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Mine Mechanisation
First 65t electric truck showcased at Electra
4th November 2022 Engineering company Sandvik showcased a glimpse of the ‘Future of Mining’ with its mining breakthrough in battery technology at its stand at this year’s Electra Mining Africa. The focus of Sandvik stand visitors’ attention “was undoubtedly” on Sandvik’s 65 t TH665B battery electric vehicle (BEV),... →
Course paves way for growth opportunities in GIS platforms
By: Nadine Ramdass 4th November 2022 The growing interest in Geographical Information System (GIS) platforms as the preferred platform for visualising and analysing mining data in multiple dimensions, along with a shortage of qualified specialists in such systems, prompted the University of the Witwatersrand’s (Wit’s) Wits Mining... →
Specialised antennas ensure connectivity in mine tunnels
By: Nadine Ramdass 4th November 2022 Telecommunications equipment supplier Poynting Antennas offers locally designed antennas to ensure robust connectivity in various industries, including openpit and underground mining. The company prioritises quality and performance in the design and manufacture of antennas that are suitable for... →
Heavy-duty seal provides savings for miner
By: Nadine Ramdass 4th November 2022 Mechanical seals and support system specialist AESSEAL is upgrading 14 pumps for a mining company based in Namibia. The upgrade will include installing AESSEAL’s CDPH heavy-duty double slurry mechanical seals, SW2 a water management system and fluid distribution unit (FDU) for the pumps in a... →
Satellite solution links mines to data benefits
By: Nadine Ramdass 4th November 2022 Telecommunications company BT group’s medium earth-orbit (MEO) mining service provides a “game-changing satellite connectivity solution” for mining companies to improve performance, safety and profitability using the large quantities of data generated by their remote operations. The MEO mining... →
Integration project creates more value for mine
By: Nadine Ramdass 4th November 2022 Digital automation and energy management specialist Schneider Electric has reached the final stage of its information technology (IT) and operational technology integration project in South Africa’s Northern Cape province, for a South African diversified miner. The project began in 2019 – in... →
E-book helps mines enhance efficiencies
4th November 2022 Automated sorting systems specialist TOMRA Mining has published a new e-book to help mines enhance efficiencies and profitability by using information gathered by sorting machines. The “easy-to-read”, 21-page booklet, titled ‘When Sorters Become Data Generating Machines’, explains how businesses... →
Diamond producer reaps rewards of modernisation
By: Halima Frost 29th October 2021 v Russia-based diamond miner Alrosa’s significant investment in modernising and automating its manufacturing processes is aimed at improving operational performance and decreasing costs. →
Explosives company achieves world-class rating
By: Halima Frost 29th October 2021 Mining explosives and blasting technology supplier BME, a member of diversified chemicals group Omnia, tells Mining Weekly it has achieved a record-low recordable case rate of 0.05% in the blasting sector for the last financial year. A recordable case rate is a well-established measure of safety... →
Company showcases tech innovations on new forum
By: Halima Frost 29th October 2021 Industrial equipment multinational Siemens launched its inaugural Smart Mining Forum as an online event from August 3 to 5. The event highlighted Siemens’ technical expertise and showcased real examples of its software and technology solutions while current and future trends in sustainable mining... →
Interactivity key to digital shift
By: Simone Liedtke 30th October 2020 The combination of human interactivity and technology can play a crucial role in supporting and securing operational excellence, says Swedish mining gear and metal-cutting tools maker Sandvik digital business development, crushing and screening division head Petra Sundstrom. She explains that... →
Sandvik launches Rock Drill Centre
By: Simone Liedtke 30th October 2020 Swedish mining gear and metal-cutting tools maker Sandvik officially launched its Finland-based Rock Drill Innovation Centre during the company’s virtual ‘Innovation in Mining’ conference, held last month. The grand opening was initially planned for 2020 but has since been delayed owing to the... →
The best flowmeter solution for Mining
30th October 2020 As the technological leader in non-invasive flow measurement with ultrasonics, FLEXIM strives to offer flexible, reliable, and accurate measurement systems. For over 30 years, FLEXIM has set the standard in clamp-on ultrasonic flow measurement and continues to improve upon existing technology to... →
App boosts company performance
By: Mc'Kyla Nortje 30th October 2020 Providing advanced and effective drilling solutions and services across geographies and sectors sets South Africa-based drilling company Master Drilling apart from its competitors, says Master Drilling group business development manager Izak Bredenkamp. “We are flexible and provide specialised... →
Autonomous mining vehicles to improve efficiency, reduce cost
By: Mc'Kyla Nortje 30th October 2020 Using artificial intelligence and robotic mining systems – such as autonomous vehicles – in the mining sector is an interesting development that could have a significant impact on mine efficiency going forward, says mining advisory company Ukwazi Northern Cape mining head Jaco Mans. “The use of... →
Autonomous drone technology hovering in Africa
By: Darren Parker 1st November 2019 Australian technology startup Emesent has introduced its Hovermap drone payload to Africa by finalising a distribution agreement with local mining technology company Dwyka Mining Services last month, Emesent CEO and co-founder Dr Stefan Hrabar tells Mining Weekly. Although new to the continent,... →
Digital platform improves zinc miner’s operations
By: Darren Parker 1st November 2019 Global engineering group Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology is commissioning a comprehensive data analytics and information management system called OptiMine for base metals miner Vedanta Zinc International’s Black Mountain Mining (BMM) operation, in the Northern Cape. The OptiMine platform will... →
Drop-in service modernises ageing mining technology
By: Darren Parker 1st November 2019 Drive engineering company SEW-Eurodrive has made a drop-in service available for the African mining sector, whereby historically inefficient worm gear units can be replaced one by one with modernised helical and helical bevel gearboxes. The drop-in replacement service ensures that old, worn... →
Mechanised equipment supplier wins award
By: Darren Parker 1st November 2019 Coal cutting machinery and gearbox supplier Eickhoff South Africa was recognised for operational excellence as a supplier of mechanised equipment at the inaugural Exxaro Supplier Excellence Awards, held in Johannesburg, last month. The other two finalists nominated in this category were... →
Mobile emulsion pumps technology goes global
By: Darren Parker 1st November 2019 South African explosives company BME is taking its MP2 mobile mechanised emulsion pump technology for underground blasting applications to international markets. BME product manager Neil Alberts tells Engineering News that demonstrations of the MP2 emulsion pump technology are being planned for... →
New tech ensures safety at underground mines
2nd November 2018 With the death toll in South African mines this year having reached 54, dynamic company Advanced Communications has sourced advanced radios, which use the mine’s existing metallic and conductive infrastructure, to create reliable communication paths underground that extend for kilometres. Mine... →
Digital solutions improve mining industry
2nd November 2018 Last month, digital mining implementation of information technologies developer Vist Group presented its digital solution for the global market at the eleventh Mining Show, which is the largest mining & quarrying conference and expo for the Middle East, Africa, Central Asia and South Asia. “The... →
Portable workshop solution usable for new mines
By: Thabi Madiba 2nd November 2018 The CXT Explorer is a mobile field workshop that can be used when prospecting in the mining industry, says crane manufacturer Konecranes South Africa service, sales and marketing director John MacDonald. The Finland-developed CXT Explorer – a combination of a 6.3 t mobile overhead crane,... →
Upgrades to mine increase plant efficiency
By: Thabi Madiba 2nd November 2018 Mining electrical equipment manufacturer Emis Sales 2002 has completed upgrade projects comprising the design and installation of communication, automation and protection systems at South African anthracite producer and exporter Zululand Anthracite Colliery (ZAC), in KwaZulu-Natal, to improve... →
Transmission equipment components offer multiple benefits
3rd November 2017 Technical solutions provider BMG’s portfolio of Fenner power transmission components from manufacturer Fenner Drives includes a range of high-strength friction transmission belts that offer longer service life, higher drive efficiency and reduced downtime, compared with conventional V-belts.... →
Mechanised mining produces indirect jobs, uptake increasing
By: Victor Moolman 3rd November 2017 Despite the popular belief that the proliferation of mechanised mines in the African mining industry will lead to job losses, mechanised mining does generate new employment opportunities, although indirectly through the maintenance, logistics, spare parts transportation, fuel requirements and... →
Modular electric houses destined for mine in Africa
3rd November 2017 Medium to heavy engineering company Parnis Manufacturing has secured a contract to fabricate modular electrical houses (E-Houses) for a mine in Africa, which it attributes to its established record for high-quality manufacture. The continued trend to make use of E-Houses has seen a marked... →
MOBILE OR MODULAR E-Houses are mobile or modular houses that are fully equipped electrical substations manufactured using insulated steel panels
Durban company expands trommel, apron feeder range
28th October 2016 Durban-based materials handling equipment supplier Big Lift Trucks (BLT) has launched the MDS M412 trommel, which offers cost-effective solutions for smaller production requirements in minerals processing and recycling applications. BLT Africa and Indian Ocean Islands MD Ken Mouritzen says the... →
Enhanced drivetrain solutions a response to mining industry needs
By: Aarifah Nosarka 28th October 2016 Drivetrain, sealing and thermal-management technologies supplier Dana expects to start preproduction tests in the first quarter of 2017 for its Spicer 20D rigid nonsteering axle designed for underground mining applications in harsh, rugged environments. The company is concluding verification... →
Rapid Armor - Liner Management System
28th October 2016 The revolutionary liner maintenance system from developer Rapid Armor is designed to change the way in which maintenance is performed on liner systems in mining and quarrying plants. This system raises the bar for maintenance efficiency, plant utilisation, cost reduction and, most importantly,... →
Patented mining technology to be released month-end
By: Aarifah Nosarka 28th October 2016 Local ultra-low-profile mining machinery and equipment supplier CMTI Consulting expects to release its patented MT100, MT1000 and automated brake tester technologies for mines by the end of this month. The technology, developed by CMTI Consulting, in Pretoria, comprises 70% local content and is... →
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