From the Chairman’s Desk
Beltcon 22 is gearing up for what promises to be a very interesting conference this year. Technical papers are under review and promise a wealth of information to the conveying industry. As usual, speakers are drawn from around the world together with our own home-grown experts with big names like Craig Wheeler, Andrew Jennings, Dave Pitcher, […]
Overhead Crane for Millhouse
Condra is to manufacture a second overhead crane for Tongaat Hulett’s Maidstone sugar mill, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The order is for a 23-metre-span double‑girder electric overhead travelling crane with 25-ton main hoist and 8-ton auxiliary, to work in conjunction with the existing millhouse crane and a 10-ton Condra crane commissioned in the bagasse store in […]
Dreams and Goals Achieved in Chicago
A team of six employees and family members from global bulk handling solutions provider, Martin Engineering, spent months of training and discipline to prepare for the 2024 Chicago Marathon to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Sparked by a close friendship that started in South Africa 24 years ago, the team turned aspiration into a […]
Flexible and Efficient Hoist Series
Konecranes has launched the new Konecranes D-Series electric chain hoist, designed to meet the demands of industries that require high-performance lifting equipment. With its robust construction, advanced safety features and compact design, this series is engineered to prioritise safety, boost productivity and deliver long-term reliability across a wide variety of industrial applications. Initially available in […]
Master Distributor for the UK
Tru-Trac has appointed Brec Ltd as its exclusive master distributor in the United Kingdom. This partnership will provide UK-based industries with direct access to Tru-Trac’s advanced belt tracking solutions, supported by local expertise and service. Since 1995, Tru-Trac have been widely used in mining and bulk material handling industries to address belt misalignment challenges effectively. […]
Electric Wire Rope Hoists
Becker Mining SA’s Kito RX electric wire rope hoists, launched in Africa two years ago, play a critical role in many industries, including mining, construction, shipbuilding, food, beverage and pharmaceutical processing, manufacturing and general industry, as well as in chemical and petrochemical plants and the wind power sector. “The addition of Kito electric wire rope […]
Bespoke Transfer Systems
Efficient material transfer is a critical component of any materials handling operation, regardless of the commodity being moved. Whether handling coal, minerals, aggregates or other bulk materials, achieving seamless transfer is essential for boosting productivity, minimising costs and maintaining operational safety. In materials handling operations, issues such as dust generation, spillage, material degradation and equipment […]
Lubrication for Mobile Cranes
Hydraulic systems are at the heart of mobile crane functionality. Whether the crane is lifting, extending, or moving, the hydraulic oil ensures that the machine operates smoothly. The correct hydraulic fluid helps prevent stuttering, maintains consistent pressure, and reduces wear and tear, all of which are essential to avoid costly downtime. Mobile cranes are equipped […]
From the Chairman’s Desk
As always, education and training remains one of the CMA’s top priorities. As part of our focus on upskilling, we are running the following two courses this year: Bulk Handling Chute Seminar (13 – 15 May 2025) and the Diploma in Design & Operations of Belt Conveyors (5 – 12 May and 6 – 13 […]
Namakwa Sands Crane Order
Tronox Mineral Sands has ordered a 35/12,5-ton Condra crane for mill maintenance at the Namakwa Sands East OFS Project, Brand-se-Baai, 385 kilometres north of Cape Town. The company has also ordered two Condra hoists with capacities of 5 and 7,5 tons for the mill discharge and run‑of-mine stockpile. East OFS is being developed to allow […]
