Twinstar Precast – a look behind the curtain

Twinstar Precast is without doubt the first choice for all seeking custom designs or bespoke concrete projects.

Established 26 years ago, Annemerie Coetzee has achieved, along with her committed team, a rare success in a tough market. Twinstar Precast is relied upon not only for custom projects, but the company’s imprinting and mass production capabilities, making it the only choice for many local councils and municipalities.

It is fair to say that if you have enjoyed the benefits of local infrastructure, you have had a Twinstar moment. From kerb-inlets to manhole covers, wind farm infrastructure and bicycle racks, the company does it all… and to an unfailingly high standard.

Precast magazine shares a very proud partnership with Twinstar Precast and it is a privilege to take you, our readers, behind the scenes, for a rare view of the company – behind the curtain.

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(Left): It starts with a mix. Getting the precise mix for each project is based purely on the necessary outcomes. Twinstar is expert at precast mixes, from light products to heavy industrial slabs, and has a network of suppliers second to none.

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A LOOK BEHIND THE CURTAIN

(Below): Twinstar Precast is equally adept at producing bulk precast products, from slabs to manhole covers and kerb-inlets. The company is based in Olifantsfontein and takes orders nationwide. Owner and director Coetzee says she will continue to resist enlarging Twinstar’s campus in order to maintain the necessary controls over quality and output. “No piece moves from my yard without my say-so,” she says, with a smile.

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(Left): The craft of mould-building – in this case, a wooden one – is at the heart of precast manufacturing. For the kind of bespoke products in which Twinstar uniquely specialises, it takes a highly experienced set of eyes to know just the right corners to cut, as well as the shapes and perspectives needed to produce the perfect mould for a project.

These moulds are not replicable and the craftsmanship of Twinstar Precast represents an incalculable investment in time, money, trial and error. Developing a bespoke precast manufacturing business is not for the faint-hearted, yet Twinstar provides an almost unique service in the South African precast concrete industry.

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(Right): Twinstar Precast has the personnel and skills to assist with local deliveries and assembly. One of the company’s fundamental aims is to offer value. By creating bespoke products in pieces for later assembly, the company can shave thousands of rands off the cost an overall project. These savings are made at the planning stage and are factored in across the project, from first consultation to delivery. Twinstar Precast is truly a one-of-a kind company. Quality, bespoke precast concrete pieces, elements and parts have all taken on a life of their own, from development to planning, creation, delivery and assembly. Whatever your needs, contact Twinstar Precast first.

Twinstar Precast (Pty) Ltd Tel: +27 (12) 670 9083 or 082 552 1915 E-mail: info@twinstar.co.za Website: www.twinstar.co.za