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SAPPMA marks milestone at 20th Annual General Meeting with renewed commitment to quality
SAPPMA marks milestone at 20th Annual General Meeting with renewed commitment to quality
25th November 2024

The Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers’ Association (SAPPMA) celebrated a landmark occasion with the hosting of its 20th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 13 November 2024. The event... 


TAILORED SOLUTIONS
IHC Mining provides customised equipment and technologies tailored to each site’s unique conditions
Suite of tailings solutions extract additional value
22nd November 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

In response to rising demand for sustainable mining practices, equipment, services, and solutions supplier IHC Mining has launched a suite of advanced tailings rehandling and reprocessing solutions... 


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,... 


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Overnight water throttling part of new measures to combat Joburg’s water challenges
12th November 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Johannesburg Water will start throttling water supply from between 21:00 and 04:00, as the city experiences increasingly frequent interruptions to daily water supply. The new measure, set to start... 


STATE-OF-THE-ART SOLUTIONS
BMG delivers state-of-the-art valve solutions to diverse industries across Africa
Partnership delivers advanced solutions in sector
8th November 2024

Through close teamwork, power transmission and motion control products distributor BMG and valve designer and manufacturer InterApp offer a comprehensive range of valve products for use in... 


Kriel Power Station
Trip at Kriel power station’s Unit 6 will not lead to loadshedding, Eskom assures
4th November 2024 By: Darren Parker

State-owned utility Eskom has assured the country that the tripping of Unit 6 at the Kriel power station, in Mpumalanga, on November 3, would not impact the current generation capacity or lead to... 


Branislav Bibic, Area VP for sub-Saharan Africa at Philip Morris International
Branislav Bibic
25th October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This week we profile Branislav Bibic, Area VP for sub-Saharan Africa at Philip Morris International, a producer of tobacco and nicotine products, including cigarettes and smoke-free products 


Location map of the Lance Projects
Lance Projects – Ross and Kendrick production areas, US – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The project is on track to restart production in December. 


Image of Epiroc’s SmartROC D65 battery-electric drill rig
First ever battery-electric drill rig showcased
24th October 2024

A pioneering new battery-electric drill rig was recently showcased at the MINExpo exhibition held in Las Vegas, US. Described as the first ever down-the-hole surface drill rig, Epiroc says its... 


Harmony Gold's Kareerand tailings operation.
Harmony delivers gold recovery project with 30% of building work going to locals
23rd October 2024 By: Martin Creamer

With the streaming agreement between Franco-Nevada and Mine Waste Solutions (MWS) over, Harmony Gold will from now on benefit fully from the soaring gold price that is coinciding with the delivery... 


Inkulu Pipes Pioneers Large-Diameter PE Pipe Manufacturing in Africa with Groundbreaking Order
23rd October 2024

South Africa, September 2024 – In a historic achievement for the African construction industry, Inkulu Pipes has secured an unprecedented order to manufacture 744 meters of PE 100 DN/OD 1200 mm SDR... 


Outcome of SAPPMA special meeting renewed focus on quality
Outcome of SAPPMA special meeting renewed focus on quality
18th October 2024

SAPPMA held a pivotal special quality meeting via Zoom, gathering members to address pressing quality concerns within the industry. The meeting convened under the leadership of Chairman Jan Venter,... 


Drone image of the Lance project facilities on October 9.
Lance uranium on track for December restart
16th October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Lance uranium project, in Wyoming, remains on track to restart production in December, owner Peninsula Energy reported on Wednesday. Lance is one of the biggest uranium in-situ recovery... 


Rio Tinto CEO Jakob Stausholm
Rio takes step toward M&A redemption with $6.7bn lithium bet
14th October 2024 By: Bloomberg

A little over a decade ago, Rio Tinto Group was reeling from the impact of disastrous investments. First, the bruising top-of-the-market purchase of aluminum group Alcan, and then the ill-conceived... 


Aerial view of the Diavik mine
Diavik A21 underground project, Canada – update
11th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The development and construction of Phase 1 have been completed. 


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Next-generation four-stroke rammers launched
4th October 2024

Two new four-stroke rammers, known for improved fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and lower operating costs, have been launched to the South African market. The new models are said to represent a... 


Iron-ore being railed to port
Large-scale infrastructure concessions needed to drive logistics competitiveness
30th September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

State-owned logistics agency Transnet has taken tentative steps towards limited engagement with the private sector, but there should be large-scale concessions of port and rail capacity to drive... 


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Ridgeline expansion project, US
27th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The project is an expansion of Enbridge’s existing East Tennessee Natural Gas system. 


Image of a conveyor belt
Advanced monitoring technology for conveyors
20th September 2024

A new system that enables early detection of potential problems on conveyor systems was recently unveiled by Tru-Trac at Electra Mining Africa. The monitoring technology is used to identify and... 


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MULTI ALLOYS: A division of EMVAfrica
20th September 2024

Established in 1997, MULTI ALLOYS is a leading stockist of duplex stainless steel, nickel alloys and specialised metals in the South African market and focuses on the supply of these... 


The above image depicts a VGI pipeline project site
Training needed to expand welder pool in remote, rural areas
13th September 2024 By: Lynne Davies

The general shortage of skilled labour in remote areas, and the lack of training of local welders – to a level where they pass a welder performance qualification test –  highlights the Southern... 


The Misery underground mine is part of the Ekati deposit located in Canada’s Northwest Territories.
Burgundy eyes extended life for Misery
5th September 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Australian mining company Burgundy Diamond Mines has announced encouraging results from its ongoing drilling programme at the Misery underground mine in Canada, suggesting the potential for an... 


The ChemCAD suite, from Chemstations, provides calculations to design, analyse, and optimise chemical processes
Software firm helps engineers elevate their game
30th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Chempute Software, a provider of engineering software and training, is strengthening its support for engineering sectors with expanded offerings aimed at optimising design and operational... 


Integrated Air Solutions
Integrated Air Solutions
30th August 2024

Superior compressed air solutions for all your sustainable air needs. Specialist compressed air solutions provider Integrated Air Solutions is dedicated to delivering air reliably and efficiently,... 


PPPs to be at core of strategic water management in South Africa
23rd August 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

While there is no quick, one-size-fits-all solution for South Africa’s complex, ongoing water challenges, public-private partnerships (PPPs) can serve as a strategic model to address water... 


Women in Industry - Lesedi Nuclear Services
Women in Industry - Lesedi Nuclear Services
23rd August 2024

Nicky Van der Poel Senior Executive: Outage Services and Managing Director: Lesedi Skills Academy 


Image of CoCT's pump station control room
Cape Town launches live tracking of water, sanitation snags
20th August 2024 By: Irma Venter

Cape Town has unveiled a new pump station control room, which digitally tracks the live performance of water and sanitation infrastructure.                     The control room is already helping... 


Image of Sy-Klone engine air filter pre-cleaners
Air filter pre-cleaners enhance engine performance and fuel efficiency
16th August 2024

Developed with technology from the US, air filter pre-cleaners are designed to keep engines’ air filters cleaner for longer, enhancing performance and fuel efficiency, cutting filter replacement... 


KEITUMETSE MOUMAKOE
The advent of the seventh administration in South Africa has instilled renewed confidence
Association emphasises need for sustained steel demand
16th August 2024

The carbon steel tube and pipe sector – akin to other sub-domestic industries that are emerging from an historically low industrial base – is emphasising the critical need for sustained demand and... 


Mining licence approval must be speeded up in a one-stop regulatory environment
Mining licence approval must be speeded up in a one-stop regulatory environment
16th August 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Mines have a propensity to create widespread economic activity well beyond the mine gates, which is why government must not be allowed to take so excessively long to approve mine licensing. South... 


On-The-Air (09/08/2024)
On-The-Air (09/08/2024)
9th August 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Martin Creamer talking on copper, gold and ferrochrome. 


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Big solar installation epitomises Sun City’s ongoing efforts to remain relevant
9th August 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Sun International’s Sun City, in the North West, is continuing its drive to remain relevant as it progresses several successful initiatives to revamp the premier leisure and entertainment... 


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Multotec's pioneering women redefine industry standards
9th August 2024

Amanda Jonker Is the senior ceramist at Multotec’s wear linings division, specialising in ceramic lining manufacture and installation for wear protection, primarily serving the mining and power... 


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Big solar installation epitomises Sun City’s ongoing efforts to remain relevant
8th August 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Sun International’s Sun City, in the North West, is continuing its drive to remain relevant as it progresses several successful initiatives to revamp the premier leisure and entertainment... 


TNPA reports steady progress on 24-month Port of Durban road upgrade project
7th August 2024 By: Schalk Burger

State-owned Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has reported steady progress of the road rehabilitation project at the Port of Durban to improve access to facilities and reduce delays caused... 


Fast and Furious Fill and Drain Cycles / Space Limitations? No Problem for VEGAPULS 6X
Fast and Furious Fill and Drain Cycles / Space Limitations? No Problem for VEGAPULS 6X
7th August 2024

( Virtual Showroom )Keeping your energy and power generation plant running smoothly requires reliable measurement solutions. But what happens when your level measurement application is a real... 


Agrico Zambia helps local farmers irrigate their way to success
Agrico Zambia helps local farmers irrigate their way to success
6th August 2024

Guru Singh from Morning Site Farm, outside Chisamba, Zambia, started farming 15 years ago. Back then, he knew little to nothing about farming. 


Copper 360’s debut load of ore exits one of the shafts at Rietberg mine. This was the first time in 41 years that mining activity in the Northern Cape’s copper district recommenced.
Re-opened Rietberg copper mine on way to becoming Copper 360’s cash cow
5th August 2024 By: Martin Creamer

The revived Rietberg copper mine is on its way to becoming the cash cow of Copper 360, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange AltX company, which last week produced the first copper ore in the O’Kiep... 


Pratley products a winner for on-the-go repairs at Dakar Rally participant
Pratley products a winner for on-the-go repairs at Dakar Rally participant
19th July 2024

When Wessel Bosman drove across Africa in 2016 in a Ford F250, little did he realise he would end up stranded in a remote location and in extreme temperatures following a gasket head problem.... 


An image of the DustBoss DB-45 Surge in action
Technology company introduces new dust cannon
19th July 2024

Leader in atomised mist technology and dust control solutions BossTek has introduced a powerful, mobile, mid-sized dust control cannon, in response to input from customers across the demolition and... 


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Ridgeline expansion project, US
19th July 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Enbridge is expanding its existing East Tennessee Natural Gas system. 


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New concrete fastener meets high-load demand
12th July 2024

Global fastener solutions manufacturer fischer India announced the launch of its pre-positioned undercut anchor, or FSU, which is a “ground-breaking addition” to fischer's line-up designed to meet... 


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