Features
In-depth features exploring critical mining topics—from sustainability and community impact to evolving strategies in the industry.
-
Automating precision tasks
A new low-cost modular robotics kit from motion plastics manufacturer, igus, makes automation extremely easy and affordable for manufacturing companies…
Read More » -
Local procurement should be top of mind in mine-owned solar power projects
By David Sullivan, Divisional CEO at LH Marthinusen, a division within the ACTOM Group Many mines in South Africa are…
Read More » -
Maximizing corrosion protection and preservation at grease points
Fluctuating markets and private interests mean that equipment and facility layup is a fact of life. Whether the shutdown at…
Read More » -
Strong local, global demand for engineered Weba Chute
It has been another good year for transfer chute specialist Weba Chute Systems, and signs are that it will get…
Read More » -
New age control centres bring out the best in people and technology
In the age of the fourth industrial revolution, control rooms will be the nerve centres that ensure safety, protect critical…
Read More » -
Embedding ESG in Mining
The mining industry’s consistent focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks, once again a central theme at the Investing…
Read More » -
SLIDING THROUGH TIME: Lubrication from stone age to modern age
In part one of Lubrication from Stone Age to Modern Age (WearCheck Technical Bulletin 88), we slid through 5,000 years…
Read More » -
Drug testing dilemma: urine detection vs. saliva testing – how to outsmart the ‘cheat’ to ensure reliable results
By Rhys Evans, Managing Director at ALCO-Safe Drug testing is a critical pillar of workplace safety and productivity. Among the…
Read More » -
Safety milestone for Venetia from bold new approach
At the end of December 2023, De Beers’ Venetia Mine near Musina celebrated reaching 10,2 million Fatality Free shifts, a…
Read More » -
AES: branching out with energy plant and biomass optimisation in the timber sector
Large timber and paper companies have led the way when it comes to generating their own power using steam turbines.…
Read More »