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Custom welding and tent manufacturing in Mthatha
Mthatha's Workshop

Covers and metalwork built to take the hit.

Custom-welded frames and heavy-duty covers, made right here in Mthatha and ready for the road.

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5+ Years

In the Workshop

Mthatha

Proudly Local

Open Early

From 08:30

For Everyone

Families & Biz

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Our Workshop

The hands behind the metal.

For over five years, we've been the workshop Mthatha relies on for honest, hard-wearing work. From welding solid frames to stitching heavy-duty covers, every job leaves our floor neat and built to last.

We open early, treat everyone who walks in with the same respect, and make sure families and local businesses get exactly what they came for.

Friendly Service Neat Finishes
What We Make

Built for you, not off a shelf.

Custom Long base Tonneau Cover

Tonneau Cover

R2,200.00

Long base. Custom fit.

Semi-leather Seat cover

Seat cover

R1,400.00

Semi-leather.

PVC Trailer cover

Trailer cover

R1,500.00

PVC material.

Semi-leather Seat cover

Seat cover

R1,400.00

Semi-leather.

Long base Tonneau Cover

Tonneau Cover

R2,200.00

Long base.

The Both hands a and l Standard

Why people send their friends to us.

Prices that respect your pocket

Affordable prices, friendly, fast service — from the first quote to the final bolt.

The kind of neat that lasts

Quality and a neat job on every weld and every stitch. No shortcuts.

We open early for you

We open early and treat all clients equally, so your day doesn't have to wait.

Built for Mthatha

We help families, the local community, and small businesses get the job done right.

What customers say

Real reviews from real customers

The team was super friendly and made getting a custom tonneau cover completely hassle-free. The quality of the work on my bakkie is top-notch!

Shaun D.

I got a great price for my trailer cover and the welding work is really solid. Definitely good value for money here in Mthatha.

Katlego R.

They crafted a sturdy seat cover for my work vehicle and got it done much faster than I expected. Really happy with their quick service.

Jessica B.

These guys were so easy to deal with and fixed up my seat cover without any fuss. I'll definitely be coming back to them for future jobs.

Palesa Z.

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Good To Know

Questions we hear often.

Do I need to bring my vehicle to the workshop?

Yes. We work in-store in Mthatha, so bring your bakkie or trailer to us for measurements and fitting to ensure a perfect, tight fit.

What materials do you use for covers?

We use heavy-duty PVC for trailer covers and durable semi-leather for seat covers, all built on solid, custom-welded metal frameworks.

How long does a custom cover take to make?

Most covers are finished the same day. A custom seat cover takes about two and a half hours, while a tonneau or trailer cover takes roughly an hour and a half.

What time do you open?

We open early at 08:30 Monday to Saturday, so you can drop off your vehicle before your workday begins. We close at 16:00 on weekdays and 12:00 on Saturdays.

Can I get a cover for a specific base length?

Absolutely. We custom-make long-base tonneau covers and fit covers to your exact trailer and seat dimensions. Let us know what you need.

Let's Get To Work

Tell us what you need built.

Workshop Hours

  • Monday 08:30 – 16:00
  • Tuesday 08:30 – 16:00
  • Wednesday 08:30 – 16:00
  • Thursday 08:30 – 16:00
  • Friday 08:30 – 16:00
  • Saturday 08:30 – 12:00
  • Sunday Closed

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Mthatha, South Africa

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