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Electrical power solutions from TRAFO
February 2025
Having rapidly carved a niche in dry-type transformer applications in Africa, Trafo Power Solutions has steadily grown its offerings, and now sees a future as a leading provider of electrical power solutions. ...

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Boiler update at food processing plant transforms production process
February 2025
The replacement of 78 year-old boilers at a Western Cape food processing plant by Associated Energy Services has not only proven to be a worthwhile investment for the client, but has transformed its entire production process.

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Three financing trends driving clean energy in the Global South
February 2025, Schneider Electric South Africa
The Global South is at a critical juncture in its energy transition, grappling with challenges that demand immediate action. To finance its energy targets, the World Economic Forum’s Network to Mobilise Clean Energy Investment in emerging markets and developing economies has developed a playbook of over 100 financing mechanisms and de-risking tools that have successfully helped narrow the clean energy financing gap in emerging and developing economies.

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New generation low power frequency inverters
February 2025, Bearing Man Group t/a BMG
New to BMG’s electromechanical range are energy-efficient Synergy PI150 series frequency inverters, which have been designed for efficient use in many applications.

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Steam is an enduring and effective heat transfer mechanism
February 2025
The science behind steam use and heat transfer is fundamental to many processes, and will remain a requirement for many industries into the future. The mode of steam generation might change and the fuels might change, but steam will be needed.

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EtherCAT power measurement terminal
February 2025, Beckhoff Automation
Beckhoff’s EL3453-0090 EtherCAT power measurement terminal has voltage inputs for direct monitoring of powerful generators up to 690 V AC, such as those commonly used in the wind energy industry.

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Microgrids in buildings pioneer the future of energy management
February 2025, Schneider Electric South Africa
Microgrids are emerging as a game-changing concept, particularly within commercial and industrial buildings, in a world that continues to shift towards more sustainable practices. By offering a decentralised approach to energy, microgrids allow buildings to generate, manage and utilise their electricity more efficiently.

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Clarifying boiler water treatment
February 2025
Poor boiler water treatment is the primary cause of poor boiler performance. Correctly treated boiler water is integral to preventive maintenance and essential to ensuring boiler safety and operational and energy efficiency.

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Schneider Electric’s next generation UPS
February 2025, Schneider Electric South Africa
Schneider Electric has launched the new Galaxy VXL – a highly efficient, compact, modular, scalable and redundant 500-1250 kW (400V) 3-phase uninterruptible power supply, complete with enhanced cybersecurity, software and safety features.

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Energy delivery to shape the future of sub-Saharan Africa
February 2025, ACTOM Electrical Machines
The transmission and distribution of energy are the critical links connecting power generation facilities to consumers. In sub-Saharan Africa, their quality and capacity significantly impacts economic development and quality of life.

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Four-digit multifunction instrument
January 2025, Vepac Electronics
The OM 403 model series comprises four-digit panel programmable instruments designed for maximum usefulness and user comfort, while maintaining their fair price.

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New function/arbitrary waveform generator
January 2025, Vepac Electronics
Siglent has released the SDG1000X Plus series Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator, providing engineers with a more flexible and efficient signal generation solution.

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World’s fastest 14-bit arbitrary waveform generator
January 2025, Vepac Electronics
The ARB Rider AWG-7000 is the world’s fastest 14-bit arbitrary waveform generator, with a 20 GS/s real time update rate and 14-bit vertical resolution. Thanks to Simple Rider software, it offers best-in-class performances and an easy to use interface.

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Steam on demand
January 2025
Rental boilers are increasingly popular, offering the convenience of on-demand power and heat without the commitment of a permanent installation. They are an ideal solution while a customer awaits repairs, or only needs a boiler for a particular period, or does not have the capital to invest upfront.

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High-voltage backup power solutions
January 2025
Businesses are facing increasing pressure to rethink their approach to power. As a result, there’s been a significant uptick in interest in high-voltage installations, either as standalone battery energy storage systems, or as solar installations feeding into battery storage.

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Rotary friction welding – a first for Tutuka power station
January 2025
Steinmüller Africa has successfully used rotary friction welding in a project with engineering consultant, eNtsa. This innovative technique was applied to fabricating four headers used for high-pressure water heater boiler units installed at Tutuka power station in Mpumalanga.

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Why it is vital to size soft starters carefully
January 2025, WEG Africa
The application of soft starters has become a well-established strategy to improve the uptime and lifespan for motors and mechanical equipment driven by motors, but they need to be chosen carefully.

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Changeover switch between two power supplies
January 2025, Schneider Electric South Africa
Schneider Electric South Africa has unveiled the Resi9 Changeover Switch product range which provides the perfect solution to switch manually between two power supplies or circuits.

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Partial discharge monitoring solution for MV switchgear
January 2025, Schneider Electric South Africa
Schneider Electric South Africa has unveiled its PowerLogic PD100 Partial Discharge Monitoring Solution, designed to be installed on MV switchgear to detect anomalies early, to prevent unplanned downtime.

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ABB production site reduces total emissions by 80%
January 2025
Continuing its commitment to sustainable manufacturing, ABB’s Mexican production site for load centres and safety switches in Saltillo has reduced emissions by 80% in the past two years.

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