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Simon Sonnekus

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REMARKABLE RESERVES
Africa harbours the world’s largest mineral reserves of platinum, gold, diamonds, chromite, manganese and vanadium

Legal frameworks key to mining growth in West Africa

29th April 2016

Revised tax rules and regulations have allowed for greater competition for foreign direct investment and pressure from major donors in the West Africa mining sector, according to Pan-African... 


CUSTOM GENSETS
Custom generator options offer creative solutions, complemented with aftermarket service

Generators withstand tough conditions

22nd April 2016

Electrical equipment supplier and manufacturer Zest WEG Group has added adequate filtration on the inlet- and combustion-air side of its diesel generators to ensure that they can withstand harsh... 


Energy storage possible standby for grid failure

22nd April 2016

While energy storage may seem like a viable option for standby power initiatives during grid failure, several issues first need to resolved for it to be implemented, South African National Energy... 


RELIABLE BACK UP POWER
The QSK95 can facilitate a facility’s full load in less than ten seconds

High-horsepower generator introduced onto market

22nd April 2016

Multinational power generation equipment manufacturer Cummins introduced its QSK95 generator set to the African market at the Power and Electricity World Africa Exhibition, held at the Sandton... 


AFRICAN ENERGY AWARDS
Both Nicole Barwise and Vuselela Energy were awarded the R300 000 innovation prize

Innovative power generation projects share award

15th April 2016

To encourage the innovation of a system that generates and transmits power independently, this year’s African Energy Awards, held in Sandton, Gauteng, last month, awarded the innovation prize to a... 


Power factor correction to help lessen load

15th April 2016

The rise in electricity costs and the drop in commodity prices have led businesses across the industrial and commercial spectrum to look at how their electrical equipment converts electric current... 


Current trends shift company’s focus to IPPs

15th April 2016

Current market conditions and trends within the power sector have enabled heat exchanger supplier Kelvion to focus on supplying replacement heat exchange equipment and maintenance products within... 


CHOSE CHOEU
Eskom and other power providers across the continent should also increase efforts to decentralise electrification solutions

Redistribution key for Africa’s power future

15th April 2016

The codevelopment and equal distribution of power between countries in Africa, along with focused research and development strategies around redistribution will provide more Africans with... 


MINING MALI The remote location of the gold mine in Mali has led to the cooling systems being designed with minimum maintenance and easy operation in mind

Mali gold mine to use SA cooling solution

1st April 2016

Mine ventilation, refrigeration and air-cooling installations provider BBE projects has secured a $16-million order for two mine cooling systems at a deep-level gold mine, in Mali. “The addition... 


DECLAN VOGT
Mines and mining corporations have shifted their focus to improving production efficiency and maintaining steady productivity to prevent capital expenditure amid the commodities slump by means of using machinary

Mine mechanisation gains traction

1st April 2016

More South African mining companies are shifting from using conventional labour forces to mechanising their deep-level operations, as they are exposed to increased seismic stress and the subsequent... 


DIGITAL MINING TECH 
Hatch Goba has highlighted an increase in mechanised mining and the subsequent need for such solutions

Shaft solutions to address commodities crunch

1st April 2016

Some of the most exciting opportunities are in deep-level mining, says Hatch Goba associate and Africa, Europe and the Middle East mining director Kevin Seyfried. The scarcity of capital, lower... 


SIMON TRESTON
The new SENFLOC range of products is suited to the market as it has a unique property in uncurling to reach maximum expansion

Locally produced flocculants provide cost-effective solutions

25th March 2016

With increasing productivity and water availability being the biggest challenges for sugar and ethanol plants, chemicals group AECI’s wholly owned water, energy and air solutions subsidiary... 


RAIN NEEDED
Since November 2014 to date, producers have noted an average decrease of about 60% of the required rainfall

Expected decline in sugar cane crop

25th March 2016

The drought in the eastern part of South Africa will lead to a projected decline in sugar production of 500 000 t, says South African Sugar Association (Sasa) executive director Trix Trikam. “The... 


CORRISION CONTROL
Kansai Plascon supplies anticorrosion solutions to sugar millers and refiners across Southern Africa countries

Corrosion cures for sugar cane industry

25th March 2016

Coatings manufacturer Kansai Plascon has reaffirmed its position in the sugar industry by providing holistic coating solutions that will prolong inevitable corrosion at sugar mills and refineries... 


DETREMENTAL DROUGHT
The end of the current drought will ensure crop production is restored fully

Drought, low oil price weighing down ethanol industry

25th March 2016

The ethanol industry in South Africa remains lacklustre, owing to various issues, including low Brent crude oil prices, the persisting drought in the sugar cane-producing regions and the lack of... 


TAILORED DRIVES
SEW Eurodrive has reaffirmed its focus to tailoring its motor and gearing options for sugar producers

Drives provide maximum capacity for mills

25th March 2016

The South Africa branch of German engineering company SEW Eurodrive is focused on producing energy efficient drives that can maximise the load and capacity of mills and refiners in the sugar... 


STOCK IS DEAD MONEY The new machine will enable Joest Kwatani to reduce its stockholding as it will be able to produce screening panels as and when needed

Supplier boosting productivity with new casting machine

11th March 2016

Screening and vibrating equipment supplier Aury Africa intends to boost its productivity this year with the acquisition of a new polyurethane casting machine. The multimillion-rand machine will... 


AUDREY NDLOVU Umzamo Analytical Services has become synonymous with providing uncompromised, accurate, analytical results

Surge enables analytics company to go on Africa offensive

11th March 2016

The 400% growth rate of Witbank-based coal analysis company Umzamo Analytical Services (UAS) last year has prompted the company to broaden its reach into Africa despite the current challenging... 


ANDRE BOJE The market points to the fact that it is not conducive to open greenfield projects to produce thermal coal for the international or regional market

New CEO holds stock in coal

11th March 2016

Coal is the future of power generation worldwide, emphasises Australian exploration company Minergy’s newly appointed CEO Andre Bojé. “Coal remains the cheaper option . . . and I believe that... 


HEINE VAN NIEKERK Delta Mining Consolidated will be able to supply State-owned power utility Eskom's Matla, Kriel, Kusile and Kendal plants with in spec coal

Company renames asset, invests in renewables

11th March 2016

Sandton-based coal mining company Delta Mining Consolidated (DMC) has renamed its flagship Rietkuil coal asset, near Delmas, in Mpumalanga, the Nsele coal project after the re-evaluation of the... 


BUILT FOR TONNAGE Joes Kwatani MD Kim Schoepflin and CEO Derrick Alston

Coal production remains lucrative for South Africa

11th March 2016

Coal industry role-players remain confident that the commodity will continue to play a crucial role in energy production in South Africa and worldwide amid and despite the depressed coal market,... 


INSTANT ENERGY
Two variants of the Tesla Powerwall system have been launch globally, the 7 kWh and 10 kWh variant, but currently only the 7 kWh Powerwall is available in Africa

Energy storage system to be launched at conference

4th March 2016

American automotive and energy storage company Tesla’s highly anticipated Powerwall energy storage system will be launched onto the African market by energy solutions provider Dako Power at the... 


GERHARD SWART
In most African countries, the electricity grids are failing and generation capacity is degrading rapidly

Rural areas could benefit from decentralised energy

4th March 2016

Autonomous and stable supply of decentralised energy might be the answer for Africans who are often without electricity because of unreliable energy sources, says energy storage systems supplier... 


BULK STORAGE
Bulk energy storage will be advantageous for African power and electricity providers, as increased wind and solar energy is being absorbed by national grids 

Storage a key component for modern energy supply

4th March 2016

Rapid growth in yearly power demand and the high cost involved in expanding national power grids in rural areas are some of the biggest challenges regarding power and electricity supply in African... 


TWICE THE SIZE
Guests from 33 African countries will visit the Power and Electricity World Africa showcase being held at the Sandton Convention Centre

Conference to attract twice as much footfall

4th March 2016

This year’s Power & Electricity World Africa conference will host twice as many delegates as last year, with utilities, independent power providers (IPPs) and government officials confirmed from... 


NATURAL ENERGY
The migration from traditional to renewable-energy sources has encouraged foreign investment opportunities

Africa viable option for investment in power infrastructure

4th March 2016

Expanding Africa’s power and electricity infrastructure remains a viable prospect for investors and businesses, with numerous investment opportunities available owing to new developments, says... 


SOLDAMATIC WELDING SIMULATOR
Trainees will be able to practise more than 93 different welding lessons on the simulators

Reality programme used for welding training at AIDC

19th February 2016

Students who want to work in the production sector of the automotive industry can submit their curriculum vitae to the Automotive Industry Development Centre’s (AIDC’s) Gauteng Automotive Learning... 


PETROL PRICE HIKE
Motorists could pay about R20/ℓ for petrol this year

Bumpy ride for South African motorists

19th February 2016

The expected rise in Brent crude oil prices, and geopolitical decisions by South Africa will influence the petrol price and vehicle prices in 2016, says the Automobile Association (AA) of South... 


GRIM YEAR AHEAD FOR MOTOR INDUSTRY 
The weakened economy has made the auto motive market less conducive for buying and even operating vehicles 

Automotive industry highly unlikely to show growth in 2016 – KPMG

19th February 2016

The lacklustre economy, consumers’ desparate financial position and affordability of vehicles are three key areas that will stunt the growth of the South African automotive industry this year, says... 


MODULAR DESIGN WORKSHOP
The new modular design workshop allows for quicker workshop construction at a fraction of the cost of regular brick-and-mortar workshops

Support services drive expansion into Africa

19th February 2016

German truck and bus manufacturer MAN has added support services in the form of a new service centre and a workshop in Kenya and Zambia respectively. MAN’s resolve to expand into Africa has come... 


HUSQVARNA 701 ENDURO
Husqvarna has introduced the flagship models the 701 Enduro and Supermoto

Swedish motorcycle brand launches 701 bike range in SA

19th February 2016

Swedish motorcycle manufacturer Husqvarna launched its 701 Enduro and Supermoto models at wholesaler Puzey’s Biker’s Warehouse, in Gauteng, last month. The range will spearhead the new range of... 


SIMON SMITH
Triton-Leo maintained double digit growth for the past seven years

Triton-Leo focusing on growth amid fickle oil prices

12th February 2016

Despite influencing factors, such as the rand:dollar exchange rate, and the stagnant prices of fuel and raw materials, lubricants producer Triton-Leo believes that the market will remain stable... 


THOMAS SURMON 
Sait is working with the Department of Science and Technology and the South African Bureau of Standards to make sure local lubricant standards match international standards

Knowledge of tribology key for lubricants industry

12th February 2016

The focus in the oils and lubricants industry is constantly being shifted to address regulations that arise, which, in turn, creates a need to establish a better understanding of tribology for the... 


JOHN THOMSON
The focus on training at the CIS will provide useful networking platforms for employers, government, training organisations and other stakeholders

Skills development and blue economy prioritised at CIS 2016

12th February 2016

Having identified the lack of training opportunities as a rising concern in the oil industry, the biennial Cape Industries Showcase (CIS), scheduled to take place from July 13 to 15 at the Cape... 


THREE POWER SOURCES
The engine from a Eurofighter Typhoon fighter plane will bring the Bloodhound from standstill to 563 km/h before the H2 O2 rockets are powered

Castrol supplies lubricants for record-chasing Bloodhound SSC

12th February 2016

Global industrial and automotive lubricants brand Castrol will be on the forefront of innovation when the Bloodhound Supersonic Car (SSC) attempts to break the land speed record by reaching 1 609... 


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