ACTOM opens new Customer Experience Centre to bring innovation closer to clients

ACTOM is prioritising its customers with the launch of a new Customer Experience Centre at the...

ACTOM’s Active Participation in Key Conferences: A Review of Recent Engagements

ACTOM, a leading figure in the engineering and manufacturing sectors, has consistently...

ACTOM Engineering Projects and Contract Supports Women in Rail

In honour of Women’s Month in August, ACTOM Engineering Projects and Contracts (EPC) actively...

ACTOM’s Women’s Empowerment Programme drives economic growth

As South Africa celebrated Women’s Month in August 2025, ACTOM emphasised the vital importance of...

Celebrating Success: ACTOM Management and Leadership Academy Graduation Ceremony

Front from left: Peet Pelser, Candice Matthew, Patience Sibisi, Nicolette Cronjé, Donne Schwartz,...

ACTOM is proud to announce the appointment of its first female Divisional CEO

Sy Gourrah has been appointed as the first female Divisional CEO of Electrical Equipment at ACTOM,...

Nicholas Msibi Divisional CEO, ACTOM Engineering, Projects and Contracts (EPC)

History Made: ACTOM Training Centre Achieves Accreditation as a Trade Test Centre

A proud new chapter begins in the history of ACTOM Training Centre as it officially becomes an...

John Thompson and BECS partner to deliver profitable biomass energy solutions

John Thompson, a division of ACTOM (Pty) Ltd and South Africa’s leading provider of industrial energy solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Berkeley Energy Corporate Solutions (BECS), a specialist in developing and supplying biomass energy projects. Together, these businesses aim to accelerate the deployment of reliable, renewable steam solutions for industrial customers in South...

JT HVAC Upgrades HVAC System at Tutuka Power Station

In the quest for enhanced operational efficiency and reliability, the Tutuka Power Station in Mpumalanga embarked on a comprehensive upgrade and refurbishment of its Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems. This initiative aims to improve HVAC availability, compliance, lifecycle value, and seamless integration into a Dedicated new Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition...

ACTOM Industry Achieves Significant Milestone

ACTOM Industry’s Mine Winder Hoist team has attained SIL 3 certification from TÜV SÜD Germany for the newly developed Mk6.0 Electronic Speed and Distance Protection (ESDP) system—setting a new standard in hoist safety and reliability. As the ACTOM Group’s mine winder hoist specialist, ACTOM Industry has consistently delivered turnkey drive, control, and switchgear solutions for complex industrial applications across mining, metals, paper, and processing sectors. For nearly twenty years, their previous-generation ESDP systems have operated safely and reliably, even without formal SIL...

Men’s and Women’s Day Initiatives at ACTOM Power Transformers

ACTOM Power Transformers (APT) is committed to raising awareness and providing support for issues affecting its community. Recently, APT launched initiatives for both Men’s Day and Women’s Day, focusing on important themes such as wellness and social responsibility. Men’s Day Women's Day event. Furthermore, the event included resources and actionable steps for those seeking help. This meant providing information on local support groups, counselling services, and treatment programs tailored to men. By acknowledging the stigma that often surrounds discussions about addiction, the initiative...

LHM Completes Major Fan Installation Project, Reinforcing Leadership in Mining Ventilation

LH Marthinusen (LHM), a division of ACTOM (Pty) Ltd., has successfully finished a significant fan installation project for a major mine in the Phalaborwa region, further establishing its position as a leading provider of electro-mechanical solutions for the mining industry. This project involved the design, manufacturing, and installation of four overhung centrifugal fans, making it one of the largest installations of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. Project Specifications and Impact - Size and Scale A 3MW 11kV ACTOM motor powers each of the four 4-metre-diameter centrifugal fans,...

Marthinusen & Coutts Revitalises and overhauls 15kV Natural Gas Power Alternators

Marthinusen & Coutts (M&C) - a division of ACTOM - is a leading entity in the engineering and manufacturing sector, specialising in high-quality services that offer solutions across diverse industries, including power generation, mining, petrochemicals, and manufacturing. With a strong focus on...

Stator Winding installation of 2 x Massive Gearless Mill Drive (GMD) Motors in Northern Zambia

Marthinusen & Coutts (M&C) successfully installed the stator winding for 2 GMD motors in Northern Zambia. The installation was completed in record time. A SAG Mill Stator sitting in the maintenance position, which forms part of the largest electrical motors in Africa. Led by Richard Botton , M&C...

Revitalising a huge 15MW Wound Rotor Induction Motor for a Platinum Mine Project

This challenging Platinum Mine 15MW stator and rotor rewind project represents a significant achievement in motor refurbishment and showcases meticulous attention to detail and adherence to industry standards. Awarded to Marthinusen & Coutts (M&C) in late November 2024, this project involved a...

Metalplus Acquired Innovative Robotic Laser Welding Unit

The Metalplus Division is a leading provider of engineered repair technologies for critical rotating machinery and its essential components for assets up to 200MW, recognised for its commitment to innovation and quality. As a division of ACTOM, the well-established South African engineering firm, Metalplus specialises in advanced repair solutions, providing high-quality products and services across power generation, petrochemical, mining, rail transportation, and paper. In a move to improve its in-house product portfolio and production efficiency, Metalplus has acquired a new Robotic Laser...

ACTOM Smart Technologies shapes Africa’s Digital Future

Africa’s digital economy is rapidly growing, fueled by digital transformation across the continent. Increased investments in cloud services, e-commerce, and digital financial operations are driving a surge in data centre development, with countries like South Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya leading the way. However, a key challenge remains: sustainable and reliable power systems must form the backbone of Africa’s digital expansion to ensure long-term success. Overcoming the Reliability Barrier Sy Gourrah , Divisional CEO at ACTOM Electrical Equipment, states, “Many regions in Africa still...