PC-based control monitors road tunnel with flexible scalability October 2020, Beckhoff Automation With more than 200 industrial PCs in operation, the Kaisermühlen Tunnel in Vienna shows that scalable PC-based control technology from Beckhoff is an optimum automation platform in this environment.
PC-based control reduces complexity in folio applications October 2020, Beckhoff Automation BW Papersystems relied on PC-based control for the development of the eCon folio-size sheeter, which greatly reduced complexity and costs compared to the legacy system it replaced.
Improved production capacity and efficiency 30 September 2020, Omron Electronics BOLÇİ Bolu Chocolate (Bolci) was formed in 1992. It now has over 300 employees and produces over 800 different products. The company produces over 200 tons of chocolate items each month in a factory that ...
EtherCAT I/O for conveyor control September 2020, Beckhoff Automation Integrated compact motor controller reduces cabling effort and increases diagnostic capabilities for roller conveyor systems.
Robots could solve the social distancing problem September 2020, Yaskawa Southern Africa While South Africa has seen a significant uptake in robotic technology, there are signs it will grow in the years to come as businesses make provision for these types of advancements.
Fully automated CIP system upgrade at a food factory September 2020, Hybrid Automation Hybrid automation was recently approached to upgrade the CIP system at a food production plant based on the East Rand of Johannesburg.
Machine upgrade at Rostberg August 2020, Ana-Digi Systems Ana-Digi Systems designs and delivers a state-of-the-art, reliable machine upgrade to match its client’s requirements of easy setup and low maintenance.
HMIs improve operations and maintenance collaboration June 2020, Emerson Automation Solutions It is essential that operators and maintenance engineers work together to resolve issues quickly, before they affect plant performance. However, coordinating actions between these departments can be challenging.
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SLE5 series label sensor June 2020, Turck Banner Southern Africa The small infrared light spot of Banner’s new SLE5 can quickly detect the gap between opaque labels on clear or opaque backing. The 5 mm slot width and 50 mm slot depth allow precise detection of a wide ...
PC-based control technology for process automation May 2020, Beckhoff Automation Progress is not based on the innovative creation of buzzwords. Unfortunately, the development of enabling technologies in recent decades did not help to raise process automation to an advanced level. ...
PC-based control for Covid-19 rapid testing production lines June 2020, Beckhoff Automation The rapid testing equipment production lines made by Ginolis in Qulunsalo, Finland, have proven themselves in the market for almost a decade. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, previously delivered ...
PCS Global keeps Dairymaid production on track May 2020, PCS Global Commonly known as ‘the smile maker’, Dairymaid’s ice cream has been a favourite in many South African households for the past three decades. Keeping the factory running and ensuring the quality of the ...
The efficient and easy to configure DALI-2 lighting solution May 2020, Beckhoff Automation The TwinCAT 3 Lighting Solution, which is easy and convenient to configure via Excel files, simplifies all work steps from engineering to maintenance. All typical lighting controls are integrated in the ...
Flexibility of PC-based control minimises development times May 2020, Beckhoff Automation The outbreak of Covid-19 in China created a massive demand for masks and other medical products. Xiamen Booltech recognised the need to produce N95 masks, which provide protection for both medical staff ...
Water management from Siemens optimises flood control April 2020, Siemens South Africa The Erftverband is an organisation that includes municipalities, counties, industry and utilities, and as a public corporation it is responsible for cleaning private and industrial wastewater along the ...
Enabling an energy-efficient HVAC system for a hypermarket March 2020, RJ Connect Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) is the technology of indoor and vehicular environmental comfort. HVAC systems are mostly used in hypermarkets to provide shoppers comfort and acceptable ...
