Company Profile
Engineering Precision Since 2012.
A proudly South African instrumentation and engineering solutions provider delivering precision, reliability and innovation across industrial sectors.
Founded
2012
Head office
Roodepoort, Gauteng
Industry
Industrial Instrumentation & Engineering
Footprint
South Africa + SADC
Company Overview
Instrumentation is the whole business.
Makgothola Trading Enterprise is committed to precision, reliability and innovation across industrial sectors. We specialise in supplying, installing, repairing and maintaining high-quality measurement and control systems for process industries.
Because instrumentation is our specialist area rather than a side offering, plant teams deal with people who understand what a measurement has to survive: the media, the duty, the shutdown window and the compliance trail behind it.
Our work spans the full life of a measurement point — specification and supply, installation and commissioning, calibration and maintenance, and integration with the control platforms that already run the plant.
Foundation
A South African business built around measurement.
The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Roodepoort, Gauteng, from where it serves industrial clients nationally and into the region.
- 2012
Company founded
Makgothola Trading Enterprise is established as a South African instrumentation and engineering solutions provider.
- SINCE
Growth in instrumentation and engineering solutions
Capability broadens across instrumentation supply, installation and commissioning, calibration and maintenance, automation and technical support.
- TODAY
Expansion of operational footprint
Work extends across South Africa and into neighbouring SADC markets, with a growing presence in Botswana and Namibia.
DIRECTION
Our Vision
To be a leading force in Africa's industrial instrumentation landscape, known for excellence, integrity, and sustainable growth.
MANDATE
Our Mission
To empower industries with cutting-edge instrumentation solutions that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and compliance—while building long-term partnerships through exceptional service.
Core Capabilities
Five service lines, one measurement discipline.
Instrumentation Supply & Distribution
Sensors, transmitters and control devices for industrial applications.
System Installation & Commissioning
Turnkey setup of instrumentation systems built to client specifications.
Calibration & Maintenance
Servicing and SANAS-accredited calibration that protects measurement accuracy.
Automation & Integration
Connecting field instrumentation to SCADA, PLC and DCS platforms.
Consulting & Technical Support
Technical guidance across system design, upgrades and troubleshooting.
Electrical Panel Design & Wiring
Control and instrumentation panels designed, built and wired to specification.
VSD Supply & Repairs
Variable speed drive supply, installation and fast repair to limit downtime.
Every service line is available individually or as a combined scope.
Explore Our ServicesOperational Footprint
South African Expertise. Regional Reach.
Makgothola Trading Enterprise serves clients across South Africa and neighbouring SADC countries, with a growing presence in Botswana and Namibia.
- South Africa
- Head office — Roodepoort, Gauteng
- Botswana
- Growing presence
- Namibia
- Growing presence
- SADC Region
- Neighbouring markets served
Technical Competence
Why Partner With Makgothola?
Six practical reasons industrial clients keep us on their instrumentation programmes.
LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED
Deep local industry insight.
AGILE SERVICE DELIVERY
Responsive and adaptable support.
COMPETITIVE PRICING
Flexible solutions designed around client requirements.
STRONG SUPPLIER NETWORK
Access to technical products and expertise.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Instrumentation and engineering capabilities.
TRANSFORMATION & SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Commitment to transformation and skills development.
Collaborations
Capability extended through partnership.
Makgothola Trading Enterprise actively seeks cross-functional collaborations, partnering with innovative companies to expand service offerings — including Proactive Drafting Services and BJ Instrumentation in Botswana.
Empowering Innovation in Technology
Let's discuss your instrumentation requirements.
Speak to our team about instrumentation supply, installation, calibration, maintenance, automation or technical support.