PPE – Overview

In order to demonstrate our approach, and dashboards, we created a demo company.

Demo Company: PrecisionPump Engineering (PPE)

PrecisionPump Engineering is a South African manufacturing company established in 2015, specializing in the production of high-precision pump components and related equipment. Based in Johannesburg’s industrial area, PPE has grown from a small workshop to a medium-sized enterprise with an annual turnover of R120 million.

Company Overview

  • Manufacturing Capabilities:
    • Advanced 3D printing facility with 5 industrial-grade printers
    • 4 laser cutting machines for precision metal fabrication
    • CNC machining center
  • Product Range:
    • Pump impellers and casings
    • Specialized sealing components
    • Custom-designed pump parts
    • Prototype development services
  • Workforce: 36 employees across Management, engineering, manufacturing, Stores & shipping, and support function, of-which:
    • 5 x Management
    • 5 x qualified engineers
    • 15 x skilled technicians
    • 5 x Stores & Shipping
    • 6 x Finance & Admin

Market Position

PPE serves both local and international markets, with 60% of revenue from South African mining and industrial sectors, and 40% from exports to neighboring countries. The company has established itself as a reliable supplier to major mining operations and industrial plants across Southern Africa.

Summary

This company profile provides a realistic context for demonstrating business intelligence capabilities, with enough complexity in operations, financials, and market presence to showcase meaningful data analysis and insights.