Selecting a dewatering pump for a mining project calls for careful consideration of the various factors that should inform the decision. According to dredging and pump specialist, IPR (Integrated Pump Rental), the supplier’s expertise, site conditions, technical specifications, affordability and brand reputation are some of the key factors to consider.
IPR, now part of Atlas Copco’s Specialty Rental Division, is expanding its rapid response dewatering pump services beyond South Africa to the broader Southern African mining sector. With Atlas Copco’s regional presence and resources, mining clients will benefit from quicker access to reliable pump rental solutions and enhanced technical support.
In an environment with constrained capital expenditure, but critical dewatering needs, mines and quarries can take advantage of the many benefits of renting dewatering pumps from IPR (Integrated Pump Rental) to help improve their bottom line.
Pump and dredging specialist IPR has contributed to the treatment of acid mine drainage from historic mine workings in Gauteng – through the design and supply of customised Mini SlurrySucker units. This local innovation is helping to dredge sediment more efficiently from water cleaning reactors, allowing the AMD treatment plants to be more productive.
As the rainy season looms, the need to clear silt from water storage and process dams has become critical. Silt build-up drastically reduces storage capacity, risking overflow and severe environmental damage. Specialty dewatering pump company, IPR (Integrated Pump Rental) urges operators to act swiftly and desilt their facilities to ensure they can handle the anticipated rainwater. According to IPR Managing Director Lee Vine, many dams are already nearing full capacity due to accumulated silt, posing significant risks if not properly maintained.
The dewatering pump industry is abuzz with the news that IPR (Integrated Pump Rental) has joined Atlas Copco’s Specialty Rental Division within the Power Technique Business Area. Announced just before Electra Mining Africa, this acquisition promises significant benefits for the mining sector. Lee Vine, Managing Director of IPR, notes the mining industry, with its complex and demanding operations, increasingly relies on renting dewatering pumps and accessories.
Integrated Pump Rental offers tailored dewatering solutions for open pit mines, ensuring efficient and reliable water management. With innovative equipment like pontoon mounted pumps and flexible rental options, IPR maximises productivity and minimises downtime.
Dewatering specialist IPR (Integrated Pump Rental) will be showcasing the benefits of its rental pump solutions at Electra Mining Africa 2024, backed up by global OEMs including Atlas Copco and Toyo. As a master distributor for these quality brands, IPR will also put its in-house engineering and service capability on show – with products and experts on its exhibition stand.
By effectively dredging the emergency water dams at a Gauteng wastewater treatment facility, IPR helped to put the operation on a stronger footing to serve the community. IPR Business Development Manager Warren Spann says it was IPR’s new generation SlurrySucker that came to the rescue.
In today’s economy, cutting operating costs is crucial. IPR offers vital pump services—servicing, repair, rebuild and refurbishment—to boost efficiency and reliability without big new investments. Henru Strydom, Operations Manager at IPR, highlights the company’s pump rebuild facility as key for managing pump lifecycles cost effectively.