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Passive fire protection for lithium-ion battery risks
October 2025
In response to the growing threat posed by lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery fires, a breakthrough passive fire protection solution is now available in South Africa.

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Schneider Electric unveils new range of circuit breakers
October 2025, Schneider Electric South Africa
Schneider Electric has launched its new MasterPacT MTZ Active range of circuit breakers in South Africa. This is a revolutionary new circuit breaker designed to set new benchmarks for safety, efficiency and sustainability while ensuring business continuity.

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Reliable power for demanding applications
October 2025, Conical Technologies
In modern industrial automation, reliability, efficiency and compact design are critical when selecting power supplies. The Mibbo Power MTR480 three-phase DIN-rail power supply is engineered to meet these exacting requirements.

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Managing dynamic steam plant operation on a multi-user site
October 2025
Managing a dynamic steam plant operation featuring multiple users requires strong technical skills, good communication and close attention to optimising results. AES’s remote monitoring system gathers steam generation plant data and records critical operational monitoring parameters.

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South Africa’s journey to smart, greener transport
October 2025, Schneider Electric South Africa
The good news is that there are some truly feasible solutions that can assist in overcoming some of South Africa’s most pertinent transport electrification challenges.

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Precise, fast universal power and net quality meter
October 2025, Vepac Electronics
The eCap from Vepac measures voltages, currents, power, power factor, energy, frequency and total harmonic distortion (THD) with all harmonics (up to 20th), and allows fully galvanically isolated transmission via the integrated Modbus RTU/RS485 interface.

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Novel stacked capacitors
October 2025
KYOCERA AVXhas released the new DSCC 25007 Mini BME stacks. These are miniature, high-CV stacked X7R capacitors equipped with base metal electrodes (BME) and subjected to 100% Group A testing.

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Circuit breakers for reliable, compliant protection
October 2025
Legrand’s low-voltage power distribution portfolio encompasses the DX3 range of miniature circuit breakers, designed to deliver dependable protection in industrial installations.

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Grid to backup power in zero seconds
September 2025
South Ocean Electric Wire has completed a solar installation that marks a global first: a seamless switch from grid to backup power in zero seconds.

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Three decarbonisation myths and how organisations can debunk them
September 2025, Schneider Electric South Africa
A UN Climate Change Report revealed that the world is on track to miss its 2050 net zero targets, with temperatures expected to increase by over 2,4°C by 2100. To help shift positive intent to concrete action, Schneider Electric outlined three of the most common myths surrounding decarbonisation and how organisations can get started on their decarbonisation journey.

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Tackling the barriers of renewables and empowering the manufacturing sector
September 2025
Solar energy is surging in South Africa, but the energy is primarily self-consumed, meaning many manufacturing sites draw power directly and don’t gain more energy independence through comprehensive energy storage or hybrid energy solutions.

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Three-phase filters for electromagnetic interference
September 2025, Vepac Electronics
Vepac Electronics has available three-phase filters that provide a solution to electromagnetic interference generated by equipment or from an AC source.

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The age of grid defection is upon us
September 2025
Solar and battery systems have got so cheap that many private individuals, farmers and companies are waking up to the fact that in many locations in South Africa it is now less expensive to be off the electrical grid than to be on it.

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Measure the electrical performance of your machinery
September 2025, Vepac Electronics
The TELE eCap from Vepac Electronics allows you to use energy wisely and reduce operational expenses.

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Connectors for quick, easy and tool-free in-field termination
September 2025
KYOCERA AVX has released the new 9288-000 Series hermaphroditic wire-to-wire and wire-to-board connectors for lighting and industrial applications. These unique two-piece connectors facilitate WTW termination with two identical mating halves, which simplifies BOMs.

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Biomass is building up steam
September 2025
Pressure is mounting for local manufacturers to swap fossil fuels for biomass to reduce their carbon footprints and mitigate carbon taxes. Experienced steam and boiler operations and maintenance service provider, Associated Energy Services has spent the past 14 years reviewing solutions.

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Würth Elektronik expands its power module series
September 2025
Würth Elektronik has expanded its successful MagI³C-VDLM power module series with two new models that further enhance the performance of the existing portfolio of compact DC/DC power supply modules.

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The journey towards renewable energy in the Seychelles
August 2025
The Seychelles is committed to its ambitious goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Recent technological advancements and strategic planning are steadily paving the way for a more sustainable future.

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High performance power distribution
August 2025
Hexagon Electrical plays an important role in enhancing efficiency and safety through the supply and support of a wide range of critical equipment for hazardous industrial and mining sectors in Africa.

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Navigating solar energy adoption
August 2025
Although South Africa’s enhanced solar tax rebate has ended, solar and energy storage solutions remain accessible and achievable. By taking a proactive and strategic approach, businesses can successfully lower their operational costs, mitigate power outages, and secure long-term energy independence.

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