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 Eskom: Multiple systems failures but grid remains stable and ‘won’t collapse’
Eskom: Multiple systems failures but grid remains stable and ‘won’t collapse’
11th December 2019 By: News24Wire

Eskom, the beleaguered national electricity utility, is suffering from multiple system failures at power stations around the country brought about by poor planning, old and malfunctioning... 


Wieland SA (Pty) Ltd
15th November 2019

Wieland SA manufactures finned tubes in various alloys for heat exchanger applications. Including pressure vessel, condenser, evaporator, air, water and oil cooler, tube and shell heat exchanger... 


BMG
BMG
15th November 2019

Hose and fittings are key components utilised in a multitude of applications and industries. Hydraulic hose is utilised to transfer fluid between various components on machinery.  


Non-Ferrous Metal Works
15th November 2019

Internationally known as a leading quality producer and distributor of Copper and its alloys to all specifications, in shapes of bars, rods, sections, tubes, wire and profiles.  


Alignment With Laser and Thordon Bearings Inc.
Alignment With Laser and Thordon Bearings Inc.
8th November 2019

Canadian-based Thordon Bearings Inc. is the leading manufacturer of seawater lubricated propeller shaft bearings, grease-free rudder bearings, deck equipment bearings, shaft coatings and shaft... 


Striking a balance
2nd October 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Pushing the boundaries of agriculture is something the South African company Equalizer prides itself on. As a leader in the design, manufacture and global distribution of planting and seeding... 


The Power That Runs Within
19th September 2019

A shafts screener MB-HDS is involved in the Wahle-Mecklar ground–friendly project in Germany What A Debut 


Wieland SA
Wieland SA
27th August 2019

Wieland SA celebrates 45 years of supplying high-quality, semi-finished copper and copper alloy products to the local and export markets.  


Steel tube association’s drive to open new export markets to receive boost
26th August 2019 By: Simone Liedtke

The Steel Tube Export Association of South Africa’s drive to open up more export markets for its members will receive a major boost when it participates in an outward selling mission (OSM) to... 


Difficult trading environment impacts on Transpaco’s results
21st August 2019 By: Simone Liedtke

JSE-listed paper and packaging producer Transpaco witnessed poor trading conditions and reduced consumer spend during the financial year ended June 30, but still declared a 50c a share cash... 


GOOD INTENTIONS 
Steasa intends to foster closer collaborative agreements between the downstream steel tube and pipe industry and the primary industry
Steel crucial in Africa’s industrialisation aspirations
16th August 2019 By: Mamaili Mamaila

South Africa and Africa more broadly are attempting to develop their economies through industrialisation and steel forms the basic material of choice for this economic transformation, says the... 


SA businesses seek trade, investment opportunities in Zambia
SA businesses seek trade, investment opportunities in Zambia
13th August 2019 By: African News Agency

Twenty-eight South African business representatives are in Zambia to explore markets there and deepen bilateral trade relations, the department of economic development, trade and industry said on... 


MODIFICATION 
Jet Demolition owns a variety of specialised machines and equipment modified specifically to work within the confined space of a furnace structure
Specialised demolition services for furnace structures provided
9th August 2019

Furnaces in the steelmaking, glass or general manufacturing industries have a finite lifetime before requiring significant maintenance and repair work. 


Tech provider upgrades control at Mozal Aluminium
9th August 2019

Industrial automation and information technology provider Rockwell Automation has migrated the control systems at mining and metals company South32’s Mozal Aluminium project’s furnace assembly and... 


Micro Aviation SA developing wide-body and amphibious Bat Hawk versions
Micro Aviation SA developing wide-body and amphibious Bat Hawk versions
8th August 2019 By: Tracy Hancock

Nelspruit-based aircraft manufacturer Micro Aviation SA is developing a wide-body and amphibious version of its Bat Hawk surveillance and conservation aircraft. The company has been building the... 


Flexible and efficient production
31st July 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Italian welded steel tube specialist Padana Tubi & Profilati Acciaio has reiterated its trust in tube welding technology from SMS group and ordered a new 16 ¾-inch tube welding line. The new... 


Thinking and producing in new dimensions
30th July 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Steel Dynamics, Inc. has awarded SMS group an order covering the supply of a complete steel production line for its Sinton location in the state of Texas Steel Dynamics Inc. (SDI) has awarded SMS... 


RTS Africa Group gets a 'Fair' chance to highlight its many leading industrial automation solutions.
RTS Africa Group gets a 'Fair' chance to highlight its many leading industrial automation solutions.
26th July 2019

For the past three decades, the RTS Group has been introducing pioneering solutions to South Africa's various industrial challenges. At the recent Africa Automation Fair held at the Ticketpro Dome... 


Effective fire suppression system proves its worth
26th July 2019

Global engineering company Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology’s Eclipse Fire Suppression Systems are contributing to an enviable fire safety record at the Ambatovy nickel mine in Madagascar, one of... 


Steel Dynamics, Inc. has awarded SMS group an order covering the supply of a complete steel production line for its Sinton location in the state of Texas
24th July 2019

Steel Dynamics Inc. (SDI) has awarded SMS group www.sms-group.com an order for the supply of a complete steel production line, from the steelworks to the CSP® plant and from the cold rolling mill... 


Coding for nude food
Coding for nude food
24th July 2019

Pick n Pay has announced that shoppers can now bring their own transparent and sealable containers to some of its stores to load up on fruit and veg, instead of having it packaged in plastic.... 


Atlas Copco, your perfect handheld tool partner
Atlas Copco, your perfect handheld tool partner
11th July 2019

Selecting the right tool for the job is fundamental to achieving optimum tool performance and efficiencies as well as maximising operator productivity and safety. With Atlas Copco’s extensive... 


Roger Dixon
Concerted effort needed to arrest decline in South Africa’s gold, platinum output – Dixon
28th June 2019 By: Nadine James

Gold and platinum mines in South Africa exemplify the Albert Einstein quote on insanity, consulting engineer and industry expert Roger Dixon noted at an African Mining Network event on Thursday... 


MANUFACTURING IN SIGHT 
Intensive roll-out of infrastructure spend by government would be the ideal catalyst to create demand locally and increase manufacturing capacity
Asian imports putting industry under pressure
28th June 2019 By: Mamaili Mamaila

A notable increase in welded small-bore tubes and seamless pipes from Asia is exacerbating the pressure which South Africa’s steel tube and pipe industry has been under during the past three years,... 


New drive technology meets industry demands
21st June 2019

The current trend of rolling high-strength materials requires higher torque capabilities at the drive train in metallurgical plants and stainless steel technical services and products provider SMS... 


 	WHATS HOT Because of the extreme temperatures needed to generate steam boiler failures can be very catastrophic if not detected early.
Boiler installations benefit from leak detection
7th June 2019 By: Halima Frost

The Procon boiler tube leak detection system can be instrumental in preventing unplanned boiler shutdowns, says technology and solutions provider RTS Africa Technologies, highlighting its benefits... 


First Cut's new Garboli and Comac agencies add greater polish and more bending versatility for profitable steel processing
First Cut's new Garboli and Comac agencies add greater polish and more bending versatility for profitable steel processing
5th June 2019

For more than six decades, First Cut has been a leading distributor and manufacturer of cutting consumables as well as representing world-class OEMs in the field of steel processing equipment.... 


Robotic platform wins design competition
28th May 2019

A design for a new robotic platform won the prestigious Drexel University’s annual College of Engineering senior project design competition. The Swerve robotic platform was placed first out of... 


Proof Engineering
Proof Engineering
24th May 2019

Proof Engineering (Pty) Ltd was established in 1978 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Steadfastly retaining its original entrepreneurial and innovative roots, the company achieved many personal as... 


Sandvik eyes listing of specialty steel business
6th May 2019 By: Reuters

Swedish engineering group Sandvik is considering listing its Materials Technology (SMT) business after announcing plans on Monday to separate it from the rest of the group. SMT, Sandvik's specialty... 


Energy-efficient steel and billet production for Peru
3rd May 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Aceros Arequipa orders steel mill and continuous billet caster from SMS group Corporación Aceros Arequipa S.A. (CAASA), based in Arequipa, Peru, has awarded SMS group an order covering the supply... 


DARRYL MACDOUGALL Verder has improved the technology of the Verderflex peristaltic hose and tube pumps to provide a solution for demanding applications
Water management a reality for mining industry
3rd May 2019 By: Khutso Maphatsoe

Amid cost balancing; global economy fluxes; revolving regulatory changes; geopolitical, civil and social pressures; and the effects of climate change, water management is emerging as the... 


EMVAfrica
EMVAfrica
19th April 2019

EMVAfrica stocks and supplies industrial stainless steel pipes, tubes, fittings, flanges as well as valves and actuators. The powerful new EMVAfrica brand stems from the consolidation of three... 


Kathu concentrated solar power project, South Africa
Kathu concentrated solar power project, South Africa
12th April 2019 By: Sheila Barradas

The Kathu Solar Park has officially been inaugurated. 


Lucas calls Northern Cape Africa’s renewables hub as she inaugurates Kathu Solar Park
Lucas calls Northern Cape Africa’s renewables hub as she inaugurates Kathu Solar Park
4th April 2019 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The Kathu Solar Park, in the Northern Cape, was inaugurated by the province’s Premier Sylvia Lucas, on Thursday. The project was commissioned in February. 


Bitter evidence of coal, diesel corruption
29th March 2019 By: Terry Mackenzie-hoy

So, State-owned utility Eskom says it spent R140-million in March 2019 on diesel fuel for Ankerlig and Gourikwa gas turbine generation. Assuming that 70% of the diesel was used by Ankerlig, in the... 


Eskom COO Jan Oberholzer
Boiler-tube leaks playing big role in rise of unplanned losses to over 12 000 MW
20th March 2019 By: Terence Creamer

State-owned electricity producer Eskom has confirmed that boiler-tube leaks are significant contributor to unplanned losses of more than 12 000 MW across its coal fleet. The underperformance of the... 


 Eskom, government plans for Stage 5 and Stage 6 load-shedding to stave off national blackouts
Eskom, government plans for Stage 5 and Stage 6 load-shedding to stave off national blackouts
19th March 2019 By: News24Wire

Eskom and government have started planning for Stage 5 and Stage 6 load-shedding, according to officials who say that there is a race against time to ensure that a national blackout and grid... 


ALPLA
ALPLA
1st March 2019

ALPLA is a world leader in the development and production of plastic packaging solutions.  The company was founded in Germany over 60 years ago by the Lehner brothers and remains a family-owned... 


Commission recommends tribunal approve Robor’s acquisition of Macsteel MT&P business, with conditions
11th December 2018 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The Competition Commission has recommended to the Competition Tribunal that it approve Robor’s proposed acquisition of Macsteel’s tubes and pipes business (MT&P), but with conditions. The... 


Rockwell Automation upgrades Mozal Aluminium’s ladle shop and furnace assembly to modern distributed control system
Rockwell Automation upgrades Mozal Aluminium’s ladle shop and furnace assembly to modern distributed control system
29th November 2018

Rockwell Automation has migrated the control systems at Mozal Aluminium’s furnace assembly and ladle cleaning shop to its modern distributed control system based on the PlantPAx design standard. A... 


CROWN JEWEL
The V&A Grain Silo Complex project was once an agricultural silo for grain storage, and is now features prominently in the silo district development
Firm’s design breathes new life into industry
23rd November 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

Multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm Arup was commended for its finalist entry of the V&A Grain Silo Complex façade in the architectural category at the 2018 South African Steel Awards,... 


AUTOMATION SUCCESS Epiroc believes successful automation technology lies in adopting a holistic approach and, therefore, applies it across equipment, systems, operations and services
Automation technology gaining traction in SA
9th November 2018

While automation technology is still fairly new to Southern Africa, mines and quarries are recognising that automation technology is crucial to a sustainable and profitable future, says mining... 


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