Motion Control Buyers' Guide
AF Hydraulics

178 Lever Street, Rosslyn-East

tel:  
+27 12 541 1040
cell:  
+27 82 446 1525
email:  
[email protected] , [email protected]
url:  
www.afhydraulics.co.za

Core business offering: hydraulic pistons, vane and gear pumps, modular valves, relief valves with/without solenoid operation, hand control valves, check valves, relief valves, flowcontrol valves, overcentre valves, hosebreak valves, sequence valves, pressure switches and gauges, level gauges, filler breathers, bell housings, steel drive couplings, suction strainers, returnline filters, spin on elements, coolers and motors.


Cronje, Anton
Owner
[email protected]
Cronje, Charene
Admin/Purchasing
[email protected]
Snyman, Adri
Accounts/Admin
[email protected]
van der Merwe, Carel
Workshop Manager
[email protected]
Kompass
(Sole Distributor/Sole Agency)
Luen
(Shared Agency)
Meta
(Sole Distributor/Sole Agency)
Section - Control systems & components
-Control components
- Control relays
-Programmable controls
- PC-based
- PLC
Section - Electro, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems, including mechatronics & robotics
-Robotics & mechatronics
- Mechatronic components
- Peripherals; Grippers
- Peripherals; Vision systems
- Robots
Section - Motors, drives & motor controllers
-AC controllers & starters
- 3-phase; frequency control; 1 - 10 kW
- 3-phase; frequency control; 10 - 100 kW
- 3-phase; frequency control; Fractional kW
- 3-phase; frequency control; Over 100 kW
- Direct on line (DOL)
- Direct torque control
- Single phase; Frequency control; 1 - 10 kW
-Controller motor combinations
- Hydrostatic drive systems
-Motors
- Other
Section - Services
-Design & engineering
- Engineering
- System integration/consulting
-Maintenance
- General maintenance
-Manufacture
- Control panel
-Design & engineering
- Cylinder; Custom design
- Engineering
- System integration/consulting
-Maintenance & manufacture
- Accumulators/intensifiers; Repairs/maintenance
- Cylinder chrome plating
- Cylinder custom build
- Cylinder; Honing
- Maintenance
- Power pack; Repairs/maintenance
- Rebuilding
-Compressors
- Repairs/maintenance
-Design & engineering
- Cylinder; Custom design
- Engineering
- System integration/consulting
-Dryers
- Maintenance
- Maintenance & manufacture
Industry news:
Motion technology for all types of automation
First Quarter 2025, Electrical switching & drive systems & components, News & events, Bearing Man Group T/A BMG

BMG has been appointed by The Timken Company as a distributor in southern Africa for the Rollon linear motion guidance system.

New AI advisor for robot selection
First Quarter 2025, Robotics & Mechatronics, Editor's Choice, igus

igus’ new AI chatbot has been added to the online platform RBTX.com. The interactive consultant is designed to enable companies with little previous experience and technological expertise to quickly and reliably put together low-cost automation solutions to becoming more competitive.

Revolutionising TIG welding for aerospace manufacturing
First Quarter 2025, Electrical switching & drive systems & components

Yaskawa Southern Africa has partnered with Aerosud Aviation, a leading aerospace manufacturer, to implement a cutting-edge robotic TIG welding solution tailored to the exacting demands of aerospace production.

Turbomachinery controls: the call of duty
First Quarter 2025, Electrical switching & drive systems & components, Schneider Electric South Africa

There’s a lot to be said about the unsung heroes of this world; those men, women and machines that deliver such important functions, often overlooked and recognised. One such machine is turbomachinery, and while the name does sound quite obvious to the layman, its rich history and daily functions are not.

Proportional cartridge valve series is the fastest in its class
First Quarter 2025, Hydraulic systems & components

Parker Hannifin is introducing the enhanced version of the proportional cartridge throttle valve series, TFP. The new pilot valve further reduces the step response times by up to 30%, making the TFP the fastest valve in its class.

Hydroformed tube valve body for diaphragm valves
First Quarter 2025, Hydraulic systems & components

One of the most common necessities for manufacturing pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food and beverages are diaphragm valves. What used to be a dull two-way race between forged and cast body variants is now being challenged by an exciting, ground-breaking technology. The hydroformed, light-weight diaphragm tube valve body will change the way you think about plant design and operation.

Precision matters: Unravelling the intricacies of hydraulic cylinder honing
First Quarter 2025, Hydraulic systems & components

This article dives into the intricacies of hydraulic cylinder honing, shedding light on its significance, process and the technology behind achieving unparalleled precision.

Problem solving under pressure
First Quarter 2025, Editor's Choice, Axiom Hydraulics

The greatest strength of Axiom Hydraulics lies in the company’s ability to solve complex problems and adapt systems to meet unique challenges. This capability stems from two key factors: the diverse experience of its team members, which spans decades across multiple disciplines, and their unwavering dedication to their clients.

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