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Free technical seminars
RF and Microwave Test and Measurement Seminars in Stellenbosch and Midrand

National Instruments cordially invites you, your friends, colleagues and interested persons to join RF experts in exploring the functionality and capabilities of new technologies that are changing the way RF test and measurement applications are approached, including RF record and playback, RADAR, MIMO and spectrum monitoring.

DATES: Stellenbosch: 22 October 2014; Midrand: 28 October 2014
TIMES: 08h30 to 12h30
VENUES: Details, directions and maps for Stellenbosch and Midrand
COST: No cost, free-of-charge

Learn about the latest software and new PXI-based RF instruments with best-in-class performance, and how adopting this technology can lower capital cost, save bench-top and floor space, increase test throughput and allow you to easily adapt to changing test requirements.

Featured sessions and technologies
  • Revolutionising RF and microwave test and measurement with a modular approach
  • High-performance VSA and spectrum analyser up to 26,5 GHz, offering 765 MHz of bandwidth with best-in-class measurement performance and speed
  • Advanced technologies for RF record, playback and MIMO applications
  • Software-defined radio and USRP
  • Advanced VNA measurements
  • New NI RFmx interoperable toolkits, which offer simple access to the most advanced optimisation techniques
  • Introduction to spectrum monitoring receivers

Who should attend

 

This event is intended for RF and microwave engineers involved in all phases of the product life cycle - from design and verification to production and field test. Engineers outside of the aerospace and defense industry are also encouraged to attend as the technical information in many of the sessions has broad applicability.


Attendee benefits

  • Hear about the latest concepts in RF instrumentation and measurements
  • Discover the advantages of software-defined, modular instrumentation
  • Learn time-saving tips and advanced testing techniques
  • Discuss your specific design and test challenges with experts

Further information


To speak with our events team or an NI engineer, freecall NI Southern Africa on 0800 203 199 or email ni.southafrica@ni.com

 

Click here to register online now and secure your place
 

 
Invitation
South African Flameproof Association Annual Symposium and Gala Dinner
The South African Flameproof Association (SAFA) invites you to its annual symposium and gala dinner:

DATE: 13 November 2014
VENUE: Graceland Casino, Secunda, Mpumalanga (click here for map

SAFA is an association of companies involved in explosion prevention/protection techniques for equipment used in hazardous atmospheres in industry and mining.

SAFA comprises 200 member companies which include both end-users and manufacturers, as well as relevant government bodies and equipment testing houses. The association has branches in Gauteng (Johannesburg) Kwa Zulu Natal (Durban) and the Cape (Cape Town).

The primary objective of SAFA is to promote safety best practice in the hazardous area industries, develop competencies and promote training, and influence the formulation and implementation of national and international standards and regulations.

Registration

Click here to register as an individual 
Click here to register a team special 

Sponsorship opportunities

SAFA calls on its members and other interested companies to participate and sponsor items at the symposium and gala dinner to assist in making the 2014 symposium an unforgettable experience. There are a variety of opportunities and some new branding ideas that can be sponsored or partially sponsored afor effective coverage and branding at the symposium and gala dinner. Click here for further details.

Exhibition stands

SAFA calls on its members and other interested companies to participate and exhibit their products and services at the symposium and gala dinner. Click here for further details.

Accommodation

Cost effective accommodation is available at the Graceland Casino Hotel. Click here for further details.

Awards

Awards will be presented at the prestigious gala dinner, and award nominations are now open. Click here for further details

Further information

For further information, contact the SAFA secretariate safaservices@vdw.co.za or visit the SAFA website
 
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In this issue...
RF and Microwave Test and Measurement Seminars in Stellenbosch and Midrand
South African Flameproof Association Annual Symposium and Gala Dinner
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