Ultrasonic Sensors use sound in the same way dolphins and bats locate their prey in movement. The technology has produced a durable, consistent and accurate means to track and manage a large number of applications and feedback requirements for your automation...

Val.Co has introduced a new LPM level switch specifically designed to control the storage of dusts, granules and solid products. Particularly suited for the pharma, food, plastics and agri markets, the reliable level switch is of robust construction and consists of a...

SECO Process Instrumentation is a consulting company in the field of instrumentation, providing niche analyser, pneumatic and VSD solutions. The company offers cutting-edge technology and integrated services to customers, including engineering designs, field...

Suitable for harsh and demanding environments, Wenglor’s Type 2K photoelectric sensors within the PNG/smart product range have robust stainless steel 316L housings with IP69K protection. This means the units can withstand aggressive cleaning agents, coolants and...

If you want to operate a valve manually but maintain the advantage of the fail-safe spring’s certainty of position when unattended, use this device. Manual unit, cannot be left in the wrong position Reliable torque delivery for valve reseat ISO5211 female drive &...

WIKA South Africa is proud to announce the opening of its new online shop. Now customers in South Africa can order measurement technology directly from the manufacturer. Simple, quick, secure. Select the right product for you from our standard portfolio of pressure,...

Comtest is offering Fluke TiS60+ with patented Fluke IR-Fusion technology that allows users to see things that are invisible to the eye and reveal problems that cannot be detected with other tools. The unit establishes a baseline for equipment, and is simple for the...

Almost 150 languages are derived from Latin. But despite similarities in form, differences in letter combination mean this isn't sufficient to enable interlanguage comprehension. The same goes for processing plants; converting signals generated in the plant into an...

Whether it’s agricultural machinery, construction equipment, or municipal vehicles, intelligent sensors are indispensable throughout the mobile machine market. Accurately recording paths and angles is an integral component of intelligent operating concepts and...

The name says it all – Ceres, the jewel in the Western Cape of South Africa, located only 90 minutes from Cape Town, was appropriately named after the Roman goddess of fertility and agriculture. Protected by majestic mountains, the region offers breath-taking natural...

Comtest is offering Fluke unique tester to the market, in that it sources both ac and dc steady-state voltage for Hi-Z and Lo-Z instruments, thus simplifying safety compliance testing. The Fluke® PRV240 Proving Unit provides a safe and convenient method for “test...

Filter monitoring is a core task of differential pressure gauges – the differential pressure increases as soon as the filter becomes clogged. The measuring instruments thus signal when the filter needs to be cleaned or replaced. The efficiency of such a solution can...

Hardly any other industry is subject to such high-quality requirements and legal regulations as pharmaceutical companies. This applies to active ingredients, production, and storage as well as to the labelling process. The labels must be robust and stick reliably for...

Instrotech, local representative of SELET has a new design for a series of capacitive sensors with more compact dimensions than traditional sensors on the market – 40 mm in total, of which 33 mm is the threaded section for the flush version, and 50 mm in total, for...

Anderson-Negele’s hygienic EL “Extended Life” pressure gauge was designed to offer the best durability in the industry and be the toughest, most reliable gauge for any sanitary application up to 1,000 psig.  Sanitary pressure gauges are subjected to repeated process...

Comtest is offering the Fluke 787B and 789 ProcessMeter™ that doubles the troubleshooting capabilities by combining the power of a safety-rated, digital multimeter and mA loop calibrator into a single, compact test tool. Based on the trusted measurement capabilities...

The D3, a hygienic sensor for processors of food, beverage, and dairy products is designed to be the go-to transmitter for any level applications with pressure and/or vacuum conditions in the head space of the vessel. With accurate, reliable, and repeatable level...

If the alarm in your house becomes obsolete, you simply update it in line with the latest technology to keep you and your family safe. Unfortunately, this common-sense approach doesn’t always extend to industrial plants. Here Ian Loudon, international sales and...

For something so important, we take a lot of the services provided by Domain Name System (DNS) for granted. But DNS availability is critical for anyone providing services or content across the internet, and there have been a number of high-profile, high-impact attacks...

Oil condition analysis equipment that monitors equipment oil in real-time, enabling any anomalies in the oil to be detected at a very early stage, is now available across Africa from Hytec Fluid Technology (HFT). Sourced from England-based OEM Tan Delta, the range of...

Just as too much of a good thing can be wonderful, PlantPAx isn’t resting on its many advantages and achievements in recent years, and is instead building on its gains to give process industry users even more capabilities, efficiency and productivity. This was the...

Highly accurate monitoring of process pressure and robustness against recurring pressure surges are essential in many food applications. The long-life technology of the EL pressure gauges noticeably increases measuring sensitivity and durability: The wear-free...

To open or close a valve or damper automatically in case of a fire this device allows the valve to operate using a fusible link mechanism designed to yield at a set temperature. Reliable torque delivery for valve reseat Available to Models 05, 07, 09 and 12 (maximum...

BAMUL Dairy - The Bangalore Urban, Rural & Ramanagara District Co-Operative Milk Producers societies Union Ltd. (BAMUL) was established 1975, and it is the second largest Dairy Co-Operative in the country. In south India, it stands first in terms of procurement as...

For those who work in industries where flammable materials are present—such as petrochemical and pharmaceutical plants, oil platforms, refineries, pipelines, and mining—the potential for an explosion is a daily reality. All it takes is a flammable material coming into...

The new, compact ES-FLOW™ Ultrasonic Flow Meter/Controller Series ES-113C was designed for the OEM market to measure or dose low volume flows with high precision, high linearity and low pressure drop. Liquid flows from 2 up to 1500 ml/min can be measured using...

The WIKA model PSM-700 mechanical pressure switch has been designed for control and monitoring applications. The measuring element is a fully welded bellow made of stainless steel 316L. This corrosion-resistant pressure switch is suitable for a broad range of media...

Siko’s SGH wire-actuated encoders measure the cylinder stroke as well as its speed in the hydraulic cylinder with impressive efficiency, flexibility and robustness. The technology SGH sensors use a wire draw mechanism that is integrated directly into the cylinder to...

Fluke Ti401 and TiX501 PRO thermal cameras capture and display smaller temperature differences to easily visualize and diagnose issues - making it easier for technicians, engineers and electricians to get to the root cause of problems faster. When diagnosing problems,...

The Anderson-Negele “3 in 1” L3 Pressure and Level Transmitter has been designed to measure process pressure or volumetric and mass level in all hygienic process applications such as brewing, dairy, food, beverage, and pharma processing applications. The exceptional...

Comtest is offering the Fluke 5128A RHapid-Cal Humidity Generator, a portable, versatile humidity generator for calibrating a large workload of probes and loggers in the field or laboratory. The 5128A is ideal for corporate and independent calibration labs where...

Omron’s updated Sysmac Studio 3D Simulation Integrated Development Environment (IDE) with 3D simulation integrates and verifies the movements of robots and peripheral devices. It can digitally reproduce the entire facility to verify the operation to the same accuracy...

Instrotech is offering the Optris PI 05M compact IR thermal imaging camera. The PI 05M works at a spectral response of 500...540 nm which is ideally suited to all applications with molten metal. Another advantage of this spectral range is the lower dependency on...

The new TS series of temperature sensors manufactured by Anderson-Negele are robust in design with higher accuracy, resilience, and exceptional reliability.  The two versions available, the TSB (compact version) & TSM (mini version) with IO-Link distinguishes...

Registration now open for virtual automation event, showcasing cutting-edge innovations, technical education opportunities, and more Rockwell Automation, Inc. has announced the opening of registration for its 30th annual Automation Fair event, to be held virtually,...

English wine is taking off, with more and more people recognising its award winning quality and production growing by the year. A generation ago it was wise to steer clear of ‘British wine’, blends of cheap wine from generally unnamed sources. But since then, a...

In the process industry, differential pressure measurement using primary and secondary circuits has several advantages over conventional differential pressure methods. With WIKA’s new Model DPT-EL differential pressure transmitter, the measuring locations, which are...

Of the many processes involved in finalising a consumer product, the final step can often be the most intricate. For this OMRON customer, the last step in production is to fasten the cover holding screw, closing the unit—in this case, an electric shaver....

The Schlegeis reservoir is part of the "green battery" that provides balance and control energy and also contributes to flood protection in Zillertal. A pressure transmitter from VEGA now measures the water level exactly to the centimetre and is thus, together with a...

In this webinar to be held on the 28th of October 2021, OUR EXPERTS from Berthold show you the advantages of a rod source / point detector arrangement. They will explain what makes this combination the superior solution for most level and belt scale measurement tasks....

Wenglor Sensoric has released 19 new models of the C5PC series of 1D/2D code scanners to expand its portfolio with more powerful and easy-to-operate devices. The simple installation via Plug & Play in particular, as well as the intuitive, browser-based WebLink...

Westermo has launched a new range of industrial cellular wireless products designed to provide resilient data communications for remote sites. The Merlin range of compact, rugged and secure cellular solutions has been specifically developed to support industrial IoT...

The Italian ESN Group specializes in integrated solutions for the automation of packaging lines, which involves labeling, packaging, palletizing and handling products within a production plant. The company relies on control and drive technology from Beckhoff at every...

Established in 1937, Madrid-based company, Normon, has been manufacturing high-quality medicines for over 80 years, serving customers in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors throughout Europe and in the US. The company prides itself in its advanced technology and...

When it comes to producing high-quality railroad tracks, two Chinese specialists rely on the performance of PC-based control technology from Beckhoff: Chengdu Aigre Technology Co., Ltd. (Aigre Tech) applies it with a rail-straightening machine to create seamless...

In just a few years, Danish machine builder Refine Finishing has created a secure position among the world’s leading suppliers of machines that convert digitally printed labels. Equipped with PC-based control from Beckhoff, in particular TwinCAT Vision and TwinCAT...

The WIKA Model IVM monoflange can withstand high pressures, thanks to its one-piece design. It ensures a robust and compact mounting of the measuring instrument directly to the process flange. The use of metal and graphite seals allows working at high temperatures. In...

Infrared thermometers are calibrated with the help of reference radiation sources, so-called black bodies. These radiant sources can produce different temperatures with high stability. Knowing the exact value of the radiation temperature is essential for the...

A clever housing concept permits installation without having to open the box. Designed to customers specifications, the box can be equipped with pushbuttons, key switches, multi-pushbuttons as well as safety components such as an emergency stop. Offered in four sizes,...

By Canninah Mapena, Rockwell Automation Africa is undoubtedly a land of abundance and potential. From our mineral resources to our rich agriculture to our youthful population, there are opportunities abound for us to boost our competitive advantage. Add to this mix...

The highly dynamic world of factory automation relies on sensors with a large variety of technologies. And if these sensors can meet the requirements for hazardous areas, a number of them could also prove to be valuable players in process automation. Pepperl+Fuchs has...

At this year's Husum Wind, Beckhoff will be demonstrating its many years of know-how and its broad product range for the wind power industry. Among the highlights is a control cabinet optimized in terms of space requirements and wiring effort, which is only possible...

The USi-safety ultrasonic sensor system from Pepperl+Fuchs combines the robustness of ultrasonic sensors with intrinsically safe electronics. The device is therefore suitable for the safe control of machines and automated guided vehicles (AGV), among other things. It...

Challenges such as the current pandemic, personnel costs, and a shortage of skilled workers are putting increasing pressure on companies. It is becoming more and more difficult to maintain large-scale plants efficiently and in accordance with requirements, as well as...

EMAG GmbH & Co. KG, based in Salach, Germany, is a specialist for flexible production solutions and offers a broad spectrum of machine tools ranging from standardized machines to customized manufacturing systems. Together with the new EDNA operating and networking...

The SE 656N toroidal conductivity sensor is a sturdy and corrosion-resistant sensor that, thanks to its high chemical resistance and durability when exposed to aggressive media, is particularly suitable for applications in the chemical industry. A combination of a...

The ULTRA TOUGH series of pH & ORP sensors are made with the very toughest materials and latest technology for exceptional performance in highly aggressive environments. Most importantly they provide accurate and stable measurement at extreme temperatures, and...

The Intelligent Load Cell Junction Box will help guard a weighing system from performing incorrectly and giving a wrong weight. Incorrect weighing will cause any number of manufacturing problems, including lost profits. A weighing system that is not performing...

The Fluke 417D is an accurate, durable, point and shoot laser distance meter, designed for indoor and outdoor, dusty and wet conditions.  The easy, one-button operation means users can minimize time taken by measuring, while the Fluke brand assures the quality and...

Established in 1937, Madrid-based company, Normon, has been manufacturing high-quality medicines for over 80 years, serving customers in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors throughout Europe and in the US. The company prides itself in its advanced technology and...

Standby battery backup systems play a critical role in keeping essential operations functional in the event of a utility outage. Facilities like data centers, hospitals, airports, utilities, oil and gas facilities, and railways can't operate without 100 percent backup...

The Jumo IPC 300 electronic transformer with amplitude control in the performance range of up to 40 kW was developed for the control of heating loads that previously required an additional transformer for power control. With the integrated amplitude control, the mains...

The Fluke 64 MAX IR thermometer has internal memory, unattended monitoring, improved accuracy, increased battery life, as well as the precision needed to do the job accurately.  Designed and tested to survive a 3-meter drop, this lightweight, compact infrared...

Fluid Systems Africa supplies a comprehensive range of the highest quality, lowest cost products for your fluid systems. We offer a complete basket of products to assist you in reducing procurement costs and time, while maintaining the highest levels of quality and...

The phrase 'lights out factory' is generally presented as something for manufacturers to aspire to. But is the concept – which essentially means manufacturing without humans – a realistic goal? There are various fully “lights out” factories operating today in the...

Production industries demand faster machines that provide more real-time control over high-speed industrial Ethernet networks. Smart automation technologies fulfill this demand and provide cost savings, secure processes and high throughput. METTLER TOLEDO’s IND360...

Over 30 years of experience in the design and development of high-quality instrumentation for process industries puts Val.co, part of the GHM Group, at the forefront to supply specialist liquid level, flow, pressure and temperature instrumentation to industrial...

Omron has launched a new E3AS-HL CMOS Laser Sensor*1 with industry-first*2 sensing technology that significantly improves detection capability. Reliable detection of difficult-to-detect targets helps eliminate the need for time-consuming installation design and...

Machine builders (and end users) now have the option to set timing and counting parameters on their application timers from their smartphone or tablet – without having to power the timer. The TMM1 NFC, a multifunction, multiscale, multi-voltage electric timer with...

Industry 4.0 and IIoT have been buzz words for several years and these concepts are actually implemented on more and more machines. A huge amount of data becomes available: machine data, data of the production process and data regarding the manufactured product. Big...

Allmech, leading South African manufacturer of boilers and supplier of water treatment components, is the sole official agent in South Africa for Runxin water treatment systems. The company has decided to extend the range of Runxin softener and filter valves it stocks...

Industrial Scientific’s Tango® TX2 is a new two-gas monitor that increases site safety by allowing users to detect two gases with one small, reliable monitor. The Tango TX2 helps organisations reduce project shutdowns from false alarms, increase worker trust in gas...

ASSTech has added a new horizontal design of float switch to its Jumo range that is simple to mount. Offering a high degree of reliability, the Jumo NESOS series includes devices for point level measurement such as floats and reed contact. There are also types for...

Kobold’s NGR is a robust, maintenance-free level sensor that uses TDR technology (time domain reflectometry) for the precise level measurement and monitoring of oil- and water- based liquids, grinding and hydraulic oils as well as mixtures with cleaning, degreasing...

Measuring just 14 mm in diameter, the new weFlux²micro pressure sensor from Wenglor meets the challenges presented by confined mounting spaces and compact system structures for the measurement of liquid and gases. Pressure ranges of between -1 and +25 bar can...

Most applications require special solutions. Only high-quality materials, safe production processes and faultless mounting lead to success in the long run. The integrated end stop protects the O-ring against destruction caused by tightening the nut too much. Mounting...

The PeakTech 1212 is a new, innovative oscilloscope, which is based on the size and design of a standard tablet. With the tablet oscilloscope it is possible to record each normal measured variable and measurement form as with a stationary oscilloscope. The PeakTech...

Many food and pharmaceutical products have a distinctive texture: "melt-in-your-mouth" like some processed cheeses, grainy like peeling cream or also tough, sticky, crunchy and soft.  Depending on the consistency, the demands on the level measurement technology used...

The increased cable cross-section of 2 x 0.75 mm2 (voltage supply) and 2 x 0.5 mm2 (CAN) allows for transmission of high currents with low voltage drop and for reliable data transfer. The integrated end stop protects the O-ring against destruction caused by...

Digitalisation has many faces. The networked industry is dynamic, flexible, and organised. IT systems at the office level are merging with the industrial level and create new demands on your company network. Application solutions from LAPP accompany you in your...

Customers often ask about data cable categories and what they mean. For many end-users, engineers and purchasing agents, who do not work with these types of cables on a daily basis, the different categories can seem complicated and overwhelming. However, what appears...

Most applications require special solutions. Only high-quality materials, assured production processes and faultless assembly lead to success in the long run. The asymmetrically acting vibration protection holds the M12 screw connection tight in its position,...

A special challenge is the reliable and permanent sealing of the cable. With this innovative and patented technology, strain relief and cable seal are strictly separated from each other, the strain relief being guaranteed by means of an extremely strong three-way ball...

The switching cams are mounted on ball valves for position feedback. Adjustable damping elements allow the pucks to be used in both standard and individual position feedback applications. Position of the ball valve at a glance The uniqueness of this puck is the...

From oil refineries to food and beverage plants, process engineers are being asked to manage increasingly complex systems – and to do more with less. This is a challenge that Blair Wilson, PlantPAx Marketing Manager, is ready to take up: “The good news is that the...

Kobold’s new-on-the-market MAN -SC/-LC intelligent digital pressure gauge with IO-Link has unique properties for displaying, monitoring and remote transmission of pressure-dependent operating processes in machines and installations. Pressure is measured by a ceramic...

Wherever measuring conditions are extreme and conventional measuring technologies fail, non-contact radiometric systems are the answer. Radiometric measurements are based on the principle of attenuation. The source emits gamma radiation that penetrates both, the...

Maintenance teams make better, faster decisions by having immediate access to historical records of the machinery to be maintained and review measurements in real time with team members and supervisors. Yet historical data is usually only accessible back in the...

Instrotech, local representative of SELET has a new design for a series of capacitive sensors with more compact dimensions than traditional sensors on the market – 40 mm in total, of which 33 mm is the threaded section for the flush version, and 50 mm in total, for...

Optima Packaging Group GmbH, headquartered in Schwäbisch Hall, Germany, employs around 2,450 people worldwide. Its Optima Pharma business unit specializes in systems for bottling liquid or freeze-dried pharmaceuticals in commonly used container formats, such as...

MULTIVAC Sepp Haggenmüller SE & Co. KG in Wolfertschwenden, Germany, depends on PC-based control technology from Beckhoff for all its fully automated packaging machines. Back in 2005, the company decided to replace the microprocessor-based controllers it was using...

A challenge accelerated by the Coronavirus pandemic has seen producers having to juggle between longer term range proliferation centred on consumer demands, and range (SKU’s) reduction caused by retailers and consumers rapidly changing buying habits. This has resulted...

The difference between an oscilloscope and a digital multimeter is simply stated as "pictures vs. numbers." A digital multimeter is a tool for making precise measurements of discrete signals, enabling readings of up to eight digits of resolution for the voltage,...

The HI510 is an advanced universal process controller that can be configured for many applications requiring monitoring and/or control of process parameters. It features a digital probe input that will automatically detect and update the controller with the parameter...

The new Fluke 377 FC and 378 FC Non-Contact Voltage True-rms AC/DC Clamp Meters can measure voltage and current simultaneously without touching a live wire. Any time an electrician or technician makes a voltage measurement on a live conductor, there is a risk of...

Kinetrol is pleased to announce the introduction of the New Model 21 Actuator. The new unit is the replacement for the Model 20 and offers some additional features and benefits. Features and Benefits Single vane design Increased actuator torques Reduced air...

This year, Instrotech celebrates 40 years in the business of providing industrial electronics, instrumentation, calibration equipment and solutions in the process control and instrumentation industry.  Founded by Dave Howcroft in 1981, Instrotech has evolved...

Kobold’s DAI flow indicators are suitable for horizontal and vertical installations. Available in metal or plastic types with matching process connections from DN 15 to DN 200. The plastic versions with sight glasses are made of borosilicate glass that is able to...

The TwinCAT Analytics software from Beckhoff offers a complete workflow from acquisition of data through to its storage and analysis to dashboards for continuous machine monitoring. Traditional condition monitoring algorithms are now also available in TwinCAT...

The Jumo IPC 300 is an electronic transformer with amplitude control in the performance range up to 40 kW. It was developed for the control of heating loads that previously required an additional transformer for power control. Due to the integrated amplitude control,...

Pepperl+Fuchs is expanding its factory automation portfolio and has acquired the USi® safety ultrasonic sensor from Mayser GmbH & Co. KG, a renowned supplier of products and system solutions, many of which are relevant to safety engineering. This ultrasonic sensor...

Introducing a new addition to the Jumo NESOS series of float switches. The R40 LSH now includes devices for point level measurement such as floats and reed contact. The series also includes devices for level measurement such as float and reed chain. The unit is...

Turck is expanding its series of cabinet guards with the addition of the IM18-CCM. The integrated sensors of the narrow 18 mm device monitor temperature, air humidity and door distance, in order to send this information via Ethernet to higher-level IT systems....

By combining IO-Link and OPC UA in a single device, Pepperl+Fuchs offers its customers data communication from the lowest field level to the cloud. The data can then be analysed in detail to facilitate Industry 4.0 solutions. Pepperl+Fuchs is the first company to...

Inductive safety sensors with two OSSD (output switching signal device) outputs complete Turck's portfolio for safety technology. The proximity switches enable users to also exploit the benefits of contactless and thus wear-free position and range monitoring in...

The Machine Builders' Smooth, Pain-Free Entry, into the World of IIoT—no code or cloud development needed! UniCloud is specifically designed to enable OEMs and Machine Builders to get up and running with their IIoT cloud platform in less than 30 minutes. Unitronics’...

The EXAIR Cabinet Cooler systems can be customized to provide cooling within electrical enclosures in NEMA 12, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X and Hazardous location environments. These customizations include specific Btu/Hr values from 275-5600 Btu/Hr., adaptations for high...

Introducing the SELET model OCV56T/C photoelectric sensors (block type) for optical detection of bottles (glass or PET with a good degree of transparency), of any shape, depth or colour. The operating principle of the OCV56T/C sensor is based on a high-tech optical...

TwinCAT Vision, the Beckhoff image processing solution, offers with the new TwinCAT HMI Control Package the option of integrating image processing into the TwinCAT HMI user interface. This includes an expanded image display control and a color control. The image...

Modern commercial vehicles as we know them today are intelligent, flexible and networked. However, the requirements of robustness and longevity remain the same, because the vehicles and machines are permanently exposed to harsh environments. Regardless of whether...

The WIKA model PSM-700 mechanical pressure switch has been designed for control and monitoring applications. The measuring element is a fully welded bellow made of stainless steel 316L. This corrosion-resistant pressure switch is suitable for a broad range of media...

The XPlanar planar motor system from Beckhoff enables the contactless, parallel and individual transport of products. The XPlanar movers can fly freely in two dimensions over the XPlanar tiles and execute lifting movements with a stroke of up to 5 mm. These system...

The intelligent eXtended Transport System (XTS) from Beckhoff enables the dynamic and individual transport of products. The collision-free and independently movable XTS movers can be positioned dynamically on customer-specific track geometries. For the associated...

Becker Mining South Africa’s Energy Distribution division manufactures customised switchgear, designed for the efficient distribution of electrical power, energy co-generation, rectification and traction. “These systems are certified for safe and dependable use in...

Industrial areas are often associated with high levels of air pollutants as a result of their manufacturing or processing activities. Owners and developers of construction sites, mining and chemical processing plant, smokestacks, combustion engines and power plant are...

Introducing Kobold’s NBK level indicators for continuous measurement, display and monitoring of liquid levels in above- or below-ground tanks. According to the law of communicating tubes the level in the bypass tube equals the level in the vessel. The bypass tube is...

Global data volumes are growing exponentially as a result of digitization. More and more industrial processes are being monitored, analyzed, and automated using sensors. The new Jumo Cloud and the Jumo smartWARE SCADA make an important contribution to the development...

If you purchase gas detectors, you’re responsible for ensuring that the instruments are working properly and will alert workers to potential hazards. But it can be difficult to know when there is an issue, what the issue is, how long it could take to fix it, and how...

An autonomous mobile robot has been seen moving around the corridors of the REDI shopping centre in Kalasatama, a neighbourhood in Helsinki. Operated by Omron’s solution partner Dimalog, the robot was taking part in a month-long ‘Home-on Demand’ automated courier...

Instrotech, local representative of Senix Corporation, has the new ToughSonic CHEM 12 Ultrasonic level and distance sensor on offer. The Senix Chem12 is ideal for applications where rapid changes in temperature occur and is tested under more stringent temperature...

Are you using IO-Link to enable OEE analytics yet still have remote pockets where critical equipment should be continuously monitored during operations? The Banner S15C Modbus to IO-Link converters can be used at the end of a Modbus communication line, very near the...

The two-channel Jumo Ex-i isolating switch amplifier represents a new product category within the extensive Jumo portfolio. It was developed especially for the float switches from the Jumo NESOS series, but also supports all proximity sensors in accordance with the...

 The MTN/2285STC is a dual output sensor, ideal for monitoring vibration and temperature levels in the same location to protect motors, fans, pumps, compressors and other assemblies with rotating parts. Both outputs are in the industry-standard range 4-20mA and are...

ToughSonic sensors, waterproof and housed in stainless steel, have become the “flood sensor” of choice for flood monitoring systems around the world including the Iowa Flood Monitoring information system, the Philippine Metro Advanced Traveler Information System,...

Siko, represented locally by Instrotech, increases the efficiency and production quality of machines, by offering intelligent positioning systems for machine manufacturers and end users in the pharmaceutical industry. The manufacture of pharmaceutical products...

Accidentally hitting a power cable during a project can lead to costly repairs and create seriously hazardous safety situations.  Digging in the wrong place can also lead to significant and unnecessary delays, not to mention run-on costs for the project. Lourenco...

The openness of PC-based control and the resulting array of connectivity options with other systems number among the fundamental advantages of TwinCAT automation software from Beckhoff. A new add-on now also enables easy and efficient communication with Siemens S7...

Instrotech offers Kobold’s MMA range of industrial temperature probes, or insertion resistance thermometers (with/without transmitter).  The MMA is engineered using 316 stainless steel and incorporates high accuracy Pt100 resistance sensors with analogue output...

The new Fluke TiS20+ handheld thermal camera puts the power of thermal imaging at users’ fingertips, saving time with the right level of infrared and analysis. Whether inspecting heating, ventilation and air conditioning on a rooftop, scanning a motor at a remote...

BMG – distributors of the Hydraforce range of proportional valves in Southern Africa – works closely with Hydraforce engineers and customers in diverse industries, to design and manufacture customised hydraulic control solutions, which enhance performance, value and...

The new TiS55+ and TiS75+ thermal imagers are easy-to-use infrared cameras that easily transform plans for preventive maintenance (PM) programs into reality. These cameras offer technicians and contractors who need quality images and feature-rich cameras, an option...

The new Fluke T6-1000 PRO True-RMS Electrical Tester measures voltage up to 1000V AC and current up to 200A AC, all through the open fork and without test lead contact to live voltage. Users connect the black lead to ground with the included heavy-duty alligator clip,...

The T30R offers more robust detection capabilities and longer range than ultrasonic solutions in a similar package size without the risk of crosstalk from multiple sensors mounted close together. The compact radar sensor has an IP67-rated housing for use in...

Emerson introduces a complete corrosion and erosion monitoring portfolio with digital capabilities and full integration with the Plantweb™ digital ecosystem through the new Rosemount™ 4390 series of corrosion and erosion wireless transmitters and Plantweb Insight...

Jumo Taros S47 P is used for acquiring relative and absolute pressures in liquid and gaseous media. Its excellent active temperature compensation ensures precise pressure measurements and therefore increased process reliability over a wide temperature range. The...

The new CU81xx UPS series are designed for universal use. Due above all to the flexible connection options extending up to One Cable Technology for uninterruptible power supply (UPS-OCT), it is suitable for an extremely broad range of applications. This includes the...

The coronavirus pandemic has forced businesses to change how they operate at a fundamental level, with staff forced to work from home because it isn’t safe to go on site as normal. Unfortunately, problems like corrosion are not waiting for people to get back to sites...

With very fast processes, requirements for the pyrometers used for temperature measurement are especially onerous. Typical examples are plastics processing machinery, such as those used for blow-molding PET bottles, which work on very short cycle times. Another...

IPF Electronic has a sensor in its portfolio, SL870020, that monitors compressed air consumption with high measuring accuracy. In addition, it is possible to retrofit the sensor into existing systems during operation and for device maintenance during operation. At a...

Manometers offer many benefits for engineers and technicians who need to measure and monitor pressure, but critical elements such as high accuracy, high precision and ease of use, play a large role in their selection of the best-for-application manometer, which is...

Kobold DOE is an oval gear flowmeter, categorised as positive displacement flow technology. When liquid flows through this positive displacement flowmeter, two oval geared rotors measure a constant volume per rotation, within a precisely machined measuring chamber....

The Q76E has a unique design that enables consistent detection of a broad range of targets that typically challenge other sensors. Each sensor generates a wide sensing beam capable of reliably detecting pallets, boards, totes with gaps or holes, packages, pouches, and...

Darrell Halterman, senior product manager of PACSystems controllers at Emerson’s machine automation solutions business, explains the advantages of using PROFINET protocol for PLC, PAC and industrial edge controller applications. The PROFINET industrial Ethernet...

EZ-SCREEN® LS light curtains are intuitive, easy-to-use safety devices used for machine safeguarding. They are built to withstand challenges commonly found in manufacturing and packaging environments. Heavy-duty aluminum housing and recessed window ensure the...

Demag, Germany, will supply Green Steam Hürth GmbH, a subsidiary of E.ON, with three process cranes equipped with grabs for a heat and power plant project. The project comprises the build of a biomass power plant with an output of 20 MW of electricity and 87 MW of...

The recently launched co-axial VIP EVO Valve from Italy-based OMAL provides the lowest cost of ownership with a life expectancy 10 times that of a ball valve/actuator combination and reduced maintenance costs. It integrates the valve and actuator into a single compact...

German manufacturer, Wenglor Sensoric has released its latest generation of long-range laser distance sensors with Wintec to redefine the performance limits of photoelectronic sensors. These transit time sensors available in plastic or stainless steel 316L housing...

S15WL features white light in a highly visible body for better machine visibility. It produces close to 100 lumens of in-line illumination. Simple Installation S15WL is a compact illuminator with double-ended connections for mounting in-line with cordsets and other...

Denka Wangdi, of Emerson’s machine automation solutions business, explains how the gathering, storage and analysis of detailed operational and diagnostic data by modern edge controllers provides significant benefits for pipeline operators. Industrial Internet of...

Some of the toughest maintenance challenges at manufacturing facilities are presented by large belt-driven conveyor systems. These critical assets require gear oil for their gearboxes, electric motor grease for the motors, and grease for multiple lubrication points –...

Keller’s standard product catalogue covers most applications for pressure measurement technology. However, there are often great benefits to optimising pressure sensors specifically for use and integration into higher-level complete systems. Keller’s modular product...

Ready-to-use water analysis panels ensure water monitoring with minimum effort and maximum reliability. The complete modular solutions are suitable for all industries. They are customized and perform particularly well at challenging measuring tasks. Operators of...

Level sensors in LoRaWAN technology optimise the logistics of circulating containers that transport raw materials between manufacturers and consumers. The low-power wide-area technology used saves energy and enables users to operate a private wireless network on-site....

The Internet of Things (IoT) offers “smart” solutions that help make life easier and more convenient, improve and streamline processes, and receive information in good time that was previously unavailable or difficult to acquire. Smart solutions are highly...

The semiconductor industry places stringent requirements on valves, measurement and control systems. Pneumatically operated valves are to an increasing degree no longer able to comply with the control requirements of leading process equipment manufacturers. For this...

EXAIR’s new Type 303 Stainless Steel 3 NPT Threaded Line Vac Air Operated Conveyors convert ordinary pipe into a powerful conveying system for parts, scrap, trim and other bulk materials. This chemical and corrosion resistant Line Vac operates seamlessly at higher...

With power, demand... and a power quality tool. With energy costs high, and getting higher, many facilities are trying to reduce their energy consumption. Most have not previously analyzed their monthly energy usage, traced it to operational components, or broken out...

The C6027 ultra-compact Industrial PC from Beckhoff is a fanless device that offers high computing power in a compact form factor trough Intel®-Core™ i U series processors. Compared to the C6025 IPC already on the market, it has a second circuit board level with...

Comtest, local representative of Tektronix, has announced the availability of TekDrive™, the first native oscilloscope-to-cloud software solution to facilitate global data collaboration directly on an oscilloscope, PC, phone or tablet. Created to enable ultimate ease...

The electronic terminal block is a foundational component and global standard in automation technology. 25 years ago, Beckhoff had an idea that revolutionized the automation technology of the time: The Bus Terminal combined fieldbus technology with the proven terminal...

More than ever, we all need reliable networks to provide us with the necessary information, whenever and wherever we need. That’s exactly why HMS Networks launched the Ewon Talk2M in 2007. Since 2006, the unique Talk2M service meets the expectations of Machine...

Lubrication products used in certain applications are subjected to much harsher conditions or higher temperatures than others. By choosing products specifically designed for challenging circumstances, you can protect your equipment, improve performance, and save on...

For more than 60 years WAGO has been a leading pioneer in innovative connection systems through electrical interconnections, automation and interface electronic technologies. It is no wonder that their 221 Series Splicing Connectors are a winning product within...

WIKA has supplemented its portfolio of shut-off valves with the model HPNV high pressure needle valve. The new valve is designed for four pressure ranges: up to 15,000 psi (1,034 bar), up to 20,000 psi (1,379 bar), up to 30,000 psi (2,068 bar) and up to 60,000 psi...

Kinetrol Limited, the UK manufacturer of quarter-turn pneumatic actuators, has further increased its product portfolio with the introduction of the Model 60. The new unit, which joins the wide range of actuators already manufactured by Kinetrol, increases the...

The new GEMÜ 3040 ultrasonic flowmeter can be used to determine conductive and non-conductive volumetric flows of liquids in a contactless process. The GEMÜ 3040 ultrasonic flowmeter is distinguished by its suitability for a wide range of nominal sizes (DN 10 to 50),...

Beckhoff integrates servo drives with higher performance and functionality directly in the EtherCAT I/O system. The new ELM72xx EtherCAT Terminals are fully functional servo drives in a robust metal housing that deliver an output current (Irms) of up to 16 A at 48 V...

Italian industrial automation specialist, Camozzi Automation, has developed a multi-technological approach that bridges the gap between electric and pneumatic actuation using advanced proportional technology. For applications that require accuracy, quick response...

Tectra Automation engineered a unique automated cake cutting system for Brenell Quality Desserts in Pietermaritzburg. The company’s previous solution for cake cutting was a manual process and it now sought an automated solution that would be more productive, faster,...

Wenglor has added another version update for the uniVision configurable standard software for 2 and 3 dimensional image processing. The latest update enables quick and easy integration of Smart Cameras and control units in EtherNet/IP controls. New overlays in the...

Optimized Convection Cooling Delivers Long Service Life, Reliability and High Efficiency The three new PS power supply series comprise a total of 18 devices. The 1- and 3-phase DIN-rail mountable power supply units are very compact and supply output currents from 2.5...

 Multi-Core-Capable, Unix-Compatible Operating System For TwinCAT 3 Real-time Applications With TwinCAT/BSD, Beckhoff presents a new operating system that combines the advantages of Windows CE – low cost and small footprint – with the numerous features of large...

Monitoring Contamination Efficiencies with the Power of Connectivity A significant drawback of the Covid-19 Pandemic has been the limiting aspect of travelling and especially, visiting installations in remote locations. The disruption to business has made hydraulic...

Upgrading Mission-Critical Alarm Systems When dealing with oil terminals in remote locations, there are significant hazards that workers must be aware of, so it’s vital that all on-site alarms are up to date and comply with regulations. When the Sullom Voe oil...

Integrating Data and Communication Services Efficiently Into The Cloud Beckhoff has offered diverse IoT communication capabilities with its TwinCAT IoT product family since 2015. Transmitting data to the cloud or between networked machines in this way creates enormous...

BMG’s electromechanical team plays an important role in the dependable operation of wet and dry cooling towers in the mining sector, through the supply and support of many power generation components, including Hansen gearboxes. “Hansen units, which have been designed...

With the new CX20x3 Embedded PCs, the Beckhoff Industrial PC portfolio now includes devices with AMD Ryzen™ processors. This new and powerful hardware can be used with both TwinCAT 2 and TwinCAT 3 automation software. The new series is ideal for 32-bit and 64-bit...

New Barcode Line Scanners Wenglor’s new BLN Barcode Line Scanner sets new standards for the reading of one-dimensional codes. With the increased scanning area, the stationary scanner can be used at manual workstations and in fully automated systems. The integrated CCD...

Automatic Code Generation Enables Efficient Module Engineering The Module Type Package (MTP) is a modern solution for modularizing plants in the process industry. It defines an interface for easily orchestrating and connecting modules to a higher-level control system....

Directly Controlled Process Solenoid Valve With Innovative Bellows System Announcing the launch of the new GEMÜ M75 process solenoid valve with pressure compensation. This uses an innovative double bellows principle to compensate for pressure forces. This principle...

The KOBOLD REG flow restrictors maintain constant quantities of liquids in pipework systems. The REG rate regulators are ideally suited for the simple restriction to a preset value of throughputs of water, or of liquids similar to water. The flow restrictors ensure...

Industrial, manufacturing and scientific Clean Rooms by the very nature of their activities are required to maintain extremely high levels of ‘cleanliness’. This means that it is imperative to monitor differential pressure, temperature and humidity to be compliant...

Hygiene Under High Pressure: Pressure and Level Switches for Food Production Milk is tops! But what makes milk so special? It’s not just a healthy blend of protein, nutrients and vitamins, but the end result of a safe, hygienic production process. New compact...

 Latest Generation of Soft Seated Butterfly Valves GEMÜ has redesigned its tried-and-tested butterfly valves and now offers the GEMÜ R480 Victoria in wafer version. In redesigning the GEMÜ R480 Victoria series, a specialized team from the design, product management,...

World-First Remote Magnetic Inductive Flowmeter with New IO-Link Technology   IO-Link is the first standardized short distance, bi-directional, digital, point-to-point, wired, industrial communications networking standard (IEC 61131-9) worldwide.  It is used for...

Parametric Test System Supports Wide Bandgap (WBG) Fabrication Announcing the release of the new Keithley S530 Series Parametric Test System with KTE 7 software and other enhancements. The S530 platform enables semiconductor fabs to add parametric test capacity for...

Wide Range of OEM and Custom Ultrasonic Sensors Instrotech, local representative of Senix Corporation, has on offer the smart and rugged ToughSonic line of ultrasonic non-contact Distance and Level sensors, a value-add partner for the Original Equipment Manufacturers...

What is this New IO-Link Technology? IO-Link is the first standardized short distance, bi-directional, digital, point-to-point, wired, industrial communications networking standard (IEC 61131-9) worldwide.  It is used for communicating with digital sensors and...

Now You Can “See” Sound and Locate the Invisible Threat... Introducing Fluke’s new ii910 Precision Acoustic Imager that detects corona, partial discharge and gas, steam and compressed air leaks that can hurt both production uptime and the bottom line. While most...

Highly Dynamic Linear Motors With Flexible, Modular Design Backed by its wealth of expertise in the development of rotary servomotors, Beckhoff has added an innovative product to its portfolio in the area of drive technology. This new generation of high‐performance...

Flipping the Switch - Monitoring Mission-Critical Electrical Equipment   The Natref petrol refinery, located in the industrial region of Sasolburg, was commissioned in 1971 and is one of South Africa’s oldest inland refineries. Historically, engineers at the refinery...

Compact True-RMS Meter for Accurate Electrical Installation and Troubleshooting The new Fluke 110 is a versatile multimeter for accurately measuring voltage, continuity, resistance and more. Fluke multimeters have long been trusted by both residential and commercial...

Setting Up Your Valves For Success Most valve damage is caused by installation and related issues, says JP Thysse, Senior Technician at Allmech. This includes: water damage to motor and electrical components, damage caused by power spikes, debris (sand, grit or...

Safety Retrofitting: From Virtual Planning to Real Application Improving safety technology on older machines is a challenge faced by many industries. Protecting employees while increasing machine productivity demands constant safety technology enhancements. Questions...

High-Speed Wi-Fi System for Dependable Underground Communication Becker Mining Systems has designed a dependable Wi-Fi system, which is recognised by the global mining sector for reliable, safe and efficient high-speed communication underground. “The company has made...

Reaping the Benefits from Enterprise OEE Solution Overall Equipment Effectiveness or OEE as it is commonly known remains one of the best methods of evaluating a production machine or line. By measuring the Performance, Quality and Availability of any discrete...

New Actuators for Pneumatically Operated Quarter Turn Valves The GEMÜ GDR and GSR basic actuators are available for pneumatically operated butterfly valves and ball valves. The single acting design of GEMÜ GSR and the double acting design of GEMÜ GDR are suited to...

Level Detector In All Positions The Kobold LNM microwave level switch is used for detecting levels of fill. The microwave field penetrates several millimeters into the medium. Foam, condensate or remains of the transported medium that have stuck on to the tank are not...

Highest Energy Efficiency Reduces Operating Costs Each piece of equipment or pipe integrated into an existing piping system will result in an increase in the pressure loss. With higher pressure losses, pumps and compressors must work harder in order to keep the flow...

Control Head with IO-Link for Intelligent Communication Control heads now assume complete control of pneumatic valves, including feedback and diagnostic functions, for decentral automation concepts. They are used, for example, in the pharmaceutical, beverage and food...

The Complete Image Processing Solution The complete image processing solution for all vision applications …the Wenglor VisionSysterm2D consists of up to 16 digital cameras, lenses with various fixed focal lengths, external illumination components and a control unit...

Biology, Medical Research and Applied Life-Science Companion The world's most critical health disease and disorders can be fought with early-stage diagnosis.  Discovering and implementing the best electrical sensing platform for clinically accurate detection of...

Maintaining Backup Battery Systems for Maximum Usage and Reliability Standby battery backup systems play a critical role in keeping essential operations functional in the event of a utility outage.Facilities like data centers, hospitals, airports, utilities, oil and...

ToughSonic RTTC System Provides Improved Temperature Compensation Senix ultrasonic sensors have a temperature sensor inside the sensor technique to compensate for changes in ambient air temperature. As the ambient air warms or cools, the sensor body temperature...

New pressure sensors and level switches for hygienic processes. The special challenges faced by the food and pharmaceutical industries result from the wide diversity of their processes. Success depends on the consistency and continuity of the production processes –...

Using Existing Cabling to Create a New Industrial LAN You wouldn’t build a new railway or motorway every time you needed to travel somewhere, so why install new cable? After all, you’ve probably already got spare cores in your existing multi-core cable network or,...

Compact and Cost-effective Analysis of Incremental Signals Incremental encoders have become indispensable in many applications due to their compactness and low price points. Beckhoff meets this important need with the comprehensive EL51xx EtherCAT Terminal series for...

New Smart Cameras Simplify Code Reading and Inspection with Ultra-small Footprints The powerful yet compact MicroHAWK V/F400 and V/F300 Series Smart Cameras simplify applications by offering the possibility to combine code reading and vision inspection into a single,...

See Beyond the Noise  … Industry’s First 10 GHz Oscilloscope with 4, 6 or 8 Channels The 6 Series B Mixed Signal Oscilloscope (MSO) extends the performance threshold of the Tektronix Mainstream Oscilloscopes Portfolio to 10 GHz and 50 GS/sec. Developed to meet the...

 What Factors Make a Great Professional-grade Pocket Thermal Imager? Ever wondered how much functionality/durability could fit into an imager the size of a smartphone?  You’d be surprised.  Electron­ics continue to shrink in size, making it possible to include an...

When Bulk Needs Precision ... Membrane Level Monitor The Kobold NMF membrane level monitors are the best choice for cost-effective level monitoring of bulk goods in storage vessels. NMF indicates full and empty states, detecting the load demand for dusty, powdery,...

Industrial Edge Controller Provides High Availability For Mission-Critical Redundancy A consulting company specialising in emergency standby power control systems, load management control systems and monitoring solutions offers a host of technical services to other...

One Calibration Source, Six Measured Variables Measuring instruments and transducers have to be precisely calibrated for the respective measuring ranges before use, and in commercial applications they also require periodic recalibration. Often this calls for several...

Handheld Sonic Industrial Imager   Fluke ii900 handheld sonic industrial imager – fast, simple detection of compressed air, steam, gas and vacuum leaks in compressed air systems.  Intuitive interface allows technicians to isolate sound frequency of leaks to...

Electrical Loggers Help Reduce Facilities' Energy Costs Energy is significant cost at any industrial facility, and while managers view energy as an unavoidable expense, it’s really a variable cost that can be monitored and managed, significantly improving the bottom...

Check Valves for High and Low Temperatures The valve specialist GEMÜ is expanding their product range with the GEMÜ R90 disc check valve and the GEMÜ R91 dual plate check valve. The check valves withstand media temperatures in a range of -200 to 400 °C and are...

 How To Address The “New Normal” of Factory Automation in Food Manufacturing Food and beverage companies can now set the course for the time after the Covid-19 pandemic using automation to boost competitiveness and productivity. Manufacturers should focus their...

High Quality Simple to Use HVAC Transmitters and Hygrostats   Ensuring an environmentally friendly workplace, cleanroom operation or storage space for specialised products, that meet the most stringent parameters of humidity and temperature measurement can be...

Efficient Pneumatic Multifunctional Sensor   The recently introduced multifunctional FTMg (Flow Thermal Meter for gases) flow sensor detects pneumatic system leakages well before pressure loss causes machine failure. It is engineered to output up to eight process...

Get The Full Value From Your Factory Floor Data With Data Sciences Industry 4.0 and IIoT have been buzz words for several years and these concepts are actually implemented on more and more machines. A huge amount of data becomes available: machine data, data of the...

Wear Resistant Pneumatic Conveyor Provides High Throughput The new EXAIR 2-1/2 NPT Heavy Duty Threaded Line Vac™ is a powerful in-line conveyor that transports high volumes of material through ordinary pipe. Designed for rugged, industrial applications, it has a...

Thermal Camera Gets The Job Done Right First Time The new TiS60+ with patented Fluke IR-Fusion technology allows users to see things that are invisible to the eye and reveal problems that cannot be detected with other tools. The unit establishes a baseline for...

The Smart Way of Monitoring Flow The Kobold KAL-D flowmeter is an integrated microcontroller that allows users to optimally adapt the device to their individual process conditions. Its intelligent compensation function ensures stable switching points, even during...

Three Ways to Simplify Gas Detector Maintenance Your workers are depending on you to make sure the gas detectors they rely on each day are working properly and will alert them to potential hazards. Because of this, your job is incredibly important—but it can also be...

Android-Based Rugged Vehicle-Mounted Computer The VM3010A is an Android-based rugged vehicle-mounted computer that features a high-performance Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 660 Octa-core CPU. The computer showcases enterprise mobility in a vehicle-mount computer form factor...

Shortest Control Cycles Now Combined With Multiple Sampling Per Communication Cycle The high-performance AX8000 multi-axis servo system from Beckhoff is characterized by extremely high dynamics and very short cycle times. The motor current is scanned in μs cycles and...

Measure Flow, Pressure, and Temperature with One Device The new FTMg multi-functional sensor provides leakage detection with accurate flow, pressure, and temperature measurement, all in one device. Energy efficiency and transparency are playing an increasingly...

Late-stage Customization in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Late-stage customization is vital due to the latest serialization legislation worldwide. It can also be an opportunity for finding a solution that can handle both serialization and the production of small batch...

Keeping Temperature Measurement on Track – Small Device, Big Functions The Jumo eTRON T 100 DIN-rail mount electronic thermostat is specifically designed for temperature control and monitoring. In addition to the input signals for RTD probes and thermocouples, a 0(4)...

A Safety Manager's Guide to Peer-to-Peer Wireless Connectivity Every day, in facilities across the world, workers take on jobs without having all the information they need to get them done safely. More often than employers would like to admit, this lack of important...

Condition Monitoring – Bottling and Canning BMG’s Light Materials Handling division has introduced a new condition monitoring system, which has been developed to automatically monitor the coefficient of friction of bottling or canning lines, ensuring consistently high...

Predictive Analytics for Artificial Lift Machine learning and Artificial Intelligence applications in artificial lift systems have seen a growth in importance recently and are no longer a “nice to have” but essential tools for design, optimisation and failure...

Integrated Compact Motor Controller Reduces Cabling Effort and Increases Diagnostic Capabilities for Roller Conveyor Systems With the new EP7402 EtherCAT Box from Beckhoff, the control architecture and cabling of roller conveyor systems become significantly more...

Accurately Measure Small Signals in Electrically Noisy Environments Comtest is offering MICROCHIP’s MCP6V76/6U/7/9 Single, Dual and Quad 2MHz Zero-Drift Operational Amplifiers for measuring small signals with less errors.  The zero-drift architecture enables low...

Simplifying the Process of Vacuuming Wet and Dry Materials Exair’s new EasySwitch® Wet-Dry Vac simplifies the filter change process when switching from vacuuming a dry material to a liquid or vice versa. Utilizing minimal compressed air, the EasySwitch is a powerful...

New check valve with redundant sealing The new model CV check valve is designed for a wide range of applications in the process industry. Its sealing system with a self-centering piston reliably prevents backflow of liquid and gaseous media. The reliability of the new...

Efficiently Monitoring Bridge Loads The Internet of Things (IoT) offers “smart” solutions that help make life easier and more convenient, improve and streamline processes, and receive information in good time that was previously unavailable or difficult to acquire....

Magnetic Flowmeters Meet Individual Measuring Challenges Whether in the pharmaceutical industry, water treatment or in food production, Instrotechhas Kobold’s magnetic inductive flowmeters family, MIS, MIK & MIM for conductive media. These compact, high-precise...

Liquid Atomizing Spray Nozzle for Cooling, Washing and Rinsing Exair’s new 1/4 NPT FullStream™ liquid atomizing spray nozzle provides a full cone spray pattern for pressurized liquids. They are applied to solve cooling, cleaning, washing, rinsing and dust suppression...

Major Update to Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Firewall Software, Strengthens Protection Critical infrastructure systems including power utilities, financial services, mobile networks and transportation rely on Global Positioning System (GPS)-delivered...

Expanded TBS1000C Digital Storage Oscilloscope The new Tektronix TBS1000C Digital Storage Oscilloscope is a cost-sensitive addition to the entry portfolio and an expansion of the TBS1000 series. The TBS1000C series boasts a 7-inch WVGA color display with up to 1 GS/s...

Solenoid vs Ceramic Valves: What You Need to Know Selecting the right valve goes beyond understanding the function it needs to serve. It’s also important to factor in cost efficiency, durability and maintenance considerations. In some cases, according to Lionel...

New Ultrasonic ‘Allround’ Flowmeter for Vast Ranges Bi-directionally transmitted ultrasonic waves provide precise results of volume flow as the result of their transit time difference. Installed in any position, the units can measure ranges of 1:250. Announcing the...

Custom Object Detection Systems Senix ToughSonic® Ultrasonic Sensors, perhaps the most versatile and flexible sensors available today, can be used in a wide variety of object detection applications and can be customized for users’ specific needs. For example,...

World Water & Wastewater Challenges Addressed As the world population rises and people pursue higher standards of living, more water is needed in homes and for production of food and products. By 2050, the United Nations projects global water demand to increase by...

Refrigeration Remote Monitoring Made Easy and Affordable  Small and medium sized stores are now able to monitor their refrigeration assets, from anywhere, at any time, without the need for expensive central management control infrastructure, with the new ProsaLink...

Optical Sensor Range Expanded with 1N and 1P Housing Formats Wenglor’s PNG/smart generation of photoelectronic sensors is distinguished by a combination of performance and communication. An aligned optical axis and a balanced switching point, as well as large...

High quality handheld infrared thermometers with laser sighting Within the Calex range of infrared temperature sensors is the ST680 Series of top quality handheld thermometers with laser sighting and large backlit LCD displays The instruments measure in a wide...

Hastelloy Pressure Gauge for Highly Aggressive Media  For pressure measurement in processes with highly aggressive media, WIKA has a new Bourdon tube pressure gauge in its portfolio, the model PG28. The wetted parts are made of Hastelloy C276 and are even resistant to...

Municipal Water Treatment Plant Seamlessly Integrates PC-based Control Technology with Existing Automation   In the public water utilities sector, plant operators must ensure a reliable water supply to all consumers, while at the same time getting by with tight...

Digital Optical Sensor for Dissolved Oxygen in Aqueous Solutions With its state-of-the art optical fluorescence quenching technology and digital signal processing functionality, the Jumo digiLine 0-DO S10 ensures long-term stability when measuring oxygen and...

The Future of Collaborative Robots – Mobile and Intelligent ‘Cobots’    Factories worldwide are dealing with manufacturing a high mix low volume of products to meet customer demands, in addition to shorter product life cycles and labour shortage issues.  Manufacturing...

Automatic Energy Optimization Saves AEL Intelligent Blasting 500 kWh per hour AEL (African Explosives Ltd.) Intelligent Blasting 720 Mtpd nitric acid plant saves R3.6 M annually on operating costs, thanks to an upgrade from direct-on-line operation to VLT® drive...

Image Processing Software Now Gets PROFINET Interface Wenglor’s image processing software, uniVision, is now offered with new features. The latest release 2.2 version enables Smart Cameras and control units to be integrated into controls quickly and easily via a...

Flow Switch Offers Largest Switching Value Selection and Widest Valve Seat Design Housing Spectrum Honsberg has introduced the FF type series flow switch which offers the largest switching value selection as well as the widest housing spectrum with a valve seat...

Fever Screening Systems – When Temperature Matters Viral epidemics like SARS, MERS, swine flu or the current coronavirus / COVID-19 have created a worldwide demand for infrared cameras able to screen for fever conditions in humans. Instrotech, South Africa’s leading...

ARC1 with the latest NB-IoT and LTE-M mobile communications technology Instrotech has announced the upgraded of ARC1, the IoT communications module, to the latest transmission technology with NB-IoT (narrow band) and LTE-M. Keller was able to adapt the firmware and...

The New Mobility: How Sensors Control the Cobots of the Future The ongoing development of small, powerful and flexibly positionable robots that can collaborate with humans is progressing in leaps and bounds. The sensors from SICK Automation are an important component...

Agile and Clever: Tailor-Made Mobile Robotics Revolutionize Human-Machine Collaboration in the Automotive Industry Automobile production and assembly line production have always been closely linked. It was not until Henry Ford began using conveyor belts in his...

Workers in the oil & gas industry encounter a wide range of dangers in inherently risky environments. Many of the environments can be hazardous in which workers are at risk of exposure to dangerous gases. Most common of these gases is hydrogen sulfide (H2S). H2S...

Cobot and Flexible Production - Future-proofing SMEs Many countries in the EMEA region are likely to experience serious labour shortages over the coming decade, especially in relation to technical specialists. At the same time, product lifecycles are becoming shorter....

Fork Sensor in Hygienic Design Production sequences in the pharmaceuticals and food industries are subject to extremely demanding hygiene standards. With corrosion-free stainless steel, FDA-conformity and Ecolab certification, wenglor’s P1HJ00X laser fork sensor in...

Expanded Range of Motorized Valves With immediate effect, the GEMÜ R629 eSyLite motorized diaphragm valve is also available in diaphragm sizes MG 10 and MG 40, covering nominal sizes DN 12 to 50. The GEMÜ eSyLite is available alongside the GEMÜ eSyStep and GEMÜ...

How Are Infrared Cameras Calibrated, And How Does Ambient Temperature Affect Readings? Infrared thermometers are calibrated with the help of reference radiation sources, so called black bodies. These radiant sources are able to produce different temperatures with a...

Overpressure Control in Mini-environments and Hygiene Rooms For the production and packaging of active ingredients in the pharmaceutical industry, hygiene is an important factor in determining the purity and efficacy of medications. Production therefore takes place in...

Valves Protecting Pumps Thyssenkrupp Steel Europe AG has opted for Schroeder pump protection valves during the recent overhaul of Unit 4 of its power station, “Hermann Wenzel", in Duisburg. The valves that were installed previously from another supplier repeatedly...

New Pressure Sensing Digital Flowmeters Monitor Pressure and Flow EXAIR's new Pressure Sensing Digital Flowmeters provide a way for plant personnel to monitor pressure throughout a compressed air system along with flow. A pressure sensor is mounted between the two...

Control Valves for Biomass Heat and Power Plant Kronospan, a global manufacturer of chipboards, MDF boards, OSB panels, laminated flooring and worktops have been working with the “Factory Of The Future “, EU’s project to reduce CO² emissions and environmental impacts...

Torquing (about) advanced pump controller Factory automation continues to develop year on year and pumps are increasingly required to supply real time operating data to control networks so that their performance can be monitored and adjusted to meet constantly...

Retooling with packaging industry trends Sustainability, industry 4.0 and customization are the biggest trends in the industry right now. In order to meet the challenges associated with these trends, the intelligent drives from halstrup-walcher offer packaging machine...

Safe installation and commissioning of diaphragm valves with PPF multifunction adapters These PPF (Pressure, Passivation, Flushing) multifunction adapters can be used to prevent the penetration of foreign particles when installing diaphragm valves, resulting in...

HMIs Improve Operations and Maintenance Collaboration Traditional manufacturing plants have control rooms staffed by operators, who monitor the status of systems and equipment, issue commands and address alerts. Most sites also have maintenance personnel to respond to...

Water Softener Maintenance – Protect Your Equipment and Save on Energy Costs All boilers and cooling towers need a water softener to help to prevent scale on heat transfer surfaces. It’s important to maintain these softeners to avoid equipment or machinery failures,...

New Label Sensor The new WLS27 Pro comes in distinct IO-Link and discrete controlled Pro Editor compatible models. Banner’s Pro Editor software allows users to program device status, colours and animations for control via three discrete inputs. The application-based...

Multi-touch Panels for Ex Zone 2 By systematically integrating advanced multi-touch technologies into its Control Panel and Panel PC portfolio, Beckhoff has provided machine builders, manufacturers and other industries with forward-looking operator interface concepts...

The new GEMÜ 3240 temperature transducer/switch now allows precise temperature monitoring in systems and piping across an even broader measuring range. The GEMÜ 3240 temperature transducer/switch supersedes the existing GEMÜ 3220 product range with immediate effect....

The new PS+ Series robust pressure sensors are the first products of a modular fluid sensor series that enables customers to provide reliable measuring instruments with intuitive operation. The sensor has already been awarded at the product start with the iF Design...

Fluke’s new 417D, an accurate, durable, point and shoot laser distance meter, is  designed for indoor and outdoor, dusty and wet conditions.  The easy, one-button operation means users can minimize time taken by measuring, while the Fluke brand assures the quality and...

The range of functions of the proven process and program controller Jumo Dicon Touch, has been extended with numerous new features. Extensive control tasks can be implemented via four instead of two control channels. Several control zones can then be managed on a...

Announcing a new product development in Kobold’s MIM Magnetic Inductive Flowmeter.  MIM now features IO-Link, a short distance, bi-directional, digital, point-to-point, wired, industrial communications networking standard used for connecting digital sensors and...

The Aton Wire-laser measurement system offers a non-contact measurement system, enhancing dimensional accuracy and surface finishes. The ATON Wire-laser is a profile gauge that can measures three product variants namely wires, bars and tubes. The system enables a 100%...

Fibox is proud to present further enhancements to the UL listed NEMA 4X, ARCA – IEC non-metallic polycarbonate cabinet series. Save time when assembling your next build with a snap-in lockable inner front door and an easy to mount DIN-Rail frame solution kit. The...

The new Type 303 Stainless Steel 2-1/2 NPT Threaded Line Vac Air Operated Conveyors convert ordinary pipe into a powerful conveying system for parts, scrap, trim and other bulk materials. They are ideal for food, chemical, pharmaceutical and medical processes or areas...