Leadership that keeps the workshop focused
Sibusiso Mthembu leads FoilPress with a practical eye on performance, service and steady growth. He works closely with clients who need clear advice, fair timelines and equipment that can handle local conditions, whether that is a small studio in Sandton or a busy packaging line in Midrand.
As Managing Director, Sibusiso keeps the team aligned on quality checks, customer response times and the realities of South African production. He understands that if a press is down for even a morning, orders stack up fast, so decisions are made with uptime in mind.
- Business direction and client relationships
- Service standards across all regions
- Support for new and repeat customers
Sales advice that matches the right press to the right job
Anika van der Merwe handles sales with a strong focus on fit, not just features. She listens to what a business is making, how often it runs, and what finish is needed before recommending a press or matching foil for the job.
Her experience helps clients avoid buying equipment that is too small for production or too complex for a lean team. Anika spends time with craft operators, converters and packaging shops alike, helping them plan around budgets, lead times and the pressure of consistent output.
She also keeps a close line open for customers in Roodepoort, Randburg and Sandton who need quick answers on sizing, ordering and supply options.
Technical support built for real production conditions
Kagiso Molefe leads the technical side of FoilPress and brings the kind of hands-on knowledge that matters when a machine needs to hold temperature properly or the pressure is not landing cleanly. He works on installation, heater calibration, pressure setup and breakdown repairs with a calm method that saves time on site.
He knows South African production floors well, including the challenges of load-shedding, dust, heat and coastal humidity when machines move between regions. Kagiso often advises on preventive servicing before peak periods, because a small adjustment now can prevent a full stop later.
- Press installation and commissioning
- Heater calibration and pressure setup
- Breakdown repairs and technical fault finding
- Production optimisation for better consistency
Client support that keeps orders and service moving
Lerato Ndlovu is often the first person clients speak to when they need spares, service updates or help planning a repair visit. She keeps communication clear and steady, which matters when a production team is waiting on a part or trying to finish an urgent run before month-end.
Her role covers follow-up, scheduling and making sure customers know what to expect. For businesses in Industria West, Germiston or beyond Johannesburg, Lerato helps keep the process organised so there are fewer surprises and less downtime.
She also works closely with the technical and operations teams to make sure support requests are handled in the right order, with the right detail, and with no unnecessary delays.
Workshop hands that understand the job before it reaches site
Willem Coetzee runs the workshop with a steady hand and a strong focus on practical preparation. He checks equipment, parts and fittings before anything leaves Industria West, because good workshop work makes the site visit smoother and reduces repeat calls.
Willem is the person behind much of the careful prep that keeps presses ready for installation and servicing. His approach suits businesses that need clean workmanship, proper fitment and reliable turnaround times, especially when production plans are tight.
Nokuthula Dlamini coordinates operations, schedules and internal flow so the right technician, part or delivery reaches the right place on time. She keeps the daily movement of jobs organised across Johannesburg and the wider service area, from Midrand to Roodepoort.
What the team handles every week
FoilPress supports a wide range of customers, from small craft brands producing invitation sets to larger packaging teams running repeat work. The team is built to support the full cycle of use, not just the sale or the handover.
- Press installation and setup at client premises
- Operator training for safe daily use
- Preventive servicing to reduce breakdowns
- Foil matching for colour, finish and stock type
- Die mounting and pressure checks
- Spares supply for ongoing production needs
Because the work is local and hands-on, the team understands what Johannesburg businesses need from a supplier: quick contact, practical advice and support that respects production deadlines. That same approach carries through to clients nationwide, whether they are in a factory, a print room or a smaller workshop with limited space.
Why people stay with FoilPress
Clients often come to FoilPress for a press, but they stay because of the people behind it. Sibusiso, Anika, Kagiso, Lerato, Willem and Nokuthula each bring a different strength, and together they keep the business grounded in service and technical care.
That mix matters in a trade business where one missed setting can affect a whole run. The team takes that seriously, and they work in a way that is straightforward, responsive and built for South African working conditions.
If you need help with a new press, a service plan or a breakdown in the City West area, the FoilPress team is set up to help without fuss.