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Cadet programme continues to empower Mpumalanga youth
13th June 2025 By: Halima Frost

Owing to its notable success and an overwhelming demand from host communities in and around Piet Retief, in Mpumalanga, the Kangra Cadet Programme – implemented by high-quality energy coal producer... 


Anglo American Zimele head Larisha Naidoo
Youth development programme collaborates with cruise liner
13th June 2025 By: Halima Frost

South Africa’s largest enterprise development programme Zimele – created by mining major Anglo American – having announced previously that youth employment is a key focus area, will welcome up to... 


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Industrial solutions provider embraces government, private-sector initiative
13th June 2025

Industrial products provider BMG – part of Invicta Holdings Limited – is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its joining the private-sector-funded Youth Employment Services (YES) Programme, which... 


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Company highlights consequences of poor boiler maintenance
6th June 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

An inability to properly manage boilers, especially neglecting water treatment can lead to extensive operational issues, including decreased efficiency, increased energy consumption, safety hazards... 


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Technology integration highlighted for major boiler project
6th June 2025

Steam generation and high-pressure piping solutions company Steinmüller Africa is leading the boiler erection initiative called Project Vuselela at multinational packaging and paper group Mondi’s... 


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Co-operative progresses decarbonisation through electrode boilers
6th June 2025

Multinational dairy company Fonterra officially opened its first electrode boiler at its site in Edendale, New Zealand, last month, and further plans to progress decarbonisation at its... 


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Advanced materials enhance reliability of scraper chains – supplier
6th June 2025

Industrial equipment supplier BMG’s power transmission division recently launched a new generation of Fenner scraper chain – now manufactured in more durable, advanced materials to ensure the... 


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Advanced fleet supports cement supply chains
6th June 2025

Through its advanced bulk vehicle fleets, integrated supply chain and transport logistics provider Cargo Carriers continues to serve as a “trusted partner for some of the nation’s leading cement... 


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Awards celebrate historic, modern innovation
6th June 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

The 2025 Fulton Awards mark 45 years of celebrating concrete excellence and innovation in concrete within Southern Africa, with this year’s edition including a special retrospective category titled... 


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Accurate monitoring key to sector efficiency
6th June 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

With sub-Saharan Africa experiencing an increase in infrastructure development, the increased demand for cement necessitates precise monitoring to ensure that the storage and transportation thereof... 


The above image depicts two pipes, one that has been coated with VpCI and one without
Corrosion inhibitors boost sustainable preservation
6th June 2025 By: Lynne Davies

A “comprehensive, efficient and sustainable” way to preserve valuable assets on a large scale, vapour phase corrosion inhibitors (VpCI) save time, labour and money while ensuring equipment remains... 


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Corrosion control, a critical aspect of aviation safety
6th June 2025

Corrosion is a well-known threat to the longevity and safety of vehicles, and aircraft are no exception. Aircraft maintenance company Nordic Dino Robotics states that corrosion, if left unchecked,... 


Landwell Africa showcases next-generation physical security solutions at Securex 2025
Landwell Africa showcases next-generation physical security solutions at Securex 2025
4th June 2025

Leading provider of intelligent asset and key management systems Landwell Africa is proud to announce its participation at Securex 2025, where it will unveil a new wave of advanced physical... 


Booyco Engineering staff in workshop
40-year-old HVAC manufacturer sees opportunity in current market conditions
30th May 2025 By: Tracy Klückow

Adapting to evolving market conditions and diversifying its customer base has not only been integral in keeping heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system manufacturer Booyco... 


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Predictive maintenance enhances retail experience
30th May 2025

Maintaining comfortable temperatures and humidity levels as well as clean air quality aid employee and consumer comfort, while controlling the levels of moisture reduces the risk of mould or water... 


City progresses library’s HVAC revitalisation
30th May 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

City-affiliated developmental body Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) is progressing its revitalisation of the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems – having already improving... 


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Firm introduces new hydrocarbon freezer
30th May 2025

Exhibiting its latest technological advancements in the refrigeration sector at this year’s FRIGAIR exhibition – to be held at the Gallagher Convention Centre from June 4 to 6 – South African... 


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HVAC building condition assessments key to compliance, safety
30th May 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

Ensuring that heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) standards are enhanced through building condition assessments (BCAs) is a key focus for built environment advisory company Afroteq... 


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Cooling, thermal solutions on show at Laser World
30th May 2025

Cooling and thermal management solutions company technotrans will showcase its improved portfolio of thermal management solutions for laser applications in medical technology at this year’s laser... 


A NORD Maxxdrive motor installed on teh top of a structure
Industrial gear units ensure optimum control, performance
30th May 2025

NORD Drive Systems – designed by German precision engineers Getriebebau Nord and assembled locally by industrial solutions provider BMG – encompass modular drive configurations that ensure optimum... 


The inside and a cross section of a SEW-EURODRIVE Digital Data Interface cable
Manufacturer stresses cable simplicity
30th May 2025

Cabling can be one of the most challenging aspects of automation and drive system installations, often leading to delays, faults and inefficiencies. As a global leader in drive and automation... 


An aerial view of cranes at a harbour loading a ship at sunset
Re-engineered brakes bolster crane efficiency
30th May 2025 By: Halima Frost

New standards and efficiencies are being reached in harbour crane technologies, owing to the re-engineering of the DX series’ electrohydraulic disc brakes, developed by couplings and freewheel... 


A WEG MGL900-5800KW 12P medium-voltage vertical motor stood on a wooden Pallet
Vertical motor rolls off production line successfully
30th May 2025

In April, electric engineering, power and automation developer WEG announced that its first vertical motor MGL900-5800KW 12P medium-voltage vertical motor successfully rolled off the production... 


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Motor manufacturer expands capabilities to meet demand
30th May 2025

To meet the growing demand for customised, high-performance specialised electric motors in heavy engineering, electric motor manufacturer Hexagon Electrical announced the expansion of its... 


The above image depicts the Legrand uninterrupted power supply sytems
Reduction of UPS system environmental impact
23rd May 2025

To commit to eco-sustainable solutions in all sectors of its business, including uninterrupted power supply (UPS) systems, digital building infrastructure specialist Legrand’s design specialists... 


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Programme to enhance timber competitiveness
23rd May 2025 By: Lynne Davies

The University of Pretoria (UP) Solid Timber Competitiveness Programme aims to develop design processes and wood products that will enhance the competitiveness of the South African timber sector,... 


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Construction waste repurposed into building blocks
23rd May 2025

Construction waste is being repurposed into eco-friendly building blocks for low-cost Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) housing through a Department of Science, Technology and... 


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Mobile cranes seamlessly transported for harbour operations
23rd May 2025

The transport of three fully-assembled Gottwald ESP 10 mobile port cranes – which are produced by crane manufacturer Konecrane – from Schiedam and Westdorpe, in the Netherlands, to ports in Chile... 


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Tyre improves crane, heavy lifting operationality
23rd May 2025

The M-CRANE tyre, a “next-generation” tyre for mobile cranes, has been introduced to the market by industrial tyre manufacturer Magna Tyres. The M-CRANE enhances crane efficiency, endurance and... 


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Heavy lifting solutions progress agricultural project
23rd May 2025

Leading heavy lifting solutions provider Sarens continues its involvement in the Zambian Fertiliser Project – which aims to further develop the Zambian agricultural industry – by contributing its... 


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Crane solutions improve efficiency at cement plant
23rd May 2025

The efficient and safe installation of heavy objects for a world-first, large-scale carbon capture and utilisation plant for building material manufacturer Heidelberg Materials, is under way with... 


Germany makes major investment pledge in Africa’s energy future
23rd May 2025

As Germany eyes expanded investments in Africa's energy sector, the upcoming African Energy Week 2025: Invest in African Energies serves as an opportunity to advance partnerships and unlock new... 


SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa headquarters
Local, German expertise help fine-tune offerings
23rd May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

After nearly 40 years of investment in South African operations, German motor and gear unit manufacturer SEW-EURODRIVE continues to expand its reach throughout South Africa and the rest of the... 


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Efforts to improve infrastructure could spur investment
23rd May 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

While many Germany-headquartered companies view South Africa comparatively positively, key concerns, such as logistical challenges, should be addressed to further enhance the country’s... 


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Political stability can fortify gateway status
23rd May 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

While South Africa serves as a gateway to Southern Africa, and offers significant market potential, German-owned companies are wary of the country’s corruption levels and political uncertainty,... 


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