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Demand-side management helps consumers limit energy costs
17th October 2025

South African smart-home energy technologies company Sensor Networks has partnered with European demand-side management specialist ThermoVault to bring advanced load-shifting capabilities to geyser... 


Affordable financing and supplier vetting are key to renewable energy adoption in SA 
17th October 2025

Affordability and consumer trust are two of the biggest barriers to renewable energy adoption in South Africa. That said, retail banks can play a critical role in addressing both challenges.... 


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Innovative blasting solutions for modern mining
17th October 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Through innovative blasting solutions, mines can ensure sustainable and efficient mining, says explosives and blasting technology supplier BME underground operations regional manager Derick... 


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MetaleN
17th October 2025

Copper tubes manufacturer MetaleN endeavoured to extend its range of locally produced tubes over the past 24 months. An increased focus on value addition to its existing tubes, as well as... 


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Engineer warns era of large-scale dense media coal plants in South Africa may be over
14th October 2025 By: Darren Parker

South Africa’s era of large-scale dense media coal plants may be drawing to a close, according to DRA minerals processing consultant Mark Cresswell. Speaking at the twenty-first International Coal... 


SCP technology specified for mine recommissioning
14th October 2025

Innovative SprayLock Concrete Protection technology has been specified as part of the repair system of damaged concrete structures on a mine. This was based on the exceptional performance of SCP... 


Werner Pumps launches redesigned industrial high-pressure washer
Werner Pumps launches redesigned industrial high-pressure washer
13th October 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Werner Pumps has launched its fully redesigned range of industrial high-pressure washers, engineered for medium- to heavy-duty applications and built with a “racing-car” style... 


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South African pumps supplier official Grindex distributer in West Africa
10th October 2025 By: Tracy Klückow

To better support operations in West Africa’s rapidly expanding mining sector, Gauteng pumps supplier Integrated Pump Technology was officially appointed an authorised distributor of the Grindex... 


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Partnership sees Italian pumps enter SA market
10th October 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

A partnership was formed between South African interconnected mechanical consumables supplier Bearings International (Bi) and Italian industrial pump manufacturer SAER, as publicly announced on... 


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Organisation positions motor efficiency as key deliverable
10th October 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Electric motors are central to South Africa’s mining operations – powering fans, pumps, conveyors and other essential equipment – making developments in motor and drive technology increasingly more... 


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New pump range suitable for demanding applications
10th October 2025

Pump and valve product manufacturer KSB Pumps and Valves (KSB) has launched a rugged stainless-steel submersible pump range – CORAChrom – designed for deep borehole use and other demanding... 


Grindex submersible dewatering pumps are seeing growing demand across Zambia and the DRC, where mining operations face tough underground water challenges
Grindex submersible dewatering pumps prove their mettle in the Copperbelt
7th October 2025

Grindex submersible dewatering pumps continue to gain significant traction among mining operations in Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where the demand for reliable and efficient... 


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Kusile power plant project, South Africa – update
3rd October 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Unit 6 has officially entered into commercial operation. 


IPR offers rental and purchase options to provide continuous access to equipment with service support
Rising demand for submersible dewatering pumps drives growth at IPR
2nd October 2025

IPR (Integrated Pump Rental), a leading specialist in dewatering and dredging solutions, has reported seeing strong demand growth for its ranges of submersible pumps across Southern Africa. This... 


Driving Efficiency and Decarbonisation: NCPC-SA supports TNPA to achieve ISO 50001 certification
Driving Efficiency and Decarbonisation: NCPC-SA supports TNPA to achieve ISO 50001 certification
30th September 2025

The National Cleaner Production Centre (NCPC) has played a critical role in supporting Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) on its journey to ISO 50001 certification. From preparing the Ports... 


Namibian Municipality strengthens service delivery with Werner Pumps truck and trailer
Namibian Municipality strengthens service delivery with Werner Pumps truck and trailer
29th September 2025

(Virtual Showroom) The Municipality of Walvis Bay in Namibia has strengthened its sewer and drainage maintenance capabilities with the addition of a South African manufactured Werner Pumps jetting... 


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Pumps ensure reliable dewatering during rainy season
26th September 2025

At a gemstone mine in Zambia, dewatering is critical to keeping the openpit both safe and productive. Here, two Godwin Dri-Prime HL160 pumps from Integrated Pump Technology have enabled mining... 


three large yellow submersible slurry pumps in the Goodwin Pumps repair shop in Zambia
Local branch improves pumps, parts availability
26th September 2025 By: Halima Frost

Since the opening of its branch in Kitwe, Zambia, in 2020, submersible pumps supplier Goodwin Submersible Pumps Africa has been better positioned to service the copper dominated local mining... 


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Electrotech vision
26th September 2025 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa is thankfully surfacing from a of period of prolonged electricity disruption that all but stripped the country of its ability to grow and create jobs for more than a decade. But this... 


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Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
26th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The Stage 2 dewatering of the Kakula mine has started on schedule.  


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Integrated Pump Technology drives dewatering success across Africa
26th September 2025

Pump supplier Integrated Pump Technology has been at the forefront of helping mining operations manage the persistent challenge of groundwater ingress, both on surface and underground. Groundwater... 


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Durable wastewater pump supports local municipalities and industries
23rd September 2025

A new wastewater pump from KSB Pumps and Valves is described as an ultra-durable long service pump that experiences fewer blockages and has lower maintenance requirements than traditional pumps.... 


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Hydraulic technology for industrial jetting and vacuuming equipment 
19th September 2025

V-belt-driven pumps have traditionally been used in high-pressure jetting trucks, however, hydraulic technology is becoming more widely used and offers numerous benefits, says Werner Pumps MD... 


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MetaleN
19th September 2025

Copper tubes manufacturer MetaleN endeavoured to extend its range of locally produced tubes over the past 24 months. An increased focus on value addition to its existing tubes, as well as... 


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Dewey Burdock in situ recovery project, US – update
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The project is advancing closer to development. 


The Kakula mine
Ivanhoe confirms on schedule start of Stage 2 dewatering at Kakula
18th September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

TSX- and OTCQX-listed Ivanhoe Mines says Stage 2 dewatering at the Kakula mine, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, started on schedule and that the company will provide an update on the copper... 


When Purpose Meets Solar Power:  Collaboration Brings More Than Power to Children’s Village
When Purpose Meets Solar Power: Collaboration Brings More Than Power to Children’s Village
18th September 2025

Unreliable electricity affects everything from a child’s safety and medical care to a warm meal. This is no longer a daily reality at African Blessings Children’s Village. An impactful... 


enCore advances federal permitting for South Dakota uranium project
17th September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Uranium company enCore Energy said a US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) board rejected a challenge from Native American and environmental groups over permits for its Dewey Burdock in-situ... 


Weir Envirotech Alpha pump on display, cut in half
More pump buyers prioritising long-term value over upfront costs
12th September 2025 By: Tracy Klückow

A growing number of customers are adopting a total cost of ownership (TCO) approach, leveraging mining equipment supplier Weir’s technical studies to identify more effective ways to reduce... 


DEMANDING APPLICATIONS The Godwin diesel-driven pump delivers powerful, uninterrupted performance for the most demanding dewatering applications, even in remote off-grid locations
Reliable dewatering solutions non-negotiable, says pumps provider
12th September 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

As Africa’s mining sector continues on a strong and consistent growth trajectory, the use of high performance, efficient and reliable dewatering solutions have become non-negotiable to ensure safe... 


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Modern mining challenges necessitate optimised pumps
12th September 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Mining operations are demanding pumps with higher hydraulic efficiency, lower energy use and longer wear life to lower costs, improve environmental impact and meet modern operational demands, says... 


Innovative pump solutions ease strains
12th September 2025

As mining operations across Africa, and particularly in South Africa, continue to evolve, the role of advanced pump systems “has never been more critical”, says Pump manufacturer Pump & Abrasion... 


Sensor Networks, ThermoVault partner on smart geyser solutions
10th September 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Smart energy technologies company Sensor Networks and demand-side management specialist company ThermoVault have formed a partnership to enable real-time, remote control of smart geysers that will... 


IPR has added the Atlas Copco PAC SH diesel-driven pump, delivering a powerful 250 m shut-off head for tough dewatering jobs, to its product lineup
IPR expands dewatering solutions with high-head Atlas Copco PAC SH pump
9th September 2025

IPR (Integrated Pump Rental) has strengthened its dewatering solutions portfolio with the addition of the high head Atlas Copco PAC SH dewatering pump. Capable of a 250 m shut-off head, this... 


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Cape Ocean Terminals secures licence to build a petroleum storage facility in Saldanha Bay
5th September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has approved an application by Cape Ocean Terminals for a combined licence to build a petroleum storage facility in the Saldanha Bay Industrial... 


A massive refinery that Kiloton has offered its services to
Specialised equipment cuts downtime in refining sector
5th September 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

As a certified authorised distributor of Enerpac, Bosch, AME, HEMS, and Ridgid, providing industrial tooling and hydraulic solutions, Kiloton Hydraulics Pneumatics Tools & Abrasives is helping... 


CLEAN FUEL
Tanks which are used for fuel storage are fitted with BMG’s OMTEC spin-on filters that have been specially designed to clean diesel fuel to ISO 4406 standards
Solutions provider highlights bulk fuel filtration offering
5th September 2025

A growing area of industrial solutions provider BMG’s filtration services is bulk diesel fuel filtration. Tanks which are used for fuel storage are fitted with BMG’s OMTEC spin-on filters that have... 


Integrated Pump Technology has been officially appointed the distributor for Grindex submersible pumps in West Africa, further expanding its African footprint
Integrated Pump Technology secures Grindex distribution deal for West Africa
1st September 2025

Integrated Pump Technology has been officially appointed as the distributor for Grindex submersible pumps in West Africa, building on its already strong presence in the region and marking another... 


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Pump wear technology critical to mining industry
29th August 2025

Pump wear technology is playing an increasingly significant role in monitoring and maintaining pump performance, ensuring the efficient operation of slurry pumps in the mining industry. KSB Pumps... 


5 Reasons ETFs Are Perfect for New Traders
28th August 2025

So, you’re standing at the edge of the trading pool, toes dangling over the water, wondering if you should just cannonball in or take a careful step. Feels risky, right? Let’s face it, Wall Street... 


Norway says new-car sales have reached 94% electric, and its grid is doing just fine
Norway says new-car sales have reached 94% electric, and its grid is doing just fine
27th August 2025 By: Irma Venter

While the surge in sales of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) was initially seen as a threat to Norway’s electricity grid, reality, and the fact that most people (81%) charge their cars at night,... 


Leonard Tshikuta, Supervisor, and Manix Diur, Miner, are surveying the recently installed Osro straps, which are being used to support areas of the Kakula Mine that have had fractured sidewalls from the seismic activity reported in May.
Stage 2 dewatering at Kakula expected to start imminently
25th August 2025 By: Darren Parker

Following the seismic activity that occurred at the Kakula copper mine, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, in May, Kamoa-Kakula’s engineering team implemented a three-stage plan to dewater the... 


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Treating sustainability as a KPI helps company abate carbon emissions
22nd August 2025 By: Tracy Klückow

With a lofty goal of cutting its carbon emissions by 50% by 2030, minerals and mining technology solutions provider Weir is well ahead of meeting this target since introducing the initiative in... 


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