MEDIA PACK 2025
Pipes, Pumps & Valves Africa is a niche-market magazine focusing solely on the pipes, pumps and valves industry. Pipes, Pumps & Valves Africa is endorsed by SAPMA (South African Pump Manufacturers Association), SAPSDA (South African Pump Systems Development Association), SAVAMA (South African Valves and Actuators Manufacturers Association) and VAMCOSA (Valve and Actuators Manufacturers Cluster of South Africa).
Our distribution network of over 4,000 copies stretches throughout Southern Africa and aims to provide manufacturers and suppliers alike with a platform to discuss and resolve issues relevant to the pipes, pumps & valves industry. The core of Pipes, Pumps & Valves Africa magazine is aiding the development and upward growth of the industry not only in South Africa but in all Southern African countries. Training is the main driving force in this development and focuses on pumping systems, valves, seals, electric motors, couplings and drives. We are proudly South African and strive to promote local manufacture, job creation, skills development, and growth of strong local companies in a competitive market
BONUS DIGITAL ISSUE
All advertisements are included in the digital version of the magazine and are linked to the company website, giving digital issue readers immediate access to the advertiser’s homepage.
DISTRIBUTION & MARKETING
FREQUENCY – Bi-monthly. CIRCULATION – 4,000 copies are distributed throughout Southern Africa. In addition to the printed version, the magazine is distributed as follows:
ONLINE MAGAZINE – An exact replica of every issue is available on our website www.pumpsandvalves.co.za.
BI-WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - A bi-weekly newsletter is sent out to an audience of pipes, pumps and valve end users in Africa and the rest of the world. All articles published in the magazine, and a link to the digital copy, are featured in a biweekly newsletter. Advertising space is available on this platform.
SOCIAL MEDIA – A digital copy of the magazine and articles are posted on Pipes, Pumps & Valves Africa’s Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram platforms on a regular basis to aid in companies’ campaigns and thus maximising exposure.
WHY FEATURE IN PIPES, PUMPS & VALVES AFRICA? Pipes, Pumps & Valves Africa magazine has a targeted approach allowing, wholly benefitting advertisers. Our loyal readers are buyers of your products and services. We have boldly positioned ourselves in the pipes, pumps and valves market extending wholly throughout Africa. What better way to communicate your message than through a reputable magazine that is respected in the industry? Your presence in Pipes, Pumps & Valves Africa grants you credibility as a manufacturer, distributor/ supplier, and service provider. Gain unmatched exposure to industry decisionmakers. Furthermore, we will propose a tailor-fit advertising package across our print and online platforms, providing you with maximum exposure. We also offer the services of an in-house production department that can assist in designing your advert campaign to your specific business requirements.
EDITORIAL POLICY - We strive to be the voice of the industry at large and urge you to submit your editorial for consideration. All editorial content is published at the Managing Editor’s discretion with preference given to advertisers. Articles written by Pipes, Pumps & Valves Africa are sent to the interviewee for factual verification before being published. Kindly email editorial and high-resolution pictures to info@pumpsandvalves.co.za.
OUR READERS
• Mechanical Engineers
• Civil Engineers
• Mine Managers
• Municipalities • Rand Water
• Water Board
4 000
AVERAGE PRINTED MAGAZINES PER ISSUE
BI-WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
1,K
10 000 FACEBOOK
LINKEDIN 2K
Exciting event for 2025:
• bauma
• Big 5 Construction
• Pipes, Pumps & Valves Africa Golf Day
• Women In Pipes Pumps & Valves
• Africa Oil Week
• Mining Indaba
JAN/FEB
• FOOD & BEVERAGE
• ACTUATORS
• LEAK DETECTION
• METAL CASTINGS/ FOUNDRIES
• PRESSURE GAUGES
• BAUMA
MAY/JUN
• PHARMACEUTICALS
• COMPRESSORS
• HEAT EXCHANGERS
• MAINTENANCE
• SOFTWARE
SEP/OCT
• MARITIME
• HYDRAULIC & PNEUMATICS
• MIXERS
• PIPES
• VIBRATION ANALYSIS
• AFRICA OIL WEEK
MAR/APR
• CHEMICALS & ABRASIVE HANDLING
• BEARINGS
• GEARBOXES
• LUBRICATION
• PIPES – STEEL & PLASTIC
• BIG 5 CONSTURCTION
JUL/AUG
• OIL & GAS
• COUPLINGS
• HOSES
• MECHANICAL SEALS
• SPECIALITY PUMPS
• WOMEN IN PIPES PUMPS & VALVES
NOV/DEC
• CONSTRUCTION & CIVIL ENGINEERING
• FLOWMETERS
• INSTRUMENTATION
• MOTORS & DRIVES
• WATER TREATMENT SOLUTIONS
• YEAR PLANNER
• MINING INDABA
MATERIAL SPECS
PRINT ADVERT SIZES:
A4 Bleed: 305 mm x 217 mm
A4 Trim: 297 mm x 210 mm
A4 Type area: 267 mm x 180 mm
½ (h): 130 mm x 180 mm
½ (v): 267 mm x 90 mm
¼ (v): 130 mm x 85 mm
¼ (h): 65 mm x 180 mm
1/3 (v): 267 mm x 55 mm
1/3 (h): 95 mm x 180 mm
WEB ADVERT REQUIREMENTS:
* Sized in pixels – supplied as gif, jpg or png
* Can be animated
ADVERT & MATERIAL DEADLINES:
ONLINE SPECIFICATIONS
STRIP & NEWSLETTER BANNER
H: 135 px x W: 600 px
BANNER H: 258 px x W: 185 px
TOWER BANNER
H: 450 px x W: 185 px
MAGAZINE SPECIFICATIONS
25 th of the month prior to publication FULL PAGE - A4
H: 305 mm x W: 217 mm (bleed)
H: 297 mm x W: 210 mm (trim)
H: 267 mm x W: 180 mm (type erea)
HALF PAGE - HORIZONTAL
H: 130 mm x W: 180 mm
PAGE - VERTICAL H: 267 mm x W: 90 mm QUARTER PAGE - VERTICAL H: 130 mm x W: 85 mm
2025 RATES
(1/2) R21 840 R20 475 R20 115
(1/3) R15 790 R16 380 R16 025
(1/4) R13 125 R12 445 R11 865 Strip Advert R11 185 R10 500 R10 080
These rates include agency commission and are excluding VAT
MAGAZINE ADVERTS GUIDELINES
PREFERRED FILE TRANSFER METHOD
NEWSLETTER
These rates are excluding agency commission and VAT
No responsibility is accepted for incorrect material or any other problems, including reproduction, if you do not adhere to the following.
Please supply composite PDF files with all fonts embedded. All PDF files should be supplied in single and not multiple page format. Colour space must be CMYK and have an effective resolution of 300dpi.
OTHER FILE FORMATS
We can process files from InDesign & Photoshop. Please ensure that you supply all the necessary fonts. Pictures should be saved as JPEG or PNG file with a minimum resolution of 300dpi at the size they are to appear. Colour pictures must be supplied CMYK.
ONLINE BANNER GUIDELINES
File formats: JPEG, GIF, animated GIF and Flash. File size: Should not exceed 30kb.
Magazine Buyers Guide
2025 RATES
Buyers Guide
BUYERS GUIDE
Website Buyers Guide
Magazine R1 225 (per listing) - R 1 065 for 3 and more
Website R1 225 (per listing) - R 1 065 for 3 and more
Combined Magazine & Website Buyers Guide Package Monthly R1 845 (per listing)
R9 450 (per listing)
BUYERS GUIDE GUIDELINES
All info needed: • High Resolution logo • Company Telephone number • Company Fax Number or Cell Number • Company email address • Company Website URL
Surita Marx
Managing Editor
Tel: +27 (0) 87 700 9834
Cell: +27 (0) 83 281 5761
Email: surita@pumpsandvalves.co.za
Lusana Merckel
Sales Manager
Tel: +27 (0) 87 700 9834
Cell: +27 (0) 65 704 0003
Email: lusana@pumpsandvalves.co.za
James Thomas Sales Executive
Tel: +27 (0) 87 700 9834
Email: sales@pumpsandvalves.co.za
www.pumpsandvalves.co.za
