Software-driven systems, built on real operational experience
Multi-Weigh Technologies helps businesses improve traceability, weighing accuracy, stock control, production visibility and operational efficiency. Since 1990 we have grown from our engineering roots in production scales and check-weighing into a specialist in integrated software and hardware for agriculture, packhouses, food production, warehousing and logistics.
Systems that fit the way your operation works
Every operation has its own processes, pressure points and goals, so we do not force businesses into rigid, generic systems. We work closely with each client to understand how the operation runs, where data is captured, where errors happen and where visibility is needed. Then we configure practical software and hardware that support productivity, traceability, quality and long-term growth.
Our systems are built around real workflows, connecting data, machines and people so daily operations are more accurate, more visible and easier to manage.
“Our role is not only to provide technology. It is to become a hands-on partner that helps your team turn operational challenges into smarter, more connected ways of working.”
Over three decades on the operational floor
Each milestone sits on the line at its year, 1990 to 2024.
- 1990
Multi-Weigh Technologies is founded
Jonathan Swiel founds MWT, a business focused on practical weighing and operational technology. In the same year Adcock Ingram becomes the first customer, a relationship that continues to this day.
- 1992
Pallet and check-weighing systems
MWT introduces pallet and check-weighing systems, helping businesses verify weights, improve control and bring greater precision to production and dispatch.
A weighing conveyor. - 1995
First warehouse environments
MWT begins working in warehouse environments, learning how stock is received, moved, stored and dispatched: insight that later shaped its warehouse and inventory systems.
- 2003
First warehouse management system
MWT develops its Warehouse Management System, its first major step into software and the turn from equipment-led solutions to integrated software and hardware.
- 2003
First pallet dimensioner
MWT develops its first pallet dimensioner, measuring dimensions for transport costs: the foundation of the dimensioning and weighing systems offered today.
A dimensioning gantry. - 2003
Expansion into Zambia
MWT grows beyond South Africa into Zambia, showing that its systems and support could serve operations outside the South African market.
- 2005
First batch plant solution
MWT introduces its first batch plant solution, taking its technical capability into more complex processing and production environments.
A batch plant control screen. - 2007
Into the macadamia sector
Golden Macadamia becomes MWT's first customer in the macadamia nut sector. The experience gained there later contributed to NutLogger.
- 2010
NutLogger is launched
NutLogger combines software, traceability, production visibility and hardware integration for nut processing, from intake through to dispatch.
A macadamia quality-control station. - 2020
The Packhouse System
MWT introduces its Packhouse System for agricultural packhouses: intake, packing, labelling, inventory, dispatch and reporting.
- 2021
NutLogger in Australia
NutLogger is introduced to the Australian market.
- 2024
Further into Australia
MWT continues its expansion into Australia, a South African technology company with systems that serve operations worldwide.
The team
We listen before we build. We configure before we launch. We support after go-live. That is how systems end up not only technically capable, but useful in the real world.
- Jonathan SwielFounderLinkedIn profile of Jonathan Swiel
- Owen MbunduDirectorLinkedIn profile of Owen Mbundu
- Dennis BouwmeesterLinkedIn profile of Dennis Bouwmeester
- Elain MangelsdorfSoftware DeveloperLinkedIn profile of Elain Mangelsdorf
- Alain MangelsdorfSoftware DeveloperLinkedIn profile of Alain Mangelsdorf
Built in South Africa. Proven across borders.
Multi-Weigh has grown from South Africa into international markets, supporting operations across Africa and beyond.
Our solutions process over 80% of South African macadamias.
- South Africa
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
- Kenya
- Ethiopia
- Russia
- Tunisia
- Australia
How we work
We start by understanding how your operation works: its workflows, challenges, users, hardware and reporting needs. Then we configure a system that fits.
Understand your operation
We learn how your business runs, including your workflows, challenges and goals, so the solution fits what you need.
Configure to fit
The software is configured to match your environment, users, processes and reporting requirements.
Rapid implementation
With years of industry experience and a proven rollout approach, we manage implementation with minimal disruption.
Go live with confidence
We onboard your team, check data integrity and test key workflows before launch, so your team goes live smoothly.
Ongoing partnership
From training and updates to hands-on support, we stay involved for the long term.
Turn operational excellence into your competitive advantage
Whether you need better traceability, warehouse visibility, packhouse control, check-weighing accuracy or dimensioning data, Multi-Weigh can help you build a system around the way your operation works.