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Local mining, construction, industrial, power generation and machine tool shows experience record turnout

Both exhibitors and visitors were able to make valuable business connections, discussing the latest developments, technologies, trends, products and services in these sectors. Many of these new innovations were energy efficient and environmentally friendly products, as well as products in line with the mining industry’s goals on health and safety.

Furthermore, this year in Hall 9, co-locating Machine Tools Africa received excellent visitor attendance and exhibitors experienced a high level of sales and sales leads. The exhibition was fully sold out and was once again endorsed by the Machine Tool Merchants Association of South Africa. The last officially sanctioned show was held in 2004.

Visitors to Elenex Africa, the internationally respected leading power generation, electrical engineering and lighting exhibition in Africa, were introduced to many new services and products within this important arena, especially in today’s power critical environment.

"The broad scope of these shows brings these coinciding industry sectors together at one location for visitor and exhibitor convenience," says John Kaplan, Managing Director at Specialised Exhibitions, organisers of the shows. "It’s a platform to showcase the latest developments, technologies, trends, products and services in all sectors of these industries."

Organised by the South African Equipment Export Council, a delegation from Latin America, including mining companies from Peru and Mexico involved in the mining of lead, zinc, silver, gold and copper attended the event. An inward buying mission and exhibitor forum took place on Wednesday where the international delegates met with the best local capital equipment suppliers South Africa has to offer as they plan their capital equipment acquisitions for the next two years.

A second delegation from the Chamber of Mines in Argentina also attended the show, and met with their South African counterparts in an attempt to gain knowledge about the local mining industry and its legislation, methods of mining and governance.

"South Africa is at the core of the Southern African mining sector," says Director of International Market Development at the Canadian Association of Mining Equipment and Services for Export, Maurice Bichsel. "It has a large mining market and manufacturing capacity, but still imports much of its technology from overseas. This is why it is vital for overseas mining companies and equipment suppliers to attend Electra Mining as it is the best opportunity to gather information on the local market and to identify potential trends in the sector," says Bichsel.

The Mining Summit hosted by the Department of Minerals and Energy, which ran alongside Electra Mining on Tuesday and Wednesday, also provided a forum for issues affecting the industry to be discussed and dealt with. The theme of the summit was "Creating a conducive mining environment – Pursuing the paradigm shift," and was attended by many high profile decision makers in the industry.

"The mining industry continues to experience major growth with new ventures, expansions and upgrades, and with South Africa hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup, the country has embarked on major infrastructure projects that demand a massive input of supplies and machinery. This is good news for general industry beyond 2010, and for Electra Mining Africa," says John Kaplan, Managing Director for Specialised Exhibitions, organisers of Electra Mining Africa.

On the international calendar, Electra Mining Africa is ranked as the second largest mining show in the world and the biggest trade exhibition in southern Africa, and is a recognised gateway into Africa for local and global investors looking for new business opportunities in the mining, construction, industrial and power generation industries.

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Energy efficient products to allay energy crisis
 
Recent developments in the South African electricity sector have resulted in all sectors of the economy having to become more energy efficient, and servicers of the South African mining, construction and power generation industries are looking to play their part.
 
One such company is Voith Turbo South Africa. In fact, the company will use Electra Mining Africa 2008 as a platform to illustrate its commitment to the supply of energy efficient products that assist industry to utilise energy cost effectively.
 
In line with the energy saving drive, Voith has increased the economy of single drives and realised the potential for energy savings with the introduction of the new world-wide patented TurboSyn friction turbo coupling. The TurboSyn combines the advantages of hydrodynamics and mechanical slip-free power transmission to offer numerous cost saving benefits, including lower energy requirements and more output. Voith’s TurboSyn friction turbo coupling will be amongst the products on display at the company’s stand at Electra Mining Africa 2008.
 
Another efficient energy pioneer is CMG Electric Motors South Africa, which is an Eskom approved preferred supplier of the 1.1kW to 90kW energy efficient motor range, and will display a comprehensive range of premium high efficiency electric motors at Electra Mining Africa 2008. 
 
Eskom has devised a rebate system to encourage end-users to exchange older, less efficient motors for new units. By purchasing a new energy efficient IP66 motor, the purchaser can qualify for the Eskom subsidy calculated as a percentage of the original cost of the motor, bringing energy efficient motor prices on a par with those of standard motors.
 
Long standing global leader in bearing technology SKF is also providing solutions for the current power crisis in South Africa. The company has started a bearing remanufacturing facility in Jet Park which solves the problem of ever-increasing lead times for the acquisition of new large size bearings. Remanufacturing presents the best possible solution in terms of cost and lead time as bearings that are in service can be removed during planned maintenance shut down periods. The current energy crisis will also increase demand on remanufactured bearings as Eskom is planning to re-start “mothballed” power stations in order to increase power supply. The SKF team will also be on site at the show to supply details about its bearing remanufacturing facility.
 
SKF is just one of the global industry leaders which will be sharing its century of experience, technological know-how and product innovation at Electra Mining Africa 2008.
 
Another experienced industry leader, industrial gear technology and mechanical power transmission specialists, Hansen Transmissions, will again be exhibiting at its usual spot at the show.
 
This is the company’s ninth Electra Mining exhibition and the stand will feature a cross section of the company’s product range. In addition to the Hansen P4 large industrial gearbox, with torque ratings up to 1300 kNm, the modular M4 ACC (Air Cooled Condenser) helical gearbox, a cost effective and efficient solution for dry environments such as air-cooled steam condensation plants where water resources are scarce, will be on show. The Hansen M4 design incorporates the most modern techniques and proven Hansen P4 and M4 technology.
 
Also on show, will be the Hansen (I4) Invertible gearbox, designed by the company’s South African engineering team more than a decade ago and internationally accepted as standard for underground conveyor drives in the mining industry for the Hansen Transmissions Group.
 
But besides these experienced Electra Mining exhibitors, the show will also showcase some new names to look out for in the geological exploration and mining support industries on the African continent. Silvercross Helicopters has the most modern fleet on the continent and their R150-million rands worth of helicopter assets are all owner managed, providing an unparalleled alignment of interests between the client, the operator and the asset owners.
The protection of assets and safety are of paramount importance using their tried and tested Flight Safety Management System. All parties will experience meeting project objectives, whilst balancing cost effective and economical operations with quality assurance and safety.

The Silvercross management team has over two decades of experience in helicopter operations on the African continent, including geological reconnaissance, airborne geophysical and seismic surveys, stream sediment sampling, drill rig and logistics support and even Casevac.

Electra Mining Africa 2008 promises to have something for everyone in the mining, construction, industrial and power generation industries, from toilets to wireless technology solutions, from transmissions to radars, from enclosures to helicopters and everything in between.

Electra Mining Africa, together with co-locating shows Elenex – Africa’s leading power generation, electrical engineering and lighting exhibition – and the Machine Tools Africa exhibition, will take place from 8-12 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng.
 
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New product launches at mining, construction, industrial and power generation shows
  
The South African market is due to see the introduction of a new line of static and portable screening and washing plants, as well as both jaw and impact crushers, as a result of a recent agreement giving Crushers International the exclusive agency to distribute the range of Terex-Simplicity and Lippmann-Milwaukee products to the African continent.
 
Terex-Simplicity based in Michigan, USA, manufactures both static and portable screening and washing plants.  Lippmann-Milwaukee based in Wisconsin, USA manufacturers both jaw and impact crushers in static and portable configuration, in addition to a range of feeders, rip rap plants and portable C&D waste recycling plants. 
 
The first Lippmann 3042 jaw crusher and a Terex-Simplicity portable material washing plant have arrived and will be on display at Electra Mining Africa 2008 in Johannesburg in early September.
 
A further agreement concluded between Kwa-Zulu Natal Company, Ilanga Steelphalt (trading as Super Brooms Africa) and Superior Brooms based in Wichita, Kansas City, US, will see the introduction of a new range of equipment into South Africa. Super Brooms Africa has been awarded the agency to distribute the Superior Brooms range of brooms throughout the African continent.
 
The deal has closed a gap that was previously evident in the market, as there was no local entity providing these particular types of brooms, or back up support. 
 
According to Jan Van der Merwe, President of the Ilanga Group of companies: “As road construction and maintenance contractors, we have been using brooms for over 12 years now, and were acutely aware of the demand for an effective local representation to provide the market with timely back-up support and effective service gratification. In the past, this just simply wasn’t available”.
 
Unique exclusives agreed in the deal include rear suspension systems, one of the best sound suppressed cabs in the industry, a load compensated piston hydraulic system and an electronic brush control.
 
One of these machines will be on show at Electra Mining Africa 2008, where Super Brooms Africa will be combining with Crushers International to display their machines to market related attendees.
 
Amazwi Power Products, manufacturer of the Exdin range of scraper winches, will also be unveiling its latest model at the 2008 Electra Mining Africa exhibition. This model has no mechanical clutch, thus saving on expensive wearing replacement parts, but most importantly the machine can be operated from a remote position, providing maximum operator safety.

Double drum scraper winches are widely utilised in South African hard rock mines as a primary means of shifting ore from the mining face. They are tough robust machines designed and adapted for the extreme conditions encountered underground. Winch operators work in confined areas in close proximity to moving parts and have to cope with factors such as dust, high humidity, water, poor visibility, noise and rough handling. It is accepted that operating a winch can be potentially dangerous making the new Exdin model, which can be operated from a remote position, a real breakthrough for the industry.         
                                                        
Another new product that will be on show at Electra Mining Africa 2008 is the Reutech Radar Systems modern long-range movement and surveying radar, the MSR 300. Unrivalled in its class, the MSR 300 now offers continuous slope monitoring and surveying of rock surfaces up to a slant range of 2500m under all weather conditions.
 
The MSR 300 is capable of detecting sub-millimeter movement of the rock face at this range, whilst employing the most modern propriety technology which now eliminates the two major limitations experienced with radar-based displacement measurement systems to date. These limitations are caused by rapidly varying climatic conditions as well as slope movement that exceeds rates of more than 15mm from scan-to-scan. Both these conditions can lead to inaccurate measurements and consequently create false alarms that dramatically affect the performance of the system.
 
The MSR 300 offers the capability of tracking movements of up to 300mm from scan-to-scan as well as maintaining a high level of immunity to false alarms during sudden environmental changes such as rain, dust storms or mist formations.
 
The MSR 300 also offers significant improvement in the system’s surveying capability. The system now offers a range accuracy of better than 50mm on any specific point target, thereby allowing continuous real-time surveying of the area of interest under all weather conditions.
 
In addition, current users of the MSR 200 range will not be excluded from the new benefits as any MSR 200 can be upgraded at the user’s site within a day.
 
Electra Mining Africa, together with co-locating shows Elenex – Africa’s leading power generation, electrical engineering and lighting exhibition – and the Machine Tools Africa exhibition, will take place from 8-12 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng. 
 
 
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Second largest mining show in the world and biggest trade exhibition in southern Africa
 
The mining sector continues to experience major growth with new ventures, expansions and upgrades, and with South Africa hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup, the country has embarked on major infrastructure projects that demand a massive input of supplies and machinery. This all bodes well for the South African mining and construction industries, and for Electra Mining Africa 2008. This is according to John Kaplan, MD of Specialised Exhibitions, the organisers of Electra Mining Africa 2008.

Electra Mining Africa is ranked as the second largest mining show in the world, and the biggest trade exhibition in southern Africa, and is a recognized gateway into Africa for local and global investors looking for new business opportunities in the mining, construction, industrial and power generation industries.

The show will showcase some 700 exhibitors, many of whom will be looking to launch new products, technologies, and services at the show, which attracts some 35,000 top-level decision makes from across all industry sectors.

One such firm is Rijva Quality Machines, which will be exhibiting the first Band Saw of its size in South Africa, with a capacity of 1,250mm, and able to mitre cut in both directions, at Electra Mining Africa 2008. This machine is fully CNC controlled and can be used as a stand alone machine in steel service centers, or as part of a fully automated drilling and sawing line, all available from Voortman.

As the largest supplier and stock holder of eccentric presses Rijva Quality Machines will also be exhibiting the impressive range of Ter Hart Eccentric Presses available from 6,3Ton to 400 Ton capacity in C-Frame type presses, as well as a full range of single and double point straight sided presses and hydraulic presses to suit most applications.

The company will also have a 1,200mm ×2,400mm CNC plasma cutting system from the Canadian company FastCut CNC, showing its capabilities and value for money. Pneumatic strip feeding devices from Herrblitz to suit all strip feeding requirements will also be on show at the exhibition in September.

International supplier of diode and thyristor modules, Semikron will unveil a new IGBT driver generation. The new driver SKYPER 52 is based on fully digital signal processing, allowing for the transmission of isolated sensor signals and individual protection level settings. This means that development engineers can do away with costly discrete isolated circuits. The result is fewer system components and improved overall system reliability.
 
Differential digital signal processing not only provides numerous technical advantages but also ensures a high level of signal integrity and hence high noise rejection. With the digital driver SKYPER 52, switching characteristics, shut down levels, as well as error processing can be set to meet the given application requirements.
 
The latest addition to the new generation DURA range in the Verderflex peristaltic hose pump series will be launched by Verder Pumps SA at Electra Mining Africa 2008.
 
The Verderflex DURA model has an ultra-compact construction, dramatically reducing required floor space by up to 70% and rigid pump housing designed for heat dispersion and strength.  Due to the viscous nature of the products pumped by Verderflex peristaltic hose pumps, the range has been designed to provide much lower capital running costs.  The pump has a ‘greased for life’ bearing and centrally absorbs the forces released in the pump, offering lower maintenance and a durable pump drive – ideal for the pumping of slurries, 80% solids, abrasives or viscous liquids.
 
International supplier of new CNC machinery Hurco recently launched a new range of machines with the main feature being the easy to program WinMax CNC Control. This unique control system allows simple conversational commands to be used, making these new machines attractive propositions for small volume and even once-off part manufacture. It also has a clear graphical display of the component and tool path as it is programmed.
 
Although the control can handle any company’s ISNC code and macro programming as standard, there is no need to employ people with special G-code skills, as anyone with a little turning knowledge can quickly and easily become a competent operator of the machines.
 
Hurco has also recently established a local operation Hurco South Africa, incorporated with local company Cutts Machine Tools. Visitors to Electra Mining Africa will be able to view the local Hurco and Cutts Machine Tools ranges at the company’s stand.
 
Other new products to be seen at this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition include a new line of high temperature wear resistant materials from CERadvance Engineering Ceramic. This new range has promising applications in the primary processing of precious metals, as well as general high temperature engineering applications including refractory and glass-making industries.
 
In addition, Marley Pipe Systems will be introducing its unique range of Philmac compression fittings for the connection of polyethylene pipes, to be known as Safelok. Made from a special formulation of polypropylene for unrivalled strength and performance, and with its distinct orange nuts for extra-high visibility, Safelok truly is the safest compression fitting on the planet.

Tandem Tyres is looking forward to the launch of their much anticipated Techking 875/65R29 E3 2 star at Electra Mining Africa 2008. Techking has been approved by Bell Equipment who will be fitting this size as original equipment to their new B50 machines. Techking engineers will also be present at the show to discuss this new tyre size with potential clients and visitors to the stand. Tandem Tyres will also have new information about the launch of the Techking giant or radial sizes 2700R49, 3300R51, 3600R51 and 4000R57.
 
Electra Mining Africa, together with co-locating shows Elenex – Africa’s leading power generation, electrical engineering and lighting exhibition – and the Machine Tools Africa exhibition, will take place from 8-12 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng. 
 
 
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Formidable platform for mining, construction, industrial and power generation industries
 
Electra Mining Africa 2008, the second largest mining show in the world and the biggest trade exhibition in southern Africa, promises to be a formidable platform from which to showcase the latest developments, technologies, trends, products and services in the mining, construction, industrial and power generation industries. In fact, many companies will be taking the opportunity to launch new products and services at the event.
 
One such company is Boart Longyear, one of the world’s leading integrated drilling services and product providers for the minerals exploration industry. Visitors to the exhibition can expect to see the company’s DeltaBase DB102, an anchor drill rig for double-head drilling systems, and the LF90D, the most productive hydraulic diamond core drill in its class. The KWL 1600H, the company’s newly developed multi-purpose drill rig, will be located next to the exhibit hall’s main entrance, and live demonstrations of the 1600H’s RC rod handler will be held every hour.
 
“The need for natural resources across the globe is at an all-time high, and that need is only increasing,” says Ulrich Kienle, regional director for the Sub Saharan Africa region. “Over the last year, Boart Longyear’s focus on new product research and development has been stronger than ever, and we’re excited to showcase the results at Electra Mining Africa 2008,” he says.
 
Among the innovative products showcased at the Boart Longyear stand will be its mechanized rod-handling system, a wide range of reverse-circulation exploration drilling rigs, and the Variable Wall (V-Wall) coring rod and Quick Descent head assembly. In addition, the company will display the Stage3 diamond coring bit with up to 300% increased bit life, and their new S215 Quiet Rock Drill, which features reduced noise levels by up to 88%.

Lincoln Lubrication SA will be displaying its new unique modular design PMV pump series. This innovative pneumatic pump for lubricants and oils, uses the air logic technology of Lincoln’s proven and reliable PowerMaster III series. This technology provides a fully pneumatically controlled air motor with few moving parts. The air valve assembly, which controls the pump, can even be exchanged with ease while the pump remains in the drum.
The pumps are available with a 3" or 4¼" air motor and a ratio starting from 3:1 up to 50:1. The unique modular design, and exceptionally high output for the size of the pump, make the PMV an economical and interesting solution.

SEW Eurodrive, a German owned multinational company and leaders in drive engineering and drive electronics, will use Electra Mining Africa 2008 as the official launch platform for their new range of industrial gears in South Africa, the X Series.
 
This product is very appropriate to the mining industry and covers the torque range 58kNm to 175kNm. Main features of this product include robust gear housing; reduced cost and weight due to high power density and finely stepped sizes; effective cooling systems; two mounting positions with a single version. The product offers split housing; reversible gear unit housing allowing for variable installation; and shorter delivery times for standard versions and spare parts. The new X Series is also of interest in mixing and aerating applications for cement and water treatment industries.
 
Further exhibits which are bound to draw attraction are the various energy saving solutions which have been developed by SEW Eurodrive. “Europe has been conscious of energy saving for many years now, so the technology has actually been around for some time. It is only now that companies in South Africa are seeing the value of these products. In the face of the recent power crises, it has become a necessity to review energy consumption” comments Urs Roos, MD of SEW Eurodrive South Africa.
 
Of particular interest will be the mechatronic drive solution, the Movigear which won the 2007 Frost and Sullivan Award for product innovation. The Movigear was developed to satisfy the complex requirements demanded of horizontal technology in a wide range of industries. Visitors to the SEW Eurodrive stand can also enjoy a daily entertainment programme between 12:00 and 14:00 each day.
 
In addition, local supplier of CNC machine tools, Victor-Fortune will be exhibiting the latest addition to their machining centre range – the VCA85, which has specific applications for the die and mould making industries.
 
On the pipes side, Herrenknecht has developed a new method called Direct Pipe, which it will be showcasing at this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition. The method, which combines the advantages of the established Microtunnelling method and Horizontal Directional Drilling technology, pulls together a string of prefab pipes in only one step.
 
The new Direct Pipe method allows the trenchless jacking of a prefab pipe in one step with concurrent excavation of the drill hole. Similar to Pipe Jacking, the excavation of the soil is carried out with a Herrenknecht Micromachine. The navigable Micromachine conveys the excavated material via a slurry circuit above ground. The prefab pipe is pushed forward by the Herrenknecht Pipe Thruster. The pipe transmits the thrust force, required for drilling, to the cutterhead.
 
SONNTAG Baugesellschaft mbH & Co. KG, based in Dörth in the Hunsrück region, is the first company worldwide using this technology and are very satisfied with the drilling method as it is not only cheaper than established methods, but it also saves time.
 
Electra Mining Africa, together with co-locating shows Elenex – Africa’s leading power generation, electrical engineering and lighting exhibition – and the Machine Tools Africa exhibition, will take place from 8-12 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng.
 
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Space sold out for international mining, industrial, construction and electrical show
 
On the international calendar, Electra Mining Africa is ranked as the second largest mining show in the world and the biggest trade exhibition in southern Africa, and is a recognised gateway into Africa for local and global investors looking for new business opportunities in the mining, construction, industrial and power generation industries. 
 
Interest has escalated in the show, which takes place from 8 - 12 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, NASREC, and exhibiting space for Electra Mining Africa and Elenex Africa - internationally respected as Africa’s leading power generation, electrical engineering and lighting exhibition - has been sold out, confirming the confidence in the market and the prominent status of the show locally and internationally.
 
Furthermore, this year in Hall 9, the Machine Tools Africa exhibition will be on show, co-locating with Electra Mining Africa. This exhibition is also fully booked and is once again endorsed by the Machine Tool Merchants Association of South Africa.  The last officially sanctioned show was held in 2004.
 
"The broad scope of these shows brings these coinciding industry sectors together at one location for visitor and exhibitor convenience," says John Kaplan, Managing Director at Specialised Exhibitions, organisers of the shows. "It’s a platform to showcase the latest developments, technologies, trends, products and services in all sectors of these industries."
 
Held every second year, Electra Mining Africa celebrated its eighteenth successful year in 2006 achieving exceptional growth over 2004 with exhibitor numbers swelling to 690 - an increase of 15% - and contracted floor space increasing to 31,000 m². Attracting over 35,000 top-level decision makers, many exhibitors reported excellent sales and sales leads.
 
Exciting news has also been announced that again this year the Department of Minerals and Energy will run Mining Week con-currently with the show and that major buyers of equipment from various parts of the world will visit the shows, organised through the DTI’s export arm, the Capital Equipment Export Council.
 
"SAMDA is also considering organising a high-level delegate conference to coincide with Electra Mining Africa, attracting high profile senior industry players, which we believe will offer even greater value-add," says Kaplan.
 
"With such high-level Government support, concurrent Mining Week activities, commitment from hundreds of exhibitors, endorsement and support from leading Associations and Institutions, and the positive growth reflected in the 2006 show, even further growth is anticipated for both Electra Mining Africa 2008 and Machine Tools Africa," concludes Kaplan.
 
Both Exhibitions take place at the Expo Centre, NASREC, Johannesburg, from 8 – 12 September 2008, together with Elenex Africa. For more information contact Specialised Exhibitions at             +27 (0) 11 835 1565        or go to www.specialised.com
 
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Floor space selling fast for biggest trade exhibition in southern Africa

On the international calendar, Electra Mining Africa is ranked as the second largest mining show in the world and the biggest trade exhibition in southern Africa, and is a recognised gateway into Africa for local and global investors looking for new business opportunities in the mining, construction, industrial and power generation industries.

"The broad scope of the show brings these coinciding industry sectors together at one location for visitor and exhibitor convenience," says John Kaplan, Managing Director at Specialised Exhibitions, organisers of the show. "It’s a platform to showcase the latest developments, technologies, trends, products and services in all sectors of these industries."

Held every second year, Electra Mining Africa celebrated its eighteenth successful year in 2006 achieving exceptional growth over 2004 with exhibitor numbers swelling to 690 – an increase of 15% - and contracted floor space increasing to 31,000 m². Attracting over 35,000 top-level decision makers, many exhibitors reported excellent sales and sales leads.

"Exhibitors are motivated, vibrant people who put a whole lot of effort into this exhibition, but they also enjoy the rewards of their hard work," says Kaplan, going on to explain that, "we set new records with over 98% of available space sold months ahead of the 2006 show, and the same pattern is developing for 2008. Space is going fast and we still have almost a year to go."

Following trends of previous years, the 2006 exhibition attracted a high number of international visitors, including an inward buying mission organised by the South African Capital Equipment Export Council, which brought major buyers of capital equipment from countries where mining and building construction activities play an important part in their economies.

"The mining industry continues to experience major growth with new ventures, expansions and upgrades – many developing to keep up with China's apparently insatiable demand for commodities," says Kaplan. "In addition, with South Africa hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup, the country has embarked on major infrastructure projects that demand a massive input of supplies and machinery. This is good news for general industry beyond 2010, and for Electra Mining Africa 2008."

The exhibition enjoys strong support from the Department of Minerals and Energy (DME) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), with the DME’s Mining Week coinciding with the show.

"With such high-level Government support, concurrent Mining Week activities, commitment from hundreds of exhibitors, endorsement and support from leading Associations and Institutions, and the positive growth reflected in the 2006 show, even further growth is anticipated for Electra Mining Africa 2008," concludes Kaplan.

Electra Mining Africa 2008 takes place at the Expo Centre, NASREC, Johannesburg, from 8 – 12 September 2008. For more information contact Specialised Exhibitions at             +27 (0) 11 835 1565        or go to www.specialised.com

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Company name: 4B Africa
Telephone: +27 (0) 11 704 4373
Contact: Allan Hardy
Designation: Operations Director

4B Africa showcases its T500 Continuous Bearing Temperature and Belt Misalignment Monitoring System at the Electra Mining
The new HotBus Digital Serial Communication System from 4B offers customers a much simpler and more cost effective approach to continuous bearing temperature and belt alignment monitoring. With up to 256 bearing sensors on a single twisted pair cable, installation is much easier and maintenance free. The high speed system allows complete control with user adjustable relative ambient and absolute trip points for each sensor. The 4B HotBus system can also be used for other applications by connecting other types of sensors.

HotBus Control Units can be stand alone or connected to relay control units to provide automatic machine shutdown. Ethernet, Modbus and Device Net Gateways are also available for connection to existing networks. Software is provided for system test, system status and uploading of meaningful sensor names and logging / trending bearing temperatures and alarms. The 4B HotBus system can also accept TouchSwitch and other switched contact inputs on the same network.

The T500 is an extremely cost-effective system and ideal for plants where installations are spread over a large area, such as mines, etc.

4B Africa will also show its comprehensive range of electronic monitoring equipment and sensors for bucket elevators and conveyors as well as its traditional range of material handling components, such as elevator buckets, belts, bolts and forged chain.

4B Africa is the new South African subsidiary of the world's longest standing material handling components manufacturer 4B Braime Elevator Components. Visit 4B Africa's stand 10A30 at Electra Mining Africa 2008 from 8-12 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng, and find out how 4B can help you to optimize your bucket elevator and conveyor installations.


Company name: Air-Seal (Botswana)
Telephone: +267 7130 7881
Email: gareth@work.co.bw
Contact: Gareth Matthews
Designation: Technical Director

Air-Seal - world's premier puncture prevention tyre sealant

Air-Seal (Botswana), the regional distributor for Air-Seal Products, will be demonstrating the amazing capabilities of its puncture prevention sealant at the 2008 Electra Mining Africa exhibition.

Air-Seal is a liquid sealant that stays liquid indefinitely throughout the life of the tyre, and automatically, immediately and permanently repairs punctures up to 32mm (Armor-Seal) as they occur. Air-Seal’s Heavy Duty sealant, repairs punctures up to 15mm is also available for vehicles, which work in the less rugged environments.

Air-Seal can be used in tyres ranging from the largest earthmoving machinery to private cars and even motorcycles. Most importantly, when installed correctly, Air-Seal causes no compromise on the normal performance of the tyres, whether on heavy plant or on fast-travelling private cars. Air-Seal does not separate or form lumps, helps hold tyre pressures at desired levels, and protects the inside of the rim against corrosion. Normal inflation and deflation capabilities are not affected.

This US-manufactured product is the only sealant approved for use by NATO, the UN and the British Army, and is in active use by all three in various war zones around the world. The website of the global distributor is www.air-sealproducts.com.

Air-Seal exceeds the capabilities of all other sealants in the size of puncture it can repair, and the fact that it incurs no compromise on the life or the performance of the tyre. In fact, Air-Seal extends the life of tyres, minimizes puncture related damage, and most importantly minimizes downtime of expensive machinery needed to maximize efficiency within the mining processes.

Air-Seal is just one of approximately 700 companies which will be exhibiting at Electra Mining Africa 2008 from 8-12 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng. Visit Air-Seal at Stand number 5B33.


Company Name: Amazwi Power Products
Telephone: 011 418 2600
Contact: Ilplief Mxhafraza
Designation: Business Development Director
 
A safer more efficient winch
Amazwi Power Products, manufacturer of the Exdin range of scraper winches, will unveil its latest model at the 2008 Electra Mining Africa exhibition. This model has no mechanical clutch, thus saving on expensive wearing replacement parts but most importantly the machine can be operated from a remote position, providing maximum operator safety.

Double drum scraper winches are widely utilized in South African hard rock mines as a primary means of shifting ore from the mining face. They are tough robust machines designed and adapted for the extreme conditions encountered underground. Winch operators work in confined areas in close proximity to moving parts and have to cope with factors such as dust, high humidity, water, poor visibility, noise and rough handling. It is accepted that operating a winch can be potentially dangerous making the new Exdin model with maximum safety options a breakthrough for the industry.

Visitors to Electra Mining Africa can view the range of Exdin scraper winches at the Amazwi Power Products stand in hall 10, stand B14.


Company Name: Amitech Industrial
Telephone: 011 955 1216
Contact: John Hesketh
Designation: Sales Manager

 
Corrosion solutions company Amitech Industrial, has recently manufactured from GRP a 5m diameter by 86m tall Hydrochloric Acid tank for Sasol Midlands Plant.

The tank which contains 33% HCL at 70ºC was designed in house by Amitech Industrial and was precision wound on the company’s filament winding machine, which is capable of winding tanks up to 6m diameter.
A high grade vinyl ester resin, Derakane 441-400, was used for both the structural wall and the corrosion resistant liner.

Amitech is just one of approximately 700 companies, each with unique and specialized solutions and products, which will be exhibiting at Electra Mining Africa 2008 from 8-12 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng.

Company Name: Awesome Tools
Telephone: 021 975 2700
Contact: Michelle Kramps
Designation: Show co-ordination

 
Awesome Tools is one of the approximately 700 exhibitors at Electra Mining Africa 2008 who will be hoping to capitalize on the opportunities posed by exhibiting your products at the second largest mining show in the world.
The company has a number of rather unique little gadgets to display. These include the well known Leatherman, a multi-tool with a thousand different uses. Picquik is a unique screwdriver with multiple bits stored right within the handle. In addition, Fenix torches are small lights which produce a surprisingly large amount of brightness.

These are just some of the products that visitors to the company’s stand at Electra Mining Africa 2008 will be able to view. Held every second year, Electra Mining Africa celebrated its eighteenth successful year in 2006 achieving exceptional growth over 2004 with exhibitor numbers increasing by 15%, and contracted floor space increasing to 31,000m². Attracting over 35,000 top-level decision makers, many exhibitors reported excellent sales and sales leads.

The show takes place at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng, from 8-12 September.
 
 
Company Name : Boart Longyear
Telepone Number: (801) 401 3744
Contact : James Burris
Designation: Manager, External Communications
 
Boart Longyear Showcases New Products at Electra Mining Africa 2008
 
Boart Longyear, one of the world’s leading integrated drilling services and products provider for the minerals exploration industry, will display several new product innovations at Electra Mining Africa 2008 from September 8-12, at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec,Gauteng.
 
Visitors to the exhibition can expect to see Boart Longyear’s DeltaBase DB102, an anchor drill rig for double-head drilling systems, and the LF90D, the most productive hydraulic diamond core drill in its class. The KWL 1600H, the company’s newly developed multi-purpose drill rig, will be located next to the exhibit hall’s main entrance as well, and live demonstrations of the 1600H’s RC rod handler will be held every hour.
 
“The need for natural resources across the globe is at an all-time high — and that need is only increasing,” says Ulrich Kienle, regional director for the Sub Saharan Africa region. “Over the last year, Boart Longyear’s focus on new product research and development has been stronger than ever, and we’re excited to showcase the results at Electra Mining Africa.”
 
Among the innovative products showcased at the Boart Longyear stand (5A20) will be its mechanized rod-handling system, a wide range of reverse-circulation exploration drilling rigs, and the Variable Wall (V-Wall) coring rod and Quick Descent head assembly. Boart Longyear will display the Stage3 diamond coring bit with up to 300 percent increased bit life and their new S215 Quiet Rock Drill, which features reduced noise levels of up to 88 percent.
 
Boart Longyear is the industry’s only integrated drilling services and products provider, combining 24-hour engineering excellence, global manufacturing facilities and the most experienced drilling services group in the business.  The company’s customers rely on their unique ability to develop, field test and deliver any combination of drilling consumables, capital equipment and expertise direct to any corner of the world.
 
 
Company Name: CERadvance Engineering
Telephone number: (011) 397 8933
Contact person: Sanet Scrooby
 
CERadvance Engineering Ceramics will be exhibiting a new line of high temperature wear resistant materials at Electra Mining Africa 2008. This new range has promising applications in the primary processing of precious metals, as well as general high temperature engineering applications including refractory and glass-making industries.
 
CERadvance Engineering Ceramics has been designing, manufacturing and engineering ceramic components for the mining, petro-chemical, electrical, laboratory and mineral processing industries since it's inception in 1999.  This ISO 9001:2000 certified company has been awarded a number of prestigious accolades over the past few years including the SAIT Best Technical Achievement Award, the NSTF Best contribution to science and Technology Award  and Technology Top 100 Company qualifier status in 2006.
 
Visitors to Electra Mining Africa 2008 at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng from 8-12 September can visit the CERadvance Engineering Ceramics stand in Hall 7, stand C20.
 
 
 Company Name: CMG Electric Motors South Africa
Telephone: : 011 453 1930
Contact: Lewis Hiepner
 
CMG Electric Motors on show at Electra Mining 2008
 
CMG Electric Motors South Africa will display a comprehensive range of the highest standard available electric motors at Electra Mining 2008. 
 
CMG’s  PPA – Premium High Efficiency (Eff1) motors will be prominently displayed as the company is an Eskom approved preferred supplier of this 1.1kW to 90kW energy efficient motor range. Eskom has devised a rebate system to encourage end-users to exchange older, less efficient motors for new units. By purchasing a new energy efficient IP66 motor, the purchaser can qualify for the Eskom subsidy calculated as a percentage of the original cost of the motor, bringing energy efficient motor prices on a par with those of standard motors.
                                                                                 
CMG’s stand, F7 and 8 in hall 6, will give visitors an overview of the company’s product range including PPA, SGA, Smokespill, SLA, Aluminium multi-mount, PAD (aluminium and cast iron SGA), VSD and MT cast aluminium, single phase motors.        
 
Specialists in the design, manufacture and supply of electric motors, drives and transmissions, Australian multi-national CMG is established in South Africa, New Zealand, Asia Pacific, Europe (UK), Middle East, and China.
 
CMG South Africa, with head office in Johannesburg, has a significant market share and is one of South Africa’s leading suppliers of quality electric motors. CMG electric motors are designed to world class specifications and the company stocks and supplies one of the widest motor ranges available to the local market.
         
 
Company Name: Commodas
Telephone: 011 666 4781
Contact: Hannie Pretorius
Designation: Administration

Tomra Systems ASA, through its fully owned subsidiary TiTech AS, has resently entered into an agreement to acquire the assets in UltraSort. With offices in Sydney and Perth, Australia, UltraSort is a leading provider of advanced recognition and sorting technology to the mining industry. More than 50 UltraSort sorting systems have been sold worldwide, mainly in Canada, Africa and Australia.

The acquisition of UltraSort represents another important step towards realizing TiTech Groups strategy and ambition of becoming a leading global provider of sensor based recognition and sorting solutions within mining.
By acquiring UltraSort, TiTech expands and complements its portfolio of industrial processing technology. UltraSort brings to the table both unique, patented technology and material market positions in several fast growing segments of the mining equipment industry.

In addition to representing an interesting growth case on its own, UltraSort is a strong strategic fit with Commodas (TiTechs unit within the mining segment) and the 2 units combined with form a market leader in the segment. Combined, Commodas and UltraSort have almost 150 sorting systems in mining operations located throughout the world.
 

Company Name: Crushers International
Telephone: 032 946 2546
Contact: Ross Thompson
 
CRUSHERS INTERNATIONAL TO BRING IN NEW CRUSHING AND SCREENING LINES TO SUPPLY STRAPPED AFRICAN MARKET
 
Crushers International is proud to announce their recently signed exclusive agency agreements covering the African continent with Terex-Simplicity and Lippmann-Milwaukee. Terex-Simplicity based in Michigan, USA manufactures both static and portable screening and washing plants.  Lippmann-Milwaukee based in Wisconsin, USA manufacturers both jaw and impact crushers in static and portable configuration, in addition to a range of feeders, rip rap plants and portable C&D waste recycling plants. 
 
As part of this milestone for all three companies, we have recently commenced importing inventory into South Africa for sale throughout the continent.  Our first Lippmann 3042 jaw crusher and a Terex-Simplicity portable material washing plant have arrived and will be on display at Electra Mining Africa 2008 in Johannesburg in early September. 
 
Crushers International would also like to announce its alliance with the Kwa-Zulu Natal based Ilanga Group.  This alliance will give our clients not only the best in pre-sale equipment selection and engineering, but also knowledgeable and responsive post sale service and support from a local name you know and trust.
 
 
Company Name: Cutts Machine Tools
Telephone: 011 425 4741
Contact: David Cutts
 
International supplier of new CNC machinery Hurco recently launched a new range of machines with the main feature being the easy to program WinMax CNC Control. This unique control system allows simple conversational commands to be used, making these new machines attractive propositions for small volume and even once-off part manufacture. It also has a clear graphical display of the component and tool path as it is programmed.
Although the control can handle any company’s ISNC code and macro programming as standard, there is no need to employ people with special G-code skills, as anyone with a little turning knowledge can quickly and easily become a competent operator of the machines.
 
Hurco has also recently established a local operation Hurco South Africa incorporated with local company Cutts Machine Tools. You will be able to view the local Hurco and Cutts Machine Tools ranges at the company’s stand at Electra Mining Africa 2008 at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng, from 8-12 September.
 
 
Company Name: Enclosure Solutions
Telephone: 011 421 2675
Contact: Trevor Wardill
Designation: General Manager
 
With a growing industry requirement for stainless steel products, Enclosure Solutions has introduced a comprehensive range of Grade 304, bright finished, stainless steal panel hardware under the brand name Pinnacle. Included in the range are bolt-on hinges and padlockable square key locks.
 
In addition, Enclosure Solutions is the sole distributor in Southern Africa for EMKA superior enclosure access hardware by Rohde including application specific industrial handles and Master-lock Safety Series – safety lock out/tag out systems. Product applications for these products include electrical, electronic, telecommunications, instrumentation and control, hydraulic and pneumatic, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, hospital, defense, maritime, aeronautical, railways and transport industries.
 
Enclosure Solutions, with more than 50 years combined experience in this industry, are able to give qualified assistance in helping customers determine and satisfy their design requirements, particularly in the field of trapped key interlock systems, custom built enclosures and safety lock-out systems.
 
Established in 1990 and based in Benoni, Gauteng, Enclosure Solutions offer prompt reliable deliveries nationwide. The company is committed to service excellence, with a mission is to supply quality tested products at competitive market related prices, backed by intelligent, courteous and reliable service.
 
Enclosure Solutions product rage includes industrial enclosures, enclosure locks and hinges, trapped key interlocks, safety lock out devices, door gasketing, busbar insulators, neutral and earth bars and slotted trunking, and the company now also offers a range of generator canopies and related fuel tanks.
 
 
Company Name: Hansen Transmissions
Telephone: 011 397 2495
Contact: Fritz Fourie
Designation: MD
 
Hansen Transmissions SA in top gear at Electra Mining Africa 2008

Industrial gear technology and mechanical power transmission specialists, Hansen Transmissions, can again be visited at their usual spot, Stand C19 in Hall 6, at Electra Mining Africa 2008.
 
This is the company’s ninth Electra Mining exhibition and the stand will feature a cross section of the company’s product range. In addition to the Hansen P4 large industrial gearbox, with torque ratings up to 1300 kNm, the modular M4 ACC (Air Cooled Condenser) helical gearbox, a cost effective and efficient solution for dry environments such as air-cooled steam condensation plants where water resources are scarce, will be on show. The Hansen M4 design incorporates the most modern techniques and proven Hansen P4 and M4 technology.
 
Also on show, will be the Hansen (I4) Invertible gearbox, designed by the company’s South African engineering team more than a decade ago and internationally accepted as standard for underground conveyor drives in the mining industry for the Hansen Transmissions Group.
 
Hansen’s locally designed Rigid Flange Couplings will complement the company’s product display and a team will be on standby with expert advice on products and services.
 
Hansen Transmissions SA has a proud track record of nearly 40 years in the supply of large industrial drive packages to South Africa’s mining, water treatment, mixer, materials handling and cooling tower industries.
 
 
Company Name: Hazleton Pumps
Telephone: 012 666 9664
Contact: Piet Swanepoel
Designation: Sales Manager

If your company is in need of aluminium and cast iron electric motors or a quality range of pumps, then look no further than the Hazelton Pumps stand at Electra Mining Africa 2008.

The Hazelton Pump Group is the sole owner of Femco. Femco International is the manufacturing and sales and marketing arm for aluminium and cast iron electric motors and switchgear enclosures.
In addition, Femco Manufacturing manufactures a complete range of pumps including Hippo Submersible and Vertical Pumps, Marlin Slurry pumps.

Hazleton Pumps are the sales and marketing arm for all the manufactured pumps, and have become known in the local market as a supplier of quality pumps.

“An ISO 9001 accredited company, we manufacture world-class flameproof pumps, motors and switchgear enclosures to the IEC 60079 part 1 specifications,” says Sales Manager Piet Swanepoel.
 
 
Company Name: Herrenknecht
Telephone: (011) 248 7000
Contact: Ms. Rene Rose
 
World premiere for Herrenknecht Direct Pipe
 
Herrenknecht has developed a new method called Direct Pipe, which combines the advantages of the established Microtunnelling method and Horizontal Directional Drilling technology. A string of prefab pipes is pulled in with only one step.
 
The new Direct Pipe method allows the trenchless jacking of a prefab pipe in one step with concurrent excavation of the drill hole. Similar to Pipe Jacking, the excavation of the soil is carried out with a Herrenknecht Micromachine. The navigable Micromachine conveys the excavated material via a slurry circuit above ground. The prefab pipe is pushed forward by the Herrenknecht Pipe Thruster. The pipe transmits the thrust force, required for drilling, to the cutterhead.
 
SONNTAG Baugesellschaft mbH & Co. KG used the new Direct Pipe method to lay a 464m long steel casing for a water pipeline, as well as power and telecommunication cables beneath the Rhine River near Worms, Germany. Breakthrough occurred only 13 days after the beginning of the construction work.
 
SONNTAG Baugesellschaft mbH & Co. KG, based in Dörth in the Hunsrück region, is the first company worldwide using this technology. The engineering firm de la Motte & Partner GmbH based in Reinbek near Hamburg, Germany was in charge of engineering and technical assistance of the construction project in Worms; contracted by the Wormsbased EWR Netz GmbH. A 464m long culvert was laid underneath the Rhine River. Before the culvert construction, one of three mains for the supply of drinking water of Worms, owned by EWR Netz GmbH, had been located on the old Nibelungen Bridge. For the sake of architectural appearance, an installation of pipes on the new Rhine Bridge should be avoided this time. This is why the construction of the culvert underneath the Rhine River became necessary.
 
The jobsite was set up on the Hessian side of the Rhine River between the flood protection dam and the riverbank. The Herrenknecht Utility Tunnelling Machine M-215M bored its way through the Rhine riverbed at a maximum depth of 10m. Geological formations consisting of silt, sand and gravel were crossed at a maximum pressure of 1.5bar. The Herrenknecht Pipe Thruster provided the required push force. The Pipe Thruster pushed the 464m long steel pipe (48’’ / Ø 1.20m) with a maximum force of 500t. The steel casing, consisting of 11m long pipe sections, was welded together on the jobsite.
 
The Project Manager of SONNTAG Baugesellschaft mbH & Co. KG Klaus Borniger is very satisfied with the evolution of the project, “This drilling method is not only cheaper than established methods, it also saves time. The increase in know-how will allow us to continue our role as competence bearer and trendsetter in the trenchless construction market and enable us to offer our customers even more efficient and environment-friendly solutions,” he says.
 
 
Company Name: High Power Equipment Africa
Telephone: 397 4670
Contact: Simon Smith
Designation: National Sales Manager
 
HPE Africa is taking their environmental impact very seriously and has implemented an in-house recycling program which ensures that all the company’s wastes are safely disposed of or recycled. In addition, the company has started planting one tree on behalf of each of the clients who buys an HPE Africa machine.
 
HPE Africa recently expanded the range of earthmoving equipment that it supplies by launching the Astra Articulated and Rigid Dump Trucks. The company also offers a full range of Hyundai Excavators, Skid Steer Loaders and Front End Wheel Loaders. In addition, the company also has a range of other products such as MB Crusher Buckets, Soosan Hydraulic Attachments, Extec Screening and Crushing Units and an excellent parts selection including generic parts.
 
HPE Africa has nationwide coverage and now offers 24 hour helpline on +2782 928 0535. You can view the company’s product range at Electra Mining Africa 2008 from 8-12 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng.
 
 
Company Name: Lincoln Lubrication SA
Telephone: 011 907 1192
Contact: Patrick Sanker
Designation: Sales and Marketing

 
Lincoln Lubrication SA will be displaying its new unique modular design PMV pump series. This innovative pneumatic pump for lubricants and oils uses the air logic technology of Lincoln’s proven and reliable PowerMaster III series. This technology provides a fully pneumatically controlled air motor with few moving parts. The air valve assembly, which controls the pump, can even be exchanged with ease while the pump remains in the drum.

The pumps are available with a 3" or 4¼" air motor and a ratio starting from 3:1 up to 50:1. As a result, a wide-range of applications can be covered – whether metering, pumping, lubricating, filling or transferring.

The unique modular design, and exceptionally high output for the size of the pump, make the PMV an economical and interesting solution. These pumps are used for indoor applications such as workshops or industrial applications, as well as in harsh environments such as lubrications units for construction and mining equipment.

In addition, the company’s Fast Fill range presents a complete product line of fluid delivery solutions for diesel fuelling needs for the mining, heavy construction, and forestry industries. In addition to diesel refueling nozzles and receivers, Lincoln Lubrication SA also provide coupler sets used for fluid delivery in crankcase, hydraulic, transmission and coolant systems. A full line of vents, adapters and swivels complete any customized installation requests.

Lincoln Lubrication SA offers automated lubrication systems, lubrication equipment and components, liquid fast-fill solutions, and fluid dispensing equipment. The company’s products and systems are supported with value added services, technical support, training, installation services and assistance.

 
Company Name: Marley Pipe Systems
Telephone: 011 739 8600
Contact: Catherine Casminati
Designation: Sales and Marketing

Providing a safe workplace is the obligation of every employer, no matter the industry. There are fewer industries on the planet that are as demanding on pipelines as the mining industry, and this can make providing a safe environment so much harder.

Recognizing the tough conditions in the mining industry, Marley Pipe Systems is proud to introduce the unique range of Philmac compression fittings for the connection of polyethylene pipes, to be known as Safelok. Made from a special formulation of polypropylene for unrivalled strength and performance, and with its distinct orange nuts for extra-high visibility, Safelok truly is the safest compression fitting on the planet.

Safelok fittings and a full range of HDPE and PVC pipe systems are available from Marley Pipe Systems national BEE partner Sizabantu Piping Sytems.

Visit the Marley Sizabuntu stand 8C14 at Electra Mining Africa 2008 from 8-12 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng.
 
 
Company Name: Maxwell
Telephone:
Contact:
 
Reliable Communications to your Project Site
 
Reliable communications to your project site is of critical importance nowadays. Have you considered the opportunity cost if you cannot reach your project team on site telephonically or with an email? Think of the project time delays that could be minimized by having reliable communication facilities to your project site.
 
Maxwell is proud to introduce our MAXI-SAT – a preconfigured containerized main communications unit (MCU) that could be deployed instantly to any location in the world. The MCU is shipped within a standard 20 inch container and could be transported using standard transport techniques.

The MCU is in essence a complete data centre supported with clean power, UPS capability, lightning arrestor, air conditioning and dust proof – ideal for any construction site! The MCU provides conveniently the following functionality:
 
·         Telephony
·         Fax
·         Email
·         Internet
·         Document sharing
·         File & print sharing
·         Networking
 
All the other important things; like firewall, anti-virus, backups, wireless hotspot, radio links, software, servers, domain hosting etc. is provided for within the MCU!
 
The MAXI-SAT comes in convenient sizes up to 200 users and beyond. Due to the reliability of the satellite link (>99.9%), we offer and provide as standard monthly remote and telephone support on a contractual basis.
 
Visitors to Electra Mining Africa 2008 can visit the company’s stand OS P37 for more information on this comprehensive product.
 
 
Company Name: Multi-Alloys
Telephone: 011 466 2480
Contact: Ken Perel      
 
 Multi-Alloys and Energy Engineered Products jointly exhibiting at Electra Mining Africa 2008
 
Multi-Alloys and associated company, Energy Engineered Products, will be exhibiting jointly at Electra Mining Africa 2008.  Multi-Alloys is exhibiting for the second time and decided to increase the size of the stand to exhibit jointly with Energy Engineered Products because of a close working relationship of more than 10 years between the two businesses. Both companies are niche marketers of industrial metals and allied products.
 
Multi-Alloys, one of the country’s leading suppliers of metals and special alloys is the South African distributor for the globally respected Brush Wellman range of alloys. ToughMet, an innovative Brush Wellman product, has set new standards in bearing markets with more than twice the PV limit of most conventional bearing materials. Introduced to local markets at Electra Mining 2006, the product will again feature at this year’s exhibition. 
 
 Energy Engineered Products focuses on three distinct areas – Energy Exports, (mining and oil industries in Africa), Energy Valves and Energy Metals, and is exhibiting for the first time. Electra Mining is the ideal platform for increasing market awareness for the company’s specialised valves, pipe and fittings ranges.                        
                                                                             
Visitors to Electra Mining Africa can visit the companies stands E29/30 in hall 6, at Electra Mining Africa 2008, where experienced Multi-Alloys / Energy Engineered Products teams will be on standby to share product information and advice.
 
 
 Company: New Way
Telephone: 011 613-3836
Contact: Jonathan Freed
Designation: Managing Director
 
The John Deere engine factory in Saran, France recently produced its 2 millionth diesel engine. The milestone two millionth engine is a 6068H non-emission regulated model, which was sent to New Way, John Deere’s long-standing engine distributor in South Africa, and is displayed in the reception area of their Johannesburg headquarters.
 
“It is entirely appropriate that our two millionth engine should go to South Africa, where our non-certified engines are being integrated into gensets to help meet the  huge demand for electricity in that country, particularly in remote locations,” comments Pierre Guyot, Managing Director John Deere Saran factory.
 
Saran factory has been producing engines since 1965 and currently has a production capacity of 100.000 engines per year. Originally concentrated on the supply of engines for John Deere agricultural and industrial equipment, John Deere Saran began to provide engines to OEMs from the mid 90s. The non-captive production gradually took off, moving from around 3,000 units in 1994 to some 55,000 in 2007. According to Pierre Guyot, expanding from internal sales to working closely with OEMs was essential to Saran factory growth. “We invest in getting to know OEM markets, understanding their needs, and then developing a wide range of engine types to meet those requirements.”
 
John Deere engine distributor for 10 years, New Way has experienced a dramatic increase of its engine sales during those 2 last years, mainly for generator set applications, due to the recurrent lack of energy resources in South African countries.     
 
 
Company Name: Oden Zin
Telephone: (011) 294 3712
Contact: EP Du Plessis
 
A new addition to the Electra Mining Africa Expo this year will be Oden Zin, a leading Load Haul Dumper rebuilder and engineering firm. The company will be exhibiting its range of products at the show for the first time this year and looks forward to the networking and potential clients that it will make contact with.
 
Electra Mining is the second largest mining show in the world and the biggest trade exhibition in Southern Africa, and is a recognized gateway into Africa for local and global investors looking for new business opportunities in the mining, construction, industrial and power generation industries.

“The broad scope of the show brings these coinciding industry sectors together at one location for visitor and exhibitor convenience,” says MD of Specialised Exhibitions John Kaplan.
 
The show takes place from 8-12 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng.
 
 
Company Name: Pilot Crushtec SA
Telephone: 011 842 5600
Contact: Yolanda Kamper
Designation: Marketing Coordinator
 
Pilot Crushtec, the leading SA provider of crushing, screening, washing and recycling solutions, will be exhibiting at the Electra Mining Africa 2008 show at Johannesburg’s Nasrec Expo Centre, stand A18, from 8-12 September 2008.
 
Visitors to the Pilot Crushtec stand will not only be able to inspect the company’s world-class products, but will meet with leading members of the team who come up with solutions to meet each client’s requirements. “Our motto is ‘Driven by Solutions.’ and we really are driven. We don’t just manufacture products – we design and install them as well,” says Sales Director, Graham Kleinhans. “There is no need to work through a consultancy when you deal with us as we listen closely to ascertain client needs, then work as a team to deliver a solution that meets those needs.” explains Kleinhans.
 
The flexibility to tailor their products in this way is achieved by Pilot Crushtec because of the highly modular nature of its crushing and screening plant and machinery, which allows for unique solutions to be designed and assembled in its Jet Park Factory. It also makes the entire process incredibly fast – from initial consultation to installation and implementation of the solution takes just 6 weeks in most cases.
 
“Visitors to our stand will get the change to speak with top management and memebers of the team, to see how we design our machines using modular parts, and to examine the resulting products, 6 of which will be on display,” says Kleinhans.
 
Pilot Crushtec will demonstrate the versatility and on-site flexibility of their equipment with examples of their modular and mobile range including:
·         Pilot Modular Jaw Crusher
·         Pilot Modular Cone Crusher
·         Pilot Modular Double Deck Screen
·         Terex Finlay Jaw Crusher
·         Terex Finlay Cone Crusher
·         TwisterTrac VSI Crusher
 
The last of these machines, the mobile TwisterTrac, is Pilot Crushtec’s unique vertical shaft impact crusher. This was the first production diesel-hydraulic tracked VSI crusher in the world, and has since proven itself in the most trying site conditions globally.

As a major mining show Electra Mining Africa is an opportunity not to be missed. “It provides us with an excellent opportunity to communicate with our existing and potential mining clients, and we therefore look forward, with great anticipation, to exhibiting there,” concludes Kleinhans.
 
 
 Company Name: Polysius
Telephone: 011 236 1218
Contact: Ralf Hesemann,
Designation: Joint Managing Director
 
Polysius cutting edge technology at Electra Mining Africa 2008
 
The Polysius stand (stand, J13 hall 6) at Electra Mining Africa will showcase grinding technology through a working model of the Polycom, demonstrating the processing of different minerals. The company’s team will also be on hand to share expertise and knowledge with visitors to the show. Polysius is a global specialist and leader in the design and supply of state-of-the-art equipment for grinding, pyroprocessing of minerals, ores and injection systems.
 
Polysius grinding equipment range includes Polycom high pressure grinding rolls (HPGRs), autogenous and semi-autogenous mills, ball mills and vertical roller mills. The Polycom’s studded roll wear protection tyres provide improved reliability and allow the rolls to run with well over 90% availability, with the autogenous layers of powdered and pressed ore forming a protective layer over the roll surface. The advanced process benefits of the studded roll Polycoms render the equipment ultimately suitable for diverse mining applications with a high profile in diamond, iron ore, gold, copper and platinum mines.
 
Polycoms have changed the face of the mining industry by offering increased production with significant energy savings of up to 30%. The Polycom concept was patented in 1980 and the cement industry placed the first order in 1985, a year later the first order from the minerals industry followed and by 2006 Polysius had more than 270 installations globally.
  
 
Company Name: Portabuild
Telephone: 082 901 2190
Contact: Karabo Noinyane
Designation: Marketing and Communications Manager
 
Originally designed for the navy and their exacting standards, the Jets vacuum system provides a streamlined solution suitable for installation anywhere traditional toilets are used. Jets vacuum toilets are particularly suited to:
 
·         Public areas including hotels, shopping centres, office buildings, hospitals, schools and restaurants.
·         Buildings or parts of building that are situated at lower level than the sewage network or sewage tank.
·         Renovated building where toilets need to be relocated or the existing sewage infrastructure has deteriorated.
 
The Jets vacuum system offers the following advantages:
 
• Minimal modification of existing buildings
• Reduced water consumption (1L/flush)
• Reduced effluent discharge
• Placement of piping independent of gravity
• Pipe dimensions 50 mm
 
 
Company Name: Pretoria Metal Pressings
Telephone: (012) 318 1282
Contact: Hennie Bester
 
Pretoria Metal Pressings ProBit has become known as a high quality, cost effective product for the mining industry. This unique button bit is produced using expertise used in the manufacture of armaments, and is a perfect fit for the mining industry.
 
Pretoria Metal Pressings uses a cold forming process to manufacture these knock-off button bits, each with a body of consistent dimensional and superior metallurgical properties. The finished product is marketed as ProBit.
 
Pretoria Metal Pressings is an ISP 9001 certified manufacturing company, with dedicated, timeous customer support, employing existing technologies and expertise to develop and produce mining products to suit customer’s individual requirements.
 
Visitors to Electra Mining Africa 2008 will have the opportunity to view ProBit and other Pretoria Metal Pressings products at the company’s stand between 8-12 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng.
 
 
Company Name: Procon Environmental Technologies       
Telephone number: (013) 697 4617                                   
Contact: Andy Miller              
Designation: Director
 
Solving Environmental Challenges with World Class Technology
 
Is your company looking for cost effective waste water treatment; powerful oil-water separators; improvement in health, safety and environmental standards; soil remediation; and spill prevention equipment? Then look no further than Procon Environmental Technologies.
 
“We have spent the last 15 years developing international partnerships to supply oil water separation solutions, environmental control products, spill prevention products and bioremediation projects to the mining industry,” says Procon Environmental Technologies Director Andy Miller.
 
“With a dedicated team of professionals providing a turnkey solution, we specialize in managing projects from beginning to end,” says Miller. “This includes everything from initial site survey and assessment, through to design and implementation phase encompassing civil work, equipment installation, commissioning and training,” he says.
 
“Our experienced and qualified project teams are able to assist you to meet environmental compliance,” concludes Miller.
 
You can visit the Procon stand in Hall 10 stand A35 at Electra Mining Africa 2008 at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng between 8 and 12 September. 
 
 
Company Name: Reutech Radar Systems
Telephone: 021 880 1150
Contact: Monique Lenhoff
Designation: Communications
 
New movement and surveying radar unveiled
 
Reutech Radar Systems has recently unveiled a modern long-range movement and surveying radar, the MSR 300. Unrivalled in its class, the MSR 300 now offers continuous slope monitoring and surveying of rock surfaces up to a slant range of 2500m under all weather conditions.
 
The MSR 300 is capable of detecting sub-millimeter movement of the rock face at this range, whilst employing the most modern propriety technology which now eliminates the two major limitations experienced with radar-based displacement measurement systems to date. These limitations are caused by rapidly varying climatic conditions as well as slope movement that exceeds rates of more than 15mm from scan-to-scan. Both these conditions can lead to inaccurate measurements and consequently create false alarms that dramatically affect the performance of the system.
 
The MSR 300 offers the capability of tracking movements of up to 300mm from scan-to-scan as well as maintaining a high level of immunity to false alarms during sudden environmental changes such as rain, dust storms or mist formations.
 
The MSR 300 also offers significant improvement in the system’s surveying capability. The system now offers a range accuracy of better than 50mm on any specific point target, thereby allowing continuous real-time surveying of the area of interest under all weather conditions.
 
“When we decided to improve the MSR 200’s range performance, we did not want to exclude existing users from the new benefits. We achieved this by ensuring that any MSR 200 can be upgraded at the user’s site within a day,” says Jan de Beer, head of Reutech Mining. “By fitting a slightly larger antenna and replacing some of the sub-systems, the MSR 200 system achieves full MSR 300 status within a few hours. This advantage allows users to utilise the MSR 200 for applications of 1200m or less, and once their range requirements increase beyond this, they can easily upgrade to the extended-range MSR 300 configuration,” continues de Beer.
 
“The MSR 200 and MSR 300 are well differentiated in price and performance and offer our clients the best value for money for their specific needs,” says James Verster, CEO of Reutech Radar Systems.
 
 
 Company Name: RHMS Timberwood
Telephone: 011 499 1282
Contact: R Bentley

The completion of the piazza at the New National Library in Pretoria is a milestone in the design and supply of 5000 of the unique Buzon pedestals used for all types of raised floors, terraces, pedestrian areas, timber decks and similar applications. The Buzon pedestal system is one of the leading systems for the construction of raised floors and terraces, with a proven track record – having been used in more than 25 countries around the world, and gained an impressive list of international references as well as local projects.

Those completed in SA this year alone include a wooden deck at the Bluebird Shopping Centre, Melrose; a wooden tile deck at the Gordon Institute of Business Science, Hyde Park; travertine tiles at the Michelangelo Towers in Sandton, as well as the concrete pavers of the New National Library in Pretoria.

All local designs have been undertaken by Rhoms Timberworld in conjunction with Buzon International, and pedestals can be supplied for the clients own installation after training by Rhoms Timberworld. Alternatively a turnkey design, supply and installation service is offered by the company.

The Buzon pedestal system offers many advantages to architects and end-users, including being fully adjustable for all heights from a minimum of 17mm to a maximum of 620mm. The Buzon pedestals with a top surface area of 190cm² are unique.

The system also offers the architect the possibility to use any type of decking material – natural stone tiles, ceramic tiles, wooden tiles, industrial gratings or timber decking. The architects also have the freedom to specify the width of the space between the tiles used. This unique feature is useful when the same space between the tiles on the terrace and the tiles on the walls is requested.

The pedestals can be easily installed on almost any type of substrate – roofing membranes, insulation boards, cement screed and so forth. The pedestals are supported by a base of area 320 cm² which allows installation directly on top of all types of roofing membranes and even directly on top of insulation panels.

By using the unique and patented PH-5 slope compensation device, the pedestals can compensate for a slope of 0-5%, with a result that the terrace or raised floor will always be perfectly level. At the same time, by having the possibility to specify a slope of up to 5% for the substrate below, superior drainage and improved durability of the water proofing are obtained.

The Buzon pedestals are equipped with a safety system so that a minimum of three ribs are always inserted into each other, ensuring a high stability and safe application of the terrace or raised floor.

Each part of the system uses a minimum thickness of 5mm polypropylene, so that the pedestals can withstand a load of up to 1000 kg/pedestal. Also of great importance is the ability to pick up tiles under installation, allowing access to the waterproof surface, service conduits or other items hidden from view under the floor surface.

They also provide ease of drainage, which means that puddeling is avoided on the floor surface, because all the drainage immediately passes to the waterproofed surface for rapid water removal.
 
 
Company Name: Rijva Quality Machines
Telephone: 011 827 0639
Contact: Byron Gueffroy
Designation: MD

Rijva Quality Machines at the Electra Mining Exhibition 2008

At Electra Mining Africa 2008, Rijva Quality Machines will be exhibiting the first Band Saw of its size in South Africa with a capacity of 1,250mm, and able to mitre cut in both directions. This machine is fully CNC controlled and can be used as a stand alone machine in steel service centers, or as part of a fully automated drilling and sawing line, all available from Voortman.

As the largest supplier and stock holder of eccentric presses Rijva Quality Machines are proud to show the impressive range of Ter Hart Eccentric Presses available from 6,3Ton to 400 Ton capacity in C-Frame type presses as well as a full range of single and double point straight sided presses and hydraulic presses to suit most applications.

The company will also have a 1,200mm ×2,400mm CNC plasma cutting system from the Canadian company FastCut CNC, showing its capabilities and value for money.

Pneumatic strip feeding at its best in both quality and pricing will also be on show at the exhibition, Herrblitz can supply the right choice for all your strip feeding requirements.

Rijva meticulously choose good quality equipment from suppliers situated all over the world including hydraulic workshop presses, band saws, cold saws, pipe notching equipment, cutting and welding equipment, section and plate rolling, universal iron working, drilling machines and sets of combination hand tools at affordable prices.
 
 
Company Name: SA Recycling Equipment
Telephone:
Contact: Robby Mc Clelland
Designation: MD
 
“S.A. Recycling Equipments (SARE) processing equipment is highly productive and of world-class quality, keeping down time to a minimum and creating huge cost savings and maximizing profitability,” says MD Robby Mc Clelland.

The company, which is currently the largest recycling machinery and equipment supplier in South Africa, supplies mobile; semi-mobile; stationary shear bailers to automatic bailers; cranes and wire strippers.
 
Established in 2006, the company’s founder and MD Mr Robby Mc Clelland, identified the need to enhance the recycling industry in South Africa and Sub-Sahara Africa. The company now has a well established team with over 36 years experience in the recycling industry and an acute knowledge of how to design solutions that are tailor made for each situation.
 
After world wide travel and extensive investigating for the right product, SARE aligned itself with Italy’s foremost processor manufacturer Sierra.
Sierra operates under the strictest control procedures in order to meet the demands and high expectations of their customers.
 
SARE has branches in Johannesburg and Durban with all the corporate in-depth, personalized service and a comprehensive support team to service this competitive industry. The company’s range can be seen at stand 10A17 at Electra Mining Africa 2008, from 8-12 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng.
  
 
Company Name: Scan RF Projects
Telephone: 011 665 5020
Contact: Jean Schroder
Designation: Director
 
Scan RF Projects is a broadband wireless access solutions provider and has been at the forefront of this technology since 1999. The company provides wireless communications equipment and networks that are cost effective, fast to deploy and more reliable than copper.
 
 “We offer wireless data, voice, video and multimedia networks over Ethernet as well as wireless control and instrumentation signals for the mining industry,” says Scan RF Projects director Jean Schroder. “We strive to always live up to our slogan which is Wireless Networking at its best,” Schroder concludes.
 
Visitors to Electra Mining Africa 2008 can visit the Scan RF Projects stand at the show between 8 and 12 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, Gauteng.
 
 
Company Name: Semikron International
Telephone: 0911 6559 158
Contact: Annette Muller
Designation: Press Contact
 
Drivers go digital
 
Semikron has unveiled a new IGBT driver generation. The new driver SKYPER 52 is based on fully digital signal processing, allowing for the transmission of isolated sensor signals and individual protection level settings. This means that development engineers can do away with costly discrete isolated circuits. The result is fewer system components and improved overall system reliability.
 
Differential digital signal processing not only provides numerous technical advantages but also ensures a high level of signal integrity and hence high noise rejection. With the digital driver SKYPER 52, switching characteristics, shut down levels, as well as error processing can be set to meet the given application requirements. In other words, this driver is a unique flexible IGBT driver.
 
Digital signal processing does not depend on the component parameters, is highly robust and is unaffected by temperature fluctuations or the affects of ageing. For development engineers this means flexibility with the driver circuitry properties and, consequently, the control settings for the power electronics, which can be adapted to meet the individual needs.
 
If an error is detected, all of the power transistors can be switched off either individually or sequentially. Overvoltage’s, especially those that occur in short-circuit turn-off conditions, are reduced by the IGBT driver. To do so, the driver switches the power transistor smoothly. This is possible thanks to intelligent turn-off control. Furthermore, with the new graphic Generic User Interface, Semikron customers can enjoy the benefits of a user-friendly configuration platform that can run on Linux, Mac OS X or Windows systems. "The changeover to a digital driver means we can now give our customers all the benefits of digital technology in combination with the unmatched properties of our IGBT drivers," explains Markus Hermwille, Senior Product Manager of the Electronics division at Semikron.
 
The digital driver SKYPER 52 is RoHS compliant and suitable for 1200 V and 1700 V IGBT modules. It has two 9W output channels and a peak gate current of up to 50 A, making it suitable for parallel connected IGBT modules with a total current of up to 9,000A. SKYPER 52 is also suitable for high-frequency applications that require high driver output power and switching frequencies (up to 100 kHz). The insulation voltage is 4 kV and the turn-off voltage -15 V. The rugged LVDS-compatible and hence differential signal inputs and outputs correspond with the 3.3 V and 5 V I/O standards. The driver circuit can therefore be directly connected to a micro-controller or DSP without level conversion.
 
Semikron is the market leader in the field of diode/thyristor modules, enjoying a 34% share of the worldwide market. Semikron’s product range consists of 21,000 different power semiconductors, including chips, discrete diodes/thyristors, power modules (IGBT / MOSFET / diode / thyristor), driver and protection components and integrated subsystems. 
 
 
Company Name: Sew-Eurodrive
Telephone: (011) 248 7000
Contact: Rene Rose
Designation: Marketing Manager

 
SEW Eurodrive showcases at Electra Mining

SEW Eurodrive, a German owned multinational company and leaders in drive engineering and drive electronics, will use Electra Mining Africa 2008 as the official launch platform for their new range of industrial gears in South Africa, the X Series.
 
This product is very appropriate to the mining industry and covers the torque range 58kNm to 175kNm. Main features of this product include robust gear housing; reduced cost and weight due to high power density and finely stepped sizes; effective cooling systems; two mounting positions with a single version. Product offers split housing; reversible gear unit housing allowing for variable installation; and shorter delivery times for standard versions and spare parts.
 
The new X Series is also of interest in mixing and aerating applications for cement and water treatment industries.
 
SEW Eurodrive products are present in over 80% of all industries. Recently completed projects include the Lumwana copper mine in Zambia, the Two Rivers platinum mine in Steelpoort, Mpumalanga as well as a nickel mine in the Pilansberg.
 
Further exhibits which are bound to draw attraction are the various energy saving solutions which have been developed by SEW Eurodrive. “Europe has been conscious of energy saving for many years now, so the technology has actually been around for some time. It is only now that companies in South Africa are seeing the value of these products. In the face of the recent power crises, it has become a necessity to review energy consumption” comments Urs Roos, MD of SEW Eurodrive South Africa.
 
Of particular interest will be the mechatronic drive solution, the Movigear which won the 2007 Frost and Sullivan Award for product innovation. The Movigear was developed to satisfy the complex requirements demanded of horizontal technology in a wide range of industries.
 
Other areas of interest are the aseptic technology from SEW Eurodrive which is used in hygienic environments, as well as the winning display of the PneuDrive Challenge – the mechatronic student competition which was sponsored by SEW Eurodrive and Festo.
 
Make sure to visit SEW Eurodrive at Electra Mining Africa which is being held from 8–12 September 2008 at the Nasrec Exhibition Centre in Johannesburg. The company promises to wow visitors with the daily entertainment programme between 12:00 and 14:00 at their stand in Hall 6 Stand J 20.
 
 
Company Name: Siemag M-Tec2
Telephone: 011 397 3774
Contact: Reshmi Dewa
Designation: PA Sales and Marketing

 
The market for underground shaft hoisting systems within the high performance range was estimated at approximately Є 250 million in 2006, with sustained growth of 4-6% anticipated up to the year 2010.

Siemag M-Tec² is an international mining specialist for shaft and slope hoisting technology. With its headquarters situated in Netphen, Germany, where work assembly and precommissioning is undertaken in about 5000m² of workshop space, the company also has subsidiaries and service support strategically based in South Africa and the USA.

Siemag M-Tec² is positioned as a niche solution player and has a core international customer base in the underground mining industry. Since the downsizing of its machining and fabrication sections in 2003, the company has shifted its strategic direction for manufacturing competitiveness.

The strategic direction of the company comprises organic growth in the markets, project partnering and alliances. Strategic measures focus essentially on an intensified market penetration in Russia, Africa and China. The development of good after sales service forms and integral part of the company’s business relationships to ensure customer safety and satisfaction, and investment in strategic procurement enables it to provide a competitive advantage to clients.

 
Company Name: Silvercross Helicopters
Telephone: 021 934 2556
Contact: Keith Piggott
Designation: COO
 
There is a new name to watch out for in the world of Geological Exploration and Mining Support on the African continent – Silvercross. This company has the most modern fleet on the continent and their R150-million rands worth of helicopter assets are all owner managed, providing an unparalleled alignment of interests between the client, the operator and the asset owners.

The protection of assets and safety are of paramount importance using their tried and tested Flight Safety Management System. All parties will experience meeting project objectives, whilst balancing cost effective and economical operations with quality assurance and safety.

Silvercross employ only world class professionally trained and experienced flight crew and operations personnel. All the aircraft are sub 1000 hour Eurocopter AS350 B3s. All the helicopters have been impressively specified to the highest quality standards and all have the latest satellite tracking technology, “power by the hour” maintenance contracts, guaranteeing availability of parts and rapid turnaround that ensures the meeting of project deadlines and objectives.

The Silvercross management team has over two decades of experience in helicopter operations on the African continent, including geological reconnaissance, airborne geophysical and seismic surveys, stream sediment sampling, drill rig and logistics support and even Casevac.

It is difficult to find any other operator with the same degree of standardisation, the latest technology and a more impressive fleet, a stronger focus on safety and client service, with the same degree of experience that is able to operate as economically and effectively on the African continent.
 
 
Company Name: Sisa Industry
Telephone: 031 569 1915
Contact: Carol Stewart
Designation: Office Manager

 
Does your company have a spilling, clogging, or conveyor problem? Then you need to visit the Sisa Industry stand at G7 in Hall 8 at Electra Mining Africa 2008. The company  specializes in material handling and vacuuming of dry bulk materials, as well as solving all types of problems including conveyors problems, build-ups, clogging problems in storages units (even at high temperature applications), material handling of spillages and cleaning etc.
The company also provides sealed conveyor systems including Liftube, Airchoc Air Cannons, and industrial vacuum systems, silo cleaning services in total safety, belt scrapers, rubber buckets and obturator valves.

Sisa Industry will be taking advantage of the broad scope of visitors from the mining, construction, industrial and power generation industries brought together at the show. “The broad scope of the show brings these coinciding industry sectors together at one location for visitor and exhibitor convenience,” says John Kaplan, MD at Specialised Exhibitions, organizers of the show. “It’s a platform to showcase the latest developments, technologies, trends, products and services in all sectors of these industries,” he concludes.
 
 
 Company Name: SKF South Africa
Telephone: 011 821 3500
Contact: Samantha Joubert
 
SKF’s 5 global platforms of knowledge engineering at Electra Mining 2008
 
SKF has maintained global leadership in bearing technology since 1907 and will share this century of experience, technological know-how and product innovation at Electra Mining Africa 2008 at the company’s stand F31 in hall 5. The company has moved beyond bearings and has a competitive edge with five broad product technology platforms including bearings and units, seals, lubrication solutions, mechatronics and services. The bearings and units platform, incorporating power transmission, is the core of SKF’s business, while growth in the other four platforms and strategic asset management acquisitions, give SKF the lead in the lubrication solutions, seals and mechatronics.
 
The SKF team will also be on site at the show to supply details about SKF’s bearing remanufacturing facility in Jet Park. This facility resolves the problem of ever-increasing lead times for acquisition of new large size bearings (LSBs).  Remanufacturing presents the best possible solution in terms of cost and lead time as bearings that are in service can be removed during planned maintenance shut down periods. The current energy crisis will also increase demand on remanufactured bearings as Eskom is re-starting “mothballed” power stations in order to increase power supply.
                                                                       
SKF’s comprehensive package, focuses on complete tailor-made solutions and is supported by a countrywide branch network and appointed distributors. The company entered the local market in 1914, and is Africa’s leading service and knowledge engineering solutions provider, boasting a customer portfolio that includes mining, steel, paper, sugar, food and beverage, automotive, petrochemical, cement and power generation industries.
 
 
 Company Name: Steinmuller Engineering Services
Telephone: 011 806 3000
Contact: Paula Matlala
 
Steinmuller Africa is now able to supply a diversified product range to the local market. The company recently moved into its new workshop premises in Pretoria, which comprises the manufacturing and fabrication arm of the Group. Operating a quality system based on the requirements of the ISO 9000 system in full, a diversified product range can now be sourced locally.
 
This investment in state of the art machinery, equipment and know-how provides Southern Africa capacity and resources for the fabrication and manufacture of:

Boiler Pressure parts including Tube Membrane Welding;
Pressure vessels, Tanks, Reactors and Columns;
Heat exchangers for high and low temperature and abrasive media;
High, medium and low pressure pipework; and
Heavy sophisticated welded and machined structures and components
 
Steinmuller Africa is involved in the maintenance of power plants and construction of Petra Chemical, power generation and chemical processing plants in Africa.
 
 
Company Name: Super Brooms Africa (With Crushers International)
Telephone:
Contact: Ross Thompson
 
ILANGA GROUP SEALS SUPERIOR BROOM ROAD MACHINERY AGENCY
 
Kwa-Zulu Natal company, Ilanga Steelphalt (trading as Super Brooms Africa), recently attained the agency for “Superior Brooms”, a company based in Wichita, Kansas City, U.S.A. The deal has closed a gap that was previously evident in the market, due to the fact that there was no local entity providing these particular types of brooms, or back up support. 
 
According to Mr. Jan Van der Merwe, President of the Ilanga Group of companies “As road construction and maintenance contractors, we have been using brooms for over 12 years now, and were acutely aware of the demand for an effective local representation to provide the market with timely back-up support and effective service gratification. In the past, this just simply wasn’t available.”
 
The deal was officially signed off after a recent trip to the Connexpo mining/construction show in Las Vegas, and the agency agreement covers the entire African continent. Unique exclusives are rear suspension systems, one of the best sound suppressed cabs in the industry, a load compensated piston hydraulic system and an electronic brush control.
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