Frequently Asked Questions

From Raw

Metal To Business

Independent operations with nominal-fee equipment access, trade shows and retail pipelines.

Market Access

Secure Vault Storage

TPI gave me access to a casting machine and a mentor. I went from making pieces at home to supplying retail stores.

News and Trade Updates

Incubatees and alumni can book casting, CAD/CAM, 3D printing and laser welding equipment after completing an induction.

Secure Workshops

Incubatees and alumni can book casting, CAD/CAM, 3D printing and laser welding equipment after completing an induction.

Master Mentoring

Incubatees and alumni can book casting, CAD/CAM, 3D printing and laser welding equipment after completing an induction.

About TPI

Meet Our Master Artisans

and Mentors

TPI gave me access to a casting machine and a mentor. I went from making pieces at home to supplying retail stores. Our showcase connects buyers with local makers for fine jewellery, custom commissions, PGM industrial products and corporate gifting.

Market Access

Casting Bay and Kilns

Secure Vault Storage

Secure Workshops

Market Access

EVERY STAGE OF YOUR

VISIT THE INCUBATOR

Secure Workshops

TPI IS WHERE LOCAL

HOW TO APPLY

During incubation, makers work in high-security workshops with casting machines, CAD/CAM stations, 3D printers and laser welders, supported by master artisans and quality control.

Workshop Access
Master Goldsmith
Board & Management
How to Apply

Eligibility Criteria

Applications for the next pre-incubation intake are open to artisans, jewellery designers and SMMEs working with platinum group or precious metals.

600

+

How to Apply

1,000

+

Market Access

100

%

Hands-On Training

How to Apply

Casting Bay and Kilns

TPI gave me access to a casting machine and a mentor. I went from making pieces at home to supplying retail stores.

Secure Vault Storage

Jewellery Designer
Workshop Access

Casting Bay and Kilns

Jewellery Designer
Workshop Access

Master Mentoring

Jewellery Designer
Workshop Access

Secure Workshops

Jewellery Designer
Workshop Access

Our Team

CASTING BAY AND KILNS

We run regular information sessions for applicants. Bring your portfolio, questions and business idea.

Business Mentor

Jewellery Designer

Programme Officer

Name Surname

Master Goldsmith

Jewellery Designer

Market Access

Crafted in Rustenburg

Incubatees and alumni can book casting, CAD/CAM, 3D printing and laser welding equipment after completing an induction.

GOVERNANCE AND

BOARD OVERSIGHT