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Modern fire-fighting systems improve mine safety
Fires and potential explosions at mine sites can be averted and mitigated against with the proper use of fire-suppressing technologies, such as water-mist and aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF)...
Innovation strengthens storage confidence
The growth of renewable energy and large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESSs) across Africa is accelerating, but it also introduces new safety challenges that demand advanced fire...
Solar growth sparks safety concerns over fire risks
With solar power now firmly established as a mainstream energy choice for South Africans, ASP Fire, a leading fire risk consulting company, has cautioned that poorly designed or badly installed...
Transformer protection is crucial for corporate clients
Transformer protection is crucial for corporate clients because transformers are essential components in power distribution systems. They step up or down voltage levels to ensure efficient power...
Best fire safety practice for BESS installations
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) have become increasingly important for supporting renewable energy integration and grid stability. However, they pose unique fire safety challenges due to the...
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South Africa launches local foot-and-mouth vaccine as infections spread
South Africa on Friday announced its first foot-and-mouth vaccine in 20 years as it seeks to boost local production of inoculation doses to fight the country's worst outbreak of the disease in many...
Ten runners to take on the world’s highest marathon on Ojos del Salado
Ten runners will attempt the world’s highest marathon, descending 42.2 km from the summit of Ojos del Salado, the world’s tallest volcano at 6 893 m, located on the Argentina-Chile border. The...
Hudaco leverages diverse portfolio to post solid full-year results
Hudaco Industries generated R1.4-billion from operations for the year ended November 30, 2025, with the group benefitting from a robust, defensive portfolio of diverse businesses in a challenging...