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The evolution of corrective to conditional based maintenance highlights the value of proactive management
The evolution of corrective to conditional based maintenance highlights the value of proactive management
7th November 2024

Maintenance has come a long way from the days when we waited for things to break and, thanks to the ever-increasing capabilities of technology, predictive maintenance has become a viable solution... 


Canada to unveil long-awaited plan for emissions cap on oil and gas sector
Canada to unveil long-awaited plan for emissions cap on oil and gas sector
4th November 2024 By: Reuters

Canada will on Monday unveil the details of its long-awaited plan to cap emissions of greenhouse gases from the oil and gas sector, an idea that the energy industry and some provinces strongly... 


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Sintech
25th October 2024

Since 1984 Sintech has supplied the South African market with clutches, brakes and engineering solutions for a range of applications in mining and mining-related industries. Sintech supplies... 


Pumping tech enables recycling solution
11th October 2024

By integrating three technologies, industrial equipment supplier Monitor Engineering says industries can now recycle wastewater for applications typically reserved for clean water, offering a... 


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Martin Engineering
11th October 2024

Established in 1944, Martin Engineering is the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of innovations to make the handling of bulk materials cleaner, safer and more productive.... 


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Crocodile River mine restart project, South Africa – update
11th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Eastplats has commissioned a platinum group metals processing facility at the operation. 


 Pan African CEO Cobus Loots
Pan African’s masterstroke gold operation gets going under budget, ahead of schedule
3rd October 2024 By: Martin Creamer

The biggest takeaway from the hugely profitable Mogale tailings retreatment (MTR) operation, which was commissioned west of Johannesburg by Pan African Resources on Thursday, is that one can make a... 


As the rainy season looms, the need to clear silt from water storage and process dams has become critical
Urgent call to desilt water storage facilities ahead of rainy season
1st October 2024

As the rainy season approaches, the urgency to ensure that water storage and process dams are clear of silt has never been greater. Silt accumulation significantly reduces the storage capacity of... 


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Greener chemical cleaner on offer
27th September 2024 By: Halima Frost

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... 


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Developer progresses colliery
27th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Significant milestones have been achieved at coal exploration and mining company Canyon Coal’s Gugulethu colliery, in Mpumalanga. They include the successful mining of first coal, the commissioning... 


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Big Lesotho-SA tunnel maintenance vital for water scheme’s integrity
27th September 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

A major water-transfer tunnel supplying Gauteng’s water and half of Lesotho’s electricity will be closed for six months for critical planned maintenance starting on October 1. The maintenance... 


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African Rainbow Minerals crowns grade as king, declares war on reef waste on PGMs front
26th September 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Two acronyms were drummed into new mining entrants in the days of yore – GIK and WAR. GIK is short for ‘grade is king’ and at the opposite end of the scale, everyone was urged to declare war on... 


DELIVERING SOLUTIONS
DGC has concentrated on delivering industrial services critical to Zambia’s mining and industrial sectors
Company celebrates decade of industry integration, regional expansion
20th September 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Global refractory and industrial solutions provider Dickinson Group of Companies (DGC) is observing ten years of activity in Zambia in 2024, a period marked by the company’s strategic engagement in... 


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Company extends pump range
13th September 2024

Slurry pump technology company Goodwin Submersible Pumps Africa has extended its range of slurry pumps for the mining industry to include an acid-resistant super duplex stainless steel (SDSS)... 


Mining industry needs innovation
Mining industry needs innovation
10th September 2024

The world is built on mining, from the chips in phones to the bricks that make up homes, and for every piece of equipment that contributes to the success of this sector, from draglines to... 


DGC Africa powering Africa’s future
DGC Africa powering Africa’s future
9th September 2024

Mining services company DGC Africa, a member of the Dickinson Group, is powering Africa’s future through innovative asset integrity and industrial solutions for the mining and metallurgy, glass,... 


Brelko innovative conveyor belt cleaning displayed at Electra Mining
Brelko innovative conveyor belt cleaning displayed at Electra Mining
9th September 2024

Manufacturer Brelko Conveyor Products designs and manufactures conveyor belt cleaning equipment to ensure a smooth flow of materials at transfer and load points, supported by a comprehensive... 


Yukon gold mine disaster sparks fears of soaring taxpayer bill
Yukon gold mine disaster sparks fears of soaring taxpayer bill
6th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

The sudden collapse of Victoria Gold's Eagle Mine — and with it, the company — is part of a long and ugly history in northern Canada. To this day, Canada’s federal government is still cleaning up... 


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Emerging solar tech crucial in energy mix
6th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Solar power integration, through PV, concentrated solar power (CSP) technology in specific applications, and hybrid solutions including battery energy storage systems (BESS), is crucial in South... 


MILLING PRODUCTS Metso received a €20-million order to deliver grinding mills to an African copper mining project, including energy-efficient HIGmill high-intensity stirred mills with auxiliary equipment and services
Products reintroduced, mill order received
6th September 2024

In June, industrial machinery company Metso announced its reintroduction of the OtoVent off-gas treatment technology for the quenching of various types of off-gases in non-ferrous and ferrous... 


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Blackwater gold project, Canada – update
6th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Artemis Gold is complying with an Environmental Assessment Office order to vacate the Chu campsite, which has been used to house transmission-line construction workers for the project. 


The robots are capable of accessing the world’s lowest mines.
DOK-ING transforms underground mining with electric robotic NRE fleet
30th August 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Engineering group DOK-ING is transforming the underground mining industry with its innovative electric robotic NRE fleet, designed specifically for platinum and gold extraction in South Africa.... 


Artemis vacates Chu camp, no impact on Blackwater project
28th August 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Vancouver-based Artemis Gold said on Tuesday that it was complying with an Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) order to vacate the Chu campsite, which was used to house transmission line... 


Brasco Industrial Filtration supplies largest baghouse to largest chrome furnace in sub-Saharan Africa
Brasco Industrial Filtration supplies largest baghouse to largest chrome furnace in sub-Saharan Africa
23rd August 2024

Dust solutions provider Brasco Industrial Filtration was briefed to design and install a fume extraction system to serve a furnace tap hole at a well-known chrome mine. Brasco was awarded the... 


Sekta Group
Sekta Group
23rd August 2024

ISO accredited and 51% black woman-owned company Sekta Group is renowned for its excellence in specialised industrial and maintenance services, mechanical and civil engineering. The Sekta Group of... 


CEMSA champions local manufacturing of high-pressure cleaners
22nd August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Irene-, Gauteng-based CEMSA will be introducing some of its new and innovative high-pressure equipment at Electra Mining Africa. On September 2, the company will launch its newly upgraded... 


Policy and tech keys to speeding circular journey: Helen Degeling
Policy and tech keys to speeding circular journey: Helen Degeling
16th August 2024

Mining laws that open doors to more waste reprocessing can speed the industry’s progress down a long road to circular mining and metals value chains, according to Cobalt Blue’s Dr Helen Degeling. 


Teck-Glencore JV moves to enhance Minnesota project environmental safeguards
Teck-Glencore JV moves to enhance Minnesota project environmental safeguards
15th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

NewRange Copper Nickel, a 50:50 joint venture between Teck Resources and Glencore, is embarking on four key studies to enhance environmental safeguards and mining performance for the NorthMet... 


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Innovation centre to enhance grain processing
9th August 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

Industrial food processing and technology solutions company Bühler has launched its new Grain Processing Innovation Center (GPIC) – with pilot-scale production facilities, research and development... 


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Harmony Gold Mining - Women in Mining
9th August 2024

Azikho Ncolosi Harmony Gold graduate geologist at Masimong mine, Azikho Ncolosi’s current role is equivalent to shaft geologist. She provides specialist geological information for mine service,... 


Benjamin Sibanda, Managing Director, Mato Products
Mato Products to showcase its latest conveyor belt cleaning solutions at Electra Mining Africa 2024
6th August 2024

Mato Products will showcase its latest product range and innovations in conveyor belt fasteners and cleaning systems at Electra Mining Africa, taking place from 2 to 6 September 2024. Recognised as... 


An image of DFC's Vent-O-Mat Slurry Air Release Valve
Tech innovations enhance valve performance
2nd August 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Developments in valve technology, driven by several innovative advancements aimed at enhancing efficiency, safety and operational longevity, are meeting the demanding requirements of the mining... 


Balancell expands plant tenfold, seeks govt backing for energy storage industry
2nd August 2024 By: Irma Venter

Energy storage company Balancell is moving into a new R80-million factory in Ndabeni, Cape Town, as the business gears up to grow its capacity roughly tenfold, says chief commercial officer Ian... 


As a leading OEM, Tru-Trac offers flexible maintenance and support services to address industry challenges
Specialist maintenance of conveyors pays dividends in uptime
29th July 2024

When margins are squeezed by lower commodity prices, mines must secure the productivity and efficiency of key functions like conveyors – and Tru-Trac Rollers can assist in doing just that. “Turmoil... 


Platinum-based PEM electrolyer infographic.
Platinum demand uplifted by global electrolyser developments, world body reports
24th July 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Platinum-based electrolysis for the production of planet-cleaning green hydrogen is gaining worldwide momentum. The World Platinum Investment Council (WPIC) projected on Wednesday that global... 


An image of the SQC2S Orion cleaner and a mounting assembly
Manufacturer introduces new conveyor belt cleaner
19th July 2024

In an effort to reduce dust carry-back and lower overall maintenance time, global leader of belt conveyor accessories Martin Engineering, has launched the next generation of secondary conveyor belt... 


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Company reintroduces high efficiency scrubber for industrial processes
19th July 2024

Industrial machinery and solutions company Metso is reintroducing the high efficiency scrubber for efficient scrubbing of off-gas impurities in nonferrous and ferrous metallurgical processes and in... 


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Belt fastening system supplier growing footprint in S Africa
12th July 2024

Conveyor belt solutions company Mato Products, a member of the Multotec Group, is paving the way in the Botswana mining market with its innovative belt fastening systems, range of lacing equipment,... 


A building with metal beams bolted to the cement holding a platform up
New concrete fastener meets high-load demand
12th July 2024

Global fastener solutions manufacturer fischer India announced the launch of its pre-positioned undercut anchor, or FSU, which is a “ground-breaking addition” to fischer's line-up designed to meet... 


Image of graphite from Orom-Cross
Orom-Cross graphite project, Uganda – update
12th July 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

A 600 t bulk sample to concentrates has been completed.  


Soldiers fighting in the DRC
Conflict in Congo threatens trade in key metals, UN experts say
9th July 2024 By: Bloomberg

Companies buying metal sourced from central Africa could be exposing themselves to UN sanctions for supporting war in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, according to a report by UN experts.... 


Better wastewater management will reduce pressure on South Africa’s natural systems
Better wastewater management will reduce pressure on South Africa’s natural systems
5th July 2024

Climate change and failing infrastructure are placing greater pressure on South Africa’s scarce water resources, exacerbating the country’s water crisis and emphasising the need to better address... 


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Orom-Cross graphite project, Uganda – update
5th July 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Blencowe Resources, together with its Chinese partner, is nearly done with processing 600 t of raw material. 


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