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Company introduces new hydraulic hose, fittings range

22nd July 2022 In view of continuous improvement of its products, hydraulic and industrial products supplier Alfagomma has introduced a new range of high-pressure hydraulic spiral hose, the Alfabiotech Evolution, and its Dunlop Hiflex equivalent Powerflexbio Extra, as well as the new Interlock fitting H17... →

Hydraulic solutions for Africa

22nd July 2022 Equipment supplier BMG’s regional service centres (RSC), which are situated in the major city centres and commercial nodes throughout the country, play a critical role by providing engineering solutions – including hydraulics, lubrication, greasing and pneumatics services – designed to optimise... →

HOLISTIC SOLUTIONS BMG’s RSCs play a critical role by providing engineering solutions - including hydraulics, lubrication, greasing and pneumatics services – designed to optimise productivity for every customer

SA market offers supply based opportunities

By: Cameron Mackay 22nd July 2022 Drilling equipment supplier Rock Drill Technologies (RDT) is aiming to grow its market share in the Southern Africa mining industry, based on its ability to supply affordable pneumatics products because of its reliable supply chain. The move north is owed to there being limited opportunities in... →

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VERSATILE DRILLING RDT’s drills are compatible with popular mainstream drills found in the Southern Africa mining and quarrying industries

Couplings provide durable, reliable service

16th July 2021 Engineering solutions provider BMG’s extensive portfolio of Transfluid couplings comprises constant fill fluid couplings that have been designed to withstand operation in difficult conditions, including hazardous environments. The K series comprises three main elements – the driving impeller... →

KEEP IT FLUID Transfluid’s constant fill fluid couplings have been designed for hydrodynamic transmission

Electronic gauges for hazardous areas

16th July 2021 Industrial electronics producer Instrotech is offering geotechnical solutions specialist Keller’s range of five intrinsically-safe electronic pressure gauges for use in areas subject to gas explosion risks. The type approvals are compliant with the ATEX explosion protection directive regarding... →

GEOTECH SAVVY Keller’s type LEO 1 Ei and LEO 2 Ei electronic pressure gauges feature microprocessor-assisted compensation

SA-born pneumatic tech wins global award

16th July 2021 The coveted global Unicorn Cup final, for the start-up business with the highest investment potential, was won on May 13 this year by South African pneumatic technology pioneer Magnevane. Magnevane South Africa executive and business owner Gareth Rees was part of the team that claimed victory... →

GARETH REES Years of hard work and perseverance are now paying off

Transfluid set to become standard in mining

By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah 16th July 2021 While engineering solutions provider BMG’s Transfluid K Series is the most economical fluid coupling on the market, the only challenge it is currently facing is being listed as a “product standard” at certain operations in the mining industry. “We have run tests and have references on many of... →

NEW STANDARD BMG is currently waiting for approval to become listed as a standard on mine sites

More skilled experts needed in hydraulics sector

By: Darren Parker 17th July 2020 The hydraulics sector in South Africa could benefit from more highly skilled hydraulics experts, says hydraulics company Axiom Hydraulics GM Eugene Tondolo. “The hydraulics sector is unique in that it is small in terms of the pool of skilled professionals, but big in terms of value,” he explains. →

DEPARTMENT OF MYSTERIES Hydraulics is often perceived as a somewhat mysterious field of expertise

Next-generation shovel designed for better performance

By: Darren Parker 17th July 2020 Original-equipment manufacturer Caterpillar opened orders for its next generation Cat 6060 hydraulic mining shovel late last year, although none have been sold in Africa yet. Caterpillar hydraulic mining shovels senior product application specialist Dirk Tegtmeier explains that there are many... →

BUCKET-LOAD OF IMPROVEMENTS The new Cat 6060 features updated engines, improved hydraulics, heavy-duty structures and undercarriage, Cat electronics and a state-of-the-art cab

DRC hydropower construction to start within a year

By: Darren Parker 17th July 2020 With delays from Covid-19 taken into consideration, Mauritian hydropower provider Tembo Power CEO Raphael Khalifa expects construction on three hydropower projects and one solar photovoltaic project, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), to have started by July next year. These four... →

KEEPING ELECTRICITY FLOWING
Tembo Power has nine hydropower projects under way in three African countries, including the Democratic Republic of Congo, Burundi and Kenya

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KEEPING ELECTRICITY FLOWING Tembo Power has nine hydropower projects under way in three African countries, including the Democratic Republic of Congo, Burundi and Kenya

Bolting solutions include tensioning tools for mining applications

19th July 2019 Industrial equipment supplier BMG’s Nord-Lock bolting solutions now include hydraulic equipment supplier Boltight hydraulic bolt tensioning tools, which are used to tighten bolts simultaneously, ensuring even preload in industrial applications and extreme environments, where bolt load accuracy is... →

OPERATOR DIFFICULTIES Owing to friction, tightening a bolt with traditional torque methods can be difficult for the operator to achieve the correct bolt elongation

New wheel loader ensures flexible features

19th July 2019 Construction equipment provider Caterpillar’s new 920K Compact Wheel Loader’s new features allow operators to tailor machine performance to individual preferences for added operating efficiency, while a choice of auxiliary-hydraulic systems expand the use of work tools for added utility. With a... →

OPERATING WITH EASE With a net power rating of 74 kW, the loader shows product enhancements that contribute to high productivity, versatility, operator convenience and safety, and serviceability

Hydraulic telematics, tracking tech optimises equipment, jobsites

19th July 2019 Construction equipment supplier Doosan South Africa’s new advanced telematics and tracking technology, referred to as Doosan Connect, is designed to make equipment and jobsites more efficient, economic and convenient, says DISA Equipment Doosan South Africa MD Darrel Holton. Doosan is part of... →

OPTIMISED EXCAVATING The Doosan DX300LCA hydraulic excavator machines have advanced features for high productivity, improved operator comfort, enhanced safety and minimal maintenance requirements

Drill attachment provides opportunities in underground

By: Cameron Mackay 19th July 2019 Remote-controlled demolition machines manufacturer Brokk, in collaboration with construction equipment supplier TEI Rock Drills, has introduced the new MMB326 hydraulic drifter rock drill attachment, which can be used for drilling and blasting applications in mining operations. Using this drill... →

EXPLOSIVE COMBINATION The MMB326 pairs with the Brokk 300 and allows for drilling multiple hole sizes of up to 3 inches in concrete, rock and compact soil

Hydraulics container one-stop shop for remote mines

By: Marleny Arnoldi 16th November 2018 With African mines often based in remote and desolate locations, it is beneficial to have on-site products and services, especially since mines have a high consumption rate of consumables. →

COME FITTED Container start-up stock includes hose fittings and adaptors, crimping and cut-off machines, as well as a manual engraver, hose rack, hose-cleaning projectile kit and projectile stock, necessary tooling and a 2 m x 6 m bolt-on side canopy

Hydropowered drilling saves water – manufacturer

By: Marleny Arnoldi 16th November 2018 The notion that hydro-powered equipment uses or wastes more water than compressed-air (pneumatic) drilling or electric drilling is a misconception, says hydro-powered equipment manufacturer Novatek MD Julian Wills. →

USE TO SAVE Novatek’s hydropowered equipment uses water that is effectively recirculated for cooling or other uses

Company expands offering to include hydraulics test, measurement

By: Marleny Arnoldi 16th November 2018 Amid a “recessive mining market”, industrial equipment and services provider Hydromine Projects & Marketing has expanded its offering by opening a test and measurement division that caters for valves in hydraulic systems. →

AUTOMATION READINESS Hydromine Projects & Marketing has added test and measurement expertise, such as condition monitoring and equipment and installations on site, to its service offering

Hydraulic cylinder manufacturer to focus on expansion, African markets

By: Erin Steenhoff-Snethlage 20th July 2018 Following Germiston-based investment company iSipho Capital Holdings’ acquisition of 90% of Boksburg-based hydraulic and pneumatic manufacturer Anderson & Kerr Engineering in 2017, the hydraulic manufacturer will actively focus on client and market expansion to increase turnover, market footprint... →

SIPHO MDANDA Anderson & Kerr Engineering is working towards becoming a world class manufacturer

Hytec focuses on improving turnaround times

20th July 2018 Kempton Park-based hydraulic cylinder manufacturer Hytec Engineering, which is part of the Hytec Group, has enhanced its service offering this year by purchasing four additional computer numerical control (CNC) machines to increase quality improvements and lower cylinder downtime with the... →

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REDUCING TURNAROUND Hytec Engineering is taking steps to reduce turnaround time for clients

Liebherr celebrates mining solution milestones

20th July 2018 Three of Swiss mining and construction manufacturer Liebherr Group’s hydraulic excavators have been provided to the mining industry for up to 18 years. The R 9100, R 996B and the R 9350 have been available for between five and 18 years. The current range of Liebherr Mining hydraulic excavators... →

PROVIDING SOLUTIONS Liebherr Group has been providing excavator solutions to the mining industry for more than 18 years

Customised spillminator supplied to South African gold mine

By: Victor Moolman 17th November 2017 Engineering solutions and steel fabrication company Lani Service Centre, based in Sebenza, Johannesburg, has supplied a tailor-made spillminator equipped with vesconite bushings to a local gold mine for its underground conveyor and hopper system. “The bushings are self-lubricating, can withstand... →

Flexible couplings able to withstand extreme mining conditions

17th November 2017 Manufactured by global bearings manufacturer The Timken Company, parts distributor Bearing Man Group’s (BMG’s) Quick-Flex couplings are able to withstand the most extreme mining conditions, including temperatures as high as 100 ˚C. The Timken Quick-Flex couplings, which require minimal... →

FLEXIBLE APPLICATION The Quick-Flex coupling’s design makes it suitable for high-speed, low-torque, excessive-vibration drives, to a low-speed, high-torque applications

Low-pressure hydraulic valve to offer adaptability

By: Marleny Arnoldi 21st July 2017 Valves manufacturer Hydromine Projects will take its latest in-development low pressure, pressure-reducing valve to market within the next two months, after ironing out the last issues during a recent trial period at a deep-level gold mine in Klerksdorp, in the North West. The design of the... →

ALLEVIATING PRESSURE Hydromine Projects’ stainless steel pressure reducing stations maintain downstream pressures at a pipeline installation in Australia

Proper hose assemblies improve hydraulic safety and life span

21st July 2017 Technical solutions provider BMG urges that care be taken when selecting, installing and maintaining high-quality components in any hydraulic system because hose assemblies can be highly dangerous if misapplied and if inadequate attention is given to maintenance of the hose and related equipment. →

Valves range to cater for smaller flow applications

By: Marleny Arnoldi 21st July 2017 Hydraulic solutions supplier Turnkey Hydraulics will in the fourth quarter launch German control technologies manufacturer Bucher’s Hydraulic Design Series-24 (HDS-24) flow-sharing directional valves. →

LESS IS MORE The HDS-24 operates at 130 l/min and is a smaller version of Bucher’s widely used HDS-34 valve bank, which operates at 180 l/min

Hydropower – what the industry needs now

By: Marleny Arnoldi 21st July 2017 The contraction in the South African mining industry has resulted in many projects and expansions stalling in recent years, with mines having closed or scaled back on capital and operational expenditure. →

HOLY WATER Existing hydropower technology can deliver significant increases in productivity, reduced operational and maintenance costs, and up to 80% less energy consumption than pneumatic drills

Distributor fills void in pneumatics product range

11th November 2016 Mechanical, tools and industrial product distributor RS Components (RS) is addressing the gap in its pneumatics offering and enhancing its service to engineers by partnering with pneumatic and electrical automation technology solutions provider Festo. Products from Festo will be integrated into... →

ADDRESSING THE GAP Festo Europe region senior VP Gian Paolo Arosio and Electrocomponents head of category A&C Kevin Shield have signed an agreement to will expand the pneumatics products range supplied by RS Components

Multimillion-rand investment furthers aim of industrial market growth

By: Sascha Solomons 11th November 2016 The growing strength of GUD Holdings-owned lubricant company Indy Oil’s brand and reputation among its customer base, which includes members of the mining industry, has led to a multimillion-rand investment in a blending plant in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. GUD Holdings is a manufacturer of... →

NDY OIL BLENDING PLANT KwaZulu-Natal facility has as a bulk-storage capacity one-million litres for base oils and additives

Cone crusher equipped with fail-safe hydraulics

11th November 2016 The high-performance cone crusher from US bulk materials processing and handling systems manufacturer and supplier Superior Industries, is the manufacturer’s first entry into crushing technologies for bulk processing applications. The company highlights that besides a strong commitment to service... →

RUGGED PATRIOT The cone crusher is equipped with fail-safe hydraulics to defend the unit against damaging mechanical overload

Digital manometer ‘indispensable tool’ for pneumatic, hydraulic systems

11th November 2016 Swiss pressure sensing specialist Keller’s first generation of high-resolution digital manometers, the LEO 5, is available from South African distributor of process control and instrumentation equipment Instrotech. With high resolution for accurate measurement, pressure peak analysis and... →

LEO 5 DIGITAL MANOMETER The manometers' peak analysis mode samples and records pressure at a rate of 5kHz with 16-bit resolution

Company promotes Italian pneumatic vibrator range

By: Sascha Solomons 11th November 2016 A comprehensive range of electric and pneumatic internal and external vibrators suitable for ore screening and processing applications is now available in South Africa from industrial equipment supplier Bearings International (BI). BI has been a supplier of vibrator motors since 2012. →

LEWIS HIEPNER Motors’ high-quality bearings and an efficient grease-retaining system ensure long-lasting performance and a low noise level during operation

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