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ADTs to play crucial role in construction of 900 ha tailings facility
22nd November 2024

South African manufacturer Bell Equipment’s fleet of articulated dump trucks (ADTs) will play a crucial role in the construction of a massive 900 ha tailings facility for a gold mining company near... 


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Copper demand spurs innovative mining
15th November 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Amid growing copper demand globally, driven by the energy transition, mining companies face significant pressures to increase output amid declining copper head grades.  To meet this challenge,... 


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Solution simplifies ore sorting
15th November 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Increased metal recovery, reduced waste, improved water conservation and lower energy consumption can be achieved using original-equipment manufacturer NextOre’s advanced sensor system Magnetic... 


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SAAFF bemoans lethargic SADC's failure to stop Moz conflicts impacting regional economy
8th November 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With more than 500 000 people having been displaced and 5 785 having died over the last seven years as conflict wages in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado province, Southern Africa Association of Freight... 


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PDS efficacy colliding with workforce culture
8th November 2024 By: Tracy Hancock

Proximity detection systems (PDS) are enablers of health and safety on mine sites but can be rendered less effective should the technology fail to be adopted outright by a mining company’s... 


CRUSHERS, SCREENS AND FEEDERS The Sandvik Zimbabwe operation provides support for Sandvik Rock Processing’s range of crushers, screens and feeders
Zimbabwe underground automation project progresses
1st November 2024

The modest size of Zimbabwe’s mining sector has not prevented Sandvik’s operation in the country from rolling out partnerships to enhance modern mining practices, with a highlight being an ongoing... 


ON-THE-GO POWER
Caterpillar’s Dynamic Energy Transfer system comprises an electrified rail system to transmit the energy to passing vehicles and is highly deployable to suit customers’ specific site layouts
OEM expands electric drive, automation offerings
1st November 2024 By: Donna Slater

Unveiled in mid-September, equipment maker Caterpillar’s (Cat’s) new energy management system – Dynamic Energy Transfer (DET) – offers the ability to transfer electrical energy to both... 


A photo of the new SPX328CL which was introduced to SkyJack's portfolio at the Electra Mining
Fruits of newly inked deal on show at exhibition
25th October 2024 By: Halima Frost

Boksburg-based industrial powered access equipment supplier SkyJacks showcased its range of new and existing powered access, materials handling and lifting equipment at this year’s Electra Mining... 


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S Africa growing leadership in mining RD&I
25th October 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

While the global mining sector lags other sectors in terms of innovation spend, South Africa’s mining research, development and innovation (RD&I) stands out as a key contributor within the... 


An image of a presentation about the ATAJO OnEdge software at the launch event
Oil-monitoring tech boosts maintenance
25th October 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

South Africa-based digital solutions provider Britehouse Mobility, and its partner Perfect Filtration, is optimising plant efficiency and reliability of mobile mining equipment with the ATAJO... 


UMK responds to weak market conditions by switching to rail, limiting exports
18th October 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Local miner United Manganese of Kalahari (UMK) has decided to switch from using road freight transportation to rail for the transport of manganese ore, as well as to limit its exports to align with... 


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Application specifics to drive new product development
18th October 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Developing products under proper environmental conditions is being emphasised by mining equipment manufacturer The Baughan Group as providing sustainable commercial solutions to South Africa’s coal... 


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Improving safety, efficiency in supply chains
18th October 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Noting the complexity of South Africa’s mining environment, which is typically associated with its sizable value chain, telematics solutions provider Webfleet sales director Justin Manson advocates... 


An image of RINGSPANN's DX 280 FEA electro-hydraulic disc brake
Redesigned brakes offer improved performance
11th October 2024

Following extensive re-engineering and a complete revision of their design, power transmission components specialist RINGSPANN has launched its flagship DX series electro-hydraulic disc brakes as a... 


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Procurement process simplifies parts sourcing
11th October 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Mining and industrial equipment electronic part procurement challenges are being addressed through products and solutions supplier RS South Africa’s three-tier priority procurement process, which... 


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Predictive maintenance solutions for efficiency, safety
11th October 2024

Providing fast, efficient and comprehensive evaluation of analogue and digital data, power transmission and motion control products distributor BMG’s NORD predictive maintenance solutions enhance... 


Nicky Oppenheimer
Recycle like there’s no tomorrow, big screen at Oppenheimer event urges attendees
9th October 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Recycle like there’s no tomorrow were the urging words flashed across the large screen at the thirteenth Oppenheimer Research Conference, where long-time former diamond mining luminary Nicky... 


NEW STANDARD
Screening media plays a critical role in optimising productivity and material quality in mining and quarrying
Market entry met with positive response
4th October 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

The reception to screening solutions provider Sandvik Rock Processing’s entry into the screening media market in Africa has been positive, says Africa regional manager for screening media and wear... 


CAM CLUTCHES 
Tsubaki cam clutches are available in different capacities and styles designed to provide three basic modes of operation – overrunning, indexing and backstopping
Cam clutches improve conveyor belt safety
4th October 2024

Committed to ensuring optimum safety standards in all sectors, mining and industrial equipment supplier BMG encourages and assists customers in adhering to stringent safety legislation during bulk... 


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Strategic approach required for conveyor commissioning
4th October 2024

Building and commissioning conveyor systems at mines requires careful consideration of social impact and legal frameworks, reports mining, environmental and construction industry-focused law firm... 


INCIDENT PREVENTION
Tru-Trac Rollers introduced the Rip Prevent+ system to detect and mitigate conveyor belt rips and anomalies
Conveyor tech ups efficiency in crushing, screening
4th October 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

At this year’s Electra Mining Africa event, conveyor specialists Tru-Trac Rollers unveiled a suite of advanced conveyor technologies designed to enhance materials handling and optimise the... 


ENERGY EFFICIENT The HRC 8 has the capacity to reduce energy consumption by up to 50% by using slow rolls, which move at around 32 rpm and are powered by two 75 kW motors
New crusher boosts efficiency, reduces costs across Africa
4th October 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Local mobile and semi-mobile crushing and screening equipment provider Pilot Crushtec has introduced to the African market the Metso HRC 8 high-pressure grinding roll crusher that addresses... 


WIDELY USED Tru-Trac belt scales are in operation across Africa including in countries like Namibia, Zimbabwe, Mali and Tanzania
Scales provide precise, reliable measuring
4th October 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

With a focus on improving the performance, and increasing the reliability, of operations, Tru-Trac Rollers, a conveyor belt solutions manufacturer and supplier of the Tru-Trac conveyor belt scales,... 


An image of a worker installing the Super-Screw
Latest range improves belt joining processes
4th October 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

Through many years of development and refinement, France-based conveyor component solutions developer MLT GROUP South Africa showcased its new range of Super-Screw conveyor belt splicing products... 


An image of the Railveyor system in action
Rail haulage conveyor lowers carbon emissions
4th October 2024

Canada-based gold major Agnico Eagle Mines (AEM) revealed its findings on the efficiency and environmental impact of the Railveyor system – a bulk materials handling system made up of the Railveyor... 


An image of a truck enhanced with Internet of Things
Solutions boost verification efficiency, combat theft
27th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Declining coal prices globally have prompted coal producers to optimise costs and improve efficiencies across their value chain, with an increased focus on combating coal theft and quality... 


WORLD FIRST
The trial marks the world’s first technological feasibility study of an ultra-large, full battery rigid-frame dump truck
Global miner trials battery-powered dump truck
20th September 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

A battery-powered dump truck is being trialled by Canada-based mining and metals company First Quantum Minerals (FQM) at its Kansanshi mine, in Zambia, which the miner says marks the world’s first... 


Rail line closeup
Webber Wentzel says ESG gains will abound if miners invest in rail
19th September 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Freight rail is considered key to the future of Africa’s mining sector, as it can provide efficient transportation of minerals. Law firm Webber Wentzel partner Nomsa Mbere says rail is a prime... 


LARGEST YET
This year’s MINExpo will be the biggest indoor event in the event’s history
Event to showcase innovation, workforce development, industry collaboration
13th September 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

The upcoming MINExpo International returning to Las Vegas, in the US, from September 24 to 26, will have a renewed focus on technological advancement, workforce development and global industry... 


CONTINUOUS INVESTMENT
Continuous investment in research and development has enabled Fulltrades to adapt to the evolving demands of the industrial market
Modern mining solutions highlighted at MINExpo
13th September 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

US-based industrial supplier Fulltrades is set to unveil a series of advanced mining solutions at this year’s MINExpo in September, underscoring its commitment to driving innovation in the mining... 


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