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EASY TECH
Legrands new series of time switches have been designed for easy programming
Time switch series available locally
5th February 2021

Electric solutions provider Legrand’s AlphaRex and MicroRex series of time switches are now available in South Africa. Both switches, which ensure high-clock precision and energy efficiency in... 


POWER CHAIN 
Carefully-selected high-strength steels, advanced manufacturing processes and refined heat treatments, ensures the chain has maximum fatigue strength and protection against failure
Chains extend equipment operating life
22nd January 2021

Included in engineering solutions provider BMG’s extensive range of Tsubaki high-performance chain, is the robust workhorse elevator series, which offers enhanced strength and reliability, a... 


HIGH TECH
Solar MD’s research and development teams are working constantly to improve the performance of the company’s products
Backlog indicates high demand for solar
15th January 2021 By: Darren Parker

Energy storage manufacturer Solar MD has a backlog of 14 MWh in terms of battery orders, and a backlog of 1 200 orders for the Logger V2, the company’s monitoring and control system. “This demand... 


READY FOR ANYTHING
The BMG-supplied Vacon IP66 drives and Nema 4X enclosures are well-protected against water and dust ingress
Company adds solar inverters and drives to suite of solutions
15th January 2021

Engineering solutions provider BMG’s electromechanical specialists have extended its solutions service to include solar inverters and drives, which are designed to enhance the efficiency of... 


FULL CONTROL
The installation, with remote monitoring and remote access, ensures that the client has full control over the system remotely
Company ready for larger-scale projects
15th January 2021 By: Darren Parker

With the global trend of microgrid hybrid power solutions, solar solutions company Vert Energy was presented with a unique opportunity by property development company O’Nit Developments, whose... 


SA SME Fund CEO Ketso Gordhan
Fund helps South African universities unlock benefits of homegrown IP
25th November 2020 By: Donna Slater

Since its inception in February, the University Technology Fund (UTF) has approved six investments. Technology and innovation incubated in South Africa’s universities is, as a result, being... 


MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENTS 
The Fluke ii900 reduces leak detection time and improves reliability on the production line
Leak detection creates ease of maintenance
13th November 2020

Test and management service provider Comtest introduced the Fluke ii900, a handheld sonic industrial imager that enables maintenance to quickly locate air, steam, gas and vacuum leaks in compressed... 


STRONG WASHER
The combined tension and spring action of X-series washers combats the effects of surface treatments, thermal cycling and vibration
Increased bolt security in all conditions
23rd October 2020

The X-series washers, which are a part of industrial products producer BMG’s Nord-Lock bolt securing systems range, are designed for optimum bolt security, even in the most demanding operating... 


FAST FASTENERS
TR Fastenings facility in the UK can manufacture a wide range of fasteners that can be used across a range of industries
Global demand met by industry leader
23rd October 2020

The Covid-19 pandemic outbreak created a surge in global demand for medical equipment, with a subsequent knock-on effect being a huge demand for sheet metal fasteners, specifically for those... 


TIME AND MONEY
The EX600-W wireless valve bank module is designed to reduce downtime and costs
Wireless valve bank available locally
4th September 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

The EX600-W wireless valve bank module from industrial automation technology company SMC is officially available in the South African market, says SMC senior technical sales engineer Wade Holland.... 


CLOSER CONTROL
TempLogger is a real-time temperature-monitoring and -control system, and assists operators in maintaining an ideal processing temperature for inside a mould
Updated range to improve rotational moulding
4th September 2020 By: Cameron Mackay

Rotational moulding equipment provider Roto Solutions released the latest version among its range of TempLogger temperature monitoring and control systems last month. TempLogger is a real-time... 


HANDLING THE PRESSURE	
Now able to manufacture locally, the company can now meet increased local demand for digital pressure gauges
Company manufactures locally, improves lead time and quality
4th September 2020 By: Cameron Mackay

Industrial pressure- and temperature-gauge manufacturer SA Gauge started to manufacture its own digital pressure gauges this year to ensure that it is not affected by import lead times and exchange... 


Betterect, FLSmidth showcase bolted thickeners for southern African mine
Betterect, FLSmidth showcase bolted thickeners for southern African mine
3rd September 2020

Steel fabrication, steel erection and corrosion protection specialist Betterect and engineering, equipment and services solutions company FLSmidth have collaborated to deliver several 45m diameter... 


PRIVATE PARTICIPATION
Getting private-sector companies to fund laser research and development at local universities is expected to change the landscape dramatically
More local laser R&D needed
28th August 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

South Africa is not placing enough focus on laser research and development (R&D), especially in the private sector, but there is hope, says the director of the Laser Research Institute (LRI) within... 


DECREASE USE
The food and beverage sector faces increasingly stringent environmental legislation, with the consequent need to drive water demand down to a minimum
Technology to mitigate water- treatment challenges
14th August 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

The 2030 Water Resources Group - hosted by the World Bank - held a webinar last month to showcase three international technologies that can help the food and beverage sector rise above business... 


Drones being used to help governments fight the Covid-19 pandemic
Drones being used to help governments fight the Covid-19 pandemic
10th July 2020 By: Donna Slater

With the onset of Covid-19, technology has come to the fore, as people have been forced to work from home or increasingly remotely to ensure physical distancing, thereby increasing reliance on... 


HALL MONITOR
The Plast iCOF has been developed to automatically monitor the coefficient of friction in bottling or canning lines
New monitoring system introduced into market
10th July 2020

Engineering components provider BMG’s Light Materials Handling division has introduced a new condition monitoring system, the Plast iCOF, which has been developed to automatically monitor the... 


PLUGGED IN
Legrand has add to its home automation solutions that use traditional house wiring and is controlled through WiFi
Home automation add-on launched
10th July 2020

Global electrical and digital building infrastructure specialist Legrand has launched its Arteor-with-Netatmo which is a simple home automation solution that uses traditional house wiring and is... 


OPTIMUM DRIVE CONFIGURATIONS 
Nord IE5+ synchronous motors can be combined with all Nord gear units and drive electronics as a modular system to enhance LogiDrive systems
Partnership brings new drive systems
10th July 2020

Component and technical services provider BMG and German precision engineers Getriebebau Nord entered a partnership to assemble, distribute and support Nord Drive Systems throughout Southern... 


SLIM NE
The Slimline vibrating wire piezometer captures at least four different parameters  required to asses the stability of tailings dams
New piezometer boosts existing safety standards
10th July 2020 By: Halima Frost

The installation of South Africa’s first Slimline vibrating wire piezometer, which is distributed by geotechnical service provider GeoGroup, is set to take place when the current Covid-19 lockdown... 


The People Counter, once assembled
RS Components, BARTH Elektronik unveil people-counter for retail market
11th June 2020 By: Irma Venter

RS Components, the trading brand of Electrocomponents, has joined forces with miniature programmable logic controller (PLC) manufacturer BARTH Elektronik to develop a product assembly project that... 


THE FULL RANGE 
BMG’s NORD drive systems and NORDAC frequency inverters are combined to offer a complete spectrum of fully flexible, modern frequency inverters
Company maintains drive tech support throughout lockdown
29th May 2020

Bearings supplier BMG’s commitment to ensuring industry continues to operate efficiently and safely, even during difficult lockdown conditions, encompasses the ongoing supply and support of a range... 


COMPATIBLE AND EFFECTIVE 
VACON 100 AC drives allow its customers to use the most efficient motor for each application, with the ability to run new motor technologies
Drives designed to improve productivity
29th May 2020

Bearings supplier BMG’s VACON 100 alternating current (AC) drives have been designed to save energy, optimise process control and improve productivity in many sectors. Through VACON 100’s... 


HIGH EFFICIENCY 
The Dyneo motor-drive unit ensures high efficiency levels over the whole operating speed range, especially at speeds below the synchronous speed
Company provides energy efficient solutions for customers
29th May 2020

Electric motors company Vert Energy – exclusive distributors in Southern Africa of electric motor manufacturer Leroy Somer – is committed to providing energy-saving solutions for its diverse... 


IMPROVED MOVEMENT, MAXIMISED SAFETY These electromechanical solutions improve the movement of containers and goods, and maximizes safety, energy efficiency and fuel savings
Electromechanical solutions offered
29th May 2020

Power generation and electromechanical power transmission industry solutions provider Vert Energy – exclusive distributors for electric motor provider Leroy-Somer in Southern Africa – offers... 


INTERCHANGEABLE SETTINGS
WEG K geared units can also be equipped with a hollow shaft, output shaft, shrink disc, torque arm and mounting flange
Company invests in geared motors, employee training
29th May 2020 By: Simone Liedtke

A range of geared motors from Brazilian motor and controls manufacturer WEG will be available from the third quarter of 2020 to clients in South Africa and the rest of Africa from subsidiary Zest... 


KEVIN CILLIERS
It is important to have a good management practice in place for utility use while there is time and space to focus on it
Covid-19 an opportunity for better resource management
29th May 2020 By: Darren Parker

The national lockdown because of Covid-19 presents a good opportunity for manufacturing companies to improve their resource and utilities management, says government-funded programme National... 


Company unveils cordless metal cutting circular saw
3rd April 2020

Heavy-duty, portable electric power tools and accessories manufacturer Milwaukee Tools has developed the industry’s first cordless 20.3 cm metal cutting circular saw. The M18 FUEL 20.3 cm metal... 


Versatile application The mid-size Brokk 200 and 300 remote-controlled demolition machines can use the Darda MC300 Multi Cutter attachment to cut steel material, utility lines and cables in a variety of industries
Company adds new steel cutting tool for its machines
3rd April 2020

Remote-controlled demolition machines manufacturer Brokk offers a new steel cutting tool for mid-size Brokk machines. The MC300 Multi Cutter – which is manufactured by Brokk’s sister company... 


TOUGH CONDITIONS
BMG supplies Tsubaki RS100HT heavy-duty reinforced roller chain to meet the high-volume capacity of agricultural machinery in tough operating conditions
Supplier provides quality equipment for optimum productivity
20th March 2020

Industrial equipment supplier BMG’s service to the agriculture sector focuses on the importance of investing in quality equipment and components for high efficiencies and optimum productivity... 


Company supplies portable steelwire-rope inspection solutions
20th March 2020

Engineering consultant Lubrication Engineers South Africa has announced that it is the official agent for solutions manufacturers TST FDSys.P flaw detection system. Lubrication Engineers provides... 


MOVING TECHNOLOGY 
Incorporating the freely programmable MOVI-PLC into the HandlingKinematics solution allows for greater flexibility
Automated solution supplied to OEM
7th February 2020 By: Darren Parker

Drive engineering and automation company SEW-Eurodrive has supplied its highly configurable HandlingKinematics to a local original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) of concrete brick, block and paving... 


MORE UPS THAN DOWNS
The Legrand UPS range is complemented by the recently launched communications accessories
Accessories developed to complement range
31st January 2020

A range of communications accessories has been developed to complement electrical and digital building infrastructure supplier Legrand’s three uninterruptible power supply (UPS) ranges. These... 


PRO FLOW The Promag H 100 controls the flow of materials through proven sensor technology and ultra-compact transmitter electronics
Flowmeter continues to offer control solutions
31st January 2020 By: Halima Frost

Instrumentation, solutions and services supplier Endress + Hauser’s Promag H 100 electromagnetic flow meter has been widely adopted by the South African food and beverage, as well as life sciences... 


MODIFICATION ROLLOUT Modifications to the Medupi conveyor systems will also be applied at Kusile
Eskom considering modifications to failure-prone Medupi conveyor system
31st January 2020 By: Darren Parker

Following three conveyor belt failures at the new Medupi power station, which contributed to load-shedding in December and January, State-owned electricity utility Eskom says several modifications... 


PERFECT PANEL The installation included control panels, which offered a new human-machine interface
Successful installation creates further opportunities
31st January 2020 By: Halima Frost

Subsequent to the successful installation of an automated control solution at a confectionary manufacturer, in KwaZulu-Natal, engineering solutions provider Hybrid Automation has seen an uptick in... 


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