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Automation supplier launches MV VSDs
3rd June 2022 By: Mandisa Nyathi

Earlier this month electrification and automation product supplier ElectroMechanica (EM) extended their portfolio with the launch of the high-performance and cost-effective Delta MVF23/MVF20 series... 


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New system benefits mining operations
3rd June 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Global mining specialist and supplier of equipment and systems for openpit and underground mining, bulk materials handling and minerals processing company TAKRAF has introduced a materials handling... 


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Firm launches new tech
3rd June 2022

Global leader in bulk handling equipment solutions Martin Engineering has launched its innovative N2 remote monitoring system for conveyor belt cleaners in countries across Europe, Middle East,... 


Nampo 2022 was a great success for BMG
1st June 2022

“The BMG team was thrilled to be back at the Nampo show this year, after the event had to be cancelled for two consecutive years during the Covid-19 pandemic. There was a renewed energy at this... 


BI offers a range of forged chain products for agri, mining, and timber applications
25th May 2022

Forged link chain is manufactured from special heat-treated alloy steel that is case hardened or through hardened. It combines strength with a relatively light weight, making it ideal for use with... 


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Waterberg platinum group metals project, South Africa – update
20th May 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Platinum Group Metals has signed a memorandum of understanding with fellow shareholder Japan Oil, Gas and Metals National Corporation to accelerate financing opportunities for the project. 


Critical role of galvanized steel in the mining industry
19th May 2022

The mining industry requires a significant investment in infrastructure to be as efficient and as productive as possible. This is where galvanized steel plays a critical role, reports Simon Norton,... 


Acquisitions strengthen mining contractor's capability
16th May 2022

The global Mining Platform of Murray & Roberts has significantly extended its capabilities over the past several years with two key acquisitions in the US and Australia, says Mike da Costa, CEO of... 


ElectroMechanica expands variable speed drive portfolio to include medium voltage drives
13th May 2022

Today, more than ever countries, organisations and industries are committed to Environmental and Social Sustainability strategies (ESS) to decarbonise our planet. In industry, becoming energy... 


The trusted manufacturing partner for the agricultural industry
13th May 2022

For the past 28 years, proudly South African manufacturer Fabrinox has been a trusted partner of choice for the agricultural industry. Our wide range of capabilities includes the manufacturing of... 


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SEW-EURODRIVE’s best-fit solutions match miners’ needs, provides every-day assistance
11th May 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

Drives and automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE offers customised best-fit solutions that match a mine’s application needs, which it achieves through providing the electric motors, gearmotors,... 


ASP Fire offers specialised services for the agri and food processing industries
6th May 2022

With Grain SA’s NAMPO Harvest Day taking place from 16 to 20 May, fire engineering specialist ASP Fire is highlighting its specialised expertise in the agri and food processing industries. “We... 


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Sintech
6th May 2022

Sintech proudly services and supports a range of high-quality, original-equipment products imported from around the globe such as: Industrial Clutch 


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Kamoa-Kakula copper project, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
6th May 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Ivanhoe Mines has started earthworks on a direct-to-blister flash smelter at the Kamoa-Kakula copper mining complex. 


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Island Gold mine Phase 3 expansion, Canada – update
6th May 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Alamos Gold is getting closer to completing an updated mine plan for its Island Gold mine. 


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Las Bambas mine, Peru
6th May 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Las Bambas is a copper mine between Grau and Cotabambas provinces, in the Apurímac region of Peru. 


SEW-EURODRIVE joins the Mining Indaba community
5th May 2022

For the first time in its history, drives and automation specialist, SEW-EURODRIVE will be exhibiting at the Mining Indaba at the Cape Town International Conference Centre (CTICC) from 9-12 May... 


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Kola potash project, Congo-Brazzaville – update
29th April 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Kore Potash has started a detailed review of the optimisation study on the Kola project. 


RopeCon technology deployed at Booysendal North
22nd April 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

South African mining company Booysendal Platinum, a subsidiary of Northam Platinum, has once again made use of technology developed by ropeway manufacturer Doppelmayr, for an extension project at... 


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Drive tech company joins Indaba community
22nd April 2022

On its return to the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), the Investing in African Mining Indaba is "looking forward to a reunion like no other" and, for the first time in its... 


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SEW-EURODRIVE joins the Mining Indaba community
20th April 2022

For the first time in its history, drives and automation specialist, SEW-EURODRIVE will be exhibiting at the Mining Indaba at the Cape Town International Conference Centre (CTICC) from 9-12 May 2022. 


The challenges posed by power plant demolition and decontamination
19th April 2022

Technically-demanding projects add to Jet Demolition’s diverse portfolio Power plant demolition and decontamination work represents some of the most demanding, time-sensitive and... 


Aerial view of Kamoa-Kakula copper project, in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Kamoa-Kakula copper project, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
15th April 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

The Kamoa-Kakula project set a new quarterly production record in the first quarter of this year, with 55 602 t of copper-in-concentrate produced. 


Drill bit from the Kola potash project, Congo-Brazzaville
Kola potash project, Congo-Brazzaville – update
15th April 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Kore Potash has received an enhancement study for its Kola project. 


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Santa Luz gold project, Brazil – update
8th April 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Equinox Gold has poured its first gol from the project. 


Multinational Mining Company reinforces safety with IntelliPERMIT
4th April 2022

IntelliPERMIT was rolled out across operational areas to improve safety processes through the automation of the permit-to-work issuing procedure and the improvement of management’s electronic... 


An image of construction activities taking place at the Platreef project site, with shaft 1 depicted on the left, and the high-to-collar advancement for shaft 2 portrayed on the right
Equipping, changeover on track for March
1st April 2022

Diversified mining company Ivanhoe Mines is expected to complete the equipping and changeover of its Platreef Project Shaft 1 by the end of last month. The construction of the 996-m-level station... 


Island Gold gold ingot
Island Gold mine Phase 3 expansion, Canada – update
25th March 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Alamos Gold has been approved to ramp up construction activities on the Island Gold Phase 3 expansion. 


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Waterberg platinum group metals project, South Africa – update
25th March 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Platinum Group Metals is assessing commercial alternatives for mine development, financing and concentrate offtake. 


OMRON and FlexLink design a collaborative palletizer for industrial applications
24th March 2022

Cobot solution with a small footprint and active safety equipment enables handling up to 8 boxes per minute without the need for fencing or laser scanners. Collaborative robots (cobots) are being... 


PCI's wastewater plant expansion relies on WEG motors
15th March 2022

Water purification specialist PCI Africa has expanded the treatment capacity of a wastewater plant south of Johannesburg, installing over 65 WEG motors for optimal performance, reliability and... 


Aerial view of the Kamoa-Kakula mine
Kamoa-Kakula copper project, Democratic Republc of Congo – update
11th March 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Ivanhoe Mines has reported that the Kamoa-Kakula mine produced 105 884 t of copper concentrate in 2021. 


Why EPCM gain from considering transfer points early
7th March 2022

The mining sector relies increasingly on Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) firms for new builds and expansions – allowing miners to focus on their core mandates. The... 


Why Metso's LT220D is a game-changer
4th March 2022

The popularity of mobile plants which host a crusher and a screen on a single chassis is testament to the benefits they deliver to the market; but the design should not compromise production... 


Kwatani screens support golden opportunity in Namibia
25th February 2022

Namibia’s bustling mining scene is seeing an exciting expansion and technological innovation at a leading gold mining operation, with Kwatani supplying five mill discharge screens – all custom... 


Kwatani’s single deck screen for gold mine in Namibia
OEM’s screens support Namibian expansion
25th February 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

Namibia’s bustling mining scene is witnessing exciting expansion and technological innovation with original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Kwatani supplying five custom-designed and -manufactured... 


Aerial view of the Kamoa-Kakula mine
Kamoa-Kakula copper project, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
25th February 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

A debottlenecking plan for the project has been approved by Ivanhoe Mines' board. 


Location map of the Waterberg project
Waterberg platinum group metals project, South Africa – update
25th February 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Platinum Group Metals assessing commercial alternatives for mine development, financing and concentrate offtake. 


Turnkey solutions for power plant demolition
21st February 2022

From the safe and controlled demolition of coal-fired boilers to product conveyors, steam turbines, transformers, silos, cooling towers and associated auxiliary equipment, and the removal of... 


Modern drives for the agricultural industry
18th February 2022

Regional sales manager, Willem Strydom, talks about SEW-EURODRIVE’s agricultural offering and the company’s growing success, most notably in the poultry industry. The Agricultural sector has kept... 


Kamoa-Kakula mining licence, showing the Kamoa, Kamoa North, Kakula and Kakula West Mineral Resource areas, and a portion of Ivanhoe’s 100% owned Western Foreland area.
Kamoa-Kakula copper project, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
28th January 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Ivanhoe Mines has reported that the Phase 2 concentrator plant is expected to be 93% complete by January 31. 


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Kola potash project, Congo-Brazzaville – update
28th January 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Kore Potash expects to finalise an optimisation study report for the Kola project before the end of the quarter. 


Saryx optimises remote client engineering operations despite pandemic challenges 
26th January 2022

Businesses rely on speed, efficiency, and a high level of agility to meet the demands of their customers and failure to deliver on time can result in grave financial losses. Often the impact of... 


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Stewarts & Lloyds is a leading steel, tube, and engineering product supplier in South Africa.

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Weir is a global leader in mining technology. We recognise that our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that...

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