How to Secure Your Home This Festive Season: Your Complete Safety Guide - 2025-11-14

The festive season is one of the busiest times of the year in Paarl, and while families enjoy holidays and celebrations, criminals also become more active. Break-ins, gate-motor theft, and property-related crimes tend to rise from November to January across the Western Cape. Strengthening your home security now is essential if you want peace of min... more

Reputable sellers vs Online - 2025-10-17

Why Buying from a Reputable Security Company Beats Ordering Online When it comes to your security system, gate motor, or CCTV installation, buying online might seem cheaper or more convenient — but when problems arise, that “good deal” can quickly become a costly mistake. At Astek Security & Automation, we often see cust... more

SAVE Money and Time – Astek Security & Automation - 2025-10-04

Why Homeowners Should Choose a Reputable Security Company like Astek Security & Automation When it comes to protecting your family and property, security is not something you want to compromise on. Choosing a reputable and established company like Astek Security & Automation ensures that your home is fitted with quality products and trus... more

Why You Should Service Your Electric Fence, Gate, and Garage Door Motors Regularly - 2025-09-19

Astek Security & Automation: Why Regular Servicing of Your Electric Fence, Gate, and Garage Door Motor is Essential When it comes to protecting your home, business, or farm, your electric fence energizer, gate motor, and garage door motor work tirelessly to keep you safe. Just like any machine, they require regular servicing to remain reliab... more

Speed Control Access - 2025-09-09

Astek Security & Automation: Speed Control Access Solutions Controlling the flow of vehicles on your property is just as important as securing the perimeter. At Astek Security & Automation, we supply a full range of speed control access systems designed for homes, complexes, farms, industries, and commercial premises. Why Speed Contro... more

Stellenbosch security store - 2025-09-09

Astek Security & Automation Stellenbosch – Your Local Security Partner In today’s world, security is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. At Astek Security & Automation Stellenbosch, we are dedicated to helping homeowners, students, businesses, and farmers in the Cape Winelands area protect what matters most. Secur... more

Why Do Homes Need Security? – What Security Means and Why It Matters - 2025-08-23

In South Africa, home security has become a necessity rather than a luxury. Every homeowner wants to feel safe, protect their loved ones, and ensure that their property is secure from intruders. But what exactly does security mean, and why is it so important? Astek Security & Automation: What is Home Security? Home security refers to the ... more

Electric Fences in Cape Town & The Western Cape - 2025-08-18

Electric Fences in Cape Town & the Western Cape – Astek Security & Automation If you’re looking for electric fencing in Cape Town, Paarl, Brackenfell or Stellenbosch, Astek Security & Automation is your trusted supplier. We provide electric fence systems to the public, homeowners, farmers, and businesses across the Wester... more

What Cable to Use for CCTV, Intercoms, Gate Motors & More – Expert Guide from Astek Security & Automation - 2025-08-07

Astek Security & Automation, Choosing the correct cable. We stock the proper cables for every application — helping you avoid signal loss, voltage drops, and system faults. Here's a quick guide: CCTV Systems: Use RG59 coaxial cable with power (combo cable) or CAT5e/CAT6 for IP cameras and NVRs. These ensure high-quality ... more

Agricultural fence wire for the right application - 2025-07-29

Astek Security & Automation: Farm Fencing, Vineyards & More Hot Dip Galvanized (HDG) wire, is a trusted solution for strong, durable, and corrosion-resistant fencing — perfect for use across farms, vineyards, smallholdings, and construction sites in Cape Town and the Western Cape. Whether you're protecting livestock, growing... more

Home owner security priority - 2025-07-25

Astek Security & Automation: Secure your home effectively  For the average South African homeowner, especially in areas like Paarl, Brackenfell, or Stellenbosch, property security is a priority due to high crime rates. Here's a list of essential and affordable components every homeowner should consider to secure their home effe... more

Alarms - pros & cons - wired vs wireless - 2025-07-09

Astek Security & Automation: Wired vs Wireless Alarm Systems Wired Alarm Systems Pros: More stable and reliable (no interference or battery issues). Ideal for permanent installations. Better for large homes or commercial setups. Cons: Installation is invasive and labour-intensive (cabling must be ... more

Service & repair centres now open - 2025-07-05

Astek Security & Automation – Service & Repair Centres Get Expert Repairs on Gate Motors, Electric Fencing, CCTV & More! Did you know you can bring in your electric fence energizer, ET and Centurion gate motors, garage door motors, and CCTV systems to be serviced or checked out by our qualified technicians? Our Astek Serv... more

Security down? - 2025-07-02

Home & Farm Security Systems – Why Choose Astek Security & Automation Looking for reliable home or farm security in South Africa? At Astek Security & Automation, we specialise in tailored security systems to protect your property, loved ones, and livelihood. With stores in Paarl, Stellenbosch, and Brackenfell, we offer expert a... more

Choose the right Centurion gate motor - 2025-06-30

Astek Security & Automation: Choosing the Right Centurion Gate Motor: A Guide for Every Application Centurion Systems has long been a leader in gate automation, known for its robust, reliable, and innovative&... more

Choosing the right model ET motor - 2025-06-27

Astek Security & Automation: Automate Your Access with ET Nice Gate Motors: A Guide to Choosing the Right Model In the realm of gate automation, ET Nice (a brand born from the collaboration of ET Sy... more

Face-Off - ET gate vs Centurion gate motors - 2025-06-26

Astek Security & Automation: Face-Off at the Gate: Centurion vs. ET Nice Gate Motors When it comes to automating your gate in South Africa, two brands consistently rise to the top: Centurion and ET ... more

Ajax outsmarting conventional alarms - 2025-06-26

Astek Security & Automation: Why Ajax is Outsmarting Conventional Alarms: The Future of Home Security is Here For decades, conventional alarm systems have been the go-to for protecting our homes and businesses.&nb... more

Your security, Your choice - 2025-06-25

Your Security, Your Choice: Why Astek Security is Your Smartest Buy When it comes to protecting your home or business in the Western Cape, the sheer number of security products and brands on&n... more

Empower your security installation - 2025-06-25

Empower Your Security Installation: Insist Your Installer Buys from Astek Security! You've made the smart decision to invest in top-tier security for your home or business in the Western Cape. You&#... more


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