Mining processes and operations are incredibly intensive and risk prone. To reduce the potential for errors and delays, mining companies pour billions of dollars into maintenance every year, spending between 30 and 50 percent of their total operational costs on equipment upkeep and repairs.
While maintenance has taken the brunt of cost-cutting in recent years, BIS Oxford Economics predicts activity will increase by nearly 60 percent in real terms over the next few years, offering crucial opportunities for contractors.
Specialising in mobile and fixed plant equipment, Mader is an Australian contracting company with a strong reputation in the mining maintenance sector.
Speaking to National Mining Chronicle, Mader International General Manager Russell Wells said the company deployed over 1100 dynamic professionals across the major mining regions of Australia, Africa, Asia and the Americas. He said Mader’s team of specialists provided tailor-made and effective solutions for mobile and fixed plant maintenance issues by using practice-based methodologies, quality workmanship and strong leadership.
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