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Engineering collaboration assists local development
18th September 2020

Mechanical engineering contractor Brimis Engineering is working together with air conditioning contractor Blue Hemisphere on the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) installation at the... 


KOEN VAN WYNENDAELE
Before the Covid-19 outbreak, the industry in general was under pressure owing to a sluggish economy with limited to no growth, a difficult political climate and a tough investment climate
HVACR industry at a turning point
18th September 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

The heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) industry is at a turning point and it is up to all the innovators in the industry to take the lead and set a new standard for... 


New and exciting HELLA products recently launched into the market
New and exciting HELLA products recently launched into the market
17th September 2020

Hella SMART Cornering Light Occupational safety is of considerable importance in mines. Work is often performed at night or underground, where there is no natural light. The vehicle lighting is... 


Beyondie sulphate of potash project, Australia – update
Beyondie sulphate of potash project, Australia – update
4th September 2020 By: Sheila Barradas

Kalium Lakes has reported that as of August 5, the project was 52% complete. 


Gender diversity needed in industry
28th August 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Even though the equipment rental and construction sector is still male-dominated, the landscape is changing, says compressor and generator supplier Rand-Air GM Kim Coetzee. “. . . about 48% of this... 


NO POT LUCK
A Beyondie SoP bankable feasibility study was completed prior to the company’s board approving full development of the project
Accommodation for Aus SoP mine on track
28th August 2020

Work on the Beyondie sulphate of potash (SoP) project’s non-process infrastructure, which includes 60 additional rooms for construction accommodation, has continued apace, notes a press release by... 


MICHAEL VAN NIEKERK
ASP Fire provides fire risk consulting and rational design, as well as fire suppression and detection solutions for both home and industrial markets
Cold weather spikes home fires
21st August 2020

Public benefit organisation Household Energy Safety Association of South Africa reports that emergency personnel have had to respond to fires at homes and in informal settlements across South... 


Creecy extends public comment on compulsory proposed manufacturer recycling regulations
21st August 2020 By: Donna Slater

Environment, Forestry and Fisheries Minister Barbara Creecy, on August 5, granted a 30-day extension for public comment on proposed regulations regarding extended producer responsibility with... 


Smart cities open up ‘endless’ business opportunities
21st August 2020 By: Natasha Odendaal

As urbanisation rises, cities need to seek ways of leveraging the power of technology and connectivity to cater for the demands of this increasing urban population, stimulate the growth of... 


Energy Efficiency Award for Green Point Athletics Stadium Lighting
28th July 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

BEKA Schréder is proud to be involved in the award-winning LED lighting retrofit project for the Green Point Athletics Stadium. At the 2019 ECA(SA) Presidential Excellence Awards, elex khanyisa... 


WINTER SEASON BENEFITS 
The Corobrik clay face brick offers enhanced thermal comfort by retaining warmth in winter
Brick supplier completes Gauteng school project
17th July 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Face brick supplier Corobrik has completed the supply of its bricks for the construction of Noordgesig Primary School’s administration block and hall. 


KEEPING ELECTRICITY FLOWING
Tembo Power has nine hydropower projects under way in three African countries, including the Democratic Republic of Congo, Burundi and Kenya
DRC hydropower construction to start within a year
17th July 2020 By: Darren Parker

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... 


EASE OF USE 
The compressor has a quick-change coupler connector and a single-turn regulator
Manufacturer introduces quiet cordless compressor
10th July 2020

Harnessing the power, performance, and run time delivered by M18 FUEL technology, heavy-duty, portable electric power tools and accessories manufacturer Milwaukee Tool has developed the industry’s... 


PLUGGED IN
Legrand has add to its home automation solutions that use traditional house wiring and is controlled through WiFi
Home automation add-on launched
10th July 2020

Global electrical and digital building infrastructure specialist Legrand has launched its Arteor-with-Netatmo which is a simple home automation solution that uses traditional house wiring and is... 


BEKA Schréder is excited to announce the launch of the LEDlume-midi XP. Together with the LEDlume-mini XP, we have created the LEDlume XP family.
6th July 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The LEDlume XP offers optimised photometrical performance with a minimum total cost of ownership. It provides customers with the ideal tool to generate energy savings, improve lighting levels and... 


GRAHAME CRUICKSHANKS
The rate of energy efficiency-related retrofits is high in commercial office, retail and industrial spaces
Energy efficiency part of futureproofing assets
12th June 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

Local building owners are looking to futureproof their assets for the secondary market, and reduce operating costs across all sectors, including the commercial, office, retail, industrial and... 


MASSIVE ENERGY SAVINGS 
QVAL can achieve substantial energy and maintenance savings
Light manufacturer extends bulkhead range
12th June 2020

Light manufacturer BEKA Schréder has launched its QVAL light-emitting-diode (LED) bulkhead, which forms part of its existing LED bulkhead range. The QVAL is a decorative yet versatile,... 


Lighting the way in challenging times
Lighting the way in challenging times
12th June 2020

Technilamp is a leading distributor of ultraviolet light technology in South Africa. We have successfully built a sound reputation as a market leader in our sector over 45 years, carrying the... 


TAKING FLIGHT 
The drones have been designed for indoor use
Boiler inspection easier with drones
5th June 2020 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

Using drones, in addition to rope access, can result in boiler inspections being done at a fraction of the cost and much quicker, notes rope access specialist Skyriders. 


SPARKING SECTOR GROWTH
It is critical to implement measures to stimulate the reindustrialisation of the manufacturing sector
Reindustrialisation of manufacturing critical for growth
29th May 2020 By: Darren Parker

Measures to stimulate economic growth in South Africa after Covid-19 should include policies and interventions that will result in the reindustrialisation of the manufacturing sector, says industry... 


DIG A LITTLE DEEPER 
The environmental aspects of concrete parking lots, should not be overlooked
More to concrete parking lots than meets the eye
22nd May 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Concrete offers several major advantages when building parking areas, says industry body The Concrete Institute (TCI) MD Bryan Perrie. 


We are very proud to announce that we have been certified as a B-BBEE Level 3 contributor.
21st May 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

We as BEKA Schréder, being a local manufacturer, believe in sustainability and contributing to the economy and local communities. We aim to add value to South Africa beyond our own bottom line, by... 


TRANSFORMATIVE DEVELOPMENTS
The decreasing cost of renewable-energy technologies, such as rooftop solar photovoltaic, are one of the developments transforming South Africa’s energy market
Local energy not managed efficiently
8th May 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

South Africa is not using its world-class renewable energy resources to drive energy efficiency, says independent conservation organisation World Wide Fund for Nature South Africa (WWF-SA) urban... 


Coal snags $31m in US stimulus loans for small business
Coal snags $31m in US stimulus loans for small business
6th May 2020 By: Bloomberg

Stimulus loans meant to help small businesses hurt by the coronavirus pandemic are being doled out to coal companies, stoking criticism from environmentalists that the Trump administration is using... 


Tembo Power has a portfolio of ten projects across Kenya, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo
Debt funders appointed for 15 MW Kenya hydropower project
1st May 2020 By: Terence Creamer

Africa-focused independent power producer Tembo Power, of Mauritius, has announced the appointment of two senior debt financiers – the Emerging Africa Infrastructure Fund (EAIF) and Finnfund – for... 


The 5.25 MW Sindila hydropower project, in Uganda.
SA private-equity firm teams up with IPP to develop 14.7 MW Kenya hydro plant
17th April 2020 By: Terence Creamer

South African private equity firm teams up with IPP to develop 14.7 MW hydro plant in Kenya South African private equity fund manager Metier has signed an agreement with Tembo Power, of Mauritius,... 


New and exciting HELLA products recently launched into the market
New and exciting HELLA products recently launched into the market
11th March 2020

Occupational safety is of considerable importance in mines. Work is often performed at night or underground, where there is no natural light. The vehicle lighting is often the only light source.... 


Need for change to address challenges in rail sector
6th March 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Despite the local rail industry in South Africa constituting a sizeable and critical portion of the economy, and being well developed, compared with the rest of Africa, the rail infrastructure is... 


Advanced FST
Advanced FST
27th February 2020

The fire apparatus division of safety equipment supplier Advanced Fire Suppression Technologies in Alberton is equipped to convert a Ford Ranger 3.2 TDCi Supercab 4x4 or any similar chassis cab... 


Tharisa social labour plan manager Pebetse Mabaso
Mining industry urged to ensure safety of female employees
20th February 2020 By: Simone Liedtke

Integrated resources group Tharisa social labour plan manager Pebetse Mabaso has called on the South African mining industry to create specific safety guidelines for women in mining. Concerns about... 


LIGHT IT UP BEKA Schréder’s LED luminaires offer a low watt per square metre to provide the right light output
Manufacturer provides high-quality lighting solutions
14th February 2020

Lighting manufacturer BEKA Schréder offers high-quality solutions that result in reduced energy and maintenance costs while ensuring safety and comfort. As the average yearly energy bill continues... 


LED lighting affects factories positively
14th February 2020

Ensuring that a workspace is fitted with adequate lighting is of paramount importance as lighting plays a role in security, safety and overall productivity, says specialised lamps supplier The... 


EXCLUSIVE PICKS 
Vert Energy is the exclusive distributor for Leroy-Somer in Southern Africa
Company increases footprint in Africa through distributorship
31st January 2020

Electro-mechanical power transmission supplier Vert Energy’s Leroy-Somer LSK direct current (DC) motors provide cost-effective solutions for variable speed applications.  


On-The-Air (24/01/2020)
On-The-Air (24/01/2020)
24th January 2020 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa’s coal exports fell for the second year running as weather changes hold up shipping and local coal business rescues inhibit supply. Climate change has become the new lighting rod of... 


Investment value of solar water heating increasing
17th January 2020 By: Khutso Maphatsoe

With the cost of electricity increasing, solar water heating systems manufacturer Uber Solar MD James Green says such systems for geysers are a good long-term investment for commercial use. “The... 


LIGHTEN UP
The photovoltaic process is optimized by efficient polycrystalline solar module technology to maximise solar energy
Solar streetlights cater for lighting requirements
17th January 2020

Lighting manufacturer BEKA Schréder’s locally designed and manufactured solar street lights for outdoor residential and public applications provide a full customisable option to suit all off-grid... 


Chinese VP Liu He and US President Donald Trump sign an initial trade deal in Washington.
China to buy rare earths from US as part of trade pact
16th January 2020 By: Reuters

China has agreed to buy two types of rare earth metals from the United States as part of an initial trade deal inked on Wednesday, a move likely to boost US production of the strategic minerals.... 


Company adds new compact slewing ring bearings to its range
8th November 2019

Electric utility company igus offers lubrication-free slewing ring bearings from the polymer slewing ring bearings PRT-04 range, which saves 60% weight and 50% space, while performing fast rotary... 


PRESSED FOR TIME Rand-Air's compressors are supplied to mines for unexpected shutdowns saving time and money
Compressor company caters well to shutdowns
1st November 2019 By: Halima Frost

With the mining sector accounting for about 30% of its business, generator and compressor rental company Rand-Air notes that it has proven its ability to mitigate some of the challenges that local... 


Exxaro's new headquarters ‘give hope’ in difficult economic times, says Nxesi
Exxaro's new headquarters ‘give hope’ in difficult economic times, says Nxesi
21st October 2019 By: Simone Liedtke

In unveiling the new headquarters of diversified miner Exxaro Resources, in Centurion, on Monday, Employment and Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi said the unveiling of the head office space in the... 


KHOTSO MAJOE 
Omron partners with clients to offer holistic solutions where production processes are integrated in one house
Barcodes add value to Industry 4.0
18th October 2019 By: Mamaili Mamaila

There is an opportunity, through Industry 4.0, to make the data derived from barcodes more useful across industrial value chains, says industrial automation provider Omron South Africa product... 


Mineral Resources and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe
Don’t 'declare war among technologies', says Mantashe amid imminent tabling of the IRP
8th October 2019 By: Kim Cloete

Mineral Resources and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe on Tuesday said the latest version of government’s Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) would be tabled before Cabinet next week and would make space... 


LIGHTING THE WAY
The product was developed for use in industrial and mining plants, especially conveyor lighting applications
Lighting specialist expands MAGLED bulkheads range
4th October 2019 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Industrial lighting specialist Magnitech launched its MAGLED MINI light-emitting diode (LED) bulkheads in July, after being in development for more than a year, says Magnitech technical manager... 


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