As one of the largest authorised Cat equipment dealers in the world, WesTrac provides customers with a wide range of machinery and construction equipment as well as comprehensive whole-of-life management solutions designed to make owning and operating equipment as easy, profitable and safe as possible.
Digging Deeper with WesTrac is a podcast series we created for our customers to enjoy when they get a break from work.
Digging Deeper with WesTrac: Episode 12 - On-site hose solution sets Glencore up for the future
In the 12th episode of Digging Deeper, we chat to Bulga Coal Planning Superintendent Joshua Deaves about the installation of one of the biggest Cat Hose Solutions in the world at Glencore's Bulga mine site. We dig deep to understand why Glencore needed a solution like this, what makes it unique, and what benefits it offers.
4 Dec 2024
Digging Deeper With WesTrac: Episode 11 - Alkane Resources invests in innovative loaders
WesTrac's guests discuss Alkane Resources' innovative loaders, highlighting exceptional fuel efficiency and sustainability benefits for operations and working environments.
In the 10th episode of Digging Deeper, we chat to various people involved in Thiess setting an Australian autonomous drilling record, having recently drilled over one million metres. Thiess has grown a reputation for its leadership in autonomy adoption to drive sustainable change and this is at the crux of this podcast episode.
10 Dec 2023
Digging Deeper With WesTrac: Episode 9 - Road to rehabilitation for rare diamond mine
In the heart of the East Kimberley, at a Rio Tinto mine site globally renowned for producing extremely rare diamonds, a major rehabilitation program is underway. Local contractor MDM Mining and Civil (MDM), a 100 per cent indigenous owned and operated business, is part of that program. The ninth episode of Digging Deeper features our first special guest - Director of MDM Mika McLennon - who talks to us about the program and why he has a very special connection to the project. We also chat to WesTrac General Manager Construction (WA) Cameron Callaway.
6 Dec 2023
Digging Deeper With WesTrac: Episode 8 - Electrification redefines mining of the future
As the world looks to meet carbon reduction targets and sustainability goals, mining companies are turning to electrification as a tool to drive down emissions. In the eighth episode of Digging Deeper, WesTrac WA Mining Business Manager Matthew Spaapen explains how WesTrac is at the forefront of this electric wave.
24 Aug 2022
Safety in Construction: Part 1/3 - People, process and the factors contributing to risk
This podcast series was created from a WesTrac webinar called 'Safety in Construction'. In this podcast series, Daracon Group Divisional Manager of Plant and Transport Corey Hay joins an expert WesTrac and Caterpillar panel to explore some of the ways in which people, process and technology are coming together to realise continuous improvement in safety performance.
24 Aug 2022
Safety in Construction: Part 3/3 - How can safety processes and technology be scaled
This podcast series was created from a WesTrac webinar called 'Safety in Construction'. In this podcast series, Daracon Group Divisional Manager of Plant and Transport Corey Hay joins an expert WesTrac and Caterpillar panel to explore some of the ways in which people, process and technology are coming together to realise continuous improvement in safety performance.
24 Aug 2022
Safety in Construction: Part 2/3 - The role of analytics and data in improving safety performance
This podcast series was created from a WesTrac webinar called 'Safety in Construction'. In this podcast series, Daracon Group Divisional Manager of Plant and Transport Corey Hay joins an expert WesTrac and Caterpillar panel to explore some of the ways in which people, process and technology are coming together to realise continuous improvement in safety performance.
29 Jul 2022
Realising ROI from Technology: Part 4/4 - Bringing People, Process and Technology Together
This podcast series was created from a WesTrac webinar called 'Realising ROI From Technology'. In this podcast series, Corps Group co-owner and director Dayne Corps joins an expert WesTrac panel to discuss some of the more recent innovations that are being rolled out in the equipment industry, as well as some of the ways in which these technologies can provide operators with a return on investment.
29 Jul 2022
Realising ROI from Technology: Part 1/4 - The Evolution of Technology in Mining
This podcast series was created from a WesTrac webinar called 'Realising ROI From Technology'. In this podcast series, Corps Group co-owner and director Dayne Corps joins an expert WesTrac panel to discuss some of the more recent innovations that are being rolled out in the equipment industry, as well as some of the ways in which these technologies can provide operators with a return on investment.
29 Jul 2022
Realising ROI from Technology: Part 3/4 - The Power of People and Process
This podcast series was created from a WesTrac webinar called 'Realising ROI From Technology'. In this podcast series, Corps Group co-owner and director Dayne Corps joins an expert WesTrac panel to discuss some of the more recent innovations that are being rolled out in the equipment industry, as well as some of the ways in which these technologies can provide operators with a return on investment.
29 Jul 2022
Realising ROI from Technology: Part 2/4 - Drivers for the Adoption of Technology & Power of Data
This podcast series was created from a WesTrac webinar called 'Realising ROI From Technology'. In this podcast series, Corps Group co-owner and director Dayne Corps joins an expert WesTrac panel to discuss some of the more recent innovations that are being rolled out in the equipment industry, as well as some of the ways in which these technologies can provide operators with a return on investment.
22 Feb 2022
Digging Deeper with WesTrac: Episode 7 - Fluid sampling: A great predictive maintenance option
Just as you can tell a lot about a person by analysing a blood sample, you can understand what’s happening inside your machine with fluid sampling. In the seventh episode of Digging Deeper, WesTrac WA Product Support and Sales Representative Sarndra Feast explains why fluid sampling is all about identifying potential issues before they become serious and how regular testing will help you optimise performance.
8 Feb 2022
Digging Deeper with WesTrac: Episode 3 - How do you manage risk on today's construction sites
In the third episode of Digging Deeper, WesTrac WA General Manager of Risk, Safety and Security Kevin Buckley talks about the ways in which technology, people, systems and processes can work together to enhance safety performance in the construction industry.
8 Feb 2022
Digging Deeper with WesTrac: Episode 2 - Survey reveals opportunity for improving asset management
In the second episode of Digging Deeper, WesTrac NSW Asset Strategy Manager DEAN CRUICKSHANKS delves into the latest equipment management survey, which is designed to help WesTrac understand how customers manage and maintain equipment, then provide information and solutions to help customers overcome challenges and improve their productivity and efficiency.
8 Feb 2022
Digging Deeper with WesTrac: Episode 5 - Realising the benefits of maintaining a FitFleet® CVA
In the fifth episode of Digging Deeper, WesTrac WA Group Manager Client Solutions Chelsea Gray discusses the benefits of maintaining an ongoing service agreement to stay on top of machine health and maintenance. WesTrac refers to these agreements as FitFleet® Customer Value Agreements (CVAs) and there are four different types - one suitable for each customer.
30 Jan 2022
Digging Deeper with WesTrac: Episode 4 - How technology is driving better safety performance
How has technological innovation helped to improve safety when it comes to the construction and mining sectors? In the fourth episode of Digging Deeper, WesTrac NSW Technology and Solutions Manager Nakia Brewer explains how technology is driving better safety outcomes for construction and mining operations.
30 Jan 2022
Digging Deeper with WesTrac: Episode 6 - Cat Next Gen Wheel Loaders
The next generation of Cat Wheel Loaders have been built to drive down cost p/h, raise the bar on performance, improve fuel efficiency and help you hit big, bold production and cost targets. In the seventh episode of Digging Deeper, WesTrac WA Construction Product Manager Mark Turkington discusses the new range of Cat Next Gen Wheel Loaders.
13 Aug 2021
Digging Deeper with WesTrac: Episode 1 - Minimising risk on mine sites by reducing false alarms
WesTrac’s Terrain Dynamic Avoidance Zones (TDAZ) technology is a solution that’s been developed in close consultation with customers to reduce risks to machine operators at coal and other bulk material handling plants. In the first episode of Digging Deeper, WesTrac Customer Solutions Specialist Rodney Mudford explains everything you need to know about TDAZ.
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