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Oct 21, 20212 min read

25 YEARS OF FURNACE DEMOLITION PROJECTS

Offering a complete range of Specialist Furnace Demolition Services to the mining, metal smelting, mineral processing and industrial sectors

Oct 21, 20211 min read

INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS

TYPES OF REFRACTORY ANCHORS SYSTEMS

Metal anchoring systems are widely utilized to support refractory materials in various vessels in high temperature industries...

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS OF REFRACTORY SYSTEMS & REINFORCING FIBRES

Oct 21, 20211 min read

INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS OF REFRACTORY SYSTEMS & REINFORCING FIBRES

Since the development of monolithic refractory products, metal anchoring systems have been utilized in supporting monolithic materials...

THE IMPORTANCE OF METALLURGICAL ADVISORY

Oct 21, 20211 min read

ASSET INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT

THE IMPORTANCE OF METALLURGICAL ADVISORY

DGC'S approach is tailored to be cost effective & in many cases allow for the identification of solutions without the need for costly...

REVISITING WASTE HEAT RECOVERY FOR SMELTERS

Oct 21, 20212 min read

FURNACE SERVICES

REVISITING WASTE HEAT RECOVERY FOR SMELTERS

As industry actively embarks on initiatives to extenuate the environmental impacts of their operations, many industrial furnace operators...

Oct 21, 20212 min read

INDUSTRIAL SERVICES

MEET THE SILO WHIP!!

In order to ensure the smooth running of industrial processes that employ silos, proper cleaning schedules & procedures have to be...

Oct 21, 20211 min read

FURNACE SERVICES

MODERN DEMOLITION TECHNIQUES

Present day furnace demolition techniques employ modern, advanced and purpose-designed mechanical remote controlled demolition equipment ...

Oct 21, 20211 min read

FURNACE SERVICES

CRITICAL REFRACTORY INSTALLATION ISSUES

Refractory linings are constantly exposed to the most extreme conditions that are characterised by heat, physical stress ...

Oct 21, 20211 min read

FURNACE SERVICES

MORE ABOUT PRECAST REFRACTORY SHAPES

The revolutionary concept of precast refractory shapes has been well received in different industries. It involves the design...

A STEP BY STEP OVERVIEW OF OUR REVOLUTIONARY ROTARY KILN INSPECTION SERVICES

Oct 21, 20212 min read

ENGINEERING SERVICES

A STEP BY STEP OVERVIEW OF OUR REVOLUTIONARY ROTARY KILN INSPECTION SERVICES

The rotary kiln forms the very heart of pyro-metallurgical processes, objectively determining the actual status of the kiln...

SOME COMMON FURNACE ENDOSCOPY CONCERNS / MISCONCEPTIONS ADDRESSED

Oct 21, 20212 min read

FURNACE SERVICES

SOME COMMON FURNACE ENDOSCOPY CONCERNS / MISCONCEPTIONS ADDRESSED

Furnace endoscopy involves the use of highly robust, purpose designed endoscopic devices to visually assess the state of a furnace during...

Oct 21, 20211 min read

INDUSTRIAL SERVICES

HALDOR TOPSOE'S RANGE OF VK CATALYSTS

A range of high activity catalysts for sulphuric acid production...

Oct 21, 20211 min read

ENGINEERING SERVICES

AN EFFICIENT HEIGHT ACCESS SOLUTION

Cherry pickers have replaced a number of traditional access systems like ladders, scaffolding, bosun’s chairs and rope swings in many...

Oct 21, 20211 min read

INDUSTRIAL LININGS

FIGHTING CORROSION

The corrosion of various industrial structures often leads to a massive degeneration in their material properties resulting in ...

Oct 21, 20211 min read

ASSET INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT

CONTRACTING VS PARTNERSHIP

Upgrading the relationship between the manufacturers & maintenance specialists from project-to-project contracting to partnerships...

Oct 21, 20211 min read

INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS

DICKINSON GROUPS STUD WELDING SYSTEMS

Dickinson Group’s Anchor Division supplies a full range of studwelding equipment; ranging from hand held, lightweight units to...

COMMON CAUSES OF PREMATURE REFRACTORY FAILURE

Oct 21, 20211 min read

FURNACE SERVICES

COMMON CAUSES OF PREMATURE REFRACTORY FAILURE

Furnaces constantly operate under extremely harsh conditions characterised by intense levels of heat, chemical attack and mechanical stress.

NON EXPLOSIVE BLASTS FOR ROCK EXCAVATION

Oct 21, 20211 min read

FURNACE SERVICES

NON EXPLOSIVE BLASTS FOR ROCK EXCAVATION

The Cardox CO2 System is a reliable blasting solution particularly in areas which are located within sensitive environments, where...

Oct 21, 20211 min read

FURNACE SERVICES

BENEFITS OF GLASS FURNACE HOT REPAIRS

Glass furnace hot repairs are preventive maintenance interventions made on a glass furnace (in a hot state) to restore it...

PERSONALISED SOLUTIONS FOR ROTARY KILNS DRYERS AND BALL MILLS

Oct 21, 20211 min read

ENGINEERING SERVICES

PERSONALISED SOLUTIONS FOR ROTARY KILNS DRYERS AND BALL MILLS

Dickinson Group of companies offers a full range of tailor-made services for rotary vessels that are...

FURNACE REFRACTORY DEMOLITION IN A HOT STATE

Oct 21, 20211 min read

FURNACE SERVICES

FURNACE REFRACTORY DEMOLITION IN A HOT STATE

Mechanised Refractory Demolition Technics can be employed while the furnace is still in a hot state at the beginning of...

TURNKEY SERVICES FOR YOUR FURNACE SHUTDOWN IN BRIEF

Oct 21, 20211 min read

FURNACE SERVICES

TURNKEY SERVICES FOR YOUR FURNACE SHUTDOWN IN BRIEF

DGC offers Turnkey Furnace Rebuild Project Services for major furnace outages which cover the entire scope of work...

SERVICES FOR ROTARY KILNS, ROTARY DRYERS & MILLS

Oct 21, 20211 min read

ENGINEERING SERVICES

SERVICES FOR ROTARY KILNS, ROTARY DRYERS & MILLS

The company’s rotary kiln and mill services include comprehensive inspection, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, installation...

Oct 21, 20211 min read

INDUSTRIAL LININGS

INDUSTRIAL CORROSION PROTECTION

Corrosion resistant linings and coatings have been widely adopted as a major defense against corrosion.