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Fibre-reinforced concrete offers sustainable alternative

1st November 2024 A new innovation in the use of fibre in concrete instead of traditional steel reinforcement is set to move the industry closer to the goals of sustainability and environment protection. Using fibre-reinforced concrete is said to significantly reduce carbon emissions, energy consumption and... →

Next-generation four-stroke rammers launched

4th October 2024 Two new four-stroke rammers, known for improved fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and lower operating costs, have been launched to the South African market. The new models are said to represent a leap forward in rammer technology, engineered to meet the demands of modern construction, through... →

Image of four-stroke Wacker Neuson rammer

New four-stroke Wacker Neuson rammer

New software for designers and engineers

5th July 2024 The latest version of a cloud based software tool, the Peikko Designer Bolted Connection tool is now available in South Africa. The tool is a module in a software portfolio used to assist structural engineers and designers to select the correct pre-cast connection elements for construction projects. →

New software for designers and engineers

Japanese tractor brand extends into construction sector

3rd May 2024 Kubota tractors are widely used in the South African farming sector and the Japanese company is now also making inroads into the local construction sector with its new EK110 Xtreme extendable reach tractor-loader-backhoe (TLB). The company maintains that its TLB offers superior durability and... →

Kubota EK110 Xtreme available from Smith Power Equipment

Bargaining council says it is pivotal to civil engineering sector

3rd May 2024 The Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry (BCCEI) emphasises that the civil engineering sector remains a cornerstone of infrastructure development and economic growth, comprising essential projects such as roads, bridges, dams and urban planning. The BCCEI asserts that it is key... →

The civil engineering industry is essential for infrastructure development

Zero emission heavy lifting

3rd May 2024 Recent technological developments now make the electrification of heavy lifting and transportation equipment a possibility. Heavy lifting and transportation specialist Mammoet says it views sustainability as an important factor in the future of its industry and says it can now offer a whole... →

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Mammoet zero emission heavy lifting equipment

Solar carport system maximises use of space

5th April 2024 A new, modular solar carport system featuring a slim yet stable design, with only one central support, has been developed to enable optimum use of parking areas. The single central support and self-supporting construction of the Schletter SunRide system means that no supporting or floor... →

Schletter SunRide solar carport system from

Paving trains lead the way to faster road construction

5th April 2024 A chain of pavers, compactors and rollers can be used in conjunction to create a ‘paving train’ that can enhance efficiencies in surfacing, compacting and finishing roads to exact specifications, using the latest technology in road construction. The equipment from Ammann is supplied by ELB... →

The Ammann AV70X tandem roller

Versatile roller upgraded

28th March 2024 A well-known walk-behind roller has received significant upgrades that make it suitable for use on a wider range of applications and job sites. The Ammann ARW65 roller features multiple settings for standard compaction of substructures on construction sites or more specialised roads settings. The... →

ELB Equipment’s Ammann ARW65 walk-behind roller

Complex HVAC installation at retail centre

24th January 2024 Eastgate Shopping Centre in Gauteng is undergoing a major upgrade of the centre’s heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) facilities. The project is being undertaken by black-owned contractor Concor and includes strengthening the roof top base to carry heavy new chiller units, while... →

Aerial view of shopping centre roof undergoing construction

The HVAC facilities at the Eastgate Shopping Centre

Construction machinery dealership for Mauritius

12th January 2024 Yellow Metal Machine Rental has recently been appointed as an official Wacker Neuson dealer in Mauritius. The company’s machine rental business was originally opened in Mauritius by MD Dave Alcock in 2018 and the country has since seen consistent growth in the construction industry, primarily... →

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Yellow Machine Rental supplies Wacker Neuson equipment in Mauritius

More solar power for shopping centre

7th December 2023 An additional 5.74 MW of solar power has been added to the fast-track project being undertaken at Eastgate Shopping Centre in Gauteng, while trading continues. As part of the ongoing work implemented by South African black-owned contractor Concor, another 30 000 m2 of solar photovoltaic (PV)... →

Solar photovoltaic panels on the roof of Eastgate Shopping Centre

Rainwater harvesting reduces reliance on municipal supply

1st December 2023 In an effort to ensure sustainability and reduce the impact of water outages, Eastgate Shopping Centre has contracted black-owned contractor Concor to install a facility to harvest and treat rainwater and groundwater. The new facility comprises two segmented steel tanks capable of storing about... →

Image of water tanker alongside Eastgate Shopping Centre

Eastgate Shopping Centre’s rainwater harvest system

Local infrastructure development uplifts community

22nd November 2023 Local road infrastructure connected to the Msikaba Bridge project in the Eastern Cape has helped to create sustainable growth and development of the surrounding community. Concor Moto-Engil Joint Venture (CMEJV) project director Laurence Savage says that while the primary purpose of the project... →

The Msikaba project has led to local job creation

Construction sector gamechanger

3rd September 2023 A digital platform designed to allow customers to seamlessly order materials and manage accounts is said to be a first-of-its kind in the construction industry. Launched by South African construction materials company AfriSam, the ClickToGo platform is said to be a “gamechanger” for the industry. →

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AfriSam’s ClickToGo is a digital platform for the construction industry

Air filtration for dusty sites

3rd September 2023 Stricter international standards and an increased focus on the environment has led to the demand for more effective air filtration systems on mining and earthmoving equipment in the surface mining, quarrying and construction sectors. As a distributor for manufacturing and technology company... →

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Booyco Engineering now distributes Sy-Klone International’s air filtration technology

Safety at level crossings highlighted

24th August 2023 South African companies and organisations were involved in this year’s International Level Crossing Awareness Day (ILCAD), in an effort to raise awareness and improve the safety of pedestrians and motorists at rail level crossings. Construction materials group AfriSam, private freight rail... →

AfriSam conducting a rail safety information campaign for motorists and pedestrians

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

Glass fibre reinforced polymer products set to benefit S Africa

7th July 2023 Fibre composites are becoming increasingly popular as alternatives to steel reinforcements used in reinforced concrete in industries such as road construction, civil and commercial construction, hydro-engineering, and infrastructure facilities. Glass fibre reinforced polymer (GFRP) products are... →

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Armastek glass fibre reinforced polymer used in road construction

New range of light construction equipment available locally

7th July 2023 Wacker Neuson South Africa has recently announced that it now offers ENAR products to the local market through a dedicated sales channel. ENAR is a Spain-based manufacturer of light construction equipment specialising in concrete consolidation and compaction, with a product portfolio that... →

The Rocket internal vibrator from ENAR

‘Green’ construction support

7th July 2023 The construction sector is seeing an increasing trend towards environmental responsibility and ‘green buildings’. Construction materials supplier AfriSam says that its products can help customers achieve sustainability goals. “The sustainability drive in the construction sector is gathering... →

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AfriSam focusses on environment-friendly manufacturing processes

New construction drill rig

19th June 2023 A new surface radio remote drill rig has recently been launched, offering a range of features and digital functions that aim to increase fuel savings and reduce the impact on the environment. Epiroc’s new flagship compact drill rig, SmartROC T25 R, developed for construction and quarrying, is... →

Image of the SmartROC T25 Rconstruction drill rig from Epiroc

The SmartROC T25 R flagship construction drill rig from Epiroc

Expanded solar capacity for shopping centre

18th May 2023 South African contractor Concor is undertaking a solar power expansion project for Liberty Two Degrees at its Eastgate shopping centre in Johannesburg. The project is set to add an additional 5.74 MW to the existing 1 MW solar power plant at the centre. According to Concor contract manager... →

Concor’s solar power expansion project at Eastgate shopping centre

Top rating opens doors for local contractor

28th April 2023 Lubocon Civils has achieved the highest grading from the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB), opening the door for the black-led multidisciplinary contractor to bid independently on bigger projects. The achievement of Grade 9 Civil Engineering, or 9CE, status puts the company on a... →

Aerial view of the stream diversion at Eskom's Kendal power station

Additives ensure quality concrete for mega reservoir

10th February 2023 An extremely large 210 Mℓ cylindrical post-tensioned concrete reservoir was recently completed in Gauteng. CHRYSO Southern Africa highlights the use of its admixtures in the concrete used in the construction of the reservoir, which it says helped achieve good concrete consistency, reduced water... →

Image of construction of a large reservoir using Chryso admixtures

Chryso admixtures were used in the construction of a large reservoir in Gauteng

Technical design service optimises fibre use in concrete

12th January 2023 Modern fibre technology is said to offer contractors and end-users versatility and opportunities for custom applications. CHRYSO Southern Africa has joined with local fibre specialist Oxyfibre to offer customers a professional technical design service. The service relates to custom applications... →

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Fibres used in the concrete mix design for an ore stockyard hard stand at a mine

Do-it-yourself construction empowers homemakers

11th December 2022 A modular house plan has been made available free of charge to people who want to build their own homes over time. AfriSam has collaborated with advertising and brand agency Promise Group and architecture firm BlackStudio, to produce its ‘Plan (a)’ campaign, which gives consumers access to... →

AfriSam’s ‘Plan (a)’ campaign helps people to build their own homes from an architect-approved plan

Compact cam lobe motors promise better performance

2nd December 2022 A new range of compact cam lobe motors designed for construction machinery with chain drives, such as skid steer loaders, is said to offer better performance, higher efficiency and a longer lifetime than other cam lobe motors. Danfoss Power Solutions, a global supplier of mobile and industrial... →

Thorx CLM 8 S cam lobe motor from Danfoss Power Solutions

Increased demand for retaining walls

4th November 2022 Incidents of severe flooding leading to extensive damage to infrastructure and buildings have resulted in an increased demand for concrete block earth retaining systems. Corobrik notes that its GEOLOK retaining wall system was highly sought after following the recent flooding in KwaZulu-Natal,... →

Image of Corobrik GEOLOK concrete blocks used for retaining walls

Corobrik GEOLOK concrete blocks are used for building retaining walls

Sustainable solutions for quarries and recyclers

28th October 2022 A range of mobile crushing and screening plants were on show at the recent Bauma construction machinery trade fair held in Germany. Kleemann showcased its range of new innovations, including its operating concept Spective. In its world premiere, the company also unveiled its new impact crusher... →

Kleeman's new MOBIREX MR 130 impact crusher

Innovative scaffolding solution

4th October 2022 A first-of-its-kind solution consisting of floating pontoons to support scaffolding within cooling towers was recently installed by SGB-Cape, a division of WACO Africa. Owing to capacity constraints, shutting down the cooling towers of a large energy and chemical company for maintenance was not... →

Construction sector offers exciting career paths for youth

30th September 2022 Ensuring that the construction sector remains relevant, renewed and able to deliver on the market needs of the future requires the recruitment of the best talent among school leavers or college graduates, says AfriSam’s Avi Bhoora. He notes that recruitment of youth is becoming increasingly... →

Aerial view of workers on construction site

There are a range of career options for youth in the construction industry

Design tools for the architecture, engineering and construction industry

2nd June 2022 Autodesk’s Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) Collection was developed to provide specialists with a set of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools and a cloud-based data environment on a single package. The company explains that its AEC Collection... →

WorldsView offers the Autodesk AEC Collection

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

Ensuring concrete longevity

25th April 2022 Extending the service life of concrete flooring requires a multi-faceted approach, including the selection of the most appropriate treatment and ensuring that the product is correctly applied. Cortec asserts that its line of MCI Technologies offers a range of treatments, such as its MCI-2026... →

Cortec offers a range of treatments to help ensure concrete longevity

Artificial intelligence optimises crusher performance

31st March 2022 A new fragmentation monitoring solution has been developed to meet a growing demand for downstream monitoring and optimisation solutions in the mining sector. The technology is said to use the latest deep neural network artificial intelligence, or AI, framework with hybrid 2D and 3D particle size... →

Orica's FRAGTrack Crusher automated tool optimises fragmentation monitoring

Tips to ensure accurate mitre cuts

25th February 2022 A mitre refers to a cut across a workpiece at an angle other than 90° to the edge. A mitered joint connects one piece to another at an angle. The most common mitre angle is 45°, with two 45° mitres fitting together to create a 90° corner – such as in a picture frame. Using the correct tools and... →

Image of Kreg tool that helps to create accurate mitre joints

Kreg tools and equipment help to create accurate mitre joints

New software for civil and infrastructure design

14th October 2021 Autodesk, the multinational developer of software products and services for architecture, engineering, construction and other sectors, has announced the 2022 release of its Civil 3D and InfraWorks software. Distributed across Southern Africa by WorldsView, the new software capabilities and... →

Civil 3D and InfraWorks software enables more complex and accurate designs

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