Eskom recently launched its new “ska baiza” campaign which is aimed at educating communities about the safe use of electricity. Derived from everyday South African “township lingo”, “U-ska baiza” means “don’t do anything foolish”. Eskom will spread this message across the country during August, actively engaging schools and communities to ensure that the safe use […]
Two-pole voltage and continuity testers are a safe and quick way to check for the presence of live voltage on AC or DC circuits, switches and outlets before working on this circuits. The cable on any two-pole voltage and continuity tester is its weakest point – it is repeatedly bent, twisted, wrapped and put under […]
Customers have always held the expectation of uninterrupted power. Keeping the lights on was the only thing that mattered. But today, it’s more than just about the lights. In our hyper-connected world, having power readily available to charge up dozens of devices is the expectation – anything less is unacceptable. For industrial users, a lack […]
“Why is safety important for your organisation and its reputation?” This was the question kicking off the May instalment of the SAIMC Johannesburg branch technical evening, hosted by Sick Automation at their premises in Lanseria. The company’s Stephen Eltze provided a workshop-like presentation where teams had to present reasons why safety is important. Aside from […]
Using innovative technology, the latest fixed-string voltage innovation in photovoltaic (PV) solar systems introduces a significant advantage over commonly deployed traditional string inverters. Before we look at the advantages offered, allow me to explain what is meant by a “fixed-string voltage”. By using a maximum power point tracking (MPPT) electronic device at each PV module, […]
In today’s world of advanced electronically controlled protection devices, the use of fusegear in networks may seem archaic and out of place, but there is still a range of applications for this simple protection device, and fuses are used extensively in variety of applications in medium and high voltage industrial and distribution networks. Advanced features […]
Established in 1957 as the first manufacturer of measuring instruments in the region, Metrel offers a wide range of testing and measuring solutions for a wide spectrum of applications. The company develops and manufactures products at a single location, from design to final assembly, quality control and calibration. The MI 3144 Euro Z 800 V […]
The mining industry is embracing automation, but mobile automation technologies are still in the early stages of technology development. As a result, there lacks clear guidance and industry alignment on requirements for managing functional safety. When it comes to requirements for managing functional safety, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are at varying stages of maturity, existing […]
The Fluke Ti480, Ti450, Ti400 and Ti300 infrared cameras were recently fine-tuned to create the new PRO series. These tools make it easier for technicians, engineers and electricians to get to root causes faster by identifying hot and cold spots, and apparent surface temperature differentials with a higher degree of accuracy. The upgraded features include increased sensor sensitivity; sharper images for […]
Energize recently had the opportunity to chat to Vivian (Viv) Cohen about his passion for life, South Africa and electricity protection devices. For many years, Viv Cohen served as the South African representative to the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), working with other engineers in the design of safety standards for low-voltage electrical installations. Viv Cohen […]
