International news digest
Third Quarter 2007
News & events
Siemens VDO Automotive has signed an agreement to acquire Ballard Power Systems' Electric Drive business located in Dearborn, Michigan, USA. Ballard Power Systems develops and manufactures electric drive technology for fuel cell vehicles. Pending final approvals, the acquisition is projected to be completed in early 2007 and will include Ballard Power Systems' research, development and manufacturing operation in Dearborn, impacting approximately 80 highly specialised personnel.
Sun Hydraulics Corporation has reported a 2007 Q1 sales increase of 20% and earnings per share up by 39%. Allen Carlson, Sun's president and CEO recently reported that while all business segments grew significantly, the European and Asian sales were especially strong. He emphasised the belief that the company’s growth is being fuelled by attending to basics: having the right products for the marketplace, providing detailed product information on demand, and delivering products when and where the customer wants.
Sun Hydraulics Corporation’s board of directors has appointed a new chairman, announced a 50% stock dividend and increased the company's cash dividend. Ferdinand E. Megerlin was appointed chairman.
USA: The National Robot Safety Conference XIX takes place 1–4 October, 2007 at the Indianapolis Marriott Center East, Indianapolis. Conference topics include an OSHA view on safety, basic safety circuit design, R15.06 and TR R15.106 safety standards, risk assessment, case studies and panel sessions.
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New digital tool reconditioning portal puts customers fully in control
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Sandvik Coromant has upgraded its tool reconditioning service for solid round tools. The upgraded service replaces a previously manual, multi-stage workflow with a streamlined, fully online experience that dramatically reduces quotation and turnaround times.
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New automation innovations on show at Electra Mining Africa 2026
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South African engineers are leaders in innovation and technology development. Many of these innovations and newly automated systems will be on display at the largest trade show of its kind in southern Africa, Electra Mining Africa 2026, taking place in Johannesburg later this year.
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From a technological revolution to a global standard.
Beckhoff Automation
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When Beckhoff elevated the industrial computer to the status of a central control system four decades ago, a paradigm shift occurred.
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Investment in training is key for the lubrication industry
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Lubrication management has grown more sophisticated in recent years, yet equipment failure rates linked to lubrication problems remain stubbornly high. The reason for this is that technology can only go so far without the people behind it being properly trained.
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Elevating artisanal skills is key to revitalising South Africa’s economy
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We need to challenge the stigma attached to artisanal and technical careers, and we also need a mindset shift supported by the schooling system so that young people understand future career pathways, choose subjects accordingly, and recognise that artisanal and technical skills carry equal value in a modern economy.
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From the editor's desk: A tool not a crutch
Technews Publishing
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Every year, the dictionaries try to summarise a year of human behaviour with a single word, the word of the year. You can question the value of this, but it’s quite entertaining. Words are important,
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Experience ICRA 2026 right here in Gqeberha, South Africa
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The IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) is the largest robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, and manufacturing conference in the world. You can experience the premier keynote and plenary presentations in Gqeberha.
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Woman of Stature Awards South Africa
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In a powerful recognition of excellence in a traditionally male-dominated industry, Thabisile Phumo won the Woman in Mining and Engineering award at the 2026 Woman of Stature Awards South Africa.
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Electra Mining Africa 2026
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Electra Mining Africa will take place at Nasrec, Johannesburg from 7 to 11 September 2026.
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Toolbox on the Move brings critical components and support right to your door
Bearing Man Group T/A BMG
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BMG has expanded its service to businesses operating in remote areas in the Eastern Cape with the launch of a new mobile sales and support initiative.
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