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A premier hotel in Chennai, renowned for offering an exceptional stay experience to tourists, families, and business travellers, faced a critical challenge of rising energy costs and an impending pump system replacement. The hotel’s existing water booster system comprised two separate units from an another pump OEM operating continuously 24/7, leading to excessive energy consumption and operational inefficiencies. As the system neared the end of its lifecycle, the hotel sough

Tired of costly downtime from clogged pumps, damaged valves and constant cleanups when handling solid-laden slurries in demanding applications such as wastewater management, mining, chemical processing and bulk material transfer? Discover how Brahma™ Series AODD Pumps deliver reliable, efficient and simple performance, giving operators peace of mind. Why Brahma AODD Pumps? By safely transferring solid-laden slurries with minimal clogging or damage, Brahma AODD Pumps ensure yo

In the high-stakes world of dewatering - whether on a remote mine site or a major infrastructure project - equipment performance and reliability are critical. IPR (Integrated Pump Rental) has built its reputation on not only supplying robust dewatering solutions but also backing these with an expert support team that ensures pumps continue operating at peak performance throughout their lifecycle. The company is part of Atlas Copco’s Specialty Rental Division. With a growing A

As part of the frame agreement, Reko Diq Mining Company has awarded Metso with the remaining major contracts to supply advanced Metso Plus beneficiation and dewatering equipment for Reko Diq Mining Company’s copper-gold project in Pakistan. Metso's delivery for the Reko Diq beneficiation circuit includes a state-of-the-art and complete flotation flowsheet that integrates TankCell® and Concorde Cell technologies. The circuit design features TankCell mechanical cells for the ro

The conference placed at its core the evolution of knowledge, emerging technologies, and the opportunities offered by new application markets such as geothermal energy, reaffirming Italy’s role as an international hub for the development of the industry. The seventh edition of the IVS Valve Industry Think Tank was held in Bergamo (Italy) at the Confindustria Bergamo auditorium within the Kilometro Rosso Innovation District, bringing together leading representatives of the ind

Steinmüller Africa’s crane-free rigging solution shortened the Kriel Unit 6 outage by 60 days, earning the company’s site team the 2025 Eskom Kriel Managers Award for Innovation. Following a fire incident at Unit 6 in 2024, both the turbine hall roof and overhead crane cables required repair. The roof work demanded a full-height scaffold assembly from floor level to 31 metres, which physically obstructed crane access. The solution eliminated a critical bottleneck during the u

As African mines go deeper and rainfall patterns grow increasingly unpredictable, dewatering has moved beyond being a support function to become a strategic discipline. The choice between diesel-driven and electric submersible pumps is now influenced by evolving risk profiles, both underground and on surface, as well as by considerations around energy efficiency, maintenance and mobility. On surface mines, the challenge is amplified by heavier storm bursts and the need to kee

Everything communicates with everything else – in the pharmaceutical industry, this type of production process has long been more than just a vision for the future. Already, artificial intelligence and the digital transformation are streamlining the first pharmaceutical plants. Good news for an industry which in many countries is one of the important pillars of their economy. The pharmaceutical industry is accelerating the digital transformation of its laboratories in order t

Dynamatic drive clutches on induction motors have been installed in water & wastewater treatment applications for many decades, primarily due to the inherent durability, simplicity, and reliability of Eddy Current technology. Even though variable frequency drives (VFDs) gained popularity in the 1980s, real-world experience at facilities around the world has proven that only Dynamatic can bring TRUE system efficiency to your water & wastewater operation. “True efficiency” is d

Meeting the demanding conditions of Zambia’s Copperbelt head-on, Integrated Pump Technology’s range of Grindex dewatering, slurry and sludge pumps continues to gain traction among mining companies. Highlighting the diverse capabilities of Grindex submersible pumps, Alfred Kelsey, Sales Manager at Integrated Pump Technology, notes the significant success in applications such as desludging underground dams. A recent standout example, facilitated through Kitwe-based distributor

In valves, performance and reliability are only part of the equation. Increasingly, lead times, landed cost and project execution capability are becoming the true competitive differentiators - particularly for suppliers servicing the mining and industrial sectors across Africa and further afield. Pipes, Pumps & Valves Africa spoke to Pam du Plessis, Managing Director of Invincible Valves, about the current landscape for valve suppliers in 2026. Invincible Valves has spent the

The South African government is making a concerted effort to make clean drinking water available to everyone. In addition, as more people move to the big cities and industrial centres grow, there is pressure on engineers and managers to move water to high usage areas. Large scale pumping systems, often custom-engineered, are needed to deliver clean potable water, for new commercial developments and infrastructural projects. This article delves into key aspects of large capaci

For decades, SEEPEX has optimized the performance of its globally sought-after progressive cavity pumps by using razor-sharp macerators to reliably shred solids and fibrous materials into the smallest particles. This prevents pipeline blockages and ensures reliable protection of downstream system components. With a completely new generation of macerators, SEEPEX is now taking its shredding technology to the next level. The new Easy Maintenance Macerator stands for maximum ser

In the heart of a bustling manufacturing facility, amidst the whirring machines and precision processes, lie the silent workhorses powering the fluid dynamics crucial to production - diaphragm pumps. Often overshadowed by more conspicuous machinery, these unassuming devices play a pivotal role in countless manufacturing operations worldwide. Let’s delve deeper into their impact, the statistics that underscore their significance, and how they’ve become indispensable in modern

Lutz Pumpen presents a new CPVC pump tube for the safe handling of aggressive chemicals. The handling of aggressive chemicals leads to hundreds of deaths.Yet many workers are still filling hazardous substances such as sodium hypochlorite, acids, and alkalis manually, warns Markus Seitenberg, managing director of industrial pump specialist Lutz Pumps North America. To improve safety, a new pump tube made of chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) aims to reduce the risk of spill

Across industry, buildings and water utilities, sustainability targets are no longer aspirational—they are operational. Energy intensity, carbon reporting and lifecycle efficiency now influence procurement decisions as much as performance and reliability. In this context, pump systems are among the most significant yet frequently overlooked opportunities for energy and emissions reduction. While many suppliers offer efficient pumps, motors, and variable-speed drives as separa

With more than 125 years of engineering expertise, SERO PumpSystems continues to set new standards in side channel pump technology. The latest pump generations – SHP220 and SLP Series – demonstrate the company’s commitment to providing safe, efficient, and reliable solutions for demanding applications in oil and gas, petrochemical, energy, and marine industries. SHP220 – Engineered for Ammonia and Critical Liquefied Media The SHP220 represents the next generation of SERO’s hi

In wastewater treatment, screening is one of the most fundamental steps in protecting downstream processes. When debris such as plastic and rags pass through untreated, they can damage pumps, clog valves, and interfere with biological processes. Effective screening not only prevents these issues, but also improves treatment efficiency, reduces maintenance, and supports overall plant reliability. The Role of Bar Screens in Treatment At the headworks of a treatment plant, bar s

SKF, global advanced bearing and rotating technology specialist, is dedicated to fighting friction, one of the leading causes of component damage, costly breakdowns and operational unreliability, by delivering solutions that improve asset reliability and advance plant sustainability for customers worldwide. Building on this commitment, SKF proudly introduces its latest advancement in lubrication technology with the unveiling of a new line of air‑operated grease pumps. This ne

A leading roof tile manufacturer in Sweden required a reliable pumping solution to improve the dosing of colour agents and additives in its concrete roof tile production process. Air-operated diaphragm pumps are commonly used in this application to transfer iron oxide mixed with water, which gives concrete tiles their characteristic red colour. In addition, carbon black is introduced into the mix to enhance both thermal conductivity and mechanical strength. The pumps previous