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Locally developed casting innovation

3rd February 2023 Reduced turnaround times, improved quality levels, and sustainability benefits are the results of innovative technology being used at a new casting foundry in Johannesburg. Weir Minerals Africa says its Replicast Plant enables the company to produce more components at a time, more quickly,... →

SA company delivers specialised induction bending solutions

3rd February 2023 Induction bending is a highly specialised pipe bending technique designed to reduce the number of field welds, expedite construction and optimise project schedules. The cost and complexity of long-term maintenance can be improved by reducing the number of welds that require regular inspections.... →

Chart to indicate Cojafex PB 850 pipe bending options

Locally sourced materials in manufacturing of manifolds

20th January 2023 Bosch Rexroth South Africa Group company Hytec Engineering has included the manufacture of hydraulic manifolds to its range of products and services. Manufactured from locally sourced and certified materials, the manifolds are engineered and manufactured at the company’s engineering facility in... →

Image of internal working of manifolds manufactured by Hytec Engineering

Hytec Engineering manufactures manifolds

Water storage tanks withstand harsh weather

11th December 2022 South African water filtration, rainwater harvesting and storage tank solutions company JoJo Tanks says that it manufactures products specifically designed to withstand the harsh African climate. The ultraviolet-stabilised outer layer is an inert material that is designed to prevent harmful... →

Locally manufactured JoJo water storage tanks

Improving packaging sustainability

2nd December 2022 Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions aims to achieve at least 90% material circularity in its operations for products, waste and packaging and says it is already taking steps to reduce all unnecessary and single use packaging from the millions of spare parts leaving its main components warehouse... →

Sandvik is implementing sustainable packaging

Water control door for underground mine

2nd December 2022 The first of six water control doors designed to counter water ingress has been completed for the De Beers Venetia Underground Project (VUP). The huge water control door has a steel frame 8 m high, 8 m wide, and 1 m thick and is designed to hold back a 100 m head of water. Its construction has... →

A water control door completed by Murray & Roberts Cementation for the De Beers Venetia Underground Project

International thermal brand available in SA

25th November 2022 Italian multi-national Ariston Group has launched its ARISTON brand to the local market, replacing the Heat Tech local brand, which has been part of the group stable since 2014. Ariston Group South Africa country manager Wayne Vertue explains that the needs of professional installers and... →

Axios geyser

Assembly machine optimises tube-forming production

25th November 2022 A new tube-forming machine designed to reduce the risk of assembly errors and enable production monitoring and optimisation has recently been launched by Danfoss Power Solutions. The global mobile and industrial hydraulics supplier states that its new WalformConnect tube-forming machine includes... →

Image of Danfoss Walform Connect machine

Walform Connect machine from Danfoss

Simplified control and signalling light system

18th November 2022 New universal white light-emitting diode (LED) technology is set to change the way original-equipment manufacturers (OEMs) design lighting functions. This is according to Schneider Electric, that recently announced the release of its Harmony XB4 and XB5 control and signalling pushbutton range.... →

Schneider Electric's Harmony universal LED pushbuttons

Innovative equipment and solutions on show

14th October 2022 Minerals processing group Multotec had a range of products on display at the recently held Electra Mining Africa exhibition. The company highlights its pulping chute as a potential “game changer” in secondary scrubbing applications and the product won the exhibition’s award for International... →

Picture of Multotec's exhibition stand at Electra Mining Africa

Multotec exhibited a range of products at Electra Mining Africa

Local products and services for industrial sector

13th September 2022 A wide range of services are available to the petrochemical, construction, mining and power generation industries, provided by companies under the umbrella of the Hydra Arc Group. The group provides project management, procurement, construction, fabrication, maintenance and related services. Its... →

Hydra Arc manufactures a range of pipes and other products

New sliding material leads to breakthrough in linear technology

8th September 2022 Whether an industrial environment or in a coffee machine, in order to maximize the service life of a linear guide and to keep the required drive energy low, it is important to reduce friction and wear as much as possible. Motion plastics specialist igus says that it has achieved a breakthrough in... →

Image of igus’ iglidur E3, which promises 40% less friction

igus’ iglidur E3 promises 40% less friction

Overlay products for harsh environments

30th August 2022 Overlay products are made by welding a carbide-rich steel alloy on top of a steel plate, resulting in a compound material that has a very high resistance to wear, especially suitable for demanding applications such as sliding wear environments where small and hard materials, such as rocks or coal... →

Image of Duroxite overlay product and a mining machine using the product

Duroxite overlay products are designed for demanding applications

Local thermal insulation fills the gap in SA market

23rd August 2022 A range of thermal insulation products such as expansion joints, thermal insulation jackets, fire blankets, high temperature sealing, and boiler joint gaskets are now available from local manufacturer Fawkes Thermal Manufacturing & Supplies. Established in 2020, the company identified a need for... →

Image of 3 products available from Fawkes Thermal Manufacturing

Some of the products available from Fawkes Thermal Manufacturing

Breakthrough in linear technology

26th July 2022 German manufacturer, igus, a motion plastics specialist, has developed a new sliding material that is said to achieve up to 40 % less friction compared to standard materials. The company explains that reducing friction and wear helps to maximize the service life of a linear guide and to keep the... →

Graphic image of the iglidur E3 sliding material

The iglidur E3 reduces friction and increases design freedom in linear technology

Locally manufactured industrial lighting

21st July 2022 Gauteng lighting manufacturer Visionware designs and manufactures products for the electrical switchgear and lighting market. The company plans to introduce new innovative light-emitting diode (LED) lighting products that are designed for specific applications. Its lighting solutions incorporate... →

Visionware designs and manufactures a range of lighting solutions for industrial applications

Patented crushing and milling equipment to be unveiled

21st July 2022 Mining equipment manufacturer Energy & Densification Systems (EDS) has developed and patented its new technology crushing and milling equipment, the EDS Multishaft Mill. The compact vertical mill uses high-speed impacts to break down particles with large reduction ratios, low energy consumption... →

EDS has patented its Multishaft Mill

New technology leads to development of innovative 3D metal printer

21st July 2022 A new three-dimensional (3D) metal printer has been developed using metal additive manufacturing technology that has been found to have very specific advantages over conventional manufacturing processes. Aditiv Solutions developed its HYRAX 3D metal printer within 18 months, shortly after the... →

The HYRAX 3D metal printer developed by Aditiv Solutions

New multimillion-rand local assembly plant delivers drive solutions for Africa

15th July 2022 SEW-EURODRIVE offers a range of customised solutions for the African mining industry and its new multimillion-rand local assembly facility in Johannesburg is said to offer even greater lead time advantages. “We supply innovative, high quality and premium efficiency drive products. In addition,... →

Image of the DriveRadar predictive maintenance management solution from SEW-EURODRIVE

DriveRadar is a predictive maintenance management solution from SEW-EURODRIVE

Safely connecting power cables and electricity

15th July 2022 High voltage cable coupler manufacturer KonNx designs, manufactures and distributes high and low voltage cable couplers and connectors for use in heavy industrial applications, such as opencast and underground mining and tunneling. The company notes that the safe and reliable performance of its... →

Nitrogen generator offers safe and efficient production

16th June 2022 A wide range of industries such as chemicals, food and beverage, electronics, pharmaceuticals and laser cutting, depend on nitrogen (N₂) as an integral part of their production and manufacturing processes. The inert gas is not reactive, making N₂ ideal for applications such as blanketing and for... →

Atlas Copco NGP+ generator offers reliable onsite Nitrogen supply

Specialist laser cladding equipment reduces dust emissions

26th May 2022 New laser cladding technologies allow for the manufacture of metal components, such as low-wear brake discs, with a significant reduction in fine dust emissions. The powdered coating material is blown onto the workpiece and then melted by laser, so that it bonds metallurgically with the base... →

Image of brake pad being welded to show that Weartech supplies a range of laser cladding equipment

Weartech supplies a range of specialist laser cladding equipment

Copper electrowinning technology for Africa

13th May 2022 Metso Outotec has been awarded a contract for the delivery of advanced electrowinning equipment to a copper cathode production plant in Africa. The company’s scope of delivery includes the supply of basic engineering and equipment for the copper electrowinning plant expansion. The offering for... →

Metso Outotec will deliver electrowinning equipment to a copper cathode production plant

Detectable injection-moulded components vital for food processing industry

25th April 2022 A new detectable compound based on the engineered plastic acetal copolymer (POM-C) has been specially developed for injection-moulded components used in the food processing industry. Ensinger is launching TECACOMP POM ID 1055303 which has been optimised to ensure that its components have good... →

Ensinger's new detectable compound TECACOMP POM ID 1055303

Artificial intelligence for South African consumers

22nd April 2022 A number of new artificial intelligence of things (AIoT) innovations have recently been launched in South Africa. Products unveiled by Hong Kong-based consumer electronics and smart manufacturing company Xiaomi include its smart vacuum and mop, electric scooter, and smart watch. →

Xiaomi's robot vacuum mop and self emptying station and Mi electric scooter are now available in South Africa

Latest material‑optimised mounting solutions revealed

22nd April 2022 A number of innovative new products will be on show at the upcoming Intersolar 2022 in Munich, Germany. Among the exhibitors will be the solar mounting system manufacturer Schletter Group, presenting its latest products and solutions, that are said to focus on the use of less material, better... →

Schletter Group has introduced material optimised mounting solutions

Reducing geyser heating costs

31st March 2022 There are a range of technologies available to help reduce a household’s electricity costs, including the use of solar thermal systems and heat pumps. However, it is noted that these technologies may also incur hidden costs such as service and maintenance costs, as well as reduced efficiencies... →

Image of an Xtend ceramic elements used to reduce geyser heating costs

Xtend Elements supplies ceramic elements to reduce geyser heating costs

Industrial gear units to be assembled locally

10th March 2022 Generation X.e industrial gear units, including geared motors, industrial gears (IGs), variable speed drives (VSDs), automatic guided vehicles (AGVs) and servo motors will all be assembled in SEW-EURODRIVE’s new factory in Johannesburg, South Africa. “To cater for our growing customer base in... →

A SEW-EURODRIVE industrial gear unit

Updated bulk bag discharging system offers improved convenience, safety and cleanliness

17th February 2022 A newly designed bulk bag discharger is set to revolutionise the way users load, untie, retie, remove and collapse bulk bags. Flexicon's new BULK-OUT BFC bulk bag discharging system promotes the flow of bulk solid materials that have solidified during storage and shipment, automatically... →

Flexicon bulk bag discharger with integral bulk bag conditioner and bag dump station

South African manufacturer achieves API-600 certification – first in Africa

9th February 2022 A 100% black-owned, Level 1 broad-based black economic empowerment company has achieved its vision of manufacturing its own range of valves, becoming the first company in Africa to be granted an API-600 licence and certification. Starting out as an importer and distributor of industrial valves,... →

Image of products supplied and manufactured by LVSA Group

LVSA Group supplies and manufactures valves for a range of industries

Rubber lining increases wear life

8th February 2022 Rubber lining is a highly skilled process which, when done correctly with the correct type and thickness of rubber, can contribute considerably to the life and profitability of a plant, affirms Weir Minerals Africa product manager: rubber products, hoses and spools Yatheen Budhu. Budhu notes that... →

Image of Linatex premium rubber that helps reduce long-term wear

Linatex premium rubber helps reduce long-term wear

Specialised induction bending solutions for South African industries

8th February 2022 Induction bending is the process whereby a straight pipe is precision-bent by a specially engineered machine. The front of the pipe protrudes through an induction coil and is clamped into position. The induction coil is heated to a specified temperature and then the arm of the machine moves in a... →

Image of Steinmüller Africa’s induction bending machine, bending thick-walled piping

Steinmüller Africa’s induction bending machine can bend thick-walled piping

Local diesel pumps reduce lead times

8th February 2022 Locally assembled pumps which draw on readily available components allow for delivery within tight timeframes, offering efficient service and optimal uptime. Integrated Pump Rental has the in-house capacity to design and build fit-for-purpose diesel-driven pumps within a short lead time. “Our... →

Image of Integrated Pump Rental manufacturing facility

Integrated Pump Rental designs and builds pumps to required specifications

Locally designed and assembled bolt-on upgrade for VW and Audi models

31st January 2022 A range of locally produced turbos are currently being exported to customers in the US, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Designed by the founder and CEO of TurboDirect SA Chris Kambouris, the new turbos have been thoroughly evaluated, assessed and tested, with outstanding feedback from... →

Locally designed Turbo kit from TurboDirect SA

Rubber compound revolutionising mine site mill operations

31st January 2022 A premium-grade rubber compound that offers superior wear life and performance in mill lining applications has been developed in response to demand for higher-wearing rubbers for mill lining systems. Weir Minerals says that its Vulco R67 rubber is an optimum material which is manufactured with... →

image of the inside of a discharge end of a ball mill, fitted with spiral lifters and rubber grates

Inside the discharge end of a ball mill, fitted with spiral lifters and rubber grates

Inventory for sugar manufacturers

31st January 2022 The latest edition of the ABB Ability Sugar Library has been released, enhanced with new functionalities to serve as a control engineering inventory for sugar manufacturers. The library aims to help reduce engineering costs and development timelines, simplify expansions, eliminate errors in... →

Proactive service improves performance and reliability

21st January 2022 On-site plant operators are often under pressure to keep production running at the expense of routine and necessary maintenance, leading to unscheduled breakdowns and reduced equipment performance and reliability. With its ‘prevention is better than cure’ philosophy, SEW-EURODRIVE’s Service... →

SEW-EURODRIVE’s DriveRadar enables proactive maintenance

Expanded range of medical equipment

21st January 2022 PENTAX Medical is expanding its offering, which includes the PENTAX Medical ONE Pulmo single-use bronchoscope, and will soon include the Slim DEC Duodenoscope PlasmaTYPHOON+, and PENTAX Medical DEC hygiene pack. To treat patients for standard procedures, reusable and semi-disposable endoscopes... →

The PlasmaTYPHOON and PlasmaBAG from PENTAX Medical

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