By Sharon Mdaka NEW PHASE OF INTELLIGENT VENTILATION FOR MINE OPERATIONS As mines become more advanced, they use more power and still must lead safer production environments. A big part of safety remains ventilation, especially [...]
By Sharon Mdaka Why do strategic water treatment solutions for mines matter in 2026? […]
By Sharon Mdaka As safety regulations continue to evolve in South Africa, the effective implementation of safety technologies depends not only on the equipment itself but on how these systems are integrated into mine-wide risk [...]
By Heleen Tshibumbu, specialist journalist and technical writer How culture, infrastructure, skills and regulation determine whether technology survives the jump to production. […]
In the deep-level mining environments that characterise much of the South African gold and platinum sectors, the mine shaft is the jugular vein of the operation, carrying men, material and ore. Yet, for decades, the [...]
By Sharon Mdaka A statement of intent was made at the launch of SEW-EURODRIVE’s repair, service and training facility. It was more than the unveiling of a state-of-the-art facility. […]
Compiled by Sharon Mdaka, edited by Sharyn Macnamara Much commitment, research, collaboration and brass-tacks hard work have been invested in moving towards a goal of zero harm in mining operations, with particular focus on preventing [...]
Edited by Sharyn Macnamara The metallurgical processing industry thrives on efficiency and optimisation, writes Dr Nicolaas C Steenkamp. […]
Compiled by Sharyn Macnamara Without effective dust control, mining operations face increased health costs, higher equipment maintenance expenses, possible production downtime, significant regulatory penalties and potential damage to local ecosystems and reputation. Local experts share [...]
By Sharyn Macnamara Mboneni Ntsieni talks to Sharyn Macnamara about her role as senior process engineer at Multotec, her career highlights and looking to the future as a woman in mining. […]
