SEW-EURODRIVE (Pty) Ltd

16/06/2026

This Youth Day, we honour the courage and legacy of the young people who shaped South Africa’s history, while recognising the critical role today’s youth play in building its future.

𝐒𝐄𝐖‑𝐄𝐔𝐑𝐎𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄 remains committed to empowering young individuals through skills development and training, helping to unlock their potential and drive sustainable growth.

14/06/2026

Good luck to our very own Sipho Kapara and Nico Schutte, together with his wife Denise Schutte, who will be running the Comrades Marathon today.

Wishing you strong legs, steady minds, and an unforgettable race day. We’ll be cheering you on every step of the way.

“𝐒𝐤𝐚 𝐅𝐞𝐥𝐚 𝐌𝐨𝐲𝐚” – 𝐍𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐮𝐩.

May this year's Comrades Marathon motto carry you all the way to the finish line.

12/06/2026

𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴

In many solar projects, the drive system only receives attention once issues start to appear. Installation takes longer than planned, wiring becomes difficult to manage, or faults show up in the field.

Most of this comes down to systems built from too many separate components that all need to work together reliably.
Bringing those elements together makes a real difference.

With 𝑴𝑶𝑽𝑰𝑮𝑬𝑨𝑹®, the motor, gear unit and electronics are combined into a single compact solution. This reduces interfaces, simplifies installation with a single cable, and makes the system easier to manage on site.

In practice, that means less wiring, fewer installation errors, and lower effort over the lifetime of the plant. A simpler system that delivers where it matters.

Learn more here: https://www.sew-eurodrive.co.za/products/decentralized-drives-mechatronics/antriebseinheit-/movigear-classic-drive-unit/drive-unit-movigear-classic.html

11/06/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝟒𝟎

Meet Nick McKey, an External Sales Representative whose path into engineering was far from conventional, but one shaped by passion, determination and resilience.

Starting out in a new industry can be daunting, but with the support of his team, Nick soon found his confidence. His journey has been one of growth, with a few unforgettable moments along the way, including ending up knee deep in sludge during a mine visit.

These real experiences are what build trust, strengthen relationships and create lasting partnerships

🎥 Watch Nick’s story.

08/06/2026

We’re exited to be part of the African Petrochemicals and Energy Roadshow. It’s a great opportunity to engage with the industry, share what we’re working on, and connect around the challenges and opportunities shaping the sector.
If you’re attending, we invite you to stop by our stand and connect with the team.

✨𝐄𝐱𝐡𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭
𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫: 𝐖𝐞'𝐫𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐄𝐖-𝐄𝐔𝐑𝐎𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫
📌SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa is a trusted partner to the petrochemical and mining sectors, delivering advanced drive automation and power transmission solutions. Operating from its state-of-the-art 26,000 m² headquarters in Aeroton, Johannesburg, the company offers locally assembled gear units, variable speed drives and condition monitoring systems like DriveRadar® to enhance operational efficiency and reduce downtime. Its commitment to innovation and local support ensures tailored solutions for Africa’s most demanding industrial environments.

05/06/2026

Unplanned downtime and reactive maintenance come at a high cost.

𝐆𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 is designed to help shift your operations toward a more predictable, data-driven maintenance approach, improving reliability and reducing lifecycle costs.

You get to choose one of three plans that works for you:

𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧
Preventive maintenance with vibration analysis, oil sampling, and thermography — Tailored discount on spares

𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧
Condition-based maintenance with advanced diagnostics, including endoscopic inspections and laser alignment — Tailored discount on spares

𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧
A proactive strategy with DriveRadar® remote monitoring, predictive diagnostics, and expert recommendations — Tailored discount on spares, plus priority response

With 𝐆𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞, maintenance becomes a strategic tool to increase uptime, reduce risk, and protect critical assets.

30/05/2026

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐆𝐪𝐞𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐚 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞

A proudly South African innovation is delivering precision at scale in catalytic converter manufacturing - powered by 𝐒𝐄𝐖-𝐄𝐔𝐑𝐎𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄’s advanced servo technology.

Jendamark’s high-speed “shrinker” adapts in real time to every component, achieving exceptional accuracy, faster cycle times and proven reliability across millions of units produced worldwide.

𝑮𝒍𝒐𝒃𝒂𝒍 𝒔𝒖𝒄𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈.

Read the full article to see how this solution is redefining automated manufacturing: https://www.crown.co.za/sparks-electrical-news/contractors-corner/36525-jendamark-catalyst-shrinking-technology-leverages-sew-eurodrive-precision

29/05/2026

𝟒𝟎 𝐘𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐏𝐔𝐑𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐄. 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄. 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒.

In 2026, 𝐒𝐄𝐖‑𝐄𝐔𝐑𝐎𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄 South Africa celebrates 40 years of building, innovating, and growing together.

As we reflect on this milestone, we are proud to share
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝟒𝟎: 𝐑𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬.

This is simply a look back. It is a celebration of the people who shaped who we are.

Throughout the year, we will be sharing honest, unscripted conversations with the individuals behind our story. Technicians, engineers, partners, leaders, and pioneers. Each voice adds depth to our journey, capturing the moments, challenges, and decisions that defined our path.

Because behind every system, every solution, and every innovation, there are people who showed up, stayed committed, and built something meaningful together.

This milestone is not only about how far we have come. It is about the strength of the relationships that carried us here, and the shared purpose that continues to guide us forward.

We invite you to join us, take a seat in the Red Chair, and be part of the journey.

28/05/2026

For over 40 years, 𝐒𝐄𝐖-𝐄𝐔𝐑𝐎𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄 South Africa’s success has been rooted in a powerful partnership with its German parent, one that goes beyond support and into true collaboration.

Through global technical steering committees, shared expertise, and ongoing skills development in Germany, local teams are equipped to meet international standards while addressing uniquely African challenges.

Whether it’s navigating supply chain disruptions, energy constraints, or evolving customer demands, this partnership ensures solutions are both globally informed and locally relevant.

𝑺𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝒈𝒓𝒐𝒘𝒕𝒉 𝒊𝒔𝒏’𝒕 𝒃𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝒊𝒔𝒐𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, 𝒊𝒕’𝒔 𝒅𝒓𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒏 𝒃𝒚 𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒚 𝒆𝒙𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘𝒍𝒆𝒅𝒈𝒆, 𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒏 𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒈𝒚, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒊𝒏𝒗𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆.

Read the full article to see how this collaboration is strengthening engineering capability across Africa: https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/collaboration-embeds-resilience-in-turbulent-times-2026-05-22