Located in the Deal Party area of Gqeberha, and near to major transport links, BK Steel & Profiles, founded in 1995, specialises in profile cutting services and offers a diverse range of steel solutions to commercial and industrial clients across South Africa.
The recently opened new facility in Deal Party was made possible after a substantial investment undertaken with the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC). It was unveiled at a corporate launch event on 15 March. The event was attended by the IDC, VWSA, Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chambers, Exporters Eastern Cape, MEC Finance of DEDEAT, various suppliers, educators, and role players in the local industry. Brass Copper Pipe
The investment has allowed the company to reposition itself as a leading steel-cutting business in Nelson Mandela Bay, catering to customers within the industrial automation and automotive tool sectors across key regions such as the Eastern Cape, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng.
The new 4kW JFY fibre laser has a table bed size of 4 000mm x 2 000mm and is able to cut up to 20mm in thickness on mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium plate, and it is powered by a Trumpf TruFiber Cut 4000 source
Speaking at the launch, BK Steel and Profiles’ chief executive Shenny Naidoo said the company’s venture into steel cutting in the city signified not just its growth but a commitment to excellence and innovation in serving their clients.
It further underscored the region’s potential as a hub for industrial growth and innovation, he said.
“This significant expansion not only elevates our capabilities, but also creates opportunities for job growth,” Naidoo said.
“With an expanded array of services, we aim to collaborate closely with industry leaders, fostering mutually beneficial relationships and propelling each other’s businesses forward. Our primary focus lies in enhancing the supply chain within the automotive and industrial automation sectors.”
Naidoo continued that this would not have been possible without the support of the IDC, which provided the company with a substantial capital injection, enabling it to procure state-of-the-art equipment, including a cutting-edge fibre laser and an aluminium table saw machine, supplied by Puma Machine Tools.
“Our cutting-edge laser machine empowers us to slice through various steel types, including mild steel, aluminium, and stainless steel, with unparalleled precision and efficiency. Meanwhile, the table saw machine facilitates the precise cutting of aluminium sheets to meet our clients’ exact specifications, ranging from 5mm to 100mm in thickness.”
Gabor Varess and Chris Kroeger, both of Retecon and in the middle Shenny Naidoo of BK Steel & Profiles
He said BK Steel and Profiles remained committed to expanding its business and making meaningful contributions to the local and Eastern Cape economy.
“We are excited about the journey ahead and look forward to making a lasting impact in our industry and community.”
Finance MEC Mlungisi Mvoko also attended the launch.
Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber chief executive Denise van Huyssteen applauded BK Steel and Profiles for its forward-thinking approach.
“This investment helps to develop further and strengthen the company’s steel solutions capabilities, thus providing increased capacity and opportunity to grow their business,” she said.
“Very importantly, it will provide an option to businesses to procure steel-cutting services locally, thereby helping to retain and attract much needed local employment opportunities. We welcome the Industrial Development Corporation’s support to BK Steel and Profiles, and also its commitment to supporting the sustainability and growth of local businesses.”
BK Steel’s range of services encompasses CNC profile cutting, making use of top-tier profile cutting systems. Additionally, BK Steel provide flame cutting services, employing a thermo-chemical process for metal cutting.
They specialise in cutting mild steel plates spanning from 5mm to 300mm in thickness, tailored to meet the precise designs and specifications for customers. BK Steel clientele primarily operate in the automotive component manufacturing, jig and fixture production, tool and die making, mould making, and industrial automation industries.
BK Steel & Profiles cut aluminium plate, from 1mm up to 100mm, mild steel plate, from 1mm up to 100mm, stainless steel plate from 1mm up to 20mm and galvanised sheet from 1mm up to 16mm
Conveniently, BK Steel & Profiles extends a door-to-door service to clients located within the Eastern Cape, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Gauteng regions. Through adhering to rigorous internal quality processes, BK Steel can efficiently deliver significant volumes of steel within shorter timeframes.
Among a list of customers, BK Steel counts Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and Transnet Port Terminals amongst that list.
New JFY 4kW Fibre Laser The new 4kW JFY fibre laser has a table bed size of 4 000mm x 2 000mm and is able to cut up to 20mm in thickness on mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium plate, and it is powered by a Trumpf TruFiber Cut 4000 source.
The aluminium table saw will be used for cutting aluminium plates from 5mm up to 100mm in grade 6082, and is focused on toolmakers and machinists.
BK Steel also have 3 flame cutting machines.
“Currently our staff count is 10, but we are looking to increase our employment count up to 20 by the end of the year. Our factory size is 1 400m².”
“We also cut aluminium plate, from 1mm up to 100mm, mild steel plate, from 1mm up to 100mm, stainless steel plate from 1mm up to 20mm and galvanised sheet from 1mm up to 16mm.”
Mirror Prepainted Color Coated Aluminum Coil For further details contact BK Steel & Profiles on TEL: 041 484 1321 or visit www.bksteel.co.za