The control of steam temperatures is vital for safe, reliable and efficient operation in power plant. Attemporator spraywater control valves are the final control elements in the control of super-high temperatures. These are one of the critical components responsible for fine tuning steam temperature control, resulting in an efficient turbine system. PSV Mitech’s Globe […]
The MIT515 (5 kV), MIT525 (5 kV) and MIT1025 (10 kV) are the newest in Megger’s line of insulation testers >1 kV. These instruments are designed based on extensive knowledge of insulation testing (over 100 years of experience) and significant feedback from end-users. The company has improved its current insulation testers to add functionality, making them easier […]
The Siemens Drive Technologies Division now presents a new, highly-integrated solution which combines planetary gear unit technology with geared motor technology. With this new solution, the company offers an integrated drive system in a single product consisting of a Flender standard industry planetary gear unit (SIP), a Simogear geared motor and a Sinamics G110M […]
Siemens optimally matched Simotics FD motors and Sinamics G120P-type inverters demonstrate how integrated drive systems can help achieve efficient and economic operation of pumps, fans and compressors. These reveal their true strengths as integrated drive systems (IDSs) over the full range, from engineering to operation, and can achieve considerable savings in time and engineering costs […]
The rising cost of electricity in South Africa and the increased demand on the grid are encouraging large commercial businesses to implement energy-efficient initiatives and technologies. Companies are becoming more aware that reducing energy usage will lower operating expenditure, improve profit margins, and enhance their brand image as well as competitive position in a country […]
The Siemens Drive Technologies Division is introducing motors specially for frequency converter operation. The motors in the VSD10 series are available with both aluminum (Simotics GP) and cast-iron housings (Simotics SD) and they cover the output range 2,2 to 200 kW. As a central component of integrated drive systems, the motors are optimised for […]
Schneider Electric recommends power protection in the home and office for PCs and peripherals including printers, telephone/fax lines, cable modems, as well as other sensitive household devices during South Africa’s hot summers with their power surges, spikes and lightning. Although most people use surge suppressors or uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs) to protect their PCs, many […]
Valves and instrumentation company OMSA offers an FPV range of valves suitable for abrasive applications. They feature 100% locally manufactured diaphragm valves which are lined with patented removable polyurethane liners and diaphragms. These are specifically designed for use in abrasive slurry applications where unlined diaphragm valves are suited to water treatment and general industrial […]
Crane operators in petrochemical facilities are confronted by hazards such as corrosive fumes and flammable and explosive substances used in petrochemical processes. Konecranes offers a comprehensive range of products for this hazardous environment, bringing together its lifting experience, knowledge of explosion-proof applications and technology innovation. Petrochemical facilities must maintain a constant high level of […]
Aiming for a turnaround of 24 hours to minimise downtime, Konecranes Spare Parts Service is now open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The company also offers VIP-expedited delivery services and reduces normal lead times drastically by manufacturing spares parts around the clock. Konecranes Southern Africa recently established a full parts distribution centre […]
