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NUTS TO MISS IT
Exhibitors use alluring offers and prizes to attract traffic to their stands
New products launched at Nampo Harvest Day
10th May 2019 By: Halima Frost

Bearings and accessories distributor Bearings International (BI) will launch its Agri HUB bearings and the blue and white Agri Grease sachets at the Grain SA Nampo Harvest Day that will be held... 


Digitalization: in practice
Digitalization: in practice
18th April 2019

Digitalization is moving on apace, but putting it into practice requires a different way of working says Mattias Årstadius of SKF. There has been much conversation about the Industrial Internet of... 


HEAVY DUTY COUPLINGS
The Timken Quick-Flex and Vulkan GBN heavy industrial couplings are designed for efficient performance, low maintenance and extended service life
Company provides solutions to enhance production in sugar sector
29th March 2019

Technical solutions provider BMG works closely with chief engineers in the sugar industry, providing engineering solutions and technical services, to enhance production efficiencies at every mill... 


BI supplies high-efficiency Bauer motors for water-treatment plants
BI supplies high-efficiency Bauer motors for water-treatment plants
25th March 2019

The arduous operating conditions at water-treatment plants mean that the motors specified not only have to be high-efficiency motors, but must be IP 65-rated for corrosion resistance, according to... 


BI supplies high-efficiency Bauer motors for water-treatment plants
20th March 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This is where Bauer motors come into their own, applied mainly to drive pumps and aerating impellers (aerators). The Bauer range for the water-treatment industry features IE2, IE3 AND IE4 energy... 


Pratley launches new gasket maker and flange sealant
Pratley launches new gasket maker and flange sealant
11th March 2019

A new flange sealant and gasket maker in the form of a tough and elastic silicone rubber for superior sealing was launched by Pratley in February 2019. It can tolerate extreme temperatures of -50°C... 


SKF helps reduce maintenance costs through new railway condition monitoring solution
SKF helps reduce maintenance costs through new railway condition monitoring solution
22nd February 2019

The drive in the rail sector is towards extending maintenance intervals. This is an area where digitalization is making a major difference. With this in mind, SKF has launched an entirely... 


Vibration-Warning Indicator Paste Reduces Downtime, Improves Safety
Vibration-Warning Indicator Paste Reduces Downtime, Improves Safety
21st February 2019

A tamper-proof vibration-warning indicator paste that can improve safety and reduce inspection time across a number of industries is now available locally from leading supplier Bearings... 


BI assists sugar industry with essential maintenance in ‘off-crop’ season
31st January 2019

Leading supplier Bearings International (BI) assists its sugar-industry clients with essential maintenance and equipment upgrades of sugar mills, especially in ‘off-crop’ season. BI has been... 


VW to manufacture mobile electric car recharging stations
25th January 2019 By: Reuters

Volkswagen will manufacture electric car batteries and charging stations in its home region in Germany, as it prepares to mass produce electric vehicles and overhaul its components division, which... 


Research shows tribology improves energy efficiency
14th December 2018

National science academy the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf), completed a study into the state of energy efficiency technologies in South Africa in June this year. The study, initially... 


PARTNERSHIP Kwatani can design and manufacture solutions to suit the precise requirements of an iron-ore mine as well as scientifically monitor and measure its performance
Manufacturer ensures top quality screens for iron-ore sector
7th December 2018 By: Shannon de Ryhove

Vibrating and original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) and supplier Kwatani has successfully custom-engineered and manufactured about 1 000 of its robust vibrating screens and feeders in the iron-ore... 


Wamechsi Group standardises on SEW solution for its wastewater-treatment equipment
Wamechsi Group standardises on SEW solution for its wastewater-treatment equipment
29th November 2018

Industrial Gear Units and Geared Motors from SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa are ideal for demanding applications such as agitators, mixers, and aerators. Local Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)... 


Safety and performance features give Milwaukee power tools the edge
Safety and performance features give Milwaukee power tools the edge
27th November 2018

Milwaukee power tools are built to last, owing to features such as compact brushless motors, in addition to gearboxes made from magnesium, and durable and heat-resistant materials that extend the... 


Powerful brakes elevate the potential of world’s tallest ship lift
22nd November 2018 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The drastic change in water levels that characterise dams requires ship lifts (or lift locks) to transport boats and ships between the different elevations in a short time. These advanced... 


ROCOL gearbox lubricant from BI helps combat water ingress
ROCOL gearbox lubricant from BI helps combat water ingress
9th November 2018

The food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and other clean environments require NSF H1-grade lubricants for hygiene and health and safety purposes. ROCOL Rapid Demulse 220 from leading supplier is... 


Product demand expected to come from rest of Africa
9th November 2018 By: Tracy Klückow

According to sales, demand from the African mining market, but mostly West Africa, has increased for drive and automation specialist SEW-Eurodrive’s M-Series vertical industrial gear unit designs... 


INVESTING IN AGRICULTURE
ISO Bearings has been investing in the supply of internationally sourced price-competitive bearing solutions for agriculture since 2016
Supplier expands into agriculture sector
9th November 2018 By: Paige Müller

Amid increased demand for wholesale bearing solutions in the agriculture sector, Boksburg-based wholesale bearing supplier ISO Bearings is actively looking to increase its supply into the sector.... 


David Brown Santasalo
6th November 2018

David Brown Santasalo combines 285 years of gear engineering expertise to deliver proven gearboxes and drive system solutions for all industrial applications, as well as industrial gearbox repair... 


ROCOL lubricants allow for a smooth flow at Gauteng bottling plant
ROCOL lubricants allow for a smooth flow at Gauteng bottling plant
10th September 2018

A large Gauteng bottling plant is reducing downtime and improving operational efficiency thanks to a range of ROCOL lubricants from leading supplier BI. The ROCOL range of lubricants is certified... 


Stringent environments & harsh conditions are no match for SKF’s Explorer tapered roller bearings
Stringent environments & harsh conditions are no match for SKF’s Explorer tapered roller bearings
18th April 2018

In today’s industrial world, customers need solutions that are robust enough to withstand the toughest challenges and the most testing environments while meeting ever growing demands. In addition,... 


SEW-EURODRIVE’s IE3-compliant DRN motor series promotes energy efficiency
SEW-EURODRIVE’s IE3-compliant DRN motor series promotes energy efficiency
17th April 2018

SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa showcased its IE3-compliant DRN series of asynchronous motors at bauma CONEXPO Africa 2018. The range has set a new benchmark in the local electric-motor industry in... 


ADDITIONAL OFFERING
BMG also offers extensive customer training on site at mining operations or at its upgraded premises
Project management facility designed to enhance every plant
3rd November 2017 By: Simone Liedtke

Technical solutions supplier BMG’s specialist solutions services for the mining sector encompass a complete project management facility, in Johannesburg, which is designed to improve operational... 


Thermaspray showcases thermal spray coating technologies and welding capabilities in Limpopo
Thermaspray showcases thermal spray coating technologies and welding capabilities in Limpopo
7th September 2017

Thermaspray showcased its ground-breaking thermal spray coating technologies and Plasma Transferred Arc (PTA) welding process capabilities at the Mining & Technical Exhibitions (MTE) which took... 


FLUKE 810 The Fluke 810 uses a set of advanced algorithms to produce a plain-text diagnosis of the machine with a recommended solution
Troubleshooting device eases, enables priority maintenance
14th July 2017

The Fluke 810 – manufactured by industrial testing equipment manufacturer Fluke – is one of the most advanced troubleshooting instruments available for vibration testing, enabling maintenance teams... 


Airbus A400M may have won $2bn Indonesian order – reports
3rd February 2017 By: Keith Campbell

French aerospace journal “Air et Cosmos” and British defence media group Jane’s have both reported that the Indonesian government has approved the purchase of five Airbus A400M military airlifter... 


BUDGETS BEING DIVERTED 
As a result of reduced overhead costs, customer service is more important than ever
Promising better service delivery
27th May 2016 By: Kimberley Smuts

The operations division of German engineering company SEW-Eurodrive’s South African branch is eager to consolidate current successes and improve service delivery, with MD Raymond Obermeyer... 


EXTENDED WARRANTY
Hyundai’s face lifted H1 Bus also falls under the seven year/200 000 km warranty
Hyundai extends warranty to seven years
19th February 2016

Korean motor vehicle manufacturer Hyundai Automotive South Africa (HASA) has extended its manufacturer’s warranty to ensure a better resale value. The Bedfordview-based company has implemented a... 


AGS TRANSMISSION
Suzuki keeps the cost of this auto-shifting option low while also ensuring that repairs and maintenance remain easy and cost effective
New Suzuki transmission given green light for SA market
19th February 2016

Japanese vehicle producer Suzuki has unveiled their refined hybrid version of an automatic and manual transmissions to be used in its range of motor vehicles. 


LIFTING ORDER
Condra's headgear cranes, featuring high-tensile ropes, have significant high lifts of more than 80 m
High-lift headgear cranes delivered to Zambian mine
14th August 2015 By: Mia Breytenbach

South African crane manufacturer Condra in July completed load tests of two 25 t headgear cranes for copper miner Mopani Copper Mines’ (MCM’s) Synclinorium shaft in Kitwe, Zambia. The cranes were... 


Hansen Transmissions’ new load test bay is a game changer
Hansen Transmissions’ new load test bay is a game changer
19th May 2015

Hansen Transmissions South Africa (Pty) Ltd. recently installed a modern regenerative load test bay with a capacity to conduct testing on a wide range of industrial gearboxes with up to 300kNm... 


David Brown
David Brown
12th September 2014

Global leader in industrial gear system design, manufacture and service, David Brown has been delivering highly reliable gear systems to the mining industry for more than 150 years. From CX... 


Aureus maintains development pace at New Liberty despite Ebola concerns
Aureus maintains development pace at New Liberty despite Ebola concerns
11th September 2014 By: Natalie Greve

TSX- and Aim-listed Aureus Mining, which is building Liberia's first commercial gold mine, the New Liberty gold project, said on Thursday that the project was on track to deliver first gold in the... 


WEDGE GATE VALVE
The manufacturing of 393 valves for a water board took Ainsworth Engineering about two years to complete
R80m valves project completed for local water board
8th November 2013 By: Ilan Solomons

Local valves manufacturer Ainsworth Engineering completed an R80-million delivery of 393 gate and multidoor reflux valves to a local water board to bolster and upgrade its stock of valves for... 


Medupi power station project, South Africa
Medupi power station project, South Africa
8th November 2013 By: Sheila Barradas

Eskom has reported that the Unit 6 boiler feed pump one-directional testing has been successfully completed. 


SKF South Africa Appoints Commercial Vehicle Distributor
6th November 2013

SKF South Africa appointed Bearing & Engineering Distributor as an authorised Commercial Vehicle Distributor in June 2013. Bearing & Engineering Distributor is a division of Bolt & Engineering... 


Bearing surface coatings reduce downtime in mining operations
11th October 2013 By: Zandile Mavuso

The mining industry is a particularly tough environment for bearings applications, as bearings tend to wear easily, but by applying bearing coatings, such as the Durotect antiwear and... 


Company appointed to distribute gear range in sub-Saharan Africa
11th October 2013

Power transmission components distributor BMG Drives was on September 19 appointed to exclusively represent power transmission components supplier Rexnord’s Falk V-Class drives range of industrial... 


Underground coal mine buys nine drive pack units
11th October 2013 By: Zandile Mavuso

Drive engineering company SEW-EURODRIVE believes that it is gaining measurable success in South Africa’s coal mining industry, following an order for nine units of its self-aligning invertible... 


Local black mining equipment manufacturer hitting export high-spots
9th October 2013 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa’s 56% black-controlled Aard Mining Equipment is attracting attention internationally as an exporter of locally designed and manufactured South African equipment into the global... 


Dry seal for wet applications to launch, suited to plants in water scarce African areas
4th October 2013 By: David Oliveira

The Type 2874 dry gas seal for pumps from mechanical seals manufacturer John Crane, which John Crane MD Aziz Sallie says is the first dry gas seal of this design to comply with API 682 and ISO... 


Medupi power station project, South Africa
1st February 2013 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Construction at the project remains suspended. 


New gear products offer customised solutions
25th January 2013

Industrial consumables and engineering firm Bearing Man Group (BMG), the exclusive Southern African distributors for Italian power transmission equipment manufacturer Varvel has extended the range... 


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