South Africa’s Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has successfully produced [1] 316L stainless-steel powder using a newly commissioned ultrasonic atomizer machine, marking a significant step toward localizing additive manufacturing (AM) materials. The machine, co-funded by the National Research Foundation (NRF), enables CSIR to provide high-quality metal powders tailored for powder bed fusion techniques, […]
South Africa (SA) had secured more than $4bn (R73bn) in funding from both bilateral and multilateral sources for the reduction of carbon emissions. With this financial backing, the country now faces a responsibility to implement actionable plans that align with global climate goals. Last year, South Africa’s steel production saw traditional coal-fired blast furnaces contribute […]
The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) has given notice that, with effect from 14 November, is going on a strike as ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) announced that it will be affecting 107 workers. “NUMSA has issued a strike notice to the company and it begins on Thursday the 14th of November,” NUMSA […]
