MechChem Africa April 2020

⎪ Products and industry news ⎪

Geosynthetic Clay Liners for landfill applications multi-directional,shearresistanthydraulic barrier, with self-sealing and re-healing characteristics.

where thewoven geotextile is coatedwith an additional, low permeability polyeth- ylene (PE) layer to achieve an immediate barrier prior to hydration. With the ad- ditional bonding of a PE coating, the fibre reinforcement is also more permanently locked and further increases the pull-out resistance, as well as the internal shear strength of the GCL. BentofixXGCLs canbe installedwhere a prompt barrier against gas and radon is necessary; where desiccation needs to be permanently avoided and where protection against root penetration is specifically required. It also enhances the available factor of safety and confidence in products and their applications for design engineers. “The addition of the PE layer exemplifies how modifications to geosynthetic product design can be made toanticipateexactlywhat thedesign engineer requires in effectively dealing with the specific challenges of every site,” Baxter concludes. www.fibertex.com

Fibertex SA distributes a wide range of Naue Geosynthetics products, includ- ing the Bentofix ® and newly launched Bentofix ® X range of Geosynthetic Clay Liners (GCLs) designed for use as efficient sealing barriers in diverse applications, including landfill projects. Bentofix GCLs are needle-punched, reinforced composites that combine two durable geotextile outer layers and a uniform core of high swelling powder so- diumbentonite clay. This forms a uniform,

Bentofix GCLs are used as a replace - ment for conventional compacted clay layers and, when hydrated with water, the bentonite swells and forms a low permeability gel layer, with improved hy- draulicperformanceover traditional, thick compacted clay liners. The needle-punch process and thermal lock manufacturing technology increase the internal and ex- ternal shear strength of GCLs, creating a single, engineered barrier that utilises the best of synthetic andnaturalmaterials and expands the range of applications inwhich GCLs can be used. “The Bentofix GCL product is particu - larly well suited for use in the composite liner and capping systems of landfills, as well as in cut-off trenches andother instal- lations where a reliable barrier system is required,” saysPaul Baxter, FibertexSouth Africa. “Bentofix X GCLs represent the latest advancements in GCL products,

Fibertex SA supplies Geosynthetic Clay Liners for use as sealing barriers in landfill applications.

Dust extraction system solves dust problems

The DC 11-Module from Dust Control is an optimised stand-alone unit for source extraction and industrial cleaning. It can manage almost all kinds of dust and chips as well as coolants and emulsions. From the factory, to plug and play, the

DC 11-Module is a complete central unit that is easy to install. The DC 11-Module family ismodularlybuild, whichallows it to be tailor made to a client’s specifications and requirements. It has been designed to service up to six normal extraction

points or several cleaningoutlets at a time, maintaining the standard sound level to just 65 dB(A). For energy saving and reli- able remote control of operation, the DC 11-Module is also available with the DC Green System. dustcontrol.com

Action Can launches new brand Industrial lubricant manufacturer and dis- tributor, Action Can, has launched its inno- vative aerosol range in South Africa. With over 100 products, the company caters to

various industries, including the Fastener and Fixing industry, Industrial MRO, Automotive, Motorcycles, Engineering, Trade & Pro DIY, Agriculture, Construction and the Electrical industry, “Action Can supplies a comprehensive range of quality products that are used in multiple market sectors. The company is backed by in-house technical facilities, a cus- tomer service division and a dedicated sales and marketing team,” says Dale Englebrecht, director: Vermont sales. “The new range fits our customer profile and opens up many op - portunities for us. We have ordered a range of popular products that dealers can offer to their customers,” he adds. “The rangewill cover Lubricants; Cleaners; Steel Fabrication; Anti-Corrosion, Paint; and theWorkshopSpecialistApplications product categories as these are the most popular,” Engllebrecht concludes. www.vermontsales.co.za

Action Can caters to various industries including the Fastener and Fixing industry, Industrial MRO, Automotive, Motorcycles, Engineering, Trade & Pro DIY, Agriculture, Construction and the Electrical industry.

A DC-11 Module can manage almost all kinds of dust and chips as well as coolants and emulsions.

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