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STRAIGHT FORWARD Local mining engineers like the tough, simple, local build because it is easier to service
New dryer range piques mining interest
28th May 2021 By: Darren Parker

The introduction of compressed-air equipment manufacturer Artic Driers International’s new SA Series heatless pressure swing air dryers has sparked significant interest in the South African mining... 


The advancement of Advent One
The advancement of Advent One
28th May 2021

Independently owned SMEIPP construction company Advent One Group recently finalised a complete management buyout of Tubular Group’s two operating entities, Tubular Engineering Services South Africa... 


Elandsfontein phosphate project, South Africa – update
Elandsfontein phosphate project, South Africa – update
28th May 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Significant progress is being made at the project. 


Medupi power station project, South Africa – update
Medupi power station project, South Africa – update
28th May 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

SABC News has reported that South Africa’s Deputy President David Mabuza has confirmed that Eskom’s Medupi power station will be fully operational by the end of 2021. 


Developments at Kropz's Elandsfontein project as at April, 2021
Kropz on track, within budget to commission Elandsfontein project
25th May 2021 By: Donna Slater

Aim-listed emerging African phosphate developer Kropz reports that, despite disruptions brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic, significant progress is being made at its Elandsfontein project,... 


United Mining Services Group
United Mining Services Group
21st May 2021

United Mining Services Group: Value driven solutions to the mining and minerals processing markets United Mining Services (UMS) Group, incorporating the internationally recognised Mining... 


M&D Construction Group nurtures a spirit of Khula Nathi in Duduza
20th May 2021

M&D Construction Group, a leading multi-disciplinary contractor, is again demonstrating its leadership in service delivery infrastructure projects that are also intended to uplift communities... 


Wage negotiations in Metals and Engineering sector should be about protecting jobs while ensuring decent living wage – CEA
19th May 2021

Last year’s historic wage standstill agreement in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic will see this year’s wage talks pose a tough challenge for employers engaged in the steel construction industry,... 


Ivanhoe, DRC utility partner to deliver hydropower for Kamoa mine
17th May 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

To support the continued successful performance of the Kamoa mining complex, Ivanhoe Mines Energy DRC, a sister company of Kamoa Copper, has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding... 


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... 


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