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Vesconite Hilube line shaft bushings have proven successful in seawater lift pumps and oil waste-disposal pumps on the Gulf Coast
Vesconite Hilube revolutionises pump performance on the Gulf Coast
9th December 2024

One of Vesconite Bearings’ innovative bushing materials, Vesconite Hilube, has assisted a US pump manufacturing company on the Gulf Coast in coping with its harsh and highly corrosive operating... 


One of the daggerboard casing bearings that Vesconite Bearings has produced
Over 80 daggerboard bearings produced by Vesconite Bearings
9th December 2024

Vesconite Bearings has produced more than 80 daggerboard casing bearings for yachts and performance boats worldwide. This is according to marine sales representative Leanre Coetzee, who has... 


A 58 mm-high cup liner for the rail industry that was moulded using solar power
Vesconite Bearings powers new machine with solar energy
9th December 2024

Vesconite Bearings is excited to announce that most parts produced on its new 450-ton injection-moulding machine have been proudly labelled "Manufactured with Solar Power” following the machine’s... 


Brasco Filtration: Setting the standard in industrial filtration excellence
Brasco Filtration: Setting the standard in industrial filtration excellence
9th December 2024

Industrial filtration service provider Brasco Filtration was honored to be invited by a leading international foundry in the Western Cape to tender for the refurbishment of a large, critical... 


Image of ITER vacuum vessel reactor – Unit 5
International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor project, France – update
6th December 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The fourth and final vacuum vessel sector has been delivered. 


Umbogintwini bridge to be upgraded with modern construction engineering technology – Sanral
15th November 2024 By: Schalk Burger

The Umbogintwini River Bridge, on the N2 in KwaZulu-Natal, is part of the R50-billion upgrade programme of the N2 and N3 freeways in the province, and advanced engineering technology will in future... 


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Detecting misalignment, imbalance and bearing issues to enhance performance
15th November 2024

Electrical rotating machines are the workhorses of many industrial applications, driving everything from manufacturing machines to mining equipment. The performance and longevity of these... 


AIH Capital’s AIH Fund 1 acquires 49% equity interest in HDC
14th November 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

AIH Fund I, under the management of private equity fund manager AIH Capital, has closed a second deal with High Duty Castings (HDC), resulting in the fund now owning 49% of the manufacturing... 


Image of two Grindex Bravo 500 pumps from Integrated Pump Technology
Pumps aid resource recovery and gold mining reprocessing
8th November 2024

A South African gold mine has successfully used slurry pumps to reprocess extremely dense gold-bearing slurry from a return water dam which was identified as a valuable source gold. The mining... 


The above image depicts the HKT split roller bearings
Split bearings improve performance in difficult applications
8th November 2024

Split bearings offer improved performance in difficult applications, says products supplier BMG, noting that this is particularly true when the replacement of standard mounted bearings involves the... 


The above image depicts SKF and voestalpine Wire Technology spherical roller bearing prototype
Collaboration produces first successful H-DRI prototype bearing
8th November 2024

Engineering consultant SKF and steel-based technology company voestalpine Wire Technology earlier this year successfully produced the first prototype bearing made from steel that contains hydrogen... 


The above image depicts B.E.D. industrial bearing specialist Lingesh Naidoo
System enhances bearing lifespan, reducing costs
8th November 2024 By: Lynne Davies

Bearings are vital components in machinery, as their performance directly impacts on productivity and equipment lifespan, among other key performance metrics, and fastener specialists Bolt and... 


Alastair Gerrard, Executive Energy Systems at WEG Africa
Scope for private Steam turbines to feed grid, says WEG Africa
31st October 2024

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... 


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Diagnostic services optimise operations and protect critical plant assets
24th October 2024

Early diagnosis of potential problems before they escalate is key to the protection of critical plant assets and the optimisation of operations, says bearing and seal manufacturing specialist SKF.... 


A South African gold mining operation successfully deployed Grindex Bravo 500 slurry pumps from Integrated Pump Technology to reprocess slurry from its surface return water dam
Grindex Bravo 500 pump provides robust solution for gold mining reprocessing
16th October 2024

In a strategic move to optimise resource recovery, a South African gold mining operation successfully deployed Grindex Bravo 500 slurry pumps from Integrated Pump Technology to reprocess slurry... 


Image of a bearing splashing into a glass of beer with beer bottles in background
Polymer bearings speed up beer bottling
15th October 2024

A Belgian brewery is using lubricant-free polymer bearings in the brewing of its Trappist beer – a brand also widely sold in the South African market. The maintenance-free bearings eliminate the... 


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Proper electrical rotating machine alignment reduces wear and tear
11th October 2024

In the world of electrical rotating machines, proper alignment plays a critical role in the longevity, efficiency and reliability of equipment. Misalignment, whether angular or parallel, is one of... 


Condra to supply new cranes, refurbish others at new steel premises
4th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Crane manufacturer Condra Cranes is manufacturing three new cranes and refurbishing 14 others as certified steel round bar, hollow bar and plate supplier Special Steels moves to bigger premises.... 


20-metre-span Condra crane refurbished for a mine (not for Special Steels)
Specials Steels expands to Roodekop
18th September 2024

( Virtual Showroom )Special Steels, a leading national supplier of certified steel round bar, hollow bar and plate to South Africa’s engineering, mining and manufacturing sectors, is moving. The... 


Image of SEW MOVI-C drive technology from SEW-EURODRIVE
Greater selection of planetary drives available locally
14th September 2024

A greater selection of planetary drives has been introduced into South Africa and includes SEW-EURODRIVE’s SEW PPK series and the SEW P2.e series of planetary gear units. SEW-EURODRIVE company’s... 


A generic image of a slurry pump
Company extends pump range
13th September 2024

Slurry pump technology company Goodwin Submersible Pumps Africa has extended its range of slurry pumps for the mining industry to include an acid-resistant super duplex stainless steel (SDSS)... 


DGC Africa powering Africa’s future
DGC Africa powering Africa’s future
9th September 2024

Mining services company DGC Africa, a member of the Dickinson Group, is powering Africa’s future through innovative asset integrity and industrial solutions for the mining and metallurgy, glass,... 


Vesconite Hilube bushings last 20 years on restored 1950 Morgan Series 1
Vesconite Hilube bushings last 20 years on restored 1950 Morgan Series 1
9th September 2024

Vesconite Hilube bushings have proven their durability and superior performance by operating for 20 years without noticeable wear on a restored 1950 4-seater Morgan Series 1. This remarkable... 


Image of Bolt Torque worker industrial site and
Distribution agreement extends bolting solutions for industry
6th September 2024

Bolt and Engineering Distributors (B.E.D.) group has announced a new distribution agreement with torque and tensioning company Bolt Torque, which holds a range of manual, hydraulic, electric and... 


SEW-Eurodrive national sales and marketing manager Jonathan McKey
SEW-EURODRIVE ‘closes the loop’ with more diverse range of drives, automation, sustainability solutions
2nd September 2024 By: Darren Parker

Power train solutions company SEW-EURODRIVE has announced that it is rolling out a wider selection of planetary drives as part of its ‘close the loop’ strategy, geared at servicing more industry... 


The above image depicts the Vesconite thrust washer on the Bucher CM50 grinding machine
Vesconite product outperforms bronze thrust washer
30th August 2024

Polymer supplier Vesconite Bearings’ thrust washer has managed to outlast the bronze thrust washer on a Bucher CM50 grinding machine at a large fruit juice concentrate producer. The reports that... 


Electra Mining Africa 2024: Where inspiration and innovation meet
Electra Mining Africa 2024: Where inspiration and innovation meet
29th August 2024

In the dynamic and ever-evolving mining industry, staying ahead of the latest innovations and trends is crucial. Oil and gas multinational Shell understands the importance of balancing operational... 


HALF-A-CENTURY BMG marks 50 years of business this year
BMG’s 50-year legacy on display
26th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Marking 50 years in business this year, BMG has much to celebrate at this year’s Electra Mining Africa. As a complete process solutions provider to all industry sectors, BMG offers customers access... 


Klüber Lubrication
23rd August 2024

Together Beyond Lubrication Without specialty lubricants, many aspects of our technical world would grind to a halt. Drive units would fail, machines would stop producing, and water wouldn't flow... 


Vesconite Bearings reflects on record-breaking bearing during Olympics
Vesconite Bearings reflects on record-breaking bearing during Olympics
13th August 2024

As the world celebrates the Olympic Games this month, Vesconite Bearings is reminded of a remarkable achievement in its history—the production of the largest bearing it has ever created.  This... 


Vesconite beats bronze at fruit concentrate producer
Vesconite beats bronze at fruit concentrate producer
13th August 2024

A Vesconite thrust washer has outlasted bronze on a Bucher CM50 grinding machine at a large fruit juice concentrate producer. Reports received from the producer were that the Vesconite washer... 


An image of a worker inserting the flow grease into a pivot gearbox
Products well-received by agricultural sector
9th August 2024

Industrial and manufacturing product supplier Bearing Man Group (BMG) has increased its product inventory portfolio, having added two lubrication products to its Boerslim/Smartfarming portfolio a... 


Image of SKF LGNL 3 grease container
Lithium-free grease caters to range of industrial applications
8th August 2024

A new lithium-free grease is said to outperform lithium-based greases on several parameters including mechanical stability, load carrying capacity, wear protection and grease life. The SKF LGNL 3... 


BROAD RANGE Floval manufactures a range of multi-function control valves for liquid applications, including pressure reducing, pressure relief and sustaining, level control, deluge control and solenoid-operated isolation valve systems
Company focuses on client needs
2nd August 2024

The ability to identity a customer’s bottom line requirements, and to provide a fit-for-purpose project package, is what valves company Floval Control Valves focuses on. Since its foundation, the... 


A generic image of a railway locomotive
Long-standing relationships key
26th July 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Engineered Bearings and Industrial Motion product supplier Timken states that its ability to build meaningful business relationships in the railway industry over the past 90 years has provided a... 


Image of Tapered roller bearing
Tapered roller bearings improve dump truck reliability
25th July 2024

Machine reliability is key to ensuring sustainable mining operations and the smooth operation of dump trucks is especially critical in keeping mine production optimal. SKF says its Explorer tapered... 


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Caltex Delo paves the way for heavy duty synthetics
25th July 2024

Synthetics deliver on performance and lower emissions. As fuel prices rise, delivery deadlines tighten and truck drivers become scarce, fleet operators are seeking ways to streamline operations and... 


SKF and Duracar announce strategic partnership to advance sustainable electric vehicle technology
SKF and Duracar announce strategic partnership to advance sustainable electric vehicle technology
18th July 2024 By: Dimpho Madiba

SKF, a global leader in bearing technology and manufacturing, is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with Duracar, an innovative company specializing in light electric vehicles (LEVs).... 


A gloved hand holding a securing washer made by Nord-Lock
CE marked washer range offered by distributor
12th July 2024

The Swedish wedge-locking solutions manufacturer Nord-Lock range of securing washers, distributed and supported by industrial equipment supplier BMG, is reportedly the only brand on the market that... 


Image of the Kusile power station
Kusile power plant project, South Africa – update
5th July 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Unit 5 was transferred to Eskom's generation division on June 30. 


Invicta reports increase in operating profit despite challenges
24th June 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

In its audited consolidated results for the financial year ended March 31, investment holding and management company Invicta Holdings reports that its operating profit grew by 8% to R702-million,... 


New SKF LGNL 3 grease can take the load
New SKF LGNL 3 grease can take the load
24th June 2024

SKF is proud to introduce its new LGNL 3 general purpose, high load bearing grease that caters to the lubrication requirements of a wide range of industries and applications. “One of our primary... 


Image of SKF Cooper split bearing wire-cut inner and outer ring
Speeding up bearing replacement
14th June 2024

An innovative time-saving solution aims to simplify the removal and replacement of bearings in a trapped position on a shaft and eliminate the need for realignment of the driveline. This process... 


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