Case Studies
Our portfolio showcases innovative engineering solutions that have transformed businesses and communities across Africa.
Aluminium Ridge Molds
Turnall Holdings had a tile ridge making machine manufactured in South Africa. The challenge they had was to serve foreign currency for other major requirements thus instead of having accessories done in South Africa, they approached us. The product they wanted was an aluminium tile ridge mold to suit the new machine.
Challenges
- Foreign currency conservation requirements
- Precision mold manufacturing to suit South African machine
- Sample testing and validation required
Solutions
- Local manufacturing expertise deployed
- Sample production for testing and validation
- Quality assurance before main production
Results
- Successful sample testing completed
- 2000 units manufactured and delivered
- Significant foreign currency savings achieved
Project Success
Another successful project delivered on time and within budget, exceeding client expectations.
Emergency Bronze Impellers
After having received an inquiry for pumps for Chimanimani Pump Station that had been washed away by the Cyclone, Cochrane Pumps engaged us to make bronze impellers for the range of pumps they wanted to manufacture.
Challenges
- Urgent delivery deadline due to emergency
- 24/7 production requirement
- Critical infrastructure restoration needed
Solutions
- 24-hour continuous production schedule
- 2-day delivery commitment
- Community solidarity approach
Results
- Completed in just 2 days
- Critical pumping infrastructure restored
- Thousands of displaced people benefited
Project Success
Another successful project delivered on time and within budget, exceeding client expectations.
Cast Iron Rollers for Cotton Ginnery
After having been disappointed by the lead time from one of the foundries, the representatives of the Quton Seed company got a wind of Trade Station. They wanted 30 cast iron rollers machined and ready to fit on their dryer and buffer drum for the cotton ginnery.
Challenges
- Disappointed by previous supplier's lead time
- 30 precision cast iron rollers required
- Tight deadline for production season
Solutions
- Rapid casting and machining process
- Quality machining for precise fit
- Timely delivery for rubberizing process
Results
- All 30 rollers delivered on time
- Plant commissioned successfully
- Production running in time for season
Project Success
Another successful project delivered on time and within budget, exceeding client expectations.
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