About Us

Industrial Manufacturing Systems Southern Africa (“IMS-SA”) was founded by Hannes Crouse.  His career expands over 18 years of servicing industry as an equipment solutions supplier in various industries covering many types of applications and project solutions, manual and robotic.  He has built many relationships in various industries and have come accustomed to what local manufacturing companies need and expect from solution providers / equipment suppliers.  

The mission statement of IMS-SA is to help customers find cost effective, workable solutions in manufacturing applications to ensure repeatable quality, speed and reliability in a stable, safe and profitable production environment.  This will be accompanied by local aftersales support as well as training on the equipment invested in.

Applications catered for includes, but are not limited, to welding, product handling, end of line palletizing, de-palletizing, gluing, foaming, sealer, gasketing,  potting, oiling, greasing, cleaning, polishing, grinding, pallet stabilization, primary and secondary packaging, paint applications, protective coatings, peelable coatings pre-treatment, insulation, machine tending, etc.

IMS-SA have secured strategic partners in various industries as well as distribution rights on many products to enable turnkey solutions. Projects and solutions can be off the shelf, manual or robotic equipment or custom designed to meet specific needs and requirements of the customer.

Industries serviceable includes, but are not limited to, Electronics, LED, glazing, construction, aerospace, transportation, renewable energy, glass, train, truck, wheels, automotive, home appliance, packaging, graphics, mattresses manufacturing, building supplies, woodworking, mining machinery and parts, container, steel construction, heavy equipment, pressure vessel, ship building, agriculture, logistics, postal automation, education, food and beverage, furniture etc.

IMS-SA can assist to locate and source critical components to you in the shortest time possible.  These may include components for, amongst other, pneumatics, linear technology, assembly technology, electric drives and controls, vacuum technology, process valves, safety fence, filters etc.

Contact us for a site visit and introduction meeting.  We look forward to your call and to build a beneficial long-lasting relationship with you.

Code of conduct:

We are a company grounded in Christian values of humility, honesty, integrity, respect, kindness and a sense of community responsibility.  We strive to create eternal value by honouring God in all we do.  This is reflected in how we conduct our business and how we care for our partners in business, customers, employees and community.