Overcoming the challenges in the mineral extraction and processing industry

Members are invited to step up to board roles to influence the development of the IQ and boost their own careers

Interact Analysis discuss how advances in technology are opening up a promising landscape for the future of electrified heavy-duty vehicles

John Corcoran, managing director of Chepstow Plant International (CPI), discusses the importance of decarbonizing heavy construction plant through robust carbon footprint accounting, fleet-management services and an innovative mindset to help build a low-carbon future

Enough is enough: it is time for industry to stand up, be proud, be counted and challenge more, says Nigel Jackson, chief executive of the Mineral Products Association

Longcliffe Group have set themselves the ambitious target of being carbon neutral by their 100th anniversary in 2027

Hanson are focused on climate protection and committed to fulfilling their share of the global responsibility to keep the rise in worldwide temperature well below 2°C, as set out in the Paris Agreement. Marian Garfield, sustainability director, explains the company’s path to reducing carbon emissions

EPC-UK explosives engineer Dr Liam Bermingham details new possibilities to digitally measure, store and analyse data throughout the entire drilling and blasting process to help implement a fully digitalized quarry operation

Windows of opportunity for operational improvement by Kevin Vonesh, worldwide strategic account manager, Trimble aggregates

Robert Whetstone, vice-president of Europe, Middle East, Africa and India with Martin Engineering, outlines five steps to the successful adoption of smart technology

Why customer experience is key by Louise Smith, senior manager - customer insight at Tarmac, and Dan Moss, senior manager - Tarmac Connect programme

IQ’s role in updating the overarching course curriculum at the University of Derby Centre for Minerals Products

Brian Kent, Tarmac’s national technical director, takes a look at what the highways industry can do to reinvent the UK’s towns and cities in a post-pandemic world

QM takes a look at the new machine enhancements and technological features that are raising the bar on productivity, efficiency and operator comfort in the heavy equipment sector

QM takes a brief look back at some of the highlights of Hillhead Digital 2021 – the first-ever virtual conference and exhibition for the mineral products, construction and recycling industries

Sean Cassidy, regional environmental manager at CEMEX UK, provides an insight into how the business is ensuring site biodiversity and restoration remain a priority despite current challenges

Hanson outline how they are helping to enhance the environment through restoration and habitat creation

Tarmac highlight how wildlife conservation efforts are taking quarrying back to nature

Mark Smedley, senior minerals, waste and environmental consultant at The Mineral Planning Group Ltd, shares the story behind a project the firm recently worked on

Getting the Most Out of IQ Membership

Is it possible to find a conveyor belt that can handle the destructive forces that cause ripping, tearing and impact damage?

Vulcanising South West Ltd supply and install new conveyor belt at Hanson’s flagship site

Continental unify Conveying Solutions branding around the world and develop visual and acoustic technology-based inspection service for conveyor belt systems

Martin Engineering outline a new approach to belt conveyors

IQ explains how keeping membership grades up to date helps to demonstrate professionalism and commitment to the industry, whilst reaping the benefits of being part of the IQ community

Morten Wierod, president of ABB Motion, urges greater adoption of high-efficiency motors and drives to combat climate change

Volvo’s I-Shift transmission technology remains a breakthrough innovation after 20 years

Further details of the New Horizons | Building the Recovery symposium programme and previews of some of the newest products, innovations and services at this inaugural all-digital event

The digital future of drilling and blasting with Orica’s BlastIQ control solution

EPC-UK highlight the many benefits of drone technology and explain why it has become an integral component of their own blast survey offering

With lifelong learning at the heart of the Institute of Quarrying, members are encouraged to actively participate in continuing professional development and utilize the tools developed to make recording easier

In the fight against fake bearings, Schaeffler’s unique data matrix codes make investigations easier

Dr Hans-Friedrich Peters, executive vice-president of the asphalt and concrete plants division at Ammann, discusses the latest technology and what is on the horizon for asphalt producers

A look at the key themes of the virtual conference and some of the latest plant, technological innovations and services at this inaugural all-digital event

Steven Hunter, separation technology group leader with Weir Minerals, explains how new technology is changing the way screens are designed and built

Enhanced customization from MAJOR with Flex-Mat custom-fit screen media in five styles

James Thorne, chief executive officer of the Institute of Quarrying, discusses how the pandemic provides a timely reminder of the importance of strategic risk management

Robert Whetstone, vice-president of the EMEAI region at Martin Engineering, urges operators not to ignore the remote revolution and outlines how plant productivity can be maximized using remote monitoring to enable predictive, condition-based maintenance

Hanson’s reduced-emission asphalt (REA) paves the way for cleaner air

Renovating a section of the Swiss N2 Motorway required an unconventional approach to maximize on-site recycling

Lancashire County Council takes delivery of first Volvo P6870D paving machine in Great Britain, whilst Excel Surfacing take the first Volvo P2870D compact paver

Jonathan Davies, paving industry manager at Finning UK and Ireland, explores how better-equipped planing and paving machines can help maximize productivity, while maintaining safe and sustainable operations

Potholes have been an endless source of frustration for road users across the UK, with insurance companies paying out millions each year in car repair claims. Matthew Bastable, from BPH Attachments, examines how our highways have become failing infrastructure in need of urgent repair

Local branches adapt their traditional ways of hosting technical evenings and networking events

Guy Dulberger, vice-president of information security at auctioneers Ritchie Bros., outlines some of the steps businesses can take to ensure their online operations stay effective

Building materials suppliers Marshalls and contract hire specialists Ryder outline some of the key aspects of a 100-tractor unit deal

Welding Alloys Group have introduced new processes and procedures to allow them to continue to undertake urgent projects on site, such as the repair of a vertical roller mill for Hanson Cement

South Yorkshire-based Catplant Quarry Ltd increase production capacity at their Doncaster facility with two new Terex Finlay 696 inclined screeners from Molson Finlay