CSIR MANUFACTURING CLUSTER
Focus on digital projects, your partner in your digital transformation journey
LIFE VENTILATOR PROJECT
The CSIR conducted a turnkey project which entailed a massive rollout of ventilators to assist the country during the Covid-19 Pandemic
INTRODUCTION TO THE 4IR IN SOUTH AFRICA ONLINE COURSE
This is an introduction to the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in South Africa. It aims to demystify many of the 4IR technologies and concepts, particularly when applied to the manufacturing sector, but covers other sectors as well.
DIGITAL LOCKERS
The Collect&go lockers are used to safely store pre-dispensed medicine parcels and to facilitate parcel collection by patients
ROAD ANALYSIS
The main aim of this project currently is to build a system that at its core employs a YOLO computer vision model for the detection of object of interest which is pothole detection and thereof geo locating it within a finite spatial space.
SUPPORTING SMMEs
The CSIR has partnered with organisations such as Siemens to offer SMME's access to software licenses to enable SMME's to model and manage their systems
CSIR MANUFACTURING CLUSTER
The CSIR Manufacturing cluster is looking to work with organisations, both in the private and public sector to improve their digital transformation journey. This journey begins with conducting the 4IR digital maturity assessment, to understand the current position of the organisation and serve as a foundation for the Digital Transformation journey.
As part of driving CSIR's moto of 'Touching lives through innovation' we partner with all types and sizes of enterprises. We assit large organisations to implement their digital strategies and SMME's to achieve their full potential.
Smart Factory Overview
Smart manufacturing involves the application of additive manufacturing, IIOT, Blockchain, Robotics, IAI, Etc. to optimise manufacturing processes. (Include articles and case studies)
Introduction to the 4IR in South Africa Online Course
This is an introduction to the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in South Africa. It aims to demystify many of the 4IR technologies and concepts, particularly when applied to the manufacturing sector, but covers other sectors as well.
Our Offerings
Products
- Learning Factory
- Smart Factory
- Robotics
Consulting
- Digital Maturity Assessment
- Product Lifecycle Mangement
- Etc.
4IR Technologies
Internet Of Things
The Internet of Things describes physical objects, that are embedded with sensors, processing ability, software, and other technologies, and that connect and exchange data with other devices and systems over the Internet or other communications networks.
Blockchain in Manufacturing
In addition to helping customers track and trace inbound parts along a supply chain, blockchain creates immutable documentation of quality checks and production process data. The database uniquely tags each product and automatically inscribes every transaction, modification or quality check on the blockchain.
Big Data and Artificial Intelligence
In addition to helping customers track and trace inbound parts along a supply chain, blockchain creates immutable documentation of quality checks and production process data. The database uniquely tags each product and automatically inscribes every transaction, modification or quality check on the blockchain.
Additive Manufacturing
In addition to helping customers track and trace inbound parts along a supply chain, blockchain creates immutable documentation of quality checks and production process data. The database uniquely tags each product and automatically inscribes every transaction, modification or quality check on the blockchain.
Product Lifecycle Management
In addition to helping customers track and trace inbound parts along a supply chain, blockchain creates immutable documentation of quality checks and production process data. The database uniquely tags each product and automatically inscribes every transaction, modification or quality check on the blockchain.
Digital Twins
In addition to helping customers track and trace inbound parts along a supply chain, blockchain creates immutable documentation of quality checks and production process data. The database uniquely tags each product and automatically inscribes every transaction, modification or quality check on the blockchain.
WHY US?
The CSIR Manufacturing cluster has massive skills set in the Digital Transformation space spanning over strategic and operational areas. Over the years, the group has partnered with organisations of all sizes to develop products towards technological advancements. The cluster has supported organisations through offering consulting services by conducting digital maturity assessments and developing technological roadmaps and it has also developed cutting edge products for the Manufacturing industry. Through this work the CSIR Manufacturing cluster has established a huge network across the South African environment that puts it in a unique position to leverage these networks. The team consists of highly skilled individuals in the different areas of Digital Technologies namely: Addictive Manufacturing, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Software development, Robotics and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM). Thus, we look forward to hearing from you and discussing opportunities of collaboration and partnerships.