New series of log stackers launched

Materials handling equipment supplier BLT South Africa (SA) earlier this year launched its updated TXLS series of log stackers onto the South African market, with the new Taylor series designed to... 

Modular solution meets customer requirements

South Africa’s automotive industry has a specific need for robust and heavy-duty linear overhead materials-handling solutions, which has seen specialist crane and related components manufacturer... 

Industry body emphasises the benefits of effective water storage

Local authorities need to realise that even small concrete water reservoirs, if strategically placed, can play a vital role in sustaining struggling rural communities, avers cement and concrete... 

Africa should prioritise quality food production

Agriculture remains the key sector in Africa for food security, employment and growth with agriculture-led growth having the largest impact on reducing the depth and breadth of poverty. Ensuring... 

Commercial bank speculates about the future of agriculture

While the future of the agriculture sector is often debated at farmers’ conventions, during general council meetings, in the media and in the political arena, it is now becoming a pertinent topic... 

Welding specialist opens Bloemfontein branch

In response to a growing demand in the Free State, Northern Cape and Lesotho for quality, affordable industrial equipment to rent or buy, Southern Africa welding and construction-related equipment... 

Relaunch of pesticide system aimed to support agriculture sector

Asset management solutions provider QCIC relaunched its Qic-Sur telemetry pesticide system earlier this year, which enables remote control monitoring of pesticides for the fruit, vegetable and wine... 

Improved connectivity for management solution benefits agribusiness

Farmers can share crop information and continuously monitor and fine-tune their production process throughout the growing season using the information provided by connected devices, such as... 

Amendments to PBR Act imminent

Following Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister Senzeni Zokwana’s January announcement that he intended to introduce the Plant Breeders’ Rights (PBR) Bill in the National Assembly, public... 

Platinum mine to complete shaft sinking in October

Wesizwe Platinum’s Bakubung mine, in the North West, remains on track to complete shaft sinking in October, after which commissioning will start. The main shaft is currently 25 m away from bottom... 

Platinum projects well under way

Platinum group metals (PGMs) producer Sylvania Platinum’s project portfolio includes four hotspots on the northern limb of the Bushveld Igneous Complex that have been identified as prospective... 

Auto product range expands to meet local market demands

Champion’s new wiper blades were launched globally this year and are specific to vehicle applications. Champion has been persistent in developing this product and hopes to be the first company to... 

Survey reveals latest auto trends, innovations

The automotive sector is feeling the pressure from the strict regulatory standards being enforced globally, as well as increasingly tech-savvy consumers who not only expect, but demand, new and... 

Company introduces new fuel management system

Asset management solutions provider QCIC delivered and released its QIC-Fuel solution in February and is optimistic that it will have at least ten companies on its system before December. The fuel... 

New pipes manufacturing facility to be completed by year-end

Sasolburg-based pipes manufacturer Africa Pipe Industries (API), which supplies helical welded pipes used in the water and oil and gas industries, has started the construction phase of a new... 

New coating solution a first in South Africa

Local thermal spray coating and plasma transferred arc (PTA) cladding services provider Thermaspray is the first company in South Africa to introduce an array of coatings from US-based corrosion,... 

New premises for industry body training institute

Nonprofit paint industry body the South African Paint Manufacturing Association (Sapma) plans to start erecting new premises for its training arm, the South African Paint Industry Training... 

Coating process provides significant wear and corrosion protection

Performance tooling manufacturer and coating specialist TD Coating Centre included the surface-hardening process of boriding into its service offering this year, enabling the company to treat... 

Cool coatings project designed to limit buildings’ energy use

The South African National Energy Development Institute (Sanedi) has established the South African Cool Surfaces Association (Sacsa), administered by the Association of Architectural Aluminium... 

New polycarbamide technology introduced onto local market

Industrial and specialty gas products and chemicals supplier Air Products South Africa (SA) has recently introduced its new polycarbamide technology, designed for flooring applications, which... 

Atmospheric water provides bottled water alternative

Sustainable drinking water solutions provider Cirrus Water Management (CWM) installs atmospheric water generators as a healthier alternative to bottled water, which is also more cost effective and... 

New tag platform added to product range

Technology company Pitney Bowes SA released the latest version of the CMC CartonWrap ‘Dynamic box on demand’ solution in South Africa this year. CMC CartonWrap is an automatic carton packaging... 

New customised packaging system launched

Technology company Pitney Bowes SA released the latest version of the CMC CartonWrap ‘Dynamic box on demand’ solution in South Africa this year. CMC CartonWrap is an automatic carton packaging... 

Radical attitude shift required for gold sector growth – consultancy

The biggest potential for gold-industry growth lies in mining companies, government and unions undergoing a “radical” attitude shift, says consulting engineers and scientists SRK Consulting.... 

Gold still main exploration commodity

Gold remains the main commodity of interest for the exploration industry, accounting for 43% of exploration budgets in 2014, says mining and environmental consulting services company The MSA Group... 

Company opens new condition-monitoring laboratory in the DRC

Condition-monitoring specialist WearCheck will open its newest laboratory at the new Kibali gold mine, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), in August. Construction of the laboratory, which... 

Global supply and demand trends impact on local gold sector

The gold sector is the third-largest contributor to the mining industry’s contibution to South Africa’s gross domestic product, notes professional services company KPMG, adding that gold remains... 

Explosives manufacturer follows holistic approach

Commercial explosives manufacturer and supplier AEL Mining Services continues to develop its portable charging units, having launched new  units for shaft sinking at two sinking shafts in Africa in... 

Acquisition and merger create job opportunities, improve customer service

The acquisition of pump manufacturer SPP Pumps and pumps spares supplier Braybar Pumps by fluid management solutions company Kirloskar Brothers International (KBI) has created the potential for... 

Manufacturer to install new pumping solution at Chile mine

Locomotives manufacturer General Electric (GE) Mining is set to provide new pumpstation solutions for a mine in Chile. The new GE pumpstation solution uses a combination of existing GE products... 

Pumps service and support centre continues to grow

Pump manager and supplier AESPUMP is establishing itself as a one-stop service and support centre for rotating equipment such as pumps, compressors and mixers. The company is continuously training... 

New diesel-driven pumps introduced to South African market

Swedish industrial tools and equipment manufacturer Atlas Copco introduced its new range of portable diesel-engine-driven pumps, PAS, to the South African market in March this year. The PAS range,... 

Company restores pumps at platinum mine

Heavy-duty pump solutions manufacturer and supplier Pump and Abrasion Technologies in March restored 37 pumps at a South African platinum mine to original-equipment manufacturer specifications in... 

New dredge units launched

Pump rental company  Integrated Pump Rental introduced the SlurrySucker dredge unit into its rental fleet at the end of last month. This pumping solution which makes it easier to remove silt and... 

Peaked interest in new slurry pumps range

Interest in slurry equipment solution provider Weir Minerals’ Warman slurry pumps has peaked over the past 12 months, with sales of these pumps having increased over the past 12 months. Launched in... 

Diamond producer aiming to establish new Botswana mine

Diamond exploration and project development company Botswana Diamonds is aiming to establish a new diamond mine in Botswana, executive chairperson John Teeling tells Mining Weekly. The company... 

Diamond partnership to develop cutting, shaping technology

Diamond major De Beers announced last month that it had acquired a 33.4% equity stake in Swiss-based patent protected laser micro jet (LMJ) technology owner and supplier Synova SA. De Beers will... 

Cullinan, Finsch MCC contracts drawing to a close

Switchgear solutions designer and manufacturer JB Switchgear Solutions’ contract for the design, manufacture and supply of motor control centres (MCCs) to diamond mining group Petra Diamonds’... 

Tongo mining licence application under way

West Africa-focused diamond development company Stellar Diamonds has started the application process to obtain a mining licence for its 100%-owned 1.45-million carat Tongo Dyke-1 kimberlite project... 

Diamond mines pave way for company’s sustainable growth

UK-based global diamond mining business Gem Diamonds continued throughout last year to focus on enhancing operational efficiencies and investing in innovative technologies at its Letšeng and...