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In a world fraught with global macroeconomic challenges, high levels of public debt, political polarisation, and significant geopolitical shifts, we must strategically navigate these complexities and adapt swiftly to changing global dynamics. The South African economy remains under pressure and...

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Under the control of Transnet, South Africa has the most extensive rail network and infrastructure on the African continent, with 22,000 kilometres of rail track, 585 train stations, a fleet of 4,735 coaches and an overall staff complement of just over 18,000. Transnet, with a rich history dating back to the late 19th century, is vital in connecting cities, towns, and rural areas, facilitating...

Corporate

2024 marked a successful year for ACTOM in showcasing its products and services to the industry. They showcased their products and services at...

The plans for more extensive facilities began three years ago when I started working at the Training Centre. Believing in ourselves as a team was...

Mphumuzi Khoza (28), an Electrical Engineer at ACTOM High Voltage Equipment (HVE), participated in the CIGRE call for papers. In this call, several...

The ACTOM Knights site’s five divisions, MV Switchgear, High Voltage Equipment, Distribution Transformers, Protection & Control and Current...

South Africa is currently facing several significant challenges, such as unreliable water and electricity supply and ageing transportation...

Power

Introduction Co-generation plants are designed to deliver both electricity and useful heat, making them highly efficient systems. However, the performance of such plants can degrade over time due to equipment wear, changes in operational conditions, or inefficiencies in maintenance practices. In this context, regular visual inspections and operational audits are essential for identifying potential areas of improvement. Quantifying the recommendations that stem from these audits using...

ACTOM High Voltage Equipment

ACTOM High Voltage Equipment (HVE) is currently manufacturing 400kV and 132kV High Voltage Primary equipment for the Ummbila Emoyeni wind farm project, located between Bethal and Morgenzon in Mpumalanga. Once completed, the Ummbila Emoyeni 900MW hybrid renewable energy facility will be the largest facility in South Africa. Work is currently underway on phase 1 of the project, which will see 155MW commissioned by late 2025 or early 2026.

MV Switchgear

ACTOM MV Switchgear successfully tested internal arc safety on their outdoor enclosure designed for the 36kV RMV ring main unit (RMU). The testing was done in June 2024 on the most common 3-way “LCL” non-extensible...

Occasionally, customers approach ACTOM MV Switchgear for unique solutions required for specific applications. One such case was a request for a three-panel primary switchboard housed in an outdoor enclosure. Simon Mokgolo...

Distribution Transformers

ACTOM Distribution Transformers (ADT) has expanded its product range to include transformers rated from 5MVA to 10MVA (Class 1), with voltages up to and including 66kV. These small power transformers are offered with off-load and on-load tap changers. Sibusiso Ngobese, ADT Wireman preparing the active part of the transformer. ADT’s test facility is also equipped for in-house testing. In addition to full routine testing, it offers temperature rise, Lightning Impulse, Partial Discharge, Sweep Frequency Response Analysis, and sound level measurement. ADT’s in-house designs comply with...

Reid & Mitchell

Reid & Mitchell’s (R&M) Traction history goes back many years. The business was formerly owned by General Electric (GE) and supported GE products in SA. Around 50% of the older Transnet Diesel-Electric (DE) locomotives were made by GE, with the balance from Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), all fitted with direct-current (DC) traction technology. R&M had a licence agreement with GE for...

Marthinusen & Coutts

Marthinusen & Coutts (M&C), a division of ACTOM (Pty) Ltd, is BEE accredited and offers full on- and off-site electromechanical services and repairs of power generation equipment, medium and low voltage AC and DC motors, transformers, and coil manufacture, as well as the full range of engineering, testing, diagnostics, balancing, and maintenance services. July 2024 saw M&C...

ACTOM Turbo Machines

ACTOM Turbo Machines (ATM) participated in the annual Vaal Mall Marathon on 26 October at the Vaal Mall in Vanderbijlpark. 2024 marks the 6th year of ATM’s marathon, but with this year becoming the event’s exclusive sponsor, it was renamed the 2024 ACTOM Turbo Marathon. The ACTOM Turbo Marathon sported 1100 entries, the biggest turnout since it started 6 years ago. Mike Shaw, Divisional CEO of Reid & Mitchell, who entered the 21km race, said: “This event was very well organised, and I want to thank ACTOM Turbo Machines and the other ACTOM divisions for participating in this event...

Metalplus

Metalplus specialises in welding repairs to large rotating equipment and diesel engine crankshafts. They are the pioneers of submerged arc welding in South Africa and have been executing this highly controlled welding process since 1973. They have successfully welded more than 25,000 shafts for all major industries and are continuously expanding their welding technologies and product range to execute the most diverse welding repairs.

Our People

In August 2024, ACTOM High Voltage Equipment (HVE), in collaboration with ACTOM Distribution Transformers (ADT), hosted 120 7th-grade learners from Kgatlamping Primary School in Tembisa at its Knights factory in Germiston to enhance their STEM...

Mazwi Gordon Dubase has been appointed Manufacturing Manager of ACTOM Distribution Transformers effective June 15, 2024....

South African Heritage Day, observed on September 24th, is a joyous acknowledgement and celebration of our nation’s diverse cultural heritage. This special day allows South Africans to reflect on and honour the rich cultural traditions that form...

On October 3rd, 2024, the buzz of innovation and camaraderie filled the air as ACTOM Electrical Products Pretoria Branch hosted its much-anticipated annual open day. With over 220 guests—including consulting engineers, electrical contractors, and...

July 2024 saw LH Marthinusen (LHM) come to the party in their efforts to support the global celebration of Mandela Day. The Nelson Mandela International Day is an annual international day in honour of Nelson Mandela, celebrated each year on 18...

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