Opening of New Idler Manufacturing Facility
PROK opens new South African conveyor idler manufacturing facility, boosting mining and bulk materials handling capability across Africa.
Fifty Years and Going Strong
Condra crowns Heavy Duty Lifting’s 48-year-old, 10-ton double-girder crane as the oldest still-working Condra crane found.
Line of Defence for Lifting Infrastructure
International Zinc Association explains how zinc’s barrier and electrochemical protection safeguards wire rope in corrosive mining environments.
Ship Loader Productivity
South African Bulk Terminals improves ship loader cable management with a 140m igus Energy Chain, carrying 11kV power, control and fibre optic cables.
Crane Manufacture in a Single Factory
Condra reaffirms its Western Cape commitment as BB Cranes closes, with crane and hoist sales and support transitioning to Blue Cranes of Killarney Gardens.
Engineered for Lifting Gear Applications
BMG’s Nord Maxxdrive IGUs combine gear units, high-efficiency motors and drive electronics, giving crane manufacturers a single-source coordinated drive solution.
Crane Maintenance to Cost Less
Condra introduces remote crane diagnostics and on-screen repair assistance for isolated sites across Africa, Saudi Arabia, Peru, Chile and Mauritius.
Reliability of Scraper Chains
BMG launches a new generation Fenner scraper chain precision-forged from high-performance alloy for superior strength and reliability in demanding applications.
Belt Lifter Product Line Expanded
Asgco’s new belt lifter safely raises conveyor belts from 1 200 to 1 800 mm engineered for strength, stability and safer maintenance on larger systems.
Crane Company Founder’s Odyssey to Africa
In 1959, Sepp Kleiner cycled across Africa to start a new life and a crane company. Condra marks its diamond jubilee on 24 June 2025.
