ERE Consulting Engineering (ERECE) · 084 234 4090 · info@erece.co.za · https://erece.co.za/
Mechanical Engineering Consulting In Cape Town
Pumps, pipework, structures and machinery, designed, checked and documented so they work, last and stay safe.
Design, FEA, drawings and compliance support for plants, fabricators and asset owners in Cape Town and remotely worldwide.
PASSION THROUGH ENGINEERING
What We Work On
Engineering
- FEA And SimulationStress, deflection and safety-factor checks in PTC Creo and SolidWorks, verified against hand calculations.
- CAD And Design3D models, orthographic drawings and drawing packs to standard, in PTC Creo and SolidWorks.
- Fluid SystemsPumps, piping, losses and system curves.
- WaterWater use, reuse and leak-loss reviews.
- Transport EquipmentDrawing Packs. FEA. Design. and Production Support.
- Mechanical Systems EfficiencyEnergy, waste and reliability reviews of running plant.
Modelling, FEA And CFD
From 3D Model To Verified Design
Illustrative textbook-style visuals, not client work.
FEA, CAD And Design
How Mechanical Engineering Work Looks
Illustrative textbook-style examples, not client projects.
FEA: Von Mises Stress Contour On An L-Bracket (Illustrative) 
FEA: Mesh Refinement Where Stress Peaks (Illustrative) 
FEA: Deformed Shape Against Hand Calculation (Illustrative) 
CAD: Orthographic Drawing With Dimensions (Illustrative)
Discipline
Seven Pillars. One Path From Brief To Handover.
From first sketch to the maintenance plan.
Design And Drawing
Concept to production-ready drawing packs, checked before release.
See Design and Drawing →02Simulation And FEA
Stress, strength, and motion checked by hand calculation and FEA before steel is cut.
See Simulation and FEA →03Fluid And Energy Systems
Water, fluid, power, and cooling systems sized and matched to the duty.
See Fluid and Energy Systems →04Maintenance And Reliability
Plans, procedures, and fault finding that keep equipment safe and in service.
See Maintenance and Reliability →05Manufacturing And Fabrication Support
Designs built the way they are drawn, from nesting to commissioning.
See Manufacturing and Fabrication Support →06Standards And Compliance
Work aligned with ISO, SANS, the GMR, and OHSACT.
See Standards and Compliance →07Consulting
Calculations, specifications, and project management.
See Consulting →Process
Method And Quality Assurance
Every step documented, every assumption stated.
- DEFINE.
Understand the brief, collect site data and state the problem, assumptions and constraints. - ANALYSE.
Hand calculations first, then FEA or system models where they add value. - DESIGN.
Develop and compare options against requirements, cost and impact, then detail in CAD. - VERIFY.
Check results against standards, specifications and safety, with review under external professional oversight. - DELIVER.
Drawings, reports and procedures written clearly for the people who build, run and maintain the work. - REVIEW.
Confirm the result on site, record lessons and feed them into the next job.
Planning, cost, risk and safety are managed at every step, and decisions are recorded.
Engagements: fixed-scope project, hourly or daily rate, or retainer.
Industries
Industries We Serve
WATER AND UTILITIES
Pumping, piping, and efficiency reviews for municipalities and utilities.
FLUID AND PROCESS SYSTEMS
Flow, pressure, cooling, and power machines for plants.
TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT
Drawing Packs. FEA. Design. and Production Support.
MANUFACTURING AND FABRICATION
Design for manufacture, nesting, jigs, and commissioning.
PLANT ENGINEERING
Maintenance plans, fault finding, and reliability.
Toolset
Tools And Software
PTC CreoCAD And FEA
SolidWorksCAD And FEA
AutoCAD2D Drafting And Drawings
Autodesk Inventor3D CAD And Assemblies
Microsoft OfficeReports And Calculations
AnsysSimulation And FEA
MATLABEngineering Calculations
Compliance
Standards We Reference
- ISO 128 (technical drawings)
- ISO 2768-1 (general tolerances)
- ISO 1101 (geometrical tolerancing)
- ASME Y14.5 (dimensioning and tolerancing)
- SANS 347 (pressure equipment categorization)
- SANS 10228 (dangerous goods classification)
- General Machinery Regulations
- OHS Act (Act 85 of 1993)
- Client specifications
Referenced in drawing and design work. This is not a claim of certification. Under SANS 347, Category II and higher pressure equipment designs are approved by an appropriately registered professional.
How The Work Is Done
Safety, Quality And Conduct
- Safety FirstRisk assessment (HIRA) for the work, with OHS Act (Act 85 of 1993) duties and applicable regulations kept in view.
- Planning, Cost And RiskScope, schedule, budget and risks agreed up front and tracked through the job.
- Design ReviewCalculations, models and drawings reviewed before release.
- VerificationHand calculations checked against FEA, with assumptions recorded.
- Clear CommunicationDrawings, reports and procedures written for the people who use them, with regular updates to the client.
- Sustainability And ImpactOptions weighed for energy, water and material use, and for effects on people and the environment.
- Responsibility And EthicsWork within the ECSA Code of Conduct and the candidate scope, under the supervision of a registered professional where required. Honest advice, sound judgement and decisions owned and recorded.
- Learning And DevelopmentContinued development as an ECSA candidate through structured initial professional development (IPD), short courses and reading of standards.
Candidate Engineering Technologist (Mechanical), ECSA
Professional Member, PSASA
About
Ethan R. Esbach, Candidate Engineering Technologist (Mechanical), ECSA
Ethan R. Esbach runs ERE Consulting Engineering (ERECE), a mechanical engineering consultancy in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town.
His design work is grounded in production: drawing packs, design checking, standards compliance, jigs and tools, and a working knowledge of how parts are cut, formed, welded and assembled. He does CAD and finite element analysis (FEA) in both PTC Creo and SolidWorks, and drafts in AutoCAD, to check designs before they reach the workshop. He holds a degree in mechanical engineering and is in Post Graduate Studies - Mechanical Engineering. His goal is registration as a Professional Engineer, Pr.Eng - Mechanical. ERECE provides non-statutory engineering services. Work and designs are reviewed under the oversight of an external registered professional.
Beyond engineering, Ethan is a speaker, coach, entrepreneur and author (RESILIENT) who helps people and teams build the resilience to perform under pressure.
Beyond Engineering
Other Roles
- Speaker
- Coach
- Entrepreneur
- Author
Profile
Ethan R. Esbach, Mechanical Engineering Candidate
The full profile: qualifications, memberships, CAD and FEA, sectors, roadmap and other roles.
Profession
Professional Associations
Proofs are shown for verification only and cannot be downloaded.
Engineering Council Of South Africa
Candidate Engineering Technologist (Mechanical), ECSA
South African Institution Of Mechanical Engineering
Member, SAIMechE
The Institution Of Certificated Mechanical And Electrical Engineers, South Africa
Student Member, ICMEESA
Professional Speakers Association Of Southern Africa
Professional Member, PSASA
CSWA › CSWP › CSWE
SOLIDWORKS Certification
SOLIDWORKS certification: in progress
Fact Sheet
| Title | Candidate Engineering Technologist (Mechanical), ECSA |
|---|---|
| Registration | ECSA candidate registration |
| Qualification | Degree in Mechanical Engineering |
| Studies | Post Graduate Studies - Mechanical Engineering |
| Goal | Professional Engineer, Pr.Eng - Mechanical (working towards registration) |
| Oversight | ERECE provides non-statutory engineering services. Work and designs are reviewed under the oversight of an external registered professional. |
| Memberships | Candidate Engineering Technologist (Mechanical), ECSA Member, SAIMechE Student Member, ICMEESA Professional Member, PSASA |
| Engineering | Drawing packs, design checking, ISO/SANS compliance, design for manufacture, jigs and tools, drawing-office coordination. |
| Software | CAD and FEA in PTC Creo and SolidWorks; AutoCAD; Autodesk Inventor; Microsoft Office |
| Other Roles | Speaker. Coach. Entrepreneur. Author. |
| Profile |
About ERECE
ERE Consulting Engineering (ERECE) is a Cape Town mechanical engineering consultancy that makes systems flow efficiently and makes steel carry safely.
Mission. Deliver practical, verified mechanical engineering that reduces waste, lowers operating cost, and keeps people and infrastructure safe.
Vision. To be the engineering partner that clients in South Africa and abroad trust to make their systems run leaner, safer, and longer.
Projects
Selected Projects
Production drawing packs, a 3D concrete printing system, a Baja chassis optimization, and heavy plant maintenance.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What does ERECE do?
Mechanical engineering consulting across seven pillars: design and drawing, simulation and FEA, fluid and energy systems, maintenance and reliability, manufacturing support, standards and compliance, and consulting.
Where do you work?
On site in Cape Town and the Western Cape through ERECE South Africa, and remotely for clients abroad through ERECE International.
What is a systems efficiency review?
A structured review of a pumping, fluid, cooling, or power system against its duty, with practical recommendations to reduce energy, water, and waste.
How are fees set?
Per project: fixed scope, hourly or daily rate, or a retainer. Request a quote with your drawings and timeline.
Which software do you use?
PTC Creo and SolidWorks for both CAD and FEA, plus AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor and Microsoft Office.
How fast do you respond?
Within one business day.
How do I book a call?
Use the Book Now button and choose Call.
How do I pay?
By EFT or PayFast before the call. Payment details are sent after you book.
Can I get a refund?
No. Once a call is booked and paid, no refunds are given.
Can Ethan speak at our event?
Yes. See the subject matter on the Speaking page and send the audience, date and format through the contact page.