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Decarbonising the energies and chemical industry without the risk
September 2026, Schneider Electric South Africa
Schneider Electric argues that decarbonisation in Africa’s energies and chemical industry need not compromise production or profitability. A phased, digitally enabled approach, starting with energy efficiency improvements, can reduce emissions while strengthening competitiveness.

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Modular UPS system with scalable, high-availability architecture
September 2026
Legrand South Africa has launched its fifth-generation TriMOD three-phase modular UPS, available from 10 to 80 kW. The system features hot-swappable modules, multiple input/output configurations, and up to 99% efficiency in Eco Mode, designed for data centres and critical industrial environments.

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Accurate illuminance measurement for safer, more efficient environments
September 2026
The Sonel LXP-10A illuminance meter is designed for accurate measurement of lighting levels in industrial environments where adequate illumination is essential.

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Why mining operations need local lightning early warning
September 2026, Senseca, Editor's Choice
Lightning can develop into a serious mining hazard before the first local strike, leaving crews little time to stop work and reach safety. Local early-warning technology can provide valuable lead time, allowing mines to connect developing storm conditions to defined trigger actions that protect people, explosives and equipment.

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South Africa’s dirtiest fuel is building its most resilient boilers
September 2026
Steinmüller Africa argues that duff coal, the low-grade fines and discards stockpiled over decades, can now underpin reliable, compliant industrial boilers using mature circulating fluidised bed combustion technology, turning a long-standing liability into a phased energy transition pathway.

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Retrofitting for sustainability
August 2026, Schneider Electric South Africa
As budgets tighten and sustainability targets increase, retrofit and modernisation strategies are gaining traction across Africa, allowing organisations to upgrade only what limits performance while preserving existing infrastructure and extending asset life.

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USB-Datalogger for voltage 0 to 30 V DC
August 2026, Vepac Electronics
The PeakTech 5186 is a data logger for DC voltages from 0 V to 30 V with terminals on the top of the device.

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Pole-top boxes for smarter, more secure electricity networks
August 2026
As South Africa accelerates the rollout of smart prepaid electricity metering, innovative enclosure technology from Power Process Systems is helping utilities improve network security, reduce electricity theft and protect critical electrical infrastructure.

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Simplifying electrical design compliance
August 2026
Referro Systems highlights how Rockwell Automation’s Global SCCR Tool simplifies short-circuit current rating compliance for complex industrial electrical systems.

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Engineering resilience into Africa’s energy future
August 2026
Zutari’s managing director of water explains how Burundi’s landmark Jiji and Mulembwe hydropower projects demonstrate what resilient, climate-adapted infrastructure delivery looks like – and what this means for Africa’s energy future.

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Voltage Tester with LED-Display
August 2026, Vepac Electronics
The PeakTech 1094 is a reliable and robust two-pole voltage tester that has been specially developed for the safe and precise measurement of AC and DC voltages in the 12 to 400 V range.

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Schneider Electric launches circuit breaker for cost-effective LV protection
August 2026, Schneider Electric South Africa
Schneider Electric has launched its EasyPact CVS C4 moulded case circuit breaker in South Africa, extending the Easy series to 1 600 A and giving consultants, contractors, and end users a cost-effective solution for non-critical low-voltage applications.

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Schneider Electric launches cost-effective, high-performance LV protection
August 2026, Schneider Electric South Africa
Schneider Electric has launched its EasyPact NW air circuit breaker in South Africa, extending its Easy series portfolio with a cost-effective solution for non-critical low-voltage applications in commercial, industrial and residential projects.

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SF6-free switchgear brings digital intelligence to mining
August 2026, Schneider Electric South Africa
Combining pure-air switchgear with embedded digital intelligence helps mines cut greenhouse gas emissions, improve safety and meet sustainability targets while enabling real-time visibility into critical electrical assets.

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Turning plastic waste into clean hydrogen
Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2026
Researchers have developed a solar-powered process that converts plastic waste into hydrogen and useful industrial chemicals while using spent acid from vehicle batteries. The approach could help create a circular system for dealing with several challenging waste streams at the same time.

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World’s first to deploy Volvo A30 Electric in a hydropower project
August 2026
Volvo CE delivers the world’s first A30 Electric articulated haulers to a Norwegian hydropower project, marking a major step in the electrification of heavy construction equipment.

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Geothermal could be the next industrial energy source
Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2026
New developments in geothermal technology are set to change how heat trapped beneath the earth’s surface can contribute to the clean-energy transition.

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SA port could generate wave energy
Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2026
A feasibility study has identified the potential for an 8,3 MW wave energy power station at the Port of Ngqura in the Eastern Cape, using the port’s existing breakwater infrastructure.

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Solid-state batteries are reshaping energy storage
Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2026
The solid-state battery industry is transforming, driven by advanced technologies and rising demand across applications.

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South Africa’s battery manufacturing potential
Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2026, Editor's Choice
A feasibility study commissioned by the Localisation Support Fund concludes that South Africa has the technical and commercial foundations to develop a competitive lithium iron phosphate battery manufacturing sector, anchored by growing regional demand and favourable industrial conditions.

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