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Issues arise at Aurelia's Peak mine
14th December 2020 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Equipment failure has been detected at ASX-listed Aurelia Metals’ Peak gold and base metals project, in New South Wales, causing interruptions to the shaft operations. The company on Monday said... 


Thorny River diamond dyke project, South Africa – update
Thorny River diamond dyke project, South Africa – update
11th December 2020 By: Sheila Barradas

A recent drilling programme at the Thorny River project has led to the discovery of a new kimberlite blow. 


Lucapa makes another stellar recovery
10th December 2020 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Diamond miner Lucapa has recovered a 101 ct white diamond from its Mothae kimberlite mine in Leshoto. The diamond was measured as D in colour, type IIa, and is the fourth diamond larger than 100... 


Non-stop dewatering under all conditions with Sykes
9th December 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Reliable dewatering underpins the success of projects from construction and mining to municipal works and flood recovery, and this is where Sykes pumps have earned their formidable reputation. “The... 


Kimberlite blow discovered at Botswana Diamonds’ Thorny River prospect
2nd December 2020 By: Donna Slater

A recent drilling programme, targeting an area of 0.4 ha, at Botswana Diamonds’ Thorny River project in Limpopo, in South Africa, has led to the discovery a new kimberlite blow (a small volcanic... 


Botswana Diamonds completes acquisition of Sekaka
30th November 2020 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Dual-listed Botswana Diamonds' (BOD’s) acquisition of Sekaka Diamonds has been completed. Sekaka was Petra’s exploration vehicle in Botswana and holds three prospecting licences in the Central... 


Thorny River diamond dyke project, South Africa
Thorny River diamond dyke project, South Africa
27th November 2020 By: Sheila Barradas

Botswana Diamonds has started drilling at its Thorny River and Marsfontein project areas. 


Botswana Diamonds gets go-ahead to finalise Sekaka Diamonds buyout
16th November 2020 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Dual-listed Botswana Diamonds has announced that all conditions precedent for the acquisition of Sekaka Diamonds have been satisfied. The transaction, first announced in July, has been approved by... 


BETTER AND BETTER
The current revamp project focused primarily on enhancing the repeatability and furthering the development of the welding parameters
Digitalised process takes pipe welding to next level
6th November 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Japanese steel manufacturer JFE Steel Corporation has produced the first pipe at its Fukuyama Works in Japan after the successful revamp of its submerged arc welding stands by metallurgical plant... 


Flowmeters can reduce wasted energy
6th November 2020 By: Cameron Mackay

Specialised importer and distributor of industrial and electronic products Actum Group offers a range of energy efficient products to service a variety of industrial and electric applications. “In... 


End of an era as Argyle delivers its final production
End of an era as Argyle delivers its final production
3rd November 2020 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Mining major Rio Tinto has ceased mining activities at its Argyle diamond mine, in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, after 37 years of operation. “Fifty years ago there were very few... 


The best flowmeter solution for Mining
The best flowmeter solution for Mining
30th October 2020

As the technological leader in non-invasive flow measurement with ultrasonics, FLEXIM strives to offer flexible, reliable, and accurate measurement systems. For over 30 years, FLEXIM has set the... 


Company offers linings, ceramic tile distribution for mining
Company offers linings, ceramic tile distribution for mining
28th October 2020

Mining industry products and solutions provider Aviocean Global’s primary objective is to service and supply quality and cost effective products and solutions to the mining industry, with an extra... 


Gem says higher prices demonstrate improved demand for Letšeng diamonds
Gem says higher prices demonstrate improved demand for Letšeng diamonds
28th October 2020 By: Donna Slater

LSE-listed diamond miner Gem Diamonds has sold 70 559 ct worth of diamonds for the year to date, achieving an average price of $1 908/ct. During the third quarter, the group also unearthed five... 


Key issues in welding stainless steels
23rd October 2020

Most stainless steels have good weldability if some key issues are understood and addressed, correct procedures are followed and expert advice is obtained if the organisation is inexperienced, says... 


UPHILL BATTLE
One of the challenges faced during the project entailed an uphill installation which Zimile Consulting Engineers successfully completed without complications
Expansion set for completion
16th October 2020 By: Halima Frost

Multidisciplinary consulting firm Zimile Consulting Engineers has announced that the expansion of the R14-million bulk water supply project in Underberg, for the Harry Gwala district municipality... 


Prelim results bode well
16th October 2020

Aim- and Botswana Stock Exchange- (BSE-) listed diamond explorer Botswana Diamonds (BOD), last month announced the preliminary results of the next phase of its drilling campaign on the Marsfontein... 


The best flowmeter solution for Mining
The best flowmeter solution for Mining
15th October 2020

As the technological leader in non-invasive flow measurement with ultrasonics, FLEXIM strives to offer flexible, reliable, and accurate measurement systems. For over 30 years, FLEXIM has set the... 


Introducing PIOX: the durable flow measurement solution for harsh industrial applications
Introducing PIOX: the durable flow measurement solution for harsh industrial applications
7th October 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Reliable flow monitoring is the cornerstone of any successful minerals processing operation. Having real-time, accurate insight into your process is critical, and FLEXIM’s latest solution, PIOX S,... 


GRUDGE PURCHASE
Some of South African metal fabricators only undertaking non-destructive testing to ensure that they are fabrication- and design-code compliant
4IR key to advanced NDT service
2nd October 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is an extremely significant focus for material testing and inspection services specialist Dekra Industrial because the collection and interpretation of data... 


Botswana Diamonds plans more drilling after anomaly shows up to 4 m kimberlite
15th September 2020 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Botswana- and London-listed Botswana Diamonds (BOD) has reported positive preliminary results from drilling undertaken at its Marsfontein project, in Botswana. The objective of the company’s... 


Baseload concentrated solar power can boost SA towards green-industry economy
Baseload concentrated solar power can boost SA towards green-industry economy
11th September 2020

Frank Duvenhage, Pancho Ndebele and Robey Labuschagne lament that concentrated solar power – which uses the thermal part of sunlight to heat water into steam, spin a turbine and run a generator –... 


Botswana Diamonds to raise £300 000
7th September 2020 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Aim-listed Botswana Diamonds has arranged a placing with existing and new investors to raise £300 000 through the issue of 50-million new ordinary shares. The funds raised will be used to fund... 


Copper Mountain mine, Canada
Copper Mountain mine, Canada
4th September 2020 By: Sheila Barradas

A copper mine located about 20 km south of Princeton, in British Columbia. 


Elon Musk
Elon Musk is going to have a hard time finding clean nickel
24th August 2020 By: Bloomberg

Elon Musk promises a “giant contract” with the miner that can supply nickel for Tesla Inc. batteries at low cost with minimal environmental impact, yet the industry’s messy track record may make... 


TIMEOUS TURNAROUND
Thos Begbie is ensuring the interchangeability of furnace components at the Anglo Converter Plant in Rustenburg
Foundry company ensuring safe platinum smelting
21st August 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

Foundry and engineering company Thos Begbie expects to finalise production of the Phase B coolers for platinum producer Anglo American Platinum’s (Amplats’) Anglo Converter Plant (ACP) in... 


PIPE DREAM
The added health and safety standards required on the project owing to Covid-19 have made for challenging times on the project
Water infrastructure project on course
21st August 2020 By: Halima Frost

Multidisciplinary engineering, procurement and construction management house COENG is offering its occupational health and safety, as well as environmental management, expertise to the second phase... 


Alrosa to start mining upper levels of Inter mine
Alrosa to start mining upper levels of Inter mine
19th August 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Diamond miner Alrosa has received regulatory approval to open up and develop reserves at the upper horizons of the International underground mine, near Mirny, the Russian company said on... 


Beyondie sulphate of potash project, Australia – update
Beyondie sulphate of potash project, Australia – update
14th August 2020 By: Sheila Barradas

Kallium Lakes Limited has reported that the project is more than 50% complete. 


Plastic pipes able to surpass the demands placed on modern sewer systems
4th August 2020

The Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association (SAPPMA) hosted the fourth instalment of its very popular Quality Workshops on the 22nd of July 2020, focusing on various aspects related... 


INNOVATIVE PLASTIC
A SAFi installation in the hydro-metallurgical sector was at a copper mine, where thermoplastic valves provided a solution for the storage and transport of sulphuric acid
Mining trending toward thermoplastic valves
31st July 2020

Industrial manufacturing company BMG’s Fluid Technology division works closely with the mining sector in sub-Saharan Africa to ensure that all valves, strainers and flow control equipment supplied,... 


TC sees path for Keystone XL work despite Supreme Court ruling
TC sees path for Keystone XL work despite Supreme Court ruling
30th July 2020 By: Bloomberg

TC Energy is looking for a way to start construction on its long-delayed Keystone XL oil pipeline despite a recent US Supreme Court ruling that quashed its regulatory authorization to lay pipe... 


Petra sells Botswana diamond exploration business to Botswana Diamonds
20th July 2020 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

LSE-listed Petra Diamonds is selling its exploration assets in Botswana, held through Sekaka Diamonds, to Aim-listed Botswana Diamonds (BOD) for $300 000 and a 5% royalty on future revenues. The... 


Automated boom drills enhance safety, production
20th July 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Surface operations can now be operated with higher levels of safety and productivity, with the recent launch of Sandvik’s automation system, AutoMine® Surface Drilling for Boom Drills. One operator... 


GREAT EXPANSION
The expansion and establishment of the engineering division was prompted by the South African Automotive Masterplan
PVC compounder continues supply despite pandemic
17th July 2020 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

Owing to its heavy investment in the polyvinyl chloride (PVC) market, KwaZulu-Natal-based PVC compounder Continental Compounders has been able to continue supplying products to essential services... 


GERMAN SOLUTIONS IN SA
255 proportioner units with all model flow options have been delivered to South Africa to date
German foam proportioner brought to local market
10th July 2020 By: Cameron Mackay

The latest Generation III foam agent proportioners of German fire-protection systems provider FireDos GmbH is in the final stages of certification and release to the global market. As exclusive... 


Monitor for food and beverage industry launched
10th July 2020

Process automation company Endress + Hauser launched its innovative Liquitrend QMW43 device that helps ensure food safety and increases food quality in March. “This compact multivariable device can... 


IN THE PIPELINE The laying of permanent pipelines using high-quality, plastic water pipes can offer a guaranteed water supply as opposed to current quick-fixes
Long-term solutions overlooked – Sappma
3rd July 2020 By: Halima Frost

Government’s present efforts to address the lack of potable water in remote areas are resulting in industries that could offer long-term solutions being overlooked, says Southern African Plastic... 


Association warns sector against compromising quality
26th June 2020

Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association (Sappma) has urged pipe makers and pipeline installers to avoid giving into the temptation of compromising on quality or sidestepping certain... 


Pipes range offered for various industries
26th June 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Cable conduit and subsoil drainage pipe manufacturer Dura-Line components, which meet stringent quality specifications, are used in conjunction with geosynthetic products manufacturer and supplier... 


Company receives certification, improves product quality
26th June 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Piping manufacturer Rare Plastics has received SANS 4437.2 certification – which is a duplication of ISO 4437.2 – for the manufacture of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) gas pipe in May this year.... 


SHYFTinc and Rentricity partner to turn Mine Water usage into Hydro power
22nd June 2020

SHYFTinc has recently established a new technology initiative with Rentricity. This agreement will bring Rentricity's innovative electricity production from gravity-fed or pressurized water... 


Beyondie sulphate of potash project, Australia
Beyondie sulphate of potash project, Australia
12th June 2020 By: Sheila Barradas

Work at the project has been accelerated. 


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