Continuing the journey through the world of anti-wear additives with condition monitoring specialist company, WearCheck, this final instalment of the lube kitchen series looks at additives that work their magic under pressure – Extreme Pressure (EP) additives – the other […]

South Africa’s mining industry has shifted from preparation to enforcement. With the updated Road and Rail Safety Code of Practice (COP) fully in effect from 01 October 2025, mining houses are now required to adhere to the new standards on

BMG’s Power Transmission division has extended its range of Rexnord products to include Rexnord’s Autoguard torque limiters. These devices have been designed to protect machinery, enhance reliability and minimise downtime in demanding industrial environments. “In local industries – including wineries

More than a decade after installation, the custom engineered transfer chutes supplied by Weba Chute Systems to Palabora Copper Mine (PMC) continue to operate with virtually no maintenance – a testament to the power of purpose-built design and engineering precision

South Africa desperately needs more green battery power storage solutions, but South African companies won’t simply make the switch for environmental reasons – product performance and operational efficiency come first. Sustainability isn’t a luxury — it must support uptime, productivity

Electric motors consume nearly half of the world’s electricity (IEA). From heavy-duty cranes and pumps to conveyor belts and air conditioning, the world literally moves on electric motors. Improving their efficiency will produce enormous cost savings and energy gains, which

ACTOM, a leader in energy infrastructure, officially opened its Pretoria Power Transformer manufacturing factory, following the strategic acquisition of SGB SMIT Power Matla, in what was structured as an asset transaction with the transfer of staff. The event marked a

Fires on vibrating screen decks pose a significant threat to mining operations, as they can rapidly escalate into uncontrollable incidents that endanger personnel, damage equipment, and disrupt production. Multotec’s newly developed Flame Retardant (FR) rubber screen panels provide mines and

Professor Chris Roth was successfully inaugurated as the 123rd South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) president, during a momentous ceremony held on 27 November 2025. The event celebrated leadership continuity, professional excellence, and the enduring role and relevance of

Comprehensively supporting the mining sector with commodity-specific drive train solutions, SEW-EURODRIVE has cemented its reputation as a trusted partner to the industry – a testament to its customer-centric approach, says National Sales and Marketing Manager Jonathan McKey. “Twenty years ago,