Selecting a Dewatering Pump
Selecting the right pump for the right application is critical for effective water management in quarries and open pit mines. Dredging and pump specialist, IPR (Integrated Pump Rental), advises that the selection process should consider a number of key factors. Chief among them are brand reputation, supplier’s expertise, site parameters and the customer’s financial situation. […]
First AdBlue/DEF accreditation
WearCheck Water recently became the first laboratory in Africa to be officially ISO17025 accredited to test AdBlue/DEF (diesel exhaust fluid) by the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS). This latest achievement is added to WearCheck Water’s ISO17025:2017 accreditation for chemical and microbiological water analysis. The company can test AdBlue/DEF solutions to make sure that Adblue […]
Gas as a Transition Fuel
As the global energy transition accelerates, natural gas continues to play a crucial role in providing a reliable, cost-effective, and lower-emission bridge from traditional fossil energy to a future dominated by renewables, according to Aggreko, Africa. Over the last decade, there has been a notable increase in the global demand for natural gas. According to […]
Low Power Frequency Inverters
BMG’s integrated engineering solutions service encompasses a complete electromechanical capability that includes customised system design, product selection, commissioning support and ongoing technical support. New to BMG’s electromechanical range are energy efficient Synergy PI150 series frequency inverters, which have been designed for efficient use in many applications, including machine tools, packaging, printing, food and beverage production, […]
Navigating Changing Regulations in HVAC
The European Union’s increasingly stringent F-gases regulation continues to pose new challenges for the refrigeration industry. Enacted to reduce the environmental impact of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), this regulation mandates the phasedown of HFCs with high Global Warming Potential (GWP) and encourages the transition to sustainable alternatives. For the HVAC industry, these changes necessitate cutting-edge solutions in […]
Fire Safety for BESS installations
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) have become increasingly important for supporting renewable energy integration and grid stability. However, they pose unique fire safety challenges due to the energy density and chemical nature of batteries, particularly lithium-ion polymer (Li-ion) batteries with cobalt or manganese chemistries. The technology functions by storing electrical energy in batteries for later […]
Definite Shift Towards Rubber Linings
Weir has found that its customers dealing with large particle abrasion in their pumps can save significantly on components and maintenance downtime by using rubber linings. According to Marnus Koorts, General Manager for Pump Products at Weir, these linings excel in applications where particles are being driven by a great deal of energy. “Rubber is […]
Acquisition of Pump Rental Business
Atlas Copco has acquired Integrated Pump Rental (IPR), seamlessly integrating the dewatering pump rental specialist into its Specialty Rental Division, a business area of Atlas Copco Power Technique. Rand Air, part of Atlas Copco Group, has been a trusted rental partner in Southern Africa for over 50 years. Karel Verstraeten, General Manager at Rand Air, […]
Power Transmission Collaboration
Bearings International (BI) has teamed up with Twinsaver, to not only ensure the seamless operation of Twinsaver’s production lines but to drive innovation, reliability and efficiency in the process. This collaboration, which kicked off in May 2024, sees BI supplying a range of cutting-edge electric motors, drives, gearboxes, as well as premium FAG & INA […]
Modern Farming Operations
BMG added a new transmission flow grease to its Boerslim/Smartfarming portfolio a year ago which has been well received by the farming sector. “Liqui Moly Flow Grease, introduced to our customers at Nampo last year, is proving successful in agricultural transmissions, even those subjected to high surface pressure,” explains Carlo Beukes, Business Development Manager, Agricultural […]
