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Halima Frost

Halima Frost

Halima Frost is a Creamer Media Senior Writer for Engineering News and Mining Weekly.

By Halima Frost

A range fo containers holding the heavy-duty industrial and commercial butyl-based detergent BH-38

Greener chemical cleaner on offer

27th September 2024

South African industrial and retail chemicals manufacturer Reinol-Janek Chemicals’ BH-38, a heavy-duty industrial and commercial butyl-based detergent, offers a greener, all-purpose cleaning... 


a full view of Pan African Resources Gold operations and solar installation

Developer bolsters exploration for growth

13th September 2024

In its constant drive to bolster its portfolio and remain a relevant miner in Africa, midtier gold producer Pan African Resources (PAR) continues to implement and develop its exploration portfolio... 


hand holding a glass orb with Net Zero written on it

Geophysical event exploring new tech

13th September 2024

As the world moves toward a greener economy involving an increased uptake of critical minerals, the need to successfully locate and extract these minerals comes to the fore. Consequently, increased... 


Three large pallets with bales full of illicit clothing and textiles set for recycling

Pilot possibly a template for textiles recycling

6th September 2024

The successful completion of a clothing, textile, footwear and leather (CTFL) waste disposal pilot project, managed by national support programme National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa... 


A picture of dignitaries holding up a banner at last year's ISWA 2023 Congress

Great reception for waste event

6th September 2024

One of the greatest challenges facing this year’s International Solid Waste Association (ISWA) World Congress hosts, the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA), is catering to the... 


A man and woman, in EnviroServ attire and PPE sorting through waste at one of its sites

Company prioritises local sustainability pillars

6th September 2024

As testament to its renewed commitment to sustainability and generating shared value for customers, global waste and wastewater management company EnviroServ has earmarked three key pillars to... 


A large factory setting with aluminium rolls and vehicles in it

Aluminium imperatives challenging to meet

30th August 2024

The South African aluminium industry faces many challenges, including the need for greater recyclability and the push for a greener, more reliable power supply, says semi-finished nonferrous metals... 


A group of aluminium tin cans one with a green recycle logo on it

South Africa’s scrap recycling lags behind global trends

30th August 2024

It is undeniable that aluminium is one of the most recyclable materials in circulation globally, with about 75% of the total 1.5-billion metric tonnes of aluminium generated to date still in use,... 


A photo of the Tharisa mine situated on South Africa’s western limb of the Bushveld Complex, in the Northern Cape at dusk

Miner expands renewables uptake

23rd August 2024

Platinum group metals (PGMs) and chrome co-producer Tharisa Minerals has entered into a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) for the procurement of wheeled renewable energy for its Tharisa... 


A large yellow Truck being loaded by a large scoop on an opencast mining operation

PGM sector remains key for services provider

23rd August 2024

Clients in the platinum group metals (PGMs) and chrome sectors continue to hold a significant market share for opencast mining, bulk materials handling, and drilling and blasting service provider... 


A new ell B40E Autonomous articulated dump truck at the Hillhead event dumping sand

Autonomous trucks spotlighted at UK demo

16th August 2024

South African earthmoving equipment manufacturer and supplier Bell Equipment used this year’s Hillhead 2024 exhibition, held in June at the Hillhead Quarry in Buxton, UK, as a platform to showcase... 


The Gugulethu mine where the new Liso Programme is being implemented

Group embraces tech to streamline operations

16th August 2024

The Liso Programme – a power business intelligence (BI) application of diversified minerals and energy company Menar – has positively impacted its operations, says chief innovation officer Cleavon... 


The SK6000 land crane being developed by Mammoet in Netherlands make out of structural steel and painted Red

Sizeable land crane being launched in Netherlands

2nd August 2024

The behemoth SK6000 land crane being manufactured by heavy lifting and transport specialists Mammoet at its Westdorpe facility in the Netherlands will be launched later this month. The company says... 


A  JCB 3CX backhoe loader on a construction site pouring sand from its bucket

New loaders arrive in S Africa

2nd August 2024

South African earthmoving equipment manufacturer and supplier Bell Equipment has successfully taken delivery of 55 new backhoe loaders, imported from multinational JC Bamford (JCB), in India, this... 


An iron ore train on tracks covered in ore dust

Post Covid-19 iron-ore sector faces new challenges

26th July 2024

Although the South African iron-ore sector showed a “healthy recovery” in 2021 and 2022 after emerging from the Covid-19-induced slump in 2020, figures have again trended downwards since 2022... 


A Large shipping vessel berthed at the Saldanha Multi-Purpose Terminal ready to be loaded with Ore for export

Iron-ore exports on the up

26th July 2024

The Saldanha Multi-Purpose Terminal (MPT), owned and operated by State-owned freight logistics company Transnet Port Terminals (TPT), recorded a volume increase of 6.2% year-to-date in March, it... 


A brand new blue Xcentric hydraulic ripper excavator attachment on the ground situated at a mine operation

Percussion excavation as blasting alternative

28th June 2024

Opencast mining, bulk materials handling, and drilling and blasting service provider Zizwe Opencast Mining’s fleet of hydraulic ripper excavator attachments from systems developer Xcentric enables... 


MAJOR SERVICE The 50 000-hour component replacement project is intended to bring heavy-wear components back into a serviceable state that is in line with original equipment manufacturer specification

Electric shovels receive 50 000-hour service

28th June 2024

A 50 000-hour component replacement project on one of the large 7495-series Caterpillar electric rope shovels owned and operated by diamond producer Debswana for its Jwaneng mine is going to plan,... 


A man’s arm holding a hard hat wearing other PPE in the foreground of a construction site

Fatalities draw attention to health and safety standards

21st June 2024

Recent tragic events, resulting in the loss of over 40 construction workers' lives across three sites last month, have brought heightened attention to both the wellbeing of construction personnel... 


Men and women sitting on a stage in a panel discussion at the 2023 London indaba

Bigger attendance expected

7th June 2024

Following the inaugural London Indaba in 2023, event organiser Resources4Africa (R4A) says this year’s conference aims to garner more attention from investors and the global mining sector. Set to... 


a group of women, involved in teh Platinum-group metals mining sector stood in front of a banner at an event

Spotlight on women in mining

7th June 2024

Embracing the contributions of women in mining, and especially those in the mining of platinum-group metals (PGMs), can offer many benefits, reports women-centric network Women in PGMs (WiPGMs)... 


RMB Corvest executive Geoff Wilmot say on a stool in a grey suit

HVACR firm acquired to bolster portfolio

31st May 2024

As a way of meeting the growing need for energy efficient heating and cooling solutions, South African corporate and investment bank Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) Corvest has partnered with UK... 


A cardboard cut out of the design of a modular building with a hand hovering over it

Wood pushed as viable construction material

24th May 2024

Engineered wood has emerged as a viable alternative to concrete and steel in the construction industry, owing to its low-carbon footprint and technical performance as a structural material, says... 


A microscope view of a lichen spore which is a complex life form comprising a symbiotic partnership of two separate organisms; a fungus and an algae

Algae offers new carbon emissions solution

24th May 2024

Based on the concept that algae are a carbon-capture powerhouse, Austin, Texas biotech company Reactive Surfaces has invested over $2-million in the research and development of an algae-infused... 


A man in a R&D workshop working on Boiler monitoring technologies

Solutions provider helps manage emissions reduction

17th May 2024

As a company that delivers modern, efficient solutions for oil and gas burner and boiler installations, Combustion Technology prides itself on its continuous carbon reduction cognisance, both for... 


Gas cylinders in front of a gas transporting ship

Big guns will speak at Enlit

10th May 2024

Advisory and analytics firm Frost & Sullivan, a global strategy consulting and market intelligence firm with a long-standing presence in Africa will again be represented by its partner and Africa... 


An air-cooled condensers designed and manufactured by IWC

Cooling company to highlight new concepts

10th May 2024

After two successful webinars that unpacked the use of air-cooled condensers (ACC) for recoverable energy in power generation, thermal solutions specialist Industrial Water Cooling (IWC) aims to... 


Siemens South Africa CEO sub-Saharan Africa Sabine Dall’Omo standing on a stage talking

Cumulative effort to transform grids a hot topic

10th May 2024

Of the 103 countries that in 2020 pledged to reduce global carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane emissions by at least 30%, 54 are African, says global technology giant Siemens South Africa CEO... 


A man standing on a podium at last years Enlit Africa Event

Organisers expect record attendance at event

10th May 2024

With ballooning foot traffic, demonstrated by an increase in attendance of 81% from 2022 to 2023, the organisers of this year’s Enlit Africa anticipate a “bumper event that will be attended by... 


A group of executives that represent the Mandela Mining Precinct in a photo together at their 5 year anniversary

Circular minerals, metals initiative launched

26th April 2024

The Mandela Mining Precinct (MMP), with the support of the Department of Science and Innovation’s (DSI’s) Circular Innovation South Africa fund, launched the South African Circular Minerals and... 


A man in Blue PPE at the face of a shaft in the Test Mine offered by the Mandela Mining Precinct

Focus on programmes driving tech development

26th April 2024

The five mining technology research programmes of the Mandela Mining Precinct (MMP) have garnered much attention and have, thus far, yielded positive results, pointing to “great future potential”,... 


Memsa CEO Lehlohonolo Molloyi standing at a podium addressing delegates and speakers at last year’s Mind Shift Conference

Conference drives mining innovation, skills

26th April 2024

The second yearly Mind Shift Conference, hosted by industry association Mining Equipment Manufacturers of South Africa (Memsa), will delve into innovation, digital technology and skills in the... 


A Large white RD8 drill rig manufactured by Master drilling on site

Driller foresees revenue boost with strong order book

19th April 2024

Boring and drilling services provider Master Drilling is optimistic its revenue for this year will improve on the back of a strong order book, the company reported during its 2023 full-year results... 


Two men wearing PPE and safety harnesses working on teh turbines of a wind turbine stack

Wind energy poses increased fall risks

12th April 2024

As the demand for greener energy helps drive the increased uptake of wind energy, the dangers that face workers in the sector are becoming even more evident. As reported by the US Occupational... 


Two men on a scaffold wearing PPE and safety harnesses

Institute warns of looming change in standards

12th April 2024

As the unit standards of the current National Qualifications Framework (NQF) expired in June 2023, with the last enrolment of learners in June 2024, professional body Institute for Work at Height... 


A large sign next to the road at the entrance to the Mponeng Mine owned by Harmony Gold that states it is the deepest mine globally

Deep-level investment

5th April 2024

Gold major Harmony’s strategy is to direct major capital towards its high-grade underground mines and high-margin surface source operations to improve profitability. The decision to extend Mponeng,... 


An Aerial view of the Balnket Mine in Zimbabwe owned by Mining Corporation

Miner eyes further growth in Zimbabwe

5th April 2024

In its constant drive to increase its representation and relevance in the country’s mining sector, Zimbabwe-focused explorer, developer and miner Caledonia Mining Corporation has changed its mining... 


A generated image of mine machines and thinking in blue on a black background

Mining innovators recognised

22nd March 2024

In conjunction with this year’s yearly Investing in African Mining Indaba, held in Cape Town at the start of February, industry body Mining Equipment Manufacturers of South Africa (Memsa) held a... 


A unitrans tanker at a depot in the setting sun

Company invests in driver, vehicle management systems

15th March 2024

Specialist transport group Unitrans continues to invest heavily in various event-based in-vehicle management systems (IVMS) to ensure the safety of its drivers, fleet and cargo in its chemical and... 


A picture of Shell Downstream South Africa learning and development manager Kefilwe Maseko stood in front of a Shell banner by a school blackboard

Programme targets underprivileged youth

15th March 2024

Commercial fuels, lubricants and oils retailer Shell Downstream South Africa has invested over R30-million in its science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) bursary programme to help... 


A large metal trunnion hanging from supports before being loaded on to a truck for transport

Sizable trunnion cast for SAG mill breakdown

8th March 2024

Mill roll and ring manufacturer South Africa Roll Company (Sarco) has delivered what it believes to be the largest locally cast semi-autogenous grinding (SAG) mill trunnion casting to grinding mill... 


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