WHO WE ARE
About Us
Lithotech is South Africa’s leading specialist in printing, supply management, marketing material, office supplies, labels and packaging. With an experienced salesforce that offers customised solutions, comprehensive manufacturing facilities and a national warehouse infrastructure, Lithotech truly offers print and so much more.
Our Story
With a national sales and distribution infrastructure, Lithotech is the recognised leader in the supply of business related consumables in South Africa, offering a complete range of products and related services for every business need.
Lithotech is owned by Bidvest South Africa, an international services, trading and distribution company. One of the largest industrial companies in South Africa, Bidvest is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.
As sales offices and warehouses are located nationally in all major South African centres, stock can be held either centrally or at multiple sites, so ensuring timeous delivery. Stock items are stored in secure warehouses facilities ensuring the safety of all products.
Lithotech’s warehouses are supported by advanced warehouse management software that is integrated into our ERP system, so providing continuity of service in all regions. The ERP system has an on-line procurement option that is especially effective for customers that have a large range of stock items that are stocked at multiple sites.
Our manufacturing plants are equipped with a comprehensive inventory of printing and print finishing equipment, and our accreditation by the Cheque & MICR Standards Authority confirms our ability to fulfil all security print requirements.
Lithotech ensures that products are produced to the highest quality, and that customers benefit from the latest technology, raw materials and work processes.
Our Empowerment
Broad-based black economic empowerment came into practice in 2003 and has since evolved rapidly.
The fundamental purpose of B-BBEE is to promote viable economic empowerment of all black people – including in particular, women, youth, persons with disabilities and people living in rural areas – through diverse, integrated socio-economic strategies.
Lithotech is a division of Bidvest Paperplus, a 100% owned subsidiary of the Bidvest Group. The group is 50.27% (+7.81%) black owned and 22.99% (+7.18%) black women owned, with a 94.48% ownership score being achieved for the group and for each of the Bidvest Paperplus divisions.
Lithotech’s B-BBEE policies and strategies have been developed to ensure that measurable progress continues to be made towards genuine and meaningful black economic empowerment.
Our current B-BBEE status (valid until 29 October 2026) is a Level 1 Contributor. And customers can claim 135% of their procurement spend for their own scorecard!
Sustainability
At Lithotech, sustainability is more than a responsibility – it’s an integral part of how we operate, innovate and grow. We recognise that long-term business success depends on balancing economic performance with environmental stewardship, social responsibility and sound corporate governance. Our approach to sustainability is guided by a commitment to creating lasting value for our customers, employees, stakeholders and the communities in which we operate.
We continuously seek ways to reduce our environmental impact through responsible resource management, renewable energy initiatives, water conservation and efficient operational practices. From the installation of solar energy systems to the implementation of rainwater harvesting and greywater solutions, we are committed to improving sustainability across our operations while supporting a more resilient future.
At the same time, we place strong emphasis on the well-being and development of our people. Through staff wellness initiatives, skills development and a culture of accountability and inclusion, we aim to create a safe, supportive and empowering workplace environment.
Our commitment to sustainability is further strengthened by robust governance structures and internationally recognised standards, including ISO 9001 certification and SEDEX compliance. These frameworks support ethical business practices, operational excellence, transparency and continuous improvement throughout our business and supply chain.
By embedding sustainability into our daily operations and long-term strategy, Lithotech remains focussed on responsible growth, innovation and making a positive contribution to society and the environment.
Social Responsibility
As a market leader in the industry, we believe in contributing to the well-being of society by investing in effective social responsibility programmes.
The three key areas of focus are:
- An HIV/AIDS awareness, education and outreach programme.
- A bursary scheme for secondary education to children of employees.
- A co-operative educational programme.
These areas of community investment are supplemented with support for charitable organisations that provide opportunities to disabled and handicapped individuals.
We are proud of our track record and will continue to implement policies that have a positive impact on society and the environment.
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