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EBM-PAPST SOUTH AFRICA As the leading supplier of ventilation and drive technology , ebm-papst is a highly-respected engineering partner in many industries . With over 20 000 different products , we provide the right solution for just about any challenge .
Top form under pressure The new AxiEco Protect axial fan works best under pressure . It is especially effective in fighting against high back pressures in ventilation , air conditioning and refrigeration applications . It is durable , highly efficient , and quiet .
The new AxiEco Protect completely embodies its second name . Thanks to its robust design , the compact axial fan in the basket guard grill is optimally protected against environmental influences such as humidity .
With the AxiEco Protect , ebm-papst has been able to develop an axial fan that is perfectly tailored to the requirements of evaporators , condensers , air heaters , heat pumps , control cabinet and generator cooling systems , as well as numerous other applications .
It makes a great impression with its robustness , high performance , low-noise levels , and economical operation both in its EC and AC design .
Clever design details ensure optimised impeller geometry and high efficiency , guaranteeing consistent protection against unnecessary energy consumption . As is usual at ebm-papst , it is quick and easy to install using plug & play .
“ The FRIGAIR expo is the largest dedicated HERVAC trade exhibition in Africa and dates back to 1980 . ”
ENERGY PARTNERS REFRIGERATION
Energy Partners Refrigeration ( EPR ), part of the PSG group , is a leading provider of sustainable outsourced refrigeration solutions . We identify and develop sustainable refrigeration projects which are designed to world-class engineering standards . Through our innovative Cooling as a Service ( CaaS ) model , we own , operate , and maintain refrigeration assets off balance sheet , providing funding and long-term commitment to plant efficiency and reliability . We monitor our performance and proactively manage maintenance to ensure optimal efficiency , maximising client profitability .
EPR has a proven track record for innovative refrigeration solutions , evident at Dr Oetker , Johannesburg . EPR installed a new three-stage refrigeration plant , using natural refrigerants , to supply cooling to the process areas , process fluids , blast freezers , holding freezers and cold rooms . Reclaimed heat from the plant has been included in the solution to generate hot water for the site and through the Cooling as a Service ( CaaS ) model , the plant is optimised for operational efficiency and redundancy while achieving the lowest possible carbon footprint .
At Global Macadamia , Mpumalanga , EPR has delivered the lowest energy and most cost-effective solution for heating and cooling through innovative single plant design in the world ’ s largest macadamia curing and processing facility . EPR is proud to have been afforded the opportunity to deliver a solution that is truly world-class .

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