98 Years of Excellence.

Building South Africa's legacy in packaging and fastening solutions, one innovative solution at a time.

About Bidvest Afcom

Bidvest Afcom has been a South African leader in packaging and fastening solutions for 98 years. We are a BBBEE Level 1 and EPR-compliant organisation, serving the E-commerce, mining, agriculture, and industrial sectors through 9 branches, 1 sales depot, and 3 manufacturing facilities nationwide.

Our reputation is built on reliability, quality, and trusted after-sales support. We supply complete end-of-line solutions—from strapping, taping and fastening systems to marking, coding, labels, films, protective packaging, and construction consumables—backed by a skilled national team dedicated to excellence and consistency.

Sustainability is central to our growth. We continually invest in environmentally conscious practices to ensure our operations support our customers, our communities, and the future.

Always Evolving to Secure Growth

1928

The Spark

Founded with a focus on importing stapling machines, laying the foundation for a century of growth.

1989

A New Chapter

Joined The Bidvest Group, significantly expanding our national footprint and technical capabilities.

Present

Sustainable Future

Africa’s leading provider of innovative, Eco-friendly, and reliable packaging and fastening solutions.

What Matters to Us

Respect Honesty Integrity Accountability

"These principles guide our relationships with customers, partners, employees, and communities."

Solutions Driven

Collaborative, consultative mindset to deliver tailored solutions for measurable success.

Service Excellence

Exceptional service is at our heart. We strive to exceed expectations and build trust.

Quality Products

Commitment to precision, advanced technology, and ongoing research and development.

Sustainability

EPR compliance and ethical sourcing to reduce environmental impact and enable customers.

“Doing the right thing, even when nobody is watching”

Why Partners Choose Us

Our operations are built on a foundation of robustness, scalability, and ethical excellence, ensuring we deliver value across all scales of business.

Wholly owned by the Bidvest Group Ltd

Level 1 BBBEE rating

Measured ethical procurement standards

Registered with the DFFE

Member of a PRO – Polyco

Proud participant of the YES programme

Strong and intentional SD – SED- ED programmes

10 point distribution and service platforms

Local manufacturing capability in 3 provinces

2 months stockholding & 3 months raw materials

Raw material sourcing from 2 continents

FSC confirmation for paper products

Focused on innovation & eco-friendly options

Business continuity in 3 provinces (650Kva Backup)