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[ { "title": "READ | The Industry 4.0 Journey - Pt 1", "nid": "611", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Industry 4.0 updated\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022dc78feb7-e7b7-4ded-aad0-f0e050d83cbf\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/industry4.0edited.png\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhy an Industry 4.0 journey requires a trusted guide\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor a lot of manufacturers, implementing\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=READ--Are-you-ready-for-Industry-40\u0022\u003EIndustry 4.0\u00A0\u003C/a\u003Estrategies may be a difficult mountain to climb on their own. As they focus on the core business, it is difficult to devote enough staff to the requirements and challenges associated with deploying data-driven, smart manufacturing technologies to boost agility and competitiveness.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMany companies need guidance. The convergence of IT and OT that facilitates the implementation of smart manufacturing is complicated. Most could use help to determine how to blend operational technology (OT) and IT without disturbing production processes or introducing too many new risks. They need a knowledgeable technology partner, who like a Sherpa guiding a climber, can follow the best routes and negotiate the perils of the journey\u2026\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E3 ways a trusted advisor helps you reach Industry 4.0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn selecting a trusted advisor, organizations should be choosy. A worthy guide should demonstrate an understanding of the environment and know the intricacies of blending IT and OT to develop an Industry 4.0 roadmap tailored to a company\u2019s specific vision, constraints, risks, and requirements. A trusted advisor can help you in three essential ways.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1. Learn the Industry 4.0 terrain \u2013 assessments are key\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAn effective guide has mastered the terrain to effectively lead clients in the right direction.\u00A0Industry 4.0 implementations should start with an assessment to learn the customer\u2019s environment and understand their level of digital readiness. A typical assessment reveals critical information about the path ahead:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThe current state of automation and connectivity\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThe available technical skill set of existing staff\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EChallenges and needs related to data exchange with customers and suppliers\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EResponsiveness of the manufacturing process to customer demands and changing market dynamics\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAssessments help determine the capacity of important systems such as MES (manufacturing execution system) and ERP (enterprise resource planning) that are in place and whether they should be added or updated. Could the customer benefit from artificial intelligence and augmented reality (AR) implementations? What about a customer\u2019s ESG (environmental, social, and governance) status? How can the customer meet sustainability and energy consumption goals? Looking into all these areas is essential to mapping out the digital journey.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u00A02.\u00A0Act as interpreter \u2013 use the right OT and IT systems to achieve Industry 4.0\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EExperienced guides also serve as interpreters. In OT/IT convergence projects, the ability to \u201Cspeak\u201D both OT and IT is essential. OT teams focus on production machinery and industrial control systems while IT teams run IT infrastructure and components. These teams historically have worked independently with minimal interaction. They speak different languages, work with different equipment, and approach challenges with different mind-sets.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EConvergence creates the obvious need to bridge these teams together so each can understand the other\u2019s priorities, challenges, and goals. A trusted advisor with experience and expertise in both can act as a bridge and interpreter, coordinating the collaboration between teams so each understands the other\u2019s requirements. Only by getting both teams on the same page can an organization successfully move forward with its Industry 4.0 planning and execution.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u00A03.\u00A0Follow the best path to Industry 4.0 \u2013 plan a step-by-step route\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA reliable guide knows the best routes to a destination, normally the safest, but not necessarily the fastest. With Industry 4.0, a gradual approach is preferable for many organizations. A company may need to go through Industry 3.1 and 3.2 before ascending to the 4.0 summit. An experienced technology advisor will plot a step-by-step route that may start, for example by placing Industrial\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/work/campaign/innovation/industries.jsp\u0022\u003EInternet of Things (IIoT)\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/product-category/4900-sensors-and-rfid-system/?filter=business-1-industrial-automation-and-control\u0022\u003Esensors\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0on existing manufacturing motors and\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/product-category/2900-variable-speed-drives-and-soft-starters/?filter=business-1-industrial-automation-and-control\u0022\u003Edrive systems\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0to begin collecting shop floor data.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EInformation collected by sensors can show how to improve maintenance efficiency and reduce energy consumption. A quick, early ROI win can help make the case with management for further technology investment in areas such as artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/product-category/87303-motion-control-and-robotics/?filter=business-1-industrial-automation-and-control\u0022\u003Erobotics\u003C/a\u003E. A progressive approach helps to educate all of those involved on the steps to take next so they can make well-informed investments.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u00223 MAY 22\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022f97d3026-5fd5-42c3-9f30-793560dcb97b\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/3%20May%20-%20Image%201.JPG\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOur partnerships with Schneider Electric and other vendors are essential to guiding you up the Industry 4.0 mountain. We recognize the journey can be long and complex, but the view makes it all worthwhile, so let us be your Sherpa on your path to success.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResources:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E1. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to us for guidance on your Industry 4.0 Journey\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E2. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003ESUBSCRIBE\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to receive these informative articles straight to your inbox\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESource:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https://blog.se.com/industrial-software/2021/12/21/why-an-industry-4-0-journey-requires-a-trusted-guide/\u0022\u003Ehttps://blog.se.com/industrial-software/2021/12/21/why-an-industry-4-0-journey-requires-a-trusted-guide/\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Apr 2022", "terms": "Electrical, Education, Schneider" }, { "title": "DISCOVER | Fluke FieldSense Technology can Help you work Safer", "nid": "610", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Fieldsense\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u002294d9e730-e32a-45e2-a23e-95305b0d50cb\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Fluke%20Fieldsense.png\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe first goal of any electrician or technician who works around live voltage is to go home safe. Traditionally voltage has been measured by attaching test lead probes or alligator clips directly to electrical conductors. This requires metal-to-metal contact that brings with it the risk of arc flash and potential harm to both the person doing the measuring and the equipment being measured.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFluke FieldSense\u2122 technology offers a safer way to measure voltage by isolating the measurement tool from the voltage source under test. This reduces the risk of electrical shock and arc flash. \u003C/strong\u003EThrough the principle of galvanic isolation FieldSense allows electricians and technicians to measure voltage without exposing themselves to contact points with live voltage. Instead, a FieldSense-enabled test tool such as the\u00A0Fluke T6-1000\u00A0senses the electrical field in the open fork and measures the voltage through the cable insulation.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECommercial and light industrial electricians can use FieldSense-based devices for voltage and current measurements, verifying continuity values, and testing individual circuits.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cfigure role=\u0022group\u0022 class=\u0022caption caption-img align-center\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Image 1 \u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u00224b6386d0-8c34-479d-965f-6bc8dd81eadd\u0022 height=\u0022365\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Picture%201.jpg\u0022 width=\u0022188\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\n\u003Cfigcaption\u003EFluke T6-1000\u003C/figcaption\u003E\n\u003C/figure\u003E\n\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHere are the top five ways this non-contact voltage measurement technology can help you work safer:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1. No metal-to-metal contact when measuring ac voltage\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFieldSense technology does require a capacitive path to earth ground which, with the T6 electrical tester, can be made in one of two ways. You can create a capacitive path to ground by first firmly inserting both test leads into the storage dock on the back of the tester, then placing your finger firmly on the ground touch point on the back of the battery cover. Next, slide the fork around the ac conductor. The second method is recommended if you are wearing safety gloves or are otherwise isolated from ground. In that case, you simply touch or clip the black test lead of the FieldSense tester to a grounded conductor such as a conduit or junction box.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2. Goes beyond detection to let you know how much voltage is present\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThere are a variety of devices that can detect whether voltage is present, ranging from pen style testers to clamp meters. FieldSense\u2122 devices go way beyond those to show you not only that live voltage is present, but to accurately measure that voltage. FieldSense technology injects a known signal to accurately derive the unknown ac voltage. This produces an actual ac voltage measurement, unlike traditional non-contact voltage detectors that only detect if voltage is present. So, you now have voltage detection and a measurement in one step, with one tool.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E3. Reduces the need to open panels because you can access wires at junction boxes\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFieldSense-enabled devices don\u2019t need access to wire end points so you can take a measurement at any point along the conductor. This makes it much easier to quickly measure ac voltage and current on traditionally inaccessible measurement points such as crowded junction boxes. All you have to do is slide a single conducting wire into the open fork, read the results, and you\u2019re done in no time.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E4. One-handed voltage measurements\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBecause FieldSense technology eliminates the need to fuss with test leads, in many cases, you can accurately measure voltage with one hand. The open fork form factor makes it easier to isolate individual hot and neutral wires, which in turn helps reduce the chance of accidental contact with another voltage point and the likelihood of errors. You\u2019ll save time... and perhaps a lot more.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cfigure role=\u0022group\u0022 class=\u0022caption caption-img align-center\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Fluke PRV240FS Proving Unit\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022e015413e-d6ae-4173-b871-60f34d83ef9d\u0022 height=\u0022254\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Picture%202.jpg\u0022 width=\u0022183\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\n\u003Cfigcaption\u003EFluke PRV240FS Proving Unit\u003C/figcaption\u003E\n\u003C/figure\u003E\n\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E5. Combines with proving unit to verify proper operation\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA key requirement for any test tool, before you use it for live voltage tests, is to verify that it is working properly both before and after taking a measurement. And you want to be able to do that without unnecessary exposure to shock and arc flash. The PRV240FS proving unit sources 240V of steady-state ac and dc voltage to allow you to safely verify that your FieldSense\u2122 electrical test tool is working properly before you conduct live tests. It\u2019s a good practice to test your tester both before and after live tests, to ensure safer and more accurate measurements.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EA final safety note\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EEven with the improved safety of FieldSense-enabled testers, workers should still wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Measuring without test leads does not mean you can skip wearing the required PPE. This means electricians should still wear arc-rated clothing and protective equipment including gloves, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection and leather footwear as required.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResources:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to us for a Fluke solution for your facility!\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003ESUBSCRIBE\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to receive articles like these, straight to your inbox\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n", "created": "Jan 2022", "terms": "Electrical, Products, Fluke, General" }, { "title": "READ | Drive Technology is now going Digital", "nid": "609", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Digitalisation\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u002254debfd0-859d-477f-89f6-59ab5a81b352\u0022 height=\u0022197\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Newsletter%20Image_1.jpg\u0022 width=\u0022720\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOur friends at \u003Cstrong\u003ESIEMENS \u003C/strong\u003Echallenge us to start a productive future with digital drive data. Here\u2019s their take on the digitalization of drive technology\u2026\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhether it\u0027s the processing or manufacturing industry: nothing happens without drives\u003C/strong\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAnd drive systems also get you off to a good start when it comes to digitalization. The data from motors and converters is crucial to ensuring your competitiveness. We offer you a wide range of selection and engineering tools, connectivity modules, MindSphere applications, and Edge solutions, as well as digital services to help you meaningfully evaluate this information. This enables you to use drive data in machine and plant manufacturing in order, for example, to optimize your development processes, the properties of your machines and plants or your service. As an operator, however, you benefit from greater stability, flexibility and efficiency in your production and manufacturing processes.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDigital drive for the success of your company\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETake advantage of digitalization to stay competitive and make your production even more efficient, cost-effective, and flexible \u2013 or to implement new machine and plant concepts as a machine and plant manufacturer. The digitalization of low-voltage drive technology \u2013 for example, for the data-based optimization of the entire drive train \u2013 plays an important role and is a good starting point for the IIoT.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBenefits for machine and plant builders...\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIncreased availability of machines and plants\u00A0\u2013\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003Edue to even more reliable drive systems thanks to digital options for checking and implementing constructive improvements and extensively monitoring individual drives as well as entire fleets of drives\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EShorter time to market\u00A0\u2013\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003Edue to shorter development times thanks to practical software tools and a continuous database for concurrent development processes as well as virtual simulations, tests, and commissioning of machines and plants\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ENew options for future service and business models\u00A0\u2013\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003Eranging from customized application solutions and digital services to contractually guaranteed availabilities of machines and plants\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Siemens digitalisation\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u002290437a0c-c743-4bfe-8ed1-07e3ace21d79\u0022 height=\u0022359\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Image%202.jpg\u0022 width=\u0022682\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBenefits for machine and plant operators...\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIncreased availability and productivity of production, fewer unscheduled downtimes\u003C/strong\u003E \u2013 through the early detection of deviations and emerging risks thanks to digital drive monitoring\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMore flexible production down to batch size 1\u003C/strong\u003E \u2013 through the better use of knowledge from existing production lines thanks to transparent utilization, states, locations, and capacities down to the drive level\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIdentification of possibilities for optimization in order to produce faster, better, and more efficiently thanks to data-based transparency\u003C/strong\u003E \u2013 for example, for faster modifications, simpler quality control, and the early prediction of maintenance requirements\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ENow it\u2019s time to think \u2026 What can digitalization do for you in the area of low-voltage motors and converters? What applications can it optimize?\u00A0Chat to our experts for advice.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResources:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E1. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=READ--Drives-are-everywhere\u0022\u003EREAD\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E about drives being everywhere\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E2. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=DISCOVER--Siemens-range-of-SINAMICS-S120-Drives\u0022\u003EDISCOVER\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E the Siemens range of SINAMICS drives\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E3. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLOExTjYnog\u0026amp;list=PL0AHvVniUcgyBY72ANgtxcdqy4vMnN_oc\u0026amp;index=5\u0022\u003EWATCH\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E standardization as the basis for digitization\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E4. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to us for a Siemens solution for your facility\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E5. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003ESUBSCRIBE\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to receive these informative articles straight to your inbox\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESource:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/drives/digitalization-in-drive-technology.html\u0022\u003Ehttps://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/drives/digitalization-in-drive-technology.html\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Jan 2022", "terms": "Electrical, Education, Siemens" }, { "title": "DISCOVER | Schneider Electric\u2019s TeSys GV Motor Control Range", "nid": "608", "body": "\u003Cp\u003EIncluded in our extensive portfolio of Schneider Electric products is the TeSys GV range of motor control circuit breakers.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://shop.magnet.co.za/\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022TeSys GV range\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u002283d2656e-a571-4e7c-98ce-e48a77c8eab8\u0022 height=\u0022216\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Schneider%20-%20TeSys%20GV%20Motor%20Control%20Range%20Edited.jpg\u0022 width=\u0022409\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAdvanced motor protection for a wide range of applications\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith an integrated short circuit and extended protection against thermal overload and phase loss, TeSys GV helps provide consistent performance, enhanced safety and uptime, cost savings, and great functionality.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, TeSys GV combines with the TeSys D range, to offer a complete motor control solution for everything from simple machines to complex motor control centers.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETeSys GV2\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe GV2 is designed for motors up to 15kW/400V up to 32A. It is one of the commonly used circuit breakers in the world, relied upon for its versatility and robustness.\u00A0 It is designed in three main versions:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGV2L is magnetic only motor circuit breaker.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGV2ME is magnetic and thermal motor circuit breaker.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGV2P is as GV2ME, but with higher breaking capacity and rotary handle.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETeSys GV3\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe GV3 is designed for motors up to 37kW/400V up to 73A. It is an ideal motor circuit breaker and a compact solution, providing both high performance and robustness. The GV3 is designed in two main versions:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGV3L is magnetic only motor circuit breaker.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGV3P is magnetic and thermal motor circuit breaker.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERobust and reliable\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESchneider Electric has since launched GV4, GV5 and GV6. Through these new additions, the motor control range is now complete. The full range combines the simplicity of standard circuit breakers with the advanced protection of intelligent digital solutions.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETeSys GV4\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe GV4 is designed for motors up to 55kW/400V up to 115A. Combining state-of-the-art technology, the GV4 is both compact and robust. Its electronic core gives the GV4 great detection accuracy, with alarming and advanced protections. The GV4 is designed in four main versions:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGV4L is magnetic only motor circuit breaker.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGV4P is magnetic and thermal motor circuit breaker.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGV4PEM is as GV4P, but with advanced protections.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGV4PB is as GV4PEM, but following UL489 standard.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETeSys GV5 \u0026amp; GV6\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe GV5 \u0026amp; GV6 is designed for motors up to 250kW/400V up to 500A. They have advanced thermal-magnetic trip units to provide more effective protection to high power motors in demanding applications.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThey provide protection for motors against overloads with selection of a trip class (5, 10 or 20), short-circuits, phase unbalance or phase loss. 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Our team is equipped with in-depth Schneider product knowledge and technical expertise \u2013 turn to us for the best advice on Schneider products and solutions.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResources:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E1.\u003Cstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/download/magnet-te-sys-ebrochure.pdf\u0022\u003EDOWNLOAD\u003C/a\u003E \u003C/strong\u003Ethe TeSys GV brochure\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E2.\u003Cstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E \u003C/strong\u003Eto us for a Schneider solution for your facility\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E3.\u003Cstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003ESUBSCRIBE\u003C/a\u003E \u003C/strong\u003Eto receive these informative articles straight to your inbox\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Jan 2022", "terms": "Electrical, Products, Schneider" }, { "title": "DISCOVER | Schneider Electric\u0026#039;s Harmony XB5 Range", "nid": "607", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDid you know that we are the largest distributor of Schneider Electric products in South Africa? Our team is equipped with in-depth Schneider product knowledge and technical expertise. \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://shop.magnet.co.za/\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Harmony XB5\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022ec043575-c9ee-4091-ba30-61a08d481931\u0022 height=\u0022391\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Magnet_Schneider%20-%20Harmony%20XB5.png\u0022 width=\u0022324\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIncluded in our extensive portfolio of Schneider Electric products is the Harmony XB5 Range\u2026\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe modular\u00A0Harmony\u00A0XB5 range of 22 mm plastic control and signalling units combines simplicity of installation, flexibility, and robustness to meet the majority of industrial applications.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EA complete range to provide the relevant functions for your panels and machines\u2026\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Harmony XB5 range comprises pushbutton switches, selector/key switches, emergency stop buttons, multiple-headed pushbuttons, pilot lights, illuminated pushbuttons and selector switches. 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