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Windows tablets for Zone 1/21, Zone 2/22 and mining
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
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 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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Latest articles

SEW-EURODRIVE service centre transforms future of drive repairs
SEW-EURODRIVE, Motion Control & Drives

In a momentous step for the local industrial gearbox and drives market, SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa has formally opened a new service and repair facility alongside its headquarters in Aeroton,
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Novel bearing steel next generation of aeroengines
SKF South Africa, Motion Control & Drives

SKF continues to re-imagine intelligent and clean rotation with the development of an innovative temperature-resistant, corrosion-tolerant steel called ARCTIC15 designed for aeroengine bearings.
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Quantum engine powered by particle entanglement
Electrical Power & Protection

In a landmark achievement that signals a new era in energy research, a team of physicists in China has carried out the first successful test of a quantum engine powered by particle entanglement. This technological breakthrough represents a fundamental shift in our approach to energy production.
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Recovering condensate and waste heat
Electrical Power & Protection

According to Associated Energy Services, strong partnerships with thermal energy users optimise opportunities to benefit from condensate return. waste heat recovery and the prevention of system contamination.
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From the editor's desk: Where is AI taking us?
Technews Publishing (SA Instrumentation & Control), News

      Welcome to another year with SA Instrumentation & Control. May it be a happy and healthy one where you can rise to the challenges ahead and still enjoy all the good things we have in this country.  ...
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Africa’s digital future – building critical power infrastructure for data centre leadership
Electrical Power & Protection

Africa’s digital economy is growing rapidly, and countries like South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya are leading the way. However, a major challenge remains. Sustainable and reliable power systems must form the backbone of Africa’s digital growth to ensure lasting success.
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Common battery tester errors and what they mean
Comtest, Electrical Power & Protection

Battery testers help quickly assess battery health, diagnose issues, and determine whether a battery needs a charge or replacement. This guide covers some of the most common battery tester errors, what they mean, and what can cause them.
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Africa’s data centre ecosystem needs robust data protection strategies
IT in Manufacturing

As Africa accelerates its digital transformation, local data centres are becoming critical enablers that bring cloud services closer to users, reduce latency and support compliance with data sovereignty laws. Along with this, data protection has moved from the bottom of the IT budget to the top of the strategic agenda.
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AI adoption in South Africa focuses on AI ethics and privacy measures
IT in Manufacturing

South African organisations are integrating AI technologies with a deliberate, privacy-first mindset, creating sustainable frameworks for digital transformation and regulatory compliance
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AI agents for digital environment management in SA
IT in Manufacturing

The conversation about artificial intelligence in South Africa has shifted rapidly over the past year. Among the technologies changing the pace of business are AI agents - autonomous, task-driven systems designed to operate with limited human input.
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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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Strategic system upgrades beat mining obsolescence and drive productivity
Motion Control & Drives

Mining operations are under constant pressure to maintain output while controlling costs. One persistent challenge continues to confront the industry, knowing when and how to upgrade aging systems before they become a liability.
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Upgrading obsolete rack-based alarms
Omniflex Remote Monitoring Specialists, Industrial Wireless

Legacy alarm replacement specialist, Omniflex has supported a major oil and gas company in Qatar by upgrading the obsolete MPAS 90 alarm systems at one of its major plants in the country.
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Flexible, lightweight disc couplings for advance
Bearing Man Group t/a BMG, Enclosures, Cabling & Connectors

BMG has expanded its extensive portfolio of quality branded couplings with the introduction of the ESCODISC FIL series, a new generation of flexible, lightweight disc couplings.
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Industrial valve solutions
Bearing Man Group t/a BMG, Valves, Actuators & Pump Control

BMG’s Fluid Technology division supplies and supports an extensive range of components for fluid technology systems. These include valves, hydraulic hoses and fittings, accumulators, cylinders, heat exchangers, hydraulic motors and hydraulic plumbing, as well as pumps and reservoir accessories.
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Multifunction installation tester speeds up testing by 30%
Comtest, Electrical Power & Protection

Comtest has launched the new Fluke 1670 Series Multifunction Installation Tester, which can cut the amount of time electricians and maintenance technicians spend producing reports by up to 50%,
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