5 technologies for the agricultural sector

5 technologies for the agricultural sector

There are 134,000 farm businesses in Australia, according to the National Farmers Federation, which contribute 3 per cent to the total Australian gross domestic product. This gross value of farm production in 2010-11 was $48.7 billion.To ensure farms and other...
Should coal-fired power plants use gravimetric feeders?

Should coal-fired power plants use gravimetric feeders?

The power market is growing more competitive, especially as consumer sentiment continues to favour green technologies over coal, natural gas and oil. Coal-fired power plants can maintain the upper hand if they implement processes that decrease input without...
How do ultrasonic level measurement instruments work?

How do ultrasonic level measurement instruments work?

Mines, quarries, food processing plants and other facilities use level measurement instruments to calculate how much product they manage on a minute-by-minute basis. The type of technologies these devices use include laser, radar, ultrasonic and...
3 things to consider when choosing a weigh belt feeder

3 things to consider when choosing a weigh belt feeder

Weigh belt feeders ensure operations are mixing and measuring the appropriate amount of materials. However, not every feeder is the same. Some are better suited for grain milling while others complement plaster board production.Many plant managers, no matter which...
What DSP technology means for the mining industry

What DSP technology means for the mining industry

Digital signal processing (DSP) is a single component of a much greater movement: the Internet of Things (IoT). Mining-instrument and equipment manufacturers are integrating this technology into their product portfolios. Oretronic metal detectors, for example, use...
Can sustainability solve mining’s productivity challenges?

Can sustainability solve mining’s productivity challenges?

In light of decreasing commodity prices and environmental pressures, mining experts are assessing how extractive processes can become more efficient. Ideally, miners would like to minimise the amount of resources they consume while maximising production. This is a...