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FLY-AWAYS
With low-pressure misting solutions, water droplets dampen the dust and limit its volatility
Low-pressure mist solution effectively mitigates dust
11th September 2020 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

To mitigate fugitive dust emissions at mining operations, environmental solutions company I-CAT offers end-to-end integrated dust-management solutions that comply with all relevant industry... 


UP ORE DOWN
Wagons manufactured by Columbus Stainless using 3CR12 transport ore for substantially longer with less degradation than those made of mild steel or other materials
Specialised steel extends life of ore wagons
31st July 2020 By: Halima Frost

Stainless steel manufacturer Columbus Stainless advocates that the much longer life span of ore wagons achieved using 3CR12, makes it clear why stainless steel is the cost-effective choice for... 


A Weba Chute Systems team conducting on-site inspections
Managing chute assets helps cut maintenance costs
17th July 2020

Under today’s demanding economic conditions, many mines could improve the impact of their maintenance expenditure by regularly monitoring and recording wear data on transfer points. This is... 


Company leverages 20 years’ experience to benefit clients
3rd July 2020

The selection of suitable equipment for specific earthmoving tasks is critical, not only to optimise productivity, but to also ensure efficient capital expenditure, minimal downtime and safety on... 


SMOOTH OPERATOR 
Custom engineered Weba Chute Systems offer major advantages to mining operations
Chute design’s complexity necessitates credible supplier
29th May 2020

The prevailing perception that anyone can build a transfer chute, and that the construction is little more than platework, is one that has lured companies into thinking that chute manufacture... 


A custom-engineered Weba transfer point solution being installed at a diamond mine in Botswana.
Custom-designed chutes installed in mines across Africa
22nd May 2020

Custom-designed transfer point solutions aimed at providing controlled material flow, improved dust control, extended wear life and reduced maintenance downtime, are operational in various mines... 


Industry learns the complexity of chute design – the hard way
23rd April 2020

Chute design is one of the most complex, and under-rated, aspects of materials handling – as a number of large equipment suppliers have discovered to their cost. “As a company with 30 years of... 


Weir Minerals Linard® modular anti-abrasion panels improve wear life in high impact applications
15th April 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Conveniently interlocked Linard® modular anti-abrasion panels with ceramic and chromium white iron inserts can be replaced individually in as little as four minutes.  Developed by Weir Minerals’... 


Thermaspray during Covid-19 lockdown
7th April 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

During the South African COVID-19 lockdown, Thermaspray is able to provide critical maintenance and refurbishment services to essential service companies such as Power Generation, Essential Mining,... 


Enduron vibrating screen from Weir Minerals
Improved local design for vibrating screens
20th March 2020

A new generation of linear motion vibrating screens is now being locally designed and manufactured in South Africa. According to Weir Minerals Africa, this design capability provides the... 


Niche Expertise In Custom Chute Design Pays Off For Mines
18th March 2020

While being a relatively minor cost component on a mining operation, a well-designed transfer chute punches well above its weight in sustaining uptime and productivity. This is where Weba Chute... 


Australasia Agency Adds To Chute Expert’s Global Reach
2nd March 2020

With its sights set on increased business in Australasia, Weba Chute Systems has concluded an agency agreement with Melbourne-based Mincore. The move marks another significant step in the South... 


Improved Local Design Of Enduron Vibrating Screens By Weir Minerals
Improved Local Design Of Enduron Vibrating Screens By Weir Minerals
13th February 2020

With its extensive range of Enduron® vibrating screens proven in the field, Weir Minerals Africa is now locally designing and manufacturing new-generation linear motion vibrating screens. South... 


 	EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Multotec cannot do without its 1 600 factory workers, as the manufacture of some of its products is labour intensive
Equipment supplier advancing 4IR offering
24th January 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

The development of an intelligent cyclone by minerals processing equipment supplier Multotec is at an advanced stage, Multotec South African Operations CEO Rikus Immink tells Mining Weekly. Through... 


Locally Manufactured Wear Lining For Fine Slurry Abrasion Applications
31st October 2019

Engineered to provide superior wear performance to counter fine slurry abrasion, Linacure® 40 is locally manufactured by Weir Minerals Africa. This uncured natural rubber compound is suitable for... 


Systems eliminate material degradation
17th October 2019

Correct handling of the discharge and transfer of bulk materials can greatly impact a number of aspects of a company’s production process - from staff safety to profitability. The uncontrolled... 


CUSTOM COLLABORATION
The solution developed by Weba Chute in collaboration with Kwatani promises direct savings in terms of mill bearings, as well as less mill downtime
Local manufacturers solve gold mine’s milling issues
4th October 2019

Specially designed ore silo chutes from transfer solutions provider Weba Chute Systems will be installed at a South African gold mine to reduce mill wear and other processing challenges caused by... 


Weba Chute Systems Eliminate Material Degradation
Weba Chute Systems Eliminate Material Degradation
16th August 2019

Uncontrolled discharge of bulk materials is undeniably linked to increased material degradation. And material degradation, in turn, affects final product quality and the bottom line. Weba Chute... 


SMOOTH TRANSITION 
Weba Chute Systems is officially diversifying its client base, having infrequently participated in non-mining projects over the years
Specialist moves to diversify into agriculture, food & bev
16th August 2019 By: Nadine James

Gauteng-based material transfer specialist Weba Chute Systems is diversifying its client base, officially venturing into the agricultural, food and beverage and paper and pulp industries, says Weba... 


SHIPLOADING
A mobile shiploader, combined with the benefits of a receiving unit, offers a more viable alternative to fixed conveyor installations
Harbours increase efficiency with handling equipment
2nd August 2019

Investment in the latest dry-bulk cargo and container handling equipment significantly improves efficiencies at ports and terminals and minimises the environmental impact of handling operations,... 


Continued demand for TAKRAF Africa’s range of technologies from across the commodity spectrum
Continued demand for TAKRAF Africa’s range of technologies from across the commodity spectrum
23rd July 2019

Key equipment supplier, TAKRAF Africa, part of the global Tenova TAKRAF group, is handing over a complete woodchip conveying package as part of an expansion to a specialized cellulose production... 


Weba Chute Systems
Weba Chute Systems
2nd July 2019

Effective transfer of materials in chutes is a pressing issue for all mines. With the spotlight firmly on increasing productivity through more effective discharge of materials, coupled with... 


The RopeCon system transports at least 909 t of material every hour
Ropeway system links mining areas
7th May 2019

A system to transport platinum ore has recently been implemented by South African mining company Booysendal Platinum, a subsidiary of Northam Platinum Limited. The system consists of a flat belt... 


Mintek cracks spiral automation
Mintek cracks spiral automation
3rd May 2019 By: Tracy Hancock

An actuation mechanism developed by South Africa’s national mineral research organisation Mintek has been demonstrated to increase metallurgical performance at spiral plants. Spiral separators are... 


ON SCHEDULE
surface infrastructure and processing equipment are advancing to plan
Underground copper project start remains on track
19th April 2019

Copper ore company Nevada Copper has confirmed that its Pumpkin Hollow underground copper project remains on target to start production in the fourth quarter this year. Pumpkin Hollow is located in... 


Plant Efficiency At Risk Without Careful Chute Design
Plant Efficiency At Risk Without Careful Chute Design
8th April 2019

The efficiency of crushers, screens, mills and other large equipment in a minerals processing plant can be severely undermined if the chutes at transfer points are not doing a proper job. Mark... 


PIETER UYS 
The vibrating equipment is made out of stainless steel, which decreases the chances of the sugar being contaminated
Vibrating equipment ensures effective sugar processing
29th March 2019

Owing to its large footprint in KwaZulu-Natal, vibration-equipment manufacturer Vipro Vibrating Products caters to the front-end, back-end and packing processes in the sugar processing plant. The... 


DAM BIG JOB Dams are lined in compliance with environmental regulations and best practice
Contractor building infrastructure at Belfast mine
15th March 2019

Construction contractor Concor Infrastructure has been awarded the job of building dams, roads, platforms and other civil works at diversified miner Exxaro’s new digital coal mine near Belfast, in... 


Weba Chute Mechanism Saves Costs, Downtime At Diamond Mine
4th February 2019

Challenging materials handling applications are the norm for Weba Chute Systems, and the company’s recent solution at a diamond mine in Botswana tackled the issue of large particle sizes to ensure... 


Weba Technology Tests And Reduces Dust Levels For Mines
Weba Technology Tests And Reduces Dust Levels For Mines
12th December 2018

In the interests of workplace health and safety, Weba Chute Systems has developed and patented certain flow designs for its equipment that keep dust levels as low as possible. According to Izak... 


Transfer Points Can Contribute To High Maintenance Costs
Transfer Points Can Contribute To High Maintenance Costs
30th October 2017

Although transfer points potentially contribute to some of the highest maintenance costs on a mine, engineers seldom view transfer systems as a critical element of the minerals processing system.... 


Welding Alloys South Africa & KRAM Engineering
Welding Alloys South Africa & KRAM Engineering
22nd September 2017

As the market leader in engineered wear-protection solutions and flux-cored welding wire technology, WASA has been servicing the sub-Saharan Africa market since 1976. WASA is part of the Welding... 


Success at C-Cut, but  earlier design input needed
Success at C-Cut, but earlier design input needed
8th September 2017 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Wear solutions provider Rio-Carb completed a liner supply project for diamond miner Petra Diamonds’ Cullinan mine, near Pretoria, in Gauteng, in June.  


Weba Chute Systems Reduce Material Degradation, Dust And Noise In Steel Plant
Weba Chute Systems Reduce Material Degradation, Dust And Noise In Steel Plant
15th July 2016

The recent installation of three Weba Chute Systems at the Isdemir Steel Plant in Turkey has significantly reduced noise levels as well as material degradation and dust levels. Alwin Nienaber,... 


SETTING MILESTONES
The 60/109 primary gyratory crusher weighs 580 t and has a throughput of 3 500 t/h
Tenova Takraf supplies largest spare for Sishen’s primary gyratory crusher
19th February 2016 By: Mia Breytenbach

Opencast mining, materials handling and air environmental specialist Tenova TAKRAF Africa will manufacture and supply one of the largest spares – a top and bottom shell for a primary gyratory... 


COMPLETE MAKEOVER
Metso’s solution included gathering and analysing field data from the chutes, a new liner design and the manufacture of three discharge chutes
New service solution improves productivity at Chilean copper mines
2nd October 2015 By: Ilan Solomons

The implementation of diversified engineering and mining group Metso’s integrated service and product offering has resulted in a significant efficiency boost for the minerals transportation process... 


THE MARTIN QB1 CLEANER 
The QB1 uses high-grade polyurethane and a unique tensioning mechanism that helps provide a cleaner belt and a longer blade life at a lower cost
Newly launched products improve conveyor safety
14th August 2015 By: Kimberley Smuts

Bulk materials handling solutions provider Martin Engineering launched two new products in January and February respectively – the Martin Roller Tracker (MRT) and Martin QB1 primary belt cleaner.... 


PRODUCT SUPPLY INCREASED 
Dryer Drums used in the paper industry requires coatings for non-stick high release, easy cleanabiltiy and traction
New coating solution a first in South Africa
17th July 2015 By: Kimberley Smuts

Local thermal spray coating and plasma transferred arc (PTA) cladding services provider Thermaspray is the first company in South Africa to introduce an array of coatings from US-based corrosion,... 


Ludman Industries Introduces Electro-Hydraulic Roll Gap
25th June 2014

Milwaukee, Ludman Industries, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is proud to introduce a new - smaller size - modern style flaking mill with 10-inch diameter rolls. This new design is based on best in... 


GEARING DOWN Power station maintenance will be reduced as much as possible during winter
Eskom braces for tough winter
16th May 2014 By: Ilan Solomons

State-owned power utility Eskom will scale down its plans to repair power plants during winter to ensure the country has sufficient electricity supply during this period, Energy Minister Dikobe Ben... 


DAVE MARTIN Columbus Stainless is also developing a 301 grade stainless steel as a cheaper alternative to 304 for use in the manufacturing of a variety of products
Local range of cost-effective lean duplex stainless steels launched
25th October 2013 By: Ilan Solomons

Stainless steel flat products producer Columbus Stainless introduced a new range of lean duplex stainless steels in 2010, which offers a cost-effective alternative to conventional austenitic... 


New screening and crushing product increases reliability
4th October 2013

US-based manufacturer of screening and crushing products IRock reports that its newly developed Magnum primary crusher, which is a high-performance four-bar impactor with heavy duty components,... 


New R140m Richards Bay ship-loader to be operational by April
16th January 2013

Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) has confrimed that it has procured a R140-million general bulk ship-loader for the Port of Richards Bay. Engineering company Sandvik managed the procurement of the... 


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