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New powerful test controller
XJTAG is launching the XJLink-PF20, brings the same dependability and robustness to a new 4-TAP two-port configuration, and offering both functional and JTAG boundary scan testing with the XJTAG testing suite’s long-established power and control.

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SF6-free pure-air medium voltage switchgear
As South Africa intensifies its move towards cleaner, smarter energy systems, solutions like Schneider Electric’s globally recognised SF6-free GM AirSeT pure-air medium voltage switchgear is taking the country one step closer to achieving its decarbonisation goals.

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Polymer bearings contribute to heavy lifting success
Leading dock-levelling and materials-handling specialist, REV Designs & Installations designs and manufactures a wide range of loading, docking and lifting equipment including some of the largest scissor lifts ever produced in the country. A key engineering decision was to move away from greased steel bearings and fully adopt igus high-performance polymer bearings across the key pivot points of the new lifts.

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Latest articles

PC-based control optimises robotic parts handling on plastics machinery
Beckhoff Automation, Editor's Choice, Fieldbus & Industrial Networking

NEO is a cartesian robot developed by INAUTOM Robótica in Portugal for parts removal on plastics machinery. Its aim is to increase system productivity. NAUTOM Robótica has entered into a strategic partnership with Bresimar Automação to increase the working speed of the cartesian robots using advanced control and motion solutions from Beckhoff. The result is a comprehensive, future-proof automation solution for its entire family of cartesian robots.
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Energy cannot be destroyed, it can only be transferred
Schneider Electric South Africa, Electrical Power & Protection

Industry produces significant amounts of waste. Unfortunately, a lot of this waste is simply disposed of, usually impacting the environment. What if these byproducts could be transformed into a source of energy?
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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.
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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.
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How quantum computing and AI are driving the next wave of cyber defence innovation
IT in Manufacturing

We are standing at the edge of a new cybersecurity frontier, shaped by quantum computing, AI and the ever-expanding IIoT. To stay ahead of increasingly sophisticated threats, organisations must embrace a new paradigm that is proactive, integrated and rooted in zero-trust architectures.
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Optimising MRO operations through artificial intelligence
RS South Africa, IT in Manufacturing

AI is reshaping industrial operations at every level in the maintenance, repair and operations supply chain, where it is driving efficiency, predictive insight and smarter decision making.
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Siemens brings the industrial metaverse to life
Siemens South Africa, IT in Manufacturing

Siemens has announced a new software solution that builds Industrial metaverse environments at scale, empowering organisations to apply industrial AI, simulation and real-time physical data to make decisions virtually, at speed and at scale.
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Lubrication application a key component for wire rope longevity
Motion Control & Drives

As part of its extensive work to help develop benchmarking standards for wire rope lubrication in South Africa, lubrication specialists Lubrication Engineers South Africa has found the Viper wire rope lubricator to be a key element for effective lubrication application and rope maintenance.
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Gauge maintenance for shutdown
SA Gauge, Pneumatics & Hydraulics

As the year winds down, many plants across South Africa prepare for the annual shutdown. It’s also the perfect opportunity to give your pressure and temperature gauges the attention they deserve.
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SAIMC Zambia
SAIMC, SAIMC, News

SAIMC Zambia marked its 21st anniversary with the annual SAIMC Banquet, held on 29 November 2025 at Mukwa Lodge in Kitwe, Zambia.
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Hydraulic system upgrades to boost performance and save money
CT Hydraulics (Nqoba) , Pneumatics & Hydraulics

Those working with hydraulic or pneumatic systems know that keeping your machinery running at peak performance balances productivity and cost. As systems age, they often become less efficient, requiring more energy and more frequent repairs. The good news is that you don’t always need to invest in an entirely new machine to solve these problems.
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HC Series hand controller
SCADA/HMI

The HC Series hand controller is a pre-qualified solution for demanding environments, and ensures safe and intuitive command where standard controls fail.
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Windows tablets for Zone 1/21, Zone 2/22 and mining
Extech Safety Systems, IS & Ex

Extech is expanding its portfolio with the Windows-based tablets IS945.1, IS945.2, and IS945.M1. For the first time, EX certification is combined with full Windows compatibility, without compromising on software or security.
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Making lines safer with smarter connection
Hydrasales, Pneumatics & Hydraulics

Imagine connecting multiple hydraulic lines or a combination of hydraulic, electrical and grease lines with one single, confident movement. That’s the everyday convenience operators get from Faster’s MultiFaster multi-coupling systems.
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SKF launches the Patent Bay
SKF South Africa, News

SKF is launching The Patent Bay, a new platform open to companies that aim to accelerate technologies with the potential to advance sustainability, by making selected patents freely available to others.
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Mastering inline LNG flow monitoring
Flow Measurement & Control

[Sponsored] As global demand for cleaner, more flexible energy sources continues to rise, liquefied natural gas (LNG) stands at the forefront of the energy transition. Engineered for excellence in cryogenic environments, the Anton Paar L-Cor 8000 flowmeter redefines inline LNG flow monitoring.
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Expanded range of variable step-down power modules
Electrical Power & Protection

The MagI3C-VDMM power module product family from Würth Elektronik continues to grow.
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Products from maxon
Motion Control & Drives

A wide range of new products is available from motion control specialist, maxon. with a diverse technology portfolio ranging from highly integrated robotic actuators to powerful servo drives and controllers.
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