MechChem Africa August 2017

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August 2017 • MechChem Africa ¦ 41
Cable manufacturer recognised for
automation range
Helukabel’s high-quality cables and cable
accessories guarantee durable and reliable
automation systems.
Automation cable systems are specially designed for optimal perfor-
mance on sophisticated automation equipment. They are therefore
unique in that they require precision manufacture that not only
ensures the total integrity of information relayed and current trans-
ported, the cables also need to be durable and reliable to handle the
high mechanical stress and repetitive movements often associated
with automated processes.
In SouthAfrica, there is an increasedmove towards automation as
stricter standards require ever-tighter tolerances, while the market
place requires higher volumes and keener pricing. It is therefore es-
sential that cabling systems, which are effectively the lifeblood of any
automation project, are of the highest quality and fit-for-purpose.
Helukabel South Africa’s sales manager, Hardus van Dyk, says au-
tomation is becoming commonplace inmanufacturing, be it packaging,
foodandbeverageprocessing, automotive, pharmaceuticals andahost
of other production systems.
“Our high-quality cables and cable accessories (eg, cable tracks,
glands and connectors),
guarantee durable and
reliable systems that can
handle the high mechani-
cal stress and repetitive,
automated movements.
Pre-assembled servo, mo-
tor and feedback cables
are also available for the
world’s leading drive sys-
tem manufacturers and
these offer an economical
alternativetotrackcables.
Herman Venter has been appointed
as the new branch manager for
Hytec inRichardsBay. Venter, who is
no stranger to the Hytec Group, will
beresponsibleformanagingexternal
sales and assets as well as managing
internal personnel at the branch.
Venter has long been committed
togrowing theHytecGroup inAfrica
with his six years’ experience as a
technical sales representative at the Richards Bay branch. Prior to
that, Venter honed his internal relations skills with over a decade of
experience as a labour broker in the region.
“With 15 years of experience in the shipping and labour industry,
Herman brings great value and insight for our Richards Bay Team,”
says Robbie Login, KZN area manager, Hytec. “This, paired with his
approachable nature and open-door policy, will certainly see him
succeed in his new role and, more importantly, help his ten-member
team succeed in their roles.”
Hytec is the hydraulic specialist company within the Hytec Group,
specialising in the single-source supply of hydraulic components and
turnkey hydraulic systems.
New Hytec branch manager for
Richards Bay