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Benefits of improving labyrinth seal lubrication

5th November 2021 SPONSORED POST (Virtual Showroom):Labyrinth seals provide extremely efficient sealing of housings, contributing to improved bearing life when properly grease purged. However, if this is not done correctly then maintenance and productivity can be negatively affected because of bearing failures,... →

Modelling tool improves plant availability

29th October 2021 A new reliability model developed by Weba Chute Systems aims to help customers improve plant uptime and facilitate planning. The tool enables users to capture, store and calculate vital information about wear rates on different components within individual chutes. →

Weba Chute Systems’ reliability model helps improve uptime in plants

Isolation solutions reduce damage caused by screens

22nd October 2021 Screens vibrate more when starting and stopping, which can cause damage to infrastructure and reduce the lifespan of a machine. Isolators between the screen and the floor are meant to absorb vibrations and prevent damage to surrounding infrastructure, however, the transient phases of a screen can... →

A Kwatani screen fitted with torsional springs

Helping to optimise compressed air systems

22nd October 2021 A number of solutions are available to help users to maximise the efficiency of compressed air installations through improved reliability and availability and reductions in energy consumption and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. “The production of compressed air is one of the biggest energy... →

Image of a compressor room to illustrate Atlas Copco's compressor roomoptimisation solutions help users gain full benefit from their compressed air systems_1022

Atlas Copco's compressor room optimisation solutions help to optimise compressed air systems

Automated monitoring improves plant efficiency

22nd October 2021 Regular monitoring and maintenance of machines to ensure optimum machine availability is key to achieving maximum production and overall plant efficiency. However, manual monitoring with the use of portable devices can be inefficient, and harsh conditions can hamper maintenance work and... →

SKF’s Enlight Collect IMx-1 vibration and temperature sensor

Ensuring effective fan bearing lubrication

7th October 2021 SPONSORED POST (Virtual Showroom): Fans are essential components for the effective and efficient functioning of a range of industries. Sectors such as mining, mineral processing, food processing, petrochemical production and office, hotel and shopping mall heating ventilation and air-conditioning... →

Image of GreaseMax that offers a continuous automatic lubrication solution to ensure effective fan bearing lubrication

GreaseMax offers a continuous automatic lubrication solution to ensure effective fan bearing lubrication

Real-time oil condition analysis improves plant competitiveness

1st October 2021 Oil condition analysis equipment that monitors equipment oil in real-time, enabling any anomalies in the oil to be detected at a very early stage, is now available across Africa. Sourced from UK-based original-equipment manufacturer Tan Delta, the range of oil monitoring and analysis equipment... →

The Tan Delta oil quality display express kit is available from Hytec Fluid Technology

Conditioning unit improves lubricant performance

16th September 2021 Premature bearing failures are often caused by incorrect lubrication and contamination. Cleaning lubrication oil and bringing it to the optimum temperature helps to reduce the risk of failure. A plug-and-play unit that cools and filters lubricant as it circulates helps to extend machine service... →

SKF’s Oil Conditioning Unit helps to prolong bearing life by improving lubricant performance

Effective lubrication key to smooth operation of electric motors

10th September 2021 SPONSORED POST (Virtual Showroom): Lubrication improvements are said to significantly increase the reliability of electric motors and premature motor failure can most often be attributed to bearing failure because of inefficient lubrication. Lubricants have a finite lifespan and re-lubrication is... →

GreaseMax automatic lubricator from Delta Distribution

Tools tailored to the agricultural sector

3rd September 2021 Agriculture is a vital part of the South African economy and ensuring the smooth running and maintenance of farming equipment is essential to its success. Farms often operate maintenance and repair workshops on site, for regular maintenance or repair of equipment and require tools that are both... →

Image of PFERD tools specifically designed for agriculture and related industries

PFERD manufactures and supplies tools specifically designed for agriculture and related industries

Measuring chute performance

3rd September 2021 Measuring performance improvements for newly installed chutes helps provide mining customers with the assurance that the new product will reduce total cost of ownership. Weba Chute Systems highlights that it provides a scientific approach to measuring the performance of its chutes, to ensure that... →

Image of the Weba Chute Systems measuring model that allows accurate planning of proactive maintenance.

Using the Weba Chute Systems measuring model allows accurate planning of proactive maintenance.

Aftermarket services guarantee reliable pumps

3rd September 2021 Ensuring that pumps perform consistently requires the support of a number of aftermarket services, such as access to critical spares and experienced staff to maintain units to original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) standards. Even the best quality pumps need to be supported with a full range of... →

Image of Integrated Pump Technology staff maintaining pumps to OEM standards

Integrated Pump Technology staff maintain pumps to OEM standards

Correct lubrication essential to ensure longevity of plain bearings

10th August 2021 Plain bearings are renowned for their ability to operate for many years under heavy loads and in extremely harsh operating conditions, with little wear or need for attention, making them a good choice for intense applications. However, to ensure long-term effectiveness it is important to pair... →

Plain bearings can operate for many years under heavy loads

Advanced plastics prolong manufacturing equipment life

24th June 2021 Technologically advanced materials have revolutionised many applications in the industrial environment with engineered plastics able to outperform and outlast steel in heavy-duty applications such as bearings, bushes and protective housings. They have also enabled modern manufacturers to develop... →

igus polymers are used for even the toughest applications

New condition monitoring for conveyor belts

24th June 2021 A new condition monitoring digital service, tailor-made for predictive maintenance of conveyor belts has recently been launched. Belt damage can cause significant production downtime in mines and processing plants with in-person inspections typically carried out to determine the condition of... →

The ABB Ability condition monitoring for belts is tailor-made for predictive maintenance of conveyor belts

Thermal camera with user-friendly features

1st April 2021 A new handheld thermal camera is said to put the power of thermal imaging at users’ fingertips. The FLUKE TIS20+ from local representative, COMTEST, with touchscreen Infrared- (IR-) fusion, point-shoot-fix and asset tagging is designed to save time by delivering the right level of IR and analysis. →

New Fluke TiS20+ handheld thermal camera available from COMTEST

Digital transformation boosts manufacturing into Industry 4.0

5th February 2021 SPONSORED POST (Virtual Showroom): Global leading digital solutions provider SMS group offers a range of smart products and services designed to enhance opportunities for new business models and provide long-term added value for plant operators in the form of enhanced plant performance and... →

SMS group uses automation and digitilasation to offer manufacturing solutions

Electric cleaning units for easier pipe clearing

22nd January 2021 A range of electric flushing and pipe cleaning machines are available for a variety of maintenance applications. The Rothenberger range of pipe clearing machines includes the following models: →

The R550 drain cleaning machine from Rothenberger

Abrasion protection in the toughest environments

11th December 2020 Harsh operational environments and tough heavy-duty surface and underground mining processes can lead to the early failure of slurry pumps used in the transportation of abrasive solids in large volumes. Despite significant progress in the mechanical design of slurry pumps, they are still... →

Belzona products are formulated to repair and protect equipment in the mining and quarrying industry

Crane monitoring anytime, anywhere

20th November 2020 SPONSORED POST (Virtual Showroom): Heavy machinery, such as cranes and lifting systems, is considered to be one of the biggest investments undertaken by a plant or factory and ensuring proper maintenance and efficient operation of this equipment is crucial to business success. Operator... →

The yourKONECRANES portal allows for remote monitoring of heavy machinery

Cordless high torque impact wrench offers breakthrough technology

4th November 2020 SPONSORED POST (Virtual Showroom): A new cordless high torque impact wrench from Milwaukee is said to be the first of its kind and is tipped as a breakthrough in cordless power tool technology. Milwaukee's M18 FUEL 1” High Torque Impact Wrench offers a combination of three innovations, exclusive... →

M18 FUEL 1” High Torque Impact Wrench from Milwaukee

Effective machine noise detection

3rd November 2020 An electronic stethoscope can be used for locating noises within machines and installations to assist in the inspection and maintenance of equipment. The SKF TMST 3 electronic stethoscope is designed to ensure the effective identification of troublesome parts, through accurate pinpointing of... →

The SKF TMST 3 electronic stethoscope

New transformer monitoring technology gives speedy results

30th October 2020 SPONSORED POST (Virtual Showroom): Condition monitoring specialists WearCheck recently invested several million rands in four brand new laboratory instruments for their flourishing transformer division laboratories in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town. WearCheck MD Neil Robinson says the... →

Senior analytical chemist, Lynette Pillay, feeds samples into the new high performance liquid chromatography machine at WearCheck’s transformer laboratory in Durban

Identifying air leaks reduces electricity consumption

9th October 2020 Compressed air production is seen as integral for manufacturing plants but can also be one of the largest energy consumers. Air leaks amplify the load on a compressor, which can lead to higher electricity consumption and up to 30% loss of total compressed air production capacity. SKF’s TKSU 10... →

SKF’s TKSU 10 ultrasonic leak detector

Humidity sensors for hydraulic applications

22nd September 2020 A range of humidity sensors has been developed to serve as a preliminary warning system on any hydraulic application and to continuously monitor application oil relative humidity (rH), or moisture, and temperature. Bosch Rexroth South Africa Group company Hytec Fluid Technology (HFT) recently... →

The AquaSensor range, Humidity Sensor WGM, from Hytec Fluid Technology

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 to seek cost-containing measures in the current difficult economic climate. Germiston-based Metric... →

A view over a section of the Metric Automotive Engineering facility

High-spec, low-cost oscilloscope for industry and education

18th September 2020 An oscilloscope, also known as an O-scope, is an electronic laboratory instrument used to capture, process, display and analyse the waveform and bandwidth of electronic signals. RS Components (RS), a trading brand of Electrocomponents, a global omni-channel solutions partner for industrial... →

The Tektronix TBS2000B digital storage oscilloscope from RS Components

App simplifies refrigeration remote monitoring

4th September 2020 A new mobile application (app) that enables the remote monitoring of refrigeration, is now available. The app is designed to help small and medium-sized stores to monitor refrigeration assets from anywhere, at any time, without the need for central management control infrastructure. The new... →

The ProsaLink mobile app from Danfoss enables refrigeration remote monitoring

Diesel fuel injection systems quickly returned to service

27th August 2020 A Johannesburg-based specialised, accredited repair and remanufacturing services company asserts that it has the capacity to ensure fast turnaround times for the repair of diesel fuel injection machines. Reef Fuel Injection Services states that it is the only workshop in South Africa that is... →

Reef Fuel Injection Services’ service, repair and remanufacturing facility

Tool range returns to South Africa

31st July 2020 An internationally recognised range of tools distributed in over 80 countries worldwide, is once again available in South Africa. AmPro exited the local market in 2015 but has now returned as part of Motus Aftermarket Parts (MAP), the sole distributors for the entire range of AmPro tools which... →

AmPro tools are now available in South Africa

Pivot wrench sets with lifetime guarantee

24th July 2020 A range of pivot wrenches backed by a lifetime customer-satisfaction guarantee, is available from leading retailers across South Africa. The tools are designed and manufactured by Bondhus, a specialist in the industry for over 50 years. The Pivot Head Hex and TORX wrenches enable users to insert... →

A Bondhus pivot wrench

Thermal imaging for in-depth building inspection

1st April 2020 A built-in thermal imager combined with moisture hygrometer and multi-spectral dynamic imaging is designed to help users quickly troubleshoot moisture problems in buildings. The all-in-one, thermal-enabled moisture meter with hygrometer provides users with a more comprehensive understanding of... →

The FLIR thermal imaging sensor guides users to the source of building-related issues

Range of hand saws on offer

1st April 2020 A number of new hand saws are now available from specialist retail stores across South Africa. The range includes the following options: →

Tork Craft hand saws

Crankshaft for diesel engine gets a turn

1st April 2020 A crankshaft belonging to an 18-cylinder diesel engine is currently being remanufactured. The large 4000 hp diesel engine component is 2.7 m in length and powers a rigid frame dump truck in an open cast mining operation, under arduous operating conditions. The Cummins QSK 78 diesel engine had... →

Remanufacturing a crankshaft at Metric Automotive Engineering

Roll-up doors reset themselves

13th March 2020 A roll-up door that offers self-repairing capabilities, enabling it to recover its alignment should the curtain be accidentally dislodged, is now available. This functionality is made possible by the incorporation of side hinges that slide along special guides, together with flexible curtain ends... →

The Smart Reset roll-up door quickly recovers its alignment on its next opening or closing operation should the curtain be accidentally dislodged.

BMG

19th November 2019 The Field Services Division delivers a variety of specialist on-site services, in sync with customer needs for enhanced operational efficiency and maximized productivity. →

Artificial turf scores at the Moses Mabhida stadium

24th October 2019 The 9 000 m² run off that surrounds the central soccer pitch at Durban’s iconic Moses Mabhida stadium has been clad in artificial turf imported from Europe. The artificial grass was designed using four different shades of greens and browns to resemble natural lawns found in South Africa. The turf... →

High speed doors for increased productivity

1st October 2019 Efficiency of the supply chain, combined with employee wellbeing and satisfaction, are seen as primary contributors to a productive workplace environment within manufacturing and storage facilities. High speed roll up doors allow for rapid opening and closing and, together with the promise of a... →

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