SA Instrumentation & Control Magazine


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Multicolour strip lights with superior environmental resistance
Turck Banner’s industrial LED lighting products are high-quality and energy-efficient lights that provide years of maintenance-free operation, with no bulb or ballast changes required throughout the lifespan of the device.

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RS South Africa showcases test and measurement solutions
RS South Africa recently exhibited at the MTE Moab Khotsong 2024 mining and technical exhibition in the Free State.

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Smart alternative for float switches
With the LI level sensor, you can reliably detect leakages and point levels on a permanent basis. The capacitive measuring system has no moving parts. Malfunction or maintenance issues due to deposits on the mechanical parts are therefore eliminated.

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Latest articles

Moog takes a leadership position in lunar exploration
News

NASA is planning for a sustained human presence on the Moon, and resources such as water could eventually be harnessed from the lunar surface instead of being transported from Earth, and it has turned to industry to find ways to excavate and transport that icy regolith.
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Faster access to device data
EPLAN Software, IT in Manufacturing

Eplan eStock gives companies access to centralised device management in the Eplan Cloud, simplifying collaboration, and reducing coordination times and media discontinuities.
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Cloud-based inventory management software
Endress+Hauser South Africa, Level Measurement & Control

Netilion is an award-winning cloud-based IIoT ecosystem designed for industrial processes. It connects the physical and digital worlds to send valuable information from the field straight to your phone, tablet or other device.
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How dry ice blasting is revolutionising the mining industry
Maintenance, Test & Measurement, Calibration

Dry ice blasting has emerged as a game-changing technology for the mining industry, offering a range of advantages that are reshaping traditional cleaning methods.
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The green economy – our place in history starts today
Schneider Electric South Africa, Electrical Power & Protection

In a time when the planet is under tremendous pressure, company profits and strategies cannot exist in isolation. Driving the move towards sustainability is the consumer. This shift in consumer behaviour sets the tone for companies and their sustainability endeavours.
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Understanding standby, prime, and continuous gensets
WEG Africa, Electrical Power & Protection

The increasing reliance of South African businesses on generator sets to mitigate power disruptions highlights a crucial need for proper selection based on specific operational demands.
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Manufacturers should watch for these five trends
IT in Manufacturing

Over the last several years trends have emerged in manufacturing, realising significant advancements in machine-reliant assembly lines through to highly automated factories. As we look ahead, there are several key trends to watch.
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The world’s greatest model railway
Horne Technologies, Motion Control & Drives

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.
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The best of the best
News

South African engineer, Neo Hutiri has been selected as best of the best. He has been awarded the Royal Academy of Engineering’s tenth anniversary medal in its Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation programme.
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High strength bolting solutions
Bearing Man Group t/a BMG, Motion Control & Drives

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.
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High-voltage battery systems
Electrical Power & Protection

South Africans have become accustomed to high levels of loadshedding, but the next big phase in the country’s energy infrastructure development is upon us. High-voltage battery energy storage systems, which drastically improve the power reliability prospects for businesses, are expected to see a massive surge in 2024.
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Automating precision tasks
igus , Motion Control & Drives

A new low-cost modular robotics kit from motion plastics manufacturer, igus, makes automation extremely easy and affordable for manufacturing companies in South Africa.
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Precision acoustic imagers
Comtest, Sensors & Transducers

To help users identify and localise ‘mechanical areas of interest’ within short timeframes, Comtest has added a unique new feature to Fluke’s ii910 precision acoustic imagers.
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ISO fluid cleanliness codes for hydraulic and lubrication systems
Motion Control & Drives

When setting target ISO fluid cleanliness codes for hydraulic and lubrication systems, it is important to keep in mind the objectives that need to be achieved.
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Energy-efficient control with smart electrical panels
Legrand, Smart Home Automation

In today’s world, where energy scarcity and rising costs are pressing concerns, Legrand’s Smart electrical panel with Netatmo offers a solution. This complete system provides reliable control over electrical installations, and effective tracking of energy consumption.
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New pilot-operated relief valve
Emerson Automation Solutions, Valves, Actuators & Pump Control

Emerson has introduced a pilot-operated relief valve for installation on pressurised bullet tanks used to store liquid propane and anhydrous ammonia. This type of pressure relief valve is typically installed on tanks fabricated by OEMs for end users, engineering firms, or contractor customers.
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Accurate and effective bearing replacement
SKF South Africa, IT in Manufacturing

Each year, incorrect mounting is causing countless bearing failures. Overcoming this can deliver multiple benefits to owners and operators of rotating machinery, including reduced maintenance costs and fewer breakdowns.
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Transformative technologies of 2023
News

The year 2023 was marked by unprecedented technological advancements that reshaped industries and daily life. From artificial intelligence to biotechnology, here are the top five technologies that have revolutionised the landscape.
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