ABOUT US
ABOUT US:
Mission Statement
Ultra-Flow is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art Centralized Lubrication Systems for a broad spectrum of markets. Our goal is to provide superior design and installed products based on our clients actual requirements. Ultra-Flow strives to solve simple to complex requirements for the lubrication industry. In addition to providing an excellent backup service, it is also our goal to provide working solutions that suits the requirements and conditions of all our clients. This combination sets us apart from the rest of the industry and therefore earns us our competitive edge.
Strengths and Stability
As an industry leader for over 17 years, Ultra-Flow prides itself on meeting the demanding needs of our clients by providing excellent products at affordable prices. We stick to our strategy of combining the best designed lubrication systems with practical and extensive knowledge of Industrial and Earthmoving equipment. We have remained at the forefront of application engineering by listening to our clients' needs, being accessible, and most of all, being dedicated to meeting the requirements of our clients. Ultra-Flow has provided Lubrication solutions to over 3000 installations worldwide in Marine, Transport, Industrial and Earthmoving industries.
The Lubrication Choice Since 1990
For over 90 years Lincoln GmBh has been a leader in the lubrication system and equipment industry. Lincoln equipment is frequently chosen as the equipment to be fitted by original equipment manufacturers and was the first lubrication company to become ISO9001 and ISO 14001 approved in the industry. The combination of Lincoln SA and its Distributors makes the Lincoln Product the only choice for the harsh South African Conditions. Lincoln SA and its distributors are unmatched when it comes down to product quality, backup service and installations. Ultra-Flow is privileged to be associated with this fine group of companies.
From our first days of working directly with small clients, to helping the larger mining houses with design and installing lubrication equipment; Ultra-Flow support and value each and every customer.
Big and small companies in every industry trust the most widely used lubrication systems in the world, namely Lincoln. As pioneers in design and application engineering for nearly two decades, Ultra-Flow continues to set the pace for the industry.
Our Core Values
As a company, and as individuals, we value:
Empowerment and BBBEE
Ultra-Flow has adopted policies aligned with a broad-based black economic empowerment approach, with more emphasis on skills development and identifying employment equity as "very important" aspects of our strategy.
Ultra-Flow does not use BBBEE as a “Scape goat” to gain business but accepts and complies with the future development of South Africa. Ultra–Flow operates as a professional entity delivering professional services to our clients based on honesty and integrity.
Important Dates |
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Date |
Event |
1993 |
Ultra-Flow Officially Registered and Official Lincoln Distributor |
March 1993 |
Received our first Bulk order from Alexkor Mines and Transhex group |
July 1993 |
Setup Office in Brazil – Minas Gerais |
November 1993 |
Received our first bulk order from the Samitri Group - Brazil |
May 1994 |
Received our 2nd bulk order – Mina Gerias |
August 1994 |
Received the 1st order for Underwater Lubrication |
November 1994 |
Complete a 3 month installation on a Marine Vessel |
February 1995 |
Set up agent in USA |
April 1995 |
Setup new agents in the South of Brazil – Parana State |
June 1995 |
The launch Of the Intellilube Control Unit |
September 1995 |
The first ever deep sea lubrication system for 350m |
December 1995 |
The Launch of the Maestro Controller – able to run 2 systems |
February 1996 |
Ultra-Flow moves premise to new 600square meters property |
April 1996 |
Launch of the Packall bearing saver |
June 1996 |
Obtains the sole importation of Assalube |
November 1996 |
Receives 2nd order for Deep sea lubrication systems |
December 1996 |
Completed our 1000th installation |
July 1997 |
Developed Brazil Northern State Markets |
August 1997 |
Brazil Mining Houses Standardize on Lincoln Lubrication |
October 1997 |
Launch of the Autolube Controller |
December 1997 |
Launch of the Genie Control Unit |
February 1998 |
3rd Order received for Deep sea Lubrication |
April 1998 |
The West Coast Spec Established – UF008 |
April 1998 |
1000 Intellilubes sold |
May 1998 |
Obtained Sole Importation for Eurolube – Garage Equipment |
October 1998 |
Major Extensions to Premises |
December 1998 |
Purchased more premises to accommodate staff |
January 1999 |
Launch of the Autolube GSM Module |
July 1999 |
Launch of the Twin Control System |
November 1999 |
Obtained bulk order from new mining group Brazil |
March 2000 |
1000th Autolube sold |
May 2000 |
Developed in house training centre |
August 2000 |
Formed test laboratory for research and development |
December 2000 |
Signed up agents for Chile and Argentina |
March 2001 |
Setup Engineering workshop with CNC machines |
August 2001 |
Purchased 2nd CNC centre |
February 2002 |
Purchased 3rd CNC Centre |
March 2002 |
Setup agent in Australia |
April 2002 |
Setup Test facilities using Statistic Process Controls |
October 2002 |
Purchased 4th CNC Centre |
December 2002 |
First Mass Production orders received CNC’S– QTY 250 000 |
May 2003 |
Purchased 5th CNC Centre |
May 2003 |
2000 autolubes sold |
July 2003 |
Development of Intellifeeder |
July 2003 |
Setup Ultra-Flow SA Pty |
November 2003 |
Setup Electronics Test laboratory |
January 2004 |
Launch of the G2 Pulse Control Unit |
March 2004 |
3000 autolubes sold |
August 2004 |
Restructuring of Management |
July 2005 |
Implementing Of ISO 9001:2000 |
December 2005 |
Obtained more premises to vacillate our growth |
April 2006 |
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April 2007 |
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Our Staff:
Leon Ladewig brings more than 16 years of leadership and product development and research experience in the Lubrication Industry to his role charting Ultra-Flow’s future.
Arno Kutzer brings more than 16 years of experience in the Technology Sales, Management, and Operations of the Lubrication Industry. As our Product Engineer, Arno is responsible for systems designs, distribution, and marketing infrastructure of the company.
Sean Young is responsible for all the Financial and Legal activities of our company, as well as several administrative functions at the company.
Debbie Kutzer assisted with the implementation and development of our ISO Quality Management System and currently holds the position of Quality Manager. Debbie ensures that all ISO processes and systems are maintained and promotes the awareness of customer requirements. The company’s HR functions also reside with her.
Jimmy Ward brings more than 30 years of experience in Work Shop Management. His experience in CNC machining processes has made Ultra-Flow a leading contender in Precision Engineering.
Fergus Wilson, a fully trained stores coordinator currently holds the position of Materials Manager, his total commitment to quality and procedures is clearly evident by a smooth running operation and hence customer satisfaction.
Patrick Sandker, a qualified engineer and marketing professional. Patrick ensures that all our marketing requirements are met and plays an important role in maintaining a good relationship with Lincoln SA where he is a Director. Patrick has vast experience in international marketing and has proved to be an outstanding product support engineer.
Robert Quinn, our Solidworks and Graphics Engineer, who after having worked for Solidworks, joined the Ultra-Flow team in November 2006. Robert has proven time after time, that his expertise and American accent are of great value to the company.
Dennis Burgess, our newly appointed Commissioning Manager (previoulsy Senior Technician), has been with Ultra–Flow for 12 years and has performed installations all around the world. Dennis has personally done more than 1200 installations on earthmoving machines as well as heavy industrial equipment. All systems that are done by Dennis are carefully monitored for design and application. All applications are done by a strict code of conduct to ensure that our high standard and integrity are never jeopardised and that customers’ requirements are met.
Daniel Cornelissen, previously our Senior Technician for more than 10 years, and now an approved specialist contractor; has a vast experience in Agriculture and Marine Installations. With all installations; Daniel ensures that only Lincoln equipment together with precise drawings/designs and carefully planned applications are fitted to our clients’ equipment. Daniel is committed to the high standard and integrity of an Ultra-Flow installation standard that cannot be matched by any competitor.
Jaco Lambrechts , a Senior Technician who has shown the true spirit of excellence, his commitment in delivering outstanding installations are clearly evident in the reports we receive from our clients. Jaco is totally committed to customer satisfaction.
Vanessa Ferreira , Personal Assistant, who is of great value to this company, has shown her worth time and time again. Upon receiving new duties to fulfil, in that of ensuring the smooth operation of the company, she is welcomed back to the Ultra-Flow family.
Shane Wentzell, a Junior Technician, who will face any task that is given, a person that is also committed in providing a solid installation and gets personal satisfaction by seeing the client happy.
John Ncedani, Technicial Assistant, has been with Ultra-Flow for over 10 years. John has proved his willingness to learn and always completes his tasks extremely well no matter the obstacles he might face.
Xolile Jojo, Technicial Assistant, recently employed and very keen to learn. We believe that Xolile will be an outstanding CNC operator in a very short period of time.
Alvin de Kock, a junior lubrication technician, who has qualifed from his studies in Cape Town, is showing great potential.
Ndumiso Ncedani, Technicial Assistant, recently employed and has also proved his willingness to learn and be part of the Ultra-Flow team.
Carmon Gordon, CNC operator has proved to be totally reliable and eager to run the CNC’S to maximum capacity to ensure production demands are met.
Buyiswa Jojo, our Office and Workshop cleaning supervisor has been in Ultra-Flow’s employ for the past 4 years.
Chantel Tucker, student and now receptionist of Ultra-Flow as of February 2007 .
Patrick Horack is our preferred contractor as a Specialized Transport Technician. He has installed over 1000 systems in the past 21 years and has been our official installer for 11 years.
Peter Spencer, another preferred contractor as a Specialized Transport Technician. He has installed over 1000 systems in the past 21 years and has been our official installer for 11 years.
Chris Ladewig is a BCom and CFA student that works part time for Ultra-Flow as Webmaster.
Matt Price is currently being trained as a CNC machine operator and programmer.
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