The Fluke ii900 Sonic Industrial Imager is specially designed for production facilities that rely on compressed air. But what makes it so unique from all the other conventional leak detectors in the market? Top Features: Precise leak detection: 64 directional microphones detect soundwaves given off by a leak and overlayed on top of an image to pinpoint the leak’s exact location Keep your teams safe: Detect leaks up to 50 m to track down leaks as they occur and ensure your team is safe when inspecting hazardous areas Never have…
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Schneider Electric announces local manufacturing reduces lead times
· Local manufacturing reduces customer delay · Supports local economy and skills transfer · Dti to endorse local manufacture of switchgear At its official launch recently, Schneider Electric South Africa announced that its PIX Easy Air Insulated Switchgear, previously 100% manufactured internationally, will now have a 68% local finishing process, reducing the customer waiting period from 12 weeks to 4 weeks and boosting local manufacturing and empowerment. “This is only the second local manufacturing licence on this particular offer that Schneider Electric global has signed and represents a major…
Read MorePneumatic robotics meets artificial intelligence
Festo presents new bionics projects: BionicSoftHand, BionicSoftArm and BionicFinWave. Whether its grabbing, holding or turning, touching, typing or pressing – in everyday life, we use our hands as a matter of course for the most diverse tasks. In that regard, the human hand, with its unique combination of power, dexterity and fine motor skills, is a true miracle tool of nature. What could be more natural than equipping robots in collaborative workspaces with a gripper that is modelled after this model of nature, that solves various tasks by learning through artificial intelligence?
Read MoreFirst Cut cuts steel processing costs with the BLM SC425 sawing machine
Sawing is one of the fundamental activities in any manufacturing, steel processing or fabrication business. The more efficiently this can be carried out, the more profitable the business will invariably be. Available locally from leading cutting consumables and capital equipment distributor First Cut, the BLM SC425 – a semi-automatic upstroke circular sawing machine – will bring higher levels of efficiency to any manufacturing or fabrication business. The sawing machine is ideal for making straight or angled cuts in steel tubes or profiles, thanks to the SC425’s convenient rotating head. While…
Read MoreCorrugated or IBR Roof Sheet Machines
Introduction With the growth in the building industry there is currently such a huge demand for IBR and corrugated iron roof sheeting that it has culminated in shortages of ‘cromodek’ of up to a year. The raw materials are readily available there is simply not enough manufacturing capacity to meet demand. IBR Roll Former Video download Benefits/Advantages: Cash business (depending on market sector). Simple manufacturing process (one manufacturing process). Easy administration (very few product lines and variations). High demand for product. Easy to market. Machine Attributes: The machine…
Read MoreSOLAR POWERED VARIABLE SPEED DRIVES FOR REMOTE BOREHOLE APPLICATIONS -ZEST WEG GROUP
Farmers are making increasing use of photovoltaic solar panels and variable speed drives (VSDs) to get clean and continuous power to their boreholes in remote locations, cutting out the need for costly infrastructure and cables to link with the main grid. Zest WEG Group, a subsidiary of leading Brazilian motors and controls manufacturer WEG, supplies these stand-alone electrical solutions so that users in the agricultural sector can immediately benefit from ‘free’ solar power for pumping water. As a key element of this arrangement, the VSD protects the motor from the…
Read MorePreparing for Industrial Manufacturing 3D Printing
To take advantage of the broadening application of 3D printing, manufacturers need to consider how the technology could fit into five key areas for their businesses. With its continuing advancement, broad application of 3D printing by industrial manufacturers might not be far away. To unlock its value, however, industrial companies will first need to determine how it can fit into their business and technology landscape. It is a prospect worth considering, given that 3D printing is an example of the growing investments in digital technologies that can add speed, precision…
Read MoreSamsung launches Wind-Free air conditioner
Samsung Electronics is poised to make a dramatic impact on the Latin American market with the AR9500M, its first wall-mounted Wind-Free air conditioner. Unveiled at Febrava 2017 – the International Trade Fair for Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Air Heating (HVAC-R) – in Brazil on September 12, the AR9500M was awarded the exhibition’s Innovation Award (Selo Destaque Inovação). The product was first launched in Brazil, and features an innovative cooling system designed to simultaneously conserve energy and deliver comfort. Samsung’s AR9500M sets itself apart by producing no direct air drafts, keeping…
Read MoreNEW! Fluke 438-II Power Quality and Motor Analyzer
Fluke 438-II Power Quality and Motor Analyzer Quickly and easily discover electrical and mechanical performance of electric motors, and evaluate power quality with a single test tool. The new Fluke 438-II Power Quality and Motor Analyzer adds key mechanical measurement capabilities for electric motors to the advanced power quality analysis functions of the Fluke 430 Series II Power Quality Analyzers. Quickly and easily measure and analyze key electrical and mechanical performance parameters such as power, harmonics, unbalance, motor speed, torque and mechanical power without the need of mechanical sensors.…
Read MoreThermal imagers built for the toughest industrial environments
The NEW Fluke Ti450 SF6 captures both infrared and SF6 gas images. Easily change modes from infrared to gas detection when you are in the field. And best of all, it’s affordable enough to own. • Confirm repairs and document gas emissions • Optimize images, perform analytics, generate reports • Includes everything you need: 2x telephoto lens, HDMI eye piece, tripod holder, rugged carrying case and more Introducing the first gas leak detection/infrared camera from Fluke. Two tools in one – at an affordable price. Download this application note…
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