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Customised equipment pleases customers
By: Mamaili Mamaila 9th October 2020 Pumps manufacturer and supplier Werner Pumps offers custom-built high-pressure jetting trucks and vacuuming equipment to match customer requirements. →
Local provider joins forces with global pumps supplier
By: Mamaili Mamaila 9th October 2020 Industrial solutions provider Mechanical Rotating Solutions (MRS) has teamed up with industrial equipment supplier Verder Pumps South Africa as a service and distribution partner. →

Manufacturer launches customer training programme
By: Mamaili Mamaila 9th October 2020 Pump manufacturer and supplier Werner Pumps launched a training programme for customers and their equipment operators on using the Werner Pumps trucks. →

Integrated approach critical for pump requirements 
By: Simone Liedtke 9th October 2020 Responding to customer pump requirements is not about selling a product, but rather about an integrated approach, says equipment rental agency Integrated Pump Rental rental development manager Steven Du Toit. Taking “a more integrated approach” to customer requirements and problems enables the... →
Unconventional Covid-19 treatment saves lives at Tygerberg Hospital
By: Simone Liedtke 8th October 2020 In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, doctors at Tygerberg Hospital implemented a daring, lesser-known treatment that not only bypassed the imminent ventilator shortage caused by the large number of critically ill patients, but potentially saved thousands of lives, while also providing a more... →

GreenCape launches open source digital directory to help grow green business
By: Marleny Arnoldi 7th October 2020 Nonprofit green economy organisation GreenCape has launched an open source Green Business Support Services Directory. This interactive digital directory, which was developed in partnership with the Friedrich Neumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF), is a public resource with information on... →
AMSA refutes statements claiming it has closed its order book
By: Marleny Arnoldi 5th October 2020 Steel producer ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMA) has refuted statements made by the National Employers Association of South Africa (Neasa) that the primary steel producer has closed its order book, but yet insists on import duties. AMSA says it is concerned about the ill-informed attacks,... →

Itac reveals changes to PPS to avail scrap metal for local steelmakers
By: Marleny Arnoldi 5th October 2020 The International Trade Administration Commission (Itac) has completed its initial investigation into the supply of scrap metal as an input to the domestic steel-producing industry. The commission has made certain changes to the Price Preference System (PPS), effective from October 2, to... →

Patel prioritising AfCFTA trading by start of 2021 as he takes on key African role 
By: Terence Creamer 5th October 2020 South Africa’s Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Ebrahim Patel, who has been elected to chair the African Ministers of Trade (AMOT), says he will prioritise the finalisation of the outstanding work and negotiations required to enable the start of trading under the African Continent Free... →

4IR key to advanced NDT service
By: Tracy Hancock 2nd October 2020 The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is an extremely significant focus for material testing and inspection services specialist Dekra Industrial because the collection and interpretation of data plays a vital role in forecasting, strategic growth and decision-making in organisations. While... →

Safety up but costs hamper industry uptake
By: Tracy Hancock 2nd October 2020 Safety is improving in the local metal fabrication sector as more companies realise the importance of having stricter safety protocols in place, says local blades and electrodes manufacturer, and cutting consumables and capital equipment supplier First Cut machine division GM Anthony Lezar. “Some... →

Absa PMI ticks upwards to 58.3 index points
By: Simone Liedtke 1st October 2020 Following a robust increase in August, the Absa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) ticked up further to 58.3 index points in September, with the shift to a lower lockdown level mid-month likely having driven the further improvement in business conditions in the local manufacturing sector. However,... →
August PPI increases, pointing to better selling market for manufacturers
By: Donna Slater 28th September 2020 The rate of producer price index (PPI) inflation increased to 2.4% year-on-year in August and was also higher than the 1.9% year-on-year recorded in July, mainly on account of the changes in the food and petroleum subcomponents, financial services company Investec notes. The Steel and... →
SEZ webinar to spotlight economic growth potential, industrialisation
By: Donna Slater 28th September 2020 The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC), in partnership with the Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE), will on September 29 host a webinar on the role of special economic zones (SEZs) as drivers of economic growth and industrialisation. Trade, Industry and Competition... →
Bell sees recovery following Covid-19, parts ways with John Deere
By: Irma Venter 25th September 2020 Bell Equipment’s plants are currently operating at roughly 70% of pre-Covid-19 levels, says Bell Equipment CEO Leon Goosen. The South African operation at Richards Bay is running slightly below this average, however, as it had stocked up on inventory prior to the pandemic in anticipation of a... →
Kingsgate Clothing adds localised isolation gown to PPE line-up
By: Irma Venter 25th September 2020 The Kingsgate Clothing Group has expanded its personal protective equipment (PPE) production line-up to include isolation gowns, used by hospital personnel. The group already produces cloth masks for the commercial and corporate market. →
IS programme gaining momentum
By: Tracy Hancock 25th September 2020 The Industrial Symbiosis (IS) programme of the National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA), a division of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, will play a significant role in helping the Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF) meet South Africa’s... →

Manufacturing tipping point could be pushed back by innovation and tech – De Ruyter
By: Donna Slater 23rd September 2020 Addressing the Manufacturing Circle annual general meeting (AGM) on September 22, Eskom CEO and former Manufacturing Circle former chairperson Andre de Ruyter said that investing in research, embracing innovation and technology and lowering manufacturing costs are equally critical in boosting... →
Unilever, govt partner to increase SMME investment
By: Simone Liedtke 23rd September 2020 Unilever South Africa and the Department of Small Business Development have partnered to increase investment in small-, medium-sized and microenterprise development. The partnership follows the publication of a racially offensive advert on the Clicks website by Unilever hair brand, TRESemmé. This... →

Initiative to accelerate technology strategies amid aerospace industry decline
By: Mamaili Mamaila 18th September 2020 The Aerospace Industry Support Initiative (AISI) plans to continue building technology strategies with industry for long-term implementation amid the industry’s decline of late. →

Company’s products ensure longevity
18th September 2020 Engineering components provider BMG’s portfolio of Fenner power transmission components includes a range of high-strength friction transmission belts that offer dependable performance in demanding heating, cooling and ventilation applications. →

Parallel compressor systems brought on by tech development
18th September 2020 In the past, individual or single compressor systems were used for most medium and low temperature applications. However, with continuous refrigeration technology development, multiple or parallel refrigeration systems were introduced into the industry. →

Environmental concerns driving industry change
By: Mamaili Mamaila 18th September 2020 A disruptive change is currently underway in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC-R) refrigerant market, global safety science company UL states. →

Heating solutions ensure energy efficiency
18th September 2020 Electrical and digital building infrastructure specialist Legrand South Africa’s smart Netatmo solutions, which are designed for convenience, safety and comfort at home, ensure energy efficiency and enhanced aesthetics. →

HVACR industry at a turning point
By: Mamaili Mamaila 18th September 2020 The heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) industry is at a turning point and it is up to all the innovators in the industry to take the lead and set a new standard for South Africa, multinational air-conditioning manufacturing company Daikin South Africa MD Koen Van... →

Economy breathes welcome sigh for Level 1, while alcohol, travel industries remain aggrieved
By: Marleny Arnoldi 17th September 2020 With President Cyril Ramaphosa having announced the move to a Level 1 lockdown for South Africa, effective September 20, positive reactions have been streaming in from all spheres of the economy, but grievances around weekend alcohol sales, the curfew and only partially reopened borders remain.... →

SAVE-P manufacturing underway, showcases local capabilities 
16th September 2020 Nonprofit organisation, the South African Emergency Ventilator Project, or SAVE-P, was launched in March in an effort to cost-effectively locally produce much-needed ventilators to meet an expected shortage. Natasha Odendaal tells us more. →
Mpact declares force majeure at Springs mill amid municipal power outage
By: Simone Liedtke 16th September 2020 Paper and packaging producer Mpact has declared force majeure at its Springs paper mill in relation to a near-month-long power interruption, and as a consequence, not being able to produce. The mill has been without electricity supply from 18:00 on August 19, when an explosion and fire at the... →
CDC aiming to secure CEO replacement for long-serving Silinga by year-end 
By: Terence Creamer 16th September 2020 The Coega Development Corporation (CDC) has formally initiated a recruitment process to secure a replacement for its long-serving CEO, Pepi Silinga, who has been appointed CEO of Transnet National Ports Authority, effective October 1. The position has been advertised internally and externally and... →

In-house-developed idler increases mine throughput, product longevity
By: Donna Slater 11th September 2020 The development of a South African-made conveyor belt idler has resulted in diversified miner Exxaro Resources increasing throughput at its Grootegeluk mine through one of its conveyor load points from 800 t/d to 3 000 t/d, says conveyor products manufacturer Brelko US and Africa manager Brent... →
Locally produced hot water innovation reduces household energy costs
By: Donna Slater 11th September 2020 Using heat pump systems manufacturer EMS Holdings’ domestic 200 ℓ integrated heat pump system can save households between 60% and 70% of their monthly electricity costs as it uses home-grown efficient technology. EMS Holdings CEO Franco Diedericks, speaking during this year's Electra Mining... →
Real-time data essential in FMCG market
By: Cameron Mackay 11th September 2020 With the Covid-19 pandemic having led to a change in buying patterns, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) value chain solutions provider MACmobile MD Andrew Dawson suggests that the FMCG industry will have to use intelligent digital technology data to curb the negative impact this could have on the... →

Industry’s wings seemingly clipped
By: Mamaili Mamaila 11th September 2020 South Africa’s economy is hanging by a thread and this has presented massive challenges for the local aerospace industry, says aircraft design organisation Aerodesigns Africa director Murray Spoelstra. →

Level playing field key to moving industry forward
By: Mamaili Mamaila 11th September 2020 Transformation should be a top priority among the issues that need to be addressed in manufacturing for the aviation industry, says maintenance solutions provider Dynamic Aerotech technical operation and research director Mulalo Neluheni. →

Association laments sector decline
By: Mamaili Mamaila 11th September 2020 The aerospace manufacturing sector is in a “freefall” and there does not appear to be any parachute in sight, says industry body Commercial Aerospace Manufacturing Association of South Africa (Camasa) co-chairperson Themba September. →

Manufacturing continues on downward slump
By: Simone Liedtke 10th September 2020 Manufacturing production decreased by 10.6% year-on-year in July, with the largest decline in furniture and other manufacturing, which declined by 39.1% and contributed -1.4 percentage points to the overall decline. The second highest decline was in motor vehicles, parts, accessories and other... →
Sasol, Air Liquide enter into sales agreement for ASU business
By: Marleny Arnoldi 10th September 2020 Petrochemicals giant Sasol South Africa has announced that it and Air Liquide have concluded negotiations for the proposed R8.5-billion sale of Sasol’s air separation units (ASUs) at the company’s operations in Secunda and the parties have now entered into a sale of business agreement. Sasol... →
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