360-Degree Safety System
Mammoet is working with Rietveld, a specialist in fleet management and vehicle and machine safety systems, on a joint project to protect drivers and road users when mobile cranes are moving and maneuvering. The project combines three different safety technologies and was commissioned by Mammoet to support its customers to meet stricter safety regulations. Testing […]
Live Testing of Large Equipment
While essential to effective maintenance, the live testing of mining vehicles and equipment can be hazardous and time consuming but this has all changed with the SafeGauge range of digital testing systems. Developed in Australia, SafeGauge is now distributed in South Africa by Booyco Electronics, known for its leading role in promoting safety on mines […]
Collision Avoidance Systems (CAS) Integral to Mine Safety
Putting safe distance between people and the range of mobile equipment on surface mines, from off-road dump trucks to excavators and loaders, CAS have become integral to mining safety. Underpinning the success of CAS has been years of intensive research and development, says Booyco Electronics CEO, Anton Lourens. This work has actively embraced various new […]
Complacency is the Enemy of Safety
An alarming drop in company leaders participating in health and safety related activities has been noted by surface mining industry association, ASPASA, which it sees as a significant threat to miners’ wellbeing. In every mine the senior leader of each unit and the company’s directors are ultimately responsible for providing the leadership, systems and processes […]
Enhancing safety with curtains
According to statistics, a significant number of forklift fatalities occur within manufacturing facilities. While driver education on the correct operation of forklift trucks is a primary goal in reducing this risk, other elements also come into play. Wim Dessing, sales executive of Apex Strip Curtains & Doors, says that accidents can occur at entry and […]
Going Nuclear with a Touch of Asbestos
A critical aspect of the removal of industrial, chemical, and mining plants is dealing with any hazardous materials present on-site in a responsible and cost-effective manner, while complying with all applicable regulations.Jet Demolition has carried out such projects under extremely demanding conditions, including radioactive decontamination according to IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) and NNR (National […]
Effective FIRE suppression
Sandvik Eclipse Fire Suppression Systems are contributing to an enviable fire safety record at the Ambatovy Nickel Mine in Madagascar, one of the biggest nickel mines in the world. With several mobile machines, as well as other risk areas protected by these systems, the mine has not lost plant equipment nor exposed onsite workers to […]
Improving road safety
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has launched a five-year pilot project to run a 44-pallet Performance-Based Standard (PBS) trailer between Bloemfontein and Upington. The launch took place at Gutsche Plant, in Hamilton, Bloemfontein. The PBS trailer is 27.9 metres long and can transport 44 pallets, compared with a conventional 30-pallet trailer. This truck is expected […]
From all Angles and Directions
A unique service whereby lifting machines and lifting tackle are examined and tested on-site, gives clients the assurance that they comply fully with all regulatory requirements, as well as ensuring the safety of all personnel. The newly-established Mandirk Lifting, is part of the Mandirk Group, a specialist supplier of engineering tools and equipment for Maintenance, […]
Keeping drivers safe
MiX Telematics will be providing an earthmoving equipment provider with a telematics solution to help improve the efficiency of their vehicles and the safety of their customers’ drivers. Operating across South Africa, the company needed 418 of its earthmoving vehicles to be fitted with a reputable telematics solution allowing their customers an accurate view of […]
