MPS Product Training - Port Elizabeth

MPS (Martin Pott Sägen GmbH) Brand Detailed Training Overview

For Port Elizabeth customers

Objective

Empower sales teams, technical staff, and resellers with deep knowledge of MPS premium saw blades, equipping them to confidently advise, sell, and support in industrial and trade environments.

Brand Heritage & Identity:

• Founded in 1987 by Martin Pott in Remscheid, Germany, now based in Wasserliesch
• Family-owned and led, combining strong values with a long-term commitment to quality and innovation
• “Made in Germany” hallmark: entire production, development, testing, and logistics done locally, ensuring superior quality
  

Product Portfolio & Applications:

• Detailed exploration of MPS cutting solutions
• Jigsaw Blades (HCS, HSS, Bi‑metal, Carbide) for wood, metal, plastics, ceramics.
• Reciprocating (Sabre) Blades for demolition, pruning, and multi-material cutting.
• Covering professional use across construction, renovation, metalworking, woodworking, plumbing, and tiles.

Precision Engineering & Material Technology:

• High-grade steel from Germany, Austria, and Sweden; specialised tooth geometries
• Patented processes like the Double Clean 3161 jigsaw blade for splinter-free cuts
  
• Vibration-reduction designs, advanced heat treatment, and in-house metallurgical testing guarantee durability, precision, and performance

Manufacturing Evolution:

• Timeline of growth: Founded 1987 → 1997 move to Wasserliesch → built R&D & testing in 1998 → multiple production expansions in 2014–2024, including a new hall in 2024
• State-of-the-art production machinery and lab ensure efficiency, innovation, and capacity expansion
  

Material & Application Guidelines:

• Hands-on selection approach: understanding tooth pitch, body thickness, cutting directions, recommended speeds, and feeds for each material (wood, metal, plastics, composites, masonry).
• Aimed at preventing blade misuse—burning, jamming, or premature wear.
  

Safety Standards & Best Practices:

• Training in correct tool installation, secure clamping, safe operation, and personal protective equipment usage.
• Guidance on blade lifespan, wear indicators, and correct disposal/storage routines.
  

Competitive Edge:

• Complete German production, consistent premium quality, precision-engineered blades, longevity, and professional-grade performance.
• Positioning MPS as a "premium upgrade" option, especially appealing to professionals who depend on precision.
• Advice on packaging layout, point-of-sale displays, bundling, and cross-selling strategies.
  

Customer Support & Troubleshooting:

• Identifying and addressing common performance issues (e.g., burn marks, chipping, wrong blade choice).
• After-sales care, and linking customers to online documentation, catalogues, and local reps
  

Practical Engagement:

• Interactive demos: blade selection workshops, live cutting demonstrations, hands-on usage with varied materials.
• Quizzes or identification exercises to reinforce the correct pairing of tools and materials.
  

Practical Exercises:

• Hands-on activities enable participants to apply the knowledge they have gained.
• Simulated or supervised use of power tools in a controlled environment.
  

Certification & Continuous Education:

• Post-training assessment—quiz or practical demonstration.
• Award of “MPS Certified Product Specialist” credential.
• Ongoing access to updated catalogues, promotions, marketing resources, and technical literature.

Training Outcome:

Participants will:

• Understand MPS’s full product line and engineering advantages.
• Confidently match blades to specific use cases and customer needs.
• Articulate why made-in-Germany, precision-engineered blades mean value and performance.
• Increase sales and brand loyalty through expert consultation and support.