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Galaxy Unveils Heavy-Duty Tyre Innovations at CII Excon 2025
Bengaluru, December 2025 – Galaxy, the global construction and earthmoving tyre manufacturer, launched two new all-steel radial tyres at CII Excon 2025, targeting India’s growing heavy equipment sector as the company marks over a century in the industry. The LDSR 500 and RTSR 300 models headline Galaxy’s product showcase at Hall 5, Stand B34, where the Yokohama-ATG subsidiary is displaying its portfolio to OEMs and construction professionals through December 13. New Product Specifications The LDSR 500 features a non-directional tread pattern and reinforced steel construction for wheel loaders and dozers operating in demanding conditions. Galaxy engineers designed the tyre with extra
Western Cape Welcomes Game-Changing 273 MW Solar Powerhouse
Durban,December 15, 2025 — A major renewable energy milestone has been achieved in South Africa’s Western Cape province, where the newly operational Grootfontein solar facility is now feeding clean electricity into the national grid. The 273-megawatt installation, developed by Scatec ASA, flipped the switch to commercial operation on December 6, becoming a flagship example of successful public-private collaboration in Africa’s energy sector. Breaking New Ground in the Western Cape What makes Grootfontein particularly noteworthy isn’t just its size—though it is indeed the largest co-located solar photovoltaic cluster in the Western Cape. The facility holds the distinction of being the first solar
January 2026: When to Fill Up Your Tank in South Africa for Maximum Savings
Durban, South Africa — After a painful December that saw diesel prices soar by up to 82 cents per liter and petrol climb 29 cents, South African motorists are finally catching a break. But knowing exactly when to fill your tank could mean the difference between paying December’s inflated rates and enjoying January’s projected relief. The Critical Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026 Mark your calendars. The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) adjusts fuel prices on the first Wednesday of each month, which falls on January 7, 2026. This means the new, lower prices will take effect at midnight on Tuesday, January
South Africa Launches Landmark Infrastructure Bond
PRETORIA — South Africa has successfully issued its first-ever sovereign infrastructure bond, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to address its critical infrastructure deficit and stimulate economic growth. The inaugural Infrastructure and Development Finance Bond auction, held in early December 2025, raised R11.795 billion (approximately $692 million) and attracted overwhelming investor interest, with bids totaling more than R26 billion—achieving a subscription rate of 2.2 times the amount offered. Bond Structure and Terms The National Treasury structured the offering as two separate tranches to accommodate different investor preferences and project timelines. A 10-year bond raised R6.996 billion at an interest
South African towns and cities where Eskom will take direct control of electricity supply
Eskom is set to take control of electricity services in 47 defaulting South African municipalities, and while it hasn’t named the impacted towns and cities, it has listed the worst offenders. The plan for Eskom to take control of electricity services in the 47 defaulting municipalities was revealed in the 2025 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS). MyBroadband asked Eskom if it could name the 47 municipalities in which it will assist with electricity services through Distribution Agency Agreements (DAAs). “The debt relief programme is owned by the National Treasury — designed to support the municipalities. The details pertaining to the 47 municipalities
Volvo Launches New ECR355 Excavator with Short Swing, More Lift Capacity
The 35-metric-ton model also features 7% greater fuel efficiency than predecessors and a full-size conventional cab. Volvo says its new ECR355 is designed for work in tight spaces with increased lift power and tractive force. Volvo CE Volvo Construction Equipment has introduced a new 35-metric-ton short tailswing excavator, the ECR355, with increased fuel efficiency, lifting capacity and cab space. The EC355 joins the company’s next-generation excavator lineup, which it began rolling out in 2024, its largest redesign in 20 years. The new excavator is available for order now in North America. Volvo says its new ECR355 is designed for work in tight
Tefla group drives job creation as China–SA skills exchange boosts technical training
Tefla has begun experimenting with digital twin modelling, which creates virtual replicas of construction sites to improve planning and reduce risk. (Tefla) South Africa’s efforts to modernise its construction and engineering sectors will take a major step forward in December when EastC Technocentric Varsity leads a high-level vocational exchange with partners in China. Running from December 5 to 9, the programme is part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and focuses on improving South Africa’s technical training capacities, especially in robotics, automation, welding and digital modelling. The exchange follows EastC’s recent visit to Deyang Installation Technician College and China Machinery
Outdoor Flooring System
Transform your backyard with MoistureShield’s InstaDeck®, a user-friendly outdoor flooring system that lets you create a stunning, freestanding, ground-level deck in a snap. Fully compatible with all MoistureShield decking lines—Stratos™, Vision®, Meridian™, Elevate™, and Vantage™—InstaDeck® allows for the creation of decks of any size without the need for screws. Simply lay the deck boards into the frame and step down to secure them with the integrated fastening system. Ideal for homeowners looking to enhance their outdoor space without the high costs or complexity of traditional deck installations.
Understanding Continuity Testing: A Step-by-Step Guide
Continuity testing is a fundamental practice in electrical work, ensuring that the electrical path in a circuit is complete. It’s a quick and reliable method to check if a circuit is capable of carrying current. This test is essential for identifying faults in various electrical components such as fuses, contacts, cables, and more. Whether you’re troubleshooting a problem or verifying a new installation, continuity testing is an indispensable tool in maintaining the integrity of electrical systems. What is Continuity Testing? Continuity testing is the process of verifying that an electrical circuit or component has a complete path for current to flow.
THE ADVANTAGES OF LIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETE BLOCKS
ADVANTAGES OF LIGHTWEIGHT Q-BLOCKS The re-purposing of buildings into student residences, apartments, entry level housing and hotels is on the increase, with more and more developers looking to re-use or re-purpose existing buildings in key urban locations. In addition, existing foundations often require significant investment to cater for the load of traditional brick and mortar walls and, although lightweight walls such as dry walling is popular in commercial developments, they lack the robustness when used in residential refurbishments. CemteQ’s Q-Blocks have densities as low as 25% of traditional bricks and blocks and are proving invaluable to the construction industry where clients and contractors require solid walling