Automobile Parts

One of the largest commercial houses in the Gambia, Shyben A. Madi & Sons Ltd. imports and distributes a wide variety of products. In addition, the management of our company continually monitors the market and is fully informed of future trends. In so doing, we keep abreast and respond from a long-term perspective. We are agents for many internationally renowned brands in Gambia:    Exclusive agencies held        Nissan Motor Co., Japan     Peugeot, France     Kia/Asia Motor, south korea   Yamaha, Japan (Marine outboard engines) Esso Oil, U.K.       May Milch GmbH & Co. Royal Delica Milk British American Tobacco, U.K.   Xerox Compaq, USA   Samsung, South Korea (Air conditioners)   Drawing on a wealth of managerial experience in marketing and business development, our company assesses the viability of business ventures and participates in major investment and finance dealings.  Shyben A Madi & Sons Ltd. is well established as an instrumental link between important financiers, manufacturers and suppliers on the one hand, and the government of the Gambia on the other. Our company’s excellent relationship with government greatly facilitates our entering into partnership with foreign investors in the Gambia.     Furthermore, international organizations have carried out in-depth studies, tendered and secured major projects as a result of our involvement and strong influence.   Since 1890 the madi family has been closely identified with business in the Gambia, firmly establishing its roots in the country's commercial infrastructure. Registered under its present name as a limited company in 1973, our company's trade links extend today throughout the West African sub-region; including Senegal, Mali, Mauritania, Guinea and Guinea-Bissau.    A sound knowledge and experience of the Gambian market, coupled with highly experienced and well-trained staff in each field of operation, places Shyben A. Madi & Sons Ltd. at the forefront of the leading economic organizations in the country.   Shyben A. Madi & Sons Ltd. operates from two locations in the Gambia:  a head office and general merchandise wing located in Banjul, and a technical branch at Kanifing with the best-equipped service garage in the Gambia.   Looking to the future In line with our long-standing leading position in the Gambian business community, and inorder to keep pace with the increasingly sophisticated demands of consumers, we will do our utmost to expand into new products and technologies while continuing to reinforce traditional business lines.  Our confidence in the country’s future, and our wish to participate in the development of the Gambia, has prompted us to embark in new ventures by associating since 1982 with Madi Motor Co. Ltd.  And Madi Intra Agencies Ltd., and since 1995 with Sam Bureau de Change.   Shyben A. Madi & Sons Ltd. brings prudence in risk management to the task of creating new business opportunities, while maintaining the highest standards of performance.  The credibility of our name makes us your partner in the Gambia for worldwide trading.

* Gasket Manufacturing Corporation (Pty) Ltd was formed in 1979 and has a stable, trained workforce specialising in the manufacturing of gaskets. Quality is controlled and equipment is related specifically for the purpose of producing the range of products advertised. Technology is enhanced by association with overseas suppliers and involvement with Original Equipment Manufacturers. New products and processes are developed with the demand for gasketing to provide a good seal under increasing pressure, temperatures and new chemicals. Locality ensures rapid supply to all main industrial areas nation-wide and with a 24 hour operation we pride ourselves on the ability to supply on time. Assuring you of the highest standards of quality and service. Our operations, which produce on average 3 million components, are housed under a 13 000 m2 factory, and employs a team of 150 Staff. Our Sales Team have been extensively trained to advice on the various types of gasketing materials. With manufacturing and distribution plants in both Durban, and Cape Town, as well as a distribution point in Europe. AUTOMOTIVE GASKETSAutomotive gasketing has developed from the early days of copper, leather and basic cork to non-asbestos, silicones and a variety of metals.The modern engine demands high pressure sealing and must cope with differential rates of expansion and contraction between flanges. Engines are constructed from alloys with less contact area for the gasket to do its job, but with greater energy output.CYLINDER HEAD GASKETSThe development is toward embossed or laminated metal with selective coating and also flat metal covered with gasket materials, which are in turn, enhanced with silicones. The result is a gasket which conforms to surface irregularities which can accept surface movement, can seal under arduous conditions and can be easily removed. More use is being made of new materials and enhancing the gasket with silicon coating and silicon beads adds to improved performance of the gasket.SUMP AND VALVE COVER GASKETSOil pan and valve covers in pressed metal format use a variety of rubber mouldings and CorkRubber provides a good seal. On cast aluminium types, asbestos and non-asbestos materials are more applicable. (Refer to our product range and specification).EXHAUST AND MANIFOLDSMetal gasket composites (or metal clad jointing) allows for differential expansion rates between the manifold and engine whilst sealing exhaust gas at high temperatures.SEALSRange from standard NBR (Nitrile) to silicones and high temperature Viton and are sourced worldwide to suite the application.INDUSTRIAL GASKETSGasket selection requires examination of three basic elements, namely:• The medium being sealed• Temperature and pressure influences• The construction of the flange where the gasket will be fittedDetermining the material which can be used to the best effect, must ensure that what is being sealed will not cause gasket degradation and be able to conform to flange irregularities without physical distortions to the flange.CORKRUBBER AND RUBBERUsed for sealing oils, air and water at low bolt loads. Service is seen in the heavy electrical industry in transformers and switchgear. Cork rubber has a good resistance to oil at 80-100°C and is resistant to the effects of climate. Many applications ranging from gearboxes, inspection covers to water piping gaskets use rubber or CorkRubber.ASBESTOS / NON-ASBESTOS COMPOSITESWith the demand for ever increasing pressures and temperatures, asbestos jointing is now being replaced by non-asbestos composites and can be used for high temperatures and pressures. However both ranges of materials cover a wide spectrum of specifications and are used throughout industry.FELT AND SPONGESUsed for dust or very low pressure sealing. Felts are sometimes impregnated with oils or wax to include lubrication properties. Sponges are used for a variety of low pressure seals/dust covers and even in cord form for ease of installation. It is also common for sponge gaskets to be supplied with a peel off self adhesive backing.ENGINEERING PAPERS AND SHIMSStill providing good service are the engineering papers used where high flange loads are available but low pressure is evident i.e. gear boxes. Shims in plastic are coloured to positively identify the precise thickness to allow for accurate settings.PLASTIC SHIMSUsing colour coded shim material provides easy, reliable and fast recognition of their thickness by their colour. There is no need to use a micrometer thus saving on time and costs and providing greater dependability on assembly and improving of the quality of the finished product.In many applications plastic shims, can replace metal due to the improved technology in providing perfomance characteristics which differ from those of metal, e.g. folding endurance, chemical resistance, tensile strength to break, etc. Plastic shims also cost less than metal which adds to their cost effectiveness.APPLICATIONS AND INDUSTRIESArbor shims for milling machines; slitting machinery for steel or non-metals; pumps; power transmissions; reduction gear units; all types of filters; compressors; diesel engines; escalator and elevator manufactures; all engineering workshops; earth moving equipment; mining equipment; marine applications; optical equipment; vehicle washing equipment; dot matrix printers; bearings; nuclear power plants.Chemical resistance to:Acetic acid, hydrochloric acid 10%, sodium hydroxide 10%, water, tricoethlene, detergent oils 10°C, detergent oils 90°C, other hydrocarbon oils.SIZES AND AVAILABILITYMetric size range from 0,012 mm to 1,0 mmNon-metric sizes range from 0,0005” to 0,04”Available in sheets 1220 x 610 mmSome thicknesses are available in bulk length rolls of 250metres x 0,610 wide. These materials can be cut into any shape and/or size.

CFAO is the leader in specialised distribution in Africa & the French Overseas Departments & Territories. Established in Gambia since1888, CFAO Motors (ex-CFAO GAMBIA LTD) is one of the oldest company in the and is part of the “smiling coast of Africa” history. Specialized in automotive, it represents major brands as Toyota, Suzuki, Yamaha, Bridgestone, Avis, FG Wilson and SDMO and also have Spare Parts and Workshop Departments.    CFAO is also a company with industrial productions and trading activities through its CFAO Industries & Trading division & it is a well-known player in the distribution of New Technologies of Information and Communication, through its Technologies Division.   CFAO Automotive is the exclusive distributor for some of the world’s largest car manufacturers in Africa and the French Overseas Collectivities.   In 2008, CFAO Automotive’s turnover reached 1.764 billion euros and accounted for 61,6% of CFAO total turnover.   As well as selling complete ranges of tourism and utility vehicles, 4x4s, buses and heavy goods vehicles, CFAO Automotive is now expanding its range of services:   spare parts workshops bodyworkshops services rapides quick services tyres maintenance contracts   It is an importer and sole distributor of cars & related products from:-   • Toyota: Nouvelle Avensis, FJ Cruiser, Corolla, Camry, Avanza, RAVA4, Prado, LC 200, Hilux, Hiace, Coaster and Dyna.   • Suzuki: Alto, Jimmy, Grand Vitara, APV Panel Van, Carry Pick-Up.   • Yamaha: Motorbikes (off-road & on-road) ATV, Power Products.   •  Bridgestone Tyres: Turanza, Potenza and B series.   •  FG Wilson and SDMO    •  Tractors   •  Avis: Car rentals   As a subsidiary of the PPR Group, CFAO is active in 33 African countries and, 6 French Overseas Departments and Territories, and in Vietnam. It has a 10,200 strong workforce, spread over 149 subsidiaries and 287 sites.   The firm has 3 key areas of expertise:    •Automobile Distribution   •New Technologies of Information and Communication   •Production and distribution of consumer products with CFAO Industries & Trading    In 2007 the firm's consolidated turnover stood at 2 534,7 million Euros (up 14.2 %).    Did you know? All British and French firms except CFAO closed down business and left the Gambia on the eve of the declaration of independence. At the time the company's outlets in Banjul provided goods consumed mainly by the affluent members of the society.  

Autoworld is a dealer in motor vehicle parts, tyres, accessories, car audio systems, garage equipment, petroleum products, boats, marine equipment and accessories in Zambia. It has established itself as one of the leading companies in the motor trade industry. We deal in Motor Vehicle Spares, Engine Parts, Body Parts, Shock Absorbers, Windscreens, Batteries, Tyres & Tubes, Mag Rims, Accessories, Paints, Car Audio, Lubricants, Filters etc, We also deal in Compressors, Garage Equipment and Tools. Autoworld was established as a Limited company in May 1992. Over the years the company has positioned itself as one of the leading companies in the motor trade industry with seven branches and three franchises throughout Zambia.  The head office is located on Freedom Way, Lusaka, the capital of Zambia. This comprises of offices, a showroom, 5 retail outlets, a warehouse and a fitment centre all under one roof. The second branch was opened on Ben Bella Road, Lusaka, in May 1995. This was followed by the third branch in Ndola, in July 1999.    The fourth branch in Kitwe opened in 2000. The fifth branch to open was in the tourist capital of Zambia, Livingstone, in March 2002. The sixth and biggest branch opened in December 2006 on the Kafue Road next to the Downtown Shopping Centre in Lusaka.    The Kafue Road branch consists of the main boat showroom, fitment centre, parts, tyres and accessories retail outlet, warehouse and ample parking to cater for the increasing number of cars on the Zambian roads. The seventh branch opened in the Comesa area of Lusaka on Lumumba Road in October 2007. The three franchises in Buseko (an area of Lusaka), Kabwe and Chipata all opened in 2007.   Our aim at Autoworld is to have a branch in all the provincial centres of Zambia with the prospect of establishing branches throughout Africa and the rest of the world. The model for accomplishing this vision is through franchising.   Autoworld was founded by the company Chairman, Noble Findlay along with the help of the Directors; his wife, Cossie Findlay and two sons, Glenn Findlay and Christopher Findlay. The company is managed by the Directors and a management team, which includes a Financial Controller, Chief Accountant, Purchasing Manager, IT Specialist, General Manager, Marketing Executive, Accountants, Store Controllers, Warehouse Managers, Human Resource Manager and Branch Managers.

Rahma Trading PLC is enganged in trading auto parts for more than 10 years and is a specialist supplier, importer and wholesaler of spare parts for Land Rover, Toyota, Mitsubishi and Nissan. Our company offers a formidable range of components, parts, auto electrical parts and accessories across the wholesale and retail sectors of the automotive spares industry in Ethiopia. We supply the motor industry with all the leading manufacturers brands in Ethiopia. These brands are supplemented with a wide range from approved global suppliers. We have been the leader in marketing NPR Piston Rings, 555 Suspension parts, “ART” Pistons, Seiken Hydraulic parts. We are the company with many years of experience in spare parts business, yet we constantly strive to explore new horizons.