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Electricity

Smelter engineering firm introduces cogeneration technology

The energy crunch and high energy prices facing the South African industry has led smelter engineering firm Metix, a subsidiary of German group SMS Siemag, to offer the furnaces industry energy-recovery systems.
10 Aug 12
 
 
Wheel within Wheels

A leopard changes its spots

Last week, the British government announced that it had determined eight sites in England and Wales where new nuclear power stations could be built. Three other sites, proposed by the previous Labour administration, were ruled out, for...
29 Oct 10
 
 
Vessels, tanks and containers

Modular heat exchangers contribute to process 
optimisation

With the current energy crunch in South Africa, efficiency of process is a key driver to achieve profitability. Heat exchanger performance can make a significant contribution to ensure process optimisation, says modular shell and tube heat...
30 Jul 10
 
 
SMALL BUSINESSES

SMEs 'generally well-equipped' to cope with tough economic conditions – survey

The annual small- and medium-sized enterprise (SME) survey indicated that although the current economic environment showed turbulent times, South African SMEs emerged with their competitiveness intact. Head researcher for the survey, and World...
23 Oct 08
 
 
RENEWABLE ENERGY

SA ponders business spin-offs from solar

South Africa is in the fortunate position of having one of the best climates in the world. Many South Africans, especially those living in the interior of the country, have become accustomed to monthly stretches of sun-drenched days. In fact, a...
26 Sep 08
 
 
SOLAR WATER HEATERS

South Africa waking up to solar, as well as its business and employment spin-offs

South Africa is in the fortunate position of having one of the best climates in the world. Many South Africans, especially those living in the interior of the country, have become accustomed to monthly stretches of sun-drenched days.
26 Sep 08
 
 
PETROCHEMICALS

Sasol studies ‘new energy’ technologies to lower environmental impacts Video Available

Synthetic fuel manufacturer Sasol has indicated its desire to adapt its technology to more effectively address the environmental sustainability challenge involved in the ‘energy crunch’. “We have set up an entirely new division in Sasol, a...
08 Sep 08
 
 
CONSTRUCTION & ENERGY

Leading contractor as much a beneficiary of power crisis as its victim

The current power crunch is a double-edged sword for construction group Murray & Roberts.
14 Mar 08
 
 
Biofuels

Food security still dominating the South African biofuels debate

As has lately been so vividly illustrated in South Africa, energy is a worldwide concern that requires far more than a glancing attention. Energy is an essential part of life, and this reality means that alternative energy sources are being...
07 Mar 08
 
 
Biofuels

Food security still dominating the South African biofuels debate

As has lately been so vividly illustrated in South Africa, energy is a worldwide concern that requires far more than a glancing attention. Energy is an essential part of life, and this reality means that alternative energy sources are being...
07 Mar 08
 
 
ENERGY EFFICIENCY

Occupancy sensor for controlling lights increases energy efficiency

Lighting accounts for about 30% to 40% of a commercial building�s energy costs, and installation of so-called �intelligent lighting� is one of the fastest ways to increase the energy efficiency and reduce the operating costs of commercial...
17 Aug 07
 
 
 
 
 
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