Persistent bearing failure on a centralised extraction fan motor was negatively impacting machine reliability and subsequent operational efficiency for a leading battery manufacturer in East Africa. Despite replacing the motor’s bearings in December 2024, the vibration issues resurfaced within a […]

Commvault recently hosted its Minutes to Meltdown event in Johannesburg and Cape Town. This event, led by the company’s security experts, was an interactive and detailed ransomware attack simulation designed to help companies understand how to respond in the event

WearCheck Water’s Johannesburg laboratory was recently awarded ISO/IEC17025 Accreditation for Total Coliforms and E.coli Testing, after a rigorous audit process, adding to the company’s extensive list of certifications, and reinforcing the laboratory’s adherence to  national and international work-quality standards. WearCheck

There has been an ongoing narrative that there is a shortage of artisans in South Africa. Some in the industry may argue that the issue is not the lack of artisans but rather that qualified artisans are unable to find

The recent State of the Nation Address (SoNA) announced a R20 billion-per-year fund to support black-owned and small enterprises, and while this initiative holds great promise for a number of sectors, few would benefit as much as the construction industry.

The most critical aspect for cold storage truck fleets is temperature control. Goods must be transported under optimal temperature conditions at all times, ensuring integrity of goods. “It is a delicate balancing act as the temperature is dictated by the

ABB has been selected by global mining company BHP to deliver, install and commission three friction hoists and a further electrical system for a Blair service hoist to its Jansen Potash Project in Canada. Installation of the initial two hoists

BMG’s dedicated VSD workshop at the company’s Cape Town Engineering facility marks a year since its official opening at the beginning of 2024. “Our specialist VSD facility is an approved warranty centre for BMG’s Danfoss/Vacon and Synergy VSD products,” says

As more women carve out careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), the mining sector’s male-dominated profile is gradually changing – although the explosives landscape continues to lag behind. And given that new perspectives, opinions, and approaches can drive

Sustainability isn’t just something that happens at the macro level of business decision-making, it’s a key principle that companies need to apply across their organisations. For those in machine-intensive sectors, which can include everything from mining to port operations, manufacturing,