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SUPPLY AND DEMAND
Rand-Air is supplying a gold-processing and refinery plant with three electric oil-free compressors on a long-term rental basis
Compressors are worth ‘their weight in gold’
12th March 2021 By: Khutso Maphatsoe

Rand-Air recently secured a repeat hire with a long-standing customer in the mining industry; when underground compressors were required, Rand-Air met the customer’s specific requirements, explains... 


Earlier mining activity at the underground Burnstone gold mine, where R2.3-billion is now being invested.
R2.3bn to be spent on Burnstone gold project – Sibanye-Stillwater
5th March 2021 By: Martin Creamer

Capital of R2.3-billion will be spent over 14 years on the Burnstone gold project in Mpumalanga, where two-million ounces of gold are to be mined over 21 years, Sibanye-Stillwater CEO Neal Froneman... 


AngloGold shares strategic growth plan to unlock value across the group’s portfolio
25th February 2021 By: Simone Liedtke

JSE-listed gold miner AngloGold Ashanti continues to deliver on its strategy, with interim CEO Christine Ramon saying the company expects to achieve continued progress guided by a “rigorous capital... 


SORTED The new Steinert KSS XT CLI 100 combination unit sorting plant installed at Navachab, Namibia, is the same as the one installed at the company’s new test and development centre in Pulheim, Germany
Testing plant installed at Namibian gold mine
27th November 2020 By: Darren Parker

Magnetic and sensor sorting solutions company Steinert has set up a new modular testing plant at Navachab gold mine, near Karibib, in Namibia. The company commissioned the plant last month,... 


Local company overcoming power challenges with flow battery system
27th November 2020 By: Schalk Burger

Local electronic printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturer Bosco is using a flow battery energy storage system alongside a rooftop solar energy and a battery management system (BMS) to keep a... 


Pandemic negatively affects vessel testing
27th November 2020 By: Cameron Mackay

The negative impact of Covid-19 on the local economy has resulted in a significant decrease in the testing of air-pressure vessels, says air compression products and services provider Tru... 


MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENTS 
The Fluke ii900 reduces leak detection time and improves reliability on the production line
Leak detection creates ease of maintenance
13th November 2020

Test and management service provider Comtest introduced the Fluke ii900, a handheld sonic industrial imager that enables maintenance to quickly locate air, steam, gas and vacuum leaks in compressed... 


FULLY LOADED
The fibre-optic load-sensing bearings developed by SKF gather data such as load and stress on pumps and compressors at a distance
Fibre-optic tech monitors bearing parameters
6th November 2020 By: Halima Frost

Bearing manufacturer and distributor SKF says its fibre-optic sensing technology used in its bearings to capture their working parameters, is “a world first”. The technology provides instant access... 


AHEAD OF THE CURVE 
By ensuring that the dealership keeps up to date with the latest technology from Atlas Copco, Zenith now supplies the mine with the “cutting-edge” compact and efficient HiLight LED units
Dealer maintains Northern Cape stronghold
23rd October 2020

Atlas Copco dealer Zenith Mining and Industrial Supplies recently secured an order from one of their longstanding key mining customers in the Northern Cape for the supply of five Atlas Copco... 


FILL HER UP FAST
The dispenser built in the Maximator hydrogen filling station design enables cars and trucks to be refuelled in the shortest possible time
Hydrogen filling stations brought to African market
18th September 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

Pressure equipment specialist Superior Pressure Solutions (Spress) has introduced hydrogen technology from German high-pressure systems supplier Maximator to the African market, offering local... 


INSIDE OUT 
The multiple parallel compressor rack system may be designed for either indoor or outdoor use
Parallel compressor systems brought on by tech development
18th September 2020

In the past, individual or single compressor systems were used for most medium and low temperature applications. However, with continuous refrigeration technology development, multiple or parallel... 


Gender diversity needed in industry
28th August 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Even though the equipment rental and construction sector is still male-dominated, the landscape is changing, says compressor and generator supplier Rand-Air GM Kim Coetzee. “. . . about 48% of this... 


SPECIALIST TESTING CAPABILITIES 
C-AIM provides engineering consulting services to assist industry in optimally managing the structural integrity of physical assets over their life cycles
Centre’s expertise can improve asset testing
17th July 2020 By: Cameron Mackay

The Centre for Asset Integrity Management (C-AIM Consult), a business unit of research organisation Enterprises University of Pretoria (UP), can serve the local industry with key capabilities... 


QUALITY ENSURED 
Detroit Compressors provide customers with a five-year warranty on the drive train of a rotary screw compressor and a two-year warranty on the complete unit
Upgrades enhance compressors
10th July 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Tru Compressor Solutions is an authorized distributor of compressor manufacturer Detroit Air Compressors. Detroit has upgraded its DT, DB, and Gen2-DB range of screw compressors to enhance their... 


EASE OF USE 
The compressor has a quick-change coupler connector and a single-turn regulator
Manufacturer introduces quiet cordless compressor
10th July 2020

Harnessing the power, performance, and run time delivered by M18 FUEL technology, heavy-duty, portable electric power tools and accessories manufacturer Milwaukee Tool has developed the industry’s... 


EXTENDED RANGE
The RM220i model is part of Ingersoll Rand’s R-Series compressors, which offer the best of time-proven designs and technologies
Manufacturer launches new rotary screw compressor
10th July 2020

Air compressor manufacturer Ingersoll Rand Company has launched the new RM220i Oil Flooded Rotary Screw Compressor which features a range of cost saving improvements, says air compressor supplier... 


Mincon, Torque Africa celebrate drilling milestone
26th June 2020 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Engineering company Mincon South Africa has achieved a milestone development in exploration drilling with one of its clients, drilling company Torque Africa Exploration. Mincon supported Torque at... 


CRAIG SWART
The new compressor units are ideally suited for applications such as mineral exploration drilling, geothermal drilling, construction and blast hole drilling
New compressors provide faster drilling, reduced fuel costs
19th June 2020

Compressor and generator supplier Rand-Air has acquired two Atlas Copco DrillAir Y1260 variable high pressure (21 bar to 35 bar) compressors. This new technology – from the world’s leading... 


Metric Automotive Engineering
Metric Automotive Engineering
12th June 2020

Metric Automotive Engineering is positioned as a world-class diesel engine component remanufacturer. Well-known in the mining, quarrying, earthworks, construction and railway sectors for its... 


HIGH EFFICIENCY 
The Dyneo motor-drive unit ensures high efficiency levels over the whole operating speed range, especially at speeds below the synchronous speed
Company provides energy efficient solutions for customers
29th May 2020

Electric motors company Vert Energy – exclusive distributors in Southern Africa of electric motor manufacturer Leroy Somer – is committed to providing energy-saving solutions for its diverse... 


Sasol to finalise scope of LCCP unit's repairs in Feb
24th January 2020 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Integrated energy and chemicals company Sasol expects to finalise the scope of, and time needed for, repairs to the low-density polyethylene (LDPE) unit, at its Lake Charles Chemicals Project... 


Company provides solutions for sectioned refinery shutdown
6th December 2019

Generator and compressor rental company Rand Air’s oil-free compressors, portable generators and nitrogen generators ensure ‘well-oiled’ refinery shutdowns, says Rand Air Durban area manager Rudi... 


PURI-FECT
The Flowrox Corona uses cold plasma technology to purify wastewater before being reintroduced into the environment
Water-treatment technology launched in Amsterdam
29th November 2019 By: Halima Frost

Earlier this month, flow control, filtration and environmental technology supplier Flowrox launched its Flowrox Corona non-thermal plasma water-treatment technology at the Aquatech expo, in the... 


Dabeb Engineering
Dabeb Engineering
29th November 2019

Established in 1979, Dabeb Engineering specialises in the design and manufacture of electro-hydraulic actuators.  With over 40 years in the field, the DEA range of actuators has become a unique,... 


PRESSED FOR TIME Rand-Air's compressors are supplied to mines for unexpected shutdowns saving time and money
Compressor company caters well to shutdowns
1st November 2019 By: Halima Frost

With the mining sector accounting for about 30% of its business, generator and compressor rental company Rand-Air notes that it has proven its ability to mitigate some of the challenges that local... 


Atlas Copco Compressor Technique
Atlas Copco Compressor Technique
22nd October 2019

Atlas Copco Compressor Technique specialises in Smart Air Solutions that deliver accurate, quality air at point of use at the lowest possible cost to customers and end-users.  Cutting-edge air, gas... 


Integrated Air Solutions
Integrated Air Solutions
27th September 2019

Integrated Air Solutions is a specialist compressed air solutions provider dedicated to delivering air reliably and efficiently, helping companies achieve their productivity targets and keeping the... 


UPWARDLY MOBILE HySA mobile hydrogen generation, storage and dispensing unit with a hydrogen refuelling nozzle
Hydrogen, fuel cell technologies presenting major platinum beneficiation opportunities
20th September 2019 By: Martin Creamer

The adoption of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies is presenting major beneficiation opportunities for South Africa’s platinum group metals (PGMs) sector, says Hydrogen Infrastructure (HySA)... 


STICK IT
The Optistick complements the V-Drives through enhanced communication ability
V-Drives complement pump control
6th September 2019

Industrial equipment supplier Dulpeix Liquid Meters (DLM) offers the advanced motor control (AMC) and efficient pump control (EPC) V-Drives, which are available in ingress protection (IP) or dust... 


Company calls for better motor standards
30th August 2019 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa should join its peers in adopting a minimum efficiency performance standard (MEPS) for electric motors, says Zest WEG Group rotating machines manager Fanie Steyn. An MEPS is a... 


Opening up on shut downs: Rand-Air takes the stress out of mine shutdown equipment hires
Opening up on shut downs: Rand-Air takes the stress out of mine shutdown equipment hires
27th August 2019

With the vast amounts of capital invested in them, the production pressures on major mines are immense and unscheduled production stoppages need to be avoided at all costs. However, a mine's major... 


INCREASED AIR FLOW
By supplying 3 inches of piping with a header it will increase the flow of air to the customers plant
Additional air compressor installed at pharmaceuticals company
12th July 2019 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Air compressor products distributor and solution provider Tru Compressor Solutions assisted pharmaceutical company Union Swiss in installing an additional 132 kW oil-free air compressor at its... 


Compressors to play important role in new nitrophosphate plant
12th July 2019

Diversified technology provider Johnson Controls’ Sabroe compressors, which power a custom-build ammonia chiller plant, will play an important role in diversified chemicals group Omnia’s newly... 


RELIABLE FLOW
The E-Air range provides a reliable flow of compressed air without any diesel emissions
Company enhances its low emission, low noise E-Air solutions
12th July 2019

Sustainable productivity solutions provider Atlas Copco enhances its low emission, low noise E-Air solutions with electric fixed-speed and variable speed drive (VSD) compressors. Throughout 2019,... 


IDEAL SOLUTIONS
Probe’s air compressors are the ideal solution for those businesses that require air compression for light-duty applications
Competitively priced range launched
12th July 2019

From do-it-yourself enthusiasts and entrepreneurs to small and mid-sized businesses, air compression is often a critical commodity that is integral to the core business offering and as such, it... 


OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE
The smart custom designed and engineered ELGi Neuron Controller allows for seamless remote monitoring and control of the compressor’s overall performance
New electric compressor range introduced
12th July 2019

Compressor solutions provider and distributor Integrated Air Solutions has introduced the EG Series electric air compressor range. The EG Series is a product of air compressor manufacturer ELGi and... 


Company expands rotary screw compressors range
12th July 2019

Industrial equipment supplier Atlas Copco has expanded its range of low-pressure oil-free rotary screw compressors with the addition of the new ZE 3. Specifically manufactured to operate in a broad... 


Company introduces versatile compressor range
12th July 2019

Compressor manufacturer Sauer Compressors celebrates the premiere of a versatile compressor range that combines a number of innovative technologies. The Orkan high-pressure compressors will be... 


The Dilemma of Underground Mining Tyre Choice
10th July 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The primary goal of almost every mine in the world is ore extraction at the lowest possible cost.  To achieve this, the safe delivery of production tons is always the number one priority.... 


COMPLETE SOLUTION 
Afritech Equipment Solutions offer clients on-site turnkey equipment and consumable solutions
Welding industry shows steady growth and stability
21st June 2019 By: Jessica Oosthuizen

The welding industry is more stable, compared with other industries, such as civil engineering and construction, says mainstream industrial plant and equipment rental company Afritech Equipment... 


Atlas Copco
Atlas Copco
14th June 2019 By: Yolande Botes

The Atlas Copco group is an international enterprise with a global reach spanning 180 countries. The company’s products and services focus on productivity, energy efficiency, safety and ergonomics... 


Wet Prime Pumps Win in Mining
13th June 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Mines, quarries and constructions sites deploy portable diesel powered trash pumps to handle excess dirty water. There two types; wet prime pumps, where water is added to the pump chamber to prime... 


ECONOMIC ENDEAVOUR For some small mining companies it is much cheaper to do alluvial mining in the rivers
Manufacturer completes DRC alluvial mining equipment project
7th June 2019 By: Khutso Maphatsoe

Alluvial diamond mining equipment manufacturer PCF Engineering has completed a multimillion-rand project for a client active in the Tshikapa diamond field in the Democratic Republic of Congo, for... 


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