Motion Control & Drives


Latest Articles

From motion tasks to intelligent Industry 4.0
January 2016, Beckhoff Automation
Beckhoff’s eXtended Transport System replaces complex mechanics with software functionality.

Read more...
Energy saving variable speed drive
December 2015
The new energy saving FR-F800 variable speed drive from Adroit has a host of new features contributing to enhanced energy efficiency and productivity.

Read more...
New magnetic system from SKF
December 2015, SKF South Africa
Oil-free energy efficient solutions for centrifugal compressors in chillers.

Read more...
Kinetix 5700 servo drive
December 2015, Rockwell Automation
Space saving in the cabinet and fast commissioning for large machines.

Read more...
Variable speed drive solutions from Danfoss
December 2015, Bearing Man Group t/a BMG
The VLT range provides fully automated operation and substantial energy savings in diverse applications.

Read more...
First SA girth gear installation is a success
December 2015, SEW-EURODRIVE
SEW-Eurodrive South Africa has successfully installed its first-ever girth gear to a rotary kiln at Mamba Cement plant in Limpopo.

Read more...
Bosch Rexroth introduces cabinet-free drive technology
November 2015
Reallocating control functions to the individual machine modules allows machine engineers and operators to make maximum use of valuable site space, enhancing their production capacities. The cabinet-free ...

Read more...
Minimising the effects of acid mine drainage
October 2015, SEW-EURODRIVE
SEW-Eurodrive and Mixtec engineer a solution at Gauteng decontamination plant.

Read more...
SEW-Eurodrive expands AC motor range
October 2015, SEW-EURODRIVE
A first-of-its-kind motor range that complies with all IEC standards.

Read more...
SICK introduces 36 mm absolute encoders
October 2015, SICK Automation Southern Africa
The new AHS36/AHM36 from SICK features a 270 degree rotating electrical connection for either M12 connector or cable termination. There is a choice of hollow or solid shaft models in a large number of ...

Read more...
Bosch Rexroth facilitates cabinet-free drive technology
October 2015
Reallocating control functions to the individual machine modules allows machine engineers and operators to make maximum use of valuable site space, enhancing their production capacities. The cabinet-free ...

Read more...
Open control technology from Beckhoff
October 2015, Beckhoff Automation
Machine-mountable EtherCAT Box I/O offers considerable benefits for Profinet applications.

Read more...
Parker drives achieve marine ­certification
October 2015, Parker Hannifin - Sales Company South Africa
Parker Hannifin has announced that its AC30 series of drives has achieved Det Norske Veritas (DNV) certification to guarantee marine performance.

Read more...
Digital converter
October 2015, ifm - South Africa
Accurate control of the speed of a conveyor motor often requires feedback on the speed of the adjacent machine. If this is only available as a pulse sequence, the DW2503 digital converter from ifm electronic ...

Read more...
Siemens Simatic technology ­optimises honey centrifugation
August 2015, Siemens South Africa
German-based Harzer Antriebstechnik specialises in the planning and engineering of sophisticated automation solutions focusing on drive technology. The company recently began to fit honey extractors with ...

Read more...
Servo technology is the key
August 2015, SEW-EURODRIVE
Q&A with Michael Kurz on the design of the filling processes for Capri-Sonne using drive systems from SEW-Eurodrive.

Read more...
SMC Pneumatics steps up a gear with Renault
August 2015
LEF actuators reduce production times and save space.

Read more...
Rockwell Automation expands ­medium voltage motor control ­capability
August 2015, Rockwell Automation
Since medium voltage motors are typically some of the largest consumers of power in heavy industries, implementing precise, smart motor control is an effective way of reducing power consumption and energy ...

Read more...
SKF’s latest turbo-machinery monitoring solution
August 2015, SKF South Africa
SKF has launched its latest magnetic bearing E300V2 control cabinet for use with a wide range of turbo-machinery. The new E300V2 is a digital electronic control cabinet that replaces an earlier version, ...

Read more...
Rockwell Automation enables ­effective acid mine drainage in Central Basin
June 2015, Rockwell Automation
Teaming with RITZ Pumps SA has enabled Rockwell Automation to lend its knowledge, experience, expertise and products in helping to solve one of South Africa’s high-profile national problems – acid mine ...

Read more...



<< First   < Previous   Page 41 of 65   Next >   Last >>







While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein, the publisher and its agents cannot be held responsible for any errors contained, or any loss incurred as a result. Articles published do not necessarily reflect the views of the publishers. The editor reserves the right to alter or cut copy. Articles submitted are deemed to have been cleared for publication. Advertisements and company contact details are published as provided by the advertiser. Technews Publishing (Pty) Ltd cannot be held responsible for the accuracy or veracity of supplied material.




© Technews Publishing (Pty) Ltd | All Rights Reserved