Innovative boilers, stokers and associated energy solutions – from needs analysis to installation and support
Firmly focussed on serving our global customer base, we offer the following products and services: Boilers, Environmental Solutions (including Air Pollution Control), Engineering, Energy Management, Manufacturing, Spares, Maintenance and Training.
To assure our customers of the best solution to any engineering challenge, our engineering teams can accurately simulate virtually any scenario, using the latest computational fluid dynamics technology. Our capabilities in finite element analysis and in thermal, circulation and solid modelling enable our solutions to be custom-fit for purpose, every time.

Boilers
Dedicated engineers with many years’ experience head up our Boiler Division. We design, manufacture, install, maintain and retrofit all boilers and associated equipment. Learn More

Environmental Solutions
We offer one of the world’s most comprehensive ranges of air filtration/dust collection equipment for emission control, gas cleaning and product recovery. Our capabilities cover industrial environmental solutions and utility plant environmental solutions. Learn More

Engineering
As a leader in boiler technology we place strong emphasis on product development and thermal/combustion technology. Our wide-ranging welding capabilities serve our clients’ mission critical applications well. Learn More

Energy Management
Our Energy Management Department demonstrates our commitment to delivering world class competitive services to the growing number of customers who choose to outsource their non-core business. Learn More

HVAC
Whatever your HVAC requirements, our engineers will provide you with a well-considered long-term solution, so you can tick all the boxes of environmental and workspace compliance. Learn More

Manufacturing
Our manufacturing and foundry works has become one of the top facilities of its kind. Our services include welding and non-destructive testing. Learn More

Spares & Maintenance
A full range of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) spares is available for all John Thompson boilers, stokers and other ancillary equipment. We produce cast spares in our own foundry near Cape Town, so customers are assured of ex-stock supplies. Learn More

Training
We have been conducting comprehensive training programmes for welders, boilermakers, operators, maintenance staff and engineers for the past 20 years. Learn More

Company
From pioneering beginnings in 1824, John Thompson is today focussed on being a global leader in energy and environmental solutions. Learn More
Industries in which we operate

Power Generation

Petrochemical

Iron & Steel

Dryers

Coal

Sugar

Ferro Alloys

Iron Ore

Mineral Sands

Cement

Diamonds

Tyres / Rubber

Foundry

Gold Mining

Refractories

Industrial Boilers

Food Processing
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News and Media

What’s What Dec 2024
3rd December 2024

Calvin Carroll – Best Welding & Fabrication Inspector Level 2
3rd December 2024

Steamtalk Dec 2024
26th November 2024

Steamtalk June 2024
10th June 2024

Webinar: Energy efficiency, co generation and harnessing recoverable energy
27th February 2024

What’s What Dec 2023
12th December 2023