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US Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm
US allocates $430m for clean energy revival in former coal communities
22nd October 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

The US Department of Energy (DoE) on Tuesday announced an investment of $428-million in grants aimed at supporting clean energy manufacturing across 15 coal-affected communities. The initiative... 


Foundational practical skills development is undertaken at FLS’s Training Academy in Chloorkop
FLS on-site support underpins mine efficiency
21st October 2024

With its service centres in strategic locations in Africa, FLS builds closer relationships with customers to help transform mine efficiency. According to Dirk Wesselman, Head of Field Services for... 


XMP Consulting senior coal analyst Xavier Prevost
Political interference undermining South Africa’s coal potential – Prevost
18th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

South Africa has the potential to be the strongest producer, user and exporter of coal on the continent, but political interference prevents this from happening, XMP Consulting senior coal analyst... 


komati power station with solar panels in front
German energy expert says energy transition a mistake
18th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

The energy transition in its current form, as a grid-scale build out of wind and solar with the goal to replace oil, coal, and gas, is probably one of the greatest mistakes that humanity has ever... 


Phumi Motsamai, Regional Manager Screening Media & Wear Protection Africa at Sandvik Rock Processing
Wear resistance revolution as Sandvik launches unique HX900 in Africa
18th October 2024

Having demonstrated a step-change in wear resistance on mines globally, Sandvik Rock Processing’s HX900 wear protection plates are now being launched in Africa. The results achieved by the HX900... 


The Sandvik Leopard™ DI650i is an intelligent down-the-hole (DTH) drill rig built for high-capacity production drilling applications
Rising popularity for Sandvik Leopard DI650i in southern African
18th October 2024

On the back of its global debut at the 2018 edition of Electra Mining Africa, the Sandvik Leopard™ DI650i down-the-hole (DTH) drill rig has earned its stripes in the southern African surface mining... 


The partnership between Booyco Electronics and SafeGauge provides advanced wireless diagnostic tools for large mining, construction and earthmoving equipment
SafeGauge solutions from Booyco Electronics enhance safety for heavy equipment operators
18th October 2024

The strategic partnership between Booyco Electronics, a leader in proximity detection systems and safety solutions, and SafeGauge offers owners and operators of large mining, construction,... 


A MAXJET Waterjet cutter cutting into a piece of metal
Event an opportunity to source new tech
18th October 2024 By: Halima Frost

Waterjet cutting service provider MAXJET will attend this year’s Manufacturing Indaba – to be held at the Sandton Convention Centre, in Johannesburg, on October 22 and 23 – to scout new... 


AMTR
AMTR
18th October 2024

AMTR combines metrology, design and tool manufacturing to deliver integrated solutions that meet the highest standards of precision and quality.  As experts in dimensional metrology, reverse... 


A South African gold mining operation successfully deployed Grindex Bravo 500 slurry pumps from Integrated Pump Technology to reprocess slurry from its surface return water dam
Grindex Bravo 500 pump provides robust solution for gold mining reprocessing
16th October 2024

In a strategic move to optimise resource recovery, a South African gold mining operation successfully deployed Grindex Bravo 500 slurry pumps from Integrated Pump Technology to reprocess slurry... 


Australia ‘a very important partner for us’: Bernhard Kluttig
15th October 2024

By: Richard Roberts - Editorial Director, Beacon Events ‘Australia has significant deposits of raw materials which Germany and Europe urgently need for the transformation of our economies’ 


ESSENTIAL MAINTENANCE
Coatings protect high-wear areas, such as impeller lands and casing rings, which are essential for maintaining the pump’s efficiency and prolonging its operational life
Coatings, cladding enhance pump performance
11th October 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Surface engineering company Thermaspray’s thermal spray coatings and laser cladding technologies are delivering significant benefits to the pumps industry, particularly for components subjected to... 


RELIABILITY GUARANTEE
Grindex submersible pumps are known for their reliability and efficiency, particularly in challenging mining environments
Dewatering solutions drive efficiency in remote operations
11th October 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Pumping solutions provider Integrated Pump Technology is addressing the dewatering challenges in mining operations by providing specialised pump solutions designed for water-logged and remote... 


An image of RINGSPANN's DX 280 FEA electro-hydraulic disc brake
Redesigned brakes offer improved performance
11th October 2024

Following extensive re-engineering and a complete revision of their design, power transmission components specialist RINGSPANN has launched its flagship DX series electro-hydraulic disc brakes as a... 


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Procurement process simplifies parts sourcing
11th October 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Mining and industrial equipment electronic part procurement challenges are being addressed through products and solutions supplier RS South Africa’s three-tier priority procurement process, which... 


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How DigiMine is building next generation of tech-savvy, socially aware mining engineers
11th October 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

As the global mining industry increasingly adopts technology, such as AI and automation, partnerships between academia and industry are poised to play a pivotal role in ensuring the continuous... 


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Proper electrical rotating machine alignment reduces wear and tear
11th October 2024

In the world of electrical rotating machines, proper alignment plays a critical role in the longevity, efficiency and reliability of equipment. Misalignment, whether angular or parallel, is one of... 


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How DigiMine is building next generation of tech-savvy, socially aware mining engineers
11th October 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

As the global mining industry increasingly adopts technology, such as AI and automation, partnerships between academia and industry are poised to play a pivotal role in ensuring the continuous... 


Speakers who participated in Creamer Media's Hydrogen Economy webinar
South Africa positioned well to leverage the benefits of a hydrogen economy
10th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa has an ideal opportunity, and is well positioned, to leverage the potential of the emerging hydrogen economy and establish an integrated value chain. Amid global hydrogen economy... 


Australian Aluminium Council renews call for critical mineral listing
Australian Aluminium Council renews call for critical mineral listing
9th October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Australian Aluminium Council has intensified its appeal for bauxite, alumina and aluminium to be included on the country’s critical minerals list, as a new report exposes mounting risks to the... 


Anglo American CE Duncan Wanblad
Sustainable mining possible and necessary for global growth – Wanblad
9th October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

The mining industry is experiencing a period of unprecedented and protracted change, and many in the mining industry are facing considerable challenges as many commodities are facing revenue... 


The ESG journey, today
The ESG journey, today
8th October 2024

By: Thabang Byl - Buildings Segment Lead at Schneider Electric The world’s ESG reporting journey reads like a chapter from a history book.  But for the sake of clarity, one should start in 1990; a... 


A Weba Chute Systems manager assessing dust at a transfer point. Dust control solutions improve safety and minimise environmental impact
Innovative Weba transfer point solutions reduce costs and enhance safety
8th October 2024

In the bulk material handling applications transfer points are critical locations where materials are moved between different conveyor belts or from conveyors to storage areas. The efficiency of... 


Sandro Scherf, CEO of Pilot Crushtec
Stage V powered TwisterTrac unlocks new export markets for Pilot Crushtec
8th October 2024

Pilot Crushtec International is introducing its new generation TwisterTrac mobile vertical shaft impact (VSI) crusher powered by a Stage V diesel engine. The move to a motor that complies with EU... 


De Beers group managed operations CEO Moses Madondo
Natural diamond supply has peaked, De Beers’ Madondo says
4th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

De Beers group managed operations CEO Moses Madondo has said the supply of natural diamonds has peaked, with dwindling new discoveries on the horizon. “We must recognise that we are already past... 


ENERGY EFFICIENT The HRC 8 has the capacity to reduce energy consumption by up to 50% by using slow rolls, which move at around 32 rpm and are powered by two 75 kW motors
New crusher boosts efficiency, reduces costs across Africa
4th October 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Local mobile and semi-mobile crushing and screening equipment provider Pilot Crushtec has introduced to the African market the Metso HRC 8 high-pressure grinding roll crusher that addresses... 


An image of a worker installing the Super-Screw
Latest range improves belt joining processes
4th October 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

Through many years of development and refinement, France-based conveyor component solutions developer MLT GROUP South Africa showcased its new range of Super-Screw conveyor belt splicing products... 


WIDELY USED Tru-Trac belt scales are in operation across Africa including in countries like Namibia, Zimbabwe, Mali and Tanzania
Scales provide precise, reliable measuring
4th October 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

With a focus on improving the performance, and increasing the reliability, of operations, Tru-Trac Rollers, a conveyor belt solutions manufacturer and supplier of the Tru-Trac conveyor belt scales,... 


Gold Rock images
Gold Rock Projects: Front-end crushing solutions redefined
4th October 2024

Crushing is hard. It is hard on the crushers it is hard on businesses trying to make money out of crushing. And because crushing is so hard you cannot buy the cheapest crushers and hope they will... 


Grant Potgieter, Strategic Services Manager at Weir
Lower TCO from OEM maintenance
3rd October 2024

( Virtual Showroom ) Achieving the best return on their plant investment is a primary goal for mines, and partnering with OEMs like Weir is a strategic way to enhance equipment performance while... 


Awards celebrate ingenuity and outstanding levels of innovation
Awards celebrate ingenuity and outstanding levels of innovation
3rd October 2024

An exhibition viewed by industry as one of the most important events on the calendar, Electra Mining Africa pulled out all the stops this year and delivered its biggest ever show in its 52 year... 


Eskom chairperson Dr Mteto Nyati
South Africa needs to transition to renewable energy, Eskom chair tells Joburg Indaba
2nd October 2024 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa needs to transition into renewable energy in a way that continues to protect the country’s energy availability, Eskom chairperson Dr Mteto Nyati told the Joburg Indaba on Wednesday.... 


Trends in HVAC systems have focused on operator safety and comfort, system reliability and environmental considerations
Trends in HVAC systems for mobile equipment in surface mining
2nd October 2024

The landscape of HVAC systems for mobile equipment in surface mining and quarrying sectors has evolved significantly over the past decade. The shift has been towards more robust systems capable of... 


Reward boosts SoP ambitions with Beyondie plant acquisition
Reward boosts SoP ambitions with Beyondie plant acquisition
1st October 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Western Australian company Reward Minerals has secured the Beyondie potash plant, located 160 km southeast of Newman, for A$2.13-million. The acquisition includes the processing plant,... 


AI: The New Safety Inspectors for Mining Equipment
1st October 2024

By: Naaman Shibi – Paperless Solutions Expert, www.pervidi.com.au The mining industry, known for its complexity and operational challenges, requires stringent safety measures to ensure both the... 


Vanadium Resources founder and chairperson Jurie Wessels.
Vanadium project’s China link may open way for far-reaching value addition
27th September 2024 By: Martin Creamer

The relationship that vanadium development company Vanadium Resources (VR8) is striking up with China Energy International Group could give the Steelpoortdrift project developer an answer to many... 


An image of Amith Singh
Localisation key to unlocking potential
27th September 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Efforts to catalyse the localisation of the automotive component manufacturing sector are critical to economic development, says financial services company Nedbank Commercial Banking manufacturing... 


An image of Chanda Nxumalo
Internship programme to advance wind industry
27th September 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

Technical and environmental engineering advisory firm Harmattan Renewables is continuing its participation in the Wind Industry Internship Programme, so that student employees in the sector can... 


An image of Beth Dealtry
Push to increase component volumes gains impetus – NAACAM
27th September 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM) says the local production of automotive components must increase to foster sustainable economic growth. While the... 


A generic image of a car manufacturing assembly line
Increased local content, skills transfer attainable targets
27th September 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The Nedbank Manufacturing Roundtable, held on July 11, in Johannesburg, has highlighted the imperative of greater localisation opportunities and the need to facilitate comprehensive skills transfer... 


A Photo of the BASF Chemicals processing plant at dusk
Chemicals company unpacks carbon neutrality roadmap
27th September 2024

Multinational chemicals company BASF Performance Materials, the largest chemical producer globally, in August released its strategic roadmap toward achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and... 


an ARO EVO electric diaphragm pump
Diaphragm pumps key for chemicals sector
27th September 2024

Industrial equipment supplier BMG’s new EVO series electric diaphragm pumps – which form part of flow creation and industrial product supplier Ingersoll Rand’s ARO fluid handling products – are... 


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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