More movement on the market April 2024 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.
Highly customisable robotic hand April 2024 NSK and the German Aerospace Centre are developing a robotic hand system that will help automate manual tasks. The concept centres on a customisable robot hand comprising individually configurable finger modules, an industry first.
Electrically-operated diaphragm pumping solutions April 2024, Bearing Man Group t/a BMG BMG has extended its range of Ingersoll Rand ARO fluid handling products to include the new EVO series electric diaphragm pumps, designed to enhance energy efficiency and improve fluid handling productivity.
Surface drill rigs for Navachab in Namibia April 2024 Epiroc South Africa recently delivered five of six FlexiROC drilling machines to key customer, Navachab Gold Mine.
Grease degradation diagnosis technology April 2024 NSK is developing a world-first: a high-accuracy way of rapidly and accurately diagnosing the remaining life of lubricant grease. The company will provide the solution as a mobile app, enabling users to perform the onsite analysis of lubricant condition in bearings and linear motion systems.
New compact VFDs with higher power ratings April 2024 Invertek Drives has revealed the extension of its industry-leading Optidrive Coolvert variable frequency drive with the launch of two new compact frame sizes with higher power ratings.
Revolutionising manufacturing: the impact of machine learning in robotics April 2024 The integration of machine learning (ML) into robotics has the potential to revolutionise many industries, in particular the manufacturing sector. Yaskawa South Africa is at the forefront of embracing this transformative technology to optimise innovation and propel the manufacturing industry forward.
Chain hoist friction clutch tester April 2024, WIKA Instruments WIKA’s FRKPS chain hoist test set is a reliable and efficient way to test the friction clutch on your chain hoist.
Why artificial intelligence matters in robotic technology March 2024 Andrew Crackett, managing director of Yaskawa Southern Africa, gives his insight into the role of AI in robotics technology, with its advantages and challenges, and makes predictions for the future.
Automating precision tasks March 2024, igus A new low-cost modular robotics kit from motion plastics manufacturer, igus, makes automation extremely easy and affordable for manufacturing companies in South Africa.
Ball screws for electric injection moulding machines March 2024 NSK is introducing an advanced high-speed, heat-resistant version of its ball screws for high-load drive applications. This innovative new product is ideal for electric injection moulding machines tasked with manufacturing high-cycle, thin-wall products in short cycle times.
The world’s greatest model railway March 2024, Horne Technologies Located in Hamburg’s traditional warehouse district, Speicherstadt features the largest model railway in the world, and is one of the most exciting tourist attractions in Germany.
High strength bolting solutions March 2024, Bearing Man Group t/a BMG BMG’s Nord-Lock Expander System pivot pin components offer dependable solutions that combat the challenges of lug wear in the marine and shipping sector.
Ocean-floor seismometer March 2024, Horne Technologies Geophysicists depend on seismometers to monitor earthquakes generated by the motion of tectonic plates. In order to function, the instruments need to be levelled prior to operation. To achieve this, Canadian seismic specialist, Nanometrics combines sophisticated gimbals and microprocessors with ultra-reliable, efficient stepper motors from Faulhaber.
Power transmission solutions for tough industries March 2024, Bearing Man Group t/a BMG BMG’s Regal Rexnord Falk product range, which encompasses industrial gear units, low-speed backstops, couplings, bearings, and chain conveying solutions, is designed to minimise ownership costs and maximise the productivity of capital equipment investments.
New powerful servo drives for precision applications March 2024 Motion control specialist, Aerotech is launching two new digital PWM drives. The slimline single and multi-axis servo motor drives are designed for use with Aerotech’s Automation1 platform, and offer a lower price compared to Aerotech’s higher performance drives.
Complete solutions from mining to milling March 2024 Acting as a regional hub for value-added solutions and aftersales service across sub-Saharan Africa, Bühler Johannesburg celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2022. The company offers sales and service, project execution, manufacturing and logistics. Its main focus is chain conveyors designed for grain collection points, grain terminals, and processing plants.
It’s all in the bearings March 2024, Bearing Man Group t/a BMG Bearings are key components for the efficient and reliable operation of any equipment that involves rotating shafts or accurate movement. BMG Bearings Division offers a comprehensive range of bearings throughout southern Africa, including ball, roller, and linear bearings.
