Pratley has been in the spotlight recently with the 50^th Anniversary of the moon landing and the recognition from SA Mint with the South African Invention series of collectable coins.  ...readmore

South African manufacturer Pratley has recently undergone an extensive revamp of its two main test and research laboratories, according to CEO Kim Pratley. This has bolstered its unique position among electrical-equipment manufacturers globally in that it has both the capability and facilities to manufacture base polymer materials in-house, in addition to the end products themselves. ...readmore

During the 1960's the founder of Pratley, Mr George Montague (Monty) Pratley assisted by a chemist, Mr Frank Robinson, invented the world's first Epoxy Putty.  Initially the intention was to use it internally for the insulating and affixing of terminals to cast iron Electrical Junction Boxes. Subsequently it was launched into the market as "Pratley Plastic Putty", this name was later changed to just "Pratley Putty". ...readmore