It would be nice to think that once a design has been agreed upon, it is just a case of building the control panel in line with the drawings and delivering it to the site. Unfortunately, when a typical control panel can contain over 700 individual components and upwards of...
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Network cabinets; Perfect for better network infrastructure
A network cabinet is a secure and organized enclosure that houses networking equipment and facilitates efficient management of network infrastructure. A network cabinet, also known as a network rack or server cabinet, plays a crucial role in organizing and managing the network infrastructure of modern businesses. It provides a secure...
Let the Kenyan Varsities revamp how they teach engineering
By Dr. Eng. Victor M Mwongera The Engineering profession has always been something to aspire to; a course that takes only the crème de la crème of students. Only the highest-performing students in Kenya get a chance to train for five years to graduate as engineers. In this training, there...
Advantages of powder coating over wet spray alternatives
Surface finishing of metal components is an essential process to prevent rusting, ensure the durability of parts, and be a decorative feature. Both wet praying and powder coating are options for achieving this finish, but the two processes have unique differences. Although their chemical composition is almost the same, wet...
Contributions of laser technology to society
Since its inception laser technology has been a significant contribution to the manufacturing industry. Without lasers, automation – a technology by which a process is performed with minimal human assistance – wouldn’t be possible. With automation, industries benefit from cost reduction and company productivity is increased. What is a laser?...
Factors to consider when designing electronic enclosures
Various factors should be considered when designing electronic enclosures I.e.; Product Requirements Product requirements refer to the features, functions, and behavioural patterns that a product (in this case electronic product) should have. This information is usually contained in the special document known as the product requirement document (PRD) and is...
How laser cut signage could help your business grow
If you want your business to flourish, then maybe it is high time you think about introducing some high-quality laser-cut signage to your business. Signage is one of the most important ways of conveying your message to your customers. The name of your business, its promotions, pricing and product information...
STEM careers: new opportunities for young people and employers
Kenya has been experiencing a major resurgence in manufacturing, and this growing sector is offering young people a wealth of career opportunities. If you are a young person looking for a career that is interesting, challenging and exciting, then it’s worth looking at STEM careers. However, it is not just...
Cybersecurity-Urgent concern in manufacturing sector
Currently, manufacturing is undoubtedly the engine of any economy, but what happens if this vital industry comes under attack from new and previously unrecognised sources? Kenyan manufacturing is currently enjoying a resurgence, with sustained growth which has maintained its significant contribution to the country’s economy. The rapid integration of technology...
High masts, Kenya’s informal settlements’ game changer
Try to figure out a scenario where you are routinely forced to be indoors before nightfall because your neighbourhood isn’t lit and there is no socio-economic activity taking place outside. This can be quite frustrating, isn’t it? Unfortunately, thousands of households in informal settlements across Kenya have had to endure...