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Keeping machinery spotless while caring for the environment
27th August 2018 Not prepared to wash its hands of environmental hazards or dirty equipment, Ecotech Africa has its vision set on cleaning industrial equipment and one day dominating the local car wash industry. →
BOGE raising the bar for energy efficiency in low-pressure systems
27th August 2018 German compressed air specialist BOGE is setting new standards for continuous energy-efficient supply with its new Low Pressure Turbo 150 machine, which it says offers some of the best energy efficiency values at an operating pressure of up to four bar. →

Afri-Tech Mining Supplies
24th August 2018 Launched in 2007, Afri-Tech Mining Supplies has achieved strong growth as a premier supplier of screen and filter cloths for the liquids/solids separation industries. The innovative, dynamic and growth-orientated company, under the expert guidance of founder Richard Arends, has rapidly expanded... →

SBS Tanks
24th August 2018 SBS Tanks is a proudly South African company, passionate about local business. Born from humble beginnings in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), it now manufactures its own 3.3-million litre reservoirs. The company employs over 150 staff across South Africa and its job retention rate over the past 20 years of... →

Kwatani
24th August 2018 Established over 42 years ago, Kwatani is the largest independent privately owned original-equipment manufacturer supplying and manufacturing custom designed vibratory equipment in Africa, with over 15 000 units in more than 35 countries. An average of one vibrating unit a day is dispatched from... →

Diamond industry’s confidence in XRT sorting growing
24th August 2018 X-ray transmission (XRT) technology has ushered in a new era for diamond recovery, with an increasing number of companies embracing the technology and scaling back on the use of conventional technologies, such as dense media separation, for the treatment of middle and coarse-sized material. “The... →

Welding industry pioneer Kemppi showcases complete future welding ecosystem
24th August 2018 South Africa-based welding and fabrication equipment supplier AR Industrial is demonstrating Finnish-brand Kemppi’s new multi-process and multi-voltage welding solution for demanding industrial applications at Electra Mining Africa 2018. This is the latest technology in welding incorporating... →
Protecting the mining industry from effects of lightning
24th August 2018 Lightning threatens production in every industry in South Africa and the mining industry is no different, says the newly appointed national director of the Earthing and Lightning Protection Association (ELPA), Richard Evert, urging the industry to comply with regulations to protect their assets. →
Clean oil means great savings, grateful nature
24th August 2018 Lubricating the pistons of industry is a passion for established hydraulics company CT Hydraulics (Nqoba} that not only believes that keeping oil clean is key to running an efficient operation, but also keeping components spotless from within is vital. Founded in 1979, the Germiston-based company... →
New design for the Mixtec EDICT system
24th August 2018 Industrial agitator manufacturer Mixtec will be showcasing its very own high-level mixer designs and cutting edge impeller designs at this year’s Electra Mining Africa. →

Saxeni Equipment
23rd August 2018 Lifting machinery supplier Saxeni Equipment was established in 2010, becoming the sole agent for Sany mobile, crawler and tower cranes in South Africa. Now in its eighth year and having sold in excess of 200 cranes, Saxeni Equipment has earned the confidence and respect of its rapidly growing... →

African Commodity Handling
23rd August 2018 As a materials handling solutions company African Commodity Handling (ACH) is dedicated to be a preferred service provider for the mining and construction industry. ACH is especially determined to apply solutions that limit risks to safety, health and the environment in these sensitive business... →

John Ratcliffe displays wide range of products at Electra Mining
23rd August 2018 Since 1973, filtration and safety equipment supplier John Ratcliffe has focused on providing clients with a range of quality filtration, exhaust and safety equipment. Some of these products will be exhibited at this year’s Electra Mining Africa trade show and include the HJS sintered-metal... →
Flagship mini substation steals the show
23rd August 2018 Multi-disciplinary project engineering house Red Metal Mining (RMM) will showcase a model of its flagship product, the underground cast resin mini substation, as well as its cast resin dry-type transformer which is housed in the substation, at this year’s Electra Mining Africa 2018 trade show.... →

Monitor and maintain your filtration system with Brasco
23rd August 2018 Industrial air filtration specialist Brasco Filtration offers a comprehensive range of services including electrical, filtration, extraction, canopy cleaning for the hospitality industry and refrigeration. The Brasco Filtration team is not only dedicated to providing its clients with maintenance... →
Keeping employees safe during lockout and tagout procedures
23rd August 2018 Every organisation’s most important asset is its employees. These are not only the most costly component of the organisation, but also the most important. Laws stipulate that every employee must be protected during maintenance and shutdown of machinery. →
Five themes for five days of Electra Mining Africa
23rd August 2018 The stage is set and organisers and attendees alike are gearing up for the start of this year’s mining and industry extravaganza, which will see more than 900 exhibitors converge on Johannesburg in September. →

Weba Chute Systems
25th May 2018 Effective transfer of material has become a pressing issue for mines globally. With the spotlight firmly on increasing productivity through more effective discharge of materials ... →

Zest WEG Group 
5th February 2018 The Zest WEG Group has a strong commitment to contributing to the development of the African region, and has been servicing the mining sector on the continent for more than 35 years. →
Magnet Service Binder
10th October 2017 Magnet Service Binder (South Africa) is the sole distributor of Binder, Kendrion, Siegerland, Linnig and Merobel brake products in Africa. The company also distributes Binder solenoids, Wistro Force cooling and EMG thrusters. →

Conveyor belts tackle Botswana diamond mining conditions
1st September 2017 Rubber and plastics technology specialist ContiTech’s conveyor belts are in use by Botswana’s largest diamond producer. ContiTech’s conveyor belt technology is known for its high-impact-resistant conveyor covers, providing an extended belt life in real-field applications, that use advanced... →

Prominent diamond miner invests in Botswana’s people
1st September 2017 Diamond mining major De Beers announced in August that it has secured a $3-million, three-year partnership with tertiary education entity US-based Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB) to empower young entrepreneurs and established business owners in Botswana, Namibia and South Africa. The... →

Rapid drying oven offers faster minerals processing
1st September 2017 Industrial solutions company thyssenkrupp’s Infra-Red (IR) rapid drying oven has significantly improved turnaround times for minerals processing operations specialist Minopex, owing to the oven’s fast-drying capability. Since installation, Minopex has reported great satisfaction with the IR oven.... →

Botswana event provides notable sales platform
By: Nica Schreuder 1st September 2017 Spurred by the Electra Mining Botswana conference and exhibition’s growing popularity, bulk materials handling solutions company Martin Engineering will exhibit at the event for the first time, says marketing leader Fran van der Berg. Electra Mining Botswana will be held at the Gaborone... →

Heavy industries equipment supplier adapts to stay relevant
By: Nica Schreuder 1st September 2017 Botswana’s decision to diversify its economy away from diamond mining towards coal resources and base metal beneficiation should prompt businesses to adapt to service the changing needs of the market to remain relevant, emphasises global supplier and manufacturer of special mobile equipment for... →

Lighting equipment eliminates glare
By: Nica Schreuder 1st September 2017 Lighting plays an important role in mining, as it is vital to be visually aware of potential mine and machinery-related safety hazards, as well as to allow for accommodating working conditions in the dark. →

Caldas Engineering
1st September 2017 South Africa-based quality spare parts specialist for fixed and mobile crushing plants Caldas Engineering has been serving its customers for 21 years and ensures customer satisfaction while meeting the demands of its industry. With a comprehensive range of replacement wear parts for leading... →

Red Metal Mining
1st September 2017 Diversified project engineering house Red Metal Mining (RMM) is focused on the specialised design of cast resin dry-type transformers, mini substations and electrical automation systems required by mining and associated industries. “Wherever electricity is generated, distributed, or required, we... →

Spectrem Air
1st September 2017 With a DC3 fixed-wing aircraft and range of airborne geophysical equipment, including its Squid magnetic gradiometer sensor, Johannesburg-based airborne geophysics technology provider Spectrem Air is well equipped to deliver integrated three-dimensional (3D) solutions for geological mapping;... →

Show expected to achieve further growth
By: Nica Schreuder 1st September 2017 The number of exhibitors and visitors taking part in the Electra Mining Botswana exhibition and conference, since its inception in 2013, has increased by 17% and 8% respectively, with this years’ event expected to attract further key industry players in the mining, industrial and power generation... →

Opportune time to invest in Botswana
By: Nica Schreuder 1st September 2017 The subdued global mining industry, owing to depressed commodity prices, has prompted Botswana to find alternative economic growth areas in other sectors of the country’s economy, simultaneously providing a prime investment opportunity, says Botswana Chamber of Mines (CoM) CEO Charles Siwawa.... →

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Ramjack Technology Solutions
By: Creamer Media Reporter 1st September 2017 Ramjack Technology Solutions is a specialised, system integrator dedicated to operations technology for the mining industry in Africa, Europe and the Middle East. We are laser focused on operational technology that increases productivity and improves safety for mining operations. →

Astore Keymak
1st September 2017 Manufacturer of plastic pressure fittings brand KeyFit Astore Keymak was founded and driven on the premise of supplying and manufacturing superior-quality products complemented by sound technical support. Established as Astore Africa in 1985, the company was bought by Hudaco Trading in 2008,... →

Hencon Vacuum Technologies
29th August 2017 Gauteng-based Hencon Vacuum Technologies, a specialist company in the Hencon Group, is one of the leading companies in the design, manufacture, supply and support ... →

Roytec Global
By: Creamer Media Reporter 7th February 2017 South Africa-based liquid/solid and mineral separation equipment supplier Roytec Global is a leader in the supply of thickening, filtration and mineral floatation technologies for the mining industry. Roytec is passionate about service excellence and prides itself on living up to its promises. →

Roytec Global 
4th November 2016 South Africa-based liquid/solid and mineral separation equipment supplier Roytec Global is a leader in the supply of thickening, filtration and mineral flotation technologies for the mining industry. →
Ntshu Air - PSI Group 
By: Zandile Mavuso 30th September 2016 Ntshu Air provides complete air compressed system solutions for the mining, automotive, chemicals, petrochemicals, plant hire, construction and power generation industries. →

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