Technology

Metso has signed an agreement to acquire peristaltic hose pump and progressive cavity pump technologies, as well as related aftermarket spare parts and service offering capabilities, from Valmet, a global technology leader in serving process industries. The acquisition strengthens Metso’s capabilities in slurry handling by broadening its portfolio with advanced …

Government targets 1,000km of upgraded railway and 2,300km of gravel roads converted to bitumen standard. Namibia is putting rail at the centre of its transport infrastructure strategy, committing N$952.1 million to the railway network in 2026/27 as government seeks to improve freight movement and strengthen the country’s position along regional …

With a manufacturing legacy rooted in South Africa and a presence that spans the globe, Dual Valves has established itself as a premium provider of abrasion-resistant slurry solutions. For decades, the company has focused on the engineering challenges of the mining and minerals processing industries, developing a robust portfolio of …

Why Water Quality Matters: Water sustains every form of life on our planet – from the smallest microorganism to entire ecosystems and human communities. Yet the quality of this vital resource is constantly threatened by pollution, industrial discharge, and agricultural runoff. Accurate and reliable water testing is essential to ensure …

Southern Africa’s industrial and mining growth is powering a sharp rise in demand for dependable portable energy. With sustainability and compliance at the forefront, businesses are seeking solutions that balance efficiency with environmental responsibility. Standing at the innovation forefront is Atlas Copco Power Technique, offering advanced generator technology and adaptable, …

When Good Oils Go Bad Part 4 By Steven Lumley, technical manager, WearCheck The fourth article in WearCheck’s “When Good Oils Go Bad” series takes an in-depth look at thermal breakdown. Stress – it’s something with which we’re all intimately familiar. It might be the printer jamming five minutes before …

For pumps and valves manufacturer KSB Pumps and Valves, keeping Africa’s mines, power stations and water utilities running depends less on manufacturing capacity than on knowing exactly where a spare part needs to be, before a customer even asks. The company’s dedicated service, maintenance and spare parts division, SupremeServe, holds …

Mining’s decarbonisation challenge is increasingly being tackled at the level of system design. For Weir, the path to lower emissions and reduced water use lies not in optimising individual pieces of equipment but in fundamentally rethinking how processing circuits are built. That philosophy is shaping the group’s broader strategy, where …

Swakop Technical Group (STG) and DELBA Electrical are proud to announce the formation of a new joint venture company, SWAKOP ARMATURE REWINDERS (SAR), combining local expertise, technical capability, and a shared commitment to service excellence. SAR has been established to support Namibia’s growing mining, industrial, and power generation sectors by …

Africa’s vast uranium deposits are transforming the continent into a critical battleground for global powers rushing to secure nuclear fuel. Driven by surging reactor demand, persistent supply-security anxieties, and a swelling wave of resource nationalism, international players are aggressively competing for access to the continent’s rich reserves. While Kazakhstan and …