The mining sector’s gradual shift from non-electric (NONEL) to electronic initiation systems in blasting has received a welcome boost as BME releases its new VIPERTRON® Electronic Initiation System. Ralf Hennecke, Managing Director of BME, highlighted that electronic initiation systems have
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Around 60 to 80 percent of bearing failures are lubricant-related. One of the most effective ways to prevent these issues is to ensure lubrication is applied properly. While under-lubricating a machine component can cause overheating, excessive wear and premature bearing
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An irresistible sense of excitement and conviction will be on full display when B.E.D. joins long-term partner Fronius SA at its outdoor demonstration stand at Electra Mining Africa (EMA) 2026, which takes place from 7 to 11 September 2026 in
Smart Data dramatically improves MTTK and reduces AI token consumption helpingorganisations accelerate and control AI-driven operations as they advance toward autonomous IT NETSCOUT® SYSTEMS, INC. (NASDAQ: NTCT), a leading provider of observability, AIOps, cybersecurity, and DDoS attack protection solutions, expands its data
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Sungrow has secured the top position in Wood Mackenzie’s Global Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Integrator Comprehensive Ranking as well as in Global Solar Inverter Manufacturer Comprehensive Ranking. Assessing global BESS and inverter suppliers based on their performance in 2025,
Glencore Coal, in partnership with the eMalahleni Local Municipality, has officially handed over a new, fully equipped fire station in Ferrobank, Kwa-Guqa, marking an important milestone in strengthening emergency response services and community safety in the area. The approximately R18.6
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Compressed air drives operations across virtually every sector at scale, securing its status as the ‘fourth utility’. Yet this vital utility is also one of the most energy-intensive systems in a plant, consuming up to 90% of total energy. Compressed
Quality-controlled plastic recycling plays an essential role in helping manufacturers achieve consistent, reliable results when using recycled materials. Packaging accounts for approximately 52% of all plastics used in South Africa, making disciplined recycling processes increasingly important as manufacturers seek reliable, high-quality
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Across the global mining sector, Discrete Element Method (DEM) simulation has become a standard feature of transfer chute design. But according to Weba Chute Systems, the danger lies in confusing a verification tool with a complete design methodology. “Across the
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During National Women’s Month in August, Associated Energy Services (AES) – the ‘go-to’ industrial steam operations and project company for manufacturers wishing to optimise thermal energy generation and efficiencies – celebrates the development and upskilling of pioneering, energetic women who
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