HYBRID ENERGY: THE ROAD TO CARBON NEUTRALITY

HYBRID ENERGY: THE ROAD TO CARBON NEUTRALITY

By John Lewis, Managing Director, Aggreko Africa   The global population has been growing at a staggering rate. Improvements in healthcare have extended the human lifespan and reduced infant mortality which means more people, living longer. This population weight is drawing ever more heavily on power – energy consumption is increasing and is unlikely to slow down any time soon. This relentless consumption of power is putting pressure on resources and systems and demands that…

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ENERGY 2021: 12 MONTHS OF ENERGY TRANSFORMATION

ENERGY 2021: 12 MONTHS OF ENERGY TRANSFORMATION

By: Romiald Noussi, Head of Operations, Aggreko Africa In the South African Department of Mineral Resources and Energy 2020 Annual Performance Plan report, the authority highlighted the importance of the energy sector in catalysing economic growth and development. As in the report, real life reflects the need for a reliable supply of energy to ensure that Africa continues to push its presence onto the global stage and build foundations of economic and social prosperity. To achieve this…

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VERT ENERGY SIGNS PARTNERSHIP TO SUPPLY INDUSTRIAL ENGINES AND POWER PRODUCTS IN SOUTHERN AFRICA

VERT ENERGY SIGNS PARTNERSHIP TO SUPPLY INDUSTRIAL ENGINES AND POWER PRODUCTS IN SOUTHERN AFRICA

Vert Energy has been appointed by Yanmar as the official distributors in Southern Africa for Yanmar industrial engines from the 1st of January 2021 “What’s exciting for the African market is easy access to the globally respected Yanmar brand through local specialists, offering a dependable service and technical support, in line with stringent international standards,” explains Vert Energy’s Sales and Marketing Director, Ryan Robertson. “The addition of Yanmar diesel engines and power products to our…

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CHANGING THE SUPPLY CHAIN CHALLENGE

CHANGING THE SUPPLY CHAIN CHALLENGE

John Lewis, Managing Director, Aggreko Africa A report by the Institute for Supply Management found that nearly 75% of companies surveyed had reported supply chain disruption during the pandemic. While data centre supply chains have not been as seriously impacted as many other sectors, there remains a need for companies to shore up the proverbial defences as they approach 2021, and find new ways of securing their supply chains as the pandemic rages on. Lead…

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ABRASIVE FLOW SOLUTIONS (AFS) IS LAUNCHED

ABRASIVE FLOW SOLUTIONS (AFS) IS LAUNCHED

Engineering Solutions Group (ESG) part of Invicta Holding Limited, has established a new company – Abrasive Flow Solutions (AFS) – that specialises in the design and manufacture of slurry related valves. “ESG’s strategy to further expand its fluid technology services, through the launch of an in-house manufacturing facility, strengthens the Group’s position in the valves sector on the African continent. The establishment of AFS also expands specialist valves services to a broader customer base and…

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FIBERTEX GEOTEXTILE BAGS DESLUDGING WASTE WATER

FIBERTEX GEOTEXTILE BAGS DESLUDGING WASTE WATER

Fibertex geotextile bags (geobags) for use in on-site desludging wastewater projects, have advantages over conventional methods, which are often unaffordable to authorities and contractors with limited budgets. Benefits of using geobags for sludge removal include ease of operation, efficient retention of solids, compliance with environmental regulations and cost optimisation. A further advantage is this dewatering system is passive and does not require constant monitoring and maintenance of equipment. The filtration properties of geotextiles – which…

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