MechChem Africa March 2017

Pumping technology for lubricants and abrasive fluids

BMG’s extensive range of components for fluid technology systems and general industrial applications includes valves, hydraulic hoses and fittings, accumulators, cylinders, heat exchangers, hydraulic motors and hydraulic plumbing, as well as pumps and reservoir accessories.

B MG’s Pumprite range, which forms part of BMG’s fluid technol- ogy portfolio, encompasses lubrication, grease, oil

and abrasivefluidhandling equip- ment, designed and manufac- tured locally to cope efficiently in Africa’s arduous operating conditions. “BMG’s strategy to enhance

Above: Pumprite pneumatic high-pressure solvent pumps are ideal for heavy duty cleaning and maintenance in industrial applications and where hygiene is critical. Left: The Pumprite pneumatic grease pump, used to pump grease from grease drums of any size. Below: This complete pneumatic grease dispensing roller cart is used to easily transport, dispense and safeguard the grease drum. It comes complete with a Z-swivel and grease control nozzle.

its fluid technology services tomeet growing market demand in diverse industries, incor- porates the introduction of new products, with the latest developments in design tech- nologies, materials and coatings,” saysWeylin Kapp, national product manager, lubrication, BMG. “The company’s expansionprogramme in the fluid technology sector also involves increasing product stockholdings through more than160BMGbranches and awide dis- tribution network in South Africa and across borders into Swaziland, Zambia, Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia and Tanzania. “The Pumprite portfolio (which includes a wide rangeof pneumaticandmanual pumping and transfer solutions for grease, oil, grout andabrasivefluids)issupportedbyaone-year manufacturing warranty. “BMG’s dependable technical support service ensures optimum safety, efficiency and extended service life of every system, even in corrosive environments. With broad technical capabilities, the teamis able to solve problems, in applicationswhere conventional

components have failed after short periods of ser-

vice. BMG’s fluid technology services also cover project engineering and consulting, cylinder design and manufac- ture, training, repair and testing,

as well as onsite container services.” Pumprite equipment – a key brand in BMG’s portfolio – has been designed for use in diverse applications, including the transfer of product, lubrication of machinery, greasing, pack setting, rock grouting, washing, fixed systems, mobile systems and drag lines. Pumprite pneumatic and manual pumps handle a wide range of products that include grease, oil, chemicals, grout and cement, air, water, petroleum, antifreeze, hydraulic oils, diesel fuel and detergents. BMG’s Pumprite grease range encom-

passes pneumatic grease transfer pumps, heavy-duty retractable hose reels, spring feed lubricators, foot-operatedgreasepumps, bearing packers and hand lever grease guns. The pneumatic abrasive pump range handles cementitious products andwash/sol- vent pumps efficiently handle all water based fluids, aswell as chemicals, acids, solvents and anti-freeze. Components aremanufactured fromhigh- grade material, such as LM25 aluminium and EN8mild steel. Crucial parts are heat treated with a ground finish for protection against wear, even in demanding environments. Air motors are anodised for extended service life androbustLLDPEaccessories,includingdrum covers, are corrosion resistant. q

Heavy-duty retractable reels are used for high performance transfer of lubricants and abrasive fluids.

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