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Switchgear system aligns with masterplan implementation
14th August 2026 By: Trent Roebeck

Energy solutions and technology company Siemens is assisting independent power producers (IPPs) in connecting to the grid. This includes localising portions of the assembly of its 8DA gas-insulated... 


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Small-scale spray dryers improve research, development and production
7th August 2026

A new generation of small-scale spray dryers has been launched by industrial equipment and solutions provider ANDRITZ. The ANDRITZ Dedert small-scale spray dryer range is designed to help customers... 


Third kiln commissioned at quicklime project
7th August 2026

The hot commissioning of the third of eight planned kilns at its Limeco quicklime project in Zambia is under way, states Africa-focused quicklime producer and critical minerals explorer Firering... 


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Furnace’s melting performance boosts metalworking processes
7th August 2026

Bale-out furnaces are essential in foundries and metalworking industries, such as automotive, electronics and jewellery, owing to their high efficiency, precise temperature control and robust... 


Traxtion takes delivery of first locomotives under R1.8bn acquisition programme
Traxtion takes delivery of first locomotives under R1.8bn acquisition programme
3rd August 2026

Private railways company Traxtion reports that the first eight of 46 Wabtec C28 locomotives it is buying from KiwiRail in New Zealand for R1.8-billion arrived at the Port of Durban in early August.... 


The DynamiTrac XS200 delivers powerful mobile screening performance in a compact package, making it ideal for contractors and smaller operations requiring maximum flexibility
Pilot Crushtec targets emerging operators with mobile scalper
31st July 2026 By: Shannon de Ryhove

Crushing, screening and material handling solutions provider Pilot Crushtec International has expanded its locally developed crushing and screening range with the launch of the DynamiTrac XS200... 


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Stainless options enhance safety
10th July 2026 By: Trent Roebeck

Food and beverage manufacturing plants should use stainless steel fasteners for highly specialised and safety-critical applications, says industrial equipment supplier BMG. The company offers a... 


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Milestone celebration caps off decade of growth
10th July 2026

Last month marked the tenth anniversary of the acquisition of bolting solutions manufacturer Steadfast Scotland by pipes and fittings supplier The Marla Group – a milestone capping a decade of... 


SAPVIA CEO Dr Rethabile Melamu
What’s next for South Africa’s gigawatt-scale yearly solar market?
3rd July 2026

The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) hosted its AGM this week and also released its annual report. As the recognised voice of South Africa’s PV industry, representing almost... 


COMBUSTION MONITORING The upgraded boilers are equipped with combustion monitoring instrumentation to ensure optimal combustion conditions
Boiler upgrades maximise efficiency at fishmeal plant
5th June 2026 By: Keabetswe Shilakwe

Global fishing company Oceana Group has completed a boiler upgrade at its Laaiplek fishmeal plant, in the Western Cape, replacing end-of-life equipment with modern systems designed to increase... 


Traxtion CEO James Holley
Traxtion says R1.4bn equity raise positions it for yet more rail investments as market opens
3rd June 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Independent railways operator Traxtion has concluded an $86-million (R1.4-billion) equity capital raise, which the company says has created the financial platform for yet further investments into a... 


MMD Group, MAGNA unveil new product range for Southern African market
MMD Group, MAGNA unveil new product range for Southern African market
27th May 2026

Mineral processing solutions company MMD Group has unveiled a new product partnership with global manufacturer MAGNA, a Terex Brand, through the launch of the MAGNA high-capacity range in South... 


Transport Minister Barbara Creecy speaking at the launch of the Draft National Rail Master Plan
Draft masterplan outlines R2-trillion vision for restoring rail as 'backbone' by 2050
23rd April 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The Draft National Rail Master Plan released by Transport Minister Barbara Creecy for public comment outlines an ambitious R2-trillion vision for repositioning South Africa’s underperforming rail... 


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Tougher stance against substandard imports needed
17th April 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

South Africa’s cable industry has the capacity and expertise to support grid optimisation, but only if it is protected against substandard imports that are undermining the safety and performance of... 


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Pratley expands, relocates Durban depot to meet growing industry demand
7th April 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Responding to growing market demand, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance adhesives Pratley has expanded and relocated its Durban, KwaZulu-Natal depot. The new facility in Cornubia,... 


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New hoist solutions improve heavy lifting 
20th March 2026 By: Trent Roebeck

The latest range of GEDA hoists – introduced to the Southern African market by equipment solutions provider SkyJacks this year – are capable of lifting materials and workers to heights exceeding... 


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Tech offering fully aligned with province’s demands
6th March 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The Western Cape economy, anchored in agriculture, food and beverage processing, manufacturing and logistics, continues to drive demand for flexible and energy efficient industrial technologies,... 


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Controlling carryback at conveyor transfer points
13th February 2026

Dust and carryback from belt conveyor discharge points are an ongoing problem for bulk handling operations and the efficient discharge at a transfer point requires a holistic approach with several... 


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Company sets pace with power packs in African mining
23rd January 2026

With its comprehensive support of the mining sector through commodity-specific drivetrain solutions, motors and drives supplier SEW-EURODRIVE has cemented its reputation as a trusted partner to the... 


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Firm warns against motor replacement procrastination
23rd January 2026

Electric motors consume nearly half of the world’s electricity, according to the International Energy Agency, states WEG's Electric Motor LV&HV executive Fanie Steyn. Therefore, improving motor... 


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Mill upgrade improves aluminium processing
23rd January 2026

Engineering and metallurgy solutions company SMS group has successfully upgraded the motors and drives in the one-stand reversing hot rolling mill – originally built by a third-party rolling mill... 


An image of one of the Hansen IGUs being assembled
Repair service underpins company’s support of industrial sectors
23rd January 2026 By: Trent Roebeck

Industrial equipment supplier BMG repairs Hansen industrial gear units (IGUs) in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s documented procedures, consequently preserving the design tolerances and... 


HIP
CSIR launches new hot isostatic press in Pretoria
11th December 2025 By: Darren Parker

A state-of-the-art hot isostatic press (HIP) facility has been unveiled by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), in Pretoria, Gauteng, providing South African manufacturers... 


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Sector enters phase of industrial renewal
5th December 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The convergence of the automotive and mining value chains is strengthening Africa’s capacity to shift from resource extraction to advanced manufacturing, positioning the continent as an... 


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S Africa must develop workforce for auto transition – association
5th December 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

With the global automotive industry entering a new era of electrification and automation, South Africa’s skills ecosystem will be tested. Consequently, industry association National Association of... 


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Auto sector faces decisive decade – association
5th December 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Amid the global automotive industry's profound shift towards electric mobility and digital manufacturing, South Africa’s component sector is at a crossroads, with industry association National... 


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Bank says finance must drive industrial depth
5th December 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

As the automotive components industry enters a period of structural change, financial institution Nedbank Commercial Banking says the sector’s long-term survival depends on aligning finance with... 


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Township mechanics are strengthening their position - firm
5th December 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

South Africa’s automotive aftersales economy is being reshaped by the rapid rise of township mechanics, whose workshops are increasingly providing credible, competitive and affordable alternatives... 


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Infrastructure focus could spark long-awaited construction revival but obstacles persist
5th December 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

South Africa’s construction and infrastructure sector enters 2026 with a rare window of opportunity. The Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana... 


A Square Forklift celebrates new partnership and facility
A Square Forklift celebrates new partnership and facility
3rd December 2025

Industrial equipment rental, sales and service company A Square Forklift last month held an event to commemorate a new partnership with forklifts, platform trucks, tractors and intralogistics... 


Andru Mining's new centenary-grey Caterpillar D8 dozer
Andru Mining receives new centenary D8 Caterpillar dozer from Barloworld Equipment
1st December 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Mining services company Andru Mining received a new grey-coloured D8 dozer, made by construction and mining equipment company Caterpillar, from industrial equipment company Barloworld Equipment on... 


Invicta lifts earnings, cash reserves despite weak industrial conditions
24th November 2025 By: Darren Parker

JSE- and A2X-listed industrial investment group Invicta Holdings has reported a rise in headline earnings and stronger cash reserves for the six months ended September 30, delivering a 15% increase... 


South African mineral processing provider Multotec is crowned the Overall Winner at SACEEC's Exporter of the Year Awards 2025
S Africa’s capital equipment exporters celebrate growth as industry resilience shines through
21st November 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The South African Capital Equipment Export Council (SACEEC), which represents the country’s capital equipment, machinery and project sector, has honoured the country’s leading exporters at its 2025... 


Caterpillar trucks on mine
Barloworld grows cash pile as earnings fall, final dividend scrapped
17th November 2025 By: Darren Parker

Industrial equipment company Barloworld has reported a sharp increase in free cash flow for the 12 months to September 30, even as earnings declined and the company cancelled its final dividend.... 


Completed rebuilt components ready for dispatch
Barloworld showcases R68m investments in its Rebuild Centre
12th November 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Industrial equipment and services company Barloworld on November 11 took media on a tour of its Rebuild Centre, which completes an average of 2 000 rebuilds a year of components and engines for... 


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HPHT valves improve flow control operations
7th November 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

A partnership between valve product and solutions supplier Brimis Engineering (Brimis) and Germany-based valve manufacturer ProValve Armaturen (ProValve) will result in the latest high-pressure,... 


An image of an Allmech employee and the Runxin F135 valve system
New valves enhance water supply, process efficiency
7th November 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

The new, optimised Runxin F135 duplex valve has been introduced to the South African market to improve water treatment processes by enhancing water softening and ensuring consistent water quality,... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
Amid delay to private grid tender, Ramokgopa indicates willingness to pay ‘premium’ to unlock industrialisation
31st October 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Rampkgopa has indicated that South Africa should be willing to pay a premium to ensure that the multi-billion-rand expansion of the electricity grid... 


Caterpillar haul truck
Newco now controls 90.6% of Barloworld
23rd October 2025 By: Darren Parker

Industrial equipment company Barloworld is nearing the end of its transition to private ownership, with consortium-backed Newco now holding a controlling 67.3% stake and, together with related... 


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