Zandile Mavuso

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Zandile Mavuso

Zandile Mavuso is Creamer Media Senior Deputy Editor and Social Media Specialist for Engineering News and Mining Weekly.

Safomar in vibration control partnership with SAAF

20th November 2015 Owing to the continuously evolving needs of the South African Air Force (SAAF), aviation and service offering company Safomar plans to ensure that the Vibration Control Centre (VCC) at SAAF is well renowned for excellence in vibration management globally. →

Plastics recycling industry showing positive momentum

13th November 2015 In the face of adverse economic conditions, key opportunities for growth still remain for the plastics industry in South Africa, as in the last financial year it managed to contribute about 1.6% to the country’s gross domestic product as well as 14.2% to the manufacturing sector, which is a... →

Lack of funding undermining circular economy, Redisa argues

13th November 2015 Although more businesses are realising the need to become increasingly energy efficient and attempt to be part of the circular economy by way of reusing and recycling material, the lack of funding to sustain this economy hinders businesses from adapting. →

Software bought by mining companies not always fit for purpose

13th November 2015 Although the software companies are trying to feature as much functionality as possible, in many cases, the software that is being purchased by a mining company is not adequate for the intended purpose, says University of the Witwatersrand lecturer Dr Bekir Genc. →

Working closely with customers helps Aveng Mining retain existing work in tough environment

6th November 2015 The continued downturn in commodity prices has affected mining operations globally; however, multidisciplinary construction and engineering group Aveng’s mining division has deployed responsive strategies that will sustain its operations during these trying times. →

Steel fabricator taking survival steps as pressures mount

6th November 2015 Since China reduced its steel consumption owing to overcapacity in February last year, over the past 18 months, multidisciplinary construction and engineering group Aveng’s Steel division has initiated several work streams to acclimatise and reposition the group ahead of the restructuring... →

Aveng Steel MD Hercu Aucamp

Entrepreneurial initiative seeks to stimulate student innovation

6th November 2015 As part of its corporate social investment (CSI) strategy with a focus in driving innovation and skills development, global distributor of brands in logistics, rental, fleet management and product support solutions Barloworld was one of this year’s sponsors of the Enactus World Cup – a global... →

New device eliminates reverse priming

6th November 2015 In the effort to eliminate reverse priming when blasting takes place in mining operations, premixed concrete and shotcrete manufacturer Precrete Holdings has designed the Blasting Control Device (BCD), which aims to prevent fatalities, while enhancing productivity in mining. →

Flow-through share scheme could help attract much-needed funding to SA's exploration sector

30th October 2015 Declining commodity prices have taken their toll on large mining companies globally and, while investment in small-scale or junior mining operations could provide a silver lining for the industry, some junior miners and law practitioners believe that the uncertainty regarding South Africa’s tax... →

Cape Town contractor earns recognition for work on distribution centre

30th October 2015 Following Cape Town-based contractor Scheltema winning an award at this year’s Southern African Institute of Steel Construction annual awards last month, the company is currently strengthening its management structure and market offering in order to maintain its presence in industry. →

Academy to introduce 'blended training' for artisans in 2016

30th October 2015 As of next year, accredited training provider MSC Artisan Academy will implement what it calls ‘blended training’ for artisans, which it hopes will stimulate self-learning and e-learning for its students owing to technological advancements being incorporated into the training methodology. →

Gauteng learners dominate at Eskom science fair

30th October 2015 At the thirty-fifth State-owned power utility Eskom Expo International Science Fair held earlier this month, learners from Gauteng excelled and took home the most number of prizes valued at over R2.5-million. →

Flow-through share scheme could help attract much-needed funding to SA's exploration sector

30th October 2015 Declining commodity prices have taken its toll on large mining companies globally, and although investment in small-scale or junior mining operations could provide a silver lining for the industry, some junior miners and law practitioners believe that the uncertainties pertaining to South... →

DMR calls for collaboration to root out illegal mining

23rd October 2015 While still being in a quest to establish small-scale mining (SSM) projects that are economically viable and sustainable, illegal mining seems to be an impeding factor, which the Department of Mineral Resources (DMR) believes can be conquered through the collaboration of various stakeholders. →

More financing available for rental housing projects

23rd October 2015 As the rental housing market becomes a more feasible option for South Africans, banking services company Nedbank granted a R62.3-million loan facility to property developers Rilamax – which is part of the Realgrowth Group – for the development of affordable rental property in Centurion, Pretoria,... →

Hearing of silicosis, TB lawsuit starts in Gauteng High Court

23rd October 2015 The hearing of the lawsuit brought against the gold mining industry of South Africa by mineworkers affected by silicosis and tuberculosis (TB) commenced last week at the High Court in Gauteng in efforts to address working conditions in the sector that have led to fatalities in recent times. →

Technical support seen as key to stimulating and sustaining township enterprises

16th October 2015 About 90% of the budget set aside for the development of townships through the Neighbourhood Development Programme (NDP) by the National Treasury, is being spent on technical assistance for ongoing infrastructure in South African townships, said National Treasury NDP head David van Niekerk during... →

Property finance remains buoyant despite economic pressures

16th October 2015 Despite rising operating costs and low business confidence in the first half of 2015, the local commercial property finance market remains buoyant and continues the strong trend witnessed over the last few years, states Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking (NCIB). →

Online mining legislation platform aiming to have all African countries on board by year-end

16th October 2015 The African Mining Legislation Atlas (AMLA) – an online platform focussed on promoting accessibility and transparency in the mineral resources sector – aims to have all 53 countries in Africa represented on the platform by the end of this year. →

Business urged to pay attention to South Africa’s water risks, opportunities

9th October 2015 Water is a crucial driver of the South African and world economy and, with demand exceeding supply globally, the World Economic Forum has ranked water as the third-most worrying global risk. As a consequence, water preservation – ranging from water recycling and infrastructure to innovation and... →

Economy woes affecting built environment

9th October 2015 The building industry is an essential component of the South African economy as it contributes about 15% to the gross fixed investment that drives the economy. However, with the country’s economy going through a tough time currently, this, in turn, reflects on the building industry. →

Business urged to pay attention to South Africa’s water risks – and opportunities

9th October 2015 Water is a crucial driver of the economy in South Africa and with its being on the verge of demand exceeding supply globally, the World Economic Forum has ranked water third in the most concerning global risks. →

New SA representative for Caterpillar’s gas turbines business

9th October 2015 South Africa-based combustion company The Combustion Group (TCG) has been appointed by global energy solutions company Caterpillar’s gas turbine businesses Turbomach and Solar Turbines Incorporated as its South African representative that will market its products in its power generation business.... →

Wits centre to prioritise health, safety, enviro and socioeconomic research

9th October 2015 With a decade having passed since the establishment of University of the Witwatersrand’s (Wits) Centre for Sustainability in Mining and Industry (CSMI), for the next ten years, CSMI is focussed on driving a research agenda premised on mine health and safety, environmental policy and socioeconomic... →

42 small businesses recognised for job creation efforts

9th October 2015 Two years since the launch of the Mooinooi Incubator in the North West province, forty two small businesses have created about 300 jobs in the Bojanala community surrounding Lonmin platinum mine, earning it this year’s Incubator of the Year award at the Shanduka Black Umbrellas National... →

Power products distributor launches new showroom

2nd October 2015 Alternate power solutions supplier Sub-Sahara Power Distributors (SSPD) officially launched its new showroom last month, which will be dedicated to showcasing the wide range of products on offer. →

Mining contractor acquires tracked stockpiler

2nd October 2015 Mining contractor Just Coal acquired an Edge Radial Tracked Stockpiler RTS80 for use at Kusile Mining’s Fentonia colliery, owing to the operational efficiencies offered by the product’s design. →

BME now able to customise emulsions to suit needs of each mine, quarry

2nd October 2015 Owing to ongoing research and development on emulsion explosives for the mining industry, emulsion explosives company BME now has the ability to customise emulsion to suit the needs of each quarry or mine. →

Bank concludes R1.14bn loan facility for Aveng-Collins JV

25th September 2015 Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking (NCIB) has concluded an estimated R1.14-billion loan facility to finance a joint venture (JV) between Durban-based commercial property development company Collins and construction and infrastructure company Aveng. →

Limpopo SME wins R150 000 from Eskom Foundation to expand business

25th September 2015 The State-owned power utility Eskom Business Investment Competition Awards held earlier this month saw Mamapo Chemicals from Limpopo crowned the 2015 winner, winning R150 000 to help expand the business and create more employment opportunities. →

Blast optimisation can yield huge cost savings for coal miners

25th September 2015 By making improvements of just 1% to their operation’s efficiency through blasting optimisation, coal operators can save significant costs, says explosives manufacturer AEL Mining Services regional manager Hennie van Niekerk. →

Platinum miner maintains good credit rating despite negative industry outlook

25th September 2015 Despite the negative outlook in the platinum industry, platinum producer Northam Platinum has kept a stable long-term rating of BBB+ and has upgraded the short-term rating to A1-. →

Lab-grown diamonds set to fill projected deficit as mined production declines

18th September 2015 Technological developments that enable manufacturers to produce grown diamonds have presented the industry with a significant growth opportunity, with a noticeable influence on the economy and the diamond value chain, as researchers predict the demand for grown diamonds to double in the next ten... →

Biogas from fish, chocolate used in carpet production

18th September 2015 Biogas produced from anaerobic digestion of fish, chocolate and other food waste is currently being used as an ecofriendly agent in the production of carpets by global carpet manufacturer Interface Flooring’s plant in the Netherlands, which it hopes to employ in all its plants globally. →

India targets 20% blending of diesel to biodiesel by 2017

18th September 2015 The Indian government is planning to boost the use of biofuels in transport fuels after recognising their major contribution to air pollution. →

Cape builders body offers various training schemes to bolster skills

18th September 2015 To address the skills shortage witnessed in the construction industry, the Master Builders Association Western Cape (MBAWC) has implemented a training programme that will offer basic skills acquisition courses, apprenticeship initiatives, a cadet education programme, the upskilling of... →

Developing countries adopting energy alternatives as affordability improves

18th September 2015 The beckoning affordability and accessibility of energy technologies that provide alternative means of energy have resulted in an increase of over 35% in sustainable energy use in developing countries between 2013 and 2014, says energy solutions provider Energy Partners. →

Lab-grown diamonds set to fill projected deficit as mined production declines

18th September 2015 Technological developments that enable manufacturers to produce grown diamonds have presented the industry with a significant growth opportunity, with a noticeable influence on the economy and the diamond value chain, as researchers predict the demand for grown diamonds to double in the next ten... →

AEL emphasises importance of steady explosives supply

18th September 2015 Ensuring that there is a steady supply of explosives for mining operations is important amid pressures already noticeable in the form of declining global commodity prices and increasing mine operating costs, says explosives manufacturing company AEL Mining Services. →

Pumps group combines new and old technologies to raise efficiency

11th September 2015 With the aid of three-dimensional (3D) modelling as well as the collection of original data on the manufacturing and design of axial flow pumps, South African-based pumps manufacturer Brehnor Pumps believes that the combination of old and new technology has become key in its striving to be an... →

Logistics giant invests €47-million in its sub-Saharan operations

11th September 2015 Global logistics company DHL Group has invested about €47-million in sub-Saharan Africa in order to encourage development in the region and demonstrate the overall importance of emerging markets in the company’s 2020 strategy. →

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