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Uis tin mine Phase 1 expansion project, Namibia – update
1st October 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

The expansion project has started. 


HyProMag successfully extracts rare earths from audio products
30th September 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

HyProMag, a company in which Mkango subsidiary Maginito holds a stake, has successfully recycled rare earth magnets from loudspeakers in vehicles and flat screen televisions. Recycling rare earth... 


Lightning protection requires careful consideration as digitalisation of mining expands
30th September 2021 By: Donna Slater

With the increased use of electronic and digital systems in modern mines comes the issue of lightning protection, which Wits Mining Institute's Professor Ian Jandrell suggests can be addressed in... 


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Upgrade your density measurements and leave your time-intensive, breakage prone hydrometers behind
30th September 2021

Designed for the hardest environments, Anton Paar DMA™ 501 and DMA™ 1001 are entry-level digital density meters which will revolutionise your work in the lab as well as your quality checks at the... 


Spillage solutions encouraged for mines
24th September 2021

Oscillating systems technology manufacturer OST-Africa’s range of materials handling, screen and transmission products includes a spillage solution designed to prevent production losses across... 


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Uis tin mine Phase 1 expansion project, Namibia – update
24th September 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

AfriTin Mining has entered into a five-year loan agreement with Standard Bank Namibia to fund the Phase 1 expansion of its processing plant at the Uis tin mine. 


BlueRock records good interim progress
20th September 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Aim-listed BlueRock Diamonds recorded good progress on a number of fronts during the six months ended June 30, chairperson Mike Houston says, despite a challenging period and delays in the... 


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Uis tin mine Phase 1 expansion project, Namibia – update
17th September 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

AfriTin Mining has said that it is excited about the opportunity to diversify and consolidate its techmetal exposure, after receiving positive preliminary results from lithium beneficiation... 


Eleksa to launch R200 000 CityBug electric car in South Africa this month
10th September 2021 By: Irma Venter

Pretoria-based electric mobility importer Eleksa will introduce the CityBug on the South African market this month. The vehicle, described as an urban electric vehicle (EV), is a two-door... 


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Improving SA’s supply chain infrastructure is key to growing the economy
9th September 2021

The Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the vulnerability of global supply chains which have been impacted both by reduced consumer demand in some instances as well as supply constraints. 


Pure Gold completes mill upgrade
Pure Gold completes mill upgrade
7th September 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Canadian bullion producer Pure Gold has made significant strides towards its goal of consistently producing 1 000 t/d of high-grade ore and CEO Darin Labrenz says the target will be achieved by... 


Anytime, anywhere—remote support for plant maintenance from Pepperl+Fuchs
6th September 2021

Challenges such as the current pandemic, personnel costs, and a shortage of skilled workers are putting increasing pressure on companies. It is becoming more and more difficult to maintain... 


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Award-winning laser motion control sensor
3rd September 2021

A new non-contact optical sensor that is designed to accurately measure the speed, length and position of almost any material, from metal sheeting to newsprint paper - is now available in South... 


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Need for alertness in refineries
3rd September 2021

The easiest way to avoid disasters at an industrial facility is if personnel quickly identify and act upon, imminent danger.  


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Mintek’s CyLas upgraded to accommodate remote working amid pandemic
30th August 2021 By: Tracy Hancock

Instrument technicians at remote sites can now install the CyLas on-line instrument for measuring a hydrocyclone’s underflow flare discharge angle with only telephone or email assistance where... 


Absa, Hein Wagner Academy to launch first cybersecurity academy for visually impaired
27th August 2021 By: Schalk Burger

Financial services firm Absa Group and visual impaired economic empowerment organisation Hein Wagner Academy will launch South Africa's first cybersecurity academy for the visually impaired.  It... 


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Eleksa to launch R200 000 CityBug electric car in South Africa 
24th August 2021 By: Irma Venter

Pretoria-based electric mobility importer Eleksa will introduce the CityBug to the South African market in September. The vehicle, described as an urban electric vehicle (EV), is a two-door... 


Disinfect your phone
24th August 2021

Your mobile device is at risk of infection, putting your personal information and privacy at risk of fraud Imagine if your mobile phone could be used to spy on you, listen to your conversations and... 


How working from home is the solution, the DropTop.™ story
23rd August 2021

An environmentally passionate entrepreneur believes his Covid lockdown-inspired invention will “help reduce our carbon footprint and improve the way we work and live”. Pith & Stem is a startup... 


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Custom-designed vibrating screens for a range of applications
20th August 2021

Vibrating screens can be designed to suite a range of scalping, sizing, dewatering, drain and rinse, and desliming applications, customised to meet the needs of specific mined products and expected... 


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UP's Onderstepoort veterinary hospital invests in new device to test dog deafness
11th August 2021 By: Schalk Burger

The University of Pretoria’s (UP's) Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital (OVAH), in the Faculty of Veterinary Science, has invested in a Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response (BAER) device to... 


BlueRock recovers 21.56 ct diamond at Kareevlei, revises 2021 guidance
10th August 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Aim-listed BlueRock Diamonds has discovered a 21.56 ct diamond from its Kareevlei diamond mine, in the Kimberley region of South Africa. “I am delighted to inform shareholders that we have recently... 


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Tasiast 24k project, Mauritania – update
6th August 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Kinross Gold has reported that the project remains on schedule. 


Working from home
30th July 2021 By: Terry Mackenzie-hoy

Before I started this consulting practice in 1993, I had, like many, worked at other businesses. In general, I started work at some time between 07:30 and 08:30, had a tea break and a lunch break... 


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Software application upgraded for improved architectural, engineering and construction productivity
28th July 2021

The commercial computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting software application for architecture, engineering and construction, AutoCAD, has been upgraded. Developed by software engineers Autodesk and... 


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Project management firm upgrades sugar factory
23rd July 2021

Consulting engineering and project management solutions company Bosch Projects was appointed by wattle bark miller and sugar producer UCL Company to undertake three major projects for the recent... 


Miners benefit from new govt grant
22nd July 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

A number of resources companies will benefit from the federal government’s near A$50-million in funding for projects that will help grow Australian businesses and create new jobs. The matched... 


Mining Giant Takes Hands with Pragma Academy to Develop AM Professional Development Programme
19th July 2021

Mining powerhouse Anglo American that partnered with the Pragma Academy to deliver their Asset Management Professional Development Programme (AMPDP), is reaping the benefits from this investment... 


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Software tackles Zoom fatigue
9th July 2021

A survey conducted by UK-based employee recognition company Achievers, showed that at least a third of the workforce feels disconnected from their company culture, due to remote working and a lack... 


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Uis tin mine Phase 1 expansion project, Namibia
9th July 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

A definitive feasibility study has confirmed the feasibility of expanding the current Phase 1 processing plant at the mine. 


Major Wire screens help to improve throughput in processing plants
Screen solutions boost production
2nd July 2021

Poorly specified or out-of-date screening media are seen as major contributors to slow production and high levels of downtime at processing plants. Minerals processing equipment supplier, ELB... 


New range of energy efficient, compact compressors from CompAir
New energy efficient, compact compressor range
2nd July 2021

A series of new oil-lubricated, rotary screw compressors are said to offer best-in-class, energy-efficient performance in a compact design. Part of the CompAir L-Series range, the new compressors... 


BEAT THE DRUM
The MDS trommels offered by BLT World have drums which can accommodate three different screen sizes
Trommels, feeders for surface mining available
2nd July 2021 By: Halima Frost

The MDS static and mobile trommels, as well as the apron feeders, of South Africa-based equipment supplier BLT World are compatible with the crushers, feeders, recycling and other screening plants... 


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Fabio Longano
25th June 2021 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

This week we profile Fabio Longano, MD of TouchFoundry, a digital innovation company that undertakes custom software development and user-experience design 


Mazda to launch new BT-50 bakkie in SA in July
Mazda to launch new BT-50 bakkie in SA in July
24th June 2021 By: Irma Venter

Mazda Southern Africa will launch the all-new Mazda BT-50 bakkie in the local market in July. The pickup launched in the international market in June last year already. 


DPE assures that all regulatory and due diligence requirements for sale of SAA will be done
24th June 2021 By: Rebecca Campbell

The Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) has issued a statement affirming that the statement made by Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan on June 11, regarding state-owned national flag... 


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Improved banana screen design doubles throughput
24th June 2021

Numerical simulation research that modelled the behaviour of particles on a conventional banana screen has led to fundamental improvements in the design of the screen. Vibrating equipment solutions... 


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Kinross lowers guidance, says Tasiast mill restart expected by year-end
22nd June 2021 By: Mariaan Webb

Canada-based Kinross Gold has resumed mining activities and construction work at the expansion of its Tasiast mine, in Mauritania, but milling activities continue to be suspended following last... 


Just Share 2021 AGM Roundup 1: 21 May – 9 June
21st June 2021

Just Share has attended seven virtual annual general meetings (AGMs) since 21 May 2021:  Old Mutual Limited: 21 May  Standard Bank Group Limited: 27 May  Exxaro Resources Limited: 27 May  Nedbank... 


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Hot prices pervading commodities market – CRU
18th June 2021 By: Martin Creamer

Price hotness is pervading the commodities market, CRU senior analyst Clare Hanna said on Tuesday, when she addressed the second and final day of the Junior Indaba. Speaking on ‘what’s hot and... 


Uis tin mine Phase 1 expansion project, Namibia – update
Uis tin mine Phase 1 expansion project, Namibia – update
18th June 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

AfriTin is progressing the implementation of the Uis Phase 1 expansion project. 


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Economical and environment-friendly electric drives are quickly gaining ground in contract crushing
Dual power crushers offer competitive advantage
4th June 2021

The new age of dual power, or bi-power, mobile crushers and screens allows contractors, quarries and mines to reduce operational costs and increase equipment availability, while enjoying the... 


Regaining control of boiler and burner operations with Combustion Technology
Regaining control of boiler and burner operations with Combustion Technology
4th June 2021

Combustion Technology’s Boiler System Interface solution helps restore control of equipment and facilities, enabling full management of all boiler house key functions. Through its 12.1”... 


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