move to greater depths. On the open- cast side, we are also seeing significant advances in pump technology. Our latest Godwin HL 270, for example, can achieve heads of up to 300 metres, demonstrating how pump technology is evolving to meet increasingly demanding dewatering requirements. Ultimately, as mines become deeper, the combination of the right equipment and application expertise is critical to delivering efficient, reliable dewatering solutions.” However, even a proven product is only as good as the support behind it, which is why the company’s Grindex and Godwin units are backed by an experienced aftermarket team and strong parts availability. In mining, downtime is costly and customers cannot afford to wait weeks for critical spares. As such, the dewatering specialist closely monitors its stockholding to ensure it carries the right fast-moving and critical parts, both at its head office and through its distributors across the continent. Integrated Pump Technology continues to strengthen its local service capabilities, with fully equipped workshops able to repair and maintain pumps to OEM specifications. By combining proven products with readily available spares and responsive, localised support, the company gives customers confidence that expert assistance is available when they need it – a key factor in both winning and retaining customers. “Looking ahead, our growth strategy centres on two priorities: expanding our regional footprint and broadening our product offering, including complementary solutions for applications such as slurry handling. An important development in this strategy is the recent approval for the local assembly of Godwin units, which will see Integrated Pump Technology make a significant investment in stockholding, including both fully assembled units and fast- moving spare parts. We will pursue this growth sustainably and in stages, ensuring we have the right people, stock and local support in place. By combining direct engagement with mines, EPC partnerships and our established distributor network, we see significant opportunities to strengthen our presence and service capabilities across the continent,” concludes Marsh. n
dewatering solution. Take copper mining, for example, much of the copper mined in regions such as the DRC and Zambia, is underground, where mines can encounter significant volumes of groundwater. Understanding the scale and dynamics of that water ingress is critical to designing an effective dewatering system. In these applications, submersible pumps are often the preferred solution, and we have a comprehensive range that can cater to a wide variety of underground dewatering requirements,” explains Marsh. Gold and coal operations in areas across Africa, on the other hand, are often open-cast, where the dewatering requirements can be quite different. As such, the Godwin self-priming pump range is particularly well suited to the application, providing a robust and flexible solution for surface dewatering. “Importantly, it’s not always a case of choosing one technology over another. There can be significant integration between the two. In certain open-cast applications, for example, submersible pumps can be used to transfer water to our diesel-driven pumps, providing additional capacity and enhancing the overall dewatering system. Ultimately, our application engineering approach is about understanding the specific challenges of each mine and then designing a solution around those requirements. By combining the right pump technology with our technical expertise and on-site support, we can help customers achieve reliable, efficient and long-term dewatering performance.” Moreover, as mining operations mature, there is an increasing trend for open-cast operations to transition to underground operations. “As mines become deeper and more complex, dewatering requirements are becoming increasingly demanding, particularly in terms of flow rates and distances over which water needs to be pumped. Fortunately, our broad range of Grindex submersible pumps allows us to cater for everything from high-flow, low- head to low-flow, high-head applications. We are also working more closely with mines to develop solutions such as staged pumping, which can overcome the greater requirements associated with deeper operations. This is becoming increasingly important across Africa as both underground and open-cast mines
Godwin diesel-driven pumps provide powerful and flexible dewatering solutions for challenging mining and construction environments.
“Localisation is central to our strategy in Africa, making the right local partnerships critical. We have also invested significantly in stockholding and work closely with our distributors to ensure product availability and the support they need. Our dedicated sales teams work alongside distributors and engage directly with customers, combining our technical expertise with their local market knowledge and relationships. This collaborative approach enables us to deliver the right solutions, backed by strong technical and commercial support.” Product portfolio While the local market remains highly competitive with roughly 35 reputable submersible pump brands, Integrated Pump Technology positions its offerings as the “Rolls Royce” of the industry, prioritising quality over the price sensitivity. The company manages a diverse range of dewatering solutions tailored to specific mining environments. Its core brands include Grindex submersible pumps (of which Integrated Pump Technology is the largest global distributor) and the Godwin self-priming diesel range. “Mining applications can vary significantly from one region and operation to another, so our approach starts with understanding the specific conditions and requirements of each site. The mining method, depth, water volumes and the nature of the application all play a role in determining the most appropriate
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