Metso says it is strengthening its presence and commitment to local customer service by expanding its rubber and Poly-Met™ wear parts production capability in Australia.
The company is installing a mega-class press at its Canning Vale production facility in Western Australia. The press is specifically designed to produce large Megaliner™ mill liners and will be operational in the December quarter of this year.
With this commitment to more local customer service, Metso’s presence is strengthened as the only mill liner manufacturer in Australia, it says.
Australia is one of Metso’s key markets with a solid market position and strong mill installed base. Metso is dedicated to ongoing investment of its local services and operations, enabling more personalised support and greater efficiency for its customers, it added. By manufacturing critical wear parts closer to customers, Metso not only improves efficiency but also contributes to a more sustainable mining industry.
Stuart Sneyd, President, Asia Pacific, Metso, said: “Our customers have already responded very positively to the advantages of local support with our Karratha service centre, which was opened in 2024. With the addition of the mega-class press in Canning Vale, we’re reinforcing our commitment to being closer to our customers and delivering state-of-the-art services. This expanded mill liner production capability will enhance our customer service by reducing lead times, enabling quicker deliveries and improving support for customers’ rubber wear parts. Additionally, this initiative contributes to lower CO₂ emissions in logistics, supporting Metso’s sustainability targets.”
