Capital Equipment News October 2023

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To keep pace with record orders, Sandvik Rock Processing is driving manufacturing agility

Manufacturing agility allows Sandvik Rock Processing to meet demand

In a world where adaptability is key, Sandvik Rock Processing is at the forefront of driving manufacturing agility to cater to rising demand for its vibrating screen and feeder equipment. The company, recognised as a leading original equipment manufacturer (OEM), is taking agile manufacturing to heart at its South African facility, ensuring it remains a reliable and responsive supplier to its global clientele.

O ver the past three years, Sandvik Rock Processing has witnessed substantial growth in its screens product range. This expansion has firmly established Sandvik Rock Process ing Solutions South Africa as one of the

leading vibrating equipment suppliers not only in South Africa but across the African continent, Europe and the Middle East. This growth is further exemplified by the significant increase in exports, with a multitude of screens finding their way to destinations within Africa and

internationally. Notable among these is the recent supply of over 72 screens and related equipment to a large copper mining operation in Central Asia. To meet the surging demand that has seen the production of approximately 60 machines per month, the company is embracing agility within its manufacturing processes. Agility has enabled Sandvik Rock Processing to swiftly adapt to changing market dynamics while consistently delivering quality and exceeding customer expectations. Internal optimisation To align with its growth and maintain production efficiency, Sandvik Rock Processing has consistently reviewed and optimised its internal processes. “On the back of the significant growth of our screening offering in recent years, we

“Our facility is set to become the global engineering and manufacturing base for vibrating equipment for both local and international customers who are looking for quality cost-effective screening solutions that will enable them to achieve the total lowest cost of ownership.”

Riaan Steinmann, Director Operations for the EMEA Region at Sandvik Rock Processing

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