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SERVICE OFFERING
The acquisition will enhance the company’s service offering and broadens BMG’s product range
BMG procures foundry to enhance its services
8th March 2019

Technical solutions provider BMG is now a major player in the foundry industry after its acquisition of the iron foundry Rustenburg Engineering and Joerg Foundry last year. “This strategic... 


Epiroc and Elf Drilling – keeping the finger on the mining pulse
5th February 2019

Epiroc has once again rocked the local mining space with a landmark sale of the first BenchREMOTE in South Africa to key customer, Elf Drilling. The innovative BenchREMOTE is an advanced monitoring... 


Ernest Lowe appoints new Managing Director
12th December 2018 By: Creamer Media Reporter

It is with great pleasure that we announce the appointment of Deon Krieger as Managing Director for the Ernest Lowe business with effect from 7th January 2019. Deon has been with the Hudaco Group... 


Affordable And Effective Level Sensors
10th December 2018

Val.co offers a range of affordable and effective level sensors that have applications across all sectors of industry, but that benefit, in particular, the tank building sector. The Val.co range... 


Cat® 990K Aggregate Handler Boosts Wheel Loader
10th December 2018

Production in Rehandling Applications Caterpillar introduces the 990K Aggregate Handler, designed to handle greater payloads in aggregates yard applications. With as much as a 25 percent payload... 


PORTABLE FLUID PURIFICATION 
The Parker Sentinel portable fluid purification systems are incorporated into planned maintenance programmes to protect hydraulic systems and increase productivity by eliminating moisture in oil
Fluid maintenance neglect proves costly
30th November 2018 By: Paige Müller

Fluid maintenance is frequently neglected and the consequences of using contaminated fuel and lubricant oil are often underestimated, says technical solutions provider BMG fluid technology business... 


Artisan Training Institute partners with SA’s equipment export council to strengthen local manufacturing and skills development
21st November 2018 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Artisan Training Institute (ATI) and the South African Capital Equipment Export Council (SACEEC) have secured a partnership that cements their mutual goal of fighting unemployment in South... 


Efficient new screen saves money
Efficient new screen saves money
20th November 2018

Processing equipment supplier, ELB Equipment, has released an ultra-efficient three shaft screen which is capable of dealing with overburden for use in rehabilitation or to stockpile materials as a... 


COME FITTED
Container start-up stock includes hose fittings and adaptors, crimping and cut-off machines, as well as a manual engraver, hose rack, hose-cleaning projectile kit and projectile stock, necessary tooling and a 2 m x 6 m bolt-on side canopy
Hydraulics container one-stop shop for remote mines
16th November 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With African mines often based in remote and desolate locations, it is beneficial to have on-site products and services, especially since mines have a high consumption rate of consumables.  


AUTOMATION READINESS Hydromine Projects & Marketing has added test and measurement expertise, such as condition monitoring and equipment and installations on site, to its service offering
Company expands offering to include hydraulics test, measurement
16th November 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Amid a “recessive mining market”, industrial equipment and services provider Hydromine Projects & Marketing has expanded its offering by opening a test and measurement division that caters for... 


VOLVO 95 T RIGID HAULER
The hauler has an array of sensors and systems to ensure safety, ease of use and productivity
Volvo launches 95 t rigid hauler for coal, bulk commodities sectors
2nd November 2018 By: Schalk Burger

Earthmoving equipment manufacturer Volvo Construction Equipment launched a new 95 t rigid hauler for the coal and bulk commodities industries in Southern Africa. Its local partner, construction... 


Latest products and technologies revealed at Electra Mining Africa
1st October 2018 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Over 850 exhibitors showcased their latest new innovations, products and services at one of the world’s biggest mining and industrial trade exhibitions. Held at the Johannesburg Expo Centre in... 


Low-Capacity Reclaim Feeder Suits Mines Of Any Size
Low-Capacity Reclaim Feeder Suits Mines Of Any Size
21st August 2018

Adaptability is the watchword in FLSmidth’s Buffalo™ range of low-capacity modular reclaim feeders, making it a versatile offering for anything from run-of-mine applications by medium-tier miners... 


First equipment brings relief to port maintenance
First equipment brings relief to port maintenance
20th June 2018

The Port of Ngqura is proud to showcase its first piece of maintenance equipment since the port became operational in 2009. This crane truck, to the value of R1,8 million, was specifically modified... 


Wacker Neuson: two new excavators in the 3.5 ton class
28th May 2018

With the conventional excavator ET35 and the zero tail excavator EZ36 Wacker Neuson is presenting two new models in the 3.5 ton class. Time-tested and proven features of larger models were... 


The Bell Equipment factory in Richards Bay
Bell laments import duties on steel, tyres; Kamaz assembly could start in 2019
19th April 2018 By: Irma Venter

“South African manufacturers are paying 22% too much for their steel; whether you are making lamp posts or electrical cabinets, you are not going to pay what you would pay on the global market,”... 


SKF releases next-generation electromechanical linear actuators
5th September 2017

Powerful new actuator series widens scope for hydraulics replacement in agricultural and construction equipment. Making its debut at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017, an efficient and powerful new range of... 


SMC Pneumatics to Showcase at ProPak Cape 2017
SMC Pneumatics to Showcase at ProPak Cape 2017
4th September 2017

SMC Pneumatics is a proud, official sponsor of ProPak Cape 2017 As the world leaders in pneumatics and industrial automation, SMC Pneumatics prides itself on developing solutions for almost every... 


LANDRY MEYA
Industry 4.0 cannot be prevented, as many challenges are resolved or addressed by this trend
Africa needs to embrace Industry 4.0
14th July 2017 By: Simone Liedtke

Owing to challenges, such as depressed commodity prices, declining revenues, increasing production costs and high energy costs, the African mining industry needs to embrace new solutions based on... 


GRAHAM DUNFORD
Hudaco continues to closely manage the relationship between sales, gross margins and expenses
Hudaco remains cash generative in tough economic environment
14th July 2017 By: Mia Breytenbach

Despite a difficult economic and trading environment, JSE-listed industrial products provider Hudaco remains cash-generative, with operations having generated net cash of R247-million for the six... 


"Women of access" help Goscor reach new heights in rental industry
11th July 2017

Goscor Access Rental is blazing the way for women in a traditionally male-dominated industry. Excelling at maintaining long-term client relationships and customer service, in addition to sales, the... 


Proudly 100% South African owned manufacturer - World Power Products
Proudly 100% South African owned manufacturer - World Power Products
19th October 2016

World Power Products continues its proud 53 year heritage as a 100% South African owned manufacturer of industry leading high-precision, custom-designed sheet metal products as well as a wide range... 


FinnAust to continue Greenland dredge mining studies
2nd September 2016 By: Anine Kilian

Aim- and Frankfurt Stock Exchange-listed FinnAust Mining has appointed harbour consultant Svašek Hydraulics to conduct a metocean study at the Pituffik titanium project, in Greenland.  The metocean... 


The new disengageable F3 Pump from Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin’s new F3 Hydraulic Truck Pump is easy to engage and disengage
11th July 2016

July, 2016 - Parker Hannifin Corporation, the global leader in motion and control technologies has announced its new F3 Hydraulic Truck Pump that is designed to be installed connected to the... 


STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES 
The service centre enables young students to learn basic engineering skills
New service centre helps to improve regional service
27th May 2016 By: Victor Moolman

Technical solutions provider Bearing Man Group (BMG) has recently opened its regional service centre (RSC) in Riverhorse Valley – one of Durban’s rapidly growing industrial hubs – in KwaZulu-Natal. 


PIANO KEY WEIRS 
The rectangular keys are made with sloped bases, which guide flow over and away from the crest of the weir
Piano key weir solutions investigated at ICOLD 2016
27th May 2016 By: Simon Sonnekus

The investigation into the structural behaviour of piano key weirs was put under the spotlight at the 2016 annual International Commission on Large Dams Meeting (ICOLD), which was held at the... 


MEETING INDUSTRY REQUIREMENTS 
The Bomaq Badger 4x4 forklift is tailor-made to suit the terrain typically found on mines
Rough terrain forklift enters the Southern African market
27th May 2016 By: Kimberley Smuts

Materials handling partner and forklift supplier Masslift Africa expects to release the B50 MP 4WD Bomaq Badger, a 4x4 rough terrain forklift, offering greater manoeuvrability on dirt roads and... 


Safe, no fuss tyre handling with the Bobcat Industrial Wheel Mover
Safe, no fuss tyre handling with the Bobcat Industrial Wheel Mover
18th February 2016

Bobcat Equipment South Africa further augments its immense range of over 130 attachments with the introduction of the new Industrial Wheel Mover to the South African market. A first in South... 


Hydraulics company announces top management changes
16th October 2015

US-based screw-in hydraulic cartridge valves and manifolds design and manufacturing company Sun Hydraulics announced last month that company president and CEO Allen Carlson would “transition” from... 


Energy efficiency requirements exceeded
2nd October 2015

Rotating machines service provider Sulzer launched its innovative SNS end suction single stage process pump range last month, which is designed to exceed the highest standards of performance and... 


RWE selects solar PV energy storage system from Parker’s EGT Division
RWE selects solar PV energy storage system from Parker’s EGT Division
17th August 2015

Parker’s Energy Grid Tie (EGT) Division, a division of Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, has secured an order from German utilities company RWE to help... 


Parker Announces New Miniature Solenoid Actuated Poppet Valve for Medical Applications
30th June 2015

The Precision Fluidics Division of Parker Hannifin Corporation, the global leader in motion and control technologies, announces the release of its newest miniature solenoid actuated poppet valve,... 


EFFICIENCY FOCUS
The turbocharged, four-cylinder FPT Industrial S8000 engine of the 570T backhoe loader delivers up to 86 hp and ensures reduced fuel consumption
Backhoe loaders show multipurpose use
3rd April 2015 By: Mia Breytenbach

Construction and earthmoving equipment distributor CSE Equipment has supplied more than 80 machines to the local market, following the extension of the Case backhoe loader range through the local... 


Parker Hannifin is making a Positive Impact in Tembisa
23rd February 2015 By: Creamer Media Reporter

“He Parker a le teng ha yo mathatha! He Parker a le teng ha yo mathatha!” The local Tembisa community was singing with joy as a mobile clubhouse was donated to the Parker Harriers Running club, a... 


FAW truck plant project, South Africa
FAW truck plant project, South Africa
20th February 2015

FAW has started the production of truck bodies at a new body shop facility, located next to its Coega-based truck assembly plant, in the Eastern Cape. 


Hytec, Bosch JV targets expansion into African automation market
Hytec, Bosch JV targets expansion into African automation market
13th January 2015 By: Natalie Greve

After announcing in July last year that it planned to acquire a 50% stake in its sales partner Hytec Holdings, drive and control technologies group Bosch Rexroth said on Tuesday that the joint... 


Honingcraft
Honingcraft
12th September 2014

East Rand-based Honingcraft manufactures and supplies honed hydraulic cylinder tubes, hard-chromed shafts and cast iron bars for the hydraulics industry. With premises in Germiston’s Wadeville... 


Company increases product offering
1st August 2014

Hydraulic and hose fittings supplier Genflex Hydraulics is now able to supply hoses and cylinders for utility maintenance vehicles (UMVs), used for railway maintenance as well as hydraulic fittings... 


BALL VALVE CLADDING Stellite 6 (left) is notoriously difficult to apply as a final layer, particularly on SAF 225 (right), owing to probable cracking
Local company successfully clads complex alloy
30th May 2014 By: David Oliveira

Thermal spray service provider Thermaspray is expected to complete a Stellite alloy 6 ball valve, which will be laser-clad to the SAF 225 alloy, allowing for the ball valves to be used in highly... 


Afrox comes to the fore as local market leader in aquaculture technology
15th May 2014

Reflecting a global trend, aquaculture the farming of fresh-water or salt-water marine species in controlled environments is poised for significant growth in South Africa. In the past five years... 


Upgrade to mill relining machine completed locally
15th November 2013

Hydraulic engineering firm BMG Hydraulics reports that in October it completed the overhaul of an entire mill relining machine, including the mechanical elements and hydraulic system and components... 


Supplier claims world first in locomotive steering, unlimited growth potential
8th November 2013

Johannesburg-based locomotive solutions provider DCD Rolling Stock believes it has unlimited growth potential owing to its patented Jika passive hydraulic steering (PHS) system for bogies, which is... 


Hudaco acquires Dunford Group for R154.3m
1st November 2013 By: Natalie Greve

As part of JSE-listed Hudaco Industries’ key strategy to pursue the acquisition of new businesses in similar fields of activity, the company has signed an agreement to acquire the Dunford Group. 


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