In his presentation at the recent MESA Africa conference, Neels van der Walt – Business Development Manager at Iritron, revealed the all-encompassing concept of SMOM - Smart Mining Operations Management and why it’s inextricably linked to the future of worldwide mining operations....
20 March 2024: Referro Systems, a sales and distribution company specialising in the supply and support of industrial electrical, automation and global software and hardware brands, is now able to offer the Cubic product range of Cu-Flex flexible copper busbars....
19 March 2024: The CESA Infrastructure Indaba, currently underway in Cape Town, commenced with a profound call to action for sustainable infrastructure investment, emphasising the urgency of addressing global challenges, as articulated by Dr. Nelson Ogunshakin, CEO of the International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC)....
19 March 2024 – The first day of the Infrastructure Indaba, hosted by Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA), in Cape Town, kicked off with fervent discussions, aimed at steering the engineering landscape towards a future of resilience and sustainability. Leaders and experts from various sectors converged to deliberate on pressing issues and chart a course towards robust infrastructure development....
South Africa retains its status as the most unequal nation globally. While this assertion may appear unbelievable, it holds true when considering the Gini coefficient of 0.63 recorded in 2023. This metric serves as a persistent reminder of one of the real issues we face as a nation. Regrettably, our democratic institutions have yet to make substantial strides in addressing this issue of inequality. Upon reflecting on the foundational tenets of our Constitution, we acknowledge the historical injustices, that significantly underpin the current phenomenon of how inequality is experienced....
15 March 2024: Chris Campbell, CEO of Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA), emphasized the significance of the upcoming CESA Infrastructure Indaba, being held in Cape Town next week, stating: "As we navigate the complexities of infrastructure development, it is imperative to prioritise sustainability, innovation, and inclusivity. The Infrastructure Indaba serves as a platform to exchange ideas, share best practices, and drive positive change."...
15 March 2024 - The South African Institution of Civil Engineering’s (SAICE) annual National Intellectual Property (IP) Showdown, where leading universities across the country submit their top performing student’s final year research projects for evaluation in front of a team of eminent judges, recently took place at the SANLAM Auditorium, in Sandton....
14 March 2024 – It is with heavy hearts that we inform you of the passing of Louis de Waal, a distinguished figure within our community and a former president of SAICE. Louis passed away on Sunday, 10th March 2024 at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable contributions in the field of engineering, particularly in transport infrastructure....
Against some dismal economic fundamentals that particularly affect South Africa’s mining industry - a traditional target of Iritron’s electrical, instrumentation, control systems and decision support systems expertise - the company reports on some bright spots amongst the economic gloom....
8 March 2024: The Minister of Water and Sanitation (DWS) Senzo Mchunu has initiated the construction phase of the raising of Kempsdale Dam wall and construction of a pump station, during a visit to the Harry Gwala District Municipality, on 8 March 2024. ...