https://newsletter.en.creamermedia.com

Receive our free daily newsletter:

Image of Wacker Neuson ET75 compact excavator
Compact excavators offer versatility in tough conditions
14th March 2025

Compact excavators are widely deployed as versatile multitool carriers in South and sub-Saharan Africa’s agriculture, forestry, construction, and mining sectors, and Wacker Neuson notes that its... 


The Top 5 Vibration Testing Systems
The Top 5 Vibration Testing Systems
14th March 2025

Your company could make bridge components, military equipment or airplane parts. Every situation where vibration testing is necessary represents an opportunity to improve durability, resilience and... 


Two Babcock branches attain Volvo Certified Rebuild certification
Two Babcock branches attain Volvo Certified Rebuild certification
28th February 2025

Following a rigorous vetting process, Babcock’s Bartlett (Gauteng) and Middelburg (Mpumalanga) branches have been officially accredited as Volvo Certified Rebuild Centres. The latest service... 


Weir
Weir
21st February 2025

Market leader in slurry handling equipment Weir Africa boasts an unrivalled installed base of its WARMAN® centrifugal slurry pumps across the continent. The company offers an extensive range of... 


Women break barriers as forklift technicians
Women break barriers as forklift technicians
13th February 2025

Women in South Africa are making significant inroads into the industrial equipment and material handling industry as forklift technicians. CFAO Equipment is spearheading efforts to attract women... 


Hudaco’s full-year performance shows signs of recovery
6th February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

JSE-listed Hudaco Industries is “very pleased” with its financial results for the full-year ended November 30, 2024, with signs of improvement seen in the latter months following a poor first-half... 


BMG Sales Manager: Projects Kevin Sterley talks to Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025.
BMG is a one-stop-shop for all essential engineering components
5th February 2025

Industrial equipment supplier BMG is a complete process solutions provider to all sectors of industry, meaning customers can access all essential quality branded engineering components, technical... 


Reliability, ease of maintenance key for critical mill pumps
31st January 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Considerations of reliability, high levels of support and ease of maintenance are key when selecting mill pumps for mining operations, says Weir’s WARMAN pump products GM Marnus Koorts. The... 


A generic image of lifting and rigging equipment
Firm highlights solutions for offshore projects
31st January 2025

Offshore projects are a key segment for engineering products and services provider BMG’s dedicated Tools & Equipment: Lifting and Rigging division, demanding specialist solutions for safe and... 


The above image depicts the inner mechanisim of a Minetuff submersible pump
Manufacturer launches new electric submersible solutions
31st January 2025

Representing its first electric submersible pump product, pumping systems manufacturer Franklin Electric, through its Pioneer Pump brand, launched its Minetuff series range of pumps at the Water... 


Self-charging powerdrive with 90% cost cut, 10x power boost unveiled
Self-charging powerdrive with 90% cost cut, 10x power boost unveiled
16th January 2025

Every once in a while, there comes in world history defining moments that revolutionise technology and solve problems at unimaginable scale. Speaking of such moments, nothing in recent years in... 


Heavy-Duty electric forklifts offer environmental benefits
Heavy-Duty electric forklifts offer environmental benefits
6th December 2024

Now, more than ever, businesses operating in the materials handling sector are expected to reduce their carbon footprints by adopting more environmentally-friendly practices, especially when it... 


An image of BMG's Fluid Technology power pack
Advanced filtration systems optimise efficiencies
29th November 2024

Efficiency and reliability are critical in the demanding industrial sector,  particularly in sectors where fluid handling, lubrication and clean fuel are essential for high productivity and... 


BELL B30E
The balanced power distribution of Bell's B30E enhances tyre longevity, reducing or eliminating scuffing on the centre axle’s tyres
ADTs to play crucial role in construction of 900 ha tailings facility
22nd November 2024

South African manufacturer Bell Equipment’s fleet of articulated dump trucks (ADTs) will play a crucial role in the construction of a massive 900 ha tailings facility for a gold mining company near... 


Paterson & Cooke’s specialised engineering
Slurry pipeline systems for tailings and mine waste since 1991
22nd November 2024

With over 30 years of industry experience Paterson & Cooke’s specialised engineering expertise includes the design and implementation of long-distance slurry concentrate pipeline systems, paste,... 


AIH Capital’s AIH Fund 1 acquires 49% equity interest in HDC
14th November 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

AIH Fund I, under the management of private equity fund manager AIH Capital, has closed a second deal with High Duty Castings (HDC), resulting in the fund now owning 49% of the manufacturing... 


Image of a Danfoss KBFRG4-5 proportional valve
Proportional hydraulic valve meets needs of a variety of industries
1st November 2024

A new single-stage, four-way hydraulic valve that features a round solenoid design and delivers high power capacity and improved durability has been launched by Danfoss Power Solutions. The... 


Photo of Martin Creamer
Water power in underground mines should be put to full use
1st November 2024 By: Martin Creamer

The high electricity tariff scenario should prompt underground miners to make full use of every bit of self-generation potential that is available to them. For decades attention has been drawn to... 


Software product suite launches for live conditioning monitoring of oil, diesel
Software product suite launches for live conditioning monitoring of oil, diesel
23rd October 2024

Britehouse Mobility’s ATAJO OnEdge goes deep into the tribology of oil with its new live conditioning monitoring product suite for efficiently detecting oil contamination, and turning information... 


Former Gullick South Africa Technical Manager Terry Hamilton (right) interviewed by Mining Weekly's Martin Creamer.
Water power is there for the taking in many underground mines
22nd October 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Water power is there for the taking across a broad spectrum of many of South Africa’s hard-rock underground mines. At a time of high electricity prices, the availability of cooling reservoirs at... 


ESSENTIAL MAINTENANCE
Coatings protect high-wear areas, such as impeller lands and casing rings, which are essential for maintaining the pump’s efficiency and prolonging its operational life
Coatings, cladding enhance pump performance
11th October 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Surface engineering company Thermaspray’s thermal spray coatings and laser cladding technologies are delivering significant benefits to the pumps industry, particularly for components subjected to... 


Image of the Phalanndwa mine
Menar coal projects, South Africa – update
11th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Menar's Phalanndwa coal mine has embarked on a robust mine rehabilitation project.  


Aerial view of Gugulethu mine
Menar coal and anthracite projects, South Africa – update
27th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Phalanndwa extension has embarked on a robust mine rehabilitation project. 


HALF-A-CENTURY BMG marks 50 years of business this year
BMG’s 50-year legacy on display
26th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Marking 50 years in business this year, BMG has much to celebrate at this year’s Electra Mining Africa. As a complete process solutions provider to all industry sectors, BMG offers customers access... 


BOLTING PERFORMANCE Using high-pressure hydraulics and a pre-determined pressure, Boltight hydraulic bolt tensioners axially stretch the bolt and the nut will lift clear of the flange
Effective bolt tensioning for valves
2nd August 2024

The Nord-Lock bolting solutions, available from industrial equipment supplier BMG, include Boltight hydraulic bolt tensioning tools, which have been developed for use in all industries where... 


Water coming out of a tap
Rand Water prepares for final phase of maintenance
24th July 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Rand Water is set to embark on the final phase of its extensive five-week maintenance project across Gauteng, with the water utility warning that it may take up to two weeks to fully recover after... 


An image of laser-applied coating
Coating tech protects critical equipment
19th July 2024

Laser-applied cladding technology provides robust and long-lasting coatings that enhance the performance and lifespan of critical components required for hydraulics, pneumatics and hydropower... 


An image of an underground mining vehicle
Manufacturer highlights challenges, capabilities
19th July 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

A lack of access to finance and the fluctuating price of steel is constraining hydraulic equipment supplier Ezindaleni Hydraulics and Engineering’s manufacturing capabilities as it takes on work... 


A gloved hand holding a securing washer made by Nord-Lock
CE marked washer range offered by distributor
12th July 2024

The Swedish wedge-locking solutions manufacturer Nord-Lock range of securing washers, distributed and supported by industrial equipment supplier BMG, is reportedly the only brand on the market that... 


Image of Hytec SA’s A10VO Series 60 medium-pressure axial piston pump
New possibilities for the implementation of hydraulics for mobile machines
5th July 2024

Bosch Rexroth Africa company Hytec South Africa is expanding its range of electronic Open Circuit- (eOC-) capable pumps by introducing the new A10VO/60 axial piston pump. The pump is designed for... 


Bosch Rexroth Africa opens first branch in Côte d'Ivoire
4th July 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Hydraulics, pneumatics and automation group Bosch Rexroth Africa opened its first branch in Côte d'Ivoire, in June, to meet the increasing demand for its hydraulic, pneumatic and automation... 


A large yellow 410 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck with a man wearing PPE driving it
Dump truck redesigned to improve surface mining
28th June 2024

Last month, heavy equipment manufacturer John Deere announced that it has redesigned its 410 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck (ADT) with upgrades to its design and productivity performance, following... 


Image of Menar coal operations
Menar coal and anthracite projects, South Africa – update
28th June 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Two of the projects are now fully licensed. 


The new range of JCB 3CX Backhoe Loaders promise to build on the brand popularity with features designed to provide improved comfort, versatility, and productivity
New JCB 3CX Backhoe Loaders range packed with new features
25th June 2024

The highly anticipated range of updated JCB 3CX Backhoe Loaders arrives on South African shores in July and promises to build on the brand’s popularity with new features designed to provide... 


Drill core from Canyon Coal's Gugulethu mine
Menar coal and anthracite projects, South Africa – update
7th June 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Things are going according to plan at the Gugulethu mine project. 


COMRO book editor Brian Protheroe (right) and Mining Weekly's Martin Creamer (left).
Massive water power possibilities in underground mining, says COMRO book editor
24th May 2024 By: Martin Creamer

When hydropower was being developed for South Africa’s gold-mining industry, the industry was going through a tough time and the research organisation of the day, the Chamber of Mines Research... 


EXPO PARTICIPATION
BMG will be participating at the Machine Tools Africa exhibition
Distributor to launch new products at Machine Tools expo
17th May 2024

Power transmission and motion control products distributor BMG will be participating at the Machine Tools Africa exhibition, which will be held at the Johannesburg Expo Centre at Nasrec, from May... 


BMG celebrates at Nampo 2024
BMG celebrates at Nampo 2024
14th May 2024

Nampo is going to be extra exciting for BMG this year. Not only is the company celebrating its 50th year in business, but the team has lots of action planned for its 2024 event at Nampo Park,... 


ENHANCED INTERFACE
The Omniplus IO-link transmitters are specifically tailored for precision in oil flow measurements
New tool released
10th May 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

In a strategic move that signifies a pivotal enhancement in the confluence of digital and analogue technologies within the hydraulics and pneumatics sectors in South Africa, flow measurement... 


PURPOSE-BUILT
The purpose-built facility in Sebenza, Edenvale, spans more than 3 000 m2 of workshop and warehouse space
Hydraulic engineering firm revolutionising industry standards
10th May 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

In response to growing industry demands, hydraulic repair service provider Dosco Precision Hydraulics has carved itself a niche as a leader in the supply and repair of hydraulic pumps and motors,... 


A ship mooring behaviour experiment being run in a CSIR water tank; in the background, another ship model is on the moment-of-inertia calibration cradle
CSIR Coastal Engineers help ports and ship owners with physical and computer model tests
3rd May 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

Although South African ports are sheltered from swell waves, three of them – Cape Town, Ngqura and Saldanha – can and do experience what are called infra-gravity waves. These are a category of... 


Image of heavy lifting equipment in an urban setting
Zero emission heavy lifting
3rd May 2024

Recent technological developments now make the electrification of heavy lifting and transportation equipment a possibility. Heavy lifting and transportation specialist Mammoet says it views... 


Zero emission heavy lifting on site: building a sustainable future
25th April 2024

How Mammoet is innovating with zero-emission lifting and transport on site to help its customers reduce the carbon footprint of projects “If you ask me what my main vision is, I want us to... 


1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Showroom

Rittal
Rittal

Rittal is a world leading provider of top-quality integrated systems for enclosures, power distribution, climate control, IT infrastructure and...

VISIT SHOWROOM 
AutoX
AutoX

We are dedicated to business excellence and innovation.

VISIT SHOWROOM 
John Thompson
John Thompson

John Thompson, the leader in energy and environmental solutions through value engineering and innovation, provides the following: design, engineer,...

VISIT SHOWROOM 
Immersive Technologies
Immersive Technologies

Immersive Technologies is the world's largest, proven and tested supplier of simulator training solutions to the global resources industry.

VISIT SHOWROOM 

Latest Multimedia

sponsored by

Option 1 (equivalent of R125 a month):

Receive a weekly copy of Creamer Media's Engineering News & Mining Weekly magazine
(print copy for those in South Africa and e-magazine for those outside of South Africa)
Receive daily email newsletters
Access to full search results
Access archive of magazine back copies
Access to Projects in Progress
Access to ONE Research Report of your choice in PDF format

Option 2 (equivalent of R375 a month):

All benefits from Option 1
PLUS
Access to Creamer Media's Research Channel Africa for ALL Research Reports, in PDF format, on various industrial and mining sectors including Electricity; Water; Energy Transition; Hydrogen; Roads, Rail and Ports; Coal; Gold; Platinum; Battery Metals; etc.

Already a subscriber?

Forgotten your password?

MAGAZINE & ONLINE

SUBSCRIBE

RESEARCH CHANNEL AFRICA

SUBSCRIBE

CORPORATE PACKAGES

CLICK FOR A QUOTATION







pqt: 0.287s - ct: 0.515s - 499pq - 8rq
Subscribe Now