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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...
WEG geared to service the DRC mining sector
For over 20 years, WEG has been a strategic supplier to the mining sector in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Its local South African manufacturing base has been central to reduced lead times,...
Choice of hybrid power and sustainability solutions
The availability of a variety of energy technologies, including solar, wind, steam and battery energy storage solutions, allows customers to consider various hybrid energy options to meet their...
A rebranded WEG set to make powerful debut at Electra Mining Africa
For over four decades, WEG has established a formidable presence in Africa, consistently showcasing its industry-leading capabilities at Electra Mining Africa under the Zest WEG brand. This year,...
Rebranded WEG committed to supporting customers meet their sustainability goals
Electrical equipment manufacturer WEG has worked for a year to internally evolve its brand, rebranding from Zest WEG to WEG, and with this comes an increased focus on sustainability. WEG has...
Spoilt for choice by WEG’s hybrid power, sustainability solutions
Mines today look to partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) who share their commitment to sustainability, and can offer the latest technology to optimise production while reducing...
Industry specialists to share expertise at Electra Mining Africa seminars
Industry specialists from across the mining and industrial sectors of the economy will deliver a programme of highly informative free-to-attend seminars at Electra Mining Africa, taking place at...
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Manufacturing production down 1.5% y/y in August
South Africa's manufacturing production decreased by 1.5% year-on-year in August, with the basic iron and steel, nonferrous metal products, metal products and machinery division and the food and...
Eskom chairperson highlights focus shift from energy security to affordability
While State-owned Eskom has historically faced systemic challenges such as unreliability of its generation fleet and a weak balance sheet, chairperson Dr Mteto Nyati has said the utility is...