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Hydrostatic machine base for ultra-precision grinding centre
Hyprostatik Schönfeld has developed a high-precision hydrostatic machine base for a new ultra-precision grinding centre for Optotech. The machine platform enables a previously unattainable combination of dimensional accuracy, dynamics and surface quality in the ultra-precision grinding of optical surfaces.

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Hazardous area inspections
The i.safe MOBILE IS940.1 tablet from Extech delivers the performance of a modern Android device, but in a package designed from the ground up for hazardous areas.

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Legrand strengthens high-efficiency UPS offering
Legrand SA’s next-generation Keor DK single-phase uninterruptible power supply has been designed to deliver high levels of power continuity, efficiency and operational flexibility in technical and infrastructure installations where consistent power quality is essential.

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Latest articles

Next-level CAN Software enables easy access to CAN XL
Industrial Data Xchange (IDX), Fieldbus & Industrial Networking

With the release of its PCAN-Explorer 7, PEAK delivers a major update that adds full support for CAN XL, multiple symbol files per connection, Python scripting and flexible licensing including floating licenses.
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The bridge between traditional radio and mobile networks
Industrial Wireless

i.safe MOBILE has launched the IS380.1. This device seamlessly bridges the gap between conventional radio communication and modern mobile networks.
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Kollmorgen expands hazardous location portfolio with AKME servo motors
IS & Ex

With the most compact sizes, high power density, a wide range of mounting and encoder options, and ATEX and IECEx certifications, Kollmorgen’s new AKME servo motors deliver exceptional performance and versatility in hazLoc applications.
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Edge I/O NTS and the need for industrial speed
Schneider Electric South Africa, IT in Manufacturing

With data volumes growing exponentially, developers are now working hard to deliver technology that can keep up with the rapid pace of industry requirements. One of the most compelling solutions to emerge is Edge I/O Network Terminal Slice (NTS).
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Be part of the conversation driving industrial automation in Africa
RX Africa, News

Africa Automation Indaba 2026 brings together the engineers, technologists, policymakers and industry leaders shaping the next phase of industrial development across the continent.
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The Road to the Indaba: Dr Devon Hagedorn-Hansen on building Africa’s automation talent pipeline
RX Africa, News

In this edition of The Road to the Indaba editorial series, Dr Devon Hagedorn-Hansen, managing director at AMT3D will address one of the most critical enablers of sustainable industrial growth - building Africa’s automation talent pipeline.
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ABB’s new flagship DCS
ABB South Africa, PLCs, DCSs & Controllers

ABB has launched the latest version of its flagship distributed control system, to help industrial operators modernise without disruption and accelerate their path toward next generation automation.
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Short installation spaces and high requirements as drivers
Motion Control & Drives

Axial flow motors from WEBER-HYDRAULIK are characterised by a particularly compact, disc-shaped geometry. Yhey can be integrated in a space-saving manner, giving designers additional freedom in system integration, for example when the motor, mechanics and electronics need to be brought closer together.
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RS South Africa aligns with global shift towards sustainable packaging
RS South Africa, News

RS South Africa is aligning with a global drive to reduce plastic waste as part of the Plastic Out programme led by the RS Group. The initiative aims to reduce emissions, minimise waste, and transform packaging across its international operations and value chain.
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Seamless migration from ET 200M to ET 200SP HA for future-ready automation
System Integration & Control Systems Design

Project and industry: Moore Process Controls undertook a modernisation initiative spanning the mining, petrochemical, and oil & gas sectors. This project involved upgrading legacy Siemens ET200M I/O ...
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Earth leakage relay
Vepac Electronics, Electrical Power & Protection

The ELR01PN from Vepac measures highly sensitive currents of 0,06 mA to 1 A and continuously displays them via an LED bar indicator.
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Rugged notebook with unrivalled flexibility and performance for mobile industrial computing
Vepac Electronics, Industrial Computer Hardware

The 34 cm fully rugged notebook from Vepac with hot swappable twin batteries, detachable keyboard with optional backlit keys and highly configurable capabilities brings unrivalled flexibility and performance for mobile business computing.
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Range of CDUs to meet the rising demands of HPC and AI workloads
Schneider Electric South Africa, IT in Manufacturing

Motivair by Schneider Electric has introduced two new coolant distribution units that are engineered to meet the rising thermal demands of HPC and AI workloads.
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Kollmorgen advances linear motor safety and performance
Motion Control & Drives

Kollmorgen Corporation has released the next update for the SafeMotion Monitor (SMM) firmware, SMM 3.0. This upgrade expands functional safety support for linear motors and linear axes, helping machine builders implement functional safety in industrial applications that require safety.
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Coolant distribution unit for high-density data centres
Schneider Electric South Africa, IT in Manufacturing

Motivair by Schneider Electric has introduced a new, industry-leading 2,5 MW coolant distribution unit designed to cool high-density data centres reliably and at scale.
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Highly efficient current-regulated buck converter
Vepac Electronics, Electrical Power & Protection

AMI’s Model 789 OEM CW and pulsed laser diode driver is a highly efficient current-regulated buck converter that will provide a programmable current to a floating laser emitter diode load.
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OMRON simplifies safety verification for SA manufacturers
Omron Electronics, IT in Manufacturing

OMRON’s NX Safety platform, Online Safety Functional Test Verification is a feature built into the Sysmac Studio engineering environment. This intuitive tool allows safety verification to be carried out digitally, with step-by-step guidance and full traceability, all from a single workstation.
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Enhancing efficiency and reliability in the energy sector
VEGA Controls SA, Sensors & Transducers

VEGA offers practical, reliable solutions through specialised measuring instruments and deep industry know-how, all tailored to help energy companies keep costs under control while meeting strict regulatory standards.
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