South Africa unveils state-of-the-art facility to boost the country's manufacturing industry
All media are invited to the launch of the hot isostatic press (HIP) facility on 11 December 2025, at which the Director-General of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Mlungisi Cele, will officiate.
Funded by the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), the state-of-the-art facility is a significant step forward for local industry, providing cutting-edge capabilities for heat treatment and quenching processes.
Hosted by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), a DSTI entity, the facility will strengthen and advance South Africa's manufacturing industry, with particular promise for post-processing in industries that rely on advanced manufacturing techniques, such as casting, metal injection moulding and additive manufacturing.
The aerospace, automotive, machinery and equipment, railway and mining industries, among others, will see improved capabilities in producing high-performance components. These sectors are key drivers of the economy, and access to advanced manufacturing technologies will help South Africa stay an important player in these industries, both locally and internationally.
The facility also presents opportunities for research, development and innovation.
Members of the media are invited as follows:
Date:Thursday, 11 December 2025
Time:09:00 to 12:00
Venue:CSIR International Convention Centre, Pretoria
To RSVP, contact Zama Mthethwa, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 082 808 3956.
