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Platform for integrated digital mine management
IT in Manufacturing
Becker Mining launches platform for integrated digital mine management
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From the editor's desk: The joy of science
Technews Publishing (SA Instrumentation & Control), News
Scientific innovation is the basis of automation, and I always enjoy following the scientific Nobel prizes each year. I thought I had figured out how quantum computers work, but the physics prize this ...
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Setting new standards in dry-type transformer technology
Electrical Power & Protection
Dry-type transformer technology is gaining ground globally, and leading the charge in Africa is Trafo Power Solutions, in partnership with Italian manufacturer, TMC Transformers.
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Digital transformation in supply chain and logistics
IT in Manufacturing
The 2025 Supply Chain Management & Logistics Survey by ABI Research captures the perspectives of 490 decision makers across manufacturing, retail and logistics service sectors as digital transformation becomes critical.
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Generative AI and South Africa’s path to sustainable growth
IT in Manufacturing
The conversation about artificial intelligence has shifted in South Africa from curiosity to urgency. Generative AI has captured attention, not only for its potential to boost productivity but also for its role in addressing broader social and environmental priorities.
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The Konecranes portal, a benchmark in data supply
IT in Manufacturing
The newly launched Konecranes Portal takes online communications to the next level through its single point of access to its digital customer platforms.
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The reimagined building of today and tomorrow
Schneider Electric South Africa, IT in Manufacturing
Retrofitting a building is a truly practical way of achieving energy efficiency, compliance and long-term competitiveness.
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Weak human firewalls expose SA businesses to AI-driven cyberattacks
IT in Manufacturing
As South Africa’s digital economy matures, so too does its exposure to cyberthreats, and the country is now among the top 10 most targeted regions for cyberattacks globally.
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More sustainable tyres
Electrical Power & Protection
Continental is prioritising the use of renewable and recycled materials in its tyre production
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Case History 200: The final case history – desuperheater control problem.
Michael Brown Control Engineering, Editor's Choice, Fieldbus & Industrial Networking
For this final article I have chosen to relate a problem that existed in a desuperheater temperature control on a boiler in a petrochemical refinery.
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Industrial valve solutions
Bearing Man Group t/a BMG, Valves, Actuators & Pump Control
BMG’s Fluid Technology division supplies and supports an extensive range of components for fluid technology systems. These include valves, hydraulic hoses and fittings, accumulators, cylinders, heat exchangers, hydraulic motors and hydraulic plumbing, as well as pumps and reservoir accessories.
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Adjustable proximity sensor with five metre range
Sensors & Transducers
The Telco line of photo-electric eyes have the accuracy and reliability you need.
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SKF earns top CDP ratings, reinforcing climate leadership
SKF South Africa, News
SKF has been awarded an A score in the 2024 CDP Supplier Engagement Assessment, placing the company among the global leaders in supplier climate action and transparency.
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Level measurement of leachate from sewage sludge humification
KROHNE, Level Measurement & Control
A municipal utility in eastern Germany operates a state-of-the-art wastewater treatment plant with sustainable sludge treatment. The ultrasonic signal was being partially deflected by the wind, leading to frequent false measurements and inefficient process workflows. The problem was solved by replaced the ultrasonic level sensor with KROHNE’s OPTIWAVE 1540 non-contact radar.
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Flow measurement in mobile applications
ifm - South Africa, Flow Measurement & Control
The SU Puresonic Mobile ultrasonic sensor from ifm is characterised by its displayless design and high temperature resistance. It is ideal for mobile applications and processes with permanent media temperatures of up to 120°C.
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Electromagnetic flow measurement
Siemens South Africa, Flow Measurement & Control
The SITRANS FM electromagnetic flowmeters from Siemens deliver high-precision volume measurement of electrically conductive liquid applications – from water, wastewater and irrigation to hygienic processes and even mining slurries with magnetic particles.
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High-precision measurement of insulating gases
WIKA Instruments, Analytical Instrumentation & Environmental Monitoring
WIKA has launched the next generation of its GA11 gas analyser. It enables switchgear operators, manufacturers and maintenance companies to record the quality of SF6 gas and alternative insulating gases.
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Yaskawa Southern Africa launches laser welding cell
Yaskawa Southern Africa, Motion Control & Drives
Yaskawa Southern Africa has partnered with Industrial Manufacturing Systems South Africa to introduce the Megmeet laser welding cell, a breakthrough solution combining precision robotics with cutting-edge laser technology.
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