Leading the shop from Paarl
Pieter Johannes van der Merwe leads Catprints and Signs with a practical eye for what businesses actually need, from clean print files to signs that hold up in Paarl sun, coastal moisture and day to day handling. He has been part of the business since 2008 and keeps the focus on steady service, clear communication and work that suits the job, not just the brief.
He is the person making sure the team stays aligned on quality, timing and site requirements, whether the job is for a Worcester factory, a Franschhoek guest house or a vehicle heading out through Wellington and the wider Boland.
Artwork, layout and prepress checks
Leandri Botha handles studio and prepress work, where small details matter more than most people realise. She checks artwork for sizing, bleed, image clarity, font handling and colour setup, so the print or sign comes through as intended and not with surprises on the press or cutter.
She also helps clients tidy up files for business cards, flyers, stickers and banners, and she is often the one spotting a missing crop mark, low resolution image or a panel that needs adjusting before production starts.
- Artwork checks for print ready files
- Layout support for new and repeat jobs
- Colour and size checks before production
Wide format print that holds up on site
Mihlali Ndlovu runs wide format printing, where large jobs need consistent output and careful handling. He works on banners, light box graphics, canvas prints, safety signs and vinyl work, making sure the finish suits both the material and where it will be used.
His role also covers practical checks like panel alignment, print finish and whether a job needs lamination or extra mounting for a shopfront, factory wall or roadside sign exposed to wind and sun.
- Large format printing for indoor and outdoor use
- Lamination for added protection
- Banner finishing and board mounting
Sign making and fabrication done properly
Ruan Smit supervises sign fabrication and keeps an eye on how each sign is built, fixed and finished. He handles the detail side of safety signs, light boxes, board work and sign refurbishment, making sure the result is neat, practical and ready for real use on a site or in a yard.
He works closely with the rest of the team on sizing, fixings and installation needs, which matters when a sign has to stand up to wind, dust, load shedding related timing issues and the usual wear from a busy premises.
- Sign fabrication and refurbishments
- Installation ready finishing
- Reprints and updates for changed details
Vehicle graphics and fitment
Anele Jacobs focuses on vehicle wraps, motorbike decals, contra vision and magnets, with the kind of patience these jobs need. A wrap has to be aligned carefully around curves, handles and edges, while decals and magnets need clean application so they look right and stay put.
He handles vehicle fitment for business bakkies, vans and rider bikes, and he knows that a vehicle off the road is lost time, so the work is planned to keep disruption as low as possible.
For drivers and riders across Paarl, Stellenbosch, Malmesbury and beyond, his work helps turn a vehicle into a moving sign that still looks professional after regular use.
Sales, service and the people at the front line
Zelda October manages sales and client care, which means many clients speak to her first when they need a quote, a repeat order or help choosing the right product. She keeps the process clear and practical, from the first enquiry through to updates, approvals and collection or fitting arrangements.
Her work helps small businesses, farms, shops and tradespeople get the right mix of print and signage without wasting time, and she keeps communication simple when a job needs a quick turnaround or a careful reprint.
Behind every order is a real need, and Zelda helps make sure that need is understood before production starts.
The team behind the Boland work
Catprints and Signs is based in Paarl and serves Wellington, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Worcester, Malmesbury, Klapmuts and Simondium with a team that knows local business life. Some jobs are for a one off event, others are for long term branding, but the common thread is careful work and straight answers.
Together, the team covers graphic design, artwork checks, large format printing, vinyl cutting, lamination, board mounting, banner finishing, sign installation, vehicle fitment, window frosting, sign refurbishment and reprints. That mix means clients can keep one shop responsible for the handoff from file to finished product, which saves time and avoids confusion.