About Vereeniging Foundries
Vereeniging Foundries (Pty) Ltd is a privately owned company. It was established in 1964 initially as a cast iron and bronze foundry in the Vaal triangle, which is situated 60km south of Johannesburg.
Our Services
Short Overview
Pattern shop:
Fully equipped in-house pattern shop with full-time pattern makers with assistants.
We can manufacture any size patterns in hardwood (Meranti), resins, or aluminium, either as loose patterns, single patterns mounted on boards or multiple patterns on boards.
We also manufacture polystyrene patterns for once-off castings.
(We use moulding boxes, and patterns are not in frames.)
Pattern store:
We store our own patterns as well as customers patterns in our 2000m3 pattern store and keep accurate records. All patterns are covered by our own insurance.
Melting bay:
2x1000kg Radyne induction furnaces, 1x500kg + 1x300kg Vulcan induction furnaces. For non-ferrous we use 2x150kg gas fired crucible furnaces.
Green sand production foundry:
In our fully automated production foundry we use standard 18”x14”and 20”x14” moulding boxes. Up to 65 sets of moulds can be made per hour.
Ferrous foundry:
Consisting of heavy bay, light bay, core shop, fettling bay, sand reclaiming bay and inspection and dispatch bay.
Non-ferrous foundry:
We deliver standard and flanged bronze and brass pre-machined bushes within 3 to 5 working days.
Laboratory & QA:
All chemical analyses are done in-house with our new Bruker Q4 Polo spectrometer. Hardness tests are also done in-house with our Brinella hardness tester.
All instruments are calibrated on regular intervals.
Destructive and non-destructive tests are sub-contracted to independent contractors. We use VML (Vaal Metallurgical Laboratories), who are SANAS accredited, for destructive tests. Non-destructive tests are sub contracted. We comply to ISO standards.
Heat treatment:
Currently all heat treatment is sub-contracted, however we are in the planning phases to do our own heat treatment in-house.
Stocks:
We carry various sizes cast iron bushes and solids in stock.
We are also prepared to carry fast moving stocks (t’s & c’s apply) to ensure better lead times.
Why Choose Vereeniging Foundries
Over 60 Years of Proven Industry Experience
Established in 1964, Vereeniging Foundries has more than six decades of experience supplying high-quality castings to the mining, agricultural, pump, and general engineering industries. We are a trusted and approved supplier to leading industrial companies across South Africa and proud members of SAIF and SEIFSA..
Fully Integrated, Modern Foundry Facilities
Our modern 7,200 m² foundry, located on a 43,000 m² industrial site, offers comprehensive in-house capabilities. These include a fully equipped pattern shop, automated green sand production, ferrous and non-ferrous foundries and dedicated inspection and dispatch bays—ensuring efficient production and consistent quality.
Quality Assurance You Can Rely On
All chemical analysis and hardness testing are conducted in-house using calibrated equipment, including our Bruker Q4 Polo spectrometer and Brinell hardness tester. Destructive and non-destructive testing is performed by SANAS-accredited laboratories, ensuring full compliance with ISO standards and customer specifications..
Reliable Delivery, Fast Turnaround, and Growth Capacity
Our automated production systems enable high output and reliable lead times. We carry selected cast iron stock and can hold fast-moving items to support customer demand. With additional mini factories available and future heat treatment planned in-house, we are well positioned for long-term partnerships and growth.
