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 […]
High Performance Dewatering Pump
The next generation Godwin HL270 dewatering pump is now available from Integrated Pump Technology. As a recently-appointed Godwin distributor, the company says that this latest model is designed for applications requiring high heads and rapid dewatering, and while being of robust construction, it features the latest technology ensuring dependable and efficient water management. One of […]
Magnetic Drive Pumps
KSB’s MagnoChem range of magnetic drive pumps are essential in industries where handling hazardous and valuable liquids without leakage is paramount. Traditionally, these pumps use mechanical seals, often requiring double mechanical seals for extra protection against leaks. However, these double seals demand an additional sealing system using buffer or barrier fluids to prevent the pumped […]
On-site Nitrogen Generation
Dean Adriaanse, Product Manager at Atlas Copco Compressor Technique, remarks on the significance of extending their offering with the introduction of the NGPs 2-9 PSA (Pressure Swing Adsorption) range of generators. “This next-generation nitrogen generator delivers superior air purities of between 95 – 99.999%. We are thus now able to offer users nitrogen flows between […]
Training for the Extra Mile
To support its full flowsheet technology capabilities, FLSmidth is continuously developing vital skills at its well-resourced Training Academy at the company’s Chloorkop Service Centre in Gauteng. “Our considerable investment in skills development nurtures local talent to provide us with a strong pipeline of relevant and quality expertise,” says FLSmidth Training Academy head, Steve Parkinson. […]
Automated Machine Health Monitoring
“Given that machines and equipment typically operate in stringent environments, condition monitoring and regular maintenance go hand in glove in achieving the trio of high performance, availability and reliability. Manual monitoring by technicians using portable devices is time-consuming and counter-productive, sapping resources and compromising worker safety,” states John Storm, SKF Connected Technologies Manager. By switching […]
50th Celebrations at Electra Mining
BMG – which marks 50 years of business this year – has much to celebrate at this year’s Electra Mining show, to be held at Nasrec in Johannesburg, between 2 and 6 September. BMG is a complete process solutions provider to all sectors of industry, which means customers can access all essential quality branded engineering […]
