Ernest Lowe
Automotive · Manufacturing · Trade & Industry
Best rated forIndustrial automation ★ 4.84 reviews · best of 3
About
Ernest Lowe was established 124 years ago and developed into one of the leading hydraulic and pneumatic engineering companies in Southern Africa. We have 14 branches across South Africa for convenient local service. We distribute, service and refurbish a wide range of world class Hydraulic and Pneumatic product and component brands. As an engineering company, we are also one of the largest local manufacturers and reconditioners of Hydraulic and Pneumatic cylinders in the region. We specialise in the design and manufacture of two of our own ranges of hydraulic cylinders as well as the Martona
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- Finally a South African provider that actually picks up the phone
Taryn Cumming · 25 September 2026- Industrial automation
After struggling with overseas ticketing systems for months, switching to a local team that understands South African business realities made an immediate difference to our workflow.
- Strong technical execution and responsive support
Robyn Tapson · 24 September 2026- Industrial automation
Took a day or two longer than the initial estimate during the busy month-end period, but the quality of the work was rock solid and their support team kept us updated throughout.
- Reliable, practical and worth every rand
Nicola Thorne · 24 September 2026- Industrial automation
Used them for our Cape Town operation after a recommendation in our industry group. Communication was crisp from the first call and the final result exceeded what we were promised.
Ernest Lowe replied · 24 September 2026
Appreciate the kind words and the referral! Pleasure working with your team.
- Fast turnaround and zero corporate waffle
Kirsten Savage · 23 September 2026- Industrial automation
We needed urgent help sorting out our compliance and contracts before onboarding a major retail client. They explained our options in plain English, quoted a fixed fee upfront, and delivered ahead of deadline.
Ernest Lowe replied · 24 September 2026
Thank you so much, glad we could help get your retail onboarding across the line on time!
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