Jonathan Shapiro, the current Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of LESCO Manufacturing, proudly continues the legacy of his family’s business, which began with his grandfather, Natie Shapiro, founding Switch King in 1958. Taking over from David Shapiro, his father Jonathan emphasises LESCO’s commitment to inclusivity and top-quality manufacturing. “We have established ourselves as leaders in the industry, focusing on inclusivity and excellence,” he says. “As we celebrate our 25th year in business, we reaffirm our dedication to these principles,” says the CEO proudly.
Elsewhere in the issue, we look at Motor Controls, Cables & Cable Accessories, and Lighting
Considerations for selecting motors & drives
Selecting the correct motors and drives might not always be in the spotlight, but it is a crucial decision for maximising efficient and reliability in operations across various industries. One often underestimated aspect of this selection process is the total cost of ownership, says WEG Africa.
Solar & Storage Live 2024: A success story
Held towards the end of March 2024, the Solar & Storage Live South Africa expo took place at Gallagher Estate & Convention Centre in Midrand, Johannesburg. With over 500 exhibitors both local and international, 200 guest speakers, and 20 000 attendees, the expo has been hailed as a success as new products and technologies were on display for distributors and guests.
ABB leads zero-waste drive with key product range
Global electrical manufacturer ABB continues its support of a waste-free future, now with the added benefit of using ABB products. “Together with our customers and partners, we are innovating to design and manufacture circular and more sustainable solutions,” says ABB. “Our new EcoSolutions label ensures full transparency on environmental impacts, empowering smarter choices for a greener tomorrow.”
CCG products help secure safe space launches
Local cable manufacturing company CCG Cable Terminations has been working on projects that are literally out of this world. “Following the recent success in supplying cable glands for installation on NASA’s Artemis launch platform, our cable glands have been specified for installation on Europe’s first vertical launch space port,” says the company.
BEKA Schréder leads the way with Pretoria East boulevard installation
Luminaire manufacturer BEKA Schréder was chosen as the lighting supplier on the newly constructed Hazeldean Boulevard in Pretoria East, Gauteng. The road links Mamelodi and Silver Lakes, and its construction is intended to relieve traffic pressure on Silverlakes Road which has been under strain for the past few years.
Keep your solar-powered lights on this year by choosing the proper panels
There is no space for complacency when it comes to solar photovoltaic panels. While they may all look alike, there is something very important you need to know before buying and installing your PV system, says lighting specialist Radiant. “Monocrystalline silicone panels are the new standard, and it is something you can easily overlook.”
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