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Transform your industrial communication networks
Fieldbus & Industrial Networking
Discover unparalleled industrial communication solutions with our advanced and reliable Ethernet and 4G switches, routers, media converters and protocol converters.
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2025 – a year for growth, amid industry challenges
News
Automation is rapidly emerging as a catalyst for industrial transformation, enabling businesses to meet sustainability targets, enhance productivity and drive economic efficiency.
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World’s largest production capacity mine hoist
Motion Control & Drives
BB has been selected by global mining company BHP to deliver, install and commission three friction hoists and a further electrical system for a Blair service hoist to its Jansen Potash project in Canada.
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A fresh approach to dairy processing
VEGA Controls SA, Level Measurement & Control
Ensuring the quality and safety of milk throughout the production process is of the utmost importance in the dairy industry. The VEGABAR pressure transmitters are suitable for hygienic applications. They are an asset in the dairy industry and have been used with success for measuring the milk level and the process pressure in storage tanks.
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How CP system design can support ESG commitments
Omniflex Remote Monitoring Specialists, Industrial Wireless
Major infrastructure like wharves, bridges, pipelines and tanks are under constant threat of corrosion, which can render them unsafe. David Celine, managing director of cathodic protection specialist, Omniflex explains how CP system design can support ESG commitments while simultaneously lowering costs and improving maintenance capabilities.
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The role of electromechanical solutions in supporting Africa’s industrial growth
Electrical Power & Protection
Africa’s industries are transforming rapidly. Fuelled by a huge demand for energy connectivity, better infrastructure, increased manufacturing and responsible resource management, electromechanical solutions are key to shaping this growth, allowing industries to scale up their operations efficiently and sustainably.
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Getting your OT data into the cloud – the why and the how
SAIMC
As users recognise the benefits of a digital transformation strategy for their industrial plants and systems and start to adopt it, they soon face the challenge of getting operational technology data securely and reliably to a cloud service provider of their choice.
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Innomotics wins Platinum TITAN Brand Award for Best Corporate Rebranding
News
Innomotics has been awarded with the Platinum TITAN Brand Award for Best Corporate Rebranding. The international jury honoured Innomotics’ efforts to develop a powerful and recognisable brand after the carve-out of Innomotics from the Siemens Group in 2023.
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Modern N1020 temperature controller
Temperature Measurement
Temperature control is a fundamental aspect of maintaining the integrity and quality of products in industries such as food processing, pharmaceuticals and healthcare. The N1020 temperature controller, designed for precision and reliability, addresses the stringent requirements of these sectors by offering advanced features and robust functionality.
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Monitoring partial discharge on medium voltage switchgear
Schneider Electric South Africa, Electrical Power & Protection
Schneider Electric South Africa has launched its EcoStruxure Service Plan (ESP) in the Anglophone African region for medium voltage (MV) switchgear
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Industrial Power-over-Ethernet DC injector
Fieldbus & Industrial Networking
The ML-NET-INJECT series sets the standard for industrial PoE, featuring IP68-rated RJ45 connectors and military-grade components for extreme reliability.
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Differential pressure measurement in gas extraction and power generation project
VEGA Controls SA, Pressure Measurement & Control
Methane exploration and extraction in Lake Kivu in the East African Rift Valley has primarily focused on gas composition analysis. The VEGABAR 82 pressure transmitter was used for differential pressure measurement, the key to monitoring gas levels within the lake.
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Magnetic-inductive flow sensor
ifm - South Africa, Flow Measurement & Control
The SMF magnetic-inductive flow sensor revolutionises liquid and creamy flow measurement. With IO-Link, it enables digital data transmission, eliminating blind spots in production.
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TwinCAT Vision functionality extended
Beckhoff Automation, IT in Manufacturing
The image processing and camera integration capabilities of Beckhoff’s TwinCAT 3 Vision software have been expanded.
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Advancing industrial automation with cutting-edge drive technology
SEW-EURODRIVE, Motion Control & Drives
SEW-EURODRIVE is revolutionising industrial automation with advanced gear units, decentralised drives and the energy-efficient MOVIGEAR system.
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Connectivity cables
Enclosures, Cabling & Connectors
Balluff connectivity cables ensure reliable, high-performance connections for industrial automation. Designed for harsh environments, they offer robust shielding, oil resistance and high flexibility for long-lasting durability.
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Condition monitoring toolkit
Fieldbus & Industrial Networking
The Balluff CMTK condition monitoring toolkit is a plug-and-play solution for monitoring machine health in industrial environments. It collects and analyses data on vibration, temperature, humidity and pressure, enabling predictive maintenance and reducing downtime.
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Optimise the cutting of metal materials
IT in Manufacturing
KRON Cutting is a comprehensive web-based system designed to optimise the cutting of metal materials, including rebar, pipes and profiles.
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