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Making a world of difference with process automation
31st July 2023

Across societies and economies, many of us take it for granted that we have reliable power at the flip of a switch, that water flows at the turn of a tap, or that goods are available at our... 


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Diagnostic tool improves condition monitoring
30th July 2023

SKF has added to its Microlog Analyzer portfolio of data collection devices with the recent introduction of its Microlog Analyzer dBX. The tool is said to offer faster measurement collection and... 


The advancements related to the modernisation of the attack helicopter are a key technology driver for the Denel Group
Denel, global firm advance Rooivalk modernisation plans
27th July 2023 By: Cameron Mackay

State-owned Denel’s Denel Aeronautics division and global defence and advanced electronics company Aselsan Elektronik Sanayi (Aselsan) have strengthened their strategic collaboration by signing a... 


Private sector helps provide acceptable air quality
21st July 2023

Amid ongoing loadshedding, members of the private sector are looking for ways to improve air quality during working hours owing to higher emissions being released as a result of State-owned utility... 


Sustainability through Optimisation
Sustainability through Optimisation
20th July 2023

Sustainability involves more than monitoring and reporting emissions. Understanding and controlling the entire process chain is crucial for prolonged maintenance and support. Through optimisation,... 


Aus joins methane mitigation alliance
19th July 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Australia has signed the joint statement on Accelerating Methane Mitigation from the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Value Chain, joining the US, Japan, the Republic of Korea and the European Union.... 


Trade and Industrial Policy Strategies research fellow Sandy Lowitt
Opinion: Does this count as a just transition investment?
17th July 2023

In this article, Trade and Industrial Policy Strategies research fellow Sandy Lowitt writes about the limited discussions that have been held about how just energy transition financing will be... 


AWARDS
The B.E.D. Group received the Comtest Best Industrial Wholesaler 2022 Award, while its Middelburg branch won the Comtest Extra Mile Award
Fastener supplier wins two awards
14th July 2023

Fastener supplier The Bolt and Engineering Distributors (B.E.D.) Group has been recognised for its performance with two awards by test and measurement specialist Comtest. Comtest provides test and... 


An image of the new Pirani Bayard-Alpert vacuum gauge PBR 360
New vacuum gauge ensures process control and operational reliability
14th July 2023

The new Pirani Bayard-Alpert vacuum gauge PBR 360 offers increased accuracy, attractive service concept and longevity owing to its redundant filaments. Vacuum pumps manufacturer Pfeiffer Vacuum has... 


analytica Lab Africa showcases latest laboratory technology solutions for Africa
13th July 2023

Messe Muenchen concluded analytica Lab Africa 2023 in Midrand this month, when thousands of laboratory technology, analysis, biotechnology and diagnostics stakeholders converged at the Gallagher... 


Anglo joins Zambian conference to discuss resource sector taxes
7th July 2023 By: Darren Parker

Diversified mining major Anglo American has joined representatives of government, civil society and other stakeholders in the mining sector at a global conference in Lusaka, Zambia, to discuss the... 


An image of Peresh Wellcome conducting a calibration test
Mobile calibration averts excessive downtime
7th July 2023 By: Nadine Ramdass

Pressure, temperature, level, flow and force measuring technology company WIKA’s mobile calibration vehicles simplify the recalibration of installed instruments; its mobile calibration team... 


Hydro Power Equipment (HPE) director Ulrich Kienle.
Water power in underground mining has gone mainstream, says HPE
6th July 2023 By: Martin Creamer

The long-standing use of water to cool underground mines is increasingly providing the opportunity to apply the free water pressure head that this offers to energise mining equipment. High-pressure... 


PVInsight MD and founder Ernest van Dyk with the only accredited South African mobile solar photovoltaic panel testing lab
PVInsight tests its 20 000th solar PV module
4th July 2023

Consider a large solar photovoltaic (PV) plant with 300 000 PV modules or panels as they are commonly called. How do you know whether they meet the quality or power output standards specified by... 


WIKA's CPG1200 digital pressure gauge
Digital pressure gauge for mobile applications
28th June 2023

The battery-operated CPG1200 digital pressure gauge from WIKA Instruments is designed for use in mobile applications, such as leak testing during transport. The gauge is said to enable the... 


Latest theory and practice in the spotlight at analytica Lab Africa 2023
27th June 2023

New approaches, best practice and innovative technologies will come under discussion at the jam-packed Exhibitor Forum at analytica Lab Africa in Midrand next week. analytica Lab Africa, the only... 


SKF boosts its condition monitoring portfolio with the latest and most powerful diagnostic tool - SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX  
20th June 2023

SKF has extended its Microlog Analyzer family of data collection devices with the recent introduction of the new SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX. This powerful tool offers faster measurement collection... 


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Diagnostic tool added to condition monitoring portfolio
11th June 2023

SKF has extended its range of data collection devices with a new model that it says offers faster measurement collection and greater diagnostic power. The new SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX tool can be... 


Yet another ConCourt challenge to Electoral Amendment Act
Yet another ConCourt challenge to Electoral Amendment Act
9th June 2023 By: News24Wire

The controversial Electoral Amendment Act faces another Constitutional Court challenge, this time related to the signatures prospective independent candidates must obtain to be eligible and the way... 


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Digital, ESG embraced to add new life to operations
9th June 2023

Digital transformation is imperative for mining, serving as the “seamless thread” through all the mining value chain processes, and enhances safety and health, security, production, and workforce... 


Dr Mthandazo Ngwenya
Corporate Social Responsibility - an ever-increasing role in Corporate Strategy
8th June 2023

By Dr Mthandazo Ngwenya, MD: Bigen Development Advisory and Impact The growth of international human rights law in recent times, first targeting government actions and later corporations, are one... 


Digital pressure gauge for use in mobile service applications
7th June 2023

The WIKA model CPG1200 digital pressure gauge enables convenient and flexible setting of operating pressures, readjusting pressure switches and carrying out pressure monitoring – for example leak... 


The project development pipeline in the Renewable Energy Grid Survey, with the advanced projects shown in red.
Renewable Energy Grid Survey points to 66 GW development pipeline in South Africa
6th June 2023 By: Terence Creamer

A new survey of South Africa’s renewable-energy development pipeline, and its potential implications  for grid planning and investment, reveals that there is currently a 66 GW pipeline of wind and... 


Pepperl+Fuchs’ innovative technology revolutionises 3D measurement
1st June 2023

(Virtual Showroom): From industrial automation to autonomous vehicles to care robots, mastering the challenges of the future will require powerful 3D sensors that capture their surroundings... 


Pepperl+Fuchs’ ultrasonic sensors with built-in CAN interface, easily integrate into mobile machines
1st June 2023

(Virtual Showroom): German sensor pioneer Pepperl+Fuchs is breaking new ground in ultrasonic sensor technology for CAN-based applications in mobile machines. For the first time, machine builders... 


Image of VEGAPULS 42 radar level sensor enables communication with IO-Link
Radar sensor furthers factory automation
26th May 2023

IO-Link is used as a communication protocol for complex measuring tasks in factory automation and radar level sensors enable communication with IO-Link. VEGA explains that its VEGAPULS 42 radar... 


Image of the MH-4-CAN pressure sensor from WIKA Instruments
Pressure sensor for mobile working machines
26th May 2023

WIKA Instruments’ MH-4-CAN pressure sensor is described as a powerful, reliable and resilient pressure sensor for mobile working machines. Even under demanding conditions, the sensor is designed to... 


SKF’s most powerful diagnostic tool, the SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX, added to the condition monitoring portfolio
12th May 2023

Building on decades of experience supporting customers to optimize their maintenance activities based on condition monitoring, SKF is today releasing to the market the new SKF Microlog Analyzer... 


“Smart in sensing”: New claim underlines WIKA's strategy
10th May 2023

WIKA is moving into the future with a new claim. It was presented to the public for the first time at the Hannover Messe. With “Smart in sensing” the WIKA Group underlines its corporate strategy... 


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New software tool saves sensor data
5th May 2023

A new backup and restore solution is said to secure and save data from out-of-service or replaced level sensors and pressure sensors. Measurement technology company VEGA notes that smartphones and... 


OEM pressure sensor for mobile working machines
5th May 2023

The MH-4-CAN, based on the MH-4, is a powerful, reliable and extremely resilient pressure sensor for mobile working machines. Even under demanding conditions, the sensor delivers constant, precise... 


VEGAPULS 42 simplifies processes in factory automation
5th May 2023

The IO-Link family from VEGA is growing IO-Link is of particular importance as a communication protocol for the complex measuring tasks in factory automation. VEGAPULS 42 is now the perfect radar... 


Image of The PSD-4 electronic pressure switch from WIKA
Certification makes electronic pressure switch suitable for hygienic applications
5th May 2023

EHEDG and 3-A certification of the PSD-4 electronic pressure switch from WIKA makes it suitable for industries with high hygienic requirements. The switch is regarded as the universal solution for... 


Born in Cape Town and now cleaning waterbodies worldwide – meet the WasteShark
5th May 2023 By: Irma Venter

It’s like a Roomba for water, and it has its roots in Cape Town. If you don’t know what a Roomba is, it is a robotic vacuum cleaner that hoovers your carpets and floors autonomously.  


Image of the WUD-2x-E ultra-high purity transducer from WIKA Instruments
Transducer ensures high-accuracy measurement in the semiconductor industry
28th April 2023

An ultra-high purity transducer from WIKA Instruments is said to be the first transducer to use the SDP 5003.2080, offering maximum security of investment.   The company says that the WUD-2x-E... 


Simplification of the water quality measurement
28th April 2023

Water analysis panel – Multi-parameter measuring system for water quality monitoring Monitoring different parameters in water treatment processes can lead to a setup where different measuring... 


LASE Industrielle Lasertechnik GmbH
LASE Industrielle Lasertechnik GmbH
28th April 2023

LASE Industrielle Lasertechnik GmbH and Dwyka Mining Services are proud to showcase their revolutionary partnership at Tech*Carnival-23. By combining DWYKA’s expertise in mining operations with... 


South Africa remains an attractive investment destination – Kearney
24th April 2023 By: Darren Parker

Global management consulting firm Kearney's recently published '2023 Foreign Direct Investment Confidence Index (FDICI)' reveals a cautiously optimistic outlook among global business leaders, with... 


Image of the WasteShark
Born in Cape Town and now cleaning waterbodies worldwide – meet the WasteShark
19th April 2023 By: Irma Venter

It’s like a Roomba for water, and it has its roots in Cape Town. If you don’t know what a Roomba is, it is a robotic vacuum cleaner that hoovers your carpets and floors autonomously.  


FUCHS supports education drive with yearly bursary programme
17th April 2023

A key pillar for social and economic upliftment is education, as well as being an important measurement on the B-BBEE scorecard. “Supporting education initiatives is a main part of our social... 


Large rolls of flat rolled steel, set for distribution to manufactures according to the Southern Africa Stainless Steel Development Association
Sector stays sturdy despite challenges
7th April 2023 By: Halima Frost

The stainless steel sector remains steadfast in its resilience, and is even more determined to fight for its well-deserved place in growing the South African economy, says Southern Africa Stainless... 


Ultra high purity transducer
4th April 2023

The WUD-2x-E model is a particularly compact, ultra high purity transducer for high-accuracy pressure measurement of ultrapure gases in the semiconductor industry. It is the first transducer to use... 


Image of Emerson's new flushing ring design
Flushing Rings with integrated valves
4th April 2023

Emerson has introduced a new flushing ring design that is said to reduce maintenance and improve differential pressure (DP) measurement accuracy, while also reducing installation time by... 


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