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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... 


Police arrest 2 men with more than 300kg of Transnet copper cable
20th June 2022 By: News24Wire

Two men were arrested in Vredenburg after allegedly being found with 302 kg of copper cable belonging to Transnet, Western Cape police said. Police spokesperson Colonel Andrè Traut said officers on... 


NUMSA members striking
Labour Court scuppers AMSA’s attempts to squash Numsa strike
24th May 2022 By: Darren Parker

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) has welcomed the decision of the Labour Court to dismiss the application by steel producer Arcelormittal South Africa (AMSA) to interdict... 


A long row of solar panels of specially designed Genius trackers supplied by Gamechange solar at an installation in South Africa
Tracker technology increases PV efficacy
13th May 2022 By: Halima Frost

The Genius Tracker from solar energy equipment supplier GameChange Solar can increase a solar photovoltaic (PV) installation’s harnessing efficacy by up to 25% as opposed to a static tracking... 


Gordhan calls for ban on sale of scrap metal to protect SA's infrastructure
5th May 2022 By: News24Wire

Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan says in order to to alleviate the risk of continued damage, theft and vandalism of freight rail infrastructure in the country, government should consider... 


British Hallmarking Council sanctions Queen Elizabeth II platinum jubilee commemorative mark
12th January 2022 By: Donna Slater

With British Monarch Queen Elizabeth II expected to become the first to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, on February 6, and the associated demand for commemorative jewellery and giftware merchandise,... 


Zinc anti-corrosion coatings offer long-lasting protection
29th November 2021 By: Donna Slater

Various methods of applying zinc films to steel items offer unique and long-lasting anti-corrosion benefits, according to various zinc experts who spoke during a webinar hosted by Creamer Media... 


Supplier hedge against volatile market
29th October 2021 By: Darren Parker

A significant portion of steel supplier Tradecore Steel’s business stems from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region, although the company does business in Kenya and Ghana as... 


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President Hichilema raises fresh hope for Zambia’s mining industry
10th September 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Hakainde Hichilema's triumph over incumbent President Edgar Lungu in last month's general elections has kindled much optimism that better fortunes are in store for Zambia's copper-heavy mining... 


Desmond Maharaj resigns as AMSA CFO
4th May 2021 By: Simone Liedtke

Desmond Maharaj has resigned as CFO and executive director of steelmaker ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) to pursue personal opportunities outside of the business. AMSA expects Maharaj to step... 


ALL-ROUND SOLUTION Thos Begbie uses advanced casting simulation and machining simulation programs to reproduce what has been designed on computer-aided design programs by design houses
Local company shines in furnace rebuilds
2nd April 2021 By: Darren Parker

Foundry and engineering company Thos Begbie is conducting several major furnace rebuilds locally and globally. Locally, the company is manufacturing and supplying the copper furnace components of... 


PIN AND COLLAR
The Swagefast heavy industrial pin and collar range will now be supplied by BMG
Company secures distributor deal
5th March 2021 By: Halima Frost

Engineering solutions provider BMG has been appointed as the exclusive distributor of Swagefast fastening systems in Africa, including South Africa. “This means that BMG will have the capacity to... 


Seifsa CEO Kaizer Nyatsumba
Seifsa partners with Venncap to help metals, engineering companies secure funding
4th March 2021 By: Schalk Burger

Industry body the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) has partnered with funding consulting firm VennCap Business Solutions to assist metals and engineering... 


DECREASED STEEL OUTPUT 
Global crude steel production reached 1 864-million tonnes for the year 2020
Global crude steel output decreases by 0.9% in 2020
26th February 2021

Global crude steel production reached 1 864-million tonnes (Mt) for the year 2020, which is down by 0.9% compared with 2019, steel industry association the World Steel Association stated in a press... 


MULTIPLIER EFFECT 
The manufacturing sector remains key to the growth and development of South Africa owing to its multiplier effect on other sectors of the economy
Manufacturing recovery’s slow pace a concern, Seifsa
26th February 2021

The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) is concerned about the slow pace of recovery in the manufacturing sector, as depicted by the manufacturing Purchasing... 


TRANSFORMATION GOALS 
The Most Transformed Company of the Year Award honours and celebrates companies that have been able to transform their workplaces meaningfully
Companies committed to transformation honoured
26th February 2021

Entries are open for the seventh annual Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) Awards for Excellence and the federation is calling on all companies within the... 


JABULILE MLAMBO 
Rio-Carb’s approach offered an environment-positive option to the mining, steel and cement industries
Company adopts ‘three Rs’ approach to reduce environmental impact
26th February 2021 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Wear-resistant chromium carbide-clad liner plates manufacturer Rio-Carb has aligned itself with the ISO14001 environmental management system to benchmark its manufacturing processes by following... 


PIPELINE
A new forming line for processing of airbag tubes is being invested in by Benteler International
New forming line increases global supply capabilities
4th December 2020

Last month, automotive technology and engineering company Benteler International announced it would be investing in a new forming line for processing of airbag tubes at its Schloss Neuhaus plant,... 


Metal prices expected to average higher in 2021 amid recovery from Covid-19 – Fitch Solutions
1st December 2020 By: Donna Slater

Financial risk management, solutions and insights company Fitch Solutions Country Risk and Industry Research (Fitch Solutions) expects miners and metal producers to experience a more favourable... 


REFINED STRUCTURES 
The construction of a new zinc refinery will reduce dependence on special high-grade zinc imports, and provide a much-needed boost for the construction industry
Infrastructure recovery roadmap mulled
13th November 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

If South Africa is to have any hope of economic recovery, no sector can afford to do things the way it did before 2020, says the International Zinc Association (IZA). 


Tribunal approves IRL's buyout of Mapochs mine, with conditions
27th October 2020 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The Competition Tribunal has approved a transaction whereby natural resources investor International Resources Limited (IRL) South Africa will acquire the openpit Mapochs mine, in Mpumalanga. The... 


TANK TOP The Maxi range of tanks offers water storage capacity of up to 1.5Mℓ
Easy-to-assemble water storage tanks launched
16th October 2020 By: Halima Frost

Steel products and related services company Structa Group recently launched the marketing drive for its new Circotank brand, which offers a range of rolled sectional steel tanks. Circotank is... 


Consultant emphasises importance of careful selection of galvanised steel sheet for light metal frame structures, roofing
1st October 2020 By: Simone Liedtke

Careful selection of continuously galvanised steel sheet products can help to avoid premature corrosion of roofing and cladding on buildings, says galvanising consultant Terry Smith. Continuously... 


Kibo advancing PPA discussions for Mozambique projects
26th August 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

A grid impact assessment and integration study for multi-asset energy company Kibo Energy's Benga power plant project (BPPP), in Mozambique, has been completed and submitted to power utility... 


Insimbi ‘cautiously optimistic’ as earnings fall
24th August 2020 By: Simone Liedtke

Germiston-based foundry Insimbi Industrial Holdings remains cautiously optimistic for the year ahead as its headline earnings a share for the financial year ended February 29, was 25% lower... 


DTIC makes case for export tax on scrap ahead of infrastructure-led recovery effort
DTIC makes case for export tax on scrap ahead of infrastructure-led recovery effort
19th August 2020 By: Terence Creamer

The Department of Trade Industry and Competition (DTIC) has again underlined its support for the implementation of an export tax on scrap metal as a way of securing supply for domestic... 


NICOLETTE SKJOLDHAMMER
The objective of the Protea Network for this year is to encourage and facilitate online forum membership, where members can engage on a daily basis
Women’s network growing steadily
14th August 2020 By: Darren Parker

The Protea Network – for women working in the predominantly male-dominated steel and other market sectors – is growing steadily and organically since its launch in April, says steel fabrication... 


VIRTUOSITY ASSESSED
Small teams of judges attend sites physically, observing Covid-19 health and safety protocols, while others attend site visits virtually
Steel awards go virtual
14th August 2020 By: Darren Parker

The South African Institute for Steel Construction’s (SAISC’s) yearly Steel Awards will be judged and hosted virtually through a dedicated application (app) this year. This comes on the back of... 


RELIABLE ROLLOUT? 
The security of steel supply is a key concern for downstream merchants and fabricators
Greater collaboration needed in steel supply chain
14th August 2020 By: Darren Parker

To ensure security of steel supply, the South African Institute for Steel Construction (SAISC) is calling for greater collaboration among all players in the local steel supply chain, from upstream... 


GRATE CHANGE AHEAD
Vital Engineering needs to ensure that it is as agile as possible to take advantage of the ever-changing status quo
Market disruption expected to continue after Covid-19
14th August 2020 By: Darren Parker

The world will most likely never revert to pre-2020 norms, says steel grating and related products supplier Vital Engineering director Glen Pringle. He tells Engineering News that he expects... 


New duties another dose of 'slow poison' to steel industry, says Neasa
11th August 2020 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The National Employers’ Association of South Africa (Neasa) has reiterated its dissatisfaction with government's approval of an extended 8% safeguard duty on hot rolled coil, bringing the total... 


MULTIPLE USES
Light-steel-frame buildings can be repurposed, modified or moved to a new location with relative ease
Steely resolve, innovation continue despite lockdown
31st July 2020 By: Darren Parker

Although production came to a halt over the past two months, light-steel-frame building materials supplier Etex South Africa – formerly known as Marley Building Systems – continued planning and... 


UP ORE DOWN
Wagons manufactured by Columbus Stainless using 3CR12 transport ore for substantially longer with less degradation than those made of mild steel or other materials
Specialised steel extends life of ore wagons
31st July 2020 By: Halima Frost

Stainless steel manufacturer Columbus Stainless advocates that the much longer life span of ore wagons achieved using 3CR12, makes it clear why stainless steel is the cost-effective choice for... 


ACCREDITED FUSION Transmashholdings Africa have been awarded an International Standards Organisation 3843 welding certification which will help draw in new clients for the company
Manufacturer obtains welding certification
31st July 2020 By: Halima Frost

Rolling stock manufacturer Transmashholdings (TMH) Africa, which acts as the centre of excellence for narrow-gauge rolling stock within the TMH Group, announced in March that it had been awarded... 


Agbaja trial mining progresses, albeit slowly
30th July 2020 By: Marleny Arnoldi

ASX-listed Kogi Iron says it has continued with reduced activities in Nigeria throughout June and July, owing to limited interstate and international travel. Trial iron-ore mining at the... 


Solidarity welcomes DTIC’s move to investigate scrap metal supply
14th July 2020 By: Simone Liedtke

Trade union Solidarity has welcomed Trade and Industry Minister Ebrahim Patel’s trade policy directive, which proposes an investigation into measures to help support the South African metals... 


Saisi supports govt’s step towards export tax on scrap metal
8th July 2020 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The South African Iron and Steel Institute (Saisi) has welcomed government’s directive for the scrap metal supply chain to be supported. Saisi believes it is of national importance that the... 


Seifsa eagerly awaits scrap metal industry relief
Seifsa eagerly awaits scrap metal industry relief
6th July 2020 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) has welcomed government's announcement that it has tasked the International Trade Administration Commission (Itac) of... 


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