Davis & Shirtliff has partnered with Flowserve Corporation, a global leader in flow control products and services, to enhance access to high-quality, affordable industrial pumps and seals across East and Central Africa.
This collaboration enables Davis & Shirtliff to expand its industrial portfolio with Flowserve’s premium products, while Flowserve, a New York Stock Exchange-listed company, strengthens its presence in the region by leveraging Davis & Shirtliff’s established market reach.
Through this partnership, Davis & Shirtliff now offers an extended range of Flowserve products, including high-performance Mark3 DURCO chemical pumps, ZLINE, Innomag, ISOMAG, vacuum pumps, and multi-stage pumps. The lineup also includes advanced mechanical seal solutions such as KeyPS, ISC2, slurry seals, mixer seals, bearing guards, and related accessories.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with Flowserve to provide industrial companies in the region with high-quality, durable pump and seal solutions. These innovative technologies not only enhance energy efficiency within existing infrastructures but also strengthen industrial resilience and sustainability,” said Patrick Mufwoya, Managing Director of Davis & Shirtliff Uganda.
By combining Flowserve’s cutting-edge fluid motion and control solutions with Davis & Shirtliff’s market expertise, the partnership will support industrial companies in optimizing their pumping systems for improved flow and efficiency. This translates into significant energy savings and a reduced environmental footprint.
“D&S is excited to help industrial customers comply with emerging legal obligations related to climate change,” Mufwoya added.
As part of its commitment to enhancing industrial efficiency, Flowserve offers RedRaven, an IoT-enabled predictive maintenance solution. This technology allows businesses to digitize their energy-producing assets and industrial processes, providing real-time monitoring, analysis, and predictive insights. By equipping plant operators with data-driven intelligence, RedRaven helps prevent equipment failures, reduce downtime, and avoid costly repairs—ensuring more efficient and sustainable operations.
“We work closely with our customers to identify opportunities for process improvements through tailored flow solutions and technical expertise. This enables them to reduce energy consumption, lower carbon emissions, and adopt more sustainable operational practices,” said Mbugua.
This partnership will benefit a wide range of industries, including chemical, petrochemical, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, mining, and general industrial sectors, by providing access to Flowserve’s high-quality, durable solutions.
Additionally, Davis & Shirtliff will gain access to Flowserve’s industry-leading expertise, helping industrial plants reduce their total cost of ownership, enhance safety, and optimize water consumption.
“Addressing the energy transition is central to Flowserve’s strategy. Our approach defines how we support customers, expand our offerings, and innovate to meet global challenges,” said Scott Rowe, President and CEO of Flowserve.
“We are committed to improving equipment and system efficiency, minimizing fugitive emissions, conserving water, and reducing waste both in our operations and those of our customers. We also support traditional markets like oil and gas in optimizing their processes while assisting emerging industries in diversifying, decarbonizing, and digitizing toward low-carbon energy sources.”
East Africa’s industrial sector contributes 8.9% to the region’s GDP and holds immense potential to drive economic growth, job creation, and sectoral development. According to the 2024 Uganda Economic Survey, the industrial sector grew by 5.8% in 2023, up from 3.5% in 2022, highlighting its expanding role in the region’s economic landscape.
