About Intsimbi Engineering

ENGINEERING TOMORROW TOGETHER.

Practical industrial engineering, manufacturing and on-site maintenance support for clients who need reliable work done properly.

The Industrial Engineering Specialists

Building Reliable Engineering Solutions Since 2010.

Intsimbi Industrial Manufacturing & Engineering is a South African engineering company dedicated to delivering reliable, practical and cost-effective solutions to clients across the marine, municipal and industrial sectors. Based in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), we have built our reputation on quality workmanship, technical expertise and a commitment to helping clients keep their operations running safely and efficiently.

Intsimbi Engineering provide a comprehensive range of engineering services, including precision machining, hydraulic cylinder repairs, fabrication, coded welding, line boring, industrial maintenance, marine repairs and wastewater infrastructure support. The team combines hands-on industry experience with a problem-solving approach, allowing them to tackle projects of varying size and complexity with confidence.

At Intsimbi, we understand that equipment failures and operational downtime can have a significant impact on productivity and profitability. That is why we focus on delivering responsive service, dependable engineering support and solutions designed to maximise reliability and performance.

With workshop facilities, mobile site teams and a strong commitment to health and safety, Intsimbi continues to support businesses, municipalities and industrial operators across South Africa with engineering solutions they can trust.

Reliable Engineering

Built Around Industrial Performance

Intsimbi Industrial Manufacturing & Engineering was established to provide reliable engineering support across demanding industrial environments.

Our team combines practical problem solving, fabrication capability and on-site maintenance expertise to support clients where operational reliability matters most.

Workshop and On-Site Capability

Intsimbi provides both workshop support and on-site engineering services, allowing projects to be completed efficiently while reducing operational disruption.

Capabilities include:

  • Mechanical maintenance
  • Fabrication
  • Pipework replacement
  • Welding
  • Marine repairs
  • Structural repairs
  • Pump and valve maintenance
  • Rigging and lifting

Health, Safety and Compliance

Safety and compliance form part of every project undertaken by Intsimbi.

The company maintains:

  • Health & Safety compliance
  • CIDB active listing
  • Fully BEE status
  • Skilled engineering teams
  • Safe operational procedures
25 years in the making

The Intsimbi story

Founded in Deal Party, Port Elizabeth

  • 2000

Intsimbi Industrial Manufacturing cc opens at 20a Sturrock Street. Founding members establish the workshop around heavy industrial machining for the local production sector.

First Transnet contract awarded

  • 2003

Intsimbi is awarded its first supply and maintenance contract with Transnet — the beginning of a long-running relationship across multiple Transnet divisions.

Hydraulic cylinder division expands

  • 2007

Growing demand from automotive production drives investment in dedicated hydraulic repair and manufacturing — rams, pistons, barrels and full cylinder rebuilds.

Marine services division launched

  • 2010

A dedicated marine team is established to service squid and pelagic fishing vessels out of Port Elizabeth. 2025 marks 15 years of continuous marine operations.

3D scanning & reverse engineering

  • 2015

Investment in 3D scanning assistance allows Intsimbi to formally offer reverse engineering services — recreating components when OEM specs and drawings no longer exist.

BEE Level 2 certification achieved

  • 2020

Intsimbi achieves BEE Level 2 status — opening preferential procurement doors with government entities, parastatals and large corporates across South Africa.