A Division of Wallace & Cooper Ltd, Timaru-based Engineering Company, ANDAR Holdings started business in 1948. Originally trading under the name Annett & Darling Ltd, it now employs well over 100 staff at various operations based in throughout the South Island. World leaders in Wool Scouring Equipment, ANDAR`s core competencies are engineering based with design and build capabilities specialising in both mechanical and chemical process solutions. This combined with Wallace & Cooper`s expertise in marine engineering makes for a very dynamic combination.

Engineering Solutions
With 60+years of experience in manufacturing, installation and support of turnkey systems ANDAR provides unequalled expertise in delivery of practical solutions, reliable process machinery, jobbing work and control systems. A well laid out workshop that includes the latest in technology and highly skilled and experienced staff, results in quality machinery built to exacting standards.

Textile Solutions
Providing to over 70% of the world’s early stage wool processors and manufacturers, ANDAR`s Advanced Natural Fibre Technology improves the properties of natural wool including conversion rate, appearance and performance. ANDAR processes enhance woollen material applications by providing performance and ease of care far superior than nature intended.

Environmental Solutions
ANDAR`s Environmental operations originated from research into woolscour effluent treatment to provide closed loop processing. NexGen and Aqwell are now established product ranges within ANDAR providing quality environmental solutions to a wide range of diverse industries.

Genuine Spare Parts
Important in the maintenance of all wool scouring equipment we supply genuine spare parts unique to ANDAR. We carry our own stocks ensuring cheaper and quicker dispatch for wool scourers.

Consultancy
With over 50 years experience our Technical team have developed their knowledge and specialist in-house skills to a highly respected level. This expertise enables us to offer a comprehensive range of technical consultancy services. From process improvements, mechanical surveys and maintenance programs we aim to support all customers with up to date advice and expertise.

Following a plant assessment, we submit recommendations of possible modifications and plant upgrade options to improve overall efficiency. These recommendations will evaluate all alternatives for improvement, including integrating a new process while accommodating the customers existing operations.
These services include:

Wool & Textile Dryer Surveys
Wool Grease Recovery Audits
Effluent Treatment
Solid Waste Recovery
Mechanical & Chemical Process Design Services

Factory Maintenance Service