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Efficiency, hygiene and automation core to specialist’s offerings
14th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Demand for drive solutions specialist SEW-EURODRIVE’s product offerings are currently strong and increasing steadily in South Africa’s growing food and beverage industry. SEW-EURODRIVE provides... 


4IR INTRODUCTION Baletsema has successfully introduced a range of 4IR solutions to Tier 1 mining companies
Tech, innovation driving 4IR adoption
14th March 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

As the mining industry moves towards adopting Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies through increased automation and data-driven decision-making, mining consulting company Baletsema... 


Mastering Measurement Challenges in Chemical Storage:  Precision Solutions for Extreme Conditions
Mastering Measurement Challenges in Chemical Storage: Precision Solutions for Extreme Conditions
11th March 2025

( Virtual Showroom ) Chemical storage facilities, whether for raw materials, intermediates, or final products, pose significant measurement challenges due to the variety of stored substances.... 


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New defence review needed to tackle widening SANDF funding and capacity gaps
7th March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

In late January, in fighting in the city of Goma and surrounding districts, in North Kivu province, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), 14 South African soldiers were killed. The... 


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New defence review needed to tackle widening SANDF funding and capacity gaps
7th March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

In late January, in fighting in the city of Goma and surrounding districts, in North Kivu province, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), 14 South African soldiers were killed. The... 


Schneider Electric’s SpaceLogic Living Space PM sensors redefine indoor air quality management
Schneider Electric’s SpaceLogic Living Space PM sensors redefine indoor air quality management
4th March 2025

Schneider Electric South Africa, a leading provider of energy management and automation solutions, carries the full range of SpaceLogic Living Space Particulate Matter (PM) Series sensors, which... 


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Sizeable upturn in automation, digitalisation of SSA’s industries
28th February 2025 By: Tracy Hancock

With its roots in Europe, which is leading the Fourth Industrial Revolution, drive technology and automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE has the necessary experience to meet the growing demand for... 


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Proximity detection systems advanced through new tech
28th February 2025

The ever-evolving world of electronic technology is driving significant advancements in proximity detection systems (PDS), delivering improved functionality to mining and industrial customers,... 


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Cisco demonstrates scalable smart building system
27th February 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Networking and cybersecurity company Cisco has built a smart building system into Africa infrastructure development fund manager Harith General Partners' offices in Chislehurston, Sandton.   


Platinum group metals and green hydrogen go together.
Anglo American Platinum providing further backing for green hydrogen’s global advance
25th February 2025 By: Martin Creamer

JSE-listed Anglo American Platinum and South Africa-linked AP Ventures are supporting the next vital steps towards the realisation of industrial-scale green hydrogen value chains. Both companies... 


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Using technology to maintain slurry pumps
24th February 2025

New slurry pump wear monitoring technology is said to be transforming the way pump wear is detected and managed, leading to improved pump performance with longer equipment lifespans. KSB Pumps and... 


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Booyco Electronics
21st February 2025

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... 


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Sensors ensure precise measurements during tyre recycling process
21st February 2025

The sensors installed at forward-​looking recycling and plant engineering company Pyrum Innovations’ tyre shredding facility in Dillingen, Germany, offer precise pressure and level measurements... 


The sensory reaction of BMS
The sensory reaction of BMS
20th February 2025

By: Mark Freeman - Offer Manager, Digital Building for Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric Our senses play a vital role in how we perceive, experience and react to the world around us; it forms... 


Schneider Electric offers a comprehensive range of sensors to enhance building air quality and energy efficiency
Schneider Electric offers a comprehensive range of sensors to enhance building air quality and energy efficiency
18th February 2025

Schneider Electric South Africa, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, offers a comprehensive range of SpaceLogic Duct and Plant Room Air Quality (PRAQ)... 


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Lubricant company solutions benefit industry, mining sector
14th February 2025

Following a successful 2024, lubricant and industrial equipment supplier ISO-Reliability Partners will continue its provision of “high-quality” microfine filtration systems for various applications... 


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Enhancing logistics through advanced, green innovations
7th February 2025

With Africa’s logistics sector continuing to gain momentum, the adoption of modern innovations is essential to ensure that the transport and logistics sector is prepared for the future, and able to... 


OPEN SYSTEM Layer Seven Automation’s aim was to create centralised control architecture that would increase the efficiency of the system and reduce costs
Open control system reduces conveyor’s maintenance costs
7th February 2025

With more frequent malfunctions occurring along the conveyor line of the system of one of Australia’s leading office equipment supplier’s main distribution centre, its management team commissioned... 


Kiboko Group and XCMG Leadership
The World’s Third-Largest Mining Manufacturer Partners with South Africa’s Kiboko Group
5th February 2025

Against the dynamic backdrop of Mining Indaba 2025, the official launch of the XCMG and Kiboko Group partnership took centre stage today. This landmark collaboration represents a transformative... 


Drone on farm
WesBank urges more mechanisation in agri for max yield, climate resilience
31st January 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Asset finance provider WesBank has called for greater adoption of mechanised farming as the sector grapples with multifaceted challenges including production costs, land and water scarcity,... 


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Vibration sensors help improve condition monitoring
30th January 2025

Machine vibrations can be used to assess damage to rolling element bearings and other machine components, ensuring early detection and prevention of costly machine downtime. ifm says its new, smart... 


ship on choppy seas
CSIR monitoring wind disruptions in Cape Town that are undermining fruit exporters
29th January 2025 By: Darren Parker

The Centre for Scientific and Industrial Research- (CSIR-) hosted Alliance for Collaboration on Climate and Earth Systems Science (Access), along with other CSIR researchers and partners, have... 


AI, data storage propping up platinum demand in the electrical sector
27th January 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Platinum is finding increasing use in the semiconductor and sensor industries, industry organisation the World Platinum Investment Council points out. In 2024, electrical demand for platinum... 


New Samsung Galaxy sets the standard as a true AI companion
New Samsung Galaxy sets the standard as a true AI companion
23rd January 2025

Pioneering the multimodal era with our most context-aware and personalised mobile experience Electronics manufacturer Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced the new Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy... 


An earlier prototype of the Starship, stacked on top of a Super Heavy launch rocket
SpaceX reports major improvements to its latest Starship prototype, due to fly soon
6th January 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

US space company SpaceX has announced major upgrades to the latest prototype of its spacecraft, the Starship, which is expected to conduct a test flight soon, possibly as early as Friday. This will... 


How AI and ML are enhancing utility management with advanced predictive maintenance
How AI and ML are enhancing utility management with advanced predictive maintenance
12th December 2024

By: Vladimir Milovanovic - Vice President of Power Systems, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric  The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) is significantly... 


Huawei Smart String Grid-Forming ESS safety - from cell to grid
Huawei Smart String Grid-Forming ESS safety - from cell to grid
12th December 2024

Author: Lian Kun -BESS Solution Manager of Huawei Southern Africa Digital Power With the rising integration of renewable energy sources, power grids are increasingly influenced by high proportions... 


West Africa –SF6-free switchgear offers airtight benefits
West Africa –SF6-free switchgear offers airtight benefits
11th December 2024

By: Obinna Uche - Sales Director, Power Systems Division at Schneider Electric Anglophone West Africa The African switchgear market presents numerous opportunities for development.  According to... 


Space-based mining risk assessment system for junior miners receives UK funding
9th December 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

US-based artisanal and small-scale mining support services and product marketing company Makor Resources and UK-based environmental data collection tools provider AUYAN have announced that they... 


Driving Innovation in Grid Operation and Protection Through Advanced Telecom Solutions
Driving Innovation in Grid Operation and Protection Through Advanced Telecom Solutions
9th December 2024

The integration of AI-driven grid management and advanced telecommunications solutions is revolutionising energy systems worldwide, and Africa is no exception. These technologies are critical... 


Mchenge Nyoka is a National Project Coordinator at the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) in South Africa
Building climate resilience: The power of the water-energy nexus
6th December 2024

In an era where climate change increasingly affects water and energy resources, the need for climate resilience in agriculture and agroprocessing has never been more pressing.  South Africa, in... 


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Automation and monitoring system for crushers
5th December 2024

Digital monitoring and automation for crushers and screens can help improve the performance and longevity of crushers used in mining operations. The Sandvik Digital Assistant (SAM) has been... 


The above image depicts a NBI Fractionation vessel
Manufacturer boosts vessel hygiene with CIP optimised equipment
29th November 2024 By: Lynne Davies

Stainless steel processing equipment manufacturer Anderson Engineering emphasises the importance of taking a holistic approach to system design, component selection and attention to detail during... 


FAN Shixing - Director of Huawei’s Data Centre Facility Integration Business Dept.
Green digital infrastructure empowers an intelligent Africa
28th November 2024

To meet the demands of the artificial intelligence (AI) era, data centres must offer flexible evolution, be always on, and be optimised for space and speedy construction. of Huawei’s Data Centre... 


DSTI, NRF launch new environmental monitoring network in South Africa
26th November 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

The National Research Foundation (NRF) has announced that it and its parent Ministry, the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), have jointly launched a new environmental... 


MTN SA Enterprise Business General Manager – ICT Sudipto Moitra
Transforming mining in Africa: 5G private networks, cutting-edge tech revolutionise the future
19th November 2024

Mining in Africa presents numerous challenges and, quite simply, the chances of prospering are limited without the ability to communicate and use cutting-edge technology effectively.  


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Digital tools poised to transform copper mining
15th November 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Digital transformation is poised to reshape copper mining through enhancing efficiency, sustainability and decision-making, reports industrial solutions specialist Dickinson Group of Companies... 


Spatial computing and AI – where no man has sustainably gone before
Spatial computing and AI – where no man has sustainably gone before
13th November 2024

By: Johan Potgieter - Cluster Industrial Software Lead at Schneider Electric Some will argue that we now live in a Sci-Fi world where we dream of electric sheep and today’s technology – unlike HAL... 


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Rhenus relocates to new facility in Johannesburg
12th November 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Global logistics service provider the Rhenus Group has strengthened its presence in Gauteng by relocating operations to a new facility in Meadowview, Johannesburg. This R440-million investment... 


Marnus Koorts, General Manager Pumps Products at Weir
Unplanned mine dewatering calls for Weir's custom solutions
8th November 2024

In both opencast and underground mines, unexpected water ingress can severely disrupt production unless an effective dewatering solution can be quickly applied; some forethought will go a long way... 


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This addition to the company’s range of filter valves is designed to provide a more efficient, convenient and reliable way to manage swimming pool filtration systems
Swimming pool valves improve efficiency
8th November 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Boiler manufacturer and fluid management specialists Allmech has expanded its product offering by introducing the new Runxin automatic swimming pool valve. This addition to the company’s range of... 


The above image depicts B.E.D. industrial bearing specialist Lingesh Naidoo
System enhances bearing lifespan, reducing costs
8th November 2024 By: Lynne Davies

Bearings are vital components in machinery, as their performance directly impacts on productivity and equipment lifespan, among other key performance metrics, and fastener specialists Bolt and... 


The evolution of corrective to conditional based maintenance highlights the value of proactive management
The evolution of corrective to conditional based maintenance highlights the value of proactive management
7th November 2024

Maintenance has come a long way from the days when we waited for things to break and, thanks to the ever-increasing capabilities of technology, predictive maintenance has become a viable solution... 


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