Who is MECHEM?

MECHEM (Pty) Ltd was established in the late 1960's, as a research and development facility of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) in South Africa, to provide the then South African Defence Force (SADF) with mechanical and chemical technology solutions for defence related problems (providing a clear indication of the origins of the name "MECHEM").

 

In 1988 the unit was transferred to the South African Armaments Corporation (ARMSCOR). In 1992, when the RSA Government decided to commercialize its defense industry, MECHEM was grouped as part of the newly formed DENEL (Pty) Ltd.

 

During the unbundling process of DENEL (Pty) Ltd in early 2007, MECHEM was registered as MECHEM (Pty) Ltd on 1 April 2007.

 

The MECHEM Brand

In a fiercely contested market the essence of the MECHEM brand differentiates the company from its competitors through commitment to quality, performance and delivery. Over the years MECHEM has established itself internationally as a preferred provider of Mine Action Services.

 

The MECHEM symbol originated from:

• The chemical symbol for nitrate, and
• The mine protected hull of the CASSPIR, a mine protected vehicle.

 

Mission and Vision

MECHEM - a global leader in creating a safer world, through providing continuous quality:

• Explosive remnants of war (ERW) clearance solutions    
• Specialized canine products and services             
• Mine protected vehicles              
• Ancillary equipment      
• Related skills development