PMP has been involved in the manufacture of ammunition since 1931, and develops and manufactures small to medium-calibre ammunition, brass and copper strip, high quality percussion caps of all types, mining drill-bits as well as power cartridges and cutting charges. It is a division of Denel (Pty) Ltd, a well-known player on the world defence market.

PMP has established itself as a manufacturer of world class military and commercial ammunition products and components. Its small and medium calibre ammunition ranges conform to the most exacting military standards and specifications, and are manufactured in comprehensive facilities at Pretoria West. The small arms range varies from 5,56 mm to 12,7 mm and the medium calibre range from 20 mm to 35 mm. High quality percussion caps of all types are also produced.
PMP's portfolio also includes the NTW-20 multi-calibre anti-material rifle,renowned for high accuracy and all-climate reliability.

In addition 80 tons of brass are casted daily at PMP's non-ferrous foundry and rolling plant, of which a significant portion is exported as commercial strip and cups for the production of cartridge cases and bullets, and the rest utilised for its own ammunition production.

PMP's range of commercial ammunition for handguns and hunting rifles is renowned for its very high quality, and  its PRO-AMM range of hunting ammunition has secured a place in the top echelons of this competitive market.

The company is also a world leader in the production of power cartridges and cutting charges, and its PROBIT rock drill bits have gained market share in the mining industry.

More than 70% of PMP's production is exported to countries all over the world, and the company is thus an important earner of foreign exchange.

PMP is the proud holder of a SABS listing for the internationally recognised ISO 9001 quality standard.Regarding safety PMP is also certified as OSHAS 18001 compliant.