As mining operations across Africa continue to evolve in scale, complexity and automation, the role of advanced safety technologies has become increasingly important in protecting people, equipment and productivity. According to Booyco Electronics, leveraging intelligent safety solutions such as Proximity […]
Commemorating 112 years of innovation, premium quality products, cutting-edge technologies and enduring partnerships, SKF South Africa in 2026 enters a defining chapter, one that underscores its unwavering commitment to shaping the future of industry through strategic rotating asset optimisation. SKF
Turbines operate for months on end. Slow to start and cumbersome to shut down, these power machines are at their best when they work continuously. However, no turbine is immune from wear and tear, and unexpected downtime or poor performance
Keep Your Turbines Spinning. Read More »
Infrastructure failures including unreliable electricity, transport breakdowns, and weak water systems are a significant constraint on growth in developing economies, with studies indicating they can reduce annual GDP growth by up to 2 percentage points. Poor infrastructure and maintenance can
Infrastructure Failure Is Now a Core Business Risk. Read More »
A culture of shared responsibility and strong frontline engagement has helped De Beers achieve the lowest safety incident rate in its 135 year history. The company reported a total recordable injury frequency rate (TRIFR) of 1.0 for 2025 across its
OWNERSHIP CULTURE DRIVES RECORD SAFETY PERFORMANCE AT DE BEERS. Read More »
Repair and refurbishment of faulty pumps or valves should be investigated as a first line approach particularly where specialised equipment is concerned. Through its extensive SupremeServ operation, Pump manufacturer KSB Pumps and Valves is able to repair a wide range
When restoring worn pumps makes cents. Read More »
In industries where uptime is critical and operational interruptions come at a significant cost, reliable access to lubricants has become a strategic priority rather than a simple procurement function. From mining operations in remote regions to high-output manufacturing facilities, consistent
South Africa’s mining sector has long been shaped by systems of migrant labour, where employees travelled vast distances from rural homes to industrial centres. For decades, this reality was underpinned by hostel accommodation that may have been functional for the
Reframing mine housing from allowance to asset. Read More »
With the introduction of the X-Air 900-20, Atlas Copco strengthens its DrillAir portfolio with a flexible, application driven portable air compressor designed for the realities of mining and construction operations worldwide. Atlas Copco has expanded its DrillAir portfolio of portable
Atlas Copco introduces X-Air 900-20: compressed air for tough drilling applications. Read More »
Manholes are traditionally expected to be round in shape, but industrial sectors such as electrical, plumbing, fibre optic networks, infrastructure, internal drainage systems and basement utility chambers can all benefit from Rocla’s square manholes and manhole covers. “The Rocla square
ROCLA INTRODUCES THE SQUARE MANHOLE. Read More »