First Mining Drc-Zambia July/Aug 2019 First Mining DRC-ZAMBIA July-August 2019 digital | Page 24

FEATURE
The advantages of lightweight
thermoplastic valves for mining
BMG’s extensive range of SAFi valves, strainers and flow control equipment, form an important part of BMG’s fluid technology components,
designed to cope efficiently in arduous conditions, including the mining sector.
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MG’s Fluid Technology division
works closely with the mining
sector in sub-Saharan Africa to
ensure that all valves, strainers and flow
control equipment supplied, meets the
exact requirements of every application.
“Fluid Technology installations in
arduous mining conditions, demand
robust products with very high levels
of chemical and corrosion resistance,
which can also withstand significant
mechanical
shocks,”
says
Willie
Lamprecht, national product manager,
Valves, BMG - exclusive distributors
in sub-Saharan Africa for SAFi
Thermoplastic Valves.
It is critical in mining operations that the
correct valve is selected and properly
installed, to ensure efficient operation,
maximum safety and extended service
life of each system.
Failure of a valve and subsequent leaking
of corrosive media can have devastating
effects on the environment and be
detrimental to the safety of personnel
and equipment, leading to premature
system failure and costly downtime.
“BMG’s
experienced
team,
with
a thorough understanding of fluid
technology processes, keeps abreast
with global trends and ensures the local
market has access to the latest products,
with advanced developments in design,
materials and coatings.
“SAFi thermoplastic industrial valves
- which were launched locally by BMG
approximately 18 months ago – are
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gaining popularity over traditional
alloy metal valves to handle corrosive
materials in demanding applications.
“This trend is evident not only in the
mining sector, but thermoplastic valves,
that are about six times lighter than
metallic valves, are also highly-regarded
in chemical and petrochemical plants,
mining, water treatment, transport
and logistics, marine, food production,
energy and agriculture.
“SAFi’s lightweight polymer materials
are integrated with a robust valve
design for reliable performance, easy
installation and low maintenance, as well
as for reducing operational costs and
extending service life.
“Critical advantages of thermoplastic
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