Established as a leading provider of driveline and refrigeration solutions, VULKAN Africa a subsidiary of the VULKAN Group has been serving Sub Sahara Africa with a diverse range of products and solutions. These include: rigid, flexible, highly flexible and hydrodynamic couplings, backstops, braking systems, Lokring technology and more. With its headquarters and main facilities in South Africa, VULKAN Africa ensures comprehensive coverage across the continent.

The company's rich history traces back over 130 years based in Germany. The establishment of VULKAN Africa in 1997 marked the brand's strategic expansion into the African market. Today, VULKAN Africa stands as a reliable partner for companies seeking competent, high-quality, dependable power transmission solutions.

VULKAN Africa is well equipped and takes pride in living out its purpose of ensuring that systems work better for the wellbeing of society. Our team of highly trained and experienced staff are passionate about bringing our German engineered and Global solutions customised for an African context. With a local presence able to offer, design and consultancy, manufacture, refurbishment, stockholding, world class logistics, onsite field service and more. Customer service is not just a commitment, but a cornerstone of its operations.

With a strong commitment to sustainable development, VULKAN Africa designs products that make systems more efficient, demonstrating its dedication to reducing environmental impact. The introduction of Vulkan's Marine Hybrid technology, a testament to its innovative spirit, further enhances the efficiency and performance of its products and solutions.

Serving various sectors, including mining, oil and gas, iron and steel, wind energy, and conventional power plants, VULKAN Africa remains steadfast on its mission to help our fellow Africans, “make their systems better”.

Sales & Service

With 18 subsidiary companies and 50 agencies worldwide, we make VULKAN expertise available on site everywhere. For our customers this means that our specialists and the matching solutions are quickly available right where they are needed. To see all locations of VULKAN Distributors and Partners download our Sales & Service Brochure.