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Quick couplings to prevent leakage
Research and development in the quick coupling industry is advancing beyond functionality, and is focusing on manufacturing leak-free quick couplers which also minimise impact on the environment.

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SAFPA: It’s cool to be a 21st century artisan
At a recent SAFPA technical talk, Manie Scholtz from the EWC TVET College gave an interesting presentation on the government’s National Artisan and Apprenticeship Development Strategy for 2030.

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Automatic lubrication in industrial machinery
The SAL Elite single point lubricator is a reliable and efficient solution for automatic lubrication in industrial machinery. It is distributed by ISO-Reliability Partners, a leading provider of reliability and lubrication systems.

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Latest articles

SEW-EURODRIVE’s growing local range drives entry into new markets
SEW-EURODRIVE, News & events

SEW-EURODRIVE is rolling out an even greater selection of planetary drives as part of its strategy to ‘close the loop’ in its product offerings by expanding into more industry sectors, showcasing new opportunities for industrial gearbox users.
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Top 10 emerging technologies
Editor's Choice

The World Economic Forum (WEF) has identified ten technologies likely to make a significant positive impact in the next three to five years. These are detailed in the ‘Top 10 Emerging Technologies’ report, which explains each technology’s potential for addressing global challenges and the factors that will shape the future and revolutionise connectivity still further.
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Safe handling in all sectors
Bearing Man Group T/A BMG, Electrical switching & drive systems & components

BMG is committed to ensuring optimum safety standards in all sectors, and encourages and assists customers to adhere to stringent safety legislation during bulk handling. Tsubaki backstops and cam clutches, which have been developed and manufactured in Japan for high efficiency and optimum safety in high- or low-speed applications, meet the requirements of current legislation.
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Versatile lubricants for all applications
Other technologies

Good lubrication reduces friction, which in turn increases the lifespan of mechanical components. Commercial products that are used in intensive applications like wire ropes at mining and mining processing facilities are not always considered for other less intensive uses.
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MeerKAT radio telescope array
Editor's Choice, News & events

Leading consulting engineering and infrastructure advisory practice, Zutari is continuing its involvement with the world-leading MeerKAT radio telescope array, where it has played a leading role since the project first broke ground.
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Reshaping the future of air freight with Siemens software
Siemens South Africa, Electrical switching & drive systems & components

Aerospace company, Natilus has adopted the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software. The company is focused on transforming the world’s supply chain with its next-generation blended-wing body aircraft, and through its use of Siemens software it has reduced the development time to build its first prototype aircraft by 50%.
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Seamless compressed air supply
Pneumatic systems & components

The efficient performance of compressed air systems is the foundation for seamless production processes and sustainable business. The adoption of a comprehensive service plan delivered by an OEM like Atlas Copco is key to overall compressor performance, efficiency, reliability, and long lifecycle.
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From the editor's desk: The weakest link
Technews Publishing, News & events

Lately I’ve been getting an ever-increasing number of articles on cybersecurity in my inbox. It’s easy to put it on the backburner, but there is no doubt that this is a very serious problem that’s not ...
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Perfect balance for every race
Horne Technologies, Editor's Choice, Electrical switching & drive systems & components

It goes without saying that success in Formula 1 requires a top driver. However, their chance of achieving a place on the podium depends on the car, which in turn depends on three essential factors: engine, tyres and aerodynamics. To find the optimum balance, the racing teams test models of their bolides in the wind tunnel. At Sauber, the adjustable components are moved on the model and in the test chamber using FAULHABER motors.
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Navigating the cosmos with precision
SKF South Africa, Shaft power components

As the next-generation Very Large Array navigates towards its key science goals, SKF’s technology is playing a pivotal role in charting the stars. SKF is providing key components for the next-generation Very Large Array (ngVLA), a $2 billion telescope system that aims to peer deeper into the universe than ever before.
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Acoustic imaging detector for gas leaks and partial discharge
Artic Driers International, Hydraulic systems & components

The new SUTO iTEC S532 acoustic imaging detector provides an easy and effective way to locate pressurised air and gas leaks and partial discharge (PD) in industrial high-voltage environments.
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Parker join forces for FIA World Rallycross season
Parker Hannifin - Sales Company South Africa, News & events

Parker Hannifin and the CE Dealer Team by Volvo Construction Equipment will join forces once again for the FIA World Rallycross 2024 season, marking two years of partnership dedicated to advancing electrification on and off the racing track.
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Compressed air drying and monitoring with low dewpoints
Artic Driers International, Pneumatic systems & components

Artic Driers manufacturers the Sahara low dewpoint, heatless pressure swing air dryers with SANS 347 pressure code. These desiccant-rich pressure dryers comfortably obtain pressure dewpoints of -40°C.
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Bosch Rexroth Africa strengthens its offering
Hydraulic systems & components

Hydraulic and Automation Warehouse (HAW), a Bosch Rexroth Africa group company, has incorporated Power Team SA’s SPXFLOW and Bolting Systems into its offering.
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Axiom ups its game
Axiom Hydraulics, Editor's Choice, Hydraulic systems & components

In today’s competitive market, manufacturers of hydraulic components are constantly challenged to find better, faster and cheaper ways of producing parts. Axiom Hydraulics has met the challenge, and can now deliver a product with superior performance and significant cost savings for its customers.
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Bending the law of size, power and speed
Hagglunds Drives SA, Hydraulic systems & components

The Hägglunds Quantum hydraulic motor range exceeds previous performance limits in torque, speed and efficiency. Hägglunds Quantum is the new name for the Hägglunds CB range, and these direct drives can be used in heavy-duty and mobile applications.
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More movement on the market
Electrical switching & drive systems & components

If you want to move something, you have to be able to control the movement. When positioning in the nanometre range everything matters and requires high performance motion control. Six years ago, Aerotech therefore set itself the goal of revolutionising the market for precision motion and machine control systems.
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Tyre-actuated globe valve
Parker Hannifin - Sales Company South Africa, Pneumatic systems & components

Parker Hannifin has launched a tyre-actuated pneumatic valve in its Bestobell cryogenic globe valve range. The valve can be operated remotely with a single switch command, providing much greater speed and convenience than a manually operated type.
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