As part of its continued rollout of production class equipment, John Deere Africa Middle East (AME) has introduced the new 460P articulated dump truck (ADT). The 42-tonne 460P is one of the first ADT models to come to market under the John Deere Performance Tiering strategy. The machine raises the stakes with increased fuel efficiency and a particular focus on operator comfort and safety. By Munesu Shoko.
JBI Industrial Solutions, the distributor of the PFREUNDT range of load weighing systems in South Africa, has launched the WK60 hydraulic excavator scale in the local market. With its digital weighing data acquisition, precise measurement and intuitive operation, the system unlocks transparency in material flow. By Munesu Shoko.
ASPASA used the Institute of Quarrying Southern Africa (IQSA) annual conference held at the Elangeni Hotel, eThekwini, South Africa, on 11-12 April 2024 to present its annual Environmental Awards. In a one-on-one with Quarrying Africa, auditor Anthony Bowen says the overall standard of environmental compliance has improved significantly in the industry. By Munesu Shoko.
Following its official launch in South Africa in May 2024, the first LiuGong 856H-E Max battery-electric wheel loader in Africa has been deployed at Samancor Chrome. Having put it through its paces for a few weeks, mining contractor M Civils tells Quarrying Africa that the machine has to date proven its mettle and ushers in a new age in earthmoving by not only reducing environmental impact, but also lowering energy costs. By Munesu Shoko.