Motion Control Buyers' Guide
iTek Drives

130 Tenth Road, Kew, Johannesburg

tel:  
+27 10 447 6923
cell:  
+27 811 882 663
email:  
[email protected]
url:  
www.itekdrives.com

Core business offering: drives.


Invertek Drives
(Shared Agency)
Section - Electro, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems, including mechatronics & robotics
-Robotics & mechatronics
- Mechatronic components
- 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 torque control
- Flux vector control
- Regenerative
- Single phase; Frequency control; 1 - 10 kW
- Single phase; Frequency control; Fractional kW
- Single phase; Frequency control; Over 10 kW
- Soft starters; Electronic
-AC Motors
- 3-phase
- Servomotor; Geared
- Servomotor; Ungeared
- Single phase; 1-10 kW
- Single phase; Over 10 kW
-Controller motor sets
- AC; 3-phase; Frequency control; Closed loop
- AC; 3-phase; Frequency control; Open loop
- AC; Single phase; Frequency control; Closed loop
- AC; Single phase; Frequency control; Open loop
- DC; Motor controller combination; Closed loop
- DC; Motor controller combination; Open loop
- DC; Pulse width modulation (PWM); Closed loop
- DC; Pulse width modulation (PWM); Open loop
Section - Services
-Design & engineering
- Engineering
- System integration/consulting
-Manufacture
- Control panel
- MCC
News from iTek Drives:
Versatile variable speed drive for efficient motor control
Africa Automation Technology Fair 2025 Show Preview, Motion Control & Drives, iTek Drives

The Invertek Optidrive is a versatile variable speed drive designed for efficient motor control in various applications.

Invertek produces its three millionth drive
30 April 2024, News, iTek Drives

Invertek Drives Ltd, a global manufacturer of variable frequency drive (VFD) technology, has celebrated producing its three millionth VFD, just three years after its two-million milestone.

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.

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