Leading dewatering pump solutions provider, IPR (Integrated Pump Rental) is taking a significant step forward in its service offering following its acquisition by Atlas Copco's Specialty Rental Division. With this strategic move, IPR is poised to bring the same rapid-response service that its South African customers have come to rely on, to mining sectors across Southern Africa.

Mining operations across Southern Africa are often challenged by heavy rainfall, groundwater infiltration and operational water management issues. Efficient and reliable dewatering solutions are critical for minimising disruptions, safeguarding operational continuity and maximising productivity. IPR’s newly expanded footprint, supported by Atlas Copco’s vast resources and regional presence, ensures that mining clients in neighbouring countries will now have easier access to high quality pump rental services, faster response times and broader technical support.

Leveraging Atlas Copco’s Strengths

Atlas Copco's Specialty Rental Division is known globally for its comprehensive service offerings, providing critical equipment for various industries including mining. Through this acquisition, IPR is now able to leverage Atlas Copco's extensive regional footprint, advanced logistics and strong presence in Southern Africa’s mining hubs. This allows IPR to provide rapid service responses to customers in remote mining locations with greater efficiency.

Customers will benefit from faster access to dewatering pumps and solutions as the acquisition enhances IPR’s ability to deliver both diesel-driven surface and electric submersible pumps quickly across borders, minimising downtime for mines experiencing water management challenges.

Wider service coverage is now a given with Atlas Copco’s established operations and networks across Southern Africa. This will allow IPR to deliver its services to regions that were previously harder to reach, supporting mines from Angola and Zambia to Namibia and Mozambique.

IPR will also tap into Atlas Copco’s extensive engineering expertise, further enhancing the level of technical support available to customers across the region. This will ensure that customers receive not just the equipment, but also the best advice and after-sales support, helping mines optimise their water management and minimise operational risks.

In South Africa, IPR has built a solid reputation for providing rental solutions for short, medium and long-term dewatering needs. Its product range includes Atlas Copco diesel-driven pump sets as well as electric submersible pumps, Toyo heavy duty slurry pumps and SlurrySucker dredging units, which are critical for desilting operations in dams and reservoirs. By being under the Atlas Copco umbrella, IPR now extends this level of reliable tailored service to mining operations across the broader region.

"We are excited to bring our efficient dewatering solutions to more mining operations across Southern Africa," says Steve du Toit, Sales Manager at IPR. "By leveraging Atlas Copco’s well-established presence, we can ensure faster delivery, better service and superior support to our customers. This means minimised downtime and maximum productivity, wherever they are located."

As mining operations across Southern Africa continue to face unpredictable weather patterns and growing demands for operational efficiency, IPR’s expanded reach promises a significant improvement in the management of dewatering challenges. With the backing of Atlas Copco’s vast resources, the future looks bright for mines looking for dependable dewatering solutions delivered with speed and expertise.

The acquisition of IPR by Atlas Copco’s Specialty Rental Division is a win for the Southern African mining sector. With faster access to top-tier dewatering equipment and support, mines across the region can now expect the same level of service excellence that has defined IPR’s operations in South Africa. This expanded footprint and enhanced response capability underscore IPR’s commitment to providing timely, reliable dewatering solutions to mining operations, no matter how remote.