SA businesses are spending a fortune on generators. Vodacom recently revealed that since 2020, more than R4 billion has been spent on backup power …
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In response to a call for public comment the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA), representing 18 Employer Organisations, who collectively …
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ArmCoil and Schneider Electric have partnered to deliver SKID substations to a prominent mining group
ArmCoil Afrika, a local manufacturer of medium voltage (MV) AC motors and transformers, and Schneider Electric have partnered on the provision of a skid …
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The mining sector is urgently seeking ways to overcome reliance on the power grid
The mining industry in South Africa is a significant contributor to the country’s economy, employing over 450,000 people and accounting for 7.5% of the …
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SEIFSA loadshedding impact assessment on the metals and engineering sector
The energy crisis that is gripping South Africa presents the most significant risk and binding constraint to the economic prospects of the country. The …
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Variable speed drives (VSDs) form an integral part of mines today; it is an energy-optimised solution integrated into various mechanical components prevalent in today’s …
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South Africa’s manufacturing sector, which contributes around 14% to GDP, is still struggling to recover to pre-pandemic levels amidst persistently high levels of load …
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As metalworking industries develop, so do associated industries and products. One such industry is abrasive manufacturers, and it is expected that numerous new initiatives …
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Without an alternative power source, it is increasingly unlikely that businesses will survive South Africa’s electricity crisis. It was this harsh realisation that prompted …
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The ripple effect of South Africa’s loadshedding is well-publicised, impacting the entire user lifecycle, from large conglomerates to our own homes. Sadly, loadshedding has …
