Our Mission
Making quality products for the safety and health of Australian workers.
Our Vision
To set the industry standard by creating safer working environments across multiple sectors, delivering superior Australian-made solutions that lead the way in technological innovation.
We are dedicated to delivering products and solutions that not only meet but exceed industry standards. Every project we undertake is approached with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that our engineering solutions are of the highest quality.
Uncompromising Quality
We believe in constant evolution. Our commitment to continuous improvement drives us to seek out new technologies and methodologies that enhance our products and services, keeping us at the forefront of industry advancements.
Innovation-driven
Growth
We place our clients at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that our delivery process is transparent, timely, and tailored to their specific needs.
Customer-centric
Approach
We understand the importance of timelines in our industry. Our commitment to reliable delivery means that we not only meet deadlines but do so with efficiency and without compromising on quality.
Reliable
Delivery
We take pride in our locally-made products, ensuring that every piece is engineered with precision and care, reflecting the superior standards of Australian engineering.
Australian-made
Craftsmanship
As we grow, we are committed to doing so sustainably. We continuously improve not only our products but also our processes, ensuring that we reduce our environmental footprint while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
Sustainable
Progress
Sustainable
Progress
About Us
Particular Engineering specialises in the development and manufacturing of cutting-edge products designed to mitigate particle hazards across a range of industries, including mining, construction, and material handling. Our commitment to occupational health drives us to lead the way in dust control and particulate mitigation solutions, ensuring more productive, safer, cleaner working environments for all.
Evolving from the engineering division of PM10 Laboratory and Engineering, Particular Engineering was established as an independent entity to continue the pioneering work initiated by Dr. Brian Plush. While we maintain a close, symbiotic relationship with PM10 Laboratory, we now operate with our own identity, building on the innovative foundation laid by our predecessor.
Understanding PM10 and its Impacts
PM10 refers to particulate matter that is 10 micrometers or smaller in diameter
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Present in dust produced by mining operations.
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Easily inhaled due to their small size
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Bypass the body's natural defenses and enter the lungs.
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Long-term exposure can cause serious health risks such as lung disease, silicosis, and cancer.
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Engineering operations can generate significant amounts of particulate matter, including PM10 and respirable silica dust.
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Pose health risks if not properly controlled.
At Particular Engineering, we focus on implementing scientifically proven dust mitigation systems that seamlessly integrate with existing mining infrastructure.
Our engineering solutions are designed to:
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Protect workers.
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Reduce environmental impact.
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Maintain operational efficiency.
Our Goal
Particular Engineering (previously PM10 Engineering) specialises in developing innovative solutions to mitigate dust and particulate hazards in mining environments. Our goal is to ensure safe working conditions by minimising exposure to respirable dust, including PM10 and silica particles, through effective engineering controls and continuous monitoring.
Particular Engineering understands the challenges faced by industry, including sustainability and cost management. Our dust control systems are engineered for longevity, with low maintenance and operational costs, reducing the need for frequent interventions and conserving resources.
Hierarchy of Hazard Controls
Isolate people from the hazard
Physically remove the hazard
Replace the hazard
Change the way people work
Protect the worker with Personal Protective Equipment
Our Solutions
We offer a comprehensive range of dust control systems tailored to meet the specific needs of the mining industry. These include:
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Dust mitigation: Targeting the airbourne hazards with a wide range of engineering solutions we remove the smallest of hazardous particles from the air.
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Enclosed Conveyors: Reducing airborne
dust from material handling processes.
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Ventilation Systems: Improving air quality through advanced ventilation techniques, ensuring dust is captured and removed from work areas.
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Dust Monitoring and Control Technology: Real-time monitoring solutions to detect and control dust levels before they reach hazardous concentrations.
Our Team
As a veteran-owned Australian engineering firm, our team combines decades of experience in engineering controls, occupational health, and compliance. We approach every problem with evidence-based rigor and a conservative, audit-ready mindset – focusing on respirable dust, silica, and even explosive dust hazards without overstatement.
Request a site audit! Get an expert assessment of your site’s dust control measures and a detailed report with practical, compliance-focused recommendations.
Leadership Team
Dominic Foley
Managing Director
Dominic Foley leads Particular Engineering as Managing Director, drawing on both technical expertise and military discipline as a veteran business owner. He co-founded the firm to continue the pioneering dust mitigation work initiated with Dr. Brian Plush, and he ensures that every solution is backed by data and real-world testing. Dominic’s leadership emphasizes an evidence-based engineering approach and Australian-made quality. He insists on conservative, audit-ready solutions – no inflated promises – so that clients can trust that each engineering control will perform reliably and meet strict compliance standards.
Stephanie Foley
Director and CFO
Stephanie Foley oversees Particular Engineering’s financial strategy and business governance. As Director and Chief Financial Officer, she brings 20+ years of professional bookkeeping and business management experience (including running her own accounting practice) to ensure the company’s growth is sustainable and audit-ready. Stephanie’s detail-oriented, data-driven approach to finance helps maintain transparency and accountability in all operations. She works closely with the engineering team to align resources with the company’s Australian-made quality focus – investing in local materials and compliance initiatives that strengthen our products. Stephanie’s conservative financial oversight and insistence on proper processes underpin client confidence, allowing the technical team to innovate within a framework that meets regulatory and reporting standards.
Aaron Huber
General Manager and Lead Designer
Aaron Huber is responsible for day-to-day operations and the design of custom engineering controls. As General Manager and Lead Designer, he bridges client needs with practical engineering, overseeing the development of Australian-made dust mitigation equipment. Aaron leverages his background in mechanical design and project management to ensure every system is crafted to specification and rigorously tested. He champions an evidence-based design process – using data from prototypes and field trials – to validate that each dust control solution performs effectively under real conditions. Aaron’s steady, methodical approach means projects stay on track and compliant with safety standards from concept through installation.
Scientific Advisory
Dr Brian Plush
Scientific Advisor
Dr. Brian Plush is a particulate matter scientist with 35+ years in mining and occupational dust control. Formerly an underground miner turned consultant, he earned a PhD in Mining Engineering and has become a leading innovator in respirable dust mitigation. Dr. Plush holds multiple international patents for dust suppression equipment and testing methodologies, reflecting his evidence-based approach to solving dust and silica hazards. As Managing Director of PM10 Laboratories (a partner entity), he pioneered the quantification of engineering control efficiency and influenced industry standards through research and federal inquiries. In his advisory role, Dr. Plush provides our team with cutting-edge insights and scientifically validated methods to remove dust at the source. His guidance ensures that our engineering controls are grounded in hard data and proven results – enhancing worker safety and helping clients exceed regulatory requirements without exaggeration.
Dr Nikky LaBranche
Scientific Advisor
Dr. Nikky LaBranche is an occupational health researcher and mining engineer with nearly two decades of experience in mine safety and respiratory health. She leads the Dust and Respiratory Health Program at The University of Queensland’s Sustainable Minerals Institute, managing a $3.6 million portfolio of applied research into respirable dust exposure and control technologies. Dr. LaBranche’s work has advanced industry understanding of silica dust characteristics and effective mitigation – using techniques like scanning electron microscopy to identify hazardous particles and evaluate suppression methods. An AusIMM Fellow recognized with national awards for health and safety innovation, she brings authoritative expertise to our team. In her advisory role, Dr. LaBranche ensures that our engineering controls reflect the latest scientific findings and best practices in preventing occupational lung disease. Her evidence-backed guidance helps us design systems that truly protect workers, supporting our mission to create safer, healthier and compliant workplaces.
Dr Jon Roberts
Scientific Advisor
Dr. Jon Roberts is a mechanical engineer and academic specialist in bulk materials handling and dust suppression. He serves as a Lecturer at the University of Wollongong, where his teaching and research focus on simulation methods for dust control and improving industrial ventilation systems. Dr. Roberts completed a PhD developing new approaches to reduce airborne dust in mining and has collaborated with industry through the Bulk Materials Engineering Australia group. He brings a rigorous, evidence-based perspective to our advisory board – using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and other advanced modeling to predict how dust particles behave and how to capture them effectively. Dr. Roberts’ blend of academic insight and practical problem-solving helps ensure our custom solutions are scientifically sound and optimized for real-world conditions. By advising on the latest dust mitigation research, he enables us to implement controls that are not only innovative but also measurable in their performance.
Engineering and Operations
Cameron Lloyd
Design Engineer
Cameron Lloyd is a mechanical engineer specializing in the design of dust and fume control systems. As a Design Engineer, he transforms complex safety requirements into manufacturable solutions – from 3D CAD models to on-site prototypes. Cameron’s fresh perspective and technical training ensure our designs remain innovative yet evidence-based, using the latest engineering tools to simulate performance before anything is built. He collaborates with our scientific advisors to incorporate proven dust mitigation methods into each project. Focused on precision and Australian-made craftsmanship, Cameron helps deliver custom equipment that fits seamlessly into client operations and stands up to both hazards and audits. His attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement make him an integral part of developing safer, cleaner workplaces.
Daniel Webster
Prefabrication Factory Supervisor
Daniel Webster heads our prefabrication facility, coordinating the build of dust control equipment with a focus on precision and quality. A seasoned supervisor with extensive hands-on experience in industrial manufacturing (spanning roles well beyond what’s listed on LinkedIn – to be confirmed), Daniel ensures that each component is fabricated to exact specifications and stringent standards. He enforces systematic, evidence-based production processes at our Somersby factory – from material preparation and welding to final QA checks – so that the end products align with the engineering designs and safety requirements. Daniel’s leadership on the workshop floor guarantees that our Australian-made assemblies are delivered on time and ready for straightforward installation. Under his supervision, the prefabrication team consistently produces reliable, compliant parts that will effectively mitigate dust and silica hazards once deployed.
Brendon Rawnsley
Fabrication Supervisor
Brendon Rawnsley has over 20 years’ experience as a metal fabricator and project supervisor. As our Fabrication Supervisor, he oversees the welding, assembly, and finishing of all custom-engineered dust control systems. Brendon’s deep industry knowledge—spanning mining, construction, and heavy fabrication—gives him a full perspective from workshop floor to site completion. He rigorously upholds tried-and-tested fabrication processes and quality checks, ensuring that each unit meets design specifications and relevant Australian standards. Known for his practical leadership and attention to detail, Brendon ensures that every product leaving our workshop is built to last and performs safely under real-world conditions. His commitment to safety and quality means clients receive equipment that not only fits but functions reliably to reduce dust and explosive hazard risks.
