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New on-site nitrogen generation solution

24th May 2024 A next-generation nitrogen generator is designed to meet diverse nitrogen applications across a variety of industries. The NGPs 2-9 pressure swing adsorption (PSA) range of generators has recently been added to Atlas Copco Compressor Technique’s existing NGP nitrogen generator series. "The... 

New model nitrogen generator on offer

12th October 2023 Atlas Copco has added a new model to its range of pressure swing adsorption (PSA) nitrogen generators. The NGP 130+ offers a nitrogen flow of 37 Nm³/h to 264 Nm³/h, depending on the selected purity. The NGP+ range is now available in all flow sizes from 1.9 Nm3/h to 2 871 Nm3/h (at reference... 

Image of Atlas Copco NGP8-130 Nitrogen Generator
Atlas Copco NGP8-130 Nitrogen Generator

Further electrolyser capacity reserved for green hydrogen production

3rd August 2023 Another company has signed a reservation agreement for production capacities for thyssenkrupp nucera's  high-efficiency water electrolysers to produce green hydrogen. The company has contractually secured the supply of the standardized 20 MW scalum electrolysis modules with a total installed... 

Onsite nitrogen generation

7th July 2023 Nitrogen is a key part of the production process of many industries such as oil and gas, electronics, and pharmaceuticals as well as applications including chemical manufacturing, food and beverage processing and packaging, laser cutting and wastewater treatment and these industries require a... 

Image of onsite Atlas Copco nitrogen generators
Atlas Copco nitrogen generators ensure onsite supply

SAQCC Gas discusses new electronic CoCs at Securex 2023 

7th June 2023 As of the of April 1 this year, any Certificate of Conformity (CoC) issued by paper is no longer considered valid.  South African Qualification and Certification Committee for Gas (SAQCC Gas) has been officially appointed and mandated by the Department of Employment and Labour to register gas... 

SAQCC Gas discusses new electronic CoCs at Securex 2023

Mobile compressed air solution for opencast mine

30th March 2023 Atlas Copco Power Technique recently collaborated with Mpumalanga-based distributor Airlif Compressors & Pumps to deliver a compressed air solution to a South African opencast mine. The Atlas Copco U110PACE is designed to meet compressed air requirements on mine and construction sites and is... 

Image of mobile compressed air solution vehicle
Atlas Copco and Airlif Compressors supply mobile compressed air solution to an opencast mine

Constant nitrogen supply improves mine truck efficiency and safety

24th March 2023 Filling tyres with nitrogen is known to have several benefits, such as improved safety because of reduced risk of fire if tyres rupture – an important safety factor in large off-highway trucks where the huge wheels are positioned directly under the driver’s seat. Nitrogen-filled tyres also run... 

Image of construction vehicle to show that Oxair Gas Systems provides on-site nitrogen for mining vehicles
Oxair Gas Systems provides on-site nitrogen for mining vehicles

Ultrasonic flow meter helps ensure reliable gas flow measurement

30th August 2022 Patented broadband continuous-wave technology used in an ultra-sonic flow meter promises low noise and reliable measurements, even in the most demanding applications. By calculating velocity ratios between two or more ultrasonic paths, WIKA says that its simply constructed model FLC-UFL... 

Image of the WIKA FLC-UFL ultrasonic flow meter
The WIKA FLC-UFL ultrasonic flow meter

Nitrogen generator offers safe and efficient production

16th June 2022 A wide range of industries such as chemicals, food and beverage, electronics, pharmaceuticals and laser cutting, depend on nitrogen (N₂) as an integral part of their production and manufacturing processes. The inert gas is not reactive, making N₂ ideal for applications such as blanketing and for... 

Image of Atlas Copco NGP+ generator offers reliable onsite Nitrogen supply
Atlas Copco NGP+ generator offers reliable onsite Nitrogen supply

Collaboration expands distribution of cutting solutions

10th June 2022 Bolt and Engineering (B.E.D.) and First Cut have finalised an agreement to jointly distribute Messer Cutting Systems products and solutions in South Africa. “Messer Cutting Systems is an extremely well-known and high-profile global company, and we are very pleased to be part of this... 

Image of a cutting torch from Messer Cutting Systems
Cutting torch from Messer Cutting Systems

Modular system enables efficient gas capture in smelting plants

2nd June 2022 A new modular converter hood system for horizontal converter vessels used in the smelting process promises a sulfur dioxide (SO2) gas capture capability of 99%, minimizing the environmental impact. The new system from Metso Outotec Corporation is suitable for greenfield and brownfield... 

Image of Metso Outotec Converter Hood
Metso Outotec Converter Hood

Ultrasonic imaging camera detects compressed air leaks and electrical discharge

14th January 2022 Ultrasonic imaging is a relatively new technology that can help industrial companies maximise uptime, efficiency and safety, with applications in the detection of compressed air discharge or leaks, as well as electrical discharge and condition monitoring in the power generation sector. RS... 

Image of ultrasonic-imaging camera from FLIR , supplied by RS Components
Ultrasonic-imaging camera from FLIR , supplied by RS Components

On-site oxygen production helps save costs

19th November 2021 Oxygen is critical to a variety of industries and is used in a range of applications, such as improving the control of heating patterns, increasing furnace efficiencies by lowering fuel consumption and for reducing particulate and nitrogen oxide emissions. Oxygen can also be used with fuel gases... 

Image of Atlas Copco's GP+ Oxygen Generators that produce oxygen on-site
Atlas Copco's GP+ Oxygen Generators produce oxygen on-site

Locally manufactured products for new gas, helium project

18th November 2021 Locally manufactured transformers, switchgear and substations are being supplied to South Africa’s new onshore natural gas and helium project, Tetra4 by local electrical equipment specialist Zest WEG. The company has been contracted to supply a 7 MVA 33/11 KV transformers and two 1.5 MVA 6.6/0.4... 

Image of a locally manufactured 7MVA transformer from Zest WEG
The locally manufactured 7MVA transformer from Zest WEG, ready for transportation to site

Nitrogen generators deliver up to 99.999% pure nitrogen on-site, while reducing costs

8th April 2021 Nitrogen is an essential requirement in a number of applications such as chemical manufacturing, food and beverage processing and packaging, electronics, pharmaceuticals and laser cutting, which are dependent on the industrial gas as an integral part of the production processes. Nitrogen... 

Atlas Copco NGP+ nitrogen generators offer on-site delivery of 99.999% pure nitrogen
Atlas Copco NGP+ nitrogen generators offer on-site delivery of 99.999% pure nitrogen

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 exhaust gas and use it for a range of heating applications within a factory. The 1.8 MW OP16 gas... 

The Opra gas turbine generator set
The Opra gas turbine generator set

Medical air solutions for health care facilities

26th June 2020 The supply of medical air to theatres and hospital beds is critical to patient safety and care and is considered a vital life support service. Medical air is classified as a pharmaceutical product and compliance with the European pharmacopoeia monograph requires carefully controlled... 

Medical gas distribution systems from BeaconMedæs
Medical gas distribution systems from BeaconMedæs

Oxygen analyser ensures quality of nitrogen for oil and gas industry in challenging conditions

11th June 2020 A major supplier of nitrogen generators has selected an oxygen analyzer to ensure nitrogen quality as part of its engineered systems for the oil and gas industry in the Middle East. The containerised or skid-mounted nitrogen generating systems have to withstand the large variations in ambient... 

Michell’s XTP601 oxygen analyzer, locally represented by Instrotech
Michell’s XTP601 oxygen analyzer, locally represented by Instrotech

Thermal camera detects gas leaks autonomously

13th May 2020 An uncooled, fixed mount, connected and autonomous leak detection thermal camera for detecting methane and other industrial gases, has recently been launched. The new camera aims to provide upstream and midstream gas processors, producers and operators with the ability to monitor continuously for... 

The FLIR Gas Find IR camera
The FLIR Gas Find IR camera

Wireless cloud connectivity for hazardous locations

10th January 2020 A wireless monitoring system has recently been introduced for use in a number of different industries and environments. The system enables designated safety contacts to receive real-time alerts for gas hazards, panic and man-down situations that my occur on site in production plants or in the... 

BMG

15th November 2019 Welding is a complex skill requiring good quality components and a skilled artisan. BMG can ensure that components are of the highest quality. For MMA (Arc) welders, TIG torches or MIG welding wire, BMG has the welding tools and equipment that you need to stay safe.  

BMG

Air Products South Africa (Pty) Ltd

By: Creamer Media Reporter      15th November 2019 Air Products South Africa (Pty) Ltd manufactures, supplies and distributes a diverse portfolio of atmospheric gases, speciality gases, performance materials, equipment and services to the Southern African region. Air Products: Service that delivers the difference.   

Air Products South Africa (Pty) Ltd

Egoli Gas (Pty) Ltd

15th November 2019 Egoli Gas (Pty) Ltd is a natural gas reticulator based in Johannesburg and servicing more than 8000 domestic, central water heating, hospitality, industrial and power generation clients for the use of cooking, heating and hot water and so much more. 

Egoli Gas (Pty) Ltd

Afrox

By: Creamer Media Reporter      14th November 2019 Afrox is sub-Saharan Africa’s market leader in gases and welding products. Afrox was founded in 1927, listed on the JSE in 1963, and has prospered by constantly meeting the needs of customers and developing solutions that add value to customers’ applications. Afrox operates in South Africa and in... 

Afrox

Flow measurement for natural gas custody transfer

17th October 2019 An ultrasonic flow meter, which promises highly accurate flow measurement in natural gas custody transfer applications with reduced upstream piping requirements and without flow conditioning, has been introduced. The flow meter compensates for flow distortions owing to pipe bends, shorter... 

Safety solutions for the welding and cutting industries

3rd September 2019 Many people are injured each year by the incorrect or careless use of oxy/fuel gas equipment. Welding and cutting in difficult to reach places on site and at height is particularly dangerous and includes potential hazards such as: 

Digitised inspection service for the oil and gas industry

1st August 2019  A digitised inspection service is set to enhance and revolutionise the inspection process for the oil and gas industry.   The inspection technology digitises the entire inspection workflow by leveraging automation and overhauling the current paper-based manual process. The creators of the... 

New technology removes greenhouse gases

25th June 2019 New South African legislation will be in place by April 1, 2020, requiring existing plants to comply with minimum emission standards, or MES, for new plants to meet nitrogen oxides, or NOX, levels of less than 350 mg/Nm3. New technology is now available to assist nitric acid plants to become... 

NGP+ nitrogen generators available

19th June 2019 Nitrogen generators designed to supply nitrogen onsite at up to 99,999% purity and deliver a potential 50% reduction in running costs, are now available. Nitrogen is an integral part of the production process in many applications, in industries such as chemical manufacturing, food and beverage,... 

Onsite nitrogen membrane systems now available

11th June 2019 Nitrogen is used by many industries for displacing oxygen to prevent explosions in highly dangerous environments. Transporting the gas to on-site locations can be expensive and logistically challenging, as well as potentially dangerous for personnel moving the cylinders. New on-site nitrogen... 

Gas certificates of conformity moving into the digital space

4th June 2019 The pressure equipment regulations (PER) of 2009 require a certificate of conformity (COC) for every completed gas installation; whether fuel, compressed, refrigerant, industrial, or medical gas. Upon completion of each installation, gas practitioners currently fill out and issue a physical form... 

Nitrogen generators for the spray-painting industry

28th May 2019 Compressed nitrogen is set to bring about a major advance in the professional spray-painting industry. Its properties as a colourless, odourless, tasteless and invisible gas offer distinct advantages over traditional spray-painting delivery mechanisms. "The key factor with compressed nitrogen is... 

Virtual Gas Network

6th November 2018 Virtual Gas Network (Pty) Ltd supplies compressed natural gas via a Virtual Pipeline (via road). It is with this innovative trailer road transport system that we can safely and economically transport natural gas to CNG refueling stations, gas distribution networks, industries, power generation... 

Virtual Gas Network

Weishaupt

6th November 2018 Digital – digital combustion management for economical and safe burner operation. The controls are easy to use. 

Weishaupt

EASIGAS

9th November 2017 SA's dedicated supplier of LPG. Servicing both Bulk and Cylinder LPG markets throughout Southern Africa, from domestic to Large Industrial applications. 

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