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CompAir introduces compressed air management solution
January 2026
To maximise savings and extend the lifespan of compressed air systems, CompAir is launching the Compressed Air Management Solution powered by Ecoplant, an intelligent system in the cloud that represents the next level in operational management, and maintain the health

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Heavy impact, smart control
January 2026, Axiom Hydraulics, Editor's Choice
Every now and then a project lands on your desk that’s equal parts heavy machinery and fine control - a tantalising mix for any engineer. A client approached Axiom Hydraulics with a project exactly like this.

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Making lines safer with smarter connection
January 2026, Hydrasales
Imagine connecting multiple hydraulic lines or a combination of hydraulic, electrical and grease lines with one single, confident movement. That’s the everyday convenience operators get from Faster’s MultiFaster multi-coupling systems.

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Achieving clean and dry compressed air
January 2026, Artic Driers International
Compressed air is an expensive source of motive power so it makes good sense to supply clean, dry compressed air to your distribution system.

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Navigating ISO standards in hydraulic cylinder manufacturing
January 2026
For hydraulics professionals, understanding and leveraging ISO standards is a powerful way to ensure quality and gain a competitive edge. Here is a guide to the most critical ISO standards for hydraulic cylinder manufacturing, showing how to use them to your advantage.

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Hydraulic system upgrades to boost performance and save money
January 2026, CT Hydraulics (Nqoba)
Those working with hydraulic or pneumatic systems know that keeping your machinery running at peak performance balances productivity and cost. As systems age, they often become less efficient, requiring more energy and more frequent repairs. The good news is that you don’t always need to invest in an entirely new machine to solve these problems.

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Top 10 questions about pressure and temperature gauges
January 2026, SA Gauge
Some questions never go out of date, and in our industry, a few have been asked for decades. At SA Gauge, we hear them every week. Here are the ten questions we hear most often, and the practical answers that can save time, money and frustration.

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Gauge maintenance and calibration tips for shutdown or restart periods
November 2025, SA Gauge
As the year winds down, many plants across South Africa prepare for the annual shutdown. It’s also the perfect opportunity to give your pressure and temperature gauges the attention they deserve.

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Axial piston pump series for next-gen hydraulic applications
November 2025
Moog has launched its new AXP Axial Piston Pump Series, a next-generation hydraulic solution engineered to deliver optimal performance, reliability and cost efficiency for industrial applications.

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The role of analogue gauges in a digital world
November 2025, SA Gauge, Editor's Choice
With so much focus on digital systems, remote monitoring and automation, it’s easy to assume that traditional analogue gauges have become outdated. Yet if you step into almost any plant, mine or processing facility, you’ll still find them in daily use, quietly doing their job without fuss.

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Robust sensors for pneumatic applications
October 2025, ifm - South Africa
The pressure sensors from ifm have a G1/8 process connection, combined with a welded thin-film measuring cell. While offering an unbeatable price/performance ratio, this technology provides for high measuring accuracy in a very compact and robust housing.

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Seven years of uninterrupted service
January 2026
A set of hydraulically operated Corflex pinch valves, installed in 2018 at a major North African gold mine, has delivered in one of the continent’s most demanding slurry-handling applications.

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Controlling pneumatics via IO-Link
January 2026, ifm - South Africa
Pneumatic airboxes control cylinders or actuators using compressed air, and are found in a wide range of industrial applications.

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Counterweight balancing in industrial robots
September 2025
Hydraulics specialist, WEBER-HYDRAULIK is equipping KUKA robots with a hydraulic cylinder with an integrated pressure accumulator, which absorbs and balances the forces generated on the arm.

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How manufacturers achieve zero-leakage demands in hydraulic cylinders
September 2025
Imagine a world where your hydraulic cylinders never leaked. The answer lies in a holistic approach that focuses on the fundamental components and their interactions, particularly the cylinder rod and its surrounding environment.

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The role of hydraulic systems in heavy machinery
September 2025
In this article, we explore how hydraulic systems function, their role in powering heavy equipment, and why they are the preferred choice for industries requiring immense power and precision.

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Reliable, flexible and cost-effective rental compressed air
September 2025
More businesses are turning to Integrated Air Solutions for rented on-demand compressed air, without the burden of capital expenditure.

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Axiom expands its hydraulic solutions with Powerstart piston accumulators
September 2025, Axiom Hydraulics
Axiom is proud to announce a unique partnership with Powerworks, introducing a new generation of piston accumulators into the South African market, the Powerstart piston accumulators.

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Dynamic compressor control system with energy savings
August 2025
CompAir has launched Ecoplant, a dynamic, compressed air management solution that adjusts compressor parameters in real time, offering up to 30 per cent reductions in energy costs and CO2 emissions.

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Festo commits to a greener industrial future by driving sustainability and energy efficiency
Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2025, Festo South Africa
As the world is facing significant ecological, social and economic challenges, Festo is taking proactive responsibility. Their goal is to contribute to a more sustainable future through the development of innovative technologies and responsible actions.

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