FAQ

The evidence suggests that Wada Mining is an industrial specialist, focusing exclusively on heavy-duty, medium-duty, and vertical slurry pumps for the mining and mineral processing sectors. While customers may encounter search results for “Wasa Pumps” or other entities providing solar borehole or residential booster pumps, Wada Mining (the entity associated with the Boksburg and Steelpoort branches) does not manufacture these consumer-level products. Their expertise lies in high-volume, abrasive-resistant industrial systems designed for extreme environments.

Wada Mining has positioned itself as a major manufacturer of ideal alternative solutions for the global mining industry. Their aftermarket spares—including impellers, liners, seals, and bushes—are engineered to be fully interchangeable with major slurry pump OEM brands. This compatibility allows mining houses to diversify their supply chain and reduce procurement costs without needing to replace their existing pump casings or motor configurations.

The company provides an array of material options, including 27% high-chrome alloy, R55 rubber compounds, polyurethane, and ceramic wear parts. Selection is based on the application’s specific requirements: metal parts are generally preferred for large, sharp particles that might damage rubber, while rubber is ideal for fine, abrasive particles and corrosive chemical environments. Wada’s system design service assists in making these material selections to ensure the longest possible wear life.

The consignment stock program allows a mine to have critical parts on hand without the immediate capital outlay typically required for bulk purchasing. Because the user only pays for the parts when they are removed from stock and used in a pump, it preserves cash flow while eliminating the lead times associated with shipping parts from Boksburg or Steelpoort. This is a “risk-free” way to ensure that critical spares are always available to prevent production stoppages.

The cantilever shaft design is a hallmark of the WV and WD-TV vertical pumps. Its primary advantage is the elimination of submerged bearings, which are the most frequent point of failure in sump pumps due to the constant threat of slurry ingress into the bearing housing. By keeping the bearings above the fluid level and utilizing a robust shaft that does not require bottom support, the pump’s reliability and ease of maintenance are significantly enhanced.

Yes, the company offers a comprehensive plant slurry pump commission service. This includes mechanical alignment, flushing of the system to remove construction debris, and a supervised start-up sequence where vibration and power readings are documented for future performance benchmarking. This professional oversight ensures that the pump is installed according to engineering standards, which is a prerequisite for most warranty claims and operational safety protocols.

All manufactured products supplied by Wada Mining come with a product warranty. Specifically, the company offers a 12-month warranty against faulty workmanship. This warranty reflects the company’s confidence in its manufacturing processes, which include material specification checks during casting and final dimensional tolerance inspections.

Quality control is integrated into every stage of the production process at Wada’s five foundries and three rubber plants. The engineering team utilizes accurate drawings and correct manufacturing molds, followed by material checks during the casting process. Prior to vulcanization or polyurethane casting, all inserts and frames are inspected. The final products undergo hardness tests and dimensional fit inspections to ensure they meet the rigorous demands of industrial mining.

Wada Mining South Africa (Pty) Ltd is a B-BBEE Level 2 certified company. For South African mining operations, procuring equipment from a Level 2 supplier is essential for achieving the required points on their own B-BBEE scorecards and for complying with the social and economic development requirements of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (MPRDA).

Wada Mining provides comprehensive strip-and-quote repair and reconditioning services. Their facility in Boksburg is equipped to handle the refurbishment of slurry pumps, and because their components are compatible with major OEM brands, they can often rebuild a competitor’s pump using Wada’s high-quality, cost-effective spares to reduce the client’s future maintenance costs.