CAW News

Find the latest news on pumps, motors, repairs, maintenance, and more.

mining efficiency

How to Boost Mining Efficiency and Safety in South Africa

The mining sector in South Africa is a powerhouse of…

renewable energy services

CAW’s Holistic Support for Renewable Energy

In South Africa, now more than ever, a sustainable and well-maintained…

armature winders cape town

Industry Trends: Armature Winding Technology for a Sustainable Future

The Evolution of Armature Winding: A Technological Revolution In the…

arc spray engineering

Arc Spray: A Versatile and Cost-Effective Coating Solution for Cape Town Industries

Cape Town’s diverse industrial landscape, from its bustling harbour to…

flame and sparkproof motor certified repairs

How Certified Flameproof and Non-Sparking Motor Repairs Safeguard Hazardous Industries

Introduction to Hazardous Environments and Motor Safety In various industries,…

pump and motor repair and maintenance

Overcoming obstacles: The future of pump and motor technology across key sectors

The challenges faced by manufacturers, the mining industry, municipalities, renewable…

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Local Motor and Pump Repair Experts Cape Town

Industries thrive on the reliable operation of motors and pumps…

emergency repair pumps and motors

Emergency Repair Services: Preparing for the Unexpected with CAW

In the world of electromechanical machinery, ensuring the optimal functionality…

motor repair or replace

Choosing Between Motor Repair and Replacement: Factors to Consider

When your electric motor starts showing signs of wear or…

flame and sparkproof repairs

Flame, Spark, and Dust Proof Motor Repairs: Why You Need Certified Experts

In any industrial setting, safety is paramount. When dealing with…

generator service cape town

The Necessity of Generator Maintenance in Cape Town’s Business Landscape

Ensure Operational Resilience Amid Load Shedding with Generator Maintenance Load…

generator repairs cape town

The Importance of Generator Maintenance

Most of the Western Cape is dependent on generators during loadshedding. Find out the importance of generator maintenance to keep business’s operational.

pump cavitation

Pump Cavitation: What to do if you suspect your pump has a cavity

Is your centrifugal pump becoming increasingly noisy? If yes, there’s…

motor rewinding methods

Why use a motor rewinding service in Cape Town

If or when your electric motor isn’t working as expected,…

shutdown maintenance

Benefits of shutdown maintenance

Planning your shutdown maintenance can be a complicated process. However,…

caw soccer

CAW’s Winning Five-a-Side Football Team

  Precision. Excellence. Skill. All the things you’ve come to…

green drop maintenance

CAW – More than motor repairs

By George Epenetos As a family-owned and operated business in…

green drop

What you need to know about Green Drops

    Green Drops – What it is, RSA wastewater…

Workshop Manager

Workshop Manager – Senior Management

We’re hiring: Workshop Manager – Senior Management This is a…

Marine Senior Technician

Marine Senior Technician / Armature Winder

We’re hiring: Marine Senior Technician Minimum 20 years’ experience in…

pump repair

Why continued repair to motors and pumps may not be the solution

Almost every manufacturing plant, commercial building, and municipality depend on…

preventative predictive maintenance

How to Start a Preventative, Predictive Pump & Motor Maintenance Programme

Pumps and motors can be extended in life by performing…

motor rewinding methods

Motor Rewinding Methods

Electric motors need rewinding when they experience catastrophic motor failure.…

motor winding

Motor Winding Explored

Most mining, commercial, industrial, and military machines use electric motors…

motor winding in Cape Town

CAW Believes in Investing in Training to Invest in the Future

In the modern workplace, training and development has become a…

shutdown maintenance

Planning Your End-of-Year Maintenance Shutdown? 

Here’s what you need to know now, before you do.…

pump cavitation

Pump Cavitation – What it is, What Causes it, How to Prevent it

Pump cavitation has been a menace to pumps for many…

preventative maintenance

Why Predictive and Preventative Maintenance for South Africa’s Wastewater Treatment Plants are so Important

    The key to a long-lasting, reliable operation of…

renewable energy south africa

CAW Helps Third Party Energy Providers Keep Power Clean and Profitable in South Africa

Thanks to President Ramaphosa’s recent announcement that the license exemption…

motor testing

Why Testing Motors Matters

  Who Does ONLINE TESTING in the Western Cape? The…

How to Keep Renewable Energy Sustainable in South Africa

South Africa’s power and energy sector has dramatically evolved in…

procurement

Procurement Professional, 5 Quick Ways to Streamline 2023

  The days when procurement professionals’ only job was to…

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Eagerly Serving for 50 Years

How it all began In 1970, Mr Epenetos had a…

ESSENTIAL SERVICES

Cape Armature Winders will be open as an Authorized Essential…

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CAW’s encouraging BBBEE Partnership with Kamvalethu

CAW has been looking for a BBBEE partner that also…

CAW re-engages with the S.A. Navy for its second contract

The repairs partnership between CAW and the SA Navy has…

CAW ties in with Global partnering

In line with growth strategies Brett Osborn and Morris Golombick recently travelled to INDAR in Spain for training. The INDAR ISMML series is composed of submersible, water-filled and cooled motors designed for driving submersible pumps in a wide range of submerged applications.

electrical cape town

CAW Electrical Division is Here

CAW is very excited to announce and welcome Tony Dobson…

CAW teams busy at Sturrock dry dock in Cape Town

The Sturrock Dry Dock in the Port of Cape Town…

CAW partners with major pump OEMs

CAW has partnered with Sulzer, Rapid Allweiler, Wilo, Fedco, and…

CAW welcomes Gareth Smit to the Sales Team

We are pleased to announce the addition of Gareth Smit…

More regions now serviced through CAW teams

CAW ANNOUNCEMENT The implementation of our new business structure, the…

SA’s multi-million Vibrator Motor Test and Analysis Facility to open at CAW

With the official opening early next month, the Vibrator Motor…

CAW growth sparks new staff appointment

Featured in Cape Business News South African specialist in repairs…

CAW reaches BBBEE Level 2 Status

CAW is proud to announce that we have achieved a…

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CAW Operations

Forward momentum for Cape Armature Winders Cape Armature Winders (CAW)…

CAW’s Load Test Facility Meets Industry Needs

  CAW recently featured in the Maritime Review Africa publication,…

New Load Test Facility Fully Operational

Cape Armature Winder’s new load testing facility is now fully…

Big Developments for CAW

Cape Armature Winders (CAW), a specialist in the repairs and…

Biggest Pump Test Facility in the Cape

One of Cape Town’s leading specialists in the repairs and…

Breakthrough Motor Project for CAW

With Killarney Gardens-based Cape Armature Winders’ multi-million rand new test…

CAW repairs large 620kw electric motor

Cape Armature Winders (CAW) has recently completed the repair to…

Dealing with Motor Failures: Common Causes and Solutions

Protecting motor bearings and windings is the first step in…

Cape Armature Winders Wins SA Navy Contract

Cape Armature Winders was recently awarded an electrical contract in…

CAW at EASA Convention

George Epenetos was excited to represent Cape Armature Winders at…