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Drakewoods’ corporate values shape every
interaction. Integrity ensures that words and
actions are aligned, while accountability
guarantees that every member of the team takes
ownership of results. Excellence is pursued through
best practice and continuous improvement, and
customer focus ensures tailored solutions for
diverse requirements. These principles, more than
words on a page, are embedded in the company’s
operations and culture.
Products and Solutions
Drakewoods’ extensive portfolio covers tooling,
consumables, machinery, welding equipment,
protective clothing and steel. Whether supplying
exotic or non-exotic metals, construction tools or
specialised engineering equipment, the company
provides a complete solution for industry.
The business has also distinguished itself in the
demanding field of shutdown and turnaround
services. Its offering includes onsite tooling
and equipment assessment, consumable stores
management, PPE bulk supply, and comprehensive
equipment solutions. In industries where downtime who understand client needs and can recommend
directly impacts profitability, this ability to deliver the right solutions to minimise operational risks.
rapid, reliable support makes Drakewoods a For customers, it means confidence in both the
valued partner. products supplied and the service that under-
pins them.
Driving Quality and Efficiency
Social Responsibility and Community Impact
Quality has always been a defining characteristic
of the company. A robust quality management Beyond business, Drakewoods takes its social
system aligns with both continuous improvement role seriously. As a forward-thinking company,
principles and customer expectations. By it has invested in initiatives that encourage
combining organisational training with individual young people to consider careers in science and
career development, Drakewoods ensures that engineering. By partnering with educational
staff expertise remains a competitive strength. programmes, NGOs and NPOs, Drakewoods
This focus on people, alongside its systems, has contributes to building the next generation of
contributed to the company’s proud record of zero technical professionals, ensuring that its industry
safety incidents. remains strong and sustainable.
The company’s efficiency is also enhanced by Looking Ahead
its direct-to-market approach. By sourcing tools The story of Drakewoods is one of continuity
and equipment directly from manufacturers and and evolution. Its ongoing investment in quality,
supplying them to end users, Drakewoods removes people, and social development demonstrates a
the costs associated with intermediaries. The result commitment not only to business success but to
is competitive pricing without compromising on the wider South African economy.
quality. Coupled with a 24-hour supply service, this In an era where many companies seek shortcuts,
approach reinforces its market leadership. Drakewoods remains steadfast in its belief that
A Portfolio of Trusted Brands integrity, accountability and excellence are the true
Representing a wide range of globally recognised foundations of long-term success. Six decades on,
brands, Drakewoods ensures clients have access the company continues to prove that its tools are
to the very best the industry has to offer. This not just for building structures but for building
breadth of choice is supported by expert staff trust, opportunity, and a sustainable future.

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