Business Chief APAC+ANZ Magazine June 2015 | Page 40

REDPATH MINING
our coal mine specific services , our engineering specialists have adapted existing technologies from the civil and metalliferous sectors so the product offering for us is quite unique compared to other competitors in the market .”
Redpath ’ s technological advancements have been the backbone to delivering operational efficiencies in outputs for clients . The company isn ’ t afraid to adopt knowledge from the civil and metalliferous sectors and apply them to the coal industry .
“ For example , our sliding floor technology for Drift Excavation provides better access to mines by using hydraulic rams to move the floor in a caterpillar-like sequence to allow it to act as a base for the bridge conveyor and ventilation duct installation and extension systems ,” Ramage said
Previous experience Client satisfaction is a priority for this mining contractor , and this is demonstrated through through constantly striving to identify and apply innovative solutions for the benefit of their client . Redpath ’ s services include mine development , underground construction , shaft sinking , raiseboring , raise mining , engineering and technical services , including a mixture of specialty services .
According to Ramage , the company is best known for its specialist experience in underground excavation , specifically in the coal industry .
“ From greenfield start-ups to expansions of existing mines , we offer expertise in the full range of mining services . We pride ourselves in providing the coal mining industry with a level of delivery that exceeds normally acceptable standards . A quality product from concept to completion is the result of our commitment and one that realises efficiencies in both costs and human resources throughout the lifespan of coal projects .”
In partnership with BMA at the Gregory Crinum Mine , Redpath improved the productivity outputs for the project by 30 per cent . The company was engaged to deliver more than 25 kilometres of Mains and Maingate driveage , as well as
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