Socomec, a leading manufacturer of electrical equipment with strong expertise in critical energy applications, has entered into a new exclusive distribution partnership with NHP for its energy management portfolio in Australia and New Zealand.
NHP – an Australian company specialising in power distribution, motor control and automation systems – already has a longstanding relationship with Socomec, and has been the distributor for Socomec's Power Control and Safety (PCS) range for 20 years.
"We believe NHP is an ideal fit for our Energy Management portfolio, and by consolidating both business lines into one cohesive channel, we can further enhance the experience for customers across Australia and New Zealand," said James Fraser, Managing Director – ANZ, Socomec.
Socomec is a global organisation with more than 4,200 employees across 30 subsidiaries on all five continents, including Australia and New Zealand.
"We have seen the exceptional results NHP has achieved with our PCS portfolio, so we are confident they will enhance our well-established position in the market by taking on our Energy Management line," added Fraser.
"NHP has outstanding technical competencies, a strong local stocking capacity, extensive local project references, and a history of quality product management, so they are an ideal fit to be our distribution partner in the region."
NHP CEO, Stephen Coop, says Socomec's Energy Management line is a natural fit which enhances NHP's existing power distribution portfolio.
"By expanding our partnership with Socomec, we can provide enhanced connectivity utilising latest technology tailored for the local Australian and New Zealand markets. This expanded partnership will bring additional growth opportunities for both organisations as we move towards a more energy efficient and sustainable future," he said.
The new exclusive distribution partnership will become effective from 1st January, 2025.
Increasing demand for energy management solutions
"With both Australia and New Zealand focusing on building sustainability, energy management solutions are becoming increasingly sought after by companies looking to meet ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) targets and other regulations," says Fraser.
"You have Green Star building ratings, NABERS (National Australian Built Environment Rating System), NCC (National Construction Code) requirements, and different Government regulations, all demanding more sustainable building usage," he says.
"To comply with Standards and regulations, it is essential to measure energy consumption and use smart technologies to reduce usage and optimise performance. Electrical contractors, switchboard manufacturers, environmental managers, consulting engineers, and a range of other key stakeholders will now have access to the full Socomec energy management range through NHP."
Another driver for energy management solutions is the increasing prevalence of Electric Vehicles (EVs) in Australia and New Zealand.
"EVs require charging stations that draw large amounts of power, so it's essential that the right technologies are in place to make sure power is being taken at optimal times," says Fraser.
Key partnership benefits
The Socomec and NHP partnership expands on a proven relationship, and offers the market key benefits, including:
- End-to-end NCC compliance
- Continuous support for known brands, including commissioning and training
- Better granular level energy management
- Better connectivity allowing for seamless integration with a comprehensive range of valuable features
- Better service to support green building goals, such as NABERS and Green Star.
"For specifiers looking to upgrade their energy management systems or install new systems in a building or industrial application, Socomec's range has the reliability and flexibility to meet the broadest range of needs. With NHP as the exclusive local distributor, these products will be comprehensively backed in the field with service and support, and we look forward to continuing this long and successful partnership," concludes Fraser.
About us:
About Socomec Founded in 1922, Socomec is an industrial group with a workforce of 4,200 people. Our core business – the availability, control and safety of low voltage electrical networks with increased focus on our customers' power performance. In 2023, Socomec achieved a turnover of 843 million Euros. Socomec is a century-old family group that designs and manufactures electrical equipment with strong expertise in critical energy applications.
About NHP With 55 years of electrical and engineering industry excellence and branches throughout the length and breadth of Australia and New Zealand, it is NHP's local people and footprint that helps us understand your specific project needs, no matter how big or small. Choosing NHP will unlock a world of expertise across electrical and automation products, systems and solutions. While we go to market with over 20,000 marketed lines, we are much more than a product supplier. Together with our extensive network of global partners, we offer choice in product, choice in technology, choice in service, choice in support and ultimately choice in how you deal with us - whether that be in person or online, where and when you need us.
