Motion Control Buyers' Guide
Automation S.I.

Unit 51 Ivy Park, Ivy Road, Pinetown

tel:  
+27 31 701 1049
fax:  
+27 86 528 6261
cell:  
+27 83 289 0462
email:  
[email protected]
url:  
www.automationsi.co.za

Core business offering: GE-IP hardwar, including PLC, PAC, servo motors and amplifiers. GE-IP suite of Proficy software products, HMI scada, high-speed data historian, web-reporting and production management software. Statistical process control and tracking through the manufacturing process.


Schoeman, Johannes
Sales Director
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Schroeder, Roland
Sales
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Veress, Karen
Accounts
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GE Fanuc
(Shared Agency)
General Electric
(Authorised Resellers/Dealer/Sub-Agency)
Section - Control systems & components
-Control components
- Control relays
- Other
-Programmable controls
- PAC
- PC-based
- PLC
-Visualisation
- HMI
Section - Motors, drives & motor controllers
-AC Motors
- Servomotor; Geared
- Servomotor; Ungeared
Section - Services
-Design & engineering
- Engineering
- System integration/consulting
Section - Tools & equipment including software tools
-Other
- Software; Safety design
Industry news:
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.

The impact of gearless mill drive technology on CO2 emissions
First Quarter 2025, Electrical switching & drive systems & components

ABB has released an in-depth white paper detailing the vital role that gearless grinding technologies can play in driving productivity in mining while simultaneously reducing their carbon footprint.

Siemens elevates automotive and aerospace simulation
First Quarter 2025, Electrical switching & drive systems & components, Siemens South Africa

Siemens Digital Industries Software has announced the latest update to its Simcenter portfolio, delivering advancements in aerostructure analysis, electric motor design, gear optimisation and smart virtual sensing. These enhancements are designed to streamline workflows, accelerate certification and provide deeper insights into system performance.

The six pillars of hydraulic system health
First Quarter 2025, Hydraulic systems & components, Hydrasales

Hydrasales, a leader in hydraulic and lube oil industry solutions, offers an extensive range of condition monitoring products designed to safeguard your systems. Here are six essential checks for hydraulic system health to keep your systems in optimal shape.

Monitoring vibration allows for equipment longevity
First Quarter 2025, Other technologies, Iritron

Unscheduled downtime and maintenance on machines is often a source of frustration for many companies active in industrial manufacturing as it results in loss of process and productivity, which in turn equates to loss of revenue.

Planar motor system for quality assurance
First Quarter 2025, Electrical switching & drive systems & components, Editor's Choice, Beckhoff Automation

Achieving the shortest possible inspection times, even when working with different components, is paramount when it comes to series production. This is precisely what special machine builder, stoba Sondermaschinen set out to achieve with its InspectorONE optical inspection system, which is based on deep learning and features the Beckhoff XPlanar planar motor system at the conveyor system core.

Efficient maintenance counts
First Quarter 2025, Shaft power components, Bearing Man Group T/A BMG

BMG’s total plant management solutions encompass a technical advisory service for maintenance programmes that includes correct chain and sprocket selection, which is a critical factor in any power transmission system.

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