Secure Vision: Delivering Excellence in Safety and Security Solutions

on 14/11/2024

In an era where safety and security have become paramount concerns for businesses and institutions, Secure Vision stands as Pakistan’s premier provider of integrated Electronic Low Voltage (ELV) safety and security solutions. Established in 2007, the company has emerged as an industry leader, delivering cutting-edge fire protection and security systems to some of the nation’s most prestigious organizations.

Secure Vision’s story is rooted in a rich heritage of fire protection expertise, evolving from the well-established firm M/s. THE FIRE PREVENTERS, which had served Pakistan since 1971. Under the visionary leadership of Mr. Ahmad Ali, the company underwent a transformative rebranding in 2007, emerging as Secure Vision to better reflect its expanded capabilities and innovative approach to security solutions.

Mr. Ahmad Ali, the company’s CEO, brings a wealth of international expertise to Secure Vision. Following his university education, he immersed himself in the family business in 2002, undertaking extensive training programs and earning multiple national and international accreditations. His commitment to excellence led him across Europe, America, and the Middle East, where he established vital connections with leading manufacturers and gained insights into cutting-edge security technologies. This global perspective has been instrumental in introducing innovative security solutions to the Pakistani market.

Comprehensive Solutions Portfolio

Secure Vision offers an extensive range of integrated security and safety solutions, including:

  • Fire Alarm and Suppression Systems
  • Fire Fighting System
  • CCTV Surveillance Systems
  • Public Address Systems
  • Access Control Solutions
  • Parking Management Systems
  • Physical Security System
  • UPS and Data Cabinet Solutions

Notable Projects and Client Portfolio

The company’s excellence is reflected in its impressive portfolio of successful implementations across diverse sectors, some of the notable projects include:

  • Retail: Imtiaz Super Market, Khaadi, Daraz
  • Leading Financial Institutions: Habib Bank Ltd. and Allied Bank Ltd.
  • Healthcare Sector: Evercare Hospital, Usman Memorial Hospital
  • Industrial Giants: Fatima Fertilizer, Yunus Textiles, Attock Cement & Pakistan Tobacco Company

As Pakistan’s security landscape continues to evolve, Secure Vision remains at the forefront of technological advancement, consistently introducing innovative solutions that meet the changing needs of businesses and institutions. The company’s commitment to excellence, coupled with its comprehensive understanding of both local requirements and international standards, positions it as a trusted partner in safety and security solutions.

SECCO PAK: Innovation in response to evolving market landscape, diverse needs

on 13/11/2024

Founded in 1993 and registered with the Government of Pakistan under the Companies Ordinance of 1984, SECCO PAK is a leading solution integration company specializing in fire engineering and construction services. Over the years, we have established ourselves as a trusted name in the industry, offering a comprehensive range of services, including consultancy, design, fabrication, installation, project management, and after-sales support.

As pioneers in the field, SECCO PAK became the first company in Pakistan to offer internationally certified fire-rated doors—both single and double. Our commitment to quality, safety, and innovation is reflected in our products, which include fire-rated steel doors and other advanced safety solutions designed to meet rigorous European and international standards.

Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, located on Sheikhupura Road in Lahore, spans 40,000 square feet and is equipped with the latest machinery and technology. With a production capacity of 300 tons and 2,000 doors per month, we are able to meet the diverse needs of our clients across public, private, and corporate sectors. Our commitment to excellence is reinforced by our Warrington Fire Certification and ISO 9001:2015 accreditation, further solidifying our reputation as a leader in the field.

SECCO PAK offers a range of turnkey solutions, including the design, fabrication, and installation of:

  1. Metal/Steel Doors:
    • Fire-Rated Steel Doors
    • Steel Flush and Wire Gauze Doors
  2. Prefabricated Buildings:
    • Structural Insulated Panels (SIP)
    • Light Gauge Steel (LGS) Buildings
    • Porta Cabins
  3. Pre-Engineered Structures

With deep industry knowledge and a strong technical foundation, SECCO PAK continues to set new standards for safety, quality, and innovation, making us the preferred partner for all fire engineering and construction projects.

Our business operates across key sectors, including Steel Fire-Rated and Non-Fire-Rated Doors, along with other specialized building products, Steel Prefabricated Buildings, and Pre-Engineered Buildings. We offer comprehensive services encompassing Consultancy, Design, Fabrication, Erection, and Project Management.

To further enhance these core areas, we are committed to delivering customized solutions tailored to the specific needs of our clients in Pakistan. Leveraging the technologies and expertise we have gained through years of experience and success, we continue to innovate in response to the evolving market landscape and the diverse needs of our customers.

As the business environment evolves, we remain dedicated to advancing technologies and crafting unique, innovative proposals that set us apart in the industry. In addition to fulfilling our corporate social responsibilities, we direct all our resources towards providing professional services that effectively address our clients’ requirements.

Pakistan Cables Believes in Investing Only in Pakistan: Salman Tahir

on 13/11/2024

General Manager, Sales and New Business Development unveils secrets behind constant rise of Amir Sultan Chinoy group

‘Sales and Business Ventures’ are among the major indicators that determine the strength of a company, and the abundance of opportunities that business houses embrace paints the landscape of any country’s health. In nations with economies like ours, bringing new business ventures is not an easy task. However, Pakistan Cables has certainly mastered the art of making it easier. How? We asked Salman Tahir, General Manager, Sales and New Business Development at Pakistan Cables Ltd.

Depicting economic scenario

We see an overall pessimistic view if one looks at things around them, but when you look at the engineering industry, things grow manifold. There are several reasons, such as the country having passed through tough times that affected policies. As a result, demand in the construction and engineering industries was impacted, turning business transactions into a challenge for manufacturers and suppliers. But tougher times are always an opportunity for analysis, reevaluation, and minimizing errors while making improvements. In other words, difficult times are always a blessing in disguise, and working in such situations  bears fruit. Pakistan Cables followed this approach and set up a new plant in Nooriabad during difficult times, construction activity commenced a little prior to COVID-19 lockdowns. It was a huge capital investment—building a new plant on more than 40 acres, impacted by rising interest rates, inflation and low demand. Our resilience and preservance is paying off with the near completion of the Nooriabad factory, set to transform industry in Pakistan.

Boldness Vs difficult times

It’s our philosophy! Amir Sultan Chinoy Group (ASC) is one of the pioneering and largest groups in engineering and building materials category. ASC has been contributing towards localization of engineering products through its member companies that include Pakistan Cables, International Industries (IIL) and International Steel Ltd. (ISL) for 71 years. We believe in investing in Pakistan, as there is huge potential for improvement in the country. Looking at the countries around us, we recognize that we still have a long way to go on the path to development. This opens great avenues for those who wish to invest in Pakistan and are ready for difficult times.

We also know that Pakistan has significant opportunities for exports. Over the last five years, Pakistan Cables has made considerable efforts to develop export markets in the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. We believe that attracting export markets can help offset a dwindling local market and earn foreign exchange for the country.

Pakistan Cables Nooriabad Plant and its products
We manufacture medium- and low-voltage cables used in power transmission and distribution, as well as in building and industrial projects. We have brought top-of-the-line equipment to Pakistan, such as the CCV Line, Pakistan’s 1st 69 kV line for MV cables which is German technology. As a result, we are now able to produce cables highest voltage cables (up to 69 KV), a first in the country. This serves as import substitution, localization, and an export product. Additionally, we produce transmission line conductors. For the raw materials, we have set up a state-of-the-art plant that localizes raw materials, which benefits us in terms of cost.

Climate Change and New Products
We have already launched several sustainability initiatives at both the Nooriabad and SITE plants. Against the backdrop of climate change, solar panels, inverters, and cables, especially those imported from China, have become increasingly important. We started localizing these products and have successfully developed ACCC® conductors and solar power cables. In the case of ACCC®, we have formed a technology partnership for localization with CTC, USA. Now, we are exclusively producing this conductor in Pakistan, which is being used by our distribution companies. We have successfully completed three projects so far, and it has reduced power line losses by up to 30 percent.

Business Ventures
Pakistan Cables has grown with foreign affiliations from the outset. We began with BIIC, UK, with which we were equity partners, and our partners were among the top cable manufacturers. Then, in 2010, we partnered with General Cables and enjoyed technological leadership in Pakistan. With CTC Global, we introduced ACCC conductors and continue to pursue the same philosophy.

Very recently, we signed an MoU with Bahra Electric, Saudi Arabia, with a vision of bringing business to both Pakistan and Saudi Arabia through mutual technological learning, sourcing materials, and more. This is a multifaceted partnership that will prove to be a promising start in the power sector.

Ease of Doing Business
It has been over seven decades since we began our journey, which started with the bold step of setting up an industry. Personally, I deeply appreciate the people who establish industries and conduct business in Pakistan because it requires extraordinary courage. Despite the challenges, we have yet to realize the full potential of our country. We do everything with the future of the country in mind. There are many difficulties that will arise when you begin working, but only with commitment can you succeed on this journey. — MS

Pakistan Cables Expands “ASCEND” Program to Empower Women in STEM

on 13/11/2024

Pakistan Cables announced a partnership with two leading engineering universities in Pakistan for a second round of ASCEND, the company’s flagship program aimed at promoting Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) subjects among women in Pakistan. The program partners include NED University, Karachi, for a second time, and Mehran University of Engineering & Technology (MUET), Jamshoro, for the first time. Through ASCEND, Pakistan Cables offers need-based scholarships and internships to talented female students leading up to their graduation.

First launched in 2021 in collaboration with NED University, ASCEND focuses on empowering talented female electrical engineering students by providing them with industry exposure. The first batch successfully completed the program in 2024, after which the company renewed its partnership with NED and expanded the program to include Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro.

With the addition of Mehran University, Pakistan Cables aims to broaden its impact by providing more opportunities for female students to excel in STEM fields. Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed between Pakistan Cables and the respective universities, reinforcing the company’s commitment to empowering women in engineering.

ASCEND is a pioneering initiative in the industry and promises to contribute to the development of a stronger, more diverse workforce, fostering innovation and growth in Pakistan’s industrial sector.

Founded in 1953, Pakistan Cables is the premier and most reputable cable manufacturer in Pakistan. It is the first and oldest wire and cable manufacturer listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) since 1955 and is also a member of the Amir S. Chinoy (ASC) group. The company has the largest geographical footprint in Pakistan, with a presence in over 180 cities. It is ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and OHSAS 18001:2007 certified, with various cables type-tested by KEMA, Netherlands. Pakistan Cables is the only building materials company in Pakistan that has its carbon emission reduction targets approved and validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). – KARACHI: PR

Pakistani Tractors Set to Transform Farming in Tanzania

on 13/11/2024

In a significant milestone for Pakistan’s agricultural export sector, the first consignment of Pakistani-made tractors has successfully arrived in Tanzania, marking a pivotal moment in trade relations between Pakistan and East Africa. This shipment, which reached Masai Trekta Company Ltd., a leading firm in both Kenya and Tanzania, represents a promising step toward enhancing agricultural productivity in the region.

The tractors, imported from Lahore-based Pak Tractors House, are expected to provide local farmers with improved tools for increasing their efficiency and productivity. This development was made possible through the diligent efforts of key figures, including Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan, Secretary Commerce Jawad Paul, and Chief Executive of the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), Zubair Multiwala. Their coordinated efforts, along with the support of Pakistan’s High Commission in Nairobi—especially High Commissioner Ibrar Hussain and Commercial Counsellor Adeela Younis—were crucial in facilitating this successful transaction with Masai Trekta Company Ltd.

Masai Trekta Company, which recently established its tractor distribution head office in Tanzania, is now positioned as a vital partner in promoting Pakistani agricultural machinery across Tanzania and potentially extending its reach throughout the region. The arrival of these tractors not only reinforces Pakistan’s export portfolio in East Africa but also lays the groundwork for future shipments, bolstering economic ties and supporting local farmers in their agricultural pursuits.

Officials from Pak Tractors House expressed optimism about the potential for increased trade, highlighting the quality and reliability of their products. They believe that the success of this initial consignment could lead to a series of future collaborations, enhancing Pakistan’s presence in the East African market.

Minister Jam Kamal Khan emphasized the importance of this achievement, noting that it reflects Pakistan’s commitment to expanding its global trade partnerships, particularly with African nations. He underscored that such initiatives not only benefit the country’s manufacturing sector but also enhance its economic footprint in the region. The collaboration with Masai Trekta Company Ltd is poised to drive further growth in tractor exports, providing East African farmers with access to high-quality, reliable agricultural equipment essential for advancing their productivity and supporting regional development.