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17 May 2021

Agrinet appoints a new sales executive

Agrinet appointed Eben van Zyl as its new sales executive.  Newly appointed, Agrinet sales executive, Eben van Zyl will be responsible for the strategic leadership of the sales departments within the business and will contribute to the overall growth strategy; helping the business to achieve further success. His responsibilities include management of the National Sales Division, growth of the team and development of...
17 May 2021

John Deere Expands Construction Brand in Africa

John Deere announces plans to expand its construction line-up to eighteen countries across southern and western Africa, where Deere-branded construction products were not previously available.   This expansion, which will include the availability of backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, motor graders, and crawler dozers, will be sold and supported by independent, newly appointed John Deere dealers,...
17 May 2021

The perfect strike with Strike-Arc

Welding is a very dynamic and growing industry and with the improvement in welding technology, machines have become easier to use, more portable and affordable.   This has caused a big shift towards lighter industrial use and more DIY enthusiasts buying welding equipment.  More and more individuals are starting with their own projects and it is also...
22 Apr 2021

S.A Leading paint tutor passes away

Antonio “Toni” Stella, one of the most experienced tutors in the SA paint industry, has passed away at the age of 69. A former Training Manager at the SA Paint Manufacturing Association (SAPMA), he died on March 22 after a short battle with cancer. Stella held a Diploma in Analytical Chemistry and spent his entire...
25 Feb 2021

Unlocking opportunity in 2021!

When retailers join the Ingco family, they choose to become part of the Ingco success story. Joining forces with Ingco creates an opportunity for retailers to continuously grow brands on its shelves and benefit from excellent profit margins while adding value for customers.   “The Ingco promise of professional tools made affordable, together with a steady and consistent commitment to customers has made us a trusted partner...
25 Feb 2021

Training is vital for business growth

Enterprise and supplier development training; skill development training; and a range of other training models are so important for sustaining a growing business. Training is the process of increasing the knowledge and skills of the workforce to enable them to perform their jobs effectively. A process whereby an individual acquires job-related skills and knowledge. Training plays an important role in developing...
25 Feb 2021

The passing of an industry icon

South African manufacturer Pratley announced with much sadness the passing of its managing director, Kim Pratley on 19 January 2021. World first plastic putty Kim’s father, George ‘Monty’ Pratley, established the company in 1948. During the 1960s, the company invented and produced the world’s first epoxy putty. Initially intended for insulating and affixing terminals to...
25 Feb 2021

Promac expansion to mark 30th anniversary

Promac Paints; a privately-owned South African paint producer has expanded its operations with the installation of additional automation and capacity at its Silverton, Pretoria plant.   After the company’s new expansion; and the acquisition of the 51-year-old Cedar Paints two years ago. Promac now has an impressive total production capacity of 60 million litres.  The founders’ aim The company founded in 1991 by Vaughan Prost and Stephen...
25 Feb 2021

Mapei extends its product solutions

Mapei has built a reputation in the local and international construction industry for supplying durable products for all types of construction projects.   The Mapei Group consists of 90 subsidiaries with 83 plants in five continents. It has built a solid reputation in the construction industry for supplying durable products for all types of floor and wall coverings such as...
14 Sep 2020

Matus makes a move

Matus had spent around 28 years in its operations building based in Durban, but the time has come and to move on and they are now situated at new address in Springfield Park, Durban.

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