Retecon was established in 1971 by Burkhard Herrmann supplying tooling to the South African industry.

On the occasion of our 31st anniversary, we ask ourselves to what extent we have achieved the goals we set at the outset when we chose the name Retecon as an abbreviation of REliable TEchnical CONsultants. We also chose the name Traconsa as an abbreviation of TRAns-CONtinent SA.

Over the years we have gained vast experience, expertise and success. We look back to the period of transfer from conventional machines to computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines as a challenging one. It has tested us and our clients alike.

As predicted, South Africa's international competitiveness in manufacturing has started to materialise due to the utilisation of new technologies. Retecon takes pride in having aided in the successful transfer of these technologies to South Africa.

Our persistent and positive attitude towards uncompromising excellence in service has paid off and today forms a strong base for a successful future. With the ongoing quest for new technologies, the level of service demanded by our clients has increased to more than just the capability to repair machinery. Today and in the future, we will have to reliably demonstrate how to efficiently apply highly advanced technologies and continuously train our customers' technical staff in the most economical use thereof.

We are most grateful for the trust and confidence of our many customers and principals who have supported us in the past and who are willing to entrust their future plans to us.

We are committed to thrive in the effort to anticipate and satisfy our customers' needs. Our highly motivated team has grown in expertise and number and is fully prepared to meet your challenging demands of the future.