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Events and Exhibitions
Africa ' s leading brand in commercial refrigeration and air conditioning .
BITZER South Africa achieved several significant milestones in recent years :
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2013
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2014
BITZER introduced CO 2 compressors to South Africa , becoming pioneers in providing compressor solutions for the natural refrigerant CO 2
. Today , there are more than 1500 BITZER CO 2 compressors in operation across the country . The establishment of the BITZER Green Point compressor repair centre in Johannesburg , where local technicians adhere to strict BITZER quality standards , has been instrumental . Here , they repair approximately 300 piston and screw compressors annually , contributing to a circular economy . The successful implementation of SAP in their locations as a new ERP system significantly increased efficiency through improved stock management and control , reduced stock losses , unified sales and accounting procedures , and direct reporting lines to their HQ .
BITZER South Africa sold their first BITZER scroll compressor for locally made rooftop packaged units for climate control in shopping malls , marking a major stride .
Torsten Steinborg with Tom Zwar ( Thovo Therm , Namibia )
Graham Conway , SCM ( left ) with Jurie Benade ( Metraclark ).
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2022
BITZER expanded its presence in Africa by opening offices in Nigeria , Senegal and Kenya , and in 2022 , in Ivory Coast . This strategic expansion aims to strengthen BITZER ’ s presence across the continent .
They introduced the BITZER IQ module locally , enhancing compressor monitoring and control capabilities , making their compressors intelligent and smart , and aligning their customers with the industry ’ s digital transformation . BITZER South Africa ventured into industrial refrigeration with the sale of their first ACP ( Ammonia Compressor Package ), which has shown immense growth potential . To date , their customers have successfully operated ACPs in South Africa , Namibia and Zimbabwe .
BITZER South Africa sold its first BITZER Digital Network licence , serving as the gateway for new digital services , remote monitoring and troubleshooting .
A jovial pair , Brian Hepburn ( Million-Air Services ) with Tom Zwar ( Thovo Therm , Namibia ).
The BITZER Team celebrates 30th Anniversary .
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