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LEO satellites not a replacement for networks
22nd February 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

While low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite broadband constellations seem like a good alternative as the higher stages of loadshedding affects telecommunications services, it is not likely take off as a... 


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Paramount Group unveils new logo at IDEX
21st February 2023 By: Donna Slater

Aerospace and defence company Paramount Group has introduced what it says is an evolution of its brand by redeveloping its logo, which was unveiled at the International Defence Expo, which is being... 


Building Management System is the blueprint for smart construction in SA
21st February 2023

At this time of automated, centrally-managed and smart control in South Africa’s building construction industry, Building Management Systems (BMS) plays a lead role as a computer-based approach to... 


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Society encourages individuals to keep up with automation
17th February 2023 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

Despite the loss of 1.7-million jobs, owing to automation, the ‘The Future of Jobs 2020’ report predicts that automation will create about 97-million new jobs globally by 2025; it is, therefore,... 


The VISTA X-62A
Artificial intelligence successfully flies an experimental version of a tactical fighter jet
14th February 2023 By: Rebecca Campbell

US major aerospace and defence group Lockheed Martin announced, from the world-renowned Edwards Air Force Base (AFB) in the US State of California on Tuesday, that the VISTA X-62A research and... 


Power supply directly in the field Even with your system, you no longer need a control cabinet to power it!
13th February 2023

As the number of I/O and sensor components, controllers and HMIs that can be mounted in the field has surged in the last years, larger and larger parts of the overall controller architecture can be... 


Non-stop transmission of digital sensor signals via fieldbus
13th February 2023

Ethernet modules for field applications The decentralised DI modules serve as a gateway between binary sensors and the fieldbus. This means that binary switching signals in the field can be... 


Maximum sensing range with minimum protrusion
13th February 2023

One sensor for different applications Whether in factory automation, applications with coolants and lubricants or in mobile applications: these inductive sensors are convincing due to their... 


Measuring flow rates without any obstacles: the SU Puresonic ultrasonic sensor
13th February 2023

Accurate measurement data even with ultrapure water The SU Puresonic detects water flow rates with high precision at volumes up to 1000 l/min. Thanks to ultrasound technology, this also applies to... 


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Workable and practical solutions to solve a piece of the electricity provision puzzle today
8th February 2023

By Dwibin Thomas, Cluster Automation Leader at Schneider Electric “Focus on fixing the problem, never focus on the blame. Problems are only resolved when solutions are sought,” notes author... 


New tech predetects leaks
3rd February 2023

South Africa experiences regular power outages that are often blamed on power generators being shut down owing to boiler tube leaks, but a well-established and proven solution is available from... 


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Sensor-based sorting for more economic viability
2nd February 2023

When cost margins were eating away the mine’s profits, Hildebrand Wilhelm, ore processing manager for QKR Namibia Navachab operations and his team started to employ a new technology in mining:... 


Success in the third generation
1st February 2023

Endress+Hauser looks back on seven eventful decades It was an unlikely pair that came together in 1953 to create a company: on one side, the Swiss engineer Georg H Endress, just 29, and on the... 


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Analysis firm showcasing products at Indaba
27th January 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

International elemental analysis company Innov-X-Africa is representing technology solutions provider Evident – formerly known as Olympus – at this year’s Investing in African Mining Indaba – which... 


Digitising for an optimised, environmentally-friendly grid
25th January 2023

By Vladimir Milovanovic, Vice President, Power Systems, Energy Management Business, Schneider Electric The ripple effect of South Africa’s loadshedding is well publicised, impacting the entire user... 


JUICE in its ground handling frame.
Europe’s biggest deep-space mission, to Jupiter, is now launch-ready
23rd January 2023 By: Rebecca Campbell

The European Space Agency (ESA) and Airbus Defence and Space have announced that ESA’s JUICE (JUpiter ICy moons Explorer) space probe has completed assembly, integration and all tests, and is now... 


Steering young people to STE(A)M subjects through Festo Bionics
23rd January 2023

Over the past two decades, technology has advanced exponentially, altering almost every generation’s perspective and interaction with the world. This has also brought about change to the academic... 


BCX delivers 5G solutions to Mpumalanga mine to improve safety, productivity
20th January 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

Information and communication technology group BCX has partnered with Huawei and MPI to deliver innovative fifth-generation (5G) solutions to the Nungu mine, in Witbank, bringing about enhancements... 


Mining tech firm Imdex buys Norway firm
19th January 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

ASX-listed mining-tech company Imdex has struck a A$324-million deal to acquire Norway-based mining-tech company Devico, announcing on Thursday that it would undertake a A$224-million capital raise... 


VoltVision launches power analytics centre in Joburg
12th January 2023 By: Schalk Burger

Digitised industrial power networks company VoltVision has opened a global power analytics centre in Johannesburg that will provide expert technical interpretation of performance data from clients’... 


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Innovative technology improves mine safety
12th January 2023

Collision avoidance systems (CAS) have become integral to mining safety by ensuring safe distances between people and mobile equipment on surface mines. CAS specialist Booyco Electronics says that... 


Glass manufacturing to support platinum industrial demand growth this year
12th January 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

This year is forecast to be the second strongest year for industrial platinum demand on record, despite the challenging economic conditions that are prevailing, industry organisation the World... 


LG present ESG vision for a better life for all at CES 2023
21st December 2022

LG Electronics (LG) will be putting the spotlight on its continuing commitment to sustainability at CES 2023, showcasing its ESG vision and latest, impactful innovations in an exclusive exhibit... 


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New space weather centre to provide real-time solar storm forecasts
16th December 2022 By: Rebecca Campbell

For the South African National Space Agency’s (SANSA’s) Hermanus facility, 2022 has been the year of space weather – in August, its new Space Weather Centre (SWC) began operations, although its... 


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New space weather centre to provide real-time solar storm forecasts
15th December 2022 By: Rebecca Campbell

For the South African National Space Agency’s (SANSA’s) Hermanus facility, 2022 has been the year of space weather – in August, its new Space Weather Centre (SWC) began operations, although its... 


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Half of newly announced Maatla orders completed, deliveries under way
14th December 2022 By: Donna Slater

Paramount Land Systems, a subsidiary of aerospace and defence group Paramount, reports that 50% of the newly announced Maatla 4x4 light-protected vehicle (LPV) contracts have already been completed... 


Emerson's new Analytics software Automates utilities monitoring and reporting for Clean-In-Place applications
12th December 2022

Technology replaces error-prone manual record keeping and monitors energy and utilities parameters, improving efficiency and productivity Today Emerson announced its new Clean In Place (CIP)... 


Britain, Italy and Japan merge their 6th-generation fighter programmes
9th December 2022 By: Rebecca Campbell

The UK, Italy and Japan announced on Friday that they were going to jointly develop a sixth-generation multirole fighter, in what is now designated the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP). This... 


The Koeberg nuclear power station
Eskom's desperate scramble to avoid Stage 7
8th December 2022 By: News24Wire

Eskom on Wednesday evening called off the planned outage of Koeberg unit 1 at the eleventh hour as the utility scrambled to avoid moving to Stage 7 loadshedding. The decision, not yet announced by... 


The B-21 Raider
US unveils first-in-the-world sixth-generation combat aircraft
5th December 2022 By: Rebecca Campbell

The US Air Force and major US aerospace and defence group Northrop Grumman jointly unveiled the world’s first sixth-generation jet combat aircraft, the B-21 Raider strategic bomber, late on Friday... 


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Autonomous UV-C disinfectant robot launched in SA
30th November 2022 By: Donna Slater

Automation, electrical components and inspection systems company Omron has partnered with medical equipment supplier Mamello Clinical Solutions to launch an autonomous mobile disinfectant device in... 


Global warming affects how we build roads
30th November 2022

By Professor Mohamed Mostafa Pr Eng The African continent is urbanising at an accelerated pace, and this evolution has profound consequences. Mobility is fundamental to urban living. In theory,... 


Anglo American creates ‘digital twin’ of Quellaveco
Anglo American creates ‘digital twin’ of Quellaveco
28th November 2022 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Diversified mining group Anglo American has implemented state-of-the-art technology at the Quellaveco mine, in Peru, to create a virtual replica that simulates everything that happens in its... 


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Digital technology improves screen monitoring
25th November 2022

The use of sensors and digital technology to provide real-time data on operating conditions of vibrating screens is said to offer valuable benefits compared to traditional paper-based systems.... 


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Company strives for sustainability
25th November 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Local tyre manufacturer Bridgestone South Africa is working to decarbonise its energy sources and reduce its manufacturing carbon footprint by 50% by 2027. “We use raw materials that are produced... 


A computer screen showing readings attained form a pipe or pump
Water stewardship key to sustaining mining sector
25th November 2022 By: Halima Frost

Mines must use water stewardship to improve water conservation and water saving, thereby enhancing perception of the industry in the twenty-first century, says innovative solutions developer Xylem... 


Recovering your data is no longer enough, you need to stop ransomware threats in their tracks
24th November 2022

By Kate Mollett, regional director and Bar Hori, regional sales executive at Commvault Ransomware attacks have not only become more prevalent in the past few years, but they have also become more... 


Michelin unveils ground-breaking entry-level 4IR technology solution
Michelin unveils ground-breaking entry-level 4IR technology solution
24th November 2022

It’s now possible for small-to-medium-sized surface mining operations to capitalise on the benefits of digital technology. Michelin has just introduced an entry-level version of its tyre pressure... 


Gov establishes A$500m renewable technology fund
23rd November 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

The federal government this week announced a A$500-million investment in the Powering Australia Technology Fund to help Australian businesses progress innovative projects and technologies to reduce... 


Dust-A-Side launches hybrid monitoring solution
Dust-A-Side launches hybrid monitoring solution
21st November 2022

Dust control management specialist Dust-A-Side, headquartered in Pretoria, has introduced a comprehensive dust monitoring solution that offers particulate matter (PM) 2.5 and PM 10 real-time... 


Dust-A-Side launches hybrid monitoring solution
Dust-A-Side launches hybrid monitoring solution
20th November 2022 By: Tracy Hancock

Dust control management specialist Dust-A-Side, headquartered in Pretoria, has introduced a comprehensive dust monitoring solution that offers particulate matter (PM) 2.5 and PM 10 real-time... 


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Mining automation accelerates across Africa
18th November 2022

A marked rise in demand for digital solutions and automation in mining has led to increased impetus to accelerate this drive across Africa. Sedna Industrial IT Solutions recently affirmed its... 


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AI improves productivity
18th November 2022 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

The iron-ore mining sector continues to develop and enhance its productivity by introducing various types of sensors and information-capturing devices throughout the value chain to reduce... 


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