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In tight race to market, EVs becoming less green – research report
17th June 2022 By: Irma Venter

Independent research into electric vehicle (EV) development has found that most automotive companies are more focused on improving range and reducing costs than improving the carbon footprint of... 


Corrocoat SA
Corrocoat SA
10th June 2022

With more than 35 years of experience, coupled with over a million square metres of successfully applied ultra-heavy-duty chemical, abrasion and impact-resistant coatings and linings, all... 


A cross section of a metal pipe with two angles that was coated internally using a new technique offered by coatings company Corrocoat
Coating firm awarded corrosion prevention contract
10th June 2022

Last month, anti-corrosion coatings manufacturer Corrocoat announced it has been awarded a contract to protect 300 new pipe spools of various dimensions by a multinational energy client. The... 


Firm part of offshore project
10th June 2022

Global leader and reference in heavy lifting and engineered transport Sarens, in a press release released in May, reaffirmed its position as an important partner in large-scale projects, citing its... 


Multiple DWS water projects advancing – Mchunu
3rd June 2022 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is making progress on several projects under way. Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu, speaking during his Budget Vote in May, said that the... 


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Water solutions for Makana Municipality
27th May 2022

Water service utility Amatola Water, Makana municipality and consulting engineering company Bosch Projects continue to work hard to solve the water shortages in Makhanda, formerly Grahamstown, in... 


A mine vehicle moving into the mouth of the Ghaghoo mine in Botswana which is up on offer by Gem Diamonds
JV stalls, but still on offer
27th May 2022

Diamond exploration company Botswana Diamonds (BOD) announced earlier this month that, despite intensive advanced and ongoing discussions with interested parties, the board has been unable to... 


Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Ebrahim Patel
Forum set up to improve cooperation between Eskom, Transnet and domestic industrialists
20th May 2022 By: Terence Creamer

A new forum comprising Eskom, Transnet and domestic industrialists is to be established to improve collaboration between the two large infrastructure-focused State-owned companies and domestic... 


Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan
Gordhan reports yet another sabotage incident at Hendrina power station
20th May 2022 By: Terence Creamer

A day after Eskom confirmed incidents of sabotage at its Tutuka power station, Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan alleged that another incident of sabotage had taken place at the Hendrina... 


A spray nozzle affixed to a ceiling spraying a large amount of mist water as a fire suppression system offered by Danfoss Fore Safety
Water mist tech to be presented at event
20th May 2022

Multinational engineering and manufacturing company Danfoss Fire Safety – part of the Danfoss Group – will be presenting a session at the Firexpo South Africa 2022 being held from May 31 to June 02... 


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Southern Africa deemed highly prospective for diamonds
20th May 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

Diamond exploration and project development company Botswana Diamonds regards Southern Africa as one of the most prospective destinations for diamonds globally. The Kalahari region of Botswana has... 


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EMVAfrica
20th May 2022 By: Creamer Media Reporter

EMV Africa this year celebrates 30 years of service excellence, supplying the market with top-quality industrial stainless steel and valves since 1992.  Founder Hugh Witty established Energy Metals... 


Critical role of galvanized steel in the mining industry
19th May 2022

The mining industry requires a significant investment in infrastructure to be as efficient and as productive as possible. This is where galvanized steel plays a critical role, reports Simon Norton,... 


Steinmüller Africa transforms lives at Vukanini Primary School in Bethal, Mpumalanga
19th May 2022

Steinmüller Africa recently sponsored the refurbishment of Vukanini Primary School, neighbouring the company’s Bethal-based facility. The official handover, attended by one of Steinmüller Africa... 


The trusted manufacturing partner for the agricultural industry
13th May 2022

For the past 28 years, proudly South African manufacturer Fabrinox has been a trusted partner of choice for the agricultural industry. Our wide range of capabilities includes the manufacturing of... 


Multotec’s subsidiaries in Botswana, Mozambique, Zambia and Ghana employ over 200 local people
High expectations drive Multotec’s Africa journey
12th May 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

Two decades of concerted investment in subsidiaries across Africa gives minerals processing equipment specialist Multotec a world class foundation from which to serve mines. Multotec MD Jaco du... 


Ghaghoo sale falls through, but Botswana Diamonds remains hopeful of a future deal
11th May 2022 By: Donna Slater

Aim- and BSE-listed diamond explorer Botswana Diamonds reports that, despite intensive advanced and ongoing discussions with interested parties, its board has been unable to secure a new joint... 


Perkoa workers still missing – Trevali
10th May 2022 By: Mariaan Webb

TSX-listed Trevali Mining said on Monday that it had not yet been able to locate any of the eight underground workers who went missing when the Perkoa mine, in Burkina Faso, flooded three weeks... 


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Underground surveying critical in mining
6th May 2022

Specialist utility services company Bosch Munitech provides specialist utility services that include underground utility detection (UUD) which is essential for providing accurate information on... 


Botswana Diamonds discovers largest anomaly to date at Thorny River project
4th May 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Aim- and BSE-listed Botswana Diamonds’ ground geophysics survey on its Thorny River property in South Africa has led to the discovery of the largest anomaly to date on the project, consistent with... 


An image of the Mandela Mining Precinct Test Mine
Precinct pursues implementable solutions
29th April 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

Public–private partnership Mandela Mining Precinct (MMP) has strengthened its focus on developing and sourcing implementable solutions for the mining industry. The precinct has shifted its focus,... 


Gem CEO Clifford Elphick
Gem Diamonds reports higher revenue despite lower prices
21st April 2022 By: Darren Parker

LSE-listed diamond producer Gem Diamonds sold 28 461 ct of diamonds during the quarter ended March 31, up from 24 790 ct sold in the quarter ended December 31. It generated revenue of $52.1-million... 


Santos sets new production records
21st April 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Oil and gas major Santos has reported record production of 26-million barrels oil equivalent during the three months ended March. Production in the first quarter of 2022 was up 14% on the December... 


Lucapa advancing Lulo kimberlite sampling
8th April 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Diamond miner Lucapa has completed construction of crushing circuit of the standalone kimberlite bulk sampling plant at its Lulo operation, in Angola. The full stand-alone plant is scheduled for... 


Improved safety, precision for bolted connections
8th April 2022

Engineering solutions provider BMG’s Fasteners, Tools & Equipment division has extended its range of wrenches to include a new generation of cordless torque wrenches from Gedore Torque Solutions,... 


Image of Sappi’s Saiccor mill
Expansion secures company’s position in growing market
1st April 2022 By: Cameron Mackay

With the global increase in the demand for dissolving pulp, paper and pulp company Sappi’s current business strategy for local growth is focused on the R7.7-billion expansion project at its Saiccor... 


BlueRock raises £2.1m to implement new mining plan at Kareevlei
31st March 2022 By: Creamer Media Reporter

South African diamond miner BlueRock Diamonds, which is listed on the London Aim and operates the Kareevlei mine, in Kimberley, in the Northern Cape, has raised £2.1-million through the placing of... 


A white round bearing part for a pump made out of specialised material called vesconite
Vesconite pump parts decrease lead leaching
25th March 2022

As part of its drive to be part of a global programme to reduce lead exposure from drinking water, polymer bushing manufacturer Vesconite Bearings produces products resistant to... 


A SundWASH high pressure wash-down systems for food and beverage applications
Pump system showcased at expo
25th March 2022

International pumps and compressors designer and manufacturer Sundyne showcased its SundWASH high pressure wash-down systems for food and beverage applications at the International Production &... 


Sector expected to grow from ICT trade
18th March 2022

Market research organisation Kenneth Research last month released a report which showed that the petrochemicals and polymers market is anticipated to grow, primarily on the growth in trade of... 


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Maintenance can reduce water pollution
18th March 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

The “callous waste and pollution of water” should be given more attention, and the necessary steps to prevent that, such as the maintenance of pipelines, should be prioritised, says Southern... 


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Inspections, solutions specialist expands in water sector
18th March 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

Material testing and inspection services specialist Dekra Industrial has expanded its services to the water industry. The company saw a need for its non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection... 


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Metals sector urged to seize South Africa’s beckoning Steel Master Plan opportunity
16th March 2022 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa’s historic metals sector employer organisation on Wednesday urged all the sector’s employer bodies to roll up their sleeves on May 19 and 20 and get their teeth into the Steel Master... 


Hillside Artisan Academy – Putting the art back into artisanship
15th March 2022

Hill Side Artisan Academy is positive for the future. The Hydra Arc Group is a proudly South African business that has proved through developing local skills and paying attention to quality and... 


Black and yellow Hyundai crawler excavator machine excavating earth
Group stays afloat amid challenges
11th March 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Equipment distributor Capital Equipment Group (CEG) has maintained its success in the South African construction industry despite challenging economic conditions, global supply issues and... 


An image of Zwick's TRI-SHARK Triple-Off-Set valve
Control valves offer multiple advantages
11th March 2022

Triple Eccentric Valves, also known as Triple-Off-Set valves (TOV), are gaining  popularity owing to interest in zero leakage valves for open/close functionality. German valves manufacturer Zwick... 


Image of cobalt metal nuggets
Electra Battery Metals Material Park, Canada – update
11th March 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Electra Battery Metals Corporation announced a financial commitment of C$250 000 from the Canada government in March 2022 in support of a recently announced battery materials park study. 


Multotec's RAMA™ is a giant step in precision sampling
9th March 2022

With its latest sampling system that aligns with metallurgical accounting standards, minerals processing equipment leader Multotec now offers unprecedented levels of accuracy for effective plant... 


A pile of kimberlite stones which are the general ore from which diamonds are mined
Kimberlite research could help reverse emissions
4th March 2022 By: Halima Frost

Global diamond corporation Alrosa Group is working with Russia’s leading research centres to study the carbon dioxide (CO2) absorption capabilities of kimberlite to determine whether it could... 


A photo of an MRS mobile pump set
Pump rental added to service offering
4th February 2022 By: Darren Parker

Mechanical seals, pumps and complementary pumps products supplier Mechanical Rotating Solutions (MRS) has added rental mobile pump sets to its core business offering. The company had its first... 


Company supplies HDPE pipes for new road in Ogiek
28th January 2022

The construction of the new road near Ogiek Secondary School, which is nearly complete, is set to transform the Ogiek community in Njoro, Nakuru County in Kenya by giving them easier access to... 


A photo of a Thos Begbie smelter component
Local furnace builder playing its part in global urban mining
27th January 2022 By: Darren Parker

Foundry and engineering company Thos Begbie is supporting recycling and the circular economy by supplying specialist critical components for pyrometallurgical smelting in furnaces designed for... 


Image of diamond anomoly at Throny River
Thorny River diamond dyke project, South Africa – update
21st January 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Botswana Diamonds has completed a preliminary kimberlite assessment on the Thorny River prospect. 


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