RS South Africa

RS South Africa RS South Africa is a leading distributor of industrial, electronics and maintenance products.

RS Components is a trading brand of RS Group plc, a global omni-channel provider of product and service solutions for engineers, designers, builders and maintainers of industrial equipment and operations. We stock more than 700,000 industrial and electronic products, sourced from over 2,500 leading suppliers, and provide a wide range of product and service solutions to over 1.2 million industrial customers. With operations in 32 countries, we trade through multiple channels and ship c. 60,000 parcels a day. We support customers across the product life cycle, whether via innovation and technical support at the design phase, improving time to market and productivity at the build phase, or reducing purchasing costs and optimising inventory in the maintenance phase. We offer our customers tailored product and service propositions that are essential for the successful operation of their businesses and help them save time and money. RS Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the year ended 31 March 2021 reported revenue of £2.0 billion. RS Group plc has nine operating brands: RS Components, Allied Electronics & Automation, RS PRO, OKdo, DesignSpark, IESA, Synovos, Needlers and Liscombe.

Facilities management and contracting professionals are increasingly being asked to deliver more, from operational effic...
05/10/2026

Facilities management and contracting professionals are increasingly being asked to deliver more, from operational efficiency and safety to sustainability outcomes.

The RS Better World range makes that easier by helping customers identify products with recognised sustainability attributes across a wide range of applications.

Explore solutions that support your operational goals while contributing to a more sustainable future.

Discover the RS Better World range: https://weare.rs/4iTHLeP

02/10/2026

At RS, progression is powered by people.

From developing his career to leading a team, Simmy Mntonintshi’s journey demonstrates what's possible when learning, collaboration and customer focus come together.

Hear how he's grown his career while helping customers solve critical challenges every day.

Ready to write your own RS story? Explore our opportunities: https://weare.rs/4hC1MEx

Data centres can’t afford downtime. Neither can your supply chain.At RS, we help keep critical operations running with a...
01/10/2026

Data centres can’t afford downtime. Neither can your supply chain.

At RS, we help keep critical operations running with access to over 830,000 industrial and MRO products, fast delivery options, technical expertise and solutions designed to support uptime, efficiency and resilience.

From backup power and thermal management to network testing and critical maintenance supplies, we're here to help you stay operational when every second counts.

Discover how RS supports the data centre sector: https://weare.rs/4iUfu7S

Colouring outside the lines. Changing lives within them. Together with CEEP – Community Environmental Education Programm...
30/09/2026

Colouring outside the lines. Changing lives within them.

Together with CEEP – Community Environmental Education Programme, a non-profit organisation that transforms community spaces through educational murals while creating opportunities for emerging artists and students, our RS South Africa volunteers helped transform the Children's Ward at Tara Hospital through a vibrant educational mural designed to brighten the space for young patients.

It's a powerful reminder that sometimes the smallest acts can make the biggest difference.

Making Amazing Happen, one community at a time.

Today, we celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and stories that make South Africa unique.At RS, we recognise that ou...
24/09/2026

Today, we celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and stories that make South Africa unique.

At RS, we recognise that our diversity is our strength. By embracing different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, we build stronger teams, stronger partnerships, and a stronger future together.

Wishing all South Africans a proud and meaningful Heritage Day.

Unplanned downtime remains a major challenge for maintenance teams.In a recent poll, maintenance professionals identifie...
23/09/2026

Unplanned downtime remains a major challenge for maintenance teams.

In a recent poll, maintenance professionals identified unplanned downtime as their biggest operational concern, highlighting the impact unexpected disruptions can have on productivity, service delivery and operational continuity.

At RS, we help facilities management professionals and contractors stay prepared with reliable access to the products, tools and parts they need for both planned maintenance and urgent repairs.

Because maintenance never stops. Supply shouldn't either.

Learn more: https://weare.rs/3VKHDVb

21/09/2026

We know what it feels like when the lights go out. But what if they didn't come back on?

Many South Africans have experienced the disruption of load shedding. For millions of people across sub-Saharan Africa, however, living without reliable electricity is not an inconvenience. It's an everyday reality.

During an interactive experience led by local SolarAid Ambassador Gcobisa Kgope, RS employees were challenged to complete everyday tasks in the dark. When a solar light was switched on, the difference was immediate.

For us, it was a simulation. For others, it's life.

The experience highlighted the impact of the work being done by SolarAid, RS Group's global charity partner, to bring clean, safe solar lighting to communities without reliable access to electricity.

If you'd like to help create opportunities for learning, work and safer living, please consider supporting SolarAid's mission: https://weare.rs/4rkdAQ0.

Every donation can make a difference.

17/09/2026

What an incredible achievement!

We are proud to have supported the Sunchaser 4 team on their journey from the workshop to the finish line in Paarl. Congratulations to the entire team on making history and showcasing South African engineering and innovation!

How are leading organisations strengthening their MRO strategies?The answer lies in three key priorities:✅ Sustainable a...
15/09/2026

How are leading organisations strengthening their MRO strategies?

The answer lies in three key priorities:

✅ Sustainable and ethical procurement (54%)
✅ Reduced carbon footprint initiatives (53%)
✅ Supplier relationship management (50%)

These findings from the latest RS & CIPS Indirect Procurement Report highlight how businesses are balancing operational efficiency, resilience and sustainability in an increasingly complex environment.

At RS South Africa, we help organisations achieve these goals with access to industrial products, value-added services and procurement solutions designed to keep operations running efficiently.

Download the full report to discover what procurement leaders are prioritising in 2026: https://weare.rs/4xWzlrK

11/09/2026

Five days of conversations. One recurring theme: businesses are looking for smarter ways to do more with less.

As Electra Mining Africa 2026 concludes, we'd like to thank everyone who visited the RS South Africa stand and engaged with us on the future of procurement, inventory management and supply chain resilience.

The challenges facing industry are evolving, but so are the opportunities. Through digital tools, smarter inventory strategies and streamlined procurement processes, organisations can unlock efficiencies that drive lasting operational value.

Thank you for being part of the conversation.

Looking to improve operational efficiency and reduce supply chain risk? Explore our solutions: https://weare.rs/4dbvoHb

Address

20 Indianapolis Street, Kyalami Business Park
Johannesburg
1686

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

Telephone

27116919300

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