Servo motors are indispensable in various industrial applications, providing precision control and accuracy. However, like any mechanical or electrical component, servo motors are not immune to failures. When these essential devices malfunction, it can lead to costly downtime and disruptions in production. With years of experience in industrial machines and process automation, Motion Tronic is…
In the world of industrial machines and process automation, precision and efficiency are the cornerstones of success. Motion Tronic is an industry leader in the field, offering a diverse range of services and products to meet the complex needs of modern South African businesses. Among the key components of our expertise lies the art and…
In the fast-paced world of industrial automation, staying ahead of the curve isn’t just a choice; it’s a necessity. Motion Tronic has become synonymous with innovation in automation and control solutions. We recently embarked on a remarkable project showcasing our expertise and unwavering commitment to client success. Join us for a look behind the scenes…
Motion Tronic recently partnered with Silveray Stationery Company to streamline their booklet production system with the aim of reducing future maintenance costs, ensuring precise paper ejection, and ensuring control of the entire system is user-friendly. Explore this project below to discover how we used cost-effective Inovance industrial automation solutions to achieve these outcomes and more…
We recently handed over two boxes filled with items needed for rape comfort bags to The Jes Foord Foundation following a staff collection campaign during Women’s Month in support of their Handbag Project. The Handbag Project relies on the support of the community to donate new or used handbags containing items that can assist a…
Motion Tronic is proud to announce that the SV660N from Inovance is now available. This servo solution is a cutting-edge single-axis EtherCAT servo drive that redefines dynamic performance within a compact form factor. This innovation revolutionises system efficiency by significantly reducing settling time and enhancing throughput. The orchestration of position control loops with synchronisation signals…
When it comes to industrial automation, precision and reliability are paramount. To cater to the intricate needs of businesses in South Africa needing top-notch drive testing solutions, Motion Tronic proudly introduces its state-of-the-art electronics workshop. This new facility is poised to revolutionise drive testing capabilities, ushering in a new era of efficiency, accuracy, and performance.…
In support of Mandela Day, the team from Motion Tronic assisted in making sandwiches for the Robin Hood Foundation’s Sarmie Army initiative on the 12th of July 2023. Our team assisted in making 1 680 sandwiches for the Robin Hood Foundation’s beneficiaries and also donated R1500 in support of their upcoming initiatives. Charlotte Edgar,…
In the history of any business, there are moments that test its toughness and determination. The year 2021 brought one such event for us at Motion Tronic. The widespread unrest that swept through KZN during that time left a trail of destruction and loss. However, our story is one of resilience, determination, and an unwavering…
As a leading distributor of industrial automation technology in South Africa, Motiontronic is proud to announce its partnership with Inovance Technology Europe and the release of the MD800. This AC multidrive is specifically designed to address the evolving needs of South African OEMs, providing them with a highly flexible and scalable multidrive solution in a…
When it comes to industrial machinery, downtime caused by gearbox problems can be a significant setback for businesses. Waiting for replacement gearboxes from the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) can often take months, resulting in delays in productivity and reduced profitability. However, there is a solution that can save you time and money and restore your…
In the world of process automation and industrial machines, it is essential to have efficient and reliable equipment. One of the most critical components of these machines is the pump. Pumps are used in many industries, including agriculture, food and beverage, paper and packaging, plastics, and metal fabrication. In South Africa, irrigation is a crucial…
Jojo tanks are an integral part of life in South Africa. These tanks are used to store water for domestic and agricultural use in many parts of the country. With the frequent water shortages and water crises in South Africa, Jojo tanks have become an essential component for those living in rural areas or areas…
When it comes to ensuring motors remain effective and working at full potential, testing the various components from time to time becomes vitally important. As sole partners in South Africa for the world’s leading servo motors and motor component manufacturers, we have state of the art motor test benches to get to the bottom of…
No, an armature winder can’t repair a servo motor. Servo motors are vitally important tools in any automated industrial infrastructure, and getting these repairs exactly right should always be the purpose of any servo motor repair job. In this article, we explain what servo motors are, why armature winders can’t repair servo motors correctly, and…
Yes. Automation is able to reduce energy costs by 10 – 30%, according to the International Energy Agency. Automation shines when used to reduce a factory’s energy consumption, and this has a positive impact on more than just the energy bill. In this article, we unpack how much energy global industry uses, how automation is…
The shutdown period is one of the busiest for any factory, even though there’s barely anyone on the site. This is because of all the services, repairs, and other activities that can only be actioned when machinery is not in operation. Servicing servo motors at regular intervals ensures your factory’s productivity is never compromised. In…
Ultrasonic sensors are becoming commonplace in manufacturing plants and on factory floors across the planet. The technology has changed a bit since first being used industrially, but the number of applications has grown exponentially. Sensor technology is integral to so many automated processes today, across so many industries. In this article, we’re taking a closer…
A “dynamometer” or “dyno” as it’s commonly known is a pretty important device for effectively testing variable speed drives. The remarkable equipment is imperative for ensuring that VSDs and motors are in good working condition and far from breakdown. Unfortunately, few industrial automation partners actually have a dyno available to use. This brings into question…
The answer to this question is a resounding yes! Improved productivity is one of many tangible benefits you can expect when automating your production lines. With the 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) already in full swing, the best time to consider simplifying your manufacturing processes with automation is right now. In this article we define industrial…
A series of machines all connected via a transfer system that includes an electrical control system is the definition of an automated production line. Are you getting the maximum throughput from your production line? If not, think about adding some intelligent systems and machines to help increase production rates, save on manual labour costs while…
IBM provides a great definition of Industry 4.0: “Synonymous with smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0 is the realization of the digital transformation of the field, delivering real-time decision making, enhanced productivity, flexibility and agility.” We’re experiencing significant transformations in product production largely due to manufacturing digitization. This transition is called Industry 4.0 to represent the fourth…
Motion Tronic Projects was approached to assist in designing and building a control system to balance the airflow from two ovens through a single extraction fan. The extraction system is used to extract hot fumes from the main oven on the line. An existing extraction fan driven by a variable speed drive was used to…
Our customer has asked Motion Tronic Projects to assist them in automating their material handling system with a cost-effective SCADA and PLC combination. We designed, built, and installed a control system that can accommodate the controlling of blower fans, rotary feeding valves and divertors to be able to move product seamlessly by push of a…
Centrifugal pumps become damaged for a number of reasons. Some faults are isolated to one or two components, while others could cause faults that have machines unable to operate for days – if not weeks. Delays of this variety can’t happen in the high-stakes industrial environment, which is why an investment in preventative measures like…
The 4th industrial revolution is in full swing, as technological advancements improve society in more and more ways each year. One area where this revolution is most evident is the industrial sector. With more industrial automation comes more sensors, drives, and other components requiring electricity to function. To prevent industry from totally sapping the globe’s…
What should you do with a machine that is in perfect mechanical working order, but it has obsolete control equipment? This was asked when Motion Tronic was consulted on a food grade paper tubing line control system upgrade. With cost savings and improve machine up time two goals for the system, the Projects team set…
Top Tips for Maintaining a Variable Speed Drive Variable speed drives (VSDs) are designed to provide many years of efficient and cost-effective service. Motion Tronic explains five essential tasks necessary to keep your VSDs in good running order. How to Maintain Your Variable Speed Drive VSDs are extremely useful for maximising efficiency and productivity on…
Choosing the Right Sensor for Your Application With so many different sensing technologies on the market, choosing the right one can be a challenge. Motion Tronic explains how to select the perfect sensor for your business. What to Look for In a Sensor Choosing the right sensor is more about eliminating all the inappropriate…
Automation is increasing rapidly across a variety of industries. At the heart of automated operations in most product lines are devices known as programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Motion Tronic explains what PLCs are and the advantages they can offer to businesses. What Do PLCs Do? A PLC is defined as a programmable controller designed to…
Our state of the art repair lab has kept us at the forefront of industrial automation, ensuring our clients receive the best service as well as a quick turn around with minimised downtime in our effort to keep productivity up. We carry out repairs on all brands of Servo Motors, including Siemens, LG, Lenze, Panasonic,…
In an effort to stay ahead in an ever-evolving industry, we’ve partnered with yet another global titan: Panasonic EU. Panasnic was founded in 1918 by Japanese industrialist Konosuke Matsushita, then known as Matsushita Electric Housewares and Manufacturing Works, a lightbulb socket producer. While his initial idea for an electric socket may have started off small,…
Overview With decades of industry experience, Motion Tronic are leaders in industrial automation, and currently have an extensive client base. We offer world-class products and services to the South African market, allowing our clients to work smarter, not harder. Across all industries (mining, food & beverage, agriculture, HVAC, plastics & packaging to name a few),…
Did you know that Motion Tronic is fully equipped to handle all your servo motor, VSD, and electronics repairs, no matter what brand? We know that downtime costs you and your business. Our aim is to ensure we deliver fast failure analysis and rectification to get your business back up and running as soon as…
Our client contacted us looking for a solution for their machine, wanting to replace their current inverter. We looked at all the options and specified an alternative drive. The Invertek Optidrive ODP-2-44185-3KF42-MN was our selected specification. VSD compatible with thier Fanuc AC Spindle Motor Control signals are 0-10V analog for speed and two digital input…
Recently, Motion Tronic have acquired a new agency for VSDs. Although this was exciting news on its own, we were extremely excited to be able to install a powerful Invertek VSD, as a way to kick-off this new chapter and begin our journey with another exceptional product manufacturer. We are now the official agents of…
We were keeping busy during the past December shutdown period, installing a turnkey solution and control upgrade. The control upgrade solution, which was fabricated and tested towards the end of last year, was ready for the shutdown period to finish installation and integration into the existing plant. The solution involved replacing the existing Mitsubishi FX…
Husky is one of the world’s largest brand names in the injection molding and plastics industries, they have received many awards to date, with applications in the beverage and thinwall packaging, various closures, medical, consumer electronics and automotive markets. At Motion Tronic, we specialise in the integration, installation, maintenance, upgrade and repair of your factory’s…
Automation of your factory and production facilities is the way the world is moving, to increase efficiencies, boost productivity and grow profits. The cost of all these benefits is simple: maintenance, upkeep and, where necessary, upgrade of these industrial automation technologies. An important element to upgrade is that of your control equipment. Aging control equipment…
We Love Helping You Save Cost saving is very important to us, because we know how important it is to our clients! Depending on your needs, we can advise you on the best and most cost-effective solutions to your problems. Like repairing instead of replacing, and sourcing spare/obsolete parts at competitive prices, through our extensive…
At Motion Tronic, we’re proud of the fact that our premises is a hub of problem-solving ideas, solutions and quality products. Our team goes full force to ensure that clients get speedy, world-class service and quality solutions, to create, enhance and maintain their automated processes. Understanding our clients unique challenges is a priority and is…
If you follow our blogs, you might remember, we wrote about our internally developed dosing controller. Our controller has been fabricated and is already in use in the field. The advantage of making use of our controller is that it is developed in-house and can be customised to your needs. With two digital inputs, two…
Something new is brewing. We really love pushing the boundaries of innovation. When asked to take a solution and make an equivalent that works in half the space, it really gets those creative thoughts going. This is the excitement we felt when we were tasked with developing a solution that orientates, feeds, counts and dispenses…
With the ever-increasing need for remote monitoring of water tanks, controlling pumps and general factory IOT (Industrial internet of things), Motion Tronic has developed the solution. The ESP32-GSM-Node will allow for the monitoring of two digital inputs, two digital outputs and two 12-bit analog inputs, it is expandable via I2C interface. Designed and manufactured in-house…
We have the proven aptitude to assist our clients in exactly what they need. Therefore, we were again approached by a client to resolve a problem that they had with a long cable run that kept disappearing. We called on our expertise in creating a wireless bridge between our control systems to resolve their dilemma.…
We recently completed the installation and integration of our Servo Feeder on a punching press. The result was as predicted and consistent. Designing the user interface to be intuitive makes it simple for operators to understand and use. Mechanically the feeder base was adapted to fit directly to the existing press frame. Installation and commissioning…
Prolong the life of and safeguard your industrial machine assets, with Motion Tronic service, repair and overhauling. No matter the size of your motors, from the tiniest to the most colossal, we repair all aspects of all motors. Confidently send your servo motors in for trouble-free repairs and enjoy peace of mind with our startup…
ELECTRONIC SYNCHRONIZATION: 12-AXIS CARPET LINE For this project the client wanted an upgrade that improved machine reliability, reduced the amount of adjustments required from the operator, achieved accurate synchronism between all axes, provided a user-friendly, intuitive interface and integrated the solution into the existing control network. All the old hardware was removed and replaced with…
The annual sps show is a much-anticipated event in the automation industry. Suppliers from around the world exhibit their wares and compete for market share. This year Motion Tronic had an opportunity to visit the show and explore the innovations on offer. The exhibition itself is enormous and you would be hard-pressed to see everything…
For close to a year, Motiontronic has been working hand in hand with a prominent mining mineral processing firm to develop the worlds’ first and largest servo driven sampling hammer. This sampling application requires a massive amount of torque so the Baumuller DST2 High torque motor perfectly suited this application. To compliment the motor, a…
Some machines grow over time dependant on operational and final-product demand. For this project Motion Tronic was tasked to modify the control of the 5 axis that were added to the end of line processing that was originally controlled exclusively by the operator. Stopping, starting and speed settings were all dependant on the operator intervention.…
We do not often we get to do work on our local monuments so when the opportunity came to do work on our very own Durban Millennium Tower we were ecstatic! Due to strong storms, the tower required maintenance that meant that the operations had to be temporarily moved to a remote location 2.6km away…
For manufacturers, the end of the year and the beginning of a new one is the time to reflect on what you accomplished. What you need to improve. And what you want to achieve going forward. Quite possibly you already have your goals set for 2019. But do you have a clear understanding, of how…
We’re in the midst of a significant transformation regarding the way we produce products thanks to the digitization of manufacturing. This transition is so compelling that it is being called Industry 4.0 to represent the fourth revolution that has occurred in manufacturing. What is Industry 4.0? From the first industrial revolution (mechanization through water and steam…
Microsonic has equipped the new lpc+ sensor family with two output stages. The sensors in the M18 threaded sleeve have the following optional features: – two push-pull switching outputs with IO-Link interface – or a push-pull switching output plus an analogue output 0-10 V or 4-20 mA with IO-Link interface. With the four detection ranges…
Following our earlier newsletter that we upgrade injection machines, here is some insight from a project currently in progress. The electrical integration development has been completed and the installation process is underway. At this point it’s a teardown process, all the existing Fanuc controllers, drives and positioning motors are completely stripped out of their locations…
Did you know Motion Tronic perform repairs on all industrial PCB, electronic boards and servo drives? We carry specialist soldering and de-soldering tooling, and work on surface mount and through-hole electronic boards. We use state of the art electronic equipment for testing and fault finding. These include IC testers, oscilloscopes, ramp function generators, heat signature cameras…
Motion Tronic was given the spec and had to conceptualize, design, build and automate a solution for well known manufacturing company. The customers requirement was to enable them to load 6 m lengths of steel of varying thickness and width up to 600 kg’s. Then automatically feed the material through a cropping press with precise…
Servo feeders for metal stamping lines. Motion Tronic design, build and maintain heavy duty servo feeders for the metal stamping industry. The systems are designed with robustness and durability in mind for harsh environments and conditions. Incorporating digital Baumuller synchronous servo drives the user is able to set feed distance to accuracy of 0.01 mm…
Our client requested us to come up with a design for an automatic pipe cutter machine which can cut programmed cut lengths and qty for piping they use on there truck builds. Motion Tronic designed the once off machine from beginning to end including mechanical and electrical. Once the design was complete our experienced team…
Take a look at our 2018 Corporate Video which shows the services offered at Motion Tronic!
Latest Projects completed Motion Tronic recently completed another successful PLC upgrade to the full satisfaction of our customer! The project involved a retrofit of a new Siemens PLC to replace the old Mitsubishi PLC on the customers Friction Welding machine. The panel was fully re-wired as there was many items that were bridged out or…
WHAT TO EXPECT IN 2018! Motion Tronics ‘Lunch and Learn’’ teaching time. Motion Tronic is planning a series of hands on, practical teaching seminars where people interested can come along to our offices and see a live demonstration on one of the areas of competence at Motion Tronic! We will also be serving boerewors rolls and…
Motion Tronic were tasked with removing an obsolete Mitsubishi plc as well as outdated relay logic card systems and replacing with Siemens S7 qty 2 PLC’s and qty 3 HMI’s as well as distributed I/O all communicating with each other on profinet. Our scope of work included and not limited to, Removal of existing electrical…
One of Motion Tronic’s valued customers required a solution for a machine which they built. The requirements were as follows, All 10 Axis must be synchronized when the machine speeds up and slows down. The operator must be able to trim the individual axis to his needs as per product manufacturing requirements. The solution must…
Motion Tronic has a fully equipped facility to repair and load test large variable speed drives down to component level and up to sizes of 1200A 400Vac. We offer 12 month Warranty on all repairs * Our Dyno Unit Our Repair Facility
Motion Tronic has been designing custom drive system for many years and our expert in house team has the knowledge to Design, Engineer, Build and Support solutions to meet your specific needs. Some application specs for this design. Must be Mobile 24 vdc Supply System Rated to 1000 kg Can run in independent mode or…
The use of robotics in industrial production is booming. It enables innovative production processes and is a key technology used for networking in smart factories. As a driver of efficiency, profitability and flexibility, the use of robotics has fully extended from the automobile industry into the entire machine construction sector. Pioneering automation solutions from Baumüller…
Industry 4.0 BAUDIS IoT: Digitization increases availability Intelligent analysis of data BAUDIS IoT, is an IoT-capable diagnostic and communication System that allows for a simple networking of machines and systems via the Internet and the intelligent analysis of data. The networked version benefits from the long-standing expertise of the successful BAUDIS system. The system can…
Exceeding expectations and delivering the panels to site 2 weeks after the go-ahead. Motion Tronic reverse engineered the application and changed the old relay control system to Siemens PLC control with HMI interface for setup, running configuration & extensive diagnostics to pinpoint faults. Desired needling density is now entered and the control system ensures that the…
With five internal threads and multiple undercuts, demolding a Festo pneumatic maintenance unit takes skill, patience, and the right tools. In November last year, the Krallmann Group developed a quick yet high precision solution to this task using Servomold’s servoelectric unscrewing devices. Developed by Servomold and distributed by sister company, i-mold, these unscrewing devices were…
We’re so proud to announce that we won the award for Best Service Based Company in South Africa in this year’s Business Excellence Awards, the awards ceremony of the Business Excellence Forum! What is the Business Excellence Forum? Attended by over 2 000 business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals annually in 5 countries worldwide, the Business…
As part of our continued drive to improve customer experience, we’ve added a QR Code document storage solution to our Motion Tronic app. We know that if your electrical drawings or documents go missing, this can cause lengthy machine downtimes and make efficient fault finding difficult for your employees. With this new development, your document…
In today’s fast-paced business world, manufacturers simply cannot afford to fall behind schedule. We understand that long downtimes can have a major impact on your production schedule, deliverables, and bottom line. This means you simply don’t have the time to waste on sending your machine out for repairs and trying to look for a replacement…
When it comes to drive repairs, our expert team can offer you the following: 1. Fault Detection Dead testing for short circuits, blown IGBTs, failed rectifiers, etc. Component level fault tracing and signal verification using calibrated oscilloscopes Extensive database on multiple brands for gathering technical information related to your equipment Advanced diagnostic testing through…
At Motion Tronic, we repair and offer a 12 month warranty on all major AC and DC Servo motors and Controllers. For those of you looking to repair the motor yourselves, here’s our advice and a step-by-step guide. Before you start to repair a servo motor, please note: It is important to exercise the utmost…
As industry leaders in automation, we enjoy teaching our clients about the machines and components we create and maintain. Here’s what you need to know about the PLC – a key element in the automated manufacturing process: PLC stands for Programmable Logic Controller – a special computer device used for industrial control systems. It is…
At Motion Tronic, we understand that downtime has a negative impact on your operations and your business. That’s why we work hard to ensure downtime doesn’t happen and if it does, it is kept to a minimum. We practice regular preventative maintenance but when your industrial automation equipment such as drives ,plcs and servo motors…
On a recent client visit, we replaced 20 year old (and now obsolete) Baumüller drives with the latest bmaxx 5000 series drives and completed a full upgrade in three days, including commissioning. During this time, we also modified and serviced the four existing motor encoders. Keeping to our deadlines was essential as the machine is…
Automation – changing the world of work Automation (or automatic control) is the use of various control systems for operating equipment such as machinery, processes in factories, boilers, and heat treating ovens, as well as switching on telephone networks, steering and stabilization of ships and aircraft, and other applications with minimal or reduced human intervention.…
Motion Tronic has just commissioned new technology in the plastic injection molding industry. This new technology involves a Servo driven core extract function. Conventional methods are hydraulic which are expensive to run, messy, and can cost R100 000s in rejected products when contaminated with oil. The Servo system benefits include: Less than 2% of the…
In a professional context it often happens that private or corporate clients corder a publication to be made and presented with the actual content still not being ready. Think of a news blog that’s filled with content hourly on the day of going live. However, reviewers tend to be distracted by comprehensible content, say, a random text copied newspaper or the internet. The are to focus on the text, disregarding the layout and its elements. Besides, random text risks to be unintendedly humorous or offensive, an unacceptable risk in corporate environments.
Do you know how to maintain variable speed drives (VFDs)? Doing so is easier than you might think. By integrating some simple, logical steps into your preventative maintenance program, you can ensure your drives provide many years of trouble-free service. Before looking at those steps, let’s quickly review what a VFD is and how it works. A…
At Motion Tronic we strive to keep our clients satisfied by understanding their conditions, requirements and timelines. This allows us to deliver the promised service and maximise your industrial potential. We achieve this with our wide range of product and service offerings which includes, but is not limited to: Baumüller, Microsonic, Siemens and WEG Drives…
Another successful upgrade of a Main Drive on a KraussMaffei machine, this one consisted of a bmaxx4000 series drive rated at 300A.
Successful upgrade from an outdated and previously unsupported Heating Control system. Our upgrade consisted of Siemens HMI communicating on Profinet to a PLC and Communicating on Mod bus to 8 Eurotherm Digital Thyristor control units. Imagine having the power to save energy…
Motion Tronic worked closely with a well known provider of systems for the Mining Industry and developed and built the control system for the machine which will be shipped to Namibia, tight deadlines were stuck to and we exceeded the customer expectations once again. The system consisted of a Siemens PLC and HMI using analogs…
Motion Tronic was tasked with developing a unit for a customer to test various size plastic blow molded containers. previously an outdated manual system was used but this gave varying results and the operator a BIG ARM…. So we developed a unit from scratch mechanically and electrically this approach allowed us to give the customer…
When our client said “can you install an upgrade for us”, we said “how many hours do we have”. Yes, the Motion Tronic team was able to pull this upgrade off in just 36 hours. A complete panel build incorporating a CFW11 drive 132kw with the relevant switch gear. We have many years of experience…
Motion Tronic were tasked with upgrading an obsolete and outdated control system on a Automatex Crosslapper in doing so we achieved optimal running speeds and greatly increased the production rates, Quality and overall reliability of the system. Yet another successful project by the Motion Tronic team.
For the Motion Tronic team of dedicated engineers this was a quick and easy implementation of a Siemens S7-1200 PLC for controlling the weight and batching of Fiber. The solution comprised of new Cad electrical drawings, installation and commissioning including all wire numbering and referencing and this was achieved using Eplan P8. Once again problems…
Motion Tronic has recently acquired specialised equipment to allow us to carry out servo motor repairs to all brands. This includes full mechanical maintenance to feedback testing as well as electrical alignment of the feedback devices. At the end of the service or repair a full printed report is given on the electrical condition of…
With energy costs at an all time high companies are looking at ways to optimise certain essential services for there plant. One such factory is an injection moulding plant. They require process water at a specific pressure and temperature to cool there machines. Motion Tronic designed such system using PID Control in Weg Drives, pump…
From Concept Design in CAD to final product, Motion Tronic has the expertise to carry it out. With the vast knowledge of the highly skilled staff we are able to complete the requirements for this particular customer including Mechanical design, Mechanical build, Site install, Electrical Design, Electrical Build and Commissioning.
Yes we at it again pushing the boundaries of engineering and achieving what we set out to do. Using a KUKA Robot and Baumuller bmaxx5000 series modular servo drives with Siemens S7-1500 PLC over profinet. A fully in house designed, built and engineered solution by Motion Tronic. We have become leaders in purpose built machinery…
