TwinCAT 3 consistently supports modern multicore processor technology. The multi-thread capability enables the application to be distributed across several cores. Supplemented by TwinCAT Core Boost, the computing performance of individual real-time or user-mode cores...
The AX8820 universal regenerative unit from Beckhoff is used to feed regenerative energy back into the grid. It is suitable for use with the AX8000 multi-axis servo system, AX5000 digital compact servo drives, and third-party devices. The energy is regenerated...
Emerson has announced the Fisher™ FIELDVUE™ DVC7K Digital Valve Controller, a new design improving upon 30 years of field-proven innovation. The DVC7K features Advice at the Device™ technology with embedded computing and analytics that convert raw data into actionable...
In the heart of modern agriculture, where precision and efficiency are paramount, Aspera Systems is paving the way for a new era of farming with its cutting-edge automation solutions. As the world grapples with increasing demands for food production and...
Emerson has introduced the Micro Motion™ G-Series line of Coriolis mass flow and density meters, the most compact dual-tube Coriolis mass flow meters on the market. The Micro Motion G-Series Coriolis Flow and Density Meter offers the same level of quality and...
Media such as fluids or gases must be shut off, released, dosed, distributed or mixed. These tasks are among the tasks undertaken by solenoid valves. This means that they are subject to countless requirements in a wide range of different application environments. The...
Control valves from ARCA are playing a key role the European Space Agency’s generation 6 ARIANE rocket launchers at its launch pad located near Kourou in French Guiana. They also feature in the SpaceX launch site, Starbase in South Texas. The new ARIANE generation 6...
Modern day plastics have improved to the point where they are able to outperform traditional materials in a myriad of applications and even withstand high loads and abrasive conditions. Polymer technology in products like igus’ igutex fibre composite technology is...
Major industrial accidents worldwide, like the Bhopal chemical plant disaster, have occurred due to insufficient and poorly designed safety systems. Safety Integrity Level (SIL) ratings were first introduced as part of IEC 61508 in 1998 and seek to quantify the...
Omniflex has completed the replacement of two obsolete alarm units at Lerwick power station (LPS), the diesel-powered facility that provides energy to the Shetland Islands, UK. Critical alarms are an essential part of safety regulations at remote industrial sites, so...
Push button boxes are used in numerous industrial applications. Connecting these to an IO-Link master not only entails higher costs but also additional cabling efforts. It is significantly more economical to connect several push buttons to one port. It has therefore...
The powerful Fluke 831 Laser simplifies precision shaft alignment and saves thousands in downtime and energy waste by making it practical to align most machines in the facility, not just a select few. Misalignment causes at least half of all damage to rotating...
More intelligence in the plant: This is what the manufacturer-independent communication standard IO-Link stands for. From machine and plant engineering to material handling, IO-Link is widely used in modern factory automation. In addition to IO-Link masters,...
Intrinsically safe isolators offer a wide choice and are designed to make your life easier Point-to-point connections with ISpac isolating barriers are a proven solution that is easy to implement. ISpac isolating barriers are particularly easy and inexpensive to...
Emerson has expanded the capabilities of its AgileOps Operations Management Software in its newest release. AgileOps version 5 delivers improved functionality across its reporting features, interface, and enterprise connectivity to help users deliver value more...
The pressure transmitter incorporates an imported silicon piezoresistive sensor as the core pressure measurement component, categorized into three distinct types: simple, sanitary, and industrial. The simple type pressure transmitter is available in two...
Eaton, the intelligent power management company, has introduced its latest rack-mounted, three-phase online uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to the South Africa and East Africa markets. The new Eaton 93PX 15-20 kVA UPS combines high efficiency with a compact...
The new model T38 digital temperature transmitter from WIKA enables extremely flexible and stable temperature measurement. The instrument offers a maximum of sensor connection combinations and a new type of drift detection. Head-mounted and rail-mounted versions are...
Emerson is helping customers more quickly and efficiently transition legacy technology to modern DeltaV™ automation architecture that modernises and digitises operations. Emerson’s REVAMP advanced software solution uses cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI)...
The HDCP series Intelligent Differential Pressure Transmitter is a high-performance pressure transmitter featuring cutting-edge technology. It has been developed utilizing an internationally advanced monocrystal silicon pressure sensor and a patented packaging...
The Bürkert Type 8050 compact electromagnetic flowmeter is designed for the unique demands of water, wastewater, food and beverage, and various other industries. Its applications encompass monitoring water consumption in energy management, facilitating precision in...
Rapid opening or closing valves in industrial process piping systems can lead to several problems. Here’s a rundown of potential issues: Water Hammer: This is one of the most commonly known problems resulting from the rapid closing or opening of valves. Also...
Because of their direct influence on cost, safety, and efficiency, cycle life is a vital criterion when applying pneumatic actuators on industrial quarter-turn valves. In terms of cost, frequent replacements or repairs of actuators can lead to higher expenses over...
REDWAVE, the world leader in XRF sensor-based sorting technology, proudly introduces a new generation of sorting machines. The cutting-edge REDWAVE XRF fine sorting machine sets new benchmarks for sorting fine materials in the metal recycling industry. It can...
Pressure monitoring in mobile tanks is an important measuring task in the pharmaceutical industry. Among other things, it enables users to check whether the containers are leaktight during transport. In the case of active ingredients, this is an absolute necessity....
Tracer kits simplify the process of troubleshooting energised and de-energised wires in residential, commercial and industrial environments up to safety rating CAT IV 600 V . Comtest, local representative of Fluke, global technology leader in compact, professional...
The mining and refining of precious and base metals involve many precisely coordinated processes in a harsh environment. Accurate measurement plays a critical role in these operations. It ensures precise reagent dosing and level monitoring, ensuring a high-quality and...
Today, laser cladding is often used for coating rotationally symmetrical components. Ponticon GmbH, based in Wiesbaden, Germany, is expanding its range of applications to include coating and additive manufacturing of any geometries with the pE3D system. The...
In thermal power plants, more than 50% of the energy is usually lost in the form of heat. The natural gas driven power plant at Melbourne Airport, on the other hand, uses the waste heat to generate heat and cooling, thus achieving a much higher energy yield. This is...
Beckhoff provides a comprehensive package of different cycles for triple-axis milling and drilling with the TwinCAT 3 CNC Milling Base. It facilitates programming for these machines by encapsulating the required processes in parameterizable and reusable modules. The...
The LB 476 Level+ system adds that little extra to radiometric level measurements, which makes it the perfect system for challenging processes. Dual level measurement LB 476 Level+ allows a simultaneous monitoring of two levels based on two different calibration...
Voltage sags, tripping breakers, overheated electrical panels, and excessive voltage levels indicate possible trouble in an electrical distribution system. Understanding that these symptoms tell us something is wrong with the power system is helpful. But where, oh...
Temperature plays a significant role in many product manufacturing processes. In such cases, a tempering machine is used. This is a permanently installed device which is responsible, as an integral component of a production plant, for tempering a mould or chosen tool...
During metal casting, the liquid material is poured into a mould, which, after solidification, becomes a solid body. Both too-high and too-low casting temperatures can lead to quality defects. If the temperature of the liquid metal is too low, it may cool down too...
Direct Part Marks (DPM) are the intricate language of industry – codes, symbols, and text etched or printed directly onto parts, defying the limitations of labels. Often taking the form of Data Matrix or QR codes, DPMs play an important role in traceability across...
Unmanned vehicles sensing the future. Impossible? Omron says Not. Imagine the city centre of a modern metropolis in 2030- a multitude of unmanned, electrically powered vehicles driving swiftly and silently through the streets. These vehicles since traffic lights and...
In the town of Vicenza in northern Italy, two lovers of perfection came together. One was trying to find the perfect aroma, the other the perfect position for a sensor in the silo. Coffee lovers around the world now benefit from this obsession when they get the...
In the underground maze of urban progress, few things are as crucial as the delicate network of gas distribution pipelines. As cities around Africa surge forward into the future, the significance of securing the safety, efficiency, and environmental sustainability of...
Traditionally, identifying defects and scratches in production has required the sensitivity and knowledge of technicians with extensive experience. But owing to rising labour costs and a shortage of skilled labour, manufacturers need to automate processes that once...
Operational managers want to get the best value possible from their maintenance supplies. When it comes to steam boiler chemicals and other water treatment solutions, it might seem like the best value is based on the price per kilogram or litre of a can of chemicals....
Fluke interviewed a manufacturer regarding air leaks. This manufacturer literally helps keep the wheels of commerce moving. As one of the world’s foremost aftermarket manufacturers of wheel-services equipment, the company designs, builds, and markets products under...
Polymer energy chains provide improved low maintenance protection for cables, hoses and pneumatics for industrial equipment wherever power, data, control, fibre and optic cables are required. Global polymer manufacturer, igus is steadily making inroads into where its...
EtherCAT is becoming the most popular machine protocol. Why? Unmatched performance, the highest precision, and real openness make the difference to other Ethernet industrial protocols. EtherNet/IP is an excellent network for controller-to-controller applications with...
Safety and efficiency are coupled with ergonomic design and engineered air nozzle technology to produce the VariBlast® Precision Safety Air Gun – an essential tool for processes needing a handheld and effective blowoff solution. The VariBlast Precision Safety...
AMS Device Manager adds Data Server technology to improve digital transformation outcomes, expand intelligent field device data accessibility and integration for analytics. Emerson is helping process manufacturers improve performance and sustainability by breaking...
Kinetrol’s “Blueline” Series of pneumatic vane actuators are for use in food service and beverage processing. The actuators are intended to be installed in areas where harsh chemical wash-down is required. These areas are very tough on most types of...
Anti-surge valves (ASV) meet the most stringent requirements and in the event of a disturbance, must open lightning fast, with precise positioning and absolute reliability. ASV’s are often used with axial compressors in the steel industry. One of the world’s leading...
Valve supplier Bilfinger Intervalve Africa succeeded in improving the steam system of a paper mill for an increase in efficiency and productivity and a reduction in operational costs. “Top performers in the paper and pulp industry are constantly striving to increase...
Less energy consumption, less cleaning effort and more safety: As part of the pipeline, the new model DMSU22SA in-line process transmitter from WIKA helps to optimise sterile processes in the pharmaceutical and food industries. The instrument communicates via HART®...
For the positioning systems of the 3-series family, the drive technology specialist halstrup-walcher provides its customers with standardized simulation models that map the behaviour of the drives. They can be integrated into the customer’s digital machine twin...
