September 2009
Messer Eutectic well prepared for the upturn
The Messer brand stands for a constant presence in the market for quality industrial gases and cutting and welding technology. Its compact Kya Sands operation is large in lterms of what it provides for its customers. The company has invested heavily in the production of its locally-made welding electrodes.
MechTech catches up with dynamic South African joint managing director, Maurice Mawson, to discuss the Messer philosophy and the local company's latest technology.
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Messer Eutectic SA (Pty) Ltd
Te; +27 11 708 1042
Fax: +27 11 708 2158
Website: www.messergroup.com
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