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Simone Liedtke

Simone Liedtke

Simone Liedtke is Creamer Media Social Media Editor & Senior Writer for Engineering News and Mining Weekly.

By Simone Liedtke

ALPHA MOTORS
Alpha Motors, a Bearings International brand, is manufactured by TechTop

Company expands market share

2nd June 2023

Industrial products supplier Bearings International is expanding its market share in South Africa’s electric motor industry through its continued commitment to providing reliable, energy efficient... 


OPTIDRIVE FAMILY
iTek Drives offers Optidrive products at prices up to 25% lower than competitors

Centre to enhance Optidrive knowledge

2nd June 2023

Germiston-based variable frequency drives (VFD) distributor iTek Drives last month inaugurated a training centre aimed at transferring and enhancing knowledge related to Optidrive product... 


AIR POLLUTION CONTROL
Actom considers the size and specific requirements when selecting the appropriate filter, ensuring optimal air pollution control

Innovative pollution control enables cleaner, healthier environment

26th May 2023

The furnace industry faces significant challenges in managing air pollution linked to furnace operations, considering that each stage of the furnace operation requires a unique approach to address... 


TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN EFFICIENCY
By leveraging advanced technology, the company has eliminated the need for water-cooled leads for induction power up to 350 kW

IGBT-based inverter design revolutionises furnaces

26th May 2023

With the mining industry relying heavily on efficient and reliable furnaces for various metal processing applications, US-based heating contractor Electroheat Induction says that electric-powered... 


 Small manufacturer support crucial to navigating South Africa’s difficulties

Small manufacturer support crucial to navigating South Africa’s difficulties

22nd May 2023

The inability to effectively reduce the crime rate, coupled with government interference in the manufacturing sector, slow economic growth, infrastructure deficiencies, and rising steel prices,... 


REGISTERED PRODUCT
Clinoxin and clinomix are registered stock remedies with the South African Department of Agriculture

Local firm promotes natural solution

12th May 2023

The farming industry is constantly evolving, and new technologies are emerging to help farmers increase productivity while ensuring the health and care of animals and crops. One such technology is... 


DENNIS WILLIAMS
It is critical to assist clients in understanding where a thermal energy offering can fit into their site energy mix

Service provider helps plants improve efficiency

12th May 2023

The drive towards reducing carbon footprints while remaining sustainable and profitable operationally and financially has become a priority for the manufacturing and industrial sectors. Within this... 


PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN
Through the filter of localisation, materials are produced in South Africa

Workboats advance development

12th May 2023

Lightweight workboats have gained popularity as a versatile and cost-effective solution to transportation and cargo delivery in regions with limited infrastructure. They offer numerous advantages,... 


Small manufacturer support crucial to navigating South Africa’s difficulties

Small manufacturer support crucial to navigating South Africa’s difficulties

11th May 2023

The inability to effectively reduce the crime rate, coupled with government interference in the manufacturing sector, slow economic growth, infrastructure deficiencies, and rising steel prices,... 


TAKING OFF
The power take-off (PTO) gearboxes, planter bearings and agricultural chains help farmers to increase productivity and efficiency in the field

Company boosts productivity, lessens environmental impact

5th May 2023

Bearings and power transmission supplier Bearings International is staying up to date with emerging trends and technologies in the agriculture industry by incorporating this knowledge into its... 


ENHANCED BENEFITS
By working with reputable manufacturers and experienced suppliers, users of agricultural equipment can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance their operations significantly

Use of soft starters, VSDs in irrigation beneficial

5th May 2023

Implementing modern electric motor control technology in the agriculture industry has become increasingly important to improve efficiency throughput, reduce downtime, reduce waste, and drive... 


NATURAL ZEOLITE
Zeolites are naturally occurring minerals that can absorb positively charged cations

Firm advances natural solution

5th May 2023

Local manufacturer Pratley is using its research and development capabilities to advance the use of its Vulture Creek Clino product, a natural zeolite called Clinoptilolite. Zeolites are naturally... 


SOLAR TRAILERS
Iritron’s solar trailers are designed to be mobile, so farmers can move them around as required

Solar trailers transform industry

5th May 2023

Equipped with solar panels that power various farming equipment, automation company Iritron’s off-grid solar trailers are especially useful for small-scale farmers who do not have access to grid... 


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Emerging trends shaping the future of mining demand collaboration – Memsa

28th April 2023

Facing fierce international competition and a digital revolution, local manufacturers need to innovate, collaborate and find finance solutions. It is no secret that South African manufacturers of... 


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Sustainability, innovation centred at awards

28th April 2023

Winners of this year’s Mining Equipment Manufacturers of South Africa (Memsa) Innovation and Manufacturing Excellence Awards will be announced next month during Memsa’s Mind Shift Conference on May... 


MMP advancing applied research

28th April 2023

The Mandela Mining Precinct (MMP) has shifted its focus from an investment and research perspective, and is now more focused on applied and longer-term research, as opposed to early-stage... 


Rising demand for batteries offers significant growth potential for Africa

19th April 2023

Demand for batteries in Africa over the next decade is largely expected to both grow significantly and be supported by the continent’s vast renewable energy potential, which includes abundant solar... 


GAYLOR MONTMASSON-CLAIR
There is an opportunity for us to shift from mining to beneficiation by processing minerals locally to produce battery minerals for components

Africa has ‘golden opportunity’ in battery commodities market

14th April 2023

The battery commodities market is experiencing a golden age of growth and development, spurred by rapid technological advances and the growing demand for batteries to support cleaner mobility and... 


GAYLOR MONTMASSON-CLAIR
There is an opportunity for us to shift from mining to beneficiation by processing minerals locally to produce battery minerals for components

Africa has ‘golden opportunity’ in battery commodities market

14th April 2023

The battery commodities market is experiencing a golden age of growth and development, spurred by rapid technological advances and the growing demand for batteries to support cleaner mobility and... 


CLOSE ENCOUNTERS
Weir Minerals works closely with customers to design a solution that suits their specific process

Weir boosts W African efficiency

7th April 2023

Original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Weir Minerals’ extensive experience allows it to comprehend clients’ processes, needs and operational hurdles to design solutions that enhance processing... 


 	An image of the Warman MC pump

Company forges on as pumps leading supplier

24th March 2023

Weir Minerals remains a leading supplier of slurry pumps as it continues to pioneer some of the sector’s latest developments and advancements. This, says Weir Minerals Africa pumps GM Marnus... 


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Time is now to shift to transformational ESG partnerships in agriculture – panel

22nd March 2023

With agriculture considered to be the foundation of civilisation and society, there must be a focus on transforming the agricultural sector from an extractive economy to a circular one, in which... 


Avantor metals processing operations

Avantor advances laboratory services in Southern Africa

20th March 2023

As South Africa’s mining industry continues to grow, mining laboratories are relied upon to provide high-quality testing, inspection and certification services that adhere to internationally... 


DMT post image

DMTKai Batla celebrates 15 years, continues digital push in mining sector

3rd March 2023

Celebrating 15 years in business this year, Kai Batla, a minerals consultancy established during the 2008 financial crisis, is making a strong push into the digital space with the support of its... 


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Zamlim Investments optimistic about post-Indaba opportunities

16th February 2023

Business management consultancy Zamlim Investments CEO Dzingira Matenga is optimistic about general positive feedback at this year’s Investing in African Mining Indaba, where he notes there was “a... 


Pic of GoldOre (Pty) Ltd Founder and CEO Adrian Singh

GoldOre (Pty) Ltd’s MACH Reactor strives for maximum extraction, safety

14th February 2023

It is “time to shake up the status quo” and strive for maximum extraction and safe disposal of ore, says private metallurgical company GoldOre (Pty) Ltd, which states that if extraction losses... 


Zamlim Investments CEO Dzingira Matenga

Zamlim Investments optimistic about post-Indaba opportunities

9th February 2023

Business management consultancy Zamlim Investments CEO Dzingira Matenga speaks to Creamer Media at this year's Investing in African Mining Indaba.  


Shell services manager Mpho Mokwena

Shell driven to powering progress in mining

9th February 2023

Petroleum business company Shell is recommitting itself to the African mining industry with its solutions and products geared towards sustaining the mining industry through the provision of... 


Pic of data entry, lady holding phone in front of laptop

Software company acQuire showcases expanded software solutions

9th February 2023

At this year’s Investing in African Mining Indaba, software company acQuire Technology Solutions will be hosting a booth for the first time in a number of years, which the company says gives it “an... 


CSIR's Sibongile Ntsoelengoe

CSIR advances innovation strategy, projects

9th February 2023

In advancing its Innovation Strategy Roadmap, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is better able to formulate partnerships with strategic clients, which CSIR’s Future... 


Bureau Veritas to introduce net-zero solutions at Mining Indaba

Bureau Veritas to introduce net-zero solutions at Mining Indaba

8th February 2023

Testing, inspection & Certification company Bureau Veritas is aiming to introduce its solutions for the mining industry at this year’s Mining Indaba, held in Cape Town from February 6 to 9. These... 


Pic of Multotec Group CEO Thomas Holtz

Multotec focusing on improving African mining conditions, communities

8th February 2023

While there have been numerous concerns relating to global macroeconomic issues – such as the fallout of the Russia/Ukraine war, and the tail-end impact of Covid – the mining industry has been... 


Bigen Group focusing on solutions-driven infrastructure development

Bigen Group focusing on solutions-driven infrastructure development

8th February 2023

With increasing levels of opportunity within the infrastructure development space, solutions-driven infrastructure development firm Bigen Group’s strategy focuses on expanding into the rest of the... 


Pic of an EV boom truck

Maclean continues to deliver advanced vehicle tech solutions to mining

8th February 2023

Canada-based underground mining equipment manufacturer Maclean Engineering has continued to grow, which is evidenced through a large portion of sales now being beyond Canadian borders, and with the... 


Venetia Underground Project will achieve operational readiness, first production in 2023

Venetia Underground Project will achieve operational readiness, first production in 2023

8th February 2023

The Venetia Underground Project (VUP) of diamond company De Beers will achieve operational readiness and first production in 2023, bringing to conclusion a decade-long construction programme that... 


The Integrated Solutions teams combine diverse experience to fully optimise customers’ circuits

Integrated Solutions delivers plant efficiency

8th February 2023

Through its Integrated Solutions approach, Weir Minerals Africa can provide fast and effective assistance to customers who are engaged in brownfield optimisation of their operations or looking for... 


MD Arjen de Bruin

OIM Consulting focusing on making supervisors more capable, competent

8th February 2023

There is a major need in Southern Africa, and around the world, for more effective and efficient supervisors, says business management consultancy OIM Consulting, which is focused on making... 


Africa’s only woman-owned phosphate mine at advanced stage of development

Africa’s only woman-owned phosphate mine at advanced stage of development

7th February 2023

The world’s only woman-owned phosphate mine, the Zandheuvel phosphate mine in South Africa’s Saldanha Bay, is at a very advanced stage of completing its bankable feasibility study (BFS), with the... 


Sandvik develops vision for mining automation with AutoMine concept underground drill

Sandvik develops vision for mining automation with AutoMine concept underground drill

7th February 2023

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has introduced its AutoMine Concept Underground Drill, the company’s second technology demonstrator for its future autonomous mining vision. The AutoMine Concept... 


Murray & Roberts Cementation first choice for mining companies, owing to strategic relationships

Murray & Roberts Cementation first choice for mining companies, owing to strategic relationships

7th February 2023

As a member of the Murray & Roberts group of companies, Murray & Roberts Cementation is a world class mining contractor based in Johannesburg and operating throughout Africa. The company has a... 


Kwatani single deck screens ready to be delivered to a copper mining customer in Central Asia

Kwatani experiences best growth in its history

7th February 2023

South Africa-based vibrating screen and feeder original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Kwatani reports that orders for its equipment have surged in recent months to record levels, with orders coming... 


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