Read more about the article Cutting Corners on HVAC Specs Could Leave Operators in the Heat
Cutting costs at the procurement stage by choosing cheaper lower-spec HVAC systems can result in higher maintenance costs and reduced operator safety.

Cutting Corners on HVAC Specs Could Leave Operators in the Heat

As surface mining and quarrying operations grapple with rising ambient temperatures, the way HVAC systems are specified for mobile equipment is coming under increasing scrutiny. Booyco Engineering, a specialist Original…

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Read more about the article ABB to Showcase Digital Switchgear and Smart Grid Technologies at AMEU 2025
Jan van Zyl Product Line Manager Primary Switchgear at ABB South Africa

ABB to Showcase Digital Switchgear and Smart Grid Technologies at AMEU 2025

The AMEU Convention is the premier gathering for municipal electricity distributors, utilities, engineers, policymakers and suppliers across Southern Africa. The annual event provides a vital platform for knowledge-sharing, policy development…

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Read more about the article The Role of Zinc Coatings in Advanced Corrosion Protection
Rebar can best be protected by means of hot dip galvanizing. Pic by Ricardo Gomez Angel, Unsplash

The Role of Zinc Coatings in Advanced Corrosion Protection

"Zinc rich regions corrode first, protecting exposed steel, while the aluminium remains largely unaffected until the zinc is depleted, at which point aluminium oxidation products form a durable barrier layer."…

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Read more about the article Powering Africa’s Industrial Leap at the 2026 Manufacturing Indaba
A speaker at the 2024 Manufacturing Indaba

Powering Africa’s Industrial Leap at the 2026 Manufacturing Indaba

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Over 600 million Africans still lack access to electricity, yet the continent's industrial potential is vast. The challenge is no longer just access—it’s how to power industries, create jobs, and fuel…

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Read more about the article Over Two Decades of Agri Equipment Success
Kobus Moolman – Bearing Division Product Specialist at B.E.D. Agri, Pieter Venter – Managing Director at BPI, Lukas Brits - General Manager at BPI and Pieter Joubert – ASM at B.E.D.

Over Two Decades of Agri Equipment Success

A collaboration that began over twenty years ago between Bolt and Engineering Distributors (B.E.D.) Klerksdorp and BPI Manufacturing, continues to drive agricultural equipment reliability and innovation across South Africa’s agricultural…

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Read more about the article OEM Parts a No-brainer for Increased Performance and Reduced Maintenance
Belinda Kataka, Parts Manager at Shumani Industrial Equipment

OEM Parts a No-brainer for Increased Performance and Reduced Maintenance

Using Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts helps protect the longevity of fleet assets, minimises unexpected breakdowns, and maintains compliance with manufacturer warranties. In contrast, non-OEM or counterfeit parts often present…

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