Linear motion with low mass and top speed 1st Quarter 2013, Tectra Automation Feed units in machine tools, assembly lines and handling applications often have to be plunged deeply and quickly into large workspaces. Given the ever faster cycle times of production machines, this ...
Food for thought 1st Quarter 2013, SKF South Africa When a leading South African health food distributor experienced frequent break-downs on its potato peelers due to bearing contamination, SKF’s authorised distribution partner, Bearing Services Alrode, ...
BirCraft has the solution 1st Quarter 2013, BirCraft Geared Motors-Linear Actuators-Controls BirCraft has over 30 years experience in the supply of AC and DC electric motors, gear motors, linear actuators and electro-mechanical power transmission and controls to all facets of the African industry. ...
Wedge belt pulleys for critical process equipment 1st Quarter 2013, SKF South Africa One of SKF’s leading customers in the South African mining and minerals industry required special large size, multi-groove wedge belt pulleys for use on various floatation cell drive mechanisms.
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Metal-seated ball valves for demanding applications 1st Quarter 2013 PBM has just released a line of metal-seated ball valves in split body ANSI Class 150 and 300, along with 3-piece 2-way, flush tank, and 3-way diverter configurations. The company is stocking chrome-carbide ...
Zip chain actuators 1st Quarter 2013, Bearing Man Group T/A BMG BMG has extended its range of mechanical power cylinders to include the eco-friendly Tsubaki zip chain actuators, which utilise the world’s first zip chain. “These compact linear actuators, which have ...
Size matters - and so does service 4th Quarter 2012, SEW-EURODRIVE SEW-Eurodrive produces the robust X Series industrial gear units on an independent platform.
Rexroth drives perform in London 4th Quarter 2012, Hytec Fluid Technology It is Rexroth drives that keep the giant ferris wheel of the London Eye turning, that actuate the opening mechanism for Tower Bridge and that raise the gates of the Thames Barrier, which protects the city against storm and spring floods from the North Sea.
Integrated inverters for yaw control 4th Quarter 2012, Bonfiglioli Bonfiglioli offers a complete yaw control solution based on the integration of mechanical, electrical and electronic control sub-systems in a single mechatronic unit.
BMG introduces new electric motor 4th Quarter 2012 BMG Drives has extended its range of electric motors with the introduction of its new Motoline Synergy IE2 series, which incorporates high level specifications and features.
Cummins displays its defence capabilities 4th Quarter 2012 Guests at the 2012 Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) Expo were introduced to the benefits of a range of advanced military grade engines that were displayed by the South African division of Cummins.
From the president's desk 4th Quarter 2012, SA Fluid Power Association (SAFPA) With our recent push for membership, accompanied by an industry specific questionnaire, a lot of insight has been gained.
Schneider Electric drives meet industry standards 3rd Quarter 2012, Schneider Electric South Africa Both the Altivar 61 and 71 Plus solutions combine exceptional performance with simplicity of use.
New technology for reconfigurable assembly systems 3rd Quarter 2012, Tectra Automation Tectra Automation, has joined forces with the Mechatronics, Automation and Design Research Group (MADRG) of Stellenbosch University’s Department of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering to conduct research into reconfigurable assembly systems (RAS).
New Invicta vibrator motors 3rd Quarter 2012, Zest WEG Group Africa The recently introduced Invicta 8-bolt BL78 frame is one of many innovations developed in response to local market demand for vibrator motors.
Parker Hannifin's authorised partners 3rd Quarter 2012, Parker Hannifin - Sales Company South Africa Parker Hannifin’s Modderfontein-based authorised distributor, Sisonke Hydraulics, has achieved Authorised Repair Centre (ARC) status for sub-Saharan Africa for the Denison and Goldcup ranges of pumps and motors.
BMG distributes Loctite sealants 3rd Quarter 2012, Bearing Man Group T/A BMG BMG has been appointed distributor in southern Africa for the comprehensive range of Loctite branded sealants and adhesives.
Toyota and SKF - a winning partnership 3rd Quarter 2012, SKF South Africa The SKF name has become synonymous with motorsport through sponsorship that involves products, technical advice and specialised service, and the company is now a proud sponsor of Toyota Motorsport.
