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Technical project management key to mining project success

By: Nadine Ramdass 1st November 2024 Mega mining projects face several risks; however, these risks can be mitigated with a competent and effective project management approach that addresses all project knowledge areas in a fit-for-purpose manner, reports engineering consultancy VBKOM principal study manager Pieter Olivier. Oliver... →

Independent project reviews offer fresh perspective, improved risk mitigation

1st November 2024 Mining companies may be reluctant to engage independent project reviewers, but this investment can prevent costlier outcomes from overlooked issues, shortcomings and risks during internal reviews. “The current decline in commodity prices, combined with rising operational costs and regulatory... →

Project complexities rise amid increasing mineral investment

By: Nadine Ramdass 1st November 2024 Amid increased demand for, and investment in, energy transition minerals, project complexities are increasing, says management consulting company McKinsey & Company partner and Africa capital excellence leader Gerhard Nel. Demand and investment in energy transition minerals such as copper,... →

Zimbabwe underground automation project progresses

1st November 2024 The modest size of Zimbabwe’s mining sector has not prevented Sandvik’s operation in the country from rolling out partnerships to enhance modern mining practices, with a highlight being an ongoing automation project where five automated trucks are deployed at an underground room-and-pillar mine,... →

Digital solutions enhance productivity, efficiency, safety

By: Trent Roebeck 1st November 2024 With the advent of Industry 4.0 and increasing levels of digitisation being pursued by mining operations, automation technology company Siemens says digital transformation will continue to be sought and adopted by mining companies seeking operational efficiency, improved safety and increased... →

OEM expands electric drive, automation offerings

By: Donna Slater 1st November 2024 Unveiled in mid-September, equipment maker Caterpillar’s (Cat’s) new energy management system – Dynamic Energy Transfer (DET) – offers the ability to transfer electrical energy to both diesel-electric and battery-electric large mining trucks while they are working around a mine site, giving... →

Real-time platform boosts mine optimisation

By: Trent Roebeck 1st November 2024 Adopting smart technologies and digital innovations in a mining environment presents many benefits for day-to-day operations by making data available from the Edge with technologies such as the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and the Message Queueing Telemetry Transport (MQTT) protocol,... →

Sintech

25th October 2024 Since 1984 Sintech has supplied the South African market with clutches, brakes and engineering solutions for a range of applications in mining and mining-related industries. Sintech supplies services and products for the mining process itself as well as for the processing of mined products.... →

Colliery Training College: A legacy of excellence in skills development

25th October 2024 Colliery Training College (CTC) has been a cornerstone of the South African skills develop-ment landscape since its establishment in 1965. Based in Emalahleni for over five decades, CTC is renowned as a premier provider of engineering and mining qualifications. CTC offers a comprehensive range of... →

Oil-monitoring tech boosts maintenance

By: Trent Roebeck 25th October 2024 South Africa-based digital solutions provider Britehouse Mobility, and its partner Perfect Filtration, is optimising plant efficiency and reliability of mobile mining equipment with the ATAJO OnEdge live conditioning monitoring digital product suite. The platform – launched last month – comprises... →

Strategic collaborations key to industry prosperity

25th October 2024 Through collaboration between various mining sector stakeholders – including local governments, community stakeholders and strategic collaborators – mining companies are finding ways to keep their operations running efficiently, ensuring that they remain viable in an increasingly competitive and... →

Flagship Springs colliery set to start construction

By: Trent Roebeck 25th October 2024 Coal explorer and developer Canyon Coal is preparing to start construction on its greenfield Bekezela opencast mining project in the first quarter of 2025, subject to market conditions. The project – for which environmental authorisation was granted in 2019 and the water use licence in 2023 – is... →

Fruits of newly inked deal on show at exhibition

By: Halima Frost 25th October 2024 Boksburg-based industrial powered access equipment supplier SkyJacks showcased its range of new and existing powered access, materials handling and lifting equipment at this year’s Electra Mining Africa (EMA) exhibition, held last month at the Johannesburg Expo Centre. SkyJacks also announced a... →

Circuit breakers, switchgear launched at Electra Mining

By: Halima Frost 25th October 2024 Three new products were introduced to the South African market by global smart energy solutions provider Chint at this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, held at the Johannesburg Expo Centre last month. With the launch, the NM8N-high-voltage series circuit breaker, NM8NDC range of direct... →

Cooling experts ink partnership at expo

By: Halima Frost 25th October 2024 A new partnership between industrial cooling specialists Industrial Water Cooling (IWC) and advanced engineering manufacturer Danfoss was forged last month at the Electra Mining Africa exhibition, held at the Johannesburg Expo Centre. The two companies will work together to distribute... →

Advancing sustainable automation in Africa

By: Lynne Davies 25th October 2024 Global technology leader in electrical distribution and automation ABB intends to enable a more sustainable and resource-efficient future in Africa through its technology leadership in electrification and automation, producing products such as the collaborative robot, YuMi. ABB’s solutions aim to... →

Beneficiation should be company-driven – industry body

By: Nadine Ramdass 25th October 2024 With South Africa lacking a clear cut comparative advantage in mineral beneficiation – such as specialised expertise, abundant and affordable electricity, or a competitive manufacturing base – companies should have the discretion to determine whether pursuing beneficiation is economically viable,... →

S Africa growing leadership in mining RD&I

By: Nadine Ramdass 25th October 2024 While the global mining sector lags other sectors in terms of innovation spend, South Africa’s mining research, development and innovation (RD&I) stands out as a key contributor within the country’s overall RD&I landscape, says minerals industry organisation Minerals Council South Africa... →

Standalone technical services improve value-add

18th October 2024 Bulk explosives and blasting technology supplier BME has launched its Global Blasting Technical Services (GBTS) as an external and standalone offering to customers. While GBTS was previously part of BME’s basket of solutions, the company recognised the importance of leveraging its skilled... →

Proven drill improves post-blast fragmentation

18th October 2024 After successful drilling results shown at an underground operation of Chile-based copper miner Pucobre, mining equipment manufacturer Epiroc is introducing its COPROD rock drilling system, to be used with Epiroc’s range of Simba drill rigs, which will ensure better fragmentation after blasting... →

Manufacturer eyes Peru entry with development project

18th October 2024 South African explosives and chemicals company AECI has acquired land in Peru for a development project, bolstering its position as a mining services provider in the well-endowed South American region and as part of its bold strategy to further internationalise its mining services business. Since... →

Blasting products for safe, efficient, productive operations

18th October 2024 With intelligent blast design and modelling capabilities, explosives and blasting systems manufacturer Orica launched its Next Gen SHOTPlus suite of applications on September 24 at this year’s MINExpo, held in Las Vegas, in the US. Powered by the Orica Digital Solutions Platform, Next Gen... →

LSL Consulting: Engineering excellence in bulk materials handling since 1981

18th October 2024 LSL Consulting has been a trusted pioneer in innovative bulk materials handling (BMH) solutions for over four decades. We proudly offer BMH solutions across diverse sectors, including the mining, energy and rail logistics industries in South Africa and beyond. LSL Consulting provides... →

Application specifics to drive new product development

By: Lumkile Nkomfe 18th October 2024 Developing products under proper environmental conditions is being emphasised by mining equipment manufacturer The Baughan Group as providing sustainable commercial solutions to South Africa’s coal mining sector. The range of products in the company’s portfolio includes various bulk materials... →

Improving safety, efficiency in supply chains

By: Lumkile Nkomfe 18th October 2024 Noting the complexity of South Africa’s mining environment, which is typically associated with its sizable value chain, telematics solutions provider Webfleet sales director Justin Manson advocates for greater safety and efficiency for mining vehicles to help accelerate sector growth.... →

Redesigned brakes offer improved performance

11th October 2024 Following extensive re-engineering and a complete revision of their design, power transmission components specialist RINGSPANN has launched its flagship DX series electro-hydraulic disc brakes as a “trendsetter” in the field of electro-hydraulic holding and emergency stop systems. Specifically... →

Procurement process simplifies parts sourcing

By: Nadine Ramdass 11th October 2024 Mining and industrial equipment electronic part procurement challenges are being addressed through products and solutions supplier RS South Africa’s three-tier priority procurement process, which simplifies part sourcing and mitigates significant delivery delays, said RS South Africa sales... →

Predictive maintenance solutions for efficiency, safety

11th October 2024 Providing fast, efficient and comprehensive evaluation of analogue and digital data, power transmission and motion control products distributor BMG’s NORD predictive maintenance solutions enhance the operational efficiency and safety of machines. The intelligent programmable logic controller... →

Sintech

11th October 2024 Since 1984 Sintech has supplied the South African market with clutches, brakes and engineering solutions for a wide range of applications and across a wide spectrum of industry both domestically and into neighbouring countries. These products are principally, but not limited to, Svendborg... →

Proper electrical rotating machine alignment reduces wear and tear

11th October 2024 In the world of electrical rotating machines, proper alignment plays a critical role in the longevity, efficiency and reliability of equipment. Misalignment, whether angular or parallel, is one of the leading causes of premature electrical rotating machine failure. It places undue stress on... →

Developer expands portfolio with Côte d’Ivoire project

By: Donna Slater 11th October 2024 West Africa-focused explorer and developer Thor Explorations has expanded its operations into Cote d’Ivoire following the signing of a binding sale and purchase agreement with West Africa-focused gold miner Endeavour Mining to acquire a 100% interest in the Guitry Gold exploration project for... →

Miner progresses Burkina Faso mine deepening plans

By: Donna Slater 11th October 2024 High-grade gold mineralisation from recent resource definition diamond drilling has been reported by unhedged gold mining company West African Resources within the M1 South (M1S) Deeps resource, which forms part of the miner’s Sanbrado Gold operations, in Burkina Faso. The drilling confirms... →

Specialised skills demanded by evolving industry standards

By: Lumkile Nkomfe 11th October 2024 Noting the significant mining developments taking place in West Africa and the requirement for new mines to comply with the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM), global engineering consultancy SRK Consulting is well positioned to offer specialised skills and mining expertise.... →

Martin Engineering

11th October 2024 Established in 1944, Martin Engineering is the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of innovations to make the handling of bulk materials cleaner, safer and more productive. As a customer-centric company, Martin Engineering focuses on four main areas, including safety,... →

Commercial production achieved at Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire mines

11th October 2024 Following the first gold pour at West Africa-focused gold major Endeavour Mining’s Sabodala-Massawa BIOX Expansion project, in Senegal, the miner achieved commercial production of gold at the project on August 1. On the same day, the miner also reported its entering of commercial production of... →

Added regional focus key in miner’s strategic priorities

By: Lumkile Nkomfe 11th October 2024 Canadian precious metals miner Fortuna Mining stresses the importance of solidifying its presence in countries such as Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal and Burkina Faso as a key strategic priority, owing to the evolving West African mining landscape. Fortuna Mining president, CEO and director Jorge A.... →

Market entry met with positive response

By: Simone Liedtke 4th October 2024 The reception to screening solutions provider Sandvik Rock Processing’s entry into the screening media market in Africa has been positive, says Africa regional manager for screening media and wear protection Phumelele Motsamai. Speaking to Mining Weekly on the company’s progress at this year’s... →

Gold Rock Projects: Front-end crushing solutions redefined

4th October 2024 Crushing is hard. It is hard on the crushers it is hard on businesses trying to make money out of crushing. And because crushing is so hard you cannot buy the cheapest crushers and hope they will work. Alternatively, you could get the most expensive equipment in the market, but it might mean that... →

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