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Hydrostatic machine base for ultra-precision grinding centre
Hyprostatik Schönfeld has developed a high-precision hydrostatic machine base for a new ultra-precision grinding centre for Optotech. The machine platform enables a previously unattainable combination of dimensional accuracy, dynamics and surface quality in the ultra-precision grinding of optical surfaces.

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Direct drive with integrated control
The PSD 40 direct drive is a mechatronic system with integrated control, bus interface and absolute measuring system, with no battery required.

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Internationally engineered valves support uptime in tough conditions
BMG’s Fluid Technology division works closely with industry in sub-Saharan Africa to ensure that all valves, strainers and flow control equipment supplied meet the exact requirements of every application and also conform with stringent industry standards.

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Latest articles

Jendamark catalyst shrinking technology leverages SEW-EURODRIVE precision
SEW-EURODRIVE, Editor's Choice, Electrical switching & drive systems & components

Innovative technology for shrinking catalytic converters, designed and built in South Africa by Jendamark Automation for the global market, relies on the precision of SEW-EURODRIVE’s highly dynamic servo-geared units and software.
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Supporting construction of next-gen floating offshore wind turbines
Electrical switching & drive systems & components

While windy locations naturally make ideal spots for offshore wind farms, they bring challenges when it comes to assembling wind turbines, particularly in ports. Mammoet was approached by Euroports to support with the marshalling and assembly of the components that make up the three turbines at Port-la-Nouvelle in France.
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Identifying signs of hydraulic cylinder wear and tear
CT Hydraulics (Nqoba), Hydraulic systems & components

Recognising the early warning signs of hydraulic cylinder degradation is crucial for preventing costly downtime, ensuring operator safety and maximising the lifespan of your hydraulic systems.
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The shopping cart that knows the way
Horne Technologies, Electrical switching & drive systems & components

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.
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Electra Mining Africa 2026
News & events

Electra Mining Africa will take place at Nasrec, Johannesburg from 7 to 11 September 2026.
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Rising demand for advanced coolant technology
Other technologies

As modern engines become smaller, more powerful and increasingly complex, coolant technology has undergone a fundamental transformation.
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Woman of Stature Awards South Africa
News & events

In a powerful recognition of excellence in a traditionally male-dominated industry, Thabisile Phumo won the Woman in Mining and Engineering award at the 2026 Woman of Stature Awards South Africa.
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From the editor's desk: A tool not a crutch
Technews Publishing, News & events

Every year, the dictionaries try to summarise a year of human behaviour with a single word, the word of the year. You can question the value of this, but it’s quite entertaining. Words are important, ...
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Innovative drive system for smart logistics
Horne Technologies, Electrical switching & drive systems & components

With its new DualGear, Faulhaber presents a high-performance drive system with high dynamics, robustness and precision in a compact, diameter-compliant design.
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Unlocking easier automation
Electrical switching & drive systems & components

As automation systems grow more complex, machine builders are rethinking how they design and deploy motion. A new generation of servo technology is helping manufacturers simplify design, improve flexibility and build greater resilience into their supply chains.
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Direct-controlled seat valve
Shaft power components

A new direct-controlled seat valve enables storage-free, load-tight holding functions in dynamic linear units without an additional control pressure supply, and offers significant advantages over classic, pilot-controlled solutions, particularly in stationary and servo hydraulics.
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Axial piston pump series for next-gen hydraulic applications
Hydraulic systems & components

Moog has launched its new AXP Axial Piston Pump Series, a next-generation hydraulic solution engineered to deliver optimal performance, reliability and cost efficiency for industrial applications.
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Products from maxon
DNH Tradeserve t/a DNH Technologies, Electrical switching & drive systems & components

A wide range of new products is available from motion control specialist, maxon. with a diverse technology portfolio ranging from highly integrated robotic actuators to powerful servo drives and controllers.
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Beckhoff expands economy drive system
Beckhoff Automation, Electrical switching & drive systems & components

Beckhoff’s new AM1000 servomotor joins the company’s economy drive system. The compact, powerful motor and the AX1000 servo drive provide users with a perfectly coordinated, cost-optimised drive system.
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Innovative sealing and bearing solution for pulp machine
SKF South Africa, Shaft power components

A leading South African manufacturer of paper-making equipment sought to modify an existing pulp machine and turned to trusted partner SKF to assist with the redesign of a critical sealing arrangement.
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Condition monitoring in hazardous areas
SKF South Africa, Other technologies

SKF is further strengthening its condition monitoring offer portfolio by a newly developed hazardous area version of its Microlog Analyzer dBX portable vibration analyser.
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Ultra-compact industrial PCs exploit advances in CPU technology
Beckhoff Automation, Other technologies

Beckhoff’s C60xx scalable series of ultra-compact industrial PCs combines high computing power in an extremely compact format with a wide range of options for installation in the control cabinet.
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Kollmorgen advances linear motor safety and performance
Electrical switching & drive systems & components

Kollmorgen Corporation has released the next update for the SafeMotion Monitor (SMM) firmware, SMM 3.0. This upgrade expands functional safety support for linear motors and linear axes, helping machine builders implement functional safety in industrial applications that require safety.
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