The Geographe Blog
Insights and ideas to challenge you to expect more from your mining assets with enhanced performance solutions and parts that go the distance.
THE GEOGRAPHE BLOG
Insights and ideas to challenge you to expect more from your mining assets with Enhanced Performance Parts and Specialised Tooling Solutions, to help your fleet running longer.
Precision Casting at Geographe, Delivering on Quality & Sustainability
At Geographe, our commitment to delivering precision-engineered parts goes hand-in-hand with our focus on sustainable practices. Our foundry leverages advanced technology to process a diverse range...
See how we listen to our clients and solve challenges through innovation and partnership.
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Navigating Around The Need for Cost-Conscious Componentry
In a time where mining companies must balance being cost-conscious with increasing fleet uptime, looking for parts that add value and drive down costs is more important than ever.
Celebrating Continuous Improvement at the Australian Mining Prospect Awards night
The Australian Mining Prospect Awards run by Prime Creative Media have recognised outstanding achievements in Australia's mining sector for over 20 years. The awards program acknowledges the...
Geographe’s Plans for Expansion into the Americas
Geographe has built a reputation as a reliable Australian manufacturer, offering Australian and global mining customers high-quality aftermarket parts and specialised tooling solutions. Known for its...
Working Together to Solve Fleet Challenges, Driving Optimal Efficiency
Are you looking to improve operations with enhanced performing wear parts that not only last longer but contribute towards minimising long-term labour and maintenance costs?
Supporting Mining Customers by Continuously Improving Supply Chain Practices
With changing market conditions and demands, supply chain optimisation is crucial more than ever within the mining industry.
Exploring the Current State of Global Mining Maintenance
Geographe's CEO, Sam Hyder, leads a discussion with industry expert Jerrod Downey from Mining Now, exploring the current state of global mining maintenance and resource sectors. Covering topics such...
Redefining Quality Manufacturing in Heavy Machinery Parts
During an interview with Australian Mining Review, Ryan Hyder, our Innovation Development Project Manager, delves into how Geographe has emerged as a leading supplier of high-quality parts for heavy...
Exploring the Current State of Mining: Insights & Discussion
What factors are shaping the current landscape of the mining, construction, and resources sectors? In this Mining Now episode, filmed at our facility in Perth WA, our CEO Sam Hyder, leads an engaging...
Collaborating with Our Global Customers for Enhanced Mining Operations
In the fast-paced world of mining, operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness are paramount. Through extensive collaboration with Australian and international miners, we can address the unique...
Reduce Wear Caterpillar 992G Loader Parts | Geographe
Improvement Factors of the Geographe Enhanced Performance™ (EP) Solid Kit Pin
Maximise Safety by Eliminating Hot Works for Caterpillar Haul Truck Maintenance
A common challenge within CAT 7-Series Haul Trucks is the seizing of its Standard Rear Strut/Rear Suspension & Sway Bar Pins, making extraction risky and very time-consuming due to the use of hot...
Removing Ball Studs for Caterpillar Haul Trucks | Geographe
Efficiency and safety of heavy machinery maintenance are paramount to every mine site operation. Caterpillar haul trucks often face the challenge of stubborn ball studs in their steering assemblies....
A Solution to Premature Excavator Bushing Failures
Precision and reliability are keystones for operational success in a demanding mining landscape. Every excavation project requires equipment that can withstand rigorous conditions and deliver...
Improving Haul Truck Mining Maintenance with Greaseable Hoist Pins
At Geographe, we understand that the mining industry faces unique challenges, and we're dedicated to providing innovative solutions that turn these challenges into successes. One such challenge...
How To Reduce Your Cost On Mining Maintenance | Geographe
Mining operations, whether in Australia or around the globe, encounter numerous challenges during routine maintenance of their fleet with thermal lancing being a hazardous yet prevalent practice....
The Intricacies of a Mining Innovation Hub
As part of the Crownsmen Partners Australian roadshow, this Mining Now episode was filmed in our Bunbury workshop, in the Southwest of Western Australia, featuring Geographe's Bunbury Operations...
How to Increase Efficiency and Productivity of Your Workshop
In this Mining Now episode, filmed at our facility in Perth, Western Australia, our Kewdale Operations Manager, Shane Attwood, shares insights into the innovative strategies that Geographe applied to...
Improved Pin Handling for CAT 793F Haul Trucks
In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, a leading mining company faced a challenge with the handling of 12kg steel OEM tray sling retaining pins on their Caterpillar 793F haul trucks. Due to the...
Aftermarket Parts' Vital Role in Mining
In this Mining Episode filmed in Perth, Western Australia, viewers will have the opportunity to hear from Geographe's CEO Sam Hyder about the importance of aftermarkets and spare parts in the mining...
Maximize Mine Site Productivity with Geographe
Approached by Western Australian salt producer and global exporter, Dampier in 2010, Geographe was asked to solve the challenge of replacing seized and corroded wheel nuts on its Caterpillar fleet...
Eliminating High-Risk Hot Works
Geographe has always been an innovator, passionate about the evolution and progression of a product.
Australian Mining Prospect Awards 2023 | Geographe
The Australian Mining Prospect Awards run by Prime Creative Media have been recognising outstanding achievements in Australia's mining sector for 20 years. This esteemed national awards program...
Embracing Innovation & Collaboration to Transform the Future
Embrace the future of mining at Austmine's highly anticipated Mining Innovation Roadshow, taking place in Perth on Friday, 1st September 2023. This event provides a valuable platform for the METS and...
Maintenance Solutions for MRO Teams | Geographe
Efficient mining equipment maintenance is vital for smooth operations and maximum productivity. At Geographe, we understand the unique challenges faced by MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Operations)...
The Hazards of Thermal Lancing in the Mining Industry
Thermal lancing is a widely used technique in steel, construction, and mining operations to remove worn or seized components in earthmoving equipment. However, this practice comes with inherent risks...
Enhanced Performance Parts Redefining Mine Operations
Geographe Enhanced Performance (EP) Parts for Heavy Mining Equipment OEM fleets have a history of saving miners and off-site repairers from significant impacts on reliability, safety, and operations,...
Install and Remove Colleted Pin Assemblies | Geographe
As part of Geographe’s Specialised Tooling range, Geographe has developed the Colleted Pin Assembly (CPA) Tooling Kit to support the installation & removal of Geographe’s Colleted Pin Assemblies,...
How to Apply for an Apprenticeship at Geographe
Apprenticeships are an excellent way for individuals to gain practical, hands-on experience and develop their skills in a real-world setting. Geographe is proud to offer apprenticeship opportunities...
Assisting Woodside with Additive Manufacturing
Geographe & voestalpine have undertaken work for Woodside Energy to find an innovative 3D printing solution for the replacement of stainless steel inducers on Woodside’s floating production storage...
Leveraging SAP S/4HANA for Operational Excellence in Mining
With a growing legacy of serving mining companies globally, we deliver engineered Enhanced Performance (EP) Parts and Specialised Tooling solutions for OEM fleets. Our commitment to refining each...
3 Telltale Checks to Make for Signs of Industrial Gearbox Failure
In the hustle and bustle of a fixed plant environment where all senses are fully impacted by humming and crushing machinery you could be well and truly forgiven for not noticing variations in your...
Be abreast of Performance Enhancement Engineering in Mining Parts
Working Together to Solve Fleet Challenges, Driving Optimal Efficiency
Are you looking to improve operations with enhanced performing wear parts that not only last longer but contribute towards minimising long-term labour and maintenance costs?
Supporting Mining Customers by Continuously Improving Supply Chain Practices
With changing market conditions and demands, supply chain optimisation is crucial more than ever within the mining industry.
Exploring the Current State of Global Mining Maintenance
Geographe's CEO, Sam Hyder, leads a discussion with industry expert Jerrod Downey from Mining Now, exploring the current state of global mining maintenance and resource sectors. Covering topics such...
Redefining Quality Manufacturing in Heavy Machinery Parts
During an interview with Australian Mining Review, Ryan Hyder, our Innovation Development Project Manager, delves into how Geographe has emerged as a leading supplier of high-quality parts for heavy...
Exploring the Current State of Mining: Insights & Discussion
What factors are shaping the current landscape of the mining, construction, and resources sectors? In this Mining Now episode, filmed at our facility in Perth WA, our CEO Sam Hyder, leads an engaging...
Collaborating with Our Global Customers for Enhanced Mining Operations
In the fast-paced world of mining, operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness are paramount. Through extensive collaboration with Australian and international miners, we can address the unique...
Reduce Wear Caterpillar 992G Loader Parts | Geographe
Improvement Factors of the Geographe Enhanced Performance™ (EP) Solid Kit Pin
Maximise Safety by Eliminating Hot Works for Caterpillar Haul Truck Maintenance
A common challenge within CAT 7-Series Haul Trucks is the seizing of its Standard Rear Strut/Rear Suspension & Sway Bar Pins, making extraction risky and very time-consuming due to the use of hot...
Removing Ball Studs for Caterpillar Haul Trucks | Geographe
Efficiency and safety of heavy machinery maintenance are paramount to every mine site operation. Caterpillar haul trucks often face the challenge of stubborn ball studs in their steering assemblies....
A Solution to Premature Excavator Bushing Failures
Precision and reliability are keystones for operational success in a demanding mining landscape. Every excavation project requires equipment that can withstand rigorous conditions and deliver...
Improving Haul Truck Mining Maintenance with Greaseable Hoist Pins
At Geographe, we understand that the mining industry faces unique challenges, and we're dedicated to providing innovative solutions that turn these challenges into successes. One such challenge...
How To Reduce Your Cost On Mining Maintenance | Geographe
Mining operations, whether in Australia or around the globe, encounter numerous challenges during routine maintenance of their fleet with thermal lancing being a hazardous yet prevalent practice....
The Intricacies of a Mining Innovation Hub
As part of the Crownsmen Partners Australian roadshow, this Mining Now episode was filmed in our Bunbury workshop, in the Southwest of Western Australia, featuring Geographe's Bunbury Operations...
How to Increase Efficiency and Productivity of Your Workshop
In this Mining Now episode, filmed at our facility in Perth, Western Australia, our Kewdale Operations Manager, Shane Attwood, shares insights into the innovative strategies that Geographe applied to...
Improved Pin Handling for CAT 793F Haul Trucks
In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, a leading mining company faced a challenge with the handling of 12kg steel OEM tray sling retaining pins on their Caterpillar 793F haul trucks. Due to the...
Aftermarket Parts' Vital Role in Mining
In this Mining Episode filmed in Perth, Western Australia, viewers will have the opportunity to hear from Geographe's CEO Sam Hyder about the importance of aftermarkets and spare parts in the mining...
Maximize Mine Site Productivity with Geographe
Approached by Western Australian salt producer and global exporter, Dampier in 2010, Geographe was asked to solve the challenge of replacing seized and corroded wheel nuts on its Caterpillar fleet...
Eliminating High-Risk Hot Works
Geographe has always been an innovator, passionate about the evolution and progression of a product.
Australian Mining Prospect Awards 2023 | Geographe
The Australian Mining Prospect Awards run by Prime Creative Media have been recognising outstanding achievements in Australia's mining sector for 20 years. This esteemed national awards program...
Embracing Innovation & Collaboration to Transform the Future
Embrace the future of mining at Austmine's highly anticipated Mining Innovation Roadshow, taking place in Perth on Friday, 1st September 2023. This event provides a valuable platform for the METS and...
Maintenance Solutions for MRO Teams | Geographe
Efficient mining equipment maintenance is vital for smooth operations and maximum productivity. At Geographe, we understand the unique challenges faced by MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Operations)...
The Hazards of Thermal Lancing in the Mining Industry
Thermal lancing is a widely used technique in steel, construction, and mining operations to remove worn or seized components in earthmoving equipment. However, this practice comes with inherent risks...
Enhanced Performance Parts Redefining Mine Operations
Geographe Enhanced Performance (EP) Parts for Heavy Mining Equipment OEM fleets have a history of saving miners and off-site repairers from significant impacts on reliability, safety, and operations,...
Install and Remove Colleted Pin Assemblies | Geographe
As part of Geographe’s Specialised Tooling range, Geographe has developed the Colleted Pin Assembly (CPA) Tooling Kit to support the installation & removal of Geographe’s Colleted Pin Assemblies,...
How to Apply for an Apprenticeship at Geographe
Apprenticeships are an excellent way for individuals to gain practical, hands-on experience and develop their skills in a real-world setting. Geographe is proud to offer apprenticeship opportunities...
Assisting Woodside with Additive Manufacturing
Geographe & voestalpine have undertaken work for Woodside Energy to find an innovative 3D printing solution for the replacement of stainless steel inducers on Woodside’s floating production storage...
Leveraging SAP S/4HANA for Operational Excellence in Mining
With a growing legacy of serving mining companies globally, we deliver engineered Enhanced Performance (EP) Parts and Specialised Tooling solutions for OEM fleets. Our commitment to refining each...
3 Telltale Checks to Make for Signs of Industrial Gearbox Failure
In the hustle and bustle of a fixed plant environment where all senses are fully impacted by humming and crushing machinery you could be well and truly forgiven for not noticing variations in your...