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An image of AFS' new rubber lining facility with autoclave
Company celebrates one year
5th November 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

Specialists in the design and slurry related valves manufacturer Abrasive Flow Solutions (AFS) is celebrating its first year of business. “AFS was established by the Engineering Solutions Group... 


An image of Thermaspray's laser cladding process on the knife gate of a knife gate valve
Coating solutions extend valves life span
5th November 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

High technology spray coating specialist Thermaspray offers the distinct technologies of thermal spray, laser cladding and Teflon for application of coatings on new or refurbished valves. These... 


Clean coal a viable option due to latest advances in fine-coal beneficiation
4th November 2021

The shift to mechanised mining in the coal industry has had the side-effect of an excessive quantity of fines being produced, which often means that the thickeners deployed in minerals-processing... 


An image of the Moa operation in Cuba
Sherritt announces planned Cuban nickel expansion
4th November 2021 By: Mariaan Webb

Toronto-listed Sherritt International is has announced an expansion strategy with its Cuban partners to capitalise on the growing demand for high-purity nickel and cobalt, driven by the accelerated... 


Engineering Solutions Group (ESG) certified as Level 2 contributor to B-BBEE
28th October 2021

Invicta Holdings Limited’s Engineering Solutions Group (ESG) - distributors of engineering consumables, automotive components, technical services and related solutions - has achieved recognition as... 


Image of The SlurrySucker desilting solution from Integrated Pump Rental
Operators urged to desilt dams before rainy season
14th October 2021

Progressive build-up of silt over time may cause water storage and process dams to reach close to critical volume and an influx of water over the rainy season could have dire implications.... 


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Bonnie Claire lithium project 'beginning to show its real potential'
14th October 2021 By: Mariaan Webb

The preliminary economic assessment (PEA) for the Bonnie Claire lithium project, north of Beatty, Nevada, has yielded positive economics and Iconic Minerals states that the project warrants... 


WEDA S pump being used outdoors
New pumps series now available
8th October 2021

Multinational manufacturing company Atlas Copco has extended the WEDA electric submersible pump series to include slurry, drainage and sludge units, which feature several enhancements in a bid to... 


Image of Australia flag and mineral sands on a conveyor
Coburn mineral sands project, Australia – update
8th October 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Strandline Resources has signed a long-term mining services agreement with contractor Mine Site Construction Services for the Coburn project. 


AG/SAG ball mill in operation
Optimising mill circuits for best efficiency impact
1st October 2021

Decades of product evolution have given multinational engineering company FLSmidth a range of solutions – including its LoadIQ smart sensor technology – to supply and optimise all technology in the... 


Slurry density measurement and percent solids made easy using gas pycnometry
Slurry density measurement and percent solids made easy using gas pycnometry
30th September 2021

Slurry density measurement and percent solids made easy using gas pycnometry The variety of industrial applications for different slurries necessitates a reliable method for evaluating the density... 


An image of a large blue high pressure valve used in tailings pipelines strung from a hoist
New valve manufactured for tailings pipelines
24th September 2021 By: Halima Frost

Although South African company Dynamic Fluid Control (DFC) has only soft launched its new slurry knife gate high-pressure valve, the SKG-HP, it has been well received by clients. The clients intend... 


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Copper Mountain mine expansion, Canada – update
24th September 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Copper Mountain Mining has completed the expansion of its mine with the commissioning of the third ball mill. 


Copper Mountain completes mill expansion
22nd September 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Dual listed Copper Mountain Mining has completed the expansion of its Copper Mountain mine, in British Columbia, with the commissioning of the third ball mill. The installation of the third ball... 


Weir Minerals' Mill Circuit University trains for sustainabl
21st September 2021

By giving its personnel the ‘big picture’ of minerals processing, the Weir Minerals Mill Circuit University ensures that customers benefit from a broader, solution-focused approach. “Offering... 


Vale and Asian miner seek Brazil nod to fast-track mine projects
17th September 2021 By: Bloomberg

Mining giant Vale and an Asian-owned metals producer are among the first to tap a Brazilian program that aims to cut red tape and speed up mining projects in the South American nation. Vale and... 


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Far West Gold Recoveries operation, South Africa – update
17th September 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

A project to convert the Driefontein 2 plant at the Far West Gold Recoveries surface retreatment operation to closed-circuit milling is nearing completion. 


Image of Linatex rubber hoses manufactured by Weir Minerals Africa
Custom-made rubber hoses produced locally
16th September 2021

South African rubber hose manufacturer Weir Minerals Africa designs and builds mining hoses from 50 mm to 1 000 mm nominal bore up to 10 m in length and up to 1 100 mm bends. The hoses are designed... 


DRDGold nears completion of project to achieve better recoveries at FWGR
13th September 2021 By: Marleny Arnoldi

NYSE- and JSE-listed DRDGold says a project to convert the Driefontein 2 Plant (DP2) at the Far West Gold Recoveries (FWGR) surface retreatment operation, in Gauteng, to closed-circuit milling, is... 


Image of a SlurrySucker
Dewatering needs proactive management
10th September 2021 By: Natasha Odendaal

For surface mining operations, dewatering open pits is a critical component and proactive management should be prioritised to ensure cost effectiveness and maximum efficiencies, says equipment... 


An image of Vansan's submersible pumps
Mines’ transition pushes industry to adapt
10th September 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

The South African mining industry’s expansion and adapting in line with global demands requires the pumps industry to expand accordingly by offering various and robust pumping solutions for... 


An image of Pumps for Africa's Tuffee Imepeller
Local manufacturers struggle to secure business from miners
10th September 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

The local mining industry fails to consider smaller, local manufacturers’ products, which have the potential to extend the life of equipment, reduce wear and tear and, consequently, decrease... 


An image of AQS' Potoons
Local supplier mitigates mines’ supply chain challenges
10th September 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

The global disruption of supply chains has resulted in the local pumps industry having to increase stockholding to assist in mitigating production losses and increasing operational efficiency at... 


Coburn mineral sands project, Australia – update
Coburn mineral sands project, Australia – update
10th September 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

First heavy mineral concentrate production project is on track for the December quarter of 2022. 


Image of Integrated Pump Technology staff maintaining pumps to OEM standards
Aftermarket services guarantee reliable pumps
3rd September 2021

Ensuring that pumps perform consistently requires the support of a number of aftermarket services, such as access to critical spares and experienced staff to maintain units to original-equipment... 


Image of the Warman mill circuit pump from Weir Minerals Africa
Mill circuit pumps withstand harsh conditions
26th August 2021

As an integral part of a mine’s minerals extraction circuit, mill circuit (MC) pumps handle large rock fragments from the primary mill, which can rapidly wear the pump’s throat bush, impeller and... 


Decades of innovation elevate Warman® mill circuit pump
20th August 2021

Doing duty as an integral part of a mine’s minerals extraction circuit, Weir Minerals’ Warman® mill circuit (MC) slurry pumps withstand the harshest conditions while delivering their... 


Image of AfriSam readymix operations channellinh grey water into settling pits
Environment-conscious management of readymix waste
20th August 2021

The challenge for the readymix industry to manage waste in an environmentally sensitive and sustainable way requires innovative solutions that focus on ensuring the health and safety of people and... 


A photo of an Eriez wet drum separator
Latest separation tech on show this year
20th August 2021

Separation technology company Eriez will exhibit its suspended electromagnets (SEs), wet drum separators and flotation technology at this year’s MINExpo International in Las Vegas, Nevada, in the... 


Managing readymix waste for a sustainable planet
10th August 2021

The management of waste poses various challenges for the readymix industry, and AfriSam has been following through its commitment to People, Planet and Performance with a range of innovative... 


Gaustec WHIMS technology offers potential for South Africa’s mining industry
4th August 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The use of Gaustec wet high-intensity magnetic separation (WHIMS) technology in the beneficiation of minerals has the potential to be used to great effect in South Africa, mining solutions provider... 


EFFICIENCY IS KEY BMG’s valves meet stringent quality and safety specifications and are highly efficient at mines to control and isolate abrasive slurries
Valve products reliable in harsh conditions
30th July 2021

Engineering Solutions provider BMG and valves manufacturer Abrasive Flow Solutions (AFS), which are part of the specialist distributor Engineering Solutions Group (ESG), play a significant role in... 


Image Australia and period table symbol for copper/zinc
Woodlawn zinc/copper project, Australia – update
23rd July 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Heron Resources has gone into voluntary administration after failing to secure funding for the Woodlawn zinc/copper project. 


Image of Weir Minerals’ Linatex premium rubber and Linard 60 rubber combination installed on a typical chute
Wear resistant lining solution reduces downtime and saves costs
22nd July 2021

A double-layered rubber lining solution installed on a mill discharge chute is said to have achieved a 250% wear life improvement compared to the competitor product. Weir Minerals Africa was asked... 


Linatex wear resistant rubber lining cuts costs at Sentinel
12th July 2021

Weir Minerals’ Linatex® Premium Rubber and Linard® 60 have significantly improved wear life at Kalumbila Minerals Limited’s Sentinel mine in Zambia, after the Weir Minerals Africa team was asked to... 


Cooling solutions ideal for Africa
9th July 2021

Cooling solutions company Industrial Water Coolers’ (IWC’s) slurry and solution cooling towers are designed with ease of maintenance in mind and are specifically designed and developed to handle... 


Image of drill rig at Hawsons iron project
Hawsons iron project, Australia – update
9th July 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Carpentaria Resources plans to fund a bankable feasibility study for its Hawsons iron project through a share placement and an underwritten entitlement offer. 


The Weir Minerals wear indicator system connected to the Linatex hose
Hard wall rubber hose reduces downtime and operating costs
2nd July 2021

A hard wall mining hose built for suction and discharge applications was recently installed at a treatment plant in Namibia, helping to reduce downtime and operating costs. The existing rubber... 


BIG BOY Inkulu Plastic Pipes is the first in the country to manufacture pipes at a diameter of 1 200 mm
Company adds new pipe range
25th June 2021 By: Darren Parker

Pipe manufacturer Inkulu Plastic Pipes has added a new high-density polyethylene (HDPE) structured wall pipe product range to its offering. Inkulu Plastic Pipes sales and marketing manager Faize... 


National Road R578: Section 1 – N1 to Maholisi, Mahodlogwa and Nwamata resurfacing, South Africa
National Road R578: Section 1 – N1 to Maholisi, Mahodlogwa and Nwamata resurfacing, South Africa
25th June 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

The South African National Roads Agency Limited is resurfacing the National Road R578, Section 1, from the N1 to Maholisi (16 km) and from Mahodlogwa (35.8 km) to Nwamata (56 km). 


CONSISTENCY IS KEY Accumin lubricators are driven electro-mechanically, dispensing consistent dosages of lubricant regardless of ambient temperature
Automatic lubrication reduces labour, costs
18th June 2021 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Since adding the Accumin range of lubrication systems to its portfolio of products and solutions in 2020, pumps original-equipment manufacturer Weir Minerals Africa says the system has generated... 


Victor Industrial Equipment
Victor Industrial Equipment
18th June 2021

Victor Industrial Equipment has been serving the mining industry for more than 80 years. It welcomed its pumps division in 2018 and has since then displayed year on year growth. Victor Industrial... 


Nadezhda metallurgical plant sulphuric acid neutralisation project, Russia
Nadezhda metallurgical plant sulphuric acid neutralisation project, Russia
18th June 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

The Nadezhda metallurgical plant sulphuric acid neutralisation project forms part of the fresh air national project. 


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