Modern technologies require modern skills to drive employability. We have witnessed the industry evolve from the first industrial revolution to what is currently known as the Fourth Industrial... 

The manufacturing world is gearing up for the most highly anticipated event of the year, the Manufacturing Indaba Conference & Exhibition 2023.  This year's exhibition promises to be bigger and... 

By Caroline Carter The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM) is a professional institute with local and international links aimed at assisting members source information about... 

Niche industrial pumping solution company Verder Pumps South Africa has confirmed that it will be expanding its footprint and network in Namibia and Kenya with two new distribution partners – Aqua... 

Local manufacturers are well positioned to support the South African railway and transportation sector through products, services and maintenance support tailored to the specific needs of the... 

Building out and scaling up a global green hydrogen ecosystem collaboratively is at the heart of an American-Australian business partnership announced this week amid 30-plus countries already... 

Atlas Copco has added a new model to its range of pressure swing adsorption (PSA) nitrogen generators. The NGP 130+ offers a nitrogen flow of 37 Nm³/h to 264 Nm³/h, depending on the selected... 

Positioned as the “future” of idler roller monitoring in conveyor systems, the Smart Mine’s artificial intelligence of things (AIoT) Smart Conveyor solution from automation, hydraulics and mobile... 

Crushing and screening on mines and quarries often entails 24/7 operations where downtime is out of the question. The importance of skilled customer support technicians in maintaining high machine... 

Building on the success of its Quellaveco copper project, touted as the group’s most advanced greenfield mine, Anglo American is channeling this legacy into its Woodsmith project – a deep... 

Chilean industrial conglomerate Sigdo Koppers said it is scouring the market for acquisition targets in North America to grow its share of mining explosives as deteriorating ore grades push up... 

Overcoming the numerous challenges faced by the South African mining industry and ensuring its long-term sustainability and growth will require turning research curiosity into improved performance,... 

Technology group Rubicon aims to expand its electric vehicle (EV) charging network from the current 90 chargers to more than 250 by the end of next year, says e-mobility director Greg Blandford.... 

With this year’s National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturer (NAACAM) Show, driven by the Tshwane Economic Development Agency (TEDA) and held on August 30 and 31, having... 

The use of robotics in manufacturing continues to grow at a rapid rate as businesses invest in automation to remain competitive. PFERD-South Africa national sales manager Dennis Phillips reveals... 

Automation and energy management company Schneider Electric has rejoined the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBSA). The company says the move confirms its commitment to promoting and... 

Skilled worker shortages, government policy settings, rising costs and global economic conditions are among the main concerns for Queensland resources companies, according to a report by the... 

Manufacturing Indaba, Africa's premier manufacturing event, is gearing up to present an exciting showcase of manufacturing excellence and solution providers at its upcoming event. With a commitment... 

Epiroc announces the release of its ground-breaking Automatic Bit Changer (ABC), now available for the Pit Viper 351 blasthole drill rig. Following the success and positive customer feedback from... 

Electricity and automation company Schneider Electric has launched an industry guide to address new physical infrastructure design challenges for data centres to support the shift in artificial... 

London-listed mining services company Capital has announced the award of a significant drilling contract in Nevada, in the US, along with associated rig purchases, as well as an update on the... 

Tiger Brands’ Bakeries business Albany is refreshing its brand positioning and encouraging more people to celebrate their ‘realness’. In the last year, the Tiger Brands Bakeries management team... 

Empowering Growth: Capacity Building for African Manufacturers is a focus area for the upcoming Manufacturing Indaba Conference African manufacturers are coming together to embrace a new era of... 

The use of local stainless steel is crucial to driving demand and the subsequent beneficiation of this highly prized metal, but work still needs to be done to cement the correct specifications of... 

By Dr. Jesper Mellenthin (Virtual Showroom): towards digital transformation in the world of forging. 

In its latest release about news in the platinum industry, the World Platinum Investment Council (WPIC) says electrolyser capacity is ramping up as both production and deployment expand globally,... 

In celebrating its fortieth year of existence, pharmaceutical contract manufacturer Wrapsa has shared the difficulty pharmaceutical manufacturers have with high import duties for active ingredients... 

By Yesh Surjoodeen, Managing Director for HP Southern Africa  In a continent as diverse and dynamic as Africa, businesses are at the forefront of embracing transformative technologies, and... 

As the world grows so, too, does its energy requirements. Shell is committed to meeting those requirements while keeping the needs of the economy, the environment and the people top of mind. An... 

Telecommunications group MTN South Africa is preparing to roll out its fifth-generation (5G) private network communications solution to a larger variety of industries after its success in the... 

Atlas Copco announced the addition of a new model, the NGP 130+, to its PSA nitrogen generator line-up. At the same time, it is introducing next-generation control and automation technology to all... 

Rapid advancements in technology have resulted in the development of sustainable innovations in mining practices, changing how the sector operates. In the wake of the global energy transition,... 

Ensuring cost-competitive operational performance and increasing efficiencies and outputs to improve margins were cited as being key by new African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) CEO Phillip Tobias when he... 

Fundamental factors including increased political stability, growing investment prospects, Industry 4.0 as well as the enforcement of game-changing policies present plentiful opportunities for the... 

Direct Part Marks (DPM) are the intricate language of industry – codes, symbols, and text etched or printed directly onto parts, defying the limitations of labels. Often taking the form of Data... 

Digging up the metals that go into power grids and electric cars is crucial to the energy transition. While the mining industry has plenty of reserves to tap, it faces a worrying shortage of young... 

The aluminium industry is undergoing a transformation driven by the need for sustainability, efficiency, and technological advancements. At the forefront of this transformation, integrated service... 

Food safety hygiene, equipment efficiency, plant modernisation, sustainability and upgrades to reduce downtime are the key focus areas for the food and beverage industry, following increased local... 

As interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) grows, there are expectations that it will be a bigger revolution than the Internet was during the 1990s, says 4Sight CEO Tertius Zitzke. While 2020’s is... 

Powerful and versatile The IIoT controller is a powerful, communicative, and flexible PLC solution in machine and plant digitalisation. Powerful, because at ambient temperatures of up to 55°C, the... 

Conveyor belts are the unsung heroes of various industries, ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of materials, products, and components throughout the manufacturing process. However, the... 

In this article, South African Institute of Electrical Engineers (SAIEE) fellow and deputy president Pascal Motsoasele writes that the institute is poised to lead the charge in championing...