Motion control platform with customisable CNC user interface September 2024 The motion control experts at Aerotech have further expanded their Automation1 motion control platform. The latest version, 2.8, comes with a customisable CNC user interface, and now offers even more flexibility and user-friendliness for CNC users.
SEW-EURODRIVE’s growing local range drives entry into new markets September 2024, SEW-EURODRIVE SEW-EURODRIVE is rolling out an even greater selection of planetary drives as part of its strategy to ‘close the loop’ in its product offerings by expanding into more industry sectors, showcasing new opportunities for industrial gearbox users.
Addressing water conservation challenges September 2024 A recent report by the University of California underscores the urgent need for innovative strategies to improve water conservation efforts. David Strain, director at Technidrive, and an expert on integrated automation systems, explains why quarrying thickeners have emerged as a promising solution.
Taking reliability to the trenches August 2024, SKF South Africa SKF’s maintenance-free Y Bearing Unit has significantly extended equipment uptime for key customer Gibela, a leading level 5CE CIBD-rated civils company with more than ten years of experience in the field.
Adjustable chocks support extremely large telescope August 2024, SKF South Africa Adjustable chocks from SKF will play an important role in the world’s largest visible/near-infrared telescope, the ELT, which is currently under construction in Chile.
Safe handling in all sectors August 2024, Bearing Man Group t/a BMG BMG is committed to ensuring optimum safety standards in all sectors, and encourages and assists customers to adhere to stringent safety legislation during bulk handling. Tsubaki backstops and cam clutches, which have been developed and manufactured in Japan for high efficiency and optimum safety in high- or low-speed applications, meet the requirements of current legislation.
Motion control solutions for better machining results August 2024 NSK Europe is shining the spotlight on its latest solutions for machine tools. Innovative NSK bearings, ball screws, and linear guides can deliver significant gains for both machine users and builders.
Drive technology for tunnel construction August 2024 Compact, robust, and reliable - these are the advantages of RUD’s Tecdos drive technology, which is a gamechanger in tunnel construction.
Modernising for productivity August 2024, SEW-EURODRIVE Making its debut appearance at NAMPO Cape in Bredasdorp in September this year, geared motor specialist SEW-EURODRIVE is all set to excite the farming community with even more solutions to drive productivity and efficiency.
Cost-effective machine health monitoring August 2024, SKF South Africa The easy to use SKF QuickCollect Bluetooth-enabled, handheld sensor monitors the health of rotating machinery via mobile iOS and Android apps, identifies developing issues, and mitigates potential failures by enabling customers to initiate predictive maintenance.
Beer brewers avoid grease contamination August 2024, igus A study by RWTH Aachen University and igus recently quantified the financial and environmental benefits of using lubrication-free polymer bearings over traditional metal bearings. The study revealed that users can save millions of rands annually in lubricant costs, significantly reducing their environmental impact.
Supporting the low-carbon steel movement Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2024 With a legacy of pioneering safer, more productive, and sustainable equipment and services, Konecranes is committed to advancing a decarbonised and circular world for customers and society.
Harnessing robotics for a sustainable future Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2024, Yaskawa Southern Africa Yaskawa South Africa stands at the forefront of the green revolution, leveraging advanced robotics to drive sustainable manufacturing practices.
Testing your motor control coordination August 2024 Referro Systems, a supplier of control and automation solutions for the industrial sector, is warning against the risks of using untested components in motor control combinations.
Parker’s non-welded flange technology for hydraulics August 2024, Parker Hannifin - Sales Company South Africa Parker’s 37 non-welded flange technology is known for its ability to reduce the installation time and cost of hydraulic systems compared to traditional welded flanges. Hidroser, a Parker Premier Distributor in Turkey, has started this technology for hydraulic operated systems on board its vessels.
Emission-free mobility with hydrogen Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2024, Editor's Choice We are now used to cars powered by electricity; but in the quest for zero carbon emissions, hydrogen cars, or hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), could be the next big thing in the automotive industry.
Decarbonising bearing production Technews Industry Guide: Sustainable Manufacturing 2024, SKF South Africa SKF and voestalpine Wire Technology, a subsidiary of the leading steel and technology group voestalpine, have successfully produced the first prototype bearing made from steel that contains hydrogen direct reduced iron
Grease that can take the load I&C July 2024, SKF South Africa SKF’s new general purpose, high load bearing lithium-free grease caters to the lubrication requirements of a wide range of industries and applications.
Safe operation of hydraulic systems I&C July 2024 Hydraulic check valves are one of the most common valve types, and are essential components in hydraulic systems. There is potential for optimisation, particularly in applications in which screwable check valves are used in aluminium blocks.
How to raise the bar in port operation efficiency and productivity I&C July 2024 In the ever-evolving world of maritime logistics, optimising the efficiency and productivity of port operations is essential for staying competitive. The solution to meeting these requirements lies in harnessing the potential of innovative and advanced technologies from reputable global manufacturers.
