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Creating a vacuum without compressed air
Tectra Automation, Pneumatic systems & components
The ECBP electrical vacuum generator from Schmalz is ideal for handling airtight and slightly porous workpieces. |
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Ultrasonic compressed air leak detection
Artic Driers International , Pneumatic systems & components
Artic Driers International offers a wide range of ultrasonic leak detection equipment, and can also hire out technicians by the day to evaluate a system’s air losses and calculate the cost to company. |
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Paramount launches Parabotics competition
News & events
The Parabotics competition will enable young learners to be educated and trained on how to build and program world-class, desktop-scale robots, while being encouraged to pursue tertiary education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). |
Training offered by SAFPA member companies
SA Fluid Power Association (SAFPA), SAFPA
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Hytec sponsors container library for Mandela Libraries Project
Hytec (Afripower), News & events
Hytec has partnered with the Mandela Libraries Project for the fifth time, to supply a fully-stocked and containerised library for the Papong Primary School in the Limpopo Province. |
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Motor control and protection products
Magnet Group, Other technologies
Magnet’s portfolio of space saving Eaton motor control and protection devices offers motor starting and protection solutions in diverse industries, including mining, oil and gas, pulp and paper, OEMs, the automotive sector and in general utilities. |
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Revolutionary modular rope hoist
Other technologies
Demag’s modular rope hoist offers many options, such as five different sizes with load capacities of up to 50 tons, a choice of motors, a foot-mounted hoist, low headroom travelling hoist, double-rail crab, a standard headroom travelling hoist, as well as a smart SafeControl system. |
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Approach and planning for effective maintenance
Other technologies
Marthinusen & Coutts promotes continuous improvement through engaging with its customers. |
Festo celebrates 45 years in South Africa
Festo, News & events
In celebration of 45 years of successful growth and development in this country, managing director of Festo South Africa, Brett Wallace paints a picture of the company’s rich history, global heritage and ongoing pursuit of new improved automation solutions for Africa. |
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Retrospective digitalisation
Other technologies
Nick Boughton, digital lead at systems integrator, Boulting Technology explains how plants with legacy equipment can retrospectively upgrade their facility to a smart factory. |
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WEG motor scan set to change industry
Zest WEG Group Africa, Electrical switching & drive systems & components
WEG Motor Scan is a brand new solution available from Zest WEG Group that facilitates remote monitoring of electric motor installations. |
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Desiccant breathers
Bearing Man Group t/a BMG, Hydraulic systems & components
BMG’s fluid technology services include solutions for hydraulics and pneumatics, lubrication, filtration systems, hydraulic hose and fittings, as well as instrumentation, pumps and valves. “The range ... |
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Springbot team excels in Global Robotics Olympics
News & events
A team of learners from Tshwane was placed sixth out of 180 teams from around the world participating in the annual FIRST Global Challenge Robotics Olympics in Mexico City. |
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New app for drive systems
Siemens Digital Factory & Process Ind. & Drives, Electrical switching & drive systems & components
Analyze MyDrives and Manage MyMachines/Remote are special MindApps designed specifically for MindSphere, the open IoT operating system from Siemens, which allow users to utilise the benefits of cloud-based services and create added value with machine operation. |
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Automation components from Metal Work Pneumatic
Metal Work Pneumatic South Africa, News & events
Providing a range of pneumatic and electric actuators, control components, air preparation equipment, fittings, tubing and various other accessories, together with several bespoke products, the organisation focuses on a number of strategic business practices that include lean thinking and a culture of continuous improvement. |
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Taking hydraulics to a new level
Parker Hannifin - Sales Company South Africa, This Week's Editor's Pick, Other technologies
The recent introduction of versatile digital ecosystems connecting electronic control hardware and software to the cloud will be a game changer for mobile hydraulic machinery and equipment manufacturers. |
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SEW order for West African mine
SEW-Eurodrive, Electrical switching & drive systems & components
SEW-Eurodrive has clinched a major order for five M-Series industrial gear units for a mining operation in West Africa. |
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