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A benchmarking study by Minerals Council South Africa, the Human Sciences Research Council, PwC Smart Mining and government partners finds South Africa lagging global competitors, with only 10% of deep mines using autonomous vehicles and 25% using AI or digital twins, against a digital skills shortage cited by 62% of firms. Seven innovation priorities, including digital transformation and automation, align with the Critical Minerals & Metals Strategy targeting 12% GDP contribution by 2030, while African Rainbow Minerals' Smelt Direct technology is highlighted as a home-grown, 300% more efficient alternative to conventional smelting.
Precision automation drives local manufacturing exportsGqeberha-based Jendamark Automation uses SEW-EURODRIVE servo systems to synchronise its catalytic-converter "shrinking" machines to 50-micron tolerances, with 95% of its automated assembly systems exported to Europe, India and the US. Separately, NAACAM CEO Renai Moothilal says component manufacturers are increasingly investing in automation and AI-enabled predictive maintenance to stay competitive amid declining localisation, now at 39%, and stagnant vehicle output of about 600 000 units a year.
Cleanroom cable protection and graduate-led smart buildings advance automation toolsPolymer manufacturer igus has launched a C6 cleanroom energy chain with an e-spin guide system, enabling abrasion-resistant cable travel of up to 30 m without extraction units for semiconductor and pharmaceutical automation. In Nairobi, Schneider Electric's new East Africa head office serves as a "living lab" where graduate engineers implemented a unified building management platform integrating HVAC, lighting and occupancy sensors for energy efficiency.
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With increasing automation and growing systems, the routes for material transport are becoming longer, explains advanced polymer manufacturer igus. The company notes a key challenge is to ensure...
The precision of drive technology and automation systems manufacturer SEW-EURODRIVE’s highly dynamic servo-geared units and software are responsible for assembly line and testing solutions provider...
Greater policy support is needed to strengthen localisation and improve the competitiveness of South Africa’s automotive components manufacturing industry, says industry body the National...
By: Ifeanyi Odoh - Country President, Schneider Electric East Africa When people talk about the future of engineering in Africa, the conversation often centres on potential, the promise of a young...
Precision ball screw manufacturer Shuton-Ipiranga’s range is designed to meet specific performance demands in different operating environments and applications that require “distinctly engineered...
Industrial and commercial circuits need safe switching, controlled power flow and dependable response during operation. When machines, panels and control systems handle different voltage levels,...
The 13th Manufacturing Indaba has successfully concluded following two impactful days of dialogue, collaboration and business engagement at the Sandton Convention Centre, bringing together...
Manufacturing is the backbone of any successful industrial economy, but domestic demand is typically insufficient to develop sustainable industrial sectors. To achieve the industrial development...
For decades, Africa has supplied the world with raw materials, agricultural products and natural resources, while much of the value created from these resources has been captured elsewhere. Today,...
Global transport and logistics company DSV has confirmed its sponsorship of the 2026 SAPICS Conference, which takes place in Cape Town in July. As a Silver sponsor of this year’s conference, which...
By: Ahmed Mohamed Ahmed Hegazi - Business Development Leader, Energy and Chemicals, Schneider Electric East Africa With Uganda announcing that its estimate of recoverable oil and gas resources has...
SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa is making strong progress in its strategy to become a key player in industrial gearboxes, drives and automation across the continent. Years of proactive planning and...
Packaging is playing an increasingly important role across the value chain. Beyond its traditional protective function, packaging has become a key consideration in areas such as sustainability,...
By: Ahmed Mohamed Ahmed Hegazy - Business Development Leader, Energy and Chemicals, Schneider Electric East Africa Tanzania’s energy and chemicals segment is projected to show tremendous growth in...
Productivity, automation, safety and sustainability initiatives are increasingly shaping investment decisions in South Africa’s earthmoving and surface mining equipment sector, says diesel engine...
Mine services company Epiroc, using technology from Remote Control Technologies (RCT), played an integral part in the reopening of a prominent Canadian nickel mine as it moved to openpit mining...
As the South African Sugar Technologists' Association (SASTA) celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026, SEW-EURODRIVE is proud to mark its own significant milestone - 40 years of supporting this...
Hydraulics, pneumatics and automation group Bosch Rexroth South Africa took customers on a tour of its production facility in Witfontein, Gauteng, on June 19, as it celebrated its sixtieth...
The South African manufacturing sector currently produces below installed capacity levels, resulting in manufacturing firms not benefiting from economies of scale and competitive advantages that...
South Africa’s welding and cutting sector is facing a critical shortage of competent welding personnel at a time when local manufacturers must meet tougher global quality demands and adopt...
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