Mining’s inability to absorb youth raises questions about its sustainability

High youth unemployment, combined with a national skills shortage and the fact that just over a third of the population is between 15 and 35 years old, means that South Africa – already contending... 

New lubricants for farmers

BMG has launched two new agricultural specific lubricants at Nampo 2023 – a corn head grease and a transmission flow grease – both of which form part of BMG’s Boerslim/Smartfarming portfolio. “The... 

Durable drives for belt conveyor systems

Industrial equipment supplier BMG reports that its NORD Maxxdrive-XT industrial gearboxes, launched at the Electra Mining trade show in 2022, have been well received by leaders in bulk logistics,... 

Menar coal and anthracite projects, South Africa – update

The construction phase of the new Gugulethu Colliery is progressing. 

Help when its needed

BMG has donated over 140 pallets of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to Gift of the Givers Foundation – a leading welfare organisation in South Africa, that serves those in need with compassion,... 

Lifting, rigging solutions for wildlife

Industrial equipment supplier BMG’s dedicated lifting and rigging division has been involved in important projects recently, including the lifting and moving of wildlife. “A challenging task for... 

Hydraulic tools deliver accuracy in demanding applications

Industrial equipment supplier BMG offers a range of solutions from bolted solutions specialist Nord-Lock including Boltight hydraulic bolt tensioning tools.  These can be used to tighten bolts... 

Menar coal and anthracite projects, South Africa – update

ZAC GM Wayne Rowe has indicated that the R137-million Mngeni shaft project is nearing completion, with water infrastructure and electrical reticulation installed in February.