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Engineering News stands out as South Africa's leading weekly publication for real economy insights, focusing on projects, products, policies, key figures, and advancements in technology and economics. It spans various sectors, including agroprocessing and information technology. Every week, 11,168 copies are distributed, reaching an audience of 61,424 readers.

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Smart pneumatics lowers downtime, energy use

5 days ago | engineeringnews.co.za | Devina Haripersad

Local manufacturers are increasingly adopting smart pneumatics to modernise operations, reduce unplanned downtime and improve energy efficiency, says fluid control systems manufacturer Bürkert. Consequently, the company has launched two new products for the South African and broader African market – the valve island Type 8652 AirLINE and the field device Type 8653 AirLINE Field.
Smart hydraulics improve energy efficiency, durability

5 days ago | engineeringnews.co.za | Devina Haripersad

Energy efficiency is becoming an increasingly important consideration in the design of fluid power systems. In response, the hydraulic tooling systems of specialised fastening systems distributor Avlock International incorporate a power-saving mode that activates after 15 seconds of inactivity, thereby reducing unnecessary power consumption. This feature not only helps conserve energy but also helps extend equipment life, says Avlock MD Tommy Holmes.
New tech addresses labour gaps, sustainability

5 days ago | engineeringnews.co.za | Devina Haripersad

Labour shortages and sustainability are the two major trends shaping the future of hydraulics and pneumatics in Africa, says fluid control solutions supplier Danfoss.
Clean hydraulic fluids emerging as a key efficiency enabler

5 days ago | engineeringnews.co.za | Devina Haripersad

Advanced lubricants are playing an increasingly important role in supporting industrial efficiency and enhancing equipment reliability, lubricant distributor Atlas Oil reports. The South African company said that it is actively working to raise awareness across the transport, construction, mining and manufacturing sectors regarding the long-term benefits of adopting high-performance hydraulic fluids.
Greencoat Renewables lists on AltX, opens access to pan-European green energy portfolio

1 week ago | engineeringnews.co.za | Devina Haripersad

European renewable energy infrastructure asset owner and operator Greencoat Renewables (GRP) officially listed on the AltX of the JSE on June 9. This is a secondary listing for the company, which is already listed on the LSE’s Aim and the Euronext Growth Market in Dublin. GRP has a diversified portfolio of wind, solar and battery storage assets across several European jurisdictions. It is managed by specialist renewables investment manager Schroders Greencoat.
Government, mining simply must find common pull-together direction – and quickly

1 week ago | engineeringnews.co.za | Martin Creamer

Last week’s Junior Indaba was a clear indication the South African government and its mining industry have still not found a single direction in which to pull together – and it is absolutely essential for economic growth and job creation that they do so. After talking in public and in private over such a long time, it is inexcusable that the South African economy is still being deprived of getting the best outcome from its substantial minerals endowment.
Platinum jewellery, investment strong in China, platinum bar sales launched on TikTok

1 week ago | engineeringnews.co.za | Martin Creamer

A leading branded jewellery retailer in Beijing is including platinum investment bars in its offering amid platinum bar sales being launched on TikTok for the first time by a World Platinum Investment Council (WPIC) partner. Chinese buying of platinum investment bars smaller than 500 g have grown 140% year-on-year to a record 31 000 oz, with overall first-quarter bar and coin demand up 17% to 70 000 oz.
Jubilee disposing of South Africa assets to fixate on more alluring Zambia opportunities

1 week ago | engineeringnews.co.za | Martin Creamer

JOHANNESBURG (miningweekly.com) – Diversified mining company Jubilee Metals has decided to dispose of its chrome and platinum group metals (PGM) business in South Africa to focus fully on Zambia, where the directors believe there are material opportunities to deliver growth at the existing sites by expanding the portfolio of copper producing assets.
Keaney report shows challenges, opportunities for South Africa

2 weeks ago | engineeringnews.co.za | Tasneem Bulbulia

The global economy is heading into uncharted territory, global consulting partnership Kearney’s ‘Global Economic Outlook 2025-2027’ report shows. The report investigates the world adjusting to fragmentation, rising geopolitical tension and economic policy uncertainty, which are set to shape growth prospects over the next three years.
Redefine signs wheeling agreement with NOA

2 weeks ago | engineeringnews.co.za | Tasneem Bulbulia

JSE-listed Property group Redefine Properties has signed a renewable energy supply agreement with integrated renewable energy utility NOA to support its decarbonisation efforts through wheeling, while also enabling energy cost savings. The agreement is expected to meet a significant portion of Redefine’s total Eskom-connected electricity requirements from renewable energy sources.