Partnerships, it is often said, are the secrets to success – and this truism has been more than borne out in the life of KwaZulu-Natal-based Brauteseth Blasting, whose long collaboration with Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has just reached new heights.
Often considered an afterthought, pit dewatering is fundamental to the viability of quarries and mines. Given that each site’s dewatering requirements vary and present unique challenges, Marnus Koorts, GM – Pump Products at Weir Minerals Africa, notes that the optimal approach to dewatering is to work with an experienced dewatering systems original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to ensure a bespoke solution that is site-specific, cost-effective and manageable. By Munesu Shoko.
An apparent momentum in the construction and mining space is driving an upward trajectory in the sales of construction type commercial vehicles. In an exclusive interview with Quarrying Africa, Maretha Gerber, vice president of Sales & Marketing at Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA), discusses the state of affairs and the emerging trends in this market segment. By Munesu Shoko.
With the addition of BULL backhoe loaders and skid steers to its stable, Babcock has plugged a crucial gap in its product line-up. The range provides Babcock customers in the mining and quarrying value chain with a proven utility tool for housekeeping and other small-scale support functions on site. By Munesu Shoko.