Motion Control in Southern Africa

Electrical switching & drive systems & components printer friendly version Loadcells for maximising conveyor belt performance In any high-demand industrial environment, every ton, every second and every decision impacts the bottom line. Loadtech’s ViewIT loadcell platform can transform the way operations monitor, manage and maximise conveyor belt performance. Imagine having complete, live, accurate visibility of your production, right at your fingertips.

Pneumatic systems & components printer friendly version Integrated Air Solutions opens Pinetown branch Integrated Air Solutions has opened a branch in Pinetown, bringing world-class diesel and electric air compressor services closer to customers in KwaZulu-Natal. “The establishment of our very first branch marks a significant milestone for Integrated Air Solutions,” says Grant Robinson, managing director of Integrated Air Solutions.

Other technologies printer friendly version Bringing true mobile welding capability to SA agriculture Bolt and Engineering Distributors Group (B.E.D.), the long-term, exclusive distributor of Fronius welding technology nationwide, has announced the local launch of the new Fronius Ignis Battery. This is a next-generation, battery-powered welding system engineered for mobility, reliability and performance in off-grid agricultural environments.

Electrical switching & drive systems & components printer friendly version Proportionate specification for hazardous locations It wasn’t too long ago that hazardous zones and production zones were reasonably well separated. The areas where explosive gases, vapours or combustible dusts were present tended to stay in their own very specific environments, and the equipment operating in those areas was specified accordingly. Today, however, that distinction is less clear.

News & events printer friendly version New digital tool reconditioning portal puts customers fully in control Metal cutting specialist, Sandvik Coromant has upgraded its tool reconditioning service for solid round tools. To give manufacturers complete control over their reconditioning process, the upgraded service replaces a previously manual, multi-stage workflow with a streamlined, fully online experience that dramatically reduces quotation and turnaround times.

News & events printer friendly version New automation innovations on show at Electra Mining Africa 2026 New emerging innovations are transforming the South African mining, manufacturing, industrial and automation sectors, driving the deployment of advanced technological solutions across operations. Innovations, such as mechanisation, automation and digitisation, are improving safety and productivity on mines, production facilities, industrial plants and warehouses.

Electrical switching & drive systems & components printer friendly version Redefining compact motorsport driving simulators Leading driver-in-the-loop (DIL) simulator manufacturer, Ansible Motion has introduced the Delta T1 Sport, the first in a new class of motorsport simulators that offers high-fidelity dynamics, ultra-low latency and a fully immersive experience, all within a compact footprint and accessible price point.

Electrical switching & drive systems & components printer friendly version The shopping cart that knows the way How can visually impaired and blind people shop independently in a supermarket? VIRAS supplies the answer: an autonomous shopping cart developed at the Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences (OST) in Rapperswil.

SAFPA printer friendly version New council member We are pleased to announce that Myburgh Hattingh of Alfagomma has joined the SAFPA council, succeeding Tiaan du Preez. We extend our congratulations to Myburgh on his appointment and look forward to his contribution.

Other technologies printer friendly version Rising demand for advanced coolant technology As modern engines become smaller, more powerful and increasingly complex, coolant technology has undergone a fundamental transformation. No longer limited to basic freeze protection, today’s formulations are engineered as sophisticated thermal management systems designed to meet stricter OEM standards, higher heat loads and the demands of modern engine design.