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BREATHING EASY
The Samson Eco Hoppers installed at Kenya’s Port of Mombasa have significantly improved port facilities and minimised the environmental impact of bulk handling operations at the harbour
Equipment reduces dust in bulk materials handling
11th September 2020

Materials handling equipment specialist BLT WORLD’s Samson travelling Eco-Hoppers have an effective dust control system that minimises the escape of dust during the grab discharge cycle in bulk... 


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... 


REFUSE-DERIVED FUEL
RDF is a solid fuel source recovered through the shredding and bailing of certain presorted dry industrial nonrecyclable waste
Mining waste can boost alternative-fuels prospects
28th August 2020 By: Cameron Mackay

Certain wastes in the mining sector present an opportunity to create alternative fuels, which can alleviate the energy supply challenges in the local industry, says waste management solutions... 


The Hudaco mask assembly.
Proudly South African face mask kindling international interest
28th August 2020 By: Martin Creamer

An awesome new proudly South African face mask, with a replaceable filtration system at its heart, is attracting international interest. The innovative and timely Hudaco Air Mask is a... 


Toolroom upgrades boost quality, productivity at Multotec
21st August 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Continued growth in demand for Multotec Manufacturing’s screen panels has led the company to expand and upgrade the dedicated toolroom at its extensive manufacturing facilities in Spartan, Gauteng.... 


Business Unity South Africa CEO Cas Coovadia
High-level Nedlac working group on economic recovery begins meeting
20th August 2020 By: Terence Creamer

The first formal meeting of the small multi-stakeholder working group set up to finalise South Africa’s Covid-19 economic recovery plan is expected to take place next week, with a preliminary... 


The Hudaco mask assembly.
Awesome new proudly South African face mask kindling international interest
13th August 2020 By: Martin Creamer

An awesome new proudly South African face mask, with a replaceable filtration system at its heart, is attracting international interest. The innovative and timely Hudaco Air Mask is a... 


BHP recycling tyres in Queensland
3rd August 2020 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Diversified miner BHP on Monday announced that up to 30 new jobs would be created in Queensland’s Bowen Basin as a result of a new partnership with Novum Energy to recycle mining truck tyres for... 


REBOUNDING DEMAND
Demand for Sumitomo Dunlop’s tyres is increasing since the restrictions of lockdown have eased
Lower human activity limiting tyre sales
24th July 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

Every business is going to face the consequences of lower human activity and, thereby, commercial activity, as South Africans consume less or differently, owing to Covid-19, says automotive tyre... 


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... 


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... 


Outotec® expands grinding portfolio with new equipment transporter and reline machine solutions for easier, safer relining operations
24th June 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Outotec’s commitment to facilitating safe, reliable, and efficient mill relining continues with the release of the Outotec Mill Equipment Transporter (MET) and Outotec Tube Mill Reline Machine... 


BEARING DOWN 
Dodge ISN Trident bearings have a triple-lip sealing system with a contact seal for wet or dirty environments
Supplier saves mining industry time, money
19th June 2020 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

Power transmission products distributor Bearings International (BI) is supplying bearings manufacturer Dodge ISN bearings to the quarrying sector to address contamination – the leading cause of... 


Magino gold project, Canada
Magino gold project, Canada
19th June 2020 By: Sheila Barradas

Argonaut Gold has cleared a “pivotal” permitting milestone at its Magino project. 


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... 


LEADING CONSTRUCTION TOOLS 
Some of Matus South Africa's leading brands for power tools within the construction sector are Hikoki (formerly known as Hitachi), Fox and Euroboor
Sector lags behind, requires innovative tech
22nd May 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

While other industries have undergone tremendous changes over time, owing to innovation and technology, the construction industry has only made incremental changes, says power tools and hardware... 


FLOAT LIKE A BUTTERFLY 
The Desponia butterfly valves, manufactured in Spain, are available with different lining materials for reliability and extended service life in diverse sectors
Company supports essential service providers amid lockdown
15th May 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Industrial equipment supplier BMG encourages companies operating during South Africa’s Covid-19 lockdown and beyond not to neglect the condition monitoring of process valves. 


Metso introduces Nordberg® HP900 cone crusher for increased performance
11th May 2020

Metso is introducing the new Nordberg® HP900 Series cone crusher for the aggregate and mining markets. With more than 10,000 HP cone crushers installed worldwide since 1989, Metso is an undisputed... 


KEEPING IT CLEAN
The SlurrySucker dredging equipment could quickly dredge the sewage pond before there was any danger of overflow
Dredging unit shows its versatility
8th May 2020

A recent two-week trial at a mine on South Africa’s West Coast has reaffirmed the value of specialist pumps supplier Integrated Pump Rental’s (IPR’s) SlurrySucker dredging unit – even in saltwater... 


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. 


GERHARD PIENAAR
Bearings International will continue to develop its special agri hub units in conjunction with its major original-equipment manufacturer clients
Agri hub units remain focus for supplier
1st May 2020 By: Darren Parker

Power transmission products distributor Bearings International (BI) is maintaining its focus on promoting its bearing hub units for agricultural applications this year. The BAA0005 is the latest in... 


DON’T BLOW A GASKET
The new room temperature vulcanising silicone gasket maker compound is temperature resistant from -50 ºC to 300 ºC for short periods
Good agricultural sales expected post lockdown
1st May 2020 By: Darren Parker

The outbreak of Covid-19 and the consequent initial 21-day national lockdown in South Africa, which has since been extended by two weeks, caused a slowdown in sales for almost every sector in South... 


Wall Street is bending to pressure to halt Arctic-oil loans
Wall Street is bending to pressure to halt Arctic-oil loans
27th April 2020 By: Bloomberg

The latest front in the war against drilling for oil in Alaska’s rugged wildlife refuge isn’t Washington – it’s Wall Street. Activists trying to keep rigs out of the Arctic National Wildlife... 


Weir Minerals sand wash plant offers robust and reliable sand wash solution
24th April 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This complete sand washing solution uses best-in-class Weir Minerals equipment to set the standard in wear life and recovery of saleable sand.   Weir Minerals is proud to announce the Weir Minerals... 


Long-term rental agreement for 43 machines
24th April 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Materials handling equipment supplier Goscor Lift Truck Company (GLTC) has delivered 43 machines on a 60-month, long-term rental contract to tyre manufacturer Sumitomo Rubber Industries. The... 


Success for new ceradox high impact screen panel
22nd April 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Combining decades of experience with its leading R&D and manufacturing capability, Multotec has developed a high-impact screen panel that cuts plant downtime and boosts mine productivity. The... 


Vexila – Electrical Technology
Vexila – Electrical Technology
17th April 2020

Vexila (Pty) Ltd designs, manufactures and supplies a wide range of composite insulators, composite cut-outs and a variety of line hardware products for electrical rail, transmission and... 


Weir Minerals Linard® modular anti-abrasion panels improve wear life in high impact applications
15th April 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Conveniently interlocked Linard® modular anti-abrasion panels with ceramic and chromium white iron inserts can be replaced individually in as little as four minutes.  Developed by Weir Minerals’... 


An African automotive industry is starting to emerge
An African automotive industry is starting to emerge
10th April 2020 By: Irma Venter

The great African automotive story of this year will be Ghana, says Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) chairperson and MD Thomas Schäfer, who is also the president of the African Association of... 


Slurrysucker wins through in saltwater application
8th April 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

A recent two-week trial on a mine on South Africa’s west coast has again proved the value of Integrated Pump Rental’s SlurrySucker dredging unit – even in saltwater and high-volume conditions. The... 


PRODUCTIVE CAPACITY
Sumitomo Dunlop has grown its local tyre production and capacity on the certainty created by original equipment manufacturers’ plans
Policy certainty to support automotive manufacturing growth
27th March 2020 By: Schalk Burger

The broad support for the Automotive Masterplan 2035 by companies across the value chain and the certainty that it creates supports local vehicle-manufacturing growth and, consequently, for the... 


NEW TYRES
The performance standards, wear characteristics and manufacturing requirements of tyres used on electric vehicles are different to those used on internal combustion engine vehicles
Tyre manufacturer building retail markets to secure growth
27th March 2020 By: Schalk Burger

With export and original equipment demand in the automotive industry in Africa growing year on year, it is critical for companies to expand their reach into high-growth markets in Africa to secure... 


TWICE AS NICE 
These hoists are available as single speed units or with adjustable two-speed and dual speed selection
Manufacturer offers hoists for industry
13th March 2020

New to equipment and products manufacturer Becker Mining South Africa’s range of Kito hoists are food grade electric chain hoists, designed for safe lifting applications in contaminant controlled... 


BOOSTING AVAILABILITY 
The rubber lining provided by Weir Minerals has allowed for increased production time and plant availability
Lining solutions increase plant availability
6th March 2020

Two African mines are achieving increased production time and plant availability after converting to engineering solutions provider Weir Minerals’ Linatex and Linard rubber lining solutions. A... 


MANUFACTURING COOLDOWN
Numerous South African foundries and smelters have doused their furnaces and shut their doors, leading to job losses in a number of manufacturing sectors
Valves industry continues to struggle
6th March 2020 By: Darren Parker

The valves sector in South Africa has shrunk every quarter since 2017, with about 9 000 jobs lost since the start of 2020. South African Valve and Actuator Manufacturers Association (Savama)... 


PAM DU PLESSIS
The new premises and satellite branches will make operations more efficient
Supplier expands footprint
6th March 2020 By: Darren Parker

Valves supplier Invincible Valves has bought another property to expand its operations, along with accompanying plant equipment and machinery. The new property, in Germiston, is on the same street... 


UPLIFTING
Raised flooring allows for increased aesthetic appeal and accesses to hidden building services
Flooring company to start green project
28th February 2020 By: Halima Frost

Flooring contractor KBAC Flooring will handle a 1 400 m2   external raised paving installation project in Centurion for M&T Development, set to start in April 2020. The project is believed to be... 


Weir Minerals launches mine tested Linatex® Ceramic Hose to meet growing global demand
26th February 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Linatex® ceramic hose has proven its ability to deliver exceptional wear life for moving abrasive minerals. Weir Minerals is proud to announce the global launch of its newest offering in the slurry... 


RUBBING OFF THE RIGHT WAY 
The rubber sector will survive the current unfavourable economic climate as the product remains resilient and relevant in the industrial markets
Rubber remains resilient despite strained sector
21st February 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Engineered rubber remains a requirement for many industries notwithstanding local manufacturing industry woes, says rubber products manufacturer Hudson Rubber MD Stoney Steenkamp. 


ALWAYS ON EDGE 
DEMS is always investigating and looking for opportunities to remain competitive and continue to have an edge in the market
Specialist on course despite pressures
21st February 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Despite the local manufacturing sector being under pressure, mouldered product specialist DEMS’ rubber manufacturing division – which operates within a very niche and specialised market – has not... 


MIKE STUART 
National Rubber Matmin has had success in supplying products to the Australian mining sector
Bleak outlook for rubber SMMEs in 2020
21st February 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

With the industrial market aspect of its rubber business having declined in 2019 by 25%, rubber compounding specialist National Rubber Matmin (NRM) MD Mike Stuart says 2020 is “not looking much... 


FLASH GRAPHENE
Undergraduate intern Christina Crassas, chemist James Tour and graduate students Paul Advincula and Duy Luong turn carbon black into graphene in a flash
Chemists develop process to turn rubbish into graphene
21st February 2020 By: Schalk Burger

Rice University laboratory chemists, led by James Tour, have in the science journal Nature introduced a process by which almost any source of carbon can be turned into graphene flakes, the... 


Welding Alloys South Africa
Welding Alloys South Africa
7th February 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The loss of material owing to wear is costing the mining industry billions of dollars every year. Abrasive wear occurs when small pieces of material are forcefully removed from the surface of steel... 


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