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Two gents shaking hands in front of a fleet of Bobcat lithium-ion (Li-ion) forklifts
Forklift supplier helps client cut emissions
1st November 2024

Forklift and materials handling equipment supplier Goscor Lift Trucks (GLT) completed the supply of a fleet of 44 Bobcat lithium-ion (Li-ion) forklifts to global logistics company Access World for... 


A ninth-generation Tornado vertical lifting module with computer access panel
VLM first of its kind in S Africa
1st November 2024 By: Halima Frost

Warehouse storage solutions provider Logistics Systems Engineering (LSE) has successfully designed and installed what it says is South Africa’s first ninth-generation Tornado vertical lifting... 


The new Seabourne Logistics comprehensive logistics facility in Kempton Park, Johannesburg
New storage, logistics facility exceeding expectations
1st November 2024 By: Halima Frost

The new premises of independent logistics service provider Seabourne Logistics, which was meant to be a 11 000-pallet capacity contemporary office and warehouse complex, is now a comprehensive... 


Construction mafia remains a major problem, warns MBA North
Construction mafia remains a major problem, warns MBA North
31st October 2024 By: Irma Venter

The problem posed by the construction mafia on the ground remains a major stumbling block in the recovery of the construction industry, and especially its ability to create more jobs, says Master... 


PPC Slurry plant
PPC expecting significantly higher interim earnings per share
28th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Cement producer PPC has notified shareholders that its earnings per share (EPS) and headline earnings per share (HEPS) are expected to be significantly higher for the six months ended September 30... 


Afrimat group CEO Andries van Heerden
Afrimat posts 45.4% drop in operating profit after ‘extremely stressful’ first half
24th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Although mid-tier mining and materials company Afrimat recorded a year-on-year revenue increase of 44.3%, from R2.8-billion to R4.1-billion for the six months ended August 31, its operating profit... 


Afrimat Construction Index bounces back in second quarter
4th October 2024 By: Irma Venter

The Afrimat Construction Index (ACI) has managed to bounce back in the second quarter of this year. The ACI is a composite index of the level of activity within the building and construction... 


One of PPC's South African manufacturing plants
PPC reports continued decline in revenue from March to July
30th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

JSE-listed cement company PPC has reported a 2.1% decline in revenue for the four months ended July 31, compared with the same period last year. The decline follows PPC’s recent efforts to... 


We all feel a lot better about South Africa, says construction group WBHO boss
27th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon (WBHO) is currently in “a good space”, says CEO Wolfgang Neff. “We all feel a whole lot better about South Africa.” 


Image of a Caterpillar dump truck
Barloworld probes possible Russian export control violations
16th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

Barloworld says it has submitted a notification of “voluntary self-disclosure” to the US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) on September 5 regarding “potential export... 


ClearVue building render
Transparent solar glass for generating power from building facades launched in South Africa
13th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

Through a collaboration between Australian glass solar technology developer ClearVue and local technology distributor Concept Business Solutions, a novel transparent glass solar panel technology... 


Afrimat Construction Index bounces back in second quarter
Afrimat Construction Index bounces back in second quarter
12th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

The Afrimat Construction Index (ACI) has managed to bounce back in the second quarter of this year. The ACI is a composite index of the level of activity within the building and construction... 


Wolfgang Neff
We all feel a lot better about South Africa, says WBHO boss
11th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon (WBHO) is currently in “a good space”, says CEO Wolfgang Neff. “We all feel a whole lot better about South Africa.” 


Macpherson signs two declarations of intent with Chinese groups
6th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson concluded his visit to China this week by signing two declarations of intent with the China Communications Construction Company (CCCC), as... 


A large forklift loading large aluminium rolls to a plant
New plant to increase manufacturer’s recycling capacities
30th August 2024

UK-based aluminium extrusion specialist Exlabesa announced that it would expand its aluminium recycling capacities by implementing an additional continuous homogenising plant from special aluminium... 


Two women in PPE and blue overalls working on a processing machine
Headway made on fire-combating tech, new facility
30th August 2024

Ultra-high purity alumina (HPA) and related aluminium materials manufacturer Alpha HPA is making significant headway with its breakthrough technology to combat rising lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery... 


A group of aluminium tin cans one with a green recycle logo on it
South Africa’s scrap recycling lags behind global trends
30th August 2024 By: Halima Frost

It is undeniable that aluminium is one of the most recyclable materials in circulation globally, with about 75% of the total 1.5-billion metric tonnes of aluminium generated to date still in use,... 


Metso and Betterect showcase 50-m-diameter thickener
Metso and Betterect showcase 50-m-diameter thickener
28th August 2024

Mining equipment manufacturer Metso and steel fabricator Betterect showcased the 50-m-diameter high-rate thickener they made for a mining client at Betterect's premises.  


Hitachi's Zaxis 7G excavator
Hitachi introduces new-gen excavator, backhoe loader to Southern Africa
26th August 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Japanese multinational Hitachi’s African business, Hitachi Construction Machinery Africa (HCAF), is making available to the Southern African market the Zaxis 7G Series excavator and the BX100... 


PPC and Sturdee Energy management teams sign PPA
PPC signs agreement for solar energy at its Slurry, Dwaalboom plants
12th August 2024 By: Darren Parker

Cement manufacturer PPC has partnered with renewable-energy project developer Sturdee Energy for the construction and management of two 10 MW solar plants to provide supplemental power for PPC’s... 


The SK6000 land crane being developed by Mammoet in Netherlands make out of structural steel and painted Red
Sizeable land crane being launched in Netherlands
2nd August 2024 By: Halima Frost

The behemoth SK6000 land crane being manufactured by heavy lifting and transport specialists Mammoet at its Westdorpe facility in the Netherlands will be launched later this month. The company says... 


Barloworld Equipment and CAT flags at the Katherine Street Barloworld Equipment Head Office
Embrace tech but retain focus
2nd August 2024

Given the wave of technology and process innovation currently sweeping the construction industry, it is important to stay focused on the goal of all innovation, says original-equipment manufacturer... 


A  JCB 3CX backhoe loader on a construction site pouring sand from its bucket
New loaders arrive in S Africa
2nd August 2024 By: Halima Frost

South African earthmoving equipment manufacturer and supplier Bell Equipment has successfully taken delivery of 55 new backhoe loaders, imported from multinational JC Bamford (JCB), in India, this... 


PPC receives Comesa approval for disposal of Cimerwa to National Cement
25th July 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Cement producer PPC  has received approval from the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (Comesa) for the disposal of its 51% interest in Rwandan cement producer Cimerwa to National Cement... 


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Cape Town’s Atlantis SEZ aiming to become green-industry heartland
19th July 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

This month, July, will see the Greentech-focused Atlantis Special Economic Zone (ASEZ) mark two milestones, namely the breaking of ground for the first new factory to be built there, and the start... 


A gloved hand holding a securing washer made by Nord-Lock
CE marked washer range offered by distributor
12th July 2024

The Swedish wedge-locking solutions manufacturer Nord-Lock range of securing washers, distributed and supported by industrial equipment supplier BMG, is reportedly the only brand on the market that... 


A building with metal beams bolted to the cement holding a platform up
New concrete fastener meets high-load demand
12th July 2024

Global fastener solutions manufacturer fischer India announced the launch of its pre-positioned undercut anchor, or FSU, which is a “ground-breaking addition” to fischer's line-up designed to meet... 


An Ejot EJOFAST JF3-2-6.0, a 6 mm self-drilling screw designed for solar installations on a solar panel
Fastener provider expands portfolio
12th July 2024

Solar system fastening solutions provider Ejot has announced the launch of its EJOFAST JF3-2-6.0, a 6 mm self-drilling screw that expands on Ejot’s already vast portfolio of fasteners for solar... 


A generic image of large steel components
Strong relationships underpin success
5th July 2024

Structural steel fabrication company Cousins Steel International (CSI) asserts that succession planning and robust synergies are the catalysts that have led to its enduring success. The company,... 


A generic image of galvanised steel sheeting
Bottlenecks affecting company’s operations
5th July 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Local supply chain and logistics bottlenecks have significantly impacted on steel trading and distribution company Tradecore Steel’s manufacturing operations. These bottlenecks can be attributed to... 


An image of Charles Dedham
Onus on sector to optimise steel capacity – SAISI
5th July 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Amid the mounting challenges of slow economic growth and increased steel imports, steel representative organisation the South African Iron and Steel Institute (SAISI) emphasises the need to address... 


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Consistent pipeline all that is needed to resuscitate SA construction
5th July 2024 By: Schalk Burger

A consistent and predictable pipeline of construction and infrastructure development projects, which must be underpinned by political support and leadership, is all that is necessary to accelerate... 


An image of the Morris Material Handling staff personnel
Company awarded tender for 100-t crane
5th July 2024

Steel manufacturing corporation ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) has awarded a tender for a 100-t engineered crane to Southern Africa’s largest crane company Morris Material Handling. Morris... 


An image of a steel structure
Steel key to circular economy
5th July 2024

Not-for-profit trade organisation, the Hot Dip Galvanizers Association of South Africa (HDGASA) implores its members to embrace the important role that steel can play in promoting a circular... 


Brikor plans to delist from the JSE
4th July 2024 By: Schalk Burger

The board of directors of building materials manufacturer and supplier Brikor has advised shareholders that it is considering proposing an arrangement to repurchase the shares held by the remaining... 


PPC CEO Matias Cardarelli
PPC reports a 20.6% boost in revenue thanks to Zimbabwe business
24th June 2024 By: Darren Parker

Cement company PPC has reported a 20.6% year-on-year increase in revenue to about R10-billion for the financial year ended March 31, compared with the R8.3-billion in revenue reported for the prior... 


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