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LOCAL MANUFACTURING business
An aerial photo. the national grid and lowering carbon emissions. Energyefficient machinery is being phased in across the production line, minimising electricity use while improving output quality. Water management and recycling initiatives are also being implemented to reduce consumption, aligning with both TROX GROUP’ s global environmental strategy and the specific resource challenges of the South African market. These initiatives underline TROX South Africa’ s ambition to be recognised not only for its technical capability but also as a leader in low-carbon, environmentally responsible manufacturing.
Beyond the factory walls, TROX South Africa is expanding its technical footprint nationally. A newly relocated Johannesburg sales office now features a state-of-the-art showroom designed to demonstrate technologies, host client presentations, and provide hands-on training to engineers and contractors. Direct sales operations are being strengthened in the Western Cape, KwaZulu- Natal and the Garden Route, with dedicated technical staff deployed to support customers more closely. This decentralisation strategy ensures that TROX is not only modernising production but also investing in the skills and technical knowledge required to meet evolving customer expectations.
Brent stressed that the expansion is as much about people as it is about infrastructure.“ Our expansion is not just about bricks and steel; it’ s about creating local jobs, developing skills and uplifting communities. We remain committed to being a responsible corporate citizen; not only expanding business but expanding opportunity.” The integration of testing facilities and training platforms at the Johannesburg showroom and Pietermaritzburg factory will further support knowledge transfer, ensuring that TROX not only delivers high-performance products but also contributes to the development of the HVAC industry in South Africa.
As a proud member of the TROX GROUP, TROX South Africa remains deeply committed to contributing meaningfully to the communities surrounding its operations. This commitment extends to supporting healthcare facilities and initiatives that promote safe, healthy environments for all. This ongoing commitment is about more than bricks and mortar, it is about hope, dignity, healing and the comfort of those affected during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives.
This spirit of responsibility is shared with the Heinz TROX Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the TROX family, which supports education, health and community upliftment initiatives across the globe. Inspired by this legacy, TROX South Africa aligns its efforts locally, focusing on initiatives that strengthen healthcare infrastructure where it is needed most.
By aligning technological innovation with compassion and social purpose, TROX South Africa demonstrates that its Vision 2030 extends beyond manufacturing excellence. It encompasses a broader ambition, to be a trusted and responsible partner in advancing healthier, more resilient communities across South Africa. RACA
“ TROX South Africa is investing in new high-precision machinery
The showroom.
RACA Journal I January 2026 to reduce lead times and improve efficiency.”
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