Electricity and Control November 2025

Control systems + automation: Products + services

Datacentrix says industrial businesses need to invest in the digital infrastructure that enables transformation, emphasising that system, process and people integration should be prioritised.

In closing, Singh said: “Datacentrix goes beyond the delivery of technology. We aim to co-create value – together with our clients and technology partners – to empower industry by enabling the integration, automation and visibility needed to facilitate data-driven decisions and strategic outcomes. “For industrial businesses, the path forward, as we see it, is clear: embrace industrial digitalisation strategically, fortify operations with resilience, security and compliance, and harness partnerships to unlock sustainable growth and competitiveness.” The Datacentrix Industrial Indaba 2025 was made possible by a number of participating Gold sponsors including: Cisco, Cyolo, Dell Technologies, Fortinet with Maxtec, So§ware Defined Automation, and Tenable with Obscure Technologies; as well as the indaba’s Display sponsors: Connect Mobile, HikVision with Pinnacle, Q-KON, Radwin with SkyArc Satellite, Tarsus Distribution, TxOne Networks, and Zebra Technologies. requirements, such as appropriate materials and di¤erent ven dor components. - Look for a contractor that demonstrates commitment to safety and compliance, their experience with those requirements is crucial. - Expect transparency, reliable communication, and excellent project management, including early involvement from key managers to understand timelines and choreograph the timely deployments of their teams. Nonetheless, no matter how experienced they are, the best EC&I construction company holds a key attribute: “They always treat every job like it is their first and last,” says Beyl. “The best contractors know that they are only as good as their last job. No matter how big and experienced they are, the best EC&I teams treat their current project as their most important project, and they pay attention to keep things moving, and to close that last mile, supplying the power to where it is needed on site, safely.”

Continued from page 13 and instil business resilience. We use technology to gain foresight – and we move beyond ensuring survival to achieve a competitive advantage and secure growth.” Integrated visibility Adding to these insights, Andre Froneman, OT Solutions Specialist at Datacentrix, highlighted the role of integrated visibility in driving sustainability. He emphasised electrical metering for precise tracking of energy usage and demand peaks; visual and thermal process inspections for real-time defect detection and predictions of potential equipment failure; and ESG reporting which enables organisations to attribute emissions to specific processes and achieve audit ready optimisation and compliance with regulations such as the South African Revenue Service’s (SARS) Carbon Tax Act and global Carbon Disclosure programmes. the civil and mechanical contractors. But if you start slow, it’s hard to pick up the pace. E¤ective EC&I construction is about timing and collaboration.” Selecting EC&I contractors Beyl o¤ers some pointers for selecting the right EC&I contractor for a project. He suggests that procurement or project managers should judge an EC&I contractor by their reputation. An established and widely regarded EC&I company will meet the following criteria. - Look for a proven track record, work done on similar projects and in relevant industries, plus strong client testimonials and repeat business. - Ask for certifications as well as industry-specific ac creditations, and ensure that the technical sta¤ are skilled, qualified, and responsible. - Pay attention to the EC&I construction contractor that asks questions to grasp any specific project and site

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