Editions

Contents

Turning battery waste into a local resource E-Plas champions mining’s quiet achievers Keep your crew cool Tough enough to thrive in the harshest of environments Steuler expands your horizons Think change. Think Breight All-electric forklift. Mine-ready. Built for heavy loads Gold, gold, gold WT Hydraulics and Festo Join Forces to Revolutionise Mining and Industrial Automation Closing the loop: How Acu-Tech supports mining with ESG in action Tecweigh: The Future of Heavy-Duty Bulk Material Weighing Your partner in strategic asset management Driving the future of the mining industry MLT New Generation Super-Screw® FRAS/Oil Resistant Oli Group: Driving innovation and reliability in mining & quarrying Titeline Drilling: Automating the future Billions of Litres, Zero Compromise: Inside Banlaw’s Fuel Management Revolution Lighting Up the Underground Engineering innovation at scale: How Innovative Mining Services is redefining safety, productivity and reliability in materials handling How DTN APAC’s inversion and blast dispersion forecasting help the mining industry Emtivac Engineering: The vacuum powerhouse behind Australian industry A simple solution to a complex problem Powering progress through innovation Leader in Manufacturing Innovation Powering Mining with Practical Solutions Eagle Forklifts: Powering Australia’s mining logistics with smarter, safer machinery The cable management specialists Australia’s spare parts distribution centre Securing global supply chains at CMC2025 The reality of Australia’s EV uptake The world’s first carbon-neutral lithium product Aussie mine boss – a true Australian success story Practical project support from strategy to delivery Improve worker wellbeing with a new toolkit from Edith Cowan University Liontown’s lithium liftoff Has Australian lithium been left in the lurch? A rocky reporting season for Australia’s resources sector ACE: Fast. Safe. Unstoppable. ADT Commercial Security Drill, Baby, Drill! Caman Engineering Australian Floating Decks Professional Services Maximise Your Productivity Bruce Avery Transport The updated 2024 Isuzu D-MAX Introducing the ARB multi-purpose jack base for safer vehicle lifting The updated 2025 Isuzu MU-X Eastern Guruma integrated services Australia’s original lockout tagout manufacturer since 1992 Australia’s most trusted bulk spring water supplier 20 years of excellence VMS Engineering | Precision. Power. Performance. Your Workforce. Skilled, Certified and Site-Ready Varnish removal made easy Johnson Screens: Screening solutions for Australian mining Vytas makes green hydrogen a reality Geotab and Google Cloud partner for data-driven success MATO Australia’s new generation conveyor belt cleaners MLT New Generation Super-Screw® FRAS/Oil Resistant Mineplast Pro: The superior belt solution Power Control Products: Delivering Safe-T-Products’ conveyor safety innovations to the mining industry Conveyor Idler Failure got you (Shut)down? Dredge pumps in Australia’s mining industry TOMRA’s transformative ore sorting technology Broons’ Graderoll just keeps rolling out the door Weir’s new backfill technology From fabrication to full-scale construction, Murchison Mining Services delivers exceptional results Exactly what you need when you need it Bringing you our world of expertise Quest Maritime Services delivering confidence at sea Dy-Mark mine marking toluene free Oli Group: Driving innovation and reliability in mining & quarrying Transmission repairs and replacements made easy Industrial and marine solutions hire fleet with purpose-built winches and power units How DTN APAC’s inversion and blast dispersion forecasting help the mining industry Steuler expands your horizons Gold, gold, gold Donaldson powers up mining filtration with new dust extraction and air solutions For the next generation of mining The industry leader in OTR and LME tyre management ISUZU FX range squares-up for heavy-duty battle Aerial solutions for mining and exploration The value of experience Driving drilling innovation for more than 40 years Leading Australia’s seismic future with eVibe innovation Supporting smarter mining decisions New technology for near surface exploration Precision drilling Australia’s latest rig rebuild PDR05 Driving excellence in exploration and mine site geoscience Innovators in geophysical exploration Innovative high-tech modular plants Bringing home the medal Protoblast – Take control of your blasting process Coral Sea Resort – Real Rewards for Real Work Titanium prospects Building an empire The titanium titan How can investment grow amidst supply chain woes? TechConnect Coal Comfort Turning waste into wealth ASPEC Engineering and the Amrun Project Australia’s specialised electrical experts The creative construction company World-class material handling solutions Cape-ital gains Australasia’s premier geoscience event AusIMM’s parallel conference debut Digitalisation in mining explored Uranium miner looks to produce with ‘invisible mining’ method For the next generation of mining The Australian Mining Review September 2025 Edition

Transmission repairs and replacements made easy

transmission repairs made easu

Perth Truck Transmission Services (PTTS) is at the forefront of the transmission game in Western Australia, known for the rapid turnaround of ZF manual and automated manual transmissions, as well as Mack M Drive, Volvo I-Shift, and Mercedes-Benz units. Its team boasts more than a century of combined experience, backed by a commitment to diagnosing and rectifying transmission issues efficiently and effectively.

PTTS owner-operator Ashley Purcell highlighted the rising demand for Volvo I-Shift and Mack M Drive services.

“In recent years, we have observed a significant increase in the number of Volvo I-Shift and Mack M Drive transmissions requiring overhaul or replacement,” he said. “The large number of Volvo and Mack vehicles sold in the past 10 years now need their transmissions assessed. We have the facility, experience, stocked parts, and manpower, to support customers in a timely and cost-effective manner.”

The company frequently encounters several common transmission issues, including transmissions slipping out of gear, crunching between gears, and noisy operation.

This year, PTTS has seen a record number of units deemed beyond economical repair, necessitating the provision of replacement units.

Purcell emphasised that the culmination of skill and experience has enabled the company to always find components that will operate correctly and without further issues inside a transmission.

“In my opinion, we are the original recycling industry,” he added. “The importance of our geographical location, cannot be overstated as this gives us the ability to maintain a stock of parts and core transmissions, especially when supply lines from transmission-producing European headquarters are stretched.”

Purcell and the PTTS team dedicate their expertise to advising, diagnosing, and delivering the best transmission solutions possible to clients every day.

High-Capacity Transmissions

Western Australian trucks primarily use the highest capacity transmissions available from manufacturers.

According to Purcell, “Our current number one product is the Volvo or Mack ATO 3112D transmission, designed to handle 3,150 Nm of torque. Despite its robust design, PTTS still encounters instances where gear teeth fracture due to the high stresses placed upon the transmission gearing.”

PTTS strives to keep a current range of Mack and Volvo transmissions in stock, operating on an exchange basis. The company serves a diverse clientele, including local transport operators, large mining operators, standalone truck mechanics, workshops, and truck dealerships.

Separately, Mercedes-Benz holds a significant market share in Western Australia’s heavy vehicle sector. PTTS offers overhaul services for the 9, 12, and 16-speed transmissions found in Atego and Actros models.

“We maintain stock of common failure items, such as synchronizers and bearings, ensuring quick sourcing of necessary parts through their trusted supplier network,” said Purcell.

“As an independent business, we don’t face lengthy waits for parts. We will find the right part somewhere. We don’t rest on our laurels; the faster we get the job through the door, the faster we get paid.”

PTTS also deal with OEM suppliers on a daily basis and are able to supply gearshift actuators for ZF, Volvo and Mercedes models.

Perth Truck Transmission Services continues to lead the industry in transmission repairs and replacements across Western Australia. Their commitment to quality workmanship, rapid service, and a comprehensive understanding of various transmission systems ensures that clients receive reliable and efficient solutions tailored to their needs.

For more information or to schedule a transmission assessment, call 0434 936 061, email perthgearbox@gmail.com or visit www.perthtrucktrans.com.au/