1994

TSR starts its journey to CNC technology and introduces its first CNC Hartford machining centre, boasting dimensions of 3.2m x 2.5m x 1.2m and a capacity of 8 tons. This shift towards automation significantly reduces delivery time and enhances precision, repeatability, and overall product quality.

1992

TSR acquires the Modul Gear Hobbing machine, increasing processing capacity to 7.1m x 1.5m x 50 tons, establishing TSR as a leading gear production facility.

1990

TSR expands to new 1500 m2 premises at Meadowvale, Johannesburg.

1985

Titanus’ strategy pivots to focus on specialized manufacturing and refurbishment of slew bearings, establishing itself as a prominent player in the Southern Hemisphere. It rebrands from Titanus Engineering to Titanus Slew Rings (TSR).  

1985

Titanus installs the IH EMA medium frequency machine with a power rating of 320 kW and a frequency of 10 kHz, becoming the first company to do so.

1983 – 1985

Titanus successfully establishes in-house slew bearing manufacturing capabilities.

1983

Titanus completes its first mobile crane slew ring repair.

1983

Continued growth prompts the acquisition of neighbouring premises, followed by the construction of a workshop extension.

1980

In just four years, Titanus makes the strategic move to Edenvale, in response to increased specialised machining.

1976

Titanus Engineering starts operations as a versatile machining workshop, initially equipped with a milling machine.