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The patented Balledge design on Apex General Purpose Strip Curtains is designed to improve flexibility and durability
Locally manufactured strip curtains offer durability and flexibility
23rd October 2020

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) strip curtains are widely used in industry to control the influx of hot or cold air, reduce dust levels and prevent the ingress of birds, rodents and insects. Strip... 


ROBUST CONTAINER HANDLING
The Taylor XRS-9972 reachstacker, with a high-strength telescopic boom, is designed for versatile operation, enhanced performance and improved safety in busy container handling environments
Container handlers add value to port operations
9th October 2020

Forklift and container handler manufacturer BLT WORLD’s extensive range of container handling equipment encompasses industrial lift trucks supplier Taylor Machine Works loaded and empty container... 


Local industrial equipment market to drop by 30%, says EIE Group’s Malherbe
9th October 2020 By: Irma Venter

New-unit sales in the South African industrial equipment market will decline by an estimated 30% this year, says EIE Group operations director Chantell Malherbe. Most of this drop will come from... 


POWER HOUSE
CHASE Technologies is developing a standby power system that will be powered by LiFePO4 batteries
Li-ion developments driving standby power system
25th September 2020 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

With the increasing demand and overall benefits of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries, industrial Li-ion battery supplier CHASE Technologies is developing a standby power system. 


EIE Group sponsors Santa Shoebox Project with the use of a forklift
17th September 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The EIE Group, as part of its commitment to support communities in need through its CSI initiatives, has sponsored the Santa Shoebox Project with the use of a forklift to assist in the... 


Local industrial equipment market to drop by 30%, says EIE’s Malherbe
Local industrial equipment market to drop by 30%, says EIE’s Malherbe
14th September 2020 By: Irma Venter

New-unit sales in the South African industrial equipment market will decline by an estimated 30% this year, says EIE Group operations director Chantell Malherbe. Most of this drop will come from... 


POSITIVE MARKET IMPACT 
CHASE Technologies’ is looking to convert 50% of the current local electric forklift market from lead-acid batteries to LiFePO4 batteries
Company underlines lithium-ion forklift battery benefits for warehouses
11th September 2020 By: Cameron Mackay

Local industrial lithium-ion battery distributor CHASE Technologies GM Brent Frazer explains that the company’s lithium-ion phosphate (LiFePO4) battery packs for forklifts present a more... 


Apex Strip Curtains & Doors manufacture automated high speed doors for contactless operation.
Contactless high speed doors enhance hygiene standards
4th September 2020

With companies under pressure to ensure optimum hygiene standards, in line with Covid-19 recommendations, contactless automated high speed doors are a beneficial option for manufacturing operations... 


Durable and flexible Apex Strip Curtains for all applications
2nd September 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The patented Balledge® design on Apex General Purpose Strip Curtains not only ensures an effective thermal seal, it also makes the locally manufactured product very durable. Made from specially... 


CLEAN HANDLING
The highest demand for lithium-ion-powered forklifts has been from fast-moving consumer goods applications that require clean environments for food
Rising demand for lithium-ion-powered forklifts anticipated
14th August 2020 By: Cameron Mackay

“The demand for lithium-ion-powered forklifts is increasing locally, owing to companies wanting to reap the benefits of energy efficiency and cost effectiveness, as well as in preparation for... 


Traffic high speed fold-up doors from Apex Strip Curtains & Doors
Solutions to counter cold weather
24th July 2020

Large doorways left open to facilitate easy access at manufacturing and storage facilities may present challenges to maintaining a comfortable and healthy working environment for employees. During... 


High speed doors offer contactless operation with increased productivity
8th July 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

With companies under pressure to ensure as contactless operation as possible, automated high speed doors are becoming a viable option. Not only does use of this type of door increase productivity,... 


MTM Power DC/DC Converters for Forklift Trucks
12th June 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

In many industries and applications the requirements of the used technology go far beyond the usual level. The limits of standard specifications are also often exceeded when used in mobile... 


HEAVY LIFTING 
Tellap bags have two strong plastic sleeves that are integrated into the base of the bag to replace the conventional wooden pallet
Pallet-free goods transportation now an option
29th May 2020

Pallet-free bulk bags manufacturer Tellap has been developing bags for the safe and efficient packaging and transport of dry, loose and bulk products – including high-value minerals. 


Solutions to counter cold weather from Apex
28th May 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

As the cold weather approaches, companies start looking at ways to improve both working conditions and employee comfort. This includes dealing with large doorways left open to facilitate easy... 


Apex General Purpose Strip Curtains are easily installed on hanging hardware across a door or entrance way
Solutions to counter cold weather from Apex
27th May 2020

As the cold weather approaches, companies start looking at ways to improve both working conditions and employee comfort. This includes dealing with large doorways left open to facilitate easy... 


Lithium iron phosphate versus traditional lead acid battery systems
21st May 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery systems have a much lower total cost of ownership compared to traditional lead acid (Pb) batteries, resulting in enhanced competitiveness and increased... 


CHASE Technologies punts benefits of LiFeP04 for electric forklifts
30th April 2020

The aim of CHASE Technologies is to convert 50% of the current electric forklift market from lead-acid to lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries within five years. “Given the accelerating... 


Peru's Antamina copper mine has done 600 tests for Covid-19, with 210 testing positive. About 87% of those testing positive are asymptomatic.
World's mine workers resist quick restart amid coronavirus
28th April 2020 By: Reuters

As mining heavyweights South Africa and Peru move to lift coronavirus lockdowns, workers in deep mines are resisting going back to work without adequate protective gear and information about cases... 


Long-term rental agreement for 43 machines
24th April 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Materials handling equipment supplier Goscor Lift Truck Company (GLTC) has delivered 43 machines on a 60-month, long-term rental contract to tyre manufacturer Sumitomo Rubber Industries. The... 


Plug & play lubrication storage and dispensing 'pods' now available from lubrication engineers
31st March 2020

Lubrication Engineers (LE) South Africa is now offering a first in South Africa – a portable “plug & play” lubrication storage and dispensing unit called the isoPOD. “This unit is ready for use and... 


Ultra-high capacity bulk bag filling system
Ultra-high capacity bulk bag filling system
27th March 2020

A new sanitary bulk bag filling system from Flexicon features dual SWING-DOWN™ fillers fed by high capacity weigh hoppers, achieving fill rates of up to 40 bulk bags per hour. The patented filler... 


Kemach Launches Forklift Range With Exceptional Warranties And Performance
Kemach Launches Forklift Range With Exceptional Warranties And Performance
23rd March 2020

KEMACH has launched their new range of KEMACH Forklifts for the South African and Sub Saharan African markets, which will be promoted under their newly formed KEMACH Forklifts division.  Speaking... 


Andy Marsh
Hydrogen fuel cell technology key to achieving green economy – Plug Power
26th February 2020 By: Martin Creamer

The only way to achieve a ‘green’ economy, fight climate change and prevent the destruction that the world has seen in recent years is to ensure that conversations turn to the adoption of the... 


Big award for compact forklift: ERC 216zi stacker truck wins iF Design Award
14th February 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Shortest vehicle in its class thanks to integrated lithium-ion battery Compact and agile for increased performance in narrow aisles 


RAISING THE BAR The new models of JAC forklifts will enter the South African market this year
New forklift models for South African market
7th February 2020 By: Darren Parker

Local forklift and compressor distributor Avir is introducing four new Chinese JAC forklift models to South Africa this year. One of these new models is a special edition 3 t forklift for loading... 


Chris Griffith
Amplats earnings set to soar despite power outages
7th February 2020 By: Martin Creamer

The shareholders of Anglo American Platinum (Amplats) have been advised that the earnings of the platinum group metals (PGMs) mining company for the 12 months to end December are poised to soar sky... 


The Jungheinrich P30i
Jungheinrich seeks to offer the best of both worlds in new counterbalance truck
31st January 2020 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Intralogistics solutions provider Jungheinrich this week gave the media and clients a preview of the future of sustainable logistics, with attendees at the company’s Innovations & Highlights... 


Chris Griffith
Amplats earnings set to soar despite power outages
28th January 2020 By: Martin Creamer

The shareholders of Anglo American Platinum (Amplats) have been advised that the earnings of the platinum group metals (PGMs) mining company for the 12 months to end December are poised to soar sky... 


Appropriate Selection Of High Speed Doors Essential
Appropriate Selection Of High Speed Doors Essential
13th January 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Selecting a high speed door is not all that simple and that incorrect selection can impact on the efficiency of an operation and lead to additional costs being incurred. Apex Strip Curtains is able... 


Shumani Industrial Equipment offers complete forklift solutions
9th December 2019

Industrial equipment supplier Shumani, the only black-owned and managed company of its size in the materials-handling sector, has a range of forklifts and brands that it is able to supply and... 


Getac launches new channel offering to simplify purchasing, cut delivery times to customers
Getac launches new channel offering to simplify purchasing, cut delivery times to customers
27th November 2019

As one of the leading rugged computer providers, Getac recently announced the launch of its new Getac SelectTM program, offering a fast and reliable way for customers to solve complex information... 


Goscor Lift Truck Company
Goscor Lift Truck Company
15th November 2019

Goscor Lift Truck Company, the first ISO and OSHAS accredited forklift company in South Africa has established a powerful reputation as the sole distributors of Crown, Doosan, Bendi and Hubtex... 


South African, Irish companies announce major new deals
12th November 2019 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

South African and Irish companies have announced major deals, as part of an Irish trade delegation programme organised by Ireland’s trade and innovation agency, Enterprise Ireland. More than 40... 


Most affordable and robust Diesel Particulate filter, designed for the South African Market
Most affordable and robust Diesel Particulate filter, designed for the South African Market
11th November 2019

Rush Exhaust Purification cc primary line of business is catalytic converters (Purifiers) and Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF). Specializing in designing and manufacturing of exhaust systems,... 


Getac SelectTM Delivers Comprehensive, Specialised Solutions to Customers Across a Wide Range of Sectors and Applications
8th October 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Getac has today announced the launch of its new Getac SelectTM program, offering a fast and reliable way for customers to solve complex IT challenges. Getac SelectTM combines carefully chosen,... 


Shumani supplies diesel forklift solution to Marble Hall Farms
Shumani supplies diesel forklift solution to Marble Hall Farms
25th September 2019

Industrial equipment supplier Shumani, the only black-owned and managed company of its size in the materials-handling sector, has secured a major contract to supply 2.5 t Doosan diesel-powered... 


CREATIVE AWARENESS
Using creative artwork to illustrate the inner workings of a fuel cell at the Poelano Secondary School near Ventersdorp
Hydrogen strategy reaches third phase
20th September 2019 By: Halima Frost

The National Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Research, Development and Innovation Strategy, known as Hydrogen South Africa (HySA), has reached the third phase of its 15-year programme, which comprises... 


Fuel cells offer emission-free electricity in decarbonising world
Fuel cells offer emission-free electricity in decarbonising world
20th September 2019 By: Martin Creamer

Proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells, which use platinum catalysts, are the consensus fuel cells of choice for road transport because of their low operating temperatures, high efficiencies,... 


Fuel cells mimic solar’s cost trajectory
20th September 2019 By: Martin Creamer

Fuel cell technology is following the same trajectory as solar. The cost of solar was high when it was initially introduced, but economies of scale eventually brought its price down to highly... 


Fuel cells offer emission-free electricity in decarbonising world
Fuel cells offer emission-free electricity in decarbonising world
20th September 2019 By: Martin Creamer

Proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells, which use platinum catalysts, are the consensus fuel cells of choice for road transport because of their low operating temperatures, high efficiencies,... 


CREATIVE AWARENESS
Using creative artwork to illustrate the inner workings of a fuel cell at the Poelano Secondary School near Ventersdorp
Hydrogen strategy reaches third phase
20th September 2019 By: Halima Frost

The National Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Research, Development and Innovation Strategy, known as Hydrogen South Africa (HySA), has reached the third phase of its 15-year programme, which comprises... 


South Africa has potential to produce competitive hydrogen
20th September 2019 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa has the combined solar and wind potential to produce competitive hydrogen, which is emerging as an energy carrier that can meet the world’s new environmental requirements. South... 


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