Zinc-based batteries are a new energy storage and conversion technology with significant potential for renewable energy applications, says Simon Norton, International Zinc Association (IZA) Africa Executive Director. The technology has attracted attention due to its high theoretical energy density, safety, abundant resources, environmental friendliness, and low cost. This is according […]
Australian mining billionaire Andrew Forrest warned he “can’t wait forever” to seal a deal with the Democratic Republic of Congo for a hydropower and green hydrogen project that would be the biggest investment in Africa yet. The proposed development on the Congo River would produce at least 40 gigawatts of […]
Rain Bird has added a new IC model to its Golf Solenoid Valve Series product line. This new model provides the many benefits of GSV Series Valves to courses currently using the Rain Bird IC System, which connects irrigation central control directly to every rotor and valve for optimal water […]
South Africa’s relatively young macadamia industry has a long way to go to establish optimal farming practices and efficiencies. However, with nut prices falling, producers need to focus on cost savings that will balance inputs with output. Lindi Botha reports on key areas that macadamia farmers should be paying attention […]
The recent sharp decline in food inflation is obviously good news for cash-strapped consumers, but bad news for the agriculture sector. The Bureau for Food and Agricultural Policy (BFAP) stated in its recently released Food Inflation Brief that although food inflation was still high, its sharp decline in May from recent months […]
In yet another devastating blow for KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), a tornado ripped through parts of Durban on the afternoon of 27 June, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The tornado touched down in Bhambayi and affected the Phoenix, KwaMashu, and Inanda areas with reports indicating that one person has […]
The latest crop production forecast shows an increase in maize yield, mostly attributed to favourable weather conditions that boosted the crop towards the end of summer. The latest forecast by the Crop Estimates Committee (CEC) released yesterday set the size of the expected commercial maize crop at 16,35 million tons, 1,02% […]
Earlier this year Epiroc and SSAB announced a further expansion of their partnership to secure fossil-free steel for use in the production of Epiroc’s mining equipment. Since then, the two companies have expanded their collaboration into also exploring the possibilities to use fossil-free steel when manufacturing spare parts and components […]
SKF’s new LGNL 2 is a mineral oil-based, anhydrous calcium soap-thickened industrial bearing grease that is highly suited for high load applications. The grease smartly combines the superior water resistance and mechanical stability of lithium greases with the economic advantages of a calcium-based thickener. This ability to offer the best […]
Atlas Copco Power Technique supports its portable range of generators, air compressors, light towers, pumps and hand-held tools with several online solutions that enable customers, with the click of a button, to connect with their machines and equipment, access essential product information and make online purchases 24/7. The online platforms, […]