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S & D Services We manufacture, repair, service & rebuild profile & plasma machines & consumables countrywide.

28/04/2026

Using the correct amperage, speed, and pierce height reduces stress on the system, improves cut quality, and extends the life of your equipment.

Skilled operators maximise machine capability, safety, and overall cutting efficiency. ...
21/04/2026

Skilled operators maximise machine capability, safety, and overall cutting efficiency.

Regular checks on rails, drives, cables, and torch assemblies ensure long-term accuracy and reliability. ...
17/04/2026

Regular checks on rails, drives, cables, and torch assemblies ensure long-term accuracy and reliability.

Controlled heat input and cooling cycles help prevent plate warping during long production runs. ...
13/04/2026

Controlled heat input and cooling cycles help prevent plate warping during long production runs.


10/04/2026

Proper Torch Height Control (THC) is the key to cleaner, more precise plasma cuts. When your standoff distance is optimized, you get:

✔️ Cleaner cuts with smoother edges
✔️ Less bevel for improved part accuracy
✔️ Longer consumable life
✔️ Reduced rework and downtime

Maintaining the correct arc voltage and torch height keeps your cut quality consistent and your operating costs down. Small adjustments make a big difference in performance.

Correct feed rates minimise dross formation and deliver smoother, more precise edges. ...
07/04/2026

Correct feed rates minimise dross formation and deliver smoother, more precise edges.

25/03/2026

Insufficient air pressure—commonly caused by compressors straining to process contaminated or dirty air—prevents adequate cooling at the tip. Without consistent, clean airflow to dissipate heat, temperatures rise rapidly, which accelerates wear and ultimately leads to burnt-out consumables.

For more tips or assistance feel free to give us a call on +27 16 362 0100 or email us at [email protected]

https://sdservices.co.za

A secure earth connection stabilises the plasma arc and improves cutting consistency across large workpieces. For more t...
24/03/2026

A secure earth connection stabilises the plasma arc and improves cutting consistency across large workpieces.

For more tips or assistance feel free to give us a call on +27 16 362 0100 or email us at [email protected]

https://sdservices.co.za

Correct feed rates minimise dross formation and deliver smoother, more precise edges. ...
20/03/2026

Correct feed rates minimise dross formation and deliver smoother, more precise edges.

Consistent torch standoff improves cut quality, reduces bevel, and protects consumables on large plates. ...
17/03/2026

Consistent torch standoff improves cut quality, reduces bevel, and protects consumables on large plates.

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Unit 2, 4 Hoy Street
Meyerton
1961

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Monday 08:00 - 04:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 04:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 04:30
Thursday 08:00 - 04:30
Friday 08:00 - 11:30

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