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Khutso Maphatsoe

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Khutso Maphatsoe is a Creamer Media Reporter for Engineering News and Mining Weekly.

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GERHARD GREEFF Greeff believes that the pandemic is going to have some long-term effects on the way companies conduct business

Pandemic prompts automation support, working remotely

22nd May 2020

Covid-19 has prompted the automation industry to continuously provide remote services and support, says nonprofit organisation Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA) Africa vice... 


READILY AVAILABLE All AS200 PLC series products and extensions are stocked and available nationally from EM

PLC series well received locally

22nd May 2020

Industrial switchgear automation and energy management distributor ElectroMechanica (EM) says its AS200 programmable logic controller (PLC) series has been well received in South Africa, as it has... 


IP infringement to increase in 3D printing

15th May 2020

There is a likelihood that intellectual property (IP) infringement may increase, owing to the ease with which products can be reproduced by a layperson with the use of three-dimensional (3D)... 


TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED 
All cells in the ABB FlexLoader range are standardised and built using the latest technology to meet the increasing requirements for flexible and cost-effective production

Next-generation machine tool introduced

8th May 2020

Automation company ABB has begun the introduction of its FlexLoader to the South African market. The FlexLoader, which next generation of machine tools, contains tending cells that are designed to... 


BUILDING BLOCKS The Micromine 2020 builds on the company’s existing 3D mine design and planning solution, which is used in more than 90 countries

Subscription model launched for African clients

1st May 2020

Mining software solutions provider MICROMINE has launched a new pay-as-you-go subscription model for African clients to keep pace with industry needs. The company notes that the struggle that... 


WINNING FORMULA With South Africa’s automotive market being well established, foreign OEMs have chosen to increase their manufacturing capacity in the country

Policies can assist OEMs with Africa’s automotive market

10th April 2020

Africa needs to have policies and incentives in place to help original-equipment manufacturers (OEMs), such as German automotive manufacturer Volkswagen (VW), gain access to the automotive market... 


Wastepaper R&D receives R2m from local industry body

27th March 2020

Fibre Circle, the producer responsibility organisation (PRO) for the paper and paper packaging sectors, has earmarked R2-million for research and development (R&D) in the areas of alternate and... 


Correct pumping solutions assist in efficiency, cost savings

27th March 2020

Owing to the complexities of having to negotiate the technical obstacles in selecting the right pumping solutions for specific applications, pump manufacturer Verder Pumps South Africa MD Darryl... 


SAFE AND EFFICIENT
Drones reduce value chain costs, improve safety and enhance the turnaround times of data capturing

Real-time drone detection ensures safety at mines

20th March 2020

Owing to blast managers or team members working under dangerous conditions on mines, drone service provider Rocketmine will be releasing a new live object-detection system this year which will... 


CALLIE VAN VUUREN
Smartphone applications can also be used to detect and locate nearby routers that may have been flown in by a drone

Drones a corporate espionage threat

20th March 2020

Although drones have been a positive business decision for various industries, such as agriculture, where drones are used for automated farming, drones can also pose a threat to companies when they... 


NO TIME WASTED
A visual inspection using a drone takes an hour and only requires the operator and their assistant

Drones used for maintenance, inspection

20th March 2020

Industrial rope access company Skyriders’ use of drones for on-site inspection has enabled it to gain access into confined spaces that might be too dangerous for its clients’ technicians. A drone... 


Company upgrades its ERP for companies in food and bev industry

13th March 2020

Software company SYSPRO is working on upgrades to its SYSPRO Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) version 8 including some additional functionalities suitable for two large consumer products... 


WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY 
New technology in spray drying will create opportunities in food and non-food segments such as pet food

Spray drying cost effective, reduces allergens

13th March 2020

Food manufacturer Sunspray Food Ingredients has expanded spray drying in its operation as a technology that can ensure cost savings and minimise allergens in food and non-food segments, says food... 


SOLUTION DRIVEN 
Berntel SA focuses on a wide range of pneumatic, industrial and automation components

Pneumatic components assist in disposing waste

13th March 2020

Industrial equipment supplier Berntel SA, part of the Hudaco Group, supplies pneumatic components that assist in mitigating the water and oil waste that is produced in airlines in the food and... 


ANDREW DAWSON
Using technology will enable distributors to acquire feedback on all their products through the amount of data that is collected

Data, AI to increase FMCG profits and save costs

13th March 2020

In order for fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies to increase profits and remain cost efficient, value chain software company MACmobile believes that such companies need to consider merging... 


Products reduce plastic waste, improve packaging

28th February 2020

Packaging supplier Baypac Solutions’ innovative solutions have resulted in its  customers being able to reduce their use of disposable plastic by 50% on average. Using one or all of Baypac... 


EXPLORING NEW AVENUES
The printing industry is changing, becoming more creative and interactive

Printing industry not dying but changing

28th February 2020

Despite the perception that printing is outdated or dying, customer communication management solutions provider InsideData North CEO Rafiq Sallie says it is more a case of the printing industry... 


LITTERING IS TRASHY 
Alternatives to conventional plastic packaging do not change consumer behaviour with regard to littering

Beware of biodegradable and compostable plastics – Plastics SA

28th February 2020

The introduction of bioplastics to South Africa’s burgeoning and well-developed recycling industry should carefully be considered, says plastics industry association Plastics SA. Bioplastics are... 


THE TIMES ARE A-CHANGIN’ 
Given the exponentially increasing range of data available, the days of employees processing the sheer volume of data produced have all but passed

Unified systems enable optimal analysis

21st February 2020

Mines typically use various disconnected systems, which creates silos or pockets of disparate information, necessitating that an employee manually collate and analyse the information to reach a... 


ROBERT BEST Project managers need to focus on a success-building mindset in the mining sector

Leaders must adapt to seize opportunities

21st February 2020

Africa’s status as a continent of abundant resources crucial to global development has prompted foreign investors to increase their presence in Africa to capitalise on growth opportunities, says... 


GET THE JOB DONE
project portfolio management is an effective way of implementing company strategy through projects

Short-termism hinders project management

21st February 2020

Developing strategies is much easier than implementing them, which is why many strategies are never successfully implemented, says University of Pretoria (UP) Graduate School of Technology... 


The State is responsible for the environmental- and other closure- related liabilities for ownerless mines

Defunct mines prompt government to address mine closure

31st January 2020

Of the numerous mines in South Africa that have closed down, those which are now ownerless have become the responsibility of the State. This means that the State is responsible for the... 


REDRESS FOR COMMUNITIES  
The guidelines outline the processes that must be adhere to, if the mining right results in physical resettlement of landowners, holders of informal and communal land rights, and other affected parties

Resettlement guidelines aim to instil formal processes, consistency

31st January 2020

Companies and industry stakeholders have until January 31, 2020, to submit commentary on the Draft Mine Community Resettlement Guidelines (Draft Resettlement Guidelines), which were published for... 


Investment value of solar water heating increasing

17th January 2020

With the cost of electricity increasing, solar water heating systems manufacturer Uber Solar MD James Green says such systems for geysers are a good long-term investment for commercial use. “The... 


S Africa has large deposits of fluorspar

13th December 2019

The largest fluorspar deposits in South Africa are located in the Bushveld Complex, although there are also deposits in the Malmani subgroup of the Transvaal Super Group, notes law firm Eversheds... 


More opportunities brewing for women

15th November 2019

Opportunities for women in the brewery industry are increasing, despite there being a relative shortage of qualified women in the industry, says first black female majority-owned brewing company... 


Competition growing in the winery and brewery industry

15th November 2019

Over the past few years, the number of micro, craft and artisanal companies entering the winery and brewery industries has increased, making these industries more competitive and leading to more... 


Companies should understand laws around product offering

15th November 2019

New companies in the brewery and winery industry need to understand the importance of the laws and regulations, such as copyright and trade marks, associated with the products and services that... 


Wine academy celebrates 40 years in the industry

15th November 2019

The Cape Wine Academy (CWA) is celebrating 40 years in the industry this year and notes that this is as a result of various individuals who have contributed positively to the academy’s strong focus... 


Distributorship secured for international bearing housing brand

8th November 2019

As part of its efforts to secure distributorships with international brands to boost its product portfolio, bearings supplier and distributor Bearings International (BI) expects the first stock... 


FULLY COVERED The Evolution Gloves are designed to fit closely to offer superior grip and protection without compromising the sense of touch and freedom of movement to carry out intricate tasks

Launch in sight for new protective gloves range

25th October 2019

Personal protective equipment (PPE) supplier G.Fox will launch the Evolution Gloves range by the end of this month, which G.Fox marketing manager Shaun Botha says is a combination of innovation,... 


AWAITING THEIR RETURN
There are many exploration companies in South Africa – many drill rigs and people are waiting to get back to work

Multiple factors hampering local exploration

22nd October 2019

Multiple elements are slowing down exploration activity in South Africa. “There have been pockets of activity . . . but, overall, the industry has slowed down to a point where retrenchments are... 


AWAITING THEIR RETURN
There are many exploration companies in South Africa – many drill rigs and people are waiting to get back to work

Multiple factors hampering local exploration

18th October 2019

Multiple elements are slowing down exploration activity in South Africa. “There have been pockets of activity . . . but, overall, the industry has slowed down to a point where retrenchments are... 


EXPANSION PLANS
Goscor Earth Moving is working towards increasing SANY’s presence in the South African market

Growth, emerging contractors positive on exploration

18th October 2019

New contractors entering the industry with “lucrative contracts” present an opportunity for the exploration industry to grow, Goscor Earth Moving (GEM) sales executive Murray Leith tells Mining... 


BEST OF THE BEST CAPSA brings together the best technical know-how available on road construction and maintenance using bituminous material.

Association provides technical guidelines for bituminous material

4th October 2019

The Southern African Bitumen Association (Sabita) produces technical guidelines with regard to the use and application of bituminous material that are regularly updated with the most appropriate... 


BUILDING RELATIONS 
Actop Asphalt hopes that meeting with delegates will enable it to gain more insight into the asphalt industry internationally

Manufacturer looks forward to Capsa 2019

4th October 2019

Manufacturer of hot and cold asphalt Actop Asphalt regards the Conference on Asphalt Pavements for Southern Africa (Capsa) – of which the company is a sponsor – as an opportunity to show its... 


Specialist involved in refurbishing of Foreshore Place

27th September 2019

Working at heights specialist Skysite is involved in the refurbishment of the Foreshore Place, in Cape Town. The project started in November 2018 with completion expected in the second quarter of... 


Precautions imperative when working at height

27th September 2019

The risks and incidents associated with working at height can be reduced if basic precautions are taken, says cleaning specialist Ultra High Level MD and Institute for Work at Height director Rob... 


Company receives approval for lifting equipment testing

13th September 2019

Mechanical engineering company Brimis Engineering has received approval from the Department of Labour (DoL) to perform statutory load testing and certification on various lifting equipment. “As an... 


APPROVED Companies have become more aware of accreditation and many have insisted on the testing of products being done by an accredited testing laboratory

Imported products prompt increase in local testing services

13th September 2019

The influx of imported products has prompted companies to test such products to ensure that they conform to minimum requirements, says ceramics testing laboratory Cermalab MD Pieter du Toit.... 


Electronic certificates offering expanded

13th September 2019

Testing, verification and certification multinational company Bureau Veritas has introduced electronic inspection certificates to its transport and logistics division, following the introduction of... 


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