Following on with the theme in last month’s column, I have a question for you: have you ever carried out a re-assessment of yourself and your business or practice? I have done this regularly over the years. Sometimes, it was with the help of a coach or another third party with expertise in a particular […]
High-power drive users can now receive ready-to-use drive cabinet systems in as little as one week, following the release of Control Techniques’ DFS series freestanding drives. Designed for energy-efficient motor control in high ingress-prone environments, DFS can now be delivered within five work days by prior agreement, making it ideal for emergency breakdown situations. The […]
Drives and automation company SEW-Eurodrive has supplied 64 Moviegear geared servo motors from its Cape Town branch to HG Molenaar, a local OEM based in Paarl. The latter, in turn, designed, manufactured and supplied a weighing conveyor system to a Germany-based frozen fish and vegetable packing company. The system comprises a central conveyor fed by […]
Without physically touching what is being measured, 3D laser scanning creates clear and precise digital records of existing conditions. Laser scanners send out a laser beam that is subsequently reflected off the structure or environment being scanned. The distance and reflectivity of each return signal is measured and recorded, creating a “point cloud”. Hano Oelofse, MD […]
One of the most demanding applications for engines is rail operations. With Africa investing significantly in continent-wide transportation networks, this is an area where Cummins’ unique experience, expertise, and technology stand to play a critical role. The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) offers a full line of ratings, with many engine models modified specifically for railway […]
Legrand’s range of fibreglass reinforced polyester Marina cabinets is designed for use in any environment, but these durable units are particularly suited for severe corrosive environments in the chemical and petrochemical, mining, general engineering and marine industries. Marina enclosures offer maximum safety and the ordered arrangement and optimum protection of electrical components like terminal blocks, […]
The K2007R 1000 A AC true rms clamp meter from Major Tech is a testing tool that permits current measurements on live conductors without interrupting the circuit. The device is an indispensable addition to the technician’s toolbox as its 33 mm diameter tear-drop jaw makes it easy to work in tight spaces. More than simply […]
International lighting company Signify recently announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Eaton to acquire Cooper Lighting Solutions for $1,4-billion in cash. Closing is subject to regulatory approval and other customary conditions, and is expected to take place in the first quarter of 2020. Cooper Lighting Solutions, headquartered in Peachtree City, United […]
LED strip lights are versatile and flexible strips that fit in with almost any architecture and decor. Today’s strip lights offer a range of illumination choices, from soft lighting to enhance the ambiance to powerful lighting for illuminating entrances hall or auditoriums. Strip lights are provided on a narrow, flexible circuit board on which LED […]
