Industrial Automation & Process Control

Schneider Electric PLC Solutions & Modicon Automation Systems

4Sight OT Automation supplies, integrates and supports Schneider Electric PLC systems for industrial automation, process control and digital transformation projects throughout South Africa and Africa.

We help organisations improve operational performance, increase reliability and optimise production through Schneider Electric's Modicon PLC platforms, distributed I/O systems, industrial networks and EcoStruxure automation solutions.

New control system, PLC upgrade, greenfield automation project or ongoing support — we deliver the complete scope, built around your operational requirements.

  • Schneider Electric Alliance Certified System Integrator Partner
  • Certified EcoXpert™ — Power Management

Why Choose Schneider Electric PLC Solutions?

The Modicon PLC range is recognised globally for reliable, scalable and secure automation across manufacturing, mining, water treatment, infrastructure, energy and process industries.

  • Improved operational efficiency
  • Reliable industrial control and automation
  • Advanced networking and connectivity
  • Industry 4.0 and IIoT readiness
  • Scalable system architecture
  • Enhanced cyber security capabilities
  • Improved plant visibility and performance
  • Long-term lifecycle support

Accreditation

Certified by Schneider Electric

4Sight OT Automation (Pty) Ltd is a Schneider Electric Alliance Certified System Integrator Partner, certified in EcoStruxure™ Plant and Edge Control and Apps, Analytics & Services, with segment specialisation in Mining, Minerals and Metals. Partnership number SEAP0973ZA, valid through 31 May 2027.

We are also a Certified EcoXpert™ — Power Management partner, recognised for delivering Schneider Electric power monitoring, energy management and digital energy solutions.

Schneider Electric Alliance Certified System Integrator Partner certificate issued to 4Sight OT Automation (Pty) Ltd, partnership number SEAP0973ZA, valid through 31 May 2027

Alliance Certified System Integrator Partner — Schneider Electric

Certified EcoXpert Power Management placard awarded to 4Sight OT Automation (Pty) Ltd by Schneider Electric for 2026

Certified EcoXpert™ — Power Management, 2026

Certified competencies

Our Alliance certification covers named competency specialisations across EcoStruxure Plant, EcoStruxure Machine and the AVEVA industrial software portfolio — including PLC Modernization, Control System, AVEVA System Platform and AVEVA Production Management.

EcoStruxure Plant and Machine Certificate listing 4Sight OT Automation competency specialisations across EcoStruxure Plant, EcoStruxure Machine and AVEVA software

EcoStruxure™ Plant & Machine Certificate — certified competencies

Platforms

Schneider Electric PLC Platforms We Support

Modicon M580 ePAC

The Ethernet Programmable Automation Controller — a modern platform built for process industries, operational technology environments and high-availability applications.

Modicon M340 PLC

A flexible, proven platform for industrial process control, infrastructure projects and machine automation.

Modicon M221, M241 & M251 Controllers

Compact and modular controllers for machine builders and automation applications that need flexibility, performance and room to scale.

Distributed I/O Solutions

Efficient communication between field devices, instrumentation, PLCs and control systems across the plant.

Our Schneider Electric Automation Services

  • PLC programming and development
  • Control system design
  • SCADA and HMI development
  • Industrial network design
  • System integration services
  • PLC modernisation and upgrades
  • Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
  • Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
  • Commissioning and start-up support
  • Industrial automation consulting
  • Maintenance and technical support

Digital Transformation

EcoStruxure Automation Solutions

We support Schneider Electric EcoStruxure technologies that enable connected operations, predictive maintenance, remote monitoring and real-time operational visibility.

Integrating PLCs, SCADA systems, industrial networks and OT platforms gives you better asset performance, faster decisions and higher production efficiency.

Industries We Serve

  • Mining & Mineral Processing
  • Manufacturing Facilities
  • Water & Wastewater Treatment
  • Power Generation & Utilities
  • Food & Beverage Production
  • Chemical & Process Industries
  • Infrastructure Projects
  • Oil & Gas Operations

Benefits of Schneider Electric Automation

  • Improved reliability and uptime
  • Reduced operational downtime
  • Enhanced process control
  • Improved plant visibility
  • Scalable automation architecture
  • IIoT and Industry 4.0 readiness
  • Better maintenance and asset management
  • Future-ready industrial infrastructure

Planning a PLC project or an upgrade?

Talk to our industrial automation engineers. We will assess your current control system, map the upgrade path and specify the right Schneider Electric platform for your plant.