Zero harm in mining is achievable – Minerals Council
The Minerals Council South Africa and its members are continuously promoting and enhancing their interventions to eliminate fatalities, injuries and […]
February 5, 2025
Keeping HVAC systems running for less
As part of its continuous innovation strategy, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) specialist Booyco Engineering has launched its new anti-idle auxiliary power unit (APU). In an environment where temperature is deemed a Class A hazard, the APU allows mines and quarries to keep their HVAC systems running while the main diesel engine of the machine is off, thus reducing fuel costs and carbon emissions, without compromising operator comfort and safety. By Munesu Shoko.
Making the right dewatering pump choice
Water management, often an afterthought, is one of the most critical activities of any quarrying or surface mining operation, which is why it is crucial to have an effective dewatering system in place. The process of choosing the right pump for optimal water control therefore calls for careful consideration of a number of factors. By Munesu Shoko.
Evaluating screen media needs
The choice of screen media plays a critical role in achieving efficient and productive screening operations. In a one-on-one with Quarrying Africa, Chris Currie, Service Line Manager at FLS, highlights some of the key factors to consider when evaluating an operation’s screen media needs and how the company’s new NexGen polyurethane screen panel changes the game in the screen media market. By Munesu Shoko.