Modern Mining December 2016

PRODUCT News

Mahle filter range available from BMG

BMG says that its fluid tech- nology filtration solutions focus on the prevention and control of contamination of water and particulate to ensure optimum performance, improved reliabilit y and extended service life of machin- ery, equipment and vehicles. “The company’s extensive

range of quality branded fil- tration systems is supported by engineering solutions and technical services to ensure fluids – including oil, fuel and lubricant oil – are within the required cleanliness standards,” says BMG’s Steven Louw. “BMG recognises the importance of following international filtration trends, including compliance with ISO4406 cleanliness specifications for fuels and oils.”

Mahle industrial filtration products – available in Southern Africa exclusively from BMG – are designed especially for machine manufacturers and opera- tors of mobile and stationary hydraulic equipment.

Mahle industrial filtration products – available in Southern Africa exclusively from BMG – are designed especially for machine manufac- turers and operators of mobile and stationary hydraulic equipment. This range includes Mahle Duplex filters, with a patented single- hand operation design and leakage-free switching of media flow. The multi-layered design of these filter elements offers high differ- ential stability and a large dirt-holding capacity to provide constant filtration performance and maximum protection in diverse applica- tions, even under pulsating loads. These modular systems, which can be used as in-line filters and tank-fitted return filters, have an optimal flow design for improved pressure differential stability. Maintenance work, including the replacement of elements, can be carried out without suspending production. Duplex filters comprise two filter housings which can be switched on and off interactively during operation via a change-over unit in the filter head, with no disruption to filtration. An ergonomically designed switch-over lever enables three func- tions to be performed with one hand. When the lever is activated, a pressure equalisation valve opens, ensuring an equal pressure level in both filter chambers. The filter can be switched from one filter cham- ber to the other, without having to shut down the system. A safety lock secures the lever and prevents inadvertent switching. Visual electrical and electronic maintenance indicators ensure optimum utilisation of the dirt-holding capacity of filter elements and also clearly indicate features such as clogging to simplify maintenance procedures. Mahle has further improved its range of Premium Select elements – now known as Premium Select Plus. Features of this new generation include an increased dirt-holding capacity and an element design that is resistant to pressure impulses. Steve Louw, BMG, tel (+27 11) 620-1607

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