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Atlas Copco introduces X-Air 900-20

With the introduction of the X-Air 900-20, Atlas Copco strengthens its DrillAir portfolio with a flexible, application driven portable air compressor designed for the realities of mining and construction operations worldwide. Atlas Copco has expanded its DrillAir portfolio of portable air compressors with the launch of the X-Air 900-20, a …

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Caterpillar opens global innovation challenge

As advanced technologies continue to transform how work gets done, Caterpillar Inc. is reinforcing its commitment to the workforce behind that transformation. The company is opening registration for the Building the Future Workforce Challenge, a global innovation competition first discussed on stage at CES® 2026 by Caterpillar Chairman and Chief …

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Reframing mine housing from allowance to asset

By Rowan Albertyn* South Africa’s mining sector has long been shaped by systems of migrant labour, where employees travelled vast distances from rural homes to industrial centres. For decades, this reality was underpinned by hostel accommodation that may have been functional for the most part, but ultimately undesirable and unsustainable …

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Growing solar partnership offers a capex-free path to energy independence

Southern African solar solutions provider SolarSaver, solar technology manufacturer Sigenergy and distributor SIAAC have partnered to simplify the shift to renewable energy for businesses across Africa, cemented by a 100 MWh corporate agreement. This strategic alliance leverages SolarSaver’s capex-free solar solutions, SIAAC’s robust distribution network, and Sigenergy’s advanced energy storage …

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SA’s Condra celebrate diamond jubilee

Condra, which will on June 24 celebrate its diamond jubilee, owes its origin to Sepp Kleiner, who in 1959 strapped a tent and two changes of clothing onto a bicycle, and set off on a two-wheeled journey to Cape Town, travelling from Reischach, Germany, across France and Spain to North …

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