https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/page/manufacturing-sector Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:20:31 +0200 FeedCreator 1.7.3 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/opinion-why-eskoms-carbon-intensity-may-become-the-biggest-strategic-challenge-for-south-african-exporters-2026-06-01 Creamer Media Reporter MANUFACTURING Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:23:00 +0200 722584 1780321334 1780320180 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001275846_resized_0001260390resized0001255730resized0001236015resizeduntitled237.jpeg EE Publishers MD Chris Yelland 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/smart-maintenance-systems-demonstrably-enhance-operational-performance-2026-05-29 Lumkile Nkomfe Manufacturing Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 721372 1780045446 1780005600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001272147_resized_seweurodrivesdriveradariotsuitemay20261022.jpg GOOD INSIGHT SEW-EURODRIVE’s DriveRadar IoT Suite for industrial gear units provides advanced condition monitoring and data-driven insights. 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/mmd-group-magna-unveil-new-product-range-for-southern-african-market-2026-05-26 Creamer Media Reporter Manufacturing Wed, 27 May 2026 08:00:00 +0200 722113 1779801845 1779861600 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001274397_resized_1022rer.jpg 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/96674_2026-05-19_rer834_magna4.mp497304958 MMD Group, MAGNA unveil new product range for Southern African market https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/tau-says-cabinet-approved-industrial-strategy-to-be-backed-by-implementation-plan-2026-05-26 Terence Creamer INDUSTRIAL POLICY Tue, 26 May 2026 16:50:00 +0200 722156 1779861555 1779807000 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001274490_resized_parkstau05261022.jpeg Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/local-assembly-stock-holding-boost-solution-availability-2026-05-22 Nadine Ramdass Manufacturing Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 720736 1778227749 1779400800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001270255_resized_nordmaxxdrivexcbmg2205261022.png OFFERING EXPANSION In conjunction with it launch, BMG hosted a series of MAXXDRIVE roadshows to showcase the advanced technology and diverse applications 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/german-engineered-solutions-meet-evolving-local-demands-2026-05-22 Nadine Ramdass Manufacturing Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 720680 1778227785 1779400800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001270264_resized_skillstransfervegagrieshaber2205261022.jpg LONG GAME Through long-term partnerships, VEGA is able to go beyond product supply by contributing expertise, training and life-cycle support 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ega-commissions-its-solar-panel-plant-in-paarl-2026-05-22 Irma Venter SOLAR ENERGY Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 721169 1779170320 1779400800 99999999999 Martin Zhuwakinyu 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/s-africa-is-key-for-german-expansion-in-africa-2026-05-22 Nadine Ramdass Manufacturing Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 720678 1779170317 1779400800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001270261_resized_stackerreclaimercabinroxtec2205261022.png GROUND WORK Through a combination of industrial maturity and market accessibility, South Africa enables German companies to establish a presence before expanding across Africa 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/abb-helps-industries-run-at-high-performance-to-be-more-resource-efficient-2026-05-19 Shannon de Ryhove ENLIT AFRICA Tue, 19 May 2026 12:30:00 +0200 721681 1779356728 1779186600 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001273058_resized_abb.jpg 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/96644_2026-05-21_abb_enlitafrica_web.mp4127458837 ABB South Africa electrification commercial leader and ELDS division manager Egon Worthmann speaks to Engineering News at Enlit Africa 2026 about enabling industries to be more sustainable and resource efficient. Camerawork and editing: Miko Moodley. https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/weg-africa-strengthens-its-local-manufacturing-footprint-2026-05-19 Shannon de Ryhove ENLIT AFRICA Tue, 19 May 2026 10:00:00 +0200 721459 1779200554 1779177600 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001272863_resized_20260519enlitweg.jpg 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/96634_2026-05-19_enlit_weg.mp474282683 WEG Africa CEO Eduardo Werninghaus speaks to Engineering News at Enlit Africa 2026 about strengthening its position in the region by deepening its local manufacturing footprint. Camerawork: Miko Moodley. Editing: Nicholas Boyd. https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/esd-programmes-enable-formal-supply-chain-integration-2026-05-15 Nadine Ramdass Manufacturing Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 720305 1777544296 1778796000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001268941_resized_paulvoscips1505261022.jpg PAUL VOS Well-designed ESD programmes prioritise capacity building over short-term financial support 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/refurbished-hardware-bypasses-constraints-2026-05-15 Nadine Ramdass Manufacturing Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 720276 1777545184 1778796000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001268885_resized_chipshortageqrent1505261022.jpg RECLAIMING VALUE Refurbished hardware helps companies bypass constrained chip availability by unlocking value already embedded in existing technology 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/substance-abuse-policy-and-testing-equipment-paramount-2026-05-15 Halima Frost Manufacturing Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 720323 1779703965 1778796000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001269002_resized_healthsafetyalcosafe05261022.jpeg TRIED AND TESTED A tried and tested substance abuse policy as well as effective well calibrated testing systems is paramount to a good safety plan 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/structural-constraints-leave-oems-supply-chain-exposed-2026-05-15 Nadine Ramdass Manufacturing Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 722225 1779885011 1778796000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001274710_resized_automotiveassemblyadobestock1505261022.jpeg NAVIGATING DISRUPTIONS Manufacturers have heavily relied on globalised, low-cost sourcing and just-in-time inventory, often resulting in more constrained supplier networks 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/lesco-rolls-out-semi-robotic-production-lines-at-its-joburg-plant-2026-05-12 Irma Venter LOCAL MANUFACTURING Tue, 12 May 2026 15:27:00 +0200 721102 1778592791 1778592420 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001271259_resized_insidelesco202611022.jpeg Inside Lesco 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/kwikot-expands-into-hvac-systems-manufacturing-2026-05-12 Schalk Burger HEATING, VENTILATION AND COOLING Tue, 12 May 2026 11:05:00 +0200 721051 1778577732 1778576700 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/strategic-procurement-and-clean-energy-seen-as-key-to-manufacturing-revival-2026-05-08 Marleny Arnoldi MANUFACTURING Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 720028 1778222858 1778191200 99999999999 Martin Zhuwakinyu 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001269647_resized_recovery.jpg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/new-technology-nearing-pilot-plant-stage-2026-05-01 Halima Frost Manufacturing Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 719879 1778231107 1778191200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001267529_resized_enlitepcmglobaleskomkusilepowerflue0526bloomberg1022.jpeg CATCHING THE FLUE GASSES The new locally tailored technology developed by EPCM Global Engineering harnesses flue gasses and through the Fischer-Tropsh process can make e-diesel 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/tribunal-approves-cape-forests-acquisition-of-merged-mto-forestry-pg-bison-southern-cape-2026-05-07 Schalk Burger MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS Thu, 07 May 2026 16:42:00 +0200 720811 1778165819 1778164920 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/sapvia-urges-strategic-approach-to-localisation-from-solar-boom-2026-05-05 Schalk Burger SOLAR LOCALISATION Tue, 05 May 2026 16:24:00 +0200 720617 1777994862 1777991040 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001269876_resized_teracorooftopsolarpanels2241022.jpg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ega-commissions-its-solar-panel-plant-in-paarl-2026-05-04 Irma Venter SOLAR ENERGY Mon, 04 May 2026 14:58:00 +0200 720469 1777983597 1777899480 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001269431_resized_egaceoandremoolman20261022.jpeg André Moolman 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/idc-addresses-public-scrutiny-repositions-itself-2026-04-30 Tasneem Bulbulia INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:10:00 +0200 720394 1777878205 1777561800 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001269237_resized_parkstau082510221.jpeg Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/amazon-womhub-launch-sustainable-women-led-incubator-programme-2026-04-30 Schalk Burger ENTREPRENEURS Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:32:00 +0200 720372 1777556101 1777555920 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/advanced-fabrication-ensures-dependable-tensioning-solutions-2026-04-10 Nadine Ramdass Manufacturing Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 718991 1776667423 1776981600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001264981_resized_largesprockettensionerostafrica2404261022.jpeg WIDE SELECTION Through its TE series tensioners, OST-AFRICA provides targeted solutions for specific applications, which enable fewer production stoppages, reduced maintenance intervals and greater overall system availability 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/sectors-sustainability-depends-on-transformation-2026-04-09 Nadine Ramdass Manufacturing Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 718896 1776667421 1776981600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001264779_resized_measuringmetalprofileadobestockmetalfabrications2404261022.jpeg TARGETED MEASURES Targeted modernisation, decarbonisation and advanced engineering solutions investment is required to realise the metal fabrication sector's full potential 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/challenges-erode-industry-sustainability-2026-04-10 Nadine Ramdass Manufacturing Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 718989 1777358714 1776981600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001264975_resized_metalconstructionsaisc2404261022.jpeg CONDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Upcoming infrastructure expenditure presents a potentially significant opportunity for local fabricators, however this is dependent on infrastructure projects procuring from local fabricators 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/despite-structural-manufacturing-decline-many-opportunities-abound-panel-2026-04-23 Marleny Arnoldi MANUFACTURING Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:37:00 +0200 719968 1779803200 1776940620 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001267899_resized_manufacturingthumbnailimage.jpg 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/96501_building_sustainable,_globally_competitive_manufacturing_in_sa_video12.mp4255150817 Experts from public and private sector discuss imperatives for sustaining manufacturing competitiveness https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/nmu-centre-acquires-new-microscopes-to-boost-conditioning-monitoring-services-to-industry-2026-04-22 Creamer Media Reporter SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:33:00 +0200 719904 1776885118 1776853980 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001267706_resized_untitled20260422t152057129.jpeg The SEM installed at the CHRTEM 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/polymer-prices-increase-as-geopolitical-tensions-tighten-global-supply-2026-04-20 Lumkile Nkomfe MANUFACTURING Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:18:00 +0200 719742 1776697269 1776694680 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001267133_resized_plasticssaexecutivedirectorantonhanekom04261022.jpeg Plastics SA executive director Anton Hanekom 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/greater-ai-fluency-in-tandem-with-expert-industry-skills-foundational-for-effective-ai-systems-2026-04-08 Schalk Burger AI SKILLS Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200 718808 1776080891 1776398400 99999999999 Martin Zhuwakinyu 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001265350_resized_humantouch.jpg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/manufacturer-joins-forces-with-entrepreneur-2026-04-17 Halima Frost Manufacturing Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 718481 1775813832 1776376800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001263174_resized_vesselsheatexchangersalfalavalecovado1hulisanimodau04261022.jpeg HULISANI MUDAU The Avocado oil processing plant could help address Limpop province’s limited economic opportunities 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/multi-circuit-aerospace-heat-exchanger-designed-in-record-time-2026-04-17 Halima Frost Manufacturing Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 718488 1776692157 1776376800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001263195_resized_vesselsheatexchangerssintavialightweightaerospaceheatexchanger1022.jpeg OUT OF THIS WORLD The multi-circuit aerospace heat exchanger designed and manufacatured by Sintavia 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/nersa-aims-to-decide-on-eskoms-62ckwh-ferrochrome-tariff-offer-by-end-of-june-2026-04-16 Terence Creamer FERROCHROME DEAL Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:25:00 +0200 719472 1776335948 1776335100 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001266316_resized_glencoremerafeferrochromesmelter1022.jpeg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/vaal-sez-to-drive-reindustrialisation-job-creation-2026-04-16 Lumkile Nkomfe ECONOMY Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:03:00 +0200 719440 1776328243 1776326580 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001266210_resized_zukogodlimpi04261022.jpeg Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Zuko Godlimpi 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/eskom-and-ferrochrome-producers-strike-62ckwh-deal-with-nersa-process-to-follow-2026-04-10 Terence Creamer ELECTRICITY & FERROCHROME Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0200 719022 1775816978 1775811600 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001265045_resized_lionsmelterferrochrome131014duane1022.jpg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/additive-manufacturing-gains-traction-in-niche-production-2026-04-10 Devina Haripersad Manufacturing Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 718035 1775051934 1775772000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001261745_resized_additiv4enmanufacturing24march1022x575.jpg KEY BENEFITS From a sustainability perspective, the three key benefits of additive manufacturing are that it reduces material waste compared with subtractive methods, enables material reuse and lowers logistics requirements and associated costs 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/new-automotive-component-plant-nears-production-2026-04-10 Devina Haripersad Manufacturing Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 717775 1775051953 1775772000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001261741_resized_0001243206resizedvslplant20251022.jpeg PRODUCTION START Commissioning of new tooling at VLS Manufacturing’s automotive component plant is nearing completion, with production set to start in April, reaching full production capacity by October 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/electronics-manufacturer-marks-30-years-of-local-investment-2026-04-10 Devina Haripersad Manufacturing Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 717731 1775052038 1775772000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001260805_resized_hisenceenmanufacturing24march1022x575.jpg MEGA-MANUFACTURING FACILITY The R350-million manufacturing facility in Atlantis, in the Western Cape, has the capacity to produce up to one-million televisions and 500 000 refrigerators a year, supplying the domestic market while exporting to countries across Africa and beyond 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/manufacturing-faces-demand-constraints-despite-improving-outlook-2026-04-10 Devina Haripersad Manufacturing Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 717639 1775052071 1775772000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001260568_resized_nedbankenmanufacturing24march1022x575.jpg UNDER PRESSURE Manufacturing remains under pressure, largely owing to weak export volumes and global trade disruptions 511 287