What Actsys Cables & Wireless does

Actsys Cables & Wireless Solutions is a South African privately held distributor of data-network infrastructure products, founded in 1991 and headquartered in Midrand, Gauteng. The company positions itself as one of South Africa's largest distributors of products, equipment and solutions for professional data-network installation, supplying professional installers, electricians, telecommunications providers, ISPs, security installers, and end-user businesses (corporates, data centres, healthcare, financial, and hospitality) across the country's major economic centres. Its catalogue spans structured cabling (CommScope Netconnect/Systimax/Krone, Lambda, Acetech, Molex, Legrand, Telegartner), fibre infrastructure, network cabinets and wallboxes, active networking equipment (Aruba, TP-Link, Ruckus, Ubiquity, Planet, Mikrotik, Huawei), security systems (Hikvision, TVT, ZKTeco, Axis Communications, Turnstar, Boomgate Systems), electrical and armoured cables, fire-rated cabling, instrumentation and control cables, routing and trunking, test equipment (Fujikura, Fluke, EXFO), alternative-power and solar solutions (UPS, batteries, generators, Canadian Solar panels, Clearline surge protection), AV equipment, and installation hardware and tools.

The business operates on a hardware-sales revenue model with quote-based pricing, bulk-order discounts, a price-match guarantee, and a self-service online store at actsysonline.co.za. Go-to-market combines a direct sales force, a Centralised Customer Service Centre established in 2018, an e-commerce storefront, a dealer/reseller programme, and physical branch distribution across five major South African centres (Johannesburg, three Cape Town locations, Durban, East London, Gqeberha), supported by large warehouses. The company holds proprietary brands Lambda (acquired 2018) and Acetech, manufactured locally, alongside distributed global principals. The product portfolio is intentionally built as a one-stop toolkit so installers can procure an entire job — cable, cabinet, active gear, power, security, tools — from a single supplier.

Name

Actsys Cables & Wireless

Legal name

Actsys Cables & Wireless

Website

https://actsys.co.za

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Actsys Cables & Wireless Solutions is a South African distributor, founded in 1991, supplying data-network infrastructure products — cabling, fibre, cabinets, active equipment, security, electrical, solar/power — to professional installers, ISPs, telecoms providers, electricians, and end-user businesses across five major South African centres.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Network Infrastructure Distribution

NAICS

Communication and Energy Wire and Cable Manufacturing (33592), Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429), Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing (33421), Noncurrent-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335932)

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Communications Equipment, Nec (3669), Electronic Connectors (3678), Telephone & Telegraph Apparatus (3661)

akta.pro primary industry

Cable Management & Pathways (Racks/Panels/Trays/Conduits/Organizers) (HDAFALAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Power Cables & Conductors (LV/MV cables, flexible cables, bus wire, armored cable) (IMAGAEAC), Cable Management & Support Systems (Trays/Ladders/Strut) (IMADAMAK), Cables & Interconnects (USB/HDMI/DP/Ethernet/Thunderbolt) (HDACAHAJ)

Keywords

• Structured cabling distribution
• Fibre optic cables
• Network infrastructure supply
• Electrical cable distribution
• Security systems distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Gauteng

HQ country

South Africa

HQ region

Africa

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hardware and Cable Product Sales: Revenue generated from the sale of data cables, fibre cables, electrical cables, network equipment, security systems, routing equipment, and all related accessories and installation tools. Products include structured cabling (CAT5e, C6, C6a, C7), network cabinets, active equipment, and alternative power solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Actsys Cables & Wireless Solutions is a South African distributor of physical data network infrastructure products, including structured cabling, fibre optic cables, network cabinets, active networking equipment, security systems, electrical cables, fire-rated cabling, and UPS/power solutions. The company supplies professional installers, electricians, telecommunications providers, ISPs, and security installers via a multi-branch network, direct sales force, and online store. The portfolio is sourced from international manufacturers and supplemented by the company's own Lambda-branded and Acetech-manufactured products.

Product overview

Actsys Cables & Wireless Solutions is a South African distributor offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and solutions for professional data network installation. Founded in 1991, the company operates as a one-stop supplier featuring a broad product portfolio spanning multiple categories: structured cabling solutions (CommScope Netconnect/Systimax/Krone, Lambda, Acetech, Molex, Legrand, Telegartner brands) for data and fibre connectivity; network infrastructure (Lambda/Modrac/Acetech cabinets, wallboxes, cable management); security systems (CCTV, access control, turnstiles, boom gates from Hikvision, TVT, ZKTeco, Axis Communications, Turnstar, Boomgate Systems); electrical cables (low/medium/high voltage, armoured, solar); fire cabling; instrumentation and control cables; power solutions (UPS, batteries, surge protection from Clearline); solar solutions (Canadian Solar); active networking equipment (routers, switches from Aruba, TP-Link, Ruckus); and professional installation tools and accessories. The portfolio is organized around core product categories with multiple branded sub-products distributed from leading international and local manufacturers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CommScope Structured Cabling Solutions International network infrastructure brand offering enterprise-grade structured cabling solutions including CAT5e, CAT6, CAT6a, and CAT7 cables, patch panels, keystone jacks, and accessories with 25-year warranty, targeted at professional installers and enterprise IT buyers.
• Structured Cabling Solutions (Multi-Brand) Premium data cable and sophisticated data solutions including FTP, UTP, S/FTP, and S/UTP cables for both WAN and LAN installations, featuring South African-manufactured Lambda, Acetech, Molex, Legrand, and Telegartner brands, for professional installers and ISPs.
• Network Cabinets and Wallboxes Network cabinets (wall boxes 4U-20U, floor-standing 13U-47U, swing frames, IP-rated, custom co-location) for data centres and IT infrastructure, targeted at installers and enterprise IT buyers.
• Fibre Infrastructure Solutions Top-quality fibre infrastructure solutions including ISP and OSP solutions, FTTx, single-mode and multi-mode fibre cables, heavy-duty duct, ADSS, CST, SWA cables, and complete accessories from CommScope, CBI, Lambda, Acetech, and Corning brands, for telecom providers and ISPs.
• Security Solutions Market-leading CCTV equipment, access control devices, turnstiles, and boom gates from Hikvision, TVT, ZKTeco, Axis Communications, Tru Vision, Avigilon, Dahua, Turnstar, and Boomgate Systems brands, for security installers and enterprise end-users.
• Electrical Cables Solutions One of South Africa's largest electrical cable suppliers offering low-voltage (up to 1000V), medium-voltage (1kV-36kV), high-voltage cables, and specialised cables including SWA, armoured, rubber, halogen-free, solar, and aluminium cables, targeted at electricians and electrical contractors.
• Fire Cabling Solutions Fire-resistant and fire-alarm cables including PH30 (30-minute burn rate) and PH120 (120-minute burn rate) in 1mm-4mm core sizes with low-smoke zero-halogen outer sheets, plus passive fire-detection equipment, for safety-conscious installers and commercial facilities.
• Routing Solutions Comprehensive cable management products including PVC and galvanised steel conduits, trunking, cable baskets, wire mesh, light/medium/heavy-duty cable trays, cable ladders, power skirtings, and associated accessories, for professional installation projects.
• Instrumentation and Control Cables Screened instrumentation cables (SWA and APL/dekaron armoured) and control cables (PVC/PVC, TCB, Mylar) for connecting sensitive electronic instruments, machinery, and automation systems, targeted at industrial automation and process control installers.
• Telephone Solutions Complete telephone installation products including indoor and outdoor copper communication cables (2-100 pair), telephone instruments, and installation tools, for telecom installers and business end-users.
• Test Equipment Professional installation test equipment from Fujikura, Fluke, Major Tech, EXFO, and Sumitomo Electric including splicing machines, fusion splicers, OTDR testers, LAN cable testers, ethernet testers, multimeters, and compliance test kits, for professional installers and telecom technicians.
• Alternative Power Solutions (UPS and Batteries) Uninterrupted power supplies (UPS) from 3KVA upwards, batteries (alkaline, rechargeable, sealed-type, lead-acid, gel-type), and generators for power backup during outages and load shedding, targeted at enterprises and businesses needing reliable power.
• Active Equipment (Network Routers and Switches) Network routers and switches from Aruba, TP-Link, Ruckus, Ubiquity, Planet, Mikrotik, and Huawei brands including managed switches, PoE switches, and industrial switches for data infrastructure installation, for ISPs, installers, and enterprise IT users.
• Audio and Visual Equipment Professional audiovisual installation equipment including HDMI cables, RG6/RG59 cables, TV brackets, adaptors, speaker cables, monitors, LED screens, projectors, and connectors for events, control rooms, and commercial use, for AV installers and commercial integrators.
• Inverter and Solar Solutions Complete solar energy installation products and solutions including Canadian Solar panels, control panels, connectivity solutions, cabling, and accessories for residential and commercial solar installations, targeted at solar installers and property developers.
• Power Surge Protection (Clearline) Clearline brand surge protection devices including ClearPac for servers, DIN rail solutions, server switches, multi-plug surge protectors, Combotectors for printers, POE surge arrestors for CCTV cameras, and RS485 protection for access control, for installer and enterprise IT use.
• Armoured Cable (SWA, Dekabon) Steel-wire armoured (SWA) and dekabon (APL) cables for specialised power transmission with core sizes from 1.5mm to 240mm and voltage capacity from 300V to 1000V, compliant with SANS and SABS standards, for electrical and industrial installers.
• Control Cable Multicore copper control cables for automation and control of limit switches including un-screened PVC, tinned-copper braided (TCB), and screened variants with sizes from 1.5mm to 240mm for industrial machinery, for industrial automation buyers.
• Mylar Cable Tinfoil aluminium (mylar) screened instrumentation cable with tinned copper or bare copper cores in sizes from 0.22mm to 1.5mm, available with dekabon or SWA over-sheathing for harsh industrial environments, for instrumentation and process control buyers.
• Hikvision Security Products Complete Hikvision security portfolio including analogue/turbo cameras, network cameras, thermal cameras, NVRs (4-64 channel), network switches, intercom systems, access control terminals, DeepinView AI cameras, and AX Pro wireless alarm systems, for security installers and enterprise security buyers.
• TVT Security Products TVT security solutions including IP cameras (8MP-1.3MP), DVR systems, NVR products, NVMS9000 embedded software, storage server platforms, decoding matrix platforms, and integrated management platforms (NVMS5000, NVMS1000), for security installers and integrator buyers.
• ZKTeco Security Products Comprehensive ZKTeco security solutions including ZKBioSecurity and ZKBioAccess software platforms, access control panels (C3, InBio, C2 series), biometric terminals, turnstiles, barrier gates, walk-through metal detectors, face recognition cameras, smart locks, and time attendance devices, for security installers and enterprise buyers.
• Axis Communications Security Products Axis Communications security products including fixed dome/box/bullet cameras, PTZ cameras, modular cameras, panoramic cameras, thermal cameras, explosion-protected cameras, access control solutions, card readers, network door controllers, and Axis Camera Station video management software, for enterprise security buyers and installers.
• TP-Link Network Products TP-Link consumer and business networking products including Deco Wi-Fi mesh systems, Wi-Fi routers (including Wi-Fi 6 and gaming routers), modems/gateways, JetStream managed/smart/unmanaged/PoE switches, and SOHO switches, for SMB and consumer buyers.
• Aruba Network Products Aruba enterprise networking solutions including CX series switches (6400, 6300, 6200, 6100, 8400, 8360, 8325, 8320), 5400R/3810/2930M/2930F switches, indoor/outdoor/remote access points (Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 5), gateways, controllers, and ArubaOS network operating system, for enterprise IT buyers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Country-wide infrastructure with branches in 5 major South African centres
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• CommScopeflagshipTechnology or Integration · 1 January 1991Official distributor of CommScope products in South Africa, including Netconnect (formerly Krone) and Systimax structured cabling solutions. CommScope is described as an international, award-winning infrastructure brand with over 40 years of R&D. Products include CAT5e, C6, C6a, C7 cabling with 25-year warranty.
• CBI-ElectriccoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partner for CBI-Electric products, a leading brand in electrical cables and solutions.
• Lambda PowerflagshipTechnology or IntegrationSince acquisition of the Lambda brand, Actsys offers a full Lambda solution for data and fibre products. Lambda products include network cabinets, power solutions, and data cables. Lambda is a proprietary brand.
• TP-LinkcoreTechnology or IntegrationOfficial distributor of TP-Link networking products including routers, switches, and WiFi solutions for home and business use.
• Schneider ElectriccoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partner for Schneider Electric products, a global leader in energy management and automation.
• HikvisioncoreTechnology or IntegrationOfficial distributor of Hikvision security products including surveillance cameras, NVRs, access control systems, intercom systems, and alarm systems.
• LegrandcoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partner for Legrand data cable products and solutions, a global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures.
• PlanetcoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partner for Planet networking equipment including routers, switches, and network solutions.
• RuckuscoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partner for Ruckus wireless access points, network switches, and WiFi management solutions.
• APCcoreTechnology or IntegrationBrand partner for APC UPS and power protection solutions, providing uninterrupted power supply equipment.
• HikvisioncoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution of Hikvision HiLook brand products, a more affordable range within the Hikvision portfolio.
• ZKTecocoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partner for ZKTeco security products including biometrics, access control, time attendance, and video surveillance solutions.
• FujikuracoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partner for Fujikura test equipment including splicing machines, fusion splicers, and cleavers for fibre installation.
• FlukecoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partner for Fluke test equipment including LAN network cable testers, multimeters, and compliance test equipment.
• Canadian SolarcoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partner for Canadian Solar solar panels and solar energy solutions, providing complete solar installation products.
• CorningcoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partner for Corning fibre optic cables and connectivity solutions.
• MolexcoreTechnology or IntegrationProudly South African manufactured data cable products under the Molex brand.
• TelegartnercoreTechnology or IntegrationProudly South African manufactured data cable products under the Telegartner brand.
• Axis CommunicationscoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partner for Axis Communications network cameras, access control solutions, and video management software.
• ArubacoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partner for Aruba network switches, wireless access points, and enterprise networking solutions.
• TVTcoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partner for TVT security products including IP cameras, DVRs, NVRs, and video management software.
• EXFOcoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partner for EXFO fibre optic test equipment including OTDR testers and optical loss testers.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Ingram Micro: Global IT distributor with South African operations covering networking, security, infrastructure and consumer technology. Significantly larger and broader in scope than Actsys, but competes for the same installer and reseller relationships.
• Westcon-Comstor: Global value-added distributor of networking, security and communications technology with a South African presence. Larger incumbent competing for the same brand partnerships and channel partners, but operating globally rather than domestically focused.
• Arrow Electronics: Global technology distributor serving enterprise and industrial customers with networking, security and infrastructure solutions. Operates with substantially broader scale and reach, but overlaps with Actsys in communications and cabling distribution.

Regional players

• Helukabel: German-headquartered cable and wiring specialist with global subsidiaries including a South African presence. Comparable as a cable-focused distributor serving installers and industrial customers, though headquartered outside South Africa and broader in geographic footprint.

Direct peers

• Duxbury Networking: South African specialist networking and infrastructure distributor focused on enterprise and carrier-grade solutions. Directly comparable niche focus on networking hardware, fibre and structured cabling to installer and telco customers.
• Pinnacle Africa: Broadline South African IT distributor offering enterprise hardware, networking, security and infrastructure solutions. Overlaps directly with Actsys's distribution model and target customer segments across South Africa.
• Tarsus Distribution: South African value-added distributor of enterprise IT, networking and security products. Competes head-on with Actsys in distribution of cabling, networking and surveillance brands to the same installer and integrator customer base.
• Mustek Limited: JSE-listed South African broadline IT distributor supplying computing, networking, security and infrastructure products through a multi-branch channel. Closely comparable in scale, product breadth and go-to-market approach to Actsys.
• Rectron: Major South African broadline IT and networking distributor serving resellers, installers and end-users with a comparable product mix spanning networking, security and infrastructure. Directly competes with Actsys for the same installer and channel partner base in South Africa.

Others

• CommScope: Global manufacturer of structured cabling, fibre and network infrastructure solutions, and Actsys's flagship brand partner since 1991. Included as a peer given the deeply intertwined product, brand and warranty economics, despite operating upstream rather than as a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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