AfCFTA holds promise for SA exports, but implementation roadblocks remain

While the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreement presents a significant opportunity to access a larger market for South Africa’s exports and the local manufacturing sector, industry... 

TCO contracts reduce costs, boost efficiency

The latest National Energy Regulator of South Africa- (Nersa-) approved price increase of 18.55% means that the cost of electricity is now 63.08% more expensive than in April 2019, says motor and... 

Company revolutionises IIoT, predictive maintenance

Unplanned downtime is a major challenge for companies active in manufacturing, as it not only leads to lost productivity and revenue but can also result in additional costs, owing to emergency... 

Company expands market share

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... 

Centre to enhance Optidrive knowledge

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... 

Innovative pollution control enables cleaner, healthier environment

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... 

IGBT-based inverter design revolutionises furnaces

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

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,... 

Local firm promotes natural solution

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... 

Service provider helps plants improve efficiency

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... 

Workboats advance development

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

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,... 

Company boosts productivity, lessens environmental impact

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... 

Use of soft starters, VSDs in irrigation beneficial

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

Firm advances natural solution

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 transform industry

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... 

Emerging trends shaping the future of mining demand collaboration – Memsa

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... 

Sustainability, innovation centred at awards

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

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

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... 

Africa has ‘golden opportunity’ in battery commodities market

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... 

Africa has ‘golden opportunity’ in battery commodities market

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... 

Weir boosts W African efficiency

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

Company forges on as pumps leading supplier

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... 

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

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 advances laboratory services in Southern Africa

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... 

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

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... 

Zamlim Investments optimistic about post-Indaba opportunities

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... 

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

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 optimistic about post-Indaba opportunities

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

Shell driven to powering progress in mining

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... 

Software company acQuire showcases expanded software solutions

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 advances innovation strategy, projects

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

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... 

Multotec focusing on improving African mining conditions, communities

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

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... 

Maclean continues to deliver advanced vehicle tech solutions to mining

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

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... 

Integrated Solutions delivers plant efficiency

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... 

OIM Consulting focusing on making supervisors more capable, competent

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...