FURNACE SERVICES

In the heart of sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and its neighbouring countries, a powerful synergy is redefining the mining and mineral processing industries. The strategic alliance between DGC AFRICA and LogiProc brings unparalleled expertise in Minera

This case study presents the findings of a comprehensive furnace inspection conducted on a glass melting furnace. The inspection utilized an endoscopy technique with two camera angles (0 degrees and 90 degrees) to ensure complete coverage of the furnace. Access was granted to four peepholes with

Our experienced team of technicians carried out the challenging task of breaking out and removing refractory rubble from the gas gun ring and calciner dome centre piece, ensuring that the surrounding components were not affected. We meticulously installed pre-casted skewbacks, which were spec

Our services include High-Temperature Endoscopy and Infrared Thermography, which enable us to detect potential safety hazards as well as optimize costs and prevent production losses. Capable of operating within extremely harsh conditions our Endoscopy technology allows for real-time visualizat

We recently received an inquiry from one of the biggest cement companies in the southern hemisphere to install refractory anchors and cast the nose ring at the entrance of the kiln. The previous method resulted in increased downtime and maintenance due to the short-lasting liners. In light of thi

We were recently tasked with the complete demolition of solidified iron within a torpedo ladle. In this case, the iron had to be cut into blocks before removing the refractory material to a scrap yard. Although relatively straightforward, the project posed a number of challenges. Firstly from a

Take a look at DGC’s precast refractory division whereby you as the customer can view the final product and how it is assembled before the component is manufactured! Each component is designed with our latest 3D parametric computer modeling software and placed into mould assemblies to visually insp

Dickinson Copperbelt Services Ltd is a subsidiary of Dickinson Group of Companies (DGC) that provides an extensive range of specialised Furnace and Industrial Services across the Copperbelt; a region covering parts of Zambia and the DRC. Located in Mufulira, Zambia, the company is involved in num

PUBLISHED IN CREAMER MEDIA'S MINING WEEKLY 28TH MAY 2021 There has been a significant increase in project activity for furnace services company Dickinson Group of Companies (DGC) since the start of this year. DGC commercial manager Louwrens Minnie tells Mining Weekly that the impact of the Covid-1

Most equipment failures are preceded by temperature rises before the actual failure occurs. This is particularly true in the case of furnace refractory lining failures, where heat leaks to outer refractory linings and the shell, both of which are less tolerant to furnace working temperatures. As a

Leveraging advanced planning techniques and cutting-edge technology enables the company to deliver high-performance, fully operational furnaces. Global refractory and industrial solutions provider Dickinson Group of Companies (DGC) Africa, with several operations across sub-Saharan Africa, is aim

The project was extensive, involving a complete overhaul of the furnace to extend its life and improve its safety, efficiency, and productivity. Our team of experts worked closely with the client to develop a detailed scope of work, which included the following: • Demolition of the existing fur

We hope this newsletter finds you well. Today we want to discuss an essential aspect of your business – refractory installation. Refractory installation is a critical process that involves the installation of heat-resistant materials in industrial settings such as furnaces, kilns, and incinerato

Recently a customer was having problems in casting a bull nose on site which meant cutting the roof work open over the kiln cooler and break off the casting which resulted in it rapidly deteriorating. To solve this problem DGC introduced our precast bull nose. Our product is crafted in-house usi

We would like to share with you the successful completion of a furnace demolition project that took place recently. The project involved the demolition of the complete furnace sidewall and hearth of a 9.9m circular arc furnace, along with the removal of various auxiliary furnace equipment. The sc

Our experience coupled with the most advanced, state-of-the-art demolition equipment can ensure your company the best possible services when it comes to furnace demolition, conquering even the most challenging of projects. Utilizing the latest technology and methodologies will allow for a red

With more than 90 years of experience in providing turnkey Furnace Rebuild services, Dickinson Group of Companies constructed one of South Africa’s first blast furnaces in 1928 which was the start of our Furnace services division.  With our objective of being a customer-centric organisation, we ha

This agreement was signed with one of the company’s alliance partners; ADI – Industrial Services. ADI-IS, a Belgium based Industrial Services Company has been carrying out Furnace Endoscopy Inspections at operating temperatures using globally for more than 25 years. In fact, DGC has been represent

PUBLISHED IN CREAMER MEDIA'S MINING WEEKLY 28TH MAY 2021 Furnace services company Dickinson Group of Companies’ (DGC’s) new service offerings help to ensure more cost-effective furnace maintenance and repair. DGC added endoscopic furnace inspection services to its service offering, which is ideal f

Furnaces fulfil many critical roles in various industrial processes. These vessels frequently have to continuously operate under extreme conditions that are characterised by elevated levels of heat, chemical attack, abrasion and mechanical stress amongst many others. As a result of this and a numbe