Tag: machines
Safety for People and Machines from Pepperl+Fuchs
Compact Ultrasonic Sensors for Safety Applications
The USi-safety ultrasonic sensor system from Pepperl+Fuchs combines the robustness of ultrasonic sensors with intrinsically safe electronics. The device is therefore suitable for the safe control...
Rage against the machines? Experts reveal their hopes and fears for a cyborg future
New research1 carried out by security company Kaspersky unveils disparity over a future shared with augmented people – in their family, workplace, and even personal life. The study finds that a lack...
The Machines are here – 3D Printing – A genuine challenge to Intellectual Property...
Although 3D printing technology has been in existence for several decades, its recent proliferation makes it clear that never before as much as now, has this technology presented as acute a...
The bright side of super intelligence
The idea of machines turning into man’s worst enemy is not a new one. Whole movies have been devoted to this theme, from Space Odyssey 2000, where the computer HAL “eliminates”...
Moving giant mining machines
Imperial Logistics’ specialist capabilities and close collaboration with a long-standing client ensured the success of one of the most challenging transport projects ever undertaken by the supply chain and logistics provider.
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WERC smarter not harder
In a recent article WERC (Warehousing Education and Research Council) said that labour costs are set to rise once again. For most of us that probably does not come as much...
Propak Cape showcases new technology and latest products
Propak Cape 2017 from Orange Orbit Productions on VimeoPropak Cape has already attracted hundreds of visitors who want to learn about the latest developments and technology in packaging and related industries....
Manufacturing sector exceeds expectations
Data released today by Statistics South Africa (StatsSA) showed that manufacturing production in South Africa increased 1.5% year-on-year in August of 2017, better than market expectations of a 0.05% drop.
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BLT’s new Meclift ML1812R series variable lift trucks for heavy lifting
The Meclift range of heavy lifting equipment - available exclusively in South Africa from materials handling specialists, BLT SA - encompasses variable reach trucks, side reach stackers and various attachments. These...
SMC’s flow and pressure valve reduces air consumption by up to 25%
The recent introduction of SMC’s new flow and pressure valves in the AS-R and AS-Q series respectively, reduce internal air consumption by up to 25% when using the AS-R pressure valve...