Referro Systems announces strategic partnership with Sulzer
November 2025
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Henry Craukamp, managing director of Sulzer South Africa.
Leading automation sales and distribution company, Referro Systems, has announced its role as intermediary in a new strategic partnership with Sulzer, a global leader in fluid engineering and industrial solutions. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Referro’s sustainable growth and technological advancement.
As an intermediary, Referro Systems will facilitate and strengthen the partnership between Sulzer and its key stakeholders, enabling seamless collaboration and enhanced delivery of cutting-edge fluid engineering technologies. This partnership builds on Referro’s proven track record of successfully enabling strategic alliances, following previous collaborations with industry leaders such as ACTOM and Festo.

Adrian van Wyk, managing director of Referro Systems.
Adrian van Wyk, managing director at Referro Systems, highlights the importance of this partnership: “We are excited to partner with Sulzer, a company renowned for its commitment to supporting customers across their rotating equipment needs. Acting as an intermediary, we are uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between Sulzer’s advanced technological solutions and the growing market demand for efficient industrial processes. This partnership exemplifies our dedication to fostering collaborations that create tangible value for all parties involved.”
For more information contact Referro Systems, +27 12 349 1297, [email protected], www.referro.co.za
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