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SIEMAG TECBERG to win its first contract for shaft-hoisting systems in Kazakhstan
18th March 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

In December 2020, SIEMAG TECBERG and TNC Kazchrome JSC signed a contract for the delivery of shaft hoisting systems. Kazchrome is a fully integrated mining and metallurgical company in Kazakhstan... 


Bell expands collaboration in autonomous control project
1st March 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

A focus on improving ease of operation to provide more efficient and safer Articulated Dump Trucks (ADTs) has consistently kept Bell Equipment at the forefront of innovation. The global ADT... 


Ceenex helps Thembisile Hani Local Municipality deliver water to parched areas of Mpumalanga
25th February 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Ceenex, a leading South African engineering consultancy, is assisting Thembisile Hani Local Municipality provide a reliable and secure supply of water to parched areas of Mpumalanga, including... 


Aisle Master-OP order picker, developed by Combilift
Electric order picker launched
12th February 2021

A new stand-on electric-powered order picker designed to combine the advantages of a narrow aisle articulated forklift and a traditional order picker, offers versatile operation in warehousing... 


Lift built for stringent environmental regulations
5th February 2021

Mobile elevating work platforms manufacturer JLG Industries has made available to the access industry its environment-friendly all-electric DaVinci AE1932 scissor lift. JLG mobile elevating work... 


Hudaco CEO Graham Dunford
Hudaco says business remains ‘solid’, despite trauma, hardship of 2020
29th January 2021 By: Simone Liedtke

Describing 2020 as “a year of great trauma and hardship for people the world over”, branded automotive, industrial and electronic consumable product importer and distributor Hudaco’s headline... 


100 YEAR GUARANTEE Science has since proven that HDPE pipes, such as Weholite will last over 100 years.
Company offers HDPE pipes for sanitation in Kenya
22nd January 2021

Bringing innovative solutions and providing and maintaining safe off-site and decentralised sanitation systems cannot happen without new investment and human technical capacity – which is... 


The digital sensor age is here
6th January 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Danfoss has engineered solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways—driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow, since 1933. Danfoss produces more than 250,000 products in... 


ABB’s Ability Safety Plus for hoists ensures the highest level of personnel and equipment safety
Highest level hoist safety for mining sector
27th November 2020

SPONSORED POST (Virtual Showroom): Global technology company ABB has announced the market launch of the first Safety Integrity Level 3 (SIL 3) certified mine hoist brake system, hoist monitor and... 


FRESH AIR The Titan 
Power Breather is a high flow breather which is perfect for tank farms and large flow applications
Range of solutions ensures clean fluids
27th November 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Engineering solutions provider BMG’s Fluid Technology division’s filtration solutions comprise a range of fluid power components and systems. These solutions are supported by the team’s broad... 


Parker’s SCFF couplings avoid loss of fluid and help protect the environment
2nd November 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, is expanding its FlatFace offering with the SCFF series. The SCFF series of couplings offers users a number of benefits... 


CRUSHING IT
The Sandvik 800i series cone crushers come with the new generation automation and connectivity system as standard
Safety a major driver for innovation in crushing
2nd October 2020 By: Darren Parker

An increased focus on safety is one of the key driving factors behind innovation and development in original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology’s crushing and screening... 


GREATER ACCESSIBILITY
The enclosure design is not only state-of-the-art, but also takes into account all aspects of operational safety while also ensuring better machine accessibility
Press tech allows for high-quality extrusions
25th September 2020

Metallurgical industry plant and integrated systems provider SMS group recently received the final acceptance certificate from aluminum frames supplier Garner Aluminium Extrusions (Garnalex). The... 


BACKED UP
The Warman WRT impeller and throatbush is a culmination of decades of research into wear patterns and hydraulic performance of the Warman AH pump’s impeller and throatbush
OEM keeps miners’ cost consciousness top of mind
11th September 2020 By: Marleny Arnoldi

At a time when mines have come under even more pressure to maintain profitability and sustainability, original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Weir Minerals Africa has put operational cost reduction... 


WEIR MINERALS AFRICA
WEIR MINERALS AFRICA
4th September 2020

Weir Minerals Africa is the market leader in slurry handling equipment with an unrivalled installed base of Warman centrifugal slurry pumps across Africa. The company offers a wide range of... 


RAISING STANDARDS
BMG works closely with the food and beverage sector to raise hygiene standards throughout the food and logistics chain
Company provides support for food sector during pandemic
14th August 2020

Engineering solutions specialist BMG provides critical engineering support to ensure safe and efficient food and beverage production and handling during the Covid-19 pandemic, says BMG group... 


DECREASE USE
The food and beverage sector faces increasingly stringent environmental legislation, with the consequent need to drive water demand down to a minimum
Technology to mitigate water- treatment challenges
14th August 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

The 2030 Water Resources Group - hosted by the World Bank - held a webinar last month to showcase three international technologies that can help the food and beverage sector rise above business... 


British govt announces funding to develop advanced modular nuclear reactors
24th July 2020 By: Rebecca Campbell

The British government announced on July 10 that it was awarding funding of £40-million for the development of advanced modular nuclear reactors (AMRs) and associated technologies. This was part of... 


BUCKET-LOAD OF IMPROVEMENTS
The new Cat 6060 features updated engines, improved hydraulics, heavy-duty structures and undercarriage, Cat electronics and a state-of-the-art cab
Next-generation shovel designed for better performance
17th July 2020 By: Darren Parker

Original-equipment manufacturer Caterpillar opened orders for its next generation Cat 6060 hydraulic mining shovel late last year, although none have been sold in Africa yet. Caterpillar hydraulic... 


DEPARTMENT OF MYSTERIES
Hydraulics is often perceived as a somewhat mysterious field of expertise
More skilled experts needed in hydraulics sector
17th July 2020 By: Darren Parker

The hydraulics sector in South Africa could benefit from more highly skilled hydraulics experts, says hydraulics company Axiom Hydraulics GM Eugene Tondolo. “The hydraulics sector is unique in that... 


ASTRID STRAUSSNER
The traditional education system is still important, although it needs to adopt new ways of delivering its content
4IR skills map way forward
17th July 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

With continuous improvements in technology, there is a need for concurrent upskilling across all sectors, especially as the reality of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) has set in locally. 


The Rhino 100 offers improved mobility and drilling speed
Plug-and-drill raiseborer offers mobility and speed
3rd July 2020

In response to customer requests for a different approach to the raise drilling and blasting sequence, a mobile ‘plug-and-drill’ raiseborer has been launched. The new mobile unit is said to offer... 


OPTIMAL FILTRATION
The VPX filter treats slurry materials, thereby increasing economic efficiency and social responsibility
Bigger, stronger filters advance tailings solution
3rd July 2020 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

Mining equipment manufacturer Metso has sought to advance its tailings management solution by launching the bigger and stronger VPX filter. 


Equipment supplier offers range of hoses and fittings
26th June 2020

The Eaton Winner hydraulic braided and spiral hose and fittings distributed locally by industrial equipment supplier BMG meet stringent industry standards for pressure, temperature and abrasion... 


WIKA's PSM-700 pressure switch
Pressure switch withstands higher process temperatures
3rd June 2020

A pressure switch with a large adjustable switch differential is now able to withstand higher process temperatures than previous models. WIKA’s PSM-700 pressure switch is designed for control and... 


HIGHLY ACTIVE 
HPE’s McCloskey conveyor systems have been designed for high productivity and easy mobility in many industries
System boosts operation
29th May 2020

Equipment supplier High Power Equipment (HPE) Africa’s McCloskey conveyor systems, which complement HPE’s range of crushing and screening plants, have been designed for high productivity and easy... 


Hudaco unlikely to pay dividend as Covid-19 impacts businesses
21st May 2020 By: Donna Slater

Branded automotive, industrial and electronic consumable product importer and distributor Hudaco reports, that despite business disruptions as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, its business... 


Weir Minerals’ one-of-a-kind engineering expertise
19th May 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Weir Minerals’ expert integrated solutions team combine diverse experience from comminution to tailings, from chemistry to hydraulics, to deliver a reliable solution that solves its customers’ most... 


POWERING ON
Bearings International’s Durban branch stocks a range of bearings, electric motors, gearboxes, lubricants, seals, tools and power transmission products for several industries
KwaZulu-Natal vital for bearing distributor growth
1st May 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Power transmission products distributor Bearings International (BI) has earmarked KwaZulu-Natal as a key growth area for its business going forward. 


LARGE FOOTPRINT 
Hydroscand South Africa is the approved supplier to some of the very large global original-equipment manufacturers operating in sub-Saharan Africa
Company eyes mining sector growth
1st May 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Hydraulic hoses and fluid components supplier Hydroscand South Africa (SA) is looking to increase its market share in the mining sector through partnering with initiatives in the local communities... 


Newly launched tamtron timber scale
24th April 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

We wish to introduce you to the new TAMTRON ONE TIMBER SCALE specifically developed for the forestry, saw milling industry and timber truckers to increase productivity by weighing loads accurately... 


COVID-19: Gekko co-founder develops ventilator prototype
1st April 2020

A group of collaborators in Ballarat have formed a response group seeking to both deliver a viable and suitable ventilator for both local use and potential global application. Successful inventor,... 


Fears over handwashing in Africa to stem coronavirus seen as trigger for change
22nd March 2020 By: Reuters

People globally are being told to wash their hands to fight the spread of coronavirus but in Africa many can't, experts said, urging states to use the pandemic as a reason to finally push for... 


UNDER THE PUMP
Werner Pumps has managed to increase its turnaround time, to relieve the pressure of increased demand, by upgrading its facilities
Facility upgrades help to ramp up supply
20th March 2020 By: Halima Frost

Local high pressure pump supplier Werner South Africa Pumps & Equipment has successfully improved its turnaround time from between four and six months to between two and three months to manufacture... 


Japan provides grant funding for South African grassroots organisations
20th March 2020 By: Rebecca Campbell

Japan has supported socioeconomic development and support programmes at the grassroots level in South Africa for more than a quarter century, Japanese Ambassador Norio Maruyama pointed out... 


Sintech
Sintech
19th March 2020

Sintech services and supports a range of products, imported from around the globe. Since its establishment in 1984, four key suppliers have been instrumental in Sintech’s growth in the earthmoving... 


Japan signs aid funding contracts with South African grassroots organisations
Japan signs aid funding contracts with South African grassroots organisations
10th March 2020 By: Rebecca Campbell

Japan has supported socioeconomic development and support programmes at the grassroots level in South Africa for more than a quarter century, Japanese Ambassador Norio Maruyama pointed out on... 


Hudaco Group - adding value in niche markets
Hudaco Group - adding value in niche markets
10th March 2020

Hudaco Industries is a South African group specialising in importing and distributing high-quality branded automotive, industrial and electrical consumable products, mainly in the southern African... 


South African-built Flsmidth Feeder Breaker Excels In Chile
South African-built Flsmidth Feeder Breaker Excels In Chile
18th February 2020

Engineered to be adaptable to almost any situation, FLSmidth Buffalo™ Feeder Breakers are as reliable as they are efficient – even in harsh operating conditions. In an application on a potash mine... 


Donaldson promotes its full range of OE qualified hydraulic filtration solutions via its brand web page
18th February 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), a leading worldwide manufacturer of innovative filtration products and solutions, is announcing the release of its hydraulics focused landing page in eight... 


SHAUN COMBRINCK
Improved efficiency and safety are part and parcel of embracing disruptive technology
Disruptive tech can take industry forward
24th January 2020 By: Darren Parker

Mining industry decision-makers need to be more disruptive in their thinking to successfully bring optimisation and investment to the increasingly digitised African mining sector, says transmission... 


Desirable school subjects
24th January 2020 By: Terry Mackenzie-hoy

Last week, Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga said that select schools would be piloting subjects such as robotics this year and, if successful, the subjects could be rolled out to public... 


African cities bet on new technology to fix growing water shortages
11th December 2019 By: Reuters

From solar-powered ground pumps to 3D-printed filters, new technology can help solve water shortages in African cities facing rapid growth, entrepreneurs and policymakers said. These were among the... 


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