SA Instrumentation & Control Magazine


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Safe, sustainable cycling helmet technology
Lazer Sport, one of Europe’s leading cycling helmet manufacturers, has adopted the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software to bring to market KinetiCore, its new proprietary rotational impact protection technology.

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Ultra-compact mass flow meters with advanced transmitters
Emerson has introduced the Micro Motion G-Series line of Coriolis mass flow and density meters, the most compact dual-tube Coriolis mass flow meters on the market. They offer the same level of quality and reliability as standard designs, but in a much smaller and lighter form factor.

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Dependable pumping for dewatering in hard rock mining areas
Becker Mining’s Pumpor Vertical Spindle (PVS) pumps are hard at work on many mines throughout Africa, with many units installed recently in the Carletonville area, West of Johannesburg.

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Latest articles

VEGA takes the pressure out of water pressure measurement
VEGA Controls SA, Editor's Choice

Water treatment systems in metropolitan areas require careful monitoring and management processes across widespread networks. However, process plants choosing VEGA for their process automation know that the company offers more than just precise and reliable pressure sensors and instrumentation.
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SAIMC: Johannesburg branch
SAIMC, SAIMC

The local Johannesburg Branch of the SAIMC hosted a technology evening at the Bryanston Sports Club on 13 March 2024. It was sponsored by Phoenix Contact and the technical presentation covered the full gambit of industrial wireless technology in the automation field.
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Surface drill rigs for Navachab in Namibia
Motion Control & Drives

Epiroc South Africa recently delivered five of six FlexiROC drilling machines to key customer, Navachab Gold Mine.
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ACTOM supplies transformer units to Kamoa Copper Mine
ACTOM Electrical Machines, Electrical Power & Protection

ACTOM Distribution Transformers, recently secured an order for the supply of its neutral electromagnetic couplers, with earthing resistors, and an auxiliary transformer) to Kamoa Copper Mine in the DRC.
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No guarantees - this is why you need a microgrid
Schneider Electric South Africa, Electrical Power & Protection

The energy landscape is dynamic, robust and versatile. One option that is undoubtedly gaining exciting traction is the microgrid, offering a wide range of capabilities that benefit specific energy goals and resultant business strategies.
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Data centre sector 2024 market outlook
IT in Manufacturing

As the world adapts to the digital transformation of almost every aspect of everyday life, the data centre sector, which plays such a pivotal role in digitalisation, is constantly evolving.
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4Sight OT Automation achieves prestigious AVEVA Endorsed Partner status
News

4Sight OT Automation, a leading industrial software solutions provider, has achieved Endorsed Partner status within the AVEVA Partner Network.
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Sustainability of surface water
Endress+Hauser South Africa, Analytical Instrumentation & Environmental Monitoring

The sustainability of surface water is critical for South Africa’s economic development, social well-being and environmental health. Endress+Hauser has a full range of liquid analysis sensors and transmitters to measure important parameters and has an excellent global track record in water and wastewater process plants and various surface and industrial water monitoring sites.
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High-performance motion control for teabag packaging machine
Beckhoff Automation, Editor's Choice

Teepak relies on PC-based control and drive technology from Beckhoff to set new benchmarks for speed and precision in its teabag packaging machines.
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From the office of the CEO
SAIMC, SAIMC

When South Africa clinched victory in the Rugby World Cup for the fourth time, the nation collectively rejoiced. However, amidst this optimism lies a pertinent question: is South Africa truly a land of hope, or is it merely a fool’s paradise?
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Chain hoist friction clutch tester
WIKA Instruments, Motion Control & Drives

WIKA’s FRKPS chain hoist test set is a reliable and efficient way to test the friction clutch on your chain hoist.
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RF-Link automation module
Industrial Wireless

The DICIO is an RF-Link automation module enabling the remote control of a corresponding module.
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Why artificial intelligence matters in robotic technology
Motion Control & Drives

Andrew Crackett, managing director of Yaskawa Southern Africa, gives his insight into the role of AI in robotics technology, with its advantages and challenges, and makes predictions for the future.
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Cathodic protection system for hazardous environments
Omniflex Remote Monitoring Specialists, IS & Ex

When NSW Ports in Australia embarked on a two-year programme to rehabilitate the structures and combat corrosion levels at its Bulk Liquid Berth 1, it commissioned Melbourne-based consultancy Infracorr to deliver a bespoke cathodic protection) system. To deliver the system safely, Infraccor engaged cathodic protection specialist Omniflex to support the hazardous area and remote monitoring aspects of the CP system design.
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Multicolour strip lights with superior environmental resistance
Turck Banner Southern Africa, Electrical Power & Protection

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, News

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
ifm - South Africa, Sensors & Transducers

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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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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