Plant Maintenance

The primary function of any cable gland is to anchor the cable securely to an electrical apparatus. Ex d (flameproof) cable glands obviously provide additional safety performance related to protecting human life in hazardous locations. Strict international testing standards (IEC 60079 series) specify such demanding performance requirements for the certification of such glands that, until now, no Ex d/e corrosion-resistant flameproof compression gland on the world market has been certified without some attendant requirements or ‘special conditions’ of use. All such glands have been certified with a ‘special condition’ requiring an external clamp on the cable.

Petrochemical giant Sasol recognised ACTOM Turbo Machines as one of its Top Performing Services Suppliers – in the Large Enterprises category – at the end of 2019. The award was presented to ACTOM Turbo Machines for its exceptional service in repair, refurbishment and ongoing maintenance.

IS³ – Industry Software Solutions and Support – has partnered with Izinga Integrated Solutions as a strategic solutions provider for AVEVA’s Asset Performance Management (APM) Solutions.

Durban-based condition monitoring specialist, WearCheck, has bought Anglo Field Services (AFS). This adds three established divisions to WearCheck’s comprehensive Reliability Solutions portfolio, including non-destructive testing (NDT), technical compliance (TC) and rope condition assessment (RCA).

by Hannes Roets, Power Optimal

Understanding the concept of Demand Management.