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“This, in turn, impedes production,” maintenance solutions to ensure the longevity of mining infrastructure,” he explains.
he adds. “Consequently, there has been a “Electrical systems in particular require constant maintenance to ensure their reliability
surge in demand for alternative products and safety under harsh mining conditions.”
and solutions from local suppliers. “With 26% of fatalities on South African mines in the first half of this year reportedly
Not only does this avoid dependence being caused by electrical accidents, maintenance becomes all the more crucial - as
on those abroad, but also eliminates does training on the proper use of alternative electrical products. Ideally, training should
reliance on a solitary supplier for certain comply with standards such as SANS 10198 and NRS 053:2008 which deal with the
products.” selection, handling and installation of electric power cables and accessories.”
Maasch points out that it is vital To bridge the gap left by supply chain disruptions, Tank Industries has added several
for the mining industry to ramp up cable and accessory product ranges to its portfolio that have applications for newly
production to recover from the effects built and existing open pit and underground mines. These include electrical tapes and
of the past three years. “However, it is insulating solutions from Plymouth Rubber; specially formulated lubricants, sealants,
also struggling financially, with South adhesives and cleaners from Polywater; and jointing solutions from Raychem. Training is
Africa now rated as one of the 10 most also provided on their use along with technical support.
unattractive countries in the world for “If the past three years have shown us anything, it’s that uncertainty is the only
mining investment. Companies are certainty. But having an alternative supply chain solution in place can help to reduce
therefore also pushing for alternative that uncertainty somewhat. This will go a long way towards helping to build the mining
products that help defer capital industry back up into the powerhouse it once was and speed up South Africa’s economic
expenditure.” growth in line with the global trend[,” Maasch said.
“What this means is that they
are looking for effective repair and For more information, go to https://www.tank.co.za.

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