MechChem Africa May-June 2024

⎪ Water, wastewater and pumping solutions ⎪

IPR pump rebuild solutions

Henru Strydom, Operations Manager at IPR, highlights the company's pump rebuild facility as key for managing pump lifecycles cost effectively.

IPR’s pump rebuild facility offers a cost effective alternative to the outright purchase of new equipment.

I n the current economic climate, where reducing operating costs is paramount, IPR's advanced pump servicing, repair, rebuild and refurbishment capabilities emerge as a critical solution for businesses seeking to enhance efficiency and reliability without the need for substantial new invest ments. This is according to Henru Strydom, Operations Manager at IPR, who says that the company’s pump rebuild facility plays a pivotal role in the lifecycle management of pumping equipment, offering a cost effective alternative to the outright purchase of new equipment. “The significant investment in our facility underscores our commitment to supporting industries such as mining, quarrying, water and wastewater management, oil and gas, and manufacturing through the repair and refurbishment of various types of pumps,” Strydom says. Refurbishing pumps, explains Strydom, offers an opportunity to extend equipment lifespan significantly, and at a far lower cost. “Through expert repair and refurbishment, pumps that might otherwise be decommis sioned can continue to operate effectively, delivering value well beyond their expected service life. This not only maximises the return on the original investment but also contributes to operational continuity and reliability.” The process of rebuilding a pump

involves disassembling it, cleaning all com ponents and then inspecting each part for wear and damage. Where deemed neces sary, worn or defective parts are repaired or replaced, and significant upgrades can be made to improve the pump's performance. This meticulous process ensures that the rebuilt pump is not just restored to its origi nal condition but is often enhanced to offer better efficiency and reliability. “During the rebuild process, pumps can be tailored to meet specific operational requirements or upgraded with the latest technologies to improve performance and efficiency. This level of customisation allows

businesses to adapt their pumping equip ment to changing needs or advancements in technology without the need for entirely new purchases,” he explains. Before a rebuilt pump is deemed ready for return to service, it undergoes rigorous performance testing to ensure adherence to original specifications. The company’s facil ity boasts a test tank designed to simulate operational conditions, and this allows the evaluation of key performance parameters such as flow rate, pressure, power con sumption, efficiency and overall reliability of the pump. www.pumprental.co.za

IPR offers servicing, repair, rebuild and refurbishment of worn pump assets, enabling users to boost efficiency and reliability without new investments.

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