https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/page/materials-equipment Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:20:46 +0200 FeedCreator 1.7.3 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/afrimat-construction-index-records-marginal-growth-in-q1-2026-06-23 Irma Venter CONSTRUCTION Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:23:00 +0200 724104 1782217472 1782217380 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001280628_resized_afrimatconstructionindexq12026graph1022.jpeg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/steel-shortage-tariffs-drive-up-costs-2026-06-19 Nadine Ramdass Materials & Equipment Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 722694 1781248174 1781820000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001276456_resized_steelconstructionsaisc1906261022.jpeg DISRUPTIVE EFFECTS Steel supply chain disruptions come amid an uptick in project demand 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/restoration-project-advances-2026-06-19 Nadine Ramdass Materials & Equipment Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 722686 1781248174 1781820000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001276201_resized_controlleddemolitiondragogroup1906261022.jpeg NAVIGATING CHALLENGES Challenges including unknown structural conditions and asbesto were revealed as work advance, requiring concurrent management to meet the project timeline 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/effective-insulation-ensures-stable-temperature-reduces-energy-consumption-2026-06-12 Nadine Ramdass Materials & Equipment Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 722256 1779964645 1781215200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001274758_resized_ridgeviewumhlangagbcsa1206261022.jpeg GREEN CERTIFIED GBCSA’s Green Star New Build framework rewards passive design principles that deliver measurable operational and environmental benefits, providing assurance that sustainability claims are backed by credible performance outcomes 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/inadequate-enforcement-limits-regulation-impact-2026-06-12 Nadine Ramdass Materials & Equipment Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 722242 1779964688 1781215200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001274780_resized_houseatticinsulationadobestock1206261022.jpeg STICK TO THE PLAN Installing insulation that differs approved plans can reduce energy performance, increase heating and cooling demand and, consequently, create condensation and liability risks 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/global-eifs-market-set-to-grow-as-green-building-demand-accelerates-2026-06-12 Nadine Ramdass Materials & Equipment Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 722255 1779964732 1781215200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001274810_resized_exteriorinsulationadobestock1206261022.jpeg BUILDING ADVANTAGES Advancements in exterior insulation and finish systems are reducing long-term maintenance risks and improving life-cycle cost efficiency 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/recycling-technology-aids-circular-ambitions-asphalt-production-2026-06-12 Trent Roebeck Materials & Equipment Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 722339 1780991713 1781215200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001275074_resized_llraptechmay202611022.jpeg MODERN ROAD CONSTRUCTION Advanced Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement technologies help improve sustainability while maintaining asphalt quality and performance 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/roads-bridges-projects-would-improve-local-commuting-logistics-2026-06-12 Trent Roebeck Materials & Equipment Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 722471 1781771090 1781215200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/afrimat-completes-disposals-meets-obligations-of-lafarge-acquisition-2026-06-10 Schalk Burger MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:28:00 +0200 723293 1781099585 1781098080 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/alternative-fuels-reduce-costs-2026-06-05 Halima Frost Materials & Equipment Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 721758 1780382590 1780610400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001273280_resized_cementconcreteoricolliquidalternatefuel06261022.jpeg REFUSE REUSE Oricol Environmental converts hazardous waste and high-calorific materials into alternative fuels for cement kilns 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/coating-prolongs-floor-life-2026-06-05 Halima Frost Materials & Equipment Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 721755 1780382589 1780610400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001273264_resized_cementconcretespraylock106261022.jpeg SPECIALISED COATING The SCP P3 silica coating distributed by SprayLock Africa literally strengthens concrete from within 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/new-equipment-improves-manufacturers-output-2026-06-05 Halima Frost Materials & Equipment Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 721757 1780382590 1780610400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001273268_resized_cementconcreteostvibratingequipment1022.jpeg SHAKING IT UP The vibrating equipment supplied by OST-Africa to Vula Concrete has greatly improved the quality and output for Vula 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/cement-association-marks-ten-year-anniversary-2026-06-05 Halima Frost Materials & Equipment Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 721761 1780992027 1780610400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/industry-expert-warns-against-poor-lubrication-2026-05-29 Keabetswe Shilakwe Materials & Equipment Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 721097 1779710600 1780005600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001271268_resized_lelubrication05261022.jpg PROPER LUBRICATION Lubrication is critical for most types of machinery across an industrial plant, as it directly supports machine reliability 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/zccm-ih-wonderful-group-to-invest-30m-on-reviving-ndola-lime-production-facility-2026-05-27 Creamer Media Reporter LIME & CEMENT Wed, 27 May 2026 15:17:00 +0200 722265 1779892595 1779887820 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001274813_resized_untitled27may2026at162616.jpeg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ppc-issues-positive-trading-update-as-turnaround-strategy-continues-2026-05-25 Terence Creamer CEMENT Mon, 25 May 2026 09:15:00 +0200 721964 1779694637 1779693300 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001273911_resized_ppcdwaalboom07bv58741022.jpeg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/four-african-countries-selected-for-building-sector-climate-roadmaps-2026-05-22 Devina Haripersad Materials & Equipment Fri, 22 May 2026 00:03:00 +0200 720700 1779177915 1779400980 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001270140_resized_worldgbcengreenbuildings6may1022x575.jpg NATIONALLY-DRIVEN PROCESS Each participating country’s green building douncil will lead a nationally driven process to coordinate stakeholders across the building and construction value chain 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/green-buildings-show-stronger-returns-2026-05-22 Devina Haripersad Materials & Equipment Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 720653 1779170314 1779400800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001269992_resized_gbcsaengreenbuildings6may1022x575.jpg ECONOMIC RESILIENCE Operational efficiency indicators are indicating that green buildings are more resilient in quite a tough economy 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/airtight-buildings-heighten-moisture-control-challenges-2026-05-07 Devina Haripersad Materials & Equipment Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 720718 1779170316 1779400800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001270168_resized_solencoengreenbuildings6may1022x575.jpg PERSISTENT MOISTURE Persistent moisture can lead to corrosion, surface degradation and higher maintenance requirements, particularly in consistently humid conditions 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/afrimat-posts-solid-results-sets-focus-on-growing-cash-generation-reducing-debt-2026-05-21 Schalk Burger FINANCIAL RESULTS Thu, 21 May 2026 14:01:00 +0200 721786 1779377082 1779364860 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001273513_resized_afrimatceoandriesvanheerden10221.jpg Afrimat CEO Andries van Heerden 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ppc-sinoma-overseas-to-increase-cement-clinker-production-capacity-in-zimbabwe-2026-05-19 Lumkile Nkomfe CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS Tue, 19 May 2026 16:24:00 +0200 721624 1779201628 1779200640 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001272869_resized_ppcceomatiascardarelli0920231022.jpg PPC CEO Matias Cardarelli 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/raubex-ups-its-profit-by-116-as-bauba-resources-regains-its-mojo-2026-05-11 Irma Venter CONSTRUCTION Mon, 11 May 2026 15:02:00 +0200 720972 1778511522 1778504520 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001270925_resized_raubexceofeliciamsiza20261022.jpeg Felicia Msiza 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/heidelberg-weighs-bid-to-acquire-south-african-cement-firm-ppc-2026-05-05 Bloomberg CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS Tue, 05 May 2026 10:24:00 +0200 720523 1777971413 1777969440 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significant opportunity for local fabricators, however this is dependent on infrastructure projects procuring from local fabricators 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/master-builders-north-calls-for-urgent-action-to-improve-construction-industry-oversight-2026-04-17 Irma Venter CONSTRUCTION Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 718762 1775813838 1776376800 99999999999 Martin Zhuwakinyu 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/tharisa-kicks-off-underground-strategy-with-first-blast-2026-04-15 Creamer Media Reporter MINING Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:37:00 +0200 719364 1776249526 1776249420 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001266021_resized_1022rer.jpg 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/96463_2026-04-08_rer828_tharisa.mp4179655159 Tharisa Minerals’ Tharisa mine has marked the start of its new underground mining era with its inaugural underground blast in April. https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/sky-robots-showcases-integrated-drone-security-model-for-mines-other-high-value-assets-2026-04-10 Lumkile Nkomfe SECURITY Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:03:00 +0200 719082 1778842975 1775829780 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001265187_resized_vtoldroneskyrobots04261022.jpeg 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/96448_2026-04-10_sky_robots_demo_online.mp491931205 Sky Robots founder and MD Bertus van Zyl discusses the company's product and service offering. Video and editing: Shadwyn Dickinson https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/south-africa-could-be-a-real-player-in-the-battery-energy-storage-system-market-2026-04-03 Rebecca Campbell LOCALISATION Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 717854 1774614840 1775167200 99999999999 Martin Zhuwakinyu 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001262458_resized_gigafactory.jpg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/master-builders-north-calls-for-urgent-action-to-improve-construction-industry-oversight-2026-03-30 Irma Venter CONSTRUCTION Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:58:00 +0200 718336 1774875605 1774875480 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001262730_resized_gavinmorrowmbanorthpresident20261022.jpeg Gavin Morrow 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/new-hoist-chain-systems-simply-heavy-lifting-processes-2026-03-20 Trent Roebeck CRANES & HOISTS Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0200 716571 1774365026 1773957600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001257520_resized_bmgdistributespewagconveyorandhoistchains5march20261022.png PEWAG COMPONENTS Pewag components available from BMG include conveyor chains for bulk materials handling, connection links designed for ease of maintenance and specialised attachments that improve conveying efficiency 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ppc-says-more-to-come-from-turnaround-even-if-market-stays-subdued-2026-03-18 Terence Creamer CEMENT Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:45:00 +0200 717563 1773899704 1773841500 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001260328_resized_matiascardarelli1022.jpeg PPC CEO Matias Cardarelli 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/96333_2026-03-18_ppc_1.mp4115824212 PPC CEO Matias Cardarelli speaking at the group's Capital Markets Day on March 18. Editing: Shadwyn Dickinson https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/grow-programme-open-to-applications-from-artisans-looking-to-scale-their-businesses-2026-03-18 Irma Venter CONSTRUCTION Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:35:00 +0200 717553 1773837401 1773837300 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001260304_resized_artisangeneric1022.jpeg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/pump-tech-aims-to-improve-safety-in-chemicals-handling-2026-02-24 Devina Haripersad Materials & Equipment Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0200 715914 1772102215 1773352800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001255526_resized_lutzenchemspetrochemsfeb25.jpg SAFER TRANSFER Safer transfer technologies are required to reduce workplace incidents linked to manual refilling practices 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/predictive-maintenance-improves-plant-reliability-2026-02-23 Devina Haripersad Materials & Equipment Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0200 715816 1773062965 1773352800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001255324_resized_delbaenchemspetrochemsfeb25.jpg PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE To minimise major breakdowns, advanced technologies – such as condition monitoring, vibration analysis and electrical and mechanical testing – help to support predictive maintenance 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/two-projects-driving-manufacturers-order-book-2026-03-06 Halima Frost Materials & Equipment 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