⎪ Power transmission, bearings, bushes and seals ⎪
bronze components, all manufactured in Italy and fully compliant with ISO, CE and, where applicable, local SABS standards. With a proven track record in global installations, these robust SAER pumps are well-suited to Africa’s demanding operating conditions. High hydraulic performance com- bined with low energy consumption ensures excellent efficiency, while the availability of plug-and-play configurations makes them easy to install and operate. Under the terms of the agreement, Bi will offer SAER surface pump types, including centrifugal, multi-stage, and high-pressure units, complemented by end-suction and close-coupled variants. Espag explains that they based their decision to prioritise the SAER surface pump range on strong demand in municipal, industrial, and agricultural ap- plications in Gauteng, the Western Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal. Compared to submersibles, surface pumps offer easier installation and serviceability, as well as greater versatility across various sectors, including HVAC, water transfer, and pressure boosting. “Additionally, they provide scalable solutions suitable for both project- based and stock-driven needs,” says Espag, noting that while surface pumps will be their primary focus, Bi will also supply submersible wastewater pumps for select municipal and industrial applications. Future expansion plans include borehole and deep well submersibles, fire-fighting pump sets, and custom-engineered pump skids. True to Bi’s renowned after-sales service, an ample local stock of critical spare parts will be maintained and supported by a strategic branch network with a national footprint. A dedicated SAER-certified technician will conduct in-depth training for Bi staff, covering product specifications, installation protocols, maintenance and troubleshooting, to ensure that the Bi team is fully equipped to support customers from day one. Bi has also onboarded additional technical sales personnel and invested in upskilling existing staff through comprehensive training on the SAER products. “We are also focused on empowering customers by offering structured training programmes on the SAER pumps, both on-site
SAER NCB super-duplex end-suction pumps installed in a desalination plant.
A 75 kW 6-pole SAER pump in use in the industrial agriculture sector.
and at Bi’s facilities. The sessions, which will address pump operation and maintenance, fault diagnosis and lifecycle optimisation, will be tailored to customer needs and sector- specific requirements,” he adds. “Through our strategic entry into the local pump market together with SAER, we are not only pumping up our existing offering but also reinforcing our role as a trusted, collabora- tive partner delivering tailored products and solutions to the mining, construction, sugar, agriculture and FMCG sectors. This SAER partnership underscores our unwavering
commitment to helping customers future- proof their business sustainability by antici- pating and meeting their evolving needs,” says Espag. “We look forward to a long-lasting and mutually beneficial partnership with SAER, one that will create lasting value for both our companies and for our customers.” Bi formalised its sole distributorship agreement with SAER on 15 July 2025, with the first shipment of pump sets arriving in South Africa in early October. SAER pumps are now available. www.bearings.co.za
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