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Specialist diagnosis, repair saves Cat users plenty
29th July 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Specialist expertise and equipment allow Reef Fuel Injection Services to accurately diagnose work-stopping faults in Caterpillar fuel injection systems quickly – getting the machines back on the... 


Platinum Group Metals president and CEO Michael Jones.
China’s vehicle sales rebound bodes well for platinum group metals demand
19th July 2020 By: Martin Creamer

The rebound of car sales and heavy-duty vehicle sales in China bodes well for platinum group metals demand as the world’s coronavirus lockdowns ease. A weekend Kitco News video on Platinum Group... 


Largest Volvo Penta-powered synchronised power generator unit in South Africa installed by Babcock
14th July 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Babcock has been a significant player in the provision of standby and prime power generation solutions in southern Africa since 2006 and has installed the largest Volvo Penta powered synchronised... 


Hydrogen to fuel giant mining trucks in green shift by Anglo
1st July 2020 By: Bloomberg

Anglo American is advancing plans to convert its fleet of giant diesel-fueled mine trucks to hydrogen power as the company seeks to burnish its green credentials. More than 400 mine-haul trucks... 


TRUCK IT
EcoDiesel is making the environment and cost saving benefits of locally manufactured biodiesel better known in South Africa
Advantages of biodiesel highlighted
19th June 2020

Women-owned biodiesel distributor EcoDiesel believes that the solution to South Africa’s current need for an alternative energy source that is efficient, recycles waste and takes care of the... 


BMW SA restarts exports from its Rosslyn plant
BMW SA restarts exports from its Rosslyn plant
11th June 2020 By: Irma Venter

BMW Group South Africa (BMW SA) has restarted exports following the national lockdown to slow the spread of Covid-19. The local arm of the German car maker has dispatched almost 2 000 BMW X3... 


Is there a future for mechanics?
10th June 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

As the electric car movement continues to gain ground, people may question whether there will still be a future for mechanics. Electric cars are not the only threat to traditional mechanical... 


Platinum outlook improving.
Covid, diesel, substitution nudging platinum into sweeter spot
4th June 2020 By: Martin Creamer

Depressed platinum is being nudged into a sweeter spot by a combination of the Covid-19 pandemic, new focus on diesel vehicles, trickling substitution of platinum for palladium and worsening supply... 


Rolls Royce, Daimler to partner in fuel-cell generator alternative for data centres
Rolls Royce, Daimler to partner in fuel-cell generator alternative for data centres
26th May 2020 By: Simone Liedtke

Rolls-Royce Power Systems business unit and Daimler Truck plan to cooperate on stationary fuel-cell generators as carbon dioxide- (CO2-) neutral emergency power generators for safety-critical... 


New emissions blow for VW as German court backs damages claims
25th May 2020 By: Reuters

Volkswagen must pay compensation to owners of vehicles with rigged diesel engines in Germany, a court ruled on Monday, dealing a fresh blow to the automaker almost five years after its emissions... 


Competition Tribunal approves settlement between Commission, Faurecia
19th May 2020 By: Irma Venter

The Competition Tribunal has approved, as an order, a consent agreement between the Competition Commission and Faurecia Emissions Control Technologies South Africa, owned by Faurecia, in France.... 


Lubrication Engineers offers value packs tailored for user needs
4th May 2020

Lubrication Engineers (LE) South Africa is making its industry-leading products available in value packs designed to meet all the lubrication needs of everyday users in agriculture, boating and... 


TRACTORS FOR AFRICA
The new 6B tractors were designed specifically with Africa in mind
New tractor designed for African conditions
1st May 2020 By: Darren Parker

Original-equipment manufacturer John Deere received approval from the National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications to market and sell its new 6B series of tractors in South Africa, following... 


Mandela Mining Precinct can play key role  in navigating industry through Covid-19 crisis
Mandela Mining Precinct can play key role in navigating industry through Covid-19 crisis
24th April 2020 By: Nadine James

Times of crisis and chaos necessitate introspection, creativity and adaptation, and while the Covid-19 pandemic is a challenge that is unprecedented in recent human memory, it highlights how... 


Mandela Mining Precinct can play key role  in navigating industry through Covid-19 crisis
Mandela Mining Precinct can play key role in navigating industry through Covid-19 crisis
24th April 2020 By: Nadine James

Times of crisis and chaos necessitate introspection, creativity and adaptation, and while the Covid-19 pandemic is a challenge that is unprecedented in recent human memory, it highlights how... 


Ford’s Straundale Engine Plant produces for export markets
Ford’s Straundale Engine Plant produces for export markets
23rd April 2020

Automotive company Ford Motor Company South Africa hosted a two-day media tour in February, in Port Elizabeth, in the Eastern Cape, to showcase its engine plant. Mamaili Mamaila tells us more. 


Lubrication Solutions For All Farm Requirements
Lubrication Solutions For All Farm Requirements
19th February 2020

Successful farmers not only understand crop or stock management – they keep an eye on the day-to-day maintenance needs of agricultural equipment too. This may range from large-scale machinery like... 


Great Wall Motors And General Motors Sign An Agreement For Purchase Of Gm Rayong Manufacturing Facility In Thailand.
Great Wall Motors And General Motors Sign An Agreement For Purchase Of Gm Rayong Manufacturing Facility In Thailand.
18th February 2020

Great Wall Motors (GWM) and General Motors (GM) today announced an agreement for the sale of GM Thailand's manufacturing facilities in Rayong, subject to government and regulatory approvals. Under... 


TurboDirect SA continues to grow their blue clip International brands with their latest new exclusive distributor appointment for IHI EMEA TURBO
13th February 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The company provides engineering and manufacturing support from advanced engineering to mass production customers – Their turbos are also first fit for over 30 international vehicle brands... 


MAINTENANCE CRITICAL Operating engines with contaminated oil will accelerate engine wear and significantly reduce the expected engine life
Contamination mainly down to improper maintenance
7th February 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

Incorrect air filter maintenance accounts for 99% of the concern that engine manufacturer Cummins has regarding engine oil contamination in Africa, says Cummins Filtration Africa and the Middle... 


MAGNATEC IN MOTION Castrol’s Magnatec Dual Lock will be available to the South African market in September
Watchdog needed, not more standards
7th February 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

South Africa would be better served by an industry regulator rather than a standards body to ensure compliance with globally accepted lubricant standards, says industrial and automotive lubricants... 


Moving with the times – Pilot Crushtec makes coal crushing simple and mobile
Moving with the times – Pilot Crushtec makes coal crushing simple and mobile
22nd January 2020

If the 21st century has taught us anything, it is that things are changing quicker than ever before. To succeed in the current business landscape, companies need to be agile and tool their... 


Chicago Pneumatic enjoys success in the North at Amandelbult MTE
Chicago Pneumatic enjoys success in the North at Amandelbult MTE
28th October 2019

Chicago Pneumatic has accumulated a string of Mining & Technical Exhibition (MTE) successes over the past year as a long-time lucky draw sponsor of the CPPG5 5.5Kva portable generator at these... 


Scaw Metals’ Scrap Processing Division opts for a green solution
Scaw Metals’ Scrap Processing Division opts for a green solution
22nd October 2019

Scaw Metals’ Scrap Processing Division is the first to use SENNEBOGEN material handlers since the German-manufactured machines joined Babcock’s range of premium construction equipment available in... 


Engine Imports Threaten Sa’s Economic Sustainability
26th September 2019

South Africa needs to wake up quickly to the dire socio-economic impacts of simply importing new engines rather than remanufacturing existing components locally.   South Africa needs to wake up... 


LOOKING AHEAD 
PCF Engineering sees a positive future for pumps used in mining in Africa, especially in artisanal mining
Local demand for gravel pumps declining
13th September 2019 By: Mamaili Mamaila

The demand for gravel pumps in South Africa has been on a steady decline over the past twenty years, says mining equipment manufacturer PCF Engineering managing partner Jan Feldtmann. “At times, it... 


Isuzu South Africa explores alternative fuel solutions for trucks
Isuzu South Africa explores alternative fuel solutions for trucks
9th September 2019 By: Irma Venter

Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAF) has started evaluating two types of trucks that use alternative propulsion technologies, with a view to determine their suitability for the African market. Isuzu... 


Chicago Pneumatic ‘steels’ the MTE show at Steelpoort
Chicago Pneumatic ‘steels’ the MTE show at Steelpoort
3rd September 2019

Chicago Pneumatic has earned the reputation as a hot-spot stand during its participation at the renowned Mining & Technical Exhibitions (MTE). The high-performance tools and equipment specialist... 


Chicago Pneumatic amps up generator productivity levels
Chicago Pneumatic amps up generator productivity levels
29th August 2019

Following hot on the heels of the highly successful Kathu MTE, Chicago Pneumatic demonstrated its world renowned generator portfolio at the Mogalakwena Mining & Technical Exhibition (MTE) on 25... 


INNOVATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
Cummins has been using Euro 5 technology since 2010 and Euro 6 technology since 2014
Alternative methods for emissions control created
23rd August 2019 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

Owing to stringent emission regulations regarding the quality of fuel supplied in South Africa, diesel and alternative fuel engines supplier Cummins South Africa offers engine after-treatment in... 


Europe thinks like China in building its own battery industry
3rd July 2019 By: Bloomberg

The European Union is starting to act like China when it comes to building the batteries that will drive the next generation of cars and trucks. In the past few months, government officials led by... 


FUEL CLEANLINESS
Cummins Filtration launched the Fleetguard portable fuel cleanliness analysis kit earlier this year
Fuel analysis kit can reduce costs for mines
28th June 2019 By: Jessica Oosthuizen

Filtration designer and manufacturer Cummins Filtration’s new Fleetguard portable fuel cleanliness analysis kit can reduce mining companies’ total cost of ownership for equipment using modern... 


BIG DEAL The decision to buy a piece of equipment should always include maintenance elements
Real-time data playing bigger maintenance role
21st June 2019 By: Tracy Hancock

As the world gears up for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, African mines are embracing real-time information management systems to plug the gap left by the shortage of competent maintenance... 


Cummins combats marine pollution with SCR technology
6th June 2019

Cummins is mapping out effective solutions to the challenges of Marpol (maritime pollution), and is assisting customers in navigating current and future regulations. Cummins has responded to the... 


Cummins AME introduces digital solutions to maximise vehicle uptime
Cummins AME introduces digital solutions to maximise vehicle uptime
31st May 2019

There is a growing demand in the Africa and Middle East (AME) region for remote monitoring solutions from Cummins due to the increased prevalence of electronic engines that adhere to the latest... 


Commentators differ on whether recent price slide indicates palladium bubble has burst
Commentators differ on whether recent price slide indicates palladium bubble has burst
31st May 2019 By: Simone Liedtke

Much price volatility is predicted for palladium – primarily an industrial metal for use in autocatalysts – over the next year, driven particularly by unpredictable trade sentiment as the US/China... 


Commentators differ on whether recent price slide indicates palladium bubble has burst
Commentators differ on whether recent price slide indicates palladium bubble has burst
31st May 2019 By: Simone Liedtke

Much price volatility is predicted for palladium – primarily an industrial metal for use in autocatalysts – over the next year, driven particularly by unpredictable trade sentiment as the US/China... 


GRID STABILITY
ABB Ability e-mesh can ensure a stable power grid, even with a high share of renewable energy from various sources
Collaboration gives rise to advanced automation
24th May 2019

UK industrial technology group Rolls Royce Power Systems and automation technology group ABB are in a global partnership on microgrid technology with advanced automation. Together, the two... 


Trailblazer South African contractor diversifies into O&G
16th May 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

M&D Construction Group, a leading South African contracting company, has diversified into the oil and gas (O&G) infrastructure market. The company’s successful entry into this highly-regulated... 


INITIATE INTERVIEW: “We want to be a part of ‘EmPOWERing Africa’. Training, coaching and mentoring of the youth is critical to the success of our future economy”
14th May 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Exclusive interview with Shane Pereira, Business Development Executive at Lesedi Nuclear Services, sponsors of the Initiate! Impact Challenge that is taking place at African Utility Week and... 


Anglo American Platinum CEO Chris Griffith (right) interviewed by Mining Weekly Online's Martin Creamer
Jewellery gives platinum biggest bang for marketing buck by far
25th April 2019 By: Martin Creamer

Marketing investment in the jewellery sector provides platinum with its biggest, best and quickest return by a long shot, with platinum jewellery accounting for 30% of overall platinum demand and... 


Local gas-to-power specialist partners with Italian Pramac to introduce clean and quiet standby gas to power
Local gas-to-power specialist partners with Italian Pramac to introduce clean and quiet standby gas to power
24th April 2019

Sustainable Power Generation, a Cape Town-based company that provides energy solutions in rugged, secure containerised systems, continues to show its mettle in these challenging times. Over the... 


ROLLING AGAIN
ROLLING AGAIN
19th April 2019

Railway engineering company TMH Africa has restarted operations at a 45 000 m2 rolling-stock manufacturing facility, in Boksburg, Gauteng. The facility was acquired in 2018 from DCD Rolling Stock,... 


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