PRODUCTS AND SERVICES Introduction Dickinson Group of Companies was - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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REFRACTORY ANCHOR SYSTEMS, PRODUCTS AND SERVICES Introduction Dickinson Group of Companies was founded in 1910 as a building construction company, followed by the establishment of its furnace service business in 1928. The company has 90 years
Introduction
Dickinson Group of Companies was founded in 1910 as a building construction company, followed by the establishment of its furnace service business in 1928. The company has 90 years experience in providing Specialist Furnace and Industrial Services to the mining, metals smelting, mineral processing, thermal power generation and petrochemical refining industries. VISION Dickinson Group of Companies’ Vision is to be a global Leading provider of Furnace and Industrial Services MISSION Dickinson Group of Companies’ purpose is to provide an integrated and multidisciplinary “One Personalised Solution”, by offering essential furnace and industrial services, which increase productivity and performance together with reducing costs for our customers. STRATEGY The company’s strategy is to develop the Group’s current position as a leading specialized furnace and industrial solutions company, with a global reach and to deliver long-term sustainable growth through the continued expansion of the company’s services and markets.
Dickinson Geographic Footprint
Office Locations
- South Africa
- Zambia
- Mauritius
- Tianjin, China
- Egypt
- Namibia
- Democratic Republic of Congo
- Russia
- Brazil
Business Operations Business Experience Business Alliance Locations
Dickinson Head Office & Workshops
Total land area: 14,000 m2 Total buildings (including offices, workshops & warehouses): 8,500 m2
Industries We Serve
- Aluminium Smelting
- Glass
- Platinum & Nickel
- Iron, Steel & Coke Making
- Copper & Cobalt
- Ferrochrome & Ferromanganese
- Heavy Sands
- Nickel
- Power Generation
- Cement & Lime
- Chemical & Petrochemical
- Ceramic
- Refractory Manufacturing
- Food & Beverage Manufacturing
- Fertilizer Manufacturing
- Water & Municipal Services
- Telecommunications
Safety Policy
- Dickinson Group of Companies operates according to
international best practices to achieve the highest practical levels of Safety, Health, Environmental Control and Quality, and adheres to BS OHSAS 18001:2007 accreditation.
- The safety of our employees and contractors is an integral
part of our business, with the goal of ZERO HARM.
- The Group strives to:
- Demonstrate strong leadership and direction in all
conceivable SHEQ issues.
- Ensure a consistent approach to the management of
SHEQ in all locations.
- Consult and communicate with all employees and
stakeholders.
- Educate the workforce in risk management, safety,
health and environmental principles.
- Respect the right of all staff to work in an environment
where they know that risks are adequately controlled.
- Promote the health and wellbeing of all its staff.
- Measure SHEQ performance.
Furnace Solutions Industrial Solutions
The Anchors Division
- Over 30 years experience.
- Design,
manufacture, supply and installation of comprehensive range of refractory anchor systems for monolithic, ceramic fibre and brick refractory linings; temperatures up to 1600°C.
- Team ensures correct grade of material,
dimensions, spacing patterns and welding methods are selected for an anchorage system; this is essential in enhancing the lining performance.
Refractory Anchor Manufacturing Facilities
- State of the Art CNC anchor manufacturing machine
- Diameter range from 4mm to 12mm
- Average of 850 pieces per hour.
Benefits
- Short lead times
- Competitive pricing
- Customised designs
- Stock availability
- In-house installation
capability
Consignment Stock of Anchors
- We strategically stock substantial amounts of a vast range high temperature alloys including 304,
310, 316 and 253MA in shapes such as round bars, flat bars, plates and round wire so we can confidently offer short delivery times.
- Specialty high-temperature heat-resistant alloys available on request.
- Should you have a preference on self-designed anchoring systems, our company will offer these
according to your drawings, samples or sketches.
Anchors Products and Services
The Anchor Division’s extensive range of products and services includes:
- Refractory anchors
- Reinforcing fibres
- Steel fibres for refractory applications
- Hex mesh
- Stud-welding systems and equipment
- Shear connectors
- Arc and Wear studs
- Refractory anchor installation services
Monolithic Refractory Anchors
- Since the development of monolithic refractory products, metal anchoring systems have been
utilized in supporting monolithic materials.
- Comprehensive range of high quality standard and custom-made refractory anchors for monolithic
linings.
- range of hand and stud welded refractory anchors for all applications
Typical Anchors Used in Cement Plants
Refractory Brick Anchors
Complete range of high quality standard and custom-made refractory anchors for refractory brick linings
Ceramic Fibre Fixings
The company offers several systems suitable for anchoring ceramic fibre over a range of temperatures including the following.
- Press On Clip Systems
- Threaded Studs
- Washers
- Wide range of Ceramic Fibre Fixings
Ceramic Fibre Fixings
Lock Washers Module Backing Plate Fibre lock pins
Hex Mesh Anchors
- For process plants which is subject to the passage of erosive gas streams, especially at
high temperature.
- Supplied as flat panels or rolled shapes.
- Temperatures up to 800° C.
Reinforcing Fibers - Melt Extract
- Range of Melt Extract (ME) reinforcing fibres for standard industrial use through to specialty
applications such as extreme temperature, high corrosion and niche industry requirements.
- Steel fibres for mining and construction industries.
- The use of our stainless steel alloy fibres substantially improves refractory durability and
performance, and reduces refractory installation maintenance and material.
Shear Connectors
- Cost savings: reduction of building materials in the design
- f composite structures.
- Reduced building heights: save on materials as lighter
beams result in shallower floor sections.
- Secures concrete to steel structural components.
- Increase shear loading capacity in steel buildings.
- Provides larger rooms with fewer obstructions because
longer beams can be used.
- Reliable and safe under static and dynamic stress.
- Mechanical interlock of steel and concrete.
- Firm welds produced by stud welding.
- Application by trained operators – no highly qualified
welders required.
An essential component in steel-concrete composite structures, beam design and construction. Composite construction combines the positive features
- f
steel construction and structural concrete thereby offering the following benefits:
Wear Studs and Spike Studs
- Wear studs used in earth moving and mining construction equipment.
- Spike Studs used in the timber industry.
CD Pins and Clips
- Fastening systems that are ideal for stud-welding fasteners for heating,
ventilation and air-conditioning, signage and construction industries.
Stud Welding
Studwelding Equipment
- Leading stud-welding technologies from Taylor Stud Welding Systems Ltd (United Kingdom) and
brands, including Taylor (UK) and Heinz Soyer Bolzenschweisstechnik GmbH (Germany).
Refractory Anchor Installation Services
According to correct:
- Anchor Depth
- Anchor Spacing
- Anchor Patterns
- Anchor Attachment
- Anchor Alloys
Why Stud Weld Refractory Anchors
Limitations of Conventional Methods of Installation Stud Welding Properties Drilling and tapping: These processes are slow. The system also requires thicker parent material and longer studs The process is fast (up to 30 studs a minute) as the entire arc welding cycle normally takes less than a second. Inserts: These can work loose. Holes must be punched and deburred, weakening parent material and taking time. The reverse side is not always clean and flat. There is minimal heat and penetration depth, preventing distortion and ensuring good attachment to thick and thin materials (from 0,7 to over 2,0 mm). Back welding: The process is slow. Holes need to be punched and deburred in parent material, which weakens
- it. The excess weld has to be ground off to achieve a
clean flat finish. No holes are needed eliminating the possibility of leaks or weakening of the sheet. The stud welding equipment is portable and easily jigged. Through bolting: Requires two-handed assembly with access from both sides. Holes need to be punched and deburred taking time and weakening the parent material. the assembly is not leak-proof. There are a variety of stud welding processes suitable for securing studs ranging in diameter from 1,0 to 30 mm. The weld is stronger than the parent material or the stud. Access is required from only one side.
Global References
Global Alliances
USA FRANCE SOUTH AFRICA UK GERMANY DENMARK EGYPT SOUTH AFRICA BELGIUM BELGIUM DRC / BELGIUM SOUTH AFRICA BRAZIL RUSSIA
“One Personalised Solution” Global Footprint Global Alliances State of the Art Equipment Certification: OSHAS 18001 Inherent Innovative Culture Specialist and experienced personnel