BACK TO THE FUTURE...

After two years of difficult trading conditions, during which time Vera Cruz experienced shrinking margins which in turn led to a certain amount of belt tightening, there are definite signs of an improvement in the market place. What is particularly gratifying is that it would appear that there is an across the board improvement being experienced by our clients.

Other plus factors that are signs that the “good ol' days” are on their way back are:

1. Almost without ...read more

VERA CRUZ’S AGRICULTURAL DIVISION

John F. Marshall is an emerging supplier in the agriculture and industry sectors. They sell poultry, abattoir, food processing, agricultural and entrepreneurial equipment to small and medium sized enterprises. The growth of John F. Marshall is due to the dedication and experience of its staff who consistently strive for high quality products at affordable prices, helping their clients make a healthy profit.

COMPANY HISTORY
John F. Marshall was started by John ...read more

VERA CRUZ INVEST IN A BEUTLER, NOVA C-PRESS AND TOX MINI-HANDHELD TONGS

In line with Vera Cruz’s commitment to provide our clients with outstanding service and competitive pricing, we have invested in a Beutler, Nova C-Press. “Investing in the latest manufacturing technologies is an absolute priority,” smiles Managing Director, Colin David.

“We always strive to keep abreast of technological advancements here at Vera Cruz,” states Production Manager, Geoff David, “so we have invested in high-speed automated pressing operations.” The Bea ...read more

BENDET POWDER COATING SEMINAR

During the last few months Vera Cruz staff members have been attending informative workshops at the Bendet Engineering Head Office. Bendet Engineering Services (Pty) Ltd specialises in turn-key solutions for powder coating systems. They have been in this business for over 25 years and have grown considerably due to their continual advancement and highly experienced staff.

They have been running workshops to inform clientele of the newest technologies, as well as suggestions for th ...read more

VERA CRUZ IN METALWORKING NEWS

When I last visited the Vera Cruz Manufacturing (VCM) facility, just under three years ago, you could sense there was a mood of excitement and anticipation in the company.

VCM were experiencing a strong upswing in business and at the time MD Colin David said: “This growth is attributable to the growth of our clients, coupled with the major investments that we have made in technology recently.”

Investment in new equipment was in the region of R 9 mill ...read more

VERA CRUZ BILLBOARD ON THE R21 PAMONA EXIT

If you drive down the R21 from Pretoria going south, you will see Vera Cruz’s newest addition. Looking up and to your left when nearing the Pamona exit, you will easily spot our new billboard. Billie David, our Financial Director had her eye on this board long before it became available, “I knew it was just what Vera Cruz needed,” she stated as she looks at the photos with a satisfied smile.

We had many options of course, but we believe that this board, with its 2 925 000 p ...read more

VERA CRUZ LAUNCH CYCLING TEAM

Vera Cruz Manufacturing used the tenth annual Forest to Falls mountain bike race in Graskop last month to launch its cycling team. Members of the newly formed Team Vera Cruz entered the 35 km half marathon as well as the full marathon of 75 km. The courses were challenging but, as with most riding in the Mpumalanga area, extremely rewarding. Team riders Gary Coleman and Udo Juterbock distinguished themselves with very credible finishing times and as a result placed well in their respective ca ...read more

VERA CRUZ IN TRUMPF EXPRESS

Vera Cruz Manufacturing is featured on the cover of Trumpf Express, Trumpf’s quarterly in-house publication. This high quality magazine boasts an estimated worldwide circulation of 20 000 copies, making this quite an achievement. Vera Cruz is only the second South African company to be featured in Trumpf Express, after World Power Products’ coverage some years ago.

Mr. Ralf Schluricke of Pr+Co (Trumpf’s publishing consultant), visited Vera Cruz’s manufacturing plant in Germ ...read more

VERA CRUZ ADDS MOTOMAN ROBOTIC WELDER

Vera Cruz has recently commissioned a second Motoman Robotic welder. The Motoman-HP20 6-axis robotic manipulator, fitted with an SKS MIG welding torch is virtually identical to the first unit which has been running for approximately 2 years.

The biggest difference between the new and old machines is the layout of the cells. The new machine has been installed between 2 large (3m x 800mm) fixture tables which means that it is much better suited to large components. With 2 fixture tabl ...read more

OUR PANEL BENDER IS HERE!

Early on Monday the 26th of January, we get the question – ‘Where do these trucks go?’. That can mean only one thing - our panel bender is here! Immediately, the scale of our investment is apparent. The line of trucks and rigging equipment seems to be unending. Disassembled, our Salvagnini P4-2516 has filled 3 x 40 foot containers, one of which is an open top container. This is because the only way to load and unload the massive 22 ton machine body is with special lifting equipme ...read more

OUR PANEL BENDER IS ON ITS WAY!

As announced at our recent open day, Vera Cruz has officially placed an order for a Salvagnini P4 2516 Panel Bender. This machine will be leaving the Salvagnini plant in Austria on the 15th of December and should arrive in Durban on the 27th of January. Once the machine arrives in Johannesburg, the 6 weeks installation and training will begin. This means that the machine should be fully operational by the end of March.

"I can’t wait to see just what we can do on the Salvagini ...read more

THANKS FOR JOINING US AT THE VERA CRUZ OPEN DAY

Vera Cruz recently hosted the much anticipated annual Open Day on 24th October 2008. This year’s event offered guests the opportunity to meet the Vera Cruz staff face to face, experience their hospitality, and get the inside track on our machines and their capabilities. Not only did we show our latest technology but we gave our guests a glimpse of future expansion plans for our new factory.

The day commenced with enthusiasm as the factory tours got underway. The tours included a s ...read more

LOUISE CARVER PERFORMS AT THE VERA CRUZ OPEN DAY: 24TH OCTOBER 2008!!!

The Vera Cruz Open day is an opportunity to come see our machinery and meet our staff face to face. Not only will you see how your product gets manufactured but we may just inspire new ideas.

Date: Friday 24th October 2008
Place: Veracruz manufacturing
Address: No 6 Jonas Road, Driehoek Ext, Germiston
RSVP: 9th October 2008

VERA CRUZ AND SALVAGNINI SET TO CONCLUDE DEAL

Following a visit to Vera Cruz's new factory by Salvagnini's South African Area Manager, Harald Schoisswol, a deal between the two companies seems imminent. Schoisswol is confident that Vera Cruz has the technical ability as well as the range of products necessary to fully utilise the capabilities of Salvagnini's benchmark-setting panelbender.

"The Salvagnini machine has phenomenal capabilities and will most probably revolutionise the way we design," says Senior Design Draughtsman D ...read more

VERA CRUZ ADDS THE FUSO FM16-253 TO ITS FLEET

Due to increased throughput as a result of an ever-widening client base, Vera Cruz has purchased a Fuso FM16-253. The Fuso seemed an obvious choice, thanks to the outstanding economy and reliability shown by its 4 tonne Fuso truck that Vera Cruz bought about a year ago.

"We are looking forward to being able to better service our clients with our new truck," says Managing Director Colin David. "In fact we have already placed an order for a trailer as well, which will almost double th ...read more