https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/page/foundries-forges-die-casting Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:10:30 +0200 FeedCreator 1.7.3 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/aluminium-foundry-expansion-to-aid-sustainable-production-2026-03-06 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0200 715627 1772521835 1772748000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001254723_resized_foundriesforgesdiecastingbentelercasthouse03261022.jpeg CASTING CASA The new casthouse opened by Benteler at the Raufoss Industrial Park in Norway will improve on the company's aluminum recycling capacity 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/new-facility-advances-post-processing-technology-2026-03-06 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0200 715620 1772521834 1772748000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001254709_resized_foundriesforgesdiecastingcsirhotisostaticpressdevelopment03261022.jpeg HOT OFF THE PRESS The Hot Isostatic Press facility enhances the performance and reliability of cast components 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/two-projects-driving-manufacturers-order-book-2026-03-06 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0200 715619 1772524487 1772748000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001254698_resized_foundriesforgesdiecastingthosbegbiecastcopperdronephoto03261022.jpeg GAINING GROUND The additional machines and new workshop at its Middleburg manufacturing facility helps solidify its position as the preferred supplier for many clientsnts 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/worlds-largest-air-to-water-heat-pump-electric-boilers-to-be-constructed-2026-01-30 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0200 713107 1769434662 1769724000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001247379_resized_boilersvalmethelenpatola01261022.jpeg THINGS ARE HEATING UP What is believed to be the world’s largest air-to-water heat pump and two electric boiler is currently under construction in Helsinki 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/stakeholders-invited-to-comment-on-eskoms-ferrochrome-npa-application-2026-01-07 Schalk Burger FERROCHROME ELECTRICITY Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:21:00 +0200 712611 1768165370 1767795660 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001245908_resized_merafeferrochromesmelting082110222.jpg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/csir-launches-new-hot-isostatic-press-in-pretoria-2025-12-11 Darren Parker MANUFACTURING Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:24:00 +0200 712068 1765515270 1765463040 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001244637_resized_enonlinehipcsir1220251022.jpeg 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/95955_2025-12-11_csir_hot_isostatic_facility.mp4187688152 In this video, CSIR HIP facility project manager and technical specialist Shaik Hoosain discusses the newly launched HIP facility. https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/megacasting-solution-accelerates-ev-production-2025-02-20 Nadine Ramdass Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0200 691331 1741070282 1741298400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001184152_resized_carat610buhlergroup1022.jpeg FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND The first Carat 610 in Japan is currently being used by Honda to conduct controlled experiments under different casting conditions 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/lubricant-range-meets-evolving-die-casting-needs-2025-02-20 Nadine Ramdass Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0200 691328 1741254241 1741298400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001184145_resized_diecastinglubricantsfuchs1022.jpeg APPROPRIATE PRODUCT FUCHS ensures that their product innovations meet the evolving demands of the die casting sector 511 288 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/tailored-machine-improves-efficiency-at-turkish-foundry-2025-02-20 Nadine Ramdass Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0200 691334 1741256671 1741298400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001184267_resized_robothandlingrosleroberflachentechnik070325.jpeg HELPING HAND Loading and unloading of the engine blocks into and from the blast chamber is handled fully automatically by a robot 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/atlantis-foundries-cuts-ribbon-on-135-mw-embedded-solar-project-2025-02-25 Schalk Burger INDUSTRIAL ENERGY Tue, 25 Feb 2025 16:38:00 +0200 691651 1740496047 1740494280 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/itac-finds-prima-facie-evidence-of-flat-rolled-product-dumping-from-china-japan-and-taiwan-2025-02-21 Schalk Burger IRON PRODUCTS Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:50:00 +0200 691465 1740147449 1740145800 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/shell-pursuing-sustainability-at-alberton-depot-2025-01-13 Creamer Media Reporter SUSTAINABILITY Wed, 15 Jan 2025 12:18:00 +0200 688536 1736936604 1736936280 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001176414_resized_1022rer.jpg 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/94144_2025-01-07_rer767_shell_multotec2.mp4133849845 Shell pursuing sustainability at Alberton depot https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/south-africa-needs-strong-steel-policies-or-risks-losing-more-manufacturing-memsa-warns-2025-01-14 Schalk Burger STEEL POLICIES Tue, 14 Jan 2025 14:04:00 +0200 688650 1736858521 1736856240 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/company-taking-proactive-steps-to-enhance-manufacturing-service-offerings-2024-05-03 Simone Liedtke Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 03 May 2024 00:00:00 +0200 671043 1714636371 1714687200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001126320_resized_frankwenforge10420241022.png PRODUCT & SERVICE ENHANCEMENTS Frankwen Forge is taking proactive steps to adapt and enhance its service offerings 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ai-tech-reduces-foundrys-energy-consumption-2024-03-08 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0200 667546 1709712177 1709848800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001116579_resized_foudriesforgesdiecastingbirnfoundry03241022.jpeg LOW-ENERGY BURN The Birn foundry in Denmark has successfully implemented new AI tech to decrease its energy consumption 511 378 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/new-analysers-launched-at-indaba-2024-03-08 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0200 667492 1709712244 1709848800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001116398_resized_foundriesforgesdiecastinginnoxxafricavantamaxandcore03241022.jpeg NEXT-GEN PRODUCTS The new Vanta Max and Vanta Core X-ray fluorescence analysers being distributed by Innov-X Africa were launched at this year's Investing in African Mining Indaba 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/global-giant-acquires-materials-handling-supplier-2023-08-18 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 18 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0200 652944 1692082057 1692309600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001078565_resized_materialshandlinglogisticsmetsobrouwer08231022.jpg KEEP 'EM COMING Metso continues to grow its materials handling offerings through acquiring new companies and technologies 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/upgrades-on-steel-plant-induction-furnaces-improve-productivity-2023-08-11 Bridget Lepere Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 11 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0200 652225 1692091477 1691704800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001076732_resized_enfurnacesandkilnsfeatureelectroheatinductionmeltingfurnace110821022.png TAKING THE HEAT Induction melting produces minimal greenhouse-gas emissions compared to traditional melting method, lowering a plant’s carbon footprint owing to low resource consumption 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/better-communication-planning-key-to-supply-challenges-2023-07-28 Bridget Lepere Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 28 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0200 651057 1690269308 1690495200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001074255_resized_enautomotivefeatureheadofficeinisando2807231022.jpg BETTER AND BETTER South African operations have experienced improved productivity, as a result of the phased roll-out of technology 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/daimlers-atlantis-foundries-signs-embedded-solar-power-purchase-agreement-2023-07-28 Irma Venter AUTO INDUSTRY Fri, 28 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0200 651506 1690269316 1690495200 99999999999 Martin Zhuwakinyu 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/steel-producer-continues-to-grow-manufacturing-capacity-2023-04-07 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 07 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0200 641419 1680679282 1680818400 99999999999 Zandile Mavuso 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001051906_resized_stainlesssteelcolumbusacerinox04231022.jpg AIMING HIGH An areal view of the manufacturing plant of Columbus Stainless, a facility owned by Spain-based steel giant Acerinox 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/companys-new-furnaces-under-scrutiny-2023-03-10 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0200 639184 1678171085 1678399200 99999999999 Zandile Mavuso 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001047262_resized_foundriesforgesdiecastingarcelormittalbrazilbloomberg1022.jpg NOT SO GREEN The fact that ArcelorMittal continues to build coal-fired furnaces has come under the microscope 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/furnace-adaptation-can-greatly-reduce-emissions-2023-03-10 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0200 639171 1678171085 1678399200 99999999999 Zandile Mavuso 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/two-furnace-tech-providers-join-forces-2023-03-10 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0200 639176 1678431474 1678399200 99999999999 Zandile Mavuso 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001047245_resized_foudriesforgesdiecastingnoricanandabpinduction03231022.jpg FURNACE INTERFACING Norican and ABP Induction are joining forces to make furnaces more efficient 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/continued-research-makes-for-better-die-cast-materials-2023-03-10 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0200 639190 1678431606 1678399200 99999999999 Zandile Mavuso 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001047284_resized_foudriesforgesdiecastingvoestalpineconceptcast103231022.jpg CASTING CONCEPT The new materials constantly being developed by Voestalpine not improve the quality of end product but also the life of the die-sets as well 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/seifsa-launches-loadshedding-impact-survey-2023-02-13 Donna Slater ELECTRICITY Mon, 13 Feb 2023 09:14:00 +0200 638066 1676273369 1676272440 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/new-smaller-furnace-complements-suppliers-range-2022-08-12 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 12 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0200 622337 1658994090 1660255200 99999999999 Zandile Mavuso 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001014066_resized_furnacekilnsovensdriersabpinductionecoline08221022.jpg TOW THE LINE The new EcoLine furnace developed by ABP Induction compliments its current furnace portfolio 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/new-profiling-system-assists-automotive-sector-2022-08-12 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 12 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0200 622324 1660203412 1660255200 99999999999 Zandile Mavuso 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001014031_resized_furnaceskilsovensdriersrcinstrumentationet308221022.jpg HOT SHOT The new ET3 system collects and correlates temperature data from within an industrial oven 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/mining-leader-in-south-africas-4ir-transformation-2022-04-22 Tracy Klückow Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 22 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200 611625 1650446742 1650578400 99999999999 Zandile Mavuso 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0000992770_resized_industry40pwc1022.jpg BEYOND TECHNOLOGY Companies often believe that the Fourth Industrial Revolution is all about technology, failing to see that it is actually about a new way of working 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/new-burrs-designed-for-foundries-2022-03-11 Claire O'Reilly Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0200 607892 1646809339 1646949600 99999999999 Zandile Mavuso 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/company-plans-to-expand-locally-in-the-wear-parts-market-2022-03-11 Claire O'Reilly Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0200 607930 1646809394 1646949600 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00:00:00 +0200 600078 1638533503 1637877600 99999999999 Zandile Mavuso 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0000971837_resized_italysaenthosbegbiewidedeltasection1120211022.jpg DELTA SECTION Thos Begbie hosted some of the major Italian role-players on its premises, in Middelburg, Mpumalanga, to witness work conducted on a previous project 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ppe-range-for-maintenance-extended-to-zambia-2021-10-22 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 22 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0200 597235 1634631732 1634853600 99999999999 Zandile Mavuso 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ppe-plan-crucial-to-employee-safety-2021-10-22 Halima Frost Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 22 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0200 597239 1634726658 1634853600 99999999999 Zandile Mavuso 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0000966324_resized_ppecharnaudppeplan10211022.jpg ALL THE RANGE The range of Charnaud's PPE offerings should be incorporated into a company's PPE management plan 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/coolers-for-platinum-producers-successfully-completed-2021-07-21 Theresa Bhowan-Rajah Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 06 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0200 590037 1627965018 1628200800 99999999999 Zandile Mavuso 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0000952098_resized_thosbegbiejurgendercksen1022.jpg JURGEN DERCKSEN The end walls of the furnace take most of the hammering during the smelting process and will be replaced more frequently than the rest of the furnace 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/patel-says-vision-for-r200bn-in-additional-localisation-has-top-level-corporate-backing-2021-05-18 Terence Creamer LOCALISATION Tue, 18 May 2021 11:50:00 +0200 584339 1621345517 1621331400 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0000940364_resized_ebrahimpatel4250420201022.jpg Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Ebrahim Patel 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/local-company-shines-in-furnace-rebuilds-2021-04-02 Darren Parker Foundries, Forges & Die-Casting Fri, 02 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0200 579382 1616684352 1617314400 99999999999 Zandile Mavuso 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0000929648_resized_consultingengineersenthosbegbiefurnacerebuild0320211022.jpg ALL-ROUND SOLUTION Thos Begbie uses advanced casting simulation and machining simulation programs to reproduce what has been designed on computer-aided design programs by design houses 511 287