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Robust PLC for field applications
ifm is a leading suppliers of robust control systems for mobile use. Its ecomat series comprises PLCs, I/O modules and sensors that can withstand the harsh environmental influences of mobile applications.

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Windows tablets for hazardous areas
i.safe Mobile has expanded its intrinsically safe product range with the launch of the IS945.x series rugged Windows tablets, designed for use in hazardous and demanding industrial environments.

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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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SAIMC knowledge sharing event
SAIMC, SAIMC

SAIMC will host a technical knowledge-sharing session by Hendrik Spies from SICK Sensor Intelligence, who will share his insights into ‘From Condition Monitoring to Predictive Maintenance: The Digital Journey’.
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Filters for zero-alcohol wine
Analytical Instrumentation & Environmental Monitoring

The market for zero-alcohol wine is creating fresh opportunities for wine producers, but processing these products creates new contamination challenges. Technical support from an established filtration specialist, such as Parker, can help wineries in overcoming the challenges posed by the increased risk of contamination.
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Embracing digital precision in instrument manufacturing
SA Gauge, Pressure Measurement & Control

In modern instrumentation manufacturing, precision is no longer limited to measurement alone. One area undergoing notable change is the printing of instrument plates and branded components.
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Proconics Modernises Refinery Tank Automation with Compliance-Focused, Brownfield Upgrades
System Integration & Control Systems Design

Project & Industry Proconics was engaged to modernise automation and SCADA systems across a refinery tank farm. The project involved complex brownfield integration, aligning new automation with existing ...
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Bi-directional programmable power
Vepac Electronics, Electrical Power & Protection

The SM15K Series from Vepac offers programmable DC power supplies with high efficiency, stability and flexibility. Its constant power output significantly expands the voltage and current range compared to traditional power supplies.
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Rethinking power for Africa’s data centres
Schneider Electric South Africa, Electrical Power & Protection

There is a wave of new data centres across the continent, but too many of these facilities are still designed around the assumption that when the grid fails, diesel will save the day. This approach is no longer fit for purpose.
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Lowering a steam generator into a nuclear power plant
Motion Control & Drives

With different contractors working on the same site operating a wealth of machinery and equipment, effective planning and communication are critical to ensure a successful nuclear construction project.
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Lubrication-free belt hoist for clean lifting
Motion Control & Drives

The Konecranes belt hoist, specifically designed for applications within cleanroom environs, is lubrication-free with completely sealed pulley bearings that minimise the risk of cross-contamination.
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Synchronous transfer bypass is redefining medium-voltage motor control
Motion Control & Drives

A new medium-voltage motor control approach allows multiple high-power motors to be managed using a single medium-voltage variable speed drive.
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Iritron Achieves Level 1 B-BBEE Status
Iritron , News

Iritron has achieved Level 1 B-BBEE Contributor status, up from Level 2 previously. This prestigious verification underscores Iritron’s unwavering commitment to transformation, inclusivity and sustainable empowerment in South Africa.
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Hazardous area inspections
Extech Safety Systems, IS & Ex

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
Electrical Power & Protection

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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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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