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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Detecting Wire Rope Flaws
Being able to detect wire rope flaws instantly, in real-time and in a portable fashion can make a significant difference for operational teams, allowing them to quickly address an issue before it escalates and requires more expensive and time-consuming maintenance. Lubrication Engineers (LE) SA’s MD, Colin Ford, says that he has seen a number of […]
Boatbuilding Crane Sets New Record
BB Cranes is to manufacture its first 30-metre-span overhead crane, a record for this Cape Town-based company and the direct result of improved manufacturing capabilities and a recently expanded factory floor. The wide-span double-girder electric overhead travelling crane is one of six ordered by boatbuilders Robertson and Caine, the largest manufacturer of catamarans in the […]
Safe and Accurate Lifting Experience
The recently-launched X-Series crane from Konecranes delivers an enhanced operational usability through its stepless control and Smart features. It also offers a safer and more accurate lifting experience, while the new ergonomically designed Canman radio, with an integrated display, gives the operator free movement and helpful information at their fingertips. “We embrace the Industry 4.0 […]
Order for Overhead Range
Order for Overhead Range Scania, renowned for its premium trucks, is enhancing its presence in Southern Africa with a new facility in Aeroton. To support their high production requirements, Scania SA has placed an order with RGM Cranes for a range of overhead cranes to be installed by mid-January 2025. Christian Håkansson, head of production […]
Largest Floating Crane in the Middle East and Africa
Drydocks World, Dubai, signed a contract last month with Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries (ZPMC) to fabricate a new generation 5 000 tonne Floating Sheerleg Crane, which will be the largest of its type in the Middle East and Africa. The design, construction, testing, and commissioning phase is expected to take approximately 24 months, with completion scheduled […]
