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New probe developed
12th August 2022

Japanese multinational electrical engineering and software company Yokogawa Electric Corporation has developed an explosion-proof version of its TDLS8200 probe type tunable diode laser... 


Hulamin appoints interim CEO as Richard Jacob announces retirement
4th August 2022 By: Donna Slater

JSE-listed aluminium semi-fabricator Hulamin reports that CEO Richard Jacob will retire on September 30, having served the company for 32 years and leading as CEO for the past 12 years. Hulamin’s... 


A new white VW Polo being driven through a scenic area
Volkswagen tops used-car sales survey
29th July 2022

According to a report carried out over six months by used car sales and buying service WeBuyCars, German motor vehicle manufacturer Volkswagen ranked as South Africa’s most sought-after used car... 


A vehicle in the manufacturing process hoisted up on a lift with a worker stood under the chassis
Q1 recovery exceeds expectations – industry body
29th July 2022

The National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa | The  Automotive Business Council (Naamsa) states in its ‘Quarterly review of business conditions: new motor vehicle... 


NUM becomes part of metal industry and engineering bargaining council
21st July 2022 By: Schalk Burger

The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) has become a member of the Metal Industry and Engineering Bargaining Council (MEIBC) after completing a membership verification process. The union extended... 


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Pivot joints can strengthen machines
15th July 2022

Industrial equipment supplier BMG’s Nord-Lock range of bolting solutions includes Expander Pivot Pin components that comprise advanced pivot pin technology to offer dependable solutions that combat... 


An image of somebody drilling a fastener into concrete using a Hilti power tool
Company guides application of design code
15th July 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

The implementation of SANS 51992-4 code, taking effect March 2021, ensures the safe design of fastenings for use in concrete. The adoption of this code is necessary to ensure safety and... 


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Local industry faces challenges
15th July 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

The South African fasteners manufacturing industry is facing challenges, such as raw materials, distribution and utilities difficulties, says fastening technology specialist provider Swagefast... 


A group of compressors from the ELGi AB oil free range all stood together on display
Compressors delivered to cement factory
15th July 2022 By: Halima Frost

Compressed air solutions provider Integrated Air Solutions (IAS) has successfully delivered and commissioned two compressors, from air-compressor manufacturer ELGi, to one of South Africa’s largest... 


A specialist rotary (SR) series of 220 V ultra-compact, variable speed drive , tank-mounted screw compressors standing alone on display
Supplier receives stock for distribution
15th July 2022 By: Halima Frost

Local compressed-air solutions distributor Tru Compressor Solutions is geared to supply manufacturer Detroit Air’s new specialist rotary (SR) series of 220 V ultra-compact, variable speed drive... 


Two large  air dryers from the Sahara range of compressed stood along side one another air dryers is being used for clean instrument air at a cement plant
Compressor range well received by market
15th July 2022 By: Halima Frost

Compressed-air equipment manufacturer Artic Driers’ newly released Sahara range, comprising low dewpoint compressed-air dryers, has been well received by clients in various sectors, Artic Driers... 


Sustainability efforts set to affect steel industry
8th July 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

The steel industry has been fraught with challenges, ranging from Covid-19-related impacts to supply chain issues, but the move towards more sustainable practices will also result in many changes... 


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Positive outlook despite new challenges
8th July 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

The steel industry is emerging from the challenging period caused by global commodity issues in 2016, followed by Covid-19-related disruptions, and now the Ukraine war. South African Institute of... 


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Cesa challenges Sanral’s decision to cancel tender
1st July 2022

Industry body Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) is challenging the decision by the South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) board to cancel critical infrastructure tenders worth... 


A reel of stainless steel braided hose which is impervious to fire chemicals and pressure
Manufacturer now offers new stainless steel braided hose
1st July 2022

Earlier this year, industrial hose specialist Truco announced it had started manufacturing stainless steel braided hose at its Chamdor campus in Johannesburg, Gauteng. Initial capabilities are for... 


A bunch of blue plastic pipes which have a light shining thorug them form back to front
Association stresses quality control is imperative
1st July 2022

As part of its continuous education process, Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association (Sappma) continues to enlighten design engineers, contractors and all users of plastic pipe of... 


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MEIBC parties vote to extend 2021 wage deal to non-parties
30th June 2022 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Parties to the Metals and Engineering Industries Bargaining Council (MEIBC) have voted to extend the three-year agreement reached in the metals and engineering sector in October 2021 to... 


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South Africa imported record volumes of steel in 2021, new report shows
29th June 2022 By: Terence Creamer

At close to 1.7-million tonnes, South Africa imported record volumes of primary steel in 2021, constituting about one-third of all steel used in the country, a new Steel Report published by the... 


A man in a ditch welding a water pipe out in the open, which would be inaccessible to a robotic welder
Industry body assures job security for welders
24th June 2022 By: Halima Frost

Despite a marked increase in the uptake of robotic welding systems, owing to Covid-19 and the fast-tracking of automation, artisanal welding will never be completely replaced, says Southern African... 


A Jasic branded welding machine with a Jasic welding mask being used by a BMG welder with sparks flying
Pipe welding work completed
24th June 2022

A successful example of technical solutions provider BMG Fluid Power team’s ability to carry out on-site welding during the installation and replacement of piping, plate work, stainless steel and... 


A brand-new front desk with metal lettering in blue and grey that say Aquajet, which was cut using an Omax waterjet cutter
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New waterjet machine bought
24th June 2022 By: Halima Frost

To meet growing demand for specialised cutting services, waterjet cutting specialist Aquajet has procured a new precision waterjet machine from jet machining manufacturer Omax to complement its... 


A new blue welding machine offered by Miller Electric
New premises, machine cater to growing demand
24th June 2022

In May, global arc welding equipment manufacturer Miller Electric released its new Millermatic 355 metal inert gas (MIG) welder, an easy-to-use machine designed for fabricators and manufacturers... 


A welder at Hydra Arc's Middleburg premises is seen welding a large drum which will be used in the sugar industry
Testing phase of steam drum finalised
24th June 2022 By: Halima Frost

Earlier this month, steel fabricator and welding specialist Hydra-Arc finished the post weld heat treatment (PWHT) and pressure test of the third of four drums on an order for a client in the sugar... 


An aerial view of the X-Roll heavy gauge coil joining laser welder offered by SMS group and which will now be manufactured and supplied by Taylor-Winfield Technologies
Alliance formed for global supply of laser welder
24th June 2022

Last month, metallurgical industry supplier SMS group and material joining equipment manufacturer Taylor-Winfield Technologies joined together in a global strategic alliance for the supply, support... 


A small cutting disk on an angle grinding a piece of steel with sparks flying to the side
Compact grinding and polishing system launched
24th June 2022

Having realised that consumers want smaller packaging units and functional sets containing components that are designed to work in harmony with one another, cutting and grinding solutions... 


Aveng in advanced negotiations to dispose of Trident Steel
13th June 2022 By: Donna Slater

Infrastructure and contract mining group Aveng is in advanced-stage negotiations with a credible buyer for its Trident Steel business – a division of Aveng Africa – as a going concern. The... 


An image of a brazed plate heat exchanger
Company adds new product to its boiler offering
10th June 2022

Industrial process technologies supplier Alfa Laval has launched its new Alfa Laval AC65 brazed plate heat exchanger at its first online net-zero launch event, where it showcased new, cutting-edge... 


A cross section of a metal pipe with two angles that was coated internally using a new technique offered by coatings company Corrocoat
Coating firm awarded corrosion prevention contract
10th June 2022

Last month, anti-corrosion coatings manufacturer Corrocoat announced it has been awarded a contract to protect 300 new pipe spools of various dimensions by a multinational energy client. The... 


A photo of the AzkoNobel head office taken from the bottom looking up
Online portal launched to guide clients
10th June 2022

Last month, protective powder coating and paint manufacturer AkzoNobel Powder Coatings launched a dedicated site to showcase its functional range of Resicoat powder coatings. AkzoNobel created the... 


Company shows revenue growth
10th June 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

Steel manufacturer and supplier Stewarts and Lloyds’ manufacturing division registered an even bigger growth in revenue last year – compared with the previous year – largely owing to the company’s... 


An image of a boiler inspection drone
Drones launched for boiler inspections
10th June 2022 By: Mandisa Nyathi

Rope access specialist Skyriders introduced the new Elios SkyEye drones last month for use in non-destructive testing when inspecting boiler internals at power stations. 


A man standing at a podium speaking on the topic of coatings and paint development at teh Coatings for Africa 2022 expo held in Sandton last month
S African coatings event well attended
10th June 2022 By: Halima Frost

This year’s Coatings for Africa 2022 conference, organised by global events organiser DMG Events, was held at the Sandton Convention Centre, in Gauteng, from May 4 to 6. The event was hosted by... 


An image of a MCC made by Iritron
Covid-19 continues to haunt manufacturing companies
10th June 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and its resulting lockdowns continues to be felt in the manufacturing sector despite a move towards eased regulations. Challenges, such as the shortage of... 


A metal component that can be seen with deep grooves in it caused by frictional wear
Push for education in manufacturing
10th June 2022 By: Halima Frost

Owing to a continued lack of understanding of the concept of tribology and its importance, the South African Institute of Tribology (SAIT) remains a firm advocate of the need for tribology... 


A stainless steel 3CR12 exhaust pipe laying among a group of rusted metal exhaust pipes with a small seedling growing n front of it
Company produces over 1Mt of corrosion resistant steel
10th June 2022 By: Halima Frost

Stainless steel manufacturer Columbus Stainless, based in Middelburg, Mpumalanga, says that it has produced more than one-million tons of its 3CR12 chromium-containing corrosion-resistant stainless... 


Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula
National rail policy to support local industry, manufacturing
3rd June 2022 By: Schalk Burger

The National Rail Policy White Paper has a deliberate bias towards local manufacturing to ensure industrialisation and the local production of steel, railway lines, rolling stock and supplies, and... 


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