Scott Technology making waves in Australian Mining sector

MEDIA ADVISORY
22 March 2022

SCOTT TECHNOLOGY MAKING WAVES IN AUSTRALIAN
MINING SECTOR
The first quarter of this year is shaping up to be a busy one for Scott Mining, the mining division of
automation and robotics solutions provider, Scott Technology Limited (NZX: SCT), as the business
continues making waves in the Australian mining sector.
This month marks two years since Rio Tinto awarded Scott Technology a multimillion-dollar contract
to design and build an automated mine laboratory for their Gudai Darri iron ore project in the
Pilbara, Western Australia.
Once completed and in production, the Gudai Darri laboratory will be the safest, most productive,
highest quality iron ore facility in the world. The project highlights Scott’s evolution in the mining
sector from a world leading supplier of sample preparation equipment to a complete end-to-end
automation and analysis solution provider.
While the Rio Tinto project continues to track positively, the Scott mining team is deeply embedded
in the ramp-up and commercialisation of another large and complex automated laboratory system in
West Australia for mining services provider, MinAnalytical.
The project has moved into the operational phase which now sees the Scott team providing ongoing
support and service to MinAnalytical, who were recently acquired by global mining services
company ALS.
John Kippenberger, Scott Technology CEO, says the company’s commitment to the mining industry is
second to none and projects such as Gudai Darri and ALS-MinAnalytical demonstrate Scott’s
competency in this sector.
“We’re delighted to continue partnering with such respected organisations to deliver successful
automation projects in the mining sector. This gives us a platform to further grow the mining arm of
the Scott business, evolving our global strategy to design and build the latest in sample preparation
equipment to serve the growing needs of our customers, markets and industry trends,” says
Kippenberger.
To support the significant growth ambitions in Scott’s mining strategy and the development of this
area of the business, Scott has appointed Ian Enright as the company’s Global Director of Scott
Mining.
Enright is based out of Perth, Australia, and will take the lead on new business, looking at
opportunities across various geographic markets and metal industries that fit Scott Technology, as
well as meeting the technology needs of customers as they adjust to a low carbon future.
“While acknowledging that COVID-19’s impact on the global business environment has been
disruptive, particularly when moving people and technology across borders, it is motivating to see
how Scott Technology has moved with positive momentum throughout this period to support their
customers. I’m looking forward to growing our business across the mining industry and having the
right structure and investment in place to support the changing needs of our customers .

“As we continue our growth in automation and systems, we will maintain the development and
evolution of premium products such as Rocklabs, while also developing products in other areas to
expand our exposure and impact in the mining industry,” says Enright.

Prior to joining Scott Technology, Enright held senior positions in several large industrial companies
including Thyssenkrupp, Worley and BOC / Linde Group, and operated from several locations around
the world. His primary focus over recent years has been on the Miningand Metals industries, with
substantial experience engaging executives across business cultures and geographies; including
America, Asia, Africa, Europe, United Kingdom and Australia.

Encouraged by Enright’s experience and leadership, Kippenberger is excited to have Enright join the
company and looks forward to working with him to support Scott Technology’s mining customers on
their Digital and Automation journey.

“Enright’s experience lies in truly understanding customer issues and developing insights to deliver a
focused and strong strategy. We’re confident that he will be instrumental for driving key projects in
our mining business and furthering our promising forward work plan for 2022 and beyond,” says
Kippenberger.

With new leadership and several significant projects both on the horizon and nearing successful
completion, Scott Mining is ideally positioned for growth in Australia.
ENDS
For more information, visit www.scottautomation.com or contact:
John Kippenberger Media and contact:
Chief Executive Officer, Scott Technology Hinemoana Douglas
T: +64 21 964 045 T: +64 21 130 0719
E: j.kippenberger@scottautomation.com E: hinemoanad@porternovelli.kiwi


About Scott
Scott delivers smart automation and robotic solutions that transform industries by making businesses
safer, more productive and more efficient. Our diverse capability makes us the first choice for
hundreds of the world’s leading brands. With design and build operations across Australasia, China,
Europe and America and over 100 years of engineering excellence, Scott is the global expert in
automation.
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