Who We Are
About Nuwkem
Founded in 2006, Nuwkem was created with a clear vision: to build a hygiene company rooted in integrity, reliability and quality. From the beginning, we set out to do business honestly and thoughtfully — the kind of business where relationships matter and standards are never compromised.
We believe our customers should enjoy working with the people behind the brand, have confidence in consistent product availability and trust that every solution they choose is crafted to a superior standard. That’s why we offer products backed by extensive warranties and designed with long-term performance in mind.
These principles are not just promises we make to our customers — they are the same values we hold ourselves to every day.
WHY CHOOSE US?
- Quality & Reliability – Delivering products that perform consistently and stand the test of time.
- Integrity – Doing business honestly, transparently and responsibly.
- Customer-centricity – Designing solutions and experiences around real customer needs.
- Accountability – Taking ownership of our products, promises and partnerships.
- Innovation – Continuously improving through smart design and thoughtful engineering.
- Value – Offering long-term value through durability, performance and fair pricing.
OUR APPROACH
Affordable solutions that work
We provide practical hygiene solutions designed to deliver reliable performance without unnecessary complexity. This mean dependable products, straightforward systems and long-term value.
Industry-leading warranties
Our dispensers are backed by some of the best warranties in the industry, designed to do exactly what they were created to do. This is our way of standing behind the quality of our products.
Low cost in use
Our consumables are engineered for optimal dosing and efficiency. They work seamlessly with our quality dispensers, helping reduce waste and ongoing costs.
A brand that stands by its word
We honour our commitments and ensure our products perform as promised.
Skin-friendly formulations
High-quality skincare formulations designed to keep hands healthy, comfortable and moisturised.
Certified and compliant products
Our products are certified. Simply look for the certification logos.
OUR PRODUCTS
Every product in our range carries our stamp of approval. When you see a Rubbermaid or Ticra™ mark on a dispenser or consumable, you can be confident it has been carefully selected, tested and proven to perform.
Through partnerships with global leaders such as Rubbermaid Commercial Products, alongside our own quality-driven Ticra™ Hygiene range, we offer a complete portfolio of trusted bathroom hygiene solutions. It’s a combination of innovation, durability and reliability, products we believe in and confidently stand behind.
This trusted range is now reaching even further. Through the Nuwkem Global Division, we are extending the same standards of quality and performance beyond South Africa into the African and Indian Ocean markets, ensuring our proven hygiene solutions are accessible wherever they’re needed.
Facts that speak for themselves
In a competitive market, it’s tempting to make purchasing decisions based on upfront price. But buying on price alone, without considering long-term performance, reliability and total cost of ownership, can cost more than it saves. The real value of a hygiene dispenser or consumable only becomes clear over time. This can be seen in reduced maintenance, fewer replacements, lower operational disruption and the confidence of knowing the product will perform as promised. That is why we compared Ticra™ with three available alternatives.
Quality & Hygiene Standards
| Feature | Ticra™ | Competitor | What this means for you | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | B | C | |||
| Lifetime warranty on selected dispensers |
✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ | Fewer replacements, lower lifecycle costs and the confidence that your investment is protected for the long term. |
| Quality guarantee on consumables |
✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ | Every Ticra™-approved consumable is quality guaranteed, so you know exactly what you’re getting, every time. |
| Biomaster antimicrobial push handles |
✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ | Reduces bacterial transfer at the highest-contact point on any dispenser. |
| Battery life on automatic dispensers |
Up to 2 years |
~6 months | ~6 months | ~6 months | Significantly fewer battery replacements, reducing operational burden and maintenance. |
| Guaranteed sprays per air freshener refill |
Up to 3 000 sprays |
Up to 3 000 sprays |
– | Up to 3 000 sprays |
Every refill delivers exactly what it promises – consistent fragrance from the first spray to the last. |
Design & Premium Finishes
| Feature | Ticra™ | Competitor | What this means for you | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | B | C | |||
| Urinal products that reduce bacteria and odour | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✕ | Our urinal range actively reduces the bacteria that cause foul odours, keeping bathrooms and urinals consistently clean and welcoming. |
| SABS approved antibacterial soaps | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✕ | Independently verified to meet South African standards. This is essential for compliance-sensitive environments. |
| Hygienically sealed consumables | ✓ | ✓ | Not confirmed | ✓ | Eliminates contamination risk from the moment of manufacture to the moment of use. |
| Fully automated soap | ✓ | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | No human contact during production. This is an additional layer of hygiene assurance before the product even reaches your facility. |
| Steel valve stem in 75ml air freshener | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ | Consistent fragrance delivery from the first spray to the last. |
Local Manufacturing & Reliability
| Feature | Ticra™ | Competitor | What this means for you | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | B | C | |||
| Coordinated finish ranges | 6 ranges +7th coming soon |
Limited | Limited | Limited | Specify a unified washroom aesthetic across every floor, every building, every environment. |
| Unique colours and finishes |
Pure White, Crescent Silver, Graphite Black, Velora Stainless Steel, Ember Bronze Steel |
White and stainless steel |
Pearl White plastic, Pearl Platinum, Stainless steel |
Brushed steel, black, white and modern colours |
Match your washroom dispensers to your interior design intent, available in both plastic and steel finishes. |
| Steel dispensers | ✓ | Not disclosed | Not disclosed | ✕ | Locally manufactured steel dispensers built with an understanding of South African environments, demands and standards. |
| Consistent stock availability | ✓ | Not disclosed | Not disclosed | ✓ | Reliable supply through Nuwkem’s trusted distributor network. You never have to manage delays or shortages. |
| South African distributor network | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✕ | Local pricing support, technical guidance and consistent product availability. |
| South African owned | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✕ | A brand built on an understanding of local environments, local demands and local standards. Here for the long term. |
