Centre installs new HVAC system

The installation of a new heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system has begun at the Bedford Centre shopping mall, in Johannesburg, Gauteng, to meet the operational needs of a new... 

Updated rating tool facilitates more comprehensive ‘green outcomes’

The Green Star New Buildings and Major Refurbishments version 2 (Green Star New Build V2) tool, developed by non-profit Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA), incorporates updated... 

Association drives HVAC-R standards, sustainability

As urbanisation drives increased demand for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC-R) in developing countries, the industry faces the challenge of balancing growth with... 

Tyre solution gains traction in Zim mines

The growing problem of sending big volumes of waste to landfill and general waste issues associated with used tyres is intended to be addressed through tyre filling solutions provider Carlisle... 

Miner undertakes smelter, solar expansion

With the commissioning of a $360-million smelter expansion project and the first 35 MW phase of its $37-million solar PV power programme having been finalised, platinum mining company Zimplats has... 

Bladder reservoir offers portable, large capacity water storage

Across the agricultural and commercial sectors – particularly where water supply can be unreliable or interrupted – the Damsak bladder reservoir by liquid storage manufacturer Damsak Reservoirs is... 

Supplier promotes electric equipment to support ESG shift

Despite the stagnation of South Africa’s construction sector in general and its lagging behind globally, the country is expected to follow the global shift towards sustainability and environmental,... 

Onsite crushing helps tackle embodied carbon

Although the construction industry has traditionally focused on reducing operational energy use through improvements in lighting and insulation, embodied carbon has long “flown under the radar”,... 

Association encourages road-rail integration

South Africa’s over-reliance on road transport is unsustainable, particularly for long-haul, high-volume freight, says trucking industry trade association Road Freight Association (RFA) CEO Gavin... 

Infrastructure gaps hinder mineral supply chains

While initiatives to modernise Southern Africa’s mineral logistics corridors and improve cross-border cooperation are gaining traction, the pace of reform is still too slow to match the rising... 

Performance vehicles paying off for services provider

Driven by a foundational need to address the inherent complexities of bulk materials handling in the mining sector, end-to-end logistics and supply chain solutions provider Unitrans has adopted... 

On-site gas generation provides direct control

As global logistics and energy markets become more volatile, oxygen equipment supplier O2Africa offers locally manufactured, on-site gas generation systems that enable steel manufacturers to have... 

Association futureproofs artisanal careers

In direct response to President Cyril Ramaphosa’s call for future-proofed skills and increased artisan production through technical and vocational education and training (TVET) colleges, the Steel... 

Strategic partnerships strengthen steel industry

Strategic partnerships between steel fabricators and hot dip galvanizers provide invaluable opportunities to improve efficiencies and quality control, states industry trade association, Hot Dip... 

SAIW reframes welding as driver for growth

While welding is “the backbone of infrastructure”, it has remained largely invisible to the public because it has been positioned as a support function rather than a driver of growth, says industry... 

Laser welding powered by on-site nitrogen

South Africa’s first locally manufactured nitrogen generator system NitraWeld, developed by nitrogen generator supplier Nitralife, allows for a “new level of flexibility and efficiency in... 

Digital precision enhances welding efficiency

Introducing a level of digital control traditionally only seen in fully automated systems, welding technology provider Fronius’ WeldCube Navigator is being implemented by fastener specialist Bolt... 

Corrosion inhibitors boost sustainable preservation

A “comprehensive, efficient and sustainable” way to preserve valuable assets on a large scale, vapour phase corrosion inhibitors (VpCI) save time, labour and money while ensuring equipment remains... 

Reliability, innovative solutions key to entering sector

Offering reliable and innovative solutions, such as bulk materials handling contracts, to the mining sector is key for small, medium-sized and microenterprises (SMMEs) operating in the demanding... 

Programme to enhance timber competitiveness

The University of Pretoria (UP) Solid Timber Competitiveness Programme aims to develop design processes and wood products that will enhance the competitiveness of the South African timber sector,... 

Political party opposes proposed amendments

In its opposition to the draft amendments to the Private Security Regulations, proposed by regulatory body the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority last month, political party the... 

Penetration testing service grows with rising security demands

As the volume and complexity of cyberthreats continue to grow, many organisations are now adopting Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS) – a model that supports more frequent, flexible and... 

Coal developer reinforces rehabilitation of opencast mine

To reinforce its commitment to responsible opencast mining, coal explorer and miner Canyon Coal – a subsidiary of diversified mining company Menar – is implementing rigorous environmental planning,... 

Certification redefines mine planning, execution

As new investments are being made in the Nigerian mining sector and professional frameworks are put in place, nonprofit organisation the Project Management Institute’s Construction Professional... 

AI “hallucinations” increase legal obligations

As AI becomes more embedded in legal work, the ethical obligations deepen. Law firm Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH) says lawyers must understand the tools they use and stay updated on their... 

Increased demand for high-performance computing in AI

AI is evolving at an unprecedented pace, transforming industries and reshaping technological infrastructure. However, according to global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity... 

Innovation agency of Gauteng province pushes AI inclusivity

AI is set to play a crucial role in improving efficiency and turnaround times, and in addressing key challenges in sectors such as healthcare and agriculture, particularly in underserved areas.... 

Engine dealer expands generator range

As South Africa’s demand for reliable and cost-effective power solutions continues to grow, diesel engine dealer YC Diesel has identified the need for a factory-supported supplier that provides... 

Hybrid energy solutions boost power reliability

Despite reduced loadshedding, power reliability concerns in South Africa persist. Consequently, solar solutions company Blockpower seeks to address the need for reliable, sustainable power through... 

Linear motion solutions can enhance efficiency

By offering a comprehensive range of IKO Nippon Thompson’s linear guides, runner blocks and associated products, industrial equipment and services supplier BMG’s bearings division helps the paper,... 

Sector growth forecast amid newfound interest – SAOGA

Following success in oil and gas exploration in neighbouring countries and growing continental demand, regional oil and gas industry body the South African Oil & Gas Alliance (SAOGA) has noted a... 

Mixed reaction to African oil, gas opportunities – GlobalData

Investors are responding to opportunities in Africa’s oil and gas sector with optimism and caution, influenced by a variety of geopolitical and economic challenges across the continent, says data... 

Novel technology now more energy efficient

Metallurgical technology company GoldOre has made concerted efforts to optimise the energy efficiency of its MACH Reactor – an industrial-scale hydrodynamic cavitation device. The company has “. .... 

Formalisation of artisanal, small-scale sector encouraged

Despite artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) increasing significantly across Africa, spurred on by rising gold prices, much of that activity remains informal, limiting its economic... 

Gold demand breaks records in 2024

Largely driven by strong central bank buying and growing investment demand, gold demand hit a record high in 2024, reaching 4 974 t , highlights gold market authority World Gold Council (WGC)... 

Database developed to bolster transparency

For too long, gaps in supply chain visibility owing to porous regulatory scrutiny have made the gold market vulnerable to illicit trade and reputational risks, thereby making it prudent for... 

Industry revitalisation requires political will

While the South African defence industry grew significantly in the late twentieth century, it has been in decline ever since, owing to budget cuts as well as diminished support from the South... 

Uncrewed surface vehicles transform maritime security, defence

Uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs) are redefining defence and security by enhancing efficiency and reducing risks in maritime operations, says marine automation company Zero USV. By removing the... 

VSD workshop boosts support, expertise in Western Cape

Given the criticality of variable-speed drives (VSD) in systems, it is non-negotiable that there are aftersales services, backup support, warranty centres and repair services. This led to the... 

Manufacturer expands slurry pump range for extreme applications

Focusing on high-density slurry applications that require superior abrasion- and corrosion-resistant materials, original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Goodwin Submersible Pumps Africa has expanded...