Mechanical Engineering Equipment Exhibitions
First Quarter 2006
News & events
Auma, ACE/Micropul, Techmatic BSM, Bonfiglioli, Clyde Bergermann, Drytech, Dymot, Entramarc, Filtaflo, Flowseal, Hydromobile, Rand Blower, Scorpio and Uvex are the current members of an association of companies in various fields of the mechanical engineering industry. The association was born so long ago that nobody can remember exactly when it came into being.
There is evidence that the original members embarked on a 'road show' in 1995, but there are people who remember MEEE being in existence earlier than that. The constitution states that membership will be restricted to a maximum of 15 member companies, and that members with opposition products or services come to an agreement between themselves as to whether or not to display and promote them at each show.
The aim of the members of the original companies that formed this association was, and still is, to pool resources for marketing purposes but not for any profit. Towards the end of each calendar year the members decide which geographical areas or towns/cities (in southern Africa) that are experiencing a building/refurbishing of various facilities and which of these would be worthwhile to visit. The plan is to have between eight and 10 exhibitions in a year with major events (eg, Electra Mining) in this industry often forming one of the 8-10 planned shows.
Members share the cost of each exhibition equally, which makes these shows financially viable even for small companies. Each member company invites their own or prospective customers to the show and displays a small exhibition stand, or actual product along with banners and sometimes branded give-aways. Meetings are held when deemed necessary to discuss successes, challenges, future projects in the industry, and planning of future shows. This pooling of customers, suppliers, manufacturers, event co-ordination/management and finance, facilitates cross selling opportunities, and networking with companies that would normally not be easily accessible.
An administrator/planner/coordinator is contracted to arrange the shows, keep all members up to date with regards to information about exhibitions, budget and invoice for each show, and assist with branding, marketing and PR.
Dates of the exhibitions are as follows: May (day to be confirmed) - Richards Bay and Durban; 20 June - Vanderbijlpark; 25 July - Lephalale; August (day to be confirmed) - Johannesburg East; and October (day to be confirmed) - Witbank.
For more information contact Sue Morrell, MEEE, +27 (0) 82 468 6585, [email protected] or Graham Christie, +27 (0) 83 602 6545, [email protected]
Further reading:
Next-generation motor management solution
Schneider Electric South Africa
News & events Other technologies
Schneider Electric has launched its TeSys Tera motor management solution in the West African market, combining advanced motor protection, digital connectivity and real-time diagnostics for manufacturing, mining and water applications.
Read more...
Integrated Air Solutions places energy efficiency at centre stage
News & events
Integrated Air Solutions will showcase Tier 1 compressor brands, advanced technologies and compressed air solutions at Electra Mining Africa 2026, with energy efficiency and total cost of ownership at the core of its exhibition theme.
Read more...
SI programme strengthens partner ecosystem
Schneider Electric South Africa
News & events
Schneider Electric will soon officially launch its new System Integrator (SI) Programme, which will mark a major change in how the company partners with industrial automation specialists across Southern, East and West Africa.
Read more...
OMRON Robotics demos next-generation autonomous mobile robots
Editor's Choice News & events Robotics & Mechatronics
Advancing smarter material flow with the all-new LD-150 and LD-300 AMRs, OMRON Robotics demonstrated the next generation of its flagship LD series autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) at Automate 2026 in June.
Read more...
Pump spares and parts for Africa
News & events
KSB Pumps and Valves explains how its decentralised stockholding and local manufacturing keep spares and parts available across its installed base in Africa.
Read more...
The hidden heroes who shape Africa’s industrial future
Bosch Rexroth Africa
Editor's Choice News & events
Behind every industrial success story, there’s a human one. Their names may never appear on a project signboard or in a headline. Yet their expertise and determination keep industries moving every day.
Read more...
Bühler Southern Africa leads industry dialogue on apprenticeships
Editor's Choice News & events
Bühler Southern Africa brought together representatives from industry, government and international organisations on
30 June 2026 to explore how quality apprenticeships can help bridge the gap between high youth unemployment and industry demand for skilled technical workers.
Read more...
Drive technology for the agricultural sector
SEW-EURODRIVE
News & events
SEW-EURODRIVE’s advanced drive, automation and condition monitoring technologies are helping agricultural businesses.
Read more...
New digital tool reconditioning portal puts customers fully in control
News & events
Sandvik Coromant has upgraded its tool reconditioning service for solid round tools. The upgraded service replaces a previously manual, multi-stage workflow with a streamlined, fully online experience that dramatically reduces quotation and turnaround times.
Read more...
New automation innovations on show at Electra Mining Africa 2026
News & events
South African engineers are leaders in innovation and technology development. Many of these innovations and newly automated systems will be on display at the largest trade show of its kind in southern Africa, Electra Mining Africa 2026, taking place in Johannesburg later this year.
Read more...
printer friendly version