Motion Control Buyers' Guide
Poly-Test Instruments

Unit 16 Machine Park, 38 Francis Road, Anderbolt, Boksburg

tel:  
+27 11 918 7450
cell:  
+27 71 895 8757
email:  
[email protected]
url:  
www.poly-test.co.za

Core business offering: instrumentation for quality control laboratories and other production/educational applications.


Cape Town

tel: +27 11 918 7450
[email protected]
Donkers, Nelma
Office Manager
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O'Hare, Sean
Member
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Wentzel, Edwin
Sales
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Wentzel, Edwin
Sales
[email protected]
Poly Test Instruments
Anderbolt
tel: +27 11 918 7450
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Section - Control systems & components
-Programmable controls
- PC-based
-Valves
- Servovalve
Section - Electro, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems, including mechatronics & robotics
-Robotics & mechatronics
- Peripherals; Grippers
Section - Gauges, indicators, transmitters, sensors, encoders & switches
-Machine safety
- Torque limiters
-Transmitters & transducers
- Frequency
- Potentiometers
- Strain gauge sensors
- Torque sensors
- Voltage
Section - Motors, drives & motor controllers
-Controller motor combinations
- Hydrostatic drive systems
- Other
-Controllers
- Other
-Motors
- Other
-Controllers
-Motors
- Other
Section - Services
-Design & engineering
- Engineering
- System integration/consulting
-Maintenance
- General maintenance
-Design & engineering
- Cylinder; Custom design
- Engineering
-Maintenance & manufacture
- Maintenance
- Power pack; Repairs/maintenance
- Rebuilding
-Design & engineering
- System integration/consulting
-Dryers
- Maintenance & manufacture
- Repairs/Maintenance
Industry news:
EtherCAT measurement terminals for vehicle development at Mercedes-Benz
Third Quarter 2024, Electrical switching & drive systems & components, Beckhoff Automation

At the Mercedes Technology Centre plant in Sindelfingen, Germany, car axles are examined with the highest precision on four test benches, in parallel with road tests and simulations. All data is acquired using PC-based control from Beckhoff.

Parker’s non-welded flange technology
Third Quarter 2024, Electrical switching & drive systems & components, Parker Hannifin - Sales Company South Africa

Parker’s 37 non-welded flange technology is known for its ability to reduce the installation time and cost of hydraulic systems compared to traditional welded flanges. Hidroser, a Parker Premier Distributor in Turkey, has started this technology for hydraulic operated systems on board its vessels.

Testing your motor control coordination
Third Quarter 2024, Electrical switching & drive systems & components

Referro Systems, a supplier of control and automation solutions for the industrial sector, is warning against the risks of using untested components in motor control combinations.

Selection of two-port valves: an open and shut case
Third Quarter 2024, News & events, SMC Corporation South Africa

Little consideration is generally given to 2-port valves because they are often perceived as simple devices that only open and close to control downstream fluid supply. Although this is mechanically true, choosing the optimal 2-port valve for your application can make a big difference, saving space, weight and energy consumption.

Prime gearbox solutions for pump applications
Third Quarter 2024, Electrical switching & drive systems & components, Bearings International

I-MAK is a premium global brand in the stable of bearings and power transmission specialist, Bearings International. With more than a million references and hundreds of different product lines, the company’s unique power transmission solutions cater to a large range of applications in virtually all industrial segments.

Millions of tons of grease and oil in our waterways and environment
Third Quarter 2024, Other technologies, igus

Shocking statistics reveal that approximately 50% of lubricants used on industrial machines and equipment eventually makes their way into the environment, where just one litre of used oil has the capacity to poison about a million litres of water.

SAFPA survey
Third Quarter 2024, SAFPA, SA Fluid Power Association (SAFPA)

In a bid to improve the membership benefits, the SAFPA council is currently considering various initiatives to assist members with training. We would greatly appreciate it if you could give your input by completing a short survey.

Pushing technological boundaries with Festo Electric Automation solutions
Third Quarter 2024, Editor's Choice, Festo South Africa

In the ever-evolving landscape of Industrial Automation, Festo Electric Automation solutions are at the forefront of a revolution, fundamentally reshaping production paradigms. As a global leader in automation, Festo focuses on intelligent connectivity to reduce costs, save time, and increase efficiency and convenience for customers.

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