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Diesel engine component remanufacture saves costs
18th September 2020

Key sectors such as rail, mining, power generation and marine transport that rely on large diesel engines, are increasingly turning to diesel engine component remanufacturing services in an effort... 


FILL HER UP FAST
The dispenser built in the Maximator hydrogen filling station design enables cars and trucks to be refuelled in the shortest possible time
Hydrogen filling stations brought to African market
18th September 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

Pressure equipment specialist Superior Pressure Solutions (Spress) has introduced hydrogen technology from German high-pressure systems supplier Maximator to the African market, offering local... 


INSIDE OUT 
The multiple parallel compressor rack system may be designed for either indoor or outdoor use
Parallel compressor systems brought on by tech development
18th September 2020

In the past, individual or single compressor systems were used for most medium and low temperature applications. However, with continuous refrigeration technology development, multiple or parallel... 


Gender diversity needed in industry
28th August 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Even though the equipment rental and construction sector is still male-dominated, the landscape is changing, says compressor and generator supplier Rand-Air GM Kim Coetzee. “. . . about 48% of this... 


The Opra gas turbine generator set
Gas turbine gensets generate power and produce useful exhaust gas
7th August 2020

Gas turbine generator sets (gensets) designed to deliver energy solutions that reduce a company’s reliance on power utilities, have the added benefit of being able to capture the high temperature... 


SPECIALIST TESTING CAPABILITIES 
C-AIM provides engineering consulting services to assist industry in optimally managing the structural integrity of physical assets over their life cycles
Centre’s expertise can improve asset testing
17th July 2020 By: Cameron Mackay

The Centre for Asset Integrity Management (C-AIM Consult), a business unit of research organisation Enterprises University of Pretoria (UP), can serve the local industry with key capabilities... 


QUALITY ENSURED 
Detroit Compressors provide customers with a five-year warranty on the drive train of a rotary screw compressor and a two-year warranty on the complete unit
Upgrades enhance compressors
10th July 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Tru Compressor Solutions is an authorized distributor of compressor manufacturer Detroit Air Compressors. Detroit has upgraded its DT, DB, and Gen2-DB range of screw compressors to enhance their... 


EASE OF USE 
The compressor has a quick-change coupler connector and a single-turn regulator
Manufacturer introduces quiet cordless compressor
10th July 2020

Harnessing the power, performance, and run time delivered by M18 FUEL technology, heavy-duty, portable electric power tools and accessories manufacturer Milwaukee Tool has developed the industry’s... 


EXTENDED RANGE
The RM220i model is part of Ingersoll Rand’s R-Series compressors, which offer the best of time-proven designs and technologies
Manufacturer launches new rotary screw compressor
10th July 2020

Air compressor manufacturer Ingersoll Rand Company has launched the new RM220i Oil Flooded Rotary Screw Compressor which features a range of cost saving improvements, says air compressor supplier... 


Narrabri gas project, Australia
Narrabri gas project, Australia
10th July 2020 By: Sheila Barradas

Santos has signed a memorandum of understanding with Natural Soda to use salt removed from produced water as part of the Narrabri gas project.  


Mincon, Torque Africa celebrate drilling milestone
26th June 2020 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Engineering company Mincon South Africa has achieved a milestone development in exploration drilling with one of its clients, drilling company Torque Africa Exploration. Mincon supported Torque at... 


Dale Automation emergency ventilator could create jobs amid crisis
Dale Automation emergency ventilator could create jobs amid crisis
26th June 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

While South Africa faces significant job losses amid the Covid-19 outbreak, engineering company Dale Automation expects to create 50 to 60 additional jobs should it receive the necessary medical... 


The QuickCollect sensor from SKF
Improved data collection from hazardous areas
26th June 2020

A sensor that monitors rotating equipment performance is now certified for use in hazardous areas, extending condition monitoring into new applications and industries.  The sensor is certified to... 


CRAIG SWART
The new compressor units are ideally suited for applications such as mineral exploration drilling, geothermal drilling, construction and blast hole drilling
New compressors provide faster drilling, reduced fuel costs
19th June 2020

Compressor and generator supplier Rand-Air has acquired two Atlas Copco DrillAir Y1260 variable high pressure (21 bar to 35 bar) compressors. This new technology – from the world’s leading... 


Metric Automotive Engineering
Metric Automotive Engineering
12th June 2020

Metric Automotive Engineering is positioned as a world-class diesel engine component remanufacturer. Well-known in the mining, quarrying, earthworks, construction and railway sectors for its... 


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... 


Better data collection from hazardous areas
5th May 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

A sensor that monitors rotating equipment performance is now certified for use in hazardous areas, extending condition monitoring into new applications and industries.  SKF has gained hazardous... 


Lubrication key for wastewater treatment plants to operate effectively
28th April 2020

In South Africa, awareness about the value and scarcity of water has increased in the face of significant droughts in many regions of the country. This has brought with it a greater understanding... 


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... 


Energy Management made Easy
7th April 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

When people talk about Energy “Management” often what they are only referring to is Energy Monitoring, which means gathering energy power data (i.e. kW, kWh, Power Factor), visualizing this data,... 


Lubrication Solutions For All Farm Requirements
Lubrication Solutions For All Farm Requirements
19th February 2020

Successful farmers not only understand crop or stock management – they keep an eye on the day-to-day maintenance needs of agricultural equipment too. This may range from large-scale machinery like... 


Load sensing bearings designed to speed up product development
14th February 2020

Load sensing bearings with fibre optic sensors allow designers to analyse and measure bearing loads in real-time, helping to accelerate the design cycle. The bearings are interchangeable with... 


Lake Charles Chemicals Project, US
Lake Charles Chemicals Project, US
31st January 2020 By: Sheila Barradas

Sasol expects to finalise the scope of and time needed for repairs to the low-density polyethylene unit during the second half of February. 


Sasol to finalise scope of LCCP unit's repairs in Feb
24th January 2020 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Integrated energy and chemicals company Sasol expects to finalise the scope of, and time needed for, repairs to the low-density polyethylene (LDPE) unit, at its Lake Charles Chemicals Project... 


SKF reveals: Load sensing bearings with fiber optic sensors designed to speed up product development
21st January 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Designers can accelerate the design cycle by analysing bearing loads quickly and accurately thanks to the addition of fiber optic based SKF’s Load Sensing Bearings – for pumps and compressors... 


New Rand-Air GM to build further on the company’s firm foundation
15th January 2020

Since its inception in 1973, Rand-Air has been driven by a simple yet highly effective operational ethos – to exceed customer expectations at all times. The company has underpinned this with a... 


Rest assured with Atlas Copco’s standby QES65 generator
15th January 2020

In a bid to enhance guest experiences and combat the Nelspruit region’s disruptive electricity outages, André De Goede, founder and owner of The Rest Guesthouse, made the smart decision to purchase... 


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... 


PURI-FECT
The Flowrox Corona uses cold plasma technology to purify wastewater before being reintroduced into the environment
Water-treatment technology launched in Amsterdam
29th November 2019 By: Halima Frost

Earlier this month, flow control, filtration and environmental technology supplier Flowrox launched its Flowrox Corona non-thermal plasma water-treatment technology at the Aquatech expo, in the... 


Dabeb Engineering
Dabeb Engineering
29th November 2019

Established in 1979, Dabeb Engineering specialises in the design and manufacture of electro-hydraulic actuators.  With over 40 years in the field, the DEA range of actuators has become a unique,... 


BI champions Berntel pneumatic and hydraulic solutions
27th November 2019

Hudaco Group company Berntel is expanding its footprint by offering its extensive range of pneumatic products through the Bearings International (BI) branch network. This, in turn, expands BI’s... 


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... 


Atlas Copco Industrial SA (Pty) Ltd
Atlas Copco Industrial SA (Pty) Ltd
15th November 2019

Atlas Copco Power Technique Southern Africa provides Air, Power, Light and Flow solutions through products such as mobile compressors, pumps, light towers and generators. We also offer pneumatic,... 


Atlas Copco Industrial SA (Pty) Ltd
Atlas Copco Industrial SA (Pty) Ltd
14th November 2019

Atlas Copco Power Technique Southern Africa provides Air, Power, Light and Flow solutions through products such as mobile compressors, pumps, light towers and generators. We also offer pneumatic,... 


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... 


Rand-Air’s oil-free compressors, portable generators and nitrogen generators ensure ‘well-oiled’ refinery shutdowns
22nd October 2019

An oil refinery is a very large and highly complex installation. Because of this complexity and the nature of the process, shutting the plant down for ad hoc repairs is not an economical option.... 


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... 


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... 


Specialist contractor makes light work of complex storage tank lining project
30th September 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

BKV Holdings completed the lining of six newly-built phosphoric acid-storage tanks in record time to enable Bidvest Tank Terminals to receive already-confirmed shipments of Phosphoric acid at its... 


Integrated Air Solutions
Integrated Air Solutions
27th September 2019

Integrated Air Solutions is a specialist compressed air solutions provider dedicated to delivering air reliably and efficiently, helping companies achieve their productivity targets and keeping the... 


UPWARDLY MOBILE HySA mobile hydrogen generation, storage and dispensing unit with a hydrogen refuelling nozzle
Hydrogen, fuel cell technologies presenting major platinum beneficiation opportunities
20th September 2019 By: Martin Creamer

The adoption of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies is presenting major beneficiation opportunities for South Africa’s platinum group metals (PGMs) sector, says Hydrogen Infrastructure (HySA)... 


Why not own your own Low-Cost, On-Site Supply of Nitrogen and Oxygen?
16th September 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Oxygen and Nitrogen is widely used in various Industries around the world and more users are considering alternative methods of supply, rather than to rely on the traditional Cryogenic and... 


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