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As Linatex has grown to become a truly global operation, with Linatex sites in every continent and a distribution network unparalleled in the industry, we wish to keep you informed of what we have been doing.
Review our latest Press Releases.
New Linatex G4 Pump - Officially Launched in Europe June 2010
Linatex Develop Technology to Aid Wheel Chair Users June 2010
Growth and Expansion for Linatex backed by New Website April 2010
New Facilities for Linatex Corporation of America March 2010
Linatex Launch New Valve Line in Europe January 2010
June 2010
New Linatex G4 Pump installation delivers up to 43% power draw savings over conventional alternatives.
The results are in! Sand and gravel operations are achieving unprecedented savings in total life cycle costs with new the Linatex G4 Rubber and Hard Metal Pumps, which combine best-in-class efficiency with superior abrasion resistance.
Linatex formally announces the launch of the new G4 Pump range with their official launch in Europe this month,
‘With a long history of innovation supporting the development of the G4 Pump range, and demonstrable results in the field, we are delighted with the new range’ says Bruce Cooke, General Manager Linatex Europe. ‘Our experience across the globe, coupled with the considerable knowledge that our team of experts here in Europe have accumulated throughout their time in the industry has resulted in a world class range of pumps, specifically suited to the market here.’
Compared to conventional products, the Linatex G4 Rubber Pumps incorporate genuine Linatex Premium Rubber Liners for maximum service life in abrasive slurry and chemical applications. Delivering the biggest benefits of value engineering, the Linatex G4 Pump range features hydraulic designs which reduce internal turbulence and minimise power draw, while offering ease of maintenance and serviceability.
Our in-field results demonstrate the benefits delivered by the range. Here are some examples:
Challenge Number 1: A major sand and gravel operation challenged Linatex to cut overall operating costs within its coarse and fine sand slurry applications.
The Solution: After consulting with Linatex Engineers, the operation replaced a conventional 8-inch, 75 HP pump with a new 8-inch, 60 HP Linatex G4 Rubber Pump in its coarse sand application. In the fine sand application, a standard 6-inch, 30 HP pump was replaced with a new 6-inch, 25 HP Linatex G4 Rubber Pump.
The Result: Based upon 22,400 annual operating hours the new 8-inch pump delivered a 17.5 % reduction in power draw over the conventional pump; while the 6-inch pump delivered a stunning 43.75 % reduction in power draw over the standard model.
Challenge Number 2: A large European waste recycling organisation required a replacement feed pump which could offer improved efficiency and performance.
The challenge to Linatex was to supply a pump which would feed at a minimum of 7 bar end pressure, ensure longer wear life at a reduced cost, backed up by reliable local support.
The Solution: Linatex supplied a Linatex G4 Hard Metal Pump HSN100 (with packed gland and expeller seal) which delivers the fine, flocculated, thixotropic, abrasive slurry feed material from a sludge holding tank to the press.
The Results: Still in service, the Linatex G4 Hard Metal Pump has delivered over 12 months part life as opposed to the previous incumbent’s pump which only delivered a 6 month part life. In addition, the Linatex G4 Pump has delivered a saving of almost 70% on part costs.
The increased pressure that the G4 Pump has delivered, has not only led to a drier filter cake being produced, but has also allowed more water to be recycled for use within the system.
 Pump Release June 2010
June 2010
Linatex technology in the development of mobility aid for wheel chair users
Linatex engineers have used technology, normally bound for the mining industry, to produce a unique solution to a product in a completely different field – mobility aids! In particular the area of special needs concerning wheelchair operation. Already in wide circulation, the innovative product creates greater gripping (friction) to allow less slippage and therefore greater efficiency in ‘pushing’ the wheel chair.
This solution, a rubber glove, helps provide friction between the wheels of the chair and the palm of the hand.
The glove was created by a specialist provider of intensive rehabilitation programs who provides a comprehensive range of medical, nursing, therapy and support services to people with a wide range of disabilities.
But in its original design, the stitching, used to hold the rubber onto the glove meant that repairs and replacements were common.
Linatex proposed a solution using a special adhesive, usually reserved for abrasive environments in industrial applications.
The adhesive, not only lengthened the life of the glove, but also increased the surface area, allowing it to provide even more friction, and thus greater control and maneuverability for the user."
The development of the glove provided a real advancement in the use of mobility aids for wheel chair users’. ‘Enabling the development of a product in this field is very satisfying’, says Henk Van Kruining, General Manager for Linatex Australia. ‘In addition to aiding in the creation of friction to help the users maneuver the wheel chair, it provides additional padding for the palms’. The unique properties of Linatex Premium Rubber have been well known for over 80 years in many specialisd applications for providing signification wear resistance in wet abrasion applications, and it is these unique characteristics that make it ideal for use in the glove.
The glove straps around the users palm so that when their hands are used to move the wheelchair, additional friction is created. This means less exertion on the part of the wheelchair users, resulting in less stress and pressure on the rest of their body.
Mobility Aid Release June 2010
April 2010
Linatex Announces Expansion and a newly designed multilingual website to meet global challenge
With the unprecedented growth in emerging markets becoming a major focus for all in the mining sector, Linatex has risen to the challenge by announcing global expansion projects and a new look website, available in English, Russian, Chinese and Spanish.
“As a truly global company Linatex understands the importance of communication. With recovery in our traditional markets and our growing role in emerging markets such as Latin America, Asia, Africa and Russia, Linatex is doing all it can to ensure that language is no barrier” said Mr. Henk van Kruining, Linatex Global Marketing Director. “There was an obvious need for this function with Linatex seeing a significant rise in website visits since 2008” continued Henk.
The growth and development of the Linatex website is in line with the significant expansion the Company has seen in other areas of its business. The physical presence of Linatex has also grown with new facilities in South Australia and Rustenberg (South Africa), the growth of staff numbers in many parts of China including Shanghai, Beijing, Xian and Anshan and more than doubling of staff numbers in the past 12 months to support the development of their Russian business.
“We have stayed focused on putting our business in a position of strength, so we were ready to take advantage of the economic recovery” Stated Mr. van Kruining.
Linatex has also seen growth and expansion in America. With the explosive growth seen in the oil sands industry, Linatex released a new ‘oil resistant’ rubber, Linagard OSR in 2008. The success of this rubber and it’s suitability for the oil sands industry is un-matched by anything else. As a result, the Company has seen expansion of both their Gallatin facility and its Polymers Division, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin to accommodate the growth in this industry. In addition, improvements in the construction and aggregates sectors have seen demand for screen media increase. The innovative approach, focusing on tailored development of screen media provided by the Linatex Screen Media business has resulted in the need to also increase capacity at the St Croix Falls and required a move to larger premises.
Greg Caddle, President, Linatex Corporation of America states that, “In light of substantial growth in our slurry hose manufacturing line, major expansion projects are currently underway at both the Gallatin, TN, and St. Croix Falls, WI, manufacturing facilities,.”
To accommodate the additional space requirements needed at Gallatin, Linatex incorporated the Gallatin moulded products line with the already existing moulded products line at the St. Croix Falls facility. The Wisconsin plant is also undergoing expansion in the way of relocating to a new plant that allows for 15,000 sq. ft. of increased manufacturing space. Consolidating both moulded products lines allows for increase efficiencies and the ability to combine and increase resources in the way of equipment and staff.
Expansion Release April 2010
March 2010
Linatex Corporation of America Announces Major Expansion Underway
Linatex Corporation of America is pleased to announce major expansion activities underway at manufacturing facilities located in Tennessee and Wisconsin.
Greg Caddle, President, Linatex Corporation of America states that, “In light of substantial growth in our slurry hose manufacturing line, major expansion projects are currently underway at both the Gallatin, TN, and St. Croix Falls, WI, manufacturing facilities.”
With hose sales figures expected to double in 2010 alone, the slurry hose manufacturing line is undergoing a 12,000 sq. ft. expansion at the Gallatin Facility. Contractors and staff have been busy implementing additional capacity, with an expected completion date of June 2010.
To accommodate the additional space requirements needed at Gallatin, it was an excellent opportunity to incorporate the Gallatin molded products line with the already existing molded products line at the St. Croix Falls facility. The Wisconsin plant is also undergoing expansion in the way of relocating to a newly leased plant that allows for 15,000 sq. ft. of increased manufacturing space. Consolidating both molded products lines allows for increase efficiencies and the ability to combine and increase resources in the way of equipment and staff.
Along with manufacturing growth comes jobs. Jackie Schommer, VP Human Resources states that, “We are pleased to announce the addition of a third shift and twenty manufacturing positions at the Gallatin facility to be implemented by June, with more anticipated in the future.”
Greg Caddle further commented, “Linatex has long been known as being a “Solutions Provider” for our customers and the growth in our slurry hose operations is a direct result of these efforts. In a market that has seen downsizing and layoffs, it’s exciting to be in a position of growth and expansion.”
Established in the 1920’s, Linatex revolutionized the concept of industrial wear designs and solutions using Rubber. Since then, Linatex Corporation of America and its subsidiary, Durex Products, Inc., has grown into a truly global organization offering an extensive range of products and services including process equipment, material handling products, mining hose, molded and fabricated products, wire cloth, polyurethane, and rubber screening media and innovative wear elements which ensures our ability to deliver superior wear resistance resulting in greater productivity, reduced maintenance costs, and increased profitability for our customers in the hard rock mining, sand, aggregates, concrete, recycling and industrial markets in North and South America.
US Expansion Release March 2010
January 2010
Linatex Launch New Valve Line in Europe that Combines Custom-Engineered Systems with Superior Abrasion Resistance
Building upon our 80-year history in the process equipment and abrasion resistance industries, and with over 50 years designing and producing valves, Linatex is proud to introduce its newly-designed and reengineered Valve Product Range which combines custom-engineering with the superior abrasion resistance of Linatex rubber.
Jim Geyer- Linatex Global Valve Product Manager. “A lot of work has gone into our offering to ensure that Linatex valves meet industry needs across a wide range of applications. In fact Linatex now have the most comprehensive valve range on the market. ”
Globally, Linatex has specialised in the design of process equipment that utilises the unique characteristics of Linatex Premium Rubber. The Linatex Valve Range is no exception. Linatex Valves are lined in Linatex abrasion and wear resistant rubber as standard, and are particularly suitable for handling abrasive or corrosive liquids and solids.
Bruce Cooke, General Manager Linatex Europe “Utilising Linatex Premium Rubber as standard in Linatex Valve liners, ensure a genuine performance point of difference. Linatex have moulded liners with proven superior wear, that for the customer, results in longer life and lower replacement costs.”
Designed and customised to meet the demands of tough minerals processing applications, the Linatex Valve Range offers a choice of heavy-duty steel operating mechanisms and robust steel, iron or aluminum bodies. Ideal for flow control in grinding and milling circuits, isolation and control in hydrocyclones and separation equipment, slurry and chemical additive control, and an endless number of specialised process applications, Linatex Valves can also be supplied with complete automation packages.
The Linatex Family Of Valves Includes: Pinch valves – Open Body Pinch valves – Closed Body Knife Gate Valves Check Valve - Single Non Return Check Valve – Double Non Return Pneumatic Split Liner Pinch Valve Pneumatic Single Piece Pinch Valves Linatex Valves are available with a variety of natural and synthetic rubber liners for use in most process conditions.
Linatex has long been recognised as a leading innovator in the use of premium natural rubber for abrasion, impact and corrosion resistance. Decades of growth in the global marketplace has led its worldwide operations into a complete range of products and services, which include process equipment and systems, moulded and fabricated components, screen media, and material handling hose.
Valve Release January 2010
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