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Electromagnetic flow measurement
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 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 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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Latest articles

Miniature inductive sensors
ifm - South Africa, Sensors & Transducers

The inductive IY/IZ type sensors from ifm are used in various industrial areas where space is limited.
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The expanding role of 3D cameras in industrial quality control
TANDM Technologies, Sensors & Transducers

Across factory floors, warehouses, mines and research centres worldwide, computer vision paired with 3D camera technology is revolutionising quality control.
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SAIMC: Johannesburg
SAIMC

The Johannesburg Branch of the SAIMC hosted a successful Technology Evening on 10 September. The event was well attended and generously sponsored by Phoenix Contact.
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Water under pressure
VEGA Controls SA, Pressure Measurement & Control

The need for real-time monitoring and precise control over water distribution has never been more critical. VEGA’s range of pressure sensors and level instruments plays an important role in ensuring that water systems operate efficiently.
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A new era for African engineering
News

A group of mostly South African engineering professionals who bought a controlling margin of the South African arm of Netherlands-based engineering consultancy Royal HaskoningDHV have rebranded it as Atana.
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Next-gen planetary gearboxes
SEW-EURODRIVE, Motion Control & Drives

Leading the way in planetary gear unit innovation, SEW-EURODRIVE is extending its reach across a growing range of industries, delivering the advantages of this powerful technology through locally engineered solutions that ensure faster lead times.
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Record-breaking dragline relocation
Motion Control & Drives

Draglines are key pieces of equipment in open-pit mining. BHP Mitsubishi Alliance entrusted Mammoet with the relocation of a 3100 ton Marion 8050 dragline from one end of the Peak Downs coal mine in Queensland, Australia to another, a full 27 km away.
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Unlocking mining efficiency with advanced processing control
IT in Manufacturing

ABB’s Advanced Process Control system, powered by its Expert Optimizer platform, is emerging as a key enabler of smarter, more efficient mining operations.
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Robust sensors for pneumatic applications
ifm - South Africa, Pneumatics & Hydraulics

The pressure sensors from ifm have a G1/8 process connection, combined with a welded thin-film measuring cell. While offering an unbeatable price/performance ratio, this technology provides for high measuring accuracy in a very compact and robust housing.
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Human-centric control rooms: the quiet revolution in industrial operations
Iritron , Operator Interfaces, Switches & Relays

Iritron and Oculus are redefining how modern industries operate by combining their expertise to deliver next-generation integrated control and operating centre solutions across the region.
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Industrial PC for high demand on 3D graphics or deeply integrated vision
Beckhoff Automation, Industrial Computer Hardware

Beckhoff Automation’s C6043 industrial PC with NVIDIA GPU handles applications with high demands on 3D graphics or deeply integrated vision and AI program blocks with minimal cycle times.
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Rugged PoE switch built for industrial demands
Conical Technologies, Operator Interfaces, Switches & Relays

The Planet IGS-5225-8P4S-12V switch delivers all of this in a compact, rugged and highly efficient design, making it the switch of choice for engineers working in harsh environments.
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WEBER-HYDRAULIK modernises warehouse in record time
Motion Control & Drives

WEBER-HYDRAULIK is a leading international specialist in customised hydraulic solutions. After its old buffer warehouse had become outdated and was partially worn out mechanically, the decision was made to completely renovate it.
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General-purpose 350 W AC-DC power supply
Electrical Power & Protection

The TDK-Lambda GUS350 series of compact single-output general-purpose power supplies addresses the need for an economically priced product while maintaining reliability and quality.
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Premium unmanaged industrial switch
Vepac Electronics, Fieldbus & Industrial Networking

Premium unmanaged industrial switch for long-distance, noise-free fibre connectivity
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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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Senseca introduces data loggers to meet long range transmission needs
Senseca, Industrial Wireless

Senseca has introduced the driven LR35 data logger series based on LoRaWAN technology. They are specifically designed for situations where long-range transmission is required.
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Full HD rugged tablet built for clarity
Vepac Electronics, Industrial Computer Hardware

The Winmate D140 is a 35 cm full-HD rugged tablet built for clarity, speed and durability, with Intel Core performance, IP65 and Military Standard protection and built-in cooling fan.
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