First Tornado vertical lift module in SA I&C July 2024 The first South African Gonvarri Tornado 9th-generation vertical lifting module was designed and installed for ACDC Dynamics, a market leader in the supply of electrical components for automation, commercial, industrial and mining sectors. It was designed to improve the efficiency of ACDC’s warehouse. It is an ultra-fast, virtually noiseless computer-controlled storage and transfer lift.
Tapered roller bearings keep mining dump trucks rolling I&C July 2024, SKF South Africa SKF designs, develops and manufactures a range of premium quality products to meet the demands of the mining sector, which is notorious for punishing conditions that test machines, equipment, and components to their very limit.
First battery-electric trolley truck system for underground mining I&C July 2024, ABB South Africa Boliden, Epiroc and ABB have passed a new technology milestone by successfully deploying the first fully battery-electric trolley truck system on an 800-metre underground mine test track in Sweden. This means the mining industry is a step closer to realising the all-electric mine of the future, with sustainable, productive operations, and improved working conditions.
New lubrication-free rod ends September 2024, igus The constant need for relubrication of metallic bearing points on rod ends in industrial applications is a time-consuming and expensive exercise and poses a real contamination risk. As a result, igus has developed maintenance-free polymer-hybrid spherical bearings which are a safer and more cost-effective alternative.
Prime gearbox solutions for pump applications I&C July 2024 I-MAK is a premium global brand in the stable of bearings and power transmission specialist, Bearings International. With more than a million references and hundreds of different product lines, the company’s unique power transmission solutions cater to a large range of applications in virtually all industrial segments.
Millions of tons of grease and oil in our waterways I&C July 2024, igus Shocking statistics reveal that approximately 50% of lubricants used on industrial machines and equipment eventually makes their way into the environment, where just one litre of used oil has the capacity to poison about a million litres of water.
High performance in a small, new package I&C July 2024, Bearing Man Group t/a BMG BMG, which celebrates 50 years of business this year, has recently released the new Danfoss iC2-Micro Drive into the African market. This advanced system delivers superior motor control and mechanical brake performance, is more intelligent and powerful than its predecessor, and is easier to use, install and commission.
Future-proofing SMEs with cobots June 2024, Omron Electronics Many countries around the world are likely to experience skill shortages over the coming decade, especially technical specialists. At the same time, product lifecycles are becoming shorter. Collaborative robots are easy to set up, and offer a quick and cost-effective solution.
Sun carries the load June 2024 When valuable lives are hoisted in the air, reliable load holding technology is at its utmost importance. That’s why you can count on Sun’s excellent load holding cartridge valves.
Latest trends in pneumatics systems June 2024 Online teaser: There is a misconception that there is not much innovation in the pneumatics field, but a closer look reveals otherwise.
Agricultural chain solutions June 2024, SKF South Africa SKF agricultural roller chains and special combine, baler and drive chains are used extensively in the agricultural industry on a range of machines and equipment that includes combine harvesters and headers, planters, feed mixers, and balers.
New smart, connected crane June 2024 Konecranes has launched its flagship Konecranes X-series industrial crane, the successor to its popular CXT model. It has a new compact design and safe, reliable technology that, thanks to its wireless upgrade capabilities, can adapt to customer needs now and in the future.
Bosch Rexroth Africa strengthens its offering June 2024 Hydraulic and Automation Warehouse (HAW), a Bosch Rexroth Africa group company, has incorporated Power Team SA’s SPXFLOW and Bolting Systems into its offering.
Lubrication system for Moroccan paper mill June 2024, SKF South Africa SKF enhanced personnel safety and increased machine reliability boosted uptime, and delivered substantial time and cost savings for a leading paper mill in Morocco with the installation of a complete Maxilube lubrication system on a paper machine.
Revolutionising warehouse operations June 2024 With the warehouse industry requiring ever-greater efficiencies, Toyota Material Handling has introduced an articulated forklift truck that revolutionises warehouse operations, and promises heightened agility, unmatched precision, and elevated safety standards.
Sealed split spherical roller bearings June 2024, SKF South Africa In the event of bearing failure, a full day is typically required to remove and replace traditional bearings in the trapped positions on the shaft and to realign the driveline. SKF has the solution, the SKF Cooper sealed split spherical roller bearing.
WEG Africa pioneers local manufacture of MV softstarters I&C July 2024, WEG Africa WEG Africa has become the first OEM to produce medium-voltage softstarters in South Africa, reducing lead times for customers, and supporting the drive for local manufacture.
