//About VULKAN Africa
VULKAN Africa, established in 1997, is the Sub-Saharan subsidiary of the global VULKAN Group, delivering driveline solutions, industrial braking systems, and refrigeration technology across Africa’s key industries.
With industrial headquarters in Johannesburg and a marine headquarters in Cape Town, we combine German-engineered excellence with deep knowledge of African markets. Our team provides end-to-end lifecycle support from design and consultancy to manufacturing, refurbishment, stockholding, and world-class field service.
We proudly serve industries including mining, steel, energy, oil & gas, and marine, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and sustainability for partners across Sub-Saharan Africa.
MARINE
Hybrid Propulsion and Drive Systems
From conventional propulsion to advanced hybrid systems, VULKAN's marine solutions optimize vessel performance, reduce fuel consumption and lower emissions. Our flexible couplings, shaft components, and hybrid drive solutions serve harbour tugs, offshore vessels, and commercial shipping across Africa ports.
INDUSTRY AND ENERGY
Power Transmission for Heavy Industry
Rigid, flexible, and highly flexible couplings. Braking systems and backstops. Hydrodynamic drives. VULKAN Africa delivers complete driveline solutions for mining conveyors, crushers, mills, wind turbines, and conventional power plants - designed for the demans of African operating conditions.
REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING
Safe Tube Connection without Brazing
The LOKRING Technology is a method in which pipes and components are permanently connected without soldering or welding.
This process is mainly used in refrigeration and air-conditioning systems because it is fast, safe, and can be performed without an open flame. VULKAN Africa is your trusted partner throughout the continent.
LET'S MAKE YOUR SYSTEMS WORK BETTER
Our team of highly trained and experienced staff are passionate about bringin German-engineered solutions customized for an African context. Contact us to discuss your requirements in marine, industrial, or refrigeration applications.
22 Cumberland Rd, Paarden Eiland, 7405 Cape Town, South Africa
+27 11 609 1339