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Scrap export ban detrimental to sector
28th October 2022 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

The Southern Africa Stainless Steel Development Association (Sassda) supports the proposed legislation to stop the economic damage caused by metal theft and infrastructure destruction. However,... 


Solar power reduces carbon emissions in bolt manufacturing
28th October 2022 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

Fasteners manufacturer SA Bolt Manufacturers installed solar power at its facility, in Nigel, Gauteng to reduce reliance on coal-generated power, thereby also reducing its carbon emissions to... 


Local mill essential to the stainless steel market
28th October 2022

The South African stainless steel market is at risk given the pressure on local stainless steel manufacturer Columbus Stainless, says steel merchandiser and distributor Macsteel CEO Mike Benfield.... 


Iron-ore futures reverse gains on global steel demand woes
26th October 2022 By: Reuters

Iron-ore futures reversed early gains on Wednesday, with the Dalian benchmark price hitting the lowest in nearly eight weeks, as weakening global steel demand outweighed slowing exports of the... 


Nickel to enter surplus by year-end – INSG
19th October 2022 By: Donna Slater

During an International Nickel Study Group (INSG) meeting between October 17 and 18, the group deduced that there would be negative growth in the stainless steel sector and that nickel will... 


Iron-ore languishes on supply pressures, weakening demand
19th October 2022 By: Reuters

Benchmark Singapore iron ore prices dipped on Wednesday, while Dalian futures contracts languished near six-week lows, after BHP Group reported higher quarterly output of the steelmaking... 


Zinc producer Nexa expects high prices as Europe smelters shut
14th October 2022 By: Reuters

South American zinc and copper producer Nexa Resources expects tight supplies of zinc metals globally due to smelter closures in Europe as energy prices skyrocket, a situation that is boosting... 


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Pump rental unit proves successful
14th October 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Local pumps manufacturer Werner Pumps completed a project in September for a mine using its Impi Combination Unit, which is mounted on a Toyota Hino 500 2836 6 x 4 Chassis. The project was... 


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Araguaia ferronickel project, Brazil – update
14th October 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Horizonte Minerals has increased the capital expenditure guidance for its Araguaia nickel project. 


Iron-ore slumps as China's strict Covid rules persist
12th October 2022 By: Reuters

Iron-ore futures slumped on Wednesday, with the Dalian benchmark contract hitting its lowest in two weeks, as intensified Covid-19 curbs in China and signals that its draconian zero-case approach... 


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Strongly producing Tharisa achieves seven fatality-free years
11th October 2022 By: Martin Creamer

Platinum group metals (PGMs) and chrome co-producer Tharisa, which on Tuesday reported considerably higher production in the 12 months to September 30, has achieved seven fatality-free years. “We... 


Export ban triples nickel investment in Indonesia’s Morowali
30th September 2022 By: Bloomberg

Indonesia’s nickel investment is set to triple in one of the country’s biggest industrial parks, following a 2019 ban on raw ore exports that President Joko Widodo says will help the economy... 


LESS WEAR, LONGER LIFESPAN
BMG’s Tsubaki SJ3 sealed joint chain series has extended bushing barrier seals that prevent abrasive materials from entering and attacking chain joints
Chain offers improved reliability of mechanical components in harsh conditions
30th September 2022

Tsubaki engineering class SJ3 sealed joint chains, with improved sealing technology, are designed to improve the reliability of many mechanical components exposed to harsh conditions in coal... 


Economic conditions challenge industry
30th September 2022 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

The softer demand for aluminium transport applications, such as trailers, tankers and tippers, amid the current tough economic climate has made the recovery of the transport industry to... 


Iron-ore rebounds on rising China steel output, stimulus hopes
22nd September 2022 By: Reuters

Iron-ore futures rebounded from two-week lows on Thursday, bolstered by rising steel output in top producer China and expectations of higher demand for the steelmaking ingredient ahead of the... 


Chinese investors plan $2.83bn metals park in Zimbabwe
16th September 2022 By: Bloomberg

Zimbabwe’s government approved a proposal by a group of Chinese investors to establish a $2.83-billion battery-metals park that will process metals including lithium, platinum and nickel, its... 


An underground mine with a pump in the shaft
Local supplier sole distributor of specialised pumps
16th September 2022

Local pump importer and distributor AQS Liquid Transfer is the sole supplier of industrial pump manufacturers Sandpiper and Versamatic air-operated double diaphragm (AODD) pumps for the South... 


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MetaleN
9th September 2022

Copper and heat-exchange materials are critical in the modern technological age, forming part of the many essential areas such as energy, heating and cooling, medical, decorative, electronics,... 


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Indonesia president says likely to lose WTO nickel dispute against EU
7th September 2022 By: Reuters

Indonesia will likely lose in its trade dispute against the European Union (EU) over the Southeast Asian country's 2020 ban on exports of nickel ore, President Joko Widodo said on Wednesday. But... 


TAKE THE HEAT
Dry-type transformers comply with class F1 fire certification, meaning that, in the case of a fire, they do not exacerbate the fire or release harmful emissions
Transformers to be installed at local gold mine
2nd September 2022 By: Tracy Hancock

Gauteng dry-type transformer specialist Trafo Power Solutions is on track to supply three transformers to a local underground gold mining operation for commissioning this month, despite the... 


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Russia-Ukraine war impacting on sector
2nd September 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

The war between Russia and the Ukraine has impacted the local food and beverage sector on several fronts, says bearings and power transmission supplier Bearings International (BI) market segment... 


Iron-ore futures drop below $100 on China Covid, steel curbs
30th August 2022 By: Reuters

Dalian and Singapore iron ore futures dropped below $100/t on Tuesday, while spot prices slumped to the lowest in a week, pressured by renewed worries over Covid-19 curbs and steel output... 


Show brings new business to fast-growing pump specialist
Show brings new business to fast-growing pump specialist
26th August 2022

Fast-growing pump dewatering and dredging specialist IPR (previously Integrated Pump Rental) has ambitious plans for Electra Mining Africa, reflecting the importance the company – which derives... 


Aditiv's HYRAX 3D metal printer
Tech startup to launch flagship 3D metal printer at Electra Mining
24th August 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

South African tech startup Aditiv Solutions will be launching its flagship three-dimensional (3D) metal printer, the HYRAX, at the upcoming Electra Mining Africa (EMA) exhibition, to be held at... 


Merafe CEO Zanele Matlala and Merafe FD Ditabe Chocho.
Plans progressing for 744 MW energy for alloys business – Merafe
23rd August 2022 By: Martin Creamer

Construction of the Swedish Stirling plant that converts off-gas to electricity will take place at the Lion ferrochrome smelter near Steelport starting in the second half of this year, Merafe... 


JV company offering complete thermoplastic piping system solutions
JV company offering complete thermoplastic piping system solutions
22nd August 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

South African joint venture (JV) company African Pipes, Valves & Fittings (APVF) Piping Systems offers a complete thermoplastic piping system for the industrial, gas and mining markets. The JV... 


Supplier leveraging industry experience to carve out market segment
Supplier leveraging industry experience to carve out market segment
19th August 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

Industrial equipment supplier Caslad is leveraging its industry experience and contacts to solidify themselves as a large player within the light industrial and materials handling market segment.... 


Iron-ore subdued on China demand concerns
16th August 2022 By: Reuters

Dalian and Singapore iron-ore futures were volatile on Tuesday as traders weighed curbs in industrial electricity consumption in China's Sichuan province that hit steel production. Iron ore's... 


LME nickel volumes plunge with exchange still hostage to March trading fiasco
15th August 2022 By: Reuters

 The volume of nickel traded on the London Metal Exchange (LME) dropped more than 40% in July as funds, consumers and producers continued to shun the market - months after trade was suspended for... 


Iron-ore dips on persistent China demand worries
12th August 2022 By: Reuters

Dalian and Singapore iron-ore futures fell on Friday, reversing gains in the previous session, as traders weighed demand prospects in top steel producer China that has been plagued with a debt... 


Glencore Alloys head Japie Fullard.
President’s new energy plan opens way for Glencore Alloys to target bigger projects
8th August 2022 By: Martin Creamer

Glencore Alloys head Japie Fullard has hailed the new energy plan announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa as opening the way for the company to target bigger power projects. “I must say that the... 


Iron-ore soars on hopes for China's rebound in Q3
25th July 2022 By: Reuters

Iron-ore futures soared on Monday, extending a rally spurred by hopes of an economic rebound for top steel producer and consumer China in the third quarter, and support for the country's troubled... 


Ferronickel shots produced from the Araguaia pilot plant
Araguaia ferronickel project, Brazil – update
22nd July 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

All major and long-lead-time process plant equipment contracts for the Araguaia project have been awarded. 


A group of compressors from the ELGi AB oil free range all stood together on display
Compressors delivered to cement factory
15th July 2022 By: Halima Frost

Compressed air solutions provider Integrated Air Solutions (IAS) has successfully delivered and commissioned two compressors, from air-compressor manufacturer ELGi, to one of South Africa’s largest... 


An image of Tharisa CEO Phoevos Pouroulis
Tharisa weathers challenging conditions to record strong quarterly output, cash generation
12th July 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Dual-listed Tharisa achieved a “commendable” third quarter, ended June 30, maintaining strong production, which was supported by the favourable commodity markets, ensuring a healthy balance sheet... 


An image of EMV Africa steel
Industry continues to face supply chain woes
8th July 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

The stainless steel industry has been under severe supply chain pressure caused by rising prices of raw materials, such as nickel, as well as shipping and logistics and energy costs, in Europe and... 


Lithium ion batteries
Automakers ramping up investments into upstream nickel, cobalt
6th July 2022 By: Darren Parker

Market research firm Fitch Solutions Country Risk and Industry Research (Fitch Solutions) says automakers are increasing their upstream investments and supply contracts to secure enough battery... 


Iron-ore hits 2022 low
Iron-ore hits 2022 low
6th July 2022 By: Reuters

Iron-ore slumped on Wednesday to its lowest level this year in Singapore as China faces fresh Covid-19 flare-ups in several areas including Shanghai, stoking concerns over further lockdowns in the... 


IPR to showcase its pump dewatering and dredging offering at Electra Mining
4th July 2022

Fast-growing pump dewatering and dredging specialist IPR (previously Integrated Pump Rental) has ambitious plans for this year’s Electra Mining Africa, reflecting the importance the company – which... 


TFR signs cross-border agreement with Railways of Mozambique
1st July 2022 By: Schalk Burger

State-owned rail agency Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) has signed a cooperation agreement with Mozambique State agency Ports and Railways of Mozambique (CFM) to implement an immediate train... 


Iron-ore tumbles as recession fears fuel commodities selloff
1st July 2022 By: Reuters

Iron-ore and steel prices tumbled on Friday as prospects of a sharp global economic downturn fanned fears of a slump in demand for commodities, despite signs of a rebound in manufacturing activity... 


A number of 12-meter-long blue water pipes on a truck set for delivery at a water works
Pipe supply proves manufacturer’s metal
1st July 2022 By: Halima Frost

Steel and tube supplier Stewarts & Lloyds Pipes & Fittings have successfully delivered over 1.4 km of pipe to a project in Tshwane – cementing its position as a leading pipe supplier in Africa. The... 


A reel of stainless steel braided hose which is impervious to fire chemicals and pressure
Manufacturer now offers new stainless steel braided hose
1st July 2022

Earlier this year, industrial hose specialist Truco announced it had started manufacturing stainless steel braided hose at its Chamdor campus in Johannesburg, Gauteng. Initial capabilities are for... 


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