DISA Equipment used its presence at Electra Mining Africa 2026 to highlight a brand heritage extending from Daewoo through Doosan to Develon — a distribution relationship that has strengthened since 1998.
Brand Evolution Takes Centre Stage
The company’s brand evolution formed the central theme of its exhibition presence. Under the message “Trust carried forward,” DISA Equipment demonstrated how its equipment brands and technology have developed, while keeping local customer relationships, product support and its commitment to the Southern African market firmly established.
Develon Equipment on Display
Visitors to the stand in the new outdoor Orange Zone inspected a Develon DL420-7M wheel loader and DX530LC-7M crawler excavator. These machines represent two segments of a wider range that includes tracked excavators, wheel loaders, articulated dump trucks and backhoe loaders for mining, construction, earthmoving and infrastructure applications.
MY DEVELON Fleet-Management System
Live demonstrations of the MY DEVELON fleet-management system added a digital dimension to the equipment display, giving customers the opportunity to discuss fleet-management technology alongside the practical demands of keeping equipment productive and supported in demanding operating environments.
Customer Partnership and Technical Support
“Electra Mining Africa provided an ideal opportunity for customers to see our equipment first-hand and to engage directly with our technical and sales teams,” says Leon Schelvis, National Sales Manager, DISA Equipment. “Our focus is on supplying proven equipment solutions, backed by strong warranties, reliable service support and products that deliver value throughout their working lives.
“The combination of internationally recognised equipment and local application knowledge was an important part of our message at Electra Mining Africa. Rather than viewing every transaction as simply a machine handover, the DISA Equipment team positions customer relationships as a long-term partnership that begins with selecting suitable equipment and continues through each machine’s working life.
“Customers are supported before, during and after a sale through parts supply, warranty support and technical expertise. Our national footprint, supported by regional branches and dealers, gives us the capacity to assist equipment owners operating in challenging African conditions.”
From Daewoo to Doosan to DISA Equipment: A Brand History
The DISA Equipment name traces back to 1998, when the business was established in South Africa as Daewoo Heavy Industries South Africa. The company became Doosan Infracore South Africa in 2005 and began trading as DISA Equipment in 2008.
The Develon name, established in 2023, combines “Develop” and “Onwards,” reflecting the brand’s emphasis on continued development and progress.
Develon and Everdigm Distribution Across Southern Africa
Throughout these changes, DISA Equipment has provided continuity for customers across Southern Africa. Today, the company is the official distributor of Develon and Everdigm mining and construction equipment and attachments across the region.
Parts, Attachments and Technical Services
The product portfolio extends beyond complete machines to specialised hydraulic attachments, including breakers, quick couplers and other tools developed to enhance productivity across applications. DISA Equipment also provides genuine parts, scheduled maintenance, technical support, repairs, application-specific advice, on-site commissioning and machine training.
