Bradken Awarded AQIRF Research Grant To Develop ‘Green’ Alloys

Announced at a ceremony at Queensland Parliament House on 16 March, the grant will fund three years of research in partnership with The University of Queensland, Australia to develop ‘green' alloys for use in the manufacture of a range of Bradken products, from mill liners to product used in the processing of sugarcane.

Mehdi Taherishargh , Technology Manager Materials Development, said receiving this grant is a wonderful result for Bradken, as it perfectly aligns with the company’s and many of our customers’ sustainability goals.

“As a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, the mining sector has increased focus on sustainability in recent years,” Dr. Taherishargh said.

“Bradken has acknowledged its part in this and has committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030. But more than this, we know our customers are looking to us to help them reduce their environmental impact.

“We’re aiming to further the development of green alloys that are longer lasting, harder wearing and that require minimal processing. It’s an essential step towards reducing carbon emissions and achieving a more sustainable future for Bradken, our customers and the industry as a whole.”

Led by Dr. Taherishargh, Bradken’s research teams in Newcastle, Australia and Coimbatore, India will work collaboratively on this project with Professor Jeff Gates and Dr. Yahia Ali, both from the University of Queensland.

Having worked with this team on other projects previously, he said the already proven partnership and historical research data will give them a significant head-start in achieving their research goals.

In addition to the AQIRF grant, Bradken has another 35 projects identified and applications pending for more than AUD$1.7 million in funding for future materials research.

Bradken's R&D efforts have been supported by government research programs, such as the Minealloy Australian Research Council Training Centre. These programs provide Bradken with access to additional talented researchers and funding to further its sustainability efforts.

The tangible outcomes of Bradken's R&D implementation have been substantial, including reduction in carbon emissions and improved production methods.

As a leading global manufacturer of SAG and AG mill liners, Bradken is making a name for itself through a commitment to continuous improvement and an innovative approach to sustainability. Through its R&D program, Bradken is leading the way in reducing the carbon footprint of its production processes and increasing operational efficiency.

The results of Bradken's recent R&D projects are impressive and demonstrate the company's commitment to sustainability and its customers. The R&D team has forged continuous relationships with more than 15 leading research institutes and universities across the world and has developed a strong connection between the advanced scientific research and manufacturing products and procedures.