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China’s moves on coal quality to benefit Aussie miners
China’s administration proposes minimum standards for sulphur, ash and energy content in thermal coal, in an effort to improve the market for local miners and curb pollution. |
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Safety award winner: BHP’s gripper jaw valve innovation
BHP Billiton’s Dendrobium Mine won the NSW Minerals Council Innovation Award for its modification of a gripper jaw valve bank handle on a JOY 12CM30 continuous miner. Below is an extract from BHP’s nomination for the Awards. |
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Centennial Coal award for manual handling tool
Centennial Coal was recognised at the NSW Minerals Council Innovation Awards for a tool to assist workers with hanging and lowering cables. |



