Comtest is offering a free sonic tape measure with every Fluke 2042 cable locator sold between 1 October 2005 and 31 January 2006. The Fluke 2042 is a professional general-purpose cable locator that is supplied as a complete kit - a transmitter and receiver - in a purpose-made carry case. Designed for tracing cables in walls and underground, locating fuses/breakers on final circuits and locating interruptions and short-circuits in cables and electrical floor heating systems. It can also be used for tracing metallic water and heating pipes. The receiver incorporates a torch function for working in dimly lit locations.
The instrument works on live or dead cables, has an acoustic and optical receiving signal for maximum user feedback and sensitivity and the transmitter uses a unique digital coded signal to avoid erroneous readings.
Cutting-edge plastic e-chain protects cables in cleanrooms igus
Enclosures, Cabling & Connectors
igus has developed the C6 cleanroom energy chain with an e-spin guide system that allows abrasion-resistant cable travel over distances of up to 30 metres without generating the microparticles that standard energy chains produce.
Read more...Energy chains transform Durban ship loader productivity igus
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South African Bulk Terminals has installed a 140 m opposing energy chain system from igus to improve the management of cables used in the operation of two of its massive ship loaders.
Read more...Rittal’s flat-pack enclosure solution Rittal
Enclosures, Cabling & Connectors
The launch of Rittal’s FR IT flat-pack enclosure earlier this year marked a milestone for the company, introducing the local market to a high-capacity, top-tier IT enclosure in a convenient and cost-effective flat-pack format for the first time.
Read more...Reliable connectivity for the food and beverage industry LAPP Southern Africa
Enclosures, Cabling & Connectors
The food and beverage industry operates in one of the most demanding industrial environments where hygiene, efficiency and reliability are critical to daily operations. To support these growing industry demands, LAPP has introduced a new generation of sensor cordsets designed to perform in challenging food and beverage environments.
Read more...Safety-critical fibre optic systems in mining Omniflex Remote Monitoring Specialists
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Omniflex highlights the importance of fibre optic technology in in enabling systems in the mining industry to transmit shutdown commands reliably over tens of kilometres and verify that they have been executed.
Read more...Compact integration of 3A and 4A connectors
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With the new AT-HA grommet, icotek is expanding its innovative IMAS-CONNECT adapter system with a forward-looking solution for industrial use.
Read more...How to use a voltage tester Comtest
Electrical Power & Protection
Voltage testers are valuable tools for professionals who work with electrical systems.This application note will guide you on how to use a voltage tester effectively, and which Fluke voltage testers can assist in a variety of settings.
Read more...Space-saving I/O module for control cabinets ifm - South Africa
Enclosures, Cabling & Connectors
The IO-Link I/O module from ifm simplifies integration of sensors and actuators with conventional wiring in the control cabinet as well as in field applications with low IP protection class requirements.
Read more...The future of industrial connectivity LAPP Southern Africa
Enclosures, Cabling & Connectors
Designed to meet the demands of modern industry, the EPIC DATA RJ45 connector from LAPP delivers a combination of durability, performance and versatility suited to demanding industrial environments.
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