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Beyondie tracking to plan - Kalium Lakes
13th May 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

The Beyondie sulphate of potash (SOP) project, in Western Australia, is on track to start commercial SOP production in September this year. ASX-listed Kalium Lakes on Thursday noted that... 


CARRY-ION
Being able to save water on a month to month basis is now possible subsequent an upgrade on a mines water treatment plant
Substantial water savings add up
7th May 2021

Solid liquid separation specialists Watercare Mining, in a case study published last month, highlighted cost savings of about R760 000 a month, following its upgrade of a mine’s water treatment... 


Are you selecting the right pump materials for acid mine water?
Are you selecting the right pump materials for acid mine water?
29th April 2021

Acid mine water occurs when water reacts with pyrite – what we commonly know as ‘fool’s gold’ – in mining cavities beneath the Earth’s surface and in instances in coal processing plants where the... 


Africa Automation Technology Fair postponed to 9-11 May 2023 and launches Virtual Connect! taking place in September 2021
28th April 2021

Following feedback gathered from in-depth exhibitor and visitor surveys and close collaboration with industry stakeholders, the Africa Automation Technology Fair (AATF) has made the decision to... 


Africa Automation Technology Fair postponed to 9-11 May 2023 and launches Virtual Connect! taking place in September 2021
28th April 2021

Following feedback gathered from in-depth exhibitor and visitor surveys and close collaboration with industry stakeholders, the Africa Automation Technology Fair (AATF) has made the decision to... 


THE INTERCONNECTEDNESS OF ALL THINGS connectivity forms the foundation of industrial control and automation
Industry 4.0 tech adoption requires forethought
16th April 2021

For the successful adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, several considerations must be taken into account from both a technology and human standpoint, says technology solutions provider Dwyka... 


Instrotech supplies the Kobold DOE oval gear flowmeter
Flow meter measures fuel consumption
26th March 2021

Positive displacement flow technology allows for precise flow measurement of most clean liquids. When liquid flows through a positive displacement flowmeter, two oval geared rotors measure a... 


Automation specialists to build on 15 years of success
23rd March 2021

Industrial automation and robotics specialists Hybrid Automation –  a privately owned company founded in 2005 by MD Sachin Singh –  specialises in the design, development, manufacture, installation... 


Solutions ensure cleanliness standards are met
19th March 2021

Engineering components provider BMG’s fluid technology filtration solutions comprise a range of fluid power components and systems, which are supported by the team’s broad technical capabilities to... 


North Field East liquefied natural gas project, Qatar
North Field East liquefied natural gas project, Qatar
19th March 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

The North Field East liquefied natural gas project is being developed as part of the first phase of the North Field expansion project. 


Unlimited performance in limited spaces
17th March 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

AF-E 400 from KROHNE – New best in class compact electromagnetic flowmeter for utilities and industrial automation Compact, robust, reliable and cost-effective – these are important characteristics... 


12 Challenges slowing down COMOS implementation in the African Market
15th March 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Written by: Theko Letsie (Pr. Engineer & Head of COMOS implementation at FrequencyShift) As one of the early adopters and users of COMOS, it has become apparent to us that COMOS can deliver on all... 


Kobold NEK conductive level switch from Instrotech
Conductive level switches offer reliable monitoring
12th March 2021

The use of conductive level switches for monitoring chemical or freshwater tanks, mixing vessels or for run-dry protection in pumps, helps to ensure efficient and cost-effective measurement and... 


SUPPLY AND DEMAND
Rand-Air is supplying a gold-processing and refinery plant with three electric oil-free compressors on a long-term rental basis
Compressors are worth ‘their weight in gold’
12th March 2021 By: Khutso Maphatsoe

Rand-Air recently secured a repeat hire with a long-standing customer in the mining industry; when underground compressors were required, Rand-Air met the customer’s specific requirements, explains... 


MOIST CONDITIONS
While moisture is the major focus, SECO also supplies analysers for the continuous online measurement of caffeine besides others
Moisture control key in food processing
12th March 2021

Moisture is important in many manufacturing processes, but when it comes to food processing, excess moisture can ruin products and create unnecessary waste, economic losses and decreased... 


The two Artemis I boosters, standing on the mobile launcher, inside the Vehicle Assembly Building
US space agency reports that booster rockets for first Artemis mission have been stacked
10th March 2021 By: Rebecca Campbell

The US National Aeronautics and Space Agency (Nasa) announced on Tuesday that the stacking of the two solid rocket boosters for the Artemis I mission had been completed. Each booster was composed... 


Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Quebec
Rio invests C$92m in hydroelectric station in Quebec
10th March 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Mining major Rio Tinto has announced a C$92-million investment in maintenance work and upgrades to improve the reliability and efficiency of its Isle-Maligne hydroelectric station, which is... 


ZOOMING INTO SAFETY 
Over the years, the importance of safety has grown substantially, whereby laws and regulations governing the smelter and metals sector have become stricter
Safe and reliable steel production even more crucial
26th February 2021

High temperatures, molten metals and heavy loads are some of the challenges faced during steel production, says industrial instrumentation and automation multinational Endress+Hauser. 


New flange monoblock with shut-off valve
22nd February 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

WIKA's new monoblock with flange connection has been designed for applications in the process industry. The compact design integrates a shut-off valve to separate the process from the instrument... 


Gruyere gold project, Australia – update
Gruyere gold project, Australia – update
19th February 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Gold Road Resources has flagged a potential increase in yearly production from its Gruyere joint venture with Gold Fields over the next three years. 


Golden skies unveiled at Gruyere
16th February 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Gold miner Gold Road Resources has flagged a potential increase in annual production from its Gruyere joint venture (JV) with South Africa’s Gold Fields over the next three years. Gold Road on... 


Medupi power station project, South Africa – update
Medupi power station project, South Africa – update
12th February 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Medupi Unit 1 is on track for commercial operation by July 2021. 


Endress+Hauser certifies its industrial cloud as industrial digitalisation steams ahead
5th February 2021 By: Schalk Burger

Industrial instrumentation and automation multinational Endress+Hauser reported its latest industrial technology developments during a virtual briefing on February 4, and detailed new developments... 


HELPING HAND
The  Society for Automation, Instrumentation, Mechatronics and Control hopes its trust fund will drive change in education in the sector
Society drives initiatives to improve instrumentation sector
5th February 2021 By: Halima Frost

The Society for Automation, Instrumentation, Mechatronics and Control (SAIMC) has announced that its trust fund will be introduced to the instrumentation and control sector this year, which is... 


GROUP POWER
The new technology enables the company to accurately survey complex structures in just one site visit
Group continues to embrace instrumentation technology
5th February 2021

Utility management company Bosch Munitech continues to make a substantial investment in the latest instrumentation technology, offering geospatial services in line with stringent global standards.... 


Gibela bursaries
Gibela calls for applicants for engineering bursaries
3rd February 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Train-maker Gibela is looking for eligible candidates for the 210 bursaries it is offering this year, for post-matric study in an array of engineering-related fields. Established in 2013 as a black... 


ON TRACK
The Capacity tractors offer efficient cargo handling solutions that reduce operating costs
New dashboard assists in efficient cargo handling
29th January 2021

Cargo truck manufacturer Capacity Group introduced a newly designed dashboard with elevated instrumentation, which will reduce driver fatigue and optimise productivity, to its terminal tractors in... 


2020 MESA virtual conference – if you missed it you missed out!
18th January 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Originally published in South African Instrumentation & Control at https://bit.ly/3irdKlo 2020 brought about a lot of uncertainty, anxiety, fear, broken economies, and a complete halt to what we... 


FULL CONTROL
The installation, with remote monitoring and remote access, ensures that the client has full control over the system remotely
Company ready for larger-scale projects
15th January 2021 By: Darren Parker

With the global trend of microgrid hybrid power solutions, solar solutions company Vert Energy was presented with a unique opportunity by property development company O’Nit Developments, whose... 


Wastewater treatment for all industries
15th January 2021

Owing to decades of experience in the water and wastewater treatment industry, and a dedicated portfolio of solutions, instrumentation company Endress+Hauser can help make industrial wastewater... 


DECISIONS, DECISIONS Big data is an output that is targeted at high level management, to enable plant managers to make company strategic decisions
Mixture of strategies will provide suitable water treatment solution
15th January 2021 By: Khutso Maphatsoe

A mixture of strategies will provide the best water treatment solution for a water-scarce country, such as South Africa, says global technology company ABB Energy Industries South Africa sales... 


International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor project, France
International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor project, France
15th January 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

The ITER Organisation has selected the contractors to undertake the assembly and installation activities inside the Tokamak Complex at the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor.  


SMS Group to buy Andritz Maerz's copper furnace business
13th January 2021 By: Donna Slater

Industrial furnace company Andritz Maerz and plant supplier SMS Group have entered into an agreement to transfer the global copper furnace business, including the related intellectual property and... 


Hunt on for ‘tens of billions’ more, as ABB agrees to repay R1.56bn to settle corrupt Kusile contract
Hunt on for ‘tens of billions’ more, as ABB agrees to repay R1.56bn to settle corrupt Kusile contract
11th December 2020 By: Terence Creamer

Eskom and the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) announced on Friday that an agreement had been reached with ABB South Africa in terms of which the multinational technology group would repay... 


Minato waste-to-energy refurbishment project, Japan
Minato waste-to-energy refurbishment project, Japan
11th December 2020 By: Sheila Barradas

Clean Authority of Tokyo is refurbishing and improving the incinerators and related equipment at Minato waste-to-energy plant, in Tokyo. 


STEVE CATHEY 
We aim to become the go-to engineering team to solve the challenges around transitional ores that many copper producing mining houses are currently facing
Company involved in plant construction for DRC mine
4th December 2020 By: Cameron Mackay

Local consulting firm Metallurgical Engineering Technology and Construction (METC) was approached in 2017 to provide detailed engineering and equipment supply for the Mutoshi copper mine, in the... 


Gammatec
Gammatec
4th December 2020

Gammatec NDT Supplies specialises in manufacturing, marketing, sales and support for the non-destructive testing (NDT) industry.  Headquartered in Vereeniging, South Africa, Gammatec is the proud... 


The Booyco Electronics Asset Management System allows data to be analysed for patterns which indicate unsafe behaviour
Proximity detection systems help to make mines safer and more productive
1st December 2020

Using proximity detection system (PDS) hardware and monitoring devices to centralise information, can help mines to become safer and more productive, asserts PDS solutions company Booyco... 


ABB’s Ability Safety Plus for hoists ensures the highest level of personnel and equipment safety
Highest level hoist safety for mining sector
27th November 2020

SPONSORED POST (Virtual Showroom): Global technology company ABB has announced the market launch of the first Safety Integrity Level 3 (SIL 3) certified mine hoist brake system, hoist monitor and... 


FRESH AIR The Titan 
Power Breather is a high flow breather which is perfect for tank farms and large flow applications
Range of solutions ensures clean fluids
27th November 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Engineering solutions provider BMG’s Fluid Technology division’s filtration solutions comprise a range of fluid power components and systems. These solutions are supported by the team’s broad... 


The Endurance Series pyrometer from R&C Instrumentation
High temperature ratio pyrometers withstand harsh industrial environments
25th November 2020

SPONSORED POST: High temperature ratio pyrometers are designed to be rugged and flexible, enabling continuous visual process monitoring in harsh industrial environments, including primary and... 


IN DEMAND The raise in demand for reliable detection systems aimed at tailing facilities has grown over the last few years owing to devastating faliures
Demand for reliable monitoring systems on the rise
20th November 2020 By: Halima Frost

The demand for early-warning systems for tailings facilities and/or dams has increased exponentially, subsequent to the Vale incident, suggests geotechnical civil and mining instrumentation company... 


SAICE honours the tastemakers within civil engineering
18th November 2020

Ingenuity and technical excellence prevailed at the most anticipated evening in industry - the PPS-SAICE 2020 National Awards ceremony that took place on Thursday, 12 November 2020 in Johannesburg.... 


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Werner South Africa Pumps & Equipment (PTY) LTD
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For over 30 years, Werner South Africa Pumps & Equipment (PTY) LTD has been designing, manufacturing, supplying and maintaining specialist...

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Avlock International
Avlock International

Avlock International is a leading manufacturer and distributor of Specialized Fastening Systems.

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Weir
Weir

Weir is a global leader in mining technology. We recognise that our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that...

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Weir

Weir is a global leader in mining technology. We recognise that our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that...

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