Data-driven mining in action at bulk commodities
The pursuit of efficiency has been a paramount driving force at Afrimat over the past couple of years. Our recent mining conference showcased just how spectacular our journey has been. Our relentless pursuit of efficiency, particularly in the realm of our fixed plants, has yielded remarkable results with some plants more than doubling their output. […]
Nkomati anthracite mine: Mangweni underground decline shaft project
In early 2021, Afrimat commenced the underground mining phase at Nkomati. With the tarnished history of the mine and underground mining in general, it was a bold step forward. The primary objective of this project was to access 20 million tons of high-grade anthracite coal, which could not be mined by opencast due to the […]
The Afrimat Worcester lab: ensuring excellence in construction materials
At Afrimat, quality assurance and laboratory testing are fundamental to the safety, durability, and performance of infrastructure projects. Our Afrimat Worcester Lab plays a pivotal role in ensuring that our aggregates meet the highest standards, safeguarding public safety and enhancing the overall quality of construction. The Importance of Quality Assurance in Aggregate Testing Quality assurance […]
ACI reflects marginal decline in first quarter 2024
Johannesburg, 11 June 2024 – Afrimat, the JSE-listed mid-tier mining and materials company providing construction materials, industrial minerals, bulk commodities, and future materials and metals, has released the findings of its Afrimat Construction Index (ACI) for the first quarter of 2024. The ACI is a composite index of the activity level within the building and […]