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Training by the South African Institute of Tribology
2nd June 2020

Covid-19 and lockdown have strangled business and the economy over the past 2 to 3 months.  Business now needs to leap to the defence of South Africa as Level 3 eases the lockdown against this... 


Cleaning and Disinfecting for the Prevention of Coronavirus spreading
Cleaning and Disinfecting for the Prevention of Coronavirus spreading
29th May 2020

Due to the fast-spreading nature of Corona Virus (COVID-19), the disinfecting of communal and public spaces has become a necessity across the globe. This is crucial in the pursuit of curbing this... 


COMPATIBLE AND EFFECTIVE 
VACON 100 AC drives allow its customers to use the most efficient motor for each application, with the ability to run new motor technologies
Drives designed to improve productivity
29th May 2020

Bearings supplier BMG’s VACON 100 alternating current (AC) drives have been designed to save energy, optimise process control and improve productivity in many sectors. Through VACON 100’s... 


HIGH EFFICIENCY 
The Dyneo motor-drive unit ensures high efficiency levels over the whole operating speed range, especially at speeds below the synchronous speed
Company provides energy efficient solutions for customers
29th May 2020

Electric motors company Vert Energy – exclusive distributors in Southern Africa of electric motor manufacturer Leroy Somer – is committed to providing energy-saving solutions for its diverse... 


Gorman-Rupp Offers New Diaphragm Priming System
8th April 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Gorman-Rupp is pleased to offer an integrally-mounted diaphragm priming assembly as an option on select 4” (100 mm), 6” (150 mm) and 8” (200 mm) Prime Aire® pump models. An alternative to the... 


The Xbox compressor offers multiple functionality
Air compressor offers selection of operations
8th April 2020

A range of optimised size-to-flow air compressors aims to provide a simple, efficient, robust and reliable machine that delivers optimal performance in stringent working environments. Atlas Copco... 


Thermaspray during Covid-19 lockdown
7th April 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

During the South African COVID-19 lockdown, Thermaspray is able to provide critical maintenance and refurbishment services to essential service companies such as Power Generation, Essential Mining,... 


Plug & play lubrication storage and dispensing 'pods' now available from lubrication engineers
31st March 2020

Lubrication Engineers (LE) South Africa is now offering a first in South Africa – a portable “plug & play” lubrication storage and dispensing unit called the isoPOD. “This unit is ready for use and... 


TurboDirect SA continues to grow their blue clip International brands with their latest new exclusive distributor appointment for IHI EMEA TURBO
13th February 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The company provides engineering and manufacturing support from advanced engineering to mass production customers – Their turbos are also first fit for over 30 international vehicle brands... 


RAISING THE BAR The new models of JAC forklifts will enter the South African market this year
New forklift models for South African market
7th February 2020 By: Darren Parker

Local forklift and compressor distributor Avir is introducing four new Chinese JAC forklift models to South Africa this year. One of these new models is a special edition 3 t forklift for loading... 


Trends evolving HVAC efficiencies
18th December 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Although HVAC systems have evolved, one things remains consistent, the need for adequate and sealed piping systems. Marcel Ley, Victaulic Regional Sales Manager, looks at the current market trends,... 


Company appointed as EPC contractor for Virginia gas project
13th December 2019 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Engineering consultant EPCM Bonisana, a subsidiary of EPCM Holdings, has been appointed as the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractor for emerging liquefied natural gas (LNG)... 


South African mining revival threatened as power cuts take toll
South African mining revival threatened as power cuts take toll
12th December 2019 By: Bloomberg

When South Africa’s State-owned utility announced record power cuts on Monday afternoon, Impala Platinum Holdings had two hours to hoist thousands of workers from 1 km deep shafts. The deepening... 


Company provides solutions for sectioned refinery shutdown
6th December 2019

Generator and compressor rental company Rand Air’s oil-free compressors, portable generators and nitrogen generators ensure ‘well-oiled’ refinery shutdowns, says Rand Air Durban area manager Rudi... 


Device to prevent tyre flat spots in hobby and sports cars
6th December 2019 By: Schalk Burger

The No More Flat Spot device prevents flat spots from forming on the tyres of recreational, hobby and sporting vehicles by inflating cushions beneath a vehicle and lifting it off the wheels, says... 


Southeastern Trail expansion project, US
Southeastern Trail expansion project, US
22nd November 2019 By: Sheila Barradas

The Southeastern Trail expansion project aims to provide additional firm transportation capacity for utility and local distribution companies in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.  


Lifting efficiencies – Atlas Copco dealer Airlif Compressors cherry-picks Utility range for mining sector
Lifting efficiencies – Atlas Copco dealer Airlif Compressors cherry-picks Utility range for mining sector
20th November 2019

Featuring a compact, rugged design, industry-leading rapid service times and extended service intervals, the 8 Series Utility portable compressor range has been specially engineered and developed... 


Dintsu Engineering Technologies (Pty) Ltd
Dintsu Engineering Technologies (Pty) Ltd
15th November 2019

Dintsu Engineering Technologies is an authorised Distributor of Ingersoll Rand a leading Air Compressor brand. We specializes in the sales, services, rentals and installations of compressors and... 


PRESSED FOR TIME Rand-Air's compressors are supplied to mines for unexpected shutdowns saving time and money
Compressor company caters well to shutdowns
1st November 2019 By: Halima Frost

With the mining sector accounting for about 30% of its business, generator and compressor rental company Rand-Air notes that it has proven its ability to mitigate some of the challenges that local... 


Atlas Copco Compressor Technique
Atlas Copco Compressor Technique
22nd October 2019

Atlas Copco Compressor Technique specialises in Smart Air Solutions that deliver accurate, quality air at point of use at the lowest possible cost to customers and end-users.  Cutting-edge air, gas... 


PUMP IT UP
New pneumatic components are creating cost-effective solutions
Pneumatic components reduce plant costs
18th October 2019

Growing demand for greater functionality and capability means that the latest pneumatic components are becoming increasingly complex. With this notion in mind, plant engineers seeking... 


Excellent service ensures Rand-Air is the supplier of choice in South Africa’s dry docks
Excellent service ensures Rand-Air is the supplier of choice in South Africa’s dry docks
15th October 2019

Those who have worked in shipyards, harbours and drydocks will be familiar with the pressure and constant urgency, which is exacerbated by frequent delays due to anything from weather to a backlog... 


FELUWA Pumpen GmbH
4th October 2019 By: Yolande Botes

A leading German company in the field of pumping technology, FELUWA Pumpen GmbH, specialises in the development, design, production, international sale and servicing of pumps for media which... 


M&C’s rewind of 36MW compressor motor stator yields ‘best ever’ test results
M&C’s rewind of 36MW compressor motor stator yields ‘best ever’ test results
11th September 2019

Marthinusen & Coutts recently provided a solution to an irregularity that occurred in the stator of a large 36MW compressor motor deployed at Sasol’s Secunda plant. The results of final tests,... 


Its ladies only at Atlas Copco’s Women’s Day celebration
Its ladies only at Atlas Copco’s Women’s Day celebration
4th September 2019

Atlas Copco’s female employees play a valuable role in ensuring the seamless operation and success of the company. To celebrate and show appreciation for the hard work of these talented ladies, the... 


MVP Southgate project, US
MVP Southgate project, US
30th August 2019 By: Sheila Barradas

Mountain Valley Pipeline plans to build and operate 118 km of 41-cm- and 61-cm-diameter interstate natural gas transmission pipeline in Virginia and North Carolina. 


Opening up on shut downs: Rand-Air takes the stress out of mine shutdown equipment hires
Opening up on shut downs: Rand-Air takes the stress out of mine shutdown equipment hires
27th August 2019

With the vast amounts of capital invested in them, the production pressures on major mines are immense and unscheduled production stoppages need to be avoided at all costs. However, a mine's major... 


A-Gas South Africa champions refrigerant recovery and reclamation
A-Gas South Africa champions refrigerant recovery and reclamation
27th August 2019

A-Gas South Africa, a leader in the supply and lifecycle management of speciality chemicals, is taking the lead in preventing the venting of refrigerants into the atmosphere, which not only damages... 


A-Gas South Africa champions refrigerant recovery and reclamation
A-Gas South Africa champions refrigerant recovery and reclamation
23rd August 2019

A-Gas South Africa, a leader in the supply and lifecycle management of speciality chemicals, is taking the lead in preventing the venting of refrigerants into the atmosphere, which not only damages... 


GCAS provides customers with continuous air with its newly-bolstered rental fleet
22nd August 2019

Goscor Compressed Air Systems (GCAS) aims to provide customers with continuous air with its newly-bolstered rental fleet, according to GM Warren Schultz. The newly-launched rental offering, which... 


GCAS provides customers with continuous air with its newly-bolstered rental fleet
20th August 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Goscor Compressed Air Systems (GCAS) aims to provide customers with continuous air with its newly-bolstered rental fleet, according to GM Warren Schultz. The newly-launched rental offering, which... 


Rand-Air compressor assists the CSIR to 'view its airs' in wind tunnel tests
Rand-Air compressor assists the CSIR to 'view its airs' in wind tunnel tests
16th August 2019

"Although this type of hire is not a first for us, at Rand-Air, we are always pleased to be able to be of service to an esteemed organisation such as the Council for Scientific and Industrial... 


Electric compressor range
13th August 2019

A new range of electric compressors designed specifically to reduce pressure losses while increasing efficiencies, is now available. The compressors present a number of innovations in design and... 


Atlas Copco Compressor Technique Service ups the service ante
Atlas Copco Compressor Technique Service ups the service ante
13th August 2019

Catering to the vast Atlas Copco installed base of oil-free, oil-injected, nitrogen and oxygen compressors across Sub Saharan Africa, Atlas Copco’s Compressor Technique Service division (CTS) is... 


HMA South Africa is exclusive distributor for Det-Tronics fire and gas safety solutions
13th August 2019

Complete fire and gas safety solutions that provide detection, notification, and mitigation in a range of industries are now available from HMA South Africa, thanks to an exclusive distributorship... 


A really ‘refined’ solution: Rand-Air Durban supplies Class-0 oil-free air to oil refinery shutdowns
A really ‘refined’ solution: Rand-Air Durban supplies Class-0 oil-free air to oil refinery shutdowns
7th August 2019

While Durban is one of South Africa's major industrial hubs, it is also home to some of South Africa’s major oil refineries. The fuel and oil from these refineries keep much of South Africa and its... 


Alaska liquefied natural gas project, US
Alaska liquefied natural gas project, US
2nd August 2019 By: Sheila Barradas

Alaska Gasline Development Corporation plans to commercialise the natural gas resources of Alaska’s North Slope. 


Afro4000 locomotives going under the online auction hammer
Afro4000 locomotives going under the online auction hammer
25th July 2019

South African house, WH Auctioneers, holds regular auctions of assets for the construction, mining, transport, agricultural and engineering industries. WH launched an online auction for 13 Afro... 


Boost Shop Capacity and Energy Savings with New Ingersoll Rand® Compressed Air Solutions
Boost Shop Capacity and Energy Savings with New Ingersoll Rand® Compressed Air Solutions
23rd July 2019

Industrial-grade equipment now available for light commercial operations with the new Next Generation R-Series compressor models 


Introducing the world’s first hybrid bearing life model from SKF
19th July 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

SKF has unveiled a pioneering model that, for the first time, enables the working life of hybrid bearings to be determined more realistically. Called the Generalized Bearing Life Model (GBLM), its... 


Pluto turnaround impacts Woodside's quarter
18th July 2019 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Oil and gas producer Woodside has seen production and sales revenue in the June quarter decline on the back of a major turnaround at the Pluto liquefied natural gas (LNG) project. The company... 


Handheld pneumatic ‘tools of the trade’ from Atlas Copco
Handheld pneumatic ‘tools of the trade’ from Atlas Copco
15th July 2019

Atlas Copco’s range of handheld pneumatic breakers and rock drills bear testament to the company’s continuous drive to equip customers with premium-quality, robust and reliable tools that get the... 


INCREASED AIR FLOW
By supplying 3 inches of piping with a header it will increase the flow of air to the customers plant
Additional air compressor installed at pharmaceuticals company
12th July 2019 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Air compressor products distributor and solution provider Tru Compressor Solutions assisted pharmaceutical company Union Swiss in installing an additional 132 kW oil-free air compressor at its... 


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