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AngloGold Ashanti and Gold Fields pause proposed Ghana joint venture discussions
The decision to pause the JV discussions is primarily influenced by recent changes in AngloGold Ashanti’s standalone mine plan for Iduapriem.
Sisi Safety Wear steps up with locally manufactured, women-specific Fuse Safety Boot for tough industrial environments
The Fuse Boot represents a growing recognition within South Africa’s high-risk industries of the importance of PPE designed specifically for women.
Collaborative, integrated solutions from SKF boost production for prominent mining operation in Zambia
The scope of work also called for three off 248/1800 bearings and the design of new feed end (FE) and discharge end (DE) housings.
Caterpillar’s new 330 UHD combines two Machines in one versatile solution
To optimize its utilization with the retrofit boom, it is also configured with up-to-date technology such as Cat Payload, Cat 2D Grade control system and Cat 2D E-fence.
EasyGrinder Boosts Production at Amtenbrink and Replaces Three Temporary Workers
The EasyGrinder’s capabilities were especially evident in a batch of 400 components, each weighing 50 kg, requiring dot-peening before delivery.
GF wins Red Dot Design Award for its Uponor FastGuard cable protection solution
Uponor FastGuard is a versatile and efficient cable protection solution made of polypropylene. Source: GF
Case expands product range with new machines and advanced tech
“With the latest round of innovation, we’re leveraging more advanced technology to deliver smarter machines that make construction contractors, utility teams and municipal crews more precise, efficient and productive on the job.”
Mogalakwena mine boosts wear life of Weir Warman pumps
Testing was conducted on a Warman MCR® 450 slurry pump at the North Concentrator to improve sleeve and packing wear life under conditions of contaminated or sub-optimal flush water.
Waterjet cutting, discerning what’s true or false
A waterjet is a versatile cutting technology that can be used to cut all kinds of metals without a heat-affected zone. The addition of the right cutting head also allows for clean-cut edges and bevels.