IN a step that sets an example for South Africa as a water-scarce country, Eastgate Shopping Centre has contracted Concor to install a rain harvesting and water treatment facility.  This will also make use of groundwater, ensuring optimal use of available water and reducing the centre’s reliance on municipal supply. The new facility comprises two […] The post Eastgate Shopping Centre harvests rainwater to boost sustainability appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

The civil engineering sector remains a cornerstone of infrastructure development and economic growth, embodying a wide range of projects from roads and bridges to dams and urban development. Within this field, the Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry (BCCEI) plays a pivotal role in maintaining industrial harmony, setting standards and ensuring fair practices.  Lindie […] The post Importance of belonging to Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

A pioneering solution has been developed to convert cellulose fibre-rich waste from pulp and paper mill operations into ethanol using a specialised fermentation process. Ethanol is a versatile starting material that finds diverse application in the production of industrial chemicals, bio-based plastics and sustainable aviation fuel. The solution was announced on Wednesday (24 April) by […] The post Promising SA-first solution to convert paper sludge, food and textile waste into bioethanol appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

AT Alien System Technologies (AST), our commitment to delivering products of exceptional quality and reliability extends to trademarking the design of our Pyroshield® cylinders. Ensuring the safety of your organisation, buildings, and personal well-being is our enduring commitment, spanning the entire lifespan of our products. The Safeguarding Trademarked Cylinders AST goes a step further in […] The post Safeguarding your investment: The first trademarked cylinders by AST appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

Satyajit Dwivedi, regional director, EMEAP, energy utilities, mining & metals, public sector, SAS DATA will play an invaluable role in helping public and private sector stakeholders across Africa identify ways to increase access to water for all while managing this commodity.  From climate and weather forecasting to water monitoring, measuring, demand forecasting, and predictive maintenance […] The post Using data to increase access to water for shared prosperity in Africa appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

Takes (almost) all signal types (Voltage, Current, Frequency, Pulse counter, PT100, PT1000, Thermocouple) A measured value high up in the “cloud” increases the global – but not always the local – visibility of information. For this purpose, the new multifunction display with a universal measurement input is the right choice in almost all applications. It […] The post ifm Multifunction display for various measured values DX1063 appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

THE City of Cape Town recently awarded a 5-star and 3-star rating to the Tygerberg and Bellville campuses for effective water management to ensure compliance with the Institution’s water licensing conditions.  Implementing water strategies at the Tygerberg campus resulted in a 40%reduction in potable water consumption. The Bellville campus used water from the adjacent deep […] The post City of Cape Town awards Tygerberg and Bellville campuses for efficient water management appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

Grain SA warns that large grain producing areas are ‘already irreversibly’ damaged. THE recent weather conditions that prevailed in the winter grain regions and current conditions in the summer grain regions have a significant economic impact on grain producers.  The winter grain production season faced several challenges with excessive rain in certain areas resulting in […] The post Climate conditions problematic for grain producers – Grain SA appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

A significant number of people are comfortable sharing their personal information with generative AI tools like ChatGPT, a recent survey conducted by KnowBe4 Africa found. The survey, which spanned 1,300 respondents in ten African and Middle Eastern countries, revealed that 63% of users are open to sharing their personal information, while an impressive 83% expressed confidence […] The post Excessive trust in generative AI makes users vulnerable, survey finds appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

TopWorx DVR Switchbox is a compact, high quality and durable valve positioner that provides reliable open/close valve position feedback EMERSON announced its new TopWorx™ DVR Switchbox, an entry-level addition to the DV Series of valve position indicators.  It combines a durable resin enclosure, compact size and a patented cam design that provides water and wastewater […] The post Emerson launches compact valve position indicator engineered for quick and easy commissioning appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more