Wheeling is a secret weapon for industry September 2024 While the lights have stayed on after the national elections, businesses across the board are paying close to 34% more for their power than they did two years ago. Brandon Horn, head of Commercial at SolarAfrica, cautions that these increases are not likely to change any time soon, and highlights the benefits of wheeling for a brighter bottom line.
Load balancing can alleviate green taxes September 2024 Whether it is the South African government’s recently signed carbon tax legislation, or the advent of green import taxes imposed by the EU, South Africa’s manufacturing sector faces considerable sustainability challenges.
Industrial ecology for true sustainability September 2024 Engineers have long drawn inspiration from nature. Examples of such biomimicry include passive ventilation systems modelled after termite mounds, and wind turbine blades with scalloped edges inspired by humpback whale flippers, which dramatically reduce drag. Now an emerging field is inspiring engineers to model industrial systems on nature’s elegantly designed cycles and systems.
Schneider Electric launches new range of contactors September 2024, Schneider Electric South Africa Schneider Electric has launched its latest range of Easy TeSys contactors. This is an easy solution for OEMs, panel builders, contractors and system integrators who have a need for motor control, resistive load switching, and isolation applications.
Making a world of difference in energy security September 2024, ABB South Africa ABB‘s integrated automation and digital solutions support many customers worldwide in developing new and renewable energy models, enabling energy-efficient and low-carbon operations across traditional industries. ABB Energy Industries has ongoing projects with customers from the oil and gas, chemicals, power generation, life sciences and water industries.
Maximising machine uptime September 2024, Turck Banner Southern Africa Providing critical condition monitoring data about AC-powered equipment, Turck Banner’s new Rogowski coil current sensors help maximise machine uptime with ease.
New-generation circuit breakers September 2024, Schneider Electric South Africa Schneider Electric South Africa has launched its ComPacT NS new-generation circuit breakers, designed to maximise power availability and reliability.
Powering a Mozambique gas project September 2024, WEG Africa Now in the final stages of installation and commissioning, an important substation E-house facility at Sasol’s Upstream Production Sharing Agreement Project in Mozambique has relied on WEG Africa’s depth of experience, locally based technical infrastructure, and specialised skill sets.
Oil and gas industry shifts from fossil fuels to renewable energy September 2024, Parker Hannifin - Sales Company South Africa, Editor's Choice The oil and gas industry is undergoing a paradigm shift as it grapples with the energy transition from fossil fuels to renewables, and oil and gas companies are investing in renewable energy as part of their decarbonisation efforts.
Why battery storage is the backbone of future smart grids September 2024, RJ Connect Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are becoming more and more crucial in modern smart grids as the global energy transition speeds up. Smart grids rely on them to balance and stabilise their loads.
Energising South Africa August 2024, ACTOM Electrical Machines With South Africa facing a critical juncture in its energy transition – needing to meet rising demand while reducing emissions – energy storage is key, promising stable grids, and integrating renewables.
How to measure frequency August 2024 Circuits and equipment may be designed to operate at a fixed or variable frequency. They may perform abnormally if operated at a different frequency than specified.
Power audits – an important step in the sustainability journey in Africa August 2024, Schneider Electric South Africa Sustainability has become a global imperative, with countries and businesses worldwide striving to reduce their environmental impact, conserve resources, and promote long-term viability. In the context of Africa, the sustainability journey is particularly crucial.
Enhanced distribution transformer monitor August 2024, Comtest Comtest announced that the INCON Distribution Transformer Monitor (DTM) from Franklin Electric Grid Solutions has been updated to include new transformer life prediction functionality, enabling service and maintenance forecasting. This leverages predictive algorithms to estimate the remaining lifespan of transformers, streamlining operations.
A guide to spotting solar scams and choosing reliable providers August 2024 With solar energy an increasingly popular and vital component of our national energy strategy, the simultaneous rise of unregulated and substandard fly-by-night service providers poses a significant risk.
ACTOM Distribution Transformers builds first 66kV transformer August 2024, ACTOM Electrical Machines ACTOM Distribution Transformers recently completed the manufacture of its first 66 kV transformer, and says it is ready to become the dominant force in the supply of HV small power transformers on the African continent.
Rack mount on-line UPS improves user interface and lead time August 2024, Emerson Automation Solutions Emerson has announced the new Series D update to the family of proven SolaHD industrial rack-mount online uninterruptible power supplies. The new SolaHD S4KD Series offers significant user interface improvements and other design upgrades to increase reliability and product availability.
Green steel is the foundation for achieving net zero Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2024 Steel is one of the most commonly manufactured materials in the world. Steel production is also hugely carbon intensive, representing a significant proportion of global manmade carbon emissions. In the universal quest for net zero and carbon neutral, green steel production is critical.
New solar projects in Malmesbury Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2024 Sustainable Power Solutions (SPS), a leading developer and owner of solar PV and battery storage projects, has announced the acquisition of two 5 MW solar projects in Malmesbury, Swartland through the purchase of the shareholding in Slimsun Too.
Demand Response – putting the power back in your hands Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2024, Schneider Electric South Africa Demand Response (DR) has been available for some time. However, in light of South Africa’s continued energy challenge, it stepped firmly into the limelight, enabling both consumers and businesses to gain some control over their power usage.
