Features
In-depth features exploring critical mining topics—from sustainability and community impact to evolving strategies in the industry.
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How approaches to wire rope lubrication are shifting in South Africa
The approaches to wire rope lubrication have shifted in recent years, largely due to important technological advances to improve the…
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The power of a proper warranty
The real rockstar carries a real warranty, and when properly executed, has the potential to revolutionise customer relationships. It not…
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Low fugitive emissions valves for mining projects
As low-fugitive emission valves are used in critical applications, it is important to select products with correct specifications. And so,…
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Tackling payment fraud head-on in South Africa’s mining and construction industries
As one of the top ten mining countries in the world, South Africa’s economy relies heavily on this industry as…
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Planning is key to effective materials handling
Equipment selection is a major consideration in the movement of items in various processes and throughout the supply chain and…
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AI needed to unlock treasure trove of mining data
Artificial intelligence was a vital tool to transform the tsunami of data in modern mining operations into ore body knowledge…
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Determining drinking water safety is essential
Access to safe drinking water is a privilege not shared by many in Africa. Often, drinking water is contaminated –…
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Virtual reality-based training simulation
The Boiler Room understands that mining companies have embraced virtual reality technology and simulations as a transformative technology that enhances…
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Scalable satellite data service for mine tailings dam monitoring
The team at GeoTerraImage (GTI) recommend the use of scalable satellite data services for tracking activities at to assist in…
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Transforming South Africa’s mining industry through specialist training providers
By Jacques Farmer, Managing Director at PRISMA Training Solutions As mining operations transition to modern methods, it is crucial to…
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