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New digital tool reconditioning portal puts customers fully in control
Second Quarter 2026
Sandvik Coromant has upgraded its tool reconditioning service for solid round tools. The upgraded service replaces a previously manual, multi-stage workflow with a streamlined, fully online experience that dramatically reduces quotation and turnaround times.

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New automation innovations on show at Electra Mining Africa 2026
Second Quarter 2026
South African engineers are leaders in innovation and technology development. Many of these innovations and newly automated systems will be on display at the largest trade show of its kind in southern Africa, Electra Mining Africa 2026, taking place in Johannesburg later this year.

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From a technological revolution to a global standard.
Second Quarter 2026, Beckhoff Automation
When Beckhoff elevated the industrial computer to the status of a central control system four decades ago, a paradigm shift occurred.

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Investment in training is key for the lubrication industry
Second Quarter 2026
Lubrication management has grown more sophisticated in recent years, yet equipment failure rates linked to lubrication problems remain stubbornly high. The reason for this is that technology can only go so far without the people behind it being properly trained.

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Elevating artisanal skills is key to revitalising South Africa’s economy
Second Quarter 2026
We need to challenge the stigma attached to artisanal and technical careers, and we also need a mindset shift supported by the schooling system so that young people understand future career pathways, choose subjects accordingly, and recognise that artisanal and technical skills carry equal value in a modern economy.

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From the editor's desk: A tool not a crutch
Second Quarter 2026, Technews Publishing
Every year, the dictionaries try to summarise a year of human behaviour with a single word, the word of the year. You can question the value of this, but it’s quite entertaining. Words are important, ...

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Experience ICRA 2026 right here in Gqeberha, South Africa
Second Quarter 2026
The IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) is the largest robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, and manufacturing conference in the world. You can experience the premier keynote and plenary presentations in Gqeberha.

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Woman of Stature Awards South Africa
Second Quarter 2026
In a powerful recognition of excellence in a traditionally male-dominated industry, Thabisile Phumo won the Woman in Mining and Engineering award at the 2026 Woman of Stature Awards South Africa.

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Electra Mining Africa 2026
Second Quarter 2026
Electra Mining Africa will take place at Nasrec, Johannesburg from 7 to 11 September 2026.

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Toolbox on the Move brings critical components and support right to your door
Second Quarter 2026, Bearing Man Group T/A BMG
BMG has expanded its service to businesses operating in remote areas in the Eastern Cape with the launch of a new mobile sales and support initiative.

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Tech4Tomorrow brings robotics, coding and responsible AI to young learners
Second Quarter 2026
Tech4Tomorrow recently brought energy, innovation and opportunity to Hammarsdale through a powerful 3-day tech programme hosted at uBhedu Primary School. The programme introduced learners to robotics, coding, responsible AI, drones and 3D printing, all through fun and hands-on learning guided by expert tutors.

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WearCheck turns the focus on friction modifiers
First Quarter 2026
One of the most important features of a lubricant is the reduction of friction between two surfaces.A dditives like friction modifiers are added to perform this function. Wearcheck turns the focus on friction modifiers

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From the editor's desk: Where is AI taking us?
First Quarter 2026, Technews Publishing
         Welcome to another year with Motion Control. May it be a happy and healthy one where you can rise to the challenges ahead and still enjoy all the good things we have in this country. As we continue ...

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Timken funds Kids Haven STEM classroom
First Quarter 2026
A bright new chapter in digital education has begun at Kids Haven with the official opening of a fully equipped STEM classroom at the Kids Haven Village. This exciting addition was generously donated by Timken South Africa and expertly installed by Breadline Africa.

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Bearings International enters South Africa’s pump market
First Quarter 2026, Bearings International
Bearings International has entered into the local pumps market through an exclusive distribution agreement with leading Italian pump manufacturer, SAER.

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SKF launches the Patent Bay
First Quarter 2026, SKF South Africa
SKF is launching The Patent Bay, a new platform open to companies that aim to accelerate technologies with the potential to advance sustainability, by making selected patents freely available to others.

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SKF and Sieb & Meyer announce strategic partnership for magnetic bearings
First Quarter 2026, SKF South Africa
SKF has announced a strategic partnership with Sieb & Meyer, a renowned expert in variable frequency drives and control electronics.

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Young SA scientists awarded medals at IRIS Global Symposium in India
First Quarter 2026
Young local scientists have been awarded gold and silver medals at the recent Initiative for Research and Innovation in STEM global symposium in India, where they displayed their scientific brilliance.

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UKZN’s SMART lab wins aviation award
First Quarter 2026
The SMART Lab at UKZN was awarded first place in the Aviation Research and Development category at the Civil Aviation Authority of South Africa’s award ceremony for outstanding contributions and achievements in the aviation sector.

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Hamar Controls earns dual Siemens Partner Awards
First Quarter 2026
Hamar Controls, a provider of advanced electrical, control and instrumentation solutions to Africa’s mining and industrial sectors for over 40 years, has been honoured with two Smart Infrastructure Partner of the Year Awards by Siemens.

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