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Hoist and lift firm raises factory capacity, targets local and regional demand

By: Schalk Burger 25th September 2015 South African hoist and lift and company Wesant is increasing the capacity of its manufacturing facilities by upgrading and increasing its capital machinery, streamlining its production line, says Wesant founder Digby Wareing and the Wesant engineering team. The company is expanding its... →

BAUMA CONEXPO AFRICA expansion necessitates larger venue

By: Donna Slater 4th September 2015 Since the first international construction and mining trade fair bauma Africa 2013, the expo has grown significantly and will feature hundreds of exhibitors at this year’s event, reports BAUMA CONEXPO AFRICA (BC Expo South Africa) CEO Elaine Crewe. →

ELAINE CREWE The 2015 installment of BAUMA CONEXPO AFRICA is expecting more than 20 000 visitors from over 100 countries

Earthmoving equipment supplier introduces new telematics solution

By: Nadine James 4th September 2015 Local earthmoving equipment supplier Kemach JCB will showcase its LiveLink online monitoring and tracking system, another feature on JCB machines driven by the ‘innovation’ theme that JCB continuously strive for, at this year’s BAUMA CONEXPO AFRICA international trade fair, which is taking place... →

Manufacturer showcases backhoe, skid-steer loaders

4th September 2015 Construction machinery manufacturer New Holland Construction will spotlight its backhoe and skid steer loaders when it presents a selection of its units at BAUMA CONEXPO AFRICA 2015. →

DIGGING THE ATTENTION The B90B backhoe loaders will be on of the main focuses at New Holland's stand

Infrastructure key to economic growth

4th September 2015 In its November 2014 report ‘Capital projects and infrastructure in East Africa, Southern Africa and West Africa’ multinational professional services network PwC notes that physical infrastructure is one of the most frequently cited barriers to entry into and economic growth in Africa. →

Logistics service provider optimistic restructuring has laid growth platform

By: Irma Venter 4th September 2015 “This year was an eventful one for us, having concluded a number of significant acquisitions, as well as the sale of PostNet. We also introduced a new empowerment partner, Kagiso Capital, and put a staff share participation scheme in place,” said OneLogix CEO Ian Lourens as he presented the... →

Underground trackless machine launched at BAUMA

By: Donna Slater 4th September 2015 A low-profile load-haul dumper (LHD), manufactured by Chinese equipment manufacturer Yantai Xingye Machinery, will be launched at construction and mining trade fair BAUMA CONEXPO AFRICA 2015. →

UNDERGROUND HAULERS Yantai Xingye Machinery manufactures a range of underground trackless equipment

Construction equipment retailers to showcase new backhoe loader

4th September 2015 Construction equipment retailers Case Construction Equipment will showcase its new 570T backhoe loader at the BAUMA CONEXPO AFRICA 2015. →

BIG AND BOASTFUL The backhoe loader offers high torque and best-in-class fuel economy

Africa’s infrastructure rapidly growing – BAUMA CONEXPO AFRICA CEO

4th September 2015 With a relatively buoyant outlook, and a number of economies in Africa clocking some of the fastest economic growth in the world, investment in Africa’s infrastructure is significant and growing, says BAUMA CONEXPO AFRICA CEO Elaine Crewe. →

Mechatronics laboratory enables pupils to explore industrial systems

By: Schalk Burger 28th August 2015 The Mechatronics laboratory, or MecLab, at science centre Sci-Bono, in Newtown, Johannesburg, will enable school pupils to build, test and operate industrial handling and automation systems, says Sci-Bono CEO David Kramer. “A key problem that educators and industries face worldwide is that... →

MECHATRONIC MANUFACTURING Pupils can explore and trial picking, sorting and handling systems, as well as the integration of these subsystems to create a manufacturing circuit

Imperial to lessen dependence on auto, SA markets

By: Irma Venter 25th August 2015 The Imperial group had the desire to reduce its dependence on the motor industry and South Africa, owing to the impact of the weak rand on vehicle imports, and the high market share the company already had in South Africa, which limited its domestic growth opportunities, said CEO Mark Lamberti on... →

Imperial CEO Mark Lamberti discusses the economic environment in which Imperial operates

High-quality coating materials essential for conveying packaged food

By: Kimberley Smuts 21st August 2015 It is critical in modern food processes that only high-quality coating materials, suitable for packaged food conveying and direct contact with foodstuffs, are used to ensure hygienic, safe processing and efficient logistics, says engineering solutions provider Bearing Man Group (BMG) light... →

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT Ammeraal Beltech's Peak range of PTFE and Silicone coated belts were developed for the food sector

Centre to test and prove industrial systems before installation

By: Schalk Burger 21st August 2015 The applications centre at multinational industrial automation company Festo’s Isando offices, in Ekurhuleni, will test and prove concepts and systems for clients to ensure that the systems deliver the intended value once installed, says Festo South Africa MD Brett Wallace. The centre will... →

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BRETT WALLACE Festo customers can physically test any electric drive applications in a controlled environment

KAP posts good growth in competitive environment

By: Schalk Burger 19th August 2015 Industrial and logistics company KAP on Wednesday posted robust results for the 2015 financial year, ended June 30, including reducing its debt-to-equity ratio from 40% to 27%, in a tough and competitive environment. The board and management were “comfortable” with the streamlined structure and... →

Pallet trucks increase run time, energy efficiency

14th August 2015 Materials handling and equipment company Crown has optimised its WT 3000 series pallet trucks to use battery capacity more efficiently, enabling the forklifts to operate for up to 28% longer on each battery charge. All WT 3000 Series trucks will now be delivered with this new battery-life... →

LIFE OPTIMISATION The new Crown WT 3000 models run significantly longer on a single optimised battery charge, while maintaining the same pallet throughput

Elevated cabin provides optimised visibility when handling bulky loads

By: Mia Breytenbach 14th August 2015 Materials handling and industrial truck manufacturer Linde Group Material Handling (Linde MH) has added an ergonomic solution to its range of products - an optional elevating cabin designed for heavy forklift trucks with a load capacity range of 10 t to 18 t. At the push of a button, this cabin... →

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ERGONOMIC DESIGN The new elevating cabin is available for heavy forklift trucks with load capacities from 10 t to 18 t and can be raised to a maximum height of 5.5 m

High-lift headgear cranes delivered to Zambian mine

By: Mia Breytenbach 14th August 2015 South African crane manufacturer Condra in July completed load tests of two 25 t headgear cranes for copper miner Mopani Copper Mines’ (MCM’s) Synclinorium shaft in Kitwe, Zambia. The cranes were manufactured at the company’s Germiston works, in June. →

LIFTING ORDER Condra's headgear cranes, featuring high-tensile ropes, have significant high lifts of more than 80 m

New series of log stackers launched

By: Kimberley Smuts 14th August 2015 Materials handling equipment supplier BLT South Africa (SA) earlier this year launched its updated TXLS series of log stackers onto the South African market, with the new Taylor series designed to efficiently handle a full log load from truck or rail in a single pass. BLT SA is the sole... →

TXLS LOG STACKER The new Taylor series designed to efficiently handle a full log load from truck or rail in a single pass

Materials handling company perseveres amid industry decline

By: Kimberley Smuts 14th August 2015 Mining industry cost-cutting, as a result of low commodity prices, is having a knock-on effect in the materials handling industry, as capital spending is reduced and maintenance budgets are slashed, says bulk materials handling solutions provider Martin Engineering. In addition, many marginal... →

REDUCING CAPITAL SPEND Martin Engineering is mitigating industry challenges by providing clients with the best possible materials handling solutions that achieve short-term investment returns

Newly launched products improve conveyor safety

By: Kimberley Smuts 14th August 2015 Bulk materials handling solutions provider Martin Engineering launched two new products in January and February respectively – the Martin Roller Tracker (MRT) and Martin QB1 primary belt cleaner. Developed in South Africa, the MRT operates on reversing belts. It can continuously correct belt... →

THE MARTIN QB1 CLEANER The QB1 uses high-grade polyurethane and a unique tensioning mechanism that helps provide a cleaner belt and a longer blade life at a lower cost

500 t crane rehab project completed

By: Mia Breytenbach 14th August 2015 Global lifting solutions provider Konecranes has rehabilitated two 500 t Chinese portal cranes for the Angolan National Oil Company’s (Sonangol’s) Integrated Logistic Services’ (Sonils’) oil service centre, says Konecranes Southern Africa technical and training manager for sub-Saharan Africa... →

IN WORKING ORDER The cost to rehabilitate the two 500 t Chinese portal cranes for the Integrated Logistic Services’ oil service centre was more than R2-million

Backhoe loaders well received by local market

14th August 2015 Distributed by local earthmoving equipment distributor High Power Equipment Africa (HPE), automotive manufacturer Hyundai’s backhoe loaders have been well received by the local market, says HPE, the sole distributor of Hyundai earthmoving equipment in Southern Africa. “The robust H930s backhoe... →

H930 BACKHOE LOADER The robust H930s backhoe loader series is particularly well liked by businesses that need smaller machines

Screw splicing a reliable alternative to conventional belt repairs

By: Mia Breytenbach 14th August 2015 Engineering company Bearing Man Group’s (BMG’s) efficient belt fastener system – the Super-Screw splice – which was originally used as a temporary alternative to conventional hot and cold splicing, has proven to be significantly reliable as a permanent splice for certain conveyor belts. The... →

VERSATILE USE Super-Screw splices can be installed as temporary or permanent solutions regardless of the conveyor belt configuration, accessibility and the weather

Improved logistics make SA roads safer

14th August 2015 As the single largest group of drivers and road users are the long haul drivers, an improvement in the performance of this influential group will have a significant impact on road safety, states management consultancy the Confidant Group CEO Chantal Walley, “In any enterprise, hiring the right... →

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PERFORMANCE BOOST Long distance driving requires specific talent that can achieve clear, measureable performance standards

Modular solution meets customer requirements

By: Kimberley Smuts 14th August 2015 South Africa’s automotive industry has a specific need for robust and heavy-duty linear overhead materials-handling solutions, which has seen specialist crane and related components manufacturer Demag Port Elizabeth supplying its Demag Monorail System (DMS) to the industry, with DMS having been... →

DEMAG MONO-RAIL SYSTEM South Africa’s automotive industry has a specific need for robust and heavy-duty linear overhead materials-handling solutions

New logistics process boosts operational efficiency

By: Kimberley Smuts 14th August 2015 SEW-Eurodrive Johannesburg has released its new standardisation of logistics and assembly processes (SLAP) system, which has enhanced the company’s operational efficiency by approximately 40%. “The system, which went live in March, was initially implemented at SEW-Eurodrive Germany. South Africa... →

GERD SEUFFERT The SLAP system ensures reduced stock capturing time as the process becomes more automated with the use of barcode scanners

Excavator to lay sleepers in railway construction

14th August 2015 Infrastructure and development group Aveng subsidiary Aveng Rail has bought a 20 t Hyundai wheeled excavator from earthmoving equipment distributor High Power Equipment Africa (HPE Africa) that will be used in the construction of about 60 km of rail track, near the coal-fired Majuba power... →

Distributor sees satisfactory growth in tractor sales

By: Kimberley Smuts 14th August 2015 The growth in sales of Japan-manufactured Kubota tractors, distributed in South Africa by specialist machinery importer and distributor Smith Power Equipment, has been satisfactory, says Smith Power Equipment technical specialist Mike Heath, adding that customers have been “very happy with the... →

ELGIN ORCHARDS The growth and increasing demand for all Kubota products are largely driven by the manufacturer’s focus on innovation and new technologies

Heavy-duty upright beams handle heavier loads at higher storage levels

By: Mia Breytenbach 14th August 2015 Steel racking, shelving and mezzanine flooring manufacturer, supplier and installer Universal Storage Systems expects to launch its new upright beams, which will support heavier material loads, by the end of November, Universal Storage Systems sales director Jan Breytenbach says. The company is... →

HEAVY DUTY Universal Storage Systems' new upright beams have been designed to accommodate loads of between 24 t and 30 t

Fluctuating steel prices affect local manufacturers

By: Bruce Montiea 10th July 2015 A significant number of South African manufacturers have been forced to import steel over the past two years instead of buying it locally because local steel prices are high, says steel racking, shelving and mezzanine flooring manufacturer, supplier and installer Universal Storage Systems sales... →

FLUCTUATING COMMODITY While importing steel is sometimes the most economic option, Universal Storage Systems remains committed to local procurement

Energy efficient steel roller benefits materials handling sector

By: Bruce Montiea 10th July 2015 To meet the materials handling industry’s need for a cost-effective, energy efficient and long-lasting steel roller that also creates less noise pollution, conveyor rollers manufacturer and distributor Megaroller launched a new-generation steel roller onto the market in May. The roller is... →

NEW-GENERATION STEEL ROLLER Megaroller’s steel roller is designed to ensure accurate bearing alignment

German packing specialist invests in local branch

By: Pimani Baloyi 19th June 2015 The Southern Africa subsidiary of global manufacturing specialist Haver & Boecker is being assigned to increase after-sales service support, thus expanding the German group’s presence in Africa, says Haver Southern Africa GM Demelza Mulligan. She tells Engineering News that with its extensive... →

South Africa is a base for German continuous miners and gearboxes

By: Pimani Baloyi 19th June 2015 As one of the world’s largest coal producers, and with South Africa having the second largest fleet of continuous miners in the world, after the US, the country is a strategic base for Germany-headquartered coal mining machinery manufacturer Eickhoff. Eickhoff South Africa MD Francois van Tonder... →

Ford improves automation processes at assembly plant

By: David Oliveira 15th June 2015 Automotive manufacturer Ford’s Silverton assembly plant, in Pretoria, has improved the automation of the Ford Ranger production line, following the installation of a conveyor belt and wax system, as well as further improvements to the underbody system of the production line, which were all... →

Ford Manage the Change team manager Victoria Machete tells Engineering News about the automation systems at the company’s Silverton plant,

Hill retires as Eqstra CEO

By: Creamer Media Reporter 2nd June 2015 Walter Hill has retired as CEO of industrial and capital equipment group Eqstra, effective June 1, after seven years at the helm. He believed it was an appropriate time to hand over to new leadership, with CFO Jannie Serfontein appointed interim CEO. →

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Retired Eqstra CEO Walter Hill

Conditions to remain challenging in second half, Barloworld warns

By: Irma Venter 29th May 2015 With new equipment orders stalling and the Russian market still in a slump, Barloworld found its cheer for the six months ended March 31 from a turnaround in its Iberian business and healthy equipment parts and service sales. The equipment, automotive and logistics group in May reported that... →

Industry body warns against unaccredited training programmes

By: Kimberley Smuts 22nd May 2015 The Southern African Readymix Association (Sarma) has warned cement and concrete industry stakeholders that some unaccredited organisations are running cement and concrete training and courses, disseminating unvetted information that could be harmful to the industry. Sarma published an article in... →

QUALITY EDUCATIONThe School of Concrete Technology providing on site training in Dullstroom

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