African sugar industry needs investment boost

While the sugar industry has the potential for major growth, the continued lack of investment limits the socioeconomic impact the industry can make, says independent engineering consultancy... 

Levy threatens sugar industry recovery

Industry is concerned that the increase in the Health Promotion Levy will negatively impact the progress already made in the implementation of the Sugarcane Value Chain Master Plan 2030 as well as... 

Lubricants ensure food safety

Lubricants company FUCHS Lubricants South Africa offers food-grade Renolin SJL Heavy and Renolin SJL Winter lubricants for the sugar processing industry, with a range of benefits to ensure... 

Maintenance can reduce water pollution

The “callous waste and pollution of water” should be given more attention, and the necessary steps to prevent that, such as the maintenance of pipelines, should be prioritised, says Southern... 

Utility model assists with water use initiatives

Engineering consultancy firm BBEnergy, with support from its shareholder Agile Capital, is implementing an energy and water utility model in support of a local premium prepared food and beverage... 

Inspections, solutions specialist expands in water sector

Material testing and inspection services specialist Dekra Industrial has expanded its services to the water industry. The company saw a need for its non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection... 

Solution offers effective ballast water treatment

With ballast water discharge posing significant disruption and potential damage, regulations are being incrementally enforced to reduce the environmental impact, which, in turn, has created a need... 

Microtunnelling used to build pipeline

The Farm 694 bulk civil engineering services project will, once completed, be the longest and largest diameter pipeline project constructed using microtunnelling in South Africa, says WSP in Africa... 

Company provides water levels data

The National Water Quantity Monitoring System, or Mzansi Amanzi, is providing comprehensive data on South Africa’s water levels in dams, natural lakes and estuaries. This is being used by... 

Groundwater, wastewater must be secured to ensure water security

South Africa’s reliance on surface water such as rivers and dams has resulted in groundwater and wastewater resources being neglected. 

German actuators brought to South African shores

The increase in demand for low-voltage, failsafe electric actuators prompted actuator supplier DEMCA Actuation Solutions’ collaboration with Germany-based actuator manufacturer PS Automation GmbH,... 

Tech development enhances defence equipment

Global aerospace and technology company Paramount Group’s equipment and technologies, in service with various armed forces and security agencies on four continents, as well as digital and... 

Transceiver evades pitfalls while seizing benefits

Military communication systems specialist and JSE-listed company Reunert subsidiary Reutech Communications’ TR3000 transceiver unlocks the full potential of high-frequency (HF) network... 

No one-size-fits-all for mine decarbonisation – engineering firm

Mining operations are energy intensive, with energy representing one of the sector’s biggest operational costs. Fossil fuels remain the primary feedstock, which leaves miners exposed to volatile... 

PV solar ideal for mine integration

As the trend towards decarbonisation gathers momentum, photovoltaic (PV) solar system manufacturer and distributor Valsa Trading, suggests that PV solar as a renewable, low-cost energy source... 

Trial by fire for KZN businesses in 2021

Despite the civil unrest in July last year – a setback in an already challenging year for businesses in KwaZulu-Natal – construction and generator supply company Hire It has noted an uptick in... 

Exhibition provides exposure opportunity for company

German materials handling equipment manufacturer Jungheinrich aims to use the KwaZulu-Natal Industrial Tech Expo (KITE) to break into the local market, increase its exposure in the region and build... 

Industrial supplier focuses on growth in port city

Despite the challenging business landscape, industrial and construction equipment supplier Shumani Industrial Equipment regards Durban, in KwaZulu-Natal,  as a city with opportunities for... 

Harbours need private sector investment

Owing to South African harbours having faced challenges in attracting financial investment on a public–private partnership basis, they have not been able to enhance operating performance and... 

Learning academy continues to develop local skills

Automotive manufacturer Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) continues to develop skills for the future through its learning academy, which prioritises the development of skills in the automotive... 

Industry embraces both EVs and ICE

While the full extent of the impact of electric vehicles (EVs) on the local battery industry is not expected to reach South Africa soon, the industry is prepared to service EVs and continue to meet... 

Assembly plant makes significant progress at TASEZ

In the lead-up to the 2022 launch of the Next-Generation Ford Ranger, last month, automotive manufacturer Ford South Africa hosted a high-level delegation for an oversight visit at its Silverton... 

R2.5-billion spent on TASEZ development

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) has so far contributed R2.5-billion towards the development of the Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone (TASEZ). The money has helped to... 

TASEZ on road to completion

Consulting engineering and infrastructure advisory firm Zutari has expanded and updated the traffic impact assessment for the larger Tshwane area affected by the development of the Tshwane... 

Heat transfer tech offers more bang for buck

Thermal engineering solutions company Industrial Water Cooling (IWC) has partnered with Canada-based developer, designer and manufacturer Solex Thermal Science to distribute Solex’s technology to... 

July riots temporarily halt sugar production

KwaZulu-Natal is a primary location for South Africa’s sugar production and the riots in July resulted in sugar production coming to a halt. Although sugar producer Tongaat Hulett Sugar South... 

Sugar factory expansion earns excellence award

Consulting engineering and project management company Bosch Projects was named a joint winner in the 2021 CESA Aon Engineering Excellence Awards, for the UCL 175 TCH Factory Expansion Project, in... 

Service centre assists in optimisation solutions

Engineering solutions provider BMG’s Regional Service Centre (RSC) in Riverhorse Valley, KwaZulu-Natal, plays a critical role in the sugar sector by providing engineering solutions designed to... 

Sugar master plan to help ailing industry

With the South African sugar industry having experienced various challenges in the past few years, the Sugarcane Value Chain Master Plan 2030 aims to address some challenges and assist with the... 

Gold producer expands processing plant

Gold producer Tanzanian Gold Corporation has completed its 360 t/d processing plant for its Buckreef operation, in Tanzania, and will continue its phased construction approach, which will result in... 

Chemicals aid sustainable mining efforts

To assist mining companies in moving towards sustainable mining, customised chemical solutions specialist Clariant Mining Solutions is working with several mines in the sub-Saharan Africa region.... 

Bots government assists diamond sector amid Covid

The Botswana government has been instrumental in ensuring that the lucrative diamond mining industry was able to sell to the market despite the impact of the Covid-19-related disruptions.   The... 

Countries attentive to enforcing compliance

Consulting engineering and scientist firm SRK Consulting has noticed that more attention is being paid to enforcing regulatory compliance in mining across the African countries in which it... 

Supply resilient amid Covid

Despite the ongoing global impact of the pandemic on various industries, including the African mining industry, power systems provider Cummins has prioritised measures to ensure that it meets... 

Sustainability prioritised at miner’s operations

Mining companies are expected to positively contribute to sustainable social and economic development by reducing their environmental footprint and supporting biodiversity, particularly considering... 

Recycled rubber can reduce environmental impact

Recycled rubber manufacturer Xtyre Global provides patented products made from recycled tyres that can replace wood and plastic products, particularly in the industrial environment. Xtyre Global... 

Coal deemed relevant despite encouragement to move towards renewables

A key trend at the 2021 twenty-sixth session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP26), has been pledges from many countries to reduce... 

LED light improve vision on site

Multinational manufacturer Atlas Copco’s H6 plus light tower uses light-emitting-diode (LED) lights to improve on the previous H5 plus light tower used at construction sites. Atlas Copco power... 

Sector pushes for transformation amid contraction

While government is planning transformational megaprojects to benefit the construction sector, data from sources, such as Statistics South Africa, show that “the sector has been in a permanent... 

National Infrastructure Plan offers blueprint, but capacity concerns weigh

A common thread throughout the second Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA), held on October 6 and 7, is that the fiscus, as well as the State’s professional...