On track to exceed 2011 pipejacking targets
Esorfranki is on track to significantly exceed its pipejacking targets for 2011. Water&Sanitation Africa took the opportunity to find out about some of the company’s pipejacking projects. The...
View ArticleLocal valves group supports PPV Africa
A new manufacturers’ association has come out in support of Pumps, Valves and Pipes Africa (PVPA 2013), one of 10 component expos at the SA Industry and Technology Fair 2013 […]
View ArticleSAPPMA concludes 3rd round of random quality tests
Pictured: A number of PVC and HDPE pipes, all bearing the SABS mark of quality, were randomly selected in the market and then tested at an independent certified laboratory The […]
View ArticleMarley sponsors kits for 2013 SAICE-WRC Water Competition
As part of efforts to foster education, create awareness and encouragethe youth of South Africa to follow a career as a science or civil engineering professional, Marley Pipe Systems will […]
View ArticleGlobal uPVC brand hits local market
Marley Infrastructure, a division of Marley Pipe Systems, has added a new range of PVC Injection Moulded Sewer fittings to its extensive selection of pipes, fittings and accessories. Secure, reliable […]
View ArticleThe right amount of pressure
Process plants – whether water or wastewater – are reliant on various technologies for successful production. The reality is that these technologies are often forced to work under extremely harsh […]
View ArticleAlex Andjelkovic – Wilo South Africa
What role do pipes, pumps and valves play in infrastructure? AA A very important role in the larger infrastructure arena, as the demand for water and sewage transfer is highly […]
View ArticleSouth African Plastic Pipe Association- PIPES VII
Healthy indicators in growing sector An upbeat atmosphere prevailed at SAPPMA’s 7th Annual Conference, Pipes VII, held in Midrand this September. Having recently unveiled its new corporate identity and...
View ArticleKaytech’s Bidim solves groundwater drainage problem
At the beginning of 2012 construction commenced on Phase 2B of the Augmentation of Pretoria’s Moreleta outfall sewer network. The City of Tshwane contracted Aurecon, a global engineering company, to […]
View ArticleThermally fused PVC pipe accelerates trenchless installations
In North America, trenchless pipe installation methods continue to see rapid adoption growth in municipal markets with 71% of utilities having used trenchless methods in the past 12 months. This...
View ArticleSA Vinyl aims for zero waste to landfill by 2030
South African Vinyls Association (SAVA) Chairman Dr Claus Maurer said today at the Vinyl SA 2014 conference in Sandton, Gauteng, “SAVA’s product stewardship programme aims to reduce vinyl to landfill […]
View ArticleGalvanising the talent pool
Xylem South Africa, a division of the global giant Xylem Inc., has announced the appointment of its new managing director, Pierre Fourie. Fourie’s grounded leadership style is already driving the pump...
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Below water yet above standard
In Summer 2014 GF Piping Systems supported the water company of Sardinia in fixing an underwater wastewater line. The steel pipe was repaired with MULTI/JOINT 3000 Plus fittings which met the high...
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Powers of preservation
Willem Wegelin, director, WRP Consulting Engineers says it’s important for municipalities should keep a regular schedule of maintenance on pipes, pumps and valves Approximately 37% of South Africa’s...
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PIPES X – a decade of service to the plastic pipe industry
The Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association (SAPPMA) hosted its PIPES X Conference on 6 September 2016 where issues around accreditation of national standards came under the spotlight....
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Proactive water-loss reduction
Eight provinces have been declared to be in states of disaster due to the ongoing drought. Because of this, the Department of Water and Sanitation has imposed mandatory water reduction quotas of 15% in...
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Upsizing pipelines using trenchless techniques
For the past two decades, South Africa’s urban population has grown at a rate of at least 50% higher than the national average. This has created an enormous demand for water services. By Alaster Goyns*...
View ArticleGiyani Water Project a high priority for government – Nkwinti
Minister of Water and Sanitation Gugile Nkwinti says the Giyani Water Project is high on the priority list of parliament. Speaking at a fact-finding visit to Giyani recently the minister said the...
View ArticleJoburg to host Africa’s PVP sector
The largest and most comprehensive African trade show dedicated to industries involved in the conveyance of liquids, gases, and slurries will in June bring together key buyers, engineering...
View ArticleThermally fused PVC pipe accelerates trenchless installations
In North America, trenchless pipe installation methods continue to see rapid adoption growth in municipal markets with 71% of utilities having used trenchless methods in the past 12 months. This...
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