The kilns are firing again—and with them, the economic hopes of a community. In the quiet town of Lobatse, southern Botswana, a decades-old industrial landmark is undergoing a remarkable renaissance. Lobatse Clay Works (LCW), a brick manufacturer that was once the cornerstone of Botswana’s construction industry, has been resurrected owing toContinue Reading
Komatsu has confirmed a partnership with Ouster, which will provide lidar sensors for Komatsu’s autonomous equipment offerings. It is understood that the companies have signed a multi-million dollar agreement. Under this agreement between Komatsu and Ouster, Komatsu’s autonomous solutions will be equipped with advanced 3D digital lidar sensors from Ouster.Continue Reading
Fischer Connectors, the global leader in high-performance connectivity solutions, has brought its worldrenownedSwiss engineering expertise to the universal USB-C standard. The Fischer UltiMate™ Series, thecompany’s flagship range for harsh environments, now includes a pre-cabled USB-C connector equippedwith Fischer Connectors’ new Ratchet Locking System (RLS). This connector provides unmatchedresistance to vibrationContinue Reading
Terex Recycling Systems has launched the TDS-820SE, a static electric low speed primary shredder designed for a range of applications including construction and demolition (C&D) waste, commercial and industrial (C&I) waste, wood waste, green waste, POPs, bulky waste, and municipal solid waste (MSW). The TDS-820SE features twin shafts with fullyContinue Reading
Hyundai Construction Equipment and Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, have announced the availability of the Leica MC1 3D machine guidance system as a retrofit option for the Next Generation of Hyundai excavators, specifically engineered to work seamlessly with Hyundai’s existing 2D sensors and calibration systems. This partnership underscores a shared commitmentContinue Reading
AfriSam’s Rapid Hard Cement is a product that transformed the construction industry with its unique characteristics and unparalleled benefits. Designed for projects requiring high early strength, AfriSam Rapid Hard Cement is engineered to significantly accelerate product manufacturing timelines. The locally produced cement boasts superior early strength, making it ideal forContinue Reading
Poor quoting practices and guesswork are eating into construction contractor profits and potentially leading to inferior construction and negative customer experience. This is according to Graham Alexander, Founder and Director at buildaid.co.za, who recently presented a workshop on How to Quote for members of the Master Builders’ Association (MBA) North. AlexanderContinue Reading
In a collaborative effort, SKF South Africa and its Authorised Distributor, Bolt & Engineering Distributors (Group) Klerksdorp, successfully remanufactured a double-row tapered roller bearing (TRB) assembly for a vertical mill within a two-week timeframe, offering the customer a cost-effective 50% cost-saving alternative which keeps the plant operational while they awaitContinue Reading
SA Rugby and AfriSam, a leading provider of cement and concrete solutions, have renewed their partnership, which includes sponsorship of the Springboks and an expanded collaboration with South Africa’s other national rugby teams. As the official cement and concrete sponsor, AfriSam will now support not only the world-champion Springboks butContinue Reading
The New Generation of Articulated Haulers has launched in Asia, in line with the company’s “Our EDGE to Success” strategy, which emphasises the company’s dedication to customer success through high-performance products, top-tier services, and a reliable distribution network. This latest lineup is being introduced in markets across Southeast Asia, Japan,Continue Reading
