ACTOM’s integrated electrical solutions reduce project risk and accelerate delivery

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September 2026 Electrical Power & Protection

Mawethu Ngubo

ACTOM, South Africa’s largest manufacturer, repairer and distributor of electromechanical equipment, has reaffirmed its position as the country’s leading provider of integrated electrical infrastructure solutions. With capabilities spanning the full power value chain, from generation to transmission and distribution, the company is increasingly being selected by utilities, municipalities and private developers seeking locally manufactured, reliable and fully engineered systems.

ACTOM’s integrated model has recently been demonstrated through multiple orders secured across its ACTOM Power Transformers, ACTOM Distribution Transformers, ACTOM MV Switchgear, and ACTOM High Voltage Equipment divisions for the Naos-1 project, a 435 MWp hybrid solar and battery facility under construction in the Free State.

Understanding local realities

“We do not simply supply components. We engineer full systems that are designed, manufactured, tested and supported in South Africa,” says Mawethu Ngubo, transmission and distribution business development specialist at ACTOM. “Because we understand the realities of the local grid, we can ensure compatibility across the entire chain, from high-voltage equipment to power transformers, medium-voltage switchgear and distribution transformers.”

Ngubo adds that ACTOM’s integrated approach directly addresses one of the biggest risks in power infrastructure projects: interface management. “When you buy components from multiple suppliers, your weakest interface becomes your single point of failure. With ACTOM, customers deal with one partner, one engineering philosophy and one set of warranties. This reduces technical risk, improves reliability and shortens delivery timelines.”

Phillip Dukashe

Delivering flexibility, speed and certainty

“Customers want flexibility, speed and certainty. They also want digitally enabled solutions that allow remote monitoring, predictive maintenance and seamless integration with multiple technologies. Because we manufacture locally and support assets throughout their life cycle, we can respond quickly and provide long-term reliability,” says Phillip Dukashe, group operations executive at ACTOM.

Ngubo points to the Naos-1 orders as an example of the single-supplier advantage. “One project, one customer, four ACTOM divisions. This reflects the trust placed in our ability to deliver the full electrical heart of a project. It means coordinated engineering, aligned manufacturing schedules, streamlined commissioning and faster delivery. The customer benefits from efficiency, accountability and proven system performance.”

Dukashe agrees. “We align our manufacturing and engineering so that projects are not delayed. Commissioning becomes easier, and if anything goes wrong, ACTOM steps in immediately. There is no finger pointing. It is one ACTOM, one system, one accountable partner.”

Expecting demand to grow

Both executives expect demand for integrated electrical infrastructure to grow as South Africa accelerates grid expansion, modernises municipal networks and deploys new renewable energy and battery storage projects.

“Integrated design is essential for the energy transition. If we get the engineering right up front, we give the country decades of reliability, not quick fixes,” says Ngubo.

“South Africa needs jobs, skills and industrial capability. Local manufacturing is becoming a priority for government and customers alike. ACTOM is ready to meet that demand with proven technology, local expertise and full life-cycle support,” says Dukashe.

With its comprehensive offering and deep local capability, ACTOM is positioned to remain a critical partner in strengthening South Africa’s power infrastructure.

For more information contact ACTOM, +27 10 136 0216, mamiki.matlawa@actom.co.za, www.actom.co.za

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