Drives, motors and switchgear

Motor control with certified PROFINET

igus has increased the flexibility of its D1 motor control with the integration of PROFINET / PROFIdrive. Designers use the D1 for electric linear drives, handling systems and robot axes. It is now possible to integrate the D1 into higher-level control systems from major manufacturers such as Siemens, Beckhoff and Wago and other manufacturers using Siemens-certified PROFINET – without time-consuming and complicated adaptations. This extended connectivity enables higher performance and efficiency in automation processes.

A fully integrated turnkey drive solution

SEW-EURODRIVE’s TrueDNA® package responds directly to challenges faced by industry when components from multiple suppliers are mixed in a drive solution: performance inconsistencies, compatibility issues and support gaps often arise, compromising performance, efficiency and reliability.

Complete mine hoist systems optimise productivity

ABB designs and produces complete mine hoists in-house – the mechanical equipment, brake systems, electrical control and drive systems. It supplies various types of mine hoists, from friction to single and double drum hoists, plus shaft interface equipment, for productive hoisting processes.

MEPS regulations for electric motors now mandatory

South Africa's Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) came into effect from June 2025. The new standards, in line with international trends, will see the phasing out of IE1 and IE2 electric motors for more energy-efficient IE3 motors. WEG Africa, which is one of the few companies that assembles electric motors for industry in South Africa, recently hosted a roundtable gathering to share the context, implications and opportunities of the new MEPS.

Specialised electric motors for heavy duty applications

Hexagon Electrical has expanded its manufacturing and service capabilities to meet growing demand for customised, high-performance specialised electric motors for heavy engineering, hazardous industrial and mining applications.

Single cable solution simplifies connectivity

Cabling can be one of the most challenging aspects of installing automation and drive systems, often leading to delays, faults and inefficiencies. As a global leader in drive and automation technology, SEW-EURODRIVE understands that reliable cabling is critical to the success of any project.