About Us

Germ Africa commenced business in South Africa in 1905 as the marketing division of a major UK company, Germ Oil.  Local incorporation  in South Africa, as a separate public company followed in 1938.

In the late 1960’s the South African company was sold to local management following a take-over of its parent company in the UK. In 1979 it was acquired by current management.

Head office is in Johannesburg with a sales office and manufacturing facility in Durban.

We strive to offer superior quality and service to our customers. To this end we will continue to review our product portfolio and retain an adequate and realistic stock holding to satisfy customer needs. We will endeavour to stay focused, with the assistance of our major international suppliers, on the benefits that current global research and development can offers.

We lead a strong push in local manufacturing through our FLOWRITE and GERM LUBRICANTS ranges our aim is strengthen local skills and output and in so doing increasing export revenue for the South African market.

Germ Group offers a diversified portfolio. In two key market segments

  • Germ Lubricants

    The original entity started in 1938 was born out of a passion for clean well blended product. Made with INTEGRITY. In the belief that customer satisfaction was a key to growth now over 80 years later. Still going strong and recognised as a consistent supplier to the small tooling industry in South Africa.

  • Metal Working Additives

    Boost efficiency and extend equipment life. Our premium metalworking additives are engineered to provide superior thermal stability, reduce friction, and offer exceptional corrosion protection. Formulated specifically to handle the rigorous demands of the small tooling industry, they ensure high-precision results every time.

  • Water Trearment

    Keep your systems running at peak performance. We provide advanced water treatment solutions designed to prevent scaling, inhibit corrosion, and control microbial growth in industrial fluid systems. Our tailored treatments protect your infrastructure and minimize costly downtime.

  • Dosing and Metering Pumps

    Precision fluid management you can rely on. Our range of heavy-duty dosing and metering pumps delivers accurate, consistent chemical injection for water treatment and industrial processing. Designed for durability, these pumps offer pinpoint control under the toughest operational conditions.

  • Filter Cartridges

    Uncompromising fluid purity. We supply high-efficiency filter cartridges designed to trap contaminants, sediment, and particulates. By ensuring optimal fluid cleanliness, our filtration solutions protect your sensitive machinery from premature wear and tear.

  • Probes and Controllers

    Real-time monitoring for total peace of mind. Achieve perfect chemical balance with our advanced probes and automated controllers. Engineered for high accuracy, these systems continuously track pH, conductivity, and other critical metrics, automatically adjusting your processes for maximum efficiency.

Find us at:

  • Physical Address

    4 LAWN STREET
    ROSETTENVILLE
    JOHANNESBURG
    GAUTENG
    SOUTH AFRICA
    0114350348

  • Office Hours

    Monday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
    Tuesday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
    Wednesday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
    Thursday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
    Friday: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm