In recent years, the global spotlight has shifted towards sustainability as industries worldwide seek to address environmental concerns and foster eco-friendly practices. Among these industries, the chemical sector plays a pivotal role in the pursuit of a more sustainable future. In this comprehensive overview, we delve into the significance of sustainability in the chemical industry, […]
March 06, 2024
One acronym, two very different risk profiles choose wisely or pay for it in downtime, audits, and recalls. Why the choice of CIP chemicals is different in South Africas food vs pharma plants South African manufacturers often treat CIP as a universal discipline. It isnt. Clean-in-place in a dairy or brewery is designed to […]
February 28, 2025
Rust isnt just cosmeticits a reliability, safety and cost problem that compounds quietly until it shuts a line, stalls a shutdown, or compromises a client delivery. Why rust removal matters in South Africas heavy-industry economy South Africas industrial backbonefrom fabrication shops in Ekurhuleni and Durbans ship repair yards to mining concentrators in Rustenburg and Saldanhas […]
February 26, 2025
How to Clean Aluminium and Stainless Steel Surfaces Safely In the engineering and manufacturing sectors, proper metal cleaning is not just about aestheticsit’s crucial for operational efficiency, product quality, and equipment longevity. When it comes to degreasing aluminium versus stainless steel, using the wrong chemical solution can lead to costly damage, production delays, and even […]
February 24, 2025
The line between a quick clean and costly corrosion is often just a few pH points. Why this story matters to South African engineering South African plants live with unforgiving realities: abrasive dust, sticky oils, power-supply interruptions, and production schedules that dont budge. In this mix, why pH matters in metal cleaning is not chemistry […]
February 21, 2025
When a single relay stalls a production line, minutes cost millionsheres how South African plants clean electrical systems safely, fast, and without collateral damage. Why this topic matters now South Africas automotive sector runs on tight takt times and razor-thin margins. In a typical body shop or trim line, a film of oil mist, carbon […]
February 19, 2025
The difference between a coating that lasts and one that fails is almost always the prep. Why surface prep matters now Hot-dip galvanising underpins South Africas heavy engineering economy from transmission towers and minesite infrastructure to coastal handrails and plant steelwork. Yet the strongest process step isnt the zinc bath; its everything that happens […]
February 17, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Cape Town, South Africa May 15, 2024 Orlichem (Pty) Ltd, a prominent provider of chemical cleaning solutions, has been awarded a substantial three-year tender from Mediclinic Southern Africa. This contract, encompassing 19 Mediclinic hospitals in the Western Cape Inland, Gauteng Northern Region and Coastal areas, demonstrates Orlichem’s expertise in providing […]
May 15, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Cape Town, South Africa – 26 March 2024 Orlichem is proud to announce a remarkable milestone achieved within its team. Chantelle Daras and Gareth De Bruyn, integral members of the Orlichem family, have recently secured their HACCP certification, marking a significant enhancement in our product safety and quality assurance processes. A […]
March 26, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Cape Town, South Africa 15 March 2024 – Orlichem, a leading chemical solutions provider, is excited to announce its recent sponsorship of the Club Mykonos Resort – Langebaan Annual Charity Golf Day. The prestigious event, held on March 14, 2024, at Langebaan Country Estate, was organized to raise critical funds for […]
March 15, 2024
In recent years, the global spotlight has shifted towards sustainability as industries worldwide seek to address environmental concerns and foster eco-friendly practices. Among these industries, the chemical sector plays a pivotal role in the pursuit of a more sustainable future. In this comprehensive overview, we delve into the significance of sustainability in the chemical industry, […]
March 06, 2024
The chemistry behind clean machines and the uptime, quality and safety gains it delivers. Why this matters for South African manufacturers Across SAs factories from Gauteng fabrication shops to coastal food and beverage plants clean equipment is a quality, safety, and throughput issue. Residues raise defect rates, foul sensors, compromise heat transfer, […]
February 28, 2024
In an ever-evolving world that increasingly values sustainability, industries are under growing pressure to adapt and innovate, ensuring they contribute to a greener future.
February 14, 2024
