Local export barriers towards Europe could continue

The recently introduced export barriers for stainless steel scrap in South Africa indicate that the trend could continue towards more protectionism in scrap markets, says Germany-based Centre for... 

Global stainless steel sector to grow

Consultancy group MEPS has, with cautious optimism, forecast stainless steel production growth in 2014 will be better than 2013 for all traditional steelmaking countries and regions, including the... 

South African ferrochrome capacity shows consistency

South Africa’s ferrochrome industry used 85% of its capacity in the first quarter, more or less in line with the fourth quarter of 2013, says consultancy service provider Core Consultants MD Lara... 

Zambia receives malaria treatments

Swiss pharmaceutical company Novartis announced in April, that two-million of its pediatric antimalarial treatment arrived in Zambia, owing to the ongoing efforts of the company’s collaboration... 

Smart glove helps leprosy patients

Smart glove technology, which tracks pressure points on the palms and fingers and helps prevent injuries to hands, as a result of nerve damage and sensory loss, is currently being tested at the... 

Company launches temperature monitoring barcode

Information systems provider Harmonic Group launched the FreshCode barcode labels last month, which alert and record multiple instances of temperature change during the cold chain of... 

Company stresses importance of flooring in hospitals

The ‘Impact of the Environment on Infections in Healthcare Facilities’ study, conducted by healthcare and design professionals the Centre for Health Design director of research Anjali Joseph, in... 

African company wins innovation award

Nonprofit organisation (NPO) The African Innovation Foundation (AIF), which mobilises innovators across Africa, has named biotechnology research and development company Altis Biologics CEO Dr... 

New point-of-care system for HIV/Aids patients launched

US-based medical technology company BD Biosciences launched its BD FACSPresto Near Patient cluster of differentiation 4 (CD4) counter system this month. The counter provides absolute and percentage... 

Company announces two new contracts

News agency Reuters has adopted a satellite news gathering (SNG) service from communications services provider Avanti Communications in South Africa, which is exhibiting at SatCom Africa 2014,... 

Significant growth for telecommunications in Africa

“Over the past 20 years, South Africa has achieved better telecommunications connections, better communications solutions with more cost-effective capacity, owing to innovation, collaboration and... 

Mine software from rock face to port

With underperforming mining assets impacting on share prices, mining companies are aiming to improve financial returns and boost free cash flow by driving growth through better management across... 

Holistic software the future of mining industry – project manager

South Africa-based mining project management and engineering company DRA Mineral Projects has developed a software solution, Mine Operations Management System (MOMS), which the company believes... 

Software solution tackles industry challenges

Owing to a difficult and volatile economic climate, compounded by lower commodity prices, bearish forecasts, increasing costs and lower productivity, the mining industry is changing its focus from... 

Hydrocarbon-based fuel research and development project under way

Consulting engineering firm Raventech, in collaboration with educational institution North-West University (NWU) has initiated a research and development project, which started in January, to... 

Temporary power plants crucial for energy sector

During emergency situations, where there is an unexpected loss of electricity, utility companies or energy authorities must have a backup plan to restore electricity as soon as possible. The best... 

Significant growth expected for power demand in South Africa

There is an increasing demand for power generation, specifically standby power, in South Africa, owing to continuous electricity supply constraints and higher utility pricing, as well as the need... 

New temperature controller launched

Electronics company Omron launched its new E5C temperature controller on to the South African market last year, says Omron sales manager Alistair Kay. The temperature controller, which was designed... 

Company expands its range to increase competitiveness

Electronic motor protection relays manufacturer NewElec will launch a multiprotocol interface in the second quarter, which will enable its NewCode relay to be more competitive, says NewElec MD... 

Company commissions new coatings plant

A coating preparation plant (CPP) and dip tank were installed and commissioned by local foundry consumable supplier Foseco – the foundry division of Vesuvius – in January, says Foseco South Africa... 

Foundry training centre begins training candidates

Gauteng’s first foundry training centre was officially launched in September last year at the Ekurhuleni East College (EEC) for further education and training in Kwa Thema, Springs, to create a hub... 

Forum tackles industry challenges

The New Foundry Generation Forum, launched in August last year, enhances a chosen group of young leaders in the foundry industry, identified and selected by a committee. The forum aims to develop... 

Bright future for multifaceted foundry industry, despite decline

The metal-casting industry has experienced a period of decline, with several closures of foundries in recent years. However, the recent signs of economic recovery in Europe and North America, the... 

Going green is now mainstream for building design

While there may have been initial uncertainty in the construction industry in terms of making buildings more sustainable – in line with the Green Star South Africa ratings – the practice of doing... 

Management systems to ‘green’ buildings

Energy management is being considered an integral part of any organisation and an important consideration to any corporate budget if implemented correctly into a company’s business strategy, says... 

Mind shift needed for sustained energy efficiency

To alleviate the constant pressures of environmental consideration, US technology group Johnson Controls has developed a seven-step process for Central Plant Optimisation (CPO), which can deliver... 

New drilling software ready for implementation

Technology group Sandvik Mining’s new tunneling project management and information analysis software, Intelligent Sandvik Underground Rock Excavation (iSure), which helps to optimise drilling and... 

Compact drill design proves popular

South African equipment supplier Mine Support Products’ (MSP) drill rig, the Terra, is being used by gold mining major AngloGold Ashanti and Sibanye Gold. The drill rig’s enhanced ergonomic design... 

2 000-m-deep shaft project well under way, says drilling company

The initial phase of shaft sinking and drilling company Redpath Mining South Africa’s infrastructure development at Zambia-based copper and cobalt producer Mopani Copper Mines’ (MCM’s) Mindola deep... 

Industry requires formal skills recognition

Sixty-two mining industry stakeholders, including mining company representatives, drilling contractors and equipment suppliers last month attended the first South African Exploration Drilling... 

High-speed laser first of its kind

Laser identification and traceability technology manufacturer Telesis reports that its EV40 diode-pumped solid-state laser, which was launched last year, is exceeding efficiency expectations, as... 

New image processing improves on speed and accuracy

Electronics company Omron launched its new Shape Search III image-processing technology last year, which is ten times faster than its predecessors, says Omron vision manager Philip Potgieter. He... 

Company develops alternative to using pure helium for laser welding

Industrial gases and engineering company the Linde Group launched its Lasgon series in central Europe in the 1990s as an alternative to using pure helium for laser welding that conserves the gas... 

Company introduces new product range

Lightning and surge protection, electrical safety, and test and measurement specialists Surgetek will introduce its thermal imaging power quality analysers, test and measurement equipment, as well... 

Ecofriendly brake pad sets benchmark

Automotive supplier Federal-Mogul, the holding company for Ferodo brake products, launched the first copper-free Eco-Friction brake pads in October last year. The friction formulation is designed... 

South African market needs to keep up with demand

Industrial design company BP Nel reports that it has delivered 3D models for 4 radiator n-caps to automotive industry supplier Behr International for the new BMW 3 series in December last year. 

Wireless tool benefits the automotive industry

Screwdriver technology, automation, air motors and air tools supplier Deprag launched a new range of wireless screwdrivers used in the component sector of the automotive industry for screwing and... 

Training academy to improve automotive industry

Car manufacturer Hyundai Automotive South Africa (HASA) launched The Hyundai Training Academy, in Bedfordview, Johannesburg, in November, with the aim of addressing the serious shortage of... 

Vehicle production more important than sales

The automotive industry accounts for about 6% of South Africa’s gross domestic product (GDP) and the local production of vehicles is of paramount importance, as it facilitates job creation, says... 

Wide range of in-depth testing offered

To ensure that of cars in South Africa are safe, several tests are offered by the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) in support of regulatory requirements, thereby addressing a variety of...