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Materials Handling

Materials handling is the industrial sector concerned with the movement, storage, control and protection of materials, goods and products throughout manufacturing, distribution, consumption and disposal. The sector encompasses a wide range of equipment, systems and processes used to transport materials within facilities, between production stages, and across supply chains. Core activities include loading, unloading, sorting, stacking, palletising, conveying and warehousing of raw materials, work-in-progress and finished goods. Equipment ranges from manual tools and trolleys to sophisticated automated systems including cranes, hoists, conveyors, forklifts, automated guided vehicles and robotic systems. Materials handling is critical to ports, mines, manufacturing plants, warehouses and distribution centres, where efficient movement of bulk commodities, containers and packaged goods directly affects productivity and operating costs. The sector supports industries including mining, agriculture, logistics, construction and manufacturing. In port operations, materials handling equipment moves containers, bulk minerals and general cargo between ships, storage yards and transport modes. Advances in automation, sensor technology and data analytics are transforming traditional materials handling into integrated logistics systems that optimise throughput, reduce labour costs and improve safety. The sector's efficiency has direct implications for supply chain competitiveness and economic productivity.
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Materials Handling News


Image of SKF Cooper split cylindrical roller bearings
Roller bearings that meet harsh demands
9th October 2026

Global bearing and seal manufacturer SKF recently supplied its Cooper 03 series split cylindrical roller bearings to a leading iron-ore mine in South Africa’s Northern Cape province, noting that... 


An image of a linear motion machine at a factory
Managing inertia, loads, speed in packaging linear motion systems
2nd October 2026

Engineers are increasingly required to specify linear motion systems capable of handling heavier payloads at higher operating speeds, without compromising precision, reliability or service life,... 


BELT SCRAPERS
OST-Africa’s new economical ECO belt scraper range includes primary and secondary cleaners, as well as a new curved ARC secondary scraper, designed to improve cleaning performance, extend blade service life, reduce downtime and lower maintenance requirements
Economical belt scrapers developed to clean conveyors
2nd October 2026

Oscillating System Technology-Africa (OST-Africa) has expanded its conveyor belt cleaning solutions with the introduction of a new economical ECO belt scraper range that includes economical primary... 


TURNKEY OFFERING
BMG provides turnkey drive packages for belt conveyors and feeders used in mining and bulk materials handling
Conveyor drive technology improved for reliability, availability
2nd October 2026

By bringing the mechanical, electrical, lubrication and condition-monitoring elements of the drive system of a mining materials handling system together, industrial equipment supplier BMG is... 


The above image depicts the advanced screen mounts by Oscillating Systems Technology
Low maintenance screen mounts improve efficiency, safety
25th September 2026

Oscillating systems solutions company Oscillating Systems Technology- (OST-) Africa’s advanced screen mount system offers a maintenance-free alternative to conventional coil spring mechanisms,... 


A Weba Chute Systems head chute engineered to handle abrasive materials while controlling material flow, reducing maintenance requirements and extending service intervals
Why Transfer Systems Demand Engineering Partnerships, Not Equipment Purchases
14th September 2026

Materials transfer systems sit at the heart of every minerals processing operation, quietly moving thousands of tonnes of ore every hour between crushers, screens, conveyors and processing... 


IMET export area manager Simone Maschio spoke to Engineering News & Mining Weekly during the Electra Mining Africa event, held in Johannesburg from September 7 to 11, 2026.
IMET advances radio remote control technology for demanding industrial applications
10th September 2026

As industrial and mining operations increasingly adopt remote-control technologies to improve operator safety, equipment flexibility and productivity, Italian specialist IMET I.R.L. is developing... 


Tru-Trac highlights growing role of belt and thermal scanning in conveyor reliability
Tru-Trac highlights growing role of belt and thermal scanning in conveyor reliability
9th September 2026

As conveyor systems become increasingly critical to production performance in mining and bulk materials handling operations, advanced thermal scanning technologies are emerging as a powerful tool... 


PROK expands footprint with opening of new idler manufacturing facility in South Africa 
PROK expands footprint with opening of new idler manufacturing facility in South Africa 
9th September 2026

PROK, a global leader in conveyor component design, engineering, and manufacturing, is proud to announce the opening of its new South Africa conveyor idler manufacturing facility.  This strategic... 


Industry expertise drives Sew-Eurodrive’s Electra Mining Africa presence
Industry expertise drives Sew-Eurodrive’s Electra Mining Africa presence
28th August 2026

Drive and automation technology provider SEW-EURODRIVE will use Electra Mining Africa 2026 to showcase its industry-focused approach and comprehensive lifecycle support strategy, demonstrating how... 


PREVIOUS WINNERS
The 2024 competition attracted significant attention from the materials handling, logistics, warehousing, and mining sectors, drawing skilled operators from across South Africa
Forklift Competition returns to Electra
28th August 2026

Following the success of the 2024 Forklift Driver Competition, accredited South African skills development provider Transvaal Training has again been confirmed as the official judging partner for... 


AFTERMARKET SUPPORT
Dedicated technical support and aftermarket services help customers maximise equipment availability and performance.
Industry expertise drives SEW-EURODRIVE’s Electra Mining Africa presence
28th August 2026

Industry-specific focus and life cycle support are the standout features of gear manufacturer SEW-EURODRIVE’s presence at Electra Mining Africa 2026, according to SEW-EURODRIVE national sales and... 


The Danfoss iC7-Automation drives
Integrated engineering solutions on display at EMA 2026
28th August 2026

Industrial solutions provider BMG will participate in Electra Mining Africa 2026, once again presenting its extensive engineering solutions and technical services that have been refined over more... 


Image of a chain
Corrosion-resistant chains useful in food-related applications
28th August 2026 By: Devina Haripersad

Power transmission products supplier BMG has introduced two Fenner roller chains aimed at applications where corrosion, contamination and abrasive wear can affect equipment performance, including... 


Image of a Weba Chute System
Transfer points key to mining operational efficiency
20th August 2026

A growing demand for engineered transfer point solutions is emerging as mining operations across Africa place increasing pressure on throughput, uptime and operational efficiency, notes bulk... 


Specialised And Quick Fault Analysis For Lifting Equipment
Specialised And Quick Fault Analysis For Lifting Equipment
4th August 2026

“Ensuring the sustained performance of capital equipment such as crane rails, ropes, hoist rails, gantry rails, and runway beams, which guide lifting equipment and support heavy loads, is essential... 


Engineered Conveyor Solutions Are Critical To Reducing Downtime And Improving Plant Reliability
Engineered Conveyor Solutions Are Critical To Reducing Downtime And Improving Plant Reliability
30th July 2026

In modern bulk materials handling operations, conveyor performance is directly linked to plant throughput, equipment availability and maintenance efficiency. As production environments place... 


Image of a Weba Chute Systems bifurcated chute
Engineered chute systems help improve plant reliability
24th July 2026

Engineered chute systems play a critical role in minimising conveyor belt misalignment by ensuring material is loaded centrally, at the correct velocity and in a controlled flow pattern, thereby... 


A Weba Superflow transfer chute optimises material flow, reduces wear and improves plant performance
Optimising Transfer Points Is The Hidden Opportunity To Unlock Plant Availability And Throughput
22nd July 2026

In many mineral processing plants, significant attention is given to major equipment such as crushers, mills, screens and pumps when seeking production improvements. However, one of the most... 


The above image depicts a worker operating a crane
Materials handling market sees rapid growth
29th May 2026 By: Lynne Davies

Several key factors, such as the impact of Operation Vulindlela, have seen the materials handling market in Southern Africa undergo a rapid change in recent years, to the extent that the market is... 


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