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US Department of State Bureau of Energy Resources Office of Energy Transformation acting director Scott Woodard.
Clean hydrogen could be virtually zero cost, US energy diplomat tells London Indaba
30th June 2023 By: Martin Creamer

The main founders of the Inflation Reduction Act envision the US legislation as a clean energy bill to lower the costs of green energy technologies for everyone around the world as well as being... 


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Loadshedding pushes demand for battery electric storage
30th June 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

Amid an ongoing energy crisis and a global transition towards renewable energy, a significant need for battery energy storage systems (BESSs) has emerged in South Africa as a potential solution to... 


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KCGM mill optimisation project, Australia – update
30th June 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Northern Star Resources has approved a A$1.5-billion investment in the KCGM mill expansion project. 


Global data company predicts strong growth in international military ground vehicle market
27th June 2023 By: Rebecca Campbell

International data and analytics company GlobalData has, in its latest report, predicted that the global market for military land vehicles will expand at a compound annual growth rate of 4.2%... 


Latest theory and practice in the spotlight at analytica Lab Africa 2023
27th June 2023

New approaches, best practice and innovative technologies will come under discussion at the jam-packed Exhibitor Forum at analytica Lab Africa in Midrand next week. analytica Lab Africa, the only... 


MUT adds a new Engineering academic programme
27th June 2023

The University continues to strengthen its academic position by revising its existing academic programmes on a regular basis, as required by the government and other regulating bodies, and also by... 


Hyper-Personalisation at a Grand Scale – South Africa Survey Shows Gaps
26th June 2023

FICO and Forrester Consulting research shows need to improve processes in banks Hyper-personalization is now front-of-mind among banking boardrooms. It’s also a minimum mandatory expectation among... 


Schneider Electric and H2-Enterprises Join Forces to Advance Clean Hydrogen Solutions for Buildings in the Middle East and Africa
26th June 2023

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with H2-Enterprises to explore... 


Schneider Electric, H2-Enterprises to advance clean hydrogen solutions
23rd June 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Digital and automation company Schneider Electric has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with integrated energy company H2-Enterprises to explore and develop solutions for energy supply and... 


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Digitisation, sustainability pivotal to bolstering food & beverage industry
23rd June 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

There are various trends that are currently impacting the food and beverage (F&B) industry and digital automation and energy management company Schneider Electric has solutions that can assist to... 


Load shedding, exchange rate challenges face scientific instruments sector, but growth opportunities remain
23rd June 2023

South Africa’s analytical and scientific instruments sector is facing significant challenges due to rising costs, exchange rate fluctuations, load shedding and specialised skills shortages.... 


The role of process automation with the establishment, ongoing management and maintenance of solar farms
23rd June 2023

By Hennie Colyn, direct sales executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric  The establishment of solar farms continue to grow in South Africa, with Eskom’s renewable statistics page... 


How technology enables businesses to fight fraud without impacting customer experience
23rd June 2023

By Mark Wells, Chief Customer Officer, Experian Africa The continual growth in online fraud has led to a shift in Financial Services and Telecommunications business priorities. Experian’s latest... 


Electronic pressure switch for hygienic applications
23rd June 2023

The WIKA PSD-4 electronic pressure switch is the universal solution for industrial automation tasks – also in hygienic applications and under harsh conditions. Thanks to EHEDG and 3-A... 


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Omron’s commitment to zero-defect manufacturing, eco-design directives and sustainable solutions demonstrates its dedication to advancing green building
Ecological practices ensure ‘greener’ future
23rd June 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

With a commitment to zero-defect manufacturing and an adherence to the European Union Ecodesign Directive – which establishes ecological-design (eco-design) requirements for energy-related products... 


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ESAB expands South African presence
23rd June 2023

ESAB South Africa, the leading supplier of high-end welding and cutting products to the Southern African industrial market is based in Elandsfontien, Germiston, on a 5000m2 state of the art... 


Vigilance and Preparedness – staying ahead in a rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape
22nd June 2023

The importance of data for today’s business cannot be overstated, and when it comes to cybersecurity, complacency can be your worst enemy. Being vigilant to the threats in the cybercrime landscape,... 


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Northern Star approves A$1.5bn KCGM expansion
22nd June 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

The board of gold miner Northern Star Resources has approved a A$1.5-billion investment into the Kalgoorlie Consolidated Gold Mines (KCGM) mill expansion project. The expansion project would... 


Schneider Electric and H2-Enterprises Join Forces to Advance Clean Hydrogen Solutions for Buildings in the Middle East and Africa
21st June 2023

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with H2-Enterprises to explore... 


Praveen Govender
Fibre connectivity is the key to unlocking SA’s potential
21st June 2023

By Praveen Govender, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at DFA Fibre connectivity is solving some of South Africa’s most pressing challenges, playing a significant part in empowering and uplifting... 


SKF boosts its condition monitoring portfolio with the latest and most powerful diagnostic tool - SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX  
20th June 2023

SKF has extended its Microlog Analyzer family of data collection devices with the recent introduction of the new SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX. This powerful tool offers faster measurement collection... 


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New construction drill rig
19th June 2023

A new surface radio remote drill rig has recently been launched, offering a range of features and digital functions that aim to increase fuel savings and reduce the impact on the environment.... 


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Apt investment in green hydrogen can provide full employment, FT Hydrogen Summit hears
19th June 2023 By: Martin Creamer

Proper investment in green hydrogen generation has the potential to provide full employment and economic growth for decades to come as well as protect the planet from devastating climate change,... 


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Expanding access to drive technology
19th June 2023

Drive technology and drive automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa says that it is expanding its presence in Africa, while developing local expertise and rolling out its latest technology.... 


Inner Mongolia Chuangyuan Plate orders two 6-high CVC® plus-aluminum cold rolling mills from SMS group at METEC trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany
19th June 2023

(Virtual Showroom): Inner Mongolia Chuangyuan Plate Co., Ltd. awarded a new contract to SMS group during METEC trade fair 2023 in Dusseldorf. The deal covers one complete set of 1,850 millimeter... 


Propak Cape to spotlight latest packaging and related industry trends 
19th June 2023

Taking place at the Cape Town International Conference Centre (CTICC) from 24-26 October, Propak Cape will put the spotlight on the latest trends across the packaging, food processing, plastics,... 


CGS environmental junior scientist Koena Ramasenya
CGS inspires next generation of young professionals as it spotlights two of its own
16th June 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

The engineering, environmental, mining and industrial sectors in South Africa and broader Africa are undergoing a dynamic transformation with the emergence of a new generation of young... 


New AI industry association launched in South Africa
16th June 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

A new industry body focused on promoting the advancement of responsible artificial intelligence (AI) in South Africa has been launched. The South African Artificial Intelligence Association (SAAIA)... 


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Mining’s inability to absorb youth raises questions about its sustainability
16th June 2023 By: Nadine James

High youth unemployment, combined with a national skills shortage and the fact that just over a third of the population is between 15 and 35 years old, means that South Africa – already contending... 


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Largest top hammer drill rig arrives in Southern Africa
15th June 2023

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has announced its introduction of the first Pantera DP1600i drill rig in Southern Africa. Said to be the largest top hammer drill on the market, it is capable of... 


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A Guide to Tank Cleaning Automation
15th June 2023

Automating the cleaning of tanks, totes, vats, vessels or any other type of container offers many benefits. Typically, the top reason to automate is to improve cleaning thoroughness. However, the... 


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Mining’s inability to absorb youth raises questions about its sustainability
15th June 2023 By: Nadine James

High youth unemployment, combined with a national skills shortage and the fact that just over a third of the population is between 15 and 35 years old, means that South Africa – already contending... 


Festo celebrates 50 years in the African market: A look at the company’s impact and growth
13th June 2023

Festo Holdings Group is a worldwide automation giant which was founded in 1925. Although it had been operating in South Africa through a distributor before 1973, Dr Wilfried Stoll (General Manager... 


Loadshedding, exchange rate challenges face scientific instruments sector, but growth opportunities remain
12th June 2023

South Africa’s analytical and scientific instruments sector is facing significant challenges due to rising costs, exchange rate fluctuations, load shedding and specialised skills shortages.... 


Schneider Electric supports Youth Month – launches free online courses to accelerate access to education
12th June 2023

This year’s Youth Month theme Accelerating youth economic emancipation for a sustainable future places the spotlight on the importance of empowering today’s youth with the knowledge and skills to... 


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Diagnostic tool added to condition monitoring portfolio
11th June 2023

SKF has extended its range of data collection devices with a new model that it says offers faster measurement collection and greater diagnostic power. The new SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX tool can be... 


Epiroc launches Deep Automation, the next step in automation solutions for underground material handling
8th June 2023

Deep Automation is Epiroc’s cutting-edge set of automation systems and applications, used to orchestrate loaders and trucks in underground mining operations. Developed with interoperability in... 


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Tech skills shortage an existential threat to the global mining industry
7th June 2023 By: Darren Parker

A severe talent shortage is becoming a near existential challenge for mining companies globally, according to auditing firm PwC’s ‘Mine 2023: The era of reinvention’ report.  In a presentation on... 


Red Hat launches new range of AI-powered app platforms, tools
7th June 2023 By: Schalk Burger

Enterprise open source platform company Red Hat has launched a range of new application (app) management platforms and tools that are powered by machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) to... 


Scaling key to alleviating industrial capital constraints, accelerating decarbonisation
6th June 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Many of the challenges being faced in industrial environments can be solved by upscaling, software company Industry Software Solutions and Support (IS³) MD Dion Govender has said. In an address to... 


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X-Change 2023 focuses on sustainability, building connected industrial ecosystems
5th June 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Building on last year’s theme of “creating digital champions”, software company Industry Software Solutions and Support (IS³) has turned its focus to sustainability at this year’s X-Change 2023... 


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IATA releases roadmaps for the route to net-zero carbon emissions aviation by 2050
5th June 2023 By: Rebecca Campbell

The International Air Transport Association (IATA), which is the global representative body for the airline industry and is currently holding its annual general meeting in Istanbul, Türkiye, has... 


Amtec expands range with Schneider Electric solar benches as renewables sector explodes
Amtec expands range with Schneider Electric solar benches as renewables sector explodes
4th June 2023 By: Tracy Hancock

Gauteng educational engineering equipment manufacturer Amtec Techniquip is expanding its range of didactic training benches, in response to the increased need for training in the renewable energy... 


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