October 2009
The world of grating solutions
Access platforms consisting of steel stairways, walkways and platforms - are essential in engineering plants or manufacturing facilities. Wherever you have access needs on a plant, you will find grating products.
MechTech talks to Grating World's executive director Hans Bothma about modern trends and materials available to cater for the different applications.
For more information contact:
Grating World (Pty) Ltd
Tel: +27 11 452 1150
www.gratingworld.com
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Computer-aided engineering
The SA-developed Trouble shooter to advanced analytical software
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Innovative Engineering
The CSIR celebrates success
MechTech attends the CSIR's annual report presentation, which highlights several key focus areas for this organisation.
Modern metals technology
SA's state-of-the-art steel fabrication facilty - Cosira Vulcan
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Plastics, rubber and materials processing
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Polyurethane spray linings with quality bonding agents
PTFE engine shaft seals - a major step forward
Power transmission, bearings and bushes
Localisation and customisation - key strategies for Bonfiglioli
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ACTOM Electrical Machines awarded motor contract for Medupi's air-cooled condensers
Geared drives and the distribution advantage
Service centre now officially open for increased capacity
Special report
Copenhage and the global carbon market
MechTech talks to Richard Worthington, manager of the Climate Change Programme for the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) , about the need for a global carbon budget and its implications.
