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PACKING A PUNCH
Smaller yet as powerful, the Packo Pump is food grade across the board
Electropolished metals making pumping smoother
24th August 2018 By: Halima Frost

Following the introduction of the Packo Pump brand to the South African food and beverage industry, industrial equipment supplier Verder Pumps South Africa says the brand is electropolished as part... 


Rothdene pumpstation upgrade allows municipality to accommodate growth in area
Rothdene pumpstation upgrade allows municipality to accommodate growth in area
16th August 2018

Following the completion of the Rothdene Pump Station at the end of June, the project aims to provide the Midvaal Municipality with an opportunity to start several housing and social developments... 


KSB South Africa achieves Level 1 BBBEE status
6th August 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

KSB Pumps and Valves, which has offices in Gauteng’s East Rand, has achieved Level 1 broad-based black economic empowerment (BBBEE) status after black women-owned company Insikazi Synergies... 


SHORTER DOWNTIMES
The LS Vacuum pump series shortens downtime with higher speeds
High-speed dry vacuum pumps series launched
13th July 2018

Vacuum device manufacturer ULVAC has launched its LS vacuum series – a range of dry vacuum pumps with high pumping speeds and low power consumption. Dry vacuum pumps are used in many production... 


RUGGED AND RELIABLE
The ELGi range of compressors perfectly suited to African climates
Pronounced growth for compressed air systems specialist
13th July 2018

South African turnkey air compressor services supplier Integrated Air Solutions has seen a notable increase in demand for highly customised compressors, adapted specifically to the customer’s... 


BIGGER AND BETTER
Busch's new manufacturing plant and offices in Virginia Beach USA
Gas processing specialist acquired by vacuum pumps company
13th July 2018

Last month industrial vacuum supplier Busch Vacuum Pumps and Systems announced that Switzerland-based engineering company NSB Gas Processing is now part of the global Busch group. The NSB Gas... 


REDUCING COSTS
Electrical heat tracing helps to ensure that pumps do not malfunction
Eltherm’s EHT regulates cold, prevents heat loss
8th June 2018

Electrical heat tracing (EHT) can provide significant cost reductions and energy conservation as it regulates temperature ensuring that during uncharacteristically cold days, other costly sources... 


ECOFRIENDLY SOLUTION
Eco Aire has been the agent for Hitachi's VRF systems in South Africa for 20 years
Eco Aire delivers tailored ecofriendly HVAC solutions
8th June 2018

Air conditioning supplier Eco Aire distributes ecofriendly solutions that limit the release of harmful gases into the atmosphere, and use and reuse energy responsibly in heating, ventilation and... 


COMPLETE PACKAGE
The perfectly coordinated system permits optimum closed-loop control of pumps, fans and compressors.
New shafts to enhance motor performance
25th May 2018

Industrial equipment multinational Siemens is extending its portfolio of Simotics synchronous-reluctance motors to include the two new shaft heights, the AH90 and AH225, thereby addressing calls... 


CIP Process Pumps most suitable for the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Process
25th May 2018 By: Erin Steenhoff-Snethlage

With the pharmaceutical industry requiring sterile equipment, industrial pumps distributor Verder Pumps says its Packo cleaning-in-place (CIP) pumps ensure the best cleaning and self-draining... 


UP School of Engineering Professor Josua Meyer and KSB Sales Representative Dylan Mitchell
KSB assists UP in building of controlled-temperature test unit
22nd May 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

KSB Pumps and Valves has assisted the University of Pretoria (UP) in the construction of a large controlled-temperature test unit, which will form the backbone of ongoing research into heat... 


NEW PRODUCT Integrated Pump Rental has bolstered its fleet with Faggiolati stainless steel pumps
Company uses expo to expand footprint in Africa
27th April 2018 By: Melissa Zisengwe

Pump hire specialist Integrated Pump Rental (IPR) exhibited at bauma CONEXPO AFRICA 2018 for the first time to increase visibility of its product offering to the construction sector in Africa. With... 


PUMP MANUFACTURING
The South African Pump Cluster believes that the country has established a robust pump manufacturing industry
Treasury places obligation on SOEs to buy locally manufactured pumps
23rd March 2018 By: Donald Makhafola

The South African Pump Cluster (SAPC) welcomes the decision of the National Treasury to place an obligation on State-owned enterprises (SOEs) to buy designated pumps and medium-voltage (MV) motors... 


DEVELOPMENT
The Southern African Pump System Development Association is repositioning itself to develop the local pumps industry
Association to revive local pumps manufacturing industry
23rd March 2018 By: Donald Makhafola

The Southern African Pump System Development Association (SAPSDA) has developed a local manufacturing plan that will revive the South African Pump Cluster and include all companies that can... 


STRENGTH AND DURABILITY
Verderflex hoseware is manufactured with more fibres for maximum hose life and better resistance to high temperatures
Longer-lasting, superior-quality pumps set bar high
23rd March 2018 By: Donald Makhafola

With speed, discharge pressure and temperature influencing hose fatigue, pumps solutions supplier Verder Pumps South Africa says its Verderflex hose pump series has several design features that... 


IMPROVED PERFORMANCE The York Amichi heat pumps comes with integrated smart equipment technology
New chillers and heat pumps with improved performance
23rd March 2018

The newly launched York Amichi series of chillers and heat pumps in the South African market meets growing demand in the chiller and heap pump mid-capacity segment with its improved performance,... 


PUMPING SOLUTION Marius Sunkel and Riaan Zowitsky flanking the world’s first Hippo Flameproof MVHV; High Head; High Volume Submersible Slurry Pump
Pumps feature specialised protective standard
23rd March 2018 By: Donald Makhafola

The Hippo submersible slurry pump range from Centurion-based pumping solutions provider Hazleton Pumps is regarded as the safest range the company has developed, with specialised protective... 


BRUCE CRYSTAL Incledon is a preferred importer and distributor of the Italian Pentax pump range as well as locally produced
Quality brands needed to counter cheap imports
23rd March 2018 By: Donald Makhafola

Quality brands and reliable aftermarket support are key to combat the surge in price-sensitive products entering the local market, especially Chinese imports, according to fluid conveyance solution... 


PUMPS MODERNISATION Sulzer's retrofits improves existing pumping equipment and systems
Retrofits improve pump systems performance
23rd March 2018 By: Donald Makhafola

South Africa-based global pump supplier Sulzer is considering innovative ways to assist its clients to save time, decrease costs and mitigate carbon emissions while also working on complying with... 


SKILLS TRANSFER
The show offered over 20 highly-attended CPD accredited seminars
Change of venue draws in highly targeted audience
23rd February 2018

With over 3 000 visitors attending throughout the course of the three-day biennial Heating, Cooling, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC&R) Show, the new venue that organiser... 


Franklin Electric launches IoT trial to monitor performance of water pumps
16th February 2018 By: Schalk Burger

Pump and motor multinational Franklin Electric Southern Africa is conducting a large-scale live test trial of an equipment monitoring Internet of Things (IoT) system to monitor the conditions of... 


Showcase of SA's manufacturing prowess to debut in 2019
2nd February 2018 By: Donna Slater

To showcase the best South Africa has to offer in terms of local manufacturing and South African-produced capital equipment, capital equipment manufactures lobby group the South African Capital... 


MARK SCHAPERS
JG Afrika’s systematic approach is transferred to all activities involved in completing groundwater projects
Groundwater a viable water saving initiative
13th October 2017

South African consulting and engineering firm JG Afrika is working hard to change the mind-set around using South Africa’s groundwater to mitigate water scarcity, despite project failures in the... 


Technology suitable for South African context
13th October 2017 By: Nica Schreuder

In the quest to mitigate water supply difficulties that have been prevalent in South Africa in the past few years, international engineering consultancy and technology provider Royal HaskoningDHV... 


ALLROUND EFFICIENCY
PHNIX’s water heat pump applications have constant hot water volumes, and are energy and cost-efficient
China pumps supplier to support SA business partners
6th October 2017

China-based heat pump supplier PHNIX announced that it will deploy more market resources to support business partners in South Africa, most specifically to new water heater distributors. 


VESCONITE BENEFITS
Materials used by Vesconite swell significantly less when exposed to water than other materials
Company provides energy-saving pumps solution
6th October 2017

Australia-based pump refurbishment company FITT Resources has prioritised energy efficiency as an important driver in its refurbishment packages. This includes South Africa-based manufacturer... 


MODBUS UPGRADE
The Verderflex Vantage 5 000 peristaltic pump has recently improved, integrating a Modbus RTU that allows for increased communication and control
Company upgrades Verderflex Vantage 5000
6th October 2017

Pumps products and services provider Verder Liquids, part of the Verder Group, has released a new remote terminal unit (RTU) version of its Verderflex Vantage 5 000 peristaltic pump. The RTU brings... 


INNOVATION
Wilo Pump products aim for efficiency, versatility and innovation
Customer awareness key to investment confidence
6th October 2017 By: Nica Schreuder

Consumers and end-users in the pumps industry must become more educated and aware of product ranges and technological advances before investing in their next purchase, emphasises pumps products and... 


NONDESTRUCTIVE EFFICIENCY High-pressure water jetting allows for concrete removal without rebar damage
High-pressure water jetting pumps witness growth in market
6th October 2017 By: Nica Schreuder

In the last three to four years, hydrodemolition by means of automated technological advances has become an increasingly popular method for significant concrete repairs, says water blasting and... 


INDUSTRY PLATFORM The annual Agritech Expo in Zambia is an opportunity for industry stakeholders and consumers to communicate and find solutions
Innovative system helps control wastewater pumping
6th October 2017

Pumps and valves producer KSB Pumps and Valves has introduced the PumpDrive variable speed system, for the effective and controlled pumping of waste water. The system has been designed specifically... 


BIG PLANS HydraTherm has upcoming ranges of energy efficient water heating solutions in the gas and solar water sectors for 2018
Integrated heat pumps provide cost-effective energy efficiency
6th October 2017 By: Nica Schreuder

With the South African heat pumps market experiencing a high-growth phase, driven by the cost of energy, energy efficiency requirements for buildings, and overall cost and performance efficiency of... 


SUN CITY
The resort and casino is one of the many companies in South Africa that make use of HCP’s submersible pumps range
Local pumps supplier’s range extended
6th October 2017

Engineering equipment supplier Mechanical Rotating Solutions (MRS) was appointed in August as a service and product supplier by international pumps company HCP Pumps’ South African subsidiary HCP... 


EFFICIENCY GOALS Rand Transmission South BALANCE The intricate balance of polyester chords, neoprene and outer fabric has contributed to the efficiency of TAGEX V-Belts
Manufacturer strives to meet industry demands
6th October 2017 By: Nica Schreuder

With demand for pump efficiency prevalent in the past five to ten years, industrial equipment supplier Rand Transmission South Africa (SA) has changed and aligned its product range to meet market... 


Predictive maintenance made portable
6th October 2017

To detect early signs of component wear or failure in pumps and other mechanical assemblies, vibration sensors and monitoring systems company Monitran, represented locally by manufacturer... 


QUALITY IN CONFORMING SPP Pumps conforms to various UK and European standards to ensure quality and longevity in their pumps products
Routine mechanical maintenance emphasised as preventive measure
6th October 2017

UK-based pump supplier SPP Pumps has emphasised the importance of routine mechanical maintenance, among other preventive measures, to improve pump reliability. SPP Pumps’ products comply with... 


DR OSWALD FRANKS	
The Engineering Council of South Africa provides advanced pumps training courses
Sapma promotes industry interests through training courses
6th October 2017

As a means to prioritise the interests of the South African pump industry and pump manufacturing companies, the South African Pump Manufacturers Association (Sapma) has taken on projects designed... 


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