Tag: Chemicals
AECI announces signing of share purchase agreement to dispose of Much Asphalt
AECI Limited, a global leader in the manufacturing of chemicals and explosives, is pleased to announce the signing of a Share Purchase Agreement for Much Asphalt (Pty) Limited (“Much Asphalt”) with Old Mutual Private...
Tough recycled polymer bearing
Motion plastics specialist igus has introduced a new plain bearing made from recycled plastic. The bearing, iglide ECO P210, is a chemical-resistant variant that has been added to the company’s iglide ECO series.
The...
AECI celebrates centenary and maps our fresh strategy
This year marks a significant milestone for AECI Limited, as the JSE-listed business proudly commemorates a century of shaping industries and ground-breaking solutions. Established as African Explosives and Industries (AE&I) on...
How dosing ratios affect the cost of chemical use over time
OPERATIONAL managers want to get the best value possible from their maintenance supplies. When it comes to steam boiler chemicals and other water treatment solutions, it might seem like the best...
The crucial role of corrosion prevention in mining
IN the world of mining, where heavy machinery and equipment are the backbone of operations, corrosion is a relentless adversary that threatens to undermine efficiency, safety, and profitability. The mining industry's...
Safe extension of ammonia tank life
THYSSENKRUPP Uhde has reached the halfway mark in the inspection and refurbishment of an ammonia tank located at Richards Bay’s back-of-port facilities.
thyssenkrupp Uhde designed and built two 19 034 m3 anhydrous...
Methylene chloride an ‘unreasonable’ risk to some workers, EPA says
METHYLENE chloride poses “unreasonable risk” to workers under certain conditions, and the United States Environment Protection Agency will take action “to identify and apply measures that will manage these risks,” according...
New dosing and metering pump with IOT functionality
VERDER Liquids has released the Verderflex Ds500, designed specifically to challenge traditional technological solutions to chemical dosing in municipal and industrial pumping applications.
The principle behind this technology is to improve the...
“Africa’s greenfield opportunity”
Global trends unearthed and analysed indicate that the chemicals sector is increasingly being driven by Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations. It also indicates that decarbonisation is often a key rationale...
Why alternative coatings boost hydraulic systems performance
AN integrated approach to the sealing systems in hydraulics using chrome alternatives helps engineers to achieve optimum function.
Alternatives to chrome coatings are becoming more commonplace for coating piston rods in hydraulic...
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