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Witwatersrand Basin Project – Qala Shallows, South Africa – update
14th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A South African development finance institution has started its due diligence process as part of West Wits' securing a debt facility to underpin financing the development of Qala Shallows. 


Goldplat's South African operations swing to profit for the second quarter
12th February 2025 By: Chanel de Bruyn

The CEO of Aim-listed mining services group Goldplat, Werner Klingenberg, has applauded the work undertaken at its gold recovery operations in South Africa and Ghana during the quarter ended... 


Werner Pumps trucks hard at work in Swakopmund Municipality
Werner Pumps trucks hard at work in Swakopmund Municipality
10th February 2025

( Virtual Showroom ) Werner Pumps recently handed over two high-pressure jetting truck units to Swakopmund Municipality where they have been put to work for sewer drain cleaning and sewer pump... 


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Water treatment prevents boiler damage
31st January 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Many companies often forgo water treatment as part of maintaining boilers to reduce operating costs and meet production demands, but failing to do so contributes to boiler failures, resulting in... 


A row of bright red pipes installed in the roof of a building
Hydrotesting solution recommended by manufacturer
31st January 2025

Environmentally-responsible corrosion control technologies developer Cortec Corporation’s certified water technologist and technical sales manager Scott Bryan recommends a simple solution to avoid... 


AET back in the spotlight as foundational skills gaps grow
AET back in the spotlight as foundational skills gaps grow
21st January 2025

As foundational skills gaps continue to grow, adult education and training (AET) has never been more relevant. Individuals who have completed AET level 4 and hold a General Education and Training... 


Monitoring belt speed is essential for maintaining optimal flow. Accurate measurements help identify potential issues and improve overall efficiency
Overcoming sticky challenges in material transfer systems
21st January 2025

Handling sticky materials in mining and minerals processing can create significant obstacles from equipment blockages and excessive wear to increased maintenance and operational inefficiencies.... 


Uranium fever collides with industry's dark past in Navajo country
Uranium fever collides with industry's dark past in Navajo country
15th January 2025 By: Bloomberg

A few miles south of the Grand Canyon, thousands of tons of uranium ore, reddish-gray, blue and radioactive, are piled up high in a clearing in the forest. They’ve been there for months, stranded... 


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Sanral highlights megaprojects, road improvements
13th December 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

With South Africa’s roads having to withstand increased traffic volumes, owing to struggling ports and rail infrastructure issues, the South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) has... 


POSITIVE OPERATIONS
The MTR operation is noteworthy for its environmental remediation, efficient project delivery and positive impact on the local community
Company’s EPCM role pivotal in project
13th December 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Integrated service provider SGS Bateman played a “pivotal role” as the engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) contractor for midtier gold producer Pan African Resources’... 


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PFERD-SA
13th December 2024

PFERD is a leader in the development, production, support and distribution of premium tool solutions for work on surfaces, including cutting, grinding, polishing, cleaning and finishing.... 


An industrial automated AutoJet System in a food processing facility, showcasing its use in applying precise coatings to baked goods.
Revolutionising food processing with AutoJet Systems
12th December 2024

AutoJet Systems are proof that innovation and technology can drive progress in the food industry, ensuring that every bite is safer, tastier, and more consistent than ever before. 


Alberta cleans up 5% of inactive wells in 2023
6th December 2024 By: Reuters

The number of inactive oil and gas wells in Alberta, Canada's main fossil fuel-producing province, fell 5% in 2023 from a year earlier, showing progress in decommissioning and reclamation work, a... 


Regular maintenance of cutting fluids is essential to maintain quality
Regular maintenance of cutting fluids is essential to maintain quality
5th December 2024

Regular cleaning and maintenance of cutting fluid systems significantly enhances overall efficiency by extending the life of the cutting fluids, reducing downtime, and improving the quality of the... 


the importance of safety in sewer cleaning
the importance of safety in sewer cleaning
4th December 2024

( Virtual Showroom) Sewer cleaning is an essential task but can be dangerous.  A recent tragedy, where three plumbers lost their lives in Ekurhuleni while unblocking a sewer, underscores the urgent... 


Jonathan McKey, National Sales and Marketing Manager at SEW-EURODRIVE
SEW-EURODRIVE'S ECO2 design prioritises ecology, economy
3rd December 2024

Committed to environmental sustainability principles, SEW-EURODRIVE has developed the ECO2 design to offer drives with uncoated aluminium, with no compromise in their performance and durability.... 


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Manufacturer boosts vessel hygiene with CIP optimised equipment
29th November 2024 By: Lynne Davies

Stainless steel processing equipment manufacturer Anderson Engineering emphasises the importance of taking a holistic approach to system design, component selection and attention to detail during... 


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Advanced filtration systems optimise efficiencies
29th November 2024

Efficiency and reliability are critical in the demanding industrial sector,  particularly in sectors where fluid handling, lubrication and clean fuel are essential for high productivity and... 


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Innomotics unveils new geared motors assembly factory in Midrand
28th November 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Motor and large-drive systems supplier Innomotics (formerly Siemens Large Drives and Low Voltage Motors) on November 28 launched its new Geared Motors assembly factory in Midrand. The factory is... 


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Sound demolition benefits construction processes at mines
22nd November 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

Specialised demolition contractor Jet Demolition is enabling mining operations, through its engineering services, to efficiently demolish old and outdated infrastructure for the purpose of... 


Graphite from the Orom-Cross project
Orom-Cross graphite project, Uganda – update
22nd November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Blencowe Resources aims to complete the definitive feasibility study next year. 


INCREASED RELIABILITY
This addition to the company’s range of filter valves is designed to provide a more efficient, convenient and reliable way to manage swimming pool filtration systems
Swimming pool valves improve efficiency
8th November 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Boiler manufacturer and fluid management specialists Allmech has expanded its product offering by introducing the new Runxin automatic swimming pool valve. This addition to the company’s range of... 


Hazmat Protective Systems
Hazmat Protective Systems
8th November 2024

Who We Are Hazmat Protective Systems (Hazmat), a subsidiary of Armscor, is a major manufacturer and supplier of purpose-designed quality respiratory and filtering products to the commercial and... 


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... 


Concor was honoured by the Master Builders Association (MBA) North, winning in the regional category for projects under R15 million, for the construction of the new drop-off and pick-up facility at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre, along with the reconfiguration of an underground parking area into a taxi holding facility.
Concor's mastery in fast track implementation underscored by award
31st October 2024

Concor once again showcased its remarkable ability to execute complex, fast track projects with exceptional efficiency and safety during the construction of the new drop-off and pick-up facility,... 


Sintech
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... 


WearCheck Technical Bulletin 91 – Sliding through time Part 4 of 4
17th October 2024

( Virtual Showroom )In part three of Lubrication from Stone Age to Modern Age (Technical Bulletin 90), we glided through a mere 20 years of fascinating lubrication history and left off towards the... 


IFAT Africa back in 2025
15th October 2024

IFAT Africa, sub-Saharan Africa’s ultimate showcase of technologies and solutions for water, sewage, refuse and recycling, will be back in South Africa from 8 - 10 July 2025. IFAT Africa is part of... 


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.... 


Image of periodic table symbols for platinum, palladium, rhodium, iridium and gold
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. 


FUCHS highlights the importance of food-grade lubricants on World Food Day
FUCHS highlights the importance of food-grade lubricants on World Food Day
10th October 2024

In celebration of World Food Day on 16 October, FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA is showcasing its safe and efficient lubrication solutions for the food and beverage industry. “As one of the few... 


 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... 


Promoting a culture of sustainability
Promoting a culture of sustainability
30th September 2024

Waste management leader EnviroServ reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability and community responsibility with an employee clean-up initiative during September’s Environmental Awareness Month.... 


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


Mike Schmidt, ARM Executive Growth and Strategic Development in the Executive Chairperson’s office.
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... 


Concor was honoured by the Master Builders Association (MBA) North, winning in the regional category for projects under R15 million, for the construction of the new drop-off and pick-up facility at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre, along with the reconfiguration of an underground parking area into a taxi holding facility
Concor's mastery in fast track project implementation underscored by safety award
26th September 2024

Concor once again showcased its remarkable ability to execute complex, fast track projects with exceptional efficiency and safety during the construction of the new drop-off and pick-up facility,... 


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... 


A generic image of a slurry pump
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)... 


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