by Nsimbi Engineering Solutions | Jan 3, 2026 | Concrete Batching Plants, Ready Mix Concrete
While much of South Africa enjoys a mild climate, the high-altitude regions of the Highveld, including Gauteng and the Free State, as well as parts of the Western Cape, can experience significant frost and freezing temperatures during the winter months. For concrete...
by Nsimbi Engineering Solutions | Dec 27, 2025 | Concrete Batching Plants
Of all the ingredients in a concrete mix, water is the most critical and the most variable. The precise amount of water in a batch—the water-cement ratio—is the single most important factor determining the final strength and durability of the concrete. Too much water...
by Nsimbi Engineering Solutions | Dec 19, 2025 | Concrete Batching Plants
For decades, the basic design of a concrete batching plant has remained relatively consistent: aggregate bins, a cement silo, conveyors, and a mixer. While traditional plants have been the backbone of the construction industry, a new generation of technology is...
by Nsimbi Engineering Solutions | Dec 12, 2025 | Concrete Batching Plants
The construction industry is under increasing pressure to reduce its environmental footprint. As the most widely used construction material on the planet, concrete is a major focus of this sustainability drive. While much of the attention is on developing new, greener...
by Nsimbi Engineering Solutions | Dec 2, 2025 | Concrete Batching Plants
Investing in a concrete batching plant is one of the most significant strategic decisions a construction or ready-mix company can make. A common mistake is to assume that bigger is always better. In reality, the key to profitability is not size, but right-sizing....
