September 2007
Sandvik's new generation CrawlmasterTM 1208i Classic mobile crushing unit at Lafarge Aggregates' Ridgeview quarry in Durban. Discussing the Crawlmaster's performance are Deon Bosman, Lafarge business unit manager for aggregate operations in Durban (left) and Glenn Schoeman, Sandvik quarrying manager for Africa. See page 4 for details.
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Infrastructure spend is growth driver for concrete and aggregates supplier
Currently the oldest company supplying ready mixed concrete and aggregates in South Africa, WG Wearne is fast becoming a force to be reckoned with. MQ chats to chief executive officer John Wearne
Mooiplaas - a shining example of the PPC way of life
MQ visits PPC Aggregates' Mooiplaas dolomite mine which has grown from strength to strength. The operation is a Showplace operation in every way
True value of effective lubrication management seldom realised
MQ talks to Shell's industrial lubricants manager Andre Evans about the importance of effective lubrication
IQSA Annual Symposium report back
Report back on the Annual Symposium held in early September at Greenway Woods Resort in White River
Aspasa looks at stricter compliance within the industry
MQ catches up with Aspasa director Nico Pienaar for an update on this national association's plans for the future
The mechanical seal industry's contribution to energy efficiency in pumping systems
This technical paper details areas where significant energy conservation and pump operating efficiencies have been achieved by changing the piping plans of pump systems
Full manufacturing facility serves African continent with ease
This technical paper details areas where significant energy conservation and pump operating efficiencies have been achieved by changing the piping plans of pump systems
Concrete excellence recognised in prestigious Fulton Awards
This article looks at the impressive concrete construction projects and concepts that have earned these awards
