Member's Testimonials

“One of the most significant benefits of SAEFA membership is their proactive communication, providing answers to industry questions even before they arise. During challenging times, such as an acquisition, SAEFA’s support and advice were invaluable in ensuring fair and transparent labour migration”.

J van Gaalen & Son (Pty) Ltd, a specialist in general engineering and sheet metal work for the agriculture sector, particularly in poultry and pig equipment fabrication, can attest to the immense value of being a member of SAEFA. Our motivation to join SAEFA came from the need for an organisation...

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“SAEFA has played a crucial role in engaging and training us on legislation and industry-related changes, which has been invaluable during challenging times”.

West Rand Engineering Works (Pty) Ltd partnered with SAEFA to align with their mission of advancing fair and legal workplace practices and achieving industrial peace. As a key supplier in the manufacturing sector, we provide essential products such as valves, pipe fittings, hoses, and couplings for the mining and water...

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“Being a member of SAEFA has positively impacted our company, particularly during restructuring after lockdown. Networking with other members has helped us form valuable connections and partnerships, advancing our company further”.

As a leading manufacturer and distributor of fasteners, commonly known as nuts and bolts, CBC Fasteners (Pty) Ltd sought to align with an independent association that better suited our evolving business needs. We found SAEFA's balanced approach to labor relations highly beneficial. One key advantage is that wage increases are...

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“Our longstanding membership with SAEFA spans through different management eras, underscoring our trust in their steadfast values and ethical practices. SAEFA isn’t just about addressing employer concerns; they champion the future of manufacturing”.

As operators of a machine shop specialising in CNC production machining, Robb & Carter Manufacturing serves diverse sectors such as railway, mining, and formwork industries, alongside jobbing work for various other sectors. Our reputation hinges on delivering non-standard and safety-critical fasteners and parts, crucial to our customers' operations Read more

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“The most significant benefit of being a member of SAEFA is the immediate access to experts for any HR or IR issues or advice. SAEFA has empowered employers by providing a strong voice during industry wage negotiations”.

At W Fearnehough T/A Zanogen Machine Knives, we manufacture, supply, re-grind, and sharpen superior-quality machine knives and industrial blades for the steel, paper, plastic, recycling, and timber industries. Our decision to join SAEFA was driven by the need to access expert information and services related to labour law and bargaining council...

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“Being a member has positively impacted our company by keeping us up to date with all labour legislation and ensuring that all conflict resolution cases are well-represented”.

Joining SAEFA has greatly benefited Copper Tubing Africa (Pty) Ltd, our company specialises in manufacturing copper tubing for domestic plumbing purposes. We were initially motivated to join SAEFA due to their active support for the interests of small and medium-sized enterprises. Our experience since joining has been exceptional. The benefits of...

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“One of the most significant benefits of being a SAEFA member is their comprehensive support regarding labour relations. From short-time applications to retrenchments, they offer invaluable assistance and guidance. Gordon Angus and the team are always ready to listen and advise”.

At MSP Mine Support Products (Pty) Ltd, we specialise in manufacturing steel support products tailored for underground mining conditions and methods. Our extensive range enhances underground support systems and safety measures. Joining SAEFA motivated by their alignment with our company’s beliefs, particularly their realistic approach to wages and their...

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“We decided to join SAEFA, aligning with their grounded and realistic approach to collective bargaining that balances the needs of the industry, employers, and labour”.

As a company with over 35 years of experience in providing anti-corrosion protection and galvanising services, Transvaal Galvanisers can confidently say that joining SAEFA has been a has been a game-changer for our business. Our sister company, IMAB Power, with over 50 years of expertise in manufacturing structural steel components...

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“When we initially joined SAEFA it was a strategic decision motivated by our need for representation that truly understood and advocated for the interests of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)”

Our partnership with SAEFA has been crucial to our company's growth and development Founded in 1967, our company specialises in high precision NC Machining and Engineering for diverse industries including Mining, Automotive, General Engineering, and Agricultural sectors. Over the years, our focus has evolved, and today, our flagship product line is...

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“We decided to join SAEFA, aligning with their grounded and realistic approach to collective bargaining that balances the needs of the industry, employers, and labour”.

Scamont Engineering is proud to be a leading Original Equipment Manufacturer of the renowned Scamont range of pumps, including positive displacement pumps and multistage centrifugal pumps widely used in mining applications. After the 2014 metal industry strikes, we recognised the need for a more active and meaningful representation of employers...

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