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Repair and refurbishment of faulty pumps or valves should be investigated as a first line approach particularly where specialised equipment is concerned. Through its extensive SupremeServ operation, Pump manufacturer KSB Pumps and Valves is able to repair a wide range of pumps and valves to original OEM specification at a significantly lower than new equipment. In addition to its own pumps and valves the company is also able to repair other brands to a level that meets or ex

Never have consumer preferences been more diverse: alongside familiar foods, people are increasingly enjoying vegan and sustainably produced options. Allergies and intolerances also have to be taken into account. To meet this breadth of expectations, the food industry needs flexible, intelligent processes. As manufacturers develop new recipes and expand or optimise their processing lines, valves must be adapted to even more complex operating conditions. They need to handle r

With many South African households under pressure from rising living costs, it is understandable that consumers are looking for ways to save wherever possible. However, Kwikot is urging the public not to compromise on safety when it comes to one of the most important appliances in the home: the geyser. A Serious Consumer Safety Concern Kwikot is warning consumers against pu––rchasing refurbished, reconditioned or second-hand geysers, as these products can pose serious risks t

Big 5 Construct South Africa returns for its 14th edition from 9 – 11 June 2026 at Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, reflecting sustained growth across the country’s construction sector. The event will bring together industry professionals, including contractors, developers, consultants, architecture firms and public and private sector leaders. South Africa’s construction market is projected to reach approximately ZAR 160.65 billion ($9.8 billion) in 2026, growing at

Africa’s industrialisation journey is gathering momentum. According to the African Development Bank, Africa’s manufacturing sector generated approximately R6.7 trillion in economic value in 2025, up from around R5.4 trillion in 2020. Despite this progress, the continent still accounts for less than 2% of global manufacturing output – highlighting both how far Africa has come and the scale of the opportunity that remains. For companies operating across the continent, that oppo

Digitising water systems reduces non‑revenue water and operating costs, which is a prerequisite for any municipality attempting to modernise toward smart‑city standards. Cape Town is famous for its scenic bay, vibrant weather, and the towering presence of Table Mountain. It’s also infamous for another towering presence, the unfinished highway called “Solly’s Folly”. The stuff of legends, this road was abandoned in the Seventies, likely because of budget issues. Others blame

Engineered for the Toughest Slurries in Mining and Industry. In demanding industries such as mining, dredging, mineral processing and heavy industrial applications, pumping abrasive, high-density slurries is one of the greatest operational challenges. Standard pumps often struggle with excessive wear, blockages and costly downtime. This is where TOYO Pumps has built its global reputation. With more than 70 years of engineering expertise, TOYO has become synonymous with heavy-

The VAG DUOJET® @ON Smart Air Valve is the first solution to combine automated hygienic flushing with intelligent network monitoring in a single valve. Unveiled by Georg Fischer at the IFAT trade fair in Munich in May 2026. Integrated sensors and a configurable flushing function support compliance with hygiene requirements while significantly reducing operating costs. At the same time, the system enables continuous monitoring of network conditions, significantly contributing

South Africa’s struggling wastewater treatment sector is creating growing demand for reliable technologies and experienced technical support as municipalities and industrial operators seek to improve plant performance and meet increasingly stringent environmental requirements. Against this backdrop, the recent integration of SSI and Robuschi is expected to strengthen the wastewater treatment offering available to African customers. Through Air & Vacuum Technologies, which has

The South African manufacturing sector currently produces below installed capacity levels, resulting in manufacturing firms not benefiting from economies of scale and competitive advantages that they would enjoy if they were operating at manufacturing capacity. Low demand, stagnant domestic growth, competition from imports and high input costs are all contributing to the strain on the manufacturing sectors growth prospects. Despite these challenges, local manufacturers poss

As Africa’s industrial sectors push toward greater efficiency, reliability, and sustainability, the optimisation of pumping systems has become a strategic priority. From mining and water utilities to petrochemical processing, pumps remain among the most energy-intensive—and often under-optimised—assets in operation. A recent webinar by Revalize, “How to Optimise Pumping System Performance with a Digital Twin,” provides insight into how digital tools such as PIPE-FLO are trans

Historically, cast iron has been the material choice for general service water pumps, such as commercial building water transfer services, with initial cost being the primary decision factor. This makes perfect sense for large pumps. However, for numerous reasons, it is not the obvious choice for smaller pumps; 20HP or less. Initial Cost In the past, both cast iron and stainless-steel pumps consisted of cast hydraulic components. Cast iron was always cost advantaged. Today, t

While Integrated Pump Technology has achieved remarkable growth across Africa, the company continues to place strong emphasis on supporting South Africa’s mining sector with world class dewatering pump solutions. Founded in 2014 as the official Grindex submersible pump distributor for southern Africa, the company has steadily expanded the footprint of this globally respected brand. Grindex pumps are now well established in both underground and surface mining operations throug

The ever increasing complexity of modern process plants, combined with tighter safety regulations and space constraints, is driving demand for electric actuators that deliver reliable performance in hazardous areas without excessive size or system overhead. PROFOX X from AUMA Actuators Limited has been designed to meet these requirements, providing a compact electric actuator platform specifically for use in explosive atmospheres and safety-critical installations. PROFOX X is

Why energising springs matter in sealing applications. A seal is only as good as the spring that energises it. In valves, actuators and sealing systems, it’s the spring that determines how effectively the seal maintains contact, compensates for wear, and performs under pressure. But how do you choose the right one from all of the different spring types and materials? Especially when you’re talking critical applications like hydrogen systems or subsea valves? Check out our C

Behind every reliable wastewater plant is an electrical system exposed to the effects of harmonics, voltage distortion and overloaded networks caused by fleets of variable speed drives on pumps and aerators. At plant level, harmonics are not just an abstract electrical theory issue, but a very real reliability risk, causing transformers to run hotter, motors and equipment to age more quickly, and cables to experience unnecessary stress. Protection systems start tripping more

In the Eastern Cape port city of Gqeberha, Weir’s Heavy Bay Foundry (HBF) is undergoing unprecedented expansion, establishing itself as a central manufacturing hub within the group’s global supply network. The foundry produces large high performance cast components used in Weir’s extensive range of pumps, screens, and crushers. Following major infrastructure and process upgrades, the facility has doubled its production capacity to meet rising demand from the global mining sec

Xylem, a global leader in water technology, announces a strategic update to its operating model in Southern Africa. Effective June 1, 2026, AQS Liquid Transfer PTY Ltd, part of AxFlow Holding, has been appointed as master distributor for Xylem’s Applied Water (Lowara-branded) products across key markets in the region. Where: Southern Africa, including: Angola, Botswana, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Republic of South Africa, Zam

High rainfall and resultant flash floods have become an annual reality in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa. To keep their sites operational and running smoothly in the face of disruptive water accumulation in pits, mines and quarries in the region are turning to IPR (Integrated Pump Rent al) for custom dewatering solutions that speak directly to their site conditions. As during the past nine years, KwaZulu-Natal has this year again been battered by heavy rainfall. Durban, the metr

In today’s world, automation is at the heart of progress—and AUMA South Africa is leading the charge. With decades of experience in electric actuator technology, AUMA’s solutions are essential across a range of industries where precision, durability and control are non-negotiable. From keeping our water clean to powering up entire cities and safely handling oil and gas, AUMA actuators are hard at work behind the scenes. Let’s take a closer look at how they’re making a differe