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Toronto-listed Lucara Diamond, along with its shaft sinking contractor in the project, United Mining Services (UMS), on September 4 hosted a final production shaft blast ceremony and safety...
Automation solutions provider Rollon’s high-specification linear motion systems are engineered for high-performance automation in many industries, including food processing, where hygiene,...
The new mining technology being advanced by Master Drilling promises “continuous”, round-the-clock mining uplift – even when it comes to narrow reef extraction. On the new technology being...
NexGen Energy has doubled its contracted sales volumes to more than ten-million pounds as the company advances its project.
To help customers keep abreast of the ever-evolving nature of local materials handling and warehousing industries, materials handling solutions supplier Shumani Industrial Equipment has introduced...
In many mining and industrial plants, transfer points are the unsung heroes of materials handling; quietly facilitating the continuous flow of product through the process. Yet, too often, these...
Ensuring that lifting equipment is correctly loaded and balanced is crucial, as it allows users to avoid mechanical failures and accidents. This also enhances product safety, owing to correct load...
Global mining technology company TAKRAF, which celebrates an extraordinary 300 years of industrial history in August, is marking the milestone by reaffirming its commitment to innovation,...
In the world of materials handling, transfer chute design is often underestimated - sometimes with costly consequences. While it may seem like a simple task, it is in fact one of the most complex...
Designed to adapt to perform in diverse conditions, Wacker Neuson wheel loaders offer a number of innovations such as all-wheel steering (AWS) and a range of attachments designed to optimise...
Industrial solutions provider BMG has expanded its portfolio of motion control technologies with the introduction of Rollon linear guidance systems, designed for high efficiency in many industries,...
In many mining and other industrial plants, transfer points are the unsung heroes of materials handling – quietly facilitating the continuous flow of product through the process. Yet, too often,...
Driven by a foundational need to address the inherent complexities of bulk materials handling in the mining sector, end-to-end logistics and supply chain solutions provider Unitrans has adopted...
WAM South Africa is showcasing its latest high-efficiency screening technologies and smart wastewater treatment solutions at IFAT Africa 2025, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable and...
The adoption of digital innovations, such as modern equipment or technologies for automation and cloud storage solutions, are becoming more prevalent in the quarrying and mining sector in Africa....
Rio Tinto’s Oyu Tolgoi has approved a shift in its underground development strategy.
Efficient and reliable conveyor systems are essential for industries that depend on bulk materials handling, and a holistic conveyor system audit can help mining operations maximise efficiency and...
With sub-Saharan Africa experiencing an increase in infrastructure development, the increased demand for cement necessitates precise monitoring to ensure that the storage and transportation thereof...
In the high-pressure environment of bulk materials handling, transfer chutes play a more pivotal role than many realise. While often overlooked, these components are critical to ensuring seamless...
Optimal efficiency, cost-effectiveness and safety on a mining site can be achieved by selecting the most appropriate excavator to use in bulk materials handling environments at a mine, reports...
In industries where efficient materials handling is critical, equipment supplier Oscillating Systems Technology Africa (OST-Africa) has developed a spillage system consisting of heavy duty impact...
To meet the growing demand for customised, high-performance specialised electric motors in heavy engineering, electric motor manufacturer Hexagon Electrical announced the expansion of its...
Offering reliable and innovative solutions, such as bulk materials handling contracts, to the mining sector is key for small, medium-sized and microenterprises (SMMEs) operating in the demanding...
The Competition Tribunal has conditionally approved the proposed merger in which Apex Capital Partners (ACP) intends to acquire DRA Global. Upon implementation, ACP will gain sole control of DRA...
As industries transition toward more sustainable and efficient operations, electric forklifts powered by lithium-ion batteries are leading the change. With zero emissions, faster charging times and...
A belt scale system featuring integrated AI-driven continuous calibration checking and real-time load cell monitoring with traditional belt scales, was recently launched at the bauma 2025 trade...
This year's West African Mining and Power Expo (WAMPEX) is expected to be attended by more than 7 000 visitors – an increase of almost 30% compared with last year’s attendance, reports global...
An expanding gold mining operation in the Caribbean recently faced a significant challenge at one of its transfer points, where sticky ore - especially problematic during the hot summer months -...
A new compact electric mini picker is now available to the Southern African market. The versatile, environment-friendly Jekko MPK10 mini picker is exclusively distributed in the country by lifting...
South African pioneer of proximity detection systems Booyco Electronics continues to play a pivotal role in the quest for zero harm in the mining sector. Acknowledged as a leader in the field, the...
A 12-m-diameter gold concentrate thickener for an East Africa-focused gold producer, developer and explorer is currently undergoing a capacity-expansion upgrade by the plant’s original-equipment...
In an era where data-driven decisions are critical, Tru-Trac Rollers unveiled its intelligent belt scale system at bauma 2025. Featuring integrated AI-driven continuous calibration checking and...
JSE-listed engineering and contracting group Murray & Roberts (M&R) has advised that creditors will vote on the business rescue plan for M&R Limited on April 8. The plan was published on March...
A range of new products, such as diesel, liquefied petroleum gas and electric forklift reach trucks, and warehouse equipment such as pallet trucks and stackers, are making their way into the...
A raised bucket in front of traditional wheel loaders can create blind spots, posing significant safety risks. Develon, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, has introduced its transparent bucket...
Through an expanded fleet and the introduction of additional services, opencast mining, bulk materials handling, and drilling and blasting service provider Zizwe Opencast Mining is targeting...
Kusile’s final unit – Unit 6 – has been synced to the national grid.
A robotic rig deployed at a project last year increased productivity by about 50% and consumed 75% less water than the more conventional rigs working on the same contract, Master Drilling director...
Drilling and mechanised rock excavation technology solutions company Master Drilling, which was established in 1986 and listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange Limited in 2012, has declared a...
Uranium miner NexGen Energy has marked a key milestone in the project’s regulatory process.
This week: South Africa can return to being global ferroalloy hub, ARM’s Andre Joubert reiterates; ‘Very promising’ narrow-reef boring technology nearing rollout stage, ARM reports; and, Exxaro...
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...
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