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The above image depicts a Schurco Slurry slurry pump
Pump solutions boost diamond mining efficiency, recovery
27th June 2025

As the diamond mining industry continues to face growing challenges such as resource depletion, rising operational costs and increasing competition from synthetic diamonds, pump supplier Schurco... 


How slurry seals tackle tough conditions on mining sites
27th June 2025

Effective slurry management is fundamental to mineral processing and one of its most persistent challenges. Across mining regions, operators face relentless wear from abrasive slurries laden with... 


A drone monitoring mine operations in West Africa
As gold prices surge, West Africa mine operators launch drones to detect wildcat miners
23rd June 2025 By: Reuters

As the afternoon sun beats down on Gold Fields' sprawling Tarkwa gold mine in southwestern Ghana, three men launch a drone into the clear sky, its cameras scanning the lush 210-square-kilometer... 


Integrated Pump Technology has delivered two Godwin HL250M diesel driven pumps to a gold mine in Tanzania, marking the brand’s debut at this major mining operation
Integrated Pump Technology makes inroads with Godwin pumps in Tanzania's mining sector
23rd June 2025

Integrated Pump Technology has delivered its first two Godwin pump units to a major gold mining operation in north-western Tanzania, marking a milestone for the brand’s growing footprint across... 


a danfoss wheel loader on a construction site
New tech addresses labour gaps, sustainability
13th June 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Labour shortages and sustainability are the two major trends shaping the future of hydraulics and pneumatics in Africa, says fluid control solutions supplier Danfoss. “The industry is seeing fewer... 


Bülent Tüfekçioğlu, chairperson of the board of Tüfekçioğlu Rubber Machinery and Mining Inc
Bülent Tüfekçioğlu
13th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This week we profile Bülent Tüfekçioğlu, chairperson of the board of Tüfekçioğlu Rubber Machinery and Mining Inc, a manufacturing of ore beneficiation machines, slurry pumps, hydrocyclones and... 


An EV being charged
Auto companies 'in full panic' over rare-earths bottleneck
9th June 2025 By: Reuters

Frank Eckard, CEO of a German magnet maker, has been fielding a flood of calls in recent weeks. Exasperated automakers and parts suppliers have been desperate to find alternative sources of... 


Image of Kamoa-Kakula smelter
Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
6th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Kamoa Copper expects to restart underground mining operations on the western side of the Kakula mine later this month. 


IPR’s KwaZulu-Natal operation maintains a good stockholding of diesel-driven dewatering pumps, including this Atlas Copco PAS150HF, enabling a rapid response to customer needs across the region
IPR to the rescue of flood-hit mines and quarries in KZN
4th June 2025

High rainfall and resultant flash floods have become an annual reality in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. To keep their sites operational and running smoothly in the face of disruptive water... 


The Kamoa-Kakula mine
Ivanhoe progressing plans to dewater the Kakula mine, restart underground operations
2nd June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Canadian miner Ivanhoe Mines' Kamoa Copper subsidiary expects to restart underground mining operations on the western side of the Kakula mine later this month. Seismic activity at the Kakula mine... 


The Kamoa-Kakula mine
Flooded mine in Congo is latest threat to global copper supply
30th May 2025 By: Bloomberg

The status of one of the world’s most important copper mines remains clouded in uncertainty, more than a week after seismic activity caused widespread flooding deep below ground. Ivanhoe Mines’s... 


A NORD Maxxdrive motor installed on teh top of a structure
Industrial gear units ensure optimum control, performance
30th May 2025

NORD Drive Systems – designed by German precision engineers Getriebebau Nord and assembled locally by industrial solutions provider BMG – encompass modular drive configurations that ensure optimum... 


TAILINGS CONSTRUCTION
The TSF-4, looking north from TSF-3 and showing the main drain one and two being intercepted by the two penstock pipelines running southeast from penstock towers
Zim expertise shines in tailings dam construction
30th May 2025 By: Donna Slater

The construction of a large tailings storage facility (TSF) for a platinum group metals miner in Zimbabwe demonstrated the capability of local firms, working in close collaboration with SRK... 


A WEG MGL900-5800KW 12P medium-voltage vertical motor stood on a wooden Pallet
Vertical motor rolls off production line successfully
30th May 2025

In April, electric engineering, power and automation developer WEG announced that its first vertical motor MGL900-5800KW 12P medium-voltage vertical motor successfully rolled off the production... 


Sustainable Mining Starts with Water: The Tech Behind Smarter Wastewater Management
Sustainable Mining Starts with Water: The Tech Behind Smarter Wastewater Management
22nd May 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Mining has historically played a significant role in the economic development of Africa by providing infrastructure, employment opportunities, and social services in remote... 


The crushing and screening circuit at Blackjack.
Native Minerals targets first gold from Blackjack in Q3
21st May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Native Mineral Resources advancing towards first gold production at its Blackjack project in Queensland, with site commissioning set to begin in late May and mining activities scheduled... 


An image of the LD butterfly valve
Firm expands hygienic valve portfolio
16th May 2025

Swedish manufacturing company Alfa Laval is extending its range of valve-related offerings to clients in the industrial, home and food and beverage sectors, with its new leakage detection butterfly... 


Mining site aerial shot
Pump packing delivers material advances and operational benefits
16th May 2025 By: Tracy Hancock

Equipment reliability is paramount in the mining industry, where operations face constant wear and extreme conditions. From gold extraction in Zimbabwe to copper mining in Zambia and diamond... 


Weir mine dewatering pumps
Dewatering specialist emphasises planning
9th May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With mine dewatering being a complex challenge that is often overlooked during the design phase of a mining operation, original-equipment manufacturer Weir helps miners conduct comprehensive... 


An aerial view of mine dewatering
Mitigating failures
9th May 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Mines require resilient dewatering systems to prevent failures of such mission critical equipment and the potentially catastrophic consequences, says water technology company Xylem Africa strategy... 


Schneider Electric South Africa unveils Altivar Process ATV6100 Medium Voltage Drive for enhanced energy efficiency and process optimisation
Schneider Electric South Africa unveils Altivar Process ATV6100 Medium Voltage Drive for enhanced energy efficiency and process optimisation
8th May 2025

Schneider Electric South Africa, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has unveiled its cutting-edge Altivar Process ATV6100 Medium Voltage (MV) Drive range,... 


Schneider Electric unveils Industries of the Future Breaker Status and Communication Module (BSCM) Modbus SL/ULP and Altivar Process ATV6100 Medium Voltage (MV) Drive products at AATF 2025
Schneider Electric unveils Industries of the Future Breaker Status and Communication Module (BSCM) Modbus SL/ULP and Altivar Process ATV6100 Medium Voltage (MV) Drive products at AATF 2025
8th May 2025

Schneider Electric , the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, has unveiled two new flagship products – the Altivar Process ATV6100 Medium Voltage... 


IPR’s partnership with Rand Air in Sasolburg gives Free State customers direct access to a full range of dewatering pump and dredging rental solutions
IPR expands access to Sasolburg
6th May 2025

Dewatering pump and dredging rental specialist IPR has expanded its footprint in the Free State by joining forces with its sister company Rand Air, both of which form part of Atlas Copco’s... 


Schneider Electric launches new TeSys Deca Advanced contactor solution to revolutionise motor management
Schneider Electric launches new TeSys Deca Advanced contactor solution to revolutionise motor management
5th May 2025

Schneider Electric South Africa, a leader in digital transformation for energy management and automation, has launched the TeSys Deca Advanced, an advanced contactor solution designed to... 


Image of heavy mining truck
Lalor mine, Canada
2nd May 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A gold/zinc/copper/silver mine in Snow Lake, Manitoba, Canada. 


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Cape Town’s R8.5bn water plan moves to tap seawater and wastewater
25th April 2025 By: Irma Venter

Seven years ago, Cape Town made global headlines for all the wrong reasons. The city faced the very real possibility that its municipal water supply would run dry amid a severe, multiyear drought,... 


Image of Canada flag and periodic table symbols for copper, gold and silver
Copper Mountain mine, Canada
25th April 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A copper mine south of Princeton, in British Columbia, Canada. 


Tecroveer
Tecroveer extends life of Senekal wastewater plant by 20 years
25th April 2025

Aging infrastructure continues to affect water quality in South Africa. To address this, Tecroveer recently completed the refurbishment of the Matwabeng Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW) in... 


WH Auctions presents 2-Day webcast auction in May 2025
WH Auctions presents 2-Day webcast auction in May 2025
24th April 2025

Africa’s trusted leader in industrial asset disposal WH Auctions is proud to announce a major two day webcast auction on behalf of globally respected mining operation Base Titanium in Kwale, Kenya.... 


The Warman MC range of pumps is engineered for optimal performance and reliability in challenging milling environments
J221 overlay extends life of Warman pump shaft sleeves at Mogalakwena
22nd April 2025

( Virtual Showroom ) When Anglo American Platinum’s Mogalakwena mine in South Africa’s Limpopo province wanted to extend the wear life of shaft sleeves in its Warman® pumps, Weir suggested the... 


A generic image of mine workers standing next to a drill rig
Company prioritises safety, maintenance for efficient exploration
18th April 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Extending the lifespan of its existing rigs, ensuring maximum uptime and delivering consistent performances in the drilling sector are key focus areas for geotechnical and exploration drilling... 


A row of green Schurco Slurry pumps ready for packing to be shipped off
Supplier growing tailings product footprint globally
18th April 2025 By: Halima Frost

Heavy-duty slurry pump manufacturer Schurco Slurry has developed its presence in South Africa’s tailings transfer/retreatment and storage facilities (TSFs) sector owing to its expert engineering,... 


Openpit mining operation
Remote monitoring is the future of mining
18th April 2025

The mining industry relies on precise, durable equipment to extract resources from challenging environments. Unexpected equipment failures can lead to downtime, safety risks and increased costs. To... 


IPR has supplied two Atlas Copco R150DP dry prime pumps for a vessel supporting an offshore gas project
Atlas Copco dry prime pumps from IPR for gas project's sea-going vessel
7th April 2025

Johannesburg-based dewatering pump specialist IPR (Integrated Pump Rental) has again extended its reach into Africa, supplying equipment to a global customer in the oil and gas sector who is... 


An image of workers excavating at Lucara’s Karowe mine
Underground development to reach final depths this year
28th March 2025

Underground development at diamond producer Lucara Diamond’s Botswana-based Karowe mine is expected to extend its operational life beyond 2040, with significant progress achieved in 2024,... 


Parker at bauma 2025: Driving the Future of Off-Road Mobility
26th March 2025

Technology Inside That Moves Your World – Cleaner, Smarter, Safer, and More Efficiently Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, will showcase its portfolio of... 


Marnus Koorts, General Manager Original Equipment at Weir
Weir’s Wear Reduction Technology cuts energy cots in pumping
24th March 2025

(Virtual Showroom) As part of Weir’s mission to support its customers’ sustainability efforts, Wear Reduction Technology (WRT®) upgrades have made both WARMAN® and ENVIROTECH® pumps more energy... 


A technician working on an orange pump in a service centre
Pumps supplier opens first branch in Steelpoort
21st March 2025 By: Tracy Hancock

As part of its strategic expansion plan, Johannesburg-based dewatering pump solutions provider Integrated Pump Technology has invested in a service centre in the mining town of Steelpoort, Limpopo.... 


a Hydra-Cell 600 metering solution pump painted blue
Pumps for automotive paints available locally
21st March 2025 By: Halima Frost

Fluid handling technology provider Monitor Pumps & Systems’ pumps are not only suited to water-related applications but also primers and paints specially developed for new vehicles, says GM Wim... 


Atlas Copco's R 150 DP pump
Specialist undertakes first-ever installation for ballasting
21st March 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Industrial equipment supplier Atlas Copco’s pump dewatering specialist arm Integrated Pump Rental (IPR) has delivered its first pumps for a ballasting project in the maritime industry. The pumps... 


a generic image of a hydrogen tank in front of a cluster of wind turbines and solar panels
Pumps manufacturer targets hydrogen projects
21st March 2025 By: Halima Frost

As an increasing number of hydrogen projects are implemented globally, particularly in Namibia, South African pumps manufacturer KSB Pumps and Valves has developed some of its pumps to cater to the... 


a photo of Nicholas Schur owner of Schurco Slurry in front of shelves packed wit Schurco Pumps
Manufacturer lauds 50 years of growth
21st March 2025 By: Halima Frost

Celebrating a fiftieth anniversary in any sector is “no mean feat”, but to grow exponentially globally and maintain an upward sales trajectory is exceptional, says heavy-duty slurry pump... 


Saving energy and money: What's driving the IE3 motor revolution?
17th March 2025

How new MEPS regulations can benefit businesses that rely on electric motors The International Efficiency 3 (IE3) motor standard will soon become South Africa's legal minimum standard, mandating... 


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