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ALL-SEEING EYE
Not one stone falls without RockSpot seeing it first
New radar allows for real-time rockfall tracking
2nd August 2019 By: Darren Parker

The new RockSpot radar of Italian manufacturer IDS GeoRadar, a subsidiary of sensor and software group Hexagon, can locate, track and signal alerts on the slightest rockfalls and slope failures as... 


KELLY LU
Using existing sensors and including new data feeds over time will create historical data and drive descriptive analytics
Role of data in establishing, supporting smart cities emphasised
2nd August 2019 By: Schalk Burger

Cities should focus on ensuring that their data is usable as a key first step in establishing and supporting smart city systems, says analytics multinational SAS advanced analytics and artificial... 


Profitable Green Mining Is A Reality With Tomra’s Advanced Sorting Technologies
Profitable Green Mining Is A Reality With Tomra’s Advanced Sorting Technologies
30th July 2019

TOMRA’s advanced sensor-based sorting technologies offer mining operations the dual benefits of energy efficiency and the ability to recover valuable ore even from sub-economic deposits or dumps.... 


Robust cybersecurity a fundamental pillar of IIoT
30th July 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Cyber-security has been placed firmly under the spotlight as South Africa prepares for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, or “Industry 4.0”. “This Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) will comprise... 


SENSOR SAFE Pratley’s Gasket Maker is a room-temperature-vulcanising silicone that does not contain acetic acid, which attacks the brass and copper components in vehicle sensors
Adhesive in demand
26th July 2019 By: Tracy Hancock

The demand for adhesives manufacturer Pratley’s new flange sealant and gasket maker has been so positive that the company had to “dramatically revise” its stock levels since its launch in February... 


Effective fire suppression system proves its worth
26th July 2019

Global engineering company Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology’s Eclipse Fire Suppression Systems are contributing to an enviable fire safety record at the Ambatovy nickel mine in Madagascar, one of... 


SOUTHERN AFRICAN HOPES Spectrem Air expects remote sensing, in terms of geophysics, to play a critical role in the exploration of Southern Africa in the next ten years
Expected demand brings airborne survey system back to Africa
12th July 2019 By: Tracy Hancock

There are many mining and exploration opportunities in Southern Africa, with exploration work growing as more mining companies are focusing on the region, says South African airborne geophysics... 


HIGH TECH LEAPS
US steel producer Big River Steel is the first learning steel plant in the world
Creating innovative digitalisation solutions
5th July 2019

The steel industry faces its own set of challenges and metallurgical plant supplier SMS group MD Pieter Bezuidenhout says digitalisation is vital in navigating these challenges. 


Company to continue distribution of smart air quality monitoring system
5th July 2019 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Environmental monitoring company SI Analytics continues being the regional distributor of the AQMesh pod system – a small sensor-based unit for air quality monitoring. 


Stabila laser distance measurers draw the line in underground mining
13th June 2019

From shaft foremen to surveyors and environmental personnel, Stabila measuring equipment, distributed locally by leading supplier Upat, is finding increasing application in the mining industry.... 


Exterior view of Exxaro’s new corporate headquarters in Centurion
Growthpoint completes Exxaro’s new corporate headquarters in Centurion
6th June 2019 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Growthpoint Properties has completed its R600-million development of Exxaro’s new head office, opposite the Centurion Gautrain Station. The building integrates P-grade aesthetics and finishes and... 


Effective fire suppression system proves its worth
6th June 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Sandvik ECLIPSE™ Fire Suppression Systems are contributing to an enviable fire safety record at the Ambatovy Nickel Mine in Madagascar, one of the biggest nickel mines in the world. With several... 


WINDING ME UP The wind turbine’s gearbox and oil efficacy can be monitored by sensors
Oil monitoring technology prolongs gearbox life
31st May 2019

Advanced monitoring technology company Atten2 presented its OilHealth and OilWear on-line optical sensors at the Wind O&M EU 2019 trade fair, held in February in Munich, Germany. Atten2 produces... 


MATERIAL MATTERS It is vital to have models that predict potential problems as well as maintenance requirements
Smart digitalisation an urgent problem
31st May 2019 By: Tracy Hancock

Smart technology-enabled digitalisation poses a significant challenge for South Africa’s materials handling and logistics companies who fail to adapt, especially in a market where the country’s big... 


Data management as a service could be solution for mining digital revolution
31st May 2019 By: Natasha Odendaal

With the incorporation of the Internet of Things, as well as various geoscientific data sources, the potential of data management as a service (DMaaS) for the mining industry is “massive”, says DMP... 


Tomra XRT Technology At Lucara Recovers 1,758 Carat Diamond
Tomra XRT Technology At Lucara Recovers 1,758 Carat Diamond
28th May 2019

TOMRA Sorting Mining is pleased to announce one of the largest diamonds in recorded history, an unbroken 1,758 carat stone, was recovered by TOMRA XRT sensor technology commissioned by Lucara... 


WAITING TO EXHALE The sensor which will be applied to an inhaler will be app enabled to allow for accurate data collection
Partnership introduces digital tracking device
24th May 2019

Pharmaceuticals manufacturer Orion Corporation and digital therapeutics company Propeller Health announced a partnership to connect the Easyhaler line of inhalers for asthma and chronic obstructive... 


Abacus Automation brings Laumas weighing solutions to Africa
Abacus Automation brings Laumas weighing solutions to Africa
24th May 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

“This is Africa” is an often-heard phrase in South African industry conversations. Abacus Automation asks the question: “What convinces Africans that our continent is so special and what defines... 


SAFETY FIRST
The new safety valve has a patented fail-safe design and is suitable for use in applications up to Category 4 performance level
New valves rapidly exhaust compressed air
17th May 2019

Global leader in motion and control technologies Parker Hannifin has introduced a new safety exhaust valve (P33) that rapidly exhausts compressed air in the event of a fault condition or when a... 


DUAL HEAD
The Flir Saros camera was introduced to the international market in November last year
Visual security can curb illegal mining
17th May 2019 By: Jessica Oosthuizen

The right visual security components can assist in securing mining properties to prevent illegal miners from gaining entry, says video surveillance specialist Graphic Image Technologies (GIT)... 


Article: Data Management as a Service – a solution for the mining digital revolution
16th May 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Mining has always been an intensive industry, from the perspective of resources, time, labour and people safety. The ability to analyse and derive intelligence from vast amounts of data generated... 


TANDEM LIFT
Two 2.9 t cranes and a 6 t crane in a tandem lift move an imported fish tank
Rising demand for versatile mini cranes
10th May 2019 By: Schalk Burger

There is growing demand for the versatile and compact Unic Spider Mini Cranes in South Africa’s construction and mining sectors, says local distributor B & B Group CEO Bob Fogg. The cranes range... 


GKM Consultants and SENSEMETRICS are proud to announce their Distribution Partnership.
12th April 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Contributors for several years in geotechnical monitoring, the two organizations have come together, driven by complementary services and similar values. The partnership between GKM Consultants and... 


NOT FILLING TO THE BRIM 
Process and storage vessels have limit switches to prevent a tank or vessel from overfilling
Company limit switches ideal for various applications
12th April 2019

With process and storage vessels incorporating limit switches to prevent overfilling of a tank or vessel or dry running of a pump, electronics manufacturer Anderson-Negele’s NCS series is ideally... 


Aury poised for expansion drive in African mining industry
Aury poised for expansion drive in African mining industry
11th April 2019

The African mining and mineral resources sector is one of the most important international markets for Aury Africa, which plans a concerted expansion drive on the continent once it is firmly... 


I’M A FAN
The newly launched secondary mine ventilation fan cuts costs of underground operations
Secondary mine ventilation system cutting costs
5th April 2019

Australian base water evaporator and ventilation solution provider Minetek has made available its patented secondary mine ventilation system, based on a high output axial fan system. The new... 


GAME OF DRONES
Initially used during wars and for defense purposes drones are now being used in mining and industrial applications
SA mines can now use drone technology for underground mapping
5th April 2019 By: Halima Frost

South African systems integrator Ramjack Technology Solutions has formed an alliance with Swedish aerial robotics company Inkonova to supply underground unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs, or drones)... 


Schauenburg launches Artificial Intelligence Camera for Mine Safety
Schauenburg launches Artificial Intelligence Camera for Mine Safety
4th April 2019

Schauenburg Systems, a South African Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for mine/industry safety and productivity solutions, together with dotNetix, an Artificial Intelligence (AI) product... 


XIAOMING YUAN
While the group is currently focusing on South Africa, it has plans to expand to other African countries once it has established a firm base locally
Chinese OEM reaffirms commitment to Africa
29th March 2019 By: Nadine James

Chinese original equipment manufacturer Dadi Engineering Development Group (DEDG), 49% owner of vibrating equipment solutions provider Aury Africa, demonstrated its commitment to the African market... 


Komatsu releases first mining dozer with intelligent Machine Control
27th March 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Komatsu has released the D375Ai-8 “intelligent” dozer, the company’s first mining dozer incorporating its fully integrated intelligent Machine Control system, which delivers proven productivity,... 


REMA TIP TOP presents integrated industry solutions developed in Germany
26th March 2019

Innovative exhibition stand | 320 m2 in-house exhibition | Live demonstration: REMA PERFORMANCE RMS | Factory tours | Comprehensive service solutions along the entire value chain of the raw... 


Quality inspection results in significant time and money savings
15th March 2019

With quality inspection being critical in all manufacturing and packaging lines, especially in the food and beverage sector, industrial automation solutions provider Omron vison product manager... 


SHOW AND TELL
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to display new products and technologies at this year’s expo
Free-to-attend seminars headlining at packaging event
1st March 2019 By: Halima Frost

The triennial packaging, food processing, plastics, printing and labelling exhibition Propak Africa will host free-to-attend seminars, presented by more than 20 reputed speakers in industry, for... 


Chinese OEM supports Aury Africa with second major visit
Chinese OEM supports Aury Africa with second major visit
15th February 2019

The parent company of Aury Africa, Dadi Engineering Development Group (DDEDG), holds the African market in such high regard that senior management will pay a second visit to South Africa from 13 to... 


Airbus launches new space-based service for precision agriculture
15th February 2019 By: Rebecca Campbell

Airbus Defence and Space (Airbus DS), one of the companies of the Europe-based aerospace group Airbus, has launched a new service to support precision agriculture around the world. Precision... 


 Dassault Systèmes Geovia Brand CEO Raoul Jacquand (right) interviewed by Mining Weekly Online's Martin Creamer
Innovate and generate cash at same time – Dassault Systèmes Geovia
5th December 2018 By: Martin Creamer

The objectives of innovating and generating cash are not mutually incompatible and can be achieved at multiple levels simultaneously, says Dassault Systèmes Geovia Brand CEO Raoul Jacquand, who was... 


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... 


Digital disruption to bring core engineering skills to fore
Digital disruption to bring core engineering skills to fore
30th November 2018 By: Schalk Burger

Far from posing a threat to engineering as a profession, local engineering experts believe that the digital transformation of industries and of society is amplifying the importance of the core... 


Solar Street Lighting Solution for Mine Intersections
29th November 2018 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Four intersections leading to Black Rock Mine in the Northern Cape have been equipped with BEKA Schréder’s Solar lighting solution, in order to provide a safer environment for pedestrians and... 


acQuire releases GIM Suite 4 for smarter, streamlined geoscience data in the mining industry
20th November 2018 By: Creamer Media Reporter

PERTH, Western Australia (20 November 2018) – acQuire, a global specialist in geoscience data management software solutions, has announced the latest release of its leading technology package for... 


Connectivity seen as key to leveraging digital spinoffs in farming
16th November 2018 By: Natasha Odendaal

Disruptive technologies will impact Africa the most, with innovation greatly transforming the continent’s economic potential and delivering the greatest amount of change – and industry can assist... 


RCT excels at IMARC 2018
13th November 2018 By: Creamer Media Reporter

RCT’s Control and Automation systems and products attracted strong interest from delegates at the 2018 International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) in Melbourne recently. The three-day... 


Business value often missing in drive towards IoT adoption in SA
20th April 2018 By: Schalk Burger

Businesses should start implementing technology solutions with business outcomes in mind. Better alignment between the business value and the implementation of Internet of Things (IoT) systems and... 


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