After 45-plus years in the industry, engineering pioneer Johan Basson is ready to take a backseat and “let the younger generation of minds come through. They have so much potential and that is something I have championed since my days at RBF,” says the 74-year-old. Having founded leading local manufacturer JB Switchgear in 2011 following a short retirement, Basson says this time it Is final. I have left my company in excellent hands. When I first decided on my retirement, which has taken some planning, I began putting into place mechanisms and a board that I believe will continue to work at the very highest standard.”
Elsewhere in the issue, we look at Motor Control Centres & Motor Protection and Energy Measurement & Supply
BMG and Liqui Moly partnership is a bonus for local generator market
High performance additives are vital for the operation, maintenance and protection of machinery. Local distribution giant BMG has signed a deal with global lubricant specialist Liqui Moly to make its range to the market.
Why epoxy resin is one of the best materials for sealing junction boxes
A critical feature of any electrical box and junction joint is being sealed from external forces that could disrupt the current or even compromise the wiring housed within. Using an epoxy resin is a quick and relatively simple solution that protects your junction box.
Oil checks cannot be ignored or forgotten about
Machinery and equipment can only operate to its full potential if it is looked after and maintained. Oil checks are often overlooked, but they are critical to a machine’s performance and your business’s success, says WearCheck.
A rock solid case for circuit breaker diagnostics
Circuit breakers are often overlooked and under-appreciated in the electrical world. They perform an important role in electrical circuits by protecting the system from damage caused by overcurrent or an overload of short circuit, warns Schneider Electric.
Lighting has an impact both physically and psychologically
When it comes to illuminating a room, house or office, there is a lot more to planning and execution than just plugging a lightbulb in and switching it on. According to lighting specialists Eurolux, there are physical and psychological considerations to be considered.
BEKA Schréder launches highmast solar lighting in Nelson Mandela Bay
Leading local luminaire manufacturer BEKA Schréder has supplied a solar lighting highmast solution in the city of Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. This pilot installation, in Stanford Road, is in line with the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality’s plan to protect its streetlights by keeping cables out of the reach of thieves.
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