Distribution Boards (DBs)
Wall mount or floor-standing DB enclosures built to spec, protected to the right IP rating, and ready for installation.
Stärk Stahl manufactures Distribution Boards (DBs) for industrial and infrastructure projects across South Africa. We build to your drawings and site requirements with robust materials, protection ratings suited to the environment, and configurations that simplify installation and future changes.
- Built to your RFQ pack and specifications
- Mild steel or stainless steel options
- IP42 / IP54 / IP55 / IP65 protection options
- In-house fabrication for faster turnaround
- Built to your RFQ pack and specifications
- Mild steel or stainless steel options
- IP42 / IP54 / IP55 / IP65 protection options
- In-house fabrication for faster turnaround
Built for sites where downtime is expensive
Distribution boards are often installed under tight deadlines—then expected to perform for years. Problems usually come from:
- Enclosures that don’t match cable entry and mounting constraints
- Inadequate ingress protection for dust, moisture, or outdoor exposure
- Poor fit and finish that slows installation and creates rework
Stärk Stahl focuses on building DBs that are practical to install, protected for the environment, and configured to your layout needs.

What we build

DB options
We manufacture distribution boards to suit your project requirements, including:
- Floor standing or wall mounting options
- Manufactured from 1.6mm or 2.0mm: Mild Steel, or Stainless Steel
- Units can be bolted together to create different permutations (where required)
- Protection standard: IP42 / IP54 / IP55 / IP65
Specifications
Mounting
- Wall-mounted or floor-standing configurations
Material
- Mild steel or stainless steel
- Typical thickness: 1.6mm or 2.0mm (as required)
Ingress protection
- IP42 / IP54 / IP55 / IP65 options depending on environment
Modularity
- Bolt-together sections/permutations for larger or segmented builds (project dependent)
What you gain with Stärk Stahl

Fewer installation delays
Builds aligned to your mounting and cable entry requirements reduce rework.

Right protection for the environment
Choose IP protection appropriate to indoor, dusty, washdown, or outdoor locations.

Configurable layouts
Bolt-together permutations available when you need multiple sections or future expansion.

Single point of accountability
In-house fabrication supports consistent quality and turnaround.

What we need to quote fast
To quote accurately and quickly, send:
- Single-line diagram / schedule (if available)
- Enclosure size requirements (or drawings)
- Wall-mount vs floor-standing
- Material (mild steel vs stainless) + preferred thickness (1.6/2.0mm)
- Required IP rating (IP42/IP54/IP55/IP65)
- Cable entry requirements (top/bottom/side)
- Quantity and target delivery date
- Site/environment notes (dust, rain, corrosion/coastal, washdown)
How it works

Send drawings/specs

We confirm scope + lead time

Fabrication & assembly

Delivery / handover
FAQ
Do you manufacture wall-mounted and floor-standing DBs?
Yes—both configurations can be built to your requirements
Which IP ratings do you offer?
Common builds include IP42, IP54, IP55, and IP65—selected based on the operating environment.
Can you build in stainless steel?
Yes—DB enclosures can be manufactured in mild steel or stainless steel.
Can you build modular/bolt-together sections?
Yes—bolt-together permutations can be quoted where your layout requires multiple sections.
Request a Distribution Board Quote
Send your drawings/specs and required IP rating—Stärk Stahl will confirm scope and lead times upfront.