John Deere’s headquarters at Crestmead, south of Brisbane. This year’s successful technicians also included a major first, with New Zealand’s Bryce Dickson becoming the first person to take home a trophy in three separate years after being named New Zealand Agriculture & Turf Service Technician of the Year.

John Deere Australia and New Zealand managing director Luke Chandler says the awards recognised the technicians’ skills and their vital contribution in the industries they serve.

“Congratulations to all our Australian winners, who have shown exceptional technical knowledge, customer focus and ability to solve problems under pressure,” he says.

“They are the people who keep our customers moving every day and it’s

fantastic to see their talent and hard work acknowledged.

“I also want to recognise every finalist who competed. The finals process is rigorous and designed to test even the most experienced technicians.

“To reach the finals is a huge achievement and speaks volumes about the capability and commitment of each participant.”

John Deere Australian Agriculture & Turf Service Technician of the Year

Daniel Popovici, AFGRI Equipment, Albany, Western Australia

Starting his career with a John Deere dealership in Romania more than 10 years ago, Daniel Popovici now works for the AFGRI Equipment dealership in Albany, Western Australia.

“This is a huge boost,” Popovici says of his win.

“As a technician, we do our jobs, and we don’t always receive thanks.

“This event is amazing, and it really feels good to be recognised for those long hours through harvest and those long weekends.”

John Deere Australian & New Zealand Parts Technician of the Year

Poppy Blohm, AFGRI Equipment, Narrogin, Western Australia

From winning the Parts Apprentice of the Year Award in 2023, Poppy Blohm’s strong work ethic and exceptional customer service skills saw her awarded the 2025 John Deere Australian & New Zealand Parts Technician of the Year.

Her path to being a technician was not a typical one for the Perth native, who had no exposure to farm machinery until going to Ag school in Harvey, WA, before working at the local grain handling facility. When a job beckoned at AFGRI Equipment in Narrogin, Blohm grabbed onto it with both hands and hasn’t looked back.

“Farming is these people’s livelihoods, and when they’re down, they’re broken down, it affects their mood and it affects their mentality,” she says.

“As silly as it sounds, giving them a tiny little part that might get them up and running again, means a lot to them and that’s the satisfaction and biggest return.”

John Deere Australian & New Zealand Construction & Forestry Service Technician of the Year

Damian Aspinall, RDO Equipment, Roma, Queensland

Growing up in Richmond, in North West Queensland, Damian Aspinall grew up around large machinery.

An apprenticeship with the local council exposed him to John Deere equipment after a 770G grader was added to the fleet.

After relocating to Roma twoand-a-half years ago and securing a role with RDO Equipment, Aspinall says he was excited to learn new skills on the range of John Deere construction equipment.

When asked about his career aspirations, mentoring the dealership’s apprentices was at the top of his list.

“I just want to continue doing what I am doing and helping the apprentices come along and for them to reach their best potential,” he says.

“We’ve got three apprentices back at Roma. They’re all good young fellows and it would be a great feeling to sign them all off.”

John Deere Australian & New Zealand Service Apprentice of the Year

Henry Barkley, Haeusler’s, Mildura, Victoria

After school holidays spent helping on his uncle’s farm near the Barossa Valley and work experience at a local John Deere dealership, Henry Barkley’s decision was cemented to pursue a career in the agriculture industry.

During a school-based apprenticeship, Barkley worked at his local John Deere dealership before moving from South Australia to start a role at the Haeusler’s Mildura branch in Victoria.

Barkley says he still remembers the advice he received back in those early days on the farm.

“My uncle always said, ‘don’t give up when times are tough’,” Barkley says.

“Jobs can be challenging, and you get tough customers, but just keep pushing through, there’s always a solution.

“It’s a matter of working it out and getting through it, and his advice helped me a lot with that.”

John Deere Australian & New Zealand Parts Apprentice of the Year

Olivia Barsley, Hutcheon & Pearce, Cowra, New South Wales

For someone who grew up in Perth’s CBD with no direct connection to agriculture, Olivia Barsley’s interest in showing livestock was her first introduction to the agriculture industry.

After gaining a Certificate III in Agriculture and hands-on experience on cattle stations, feedlots and mixed farms, she pursued a career with John Deere dealership Hutcheon & Pearce in Cowra, NSW.

“I really still can’t believe it,” she says of her win of the Parts Apprentice of the Year award.

“But it’s really thanks to everyone at work pushing me to get out and have a go.”

The same supportive team has encouraged Barsley throughout her journey and was the catalyst for her nomination in the NSW Training Awards, where she also won the 2025 Trainee of the Year for the Western Region.

Cascade Falls, Macquarie Pass. Works are underway to reduce the impact of poor weather on the road. Image: jiriviehmann/ stock.adobe.com

ROADS Safety upgrades

$9.6 million is being spent on works to widen Macquarie Pass

Construction of $9.6 million worth of major upgrades for Macquarie Pass have commenced.

This upgrade will include the delivery of wider lanes and new safety barriers, improving key sections at the top and near the bottom of the busy Illawarra Highway,

The first phase of work will be at the 200 metre stretch between the top two hairpin bends, a narrow and winding section of road frequently affected by severe weather and slope instability. $7.5 million in upgrades will see three-metre-wide travel lanes in both directions, as well as new kerbs and safety barriers, making it safer and easier for motorists to navigate the top bends.

To stabilise the slope, long steel rods (known as soil nails) will be drilled into the embankment. A heavy-duty mesh and concrete spray (shotcrete) will then be applied.

An additional $2.1 million under the NSW government’s Towards Zero Safer Roads program will allow safety improvements to be carried out about 900 metres up from the Cascade Falls Picnic Area.

Machinery move

Volvo CE has sold its SDLG shares to Lingong Group

Volvo CE has completed the 8 billion SEK (A$1.3 billion) sale of its ownership in China-based SDLG (Shandong Lingong Construction Machinery Co) to a fund predominantly owned by the Lingong Group (LGG).

In 2006, Volvo CE acquired a majority stake in SDLG, with LGG as a minority shareholder, providing Volvo CE with access to the domestic Chinese construction equipment market.

Volvo CE has announced that for strategic reasons, Volvo and LGG will pursue independent business strategies. Volvo CE has now sold its 70 per cent stake to a fund predominantly owned by the LGG.

“SDLG has served us well since 2006,’ Volvo CE head Melker Jernberg says.

“However, with increasing competition, and the need to transform to new technologies as well as strengthen interaction with customers, we need to re-focus. China remains an important market for us, and we aim to capitalise on

Although Volvo CE has divested itself of SDLG, it will continue to develop its business in China. Image: Volvo

our opportunities by focusing on sustainable solutions in targeted segments. We also plan to leverage the excellent industrial system in China.”

Volvo CE will maintain its strategic focus on leading the development of sustainable solutions in the Chinese construction industry, targeting key segments such as mining, quarry & aggregates, and heavy infrastructure.

“Going forward Volvo CE will be targeting focused customer segments in China and enhance its utilisation of the Chinese supplier ecosystem,” the company states.

Volvo CE has operated an excavator production facility in Shanghai since 2002 and has recently announced the establishment of new production lines as well as continued development of the Jinan Technology Center.

construction events

Here are upcoming events for 2025 and 2026. Information was current as of going to press

International Mining and Resources Conference & Expo (IMARC) – Sydney

Over 7,000 members of the international mining community travel to Melbourne to connect, learn, and explore the latest industry innovations over the course of three days. The IMARC expo features 260+ exhibitors showcasing the latest mining projects, machinery, equipment, international pavilions, technologies and innovations.

WHEN: October 21–23, 2025

MORE INFO: imarcglobal.com

Workplace Health and Safety Show – Sydney

The Workplace Health and Safety Show will feature a program of events including live demonstrations, seminars, interactive forums and round table discussions on health, wellbeing, manual handling, major hazards, innovation, technology advancements, new safety products, injury prevention and height safety, amongst other topics.

WHEN: October 22–23, 2025

MORE INFO: www.whsshow.com.au

Australian National Field Days –Borenore

The oldest annual agricultural exhibition in the country, the Australian National Field Days is held 15km west of Orange at Borenore, NSW and has a specific earthmoving category for exhibitors.

WHEN: October 23–25, 2025

MORE INFO: anfd.com.au

The Summit – Lovedale, Hunter Valley

Organised by the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce Inc. (NSWICC), this event will open conversations, educate and inspire attendees on the importance of Aboriginal Participation in the Business Sector of NSW. The key focus is to encourage a long-standing, economic harmony between both sides of the supply chain and to ensure sustainability of Aboriginal Business and Employment Participation in Government and Industry Supply Chains.

WHEN: October 27–28, 2025

MORE INFO: www.nswiccevents.com

VIC Major Projects Conference –Melbourne

The government’s record capital investment and Big Build are facilitating some of the most ambitious projects in Australia, with a total of $208 billion in new and existing capital projects under way. This conference will look at these major building initiatives.

WHEN: November 19–20, 2025

MORE INFO: www.expotradeglobal.com/events/ vicmajorprojects

NT Major Projects Conference –Darwin

This two-day event will profile major infrastructure projects in the pipeline for the Territory alongside providing a high-level forum for discussion, debate and doing business.

WHEN: November 26–27, 2025

MORE INFO: www.ntconference.com.au 2026

World of Concrete – Las Vegas, USA

The World of Concrete show is an annual event dedicated to commercial concrete and masonry. Highlights include a new product zone, innovation awards, live demos and educations programs.

WHEN: January 21–23, 2025

MORE INFO: www.worldofconcrete.com/en/ home.html

Digital Built World Summit – Sydney

This summit will focus on how to leverage digital tools such as digital twins, automation and infrastructure 4.0 to unlock value and efficiencies across the entire infrastructure lifecycle.

WHEN: March 4–5, 2026

MORE INFO: digitalbuiltworldsummit.com

National Municipal Works & Engineering Conference – Bendigo

With the theme, ‘Resilience & Reinvention’, this event will explore how local government and the municipal works sector are adapting to change, embracing innovation, and building stronger, more sustainable communities.

WHEN: March 18–19, 2026

MORE INFO: municipalworks.com.au/ mwa_events/2026-national-municipal-worksconference/

Transform 2026 – Sydney

Focusing on the sustainable built environment, Transform 2026, organised by the Green Building Council of Australia, will explore decarbonisation, nature and biodiversity, electrification, low carbon materials, circularity and more. In addition to the conference speaker agenda, breakout sessions will take place on subjects such as delivering best practice, renewable energy and the circular economy.

WHEN: March 18–19, 2026

MORE INFO: new.gbca.org.au/courses-events/ events/transform/

Get a loader this

Stocking a comprehensive range of undercarriage parts for bulldozers and hydraulic excavators, we’ve got what you need to keep you in the game.

OVER PARTS 22,000 READY TO SHIP

• Track adjusters and recoil assemblies

• Engine parts and components

• • Pins and bushes

• and slew motor/reductions

• Electrical parts

• Hydraulic components

•Reconditioned major components available

NEW & USED PARTS AVAILABLE

WRECKING LIST

CASE

1 x CX14

1 x CX47

1 x CX80

2 x CX145CSR

2 x CX210

1 x CX210B

1 x 9010B

CATERPILLAR

1 x 301.8

1 x 303CR

1 x 312C

2 x 313BCR

1 x 325CL

2 x 314CCR

2 x 315FL

1 x 320A

1 x 320BL

1 x 320C

1 x 320FL

1 x 322BL

1 x 323DL

2 x 325C

1 x 325CL

2 x 336D

1 x 336DL

2 x 308BSR

1 x EL240B

1 x MM55SR

DAEWOO

1 x S220-3

2 x S330LC-V

1 x S250LC-V

3 x S290LC-V

1 x S55-V

DOOSAN

1 x DX225LCB

1 x DX300LC

1 x DX225

ECM

1 x E35SR

1 x ES85U

HITACHI

1 x EX55UR

2 x EX60-1

1 x EX60-5

1 x EX120-1

1 x EX120-2

1 x EX120-3

1 x EX200-1

1 x EX200-5

1 x EX210-5

1 x EX210H-5

1 x EX220-2

2 x EX220-3

1 x EX220-5

2 x EX230H-5

2 x EX270-1

1 x EX350H-5

1 x ZX35U-2

1 x ZX35U-3F

1 x ZX50U

2 x ZX50U-2

1 x ZX135US-3

1 x ZX135US-5B

3 x ZX200-3

1 x ZX200H-3

1 x ZX225USR

1 x ZX230

1 x ZX230-1

1 x ZX230H-5

1 x ZX250H-3

3 x ZX270LC-3

1 x ZX330

2 x ZX330-3

2 x ZX330LC-3

1 x ZX350H-3

1 x ZX350LCH-3

1 x ZX225USLC-5B

HYUNDAI

1 x R140LCD-7

1 x R160LC-7

1 x R145CR-9

IHI

1 x IHI30

1 x IHI30J

1 x IHI30JX

2 x IHI45J

1 x IHI45UJ

1 x IHI55UJ

KATO

1 x HD1023

KOBELCO

1 x SK280MSR-1E

1 x SK30SR-1

1 x SK30SR-2

1 x SK40SR

1 x SK40SR-3

1 x SK45SR-3

1 x SK50SR-3

1 x SK75UR-3

2 x SK80MSR

1 x SK80MSR-1E

2 x SK120-5

2 x SK220-5

1 x SK130UR

1 x SK135SR

1 x SK135SR-1

1 x SK135SR-2

1 x SK135SR-5

1 x SK200-3

1 x SK220-3

1 x SK220-5

1 x SK260LC-8

1 x SK360-8

KOMATSU

1 x PC05-7

1 x PC28UU-2

2 x PC30-7

1 x PC30FR

1 x PC30MR

1 x PC30MR-1

1 x PC50FR-1

1 x PC50MR

2 x PC50UU-1

3 x PC50UU-2

1 x PC60-7

1 x PC70FR-1

1 x PC75UU-1

4 x PC75UU-2

1 x PC75UU-3

1 x PC78MR-6

1 x PC138US-2

1 x PC200-7

1 x PC210-8

1 x PC220-3

1 x PC220LC-8

1 x PC228US-3

SAMSUNG

1 x SE55

2 x SE130LC-2

1 x SE210LC-5

1 x SE240LC-2

3 x SE240LC-3

1 x SE280LC

2 x SE280LC-2

1 x SE210-2 1x SE210LC-2

SUMITOMO

2 x SH60-1 1 x SH75X-3

1 x SH135X-2

1 x SH210-5

2 x SH210LC-5

1 x SH300A-2

2 x SH350H-5

1 x SH350HD-3

1 x SH350HD-5

1 x PC228USLC-3

1 x PC228UU

1 x PC300-7

1 x PC300-8

1 x PC138US-11

1 x PC350-8

KUBOTA

1 x KH52SR

1 x KX71-3 1 x KX101 1 x KX121-2 LIBRA 1 x 118SV

MITSUBISHI 1 x MM55SR NEW HOLLAND

x E35B 1 x E35SR

TAKEUCHI 1 x TB138FR

TEREX

1 x PT100G

VOLVO 1 x EC240B

1 x EC240BLC

1 x EC240CL

YANMAR 1 x B27-2 1 x VIO27-5

1 x VIO40-2

1 x VIO50 1 x VIO50-2

1 x VIO55-5B

1 x VIO70 2 x VIO75

1 x VIO75-A

TRA

https://epj-trading.tradetrucks.com.au/ Email: office@griffithsgroup.co

CATERPILLARCS56B Enclosedcab,airconditioner,rear viewcamera,e-stops,6cylinderdieselengine, 2130mmdrum.CS56B. TA1277300. $80,000+GST=$88,000

KOMATSUD61PXI-23 2017,Intelligentmachinecontrol, a/cropscabin,patblade,newrippers,batteryisolator, uhf,reversecamera,turbotimer.5741hours.D61. TA1281911. $310,000+GST=$341,000

CATERPILLAR950H 8,000hours.Scalesandprintout. Newtyres.Allpinsandbushesgood.950H. TA1248596. $150,000+GST=$165,000

CATERPILLARCP563C Goodcleanroller.10,130hours. CP563C. TA1271658. $28,000+GST=$30,800

Ph:(03) 5424 1377 or (03) 5424 1433

LUSTY3X4 3rowsof4hydraulicdeck-wideninglow loader.LustyLL. TA1285930. $75,000+GST=$82,500

CATERPILLAR12MGRADER 15843hours.Newtyres 100 hrs ago.Goodtidygrader.S735. TA1176346. $110,000+GST=$121,000

BOMAGBW214PD-3 Flatdrumrollerwithbolton padfootshells.Goodroller,readyforwork.8277hours. Bomag. TA1281921. $40,000+GST=$44,000

DYNAPACCA5000PD 2017model.Enclosedcab,air conditioner,swiveloperatorcontrols,e-stops.Deutz6 cylinderengine,2150mmdrum.Dyna5000. TA1277367. $55,000+GST=$60,500

VOLVOA40E Newtyres.Engineworkjustdone. Transmissiondone@13000hrs.Total hrs 16000.Good workingcondition.A40E. TA1253391. $90,000+GST=$99,000

CATERPILLAR336E Mudbucket,diggingbucket. 12000hrs.Wellmaintainedmachine..336E. TA1253379. $80,000+GST=$88,000

CATERPILLAR916 Allpinsandbushesgood,tyres80%. 6906hours.Cansupplyforks.916. TA1282018. $28,000+GST=$30,800

CATERPILLARD6HSERIESII Motorreconditioned5,000 hoursago.Injectors,turbo,tracksandequaliserbar donerecently.Bulltiltbladeandrippers.Readyto work.D6HII. $115,000+GST=$126,500

INGERSOLL-RANDSD122DX Flatdrumroller,4370 hours.Ing. TA1281924. $40,000+GST$44,000

CATERPILLAR315FL 5252hours.Tiltbucketblade. Tracks75%.Goodcleanmachine.S738. TA1176724. $135,000+GST=$148,500

CATERPILLAR950G Tyresgood.Pinsandbushesgood. 950G. TA1228537. $65,000+GST=$71,500

SIEVE

BUCKETS

12t - $4,800

20t - $5,400

25t - $6,500

30t - $7,200

45t - $10,000

RIPPERS

6t - $1,400

12t - $2,200

20t - $2,800

25t - $3,300

30t - $3,800

40t - $5,000

MUD BUCKETS

6t - $1,500

12t - $3,000

20t - $4,800

25t - $5,500

30t - $7,200

40t - $8,600

MECHANICAL GRAPPLES

6t - $4,200

12t - $5,400

20t - $7,200

25t - $8,600

30t - $9,600

O & K RH120 Price

2 x OKO627 Rollers SF Re-man $3,000

8 x OKO627 Rollers SF new $4,000

2 x OK1684/45 Pin & Bush Group $11,600

1 x OK0946 Sprocket assy $13,000

CATERPILLAR D11 R/T

4 x Idler assy re-con exchange

$7,000

32 x Berco Roller DF CR5615c D11 $2,200

13 x Berco Roller SF CR5614c D11 $2,000

4 x Segment with B/N $5,500

4 x D11T Idlers NEW $9,626

160 x 32” Shoes 1B $330

CATERPILLAR D9 / D9L

2 x 47 SALT 24” HD Shoes $31,736 [SPECIAL]

4 x SALT 47 Link [SPECIAL] $16,000

CATERPILLAR D10 R/T

Re-Barred Shoes 24” $110 Link assy…rollers DF & SF ..Idlers .. Shoes.. Bolt / nuts.. Segment Groups $POA

EX1200

4 x 49 Link Tracks 700mm Shoes $30,000 [SPECIAL]

2 x pin & bush group HT0769/52 $3,200

FIAT/ALICE FD30/20

3 x Rollers SF AC2607 $910

6 x Rollers DF AC2608 $968

HITACHI EX1800/1900

DEERE JD700XLT

KOMATSU 4 x D475 suits 198.30.06562

4 x Idlers D475 SECX

x PC1250 48 Link Tracks $29,500 700mm Shoes [SPECIAL]

x PC1250 Idlers

x PC1100/1250 Sprocket assy

x 475A/2/3 SF 198.30.00421

LIEBHERR 994 B / 3250

Rollers LH1786 - 10030414

x Idler LH1704 re-con

x Sprocket assy LH1680 - 9829554

LIEBHERR 994 200

x Pin & Bush Group LH2018/53

x Idler assy LH1142 re-con

whcmachinery@gmail.com

VERMEERT455

1995,ExTelstramachine,9.6tonweight,hasbeen fittedwithanewchain2109seriesandXHFteeth, sprocket,undercarrige95%hastilttypetracks. Fittedwithropesandfopes,heatedandair conditionedcabin.Digs1,200mmdeepandupto 600mmwide.S681. TA549970.

$110,000exclGST

AUSTOFTTR14

1990,Ingoodcondition,startsanddigs,powered byaHonda11hpHondapetrolengine,electric start,goodchainandteeth,allspareparts availableinstockforthesemachinesandothers. Capacity600MMdeep.S99. TA543165.

$6,000+GST

VERMEERV8550A

2000,V8550aVermeerrideontrencher,90hp, poweredbyaCumminsBT-3.9,fittedwith4New Tyres,fittedwithNewChainandTeeth,startsand operatesgood,Deliveryavailable.S1003. TA1231683.

$49,500

TANDEMTRAILER-4.5TON

ExMelbourneTramways,approx4.5ton,was usedforcarryinggrinders,canbeusedformost typesofmachinery,on6studrims.S710. TA550133. $2,000exclGST

TCM810A

1992,4cylKubotaturbo,hours 4200,attachments b/hoe,4in1bucket,exroadscorp,goodtyres, pinsandbushes,cleancondition.Otherloadersin stock.S770. TA550235. $24,000

SAKAICV550T

NEWSakairubbertracks,NEWrubbertracksin stockfortheCV550Trollers,500x125x40.S995. TA1090568. $5,500

ORTECOBTP1000HD

2010,OrtecoBTP-1000-hdpiledriver ExLocalgovermentQLD, showing160hrs, operatesgood, comeswithremotecontrol.BTP1000. TA1231483. $45,000

SCATTRAK2300D

AIRCOCABIN,1297HRS,ingoodcondition,comes withstdbucket,tyresingoodcondition.EngineHP 84HPPERKINS4.236DEISELengineTransmission hydrastatic.S798. TA550274. $22,000exclGST

BELARUS400 runsanddrives,notbeenusedforsomeyears, willneedsomeminorcleanup.MAKEANOFFER, ALLCONSIDRED.S109. TA543190. $4,000+GST

$19,950INCLGST

TA1227757.

JOHNDEEREZ997RZTRAKRIDEONMOWER d.7353.

$2,800INCLGST

UNITEDTRAILER8X5 UnitedTrailer,registrationno: S136TFT, expiryApril,2025,8x5,yearofmanufacture2017,vin no: 6T9T2000SH0KE3120,refurbished,withnewwheelbearings,front discbrakes,re-wired,newlights.7421. TA1253395.

$9,850INCGST

HOWARDEHD8'SLASHER HowardExtraHeavyDuty 8' wideSlasher,3pointlinkage.7479. TA1284532.

TYRESLARGERANGEOFTYRES,MANYDIFFERENT SIZES HUGELYDISCOUNTED! Richard-0419820318.S2186. TA1066749. POA

$12,500INCLGST

BONNEBYSCHWARZESE6TROADBROOM/SWEEPER diesel,yearapprox2013,vinno: 6T9T26ABLD09P9005, withbooks,servicehistory&controller,lowhours.7316. TA1219701.

$12,850INCLGST

linkageTRAILEREXTRA$3,200INC.7426. TA1255194.

Tractor,latemodel8speed,2wheeldrive,rollframe,PTO,3 cylinderdiesel,tyres85%,approximately46horsepower,3 point

MASSEYFERGUSON135TRACTOR8SPEED MasseyFerguson135

ALSOINSTOCKMASSEY FERGUSON35TRACTOR, 3CYLDIESEL

$43,900INCLGST

7073. TA1125206.

loader,4.1bucket,yearapproximately2005-2008,4wheel drive, ROPS&Roof,91horsepowerapprox,PTO,withfrontweightframe (noweights),approx1,968hoursindicated,2newfront tyres.

withselflevellingfrontend

JOHNDEERE5525FWATRACTOR

$4,750INCL GST

MARRIOTTINDUSTRIESDISCWOODCHIPPER Marriott IndustriesDiscWoodchipper,exCouncil,3pointlinkage, suit50horsepowerplustractor,littleuse.6944. TA1084955.

$11,850INCL GST

240Tractor,2wheeldrive,ROPS,23pointlinkage, power steering,tyres85%nocracks,approximately44 horsepower.7466. TA1283662.

MASSEYFERGUSON240TRACTOR MasseyFerguson

$9,800INCL GST

TA1193182.

POHLNEREZI-ROLLROLLER PohlerEzi-RollRoller.7275.

MASSEYFERGUSON298TRACTOR4WHEELASSIST rollframe& roof,newtyresallround,80horsepowerapproximately,3 point linkage,PTO,4,800hoursapproximately,hasbeenthrough workshop,readytogo,'nomoneytospend'.7246. TA1180772. $24,950INCLGST

HOESINSTOCK.7379. TA1238951. POA

HOWARDROTARYHOES LARGERANGEOFHOWARD ROTARYHOESPLUSASELECTIONOFOTHER ROTARY

JCB3CXBACKHOELOADER JCB3CXBackhoeLoader,2 wheeldrive,yearapproximately1996,workswell.7420. TA1252027. $17,900INCLGST

$38,500INCLGST

19-29 Curlew Cresc

Tamworth NSW 2340

www.philhuntparts.com.au

brendan@philhuntparts.com.au

JOHNDEERE750 JustinforDismantling,Rebuilt6.414T Engine,MilanoRearRippers,StartsRunsandDrivesand TurnsWell,AllPartsAvailable,PhoneBrendan026762 4466.S195. TA1275322. POA

MITSUBISHIMG400 JustinforDismantling,14Foot Moldboard,RearRipperAssy,PowershiftTransmission, GoodRubberallround,AllPartsAvailable,Phone Brendan0267624466.S193. TA1275320. POA

PHIL HUNT PARTS PHIL HUNT PARTS

The HUNT stops here

NEW AND S/H PARTS

ALLIS-CHALMERS/HANOMAG/MASSEY

JOHN DEERE INDUSTRIAL

PARTS FOR Dozers, Loaders, Drotts, Graders, Scrapers

WRECKING DOZERS

ALLIS-CHALMERS: “M”, HD5B, HD6B, HD6E, HD6G, HD7W, HD7G, HD9B, HD10W, HD11B, HD11E, HD11EC, HD11EP, HD11 Ser B, HD15,C, HD16A, HD16AC, HD16D, DC, HD16DP, HD19,20,21A, HD21B,C, HD31, HD41B FIAT: 451C, 555, 605C, 50CI, 70CI, 8, 8B, AD10, BD10B, FD10E, AD12, 14B, 14C, BD20, DX175

HANOMAG/MASSEY: 2244, 200, 300, 3366, 400, 500, L400C, L600C, D600D Super, D700C

JOHN DEERE : 1010C, 850 LOADERS

ALLIS-CHALMERS: TL12D, TL14, TL20, 545, 605B, 645, 745B,C

FIAT: FR20B

LD3, LD5, LD6, LD7 and LD9 Scoopmobile HANOMAG/MASSEY 22,33C,44, 55, CL55C,66C-D, 77 GRADERS

ALLIS-CHALMERS: D, DD, M65, 65B, AD30-40, 45, 145, M100A, B, FG95

DRMCO/CHAMPION 562, 600, 720, 740

JOHN DEERE 570, 570A, 670, 670A, 670B, 770, 770A, 772A, 770BH, 670CH, 670D, 672GP, 770GP, 772GP ALLIS WHEEL TRACTORS

AC D17, D19, D21, XT190, 7000, 7010, 7020, 7040, 7060, 7080, 8010, 8050, 8070, 7580, 8550, 440 ALSO AVAILABLE

Track Chains, Rollers, Idlers, Sprockets

Various 4-1 Buckets, POA

FIATALLISHD16B JustinforDismantling,AngleTilt Blade,RearRippers,ExcellentUndercarriage,Powershift Transmission,AllPartsAvailable,PhoneBrendan02 67624466.S192. TA1275319. POA

ALLISCHALMERSHD16DP JustinforDismantling,Angle TiltBlade,RearRippers,PowershiftTransmission, ExcellentUndercarriage,16,000HRunningEngine,All PartsAvailable,PhoneBrendan0267624466.S194. TA1275321. POA

Allis Chalmers • Fiat Allis • Hanomag • Massey • JD Industrial

JOHNDEERE670GP 2014,9536hrs,Ex Shiremachinewithfullservicehistory.3.6 Mblade,14.00-24tyres,sparewheel.

JOHNDEERE670G 2012,9339hours. AROPScab.3.66Mblade.P/block,Rear ripper.2670. TA1277884. $187,500PlusGST

DYNAPACCC1100 2012,1510hrs.2.5 tonnevibratingroller,ROPSframe,water tanksandsprays for asphaltwork.2659.

CATERPILLARCP44 2011,PadFoot, 2775hrs,A/CROPScab,7.5 Tonne. 2650. TA1257427. $59,500PLUSGST

CATERPILLAR966M 2016,9397hours. Joysticksteeringridecontrol,autogrease, fullyserviced.1640.

CATERPILLARCS533EXT 2011,3493 hrs,ACROPScab,12.5tonne,good tyres.2584. TA1241862. $59,500PLUSGST

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CATERPILLAR277D 2015, Goodcondition277D.Well maintained.Justserviced, CAT0277DTNT00331. WA. DIY1280972. 0417 986 926. $66,000

HANMEYBHEF-195 2012, Backhoe3linkageattachment tosuit40hptractorwith extra bucket,6731. NSW. DIY1263838. 0439 512 137. $3,900

KOMATSU555-5 2014, KOMATSU555-5GRADER ALOVELYMACHINE,55307e. NSW. DIY1286199. 0407 234 235. $159,500

KOBELCO2014 2014,5.5tone excavator.Inexcellent conditiononlyownerfrom brandnew.Alwaysmaintained andwelllookedafter,Roo717. NSW. DIY1280013. 0421 208 852. $60,000

CATERPILLARVARIOUS NewBucketsSerialNumber 118-198494and1410840-870Canbeadaptedto variousmachines,-.QLD. DIY1289946. 07 4634 2000. $2,948Each

CASE865B CASE865B GRADER INEXCELLENTCONDITION, 38538E.NSW. DIY1286220. 0407 234 235. $176,000

BOBCATE50BOBCAT

2018,E50Excavator.1555hours.AirconditionedEstopCBand radio.Comeswith350,450andtiltmudbucket.Also65mmround pinborer.Extrasfullsetofpinsforboomrear.Fullsetofnew decals.SpareRadiator.Hasquickhitch,Na.QLD. DIY1287196. 0400 268 010. $68,000

KOMATSUPC200LC-8

XE17UminiExcavatorand Bonanza2.8Tplant

XUGA017UGMKA01197.NSW. DIY1280909. 0401 067 718. $35,000

ALLISONTRANSMISSIONBELMONTDIESEL

AllisonTransmissionPartsClearance.Ex-BelmontDieselStock. 5/6000andM56/6600SeriesParts.Approx-$300,000ofnew genuine+aftermarketparts.Including1xbrandnew5/6000drop boxcompleted.Approx-$600,000ofserviceableusedparts+ components.Includinghousings,covers,allinternalpartsand valvebodies.AllAllisonpartsbooks,servicemanualscovering

2007,Owneroperator,Originalpaint,Undercarriage11000hrs,All cylindersresealed2023Aircondoneat11000hrs,Centerjoint resealed2022,Waterpumpdone,newbatteriesDecember24, Alternatorrenewed2021,AllworkdonebyKomatsuhave receipts,2copiesofpartsandservice,Comeswith1bucket GP, MUDORTILTYOURCHOICE,307083.QLD. DIY1254570. 0408 424 550. $80,000

BROWNLENOXM1300

$100,000PlusGST

Two xMobileBrownLenoxKueKen(BL-Pegson)1300mm(51") ConeCrushersmountedonheavy-dutytri-axlechassis.Cone CrusherNo.1-Ex-CoarseCrusherandChamber.ConeCrusher No.2-MediumFineCrusherandChamber.4xSetsofUNUSED Mangamesewearlinersandspareparts. Yard Clearence, SL91300C7VP009089.QLD. DIY1252958. 0466 051 790. $66,000

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CAT D9-D10-D11 CAT RipperTynesGenuineNewSuit D9-D10-D11Pricedfrom$3,500-$6,000+GST,0.QLD. DIY1288240. 07 4634 2000.

$3,885StartingFromAndUp To $6,600

JOHNDEERE770GPGRADER 2017,13550hrs.Fitted withTrimbleGCS900.ComeswithTrimbleCB460 multifunctioncontrolboxand992receiver.NewTrimble modem.Newmouldboard12months/2000hrsago.New Hydraulicpump2000hrsago.4nearnewreartyres. Currentoilsamples(allperfect).Excellenttrimmachine. Owneroperator.$240,000plusGST, 1DW770GPLHD683379.NSW. DIY1286888. 0431 553 828. $264,000

VARIOUS140024GRADERTYRE New4available,-. QLD. DIY1288272. 07 4634 2000. $1,100Each

CAPTOKCK1000 2024,CaptokHydraulicRoller2024 Manufacture,Modelck1000.Hasdonenowork,as new, ck1000240304.QLD. DIY1262183. 07 3297 1155. $10,500ONO

DIGGAEL4845 AluminiumLoadingRamps(pair),4.8 tonnecombined,3300mmlong,Internal450mm, External550,Beam120mm,LR23677.VIC. DIY1285251. 0417 313 547. $1,350

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ISOLOADERHL-PC-35

Two(2)ISOLOADERPrecastConcreteHandlingRubberTyreGantriesbuyoneorbothfortandemliftandtraveleachwithSWL35,000kg.R3696R3697.

ISOLOADER21

TheIsoloader21isastraddledesignedtoliftandtransport32,000kg,6mand27,000kg 12mISOcontainersfromroadtransportvehiclesandplacethemontheground.(Filephotoasexample)Twoavailable.R3621. TA1061595. $100,000EaPlusGST

www.flt.com.au

HYSTERH18.00XM-12

withforkpositioningsideshiftcarriage, 2440mmforks,Cumminsengine,fullyenclosed airconditionedcab-Option20x40sideliftcont. frame.R3632. TA1124211.

POAForSaleorHirePh:1800688788

HYSTERH10.00XM

HYSTERH16.00XM-6

2010,lowhoursandingreatconditionwithMichelin XZMradialtyres,forkpositioningsideshiftand 2,440mmForks.R3525. TA730601. ForSaleorHirePOAPh:1800688788toInspect

HYSTERH12.00XM

200811,740kg4500mmlift,sideshiftcarriageand 2440mmforks.HireorBuyFreeCall1800688788. R3405. TA369982. POA

HYSTERH650C

6newContinentaltyres,Cummins6CTenginethis budgetpricedforkliftisreadyforwork.Option20'or 20x40toppickcontainerspreaders..R3712. TA1216675.

ForSaleorHirePh1800688788POA

KALMARDRT450-65S

2013,Stacksladen20x40containers5high.Cummins QSM11dieselengine.Dana15.5HR36000XMSN. H10300280. TA1153805. ForSaleorHirePOAFreeCall1800688788

2006,Cumminsengine.WideForkPositioningSideshift Carriagewouldsuitlongloadse.g.pipe.R3689. TA1216676. POAForSaleorHirePh:1800688788

KALMARDRT450

2014,SOLD-AnotherAvailable.Only11081hourswith originalCumminsengine.Stack45,000kg1st row 31,000kg2ndrow.ReadyNow.R3603. TA998021. POAForSaleorHirePh:1800688788

OMEGA16-12W

IdealfurnitureremovalistsolutionRated12,000kgwith ELME558sidesliftabletostackuptofourhigh20and 40footcontainers..353AUFL443. TA1154000.

ForSaleorHirePOAFreeCall1800688788

TERBERGYT182

2006,HardtofindTerminalTractorwithelevating5th wheelforquick&safetrailermarshaliingwithoutneed todismountcab.S116. TA1276949. $59,800

HYSTERH18.00XM-12

2008,stacks12,000kghighcube20'&40'3high.ELME 55820x40spreaderwithtopentrytwistlocks.Frontline unitreadynow.R3547. TA829125. ForSaleorHirePOAFreeCall1800688788

PRENTICE7,000KGSWL forklifttruckramps(8)topickfrom.Idealforshipping containers.Forsaleorhire.R3274. TA96974. $12,000+GST=$13,200ForSaleorHire

GENIEGS3268RT

4WDdiesel.Recently 10yearinspected,new paint,goodreliable machine.S35. $25,000+GST

SNORKELPRO126 126ftstraightstick boom,diesel,4WD, workingheight40.2m, goodworking condition.S36. $30,000+GST

SNAPPYHEAVY DUTY

Scaffold.S2. $550+GST

JLG43FTRTSELF LEVELLINGDIESEL SCISSORLIFT VeryGoodValuefor money,tidymachine, stillworkinginour rentalfleet.S27. $30,000+GST

SNORKELTB47J

4WDTB47JDZ TelescopicBoomLift, 10YearInspected, HydraulicGenerator, Diesel,Veryreliable machine..S39. $35,000+GST

SNORKELTB42JDZ 42fttelescopicboom lift.4WDDiesel.S30. $15,000+GST

HAULOTTE COMPACT14

2014,12melectric scissorliftverypopular unit.14mworking height.1unitavailable. S21. $6,000+GST

SNORKEL MHP13/35

2012,TrailerMounted articulatedboomlift featuresasafeandstable workingheightofupto 12.6m.Stillinhirefleet, verygoodcondition.S38.

$20,000+GST

GENIEGS1932 GenieGS1932Electric Scissorlift.S29. $4,000+GST

SKYJACK3219 2015,SkyJack3219 scissorlift,10year inspected,electric, 5.8mplatformheight. S40. $7,500+GST

Plant & Equipment

Li ing legacy

Heavy cargo and container handling equipment specialist Big Forkli s recently supplied a gantry crane to handle precast concrete on a major project in Sydney

Since 1984, Forkli Traders – now with its new branding Big Forkli s PTY Limited – has been at the very centre of the material handling equipment industry.

Over this time, the business has built a reputation as one of the most respected names for companies using heavy duty general cargo forkli s, specialised container handling forkli s, and reach stackers.

Big Forkli s also o ers a range of other terminal handling equipment, including straddle carriers, terminal tractors, and roll trailers.

Various options are available to its customers, whether it’s procuring a brand-new piece of equipment, used machinery, or hiring a product on a long or short-term basis.

Several leading material handling equipment brands with extensive experience are o ered by Big

Forkli s – such as Ma and Hyster –so customers know they can count on the grunt of its machinery to get any job done.

Ensuring minimal machinery downtime for its customers is critical for Big Forkli s, and it’s why the business provides thorough appraisals and maintenance.

Delivering machinery across Australia and overseas, Big Forkli s prides itself on providing solutions for a wide range of applications, not just handling containerised freight.

Remote mine sites and agricultural companies have even bene ted from Big Forkli s’ machinery, alongside road and rail operations.

Most recently, Big Forkli s supplied an Isolader 21 rubber tyre crane gantry to New South Wales-based Concrete Structures for the new Sydney Fish Market project.

This authentic operating sh market facility is expected to be a major food and dining attraction on Sydney’s inner harbour.

Concrete Structures director Carmine Coiro says the Isoloader 21 was successful in handling precast concrete, which the business produced for the project.

“I would buy another one in a heartbeat if I win another project where this solution ts,” Coiro says.

Big Forkli s currently has two Isoloader HL-PC-35 rubber tyre gantry cranes, which can also be used for precast concrete handling. With a safe working load of 35tonnes, these machines are available to be sold separately, or as a duo that can tandem li and walk.

For more information, visit bigforklifts.com.au or flt.com.au

19-29 Curlew Cresc

Tamworth NSW 2340

www.philhuntparts.com.au

brendan@philhuntparts.com.au

JOHNDEERE750 JustinforDismantling,Rebuilt6.414T Engine,MilanoRearRippers,StartsRunsandDrivesand TurnsWell,AllPartsAvailable,PhoneBrendan026762 4466.S195. TA1275322. POA

MITSUBISHIMG400 JustinforDismantling,14Foot Moldboard,RearRipperAssy,PowershiftTransmission, GoodRubberallround,AllPartsAvailable,Phone Brendan0267624466.S193. TA1275320. POA

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NEW AND S/H PARTS

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PARTS FOR Dozers, Loaders, Drotts, Graders, Scrapers

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FIAT: 451C, 555, 605C, 50CI, 70CI, 8, 8B, AD10, BD10B, FD10E, AD12, 14B, 14C, BD20, DX175

HANOMAG/MASSEY: 2244, 200, 300, 3366, 400, 500, L400C, L600C, D600D Super, D700C

JOHN DEERE : 1010C, 850 LOADERS

ALLIS-CHALMERS: TL12D, TL14, TL20, 545, 605B, 645, 745B,C FIAT: FR20B

LD3, LD5, LD6, LD7 and LD9 Scoopmobile

HANOMAG/MASSEY 22,33C,44, 55, CL55C,66C-D, 77 GRADERS

ALLIS-CHALMERS: D, DD, M65, 65B, AD30-40, 45, 145, M100A, B, FG95

DRMCO/CHAMPION 562, 600, 720, 740

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ALLIS WHEEL TRACTORS

AC D17, D19, D21, XT190, 7000, 7010, 7020, 7040, 7060, 7080, 8010, 8050, 8070, 7580, 8550, 440 ALSO AVAILABLE

Track Chains, Rollers, Idlers, Sprockets

Various 4-1 Buckets, POA

FIATALLISHD16B JustinforDismantling,AngleTilt Blade,RearRippers,ExcellentUndercarriage,Powershift Transmission,AllPartsAvailable,PhoneBrendan02 67624466.S192. TA1275319. POA

ALLISCHALMERSHD16DP

JustinforDismantling,Angle TiltBlade,RearRippers,Powershift Transmission, ExcellentUndercarriage,16,000HRunningEngine,All PartsAvailable,PhoneBrendan0267624466.S194. TA1275321. POA

SKYJACKSJ3219 2014, 19'ElectricScissorlifts,severalmachinesoffered.Allwith227kgliftcapacity,allin goodconditionandallnowoutoftest.LocatedinBrisbane,Melbourne&Sydney. Various. TA1019568

$4,200+GST=$4,620

SKYJACKSJ66T 2013, 66'DieselStickBooms.2unitstochoosefromand are nowoutoftest.TheseuniqueBoomliftshavedrive sensingsteering.Theseunits are locatedinBrisbane. B6633-B6634. TA1216665

$22,000+GST=$24,200

SKYJACKSJ46AJ 46'4x4DieselKnuckleBooms.4unitsavailable,witha227kglift capacity,allingoodconditionandnowoutoftest.MachinesinMelbourne,Newcastle andBrisbane..KB4639-KB4647. TA1160082

$17,000+GST=$18,700

GENIEGS4047 2014-40'ElectricScissorlifts.several machinesoffered.Thesewilldriveatfullheightwitha 350kgSWLanda910mmextensiondeck.Allmachines outoftest.MachinesinSydney,Melbourne&Brisbane. Various.S4022E-S4026E. TA1258498

$6,000+GST=$6,600

GENIEGS4390RT 43'4x4RoughTerrainScissorlifts. Severalavailable.680Kgliftcapacity&doublerollout extensiondecks,foratotaldecklengthof6.7metres.All out oftest&equippedwithon-boardgenerators.Machines inMelbourne,SydneyandBrisbane.S4347G7. TA1269045

$19,800+GST=$21,780

SKYJACKSJ6832RT 32'4x4DieselScissorlifts,several availableand are nowoutoftest.These are trueRough Terrainmachineswitha454kgSWLanda1.5metre extensiondeck,locatedinBrisbaneandSydney. S32131-S32139. TA1258495

$15,000+GST=$16,500

GENIEGS5390RT 53'4x4RoughTerrainScissorlifts. Severalavailable,680Kgliftcapacity&doublerollout extensiondecks,foratotaldecklengthof6.7metres.All out oftest&equippedwithon-boardgenerators.Machines inMelbourne,SydneyandBrisbane.S5314. TA1269050

$22,000+GST=$24,200

2.5TonneBrandNewManual.PALLETJACK. DPLIn53187. $523

2.5TonneLPGForkliftWith4.59MetreLift ClearviewMast..P040. TA1207778. $13,200

2.5TonneLPGForkliftwith4.3MetreLift ContainerMast.P003. TA1206087. $13,200

1.2tonneelectricwalkiereachtruckwith4.27 metrelift.N054. TA1178245. $13,200

viper. TA1160389. $21,450

$18,500

UNKNOWN DRY NUTROASTER StainlessSteelFramed 8kgto25kgHorizontalElectricNutandSeedDry RoastingBarrelwithLoad/UnloadAccess,mobile StainlesssteelCollection/CoolingBin,Control,Geared Driveto415V3PhaseElectricMotorandSwitch,-.VIC. DIY1285247. 0411 317 362.

CHURCHILLCHURCHILLSURFACEGRINDER

MACHINEFABRIEKCONFECTIONERYFOODSLICING GUILLOTINE ConfectioneryFoodSlicingGuillotine,-.VIC. DIY1285246. 0411 317 362.

$12,000

PROCESSSYSTEMSCHOCOLATECOOLINGTUNNEL& ProcessSystemsStainlessSteelFramed MotorisedContinuousProductSheetFormingand CoolingLinewithStainlessSteelFlowHeadandHeating Station,RubberBeltMotorisedFeedInConveyor, StainlessSteelRefrigeratedCooling Tunnel withInfeed OutConveyors,Controlto415V3 PhaseElectricMotorandSwitch,OverallLengthApprox 0411 317 362. $79,000

FUJIFUJIFLOWRAPPERFW341M2 FujiMotorised StainlessSteelProductForm,FillandSealingMachine Model:FW341M2withStainlessSteelChainFeed-In Conveyor,WrappingandSealingHeads,RubberBelt OutfeedConveyor,-.VIC. DIY1285245. 0411 317 362. $35,000

SAVAGESAVAGEBROSGASFIREDMIXER SavageBros StainlessSteelGasFiredIngredientsMixingandCooking Unit,TwinCopperApprox50LitreCookingPots, RetractableMixingHead,SteelFramedMobileTreadle HydraulicPotStorageStand,Swing Away Attendants Table,Controlto415V3PhaseElectricMotorandSwitch, -.VIC. DIY1285242. 0411 317 362. $49,000

ChurchillsurfacegrindingmachineManchesterEngland. Machineserialnumber:21988.Oilpumpmotor:1420.Wheel diameter:7.Wheelspindlespeed.RPM:2450.Wheelhead motor. RPM:1420,21988.NSW. DIY1271356. 0413 168 886. $3,800Surfacegrindingmachine

MAGLONUTOILROASTER StainlessSteelMotorisedGas FiredNutOilRoaster,ComprisingRawNutLoadHopper, CleatedRubberBeltElevatingConveyor,Vibratory

YAMATOYAMATO YamatoDataweighVolumeWeighing, FillingandSealingMachinewithStainlessSteel VibratoryInfeedHopper,SteelFramed Bucket Elevating LoadConveyor,VolumeWeighingHeadwithMetalcheck 9MetalDetector,BagSealingandFillingHead,Rubber BeltElevating Take-Out ConveyorwithMetalcheckMetal Detector,Controlto415V3PhaseElectricMotorand SwitchWholeMountedonHeavyDutySteelFramed StandwithLadderAccessandSafetyBarricades,-.VIC. DIY1285236. 0411 317 362. $18,900

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