https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/page/instrumentation-control Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:27:03 +0200 FeedCreator 1.7.3 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/local-assembly-stock-holding-boost-solution-availability-2026-05-22 Nadine Ramdass Instrumentation & Control Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 720736 1778227749 1779400800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001270255_resized_nordmaxxdrivexcbmg2205261022.png OFFERING EXPANSION In conjunction with it launch, BMG hosted a series of MAXXDRIVE roadshows to showcase the advanced technology and diverse applications 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/german-engineered-solutions-meet-evolving-local-demands-2026-05-22 Nadine Ramdass Instrumentation & Control Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 720680 1778227785 1779400800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001270264_resized_skillstransfervegagrieshaber2205261022.jpg LONG GAME Through long-term partnerships, VEGA is able to go beyond product supply by contributing expertise, training and life-cycle support 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/s-africa-is-key-for-german-expansion-in-africa-2026-05-22 Nadine Ramdass Instrumentation & Control Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 720678 1779170317 1779400800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001270261_resized_stackerreclaimercabinroxtec2205261022.png GROUND WORK Through a combination of industrial maturity and market accessibility, South Africa enables German companies to establish a presence before expanding across Africa 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/advanced-fabrication-ensures-dependable-tensioning-solutions-2026-04-10 Nadine Ramdass Instrumentation & Control Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 718991 1776667423 1776981600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001264981_resized_largesprockettensionerostafrica2404261022.jpeg WIDE SELECTION Through its TE series tensioners, OST-AFRICA provides targeted solutions for specific applications, which enable fewer production stoppages, reduced maintenance intervals and greater overall system availability 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ai-providing-concrete-benefits-in-industrial-sectors-cisco-research-2026-04-09 Schalk Burger INDUSTRIAL AI Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:17:00 +0200 718951 1775744438 1775740620 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/refurbishment-project-for-power-station-2026-03-20 Trent Roebeck Instrumentation & Control Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0200 716462 1779372352 1773957600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001257169_resized_condraphotoamarch20261022.png CRANE REFURBISHMENT Condra Cranes & Hoistsis applied its refurbishment solutions to a 39-year-old crane, making it look as good as new 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/tech-offering-fully-aligned-with-provinces-demands-2026-03-06 Lumkile Nkomfe Instrumentation & Control Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0200 715542 1772521835 1772748000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001254536_resized_agricultureseweurodrive02261022.jpeg SEW-EURODRIVE drive solutions on a pivot agriculture system ensure reliable torque transmission and efficient irrigation performance across demanding farming environment 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/controlling-carryback-at-conveyor-transfer-points-2026-02-06 Lumkile Nkomfe Instrumentation & Control Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0200 713536 1769674898 1770933600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001248589_resized_frontloadermartinengineering01261022.jpeg REDUCING CARRYBACK Improved belt cleaning and tracking reduce carryback, limiting spillage and dust, while improving safety and lowering operating costs 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/enclosures-safeguard-physical-systems-counter-digital-threats-2026-02-06 Lynne Davies Instrumentation & Control Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0200 713538 1770706265 1770933600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001248593_resized_nhlanhlazondopps01261022.jpeg NHLANHLA ZONDO As PPS we believe that South Africa’s needs and challenges are unique, therefore we need local solutions for local problems 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/new-telescopic-rail-provides-smoother-extension-2026-02-06 Lynne Davies Instrumentation & Control Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0200 713499 1770706264 1770933600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001248468_resized_reducedforcerequiredbmg01261022.jpeg REDUCED FORCE REQUIRED The HGT-MG is designed to incorporate a refined ball-cage geometry and internally mounted synchronisation magnets to improve operational efficiency and extend service life while reducing the force required to open the rail, and aligning its elements during extension, to provide controlled, repeatable movement under load 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/collaborative-reconstruction-tests-vehicle-ai-systems-2026-02-06 Lynne Davies Instrumentation & Control Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0200 713453 1770995243 1770933600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001248354_resized_collisiontestingukzn01261022.jpeg COLLISION TESTING To simulate real-work conditions, such as vehicles colliding with animals or pedestrians, the team from SMART Lab, Accident Specialist and CSIR made use of inflatable pedestrian dummies and a blow-up rhino, testing vehicles from Toyota and other vehicle manufacturers, including Lexus and GWM 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/oil-lubricated-rolling-bearings-improve-reliability-of-electric-motors-2026-01-23 Tracy Klückow PARTNER CONTENT Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0200 712794 1768891322 1769119200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001246395_resized_orlbinnomotics1022.jpg HIGHLY ROBUST The ORLB’s enclosed design with oil and labyrinth seals provides reliable protection against dirt, dust and moisture 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/company-sets-pace-with-power-packs-in-african-mining-2026-01-07 Trent Roebeck Instrumentation & Control Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0200 711834 1768891307 1769119200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001244018_resized_powerpackspic05dec20251022.png DRIVE REPAIR SEW-EURODRIVE’s industrial gearbox repair capability ensures that power packs and critical drive components are fully restored to OEM standards for long term operational reliability 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/rolling-mill-project-improves-aluminium-processing-operations-2026-01-07 Trent Roebeck Instrumentation & Control Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0200 711892 1768891308 1769119200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001244154_resized_gearboxmanufactureinworkshop01garmco251201dec20251022.png GEARBOX MANUFACTURE The gearbox for the project was manufactured in SMS group's workshop 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/service-underpins-companys-support-of-sectors-2026-01-07 Trent Roebeck Instrumentation & Control Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0200 711751 1768891306 1769119200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001243763_resized_bmgistheofficialoemforhansengearboxesdec20251022.png HANSEN IGU MANUFACTURE BMG is the OEM for the range of Hansen IGUs for various industrial operations and applications 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/effective-treatment-improves-equipment-lifespan-2025-10-23 Nadine Ramdass Instrumentation & Control Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0200 708409 1762238025 1762466400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001233905_resized_skfrecondoilboxbed0710251022.jpeg HIGH IMPACT The RecondOil Box cleans industrial lubricants, ensuring bearings are protected 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/constant-investment-maintains-beneficial-partnership-2025-10-31 Halima Frost Instrumentation & Control Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0200 707830 1761635295 1761861600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001232302_resized_energyefficiencymanagmentbmganddanfosspartnership10251022.jpeg GROWING TOGETHER The partnership between BMG and Danfoss continues to grow year on year 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/people-remain-central-to-deriving-full-value-from-tech-saimc-conference-hears-2025-10-16 Schalk Burger TECHNOLOGY SKILLS Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:41:00 +0200 707833 1760610927 1760604060 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001232332_resized_saimccoogerhardgreeff10251022.jpg SAIMC COO and SAIMC User Advisory Council chairperson Gerhard Greeff 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/companies-eagerly-anticipating-bigger-better-electra-mining-2025-10-10 Nadine James Instrumentation & Control Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0200 706416 1759819993 1760047200 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001228095_resized_electraminingafricaoutside11022.jpg CONSISTENT GROWTH Electra Mining recorded its biggest ever event in 2024 with 950 exhibitors, 40 000 m² net exhibition space, six exhibition halls, four outside exhibition areas and just under 40 000 visitors. “EMA26 is set to be even bigger.” 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/endress-hauser-south-africa-showcases-offering-at-kite-2025-2025-07-22 Tracy Klückow Instrumentation & Control Tue, 22 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0200 701751 1753339518 1753182000 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001214603_resized_20250723endresshauser.jpg 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/95202_2025-07-23_endress_+_hauser_.mp4227356052 Engineering News interviews Endress + Hauser marketing department head Charl McAllister at the 2025 KwaZulu-Natal Industrial Technology Exhibition https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ifm-electronic-displays-solutions-for-kzn-industrialisation-2025-07-22 Tracy Klückow Instrumentation & Control Tue, 22 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0200 701741 1753276277 1753174800 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001214552_resized_ifm.jpg 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/95197_ifm_.mp435933249 Engineering News speaks to ifm Electronic regional sales manager KZN Anthony Hittler at the 2025 KwaZulu-Natal Industrial Technology Exhibition https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/wetility-wins-award-for-ai-optimisation-system-for-embedded-solar-2025-07-08 Schalk Burger SOLAR POWER Tue, 08 Jul 2025 14:01:00 +0200 700846 1751977713 1751976060 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ifm-electronic-presents-the-latest-innovation-and-trends-for-water-and-wastewaster-2025-07-08 Tracy Klückow Instrumentation & Control Tue, 08 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0200 700685 1752052108 1751968800 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001211407_resized_20250709ifm.jpg 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/95128_2025-07-09_ifm2.mp419576469 ifm Electronic SE Industrial - Water and Waste Rylance Sukdao discusses the company's offering in an interview with Engineering News at IFAT Africa 2025 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/seifsa-gives-artisans-in-training-detailed-stemi-career-insights-2025-06-30 Schalk Burger ARTISANAL SKILLS Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:27:00 +0200 700176 1752068434 1751275620 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001209324_resized_kltautomotivewelderartisanmanufacturing0618dylan1022.jpg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/weg-africa-automation-facility-onboards-more-products-as-efficiency-imperatives-hybrid-power-system-demand-grow-2025-06-23 Marleny Arnoldi MANUFACTURING Mon, 23 Jun 2025 11:58:00 +0200 699686 1779710898 1750672680 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001207905_resized_20250623wegnologydayjpg.jpg WEG Africa director Pervin Gurie 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/95020_2025-06-23_wegnology_day_updated.mp4105772124 WEG Africa director Pervin Gurie discusses new machinery and products offered. https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/cooling-thermal-solutions-benefit-various-sectors-2025-05-30 Trent Roebeck Instrumentation & Control Fri, 30 May 2025 00:00:00 +0200 697093 1748960488 1748556000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001200380_resized_technotranspro300may20251022.png TECHNOTRANS PRO300 The PRO300 chiller series is applicable to 19-inch rack systems, and offers a solution to tightening regulations in Europe and the US 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/local-german-expertise-help-fine-tune-offerings-on-the-continent-2025-05-23 Marleny Arnoldi Instrumentation & Control Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 +0200 696240 1747725934 1747951200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001198268_resized_seweurodriveheadofficejohannesburg2025051022.jpeg INVESTING IN EXCELLENCE SEW-EURODRIVE continues to expand its reach in South Africa and Africa 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/cannabis-law-misconceptions-demystified-2025-05-16 Halima Frost Instrumentation & Control Fri, 16 May 2025 00:00:00 +0200 695859 1747373532 1747346400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001197229_resized_healthsafetyalcosafecannabis05251022.jpeg WEEDING OUT MISINFORMATION ALCO-Safe MD Rhys Evans clears up the misconceptions around cannabis use in the workplace 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/saimc-to-provide-training-courses-workshops-at-aatf-2025-2025-04-23 Schalk Burger INDUSTRIAL IT Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:23:00 +0200 695656 1745416238 1745414580 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/kite-2025-supporting-industrial-growth-in-manufacturing-2025-04-11 Nadine James Instrumentation & Control Fri, 11 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0200 694466 1743689841 1744322400 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001192988_resized_pic1charlenehefer1022.jpg CHARLENE HEFER KITE is undoubtedly the most comprehensive source of industrial technology solutions in KwaZulu-Natal, saving time and effort for the industry professionals seeking ways to increase productivity and profitability, and to remain at the top of their game in a widely contested market 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/sensor-networks-forms-smart-geyser-partnership-with-ariston-2025-03-05 Schalk Burger SMART GEYSERS Wed, 05 Mar 2025 15:45:00 +0200 692234 1741248922 1741182300 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001186835_resized_smartnetworkssmartgeyserprototypetesting3251022.jpg Prototype testing using electric kettles 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/schneider-appoints-digital-energy-director-for-anglophone-africa-2025-03-04 Marleny Arnoldi ENERGY MANAGEMENT Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:14:00 +0200 692112 1741087381 1741086840 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001186517_resized_hiltonbaartmanschneiderelectricanglophoneafricadigitaldirector2025031022.jpeg Schneider Electric Anglophone Africa digital energy director Hilton Baartman 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/actom-exertherm-launch-predictive-maintenance-solution-for-electrical-systems-2025-03-03 Schalk Burger ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:34:00 +0200 692044 1744897360 1741012440 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/exhibition-to-showcase-instrumentation-control-system-advancements-2025-02-07 Lynne Davies Instrumentation & Control Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0200 689276 1738605536 1738879200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001177976_resized_propellingindustriesforwardkite01251022.jpeg PROPELLING INDUSTRIES FORWARD KITE exhibitors are equipped with the knowledge and expertise needed to provide industry professionals with advice that ensures fit-for-purpose solutions 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/vsd-workshop-boosts-support-expertise-in-western-cape-2025-02-07 Lynne Davies Instrumentation & Control Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0200 689251 1738605536 1738879200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001177925_resized_specialisedtrainingbmg01251022.jpeg SPECIALISED TRAINING To ensure that technicians are able to quickly diagnose and rectify problems, they are sent to Danfoss training facilities for specialised training 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/open-control-system-reduces-conveyor-maintenance-costs-2025-02-07 Lynne Davies Instrumentation & Control Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0200 689359 1738847803 1738879200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001178204_resized_opensystembeckhoff01251022.jpeg OPEN SYSTEM Layer Seven Automation’s aim was to create centralised control architecture that would increase the efficiency of the system and reduce costs 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/lubrication-tech-to-debut-at-electra-mining-2024-08-09 Simone Liedtke Instrumentation & Control Fri, 09 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0200 677181 1723456293 1723154400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001143649_resized_leelectraminingviperrange10720241022.png MORE INFO Visitors can find out more about the Viper range at Electra Mining 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/manufacturer-affirms-commitment-to-providing-innovative-rail-solutions-2024-07-26 Lumkile Nkomfe Instrumentation & Control Fri, 26 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0200 676780 1721809351 1721944800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001142609_resized_manufacturingoperationsmasqtec07241022.jpeg GROWTH OBJECTIVES Increasing the capacity for developing high-performing rail component products outlined in company's overarching strategy 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/long-standing-relationships-key-2024-07-26 Lumkile Nkomfe Instrumentation & Control Fri, 26 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0200 676777 1721809430 1721944800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001142594_resized_railwaylocomotivetransnet07241022.jpeg INSTITUTIONAL KNOWLEDGE Local product supplier partnerships complemented with a comprehensive understanding of the railway industry key to growth on the continent 511 287