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The results are a suite of products and solutions that stand up to the unique Interlynx-SA moving forward
environmental and operational challenges of southern Africa, from remote With Interlynx-SA’s core strength, the
desert installations to dense urban infrastructure networks. company is steadily expanding into
related areas, aligning itself with global
Reliable hardware and advanced software IoT-enabled automation trends. Cloud-
By changing its business model, Interlynx-SA has diversified its industrial based SCADA solutions, for example,
product offering. Utilising the deep technical knowledge of its engineers, it allow utilities and industries to monitor
sources top industrial products from around the world. This carefully selected and control assets remotely, with real-
range is both comprehensive and specialised. time analytics enabling predictive
maintenance, energy optimisation
and improved resource allocation. By
The current portfolio typically consists of the following: combining rugged edge devices with
• Industrial telemetry RTUs: The locally developed Maestro Telemetry RTU cloud integration, Interlynx-SA helps
remains a flagship product, complemented by advanced Brodersen RTUs clients modernise legacy systems
from Denmark. while reducing operating costs. Its IoT
• Wireless data communications: Industrial radios from GE Vernova gateways and MQTT-enabled devices
(Orbit platform) provide secure, high-reliability connectivity for critical enable seamless communication
infrastructure. across heterogeneous systems, a
critical step for industries migrating
• Battery-powered loggers: Rugged, user programmable devices from
towards Unified Namespace (UNS)
Senquip (Australia) extend data acquisition into remote or off-grid
architectures and event driven data
environments.
flows. Similarly, its rugged industrial
• Scada solutions: Both proprietary and partner-developed web-based
networking solutions are enabling the
SCADA systems, including WIBICC (Romania), designed for cloud
secure, high-speed communications
integration and remote management.
required for modern SCADA and IoT
• Industrial IoT: A wide range of gateways, routers and rugged Ethernet I/O
architectures. By bridging the gap
devices from BLIoT, supporting MQTT, Modbus and 4G/5G communications.
between legacy infrastructure and
• Industrial networking: Heavy-duty switches, routers and media converters next-generation digital systems,
from ATOP (Taiwan), designed for high resilience in harsh plant conditions.
Interlynx-SA has positioned itself as
• Media and protocol converters: including serial, Ethernet, fibre and other both a technology enabler and a
media, combined with several protocol conversion options. strategic partner for industrial digital
• Instrumentation: Comprehensive sensor and measurement systems for transformation.
water, electrical and process industries.
Integrity, reliability and long-term
commitment
By offering both proprietary innovations and international best-in-class At its core, Interlynx-SA is guided by
products, Interlynx-SA ensures clients receive solutions that are technically uncompromising values. Integrity,
robust, cost-effective and future-ready. honesty and accountability are non-
negotiables, as is zero tolerance
A diverse client base for unethical practices. Internally,
This portfolio allows Interlynx-SA to serve diverse markets, including water, its culture emphasises mutual
wastewater and electrical utilities; mining and mineral processing; oil, gas respect, technical excellence and
and renewable energy, manufacturing; food and beverage processing; and accountability. These principles
transportation and logistics. Clients range from national utilities and large are evident in client relationships
municipalities to major industrial players including Sasol Gas, Transnet Freight and team dynamics. This people-
Rail, Anglo Platinum, Exxaro Coal and Afrox centric culture is complemented by
continuous training and knowledge
A network of trusted integrators transfer, both within the company and
With its rapid expansion into the Southern African market, Interlynx-SA realised through its system integrator network.
that effective support systems were crucial. As a result, highly respected In this way, Interlynx-SA builds not only
network of systems integrators throughout the region can provide quick products and solutions, but also the
reaction. This not only extends its reach, but also ensures that end users human expertise required to sustain
receive well-integrated and professional locally-supported solutions. them.

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