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MG’s Pumprite range, which forms
part of BMG’s fluid technol-
ogy portfolio, encompasses
lubrication, grease, oil
and abrasivefluidhandling equip-
ment, designed and manufac-
tured locally to cope efficiently
in Africa’s arduous operating
conditions.
“BMG’s strategy to enhance
its fluid technology services tomeet growing
market demand in diverse industries, incor-
porates the introduction of new products,
with the latest developments in design tech-
nologies, materials and coatings,” saysWeylin
Kapp, national product manager, lubrication,
BMG. “The company’s expansionprogramme
in the fluid technology sector also involves
increasing product stockholdings through
more than160BMGbranches and awide dis-
tribution network in South Africa and across
borders into Swaziland, Zambia, Botswana,
Mozambique, Namibia and Tanzania.
“The Pumprite portfolio (which includes a
wide rangeof pneumaticandmanual pumping
and transfer solutions for grease, oil, grout
andabrasivefluids)issupportedbyaone-year
manufacturing warranty.
“BMG’s dependable technical support
service ensures optimum safety, efficiency
and extended service life of every system,
even in corrosive environments. With broad
technical capabilities, the teamis able to solve
problems, in applicationswhere conventional
BMG’s extensive range of components for fluid technology
systems and general industrial applications includes valves,
hydraulic hoses and fittings, accumulators, cylinders, heat
exchangers, hydraulic motors and hydraulic plumbing, as well
as pumps and reservoir accessories.
Above:
Pumprite pneumatic high-pressure solvent pumps are ideal for heavy
duty cleaning and maintenance in industrial applications and where hygiene is
critical.
Left:
The Pumprite pneumatic grease pump, used to pump grease from
grease drums of any size.
Below:
This complete pneumatic grease dispensing
roller cart is used to easily transport, dispense and safeguard the grease drum.
It comes complete with a Z-swivel and grease control nozzle.
Heavy-duty retractable reels are used for high performance transfer of lubricants and abrasive fluids.
Pumping technology
for lubricants
and abrasive fluids
components have failed
after short periods of ser-
vice. BMG’s fluid technology
services also cover project
engineering and consulting,
cylinder design and manufac-
ture, training, repair and testing,
as well as onsite container services.”
Pumprite equipment – a key brand in BMG’s
portfolio – has been designed for use in diverse
applications, including the transfer of product,
lubrication of machinery, greasing, pack setting,
rock grouting, washing, fixed systems, mobile
systems and drag lines.
Pumprite pneumatic and manual pumps
handle a wide range of products that include
grease, oil, chemicals, grout and cement, air,
passes pneumatic grease transfer pumps,
heavy-duty retractable hose reels, spring
feed lubricators, foot-operatedgreasepumps,
bearing packers and hand lever grease guns.
The pneumatic abrasive pump range
handles cementitious products andwash/sol-
vent pumps efficiently handle all water based
fluids, aswell as chemicals, acids, solvents and
anti-freeze.
Components aremanufactured fromhigh-
grade material, such as LM25 aluminium and
EN8mild steel. Crucial parts are heat treated
with a ground finish for protection against
wear, even in demanding environments. Air
motors are anodised for extended service life
androbustLLDPEaccessories,includingdrum
covers, are corrosion resistant.
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water, petroleum, antifreeze, hydraulic oils,
diesel fuel and detergents.
BMG’s Pumprite grease range encom-