ELECTRA MINING AFRICA •

Edited by Sharyn Macnamara

The good news for local industry is that Electra Mining Africa will be going ahead as a live in-person event this year after two years of restrictions ! Exhibitions and events are now successfully re-opening globally with excellent results being reported by all involved .

In an effort to promote the importance of Forklift Operation and operators in the Supply Chain & Logistics industry , Lifting Africa and LEEASA ( Lifting Equipment Engineering Association of SA ) will be hosting a Forklift Driver competition during Electra Mining Africa . The event will provide forklift operators with an opportunity to prove their driving skills , compete with others around Johannesburg , win prize money , as well as achieve recognition as a champion .

With 75 % of exhibition floor space already sold , exhibitors are eager to get back to the face-to-face environment and to showcase their latest innovations , technology , products and services to the industry . For the past five decades , southern Africa ’ s largest , leading mining , electrical , automation , manufacturing , power and transport trade show has given brands the opportunity to create real connections with the people they need for effective , sustainable growth .

“ We are excited and we are ready . We have been working hard behind the scenes to deliver a show in 2022 like no other ,” says Charlene Hefer , portfolio director at Specialised Exhibitions , a division of Montgomery Group . “ For the past year we have been connecting with our partners , integrating latest exhibition trends and technologies , and planning exciting new features to mark the show ’ s 50 ^th anniversary .

“ When it comes to invigorating the South African economy following the effects of the global pandemic , facilitating the right connections will be key ,” Hefer adds . “ Electra Mining Africa is a trade show that provides the ideal platform for buyers and sellers to connect , for industries to come together , and ultimately , for our country ’ s growth and development to receive the boost it needs .”

What to expect This year , Specialised Exhibitions , organisers of the show , are promising an exciting interactive event with many activities planned by exhibitors and industry partners .

Entries are open for all operators who have a valid forklift license and can drive either a reach truck or a counterbalance forklift truck in racking . The focus of the competition is on accurate , safe driving skills and knowledge , not on speed . The first round of heats for counterbalanced forklift operation will be an online test to assess entrants ’ practical skills , theoretical knowledge , attitude and efficiency . Lifting Africa and LEEASA want to assist in promoting the importance of inspection , safety and training and to reward the safest forklift drivers at Electra Mining Africa .

As in previous years , many respected Associations and industry organisations will be partnering with Electra Mining Africa . Hefer has confirmed that the Mining Equipment Manufacturers of South Africa ( MEMSA ), the South African Mineral Processing Equipment Cluster ( SAMPEC ), South African Capital Equipment Export Council ( SACEEC ) and LEEASA are on board as partners . LEEASA will be running a conference alongside Electra Mining Africa . Other partner organisations will be announced soon .

Electra Mining is the ideal platform for buyers and sellers to connect , for industries to come together , and ultimately , for our country ’ s growth and development to receive the boost it needs .