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Sustainability is transforming fluid power
Technews Publishing, Electrical switching & drive systems & components
Sustainability is reshaping the future of fluid power. With the growing demand for cleaner, more efficient technologies and tightening global regulations, fluid power systems are being re-engineered for higher efficiency, lower emissions and reduced material usage.
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Achieving clean and dry compressed air for faultless operation
Artic Driers International, Pneumatic systems & components
Compressed air is an expensive source of motive power so it makes good sense to supply clean, dry compressed air to your distribution system.
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Robotic filling systems for the pharmaceutical industry
Horne Technologies, Other technologies
Pharma Integration, a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer, aims to replace traditional mechanical filling lines with compact, fully automated systems that are 100% robot-driven using machines known as Azzurra. Their integrated Faulhaber drives play a crucial role in the fill-finish process, ensuring the highest precision and safety across multiple production steps.
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Strain wave gearheads for precision and compact design
DNH Technologies, Electrical switching & drive systems & components
Strain wave gearheads from maxon are a specialised type of gearhead where precision and compact design are crucial.
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Customised electromechanical systems for Africa’s toughest industrial environments
Electrical switching & drive systems & components
Hexagon Electrical, a South African-based manufacturer of specialised electromechanical equipment, is reinforcing its position as a leading custom solutions provider to the mining, utilities, industrial and renewable energy sectors.
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A technological leap with the proportional valve terminal
Festo South Africa, Editor's Choice
Festo continually makes bold technological leaps to keep pace with global advancements. Controlled Pneumatics is redefining the boundaries of compressed air technology to meet the demands of today’s most advanced applications.
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World’s hottest engine
Editor's Choice, Electrical switching & drive systems & components
Scientists have built the world’s smallest engine. It’s also the world’s hottest. It could provide an unparalleled understanding of the laws of thermodynamics on a small scale, and provide the foundation for a new, efficient way to compute how proteins fold.
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Axial piston pump series for next-gen hydraulic applications
Electrical switching & drive systems & components
Moog has launched its new AXP Axial Piston Pump Series, a next-generation hydraulic solution engineered to deliver optimal performance, reliability and cost efficiency for industrial applications.
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The critical role of check valves
Parker Hannifin - Sales Company South Africa, Shaft power components
In fluid power systems, the performance and reliability of the entire operation often hinge on components that are small in size but significant in function. Among these, the check valve stands out as a fundamental yet frequently overlooked element.
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Academy pumps out the next generation of experts
News & events
KSB Pumps and Valves has invested in a specialised training centre designed to equip internal and branch staff and certified partners with in-depth knowledge of KSB products and systems.
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A turnkey drive solution to guarantee performance and reduce lead times
SEW-EURODRIVE, Electrical switching & drive systems & components
[Sponsored] The introduction of SEW-EURODRIVE’s TrueDNA package responds directly to challenges faced by industry when mixing components from multiple suppliers in a drive solution.
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It’s full steam ahead for SKF’s sustainable leak detection solution
SKF South Africa, Pneumatic systems & components
One of SKF’s key customers based in Cape Town, which depends on steam systems for its production processes, was facing costly challenges related to high energy consumption and excessive maintenance hours. SKF recommended the TKSU 10 ultrasonic leak detector as a more streamlined, user-friendly alternative.
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New torque sensors for fastening applications
Electrical switching & drive systems & components
Sensor Technology, a global leader in innovative torque and load measurement solutions, has launched its latest advancement in torque sensing technology.
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Electric chain hoist where advanced features are standard
Other technologies
Konecranes has launched the new Konecranes D-Series electric chain hoist, designed to meet the demands of industries that require high-performance lifting equipment.
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A guide for compressed air dryer selection
Artic Driers International, Pneumatic systems & components
Clean and dry compressed air is essential in today’s modern operating environment. Without an air dryer and filter bank in line, the downtime created by condensate can be substantial. However, there are issues about air dryer selection and the impact of geographic location that need careful consideration prior to placing an order.
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Miniature position sensor for precision motion control applications
Electrical switching & drive systems & components
The ILPS-13Z Series miniature linear variable inductive transducer position sensor is designed to deliver exceptional performance and reliability for a wide range of industrial and laboratory applications, including automotive R&D, motorsports, motion control, medical, military and aerospace.
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Heavy-duty V-belts for aggressive conditions
Bearing Man Group T/A BMG, Shaft power components
BMG’s specialised Gates belting range includes Predator V-belts, engineered for optimal performance in Africa’s harshest conditions.
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Planetary gear units for high torque requirements
SEW-EURODRIVE, Editor's Choice, Electrical switching & drive systems & components
[Sponsored]Packing a compact design, along with high torque and low-speed outputs, the new SEW PPK and SEW P2.e planetary gear units from SEW-EURODRIVE offer new capabilities in continuous heavy-duty applications where space is at a premium.
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