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Wear-resistant conveyor introduced
28th May 2021

Designer and manufacturer of bulk handling equipment Flexicon has introduced a wear-resistant flexible screw conveyor which comprises a carbon steel conveyor tube, heavy-duty flexible screw, and... 


Short-term rental solutions offered
28th May 2021 By: Khutso Maphatsoe

Forklifts and materials handling equipment supplier Goscor Lift Truck Company (GLTC) offers companies short-term rental solutions for its equipment. “The importance of flexibility cannot be... 


Tippers assist materials transport
28th May 2021 By: Khutso Maphatsoe

Niche container products supplier Specialised Container Agencies (SCA) designs and manufactures a range of containerised bulk materials handling equipment that ensures safe and efficient offloading... 


KEEP IT CLEAN
Averda, which has extensive medical waste treatment facilities located in City Deep Johannesburg, Klerksdorp, George and Killarney Gardens has made provision for the possible third Covid-19 wave
Company ready for Covid-19 medical waste surge
21st May 2021 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

Waste and recycling company Averda says it has treated more than 600 000 kg of Covid-19 waste in January this year. “This represents a significant increase in the volume of medical waste, compared... 


Depth of engineering capacity underpins mining
19th May 2021

Engineering remains the backbone of mining, and is a focus that Murray & Roberts Cementation continues to prioritise through its extensive capabilities in engineering services. “More than ever, our... 


South Australia makes hydrogen plans at Port Bonython
18th May 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

The South Australian government is calling for expressions of interest (EoI) to develop land at one of the region’s most prospective hydrogen export hubs, Port Bonython. Treasurer Rob Lucas said... 


The world economy is suddenly running low on everything
17th May 2021 By: Bloomberg

A year ago, as the pandemic ravaged country after country and economies shuddered, consumers were the ones panic-buying. Today, on the rebound, it’s companies furiously stocking up. Mattress... 


Too cold to handle? Race is on to pioneer shipping of hydrogen
12th May 2021 By: Reuters

Hydrogen is touted as an inevitable green fuel of the future. Tell that to the people who'll have to ship it across the globe at hyper-cold temperatures close to those in outer space. Yet that is... 


HEAVY DUTY
BLT WORLD’s Meclift heavy duty variable reach trucks increase efficiency and safety during materials handling procedures in automotive plants
Equipment ensures plant efficiency
16th April 2021

Heavy machinery supplier BLT WORLD distributes and supports a range of materials and container handling equipment, designed for optimum efficiency, reduced operational costs, enhanced safety and... 


AGES LIKE A FINE WINE Over the recommended life span of a structure, stainless steel becomes more economical because of reduced maintenance and refurbishment required
Increase in tanks demand presents challenges
9th April 2021 By: Darren Parker

Despite a global increase in stainless steel tanks production over the past 12 months – particularly for the food and beverage sectors – some subsectors are facing challenges, says stainless steel... 


Pure forms methane/hydrogen JV
6th April 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

ASX-listed Pure Hydrogen has inked a joint venture (JV) agreement with Synergen Met to manufacture hydrogen and carbon products. Using Synergen’s design and built methane decomposition modules,... 


THiS IS SPARTA-CUS
Spartacus the new cutter suction dredger on offer by DEME is said o be the largest of its kind globally
Large dredging contract awarded to Belgium company
26th March 2021

Specialist dredging and offshore service provider DEME announced that at the end of last year it secured a large dredging contract for the Abu Qir port project in Egypt. The project has been... 


UPLIFTING
The mini straddle carriers are capable of lifting containers two high for efficient stacking
New straddle carriers now available in Africa
26th March 2021

Earlier this year, South Africa-based equipment supplier BLT World announced the launch of its new Mobicon 2HL series mini straddle carriers in Africa. Mobicon container handlers – key machines in... 


Grindrod aims for completion of northern Mozambique logistics hub in H1
26th March 2021 By: Irma Venter

Grindrod aims to have its logistics hub in Palma, in northern Mozambique, “up and running” by the end of the first half of this year, says Grindrod Freight Services CEO Xolani Mbambo. Palma is... 


ON TRACK
In order for South Africa to compete globally its rail and port infrastructure needs to be addressed
President addresses need for efficient rail and ports network
5th March 2021 By: Halima Frost

South Africa’s ability to compete in global markets depends on the efficiency of its ports and rail network, President Cyril Ramaphosa said in his State of the Nation address held in Cape Town last... 


Concor, partner awarded MeerKAT/SKA radio telescope construction contract
5th March 2021 By: Rebecca Campbell

South African contractor Concor, in partnership with OptiPower, has been awarded a R212-million contract for the structural foundations and associated infrastructure for 24 additional dishes for... 


SSC disputes Vantage’s plan to self-fund reopening of Lily, Barbrook mines
19th February 2021 By: Donna Slater

Minerals investment company the SSC Group says it will be up to the creditors and affected persons to ultimately decide the way forward for the Lily and Barbrook mines, and not the current owner,... 


New dawn for SA’s  freight rail industry?
New dawn for SA’s freight rail industry?
19th February 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

In this opinion piece, Pulane Tshabalala contents that third-party operator access to State-owned logistics group Transnet’s rail network would, among other benefits, result in improved... 


Vantage Goldfields says gets green light from BRPs to self-fund reopening of Lily, Barbrook mines
16th February 2021 By: Donna Slater

The business rescue practitioners (BRPs) of emerging gold producer Vantage Goldfields, in a February 15 amendment to the adopted business rescue plan, state that they have received an offer from... 


Ford investing R15.8bn to build new Ranger in SA, mulling high-capacity rail corridor
12th February 2021 By: Irma Venter

Ford will invest R15.8-billion in its South African operations to produce the new-generation Ranger pickup at its Silverton assembly plant, in Tshwane, for the local, as well as more than 100... 


Chile copper cathode shipments plagued by rough seas, shortage of containers
11th February 2021 By: Reuters

Rough seas and a shortage of containers have bogged down shipments of copper cathodes from Chile, the world's largest producer of the red metal, and may continue to slow exports, according to a... 


Africa's miners and winemakers toast China's row with Australia
10th February 2021 By: Reuters

For South African winemaker Vergenoegd Löw, the pandemic could have been a disaster but a bitter trade war between China and Australia has thrown the 325-year-old estate a lifeline. Bottles of its... 


Transnet pilots reefer trains to ease road congestion in Cape town
8th February 2021 By: Marleny Arnoldi

To bring about much-needed relief on roads and move goods more efficiently to the ports, Transnet’s Cape Town Container Terminal has piloted an inland operation that will see the haulage of reefer... 


DMRE commemorates five years since Lily mine collapse
5th February 2021 By: Donna Slater

On the fifth anniversary of the Lily mine collapse, the Department of Minerals Resources and Energy (DMRE) conveys its sadness in commemorating the loss of three miners. On February 5, 2016, there... 


ON TRACK
The Capacity tractors offer efficient cargo handling solutions that reduce operating costs
New dashboard assists in efficient cargo handling
29th January 2021

Cargo truck manufacturer Capacity Group introduced a newly designed dashboard with elevated instrumentation, which will reduce driver fatigue and optimise productivity, to its terminal tractors in... 


ATTENTION GIVEN
Port users and cargo owners commended developments made to the Transnet Port Terminals during the course of the year
Progress at Durban terminals commended
29th January 2021

State-owned freight logistics company Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) and network organisation Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) recently took stock of progress made to date at TPT’s... 


A dated picture of the Lily mine decline-shaft entrance before the cave-in occurred
Lily mine not for sale, says Vantage as it plans restart of operations
22nd January 2021 By: Donna Slater

Owner of the shut Barberton-based Lily gold mine, Vantage Goldfields has countered claims made by political organisation ActionSA president Herman Mashaba that the mine has received two bids by... 


GENERATION OPTIMISATION
In addition to cost savings, optimal design for the intended purpose also helps avoid delays in standby power kicking in during power failures for critical operations
Bigger not always better with gensets – OEM
4th December 2020 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Bigger is not always better when considering generators (gensets) and standby power, and it is vital that site-specific power requirements and conditions are taken into account during the design... 


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,... 


SAFE KEEPING 
Strata ERCs safeguard mineworkers if they get trapped underground or if the air-quality in the mine is compromised
Safe, custom-made ERCs increase safety
27th November 2020 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

Increased scrutiny on mine safety and targets for zero harm have ensured that emergency refuge chambers (ERC) have become vital to mining operations, and mining safety solutions provider Strata... 


JUANITA FISHER-HILL
Counterfeit parts neither carry a warranty or guarantee nor do they contain any of the inherent safety features
Counterfeit goods a costly threat to sector
27th November 2020 By: Darren Parker

An influx of inferior-quality competitive electrical connector products into South Africa is a threat to the local manufacturing industry, owing to their unreliability, says electrical connector... 


The case against trademark genericide
27th November 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

In this opinion piece, attorney Jeanine Coetzer argues that proper trademark use and enforcement is essential to retaining the value and strength of a company’s brands Let’s say ‘Zoom’ becomes a... 


Large customised genset for platinum mine
27th October 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Accommodating the space constraints of a South African platinum mining customer, Zest WEG is constructing a large diesel powered generator set to be delivered later this year. The capacity of the... 


Robert Murray
Robert Murray, outspoken coal miner who battled EPA, dies at 80
26th October 2020 By: Bloomberg

Robert Murray, a fourth-generation coal miner who became one of the embattled industry’s most outspoken advocates, has died. He was 80. Murray died early Sunday morning at his home in St.... 


Transnet revamping concessions model to speed up private involvement in rail and ports
Transnet revamping concessions model to speed up private involvement in rail and ports
23rd October 2020 By: Terence Creamer

State-owned freight logistics group Transnet is in the process of overhauling its approach to opening up its port and rail networks, including 8 000-km of branch lines, to private participants,... 


ADDED CONVENIENCE 
All procedures carried out at the company’s plant take place under strict sanitation conditions
Supplier extends packaging and materials handling solutions
16th October 2020

New to container supplier Conceptainer’s range of specialist packaging services is its contract bottling of almost any liquid product, says Conceptainer MD Ken Mouritzen. “The company’s investment... 


RECYCLED WINE BOTTLES 
Company develops packaging solution that is plastic-free and made from recycled wine bottles
E-commerce spurs single-use packaging
16th October 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

The growth of the e-commerce industry has led to demand for protective and branded packaging, says sustainable packaging solutions provider Mielie Mailer cofounder and MD Trent Pike. Unlike... 


NOT SCRAPING THE BOTTOM
The dredging operation at Eramet's Grande Côte operation reported an excellent operating performance for the first half of 2020
Grande Côte operation achieves ‘excellent’ results
9th October 2020

Multinational mining and metallurgy company Eramet 2020 half-year results, released on July 29, noted that its Grande Côte Operation (GCO) built on the “excellent operating performance” of 2019,... 


ROBUST CONTAINER HANDLING
The Taylor XRS-9972 reachstacker, with a high-strength telescopic boom, is designed for versatile operation, enhanced performance and improved safety in busy container handling environments
Container handlers add value to port operations
9th October 2020

Forklift and container handler manufacturer BLT WORLD’s extensive range of container handling equipment encompasses industrial lift trucks supplier Taylor Machine Works loaded and empty container... 


GVK-Siya Zama launches dedicated civils unit
9th October 2020 By: Irma Venter

Construction company GVK-Siya Zama has added a dedicated civils unit to its operational offering.  Through this unit, the company aims to create jobs and improve society by filling the void left by... 


Sandvik launches new RDX5 rock drill
30th September 2020 By: Simone Liedtke

Following the virtual grand opening of its Rock Drill Innovation Centre, in Finland, Swedish mining gear and metal-cutting tools maker Sandvik launched its RDX5 rock drill on September 30. The rock... 


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... 


Covid-19 pushes cloud to forefront
25th September 2020 By: Natasha Odendaal

A new study by World Wide Worx, conducted in partnership with F5, Dell Technologies, Digicloud Africa and Intel, has revealed how the Covid-19 pandemic has elevated cloud computing to the front of... 


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