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Smart Building technologies and energy- efficient motor control systems that optimise building automation, reduce carbon footprints, and lower operational costs. Decades of service: more than a measure of time CGI Controlgear and ABB celebrate this achievement, fully recognising the core attribute that got us here – our relationships.
of withstanding extreme environment operations. Renewable Energy & Power: Providing grid- compliant, scalable equipment for solar, wind, and traditional power distribution infrastructure. Process, Chemical & Water: Supplying precise control gear and automation systems to protect critical pumps, drives, and fluid handling operations. FMCG & Commercial Buildings: Deploying
Through decades of collaboration, technological evolution, and shared challenges, we proudly mark this milestone with the industry we serve. Your projects have shaped our journey. Your challenges have driven our innovation, and your trust has given this partnership its purpose.
From the distribution of electrical and control
components to their integration into sophisticated mini-substations, motor control centres (MCCs), switchboards and control panels, ABB technology is an integral part of CGI Controlgear’s offering.
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POWERING INDUSTRY, DELIVERING RELIABILITY.
CGI Controlgear has lent a hand in moulding South Africa’s electrical, control and instrumentation landscape for 40 years. What began as a modest idea to establish a local ecosystem connecting consumers with world-class products has evolved into a full-on turnkey service offering. At the heart of this journey has been a long-standing partnership with ABB, a relationship built on shared technical ambition, mutual trust, and an unyielding commitment to client success. From the distribution of electrical and control components to their integration into sophisticated mini-substations, motor control centres (MCCs), switchboards and control panels, ABB technology is an integral part of CGI Controlgear’s offering. Together, the two organisations have supported projects locally, across the African continent, and beyond, while contributing to the advancement of smarter, more connected power, control, and automation environments. Don’t just power industry. Advance it. ABB delivers an industry-leading global portfolio of cutting-edge low and medium- voltage technologies designed to address increasingly complex electrical, control and industrial requirements. As a leading global technology company, ABB energises the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive and sustainable future. ABB in Africa provides solutions to improve the efficiency, productivity and quality of customers’ operations while enabling them to reduce their environmental impact. Product lines reach full potential only when paired with the right partner. ABB, through CGI Controlgear’s integrated supply chain, deep technical leadership, and tailored commercial offerings, equips project managers and engineers with the confidence to specify ABB solutions. This cross-functional and intercompany harmony ensures that from initial design to long-term maintenance, clients receive seamless support. Versatile solutions across critical sectors Results-driven partnership: Sector-wide development: Mining, Oil & Gas: Delivering robust and heavy-duty EC&I componentry capable
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Moulded Case Circuit Breaker Series Ratings up to 1600A Frame sizes XT1 to XT7 Up to 25000 operations 3P and 4P Icu up to 100kA @690V AC Thermal magnetic/electronic trip
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