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Olympic Dam copper mine halted on power outages, severe electrical storms
Olympic Dam copper mine halted on power outages, severe electrical storms
Updated 5 hours ago By: Reuters

Global miner BHP's Olympic Dam copper mine faces power disruptions after severe electrical storms ravaged transmission infrastructure in the northern regions of South Australia, a company... 


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Wilpinjong mine, Australia
18th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

A coal mine about 40 km north-east of Mudgee, in New South Wales. 


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Prieska Copper Zinc Mine, South Africa – update
18th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The mine is operational and has undertaken trial mining. 


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Risk Mitigation Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme, South Africa – update
18th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientso Ramokgopa has said that the Karpowership deal "is dead in the water". 


Don Turvey is the newly appointed CEO of Cornish Metals
Vision Blue extends £7m to Cornish Metals
17th October 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Aim- and TSX-V-listed explorer and developer Cornish Metals has received more backing from shareholder Vision Blue Resources, with a £7-million credit facility to support the South Crofty tin... 


WearCheck Technical Bulletin 91 – Sliding through time Part 4 of 4
17th October 2024

( Virtual Showroom )In part three of Lubrication from Stone Age to Modern Age (Technical Bulletin 90), we glided through a mere 20 years of fascinating lubrication history and left off towards the... 


Airbus, Toshiba to cooperate on superconducting technologies
16th October 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

Europe-based global major aerospace group Airbus has announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Airbus UpNext, has entered a partnership with Japan-based global major electronics group Toshiba’s... 


DFFE encourages South Africans to take e-waste to collection points
14th October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) encourages the public to recycle their e-waste and take unused electronics to their nearest e-waste collection points. International... 


BHP awards NRW a Jimblebar contract
BHP awards NRW a Jimblebar contract
11th October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Diversified miner BHP has awarded NRW Civil and Mining a development contract for the Jimblebar mine, east of Newman in the Pilbara. The contact, valued at A$109-million, includes various civil,... 


FLEXIBLE SOLUTION
The Multiflo diesel driven pontoon offers a flexible, mobile dewatering solution
Strategic approach enables effective dewatering
11th October 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

A key challenge in dewatering operations that are electrically operated lies within the interfacing, particularly when dealing with pumps at remote mining operations. This challenge involves the... 


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How DigiMine is building next generation of tech-savvy, socially aware mining engineers
11th October 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

As the global mining industry increasingly adopts technology, such as AI and automation, partnerships between academia and industry are poised to play a pivotal role in ensuring the continuous... 


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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... 


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Prothane Industrial
11th October 2024

In existence since July 1990, Prothane Industrial started production with castable polyurethane products, expanding later to high tech polyurethane spraying products, rubber lining and various... 


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How DigiMine is building next generation of tech-savvy, socially aware mining engineers
11th October 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

As the global mining industry increasingly adopts technology, such as AI and automation, partnerships between academia and industry are poised to play a pivotal role in ensuring the continuous... 


Latest Vertiv Webinar Series Focuses on Industrial IT Solutions for Africa
Latest Vertiv Webinar Series Focuses on Industrial IT Solutions for Africa
10th October 2024

‘Africa Technology Update’ webinars to discuss data centres, energy issues, AI, and more Vertiv(NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, is pleased... 


LTA Autecon celebrates 40 years of SMEIPP construction excellence
LTA Autecon celebrates 40 years of SMEIPP construction excellence
10th October 2024

LTA Autecon, formerly known as Grinaker-LTA Mechanical & Electrical, has recently redefined its distinct identity and strategic positioning as a market leader in the structural, mechanical,... 


Schneider Electric Nigeria urges electricians to benefit by joining its Electrician Rewards Programme
Schneider Electric Nigeria urges electricians to benefit by joining its Electrician Rewards Programme
10th October 2024

Schneider Electric Nigeria would like to encourage more residential and small building electricians to join the mySchneider Electrician Rewards Programme and enjoy the added benefits that come with... 


Plentify's SolarBot and HotBot devices
SolarBot device mitigates growing issue of unoptimised solar systems
9th October 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Home energy management company Plentify says its partnership with solar and electrical solutions installer Herholdts to distribute its SolarBot devices in South Africa, has helped customers to gain... 


Mogale Tailings Retreatment operations manager Oriel Shikwanbana
Contract route saves gold project R300m, local tech takes tanks out of critical path
7th October 2024 By: Martin Creamer

The contract route chosen to recover gold from the mine dumps of the West Rand’s Mogale City reduced the project cost by R300-million. In addition, the technical prowess of a Krugersdorp... 


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Mercedes mine, Mexico
4th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

A gold mine about 250 km north-east of Hermosillo. 


INCIDENT PREVENTION
Tru-Trac Rollers introduced the Rip Prevent+ system to detect and mitigate conveyor belt rips and anomalies
Conveyor tech ups efficiency in crushing, screening
4th October 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

At this year’s Electra Mining Africa event, conveyor specialists Tru-Trac Rollers unveiled a suite of advanced conveyor technologies designed to enhance materials handling and optimise the... 


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Rail haulage conveyor lowers carbon emissions
4th October 2024

Canada-based gold major Agnico Eagle Mines (AEM) revealed its findings on the efficiency and environmental impact of the Railveyor system – a bulk materials handling system made up of the Railveyor... 


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.... 


Grant Potgieter, Strategic Services Manager at Weir
Lower TCO from OEM maintenance
3rd October 2024

( Virtual Showroom ) Achieving the best return on their plant investment is a primary goal for mines, and partnering with OEMs like Weir is a strategic way to enhance equipment performance while... 


Awards celebrate ingenuity and outstanding levels of innovation
Awards celebrate ingenuity and outstanding levels of innovation
3rd October 2024

An exhibition viewed by industry as one of the most important events on the calendar, Electra Mining Africa pulled out all the stops this year and delivered its biggest ever show in its 52 year... 


Electra Mining Africa puts innovation in the spotlight and sets new records
Electra Mining Africa puts innovation in the spotlight and sets new records
3rd October 2024

Taking place at the Expo Centre in Nasrec, Johannesburg, from 2-6 September, this year’s Electra Mining Africa was the biggest show in its history with 950 exhibitors occupying over 40,000m² of... 


Firms substituting cheaper aluminium for copper, trend growing
2nd October 2024 By: Reuters

Some companies in Asia and Europe are starting to substitute cheaper aluminium wire for copper and the trend is due to gain momentum as copper prices are expected to see further gains, consultancy... 


Vertiv Announces Expansion of High-Capacity, Low GWP Free Cooling Chiller Family to Support High-Density AI and Machine Learning Data Centres in EMEA
Vertiv Announces Expansion of High-Capacity, Low GWP Free Cooling Chiller Family to Support High-Density AI and Machine Learning Data Centres in EMEA
2nd October 2024

Vertiv™ Liebert® AFC chiller family range extension now offers the industry’s highest single-frame cooling capacity, with up to 2.2 MW  Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital... 


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SafeQuip launches lithium-ion battery fire extinguishers
1st October 2024

Leading distributor and manufacturer of fire safety solutions, SafeQuip, launched the SANS 1910-2022-approved Lith-Ex fire extinguisher range, which carries NTA 8133:2021 (KIWA/POOO55865) test... 


Smarter Mobility Africa Summit 2024 Welcomes Influential Speakers and Engages Attendees with Coffee Mixer
27th September 2024

The highly anticipated Smarter Mobility Africa Summit 2024 on the 3rd of October has kicked off with an exciting lineup of thought leaders, alongside engaging networking events like the Coffee... 


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Chemicals company unpacks carbon neutrality roadmap
27th September 2024

Multinational chemicals company BASF Performance Materials, the largest chemical producer globally, in August released its strategic roadmap toward achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and... 


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Diaphragm pumps key for chemicals sector
27th September 2024

Industrial equipment supplier BMG’s new EVO series electric diaphragm pumps – which form part of flow creation and industrial product supplier Ingersoll Rand’s ARO fluid handling products – are... 


Structa Konsult
Structa Konsult
27th September 2024

Structa Konsult is a consulting engineering company specialising in the evaluation, design and certification of a range of industrial and civil structures.   Established in 2014, Structa Konsult is... 


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Why partnering with Delba Electrical is a smart choice
27th September 2024

In the fast-paced world of industrial operations, the reliability and efficiency of equipment are paramount. For companies reliant on electrical rotating machines to power their operations,... 


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Delba Electrical is rich in heritage
27th September 2024

Electrical rotating machines repairer Delba Electrical Company was founded in 1963 and is at the forefront of the repair and maintenance of electrical rotating machines, earning the reputation as... 


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HNH Energy ammonia megaproject, Chile
27th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

HNH Energy aims to produce ammonia from green hydrogen and nitrogen from the air, for subsequent sale on the international market. 


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Prieska Copper Zinc Mine, South Africa – update
27th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The bankable feasibility study is on track for completion in the December 2024 quarter. 


Smarter Mobility Africa Summit 2024 Welcomes Influential Speakers and Engages Attendees with Coffee Mixer
26th September 2024

The highly anticipated Smarter Mobility Africa Summit 2024 on the 3rd of October has kicked off with an exciting lineup of thought leaders, alongside engaging networking events like the Coffee... 


R20 million crane electrical modernisation programme undertaken by Konecranes
R20 million crane electrical modernisation programme undertaken by Konecranes
26th September 2024

Konecranes and Demag South Africa was recently awarded a R20 million crane electrical modernisation contract for an industrial company based in Southern Africa. The 18-year-old Demag crane was... 


Ayanda Holo: President of TV BRICS AFRICA
Hydrogen fuel cells: the path to a sustainable future
26th September 2024

In recent years, the global energy landscape has been rapidly evolving, with hydrogen emerging as a key player in transitioning to sustainable energy sources. 


C$40m funding to connect Yukon to power grid, unlock critical minerals development
C$40m funding to connect Yukon to power grid, unlock critical minerals development
23rd September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Canadian government has made available up to C$40-million in funding, pending final due diligence from Natural Resources Canada, for infrastructure developments in the Yukon that aims to unlock... 


Orion Minerals CEO Errol Smart
To date, half of new Northern Cape copper mine’s employees are from host communities
20th September 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Half of the employees of the emerging Prieska Copper Zinc Mine in South Africa’s prospective Northern Cape were, as of June 30, made up of members of the host community towns of Prieska, Marydale,... 


Schneider Electric sponsors Wits automation award for the 7th year
20th September 2024

Schneider Electric, the world’s most sustainable company and leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has for the seventh consecutive year sponsored the University... 


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