Despite Level 9 vehicle intervention for collision avoidance being mandatory on South African mines since 2022, a significant barrier to effective proximity detection system (PDS) implementation is not just the deployment of technology but also operational readiness on mines, says Booyco Electronics CEO Anton Lourens. He emphasises that successful adoption requires full leadership commitment, cross-functional collaboration between departments and alignment of PDS with traffic management plans, risk assessments, and change management processes.

Atlas Copco is extremely proud to unleash its new robust lineup of PAS-PAC H/SH super high head portable pumps that are built tough to conquer Africa’s harshest environments, sustainably taking operations to new efficiency heights.

Omnia Holdings company BME and Swedish-based Hypex Bio Explosives Technology (Hypex Bio) have advanced their partnership beyond Canada by initiating an infrastructure and product development programme for the Southern African Development Community (SADC) market.

The close correlation between fragmentation size and mining costs has often been overlooked by mines, said Derick Menezes, Regional Manager: Underground Operations at BME, in a recent webinar.

Whether it is wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), keeping aisles clear of obstacles or adhering to local and international material handling equipment safety standards, safety in warehouses and distribution centres (DCs) is paramount.