New traction transformers for rail networks
ZEST WEG is to supply specialised traction transformers for new substations serving rail lines in Gauteng and the Western Cape.
According to Dillon Govender, sector...
New energy amendments open up new markets for IPP’s
THE amendment to schedule 2 of South Africa’s Electricity Regulation Act, which was recently gazetted, raises the threshold for self- or distributed-generation power plants...
USi®-safety Ultrasonic Sensor System for Safe Applications in Challenging Environments
Pepperl+Fuchs - USi®-safety Ultrasonic Sensor System for Safe Applications in Challenging Environments -The USi®-safety is the world's only ultrasonic sensor system for safety applications...
The Ultimate Solution to Africa’s Strategy Execution
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Africa Strategy Execution Conference to assemble business dignitaries who will share their vast experiences in navigating strategic complexities in top African companies.
The Africa Strategy Execution Conference has...
JCB unveils compact tailswing sister to 220X
THE new JCB 245XR crawler excavator shares many of the features of the established 220X except that is has a reduced rear swing radius of just 1720mm.
This makes...
Ship building maintenance
THE cost of docking a vessel or ship for repairs is extremely expensive. Not only are the docking (layup) fees to be considered, but...
Kwikspace announces shareholder buyout
KWIKSPACE, Africa’s largest supplier of manufactured and rented prefabricated buildings, has been purchased by private equity company AIH Limited, effective 1 September 2021. AIH...
Pumps offer brewer increased efficiency and savings
THE installation of Grundfos pumps and related equipment as part of an international beer brewer’s expansion in Gauteng highlights a common commitment to water...
‘Mathmobile’ donation aims to improve numeracy
SUBARU Southern Africa has teamed up with South African NGO The International Math Club Alliance (TIMCA) to improve numeracy and mathematical competence in under-privileged...
Tip a hat to Bowler
IF the disruptions caused by the prolonged Covid-19 pandemic was the only thing Ottery-based plastics packaging specialist Bowler Metcalf had to endure...
The group in...
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By Larry Claasen
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