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Atlas Copco enhances its low emission, low noise E-Air solutions with electric fixed-speed and VSD compressors
Atlas Copco enhances its low emission, low noise E-Air solutions with electric fixed-speed and VSD compressors
10th May 2019

Throughout 2019, Atlas Copco will be introducing two additional fixed-speed and three new electric Variable Speed Drive (VSD) air compressors to its E-Air range. This year Atlas Copco will add the... 


Compact, powerful and robust - the new RS-PRO/RSF-PRO series of screw compressors
10th May 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

During the development of the new screw compressors of the RS-PRO and RSF-PRO series in the power range 11.0 to 18.5 kW, the main features were a powerful compressed air supply with low space... 


BOER MAAK N PLAN
The Boer Slim/Smart Farming initiative offers a range of products developed with and for local farmers
New products for the agriculture industry being launched
10th May 2019

Engineering components supplier Bearing Man Group (BMG) will be exhibiting at Grain SA’s Nampo Harvest Day this year being held from May 14 to 17, near Bothaville in the Free State. The BMG stand... 


Atlas Copco and Filpro keep the wheels turning for township mechanics
Atlas Copco and Filpro keep the wheels turning for township mechanics
29th April 2019

On 21 February 2019 township automotive service centre owners and motor mechanics from around the country celebrated their success during the annual Filpro enterprise development programme awards... 


Atlas Copco UD+ single cartridge in-line filter – a masterstroke in filtration technology
11th April 2019

Encompassing the ingenious 2-in-1 nautilus concept, Atlas Copco’s advanced UD+ filter technology delivers a 40% lower pressure drop, removes contamination in compressed air down to 0.01 ppm,... 


Atlas Copco has acquired Air Diffusion, a French distributor of compressors
11th April 2019

Atlas Copco has acquired S.A.S. Air Diffusion. The company is a distributor of compressors for Atlas Copco.  Air Diffusion is located in St. Etienne in the southern part of France. The company has... 


99,999% pure nitrogen onsite and 50% reduction in running costs with Atlas Copco NGP+ Nitrogen Generators
9th April 2019

“Onsite industrial gas (nitrogen and oxygen) generation offers a much more sustainable and cost-efficient solution compared to cylinder or bulk liquid supply which require transport, handling,... 


A breath of fresh air - customised compressed air solutions for pole hole drill rigs from Integrated Air Solutions
4th April 2019

Integrated Air Solutions’ customised ELGi high-pressure diesel compressors provide the ideal air solution for key customer, Smith Capital’s locally manufactured pole hole drill rigs. Founded in the... 


No more compromise with Atlas Copco’s new ZE 3 low pressure compressor
No more compromise with Atlas Copco’s new ZE 3 low pressure compressor
14th March 2019

Atlas Copco has expanded its range of low pressure oil-free rotary screw compressors with the addition of the new ZE 3. Specifically manufactured to operate in a broad spectrum of pneumatic... 


New SKF solution delivers benefits of condition monitoring to wider applications
New SKF solution delivers benefits of condition monitoring to wider applications
6th February 2019

With condition-based maintenance often reserved for only the most critical assets, SKF has launched a solution that can bring condition monitoring to applications that would previously have been... 


Epiroc and Elf Drilling – keeping the finger on the mining pulse
5th February 2019

Epiroc has once again rocked the local mining space with a landmark sale of the first BenchREMOTE in South Africa to key customer, Elf Drilling. The innovative BenchREMOTE is an advanced monitoring... 


Rand-Air oil-free compressors assist luxury motor vehicle manufacturer’s ‘drive’ to achieve a perfect finish
4th February 2019

For any company it is gratifying when customers request repeated service. When that customer is of the calibre of a well-known luxury motor vehicle manufacturer, it is a very sound endorsement... 


Rand-Air oil-free compressors assist luxury motor vehicle manufacturer’s ‘drive’ to achieve a perfect finish
Rand-Air oil-free compressors assist luxury motor vehicle manufacturer’s ‘drive’ to achieve a perfect finish
1st February 2019

For any company it is gratifying when customers request repeated service. When that customer is of the calibre of a well-known luxury motor vehicle manufacturer, it is a very sound endorsement... 


Rand-Air long-term equipment hire an 'ore-some' cost-saver for mining operations
Rand-Air long-term equipment hire an 'ore-some' cost-saver for mining operations
5th December 2018

Mines require a range of hire equipment from time to time. Precisely what equipment is needed depends on the type of mine, explains Rand-Air's Business Development Manager for Long Term Rental,... 


Gulf LNG liquefaction project, US
Gulf LNG liquefaction project, US
30th November 2018 By: Sheila Barradas

The Gulf LNG Liquefaction Company is expanding the Gulf LNG terminal and modifying the Gulf LNG pipeline. 


No more compromise with Atlas Copco’s new ZE 3 low pressure compressor
No more compromise with Atlas Copco’s new ZE 3 low pressure compressor
26th November 2018

Atlas Copco has expanded its range of low pressure oil-free rotary screw compressors with the addition of the new ZE 3. Specifically manufactured to operate in a broad spectrum of pneumatic... 


VALUABLE 
Air compressors are an ideal compression solution that offer optimal air for underground mines
Distribution company expands services with air compressors
23rd November 2018

Premium batteries and rotating electrics importer and distributor Probe Corporation added to its distributing services air compressors that provide optimal air compression solutions for local... 


HENRY FOURIE 
There are many benefits to mines hiring equipment on a long-term basis from Rand-Air
Company offers long-term hire contracts on ventilation solutions
23rd November 2018 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Hire compressors can play a cardinal role in keeping some local mines operational, especially amid ageing surface compressors that feed air underground, says portable air compressors and generator... 


NEIL CAMERON
About half of total energy savings can be achieved through better management of energy use and the other half by deploying more efficient modern technologies
Energy efficiency practices and technologies can provide significant savings
9th November 2018 By: Schalk Burger

The scale of savings that can be cost effectively achieved in South Africa through managing energy use and using more energy efficient modern technologies and equipment can comprise up to 30% of... 


Goscor Compressed Air Systems
Goscor Compressed Air Systems
6th November 2018

Goscor Compressed Air Systems distributes quality compressors and air equipment for leading brands – Sullair and Ozen.  Their equipment offering consists of rotary screw stationery and portable air... 


ENGENDERING EFFICIENCY 
The new benchmarking method is currently being rolled-out across multiple shafts at Marikana
Reduced compressed-air use saves Lonmin R15m each year
2nd November 2018 By: Nadine James

Platinum miner Lonmin partnered with Pretoria-based engineering company ETA Operations to benchmark the consumption of compressed air at its Marikana operations in North-West. This was done with... 


Tshwane banana ripening facility chooses York YVWA chiller from Johnson Controls
Tshwane banana ripening facility chooses York YVWA chiller from Johnson Controls
31st October 2018

The Tshwane Fresh Produce Market sells on average about R15 million in produce every day. Banana sales account for 11% of this figure. About 1.3 million kilograms of bananas are processed weekly by... 


Rand-Air long-term equipment hire an 'ore-some' cost-saver for mining operations
Rand-Air long-term equipment hire an 'ore-some' cost-saver for mining operations
23rd October 2018

Mines require a range of hire equipment from time to time. Precisely what equipment is needed depends on the type of mine, explains Rand-Air's Business Development Manager for Long Term Rental,... 


Atlas Copco railway compressors are built to last
Atlas Copco railway compressors are built to last
10th July 2017

Atlas Copco Compressor Technique exhibited its world-class compressed air technology solutions for the railway industry at Rail Africa 2017. Atlas Copco oil-injected screw compressors as well as... 


FORD RANGER
New high-capacity air compressors were installed at a Ford assembly plant where the Ranger is manufactured
Vehicle OEM improves efficiency, cuts energy use
14th August 2015 By: Donna Slater

Vehicle manufacturer Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) has introduced a wide range of energy-efficient technologies at its Silverton assembly plant, in Pretoria, reducing its energy... 


Durban port upgrade and expansion project, South Africa
Durban port upgrade and expansion project, South Africa
14th August 2015 By: Sheila Barradas

Durban’s ageing dry dock will be closed for two months while repairs worth R30-million on its badly corroded outer caisson are being completed. 


HYDROGEN FUEL CELL
Hydrogen technologies enable variable renewable energy to be stored
HySA develops hydrogen compressor with no moving parts as fuel cell research advances
20th February 2015 By: Schalk Burger

The Department of Science and Technology (DST) research organisation Hydrogen South Africa (HySA) Infrastructure Centre has developed an electrochemical hydrogen compressor unit with no moving... 


Santander mine, Peru
Santander mine, Peru
20th February 2015 By: Sheila Barradas

A lead/zinc/silver mine, located in west-central Peru, about 215 km east-northeast of Lima. 


Transmission Monitoring and Exchange Components Increase the Efficiency and Availability of Buses and Trucks
Transmission Monitoring and Exchange Components Increase the Efficiency and Availability of Buses and Trucks
9th September 2014

Voith's service and consulting program DIWA Excellence allows bus operators to reduce their operating costs and increase availability. The reason for this is the optimization of fuel consumption as... 


Company Annoucements:FA 10 Fracking: a cracking success or much ado about nothing?
2nd October 2013 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Fracking is proving to be a boon not only for the US economy, but also for the valve industry. Some EU states however are stepping on the brakes.  Fracking is giving the USA lots of hopes.... 


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Universal Storage Systems (SA)

South African leader in Steel -Racking, -Shelving, and -Mezzanine flooring. Universal has innovated an approach which encompasses conceptualising,...

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Werner South Africa Pumps & Equipment (PTY) LTD
Werner South Africa Pumps & Equipment (PTY) LTD

For over 30 years, Werner South Africa Pumps & Equipment (PTY) LTD has been designing, manufacturing, supplying and maintaining specialist...

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AxFlow AQS Liquid Transfer (Pty) Ltd is an Importer and Distributor of Pumps in Southern Africa

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Condra Cranes

ISO-certified Condra manufactures overhead cranes, portal cranes, cantilever cranes and crane components: hoists, drives, end-carriages, brakes and...

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