NINE DOT SOLUTIONS
Engineering in Pretoria

We focus on bulk material handling, mechanical and structural analysis and design solutions. We have successfully completed both local and international projects. Typical activities include conceptual design, manufacturing data pack generation, mechanical and structural design audits, upgrades and refurbishments, and structural stress measurements. Our team of skilled engineers makes use of world class software. Aiding the mining industry in South Africa is an important aim. Nine Dot Solutions can provide valuable input and support regarding new machines and processes, as well as assisting with evaluations of existing assets, and their possible improvements. Manufacturing data pack compilation for mechanical and structural projects. All structures audited are subjected to a detailed Finite Element Analysis, supported by engineering calculations and actual stress measurements (by means of wireless strain technology). All this information is then compiled to ensure that all results are accurate thereby illustrating whether or not the structure meets international design standards. Nine Dot Solutions makes use of Strain Gauges to measure stresses on operational structures. Wireless strain guages allow us to apply the strain gauges on areas deemed critical. Structural members, shafts, ties, bogies and other static and moving components can be strain gauged. Strain gauge results are often used for Finite Element Analysis Verification. Together, these two make for a powerful analysis tool, rendering accurate analysis results. Nine Dot Solutions has undertaken many design projects of different sizes. These include mechanical and structural designs according to the client’s needs and specifications. The same expertise used in design audits and upgrades produces efficient designs. Nine Dot Solutions can inspect current bulk material components by means of Discreet Element Model Analysis (DEM). DEM software provides a visual representation of the flow through a component. This can be used to optimise a component and identify potential problems. Information and quotations are available upon request. Nine Dot Solutions is a professional engineering consulting company providing quality engineering designs, structural audits and bulk material flow analyses. We focus on mechanical and structural analysis and design solutions. Typical activities include conceptual design, design audits, upgrades and refurbishments.