Millions of Johannesburg residents face a critical water shortage, raising concerns about the city’s long-term water security. While Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda recently unveiled a comprehensive water security strategy, Dr Andrew Dickson, Engineering Executive at CBI-electric: low voltage, believes that a crucial aspect is missing – saving electricity. “Electricity disruptions are […]
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There is no space for complacency when it comes to solar photovoltaic (PV) panels. While they may all look alike, there is something very important you need to know before buying and installing your PV system, says lighting specialist Radiant. “Monocrystalline silicone panels are the new standard. We are constantly […]
The World Bank defines poverty as ‘a lack of shelter, being sick and not being able to get medical care, not having access to school, not having a job, fear for the future, hunger and trying to survive day-to-day.’ Adding to this grim picture is the plight of many impoverished […]
Many industries operate a variety of belt-driven machinery such as HVAC equipment, milling machines, compressors and camshafts. The accurate alignment of belt and chain drives, while seemingly a fairly insignificant task, can in fact make a considerable contribution to a plant’s overall production levels and subsequent profitability. Precise alignment will […]
The enforcement of South Africa’s carbon tax is adding to the focus by mines and industry on greenhouse gas emissions, raising the interest in the potential for converting methane into energy. According to Vis Reddy, chairman of SRK Consulting in South Africa, the company’s established expertise in air quality management […]
It is heartening to see a growing trend in the warehousing and logistics sector for more eco-friendly operations that minimise harm to the environment. As sustainability becomes increasingly important, there is a shift to replace traditional combustion engine forklift trucks with highly efficient, eco-friendly electric forklifts. “The investment in electric […]
Over the past 50 years, Rand Air has led the local rental industry in the supply of a wide range of portable equipment including diesel and electric air compressors, generators, light towers, pumps and steam boilers. The rental specialist is intensifying its focus on pumps to meet the growing need […]
Product Category Rules (PCR) for the bearing industry, initiated and driven by SKF, have been approved by The International EPD System. This will enable bearing purchasers to make more informed and sustainable choices, while also promoting greater transparency and accountability in the product supply chain. Initiated by SKF and following […]
A bearing Remanufacturing solution offered by SKF Authorised Distributer, Bearings 2000, in collaboration with the SKF Circular Economy Centre, is delivering significant monetary savings for a key customer while also contributing to a greener planet. When the customer, a prominent stakeholder in the Western Cape food & beverage industry, required […]
Conceptainer – specialists in the design and local manufacture of labelling, packaging, transport and storage solutions – has developed solutions to protect product integrity and for efficient handling, stacking and storage. Conceptainer’s extensive range of products includes Tellap pallet-free bulk bags, collapsible thrift bins, stillage boxes, label holders, Polypropylene repair […]