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Population increase outstrips water infrastructure

By: Nica Schreuder 13th October 2017 With South Africa’s population rapidly increasing in the past 60 years, water scarcity and a lack of adequate infrastructure continue to be of concern, says water components supplier African Pipes, Valves and Fittings director Ben Levitas. In the past, the traditional way of increasing to... →

Nonconformance of standards exacerbates drought conditions

By: Nica Schreuder 13th October 2017 Fundamental conformities not being upheld during the manufacturing stages of pipe production has exacerbated South Africa’s current water scarcity, says plastics and polymer testing laboratory P.E.S.C. MD Graham Marsberg. “The basics of pipe manufacturing involves quality workmanship. This... →

Western Cape municipality begins master plan to combat water loss

13th October 2017 The Drakenstein local municipality in Paarl, Western Cape, has begun a 20-year master plan to replace old or ageing asbestos pipes in the region with high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes, which will achieve significant success in reducing water loss throughout the municipal area. Water leakage... →

Better air flow, increased efficiency: why pneumatic systems should be optimised

5th October 2017 Hermann Störk, European Product Manager for Air Preparation, Parker Hannifin, Pneumatic Division Europe In the 21st century, we find pneumatics everywhere in manufacturing as one of the most universally adopted utilities. Compressed air is used in everything from cooling to controlling automated... →

SMC Sponsors ProPak Cape 2017 as Part of its Commitment to the Packaging Industry

5th October 2017 As ‘partners in packaging’, SMC Pneumatics is dedicated to product innovation for the food processing and packaging industry whilst maintaining its global commitment to safe, sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions. The company has spent more than half a century developing more than... →

Hall's Chemicals And Adhesives Build New Retail Space In Pietermaritzburg

2nd October 2017 The new Hall’s Retail space offers everything a DIY enthusiast to a contractor could need. After months of anticipation, Hall’s Chemicals and Adhesives has reinvented itself with a fantastically renovated space at 176 Victoria Road in Pietermaritzburg. Built in 1957 and restored to its former... →

Stalcor

By: Zandile Mavuso 29th September 2017 Established in 1973, metal company Stalcor is the largest stainless steel, aluminium and carbon steel supplier in South Africa. →

Integrated Pump Rental Dewaters Tunnel Under Vaal River

20th September 2017 Integrated Pump Rental recently made short work of dewatering a large pipe deep under the Vaal River, expelling over 1800 cubic metres in one day in a rapid turnkey solution. The job was to clear a 2,5 metre diameter pipeline of water, so that engineers could safely enter the tunnel to conduct... →

Partnership to supply world-class chain slings in South Africa

15th September 2017 Specialty steel products integrated producer Scaw Metals Group's operation, Distribution Network, has extended its cooperation with lifting, rigging and securement applications manufacturer Crosby by adding Crosby Platinum Line Grade 100 chain fittings to its product offering. Having made the... →

Systems water intensive, but more efficient and environment friendly

By: Victor Moolman 15th September 2017 Although ultrahigh-pressure water blasting systems used to clean refineries or cut rock and prepare surfaces on mines will not save water, it is more efficient than using acid washing or abrasive grit blasting techniques, says water jetting solutions provider Total Blasting sales director Bradley... →

Company expands into the US

15th September 2017 This year, rope and lifting technology specialist The PFEIFER Group’s opened another branch office in the US, in Houston, Texas, which will see the rope and lifting technology specialist continue to grow its business in conjunction with the group’s other US existing branch, which was launched in... →

SMC Pneumatics to Showcase at ProPak Cape 2017

4th September 2017 SMC Pneumatics is a proud, official sponsor of ProPak Cape 2017 As the world leaders in pneumatics and industrial automation, SMC Pneumatics prides itself on developing solutions for almost every industry. One of the largest and most vital sectors to the company is that of the food, beverage and... →

Level 5 water restrictions implemented in Cape Town

By: News24Wire 4th September 2017 Further water restrictions for domestic and commercial users have been implemented in Cape Town, Mayor Patricia de Lille announced on Sunday. “[These include] the institution of Level 5 restrictions and a further increase in pressure management,” she said. →

Extended component and solutions range ensures management and control

By: Simone Liedtke 1st September 2017 Engineering consumables and components distributor Bearing Man Group (BMG) has extended its range of power management solutions provider Eaton’s hydraulic components to include Eaton’s advanced conveyor solutions, which are designed for safe and efficient electrical power management and control. →

Advanced lighting technology boasts significant improvements

1st September 2017 Advanced lighting technology from electrical solutions provider Magnet Energy has significantly improved light levels, enhanced safety and contributed to energy savings at the Centurion Mall parkade in Pretoria. →

Legrand’s Ysalis switches and sockets are now available in pre-packed kits from a leading hardware retail chain – Builders Warehouse.

21st August 2017 According to local homeowners who have selected Ysalis fittings, the charm is in the stylish design of each device. Slim, curvy shaped plates - available in white and champagne - enhance the décor of any room and also provide easy and convenient control of functions like lighting, fans,... →

Company supplies piping for water treatment expansion project

By: Marleny Arnoldi 18th August 2017 Thermoplastic piping company Plasti-Tech supplied a range of piping, custom fittings and flanges to Zululand district municipality’s Usuthu purification plant expansion infrastructure project to increase output by 20 M a day. →

Industrial base growth will stimulate province’s steel industry

18th August 2017 Growing the Eastern Cape industrial base will assist in stimulating growth in the struggling steel industry, says the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC). →

Lonmin unveils design proposal for Marikana memorial park; showcases new apartments

By: Anine Kilian 15th August 2017 Platinum producer Lonmin on Tuesday unveiled its proposed design for a Marikana memorial park and announced the occupation of its infill apartments a day before the fifth anniversary of the Marikana massacre. Thirty-four miners died and at least 70 were injured on August 16, 2012, when police... →

KZN Industrial Show 2017, Durban ICC, 26 – 29 July, Stand D01, D14 & E19, Hall 1

28th July 2017 Parker Hannifin to showcase motion and control solutions for the industrial industry at KZN Industrial Show 2017 Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, have three distributors exhibiting at this year’s KZN Industrial Show in Durban, South Africa from 26 – 29 July... →

DPI Trading to exhibit at SABI Congress 2017 in Somerset West

25th July 2017 DPI Trading, which is able to partner with irrigation engineers to promote its extensive product range and value-add support services, will exhibit at the South African Irrigation Institute (SABI) Congress 2017 from 1 to 3 August at the Lord Charles Hotel in Somerset West in the Western Cape.... →

Arteor Exclusive developed for global projects

21st July 2017 Global electrical and digital building infrastructures specialist Legrand’s range of Arteor wiring devices now encompasses the new ‘Arteor Exclusive’ portfolio, which has been developed for projects globally. Legrand highlights that these demand more than standard electrical fittings. The range... →

Process Pipes

By: Zandile Mavuso 18th July 2017 With 47 years’ expertise in the pipes industry, wholesale carbon and mild steel pipes, fittings and flanges wholesaler Process Pipe has established a national footprint in South Africa, with branches in Gauteng (Alrode), KwaZulu-Natal (Jacobs) and two branches in the Western Cape (Belville and... →

Demag launches DMR modular rope hoist for diverse applications

13th July 2017 The newly-launched Demag DMR modular rope hoist can be adapted precisely to match specific requirements. With one basic technology, Demag is now able to cover an even broader range of applications than rival products on the market. Due to its modular design, the Demag DMR modular rope hoist... →

New Transair® aluminium pipework products ease installation and give weight, space and cost savings in technical room applications

11th July 2017 The Transair® business unit of The Fluid System Connectors Division Europe of Parker Hannifin Corporation, the global leader in motion and control technologies, has announced the launch of new Transair aluminium pipework products designed for compressed air, vacuum and inert gas applications in... →

Scaw Metals partners with Crosby

By: Anine Kilian 10th July 2017 Specialist steel manufacturer Scaw Metals Group’s Distribution Network has extended its cooperation with rigging extension manufacturer Crosby by adding Crosby platinum line Gr100 chain fittings to its product offering. The Crosby platinum line of chain fittings is a complete range of grade 100... →

Bosch launches new generation of 18 V rotary hammers

10th July 2017 The latest additions to the Bosch range of rotary hammers with EC motors generate an impact energy of 2.6 joules, which is 50% more than the current strongest 18 V rotary hammer. The GBH 18V-26 Professional and GBH 18V-26 F Professional are the latest additions to the Bosch range of rotary... →

SBS Tanks

By: Zandile Mavuso 30th June 2017 At this year’s African Utility Week, tank manufacturer SBS Tanks was announced as Gold Sponsors of the event, and were participants for the first time. With a stand that had people talking and lectures that were inspiring, SBS Tanks were integral to the water conversation. →

Company provides pipes for various industries

30th June 2017 Geosynthetic products manufacturer and comprehensive supplier Fibertex supplies a range of components for advanced subsoil drainage systems, designed for use in various industries, including civil engineering, construction and agriculture. →

New factory increases monthly production

By: Victor Moolman 30th June 2017 14 new plastic extruder machines have been moved to plastic pipes manufacturer DPI Plastics’ new factory in Roodekop, Johannesburg, which is next to the already existing Roodekop polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe factory. The extruders can produce 2 200 t/m of new high-density polyethylene (HDPE). →

High-quality products and superior service provide competitive edge

By: Victor Moolman 30th June 2017 As a means to overcome competition from larger plastic pipe providers, plastic pipes, fittings and welding machines company Plastitech offers superior service levels and a complete range of high-quality pipe products. →

Debunking the rate per square metre cost myth

28th June 2017 A “cost per square metre rate” is a method of expressing building cost that should be used with extreme caution by both clients and contractors involved in the cost comparison and cost planning process, says former Association of South African Quantity Surveyor President, Bert van den Heever.... →

Legrand has extended its range of DIY products to incorporate new everyday electrical components, including lamps, worklights, wall fixtures and pendant fittings, as well as extractor fans.

26th June 2017 Feedback from home enthusiasts indicates a need for safe, affordable and reliable light fittings, that are easy to install. The HPM range, which adheres to stringent quality and safety specifications, meets all requirements for home lighting, including energy efficiency, flexibility and enhanced... →

Fishing Line Recovery Programme expands thanks to DPI Plastics

15th June 2017 DPI Plastics’ involvement with the Fishing Line Recovery Programme, aimed at preserving South Africa’s marine heritage, has seen the initiative extend to 360 bins along the coast. The bins are proudly branded with the DPI Plastics logo, helping entrench the company as the main custodian of the... →

Incledon to unveil latest brand offerings at 81st IMESA conference 2017

13th June 2017 Leading quality fluid conveyance solutions provider Incledon will exhibit at the 81st IMESA conference from 25 to 27 October at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg, Gauteng. Endorsed by the South African Local Government Association (SALGA), the Institute of Municipal Engineering of Southern Africa’s... →

Lighting system a resounding success

By: Tasneem Bulbulia 9th June 2017 Electrical solutions provider Magnet Group is seeing much success from its MARS light-emitting-diode (LED) lighting system since its launch in August 2015. Magnet lighting solutions engineer and MARS product specialist Kaylen Reddy informs that the MARS LED lighting range is based on advanced... →

Euro Steel

By: Zandile Mavuso 2nd June 2017 As part of Afmetco Group of Companies, steel distributor and exporter Euro Steel has evolved into one of South Africa’s largest stainless steel, special steels, aluminium and other corrosion-resistant materials distributor and exporter. →

Full range of corrosion control products available in Southern Africa

2nd June 2017 Corrosion control product supplier JST International’s (JST’s) cathodic protection and impressed current cathodic protection systems and corrosion resistant pipe supports product ranges have been expanded to include the full range of corrosion control coatings and wrappings in Southern Africa. →

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