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Mitigating the cost and perils of downtime in mining
14th September 2022

When it comes to mining, the cost of downtime in a single shift can run into the millions. Here’s how Astron Energy can play a role in minimising the loss of productivity on site. 


Cummins Range scoping proves positive
12th September 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

A scoping study for the Cummins Range rare earths project, in Western Australia, has demonstrated a viable project, with ASX-listed RareX now starting a prefeasibility study in the third quarter of... 


Know the drill with Atlas Copco’s high pressure DrillAir compressors
8th September 2022

Atlas Copco’s high pressure DrillAir compressor range offers the perfect drilling solution to meet drill operators’ objective of drilling the maximum number of meters per day at the minimum cost... 


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Education helps company empower women in technical fields
26th August 2022 By: Cameron Mackay

Power technology provider Cummins invests in many corporate responsibility initiatives (CRI) to assist in increasing access to technical careers for young girls from school level onwards. These... 


Flanagan Bore proves up for Black Canyon
18th August 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

A scoping study into the Flanagan Bore manganese project, in Western Australia, has confirmed that the project could produce at an average rate of 1.8-million tonnes a year over a 20-year mine... 


Soil compactor offers high value with efficiency
5th August 2022

One of South Africa’s largest compaction machine suppliers ELB Equipment offers clients the Ammann ARS 122 soil compactor, which is an industry leader in compaction efficiency. “The Ammann ARS 122... 


Appointment of first female CEO and President – Cummins Inc. is serious about transformation
29th July 2022

The appointment of Jennifer Rumsey as President and CEO of Cummins, the seventh CEO and first woman to lead the company since it was founded in 1919, is a beacon of the strides that the global... 


A green hydrogen economy depends on this little-known machine
22nd July 2022 By: Bloomberg

Solar power depends on the solar cell. Wind power, the wind turbine. The key to the green hydrogen economy is a little-known machine with a name out of 1950s sci-fi — the electrolyser. And after a... 


Cummins offers an ideal power ecosystem for Independent Power Producers
21st July 2022

By Warrick Gibbens, Power Generation Leader, Cummins Southern Africa While Cummins has traditionally focused on diesel technology, it continually embraces innovative new solutions. This makes it a... 


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Cotton On unveils new environment-, staff-friendly head office, distribution centre
21st July 2022 By: Donna Slater

Australian fashion retailer the Cotton On Group (COG) has invested R300-million in new custom-built headquarters and a distribution centre in Waterfall City, Midrand, which it officially launched... 


Jennifer Rumsey promoted to President and CEO of Cummins; Tom Linebarger to serve as Chairman of the Board and Executive Chairman
18th July 2022

Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) has announced that, effective 1 August 2022, Tom Linebarger will end his term as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Jennifer Rumsey, President and Chief Operating Officer... 


Komatsu's latest tunnel boring machine
Komatsu to trial new-gen tunnel borer at Codelco mine
8th July 2022 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Japan-based equipment manufacturer Komatsu has partnered with Chilean State-owned miner Codelco to trial a new tunnel excavation method using a newly launched tunnel boring machine (TBM). The trial... 


Cummins celebrates women engineers and the women in STEM
27th June 2022

International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) is celebrated on June 23 every year to honour the exceptional achievements of women engineers worldwide. The theme for 2022 celebrates Inventors and... 


Cummins offers a quick turnaround, latest technology for marine customers
23rd June 2022

Cummins marine customers have limited time to spend in dock for any repairs or maintenance, which means an effective response and quick turnaround time is essential. To gauge the specific... 


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Italian Club chooses Bedfordview specialist to keep lights on
15th April 2022 By: Tracy Hancock

The Italian Club Johannesburg, in Bedfordview, has invested about R1-million in the installation of a fully automated 275 kVA generator from privately-owned generator specialist Elegen to power its... 


Cummins MRC network caters for all customer requirements in the AME region
31st March 2022

PowerHub MRC mainly services the mining industry in Southern Africa, while the Dubai MRC focuses mainly on power generation and marine. Cummins has a world-class customer service and support... 


A determined woman makes significant inroads in the Qatar power generation industry to enlarge Cummins’ footprint
10th March 2022

One of the employees who assisted in launching Cummins Qatar in 2012 was Mireille Geha, the very first woman in the Power Generation Business Leader role in the region. From her initial role as... 


SVI Engineering expands into Saudi Arabia
7th March 2022 By: Schalk Burger

Local armoured products specialist manufacturer SVI Engineering has expanded into Saudi Arabia and plans to develop and manufacture a variety of armoured vehicles and military solutions in the... 


RareX raises exploration funds
3rd March 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Junior RareX will raise A$10-million through an institutional placement to fund resource growth at its Cummins Range rare earths project, in Western Australia. The company on Thursday announced... 


Tharisa, Liebherr start testing of more efficient mining machines in pursuit of ESG goals
1st March 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Dual-listed Tharisa announces that three Liebherr mining machines with more efficient engines and fuel systems have been delivered to the Tharisa mine in the Bushveld Complex, and have begun... 


Invicta to acquire aftermarket heavy-duty diesel engine parts supplier
3rd January 2022 By: Marleny Arnoldi

JSE-listed investment manager Invicta Holdings has entered into an agreement with International Holdings and Investments and KMP Holdings MD Chen Chin Linn to acquire all the share capital of KMP... 


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More growth expected for diesel generators
3rd December 2021 By: Darren Parker

South Africa’s diesel generator market is expected to grow at a compound yearly growth rate of more than 2% from 2020 to 2025, according to a report released this year by research organisation... 


Cummins invests in Sion Power to develop lithium metal technology
2nd December 2021

Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) has entered into an agreement with Sion Power Corporation, a leading developer of high-energy rechargeable battery technology, to design and supply battery cells based on... 


Cummins offers a range of solutions for load shedding and back-up power
29th November 2021

Cummins’ technology is particularly suited to dealing with load shedding due to features such as full load acceptance for critical equipment. A full range of alternative power solutions is... 


Supply resilient amid Covid
26th November 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

Despite the ongoing global impact of the pandemic on various industries, including the African mining industry, power systems provider Cummins has prioritised measures to ensure that it meets... 


Power generation remains the dominant market segment for Cummins in the Middle East
15th November 2021

From dense urban areas to remote locations, communities and operations of every application and industry rely on robust, flexible and fully integrated power systems on demand or full-time,... 


Cummins South Africa achieves Level 4 B-BBEE Contributor status
21st October 2021

Cummins South Africa (Pty) Ltd. is now officially a Level 4 B-BBEE Contributor, having progressed from its previous Level 8 B-BBEE Contributor status. “It is a significant milestone for both... 


A range of Cummins Genuine Kits available to cater for diverse repair practices and budgets
19th October 2021

If Cummins-powered equipment is nearing any service event, it is time to consider the use of Cummins Genuine Parts or kits. A comprehensive range of kits is available to meet the repair practices... 


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Vantage to build R15bn data centre in Waterfall City
13th October 2021 By: Schalk Burger

Data centre multinational Vantage Data Centers plans to invest more than R15‐billion to build its first‐ever African campus, which will be based in the mixed-use precinct Waterfall City. The 80 MW... 


Cummins appoints new dealers in the Southern Africa region
4th October 2021

Consistent with its strategic vision of innovating for customers to power their success, Cummins is constantly looking for new ways to serve its customer base. Therefore, it has implemented the... 


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Women empowered through network
27th August 2021 By: Anna Moross

Cummins Africa Middle East’s Distribution business human resources director, Lebohang Mosese, has played an integral role in the company as the leader of the women's network and has first-hand... 


Non-Genuine parts affect performance and warranty, warns Cummins
20th July 2021

Counterfeit products illegally make use of Cummins trademarks, copyrights and/or patents. A counterfeit product is any Non-Genuine product with a Cummins logo, whereas so-called ‘will-fit’ parts... 


Cummins marine segment benefits from oil-price surge
20th July 2021

The surge in the oil price has helped Cummins’ marine segment, especially in the Middle East, where its clients are contractors and service providers to major players like Abu Dhabi National Oil... 


Cummins Arabia announces the official launch of Cummins Kuwait
20th July 2021

Cummins has announced the addition of Cummins Kuwait to its strong distribution network. Cummins Kuwait is a subsidiary of Cummins Arabia, a joint venture between Cummins Inc., USA and the Olayan... 


Women leaders at Cummins are at the coalface of supply chain and people management during Covid-19
20th July 2021

Working for Cummins has resulted in exposure to amazing mentors and peers who recognise talent and nurture development – male and female alike, says Nancy Chakabuda, Internal Controls Director at... 


Cummins ReCon® Parts and Engines reduce downtime and running costs
20th July 2021

Engines from Cummins have a global reputation for delivering exceptional value over the entire lifespan of the equipment. However, a time is eventually reached when major components need to be... 


WPIC encourages use of platinum-using PEMs for overcoming energy storage problems
14th July 2021 By: Donna Slater

The World Platinum Investment Council (WPIC) reports that, as renewable energy solutions are increasingly rolled out around the globe, technologies that can smooth their power deliverance are also... 


Black Canyon’s Flanagan Bore prospect returns extensive mineralisation
10th June 2021 By: Donna Slater

ASX-listed manganese, copper and cobalt explorer Black Canyon reports that a field assessment of its Flanagan Bore manganese prospect in the Pilbara, Western Australia, has confirmed the presence... 


JACK OF ALL TRADES The robust earthmoving machines are suitable for operation in various industries such as roadworks, mining, construction, agriculture and landscaping
Company boosts range with new grader
28th May 2021 By: Khutso Maphatsoe

Construction equipment supplier HPE Africa has supplied various companies with earthmoving equipment for mining applications across the country in recent months. The equipment includes Hyundai... 


The world economy is suddenly running low on everything
17th May 2021 By: Bloomberg

A year ago, as the pandemic ravaged country after country and economies shuddered, consumers were the ones panic-buying. Today, on the rebound, it’s companies furiously stocking up. Mattress... 


TAKING STRIDES
Cummins in South Africa partners with original-equipment manufacturers as part of its R&D strategies
Manufacturer gears forth despite pandemic
14th May 2021 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

Amid ongoing research and development (R&D) of diesel engines for trucks and other vehicles, and the optimisation of engine emissions, US engine designer, manufacturer and distributor Cummins in... 


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CPC Group of Companies
30th April 2021

At CPC Group of Companies our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Our values are evident in our daily conduct, as we believe that we all deal with our customers in a fair and forthright... 


RareX mulls demerger and IPO
23rd April 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Junior RareX has announced plans to spin-out its nickel/copper/platinum-group element (PGE) and gold assets into a separately listed company. RareX said on Friday that the decision to pursue a... 


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