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Nexxus: A Smarter Way to Manage Cranes and Lifting Operations
Nexxus: A Smarter Way to Manage Cranes and Lifting Operations
20th August 2025

The lifting industry is evolving and so are the tools that support it. At the forefront of this transformation is Nexxus, a purpose-built asset and crane monitoring system from RGM Cranes that’s... 


Schneider Electric launches Pro Retailer programme to expand reach in East Africa market
Schneider Electric launches Pro Retailer programme to expand reach in East Africa market
19th August 2025

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has unveiled its new distribution channel initiative designed to extend its market reach and... 


Schneider Electric Foundation brings industry training to Lagos technical students with equipment donation
Schneider Electric Foundation brings industry training to Lagos technical students with equipment donation
19th August 2025

As part of its global commitment to youth education and entrepreneurship, the Schneider Electric Foundation has provided industry-specific training equipment in the energy field to three centres... 


Trafo Power Solutions provided nine transformers to a mineral sands operation in Mozambique
Trafo Power Solutions strengthens presence in African mining with transformer supply to Mozambique
18th August 2025

Providing tailored electrical power solutions to the African market has positioned Trafo Power Solutions as a key player in the region. The company’s success is rooted in its deep expertise,... 


Schneider Electric’s new DBSeT panel offers a smart and practical solution for everyday energy distribution challenges
Schneider Electric’s new DBSeT panel offers a smart and practical solution for everyday energy distribution challenges
15th August 2025

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, has announced the launch of the new DBSeT panel in the East African market. Designed... 


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Rook I uranium project, Canada – update
15th August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

NexGen Energy has doubled its contracted sales volumes to more than ten-million pounds as the company advances its project. 


Schneider Electric unveils its MasterPacT MTZ Active range of circuit breakers in the South African market
Schneider Electric unveils its MasterPacT MTZ Active range of circuit breakers in the South African market
13th August 2025

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has launched its new MasterPacT MTZ Active range of circuit breakers in South Africa. The... 


Lithium-Power Batteries enhance workplace safety
Lithium-Power Batteries enhance workplace safety
13th August 2025

Whether it is wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), keeping aisles clear of obstacles or adhering to local and international material handling equipment safety standards, safety... 


Capstone Copper greenlights Mantoverde expansion in Chile
Capstone Copper greenlights Mantoverde expansion in Chile
11th August 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

TSX- and ASX-listed Capstone Copper has sanctioned construction of its Mantoverde Optimised (MV-O) project in Chile, following receipt of all required board and regulatory approvals, including the... 


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Automation key to unlocking precision irrigation
8th August 2025

Precision irrigation delivers the correct amount of water and nutrients, uniformly and at the right time and place. However, this level of precision can only be achieved by applying and managing... 


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Manufacturer stresses importance of industrial efficiency for cleaning chemicals
8th August 2025

Providing effective, ecofriendly solutions and contributing to lowering maintenance costs and improving overall productivity across various industries remain key in the strategic outlook of... 


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Electric furnaces benefit operations, reduce emissions
8th August 2025

Mineral wool is a “vital component in mankind’s battle with climate change”, as it helps reduce demand for heating and cooling within the built environment. However, its production still relies... 


African auto industry body appoints component-focused project manager
8th August 2025 By: Irma Venter

The African Association of Automotive Manufacturers (AAAM) has appointed Cabral Ngubane as its new project manager focused on expanding the manufacturing of components for original-equipment... 


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Komatsu - Women in Mining
8th August 2025

Xolile Dikobe Position: Komatsu Mining Technologies senior procurement officer Main activity of company: Original-equipment manufacturer of underground mining equipment Date and place of birth:... 


ACTOM's Women's Empowerment Programme fuels economic growth in South Africa
ACTOM's Women's Empowerment Programme fuels economic growth in South Africa
7th August 2025

(Virtual Showroom) As South Africa proudly observes Women’s Month, ACTOM reaffirms the critical importance of fostering gender-inclusive economies. The company’s Women’s Empowerment Programme,... 


Artisan Training Institute
Powering the automotive artisan industry: Artisan Training Institute’s accredited qualifications
7th August 2025

South Africa’s automotive industry, a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, is navigating a transformative era driven by advancements in the automotive industry and sophisticated diagnostics. As... 


BMS – the heartbeat of West Africa’s rapid and intelligent buildings growth
BMS – the heartbeat of West Africa’s rapid and intelligent buildings growth
4th August 2025

By: Ajibola Akindele - Country President, Nigeria, Schneider Electric West Africa West Africa continues to experience phenomenal growth; in fact, in according to research and visualisation mapping... 


EIT Forging New Partnerships Through its Botswana Engineering Education Hub
EIT Forging New Partnerships Through its Botswana Engineering Education Hub
1st August 2025

EIT’s recently launched Botswana Learning Hub has already started strengthening connections with existing and potential students, partners, and industries across Southern Africa. Discover how this... 


Women in Mining: Sibongile Thobakgale, Key Account Manager, Strategic Mining, Minerals and Metals (MMM), Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric
Women in Mining: Sibongile Thobakgale, Key Account Manager, Strategic Mining, Minerals and Metals (MMM), Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric
1st August 2025

Mining has long been regarded a male-dominated industry. For example, in South Africa and like many other countries, women were legally prohibited from working underground until the 1990s.... 


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SA-engineered pinch valves set reliability benchmark in gold mining
1st August 2025

A set of hydraulically operated Corflex pinch valves, installed in 2018 at a major North African gold mine, has delivered seven years of uninterrupted service in one of the continent’s most... 


a metal steel cut chair frame for a car
Manufacturer anticipates good connections
1st August 2025 By: Halima Frost

The 2025 iteration of the National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM) Show will be attended by automotive components manufacturers and suppliers from across South... 


WearCheck Technical Bulletin: CRUDE AWAKENING Part  2
WearCheck Technical Bulletin: CRUDE AWAKENING Part 2
31st July 2025

By: Rivendren Wayne Moodley – diagnostician, WearCheck (Virtual Showroom) In a world constantly in motion, where ambition shapes empires and innovation fuels the future, there exists a silent... 


Trump's watered-down copper tariffs almost crush Comex premium
Trump's watered-down copper tariffs almost crush Comex premium
31st July 2025 By: Reuters

The once-mighty premium US copper enjoyed over the global benchmark shrank to near zero on Thursday as markets clawed back months of gains in hours of frenzied trading after President Donald Trump... 


Kumba Iron Ore CE Mpumi Zikalala.
Kumba Iron Ore reports R7.9bn half-year free cash flow, declares R5.3bn dividend
29th July 2025 By: Martin Creamer

In an environment characterised by global economic uncertainty and market volatility, South Africa’s high-flying Kumba Iron Ore is very well positioned to continue delivering stakeholder value amid... 


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Rail overhaul capability scales up amid reform push
25th July 2025

Rail services company Traxtion is expanding its locomotive overhaul capabilities to support the growing demand for rolling stock across the continent. The expansion is centred on the company’s... 


BFG Africa
BFG Africa
25th July 2025

Established in 2018, BFG Africa is a leading composite product designer, engineering and manufacturing company. Strategically located in Johannesburg, South Africa – the gateway to the continent –... 


Alstom drives localisation with reliable electric locomotives
Alstom drives localisation with reliable electric locomotives
25th July 2025 By: Tracy Klückow

As South Africa moves to revive its aging and deteriorating freight rail infrastructure, rolling stock manufacturer Alstom is playing an integral role in this journey by delivering modern, locally... 


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Florence Copper in situ copper recovery facility, US – update
25th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Construction is nearing completion. 


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Jansen potash project, Canada – update
25th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

BHP is continuing to make progress on the project. 


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Didipio mine, Philippines
25th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A gold and copper mine in the northern Luzon region of the Philippines. 


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Taseko says Florence project 90% complete, on track for first production in 2025
22nd July 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Taseko Mines said on Tuesday that construction at its 100%-owned Florence Copper project in Arizona is more than 90% complete and remains on schedule for first copper cathode production before the... 


SA's Manufacturing Slowdown: Why Supporting Local Should Be a National Imperative
22nd July 2025

South Africa’s manufacturing sector is under severe strain. Although output increased by a marginal 0.5%, over 1.2 million direct jobs and millions more in linked sectors still hang in the balance.... 


Three decarbonisation myths and how organisations can debunk them
Three decarbonisation myths and how organisations can debunk them
21st July 2025

By: Kshitij Batra - Senior Vice President, International Hub, Power Products at Schneider Electric If good intentions were enough to decarbonise the planet, our climate goals might not be slipping... 


Artisans welding industrial pipe
Celebrating a 50-year legacy in construction, built on quality and performance
18th July 2025

From small beginnings in 1975 as Wetback Erection, South African mechanical and piping contractor Wetback Contracts has grown to become known for its quality and performance, celebrating a 50-year... 


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AP60 low-carbon aluminium smelter expansion, Canada – update
18th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Project work is progressing.  


Antofagasta's Los Pelambres operations
Antofagasta lifts first-half output on strong performances at Centinela, Los Pelambres
17th July 2025 By: Darren Parker

Chilean copper miner Antofagasta has delivered increased production at its two largest copper mining districts, Los Pelambres and Centinela, in Chile, for the second quarter. Copper production at... 


Not an afterthought – integrating healthcare technology at the very beginning
Not an afterthought – integrating healthcare technology at the very beginning
16th July 2025

By: Thabang Byl - Buildings Segment Lead at Schneider Electric Today’s modern healthcare facilities have, respectfully, moved beyond bricks, mortar and medical equipment to now include... 


Africa’s Budding Infrastructure Development Provides an Unparalleled Opportunity for Growth in Local Manufacturing
14th July 2025

Africa’s infrastructure boom is unlocking a new wave of opportunities for the continent’s manufacturing sector, positioning local producers to drive industrialisation, create jobs, and foster... 


Werner Pumps auto electrician apprentice inspires young learners
Werner Pumps auto electrician apprentice inspires young learners
11th July 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Zander Gresse matriculated from Hoërskool Hugenote in Springs in 2023 with more than a Matric Certificate to his name. He also completed his N1 Industrial Electronics and N1... 


Gianni Anić, MD and CEO of Wetback Contracts
Gianni Anić
11th July 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This week we profile Gianni Anić, MD and CEO of Wetback Contracts, which is involved in project management and project execution in the structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation,... 


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SEZ targets expansions, increased investment
11th July 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Building on its positive impact, the Dube TradePort Special Economic Zone (SEZ), in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, is expanding key infrastructure, with an overarching goal of enhancing industrial... 


The importance of electrical rotating machines and Delba’s role in maintenance and repair
The importance of electrical rotating machines and Delba’s role in maintenance and repair
11th July 2025

At Delba Electrical we understand that rotating machines play a vital role in modern society, powering industries, transportation and essential infrastructure. These machines, including electrical... 


Prieska underground
Prieska copper/zinc mine, South Africa – update
11th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Orion Minerals has secured firm commitments for a placement of new fully paid ordinary shares to sophisticated and professional investors. 


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Carlisle TyrFil
Carlisle TyrFil

Flatproofing tire technology engineered to perform in extreme mining environments.

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Goodwin Submersible Pumps Africa (Pty) Ltd
Goodwin Submersible Pumps Africa (Pty) Ltd

Goodwin Submersible Pumps Africa is sole distributors for Goodwin electrically driven, submersible, abrasion resistance slurry pumps.

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Condra Cranes
Condra Cranes

ISO-certified Condra manufactures overhead cranes, portal cranes, cantilever cranes and crane components: hoists, drives, end-carriages, brakes and...

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VEGA Controls SA (Pty) Ltd
VEGA Controls SA (Pty) Ltd

For over 60 years, VEGA has provided industry-leading products for the measurement of level, density, weight and pressure. As the inventor of the...

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