With the transformation towards the fourth industrial revolution, moving towards industrial automation has become a non-negotiable requirement for staying ahead of the competition.
The processors, sensors and drives of modern automated systems are only as effective as the system of cables, wires and accessories connecting them. All images supplied by HELU South Africa
Whether we are looking at automotive manufacturing, high-speed logistics or the food industry, the goal remains the same: greater productivity, consistent high quality and the flexibility to handle anything from mass production down to a batch size of one.
Infrastructure makes or breaks these ambitious goals. The processors, sensors and drives of modern automated systems are only as effective as the system of cables, wires and accessories connecting them.
At HELU South Africa, they specialise in ensuring these components receive the power and data flow they need to function reliably, even in the most demanding environments. Surviving the harshest conditions is what our products are designed to do. From high-flexibility solutions that can withstand the constant bending and torsion of robotic applications to cables that resist extreme temperatures and chemicals, we ensure your operation never stops.
Their products include motor, servo and encoder cables for electrical drives, flexible and torsion-resistant robot cables, cable accessories, data, bus and ethernet cables, as well as space-saving hybrid cables that combine power and data transmission.
Engineered ecosystems tailored for every application on the factory floor, as well as individual components:
- Drive & Servo Systems: TOPSERV® and TOPGEBER® series are built specifically for electrical drives and offer seamless motor and feedback communication with up to 5 million bending cycles for high-performance applications.
- Robotics & Torsion: We present the ROBOFLEX® range for 6-axis robots – these cables are tested to ensure long-term uptime in high-stress environments for up to 10 million torsion cycles.
- Data & Communication: HELUKAT® and PROFInet solutions provide high-speed industrial ethernet for real-time digital interconnection and the next generation industry.
High-flexibility solutions that can withstand the constant bending and torsion of robotic applications.
They also help businesses reduce installation time and eliminate technical risks by utilising pre-assembled components and ready-to-use system solutions that include:
- Configurable energy/drag chain systems made of plastic, aluminium or stainless steel for long unsupported lengths.
- Accessories like HELUTOP® cable glands with vibration protection and IP68 ratings, alongside
HELUTEC® circular connectors with a modular design principle.
- For earthing, protection and management, we offer HELUcond corrugated tubes for high load capacity, CU-earthing straps for EMC and even industrial LED luminaires to keep the workspace safe and efficient.
Source: Supplied by HELU South Africa