BMG’s Bearings division has expanded its Timken product offering to include split cylindrical hanger units, engineered for screw conveyor shafts operating in demanding environments. These robust units deliver reliable performance under continuous load, heavy contamination and high mechanical stress in bulk material handling applications. “Screw conveyors that operate in arduous […]
BMG has extended its power transmission portfolio to include Regal Rexnord Autogard torque limiters, which have been developed to protect machinery and enhance safety in demanding environments. Autogard torque limiters provide mechanical protection for drive systems in many industries, including mining and quarrying, that operate under uneven torque loads, shock […]
HPE Africa’s Hyundai HX300SL crawler excavators are robust and versatile machines, designed to deliver dependable performance in many demanding industries, including construction, mining, quarrying and earthmoving applications. Built on Hyundai’s HX series, HX300SL excavators have been engineered to enhance productivity, durability and fuel efficiency. The main design focus of these […]
BMG – specialists in the supply and support of engineering solutions – has expanded its service to businesses operating in remote areas in the Eastern Cape, with the launch of a new mobile sales and support initiative. “Toolbox on the Move” brings products, technical expertise and on-site support directly to […]
As fuel prices increase again this April, South African businesses are being forced to confront a familiar challenge. Rising operational costs across their supply chains. However, according to Bidvest International Logistics, the real risk lies not in the increase itself, but in how businesses respond to it. Fuel price hikes […]
In a major move, Chery South Africa has officially confirmed plans to invest in a local manufacturing plant. This announcement was made at the 6th annual South Africa Investment Conference (SAIC 2026) in Johannesburg. “This investment is a vote of confidence in South Africa and a direct result of the […]
For the road freight industry – the daily basic diesel cost rose by 32,5% today. That’s an increase of 32,5% of a basic cost input that is between 35% and 55% – depending on the vehicle type used, routes used, congestion, working conditions and fuel consumption. Whilst not being raised […]
The South African Freight and Logistics Association (SAFLA) notes the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources’ confirmation of significant fuel price increases effective 1 April 2026, alongside short-term tax relief measures, announced with National Treasury. On 31 March 2026, the Department confirmed sharp April fuel hikes driven by a surge […]
FAW Trucks Southern Africa has launched the new J7 heavy-duty performance truck tractor – its newest premium flagship model purpose-built for the realities of long-haul transport, fleet productivity, safety and operator comfort in demanding African conditions. Engineered for long-distance efficiency, reliability and safety, the J7’s extensive technical and design enhancements […]
As geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to disrupt key global trade routes, Exporters Western Cape (EWC) says the Cape of Good Hope is once again becoming a viable alternative for international shipping, but warns that South Africa must act quickly to turn this into a sustained advantage. EWC […]