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Construction and mining fleet owners were able to experience the real-world power of electric earthmoving machines at a special event hosted by ELB Equipment to demonstrate the capabilities and seamless integration of the machines into their fleets. ELB Equipment is among the first major suppliers to launch multiple models of its electric LiuGong wheel loaders with the first three models launched already in operation at some of its customers’ sites.

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Liebherr-Africa has reinforced its earthmoving equipment offering with the introduction of the R 992 crawler excavator, a next-generation 92-tonne (t) machine designed to deliver greater productivity, improved fuel efficiency and enhanced durability for mining and quarrying applications. Replacing the previous R 976, the R 992 forms part of Liebherr's latest crawler excavator range first unveiled at Bauma 2022.

By Chetan Vanmali, partner, Amanda Nkwanyana, partner and Pérez Pillay, associate at Webber Wentzel Businesses claiming diesel refunds may be inclined to view the South African Revenue Service’s (SARS) new diesel refund registration system as little more than an administrative change. However, the reforms signal a far more fundamental shift.

As governments, rail operators and technology providers prepare to meet at the Southern African Railways Association (SARA) Conference from 20 to 23 October, one theme is likely to dominate discussions: how to build rail networks that are more reliable, resilient and fit for the region’s long-term economic ambitions.

Vögele has upgraded its special paver with the new SUPER 1800-5 X SprayJet, offering a spray width of up to 8,25 m, precise dosing of small quantities of emulsion and an optional heater for residual emulsion. Dash 5 technologies also deliver greater operating comfort, shorter setup times and increased automation. Wide range of applications Spray pavers apply bitumen emulsion and asphalt surface courses in a single pass, creating an optimal bond between layers while saving time, material and costs.

Circularity was once framed mainly as an environmental imperative, but it is no longer just about sustainability. In addition to reducing industrial emissions, cutting waste and saving valuable, dwindling resources, circularity can strengthen resilience, grow businesses and economies, drive competitiveness and create jobs. It is no longer about simply doing less harm; it is about doing better business. Supply chain leaders are integral to the transition to a circular economy.

Details Juanita Pienaar spoke with Rinus Botha, National Sales Manager at Screenex, about how screening systems are evolving beyond the panel itself, with installation, maintenance, application knowledge and system design increasingly influencing plant performance. The bigger picture A screening panel may be the component operators see most readily, but it is only one part of a system that has to work together under demanding conditions.

Details Juanita Pienaar spoke with Denzyl Macauley, Screening Support Manager at Multotec, about the screening challenges facing mineral processors and the growing focus on fit-for-purpose solutions, safer maintenance and total cost of ownership. Tackling the screening bottlenecks Screening performance can have a significant impact on the efficiency of an entire mineral-processing circuit.

Juanita Pienaar spoke with Deepak Pandit, Keestrack (Country Manager – eTrack, Area Sales Manager for the Middle East, SAARC, South and East Africa, and Head – Global Application Support), about the growing demand for mobile crushing and screening equipment in Africa, the shift towards electrification and the importance of looking beyond purchase price to the real cost of production.