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Motor manufacturer offers diverse range of products across the African continent
Global solutions provider of industrial electrical technologies WEG was founded in 1961 and has grown into one of the largest electric motor manufacturers in the world, producing more than...
Vale shares shed $17bn as iron-ore slump foils turnaround
A weaker China economy and battered iron ore prices have helped drive down Vale’s stock, making investors wary of uncertainties plaguing one of the world’s top suppliers of the steelmaking...
Correct sizing of soft starters explained
Soft starters are used in mining and industrial applications to help protect motors and motor-driven equipment, however, the correct size selection of the units is key to gaining the benefits of...
Why it is vital to size softstarters carefully
The application of soft starters has become a well-established strategy to improve the uptime and lifespan for motors and mechanical equipment driven by motors, but they need to be chosen...
Local manufacturer expands capabilities
To improve its local manufacturing processes, WEG has taken delivery of two laser cutting machines and three bending machines for its sheet metal cutting operation at the company’s manufacturing...
Scope for private Steam turbines to feed grid, says WEG Africa
Steam turbines represent mission critical equipment for a range of industries from sugar and paper to steel and petrochemicals, but there is now greater opportunity among these sectors to generate...
DRC mining sector supported by South African manufacturing
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is seen as one of the most strategic mining markets for WEG which supplies a range of products to the sector, including low and high voltage electric motors,...
WEG boosts local manufacturing capabilities
To improve its local manufacturing processes, WEG has taken delivery of two laser cutting machines and three bending machines. Deployed at the sheet metal cutting operation at the company’s...
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South Africa's R105bn hydrogen project advances to front-end engineering design stage
Following go-ahead for the required renewable energy generation, South Africa’s R105-billion Coega Green Ammonia project in Nelson Mandela Bay has now advanced to front-end engineering design...
Citrus season nears final inspection day for fruits destinated for Europe
As the final day for inspection of Valencia oranges destined for Europe nears on September 20, which will conclude the 2025 export season, the Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa (CGA)...
Ford recalls more than 5 500 Rangers
Car manufacturer Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) has recalled certain 2025 and 2026 Ranger vehicles, citing safety concerns. FMCSA said it has identified that, in the affected...