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The above image depicts Resources 4 Africa CEO Paula Munsie

Indaba aims to unlock junior mining potential

Published: 17 May 24

Mineral resources, energy and mining conference specialists Resources 4 Africa (R4A) envision junior miners playing a crucial role in meeting the rising demand for critical minerals and metals, in an African context. According to R4A CEO Paula Munsie, through the upcoming Junior Indaba, which will be held on May 21 and 22, the company promotes exploration, innovation and responsible mining practices among junior miners, in addition to related initiatives.

Mining-focused manufacturers see innovation as key to survival and future growth

Published: 17 May 24

Amid the challenges of loadshedding, logistical constraints and volatile commodity prices, South Africa’s mining-focused manufacturers and equipment suppliers view ongoing innovation, including embracing digitalisation and artificial intelligence (AI), as increasingly central to their survival and future growth. Mining Equipment Manufacturers of South Africa (Memsa) CEO Lehlohonolo Molloyi describes local manufacturers in the sector as “resilient” and responsive to the needs of the sector, highlighting in particular how innovation has played a central role in improving the domestic mining sector’s once-dismal safety record.

Cape Town targeting this year as starting date for turning landfill waste into power

Published: 17 May 24

The City of Cape Town (CoCT) says it is moving closer to turning landfill waste into energy, with two projects that are designed to produce electricity from the combustion of landfill gas moving towards implementation. Landfill gas, primarily made up of methane, is produced when organic matter, such as food scraps, breaks down at landfill sites.

Firm highlights improved safety, reliability of new actuator

Published: 17 May 24

Global technology and software company Emerson has introduced the new ASCO Series 148/149 safety valve and motorised actuator made for industrial fuel oil burner recirculation and safety shutoff applications. “The new solution provides a reliable, versatile tool for industrial users to prevent overpressure, leaks, and system malfunctions that can lead to health and safety incidents, with one configuration suited to a wide range of combustion system applications,” says Emerson discrete automation global marketing director Ali Sarwar.

Company highlights positive technological effect on market

Published: 17 May 24

Industrial equipment supplier Auma South Africa emphasises the positive impact of technology on the actuators market ecosystem. Auma's electric actuators and gearboxes are fitted onto third-party-supplied valves before distribution to end-users as an option, with a strong emphasis on maintaining good relationships with various manufacturers. All of its products are sourced from Germany and assembled in-house according to customer specifications. Auma highlights that it embraces current technology advancements, which allows users to connect through their phones or laptops in order to download extensive parameters for actuator maintenance, fault-finding and parameter optimisation. Fault reports can be promptly sent to Auma or its German counterparts for precise servicing recommendations, enhancing operational efficiency.

Foundries resilient despite challenges – organisation

Published: 17 May 24

Key industry support initiative the National Foundry Technology Network (NFTN) asserts that the health of the foundry sector has remained resilient despite significant challenges in recent years following the Covid-19 pandemic. An industry support programme hosted by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and funded by the Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition, the NFTN’s mandate is to manage, coordinate and facilitate development and transformation in the foundry sector through focused interventions designed to enable foundries to become more competitive.

Firm showcases industrial valve range

Published: 17 May 24

Industrial equipment supplier BMG has presented its range of industrial slurry valves, which has been designed to cope efficiently in harsh conditions. This range includes robust butterfly and knife gate valves, as well as diaphragm and pinch valves. “These industrial slurry valves – which meet stringent quality and safety specifications – are highly efficient for the control and isolation of abrasive slurries in many industries, including power generation, chemicals and petrochemicals, cement handling, water treatment, mining, quarrying, and pulp and paper,” highlights BMG fluid technology sales manager Susan Victor.

Company unveils latest pulse valve

Published: 17 May 24

Pneumatic control device manufacturer SMC says that its new JSXF Series SmartVent pulse valve delivers higher impact force and reduced air consumption, making it ideal for use in mining applications. This valve features a springless robust elastometer diaphragm and optimized internal design.

Firms unveils latest product industrial applications

Published: 17 May 24

Industrial sensor and technology company, Senseca South Africa recently unveiled its FF series of flow switches for water, oil, gas and industrial applications, as well as for general industry where pump protection is required. The company says that its 200-bar pressure and piston valve seat design make it a distinctive flow switch for a multitude of industrial applications. It also avers to the convenience of the mechanical operating principle of the piston valve seat design in that it saves space and can be used and installed for high unit counts. In addition, the flow meter FF design is “practically maintenance free” across all applications.

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BMG will be participating at the Machine Tools Africa exhibition

Distributor to launch new products at Machine Tools expo

Published: 17 May 24

Power transmission and motion control products distributor BMG will be participating at the Machine Tools Africa exhibition, which will be held at the Johannesburg Expo Centre at Nasrec, from May 21 to 24. BMG’s stand – Hall 6, F10 – will showcase the company’s comprehensive range of quality branded tools and equipment, which has been carefully selected by specialists, to meet the exact requirements of customers in diverse sectors.