Polymer technology is rapidly reshaping the industrial machinery and lifting equipment landscape, offering performance advantages that are increasingly surpassing traditional steel bearings. As engineering demands evolve and operating environments become harsher, high-performance polymers are proving to be stronger, more durable and more cost-effective for a wide range of lifting applications.Continue Reading
Maintaining conveyor belt cleanliness is more than a routine task—it’s essential for operational efficiency and safety. Excessive carryback can reduce belt and component life by up to 30%, yet the cost of implementing a multiple belt cleaner system often represents less than 5% of total belt wear, delivering substantial benefits.Continue Reading
De Beers Group’s Upstream Technology business has launched a next generation subsea crawler, more than two decades after developing its first underwater mining system for diamond recovery. The new crawler, designed for Debmarine Namibia’s flagship vessel Benguela Gem, marks a significant advancement in marine diamond recovery technology. Rudi Agostinho, NextContinue Reading
Asgo, based in Nazareth, USA, has unveiled an upgraded version of its Grip-Trac Rubber Tru-Trainer conveyor belt tracking idlers, designed to boost efficiency, safety, and productivity in bulk material handling operations. The improved idlers combine Asgo’s Tru-Trainer technology with an advanced moulded rubber design. Key features include a unique arrowheadContinue Reading
Konecranes has supplied its latest X-series crane to Croatian packaging company Paklog d.o.o., enhancing the efficiency and safety of their growing packing operations in Zagreb. Ordered in May 2025, the crane and its runway structure are now fully operational, marking the first crane installation in Paklog’s facility. Paklog specializes inContinue Reading
Mammoet has signed a support agreement to assist Heerema Marine Contractors in the offshore installation of two massive topsides as part of TenneT’s landmark 2GW Programme in the North Sea. Preparing for Floatover Mammoet’s scope of work includes skidding the topsides from a heavy transport vessel (HTV) onto Heerema’s newlyContinue Reading
Konecranes S series hoist brings intelligent solutions to enhance operator safety and productivity Crane safety is not optional—it’s essential. That’s the message from Ian Grobler, Sales Manager for Konecranes and Demag South Africa, as the company launches its cutting-edge Konecranes S series hoist, packed with smart technologies designed to elevateContinue Reading
Despite a clear conflict with Regulation 224(b) of the National Road Traffic Act (1996), transporters across South Africa continue to operate high-cube containers without abnormal load permits — and authorities appear to be looking the other way. The regulation limits the maximum permissible height for vehicles on public roads toContinue Reading
At this year’s Hannover Messe, motion plastics specialist igus introduced its latest innovation in cable management systems: the glide-chain G4.42, a lightweight, cost-effective energy chain designed specifically for gliding applications with travel lengths of up to 30 meters—ideal for use in indoor cranes and production hall systems. Engineered for EfficiencyContinue Reading
Liebherr Container Cranes continues to redefine container handling with its advanced range of Rubber Tyre Gantry (RTG) cranes, offering electric, hybrid, and variable speed generator (VSG) models. Designed with a strong focus on sustainability, performance, and adaptability, these RTGs empower terminal operators to enhance operational efficiency while progressing toward aContinue Reading
