WEG variable speed drives (VSD) offer the agricultural sector the ability to reduce the operating cost on automated water collection systems with a reduction in motor energy consumption when the motor speed is reduced. In addition, the WEG variable speed drive allows the monitoring of all functionalities of a pumping operation (including special functions that […]
One of the most spectacular stunts ever achieved at a live music event in South Africa, namely “flying” a replica helicopter across the stage at the “Afrikaans is Groot” concert at the Sun Arena, Pretoria, was achieved using automation and mechatronics technology from SEW Eurodrive. Planning for the helicopter stunt commencrd at the beginning of […]
Siemens is extending the range of sizes and communication flexibility of its Sirius 3RW5 soft starters. The new size 5 range of the 3RW55 provides a soft start for motors with an output of up to 1200 kW. The three new communication modules, Profinet High Feature, Modbus RTU and Ethernet IP now allow the soft […]
SEW-Eurodrive is assisting the bakery industry in improving efficiencies and reducing its energy consumption by means of the Movigear mechatronic drive system. The drives company has enjoyed a longstanding relationship with Dale Spiral Systems and Bakery Automation of Johannesburg. The main advantage of Movigear is that the servo motor, gear unit and electronics are combined […]
Siemens is extending its range of DC/DC converters with the launch of its new range of Sitop PSU3400 devices for the lower output range up to 120 W. The new power supply units ensure stable output voltage even with voltage fluctuations of ±25%. User benefits include a high degree of efficiency (92%) as well as […]
Siemens offers new features in the firmware and hardware for the Sinamics S120 drive system. Operation is simplified in firmware V5.2 through the integration of the web server. The web server in version V5.2 has a new, responsive design which reacts via standard web browsers regardless of the end device used (notebook, PC, tablet or […]
Rigging company Film Riggers recently had to ensure the safety of Alain Robert, known as the “French Spiderman”, while scaling a skyscraper in central Johannesburg for an advertisement. The company is a long-time user of automation and mechatronics technology from SEW Eurodrive, in addition to deploying its drives for its customised winches. It was approached […]
Siemens has launched a brand new converter series at its headquarters in Midrand, Johannesburg. The converters of the new Sinamics G120X series are especially suited for use in pump and fan applications in industries such as water/wastewater, building technology or also in industrial environments. With a power range of 0,75 – 630 kW, Sinamics G120X […]
The GSP750 series 750 W continuous/900 W peak AC-DC power supply units are available in a low-profile chassis with a compact 4 x 10 inch footprint and offers many features. The peak power capability of 900 W for up to 100 ms offers the potential for reduced size and cost in systems employing motors and […]
A greenfield coal mine in the Mpumalanga coalfields region has standardised on drives from SEW Eurodrive for its entire conveyor-belt system. This entailed a 27-unit order that was assembled at the OEM’s Nelspruit facility, and transported directly to site earlier this year. The order consisted of a complete drive package in the form of a simple […]
