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Company powers every step of desalination process
16th January 2026

With climate change intensifying droughts and reducing freshwater availability, population growth placing increasing pressure on existing resources, and industrial demands pushing water consumption... 


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Support for West Africa’s growing mining industry
15th January 2026

Weir says it has invested in training and skills development to establish local expertise and capacity in West Africa to meet increasing demands for efficiency, sustainability and technological... 


Integrated Pump Technology supports mines across Africa with rugged Grindex submersible pumps built for tough dewatering and slurry conditions
Grindex pumps power through the Copperbelt’s toughest dewatering challenges
13th January 2026

Meeting the demanding conditions of Zambia's Copperbelt head-on, Integrated Pump Technology’s range of Grindex dewatering, slurry and sludge pumps continues to gain traction among mining companies.... 


Andrew Ayirebi, Regional Manager for West Africa at Weir
Local capacity embeds Weir solutions in West Africa
12th January 2026

With West Africa’s mining industry evolving rapidly, Weir has built a solid footprint of local expertise, capability and capacity in the region - to serve customers’ increasing demand for... 


 Safe chemical logistics and two million litres under precise control, Impossible? VEGA says it can be done!
Safe chemical logistics and two million litres under precise control, Impossible? VEGA says it can be done!
6th January 2026

(Virtual Showroom) With a storage capacity of 2 million litres, distributed across 40 tank chambers in 22 above-ground tanks, the new tank farm at Friedrich Scharr KG is a high-performance... 


Kamoa-Kakula complex
Ivanhoe announces first anode production from Kamoa-Kakula copper smelter
5th January 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

TSX-listed Ivanhoe Mines has announced that the first copper anodes were produced by Kamoa-Kakula’s on-site, state-of-the-art 500 000 t/y direct-to-blister copper smelter, in the Democratic... 


Babcock Africa partners with NCPC-SA to unlock sustainable gains
Babcock Africa partners with NCPC-SA to unlock sustainable gains
5th January 2026

As part of its plans to reduce environmental impacts, Babcock Africa partnered with the National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) to conduct resource-efficient and cleaner... 


Water-Wise solutions for municipal wastewater maintenance
Water-Wise solutions for municipal wastewater maintenance
5th January 2026

(Virtual Showroom) With water management scrutiny intensifying and South African municipal maintenance teams under mounting pressure to keep ageing infrastructure functioning, there is growing... 


An oil pump
OPEC+ keeps oil output steady amid turmoil among members
4th January 2026 By: Reuters

OPEC+ kept oil output unchanged on Sunday after a quick meeting that avoided discussion of the political crises affecting several of the producer group's members. Sunday's meeting of eight members... 


Improving asset performance for more resilient mining operations
12th December 2025

In today’s African mining sector, reliability has become a daily challenge rather than a maintenance metric. Teams work in environments where equipment rarely gets a break, conditions shift without... 


Our Multotec Canadian Team
Two decades of innovation: Celebrating Multotec’s 20-year milestone in Canada
11th December 2025

Multotec is celebrating its 20-year anniversary in Canada, marking two decades of innovation, growth, and commitment to North America’s mining and mineral processing landscape. Since establishing... 


Afromix MD Eugene Els speaks to Martin Creamer on Video
Afromix MD Eugene Els speaks to Martin Creamer on Video
8th December 2025

South Africa’s globally acknowledged Afromix offers a wide range of mixers and agitators, as well as specialised industrial peristaltic pumps from 5 mm all the way to the world’s largest 200 mm... 


Avoid The Pain of Motor Replacement Procrastination
Avoid The Pain of Motor Replacement Procrastination
4th December 2025

Electric motors consume nearly half of the world's electricity (IEA). From heavy-duty cranes and pumps to conveyor belts and air conditioning, the world literally moves on electric motors.... 


Sensors Measure Tank Level of Palm Oil
Sensors Measure Tank Level of Palm Oil
3rd December 2025

Grown only in the tropics, the oil palm tree produces high-quality oil used primarily for cooking in developing countries. It is also used in food products, detergents, cosmetics and, to a small... 


Multistage Dewatering Pumps Improve Efficiency for UK Mining Facility
Multistage Dewatering Pumps Improve Efficiency for UK Mining Facility
28th November 2025

Effective dewatering sits at the heart of modern mining. It ensures operations remain productive and that the mine can continue to function safely and sustainably. When water isn’t properly... 


Energy cannot be destroyed; it can only be transferred, and here’s how
Energy cannot be destroyed; it can only be transferred, and here’s how
28th November 2025

By: Nishandra Baijnath - Systems Architect, Digital Automation at Schneider Electric Industry’s very nature sees it producing significant amounts of waste, whether it’s heat from furnaces and... 


Image of The PAC SH pump from IPR
New pump for deep mining environments
28th November 2025

A new self-priming centrifugal single-stage pump range, now available from Integrated Pump Rental (IPR), offers a maximum head of 235 m and a maximum flow of 2 000 m³ and is said to provide... 


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Filtration solutions enhance performance, service life
28th November 2025

Industrial equipment supplier BMG’s fluid technology services include solutions for fuel and industrial filtration systems, hydraulics and pneumatics, lubrication, hydraulic hose and fittings, as... 


An image of bitumen storage tanks
Bitumen import terminal bridges supply gap
28th November 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Following the shutdown of local refinery production, independent bulk liquid storage providers FFS Tank Terminals’ recently completed R370-million bitumen import storage facility at Maydon Wharf,... 


Why AI will never truly understand machines — and why that matters
Why AI will never truly understand machines — and why that matters
25th November 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Cutting-edge technology and solutions powered by artificial intelligence (AI) are embraced by specialist condition monitoring company, WearCheck, where the extreme accuracy of... 


Integrated Pump Technology’s strategic growth and commitment to service excellence have made Grindex pumps a preferred choice for demanding dewatering applications across Africa
Africa’s dewatering champion: Integrated Pump Technology tops global Grindex rankings
24th November 2025

Integrated Pump Technology has reached a remarkable milestone - being recognised as the largest Grindex distributor in the world - a testament to its strategic growth, technical expertise and... 


SEIFSA Celebrates High Achievers at the 10th Annual Awards of Excellence
SEIFSA Celebrates High Achievers at the 10th Annual Awards of Excellence
21st November 2025

The Metals and Engineering sector celebrated the grit and hard work of its members at the 10th SEIFSA Awards for Excellence on Thursday, November 20 at the Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre in... 


A bearing
OEM parts boost reliability in heavy-duty fleets
21st November 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

A distribution partnership – uniting global bearing and sealing technology leader SKF Vehicle Aftermarket components with engineering components distributor BMG – has been established to supply a... 


From fibre to flow: How hose engineering impacts performance
From fibre to flow: How hose engineering impacts performance
20th November 2025

In high-stakes industrial and processing environments where uptime is currency and reliability is non-negotiable, seemingly small decisions can have significant consequences. Take for instance, the... 


Image of Grindex submersible dewatering pumps from Integrated Pump Technology
Submersible dewatering pumps favoured by mining operations
14th November 2025

Integrated Pump Technology, the official distributor of Grindex pumps in Southern Africa, says that the demand for submersible dewatering pumps is growing among mining operations in Zambia and the... 


Vesconite Bearings Wins SACEEC Exporter of the Year Award
Vesconite Bearings Wins SACEEC Exporter of the Year Award
14th November 2025

Vesconite Bearings is proud to announce that it has been named the Exporter of the Year in its turnover category at the South African Capital Equipment Export Council’s (SACEEC) Exporter of the... 


Verder
From fibre to flow: How hose engineering impacts performance
12th November 2025

In high-stakes industrial and processing environments where uptime is currency and reliability is non-negotiable, seemingly small decisions can have significant consequences. Take for instance, the... 


Yellow equipment on mining site
How elastomeric couplings drive mining efficiency
7th November 2025

The mining industry relies on equipment that operates under extreme stress, encompassing heavy loads, shock vibration, abrasive dust and unpredictable conditions. Every component in that system... 


Image of Atlas Copco WEDA submersible pumps from IPR
Submersible dewatering pumps in high demand
6th November 2025

Dewatering and dredging solutions specialist Integrated Pump Rental (IPR) has noted a rising demand for submersible dewatering pumps in mining, construction and water management applications. The... 


The PAC SH pump streamlines deep pit dewatering by reducing the number of pumps required and simplifying the overall setup
Maximising dewatering efficiency at extreme depths
5th November 2025

Latest from IPR (Integrated Pump Rental) is the Atlas Copco PAC SH self-priming centrifugal single-stage pump range. With a maximum head of 235 metres and a maximum flow of 2 000 m³, the range –... 


The critical role of advanced mechanical seal face technology in mining
31st October 2025

Slurry services are one of the harshest environments for rotating equipment in mining. Abrasive solids, corrosive process fluids and demanding duty cycles quickly erode seal faces and shorten mean... 


International Press Release: Electrification Could Save Europe €250 Billion Per Year
27th October 2025

Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, today launches a new research report highlighting the role electrification must play in Europe’s future. Currently the electrification rate in... 


Venetia senior GM Ntokozo Ngema pointing out impressive Venetia infrastructure to Mining Weekly’s Martin Creamer.
Venetia mine is sparkling as brightly as the diamonds it brings to surface
24th October 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The successful transition from opencast mining to underground mining is being achieved with considerable aplomb at Venetia Diamond Mine, which Mining Weekly has just visited. De Beers’ $2.3-billion... 


Aerial image of a submersible pump installed in deep borehole
Stainless-steel submersible pumps withstand tough conditions
23rd October 2025

KSB Pumps and Valves has launched a stainless-steel submersible pump range designed for deep borehole use and other demanding freshwater and saline pumping applications. The new CORAChrom pumps... 


The Renault logo
Concerned carmakers race to beat China's rare earths deadline
21st October 2025 By: Reuters

Global automakers are scouring the globe for crucial rare earths ahead of looming Chinese export controls, with executives worried they could lead to parts shortages and plant closures. Rare earth... 


First Werner Pumps Trailer in Botswana Handed Over to Gaborone Municipality
First Werner Pumps Trailer in Botswana Handed Over to Gaborone Municipality
20th October 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Werner Pumps has delivered an Earl 4-Cylinder Trailer Unit to the Gaborone Municipality Wastewater Department in Botswana, further strengthening its presence in Southern Africa.... 


AI image of a person using a cell phone to manage energy usage
Demand-side management helps consumers limit energy costs
17th October 2025

South African smart-home energy technologies company Sensor Networks has partnered with European demand-side management specialist ThermoVault to bring advanced load-shifting capabilities to geyser... 


Affordable financing and supplier vetting are key to renewable energy adoption in SA 
17th October 2025

Affordability and consumer trust are two of the biggest barriers to renewable energy adoption in South Africa. That said, retail banks can play a critical role in addressing both challenges.... 


An image of underground blasting
Innovative blasting solutions for modern mining
17th October 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Through innovative blasting solutions, mines can ensure sustainable and efficient mining, says explosives and blasting technology supplier BME underground operations regional manager Derick... 


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MetaleN
17th October 2025

Copper tubes manufacturer MetaleN endeavoured to extend its range of locally produced tubes over the past 24 months. An increased focus on value addition to its existing tubes, as well as... 


flotation cell coal application
Engineer warns era of large-scale dense media coal plants in South Africa may be over
14th October 2025 By: Darren Parker

South Africa’s era of large-scale dense media coal plants may be drawing to a close, according to DRA minerals processing consultant Mark Cresswell. Speaking at the twenty-first International Coal... 


Werner Pumps launches redesigned industrial high-pressure washer
Werner Pumps launches redesigned industrial high-pressure washer
13th October 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Werner Pumps has launched its fully redesigned range of industrial high-pressure washers, engineered for medium- to heavy-duty applications and built with a “racing-car” style... 


Grindex pump stock
South African pumps supplier official Grindex distributer in West Africa
10th October 2025 By: Tracy Klückow

To better support operations in West Africa’s rapidly expanding mining sector, Gauteng pumps supplier Integrated Pump Technology was officially appointed an authorised distributor of the Grindex... 


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