The art of new and renovated concrete
‘ Smarter’ with new HMI solution
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The art of new and renovated concrete
Decorative concrete solutions can raise the aesthetic value of both new projects and renovations, and CHRYSO Southern Africa is able to provide leading-edge expertise and products to customers in the region. For new concrete, CHRYSO’ s solutions vary from stamped concrete and sanded-effect concrete, to exposed aggregate concrete and luminescent concrete— to name just a few. The CHRYSO ® DuraPrint process creates unique horizontal surfaces of stamped concrete in applications like pavements and playgrounds, resembling natural materials like stone, wood, or paving stones. For walls, whether interior or exterior, CHRYSO ® Vertic’ Art technology allows decorative effects to be created with use of reliefs, textures, and colours on fresh concrete. A non-slip sanded effect is also on offer for new concrete; CHRYSO ® GraniStab ® makes a concrete slab look like a continuous granite surface, while CHRYSO ® ColorStab ® gives a stabilised sanded effect that is good for heavy footfall. For both aesthetic and safety value, luminescent concrete contains particles that glow brightly in the dark— making CHRYSO ® Lumin P and P + the perfect solution for pathways, pool sides, and patios. The range of products for new concrete developments also includes shaped, pervious, and coloured concrete solutions. The products are also ideal for renovating old concrete surfaces, with effects and screeds to rejuvenate the look and durability of worn or damaged concrete. A popular choice for contemporary interiors is the high-quality mineral
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CHRYSO ® Color provides a mineral rendering that is rich in colours and resistant to UV rays. effect provided by the millimetric Béton Ciré range, suitable for hotels, restaurants, homes, and other environments; it can be applied on floors, walls, furniture, and worktops in a wide range of colours. There is also the Microscreed process, a thinner alternative to stamped concrete, on offer with CHRYSO ® RenoPrint— creating the appearance of natural materials but measuring only 6 – 10mm thick. An even thinner coating of just 2mm is available with CHRYSO ® Texture Top ®— suitable for esplanades, pavements, terraces, and paths; the textured surface over old concrete is anti-slip and provides excellent mechanical resistance. The products for concrete renovations include a quickdrying resin finish for outdoor( CHRYSO ® ResiCoat), patinas for restoring colour( CHRYSO ® ColorTop Patinas), and ink dyes for dense and polished concretes.
‘ Smarter’ with new HMI solution
The usability of an industrial HMI( human machine interface, also referred to as a user interface or terminal) system is determined by its processing power, its fast response time to user input, and its flexibility to enable industrial machine operators to interact with a machine in a graphical, visual way. The fastest, easiest way to tap into real-time information is via mobile, wireless service devices. With quick access to data, today’ s key to efficiency, Schneider Electric South Africa’ s latest innovation— the Magelis GTU range of HMI solutions— will be appreciated by users as the application with a multi-touch screen, which can be as easy and comfortable to use as a smartphone or tablet. Schneider Electric has targeted the product at the food and beverage, mining, mineral, and wastewater industries. Magelis GTU has been optimised for the latest HMI configuration software from Schneider Electric, featuring intuitive navigation and numerous connectivity options such as remote access. The smartphone-like HMI integrates with system architecture due to its embedded interfaces: dual Ethernet
Schneider Electric gigabit port for network connectivity; dual serial and one optional fieldbus interface for easy communication with industrial devices. The fieldbus is used in process and building automation, as well
Magelis GTU has been optimised as in automotive for the latest HMI configuration software from Schneider Electric. engineering, among other uses. The device
minimises wiring with up to four USB ports for connecting peripherals, making it a cost-effective solution. To make data easily accessible at all times, the screen display size and type can be changed or replaced without any special tools while employing removable memory units in order to protect all system and user data. The application automatically resizes to fit the new display, and through a front USB port with protection, HMI data can be accessed and copied conveniently at any moment.
42- CEC July 2018