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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.

Given the significance of a wheel loader on a typical quarry site in executing duties such as stockpiling and loading customer trucks, it is important to choose the right one for the task at hand. Anteneh Gebremeskel, product manager GPE, Volvo Construction Equipment, unpacks some of the key considerations when buying a wheel loader. By Munesu Shoko.