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Angola's Catoca says tailings leak contained no hard metals
20th October 2021 By: Reuters

Angola's Catoca diamond mine said a July tailings leak, which turned a river red and killed large numbers of fish downstream in the Democratic Republic of Congo, contained a mixture of sand and... 


‘Unleash American shale’ to end energy crisis
15th October 2021 By: Bloomberg

The largest US natural gas driller is using the global energy crisis to renew his call for more investment in domestic infrastructure such as pipelines, which he says will enable increased exports... 


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Beyondie sulphate of potash project expansion, Australia – update
15th October 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Kalium Lakes has announced a A$50-million capital raise to fund the expansion of the project. 


PVS pump range in an underground mine
Range pumps abrasive solids
8th October 2021

Mining systems solution provider Becker Mining South Africa’s PVS range of vortex pumps has been designed to efficiently pump sludge and slurries containing large abrasive solids and fibrous... 


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Beyondie sulphate of potash project expansion, Australia – update
8th October 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Kalium Lakes has produced its first sulphate of potash at the project. 


Sunland Minerals’ Botswana prospecting licences renewed
4th October 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Botswana Diamonds subsidiary Sunland Minerals’ prospecting licences PL232 and PL235 of 2015 have been renewed for a two-year period starting October 1. Recent aeromagnetic and surveys followed by... 


Made-from-carbon-dioxide concrete, lululemons and diamonds spark investor excitement
4th October 2021 By: Reuters

What do diamonds, sunglasses, high-end lululemon sportswear and concrete have to do with climate change? They can all be made using carbon dioxide (CO2), locking up the planet warming gas. And tech... 


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Project a blueprint for renewables future
1st October 2021 By: Cameron Mackay

The Oya Energy Hybrid dispatchable facility, which consists of colocated solar, wind and battery storage energy, will form a blueprint for the way in which South Africa’s energy grid will be able... 


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Alrosa scrutinising ability of kimberlite ore to absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere
1st October 2021 By: Donna Slater

Russia-based diamond miner Alrosa has completed the first phase of a study, set to continue into 2023, into kimberlite’s ability to absorb carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere. This follows... 


UCD opens new depot in Cape Town
1st October 2021 By: Irma Venter

United Container Depots (UCD) has moved from its location in Paarden Eiland to larger premises in Beaconvale, Parow, also in Cape Town. The new depot has a container stacking area of more than 20... 


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Thorny River diamond dyke project, South Africa – update
24th September 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Botswana Diamonds has successfully completed its nine-hole drilling programme at Thorny River. 


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Alrosa undertakes study following interaction between kimberlite and carbon dioxide
17th September 2021 By: Donna Slater

Russia-based diamond miner Alrosa has completed the first phase of a study, set to continue into 2023, into kimberlite’s ability to absorb carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere. This follows... 


Aerial view of the Thorny river project
Thorny River diamond dyke project, South Africa – update
10th September 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Botswana Diamonds has started drilling at its Thorny River project. 


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Weekly South African Coal Report
6th September 2021

The September roll-over sees a massive jump in spot monthly prices, with a further strengthening of the forward curve, which remains significantly backwardated. The story of coal’s meteoric price... 


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Okwa to acquire Gem Diamonds’ Botswana subsidiary for $4m
23rd August 2021 By: Donna Slater

London-listed Botswana Diamonds (BOD) reports that Okwa Diamonds, its joint venture (JV) with Vast Resources, has conditionally agreed to acquire 100% of the share capital in Gem Diamonds Botswana... 


Supplier provides hygienic pumps solution to food and beverage industry
20th August 2021

The food and beverage industries remain important contributors to the manufacturing and fastmoving consumer goods (FMCG) sectors, as well as the local economy. However, food and beverage... 


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Thos Begbie & Co
20th August 2021

Thos Begbie & Co was established in 1887 by Scottish marine engineer and pioneer Thomas Begbie, in the newly proclaimed gold-rush town of Johannesburg.  Amanagement buyout in 1989 further boosted... 


YDMC details Liberia kimberlite findings
13th August 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Liberian newspaper Heritage in May reported that Liberian diamond mining company Youssef Diamond Mining Company (YDMC) had announced the discovery of what could turn out to be the largest diamond... 


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Association eyes expansion
13th August 2021 By: Anna Moross

Despite being faced with many challenges during the Covid-19 pandemic, nonprofit trade association the Steel, Tube and Pipe Association of South Africa (Steasa), through its partnership with the... 


Aerial view of Thorny River project operations
Thorny River diamond dyke project, South Africa – update
13th August 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Botswana Diamonds has recovered four high-quality diamonds and abundant kimberlitic indicators from drill samples at the recently discovered River kimberlite extension at its Thorny River operation. 


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Unique thermowell design on offer
6th August 2021

Measuring instruments supplier Wika Instruments offers its ScrutonWell as an alternative to a standard thermowell. The ScrutonWell, manufactured by Wika, is typically used in applications commonly... 


How eight entrepreneurs helped shape the South African economy
How eight entrepreneurs helped shape the South African economy
30th July 2021

In this exploration of eight famous, and not so famous, South African entrepreneurs, economic historian Stefan Schirmer celebrates the dynamism, tenacity and ingenuity of these individuals, while... 


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HMA Wear Solutions South Africa - Mining, Power & Processing
30th July 2021 By: Yolande Botes

Year of Formation and Background to Founding: A great story of development and growth started from humble beginnings with two people, Keith Halley and Mike Mellowes starting the engineering... 


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Columbus Stainless (Pty) Ltd - Stainless steel manufacturer
30th July 2021

Year of Formation and Background to Founding: Columbus Stainless was registered on December 24, 1964 by Rand Mines as Southern Cross Steel. The South Africa Stainless Steel Development Association... 


How eight entrepreneurs helped shape the South African economy
How eight entrepreneurs helped shape the South African economy
30th July 2021

In this exploration of eight famous, and not so famous, South African entrepreneurs, economic historian Stefan Schirmer celebrates the dynamism, tenacity and ingenuity of these individuals, while... 


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Holistic strategy needed to tackle growing marine plastic crisis
16th July 2021 By: Donna Slater

As the marine ecosystem plays an critical role in mitigating climate change, through absorbing carbon dioxide (CO2), cooling the environment and sustaining delicate marine wildlife, it is becoming... 


CATERS FOR ALL
The company’s high head pumps range comprises the PAS dry prime pump and the VAR wet prime pump.
Range standardised for mining and construction
9th July 2021 By: Khutso Maphatsoe

In 2020 Atlas Copco Power Technique announced the launch of its PAC H centrifugal pump range, which consists of four models, for high-pressure applications. The pumps have been designed to reduce... 


ABRI VERMEULEN
All institutions and individuals have a role in proper water management
Infrastructure development requires funding and skills
2nd July 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

The state of South Africa’s water infrastructure varies across the country, with a range of institutions responsible for its management, says South African Institution of Civil Engineering (Saice)... 


LOOKING UP
Stewarts & Lloyds Projects supplied all the piping and fittings for the fire protection system, hanging material and fire water system for Steyn City
Pipes, tubes demand strong in housing sector
25th June 2021 By: Darren Parker

Demand for piping and tubing from the housing sector has remained buoyant throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, says pipe and tube manufacturer Stewarts & Lloyds sales manager Clayton Greer. He... 


BIG BOY Inkulu Plastic Pipes is the first in the country to manufacture pipes at a diameter of 1 200 mm
Company adds new pipe range
25th June 2021 By: Darren Parker

Pipe manufacturer Inkulu Plastic Pipes has added a new high-density polyethylene (HDPE) structured wall pipe product range to its offering. Inkulu Plastic Pipes sales and marketing manager Faize... 


THE RIGHT STUFF It is important for clients to ensure that they purchase quality products from reputable suppliers
Price volatility affecting pipe manufacturing
25th June 2021 By: Darren Parker

Price volatility in the plastics industry has been extreme over the past year, owing to the impact of Covid-19 on the supply of input chemicals, such as alcohol. Moreover, the subsequent lockdown,... 


Tsodilo set to advance Phase 2 of Botswana project following licence renewal
21st June 2021 By: Simone Liedtke

TSX-V-listed Tsodilo Resources has been granted a renewal of its prospecting licence, in Botswana, for an area which contains the company’s BK16 kimberlite project. The licence renewal was granted... 


ORBITALUM GF SAW
Orbital pipe cutting machine used in food and beverage, and pharmaceutical, industries
Orbitulum saw popular across various industries
18th June 2021 By: Claire O'Reilly

Industrial and electronic products importer and distributor Actum’s Orbitalum GF saw range, designed for cold cutting and bevelling, is becoming increasingly popular in the food and beverage, and... 


Nadezhda metallurgical plant sulphuric acid neutralisation project, Russia
Nadezhda metallurgical plant sulphuric acid neutralisation project, Russia
18th June 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

The Nadezhda metallurgical plant sulphuric acid neutralisation project forms part of the fresh air national project. 


CERTUSS STEAM GENERATOR
The key objective of this project is to overcome the disadvantages of a firetube by installing a CERTUSS steam generator, which reduces heat loss by 20%
Steam generator reduces heat loss by 20%
4th June 2021 By: Anna Moross

Steam boiler supplier Steam Generation Africa, exclusive distributor of the CERTUSS steam generators, is testing the generators at a brewery in Ghana. 


Cosasco
Cosasco
4th June 2021

The latest innovation in wireless, high temperature, ultrasonic monitoring – Up to the 3x more sensitive than competing sensors. Cosasco, a global leader and pioneer of corrosion monitoring, has... 


The advancement of Advent One
The advancement of Advent One
28th May 2021

Independently owned SMEIPP construction company Advent One Group recently finalised a complete management buyout of Tubular Group’s two operating entities, Tubular Engineering Services South Africa... 


CHECK IT OUT The Unidelta check valve is now available in South Africa
New valves add to supplier portfolio
14th May 2021 By: Halima Frost

Specialist valve distributor Astore Keymak has added two new valves to its portfolio to offer ease of installation. Astore Keymak compression fittings and saddles product manager Aldrin Velan tells... 


DIY GASKET MAKER
The Pratley RTV Silicone Grey Gasket Maker is ideal for gasket making in the automotive repair market
Silicone gasket maker for DIY and automotive repair market
14th May 2021 By: Claire O'Reilly

Industrial and do-it-yourself (DIY) adhesive producer Pratley’s latest innovation for cost-effective DIY and professional auto repairs, the Room Temperature Vulcanisation (RTV) silicone grey gasket... 


Canada's Agnico says Nunavut hearings delayed amid rise in Covid-19 cases
Canada's Agnico says Nunavut hearings delayed amid rise in Covid-19 cases
30th April 2021 By: Reuters

Canada's Arctic territory Nunavut has delayed public hearings about a key water disposal project at Agnico Eagle Mines' Meliadine gold mine, a company executive said on Friday, as the region... 


VALVE SHUT-OFF SYSTEM
This emergency system is hydraulically operated in case of a power failure. The hydraulic system was designed and manufactured by the BMG team in KZN
Solutions for all sectors provided in KZN
30th April 2021

Equipment supplier BMG’s regional service centre (RSC) in Riverhorse Valley, KwaZulu-Natal, plays a critical role in the province by providing engineering solutions – including hydraulics and... 


Manufacturer supplies 19 km of HDPE pipes in Polokwane
23rd April 2021

Wastewater treatment plants play a crucial role in the removal of contaminants from wastewater and sewage in order for its conversion into an effluent that can be returned to the water cycle in an... 


Thorny River diamond dyke project, South Africa – update
Thorny River diamond dyke project, South Africa – update
23rd April 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Botswana Diamonds has started a further drilling programme on its Thorny River diamond prospect. 


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