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Collaboration produces first successful H-DRI prototype bearing

8th November 2024 Engineering consultant SKF and steel-based technology company voestalpine Wire Technology earlier this year successfully produced the first prototype bearing made from steel that contains hydrogen direct reduced iron (H-DRI). This represents a breakthrough in the efforts to decarbonise bearing... →

Carbon-intensive power will hinder local manufacturers

By: Halima Frost 18th October 2024 It is anticipated that the implementation of the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which will take effect in 2026, will significantly affect the South African manufacturing sector, says industry body Manufacturing Circle. The adverse effect can be attributed to, and is compounded... →

A factory manufacturing steel components with a furnace in the foreground

KEEPING UP WITH THE CBAM For South African manufactures to maintain exports to clients in the EU they must conform to the soon to be implemented CBAM

Broad recognition of need for, benefits of, metals industry's transition to a low-carbon pathway, but funding limited

By: Schalk Burger 10th October 2024 Representatives of South Africa's metals and engineering industry and government have emphasised the need to transition the industry to a low-carbon pathway and discussed the benefits this would bring in terms of competitiveness and sustainability. There is, however, also acknowledgement that... →

DFFE international governance and resource mobilisation chief policy adviser Stuart Mangold; Danish Industries project lead Clara Halvorsen; Danish Industry ESG and sustainability senior adviser Dr Vibeke Huge Rehfeld; Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Deputy Minister Narend Singh; and Danish Industry CBAM expert Anna Ipsen Nielson

ArcelorMittal South Africa works to address skills gap through artisan training

By: Sabrina Jardim 1st October 2024 With South Africa facing a critical shortage of skilled and qualified artisans and engineers, steel producer ArcelorMittal South Africa’s (AMSA’s) fully Quality Council for Trades and Occupations- (QCTO-) accredited Engineering Academy, based in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, offers artisan training to... →

UK foundry first user of new austenitic steels

20th September 2024 British steel foundry Furniss & White has become the first company in the world to manufacture castings using an “innovative new series of high-strength austenitic stainless steels”. Furniss & White, which specialises in high integrity stainless steel castings, fabrications and precision... →

The above image depicts the pouring of an N’GENIUS Series grade from furnace into ladle at Furniss & White

EXPECTED POPULARITY Furniss & White expects that the N’Genius series will be extremely popular with its existing customers, enabling access to new opportunities in other markets including the US and Canada and in clean energy industries such as hydrogen

Supplier launches ecological stainless steel

20th September 2024 Metal supplier Swiss Steel Group has successfully launched a new variant of stainless steel that meets the highest ecological standards, Green Steel Stainless+. “This innovative solution demonstrates our commitment to sustainability and the protection of the environment,” the company states. →

The above image depicts the electric arc furnace that Swiss Steel Group uses to produce Green Steel Stainless+

Photo by Swiss Steel
SCRAP TO STEEL Electric arc furnace technology has made it possible for the Swiss Steel Group to use scrap as its main input material after going through strict sorting prior to the scrap being turned into stainless steel

Poor consumption drives change in strategy

By: Lynne Davies 20th September 2024 Steel mill Columbus Stainless notes that apparent yearly consumption of stainless steel continues to decline in South Africa, with Columbus Stainless senior local sales manager Nocwaka Ntshangase explaining that this, “unfortunately, is a reflection of the lack of much-needed economic growth in... →

The above image depicts a Columbus Stainless steel mill

Photo by Columbius Stainless
RESPONDING TO MARKET NEEDS Columbus Stainless continues to respond to market needs with the introduction of its new grade variations to suit specific market and application requirements, such as the temper rolled 301L with high strength and corrosion resistance for passenger rail cars

Organisation reintroduces awards, promotes sustainability

By: Lynne Davies 20th September 2024 Celebrating its sixtieth anniversary, the Southern African Stainless Steel Development Association (Sassda) has reintroduced the Sassda and Columbus Stainless Awards – with the theme of innovation and sustainability – this month, following a five-year hiatus. The biennial event had been held for... →

The above image depicts Sassda executive director Michel Basson.

MICHEL BASSON Sustainability brings the challenge of trying to do things in a different way – not only differently but also with greater sensitivity to the use of resources, the environment and society

Quality, training could safeguard the future of the steel sector – Institute

By: Simone Liedtke 16th August 2024 In the face of evolving challenges within the steel industry, the Southern African Institute of Steel Construction (Saisc) is taking decisive steps to ensure the sector’s resilience and sustainability. Specifically, amid concerns about quality and training in the steel value chain, Saisc CEO... →

AMANUEL GEBREMESKEL The introduction of a quality certification programme will uplift the entire steel industry

Company’s synergistic approach drives innovation in industry

By: Simone Liedtke 16th August 2024 As the steel sector in South Africa continues to evolve, structural engineering company Cousins Steel International’s (CSI’s) initiatives and partnerships are setting new standards for efficiency and quality in structural steel projects, says CSI director Adam Oldfield. He explains that, by... →

SUCCESSFUL IMPLEMENTATION CSI is contributing to the sector’s advancement and ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects

Association emphasises need for sustained steel demand

16th August 2024 The carbon steel tube and pipe sector – akin to other sub-domestic industries that are emerging from an historically low industrial base – is emphasising the critical need for sustained demand and increased public infrastructure investment, echoing broader business sentiments urging the... →

KEITUMETSE MOUMAKOE The advent of the seventh administration in South Africa has instilled renewed confidence

Firm diversifies product range

By: Simone Liedtke 16th August 2024 Specialised fastening systems manufacturer and distributor Avlock International, in Boksburg, has diversified its product range to include cordless tools, plastic fasteners and specialised fasteners and application tooling. Specifically, Avlock highlights the EL-Toro roofing nail and the Lockbolt... →

SECURE ROOFING The roofing nail is used extensively for securing steel roof sheeting

Artificial demand creating ‘precarious’ scrap market conditions, commentator warns

By: Darren Parker 5th August 2024 South Africa's scrap metal sector is overinvested, international trade consultancy XA Global Trade Advisors director Donald Mackay says. "I think we've got a very weird situation, as scrap metal that doesn't really behave like any other product. As demand for any product rises until the supply... →

Aggressive scrap metal policies should be based on transparent data, not conjecture, expert says

By: Darren Parker 30th July 2024 Significant alterations to existing scrap metal regulations and outright bans – albeit temporary – on the trade of certain scrap metals should not be made without access to transparent and accurate sector data, international trade consultancy XA Global Trade Advisors director Donald MacKay has... →

Watch this video to see XA Global Trade Advisors director Donald MacKay discuss scrap metal market challenges

Seifsa cites problems with proposed amendments to scrap metal trading laws

By: Darren Parker 24th July 2024 Industry body the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) has criticised the proposed amendments to the Regulations to the Second-Hand Goods Act put forward for public comment by the Civilian Secretariat for the Police Service on July 12. Seifsa president Elias... →

Seifsa president Elias Monage

Coking coal prices remain under pressure amid weak steel production

By: Sabrina Jardim 23rd July 2024 Research agency BMI has maintained its Australian coking coal price forecast for this year at $260/t, as prices remain under pressure as a result of weak demand. BMI notes in its ‘Coking Coal Prices - No Recovery As Steel Production Remains Weak’ report that this year has cemented negative... →

New online information hub on South African scrap metal industry launched

By: Darren Parker 23rd July 2024 A new online platform called MyScrapMatters has been launched, acting as a single centralised hub to provide comprehensive information about the scrap metal industry in South Africa. The aim of the website is to assist in regulating scrap metal in the country by promoting transparency and... →

Strong relationships underpin success

5th July 2024 Structural steel fabrication company Cousins Steel International (CSI) asserts that succession planning and robust synergies are the catalysts that have led to its enduring success. The company, which blends its decades-long legacy with modern steel technology and insights, is proud of its... →

A generic image of large steel components

RELATIONSHIP BUILDING CSI stresses the importance of sustaining collaboration initiatives in the steel industry

Bottlenecks affecting company’s operations

By: Lumkile Nkomfe 5th July 2024 Local supply chain and logistics bottlenecks have significantly impacted on steel trading and distribution company Tradecore Steel’s manufacturing operations. These bottlenecks can be attributed to delays in raw material deliveries, transport inefficiencies and port congestion, all of which have... →

A generic image of galvanised steel sheeting

TRANSFORMATIVE CAPACITY The health of the steel sector remains crucial in addressing various challenges within the mining and construction sectors

Enhanced steel grade meets demanding needs

By: Nadine Ramdass 7th June 2024 Stainless steel producer Columbus Stainless, based in Middelburg, Mpumalanga, has improved on the “workhorse” 3CR12 utility steel by adding the high-strength 3CR12HP400 version to meet the requirements of demanding applications. 3CR12HP400 offers the necessary corrosion resistance, along with the... →

Photo by Creamer Media's Donna Slater
WIDE VARIETY Columbus offers a variety of stainless steels that can handle various environments, including the temper rolled 301L grade

Get Steel invites comment on proposed foundry project in Benoni

By: Marleny Arnoldi 17th May 2024 Local steel processing company Get Steel has invited interested and affected parties to submit comments on a draft scoping report into the refurbishment of the Naledi Foundry, in Benoni, Gauteng. The company also intends to install additional infrastructure and equipment to establish a new... →

New clean cooking equipment factory opened in Paarl

By: Rebecca Campbell 9th May 2024 Clean and renewable energy solutions company Ener-G-Africa (EGA) on Thursday officially opened its new biomass stove and cookware manufacturing facility, in the Western Cape province town of Paarl. The factory will produce two different types of stoves, and two different ranges of cooking pots.... →

A Multi-Application Fuel Efficient Cookstove

Enhanced regulation, law enforcement needed to combat scrap metal theft

By: Darren Parker 3rd May 2024 Enhanced regulation and enforcement are needed to address the challenges of scrap metal theft in South Africa and potentially lift the ban on scrap metal exports, research and advisory firm Birguid analyst Noquele Dube says. She explains that the scrap metal industry contributes R15-billion to... →

New cable carriers ideal for harsh conditions

26th April 2024 Tsubaki chain, power transmission and motion control products distributor BMG supplies and supports Tsubaki Kabelschlepp cable carriers that have been developed to withstand operation in many industries, including highly corrosive environments. “The Kabelschlepp solution is ideally suited for use... →

The abive image depicts the BMG Kabelschlepp cable carrier installation

Photo by BMG
PERFECTLY SIZED The design of the heavy-duty steel and corrosion-resistant stainless steel Tsubaki Kabelschlepp range allows for increased unsupported lengths and large additional loads without sagging, when perfectly sized to the application

South Africa's science, innovation dept launches circular minerals, metals initiative

By: Darren Parker 11th April 2024 South Africa's Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), through the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), has launched the first of three new government-led collaborative circular economy initiatives focusing on priority economic sectors that were identified by government in... →

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DSI technology innovation deputy director general Mmboneni Muofhe

Mill highlights benefits of stainless steel for sugar industry

By: Simone Liedtke 5th April 2024 Using stainless steel in the sugar industry, where processing conditions can be particularly corrosive, has proven to be an effective solution in mitigating wear-related challenges, says South African stainless steel mill Columbus Stainless market development manager Lerato Mashigo. Stainless... →

MPUMALANGA FACILITY The integrated facility has been instrumental in advancing stainless steel production and application

Agreement extends stainless steel reach

By: Nadine Ramdass 5th April 2024 Austenitic stainless steels specialist N’GENIUS Materials Technology has reached an agreement with UK-based stainless steel manufacturer Project Pipeline Supply (PPS) to sell and distribute pipeline and piping packages with products made from the N’GENIUS Series of high-strength austenitic... →

An image of the N'’GENIUS 316LM4N grade wrought mech properties

COVETED SPECS The N’GENIUS 316LM4N grade boasts significantly higher minimum yield and tensile strengths

Awards return following pandemic interruption

5th April 2024 Industry association Southern Africa Stainless Steel Association (Sassda) is set to mark its sixtieth anniversary with the return of the Sassda and Columbus Stainless Steel Awards. The Covid pandemic temporarily halted the biennial awards ceremony event, with the last event held in 2018. The... →

AN image of Sassda trophies for the Sassda and Columbus Stainless Steel Awards

SHAPING THE FUTURE The Sassda and Columbus Stainless Steel Awardsaims to recognise the resilience of the local stainless steel industry

AI tech reduces foundry’s energy consumption

8th March 2024 Danish iron foundry Birn announced in December it had completed an artificial intelligence (AI) project in cooperation with automatic pouring technology developer and manufacturer Pour-tech AB to optimise dosing of molten iron from casting machines into moulds. The project aimed to reduce energy... →

Customs increase aims to level out steel products field

By: Nadine Ramdass 1st March 2024 Industry association Southern Africa Coil Coaters Association (SACCA) has applied for an increase in the general rate of customs duty on certain coated or plated flat-rolled steel. The proposed increase, from duty free to the World Trade Organisation-bound rate of 10% ad valorem, has gained... →

LEVEL FIELD The proposed tariff increase aims to eliminate loopholes exploited and enhance the competitive position of domestic manufacturers

Low demand threatens sustainability

By: Nadine Ramdass 1st March 2024 The South African steel sector is facing significant challenges, primarily because of oversupply, in addition to very little demand, coupled with economic constraints. Resolving these issues requires strategic alignment among steel mills, downstream merchants and policymakers to optimise... →

SPARKING GROWTH A stable, supportive business environment is essential for the long-term viability of the steel sector

Seifsa calls for alternatives to scrap metal export ban

By: Sabrina Jardim 5th February 2024 In anticipation of Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Ebrahim Patel’s decision on the way forward regarding scrap metal regulations, and following the extended public comment period which closed on January 12, the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) is... →

Regulator approves Eskom tariff discounts for ferrochrome groups

By: Terence Creamer 6th November 2023 The Energy Regulator has approved six-year negotiated pricing agreements (NPAs) for ferrochrome smelters operated in South Africa by both Glencore-Merafe Chrome Venture and Samancor Chrome. The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) issued a statement on November 6 confirming NPAs had... →

Converter plants beneficial

27th October 2023 With a focus on future-oriented stainless steelmaking, metallurgical industry plant supplier SMS group offers converter steel plants for carbon and stainless steel worldwide. This includes complex Basic Oxygen Furnace and Argon Oxygen Decarburisation converter steel plants with a higher degree of... →

COLD PILGERING The SMS group offers its cold pilger technology for the forming of high-quality seamless tubes

More education initiatives needed in local industry

By: Sabrina Jardim 27th October 2023 Education and skills development remain indispensable for the South African stainless steel industry, however, the training and development of productive and skilled staff has become a “major stumbling block” to the growth of the industry, says Southern Africa Stainless Steel Development... →

MICHEL BASSON Sassda offers various training programmes at technical and academic levels

Summit outlines industry plans

By: Sabrina Jardim 27th October 2023 International trade limitations, owing to slow market growth in Europe and the US, have in turn sparked the implementation of stringent trade conditions in the South African stainless steel industry, says South African Iron and Steel Institute (Saisi) secretary-general Charles Dednam. Focus must... →

an image depicting Charles Dednam and Dr Edwin Basson

CHARLES DEDNAM AND DR EDWIN BASSON Saisi’s Southern African Steel Summit provided an opportunity to discuss challenges hindering sector growth

Local sector facing pressures

By: Sabrina Jardim 6th October 2023 Amid power outages, poor service delivery, a depressed global economic environment and a declining domestic economy, the South African steel and engineering sector is described as a “sector in distress”, with supply-side and demand-side pressures becoming increasingly prevalent, says Steel and... →

TAFADZWA CHIBANGUZA The trends driving the steel and engineering sector’s performance – domestic economic growth and gross fixed capital formation – have recorded poor outcomes

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