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Wireless monitoring enhances safety in agricultural operations

4th October 2024 A leading agricultural enterprise and key employer in the rural eastern Free State has implemented the use of a wireless and digital measurement tool to enhance the safety of its service and maintenance teams. The VKB Group says its use of the advanced technology sets a new safety standard in the... →

Astron Energy at Nampo 2024

20th June 2024 Astron Energy technical support specialist Fiaz Regal explains how digital tools aid the role lubricants play in preventing equipment failure and extending the life of agricultural equipment at Nampo 2024, which was held from May 14 to 17, near Bothaville, in the Free State. →

Omnia at Nampo 2024

20th June 2024 Engineering News talks to Omnia agriculture division MD Mandla Mpofu about the opportunities technology is unlocking in the local agricultural landscape and how the company is contributing to the digitalisation of the of the industry at Nampo 2024, which was held from May 14 to 17, near... →

MTN at Nampo 2024

20th June 2024 Mobile telecommunications provider MTN IoT products head Lawrence Juku explains why digitalisation of agriculture is important to overcome traditional challenges and ensure sustainable farming operations while exhibiting at Nampo 2024, held from May 14 to 17, near Bothaville, in the Free State. →

Uniclox at Nampo 2024

14th June 2024 Biometric time and attendance and access control systems provider Uniclox senior sales executive Christo Wandrag talks to Engineering News about the role the company is playing in the digitalisation of the agriculture industry at Nampo 2024, which was held from May 14 to 17 near Bothaville, in... →

Dachser South Africa at Nampo 2024

14th June 2024 Engineering News discusses how family-owned logistics provider Dachser South Africa is innovating to address the challenges that agricultural logistics face in South Africa with MD Detlev Duve at Nampo 2024, which was held from May 14 to 17 near Bothaville, in the Free State. →

AUTO-X at Nampo 2024

14th June 2024 South African automotive lead-acid battery manufacturer AUTO-X solar 0 & M manager Jaco Weideman discusses the importance of digitalisation in ensuring sustainable farming operations, while AUTO-X graphic designer Johann Coetser elaborates on battery brand Willards’ 70-year history. The... →

SOLARAFRICA at Nampo 2024

7th June 2024 SOLARAFRICA commercial head Brandon Horn shares the energy struggles of farmers visiting the company’s stand at Nampo 2024, which was held from May 14 to 17, near Bothaville, in the Free State, and how the company’s solutions help to solve these problems. →

SEW-EURODRIVE at Nampo 2024

7th June 2024 Gear motors, frequency inverters and drive automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE electronics business development manager Willem Strydom highlights the company’s role in the agriculture industry’s digitalisation journey and the importance of attending Nampo 2024, which was held from May 14 to 17... →

Landscape equipment that promises quiet operation

7th June 2024 Battery-operated equipment is becoming increasingly popular for use in estates, office parks and education facilities that require quieter operation of equipment. Smith Power Equipment, supplier of Ego Power+ cordless equipment in South Africa, says it is working closely with Johannesburg-based... →

Smith Power edge trimmer

Grundfos at Nampo 2024

By: Tracy Hancock 31st May 2024 Global pump manufacturer Grundfos water utilities regional product manager Stephan Venter speaks to Engineering News about the role the company is playing in the digitalisation of agriculture, displaying its product offering at Nampo 2024, which was held from May 14 to 17, near Bothaville, in the... →

SAFEQUIP at Nampo 2024

31st May 2024 Engineering News talks to fire safety solutions and products supplier SAFEQUIP MD Pierre Malherbe at Nampo 2024, held from May 14 to 17, near Bothaville, in the Free State, about how the company is addressing the challenges posed by lithium-ion batteries. →

Agricultural chain solutions for sustainable production

24th May 2024 Farm equipment is exposed to extremely challenging conditions, with equipment required to perform at peak at the start of the season, after a long period of inactivity. Throughout the full crop cycle, from soil preparation and planting to irrigation and harvesting, farmer equipment is required to... →

SKF agricultural chain

Suzuki Auto South Africa at Nampo 2024

21st May 2024 Suzuki Auto South Africa PR & events manager Eileen Gengan discusses how the vehicle manufacturer is poised to support the needs of the country’s farmers at Nampo 2024, held from May 14 to 17, near Bothaville, in the Free State. →

Solutions for sustainable water management

17th May 2024 A range of dragline, garden hose and plastic valve boxes suitable for applications in the agricultural, irrigation, mining and residential sectors is now available to meet a growing demand for irrigation equipment and hose systems. Manufacturer and supplier of thermoplastic products, Astore... →

Equipment for optimum turf maintenance

5th April 2024 Smith Power Equipment has represented turf care brand Toro for over 30 years in the Southern Africa region and Turf brand manager for Toro Bruce Chambers explains that, over the years, the turf equipment supplier has carefully nurtured its relationships with greenkeepers and groundspersons.... →

Toro turf equipment used at a golf course

Reaping the benefits of battery-powered landscaping equipment

8th March 2024 South Africa-based equipment distributer Smith Power Equipment says the availability of battery-powered landscaping equipment extends a range of benefits to the local market. Advantages over the use of traditional fuel-powered equipment include money savings on fuel, reduced noise, lower... →

EGO Power+ industrial strength landscaping equipment distributed by Smith Power Equipment

Multi-tasking tiller for small farmers

21st January 2024 A multi-tasking diesel tiller is set to be a game-changer for small-scale and light agriculture farmers, offering a versatile and cost-effective solution for a range of tasks. The TF 545DE diesel tiller from Husqvarna features a power take-off device that transfers the engine’s mechanical power... →

Husqvarna TF 545DE diesel tiller

Feed mixer benefits livestock farmers

21st January 2024 Using the correct livestock feeding system can impact the health of a herd, explains KwaZulu-Natal- based dairy farmer Dylan Eagleston. Eagleston asserts that the Trioliet feeding wagon offers precise cutting and mixing mechanism as well as rugged construction of the feed mixer, providing more... →

Caption: Trioliet feed mixer on a dairy farm

Home-grown solution to save farms from fire

1st December 2023 Uncontrolled blazes can quickly engulf vast stretches of farmland, destroying crops, livestock and essential infrastructure. A pioneering, locally developed firefighting system aims to help farmers prevent and control devastating veld fires. Husqvarna and ANCO Manufacturing have embarked on a... →

The 'Bakkie Sakkie' from Husqvarna and ANCO Manufacturing

Automated irrigation system for small gardens

27th October 2023 An irrigation system designed especially for small gardens promises an easy-to-use automatic watering solution. The GARDENA Micro-Drip-System offers the flexibility to create an individual system according to specific needs. The patented ‘quick and easy’ pipe connection technology allows for... →

The GARDENA Micro-Drip-System

Tree feller gets customised excavator

10th August 2023 A Benoni-based tree feller recently purchased a Sumitomo excavator from equipment supplier ELB Equipment and had the machine painted a distinctive bright green colour, to ensure that its brand is easily recognised in the field. Chop-em owner and arborist David Kretzschmar explains the reason for... →

Sumitomo excavator painted bright green by ELB Equipment

Rugged skid steer vehicles for Africa/Middle East

3rd August 2023 A new range of skid steer machines designed for tough conditions has been introduced to the Africa Middle East (AME) market. Said to be ideal for use in the agriculture, construction and materials handling sectors, John Deere AME’s range of vehicles includes the 316G and 318G skid steers. The... →

The 318G skid steer from John Deere

Local investment drives dripline supply

10th February 2023 Netafim South Africa has announced the expansion of its local dripline manufacturing capacity. To date, locally produced dripline included Uniram, Dripnet PC and Aries driplines with wall thicknesses ranging from 0.3 mm to 1.5 mm. Netafim South Africa says it has been investigating the... →

The Netafim Streamline X dripline

Locally manufactured cattle pen helps to calm animals

12th January 2023 Farming solutions company Tal-Tec has designed a circular forcing race for cattle, based on animal behaviour studies to help ensure calmer animals during processes that require cattle to be directed into a single file, such as branding, injecting, weighing or testing. “The traditional way of... →

Circular forcing pen from Tal-Tec

Dealership agreement a plus for agri-mechanisation and service sector

18th November 2022 In what is seen as an important boost for the local agricultural sector, global light and compact equipment specialist Wacker Neuson has announced a dealership agreement with South African agri-mechanisation and service company, Senwes Equipment. Senwes Equipment, part of the Senwes group of... →

Image of Wacker Neuson wheel loaders, excavators and telehandlers– now available from Senwes Equipment and JDI branches

Wacker Neuson wheel loaders, excavators and telehandlers are now available from Senwes Equipment and JDI branches

State-of-art tyres advance farming productivity

8th September 2022 Increased flexion (IF) tyres and very high flexion (VF) tyres are said to have revolutionised the farming sector. The increased flexion and larger footprint of IF and VF tyres compared to standard radial farming tyres, allow for better weight distribution, which helps to reduce soil compaction... →

The Bridgestone VT-TRACTOR tyre

Selecting the right tiller for the job

4th August 2022 Garden tillers are used to break up compacted soil in large open areas or smaller garden patches. Tillers are available as front-tine or rear-tine machines, depending on the position of the tines. Rear-tine tillers are usually used to prepare soil in large areas, while front-tine machines are... →

A Husqvarna rear-tine tiller

New tyre launched for agricultural market

26th May 2022 A new tyre developed for use in the agricultural market, is now available in Southern Africa. Firestone recently launched its new, high-performance Maxi Traction Harvest tyre. The new tyre was developed by parent company, Bridgestone, in response to customer needs, says Bridgestone Southern... →

Firestone Maxi Traction Harvest tyre

Dealership expands access to compact equipment across Southern Africa

13th May 2022 Light and compact equipment specialist Wacker Neuson has announced the appointment of a new dealership, AFGRI Equipment, in a move that expands its agricultural and construction footprint across the Southern African region. AFGRI Equipment is recognised as a prominent retailer of leading global... →

Wacker Neuson has announced the appointment of its new dealership, AFGRI Equipment

New insect control solution for S Africa’s maize farmers

18th March 2022 A herbicide-resistant seed trait that is designed to help protect crops from damaging above-ground insects, such as the maize stalk borer and spotted maize stem borer, has been introduced to South African maize farmers. Corteva Agriscience seed brands Pannar and Pioneer are offering its PowerCore... →

Corteva Agriscience has introduced PowerCore technology to South Africa’s maize farmers

Battery-powered machinery making waves in the farming industry

4th March 2022 A move to the use of battery-powered machinery in the agricultural sector is said to be the result of a greater emphasis on sustainable agriculture, as well as a rise in female farmers leading to a need for more flexible and lighter equipment. Husqvarna asserts that three of its products, namely... →

Image of woman using Husqvarna have battery-powered machinery for the agricultural sector

Husqvarna have introduced a range of battery-powered machinery for the agricultural sector

Specialist outdoor equipment for small farmers

8th February 2022 Technological advancements are constantly being made to deliver efficient, climate-resilient practices for small-scale farming. The development of equipment specifically designed for small farmers is part of the move to support the sector. “Small farmers are increasingly turning to technology to... →

The Husqvarna tiller suited for small farming enterprises

Tools tailored to the agricultural sector

3rd September 2021 Agriculture is a vital part of the South African economy and ensuring the smooth running and maintenance of farming equipment is essential to its success. Farms often operate maintenance and repair workshops on site, for regular maintenance or repair of equipment and require tools that are both... →

Image of PFERD tools specifically designed for agriculture and related industries

PFERD manufactures and supplies tools specifically designed for agriculture and related industries

State-of the-art harvester brings precision agriculture to the fore

8th April 2021 Precision agriculture (PA) is an approach to farm management that uses technology to ensure that crops and soil receive exactly what they need for optimum health and productivity, using specialised equipment and real-time data. PA technology is at the forefront of harvesting solutions to ensure... →

Combine Harvesting Heads RD45F HydraFlex S700 Series S790 from John Deere

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