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New-generation circuit breakers launched
23rd August 2024

A new range of circuit breakers designed to maximise power availability and reliability has been unveiled by energy management and automation company Schneider Electric South Africa. The moulded... 


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SEW-EURODRIVE closing the loop
23rd August 2024

Automation company SEW-EURODRIVE has expanded its presence at Electra Mining Africa with added exhibition space in Hall 7, showcasing its innovations in automation and electronics. This complements... 


Implats chief technology officer Mark Munroe
Implats exec highlights value of more women working in mining
22nd August 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

In opening the second day proceedings of the inaugural Women in Mining South Africa (Wimsa) Symposium, Impala Platinum (Implats) chief technology officer Mark Munroe emphasised the importance of... 


GARY CORIN Ninety-three percent of exhibitors at the 2024 Electra Mining hail from South Africa
[WATCH] Electra Mining Africa 2024: A record-breaking event in the making
22nd August 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

As the countdown to Southern Africa’s biggest trade show begins, the excitement for Electra Mining Africa is reaching fever pitch. Exhibitors, participants and visitors are all preparing for an... 


Industry specialists to share expertise at Electra Mining Africa seminars
Industry specialists to share expertise at Electra Mining Africa seminars
21st August 2024

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... 


New products, innovations and world-class technologies at Electra Mining Africa
New products, innovations and world-class technologies at Electra Mining Africa
21st August 2024

An exhibition viewed by industry as one of the most important events on the calendar, Electra Mining Africa provides a unique platform where exhibitors can launch new products and showcase their... 


SMART INSIGHTS Digital solutions such as telematics and monitoring software provide valuable insights into efficiency and performance of crushing operations
Eco-efficient crushing and screening solutions on display
21st August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Visitors to Electra Mining Africa this year are looking for crushing and screening solutions that will boost productivity while enhancing sustainability, and Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions has... 


Innomotics makes debut at Electra Mining
21st August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Innomotics, formerly Siemens Large Drives and Low Voltage Motors, will be making its first appearance at Electra Mining Africa. This newly formed company leverages more than 150 years of Siemens... 


JONATHAN MCKEY SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa national sales and marketing manager
SEW-EURODRIVE doubles down on drive innovation at Electra
20th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

With so much innovation to see, SEW-EURODRIVE has expanded its presence at Electra Mining Africa this year, adding exhibition space in Hall 7 to showcase its advancements in automation and... 


Process technology: SICK and Endress+Hauser sign strategic partnership
Process technology: SICK and Endress+Hauser sign strategic partnership
20th August 2024

Companies to combine their process automation offerings at the turn of the year and establish a joint venture German sensor company SICK and the Swiss measurement and automation technology... 


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Company confronts logistics digitalisation challenges
16th August 2024 By: Lynne Davies

With larger multinational companies moving towards the digital platforms, freight forwarding service Manta Freight Logistics advises that, despite the advantages of digital platforms, it increases... 


Eyes, ears still the most vulnerable to occupational harm, expert says
Eyes, ears still the most vulnerable to occupational harm, expert says
15th August 2024 By: Darren Parker

Eyes and ears remain the most frequently injured body parts of workers claiming compensation for occupational injuries and diseases in the South African mining and industrial sectors, insurance... 


Dawie Roodt
Be prepared for new economic future as biggest Electra Mining Africa show approaches
14th August 2024 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa’s preparation for a brand new economic future is coinciding with the biggest ever Electra Mining Africa show, which takes place in Johannesburg, from September 2-6. Five interconnected... 


The Escondida copper mine
BHP removes striking workers at huge Chile copper mine, output at risk
14th August 2024 By: Reuters

Mining giant BHP said on Tuesday it had started removing workers on strike at its Escondida copper mine in Chile, deepening tensions at the site after a powerful union rejected the company's latest... 


RS's own brand RS PRO to become a key partner for planned maintenance
RS's own brand RS PRO to become a key partner for planned maintenance
13th August 2024

RS PRO, the own brand of RS, offers a comprehensive selection of over 80 000 products spanning all industries and technologies. Renowned for its quality and extensive range, RS PRO is the Smart... 


Schneider Electric unveils re-boosted Alliance Programme for industrial automation system integrators
Schneider Electric unveils re-boosted Alliance Programme for industrial automation system integrators
13th August 2024

Schneider Electric has announced a “re-boost” of its Alliance Programme, which is branded “Alliance Partner Programme – SI Energise” for 2024 and comes with numerous and compelling additional... 


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Innovation, resilience key features in process control – company
9th August 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Pressure sensors with ceramic CERTEC measuring cells have proven to be the preferred technology in not only the chemicals industry but also in other industries where reliability and stability are... 


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Innovation centre to enhance grain processing
9th August 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

Industrial food processing and technology solutions company Bühler has launched its new Grain Processing Innovation Center (GPIC) – with pilot-scale production facilities, research and development... 


 Schneider Electric celebrates South Africa’s milestone 30 years of democracy towards women's development
Schneider Electric celebrates South Africa’s milestone 30 years of democracy towards women's development
8th August 2024

Schneider Electric’s Inclusion and Care by Design strategy is embedded in all its processes and behaviours, ensuring that inclusion is hardwired end-to-end, with clear accountability.  As the... 


Schneider Electric launches competitively priced new range of Easy TeSys contactors
Schneider Electric launches competitively priced new range of Easy TeSys contactors
5th August 2024

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has launched its latest range of Easy TeSys contactors, used in industrial automation applications,... 


Stolen credentials most prevalent initial cyberattack vector in South Africa
2nd August 2024 By: Schalk Burger

In South Africa, stolen or compromised credentials was the most prevalent initial attack vector representing 17% of breaches, said information technology company IBM in its '2024 Cost of a Data... 


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Grid infrastructure holds potential for South Africa if properly leveraged – expert
2nd August 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Power and energy expert Vally Padayachee has emphasised the untapped potential and critical importance of optimising the country’s grid system, especially now as it transforms into a high-value... 


Modernising Namibian mining
Modernising Namibian mining
2nd August 2024

By: Casper Labuschagne - country sales manager, Namibia at Schneider Electric Mark Twain famously said: During the gold rush it’s a good time to be in the pick and shovel business”. The mining,... 


An image of DFC's Vent-O-Mat Slurry Air Release Valve
Tech innovations enhance valve performance
2nd August 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Developments in valve technology, driven by several innovative advancements aimed at enhancing efficiency, safety and operational longevity, are meeting the demanding requirements of the mining... 


Schneider Electric Announces Evolution of EcoStruxure IT with Model Based, Automated Sustainability Metric Reporting
Schneider Electric Announces Evolution of EcoStruxure IT with Model Based, Automated Sustainability Metric Reporting
30th July 2024

New features offer enhanced visibility of energy and resource consumption, historical data analysis and detailed metrics to help organisations meet imminent regulatory reporting requirements.... 


Union at BHP's Escondida mine urges rejection of contract offer, strike possible
Union at BHP's Escondida mine urges rejection of contract offer, strike possible
29th July 2024 By: Reuters

The union at BHP's Escondida mine in Chile, the world's largest copper mine, has called on its nearly 2 400 members to reject a final contract offer from the company and prepare for a strike, the... 


Schneider Electric unveils new-generation ComPacT NS circuit breakers
Schneider Electric unveils new-generation ComPacT NS circuit breakers
29th July 2024

Schneider Electric South Africa, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has launched its ComPacT NS new-generation circuit breakers, designed to maximise... 


Artist’s impression of Avanti’s HYLAS 4 satellite in orbit
Satellite communications company launches new solution for African miners
25th July 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

UK-based fully integrated satellite communications and connectivity services and solutions company Avanti Communications (Avanti) has launched, in Johannesburg, its new solution for the global... 


Micro-Credentials Offer Bite-Sized Skills to Boost Youth Employability
Micro-Credentials Offer Bite-Sized Skills to Boost Youth Employability
25th July 2024

At 45,4%, South Africa's youth unemployment rate dwarfs the national average (32.9%), highlighting the struggle many young people face entering the workforce. While a traditional university degree... 


Kobus Vermeulen to lead Schneider Electric’s Process Automation business in SADC region
Kobus Vermeulen to lead Schneider Electric’s Process Automation business in SADC region
23rd July 2024

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kobus Vermeulen as its new Direct Sales Executive,... 


PLANTATION AUTOMATION: This drone monitoring the oil palm fruits as they ripen is one of several technological solutions being deployed across Malaysian plantations that are seeking alternatives for some of the most difficult jobs, amid worker shortages and falling production. Bloomberg reports that self-driving trucks are also rumbling over the vast plantations, laying fertiliser and picking up the densely packed harvested bunches. Photograph: Bloomberg
PLANTATION AUTOMATION
19th July 2024

This drone monitoring the oil palm fruits as they ripen is one of several technological solutions being deployed across Malaysian plantations that are seeking alternatives for some of the most... 


The above image depicts how the Spazio smart dimmers can be connected and controlled remotely
Firm integrates technological advancements into fittings
19th July 2024 By: Lynne Davies

With technological advancements vastly improving within the lighting sector, lighting manufacturer Spazio has begun to integrate solar, AI and LED technologies into its light fittings. Spazio... 


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Komatsu centre leveraging data to improve mining equipment performance on-site
17th July 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Mining and industrial machinery developer and manufacturer Komatsu’s Smart Services Centre, in eMalahleni, is capitalising on data to assist coal mining companies to optimise productivity, ensure... 


Drones deliver medicine, mail, money and spare parts to hardest-to-reach locations
Drones deliver medicine, mail, money and spare parts to hardest-to-reach locations
15th July 2024

Drone technology is taking off and cargo drones are being used successfully in supply chains around the world, to deliver things ranging from critical medicines, mail and money to spare parts and... 


Aerial view of the Hermosa project
Hermosa zinc/lead/silver project, US – update
12th July 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Metso has been awarded orders for the delivery of grinding plant equipment.  


‘5-in-1 Trade Show’ brings important industries, buyers and sellers, together
‘5-in-1 Trade Show’ brings important industries, buyers and sellers, together
10th July 2024

This year’s event is set to be one of the biggest Electra Mining Africa exhibitions to date with over 850 companies exhibiting across six exhibition halls and four sizable outside exhibit areas.... 


Services of the Future
Services of the Future
5th July 2024

By Elijah Daniel, Digital & Software Business Leader, Sub-Saharan Africa at Schneider Electric The continued proliferation of advanced technology solutions is undoubtedly shaping the way companies’... 


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Bottlenecks affecting company’s operations
5th July 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Local supply chain and logistics bottlenecks have significantly impacted on steel trading and distribution company Tradecore Steel’s manufacturing operations. These bottlenecks can be attributed to... 


A Ellicott Dredge Technologies Mud Cat Dredging barge
Partnership set to bolster African mine water sector
5th July 2024

Earlier this year Africa-focused pump supplier Tri-Pump signed an exclusive distributor agreement with US-based industrial equipment and dredging solutions manufacturer Ellicott Dredge Technologies... 


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Companies face compliance hurdles
5th July 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Despite various efforts to align South African standards with international standards to facilitate trade and international collaboration, challenges such as lack of compliance and enforcement, and... 


Panellists discuss state of Africa’s aviation infrastructure, economic regulations
4th July 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

With global air traffic expected to double over the next 20 years, African countries need to ensure the required infrastructure is established to meet the needs for cargo and passenger flights.... 


Schneider Electric Energy Access Asia & Spark+ Africa closes US$3.75M Series A investment in ATEC for Global South Expansions
Schneider Electric Energy Access Asia & Spark+ Africa closes US$3.75M Series A investment in ATEC for Global South Expansions
4th July 2024

ATEC, a global leader in IoT-enabled electric stoves, raises US$3.75M Series A for expansion across Asia and Africa. SEEAA is an impact fund dedicated to investing in start-ups that work towards... 


Bosch Rexroth Africa opens first branch in Côte d'Ivoire
4th July 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Hydraulics, pneumatics and automation group Bosch Rexroth Africa opened its first branch in Côte d'Ivoire, in June, to meet the increasing demand for its hydraulic, pneumatic and automation... 


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