The Brabender ViscoQuick viscometer is compact, reliable, and delivers results 25 % faster than comparable devices. It’s specialized in measurement for larger sample quantities (5 g to 15 g / 100 mL to 110 mL) that require higher torques (0.25 Nm). The integrated PC,...

Elos Medtech from Gørløse, Denmark builds its own machines for the production and packaging of dental components and aims at standardizing automation throughout. An XTS-based blister packaging machine from 2018 demonstrates the advantages of the platform concept....

The level measurement in the bottom of any distillation column is a critical measurement task in refineries. Tower internals damage due to the failure of level control technologies for residual bottoms is one of the most common issues in refineries. However, this is...

Measure your pumps flow rate, totalised flow, flow over a period of time and the velocity, non-intrusively, with the TUF2000P ultrasonic flowmeter. Print out the results on the built-in printer or data log to the SD card, for later print out in a .txt format. For use...

The VC5 series PLC is a new generation of bus high-performance PLC developed by VeichI. Using its dual-core architecture technology, it has powerful motion control capabilities, the fastest communication cycle is 250μs, and the synchronization time accuracy is ±80ns....

The safety locking device PSENmlock mini is used for efficient protection of safeguards such as flaps, covers or swing gates and sliding gates, for example. With its compact design of just 30 x 30 x 159 mm, there’s always space for the safety switch, even in...

Kinetrol is pleased to introduce the new D-line damped lever operated manual fail safe. Addressing a safety-critical gap in the market and expanding their range of failsafe units, these damped manual failsafe units are fully compliant with the machinery directives and...

A new low-cost modular robotics kit from motion plastics manufacturer, igus, makes automation extremely easy and affordable for manufacturing companies in South Africa. Cost-effective automation is the best possible solution for gripping, turning, pivoting and placing...

The type 2000 2/2-way angle seat valve CLASSIC consists of a pneumatically activated piston actuator and a streamlined gunmetal valve body or one made of precision cast stainless steel. The self-adjusting spindle seal with integrated wiper provides optimal protection...

The LEIPA GROUP is an independent family business – for over 170 years it has stood for environmentally friendly processes and technologies in the area of paper and packaging based on 100% recycling. The range of business activities in Schrobenhausen, where the...

EtherCAT and PC-based control has long been used by the Marchesini Group, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of packaging machines and filling lines for the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries. Nowadays, the Italian machine builder also benefits from...

ISO adaptor kits are designed for converting a standard male drive Kinetrol actuator (double or single acting) to a mounting compliant with ISO 5211:2001. They are available in sizes 02, 03, 05, 07, 08 and 09, and can be fitted to the spring unit of size 02. Features:...

To help users identify and localise ‘mechanical areas of interest’ within short timeframes, Comtest has added a unique new feature to the ii910 precision acoustic imagers. The Firmware 5.0 update brings a MecQ facility to the ii910, which helps minimise unplanned...

If there is one innovation that is inextricably linked with the Italian filling equipment manufacturer Weightpack, it is the electronically controlled net weight rotary filler, which founder Carlo Corniani first introduced in 1979. The principle behind it is still...

The AM8300 servomotors expand the Beckhoff portfolio to include a modular motor series with integrated water cooling. Due to the efficient cooling, an extremely high power density is achieved, so that a rated power of up to 40 kW can be delivered in the smallest...

There are many prerequisites when it comes to gas detection, not least maximum flexibility, increased performance and minimal installation costs. Add in modern expectations such as smart features and the ability to detect explosive, toxic or asphyxiant gases, and the...

Keller manufactures isolated piezoresistive pressure sensors for the type of pressure measurements invented by Keller founder Hannes W. Keller. The great advantage of the piezoresistive measuring principle is its high stability. The chip that measures the pressure is...

Saving energy and minimising energy waste are two of the most critical aspects of energy use. No matter what industry you work in, looking for energy savings means looking at your power consumption rates and developing a power quality management energy-saving plan....

ABB has successfully completed testing of the industry-first automated robot charging technology for underground mines in partnership with mine operators Boliden and LKAB. The goal is to make mines safer by automating one of few manual processes left in mining:...

Motion plastics specialist igus has introduced a new plain bearing made from recycled plastic. The bearing, iglide ECO P210, is a chemical-resistant variant that has been added to the company’s iglide ECO series. The iglide ECO series is manufactured using regranulate...

The breadth and scope of traceability have expanded significantly over the years along with advances in technology, making it a ubiquitous and critical application for today’s world-class manufacturers. We’ll explore the evolution of traceability and its nuances in...

The sizing of a valve is absolutely crucial. It not only affects how much flow can pass through the valve, but it also dictates the flow coefficient and the overall performance. Here are six key reasons why it’s so important to have a correctly sized valve… Quieter...

The New Valve Health app uses custom data analytics to provide timely plantwide health indicators for improved safety, maintenance, and performance. The Plantweb Insight™ Valve Health Application, a powerful software tool that combines Fisher control valve expertise...

In the complex landscape of industrial plant operations, precision is paramount, especially when it comes to weld inspections to test for structural integrity of pipes. This test is also known as NDT (nondestructive testing). The use of high activity gamma sources for...

Introducing a range of thermal imaging and wireless testing tools designed to ensure safety is the top priority for engineers working in potentially dangerous arc flash zones. Every company’s electrical safety strategy should be based on limiting workers’ exposure to...

Kinetrol’s PDK range of special engineered ball valves feature UHMWPE (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene) seats and have been specially designed for high cycle reliability for abrasive process media, such as slurry. Currently, they are available as 1” Class...

As a globally operating family business, GROB-Werke has been developing systems and machine tools for the most renowned automotive manufacturers, among others, for over 95 years. This period has been characterized not only by technical innovations, but also by the...

When there is the need to reduce or eliminate harmful shock or excessive motion, or when a valve application requires accurate and repeatable closing or opening times, Kinetrol Steadyline provides the next level of valve stability, accuracy, and speed control. The...

The WIKA model OLS-2 optoelectronic level switch is used for the detection of limit levels in liquids. The OLS-2 operates widely independent of physical characteristics such as refractive index, colour, density, dielectric constant and conductivity. Measurement of...

Energy Capital approached Adroit Technologies with the task of conceptualising, engineering, and delivering an innovative solution aimed at firstly understanding and then reducing both assets and energy consumption for a customer in the retail sector. This initiative...

Investing in cranes and associated lifting equipment is probably one of the most important CAPEX expenditures that a company can budget for. It makes sense then to ensure that the maintenance programming reduces downtime, is solution and predictive driven and cost...

Within mining operations, winders are instrumental in vertical transportation, ensuring safe and efficient transport of people and tools in the mine shafts. Maintaining the hydraulic oil that regulates the winder brakes can pose a challenge. Leaks can lead to a...

EXAIR’s new 1/8 NPT HollowStream™ liquid atomizing spray nozzle is the latest addition to EXAIR’s line of Liquid Atomizing Nozzles. Providing a hollow cone spray pattern, the HollowStream features a tangential flow design is vaneless, with wide open internal features...

The thermal imager Optris PI 640i is the smallest measuring VGA infrared camera, with a body-sized 45x56x90 mm and weighing only 269 - 340 g (depending on the lens), the Optris PI 640i counts among the most compact thermal imaging cameras on the world market. Optris...

German polymer manufacturer, igus, is slowly changing the way we do things by replacing metals and other everyday materials with stronger, longer lasting polymers that can stand up to almost any challenge. In South Africa igus is gaining a reputation for its...

The SFRA45 Sweep Frequency Response Analyser has a bandwidth of 5Hz to 45MHz and offers a fully portable solution. It fully complies with IEC60076-18 – Power Transformers Part 18 – Measurement of frequency response requirements. It features a built-in colour LCD...

Software company Zeugwerk GmbH, headquartered in the Austrian town of Wattens, is convinced that state-of-the-art software engineering is becoming an increasingly important factor in automation. They believe this is the only way for machine builders to cope with the...

pH calibration solutions, also called pH buffers, are an essential tool when measuring pH. While some users will try to make their own solutions to save money, these homemade buffers are not accurate nor stable, and in the end will interfere with the accuracy of your...

The integrated ASI8100 stepper motor drive from Beckhoff’s range of compact drive technology products (up to 48 V DC) combines a stepper motor, stepper motor output stage, and fieldbus connection in a space-saving design. As an EtherCAT slave, it can be placed...

The processing of copper scrap involves many precisely coordinated processes. This is the only way to ensure that the recycled copper can be used effectively later on. When it comes to level instrumentation, Montanwerke Brixlegg relies on radar technology from VEGA....

Businesses worldwide face the dual challenge of rising fuel costs and environmental energy taxes; there has never been a more critical time to focus time and effort on reducing utility costs. Sanid Usanovic reviews how a German food and beverage plant makes Fluke...

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 known as...

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 Air Gun...

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 pneumatic...

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...

Process automation in hazardous areas requires specialist equipment, which Bürkert has excelled in for many years. The company’s process of continuous improvement has led to the latest update to the Type 8650 AirLINE valve island, which has expanded the features of...

Yummy Bakery's pancakes are "hot" and end up on the shelves of virtually every major retail chain in Belgium. The secret behind this success? Using the authentic ingredients and preparation method on a baking plate. A recipe that perfectly combines with digitalization...

The PeakTech® P 1331» 100 MHz /4 CH, 1 GS/s PC oscilloscope with USB and LAN is ideal for mobile use on a laptop or for permanent installation in control cabinets. For fast display of any incoming waveform, just press the Autoset button and the oscilloscope itself...

A control valve more than four meters tall for Siemens Energy in Duisburg breaks the internal design height record of ARCA. In September 2021 there was a special type of acceptance test at one of the ARCA factories in Tönisvorst, Germany. With a design height of...

The new LMSCA length measuring system - ultra-compact and industry-robust - our product group of length measuring systems is extended with the LMSCA by an extremely compact and nevertheless robust system. The system is just 120 mm long. It can be combined with...

With VEGAPULS 42, VEGA brings its extensive experience with radar measurement technology to factory automation. Equipped with IO-Link and versatile hygienic adapters, the new level sensor meets the key requirements of modern industry: to perform complex measuring...

For larger mission-critical steel and concrete structures, such as bridges, ports, wharves, tanks or industrial pipelines, impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) systems are often used to protect key assets from the ongoing threat of corrosion. The two main...

Pico Technology has announced a further development of its PicoScope 6000E Series mixed-signal oscilloscopes (MSOs) with the launch of four new 4-channel models, each of which can be configured with 16 optional digital channels. With bandwidths of 750 MHz or 1 GHz,...

For more than 50 years, Bausch+Ströbel SE + Co. KG, headquartered in Ilshofen, Germany, has been developing packaging and production systems for the pharmaceutical and related industries. The company’s goal is to offer the best technical and economical solutions for...

Elos Medtech from Gørløse, Denmark builds its own machines for the production and packaging of dental components, and aims at standardizing automation throughout. An XTS-based blister packaging machine from 2018 demonstrates the advantages of the platform concept....

Water tension is a critical parameter. Everyone has walked along a wet beach at some time and noticed how the damp sand wobbles like jelly when stepped on several times. This may be fun on a beach, but it’s no joke at a construction site or in an earthquake. Houses...

Converters understand how many steps and purposeful decisions go into transforming rolls of film into bags and pouches. To ensure that the 760-SUP stand-up pouch system would continue to flexibly adapt to new requirements, U.S. machine builder CMD Corp. decided on a...

To rescue, rehabilitate and protect rhino populations, highly specialised conservation programs have been set up in some of the biggest national parks in Southern Africa. In fact, over 44 percent of protected land in South Africa is dedicated to nature reserves, which...

Bronkhorst’s IQ+FLOW series of miniature mass flow and pressure meters and controllers is widely used by equipment manufacturers in the analytical, biotechnology and life science market. Due to the application of chip sensors and mini-valves the footprint of single...

Pepperl+Fuchs now offers a practical solution for users looking for an easy entry into the world of RFID with all its possibilities. The new F191 RFID read/write device combines the advantages of sophisticated industrial UHF technology with a standardised interface...

The Fluke 5560A High-Performance Multi-Product Calibrator provides the broadest electrical workload coverage and highest accuracy. Satisfying demand at the high end of the multi-product calibrator market, the 5560A sits neatly in Fluke's product range under the...

Introducing a pressure transmitter for temperature compensation and protection from electromagnetic fields (EMC) in the recently approved 21Y Series. With measuring ranges between 2 bar and 1000 bar, the 21Y Series transmitters can be used at temperatures ranging from...

From industrial automation to autonomous vehicles to care robots, mastering the challenges of the future will require powerful 3D sensors that capture their surroundings quickly, comprehensively, and with millimetre precision. A technological innovation from...

In industrial automation, the demand for reliable and accurate pressure measurement solutions is crucial, particularly in hygienic applications and harsh operating conditions. WIKA, a leading manufacturer of measurement instrumentation, offers the PSD-4 electronic...

i.safe MOBILE has launched the world’s first 5G smartphone for ATEX and IECEx zone 1/21. The intrinsically safe mobile device, which was also developed for use in 5G campus networks, offers companies great flexibility thanks to its wide range of possible applications,...

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 for the coming years. This takes in the megatrends of digitalisation,...

Wireless remote monitoring technology provides the most convenient and cost-effective method for plant and asset managers to monitor and manage all important system data across their sites, particularly over large areas. Here, Ian Loudon explains the benefits of using...

When packaging products as small as microbatteries, it goes without saying that precision is just as important as speed and efficiency. This is particularly true of hearing aid batteries, which can only maintain their performance by being hermetically sealed with a...

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 measured data and ensures high operational safety. The special feature...

Designed to replace the conventional thermal bimetal protection device this electronic version is far more accurate and longer lasting than anything used before.  Newelec’s LA Series is designed to be user-friendly with only one setting and includes an integrated...

Cathodic protection (CP) systems are used to protect critical infrastructure from corrosion on projects globally. Although designing CP systems can often be a simple task, it gets much more complicated if the system is intended for use in hazardous environments...

In the manufacturing arena, people and machines tend to have a symbiotic relationship – they depend upon each other for their performance and future improvements. People are increasingly making better machines – most recently using affordable and innovative automation...

How can automation solutions with artificial intelligence help optimize maintenance and production for sustainable manufacturing? This article describes how Omron supports the E-mobility market of the future in sustainable pouch battery cell production and it looks at...

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 testing during transport. The battery-operated CPG1200 has been designed...

Low-cost lithium-ion battery cells (LIB) are the key to mass electromobility, although the manufacturing process has always been a cost driver – until now. Researchers at TU Berlin are using continuous Z-folding to replace the traditional pick-and-place movements that...

The new ASCO™ Series 641, 642 and 643 Aluminum Filter Regulators maximize process efficiency and reduce unplanned downtime in a broad range of process applications. This line of durable, aluminum filter regulators can handle the highest flow rates of any regulators in...

The NewElec GA Plus Earth Leakage relay provides earth leakage protection also known as ground fault protection designed to protect personnel and equipment by rapid disconnection of main supply to faulted equipment. A unique feature is the integrated distinguishing...

Rhosonics helps mineral processing plants to replace nuclear density gauges by use of ultrasonic technology, allowing operators to achieve process optimization in a safer, more reliable, sustainable and cost effective way, contributing to a greener and smarter...

Poor grounding not only increases the risk of equipment failure; it is dangerous. Facilities need to have adequately grounded electrical systems so that in the event of a lightning strike, or utility overvoltage, current will find a safe path to earth. Simple...

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 the SDP 5003.2080 and offers maximum security of investment. Due to...

Introducing Fluke’s FEV300 Test Adapter Kits, designed to test the function and safety of charging stations mode 3 for AC charging. The adapter imitates an electric vehicle and opens up a charging cycle (activating voltage/current output), allowing users to conduct...

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...

With energy prices fluctuating at a persistently high level, companies must continue to deal with the complex problem of energy cost savings. If you want to sustainably reduce energy costs, you first need to know where the causes of unnecessarily high consumption are...

PowerLogic HeatTag is an innovative smart sensor for early detection of overheating of wire connections or cables that analyses switchboard gas and particles and provides alerts before smoke or insulator browning can occur. PowerLogic HeatTag forms part of Schneider...

The communication system developed by Beckhoff has proven itself as a high-performance real-time Ethernet technology. Indeed, EtherCAT has firmly established its place on the market thanks to its continuity and technical development and has even become an open IEC...

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’ goal is to enable its customers to enter the Cloud and take advantage of today’s powerful IIoT technology,...

Ethernet-APL is ready – now let's get started. Diagnostics from Ethernet APL networks take on an important role in day-to-day practice. Users who until now have relied exclusively on their multimeters now need to have a rethink. Ethernet has proven its worth over many...

Ethernet-APL-capable field devices from the hazardous areas of zones 0/20 and 1/21 can be connected directly to the ELX6233 EtherCAT Terminal from Beckhoff. The combination of flexible EtherCAT system architecture and the extensive ELX portfolio now facilitates the...

South Africa has been facing energy consumption issues, such as load shedding and power outages, which have affected the smooth operation of business buildings. The use of data loggers can help in identifying opportunities for energy saving, especially for those who...

In a wind turbine, a proportion of the kinetic energy generated by the wind is transformed into electric energy and fed into the closed power network. The wind’s usable kinetic energy increases with the wind speed.  Wind turbines, therefore, use kinetic energy to...

The Beckhoff portfolio of hybrid connectors, and thus One Cable Automation, has already proved itself thousands of times in the field. In addition to the technical advantages of consistent modularization with a uniform data core, standardization via the future IEC...

Beckhoff has developed the TwinCAT Chat Client for the TwinCAT XAE engineering environment. This makes it possible to use Large Language Models (LLMs), such as ChatGPT from OpenAI, conveniently in the development of a TwinCAT project for increased productivity in...

The Delta Ohm HD32.3TC is the latest in portable data loggers servicing microclimate and indoor air quality (IAQ) and PM measurement requirements. Technically, the HD32.3TC is an advanced device comprising a large memory capacity for long measuring cycles and its...

A highly efficient industrial network is coming to rescue of the solar industry as solar panels, inverters and batteries are being targeted by thieves and threatens to destabilise the industry. The use of a decentralised network, based on a long-range low-power...

EXAIR’s new Intellistat® Ion Air Nozzle is the latest solution for static elimination in sensitive processes. Like the Intellistat Ion Air Gun, this new Nozzle provides a lightweight solution rated Class 5 for clean rooms and controlled environments per ISO 14644-1....

Motion plastics and cable manufacturer, igus, has introduced its new readycable hybrid cables suitable for drive technology from Siemens and SEW-EURODRIVE. Save installation space and weight with just one cable for power and data: it's easy with harnessed igus...

When a level or pressure sensor is taken out of service and replaced, it takes countless important sensor settings and data with it into retirement. However, the settings and measured values are not lost, because a new VEGA software tool saves everything that matters....

The PSD-4 electronic pressure switch is the universal solution for industrial automation tasks – also in hygienic applications and under harsh conditions. Thanks to EHEDG and 3-A certification, the pressure switch is also suitable for industries with high hygienic...

Instrotech, the local representative of Optris, has launched the CSvision series of ratio pyrometers, with a range from 300 °C to 3000 °C, it is possible to measure the temperature of metals, melts or ceramics non-contact, safely and reliably from different distances....

Today’s manufacturers are under pressure to be more flexible, reduce downtime, increase efficiency and, above all, keep personnel safe. These efforts are complicated but yet another requirement: the successful management of external influences. These factors are...

The HI510 and HI520 are advanced process controllers that can be configured for applications requiring monitoring and/ or control of four main water-analysis parameters: pH, ORP, Conductivity, and Dissolved Oxygen.  These controllers feature a digital probe input(s)...

Fluke, locally represented by Comtest, a global technology leader in manufacturing compact, professional electronic test and measurement tools and software, introduces Fluke’s Solar Multifunction Tester 1000 (SMFT-1000), the latest addition to their expanding line...

Meet two new GroLine dosing systems, one for pH and the other for Conductivity (EC/TDS). With these newest additions to the Hanna GroLine product family, growers can generate larger yields and increased profits. Hanna’s GroLine Dosing Systems are perfect for...

VEGA, the Black Forest manufacturer of level, switching and pressure instrumentation, is on a security mission. In January 2023, it delivered to its customers what is unquestionably the world’s first level sensor with built-in cyber security features. With this new...

Online tool instead of Excel: WIKA now provides the wake frequency calculation for thermometer thermowells in accordance with ASME PTC 19.3 TW-2016 in a web-based version. The new programme has adopted the proven and clear presentation of results from the previous...

“Monitoring of the pH balance of water across all sectors of industry plays a major role in ensuring that the quality of the water is compliant with the required pH ranges for the application. An incorrect pH balance will affect potable water and wastewater plant due...

Technology replaces error-prone manual record keeping and monitors energy and utilities parameters, improving efficiency and productivity … introducing the new Clean In Place (CIP) Utilities and Automated Reporting Analytics package delivered via PACEdge™ and Movicon™...

Vibration transmitters play a crucial role in any industrial process plant as they are responsible for monitoring the health of machinery. These devices are used to measure the vibration levels of machinery and equipment, such as pumps, motors, and fans, and convert...

OMRON entered the PLC market in the 1970s, and the company sought to differentiate itself from competitors from the start. In the previous decade, OMRON invested heavily in developing new technological concepts and in 1967, the company introduced the theory of SINIC...

Despite great engineering, no system is failproof. That’s where commissioning comes in, establishing a baseline of performance for customer acceptance and follow-on maintenance. Commissioning is important not only for photovoltaic (PV) system performance, but also for...

When building custom machinery for the demanding automotive industry, Sodecia’s Global Tech and Automation Center (GTAC) applies principles from series production. The redesign of a seat belt assembly machine is a prime example of the benefits of PC- and...

Sailing has existed as a means of transport for millennia and the spirit of sportsmanship is as old as humanity itself. This combination has given rise to some interesting sports such as regattas. At the Vendée Globe ‘20-‘21, for example, a non-stop, round-the-world...

Patient and healthcare worker safety in South African hospitals is set to reach a new level of excellence with the launch of the revolutionary HERO21 robotic sanitisation system – the first two units of which have been installed at Polokwane Provincial Hospital. The...

When designing a safety solution for a machine or application, a fundamental consideration is whether to implement it as a standalone or network safety solution. Standalone safety involves wiring safety devices point-to-point to a safety relay or controller, which in...

To fully push the limits of what is technically feasible with computing power that can be scaled as needed, the STIWA Group has been relying on PC-based control technology from Beckhoff since the 1990s. This results in cycle times of less than one second, positioning...

Introducing the Rosemount™ 3408 Level Transmitter, a non-contacting radar device designed to optimize ease-of-use at every touchpoint, leading to increased site and worker safety and enhanced plant performance. The Rosemount 3408 is a versatile level measurement...

Poor grounding not only increases the risk of equipment failure; it is dangerous. Facilities need to have adequately grounded electrical systems so that in the event of a lightning strike, or utility overvoltage, current will find a safe path to earth. Simple...

Pépin Industries Ltd. has been producing industrial paints in Canada since 1958. To automate traditional production processes when Pépin moved to a larger facility, system integrator Centris Technologies relied on the open control technology from Beckhoff. It enables...

The Inspecta Automatic Purge System is a cost-effective, ambient-air purge system that requires neither compressed air nor an additional power source to remove the fly ash build-up within the Inspecta pipe-sets, for leak detection in power stations. Instrotech...

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...

The WIKA Group is making a strategic investment into LORIOT AG, a leading IIoT company enabling long-range IIoT networks worldwide. LORIOT’s core products are software for scalable, distributed, resilient operation of LoRaWAN® networks and end-to-end applications....

A low cost, reliable way to cool and purge electronic control panels, EXAIR Cabinet Coolers incorporate a vortex tube to produce cold air from compressed air — with no moving parts. The compact Cabinet Cooler can be installed in minutes through a standard electrical...

How do you optimise a level sensor that already has everything: The best focusing, highest accuracy, simple operation, universal communication? What sounds like an obvious question has led VEGA to create much more than just an even better sensor. When using the new...

The Jumo Zelos capacitive level detector identifies the level of liquids and solids. This device can also be used in pressurised tanks and pipes. In an industrial environment, it proves its advantages in applications requiring overflow and dry-running protection or...

Siko’s SGH25 wire-actuated encoder is characterised by a measurement range of up to 2.5 m and an extremely long service life. The variety of interfaces meets the very highest requirements, even in applications that are critical for safety. With this performance...

Few things are as disposable as paper towels. But the next time you nonchalantly toss away (or compost) a paper towel, keep in mind that there's a lot more to it than meets the eye. Paper towels are manufactured through a finely tuned system of electrical, electronic,...

The IMU F99 combines an accelerometer, gyroscope and intelligent, configurable sensor fusion algorithm. With the new version of the inertial measurement unit F99, Pepperl+Fuchs now makes inclination detection in dynamic applications even more precise. This is made...

Engelhard Arzneimittel is one of the leading brand manufacturers in the field of over-the-counter medicines. Its well-known products, which include the cough medicine Prospan, are sold in more than a hundred countries worldwide. The pharmaceutical company has...

Some applications require different supply voltages. What previously had to be solved with several switch amplifiers can now be handled by one single device of the new switch amplifier product family from Pepperl+Fuchs. One Solution for Many Voltage Ranges In...

“Conductivity is a good indicator of water cleanliness and an important parameter in the supply of drinking water.” The supply of clean drinking water and guaranteeing its quality and quantity is becoming a more acute, important and costly issue. To record parameters...

“These days, monitoring the fill level is a key factor for many applications and industries and even for our basic requirements.” It is a fact that most drinking water comes from groundwater. No longer confined to the Global South, general water scarcity is now an...

Since 1988 the 5700 range of Fluke calibrators has set the standard for multifunction calibrator performance in calibration laboratories worldwide.  Fluke is offering what they are calling the “gold standard” of multifunction calibration – the very impressive 5730A...

Whether wooden Euro pallets or special pallets made of plastic—flexible solutions are required for detecting different types of pallets on conveyor lines. Based on a customer requirement, Pepperl+Fuchs has developed a sensor solution that is now available for the...

The three existing PS power supply series from Beckhoff have been expanded to include new devices with a built-in EtherCAT interface within the PS2000 series. They make it easy to gather additional measurement and device data for comprehensive system monitoring, which...

The UK aims to build enough wind farms to power every household by 2030. The potential of wind power was demonstrated by a recent record, when on a single day in January wind farms produced 19,835 megawatts, which is enough to cover more than half of England’s...

Processes that take place under harsh conditions must be monitored. Monitoring is not only important for safety reasons, but also supports process optimization. Measurements of density, level or level switch play a major role in ensuring that critical processes are...

Rising energy costs and more stringent legislation guiding sustainable practices are spurring companies to re-evaluate processes and seek new tools and technologies to reduce waste and overcome challenges in today’s industrial environments. Fluke, locally represented...

Power quality measurements can be complex to set up and frustrating when critical events are missed. The Fluke 1770 Series captures more than 500 power quality parameters by default so critical power quality events are never missed — from fast transients up to 8kV,...

Due to persistently rising energy costs, savings in this area are a top priority for almost all companies, especially for electricity and natural gas. However, anyone who wants to reduce the cost of natural gas consumption must first know where the potential sources...

PC-based control, the PC- and EtherCAT-based control and drive technology from Beckhoff, offers great potential for making machines and systems for the plastics processing industry work more sustainably. The software is based on the TwinCAT 3 Plastic Framework, the...

Kinetrol can select, supply and actuate ball, butterfly and plug valves from across the industry or mount free issue valves to Kinetrol actuators and control units for either on / off or modulating valve service. With over 60 years of valve automation experience...

A hydraulic gear pump immersed in its own reservoir delivers pressurised oil to the vane-type 90° actuator via the control box, which contains non-return valves and solenoid valves to direct the flow into the actuator; with cam operated limit switches to control...

Machine builders in any industrial application can now use Emerson’s PACSystems™ RXi HMI, a next-generation machine visualisation solution designed to help set their systems apart for customers. The new system easily helps users overcome the limitations of lower...

Demineralisation removes dissolved solids (total dissolved solids or TDS) and mineral ions from feed water and process streams. Demineralisation (demin) plants typically use ion exchange to offer near-total removal of ionic mineral contaminants. Allmech, South African...

Large volume thickening tanks are used in the mining industry to concentrate ore or minerals. Gravity settling drives the solid-liquid separation, which concentrates the solids at the bottom of the tank. The concentrated slurry is removed via an underflow outlet and...

Steinmüller Africa brings local custom-engineered industrial shell and tube heat exchangers to sub-Saharan Africa’s process industries. The company has now introduced three-dimensional (3D) modelling to the heat exchanger and boiler design process, which increases...

Together, shipping, receiving, and storage count for less than half of all warehousing activity costs. The lion’s share of expenses- a whopping 55%- is bound in order picking. Breaking down the various activities associated with order picking, we find that over 60% of...

The Explosion Proof Limit Switch Box offers a wide range of signalling options in a compact corrosion resistant aluminium alloy housing. Available for close - mounting onto Kinetrol actuators or discrete mounting via a Kinetrol 05 square or industry standard VDI/VDE...

The Gems 3100, 3200 and 3500 series pressure sensors are ideal for systems that need consistent high levels of performance, reliability and stability. The sputtered thin film diaphragm offers unbeatable price performance ratio in a small package size. They feature...

Chlorine is an extremely reactive and versatile chemical; it is also rather hazardous to produce. To rule out any harm to people and the environment, the individual process steps must be monitored reliably and precisely. Take pressure measurements, for example: in...

In the food and pharma industries, Anderson-Negele TFP temperature sensors are synonymous with quality, reliability, and durability. The new TS series entered the market as a new sensor generation that surpasses this performance class. Thanks to the integration of the...

Whether for gases or liquids, Kobold’s KDS flowmeter performs process monitoring and control tasks reliably. Via a magnetic tracking system, the float position is transmitted to a corresponding pointer and optionally to an analogue output. The fluid flows from bottom...

Comtest announced the top three electrical hazards to avoid when installing and maintaining PV solar installations to keep technicians safe. Renewable energy is one of the fastest-growing markets in the world – recent trends show solar installations have doubled...

Plant availability plays a crucial role in the process industry in particular, so building redundancy into automation technology designs is vital. This is why Beckhoff expanded its extensive range of solutions in this area to also include a software solution for...

In western Switzerland, the stations operated by Gaznat for the management of natural gas supplies are gradually being equipped with new monitoring equipment. The energy provider is working with Beckhoff Switzerland to achieve greater efficiency and accuracy,...

Fluke’s 914X Series Field Metrology Wells (Fluke 9142, Fluke 9143, Fluke 9144) extend high performance to the industrial process environment by maximizing portability, speed, and functionality with little compromise to metrology performance. Field Metrology Wells are...

A comprehensive digital twin enabled Pollmann, a global market leader for sunroof kinematics and electromechanical door locks, to virtually design its latest factory in Vitis, Austria. Project designers, installers and the building owner worked closely together and...

Comtest is offering the PicoScope 2000 models from Pico Technology, UK-based design, development and manufacturer of PC Oscilloscopes and data loggers.  This addition further expands the applications and debug capabilities of Pico’s powerful yet highly portable...

Instrotech, local supplier of Optris announces the arrival of the new compact infrared Optris Xi 410 camera that combines the benefits of infrared cameras as well as infrared thermometers. “Alongside the usual use of an IR camera with a PC and software, this camera...

The Siko AP20 position indicator is ideally equipped to detect the position of spindle adjustments in machines. It displays the corresponding positional data to the operator and passes it on to the machine control system. Simple system integration in combination with...

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...

Poor power quality comes at a cost. Monetary cost can come from power losses, but damaged assets could cost even more, including potential losses due to down time of a manufacturing process. Assets damaged by power quality events that result in increased heat will...

The latest new product offering from Jumo is the Midas C12 CA pressure transmitter that has been especially developed for applications in compressors. This ceramic sensor precisely acquires relative pressures and provides a reliable signal with long-term stability. By...

Using traditional tools such as a clamp meter or multimeter to test and troubleshoot solar PV installations takes a lot of time, and the accuracy of results may vary. There is a quicker and more accurate way to test solar PV systems, which could streamline maintenance...

  Pressure instrument calibration is a significant part of the maintenance workload in process plants that requires a high level of accuracy and repeatability. Comtest is offering the Fluke 729 ​​​​​​​Automatic Pressure Calibrator - simplifying the calibration process...

Devices in the Jumo hydroTRANS series are reliable humidity and temperature transmitters with an optional CO2 module, which operate according to the capacitive measurement method. Available with various interfaces, the series is characterised by easy installation,...

Jumo has bundled the company’s expertise in the SIL (Safety Integrity Level) and PL (Performance Level) fields for many years. Now this portfolio – using the name JSP (Jumo Safety Performance) – has been expanded to include another important measurand. It enables the...

Fluke is experiencing increasing demand for high-precision handheld devices which can measure photovoltaic (PV) systems in the United Kingdom. The number of solar installations in the United Kingdom has doubled within the last year and is set to double again before...

If you want to ride the cable cars, you don't necessarily have to go to San Francisco. A modern counterpart has been in service in Perugia, Italy, since 2008. To ensure that the fully automatic Minimetro continues to reliably transport residents and tourists alike to...

In the search for a precise transport system for fully automated electronic module assembly systems, the Dutch company IMS found a fitting solution with Beckhoff. With a repeatability of 10 µm, the linear transport system XTS meets the high requirements for product...

With the MX-System as a modular automation toolkit, Beckhoff has packaged its comprehensive product portfolio in a new housing system, which is designed in such a way that the resulting solution can completely replace traditional control cabinets. In doing so,...

Devices in the Jumo hydroTRANS series are reliable humidity and temperature transmitters with an optional CO2 module, which operate according to the capacitive measurement method. Available with various interfaces, the series is characterised by easy installation,...

Igus energy chains are used in a wide variety of applications, especially where cables are required to flex and follow a linear path such as in cranes, heavy equipment, robotics and other applications. Even despite the protection offered by the company’s specially...

Whether an industrial environment or in a coffee machine, in order to maximize the service life of a linear guide and to keep the required drive energy low, it is important to reduce friction and wear as much as possible. German manufacturer, igus, a motion plastics...

Cable manufacturer, igus has received UL AWM certification from the well-known US organization Underwriters Laboratories (UL) for its high-end TPE cables that do not use fire-retardant halogens as additives. This is the first time that the testing organisation has...

OMRON has announced the launch of the new V440-F barcode reader to help manufacturers achieve high-volume, high-speed reading of the tiniest codes, and achieve traceability goals such as securing the supply chain and maximizing OEE. The compact V440-F Series provides...

There are few industries as diverse as the water and environmental industry. Keller has sensorscan, found in many varied applications. For instance, Keller senscorscans are used to measure the sea depth, monitor the water pressure at the bottom of dams, calculate flow...

Multimeters … They’ve been described as a modern-day tape measure. But what exactly is a digital multimeter (DMM) and what can you do with it? How do you make measurements safely? What features do you need? What is the easiest way to get the most out of your meter?...

Kobold’s electronic unit ZOE is specifically designed for the calculation and display of flow rates and volume flow of flowmeters. Whether users have an external power supply or need a battery-powered device, and when a back-lit display is required (or not), the ZOE...

Whether for gases or liquids, Instrotech has Kobold’s KDS flowmeter, which performs process monitoring and control tasks reliably. Via a magnetic tracking system, the float position is transmitted to a corresponding pointer and optionally to an analogue output. The...

A pioneering application of the Fluke ii900 Industrial Acoustic Imager has enabled a world leader in patient care to improve safety levels across multiple hospital sites while also being able to meet its own demanding sustainability targets. The Mediclinic Group, an...

Coffee is one of the world’s most consumed drinks, which is why it is no surprise that so many coffee machines can be found where people live and work. Coffee from bean-to-cup machines is enjoyed most often. Bean-to-cup coffee machines are devices which can produce a...

Although the consequences of inadequate machine safety practices can be severe, there are nonetheless several misunderstandings in existence that put many facilities and their employees at risk. OMRON assesses and evaluates over 3000 machines a year across the world...

Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks can target any application or service that is reachable from the internet. Web servers, DNS servers, routers, session border controllers, and many other services are constantly subject to attack. Identifying and mitigating...

With ATRO, Beckhoff is presenting a new concept for robotics applications. This is a modular system from which the right robot kinematics can be put together extremely flexibly for any application. A highlight of the system is the internal media feed for data, power...

For almost 40 years now, EXAIR Corporation has been devoted to a singular goal of providing quiet, safe, and efficient compressed air products for industry. In that time, their product offering has grown considerably … and it’s just taken another leap with the...

The Jumo SIRAS P21 AR/DP programmable pressure transmitter is approved for use in safety-related plants with Safety Integrity Level (SIL) according to DIN EN 61508 and Performance Level (PL) according to DIN EN 13849. As a result, the device is perfectly suited for...

Position indicators are used in a wide range of sectors and for all production environments, as almost all machines and systems feature guide elements, material stops or tools which require precise and reliable positioning or alignment. The digital position indicators...

Wenglor Sensoric’s  long-range laser distance sensors with Wintec  redefine the performance limits of photoelectronic sensors. These transit time sensors available in plastic or stainless steel 316L housing have not only been given a big increase in performance with...

Sustainability in the packaging industry is one of the key aspects of fighting the plastic waste issue and ultimately climate change. The challenges that this presents, require flexible and powerful automation technology. In times of increasing sustainability efforts,...

Instrotech is offering the latest in conductive level switches, Kobold’s NEK, a complete, functional unit that reliably monitors the limit level of conductive media, even under heavy process conditions. Whether used for monitoring chemical or fresh water tanks, mixing...

EXAIR’s Line Vac Air Operated Conveyors provide an efficient method of converting ordinary pipe, hose, or tubes into powerful in-line conveyors. To accommodate the wide variety of unique problems manufacturers face, EXAIR has the ability to customize and tailor Line...

Boilers systems are an integral part of a commercial building's central energy plant, typically comprising several devices located together, allowing for easy monitoring and services like water and electrical systems. The devices are chillers, cooling towers, piping...

WIKA’s new model FLR-SC level transmitters with reed measuring chain are used for level measurement in liquid media. They work on the float principle with magnetic transmission. The float's magnetic system in the guide tube actuates a resistance measuring chain that...

Compared to other technologies, the LTM-2 has proven reliable in measuring the froth/slurry interface in the mining Industry over the span of the last decade. Trusted by customers in the following flotation operations: Copper Flotation Gold Flotation Molybdenum...

Adroit Technologies and Mitsubishi Electric produce a complete and scalable offering for the industrial sector, with solutions at various levels, designed to satisfy different customer needs and to permit the development of customised systems for specific...

The Greasebuster™ is highly effective at removing large amounts of and heavy fats present in bakeries, ready-made meal manufacturers and meat processors etc. Effective at removing heavy materials, the Greasebuster™ can remove heavy oils and grease from metal machining...

  The advantages of electromotive actuators are receiving more attention in process automation. As simple, smart systems they offer diverse opportunities for process optimisation. With the Type 3360/3361 electromotive seat valves Bürkert offers a complete process...

The new Memosens laboratory portfolio, consisting of the Liquiline CML18 and the associated CPL51E, CPL53E, CPL57E, CPL59E, CLL47 and COL37 combine simple operation with trustworthy measured values. The portfolio supports data and quality management in verification...

In today’s working environment, especially in the Cement Industry, it is essential that all economic and safety issues are addressed. By using inferior equipment, you could see an increase in breakdowns, system shutdowns, material waste and even fatalities. Kinetrol...

Automated weld seam in robot welding cells is a complex task in a harsh industrial environment. The micrometer-accurate detection of the guide point with different types of joint by 2D/3D profile is one of the most effective solutions for this challenge. In...

“The FLEXI-FLOW is Bronkhorst’s newest Mass Flow Controller series. With this revolutionary instrument, you are not only able to measure and control gas flow and measure the temperature, but also to measure and control the upstream and downstream pressures in your...

Moving or reconfiguring a production line can disrupt a complex and finely tuned system. When a line is moved, electrical distribution systems, variable frequency drives (VFDs), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), lighting, communication circuitry, controls,...

From regional short line freight service to coast-to-coast passenger trains, the nation’s railroads depend on diesel power.  With increasing investments in new technology diesel engines and repowering and replacement of existing engines, railroads are poised for...

When thinking about robots used in Japan, many people imagine large-scale robots in manufacturing plants, collaborative robots (cobots), and hospitality and care applications. A novel solution for food manufacturing has been unveiled by Juchheim Co., Ltd., a...

There is so much terminology related to stationary batteries and it’s hard to know what everything means. So, what’s the difference is between jars and straps? What is a jar? A stationary battery jar is a container that holds the cell or group of cells and...

A Roots blower pump is a positive displacement Rotary Lobe pump that operates by pumping air or a gas with a pair of meshing lobes not unlike a set of stretched gears. Air/gas is then trapped in pockets surrounding the lobes and carried from the intake side to the...

The SIKO Inclinometer IK360L is capable of working under the roughest and toughest of conditions. These inclinometer sensors conform to protection classes IP68 and IP69k and is protected against access with a wire as well as being dustproof. It is also protected...

Keller’s electronic ECO 2 manometer is an instrument that can perform all standard measuring jobs at an exceptionally low price.  Compared to its mechanical predecessors. Keller’s digital technology offers high resolution, excellent repeatability at very similar...

Kobold was tasked to provide a solution for the problem of phosphate precipitation in wastewater treatment plants.  By adding Iron (III) Chloride (FeCl3) into the aeration basin, the phosphates dissolved in excess wastewater are chemically mixed with sludge...

Glass manufacture requires special equipment for non-contact temperature measurement due to its physical properties. In addition to the special infrared thermometers, Optris, locally represented by Instrotech, has on offer an industry-specific, thermal imaging camera...

The new product has just left the factory, in a shelf-ready package in the specified mixed ratio to meet customer needs. The packaging has been handled by another company: a co-packer. Co-packing can be found in all Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) markets, but...

The Optris PI 1M IR camera is especially suited to measuring the temperature of metals, as these exhibit a distinctly higher emissivity at the short measurement wavelength of 1μm than at measurements in the previously conventional wavelength range of 8 – 14 μm. The...

OMRON has announced the addition of the RT1-Series for industrial remote access into its line up of industrial automation solutions. The turnkey solution enables remote corrective maintenance without costly and time-consuming onsite visits. With remote access, users...

With the first robot-based welding system for elevator girders, XIZI Heavy Industry not only ensures a consistently high quality of safety-relevant welds, but welders are also relieved of strenuous and dangerous work while benefitting from significant productivity...

Comtest is offering the Fluke 1586A Super-DAQ Precision Temperature Scanner. With up to 40 analogue input channels and scan rates as fast as 10 channels per second, the Super-DAQ is ideal for applications such as thermal mapping, process sensor calibration, quality...

It’s the foundation of any electrical safety program: limiting the exposure of workers to the electrical hazards of shock and arc flash. Using test leads and clamps to probe inside a live panel when troubleshooting and performing routine maintenance always exposes...

When people talk about sustainable mobility, the first thing that comes to mind is battery-powered e-cars. Fuel cells or direct hydrogen burners are complementary technologies that often fade into the background yet have a lot to offer when it comes to CO₂ reduction...

The Swiss company KELLER AG für Druckmesstechnik is a specialist in pressure sensor technology and offers an extremely wide range of products for a host of applications that require correspondingly complex production processes. A diaphragm embossing machine used in...

Within ASSTech’s portfolio of top class suppliers is German-manufacturer Jumo, that have now expanded its extensive automation range with a complete solution for process engineering operations. The application is designed to be particularly user-friendly and can be...

The Fluke 750 Series Documenting Process Calibrators are specifically designed for process professionals in the gas and oil refining; chemical production; pulp and paper; food and beverage; water-wastewater industries. The 750 Series combines all of the process...

WIKA’s model CPC3050 high-speed pressure controller is the newest device in Mensor's lineup of precision pressure controllers and can perform end-of-line three-point verification in ten seconds. With an innovative regulator, the CPC3050 is designed for fast pressure...

If you want to control and automate a process, you first need detailed information about it. This task is performed by sensors covering a wide range of sensing principles, and also involves reading 1-D and 2-D codes for identifying and detecting parts, workpieces, and...

Low installation depth and easy integration of the sensor via an M18 thread or drill holes on the housing – the advantages of the established R format have been appreciated for years in in the field of photoelectronic sensors. Wenglor’s ultrasonic distance sensors...

The FMQ electromagnetic flow meter is a tried- and tested, extremely versatile, robust, and reliable device for all conductive media. The performance spectrum is tailored to almost all applications, including dosing and filling applications. IO-Link in Flex-Hybrid...

The Kinetrol VLS/ULS Limit Switch Box offers a wide range of signaling options in a fully enclosed corrosion resistant metal case. Available for direct mounting onto Kinetrol rotary actuators, or discrete mounting via an industry standard VDI/VDE interface onto any...

Reducing front-end expenses and increasing quality and efficiency has always been a top priority for producers, highlighting the need for companies to thoroughly evaluate their current methods of reducing waste – wasted efforts, wasted energy and wasted product....

  With the Type 2380 Bürkert proves that it is possible to combine standard features with custom options in one advanced valve concept. The compact bellow control valve with a hygienic design for neutral and aggressive media opens up possibilities for numerous...

WIKA has been an internationally recognised partner for all measurement tasks for many decades. The product portfolio includes pressure, temperature, force and level measurement, as well as flow measurement, calibration and SF6 gas solutions. In the following article,...

Remote monitoring has brought about many benefits for utility mangers, but how can telemetry devices be used to monitor sites that have no power infrastructure? Here Ian Loudon, international marketing and sales manager for Omniflex, discusses how solar powered...

If you want to control and automate a process, you first need detailed information about it. This task is performed by sensors covering a wide range of sensing principles, and also involves reading 1-D and 2-D codes for identifying and detecting parts, workpieces, and...

Vishay’s Model 178 extensometer is a load sensor designed for force measurement on any load-bearing structure. This extensometer provides the total solution for weighing, level control, stress and fatigue monitoring. The design also allows multiple sensors to be...

Automation is a key factor in ensuring that a plant is able to achieve a high level of productivity. However, implementing automated processes in a plant requires suitable tools and components. Reliable sensors are among the most important of these tools. For example,...

With the new LB PROFINET gateway, Pepperl+Fuchs is connecting LB remote I/O systems to the PROFINET world. End-to-end communication also ensures optimal use of existing intelligence in the field, representing a crucial step toward making plants suitable for future...

Millimetres can make all the difference when it comes to the stability of cranes and lifting platforms. When safety is jeopardized, cranes can tilt or even topple over. If loads are lifted unevenly, this can result in strain and damage. What is needed in these cases...

Pepperl+Fuchs has added a new range to its successful modular VisuNet series. With the new VisuNet FLX, the clue is in the name—FLX stands for flexibility, with a modular system that can be individually configured as required. In the process industry, the requirements...

Everything from a single source - it‘s more than just a marketing promise! Over 50 drawings of various components served as the basis for the automation solution developed by EWM for pump protection valve manufacturer, Schroeder Valves GmbH in Germany. All of the...

When it comes to construction machinery, whether agricultural technology or forklift trucks, design engineers are often challenged with space limitations in these applications to fit existing rotary encoders and measurement systems.  Measurement systems are often...

Growing concern for public safety and the increasing complexity of today’s fixed electrical installations in domestic, commercial and industrial premises places extra responsibility on electrical test engineers who are charged with verifying conformity to South...

Deadweight testers are accepted as the most accurate method for the calibration of electronic or mechanical pressure measuring devices. Instrotech is offering the LR-Cal LDW series of deadweight testers, which are available in the ranges from 10 bar up to 1400 bar....

The Fluke 5128A RHapid-Cal Humidity Generator is 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 humidity measurement is...

Comtest is offering the highly accurate Fluke 572-2, high temperature, infrared thermometer for extreme heat conditions over long distances. Typical applications are: Manufacturing: repair and maintenance of motors, pumps with data logging; Electrical HVAC...

Instrotech is offering Kobold model KSV flow meters and switches for very low flows with and without control valves – so even the lowest possible liquid or gas flow rates can be measured. Specifically for liquids or air, the KSV operates on the suspended float...

Comtest is offering the Fluke 1730 logger specifically designed for energy conscious consumers - the Fluke 1730 Three-Phase Electrical Energy Logger – rated for its simplicity in discovering sources of electrical energy waste. Its ability to profile energy usage...

Collaborative robots (cobots) are being used in a wide variety of applications. A recent example would be the partnership between FlexLink and OMRON. FlexLink offers flexible, modular conveyors and industrial automation equipment, including palletizing solutions to...

Jumo variTRON 300 provides users with a smart solution for simple automation applications. The device is based on the Jumo Jupiter platform which results in the variTRON using a large number of features from this high-quality embedded system. The unit is based on a...

The Fluke 1551A Ex and 1552A EX “Stik” Thermometers, engineered to give temperature calibration specialists the durable, intrinsically-safe digital instrument they need for precision temperature calibration. The Fluke 1551A and 1552A “Stik” thermometers provide a...

Before wine is bottled, it is filtered to remove suspended particles. In a centrifuge application, solid particles in the wine are separated and will accumulate in the centrifuge drum bowl. Once the drum bowl is full of solids, they must be purged to maintain the...

The new MX-System from Beckhoff is quite simply a revolution in control cabinet construction. With the launch of this system, the company now offers a flexible, space-optimized, and intelligent system solution that completely replaces the conventional control cabinet...

We at Adroit Technologies have been developing real-time SCADA software for well over 25 years. That means we understand the critical nature of communications. Reliability and speed of SCADA to PLC comms defines us. An automation system that talks to 20 PLC’s on a...

Wenglor’s product family of inductive sensors with increased switching distances features enhanced performance in miniature design. A total of eight new sensors from the I03 and I04 series in the compact D3 and M4 housings are available for detecting metallic objects...

How do you optimise a level sensor that already has everything: The best focusing, highest accuracy, simple operation, universal communication? What sounds like an obvious question has led VEGA to create much more than just an even better sensor. When using the new...

  In the industrial environment, solutions for Device and Update Management (DaUM) often use a specific process called a vendor to distribute files to proprietary devices and install them based on the manufacturer. With the DaUM Service from Phoenix Contact, based on...

The digitalisation of all areas of life is unremitting. Digitalisation promises to further increase the efficiency of production processes and the flexibility of production equipment particularly in the various sectors of industry, through the networking of plants and...

With millions of actuators performing reliably around the world, the Kinetrol’s vane actuator's outstanding cycle life, smooth and precise movement, and environmentally rugged design makes it the best choice for all of your valve actuation needs. Kinetrol engineered...

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...

With its redundancy function, the high-performance RFC 4072R PLCnext Control device from Phoenix Contact is ideal for use in high-availability applications. This PLC is a part of the PLCnext Technology ecosystem, currently the most open automation platform on the...

Traditionally, the search for a suitable radar level sensor begins by asking which frequency would be best for the specific application, or by determining the properties of the medium, the temperature ranges involved and the process fittings required. Until now,...

The Jumo Ceros S02 M and C02 M pressure measuring cells are active components with integrated signal conditioning that already provide a temperature-compensated and calibrated digital output signal for pressure and temperature values from the moment they leave the...

Phoenix Contact is extending its portfolio of I/O systems for control-cabinet-free automation with the new generation of the Axioline E I/O system. The devices have been designed to satisfy both the current and future requirements on field installation. With the...

In solar-thermal power plants, sensors are used for precise measurement of angle and position to enable the system to capture the maximum amount of sunlight. The downstream control system receives the required feedback of position, from the sensors, and then adjusts...

Experience shows that demands change over the duration of a project or during the life cycle of an application. Therefore, the open ecosystem PLCnext Technology by Phoenix Contact, in addition to being expandable via downloads of functions from the PLCnext Store, now...

The durable construction of the Threaded Line Vac employs a larger inside diameter, aiding in conveying bigger parts and larger volumes of material over long distances with ease. In addition, it’s designed for simple attachment to standard plumbing pipe couplers to...

Exair’s new 1/4 NPT HollowStream™ liquid atomizing spray nozzle provides a hollow cone spray pattern for pressurized liquids. They are applied to solve cooling, cleaning, foam breaking, rinsing and dust suppression applications for industry. The tangential flow design...

Air knives are an efficient and highly effective tool for blowoff, cooling, cleaning and drying in a myriad of manufacturing processes. To accommodate the wide variety of unique problems manufacturers face, Exair can customize and tailor air knives to different...

The FL Switch 1000NT series is further expanded to introduce wide temperature models with advanced approvals for process and maritime markets. These switches offer a robust, metal housing, with great port density, and a best-in-class automation protocol traffic...

In production, processing and packaging of butter, the processing equipment is regularly cleaned, and remaining butter residues are washed out with the pre-tempered water to ensure reliable hygienic production. From this mixture, high-purity butter oil can be...

The Fisher WhisperTube modal attenuator provides noise reduction in compressible fluid service to improve worker safety, with no impact to process flow. Emerson has introduced the Fisher™ WhisperTube Modal Attenuator for noisy gas or vapor applications in a wide range...

The PowerLogic HeatTag sensor is a revolutionary new product designed to provide fire prevention for switchboards. Its proactive heating detection technology drastically reduces the risk of fire. Through an artificial intelligence algorithm, this wireless sensor...

The iconic TeSys Giga series has been reimagined with the latest smart digital innovations to deliver a simpler, more sustainable, safe and secure customer experience for panel builders, consulting engineers, system integrators, facility managers and original...

Traditionally, printed circuit boards — whether solid or flexible — are mostly produced by etching. The Swedish company DP Patterning, on the other hand, has developed a different approach: Using a patented process, the conductive structures are worked out of flexible...

Implementing a machine and using it to manufacture product samples within hours – machine builder AZCO from Fairfield, New Jersey, shows how this is possible. The combination of machine modules for feeding, cutting and placing flexible materials minimizes engineering...

Omniflex is supplying next-generation cathodic protection (CP) technology to Engen, a major South African energy company, as it goes through a period of restructuring to shape the future of its Southern African fuel supply operations. Omniflex is providing impressed...

Schneider Electric announced the launch of the new PrismaSeT LV switchboard for its EcoStruxure™ Power architecture. PrismaSeT is the optimized, tested and IEC compliant solution, based on more than 30 years of experience in low voltage switchboards. In response to...

Featuring a refreshed design that retains the footprint of previous models, the ComPacT breakers are tailored for operational excellence and major simplification of maintenance activities. The ComPacT range now comes connectivity-ready, and modular “plug-and-play”...

The Fluke 9190A Ultra-Cool Field Metrology Well is a small, lightweight, and accurate dry-block calibrator with best-in-class stability. The 9190A is ideal for pharmaceutical, biomedical and food processing applications that demand strict quality control and...

“The newly designed G 1200 professional thermocouple quick response thermometer from Greisinger offers excellent performance at a low price while delivering high-quality temperature measurements via the devices wide range of interchangeable probes” says GHM...

The Fluke 709 and 709H mA loop calibrators are specifically designed to save time and produce high-quality results. These calibrators are built around a user-friendly interface with a Quick-Set rotary encoder knob. This tool reduces the time it takes to measure, or...

The Fluke 985 Particle Counter is a rugged, highly accurate meter that measures airborne particles to troubleshoot and monitor indoor air quality (IAQ). The 985 is ideal for facility maintenance, HVAC and IAQ professionals to monitor cleanroom and conduct HVAC filter...

Austrian custom machine builder TEUP normally adapts its design work to specific customer requirements. The only exception to date: an extremely adaptable assembly line, which the engineers developed on their own initiative and which will be available in the future as...

In the Dutch province of Limburg, the Grensmaas Consortium extracts about one hundred thousand tonnes of gravel every week. A quantity that requires an enormous logistical operation. Stopping the process is not an option. And certainly not unannounced. With one single...

INTT inductive sensors for extreme temperature ranges detect metal objects contactlessly at ambient temperatures of up to 250 °C. This new series manufactured by Wenglor has two new features that make it even more robust and flexible. For dynamic applications in hot...

The transition from distributor to award-winning OEM likely seems like a long-term process. Kearney, Missouri-based ProSpection Solutions, however, did just that in two years. One of the first solutions its engineering team designed for food inspection won an industry...

Which came first in the history of civilisation: bread-making or beer-brewing? Since the 1950s, scientists and scholars have been arguing about what really caused our early ancestors to start farming and settling down, rather than remaining as nomadic...

Exair’s Model 7905 Digital Static Meter provides an easy-to-use, handheld tool for measuring and identifying sources of static in your processes. Static electricity can wreak havoc in manufacturing processes affecting product quality, by causing jamming or tearing, as...

Instrotech is offering Keller’s digital pressure gauge for refrigeration systems. The exact vapour pressure curves of five different refrigerants are stored in Keller’s dV-2 Cool digital pressure gauge. This enables the prevailing cooling temperatures in closed...

Instrotech and Calog Instruments, moved into Comtest House Group Headquarters, in Linbro Park, Gauteng, at the end of January 2022. Instrotech distributes and manufactures a range of process control instrumentation and specialised systems to the South African and...

The Kobold bypass level indicator SZM is an indicator of levels in small and medium-sized, upright or horizontal, round vessels. The SZM is particularly suited for use in the food industry (oil & milk), water treatment and the pharmaceutical and chemical...

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...

The new Speetec laser motion control sensor is a non-contact optical sensor that accurately measures the speed, length and position of almost any material, from metal sheeting to newsprint paper. Ideal target applications include cutting processes, packaging and...

The new MX-System from Beckhoff is quite simply a revolution in control cabinet construction. With the launch of this system, the company now offers a flexible, space-optimized, and intelligent system solution that completely replaces the conventional control cabinet...

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...

Integrating compact, precise displacement measurement into standard control technology reduces complexities. The EL5072 EtherCAT Terminal from Beckhoff enables direct connection of up to two inductive displacement sensors, including transducers in LVDT and half-bridge...

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...

The 24/48 V DC power supplies are universally required in every machine and plant and are therefore critical to reliable operation. With the new PS9xxx supplementary modules for the PS power supply series from Beckhoff, another efficient option is now available for...

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...