The mining industry’s alignment with global sustainability goals was under the spotlight at CIM Connect 2025 in Montreal in May, with BME Mining Canada attracting considerable attention in its debut appearance among over 600 companies exhibiting at this year’s popular […]
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Commodity price dips are part of the mining cycle – but when prices fall, the pressure to cut costs rises fast. The real challenge? Staying profitable without sacrificing productivity or safety. At OIM Consulting, we’ve found that the key to
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SKF leveraged its expertise on a previous succesful grease dispensing solution to address a similar challenge for a customer who is a major player in the materials handling industry. Eddie Martens, SKF Product Manager – MaPro, explains that the pump
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Schneider Electric , the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, is proud to announce the launch of its new Breaker Status and Communication Module (BSCM) Modbus SL/ULP which delivers enhanced performance, improved connectivity, and simplified
When engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) firms plan new mining projects or expansions, the cost of mine development, system installation and operating the materials handling system is front-of-mind – and this is where hybrid technologies like Railveyor attract growing interest.
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With Africa Day on 25 May highlighting the importance of building resilient economies for social transformation, the nurturing of consulting engineering expertise across various disciplines will be vital to paving a path to inclusive growth. According to Andrew van Zyl,
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Bühler is set to showcase its advanced material handling solutions at the upcoming Mining & Technical Exhibitions (MTE) Richards Bay taking place in KwaZulu Natal on 5 June 2025. The highly diversified expo reflects the MTE philosophy of catering to
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As Africa enters a critical decade of energy development and industrialisation, the demand for reliable power, sustainable infrastructure and clean energy sources is reshaping the investment landscape. At the same time, the imperative to transition responsibly—without infringing on the rights
Protecting workers should be the top priority for any employer, especially those on the front line of materials processing. Beyond the substantial financial consequences of a workplace injury or fatality, the impacts are felt profoundly by an employee’s family, their
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Institutional capacity challenges remain a key constraint on economic growth and service delivery. South Africa faces ongoing shortages of skilled professionals, especially engineers, which continues to undermine institutional capacity within the infrastructure sectors. According to The Engineering Council of South Africa,
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