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"body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAre you an electrician? \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EThen join the mySchneider Electrician Programme, and start getting rewarded when you buy Schneider products from us!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow it works: \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EThe Programme is aimed at rewarding residential and small building electricians for purchasing Schneider Electric products.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EElectricians need to register on the mySchneider partner portal.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EElectricians can claim rewards each time they make a purchase of an applicable Schneider Electric product by simply uploading invoices to the portal.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EThe mySchneider partner portal also serves as a knowledge tool to support Electricians in expanding their business professionally.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EAccess the portal online or\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022http://spr.ly/6047Hru77\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDOWNLOAD\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0the App:\u00A0\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELearn more about the programme...Click \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7kQblS2wxA\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHERE \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003Eto watch the video.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7kQblS2wxA\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022card\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u002290b8a23f-65c8-4d10-87d6-4ddb7ee75522\u0022 height=\u0022362\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/CARD-NEW_0.png\u0022 width=\u0022566\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n",
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"title": "PRODUCT NEWS | Eaton\u0026#039;s easyE4 Control Relay Generation",
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"body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMore time for the really important things\u2026\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThanks to Eaton\u2019s new control relay generation - easyE4\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1y_uZGWR8U\u0026amp;t=1s\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Eaton Easy E4\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022b99fdc93-8fc7-417e-91ed-d15c0e184e81\u0022 height=\u0022348\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/eaton-easy-e4-dc-12tc1-ltp-temperature-ok-1000x1000.jpg\u0022 width=\u0022348\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOur extensive range of \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-electrical/index.php\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEaton products and solutions\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E includes the easyE4. Eaton\u2019s easyE4 is a true all-rounder and the ideal choice for anyone looking to implement control tasks with as little effort as possible\u2014from installers in building installations, to automation engineers in machine building applications.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEasy future-proof connectivity\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EeasyE4\u2018s simple handling and the intuitive easySoft 7 programming software makes it possible to implement simple control tasks, as well as more comprehensive configurations with high process efficiency. The integrated Ethernet interface also gives users access to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and makes their machines and installations future-proof.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFast response times\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor maximum flexibility, each easyE4 base unit comes with four digital outputs, four analog/digital inputs, and four fast digital inputs that can be used, for example, to implement high-performance counters. In conjunction with the NET feature, the control relay is therefore able to achieve response times that rival those of a micro-controller.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EUnlimited possibilities with easy combinations\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith the help of expansion modules, each base unit can be expanded to up to 188 I/Os\u2014which sets a new standard for compact controllers.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEasy reduction of stocking costs\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith a total of 14 configurations of base unit and expansion modules, Eaton has optimized the number of available versions compared to the previous series, whilst still expanding the scope of the application. This leads to a significant reduction in purchasing and warehousing costs.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EeasySoft 7 makes it even easier\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EeasySoft 7 is intuitive to operate, so that programming easyE4 poses no challenges at all and users can choose between four programming languages.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELearn more\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EClick \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1y_uZGWR8U\u0026amp;t=1s\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHERE \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003Eto watch a quick video on the easyE4\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWe are a Premium Distributor of Eaton products in South Africa and boast in-depth product knowledge and technical expertise.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENeed an Eaton solution for your facility? \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za?subject=Eaton Enquiry\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECHAT\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E to us now!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n",
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"terms": "Electrical, Products, Eaton"
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"title": "PRODUCT NEWS | Schneider\u0026#039;s TeSys Island",
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"body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-electrical/index.php\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESchneider Electric\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E pushes boundaries with their TeSys Island digital load management solution!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za?subject=Schneider Enquiry\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022TeSys Island\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022036ce5a4-11fe-459f-89f8-f41040c37096\u0022 height=\u0022265\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Schneider%20TeSys%20Island.png\u0022 width=\u0022400\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis innovative device is designed to switch, protect, and manage motors and other electrical loads up to 80Amps (AC3) in an electrical control panel.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETeSys Island is an innovative load management solution that makes machines smarter and more reliable, while reducing machine time to market, enabling OEMs to move forward in their Industry 4.0 journey.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUp to 20 modules / 1 meter at one bus coupler\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOne-click mounting on DIN rail and no need for control wiring\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ENo mechanical adjustments / settings required\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDigital \u0026amp; Analog I/Os available\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBenefits\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUnique modular/scalable load management solution saves design and deployment time\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESingle point of communication to multiple loads\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEnhanced connectivity drives better decision making\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIndustry 4.0 compliant and a fully digital and object-oriented load management system\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EApplications\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOptimized and high-performance machines installed in food \u0026amp; beverage, material working, packaging and small pumps.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETeSys Island is Efficient\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFeaturing a catalog of TeSys Avatars representing load functionalities and basic applications, conceptual to digital twin in Industry 4.0, TeSys Island allows intuitive and simplified engineering of machines while reducing time to market.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETeSys Island is a Data Provider\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBy connecting TeSys Island to the EcoStruxure\u2122 Machine architecture, it is possible to track, monitor and increase system performance remotely, and conduct maintenance outside operational hours.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELearn more\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EClick \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/download/schneider-tesys-island-digital-multifunctional-load-management-solution.pdf\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHERE\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E to download a brochure on TeSys Island!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWe are the largest distributor\u00A0of Schneider Electric products in South Africa and boast\u00A0in-depth Schneider product knowledge and technical expertise.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENeed a Schneider Electric solution for your facility? \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za?subject=Schneider Enquiry\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECHAT \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003Eto us now!\u003C/p\u003E\n",
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"terms": "Electrical, Products, Schneider"
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"title": "LEARN | Condition Monitoring pt 5 - Residual Current Monitoring",
"nid": "502",
"body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-electrical/index.php\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022RCM\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022f5deea5f-34f9-4757-bbcb-21fdd0d11e71\u0022 height=\u0022185\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Control%20Cabinet%201_RZ.jpg\u0022 width=\u0022285\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResidual Current Monitoring in an Industrial Environment\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EWe\u0027re wrapping up\u00A0our series on \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=LEARN--Condition-Monitoring-part-4\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECondition Monitoring\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E, by discussing Residual Current Monitoring (RCM) as an essential system to implement in any industrial environment. 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