MINING DEVELOPMENTS September/October 2014
Magazine
NYLOCOMP Postal Address: Postnet Suite 45 Private Bag X10578 Bronkhorstspruit, 1020
CONVEYOR IDLER SPECIALISTS Nylocomp specialize in the design and manufacturing of conveyor idlers for all sectors of mining and industry. This includes HDPE, Steel, Gravity, Impact, Guide, An?-Roll Back and our popular Yiga-P® Idler. Nylocomp's designs, are done on Autocad Inventor by our consul ng Engineer mr.Hannes Conradie. Manufacturing is done at our factory in Bronkhorstspruit, Gauteng. Quality Control is done a er each stage of manufacturing by 2 quality control supervisors, to ensure con nuous quality in produc on. Each idler is tested before leaving the factory. Nylocomp is in the process to become ISO9001:2008 Compliant. Nylocomp's products also include: Garland strings, Linear Screen Idlers, Sheets of Tarentaal® and Parrot Green™, Sheave Wheels and Marion Rope Blocks. Nylocomp strives to provide our clients with product informaton and technical support to assist them to make the correct selectons in respect of product applica ons for their specific needs. It is our objec ve to provide the best possible, before and a?er, sales service to our clients. Our client base stretches from South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Mozambique and Australia. Registered Trade names: Tarentaal®, Blue Crane®, Ostrich Black®, for different grades of Polyethylene and Yiga-P® for Nylocomp's Green Idler.
Tel: +27 13 932-1572 Fax: +27 13 932-3412 Mobile: +27 82 896-8739 Email: nylocomp@nylocomp.co.za nylocomp@mweb.co.za Website: www.nylocomp.co.za
Industrial and Automotive Heating and Cooling intercoolers for automotive, marine and industrial applications. We utilise the flux brazing technique for our automotive oil- and intercoolers, and are capable of producing single units to customer specification:
Our industrial division designs and manufactures aluminium oil and intercoolers for automotive, marine and industrial applications. We utilise the flux brazing technique for our automotive oiland intercoolers, and are capable of producing single units to customer specification. Our various warehouse agents carry most of the popular cores. Usually they are despatched the same day the order is received. Under normal conditions, we despatch specials (NCN's), or out of stock cores on the same day to our warehouse agents, providing orders are received by 10h00. This facility is not available over weekends. Our aim is to furnish you with an efficient same day service, but you must remember that demand can be a factor. To ensure delivery and avoid disappointment, orders should be placed as early as possible. Tell us about your needs and also about new models, corrections, improvements, etc. Your input will help CHE to provide you with a constantly updated catalogue and website. Through many suppliers in Europe, England, USA and Asia, original equipment type coolers and components can be supplied ex indent. Cape Heat Exchange are also exporters of Heat Exchange & Radiator Products. Industrial Heating Exchangers Cape Heat Exchange designs and manufactures aluminium oil and
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Inter Coolers Tube & Shell Oil Coolers All types of Marine Coolers Hydraulic Oil Coolers Automotive Oil Coolers Steam Heat Exchangers Oil Coolers in various designs Heavy Duty Radiator Cores Special Application Radiator Cores Aftercoolers Plastic & Brass Radiator Tanks Spiral Tubes Withnell Tube Oil Coolers Transmission Oil Coolers Custom Cores made to specification
Automotive Heating Exchangers Flat Fin Radiators Ÿ
Copper 2 row up to 8 tube rows (37 to 150 mm core thickness) fin pitch: 2.2, 2.5 and 3 mm 10 mm tube pitch 13.6 x 2.6 mm tube 19 x 2.6 mm tube Ÿ
Steel 2 row up to 8 rows (57 to 150 mm core thickness) fin pitch: 2.2, 2.5 and 3 mm (and multiples thereof) 15.88 mm tube pitch 13.2 x 2.6 mm tube angled tube construction Ÿ Corrugated Fin Radiators 13.6 x 2.6 mm tube 1 row up to 5 tube rows (16 mm up to 83 mm core thickness) fin pitch: 35 to 80fins/dm 10 mm or 11.5 mm tube pitch
11 x 1.5 mm tube 2 row up to 4 rows (27 mm up to 57 mm) fin pitch: 35 to 80 fins/dm 9.5 mm tube pitch
Published by: Projects Publishers 62, 2nd avenue, Houghton, P.O. box 92744, Norwood, 2117, Johannesburg, South Africa. Tel: +27 11 483 0859 Fax: +27 86 601 9195 Email: info@miningdevelopmentsnews.com Website www.miningdevelopmentsnews.com The Publisher does not accept any responsibility for the accuracy or authenticity of the contributions contained in the Magazine and advertisements. Views expressed by the contributors are not necessarily those of the Publishers.
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What you need for Drill steel and drilling The drilling process requires the use of a drill,
valid drilling speed is achieved when one gets
and a vise. Distortion arising from the pressure
which is characterized with metal drill bits. One
nice shavings. For instance, stainless steel
impacted by the drill can be contained by
major feature of drill bits is the sharp cutting
being a hard metal should be drilled at the rate
inserting a piece of wood with the same size
edge to ensure that the drill bits cut through
of 800 r.p.m given that the hole to be drilled is
and shape as the pipe into it. And most
the metal. Metal drill bits have a diameter
8mm. Drilling thin steel metal sheet may be
importantly, one should also leave the drill to perform its work by just applying little force.
which is the same as their entire length. They
dangerous if one is to have hold of the sheet.
do also have a tip which is ground at angle of
The sheet may shoot out of one's hand since
1180 . These drill bits are also known as high
after it is cut; it gets locked between the drill
speed steel (HSS), hard metals are drilled
bits. Therefore, it is advisable to clamp the
using HSS cobalt metal drill bits and they
steel metal sheet between two pieces of wood
undergo shavings while drilling.
while drilling. The use of woods does not only protect one from dangerous shooting but it
While drilling big holes on steel metal, pre
does also prevent blurs and hence increases
drilling is done by the use of a drill bit with a
reliability.
smaller diameter. This is vital so that when drilling with the larger drill, it cuts through
Drilling steel metal requires one to use little
efficiently without sliding away. If need be, pre
force; it should be left to do the work and thus
drilling can be done in a number of stages with
there is need for oiling the drill bit. Oiling
regularly increasing the diameter. While pre
lubricates and cools the drill bits. When almost
drilling, the diameter of the smaller drill bit
done with drilling through the metal, it is
should be at least equivalent to the core of the
necessary that one does not allow the drill to
larger drill bit. In this case the core means the
penetrate through quickly. This is in order to
shortest measurement between the two cutting
prevent blurs where the drill bits exist the
edges of drill bit.
metal.
Drilling speed is determined by the type of
Sometimes one may be drilling a steel pipe.
metal plus it is essential to note that setting
Therefore, the work piece should be clamped
very high speed while drilling is a mistake. A
well and carefully by use of a drill and stand
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Ruukki Metals opts in favour of Loesche mills for more efficient steel production The Finnish steel producer Ruukki
steelworks in Taranto, Italy. Thanks to
The company has EN ISO 9001
Metals is converting its blast
the positive experience of the
certification and the grinding plants
furnaces at the Raahe site in Finland
technology and price- performance
themselves are compliant with
from oil injectors to more cost-
ratio, Claudius Peters has opted for a
national and international safety
efficient Pulverized Coal Injection
solution from LOESCHE this time as
regulations.
(PCI). The new injection system is
well, a choice that meets the product
At present, around 330 people are
supplied by Claudius Peters Projects
preference of the end customer
employed at the company's head
GmbH and two LOESCHE mills LM
Ruukki.
office in D端sseldorf, with around 600 employed worldwide.
23.2 D will be installed to handle the coal grinding.
About Loesche Loesche is an owner-managed,
For more information contact:
In steel production it makes more
export-oriented company, which was
Loesche South Africa (Pty) Ltd.
sense to reduce the consumption of
founded in Berlin in 1906. Today, the
Tel: +27 11 482 2933
expensive coke in the blast furnace
company operates from its head
Email: umeyer@loeschesa.co.za
through the injection of more cost
office in D端sseldorf and has
Web: www.loesche.com
effective reducing agent. Pulverized
subsidiaries, representatives and
coal is a significantly more
agencies around the world.
economical alternative to oil here, but without a negative effect on the CO2
In 1928 that Loesche built the first
balance. With the conversion to a
spring-loaded air-flow mills, which
cost-efficient PCI solution, Ruukki is
even today are still known as
boosting its competitiveness on the
Loesche mills. Nowadays, Loesche
price-sensitive world market. Two
vertical mills form the core of many
LOESCHE mills type LM 23.2 D form
plants used to dry-grind coal, cement
part of the new plants. The
raw materials, granulated slag,
production rate of the mills is 33 t/h
industrial minerals and ores.
at a fineness of 20% > 0.09 mm and a gearbox capacity of 460kW.
Thanks to its grinding plants with throughputs of 2 to 300 t/h for the
A variety of special customer wishes
cement industry and self-inert, central
were considered when engineering
coal-grinding plants for hard and
the plants and LOESCHE GmbH
brown coal power stations, Loesche
delivered within the ambitious time
is the global market leader for vertical
schedule. The plants are expected to
mills and turnkey grinding mills.
go into operation in the third quarter of 2015 with a delivery period of eight
Loesche supplies turnkey plants,
months. Claudius Peters Projects
which are individually planned and
GmbH, a specialist in processing
built for the required process steps.
engineering in the cement, coal,
This includes plants for processing,
aluminum, gypsum and bulk produce
material storage, transportation and
industry, has long-standing business
delivery, vertical mills, hot-gas
relations with LOESCHE GmbH. The
generators, filter and separator
company is both a customer and a
systems, complete automation
supplier for components like dust
technology, plants for all aspects of
pumps, silos and silo systems or two-
construction above and below
way gates. As early as 2008, a mill
ground, steel construction and piping
type LM 28.3 D was already ordered
systems.
for the PCI plant at the ILVA
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bmg-expo-industrial-productivity…one This industrial productivity exhibition
As part of BMG's 40th anniversary celebrations this year, the company will
Visitors will be shown how boost plant
will be held at BMG Park in
be hosting the first BMG Expo – an
productivity with BMG's specialist
Johannesburg on 18 and 19
industrial productivity exhibition.
services which include
September.
*
custom design and evaluation of
“This two day event will present a critical
products and systems
focus on productivity and how BMG
*
integrates its vast product range and
troubleshooting, maintenance and
extensive technical services into
support with our field service fleet
tangible operational efficiencies,” says
*
Dave Russell, director, BMG. “Working
preventative maintenance
demonstrations at the event will
*
interrelate electrical, hydraulic,
recommendations
mechanical, lubrication and fluid control
*
on-site installation,
condition monitoring and
energy efficiency studies and
practical customer training
interventions. BMG, which has grown from a single “BMG will actively reveal how its total
Bearing Man shop, established in
process solutions - from on-site
Durban in 1974, now has over 120
breakdown maintenance and
outlets throughout Southern Africa. The
installation, to equipment optimisation -
company boasts 10 specialist divisions,
can positively influence the
with advanced technical skills to
performance of a company's productive
support the company's commitment to
assets and investment returns.”
applying technical knowledge and depth of experience to maximise the
Productivity and reliability improvement
efficiency and profitability for every
displays at the interactive event will
customer.
offer practical solutions on how to increase output, reduce downtime,
more bmg-expo-industrial-
optimise cost per unit production and
productivity…two
limit energy consumption.
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The BMG Expo will not only highlight BMG's extensive range of engineering components and technical expertise, but there will be a focus on practical working demonstrations of how components operate together to form an efficient system that enhances productivity and energy efficiency. BMG Expo 1 BMG will have demonstrations to reveal how its total process solutions - from onsite breakdown maintenance and installation, to equipment optimisation can positively influence the performance of a company's productive assets and investment returns. BMG Expo 2 BMG's field service teams will also be active at the BMG Expo
Released by Lindy Morton, Festivitas 083 268 6666 email festivitas@dbnmail.co.za For further information Veronique van Niekerk, Marketing Manager, BMG – Bearing Man Group PO Box 25192, Gateway, 4321 Email veroniquev@bmgworld.net Web www.bmgworld.net Telephone (031) 576 6221 Fax (031) 576 6383
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NATIONAL CHAINS Chain Systems for Conveyors The marketing arm of Chain Connection Chain Connection, an industry leader in the manufacture of medium to heavy duty conveyer and bucket elevator chains, has been meeting the exacting standards of the mining, timber, cement, automotive, sugar and fertilizers since 1998. To strengthen the links in our chain of business and to provide more streamlined service to our clients, we have formed National Chains, the marketing division of Chain Connection.
The motivated, professional team at National Chains will facilitate communication between manufacturer and client, expediting delivery and ensuring a superior product at a most competitive price. National Chains is a BEE rated company, which in turn, benefits your company’s BEE rating. Quite simply, National Chains is the link that will streamline an all - round improved business partnership.
Our uncompromising commitment towards service excellence is driven by a management team with in excess of 30 years experience in the design, manufacture and marketing of chains. This combination has enabled Chain Connection to grow significantly over the past few years. No mean feat in the prevailing economic climate. to expedite service and communication with our clients, we are in the process of opening branches countrywide.
Chain Connection is a SABS 9001 certified company with a modern production and tool room facility, enabling the in-house manufacture of components and tools. Equipment includes various eccentric and hydraulic presses from 100 tons to 500 tons, CNC lathes, CNC milling machines and a CNC plasma cutting machine. Uncompromising attention to manufacturing excellence All chains components are manufactured inhouse with stringent quality controls throughout every step of the process. Only certified steel is used in the manufacture of our customised chains, which are designed using state-of-the-art CAD/CAM technology. These drawings can be generated for our clients by request.
Components requiring heat treatment are outsourced to an expert company with whom we have been doing business for over a decade.
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SPEROSENS OFFERS A TURNKEY SOLUTION FOR FIRE DETECTION AND SUPPRESSION Fire Suppression and Detection is the fastest
designed to comply with NFPA16 standards.
have been installed at various workshops,
growing product group in the Sperosens basket
The CAFS (compressed air film system), a pre-
fuel storages and xanthate storages. All our
of products and systems.
mixed foam system, will be offered for smaller
fire suppression systems comply with all
fire zone area protection and if there is
local and international standards.
Sperosens offers a turnkey solution for Fire
insufficient dedicated fire water. The belt fire
New modular combo FSN controller and
Detection and Suppression systems. We
suppression system consists of a constant
plumber block temperature sensors have
design, engineer, manufacture, install,
pressure agent cylinder vessel filled with an
been included in the solution for fire
commission and maintain all these systems.
AFFF foam film/water mixture which is
suppression. The modular FSN Zone
We offer full SLA (service level agreements) or
pressurised by nitrogen. The CAFS is also
Controller complete with power supply and
support, auditing and maintenance agreements
designed to comply with NFPA16 standards.
battery back-up is developed for fire
on demand.
The rest of the Belt fire suppression system
protection systems and used to monitor fire
The company is affiliated and registered at
comprises a flame sensor, an IR temperature
detection sensors and subsequent
various professional bodies for e.g. SAESI
scanner, various bearing temperature sensors
suppression activation, one point of
(South African Emergency Services Institute),
and a custom designed electronic control panel.
extinguishing release. Belt trip facility, fault,
NFPA (National Fire Protection Association),
In-line inductor fire suppression systems have
maintenance, fire and fire suppression
and SABS (South African Bureau for
also been installed and commissioned to meet
failure alarms. 4-20 mA inputs are assigned
Standards). Individuals are registered,
various clients' environmental requirements and
to different levels of alarms. The responses
affiliated or associated with either IFE (Institute
budget.
of the controller to various inputs can be
of Fire Engineers (UK), SAQCC (South African
Sperosens has also installed the Deluge Water
configured using a PC based application.
Qualification & Certification Committee – Fire
Spray Systems at various clients in the industry.
The fire suppression systems can also be
Equipment), SFPE (Society of Fire Protection
The design complies with the NFPA15 standard
linked to our harsh terrain environmental
Engineers USA, SAESI (South African
with 10.2l/M/m² for 30 min.
telemetry system the SL2010.
Emergency Services Institute) or FDIA (Fire
NOVEC1230 Clean Agent Gas and Condensed
Sperosens' excellent track record, 24/7
detection Installers Association).
Aerosol STAT-X installations have been
remote back-up support and SLA
Sperosens became
a leading supplier of fire suppression solutions.
successfully completed. The Clean Agent Gas
agreements and unique fire detection and
The suppression group of products includes the
designs comply with NAFS125 standards.
suppression options is well known in the
Dose system which is a non-electrical water
These solutions are offered for in-cabinet
industry.
induction system for larger fire zone area
protection, total flooding if the room integrity is
protection. The Dose system will be offered if
taken into consideration, for computer, control
For more information contact Sperosens at
sufficient dedicated fire water and pressure
and server rooms and substations.
+27 12 6650317 or 0861773767 or e mail
exists and if the solution will meet the client's
DCP (Dry chemical powder) fire suppression
info@spero.co.za or visit our website at
requirement and budget. The system is
systems compliant with NFPA17 standards
www.spero.co.za
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blt-taylorTX4-forklifts-harsh-conditions…one BLT SA's extensive range of Taylor
strength multi-leaf lift chains are
These robust forklifts have a heavy
materials handling equipment - which
nested inside the mast rails. These
duty four-speed powershift
encompasses loaded and empty
machines have a 16° forward and
transmission with a high capacity 12
container handlers, reach stackers
backward mast tilting capacity.
plate clutch system for enhanced
and forklifts – now includes the TX4
durability. Other features include a full
series articulated 4-wheel drive forklift
Benefits of this robust series include a
directional modulation for soft
trucks, designed for moving materials
heavy duty bolted planetary drive axle;
directional changes and operator
in the harshest environments,
large, all terrain tyres for good traction
controlled air inching for precise
including muddy and rough terrain.
in harsh environments and fully
vehicle positioning in any
adjustable pin mounted forks, which
environment.
“Unlike other comparable articulated
are forged from heat treated steel, that
forklifts, this series is not a front loader
allow for flexibility of operation.
chassis with a fork attachment, but a
A high capacity transmission oil cooler is part of the bolted three section
robust articulated material handler,
There are three models in this range –
cooling system. The cooler has wide
completely designed and engineered
TX4-250 and TX4-300 units are rated
fin spacing which reduces dirt build-up
in the USA, to the highest standards,
at 165 HP at 2 000 rpm for heavy duty
and provides efficient engine cooling
by Taylor Machine Works,” says
industrial applications and the rated
for dependable operation in all
Charity Gumede, marketing director,
capacity for the TX4-360 is 190 HP at
conditions. A dual element air cleaner
BLT SA. “TX4 all terrain forklifts -
2 200 rpm. These machines maintain
with a restriction indicator system
which can be fitted with specially
their rated capacity, even at the full
offers engine protection and a remote
designed attachments for various
steer position.
mounted filter reduces oil spills. An
materials handling tasks - ensure
exhaust purifier system is an optional
efficient operation, low maintenance,
Taylor low emission engines are tier
optimum safety and extended service
certified, with lower fan and engine
life in arduous conditions.”
speeds for reduced noise levels.
The fuel tank has a heavy gauge steel
There are electronic diagnostics on
wall, with an integral strainer and
TX4 high lift forklifts, with an all
the engine with a fault code history for
lockable fuel cap. The newly designed
welded steel chassis and frames for
fast problem location and a built in
fuel sensor has no moving parts.
optimum strength, offer resistance to
emergency shutdown system for the
dynamic/shock loads. Optional heavy
engine and transmission is standard.
duty mast and carriage configurations
environmental feature.
For improved safety and visibility, the air snorkel and shielded exhausted
are available to suit exact materials
more blt-taylorTX4-forklifts-harsh-
are mounted on the corners of the cab
handling needs. The telescopic Ultra-
conditions…two
for a clear view open for the operator.
Vu mast features a nested channel
Dual panoramic interior rear view
construction for clear visibility of the
An engine mounted sealed fan shroud
mirrors and external side mirrors are
fork and other attachments. Double
ensures maximum air flow and a
standard. Other safety features
acting lift cylinders are positioned to
seven-blade pusher fan blows dust
include overhead rear work lights,
the rear of the mast rails, while high
and debris away from the operator.
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wheel is fully hydrostatic. There are
forward and reverse activated alarms, as well as safety rails and anti-slip steps.
BLT SA's extensive range of
Axle mounted spring-on, hydraulic-off
Taylor materials handling
two brake pedals – the left pedal controls both brake and inching and
parking brakes, with a brake saver
equipment includes the TX4
system, prevent the operator from
series articulated 4-wheel drive
driving through the parking brakes.
forklift trucks, designed for
equipment is distributed exclusively
Pedestrian cameras and monitors are
moving materials in the harshest
throughout Africa by BLT SA, which
optional.
environments, including muddy
solves materials handling
and rough terrain.
the right pedal is for brakes only. The Taylor range of materials handling
requirements by providing a custom machine design service and the
To facilitate easy maintenance, the TX4 series has a forward tilting cab and a
blt-taylorTX4-forklifts-harsh-
supply of specialised attachments to
pivoting chassis for access to internal
conditions…three
cope with exact tasks. BLT SA also
components. A sliding engine hood with
The TXB's ergonomically designed,
offers a technical advisory, support
swing away doors on both sides provide
uncluttered operator station is one of the
and spare parts service.
access to the engine, filters and
most spacious all-steel cabs in the
dipsticks. Brakes are easily serviceable
industry. Features include increased leg
without the need for axle disassembly.
and head room, an adjustable arm rest
Re-set circuit breakers are used
and sound insulation. A vinyl or cloth
throughout the truck instead of
mechanical suspension seat rotates 15°
conventional fuses. For easy
left and 20° right. Air-conditioning is
identification, all wiring is colour and
optional.
number coded. Frame channels ensure clean and protected routing of wiring and
An adjustable fingertip electric joystick
hoses. A frame bar can be placed
control on the hinge-down instrument
between the articulated sections for
panel ensures smooth and precise
transportation or servicing.
handling. Steering on a tilt steering
Released by Lindy Morton, Festivitas or 083 268 6666 festivitas@dbnmail.co.za For further information Charity Gumede, Marketing Director, BLT SA PO Box 12392, Jacobs, 4026 Telephone (031) 274 8270 Fax (031) 205 8002 Email info@blt.co.za Web www.blt.co.za
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High Performance Excavation Equipment Exc
wide suction pipe whose diameter is approximately thirty centimeters. Suction excavator in operation By the help of suction power, the excavator operates at a hundred meters per second. The suction tube is toothed at its end in order to cut the earth during excavation process. When the excavator is used to suck out debris, the earth
Excavators are heavy machines that are used
is first loosened with a compressed air lance or
for digging and trenching activities. Excavator
a water jet and this type of excavation where a
equipment has served great purpose in mining
water jet is applied is referred to as hydro
industries whereby mining activities are done
excavation or vacuum excavation. Suction
easily and effectively. In view of the suction
excavator is significant in that, it does not
excavator, a proper understanding of
expose the buried utilities in the underground
excavation equipment operating in
to damage while the equipment is used for
underground can be achieved. A suction
utility finding process.
excavator is as well known as vacuum excavator, vacuum tanker or vacuum lorry. It is a construction vehicle whose purpose is to remove debris from the underground through a
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The excavation process by a vacuum excavator is not complex. The Vacuum Excavator generates a high volume flow of air by the help of its triple air fans. The air is then
flown through the intake nozzle and hose into a series of chambers and the main material storage before it is passed through the mesh filter system and next into the atmosphere. The ground material under excavation is deposited to the main storage tank when the operator directs the machine's intake nozzle at the excavation ground and the air flow vacuums the ground material into the vacuum excavator. Soil particles are collected in tanks where dust particles are caught in the micro mesh filter system before the air finally passes from the machine. When the ground conditions become a challenge, the trained operator uses an air lance or other air tools, which are usually connected to the vacuum excavator. The ground is loosened through this tool, allowing the air flow to catch the material releasing it into the vacuum excavator. The use of vacuum excavator in excavation field as a new approach is not necessarily meant to replace the traditional or hand dig methods, which are still applicable in excavation process.
Traditional rotating pumps like centrifugal pumps are sealed, from leaking product to the environment, via a mechanical seal or stuffing box. Overtime the seals wear out and a leak will occur, and depending on the product being pumped could cause damage or present a health hazard to the operators. With magnetically coupled pumps there are no rotating seals, such as mechanical seals, and the only seal on the pump is a stationary o-ring between the pump head and volute. So provided the wetted materials selected are suitable for the chemical there is no chance of any leak, with many years of service life.
According to O'Neill 'The partnership with Greenpumps has enabled us to offer cutting edge technology and flexibility, with regards to standard and custom designed pumps to suit almost all applications when it comes to dealing with hazardous chemicals'.
PMPS was founded by David O'Neill in 2009, with the single minded mission to provide the best, most cost effective and environmentally friendly, chemical pumping solutions to industry.
Local company: Packaged metering & Pumping Solutions, has partnered with Italian based company, GREENPUMPS, who specialise in the design and manufacture of magnetically coupled pumps that are environmentally friendly. 'When dosing or transferring hazardous or toxic chemicals it is important to consider both safety and the impact on the environment, that is why we, at PMPS, standardise on sealless and leak free pumps' explains O'Neill.
Chemical Handling Safety & Environmental Protection at forefront of Packaged Metering & Pumping Solutions (PMPS) Strategy.
Greener Greener Pastures Pastures for for Chemical Chemical Pumping Pumping & & Dosing Dosing
Greenpumps have certainly allowed PMPS to take a huge step forward in being able to meet our customers demanding needs, which is working for the future of giving “zero emission” to preserve our environment.
The main features, include: · No gears to wear or metal to metal contact, low internal slip. · Capable of proportioning with variable speed drives. · Heavy duty casing and rotor machined from wrought alloy bars. · Heavy duty alloy containment shell for added safety. · Replaceable carbon cartridge - low maintenance costs. · Chemically resistant carbon or silicon carbide sleeve bearings. · High torque magnet rings suitable for direct starting motors. · Pedestal mounting or close coupled design. · Available with flanged connections.
We have seen an exponential increase in sales for our pumps in the mining industry, especially in solvent extraction, where we have sold our positive displacement GPA vane pumps for the feeding reagents like xanthates & frothers. Some reagents are flammable and thus the sealless pump offers a secure and safe option. Flowrates from 7……2000litres, combined with pressures of up to 12bar, and viscosities of upto 2000cP, make these pumps adaptable to most process requirements. High temperature liquids up to 315degC also pose no problems. GPA pumps feature self -compensating sliding-vanes which maintain design head and flow capacitiesfor extended operating life. GPA vane pumps are suitable for thin non-lubricating liquids and/or high differential pressure without rapid wear associated with gear mechanisms. GPA pumps are capable of self-priming from a dry start.
Packaged Metering and Pumping Solutions. P.M.P.S. is a South African based pump &
consistent flow and are capable of pumping a
process and P.M.P.S. has the expertise to handle
solutions company that is a supplier of
wide range of chemicals. The flow rate is adjusted
any issues that may arise so you can worry about
metering/dosing pumps & complex skid mounted
by modifying the stroke length or the stroke
your business, and know that your chemical
pumping systems to the chemical, Agricultural,
speed. Metering pumps are used in applications
transfer or metering system is done right.
water treatment, petrochemical, pharmaceutical
where there is high system pressure, low system
and other related industries.
flow rates, and high flow accuracy is needed.
Our business model is customer service and this is why our customers come back to us time and
Our motorised pumps include: Diaphragm
We understand how critical our chemical metering
time again for all of their packaged skid mounted
Dosing Pumps, Piston Dosing Pumps, Hydraulic
system is in your process so all of our systems
chemical metering and transfer pumping systems.
Piston Diaphrgm Pumps, Process dosing Pumps,
undergo rigorous testing before shipment. CHEMICAL MIXING EQUIPMENT
Pulsation Dampers & accessories. P.M.P.S. pump skids are specifically designed and
P.M.P.S. chemical mixing equipment is
Our Agricultural Pumps include: Non electric,
fabricated to meet the needs of your specific flow-
engineered and fabricated in house.
Water Powered Proportional Dosing Pumps &
chemical application requirements. Our chemical
Injectors.
metering systems are fully automated with PLC controls.
manufacture our chemical mixing equipment and pumping systems assures that all specifications
Our Systems include: Chemical metering skids, water & wastewater chemical metering, chemical
CHEMICAL MIXING EQUIPMENT
transfer skids, pH control/aggressive chemicals,
P.M.P.S. specialises in Chemical Mixing
packaged pumping systems, heat transfer skids,
Equipment for various industries. Our mixing
packaged pumping stations and cooling system
equipment is used to accurately meter and mix
skids for chemical, pulp-paper, municipal,
any type of chemical your process requires.
wastewater treatment, food/beverage,
P.M.P.S. engineers are familiar with chemical
commercial and mining applications.
compatibility issues that could arise and rest assured that our fully automated chemical mixing
PACKAGED SKID MOUNTED PUMPING
The process that we use to design and
equipment systems will work right the first time.
are met. When choosing what kind of mixing equipment to purchase, there are several factors to consider. The heart of our chemical mixing equipment is in the pump. Another important factor to consider when sizing and designing chemical mixing equipment is that type of chemical that the system will be mixing. This another critical part of the process because different chemicals have
SYSTEMS P.M.P.S. chemical metering pump skids are
CHEMICAL FEED SYSTEMS
different compatibility issues that need to be
engineered packaged assemblies for accurate
At P.M.P.S. we constantly strive to raise the bar
addressed when designing the system.
injection, mixing, metering, blending or treatment
and think outside of the box. This philosophy is
of any liquid or chemical.
how we create packaged chemical feed systems that meet our customers’ requirements.
Our chemical mixing equipment pump skids are fully automated and packaged so that they can be dropped into place and work with minimal
The heart of the chemical metering system is the pump. Metering pumps use positive displacement
CHEMICAL TRANSFER SYSTEMS
installation required. P.M.P.S. understands how
to pump liquids at precise flow rates that can be
When it comes to mixing, blending, metering or
important our chemical mixing equipment is for
adjusted manually or automatically.
transferring chemicals, P.M.P.S. has the
your company and we strive to build high quality
experience you can rely on.
mixing equipment that satisfies your requirements
Our systems can be fully automated and adjusted directly through the control panel.
with a quick turn around time. We are your packaged pumping solutions provider.
Metering pumps are used in chemical pumping systems because they produce precise and
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hpe-africa-crushing&screeningequipment…one High Power Equipment Africa - HPE Africa - distributes a wide range of earthmoving equipment, which includes mobile crushing and screening units, as well as hydraulic
Soosan hydraulic breakers HPE Africa's range of Soosan hydraulic breakers includes the recently launched SU+ series, which has been designed with a higher power to weight ratio and increased impact frequency for greater production efficiency.
Because material is crushed and reused on site, the need for machinery dedicated to various processing stages is reduced, transportation costs are minimal and dumpsite fees and double handling is virtually
hammers and drills. MB jaw action crusher buckets are
eliminated.
“MB crusher buckets, McCloskey
designed for on-site crushing of inert
mobile crushing and screening plants
materials and unlike other crusher
These crusher buckets are easily
and Soosan hydraulic hammers and
buckets on the market, this range is
attached to excavators, from 20 t to
drills, available exclusively in
also able to process and crush
36 t, using specially designed
Southern Africa from HPE Africa,
material containing rebar steel. Iron
mechanical or hydraulic universal
ensure efficient performance and
separators efficiently divide various
quick couplers.
extended service life in harsh
iron elements, including concrete and
operating conditions,” says Dave
steel, during the crushing process.
more
Davel, product specialist, HPE Africa.
For this reason, these crusher
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“This robust crushing and screening
buckets are ideal for aggregate and
equipment…two
equipment is suitable for small,
demolition applications, where
medium and large scale projects in
volumes of 35 m³ to 50 m³ per hour
An important unit in the McCloskey
mining, quarrying, construction,
are required.
range is the C38R recirculating cone
demolition, recycling and agriculture.”
crusher, with key features that include
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a metal detector, an anti spin system,
McCloskey C38R recirculating
integrated hopper and fully hydraulic
cone crushers Key features of McCloskey C38R recirculating cone crushers include a metal detector, an anti spin system, integrated hopper and fully hydraulic push button and relief system, with load and material level monitoring
push button and relief system, with load and material level monitoring.
These Telsmith 38SBS cone
access for routine maintenance.
The units have four jacking legs on each corner to stabilise the crusher in uneven terrain. The tracks are bolt on, rather than weld on. The advantage is, in the event of a track
crushers, which are powered by CAT C9 Tier 3 engines, accept a material
McCloskey heavy duty track mounted
problem, the crusher can simply be
feed size up to 200 mm and offer a
recirculating cone crushers have
jacked up and the entire track,
throughput tonnage up to 220 tph,
important safety features that include
including final drive, is removed and
depending on the closed side setting.
a start siren, emergency stops and
transported to the workshop for
The single deck recirculation screen
engine shutdown systems. The
repair, without any disruption to
on the same chassis allows oversize
screen attachment to the chassis has
crushing operations.
material to be returned to the crusher
a bolt-on design for quick screen
feeder which prevents material
media change. For effortless
A key feature of the McCloskey
oversize wastage and significantly
maintenance, there is an open
mobile range is the over-ride system
reduces operational costs - there is
chassis design, external belt
which is activated in the event of a
no double handling and all tasks are
alignment and visible centralised
sensor failure.
handled on one chassis.
grease points that provide easy
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Optional features include a roll-in
MB jaw action crusher buckets HPE Africa's MB jaw action crusher buckets are designed for on-site crushing of inert materials and unlike other crusher buckets on the market, this range is also able to process and crush material containing rebar steel.
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This range is compatible with TLB digger loaders, as well as 20 - 36 ton excavators.
bogie system, hopper extensions, a water pump and dust suppression
A new anti scratch system allows safe
system and the option of course,
operation and durability, even in
HPE Africa enhances its extensive
medium and fine liners. Wear parts
harsh working conditions and
product range with technical expertise
are available locally.
specially developed devices prevent
and a reliable support service
foreign substances flowing into the
throughout Southern Africa.
These machines are designed to
cylinder. A pressure resistant
withstand operation in environments
hydraulic hose reduces vibration and
with extreme variances in climatic
extended tool bushing prevents
conditions and terrain.
damage to the piston and cylinder caused by misaligned tool
HPE Africa's range of Soosan
hammering.
hydraulic breakers includes the recently launched SU+ series, which
Applications for these hydraulic
has been designed with a higher
breakers include primary and
power to weight ratio and increased
secondary breaking in quarries, site
impact frequency for greater
preparation and foundation work,
production efficiency. The newly
road construction, trenching,
developed bounce controlled
tunneling and bench leveling, as well
percussion system minimises recoils
as general construction works.
Released by Lindy Morton, Festivitas, Telephone (031) 502 2374 or 083 268 6666 For further information Dave Davel, Product Specialist, HPE Africa, Capital Equipment Group (CEG), Invicta Holdings Limited Bettina Simpson, Marketing Manager Telephone (011) 397 4670 Email dave.davel@hpeafrica.co.za or bettina.simpson@hpeafrica.co.za Web www.hpeafrica.com
during hammering work to reduce damage at the hammer and carrier, also improving operator comfort.
A thermal stress analysis system controls heat generation and prevents the breaker from excessive heat. As a result, breakers maintain a constant percussion frequency at high temperatures. Greater accumulator capacity ensures a stable hydraulic system, with reduced surges. A valve adjuster allows oil flow to be altered to suit on-site working conditions.
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Education and Training in Mining Industries Education and training in mining industries
at by Mining Qualification Authority is: support
sector since lack of common language undermines skill development. Mining
aims and focuses on: Health and safety,
goals and objectives for skill development
facilitates efficient and diverse research in
through extensive research in the mining,
Qualification Authority also deals with
mining fields, promotion of human resource
facilitate and implement core skills
language barriers in mining sector due to
development in mining and most importantly
development programmes aligned with sector
presence of foreign workers in addition to
the basic training education programs, the
framework, facilitates information management
eradication of illiteracy by offering literacy and
following methods can be used in carrying out
of skill development and enhancement of
numerical training. Literacy improves safety in
education and training in mining industries:
evaluation and monitoring of better delivery
work place since employees are able to read
workshops, induction, apprenticeship,
capacity and review of skill development in the
and understand signs and warnings that are
seminars and also through relevant qualified
sector. These development skills facilitate
instructions, safety warnings and are able to
training institutions. Sector of education and
effectiveness and efficiency of education and
communicate better.
training authority in mining and mineral sectors
training in mining. Mining Qualification and Authority also take
is referred as Mining Qualification Authority which oversees and accredits nationally
Mining Qualification Authority strongly focuses
part in curbing and managing occupational
recognized qualifications and skills
on strengthening and developing private and
diseases through creating awareness and
programme.
public training capacity that involves
changing human behavior that exposes them
Mining Qualification Authority complies with
development of trainers, mentors and
to illnesses such as Tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS
legislative policies in its activities which
assessors so as to support skill development
and hearing loss arising from mining activities.
includes: the Ministry of Higher Education and
in mining. It also regulates professional
Since mining activities poses a threat on the
Training, the Mining Charter and the National
organization sector, labour sector, workers
environment which ranges from: Biodiversity,
Skills Development Strategy, the charter
contracts, HIV/AIDS and occupational
destruction of the ozone layer, air, water and
advocates for structural changes in the mining
diseases prevalence, and mine accidents,
land pollution, therefore it is important and a
sector transformation which are achieved
environmental impacts in mining and
job well done by Mining education and training
through employment of equity managers,
geographical location of mining activities.
bodies in creating awareness on ways that are
sustainable development and growth in mining
Professional organization are affiliated to
sustainable and do not degrade environment
industries and skills audit across the mining
various association bodies that plays important
and upholding strategies that rehabilitates and
sectors. Some of the skill development aimed
roles is in skill development in the mining
restores mined areas for future use.
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