Off-highway Equipment Lubrication
When it comes to heavy-duty machinery and off-highway equipment, every second of downtime due to maintenance can translate into significant losses in productivity and revenue. Recognising this challenge, Fuchs has an Oil Chooser function on its website that allows customers to easily and quickly search for and select the correct engine oil, transmission oil or […]
Crane Alignment and Rail Analysis
When cranes suffer from premature wheel wear, rail wear, structural component failures, crane noise, bad positioning or drive faults it is usually the result of incorrect crane geometry. Konecranes’ CraneQ Geometric Survey and RailQ 3D Runway Survey assist in finding the cause of these symptoms so that major problems and costly downtime can be avoided. […]
Solidifying Branch Infrastructure
Solid demand growth has led Tru-Trac to upgrade and expand its facilities at Richards Bay and Middelburg. “These strategic expansions are part of enhancing our branch infrastructure across major mining regions in South Africa,” says Guy Fitt, Tru-Trac’s National Sales Manager. “We are intensifying our direct support to customers in various ways including product supply, […]
Rigorous Tyres for Mining and Construction
Continental has announced its most recent Original Equipment approval of the RDT-Master off-the-road (OTR) tyre for use on Caterpillar’s off-highway truck machine models globally. Customers can thus specify their off-highway truck models with Continental RDT-Master tyres ex works. These tyres have been designed to meet the rigorous demands of construction and mining operations. Facing the […]
Eccentric Roll Crusher
The energy-intensive nature of comminution processes has led to FLSmidth’s efforts to develop more energy efficient equipment. One such technology is the patented Eccentric Roll Crusher (ERC) which, through its innovative design, not only reduces energy consumption in the primary crushing of hard rock, but also offers increased throughput and reduced wear. Ideally suited for […]
OEM’s Used Equipment Platform
Liebherr, in collaboration with Krank technology, has announced the launch of its own hosted digital platform, the Used Equipment Marketplace, specifically tailored for selected product segments. This initiative is a first for a major global OEM and marks a significant advance in the disposal of used equipment, focusing on construction and material handling machines. The […]
Pulley in AR Steel
Superior Industries, a US-based manufacturer and global supplier of bulk material processing and handling systems, is now offering its newly-redesigned Chevron Pulley in abrasion resistant (AR) steel. According to the conveyor components manufacturer, the use of abrasion resistant steel in manufacturing of conveyor pulleys enhances their durability, especially in applications handling aggressively wearing bulk materials. […]
Mini Cranes Added to Portfolio
SkyJacks has been appointed as the exclusive dealer for Jekko products in South Africa.The company’s extensive portfolio includes suspended access platforms, aerial work platforms, telehandlers, and construction hoists, backed by a commitment to excellence in product quality and customer service. The partnership between Jekko and SkyJacks signifies a shared dedication to delivering reliable and efficient […]
‘Moves What Matters’ Rebranding
‘Konecranes Moves What Matters’ is the newly launched branding for Konecranes, a global leader in the manufacture of materials handling equipment. With an eye on their future strategic growth ambitions, the company undertook a rebranding that would be representative of their values, services, technical expertise and the positive impact they play throughout the industries they […]
Performance with Scientific Precision
Mines are constantly seeking solutions that not only enhance operational effectiveness but also ensure environmental compliance and safety. Weba Chute Systems has emerged as a leader in this space, offering a scientifically-backed approach to measuring the performance improvements of their custom-engineered chute systems, ensuring customers can witness firsthand the reduction in total cost of ownership. […]
