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An image depicting people at an AFS launch function in the company's hydraulic press room
Company celebrates one year anniversary
20th May 2022

Slurry related valves design and manufacturing company Abrasive Flow Solutions (AFS) celebrated its first year of being in business in March. The company hosted a two-day launch function at its... 


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African valves industry on the upswing
20th May 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

While the easing of lockdown restrictions has allowed for easier logistical navigation globally, the war between Russia and the Ukraine has created a knock-on effect in terms of the increase in... 


WATER RETRACT ACTUATOR 
The WRA250 was reintroduced to the South African automotive market in March this year
Actuator can contribute to growth of auto sector
6th May 2022 By: Tracy Hancock

The Parker Water Retract Actuator (WRA250) can help the welding cell become an important contributor to the plant-wide adoption of lean best practices that support the goals of the South African... 


An image of PACE Valves' dump valve
New opportunities in strained industry
5th November 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

The partnership between industrial valves supplier Process and Allied Contracting Equipment (PACE Valves) and Australia-based specialist flow control solutions company Proeger, is helping to meet... 


An image of Thermaspray's laser cladding process on the knife gate of a knife gate valve
Coating solutions extend valves life span
5th November 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

High technology spray coating specialist Thermaspray offers the distinct technologies of thermal spray, laser cladding and Teflon for application of coatings on new or refurbished valves. These... 


An image of AFS' new rubber lining facility with autoclave
Company celebrates one year
5th November 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

Specialists in the design and slurry related valves manufacturer Abrasive Flow Solutions (AFS) is celebrating its first year of business. “AFS was established by the Engineering Solutions Group... 


 	An image of AVK Valve's Valves
Local-content policies need fine-tuning
5th November 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

While the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) has worked closely with the valve manufacturing industry and industry bodies to boost the industry and local content, policies... 


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Valves manufacturer aims for Africa expansion
5th November 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

Valve manufacturer Dynamic Fluid Control (DFC) aims to extend its global footprint to include a stronger presence in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) through partnerships with local DRC... 


the E8500 Plus portable emissions analyser
Gas analyser suitable for easy pressure monitoring
8th October 2021

The E8500 Plus is a powerful and advanced portable emissions analyser from analytical services provider Elemental Analytics, which is a complete, portable tool for Environmental Protection Agency... 


Verderflex Dura 65 pump against a white background
Pump range expansion beneficial to industry
8th October 2021

The proven Verderflex Dura hose pump series from industrial equipment supplier Verder Pumps, has grown. The new Verderflex Dura 65 hose pump replaces the popular Verderflex VF65, boasting 20% more... 


Valve component on a table
Valve components meet application specifications
8th October 2021 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

Water-jet cutting service provider Maxjet Global has used its extensive experience in the manufacturing of pump and valve components to produce components that are specified for their application.... 


A large silver screw like instrument used in a thermowell application
Unique thermowell design on offer
6th August 2021

Measuring instruments supplier Wika Instruments offers its ScrutonWell as an alternative to a standard thermowell. The ScrutonWell, manufactured by Wika, is typically used in applications commonly... 


CHECK IT OUT The Unidelta check valve is now available in South Africa
New valves add to supplier portfolio
14th May 2021 By: Halima Frost

Specialist valve distributor Astore Keymak has added two new valves to its portfolio to offer ease of installation. Astore Keymak compression fittings and saddles product manager Aldrin Velan tells... 


PERFECTLY NESTED
The flanges and seals made on the new CNC waterjet machine are suited in design and material for perfect nesting
CNC machine bolsters company offering
14th May 2021 By: Halima Frost

Waterjet cutting service provider MaxJet Global has invested in a new computer numerical control (CNC) waterjet machine to bolster its specialised flange and seal offerings for the valves sector.... 


SLURRY SLURPER
The AFS range of valves are suited to harsh condistions such as that found in the moving of slurry
New valves add to supplier portfolio
14th May 2021

Valve manufacturer Abrasive Flow Solutions (AFS) design and locally manufacture a comprehensive range of FPV and KLEP slurry related valves that complies with stringent quality and safety... 


TUMI TSEHLO
The larger than normal valve manufactured for the desalinisation plant would generally be used in the mining sector
New valve breaking records on size
14th May 2021 By: Halima Frost

A mono-flanged large-bore Insamcor 1200 valve has been manufactured and delivered to Erongo desalination plant in Swakopmund, Namibia, by South African fluid technology manufacturer Dynamic Fluid... 


FLOOD GATE 
The Clarkson slurry knife gate valve range is being offered to the South African market by uNyasi Sales and Services
Distributor supplies new valve range
14th May 2021 By: Halima Frost

Valve and actuator supplier uNyazi Sales and Services, a technical partner of engineering, procurement and construction company Lesedi Nuclear Services, is an official distributor of the Clarkson... 


Mlungisi Cele 
Only locally manufactured products should qualify as local content
Investment needed to revive industry
23rd April 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

South African metal fabricators and government have to invest in the industry to compete with cheap imports from countries such as China, says valve manufacturer Dynamic Fluid Control executive... 


VERTICAL SUSPENDED PUMP The routine maintenance on these pumps can be overlooked
Pumps an essential asset
19th March 2021

Used throughout the water, petrochemicals and power generation sectors to move large volumes of water, vertical suspended pumps are essential assets, says fluid engineering specialist Sulzer... 


Tumi Tsehlo
After baptism of fire, empowered valves manufacturer on road to recovery
19th January 2021 By: Terence Creamer

After fulfilling, in November 2019, all the conditions precedent to finally consummate the R165-million acquisition of valve manufacturer Dynamic Fluid Control (DFC) from Aveng the new black owners... 


OPEN AND SHUT
Paltechnologies is the first South African valves manufacturer to become marine-certified
Local valve manufacturer first to be marine-certified
27th November 2020 By: Darren Parker

Valve manufacturer Paltechnologies (Paltech), a subsidiary of holdings company Mokoena Holdings, has become the first South African valve manufacturer to become fully certified to supply valves to... 


LARGE HOLDING 
ENERGYValves boasts a vast stock-holding of its flagship range of competitively priced ball valves which can be considered as commodity products
Company holds premium reputation in valves industry
6th November 2020

Stainless steel and special alloy valves supplier Energy Valves, a division of single-source supplier of corrosion resistant and other specialist alloys EMVAfrica, holds a solid reputation as a... 


Customised solutions to meet clients’ needs
6th November 2020

Engineering solutions provider BMG, which distributes hydraulic valves manufacturer Hydraforce’s range of proportional valves in Southern Africa, works closely with Hydraforce engineers and... 


RIENZI KNIFE GATE 
DLM is a strong competitor in the valve industry, having built strong relationships with customers and suppliers
Pandemic effects still felt in valves industry
6th November 2020 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

Industrial equipment supplier Dupleix Liquid Meters (DLM) believes that the national lockdown has placed a strain across countless industries and feels that there is a long road ahead before things... 


SANDY MAJATLADI
The role of the NFTN is to endorse a competitive market within South African foundries
Industry body promotes support interventions for local foundries
6th November 2020 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

Industry support provider the National Foundry Technology Network (NFTN) is promoting pressure-equipment-directive support interventions in the local foundry industry and these interventions are in... 


SLOW AND STEADY 
During the national lockdown, imports, and overall logistics operations, came to a halt with an assembly delay of between 12 weeks and 30 weeks
Lack of local OEMs hinders valve industry
6th November 2020 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

The lack of local original-equipment manufacturers (OEMs) has led to a low availability of valve components and spares – particularly during the Covid-19 period – which has, consequently, resulted... 


Stanfra Trading launches first South African-made 100 mm quarter-turn segmented ball valve
11th September 2020 By: Donna Slater

Launched on September 10 during the Electra Mining Africa 2020 Connect virtual event, machining manufacturer Stanfra Trading showcased its new fully South African 100 mm quarter-turn ball valve.... 


A NEW GENERATION
The Gen III foam proportioner can handle all types of foam agents, even highly viscous, alcohol-resistant and fluorine-free foam agents
New proportioning system ideal for refineries
4th September 2020 By: Darren Parker

Fire-suppression systems developer FireDos launched the third generation (Gen III) of its foam proportioners for fire extinguishing systems globally at the end of last year. The technology has... 


Pandemic prompts supplier’s tech aspirations
29th May 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Industrial valves supplier Process and Allied Contracting Equipment (Pace Valves) plans to embrace the technological developments that will be prompted by the Covid-19 pandemic in South Africa to... 


Macsteel merges fluid control, pipes divisions
20th May 2020 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Steel and value-added steel products supplier Macsteel has merged its fluid control division with its pipes, fittings and flanges division. The vertical merger forms part of the company’s focus... 


REFURBISHED VALVES 
In addressing the high cost of valve replacements, Mechanical Rotating Solutions offers cost-effective solutions such as the efficient refurbishment and repairs
Valve maintenance key to mining fire protection
15th May 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

While an optimal fire-protection system is key to any mining operation, the inspection and maintenance of its various parts is of equal importance, says industrial solutions provider Mechanical... 


MAPPING THE WAY FORWARD 
RGR Technologies looks forward to slowly introducing three-dimensional printing into its processes to assist with the manufacture of valve parts
Local procurement lags in public, private sectors
15th May 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

A prevailing issue facing the valves sector is the “poor attitude” to local procurement in the public and private sectors, says valves manufacturer RGR Technologies commercial director Ross Hunter. 


FLOAT LIKE A BUTTERFLY 
The Desponia butterfly valves, manufactured in Spain, are available with different lining materials for reliability and extended service life in diverse sectors
Company supports essential service providers amid lockdown
15th May 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Industrial equipment supplier BMG encourages companies operating during South Africa’s Covid-19 lockdown and beyond not to neglect the condition monitoring of process valves. 


IN TOUCH WITH THE TRENDS 
Pace Valves is no stranger to developments in valve automation
Pandemic prompts supplier’s tech aspirations
15th May 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Industrial valves supplier Process and Allied Contracting Equipment (Pace Valves) plans to embrace the technological developments that will be prompted by the Covid-19 pandemic in South Africa to... 


IRREPLACEABLE SOLUTIONS
The initial coating of new valves as well as their efficient repair results in fewer valve replacements
Valves maintenance still a challenge
15th May 2020 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Although demand for valves has increased over the past five years, maintenance costs, efficiency and valve service life are some of the challenges that companies face yearly, says coating... 


Supplier keeps valves flowing
24th April 2020 By: Halima Frost

Water treatment solutions provider Allmech assures clients that although South Africa is still reeling from the Covid-19 lockdown, implemented last month, the company will continue to supply its... 


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