Green energy at its best

Africa Automation Fair 2017 Preview Motion Control & Drives

The AMR 100 Ekomachine is a highly compact, zero emissions waste to energy plant. It processes most types of waste and generates electrical and thermal energy and many other sellable by-products. It is suitable for landfill sites, factories, hospitals, towns, villages and many other strategic locations. Visit Stand J3 to find out how the Ekomachine achieves this.

For more information contact Sergio Cartanase, Equus Energy, +39 348 404 5752, [email protected], www.equusenergy.eu

Further reading:

Control without complexity
Editor's Choice Motion Control & Drives
In an era where precision, performance and smart control define industrial success, the right driver can make all the difference. At Axiom Hydraulics, we’ve seen firsthand how the Sun Hydraulics XMD series transforms hydraulic systems, from mining and construction to agriculture and automation.

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Servo motor series for explosive environments with expanded certification
Parker Hannifin - Sales Company South Africa Motion Control & Drives
Parker Hannifin’s ongoing commitment to safety and performance in hazardous environments is evident in the new certifications and product improvements for its EY and EX servo motor series.

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Industrial gear units for mixing and agitating processes
Bearing Man Group t/a BMG Motion Control & Drives
Nord Drive Systems encompass modular drive configurations that ensure optimum performance of mechanical speed control for specific applications in almost every industry.

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A seamless partnership driving smart material flow
Omron Electronics Motion Control & Drives
OMRON and Interroll have launched a flexible conveyor module designed for seamless integration with autonomous mobile robots. This innovative solution enables efficient material handling, enhancing productivity in various industrial settings.

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Building resilience in extreme environments
ACTOM Electrical Machines Motion Control & Drives
The petrochemical and oil and gas sectors operate in unforgiving environments. In this high-stakes industry, operational efficiency is vital, and unplanned downtime can have severe consequences. To thrive in this demanding landscape, a proactive and sophisticated approach to maintenance is no longer an option, but a necessity.

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Reducing the risk of sewage spills
Motion Control & Drives
The UK government has announced plans to impose tougher penalties on water companies in England and Wales that fail to prevent sewage discharges into rivers and seas. David Strain, technical director at the automation systems specialist, Technidrive explains how solutions like variable speed drives and smart monitoring systems can help water companies reduce the risk of sewage spills and ensure compliance.

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Bearing failure analysis transforms operations of battery manufacturer
SKF South Africa Motion Control & Drives
Persistent bearing failure on a centralised extraction fan motor was negatively impacting operational efficiency for a leading battery manufacturer in East Africa. SKF Kenya conducted a bearing analysis and solved the problem.

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Why turbomachinery should break free from vendor lock-in
Schneider Electric South Africa Motion Control & Drives
Today’s modern turbomachinery control systems form an important of operational efficiency, be it in heavy industries, traditional power generation or renewables such as hydroelectric facilities. Independence is the name of the game, and turbomachinery stands to gain lot from this newfound freedom.

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Bearing strategy maintains production for cement manufacturer
SKF South Africa Motion Control & Drives
SKF South Africa and its Authorised Distributor, Bolt & Engineering Distributors Klerksdorp successfully remanufactured a double-row tapered roller bearing assembly for a vertical mill within a two-week timeframe, offering the customer a cost-effective 50% cost-saving alternative which keeps the plant operational while they await the supply of new bearings.

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Lubrication solutions for cranes
Motion Control & Drives
Fuchs Lubricants South Africa provides a comprehensive range of lubrication solutions that meet the specific needs of mobile cranes.

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