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New Exxaro headquarters
Exxaro unveils new ultramodern headquarters
28th March 2019 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa’s largest coal producer and black-empowered coal company Exxaro has unveiled its new ultramodern headquarters. The conneXXion, in Centurion, has e-parking bays for employees to charge... 


Magnitech
Magnitech
22nd February 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Founded in 1969, this year, Magnitech celebrates 50 years of excellence in service to the lighting sector. Its reputation for providing quality technology and expert service has made Magnitech a... 


Hospital group’s impressive energy savings journey recognised
15th February 2019 By: Schalk Burger

Private healthcare company Netcare Group replaced 108 000 inefficient lights and light fittings with modern energy efficient alternatives, and reduced its light-load by 40%, offsetting its... 


What needs to be done to make SA’s buildings fire safe
What needs to be done to make SA’s buildings fire safe
8th February 2019 By: Natasha Odendaal

In the wake of a deadly fire at the Bank of Lisbon building, in Johannesburg last year, along with a spate of fires at other buildings, questions have been raised about the safety and compliance of... 


3D printing surging globally and South Africa is making its mark
3D printing surging globally and South Africa is making its mark
7th December 2018 By: Rebecca Campbell

The global take-off of Additive Manufacturing (AM, popularly called 3D printing), it is now apparent, took place some six years ago. "2012 was a turning point in AM, globally," consultancy Wohlers... 


Dickinson Group of Companies 2018 Expansion
5th December 2018 By: Creamer Media Reporter

 “Dickinson Group of companies’ strategy is to intentionally review alternative industries and complementary product and service offerings. By adopting this approach, the company continually... 


PORTABLE FLUID PURIFICATION 
The Parker Sentinel portable fluid purification systems are incorporated into planned maintenance programmes to protect hydraulic systems and increase productivity by eliminating moisture in oil
Fluid maintenance neglect proves costly
30th November 2018 By: Paige Müller

Fluid maintenance is frequently neglected and the consequences of using contaminated fuel and lubricant oil are often underestimated, says technical solutions provider BMG fluid technology business... 


Tank blanketing key to prevent fire
30th November 2018

The storage of flammable liquids carries with it the need to put in place fire protection mechanisms, and tank blanketing is deemed one of the most effective ways of preventing fires in flammable... 


INTO FOCUS
Stainless steel in cladding construction brings the advantages into focus
Early days for stainless steel in cladding, construction industry
23rd November 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

The South African stainless steel in construction and cladding market is in an early developmental stage, despite many architectural projects having been completed over the past few decades, says... 


COME FITTED
Container start-up stock includes hose fittings and adaptors, crimping and cut-off machines, as well as a manual engraver, hose rack, hose-cleaning projectile kit and projectile stock, necessary tooling and a 2 m x 6 m bolt-on side canopy
Hydraulics container one-stop shop for remote mines
16th November 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With African mines often based in remote and desolate locations, it is beneficial to have on-site products and services, especially since mines have a high consumption rate of consumables.  


Construction industry depressed, but upturn expected
16th November 2018 By: Jessica Oosthuizen

South African thermoplastic valves supplier Astore Keymak depends on project and maintenance work, as the civil engineering and construction sector is depressed, says Astore Keymak compression... 


Rescue Rod
Rescue Rod
16th November 2018

Pipeline services and waste management specialist Rescue Rod has been serving the industry in various ways since 1990.  “With over 25 years of experience in the industry and some of the most... 


ABSA UMHLANGA ATRIUM
LEDs produce less heat, which reduces the air conditioning load in the building
Energy efficiency illuminates Absa Umhlanga
9th November 2018

Financial bank Absa’s Umhlanga offices, in KwaZulu-Natal, is Green Building Council South Africa 4-star rated for energy efficient lighting, with electrical solutions company Magnet having... 


PROCESSING PLANT
BMG’s SAFi range of valves can be used in mining, energy, environmental, process plant, agriculture, and food and beverage applications
Demand increases for thermoplastic valves
9th November 2018 By: Jessica Oosthuizen

Demand for thermoplastic materials over conventional alloy metals has increased since engineering consumables and components distributor BMG was appointed exclusive distributor of UK-based... 


HIGH-PRESSURE READY 
All KML bearings housing units have smooth surfaces that can be cleaned easily with high-pressure washing equipment
Bearings mitigate health concerns in F&B industry
9th November 2018 By: Paige Müller

Amid stringent health and hygiene standards in South Africa’s food and beverage industry, bearings and power transmission products distributor, Bearings International (BI), offers the industry a... 


Mining, agricultural and industrial sectors in the spotlight at CAMINEX
30th May 2018

Opening next week, CAMINEX 2018 will bring the mining, agricultural and industrial sectors together at the Kitwe Showgrounds in Kitwe, Zambia, from 5-7 June. An important trade platform that is... 


SKILLS TRANSFER
The show offered over 20 highly-attended CPD accredited seminars
Change of venue draws in highly targeted audience
23rd February 2018

With over 3 000 visitors attending throughout the course of the three-day biennial Heating, Cooling, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC&R) Show, the new venue that organiser... 


Electra Mining Botswana to showcase latest products and technologies
Electra Mining Botswana to showcase latest products and technologies
6th September 2017

Botswana’s largest mining, industrial and power generation exhibition will be showcasing the latest products and technologies, equipment and machinery, and cutting-edge systems and services when it... 


Process Pipes
18th July 2017 By: Zandile Mavuso

With 47 years’ expertise in the pipes industry, wholesale carbon and mild steel pipes, fittings and flanges wholesaler Process Pipe has established a national footprint in South Africa, with... 


KNOWLEDGE IS POWER Employees undertake basic valves, control valves and working with valves training
Training facility in final stages
19th May 2017 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Valve company Invincible Valves is in the final stages of completing its new training facility on-site at the company’s factory in Knights, in Germiston.  


LEE VINE LEE VINE Integrated Pump Rental has benefited from a successful marketing strategy
Rental fleet demand doubles in two years
3rd February 2017 By: Nadine James

Demand for industrial pumps and dredging equipment supplier Integrated Pump Rental’s (IPR’s) rental fleet has doubled since the company’s introduction in 2014. IPR attributes this growth to its... 


LARGEST COLD STORAGE FACILITY IN S.A
25 500 m2 warehouse developed at a cost of R160-million
High-tech cold storage warehouse gives clients competitive edge
21st October 2016

Logistics and supply chain management specialist Imperial Cold Logistics’ new 25 500 m2 warehouse developed at a cost of R160-million, situated in Linbro Park, Johannesburg, is now one of the... 


New knife-gate valve can slash maintenance time to just 15 minutes
21st October 2016 By: David Oliveira

Global mechanical pipe-joining systems manufacturer Victaulic launched its Series 795 knife-gate valve onto the South African market in August. The valve is designed to contain all the parts... 


MAINTENANCE MADE EASIER
Maintenance can be reduced through the improved lifetime of components, more reliable crushing and easier maintenance procedures
Crusher upgrades to increase productivity
15th July 2016

Mine and industrial services provider Metso has introduced a new generation of crusher upgrades for its heritage branded crusher models that aim to increase productivity by up to 30%, with the... 


SUPERLUBE COMMERCIALISED 
Superlube is being considered for various applications, such as propellers, high-end yacht fittings and turbines in the renewable-energy market
Company commercialises thermoplastic material with low friction coefficiency
15th July 2016

In May, plastic fabrication and engineering company Vesconite Bearings  started to commercialise its Superlube, a thermoplastic bearing material with one of the lowest coefficients of friction of... 


ELECTRICITY CONSUMPTION REDUCED
Energy efficient lighting management system installed for Boxer Superstore in Cape Town at the end of 2015
Installed lighting system reduces electricity consumption
19th February 2016 By: Kimberley Smuts

Branded electrical equipment and industrial instrumentation suppliers Magnet Group – sole distributors for  Mars light-emitting diode (LED) Lighting System –  were appointed technology suppliers... 


IPT’S SLURRYSUCKER
The design of the SlurrySucker involved fluid dynamic modelling of the dredge head and strength calculation on the float frame
Local dredging solution applied to African projects
2nd October 2015 By: David Oliveira

South African pump solutions provider Integrated Pump Technology’s (IPT’s) pump rental division is hiring out IPT’s locally designed, engineered and manufactured floating desilting dredge solution,... 


Bids sought for Lilongwe water resources efficiency programme
2nd October 2015 By: Marcel Chimwala

Malawi’s Lilongwe Water Board (LWB) is inviting eligible bidders to prequalify for the board’s efficiency improvement works, which will be implemented as part of the E24-million Lilongwe Water... 


Ryco fluid connection systems facilitate client success
Ryco fluid connection systems facilitate client success
14th August 2015

In today’s competitive international business environment the requirement for suppliers and clients to work closely together is greater than ever before; particularly in the resource industry. RYCO... 


Rexus Trading
Rexus Trading
15th May 2015

Established in 2010, pipes, valves, couplings and fittings designer, manufacturer and supplier Rexus Trading manufactures a range of couplings, flange adaptors and stepped couplings under the KII... 


MITIGATING A NATION'S CHALLENGES Green building initiatives address many of South Africa’s environmental and energy challenges, such as electricity and water shortages
Utility costs, refurbishment contribute to green building
3rd April 2015 By: David Oliveira

Increasing utility costs and office building owners having to differentiate their service offering to secure tenants during the current tough economic climate will promote growth in the green... 


LIGHTING LABORATORY Energywise's lighting laboratory’s service and equipment are available from the company for hire or purchase
Companies collaborate to establish lighting lab
20th February 2015

In cooperation with electrical solutions company Magnet, lighting solutions provider Energywise Systems has established a specialist lighting service laboratory in Riverhorse Valley, Durban, which... 


DESTINATION ANGOLA Starplex 393 is manufacturing ten tanks and ten tank stands for a project in Angola
Multimillion-rand fabrication contracts boost company operations
1st August 2014 By: Ilan Solomons

Local metal fabrication and refurbishment company Starplex 393 is manufacturing 33 pressure vessels, in which to store ammonia, for local gas distributor Pro Gas Solutions. Company co-owner Robbie... 


PRESSURE TEST The major challenge facing the industry has been the decline in capital expenditure projects
Local pressure vessel industry hard pressed
1st August 2014 By: Ilan Solomons

The local pressure vessel industry has been under significant strain for the past several years and there are no signs of improvement, at least not for the remainder of this year, industry body the... 


Company increases product offering
1st August 2014

Hydraulic and hose fittings supplier Genflex Hydraulics is now able to supply hoses and cylinders for utility maintenance vehicles (UMVs), used for railway maintenance as well as hydraulic fittings... 


PVC pipes supplied to Mozambique irrigation system
1st August 2014 By: Jonathan Rodin

Following the installation of the German-engineered Krauss Maffei extrusion line in mid-2013, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe manufacturer DPI Plastics became the only plastic pipe manufacturer in... 


Marley  Pipe Systems
Marley Pipe Systems
1st August 2014

Marley Pipe Systems is the leading manufacturer and supplier of plastic pipe systems, serving the needs of the mining and industrial segment with superior quality products and turnkey solutions to... 


Lafarge Company Profile
Lafarge Company Profile
16th May 2014

Local presence of international leading cement and building materials company Lafarge Group, Lafarge South Africa, manufactures and supplies cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, gypsum... 


Company signs extension to supply contract with petrochemicals company
25th October 2013 By: Anine Kilian

A further 160 line items have been added to piping distributor and services provider Rare’s supply contract with petrochemicals company Sasol. The contract for the supply of all the group’s carbon... 


STAINLESS STEEL FASTENERS Energy Bolts’ 304 and 316 stainless steel grade range of fasteners will provide customers with full traceability and certification of the product, owing to these specific stainless steel grades
New fastener division to stock stainless steel range
25th October 2013 By: Ilan Solomons

Stainless steel, specialist alloys and valve supplier Energy Engineered Products (EEP) says that, since establishing the new Energy Bolts fastener division at its head office in Kyalami,... 


Marley Introduces Weholite Structured Wall Pipe into its Product Basket
22nd October 2013

Weholite is known world-over as the preferred structured wall pipe solution for various applications, from water distribution to gravity sewers, rehabilitation projects and manholes to marine... 


Marley Investing in the Future of Water Engineering
Marley Investing in the Future of Water Engineering
18th October 2013

At the core of Marley’s journey to excellence is a strong commitment to improving the quality of our country’s water infrastructure, starting with initiatives aimed at the development of engineers... 


FASTER MANUFACTURING The Synchroturn can accommodate up to four tools working simultaneously on a single workpiece
Upgrade may be deemed field proven this year
18th October 2013 By: Ilan Solomons

Local lathe manufacturer FAS Machine Tools has upgraded its FAS Synchroturn computer numerically controlled (CNC) lathe to offer improved machining capability and is expected to be deemed field... 


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