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Complete mine hoist systems
August 2025
From friction to single and double drum hoists, ABB is a complete supplier of various types of mine hoist systems.

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Innovative braking technology for heavy-duty hoists
August 2025
The electro-hydraulic disc brakes in the DX series from RINGSPANN have been re-engineered, and are proving to be a trendsetter in the holding and emergency stop systems in the hoists of heavy-duty and container cranes.

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These robots crawl into every nook and cranny
August 2025, DNH Tradeserve t/a DNH Technologies
Inuktun's small crawler robot magnetically sticks to metal walls and is able to move in all directions. It carries cameras, sensors and tools for inspection or maintenance work in tight pipes and on the outer hulls of tanks or ships. All crawler modules and cameras are equipped with brushed DC motors from Swiss drive specialist, maxon using various motor-gearhead combinations.

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Proven drive technology solutions for the sugar industry
August 2025, SEW-EURODRIVE
As the South African sugar industry continues to optimise efficiency, uptime and sustainability across cane handling, processing and refining, SEW-EURODRIVE is helping drive this momentum with its world-class drive technology and local service support.

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Largest private wind farm in South Africa
Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2025
The Witberg wind farm will prevent the emission of more than 420 000 tons of CO2 per year in 122 000 households in the Western Cape.

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The environmental benefits of correct lubrication storage
August 2025
While selecting the right lubricant for an application is key, how that lubricant is stored between applications is an often overlooked but critical aspect of reducing contaminants in machinery across a plant or site.

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Sustainability is transforming fluid power
Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2025, Editor's Choice
Sustainability is reshaping the future of fluid power. With the growing demand for cleaner, more efficient technologies and tightening global regulations, fluid power systems are being re-engineered for higher efficiency, lower emissions and reduced material usage.

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Demystifying demulsifier additives
August 2025, Wearcheck
Water is one of the most destructive contaminants in lubricants. Demulsifier additives prevent the formation of a stable oil-water mixture or an emulsion by changing the interfacial tension of the oil so that water will coalesce and separate more readily from the oil.

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A turnkey drive solution to guarantee performance and reduce lead times
August 2025, SEW-EURODRIVE
[Sponsored] The introduction of SEW-EURODRIVE’s TrueDNA package responds directly to challenges faced by industry when mixing components from multiple suppliers in a drive solution.

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Speeding up warehouse automation
August 2025, Rockwell Automation, Editor's Choice
Bastian Solutions designs and delivers world-class material handling systems. The company was engaged by a high-end global fashion brand to implement a new warehouse system. Bastian used Rockwell Automation Emulate3D digital twin software to test the system before it was installed and went live.

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Next-generation homebuilding
August 2025, Beckhoff Automation, Editor's Choice
Promise Robotics, a Canadian startup is reinventing prefabrication. Advanced automation technology from Beckhoff and AI control a robotic solution for efficient prefabrication. As a result, onsite assembly becomes up to 70% faster.

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Redefining motion control with Festo’s vision for seamless and intelligent automation
August 2025, Festo South Africa, Editor's Choice
The quest for precision, flexibility and efficiency continues to shape the future of industrial automation, and Festo, as a long-standing leader in automation technology, stands firmly at the forefront of this movement, driving innovation and setting the benchmark for excellence.

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The opportunity and impact of MEPS electric motor regulations
July 2025, WEG Africa
South African companies are gearing up for the new Minimum Energy Performance Standards, part of a global trend towards energy-efficient electric motors.

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Custom mining solutions from Bühler at MTE Richards Bay
July 2025
Bühler recently showcased its advanced material handling solutions at the Mining & Technical Exhibitions (MTE) in Richards Bay.

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SKF’s integrated triple-action solution drives operational value for customer in Cameroon
July 2025
SKF has successfully delivered a powerful, integrated solution to a leading metals industry customer in Cameroon, combining advanced condition monitoring and high-performance bearings, underpinned by professional, expert services.

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Innomotics electrifies major mining operation in Chile
July 2025
Innomotics has been awarded a major electrification project to support an important mining operation in northern Chile.

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Power meets precision
July 2025
Swiss drive technology specialist, maxon is presenting the second generation of its compact mid-motor for e-bikes, the BIKEDRIVE AIR S. This new system delivers a high torque of 90 Nm with a motor weight of two kilograms.

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Referro Systems expands local market
July 2025
Referro Systems has achieved notable growth since introducing Advanced Micro Controls (AMCI) products into the African market.

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Control solution for highly dynamic.
July 2025
The motion control specialist, Aerotech is expanding its Auto-mation1-iSMC control solution with a powerful feature for highly dynamic laser drilling with galvo scanners.

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SEW-EURODRIVE energy audits help farmers drive down irrigation costs
Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2025
SEW-EURODRIVE is expanding its support to South Africa’s agricultural sector by leveraging its world class expertise in energy audits for drive systems, helping farmers unlock cost savings and improve operational efficiencies in irrigation applications.

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