From humble beginnings crushing 6 m³ of aggregate per week using a laboratory crusher back in 1965, Eskay Crushers has over the years grown to be one of the flagship quarries in South Africa. Despite its small size, the quarry is setting the bar high in terms of both productivity and compliance. By Munesu Shoko.
In line with its strategy to ‘close the loop’, SEW-EURODRIVE has introduced a new range of planetary gearbox units in Africa. The SEW PPK and SEW P2.e series not only closes the gap between the existing P-Series and the larger XP-series, but also expands the company’s offering into new industry sectors. By Munesu Shoko.
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.
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.
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