SA Instrumentation & Control Magazine


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PC-based control for waterjets
Control systems are subject to very specific demands from every form of production technology, including waterjet cutting. IGEMS from Sweden set itself the goal of taking this process to a new level in terms of precision and speed, and achieved it with the help of PC-based control.

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RFID read/write heads and tags in miniature format
Turck Banner is expanding its RFID product portfolio with four read/write heads in an M12 housing, and an in-metal tag in the compact 4 x 3 millimetre format.

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Parker join forces for FIA World Rallycross season
Parker Hannifin and the CE Dealer Team by Volvo Construction Equipment will join forces once again for the FIA World Rallycross 2024 season, marking two years of partnership dedicated to advancing electrification on and off the racing track.

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Latest articles

Pioneering sustainable aviation
Siemens South Africa, IT in Manufacturing

Sustainable aviation company, Dovetail Electric Aviation, has selected the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of software to design zero-emission battery and hydrogen-electric propulsion systems for commercial aircraft.
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Revolutionising traditional DCS architecture
IT in Manufacturing

SUPCON has unveiled the world’s first Universal Control System (UCS) at the highly anticipated global product launch conference, marking a groundbreaking innovation in the automation sector. This revolutionises the concept of industrial control systems, pioneering a new era in automatic control technology.
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What’s next for artificial intelligence?
IT in Manufacturing

Generative AI has brought computer intelligence into the mainstream. It has already been helping us power the digital world through search engines, social media, map directions, online shopping, ride-sharing and cybersecurity. But now it’s in the hands of the people. What can we expect from this new era?
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Modernising for productivity
SEW-Eurodrive, Motion Control & Drives

Making its debut appearance at NAMPO Cape in Bredasdorp in September this year, geared motor specialist SEW-EURODRIVE is all set to excite the farming community with even more solutions to drive productivity and efficiency.
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Taking reliability to the trenches
SKF South Africa, Motion Control & Drives

SKF’s maintenance-free Y Bearing Unit has significantly extended equipment uptime for key customer Gibela, a leading level 5CE CIBD-rated civils company with more than ten years of experience in the field.
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Avoiding costly recruitment mistakes
News

In the fast-paced world of business, especially for SMEs, hiring the right talent is not just about filling a vacancy, it is a strategic necessity.
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EtherCAT Plug Fest focuses on interoperability
News

In June, the EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) held the 2024 European EtherCAT Plug Fest, one of the organisation’s most popular developer meetings. The EtherCAT Plug Fests focus on the implementation of interoperability tests.
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Another successful YES programme
News

Bosch Rexroth Africa recently celebrated the completion of another successful Youth Employment Service (YES) programme.
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Med-TechEngineers launches academy to address critical skills shortage
News

Gauteng-based consulting engineering firm, Med-TechEngineers has officially launched the Engineering and Technology Academy to address the shortage of critical and unique skills needed in the engineering and technology sectors.
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Avoiding the pitfalls of PLC and scada control system integration
Iritron , System Integration & Control Systems Design

Upgrading your control system by integrating PLCs with scada systems should be a simple seamless process. Regrettably, the industry is plagued with control system integration and upgrade myths and misconceptions that can lead to liability issues, project delays, cost overruns and decreased plant performance.
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Motion control solutions for better machining results
Motion Control & Drives

NSK Europe is shining the spotlight on its latest solutions for machine tools. Innovative NSK bearings, ball screws, and linear guides can deliver significant gains for both machine users and builders.
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VEICHI Industrial HMI VI20 series
Conical Technologies, SCADA/HMI

The VEICHI industrial HMI VI20 series is a new generation of IOT human machine interfaces with an industrial ABS plastic shell and high reliability. The new model comes with a more practical down-cable approach and is better looking, resulting in a more satisfying interface.
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Control technology for energy-efficient biogas power plants
Beckhoff Automation, Editor's Choice

Reverion’s goal is to help solve two of the biggest problems facing humanity by creating a truly sustainable energy system and removing gigatons of CO2 from the atmosphere. The new generation of biogas power plants makes it possible to maximise the potential of biogas, and also benefit from surplus solar and wind energy that would otherwise remain unused.
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Automation tips for eco-friendly plastic packaging
Omron Electronics, IT in Manufacturing

The urgent need to reduce plastic packaging to alleviate environmental strain is widely recognised. However, the benefits of plastics should not be completely overlooked. To address this, efficient and resource-saving usage is essential.
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Enhanced distribution transformer monitor
Comtest, Electrical Power & Protection

Comtest announced that the INCON Distribution Transformer Monitor (DTM) from Franklin Electric Grid Solutions has been updated to include new transformer life prediction functionality, enabling service and maintenance forecasting. This leverages predictive algorithms to estimate the remaining lifespan of transformers, streamlining operations.
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New-generation circuit breakers
Schneider Electric South Africa, Electrical Power & Protection

Schneider Electric South Africa has launched its ComPacT NS new-generation circuit breakers, designed to maximise power availability and reliability.
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Rack mount on-line UPS improves user interface and lead time
Emerson Automation Solutions, Electrical Power & Protection

Emerson has announced the new Series D update to the family of proven SolaHD industrial rack-mount online uninterruptible power supplies. The new SolaHD S4KD Series offers significant user interface improvements and other design upgrades to increase reliability and product availability.
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Panel PCs for the production floor
Vepac Electronics, Industrial Computer Hardware

The TP-5945 is an ideal computing solution for various operations on the production floor. The clean and modern look, coupled with PCAP technology for accurate and responsive touch functionality, enhances the precision and practicality of industrial operations.
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