Farfan & Mendes

In 1967, Farfan and Mendes limited helped to introduce and pioneer the use of chain saws in Guyana, through demonstrations and a training programme sponsored by the UNDP. From that time onward, the name Farfan and Mendes has become synonymous with the timber industry in Guyana. During the 1980s, we reintroduced the STIHL range of chain saws, which went on to acquire the major share of the chain saw market. In the 1990s, Farfan and Mendes evolved into a reliable supplier of industrial equipment, including machinery for the timber, wood working and the agricultural industries, as well as chemical fogging equipment and power tools. In 1992 we acquired premises at Providence on the East Bank Demerara, and opened a subsidiary company, Mines Services Ltd., whose services include the manufacture of wire rope slings and hydraulic and industrial hoses to order, as well as industrial tyre repair and a wide range of products geared towards the Mining industry. In 2004, we acquired land at Providence opposite to our existing premises, with the intention of constructing new headquarters for the future of our expanding business.