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Collision prevention depends on more than just technology

9th May 2024 While South Africa is recognised as a world leader in regulating the field of collision prevention, the human factor has been identified as vital to the effectiveness of implementing solutions, says Booyco Electronics CEO Anton Lourens. Speaking at a recent panel discussion moderated by the... →

Precise detection with photoelectric sensors

15th February 2024 The OMH sensor from ifm detects tiny objects in standard mode with an accuracy in the micrometre range. Its high resolution and high-precision allows for precise arrangements and positioning of delicate components, such as those used in battery cell production. In fast conveyor belt applications,... →

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ifm photoelectric sensors

Proximity detection system technology continues to advance

3rd August 2023 Proximity detection systems (PDS) have become central to helping mines improve safety and are also being employed to optimise productivity and efficiency. Booyco Electronics says that PDS data related to the movements of mobile trackless machinery and personnel is being used for virtual models... →

Image of the Booyco CXS solution
The Booyco CXS solution

Using sensor technology to improve health and safety

11th March 2023 Proximity detection systems (PDS) can give a range of insights that can be used to create safer workplaces. These include gathering and analysing site-specific data that allows for the planning of safe and efficient traffic flows. According to PDS developer Booyco Electronics CEO Anton Lourens,... →

Image of an underground mine to show Booyco Electronics’ proximity detection systems being used in a mine
Booyco Electronics’ proximity detection systems used in a mine

Safety-critical berm monitoring system first in SA

29th January 2021 Safety berms are critical for the safe movement of heavy machinery in openpit operations and ongoing monitoring of berms to ensure berm integrity is crucial. Traditionally berm monitoring is conducted by means of manual vision inspections, which can be time-consuming and imprecise.  ­­SICK... →

SICK Automation’s truck-mounted berm monitoring system
SICK Automation’s truck-mounted berm monitoring system

Strata Worldwide

By: Creamer Media Reporter      16th November 2020 HazardAvert (R) is an electromagnetic, near-field proximity detection (PDS) and collision avoidance system with both alerting (Level 7) and equipment interlocking (Level 9) safety functions for the prevention of accidents.  →

Strata Worldwide

Level-9-ready PDS system installed in platinum mine

28th May 2020 The mining industry is striving to meet Level 9 proximity detection systems (PDS) compliance, in order to enhance safety levels. At this level, electronic systems are required to take mechanical control of trackless mining machinery (TMM) and automatically slow it down or bring these to a stop... →

Exsence cap lamps provided by Booyco Electronics
Exsence cap lamps provided by Booyco Electronics

Booyco Electronics

15th November 2019 Booyco Electronics offers industry a turnkey, fully integrated underground and surface safety solution for machinery and personnel. The Booyco Proximity Detection System (PDS) represents the latest generation of this technology for effective and reliable communication. And it is fully compliant... →

Capacitance probes allow interference-free operation

3rd September 2019 Capacitance probes detect the presence or absence of material in contact with the probe by sensing very small changes (as low as 0.5 pF) in capacitance caused by the difference in the dielectric constant of the material versus the air. Capacitance probes are point level indicators, used mainly... →

Network camera for harsh environments

13th August 2019 A network camera designed to meet the demand for more heavy-duty pan–tilt–zoom (PTZ) cameras with built-in infrared (IR) illumination, has been launched in South Africa. The model comes with a half-inch sensor and promises superior image quality with fast pan, tilt and zoom functionality. →

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