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Water pipes, electric vehicles potential growth markets for stainless steel
1st June 2018 By: Erin Steenhoff-Snethlage

The South African stainless steel sector can benefit from the rise in electric vehicles and the replacement of water pipes, says Southern Africa Stainless Steel Development Association executive... 


BUCKLING UP
Bisa stainless steel products can be used for a variety of projects and are suitable for niche markets
Sector recovery affords new opportunities for banding company
1st June 2018 By: Erin Steenhoff-Snethlage

Stable growth in the electricity sector will likely have a positive effect on sales, says Jet Park-based stainless steel banding company Banding and Identification Solutions South Africa (Bisa)... 


Economic Development Minister Ebrahim Patel
South African steel companies urged to diversify markets in wake of US tariff setback
31st May 2018 By: Kim Cloete

South African steel companies need to continue to look for new markets, particularly in Africa, following the recent setback in which the US government decided not to grant South Africa an... 


Manufacturing Circle executive director Philippa Rodseth
Manufacturing sector investment to remain stable in Q2 – Manufacturing Circle
29th May 2018 By: Anine Kilian

The Manufacturing Circle Investment Tracker (MCIT) for the first quarter of this year shows there has been investment into the manufacturing sector in the past 15 months, but that investment is... 


Coega perfectly poised to participate in lithium-ion battery industry – CDC
23rd May 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

The Coega Special Economic Zone (SEZ) is at an advanced stage of setting up factories that will supply gigawatt factories with manganese, a key ingredient in most lithium-ion batteries. Coega... 


Allied Steelrode executive director Warne Rippon
Allied Steelrode, seven others join task force to lobby for support of downstream steel industry
21st May 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Steel supplier and processing company Allied Steelrode has affirmed its commitment to an industry representative group the CEO Task Force, which will aid in regenerating the country’s steel sector,... 


Solidarity announces action plan on US steel, aluminium import tariffs
14th May 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Trade union Solidarity on Monday announced an action plan in response to the decision by the US not to grant the South African steel and aluminium industry exemption from import tariffs on steel... 


AMSA liquid steel production increases by 5.9% in Q1
11th May 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

ArcelorMittal South Africa’s (AMSA’s) liquid steel production increased by 5.9% to 71 000 t in the three months ended March 31. The higher output was mainly owing to higher production at its... 


Subramanian resigns as AMSA CFO
8th May 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Dean Subramanian will step down as executive director and CFO of ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) on July 31, to pursue an opportunity outside the company.  


Hulamin responds to US import tariff, says markets for niche products strong
4th May 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

South Africa’s exclusion from a list of countries exempted from tariffs imposed by the US on steel and aluminium imports should not have an immediate impact on local producer Hulamin, but it has... 


Renewed optimism in industry for Middelburg-based Columbus Stainless steel plant
Renewed optimism in industry for Middelburg-based Columbus Stainless steel plant
5th April 2018

Middelburg-based Columbus Stainless aims to remain committed to the growing domestic stainless steel market, while Sassda believes that 2018 may be the year to break the downward trend of... 


Competition Commission approves Amsted’s acquisition of Scaw Cast Products
29th March 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The Competition Commission has approved the proposed acquisition by US-based manufacturer Amsted Rail Company of Cast Products South Africa (SA).  


Trade back on the global, African agenda
Trade back on the global, African agenda
29th March 2018

Creamer Media's Chanel de Bruyn speaks to Engineering News Editor Terence Creamer about Africa’s plans to conclude a continental free trade agreement and South Africa’s discussions with the US... 


Global crude steel production increases 3.5% y/y in February
26th March 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

Global crude steel production increased by 3.5% year-on-year to 131.8-million tonnes in February, the World Steel Association (worldsteel) reported on Monday. Africa’s crude steel production... 


China partially wins WTO case over Obama-era US tariffs
China partially wins WTO case over Obama-era US tariffs
22nd March 2018 By: Reuters

The US did not fully comply with a 2014 ruling against its anti-subsidy tariffs on a range of Chinese products, a World Trade Organisation compliance panel said in a ruling on Wednesday that either... 


2018 brings renewed optimism for South African stainless steel industry
12th March 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

This year may break the downward trend of reduced consumption in the South African stainless steel industry, says South African Stainless Steel Development Association (Sassda) director John... 


Columbus aims to export competitively, while growing local market consumption
6th March 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

Columbus Stainless is positioned well to export competitively to the international market, while remaining committed to growing domestic demand for stainless steel. With market consumption of about... 


Economisers the key to boiler success
26th January 2018

Fitting an economiser on a boiler is a small addition that can provide big results in terms of helping companies reduce their operating costs and decrease their environmental impact, says heat and... 


Global crude steel output up 5.3% y/y in 2017
25th January 2018 By: Schalk Burger

Global crude steel production increased by 5.3% year-on-year to 1.69-billion tonnes in 2017. Output increased in all regions except for the Commonwealth of Independent States, where production... 


MEIBC changes welcome, but should take employer into consideration
23rd January 2018 By: Megan van Wyngaardt

Although the Metal and Engineering Industries Bargaining Council (MEIBC) main agreement negotiation process, that took place from June to August last year, was riddled with technical issues and... 


Proposed carbon tax ‘least-cost manner’ to ensuring greenhouse-gas reduction – Treasury
15th December 2017 By: Schalk Burger

The National Treasury released the Second Draft Carbon Tax Bill for public comment on Friday and averred that it “seeks to give effect to the polluter pays principle . . . and will assist, in a... 


ROOF ASSEMBLY
A new roof structure was erected over the existing B50  while the assembly plant remained fully operational
BMW plant refurbishment project nabs Steel Award
24th November 2017

This year’s Steel Awards, hosted by the Southern African Institute of Steel Construction and  sponsored by steel manufacturer and supplier Aveng Trident Steel, saw BMW’s heavy electric monorail... 


AFTER
The coatings are highly resilient and have, to date, proven to be completely durable, without a known failure
Unique repair solutions have ‘unlimited’ applications
17th November 2017 By: Robyn Wilkinson

Applications for industrial lining solutions provider Groupline Projects’ (GLP’s) Armacoat and Armasteel composite repair systems seem to be “unlimited”, as the company embarks on a quest to tailor... 


Seifsa ‘cautiously optimistic’ following improved PMI
1st November 2017 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) is “cautiously optimistic” about the sector’s performance, in light of data released by the Absa Purchasing Managers'... 


M&R sells Genrec to Southern Palace
30th October 2017 By: Anine Kilian

JSE-listed Murray & Roberts (M&R) has sold Genrec to black-owned industrial company Southern Palace Group. Certain assets and liabilities are excluded from the transaction and will remain with the... 


INNOVATIVE DESIGN
Skyhill Heavy Engineering specified the use of 3CR12 for municipal water storage tanks in rural areas with a design that allows for sludge drainage and cleaning without emptying the tanks
International recognition for SA stainless steel innovation
27th October 2017

The Southern Africa Stainless Steel Development Association (Sassda) was awarded the Bronze Award by the International Stainless Steel Forum (ISSF) in the category of Best New Applications... 


A WINNING FORMULA
Sassda Western Cape manager Michel Bassson hands Amrish Punwasi his prize for having proven the success of Sassda’s new app
Competition proves long term value of stainless steel
27th October 2017 By: Robyn Wilkinson

The winner of the Southern Africa Stainless Steel Development Association’s (Sassda’s) Eiffel Tower life-cycle costing competition was announced earlier this month, having proven the success of the... 


CAUTIOUS OPTIMISM
The global stainless steel market had a strong run early this year, on the back of substantial chromium and nickel price increases at the end of last year, which continued into 2017
Local stainless steel industry remains optimistic
27th October 2017 By: Robyn Wilkinson

While South African demand for stainless steel is under severe pressure, the potential for growth once the local economy improves is strong and distributors are starting to position themselves... 


STRONG BASE Wekaba is a top manufacturer in South Africa of one-piece 90° and 45° stainless steel fittings, producing hose fittings and collars for industrial markets
Manufacturer expands international reach
27th October 2017 By: Robyn Wilkinson

Having secured its reputation for cost-effective, but high-quality and fit-for-purpose stainless steel hydraulic products in South Africa, manufacturer Wekaba is expanding its reach and targeting... 


CUSTOM DESIGN
Anderson Engineering developed several unique processing steps to ensure AR Brands can meet expected demand for its mayonnaise over a five-year period
Steady demand for customisable stainless steel products
27th October 2017 By: Robyn Wilkinson

Owing to its strong reputation for customisable turnkey solutions, there is steady and strong demand for stainless steel processing equipment manufacturer Anderson Engineering’s products throughout... 


STRETCHING CAPABILITIES Branded Allied Steelrode Stretcher Material is produced at a purpose-built steel-stretching facility in Midvaal, Gauteng
Steel company raises the bar in Africa with new technologies
27th October 2017 By: Robyn Wilkinson

Taking a long-term view that predicts significant growth in demand for stainless steel products in Africa in the next few years, steel supplier and processing company Allied Steelrode has invested... 


De Klerk to retire as AMSA CEO in January
24th October 2017 By: Anine Kilian

Wim de Klerk will step down as CEO and director of ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) on January 31. The board will immediately implement a process to identify a suitable successor. "On behalf of... 


MARCO CASSOL
Effective drainage systems are important for protecting building infrastructure and production plants from the destructive effects of water damage
Drainage system helps manufacturer achieve international standards
13th October 2017 By: Robyn Wilkinson

Drainage technology provider ACO Systems South Africa has completed the first phase of the installation of its flagship hygienic solution at food manufacturer Simba Pepsico’s production plant, in... 


CAPITAL LOCATION
in less than a year of being operational, Highveld Industrial Park has set up a sustainable business
Closed steel mill discovering new life as an industrial park
6th October 2017 By: Mia Breytenbach

Following the implementation of the business strategy to convert Evraz Highveld Steel and Vanadium complex, in Mpumalanga, into an industrial park, the park is capitalising on its strategic... 


Sassda promotes the use of stainless steel water pipes
5th October 2017

The Southern African Stainless Steel Development Association (Sassda) is, along with the Drakenstein municipality in Paarl, in the Western Cape, and South African stainless steel product... 


Absa PMI rises slightly in September; remains below 50
2nd October 2017 By: Anine Kilian

The Absa Purchasing Manager’s Index (PMI), compiled by the Bureau for Economic Research (BER), nudged slightly higher to a still weak level of 44.9 in September from 44 in August. The index has... 


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