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‘ELECTRICAL CLUSTER’ GIVES MORE POWER TO CUSTOMERS

One such new partnership is Conta-Clip, a German company which manufactures terminals and solutions for panel builders. “We believe we have a bigger solu- tion than anyone else at the moment in this sector, es- pecially with the KDSClick system,” says Jenkins. The new KDSClick IP66 cable entry system from Conta- Clip allows for quickly feeding open-ended cables or pre-assembled cables into enclosures or through cabinet walls. With sealing elements that fit tightly, the system ensures DIN EN 62444 compliant strain relief for the cables. Conta-Clip’s products are divided into six categories: Conta-Connect for terminal blocks and accessories, Conta-Cable for cable management

want the customer to see the full range of our prod- ucts. In fact, some of our products today have been redesigned from customer feedback at the shows, so we take what the customer says to heart.” The company is constantly looking to diversify into different products and extend its basket, but is careful of what products it pick.s “We have world class prod- ucts and are very particular about the products we bring in – we don’t bring in rubbish. We believe in the brands we supply, and Ian is constantly looking for new products. Previously, he would visit shows all over the world, now he scours the internet, gets samples in to test, and we do our due diligences,” says Jenkins.

“We are still small enough to realise that the cus- tomer is king, not the other way around,” points out Downard, and as such, Downard and Jenkins have maintained their presence out on the road. “We are not the type of guys to sit behind our desks; we are out there with the customers, and they always have a direct line to Ian and myself,” says Jenkins, continuing, “We’re out there, have our fingers on the pulse and un- derstand the market because we are there at the coal face speaking to the customers.” At the time of the in- terview, Downard, Jenkins and their team had recently returned from a customer day in Kimberley. “We put on a proper show when we go out,” says Downard, “We

systems, Conta-Electronics for electrical and elec- tronic switchgear cabinet components, Conta-Label for marking systems, Conta-Box for housings, and Conta-Con for PCB terminal blocks and connectors. “We are excited about this and have also brought out a new panel catalogue which is specifically targeted at panel builders, providing the total range of the products for this industry.” Despite some challenges, including the impact of COVID, rising copper and plastic prices as well as longer lead times on stock arriving from overseas, the future looks bright for Three-D Agencies. “The synergy of the companies here at our new facility can only improve as we work together and learn each other’s businesses, so the opportunities are there,” says Jenkins. “We are very happy in our new space, but I have seen it before where you think the building is big enough, and 18 months down the line you are running out of space. If that happens, then we are do- ing something right.” Hudaco Industries’ electrical cluster at a glance Three-D Agencies: Distributor of electrical cable ac- cessories. Powermite: Distributor of electric cabling, plugs, sockets, electric feeder systems and crane materials. Varispeed: Distributor of controllers, monitors and regulators of the speed of standard ac motors. Hudaco Power Transmissions: Distributor of geared motors, helical gearboxes, frequency inverters and electrical motors.

The Conta-Connect range from Conta-Clip

Stud connection system

Terminals with Push-in connection system

Terminals with screw connections and special terminals

Terminals with tension-spring connection

Enquiries: +27 (0)11 392 3804

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