Phakimisa Industries | Industrial Safety & Lifting Solutions
January 2026 Edition
Phakimisa Industries remains a leader in the South African lifting, rigging, and fall arrest sector. Founded in 2003, the company leverages over 40 years of industry expertise to provide critical safety infrastructure for construction, mining, and manufacturing.
Core Product Categories
Phakimisa supplies a comprehensive range of equipment designed for heavy-duty industrial applications. Their offerings are divided into two primary divisions:
1. Fall Protection & Lifeline Systems
Designed to protect workers at heights, these systems are engineered to meet SANS and EN standards.
Lifeline Systems: Fixed horizontal, temporary horizontal, and vertical lifelines.
Harnesses & Lanyards: A specialized range including Alpha, Beta, Mining, and Nospark harnesses.
Fall Arrestors: Retractable fall blocks and load arrestors for controlled deceleration.
Safety Kits: Pre-configured kits for confined space entry and general roof work.
Safety Note:
Phakimisa reminds operators that a full-body harness is only effective when paired with a compatible lifeline and anchor point. Neither component can safely arrest a fall in isolation.
2. Lifting & Rigging Equipment
A robust catalog for material handling and secure load movement.
Slings: Polyester webbing slings, endless round slings, and high-strength chain slings.
Hoists & Winches: Electric hoists, chain blocks, lever hoists, and winches.
Hardware: Shackles, turnbuckles, eye bolts, hooks, and wire rope clips.
Specialized Lifting: Plate grabs , spreader bars, and lifting beams
Latest Industry Insights & Services
Lifeline Re-Certification: Phakimisa has emphasized the necessity of annual compliance. In South Africa, permanent lifelines must be inspected and re-certified every 12 months to remain legally compliant.
Polyurethane Coatings: A recent focus on applying polyurethane coatings to lifting slings to extend their lifespan in abrasive or chemically harsh environments.
Plant Audits: The company offers professional “Lifting Equipment Plant Audits” to help businesses align with OHSA (Occupational Health and Safety Act) and MHSA (Mine Health and Safety Act) regulations.
