Four-digit multifunction instrument January 2025, Vepac Electronics The OM 403 model series comprises four-digit panel programmable instruments designed for maximum usefulness and user comfort, while maintaining their fair price.
New function/arbitrary waveform generator January 2025, Vepac Electronics Siglent has released the SDG1000X Plus series Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator, providing engineers with a more flexible and efficient signal generation solution.
World’s fastest 14-bit arbitrary waveform generator January 2025, Vepac Electronics The ARB Rider AWG-7000 is the world’s fastest 14-bit arbitrary waveform generator, with a 20 GS/s real time update rate and 14-bit vertical resolution. Thanks to Simple Rider software, it offers best-in-class performances and an easy to use interface.
Steam on demand January 2025 Rental boilers are increasingly popular, offering the convenience of on-demand power and heat without the commitment of a permanent installation. They are an ideal solution while a customer awaits repairs, or only needs a boiler for a particular period, or does not have the capital to invest upfront.
High-voltage backup power solutions January 2025 Businesses are facing increasing pressure to rethink their approach to power. As a result, there’s been a significant uptick in interest in high-voltage installations, either as standalone battery energy storage systems, or as solar installations feeding into battery storage.
Rotary friction welding – a first for Tutuka power station January 2025 Steinmüller Africa has successfully used rotary friction welding in a project with engineering consultant, eNtsa. This innovative technique was applied to fabricating four headers used for high-pressure water heater boiler units installed at Tutuka power station in Mpumalanga.
Why it is vital to size soft starters carefully January 2025, WEG Africa The application of soft starters has become a well-established strategy to improve the uptime and lifespan for motors and mechanical equipment driven by motors, but they need to be chosen carefully.
Changeover switch between two power supplies January 2025, Schneider Electric South Africa Schneider Electric South Africa has unveiled the Resi9 Changeover Switch product range which provides the perfect solution to switch manually between two power supplies or circuits.
Partial discharge monitoring solution for MV switchgear January 2025, Schneider Electric South Africa Schneider Electric South Africa has unveiled its PowerLogic PD100 Partial Discharge Monitoring Solution, designed to be installed on MV switchgear to detect anomalies early, to prevent unplanned downtime.
Boiler update at food processing plant transforms production process January 2025 The replacement of 78 year-old boilers at a Western Cape food processing plant by Associated Energy Services has not only proven to be a worthwhile investment for the client, but has transformed its entire production process.
ABB production site reduces total emissions by 80% January 2025 Continuing its commitment to sustainable manufacturing, ABB’s Mexican production site for load centres and safety switches in Saltillo has reduced emissions by 80% in the past two years.
Private steam turbines can feed the grid January 2025, WEG Africa Steam turbines represent mission-critical equipment for a range of industries, from sugar and paper to steel and petrochemicals, and there is now greater opportunity among these sectors to generate energy to sell into the national grid.
Power supply with scalability optimised February 2024, Schneider Electric South Africa Schneider Electric has introduced the Easy UPS 3-Phase Modular to the South African marketplace. This robust uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is designed to protect critical loads while offering third-party verified Live Swap functionality.
Prioritising arc flash safety February 2024, Comtest Comtest has developed a range of thermal imaging and wireless testing tools from Fluke, designed to ensure safety is the top priority for engineers working in potentially dangerous arc flash zones.
Hot Dip Galvanizers Association shines new light on renewable energy November 2024 The Hot Dip Galvanizers Association of Southern Africa plays an important role in supporting the energy value chain – which spans clean, renewable and green energy – as it powers towards key sustainability targets.
ACTOM supplies high-voltage equipment to wind farm project November 2024, ACTOM Electrical Machines ACTOM High Voltage Equipment is currently in the process of manufacturing 400 kV and 132 kV high-voltage primary equipment for the Ummbila Emoyeni wind farm project in Mpumalanga.
Energy measurement module for BL20 I/O System November 2024, Turck Banner Southern Africa Turck’s BL20 energy measurement module enables precise monitoring of the energy consumption of single- or three-phase systems.
Distributed energy resource management systems: a grid symphony November 2024, Schneider Electric South Africa To listen to a symphony is one of the world’s great gifts. A conductor must ensure that instruments play beautifully as a whole and are kind to the ear and uplifting to the spirit yet shine in their individuality. The same can be said of a DERMS, which must effectively manage diverse energy sources to avoid compromising the grid’s integrity.
Focus on energy sector infrastructure development can drive economic growth November 2024 Post-election periods in South Africa often see a renewed focus on infrastructure development, with a specific emphasis on directing investments towards the energy sector. This strategic approach aims to accelerate economic growth, address energy challenges, and ultimately uplift the overall standard of living for the populace.
Turning the continent into a global leader for green fuel November 2024 Africa is at a turning point, with the potential to shift from being a supplier of raw materials to becoming a leader in advanced manufacturing, particularly in the growing green hydrogen market. For this transformation to happen, African countries must work together, combining their resources and talents to build a strong local economy.
