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The new meaning of broadband
by Hans van de Groenendaal, EngineerIT
Should we be worried if "independent" is taking on a meaning different to the one in dictionaries? I certainly believe so. Perhaps there are different levels of "independence", as is the case with the Independent Communications... ( more) |
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Q&A: Legacy call recording systems
by Matt Balcomb, CallCabinet
In the past, the key reason to record and evaluate calls in businesses has been to check compliance with consumer protection regulations, but businesses can no longer afford to see this as the primary use of their call recordings... ( more) |
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In conversation with Michael Goodyer
by Hans van de Groenendaal, EE Publishers
Industry growth in order to create jobs is being used in many political campaigns but are South Africans really walking the talk and doing something positive that will show results? The electronics manufacturing industry... ( more) |
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Securing the IoT: Reducing vulnerability
by Sherry Zameer, Gemalto
Connected devices are already counted in the billions, and analysts predict these numbers will hit 6,4-billion worldwide by the end of the year. While there's plenty of business potential in these expanding connections... ( more) |
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Virtual panel discussion: Are grey products a problem?
Compiled by Hans van de Groenendaal, EngineerIT
The subject of grey products appears to be low on the media radar. There was a time when newspapers were full of stories about popular bands of illegally-imported HiFi equipment which carried no guarantees. They were the grey imports... ( more) |
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Combating cyber attacks with intelligence driven security
by Anton Jacobsz, Networks Unlimited
Cyber-security needs to move from hopeful attempts at outright prevention, to real-time detection and neutralisation. The recent high-profile credit card fraud suffered by one of South Africa's major banks, which netted hundreds of millions of rand... ( more)
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Digitalised transparency: Keeping a close eye on the plant
Information from Pepperl+Fuchs
When it comes to plant availability, operators primarily rely on first-hand information directly from the source. Monitoring and analysing each individual component of the plant provides the insight needed for proactive maintenance... ( more)
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Don't lose control of your factory automation
by Jim Colby, Littlefuse
The factories of the future will demand advanced circuit protection technology to keep everything connected. The original Industrial Revolution marked the transition from making things using human and animal power to making them with machines... ( more)
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| Technology's role in reducing mining costs
by Hans van de Groenendaal, EngineerIT
Application of technology is one of the major contributors to mining operations' profitability - by introducing major savings in operation, training and support costs. This concept was recenty illustrated in one of the largest mining projects in Southern Africa... ( more)
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Advanced managed switches with combo ports
by Jan Aulenberg, Phoenix Contact Electronics, Germany
Many users now create their automation networks on the basis of Ethernet-based communication, which involves the use of both copper and fibre-optic connections. Switches that are used to connect network segments and devices with each other normally... ( more)
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EMC compliance testing with time domain scanning
Information from Keysight Technologies
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing requires detailed and exacting methodologies to ensure that all emissions are accurately measured. Long test times impact test facility availability and reduce the number of devices that can be certified... ( more)
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Electromagnetic noise control in UPSs
by Frikkie Marx, Inopsis Wireless Services
The primary purpose of an uninterruptible or emergency power supply (UPS) is to provide conditioned, continuous power to its load. From the EMC point of view, the UPS is used to correct the power line disturbance problems. The EMC problem in emergency power... ( more)
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LiFePO4 cells: the next generation of energy storage
by Antony English, Freedomwon
Lithium ion phosphate cells (LiFePO4) are beginning dominate the energy storage sphere among more discerning designers and customers. These cells have been used in electric vehicles since 2011 and are now appearing in stationary power applications... ( more)
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Increasing the performance and lifetime of LED designs
by Jade Bridges, Electrolube, USA
With an ever increasing number of potential uses, light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are now present in all types of lighting, signage and domestic appliance products, to name just a few. The LED market is one of the fastest growing sectors within the electronics industry... ( more)
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Signal performance in microwave technology
by Marco de Ru, Miro
Commonly encountered issues with microwave technology include congestion on the frequently used frequencies and the adverse effects of weather on signal performance and throughput. These challenges are being mitigated by the adoption of specific... (more)
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Microwave technology - it's improved and it's really useful
by Eckart Zollner, The Jasco Group
Microwave technology has advanced considerably. As the long wait for fibre-to-the-door may become wearisome and begin to hamper productivity and operational effectiveness, and customers are driven to churn, microwave is still a viable last mile stand-in... (more)
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LTE takes to the driving seat
by Stefano Moioli, U-blox
Hands up, those of you who thought the long term evolution (LTE) wireless communications standard was only applicable in the telephony environment. While it's true that's where it began its life, increasingly it's finding key applications in areas far removed... (more)
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FTTH and the Oklahoma land grab
by Paul Colmer, Greencom
A look into the challenges for both client and provider: the frenzy that has accompanied the acquisition of fibre to the home (FTTH) services has not been seen since the "Hoola Hoop" craze of the late 1950s or perhaps the Pet Rock in the 1970s... (more)
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Compiled by Hans van de Groenendaal, EE Publishers
- Charge your phone while soaking up the sun
- Transfer images on the go
- A space-age look for your bedside
- In pursuit of the perfect shot... (more)
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Compiled by Joanne Taylor, EE Publishers
- Connecting 13-million more in rural Tanzania
- Point-to-point connectivity for African regions
- Platform to support women empowerment
- Free WiFi launched in Senegal
- Towers company secures $105-million funding
- A 450 km fibre link from Lome to Kara
- Internet access for schools in Tanzania
- Increased broadcasting capacity across Africa
- Kiambu county launches free WiFi for CBDs... (more)
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