Diversified miner Rio Tinto has boosted spending with suppliers in Western Australian by A$1.5-billion to a record A$10.3-billion in 2024, as it continues to support local businesses and develop... 

Local steel supply shortages and the increased reliance on imports, owing to the, at the time of writing, anticipated shutdown of ArcelorMittal’s long-steel plants, could have a negative impact on... 

Structa Konsult is a consulting eng-ineering company specialising in the evaluation, design and certification of a range of industrial and civil structures.   Established in 2014, Structa Konsult... 

Steel production is evolving rapidly, with manufacturers continuously seeking ways to enhance efficiency, precision and sustainability. At Bauma 2025, Belgium-based steel plate manufacturer NLMK... 

What started in a small backyard garage in 1948 has grown into a global leader in innovation and industry. Founded by Andrew Mentis, what is now simply known as Mentis, has spent 75 years pushing... 

As pipe, tubes and hose manufacturer and supplier Astore Keymak celebrates its 40th anniversary in October 2025, the company reflects on a legacy of innovation, quality and service that has made it... 

South Africa is well placed to spearhead the automotive sector's expansion on the African continent, leveraging its experience and infrastructure to capitalise on opportunities presented by the... 

In line with its ethos of being ‘passionate about excellence’, automotive sector manufacturer and Motor Industry Bargaining Council member Malben Engineering announced in November that it had won... 

The project has surpassed the halfway mark. 

Toronto-listed Taseko Mines is progressing steadily with the development of its Florence copper project in Arizona, reporting that the project has surpassed the halfway mark and remains on track... 

A new bolted-tank design is gaining momentum in tailings retreatment operations, offering significant improvements in cost savings, construction time and operational efficiency. This design,... 

Steam generation solutions company Steinmüller Africa says that its boilers are well-equipped to deliver efficient waste management, energy, and cost savings for the pulp and paper, sugar,... 

This week we profile Joseph Zinyana, CEO at New Age Engineering Solutions, a structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and process consulting firm 

Mechanical and industrial engineering firm Duys Engineering Group has successfully completed two large projects on time for Dublin- and London-listed international mining concern Kenmare Resources,... 

Safety equipment supplier Dromex continues to meet end-user requirements by providing them with “complete head-to-toe” safety solutions through two new styles in its footwear range – the Dromex... 

Surface engineering company Thermaspray’s thermal spray coatings and laser cladding technologies are delivering significant benefits to the pumps industry, particularly for components subjected to... 

A major water-transfer tunnel supplying Gauteng’s water and half of Lesotho’s electricity will be closed for six months for critical planned maintenance starting on October 1. The maintenance... 

Nonprofit technical organisation the Southern African Institute of Welding (SAIW) personnel and certification manager Harold Jansen lauds the development of a Nuclear School of Excellence,... 

The general shortage of skilled labour in remote areas, and the lack of training of local welders – to a level where they pass a welder performance qualification test –  highlights the Southern... 

Welding Alloys South Africa (WASA) is a South African subsidiary of Welding Alloys. The Welding Alloys group covers more than 150 countries and territories throughout a network of over 30... 

Mining services company DGC Africa, a member of the Dickinson Group, is powering Africa’s future through innovative asset integrity and industrial solutions for the mining and metallurgy, glass,... 

Local manufacturer Grinding Techniques has been supplying premium abrasives since 1981, using only the finest raw materials, to offer the ultimate in stock removal and finishing solutions balanced... 

From its new 5 000 m2 state-of-the-art facility in Elandsfontien, Germiston, leading high-end welding and cutting products supplier ESAB South Africa is well equipped to shape the future of the... 

The Hydraulic Connection has established a reputation for supplying top-class products and services to the industrial sector The Hydraulic Connection develops, manufactures and supplies... 

Eskom has refrained from officially declaring an end to loadshedding despite having operated for more than 150 days without implementing rotational cuts; a period that coincided with the... 

Metso, leader in technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally, showcased to media and customers a 50-m-diameter... 

Weir, a global leader in innovative mining technology, has launched the all-new ENDURON® Orbital range of vibrating screens which feature an all-bolted construction for longer life. Engineered for... 

Founded in 1984, Weartech has established a highly-respected reputation as a trusted specialist supplier of welding, thermal spray and other speciality products.  Weartech offers a comprehensive... 

Laser-applied cladding technology provides robust and long-lasting coatings that enhance the performance and lifespan of critical components required for hydraulics, pneumatics and hydropower... 

Fastener specialists Bolt and Engineering Distributors (B.E.D.) Group’s Cape Town branch is making a significant impact on major projects across the Western Cape, proving that even the smallest... 

A 50 000-hour component replacement project on one of the large 7495-series Caterpillar electric rope shovels owned and operated by diamond producer Debswana for its Jwaneng mine is going to plan,... 

Empowering young people through skills development is crucial for fostering progressive and sustainable socioeconomic activity, and laying solid foundations within communities, and is an essential... 

In a press release published last month, national welding supply store franchise Unique Welding commented that the welder is widely regarded as the “premier athlete” within the realm of metal... 

Industrial automation and robotics company Comau debuted its new S-Family of “small yet powerful” robots at Automate 2024 – North America’s leading automation show. The event took place from May 6... 

Members of welding professional body the Southern African Institute of Welding (SAIW) stress the importance of high-quality welder education and training strategies to help catalyse the... 

The welder is widely regarded as the premier athlete within the realm of metal craftsmen, bearing a significant level of responsibility, as a defective welding seam could potentially lead to... 

Joint venture (JV) company Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR), which is the concession holder for the operation, management and maintenance of the Lobito Corridor spanning Zambia, Angola and the... 

Corrosion is an insidious enemy of industrial assets, silently deteriorating structures, machinery and equipment across a range of industries. Whether it is the pipelines in an oil refinery, the... 

A s one of Africa’s largest  electro mechanical contractors and facility management service providers, BUTEC aims to solidify its position as a significant player in the Southern African market... 

Power transmission and motion control products distributor BMG will be participating at the Machine Tools Africa exhibition, which will be held at the Johannesburg Expo Centre at Nasrec, from May... 

Construction continues to advance. 

ASX-listed West African Resources has made significant progress on its Kiaka gold project, in Burkina Faso, as construction continues to advance on the 219 000 oz/y operation. In particular, the...