MECAD Manufacturing
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Authorized and Sole Reseller (or distributor) of Mastercam for Sub Sahara Africa.
MECAD Systems was established in 1985, operating in the CAD/CAM/FEA environment. Within the MECAD umbrella of companies, we are the only organisation in South Africa that offers a complete engineering software solution with global, market-leading programs from design to manufacture such as controlling CNC machines and robots across the industrial spectrum including positioning, 5 axis machining, welding, bending; profile and laser cutting. MECAD’s social media channels share content related to our business and the products we supply. Please refer to our Social Media House Rules available under the Privacy Policy section of this page.
01/10/2026
Smarter CNC Programming with CAM Assist
CAM Assist is helping CNC programmers rethink the way they move from CAD design to production-ready toolpaths.
Trusted by more than 1,000 machine shops worldwide, this AI-driven solution helps simplify programming while keeping the programmer in control.
With faster processing, built-in guidance and shared intelligence, CAM Assist supports a more confident approach to AI adoption and helps deliver consistent results on the shop floor.
Ready to explore what CAM Assist could mean for your programming workflow?
👉 Contact our team: https://mecadmfg.co.za/contact-us/
30/09/2026
Quote with Confidence. Build with Clarity.
Accurate quoting starts with accurate production data. SigmaMRP helps manufacturers create more reliable estimates by connecting costing, routing and bill of materials information to the way you actually produce.
With SigmaMRP, you can:
✅ Build quotes using structured cost models
✅ Connect estimates to BOMs and routing operations
✅ Keep costing aligned with production changes
✅ Improve visibility from quoting through to production
✅ Strengthen cost control and reduce pricing discrepancies
When your estimating and production data work together, your team can make more informed decisions and quote with greater confidence.
👉 See how SigmaMRP can support your quoting process. Book a free demo:
https://mecadmfg.co.za/products/sigmanest/mrp/
New to Mastercam? Start with the right foundations.
Learning a new CAM software can feel overwhelming, but understanding the fundamentals first can make the learning process much easier.
In this video, our MECAD Manufacturing team shares some of the key areas beginners should focus on when starting their Mastercam journey.
From understanding the interface and basic programming concepts to building confidence with toolpaths and machining workflows, developing the right foundation can help you get more from Mastercam.
🎥 Watch the video to hear our team’s advice for getting started with Mastercam.
Looking to develop your Mastercam skills? Explore our training options:
👉 https://mecadmfg.co.za/training/
26/09/2026
Get More From Every Sheet with SigmaNEST
Material costs, production efficiency and machine utilisation all have a direct impact on your bottom line. SigmaNEST helps bring these areas together with powerful CAD/CAM and nesting capabilities designed for modern fabrication.
With SigmaNEST, you can:
✅ Maximise material utilisation and reduce waste
✅ Optimise cutting and CNC programming
✅ Improve production efficiency
✅ Connect processes from estimating through to production
✅ Gain greater visibility across your manufacturing workflow
Whether you're working with laser, plasma, waterjet, punch or other cutting technologies, SigmaNEST helps you turn your designs into more efficient production.
👉 Discover how SigmaNEST can support your operation:
https://mecadmfg.co.za/products/sigmanest/
Program it. Simulate it. Machine with confidence.
Unexpected collisions, toolpath errors and costly machine downtime can quickly turn a good CNC program into an expensive problem.
VERICUT helps manufacturers simulate and verify CNC machining processes before they reach the machine. By digitally testing toolpaths and machine movements, you can identify potential issues early, reduce risk and improve confidence in your NC programs.
✔ Verify toolpaths before machining
✔ Detect collisions and potential errors
✔ Reduce machine downtime and scrap
✔ Improve CNC programming confidence
Take a closer look at how VERICUT can support your manufacturing workflow.
🔗 https://mecadmfg.co.za/products/vericut/
Precision in Action with MECAD Manufacturing
See advanced manufacturing technology in action.
Our latest video takes you onto the shop floor, showcasing CNC machining and laser cutting powered by industry-leading software from Mastercam and SigmaNEST.
With Mastercam, manufacturers can create precise, optimised toolpaths for complex geometries, helping improve machining efficiency, reduce cycle times and achieve consistent part quality.
SigmaNEST supports efficient laser cutting through intelligent nesting and production optimisation, helping manufacturers make better use of material while keeping production moving.
From programming and machining to cutting and production, the right technology can make a measurable difference to manufacturing efficiency and accuracy.
👉 Explore our manufacturing solutions:
https://mecadmfg.co.za/
21/09/2026
Simplify Inspection. Improve Manufacturing Quality.
Verisurf brings CAD-based measurement, inspection, reverse engineering and tool building together on one 3D metrology platform, helping manufacturers streamline quality processes and work more efficiently.
✔️ Model-based inspection and measurement
✔️ Real-time feedback against CAD models
✔️ Support for a wide range of CMMs, scanners and measuring devices
✔️ Integrated tools for inspection, analysis, reverse engineering and tool building
Whether you're verifying tolerances, analysing inspection data or building tooling, Verisurf provides the tools to connect measurement with your manufacturing workflow.
🔗 Discover Verisurf: https://mecadmfg.co.za/products/verisurf/
18/09/2026
Mastercam Mill
Manufacturing leaders know that productivity is not just about moving faster. It is about making smarter decisions across every stage of production.
With Mastercam, manufacturers gain access to advanced capabilities such as mastercam mill, helping teams improve efficiency, reduce manual effort, and deliver consistent results. Whether you're programming simple components or complex multi-axis parts, Mastercam provides the flexibility and reliability needed to remain competitive.
How is your business preparing for the future of manufacturing?
Learn more about Mastercam and discover how leading manufacturers are transforming their operations.
https://mecadmfg.co.za/products/mastercam/
17/09/2026
Bring Every Part of Your Build Together
Complex builds require more than a simple parts list. SigmaMRP helps you create detailed BOMs, connect routing steps and organise subassemblies in one structured view.
With a clearer picture of your build, your teams can:
✅ Improve quoting and scheduling accuracy
✅ Keep components and subassemblies organised
✅ Create a clear production plan for complex jobs
✅ Reduce errors and keep production moving
From planning to production, SigmaMRP gives your team the information they need to manage complex builds with greater clarity and control.
👉 Discover SigmaMRP:
https://mecadmfg.co.za/products/sigmanest/mrp/
Simplify Complex Robotic Tasks
From welding and cutting to trimming and painting, Robotmaster helps manufacturers streamline robotic programming and bring automated processes into production more efficiently.
✔️ Reduce programming time and costly downtime
✔️ Improve consistency and quality across applications
✔️ Program robots without specialised coding skills
✔️ Optimise complex robotic paths with intuitive offline programming
Make robotic automation easier to program, simulate and deploy.
👉 Discover Robotmaster:https://mecadmfg.co.za/products/robotmaster/
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Rosehip Office Park, 29 Landmarks Avenue, Samrand
Centurion
0157
Opening Hours
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 16:30 |
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