Drew
Engineering
Precision · Innovation · Excellence
Experience
Bringing Ideas
To Life
At Drew Engineering, we bring ideas to life through precision, creativity, and a passion for practical design. Founded and operated by two brothers, our business offers a variety of professional services including engineering design & draughting, machining & fabrication, 3D prototyping, 3D laser scanning, and specialized bending services.
With years of combined experience in structural, mechanical, and civil projects, we pride ourselves on delivering solutions that are not only functional but also efficient and cost-effective.
We work closely with our clients to understand their needs, adapt to their challenges, and provide practical, innovative solutions — turning ideas into reality, one design at a time.
Our Services
Comprehensive engineering solutions across design, machining, fabrication and project management — all under one coordinated scope.
Design & Draughting
- Structural and mechanical draughting
- 3D Modelling
- Fabrication ready drawings & site documentation
- Mechanical, Structural & Civil Engineering
- Electrical & Equipment Integration
- OEM Reverse engineering & redesign
- Pressure vessel design (applicable codes)
Machining
- In-house CNC machining
- Conventional machining for specialised applications
- Small-to-medium batch production
- Tight tolerance machining for industrial components
- Product design / development (start to finish)
EPCM & Turnkey Projects
- Conceptual & Feasibility Studies
- Detailed multi-discipline engineered designs
- Procurement and supplier management
- Site installation, structural erections
- Laser alignment & precision installation
- Cold and hot commissioning support
- As-built documentation & handover
3D Laser Scanning
- Scan to CAD modelling
- As-built plant and equipment models
- Reverse engineering of worn components
- Clash detection for new installations
- Dimensional verification & QA reporting
- Pre- and post-installation verification
Fabrication
- Manufacturing of frames, platforms & brackets
- Custom structural assemblies & enclosures
- Precision welding, cutting and bending
- Assembly and finishing to strict quality standards
Mining Plant Engineering
- Gold, platinum & iron ore processing plants
- Crushing and screening circuits
- Milling circuits (SAG, ball mills & auxiliaries)
- Bulk material handling systems
Equipment Refurbishment
- Refurbishment of crushers, mills & gearboxes
- On-site and workshop-based rebuilds
- Laser alignment: Mill drive trains, Kilns, Gearboxes
- Couplings and rotating equipment
Reverse Engineering & OEM
- OEM-equivalent replacement parts (Girth Gears, Pinions, White Metal Bearings)
- Design improvements over original OEM designs
- Material upgrades & manufacturability improvements
- Full engineering justification and drawings
- In-house manufacturing and quality control
Laser Cutting & Processing
- Precision laser cutting
- CNC press braking
- Rolling and forming
- Weld preparation profiles
- Kit based fabrication supply
- One-stop steel supply and processing
Capabilities
State-of-the-art machinery and equipment enabling precision work across all project scales.
Draughting
- Structural Draughting
- Mechanical Draughting
- Civil Draughting
- Assembly and installation documentation
- Reverse engineering of parts and assemblies
- Scan to CAD 3D Modelling
- Clash detection analysis
- FEA Analysis
- DEM Analysis
Machining
- Centre Lathe: 800mm Swing × 4m
- Centre Lathe: 700mm Swing × 3m
- Centre Lathe: 400mm Swing × 1.5m
- Centre Lathe: 300mm Swing × 2.5m
- Horizontal Boring Mill: 103mm Spindle
- Milling Machine: 400mm × 1.2m bed
- CNC Milling Machine: 400mm × 1m bed
- Radial Arm Drill: 1.5m Swing × 1m Travel
- Vertical Boring Mill: 1.15m Swing
- Thread Cutting: M16–M48 × 6m
Fabrication
- Brake Press: 200 Ton × 3.2m
- Press: 125 Ton
- Guillotine: 12mm × 3.2m
- Roller: 1mm × 2.7m Long
- Stick Welders: 4 × 500 AMP
- CO2 Welders: 5 × 500 AMP
- Holding Oven: 450kg
- Hole Punch: Max 16mm plate
- Forklift: 5 Ton
- Forklift: 2.5 Ton
Trusted By
Proud to collaborate with leading companies across South Africa's engineering and industrial sectors.
Contact Details
Ready to start your project? Get in touch with our team and we'll respond promptly.
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Address
57 Jannie de Waal Str, S.W.1Vanderbijlpark, 1911
Registration
Reg. No: 2023/717050/07