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any things happen throughout the year and one of them now firmly embedded in the South African FM calendar is the FM Expo, now in it’s fifth year and growing with each event. The exhibitors are growing each year and we are proud of the fact that the visitors come back each year and bring more of their colleagues and associates along as well. If you are visiting the Expo we hope that you get benefit from your time at Gallagher and that you gain both information on what is available, but also knowledge and the benefit on sharing with others in the industry. Enjoy the show! In this addition we look at at two particular features of FM, one being security and what to consider in Editor Phil Woods phil@fmexpo.org

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relation to your buildings, staff and visitors. This is a subject particularly relevant to South Africa, be it theft prevention or something more serious. The second feature is in regard to lighting and it’s impact on FM. Lighting is something that most people take for granted and pay little attention on it’s impact. Be this on their work, the environment or the practicalities of supplying and servicing this valuable resource. Finally, the ‘Green’ section of this issue is all about good news projects which will hopefully inspire you and provoke some thought as to how we can, as always, reduce our impact on the environment.

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Gallagher Convention Centre Midrand, Johannesburg The largest FM event in Southern Africa Not to be missed, the FM Expo brings you all that is new, innovative and practical for the facilities manager. A great opportunity to learn, be informed, see new products and network with your peers. Co-located alongside the FM Expo is the SAFMA Conference, an ideal opportunity to hear from some of the country’s leading experts in the field. The line-up and topics will be announced soon.

ot all facilities are made of concrete and steel. One of these is Deelkraal Wildlife Reserve, a stunning Waterberg home to a large and diverse population of wildlife, including Buffalo and the rare Sable, Roan & Tsessebe antelopes. They have recently acquired the Polaris Ranger utility side X side vehicles to work on

the farm. Rachel Hughes, Deelkraal assistant GM, says that the team is very satisfied with the performance of the Polaris machines. “They are powerful, reliable and hard-working. Also, even over the most difficult terrain, they provide a smooth and secure ride,” she says. The environment is rugged and the Polaris machines are used to

take guests on game drives, hunting, and for general chores around this ecologically diverse 2000 hectare reserve. Another important feature is that with the Polaris true AWD advantage, all four wheels engage automatically when the vehicle needs more forward traction and reverts back to 2WD when it does not require this. www.smithpower.co.za n

Award for City Power

ohannesburg’s City Power has scooped the award for Africa’s Power Utility of the Year award was won by Johannesburg City Power, the Company’s solar-water heating programme was a major reason for the utility receiving the awardin recognition of the success with this initiative. The George Airport solar plant also won an award and north of the border both Sierra Leone and Uganda also won. Sierra

Leone for Kandeh Yumkella for their Sustainable Energy for All. Uganda’s National Water and Sewerage Corporation won the Utility of the Year award for the second year in a row. City Power had fitted solarwater geysers in about 70 000 low-income households around Johannesburg over a period of three years. The project generated 20 000 job opportunities and was one of the biggest projects of its kind in Africa. “The award is an affirmation of the hard work done

by the City Power team and this accolade galvanises us to work harder to provide our customers with the superior service they deserve,” said City Power MD Sicelo Xulu. The George Airport solar plant, which won the Energy/Water Efficiency Project of the Year award, is owned and operated by Airports Company South Africa. The solar photovoltaic plant would meet about 41% of the energy demand of the airport. n

FM breakfast, a success

M magazine and Expo recently held another of it’s breakfast meetings, this time near OR Tambo. The event was well attended with over 50 delegates attending. The main

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theme of the event was the preservation of two important resources, water and electricity. The two speakers, Andre de Klerk from Eskom and Warren Gray from Solid Green Consulting were the speakers and they gave

some great advice, information and understanding as to where we are with the resources and what the future holds. We will be featuring more on this subject in the next edition of FM Magazine. n

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t our recent breakfast meeting we focussed on the problems of our resources such as water and electricity and hot on the heals of that discussion the Water Research Commission has suggested that South Africa could be short of 1.1-billion cubic metres of water by 2035. This is according to their CEO Dhesigen Naidoo. The country would require an estimated two-billion cubic metres of

t a recent meeting ahead of the POWERGEN & DistribuTECH Africa conference Eskom said that great strides have been made in reducing loadshedding and stepping up power infrastructure maintenance in South Africa. Industry experts also noted that renewable energy is

number of green initiatives are taking root at Middelburg Mall as it ramps up efforts to save energy and water to become even more environmentally friendly. All external lighting at the centre has now been converted to LED lighting, which is more durable and uses significantly less energy than conventional lighting. Smart motion-sensing lights have also been installed in the mall’s restrooms. By automatically

water by 2035, but this may not be enough, he told delegates at the African Utility Week in Cape Town. However, more effort in saving water could help to alter the balance concerning this shortfall. Naidoo said South Africans needed to save far more water, with residents’ daily water use exceeding the global average. “We are below the line when it comes to water-wise use and resource security is extremely low,” he pointed out.

The WRC said important innovations around new sanitation, water treatment and wastewater treatment technologies, water efficiency measures and a war on leaks would help to ease water scarcity in South Africa. Naidoo stated that the knock-on effects on water from global temperature change were “very, very real” in Africa and that countries had to adopt a more integrated approach. “We are using waterintensive mechanisms to

generate more power in the world, such as coal-fired power, while agricultural practices are often based far away from a water-efficient world.” “As United Nations member countries, we have signed up to noble causes around the world. The Sustainable Development Goals are explicit about water and sanitation targets. We should all be moving towards much higher water availability.” n

going mainstream, offering significant potential to provide affordable power to under-served rural areas across the continent Willy Majola, Senior General Manager Engineering at Eskom said: “Since August last year, we have not done any load shedding. To achieve this remarkable performance, we have stepped up

maintenance and we are bringing more generation capacity online.” Majola also said that they have made significant improvements on the transmission side too. Earlier, SindiswaMzamo, Chief Operating Officer of the Edison Power Group noted that Africa had reached a tipping point for the adoption of solar power.

“Across Africa, solar is the solution for powering rural communities, because it is cost effective and does not need to be connected to a grid to power an isolated geographic area. The wave of solar adoptions might be one of the most important initiatives in African power right now,” she said. n

turning off after a few minutes, motion lights prevent wasted electricity and help conserve precious energy resources. “Energy efficient lighting is just one of the many ways we’re helping create a more sustainable environment in our community,” explains Middelburg Mall General Manager, Mike Tammadge. Middelburg Mall’s water wise initiatives include conserving drinking water by making use of two boreholes on-site that supply

separate water tanks which are then used for irrigation of the gardens and external cleaning of the building. “Conserving water is particularly important at Middelburg Mall. The recent drought affecting many parts of South Africa is a reminder that preserving this precious resource is a top priority,” Tammadge adds. In addition to water and energy saving measures, the centre has broadened its focus to include recycling. All waste products are

carefully sorted and those that are recyclable are sent for recycling. Shoppers can also do their bit to help keep our planet greener by making use of Middelburg Mall’s on-site electronic waste recycling bin. “When it comes to being more environmentally friendly, it’s all the ‘little bits’ carried out by everyone in the community that add up to make a big difference,” says Tammadge. n Jun / Jul 2016 FM

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TECHNOLOGY IS POISED FOR GROWTH

Today, building owners and facility managers are using Building Management Systems (BMS) in ways that could only be dreamed of in the past, and the demand for the technology is poised for growth. In fact, the global commercial BMS market is predicted to double between 2013 and 2021, according to a November 2013 report by Navigant Research, highlighting the anticipated increase of adoption of BMS technology.

t’s not surprising that the BMS has become an essential tool for many facility managers. An advanced BMS serves as the command and control centre for the facility. Information pours in from all parts of the building: settings, current readings, and alarms from occupied spaces and from inside complex equipment. An open BMS not only controls Heating Ventilation Air-Conditioning (HVAC) equipment from a variety of manufacturers, but also connects to the lighting, security, fire, and other systems, putting even more power at the fingertips of building managers. In South Africa, there is an increase in interest in integrated, feature rich BMS, largely due to the ever-increasing cost of electricity. Enhanced functionality within BMS can assist companies to monitor and manage their energy consumption more effectively. Importantly, it can reduce their energy consumption. This is particularly relevant when considering that buildings use about 40% of global energy. Today’s BMS is delivering in ways that seemed out of reach even a few short years ago. For example, in 2012, “The Future of BMS” survey from the Building Efficiency Panel, a group of more than 3,000 building owners, operators, contractors, and equipment specifiers, less than 25 percent were using such basic BMS features as energy demand limiting, which cuts back on nonessential loads to reduce building demand. Advanced features were used even less

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often. The issue wasn’t with BMS technology — in the same survey, 71 percent of respondents said that their BMS was keeping up with technological developments. Rather, the challenge was in taking advantage of the capabilities of the BMS. The primary users of BMS simply don’t have the time, staff, budget, and resources to become experts in the technology; their resources are focused on actually managing their facilities. The BMS is now more accessible and harnesses the power of advanced analytics and data collection with a focus on more sophisticated and user-friendly interfaces and data visualisation. We are seeing the trend of integration into more third-party systems and devices. In addition, data collection and analysis is enabling companies to make predictions and base decisions on this information, delivering additional value. We are also seeing an increase in plug and play devices, further improving interconnectivity. This all forms part of the Machine 2 Machine (M2M) and Internet of Things (IoT) movement where data is extracted and communicated via the Internet. It is these advancements in BMS that have unleashed the insights into building performance that enable even further reductions in energy use and operational costs, while still delivering a comfortable and safe environment. n Neil Cameron, Johnson Controls Building Efficiency

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COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS

LIGHTEN UP

The dominant contributor to the operating costs in commercial buildings is the lighting systems, along with the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. While it is certainly easier to include ways of reducing energy consumption while planning and building new develo pments, retrofitting could go a long way in cutting operating costs in existing buildings.

ighting and HVAC systems account for more than 60% of a typical commercial building’s total energy consumption and according to information released by Eskom’s Integrated Demand Management (IDM) programme, lighting accounts for 18% of electricity use in the commercial sector and 26% in the industrial sector. While bringing down a building’s utility bill is usually the main motivation for facilities managers to take energy saving measures, it has become an industry trend to lessen a development’s carbon foot print. Another benefit when measuring energy use, is the incorporation of lighting systems that includes digital technology into the controls. These systems usually tie into the integrated building systems allowing for total control and automatic adjustments for optimal use. While new installations are easier to manage and plan, retrofitting existing building might offer a slightly bigger challenge. This is where a lighting consultant is vital as simply removing fittings can be risky. Retrofitting is basically the replacement of components in the lighting system with energy efficient counterparts. Upgrading older buildings can be as simple as replacing old, inefficient lighting – the aesthetic benefit will be instant along with the return on investment. Proper ligting can also play a role in creating a more productive working environment for those working in the building (be it employees, customers or visitors). The newer generation lighting solutions offer a variety of brightness levels, colours and more leading to a better work environment.

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In its IDM report, Eskom states that outdated lighting technologies are still widespread in South Africa. “Energy use can be reduced by 50% if energy-efficient technologies are embraced as an electricity smart business norm,” it states in its IDM overview. New generation lighting systems use less electricity and technology has created products with a longer lifespan. The use of light-emitting diode (or LEDs for short) has taken over the industrial and commercial lighting market. Wikipedia describes a LED as a “two-lead semiconductor light source.” LEDs have a high light output to energy ratio and an impressive lifespan. Bulb retrofits could last roughly 25 000 hours, but a purpose-built LED luminaire could offer more than 50 000 hours. According to Philips Color Kinetics, LEDs lighting can be five times more energy-efficient than incandescent and halogen sources (while being friendlier to the environment). LEDs can be installed in heat-sensitive areas as they do not emit infrared radiation or harmful UV rays. According to GE Lighting’s The Insider’s Guide to Reaching New Heights in Building Efficiency (a e-book in a PDF format which can be downloaded from www.gelighting. com) there are several reasons why facilities managers should consider upgrading their buildings with LEDs. The first is obviously energy-efficiency (especially in buildings where lighting is on for extended periods of time. “LED fixtures can aim light hemispherically, or in specific directions, unlike conventional bulbs that emit light (and wasted energy) spherically in all directions.”

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Energy use can be reduced by 50% if energy-efficient technologies are embraced as an electricity smart business norm.” – Eskom IDM.

Lighting supplied by LED Lighting SA at the Cape Town Civic Centre. LEDs never â&#x20AC;&#x153;burn outâ&#x20AC;? but simply become dimmer over time. LED systems can reduce labour spent on replacing bulbs due to their extended life in commercial and industrial environments thus bringing Down maintenance costs. LEDs are breakage resistant and largely immune to vibration and other impacts (which works well in industrial environments). LED systems emit 100% brightness immediately, with no restrike delay. Up until 20 years ago, commercial buildings were mostly fitted with fluorescent lighting that provided more light per unit of electricity than incandescent ones. Today, compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) are used to replace single incandescent lamps and is up to 75% more energy efficient and last years longer (more information on this can be found at www.sustainable.org.za). Eskom encourages facilities managers to look at replacing: incandescent lamps with CFLs; fluorescent T-12s with T-8s; conventional (electromagnetic) ballasts with electronic ballasts; 400W metal halides with 360W metal halides (in cases where a reduction in light levels is acceptable); high-intensity discharge lamps with metal halides or high pressure sodium lamps; and conventional control gear with electronic control gear - the switch to electronic high-frequency ballasts can lead to an increase of 30% to 40% in system efficiency (http://eskomidm.co.za).

When upgrading a facility or adding a new section to an existing building, a mix of lighting solutions is often used. South African company, LED Lighting SA, has undertaken the mass light fitting rollout of the Cape Town Civic Centre. The project, which will be completed in August, was complex. A significant challenge was that the main fitting in the office tower had to be retrofitted into an existing housing which also acted as a vent for the incumbent

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Lighting supplied by LED Lighting SA at the Cape Town Civic Centre. HVAC system. “The electrical contractor needed to install 14 000 units in a short time frame and collaboration with the contractor ensured that our team understood the different concerns and possible issues that could arise in the installation process,” explains LED Lighting SA national sales and marketing manager Shawn Godfrey. The city required a full Dali daylight harvesting and occupancy control system that could be installed with ease and operate independently with no central BMS. The remainder of the installation required a direct SWAP of traditional technology fittings for new LED offering (including recessed inlays, downlighns, high bays, parking garage fittings and back-of-house replacement fixtures. “The main objectives of the project were to reduce the electricity consumption and fluorescent tube maintenance overhead of the building,” says Godfrey, adding that the main retrofit product was kitted with a Dali plug-and-play cable, a 220V push connector and a mounting jig system to speed up the installation process. The daylight harvesting and occupancy sensor design allowed install-and-walk-away set-up.

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“Where specific deviations from standard lighting were required,” explains Godfrey, “individual fittings were adjusted from the floor using remote control technology.” The city’s facilities personnel will be able to continue to remotely adjust light levels going forward to cater for movement of partitions or whatever other eventualities may arise. Godfrey says that this major overhaul of the lighting within the Civic Centre, combined with the correct average lighting levels, has made a massive impact to many areas that had become gloomy under the old, dimmed light fittings. “The main retrofit now consumes only 35W of power and the extra daylight harvesting and occupancy sensors further reduce the overall consumption.” n

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ARE YOU RISKING IT ALL ON SECURITY? The trend in the security industry is a definite move towards networked devices that can seamlessly integrate with a commercial building’s business management system (BMS), offering facilities managers a customized solution that ultimately results in beter security and less liability.

eing responsible for the management of a commercial building means providing security to the tenants and/ or employees as well as the equipment and supplies of these businesses. South Africa’s increasing crime rate adds another layer of pressure on facilities managers to offer a complete line of office building security solutions. “Taking a holistic approach to security and integrating the various aspects into your Business Management System (BMS) is not only viable, but allows the facilities manager to actually make use of the data collected to his or her benefit,” says Cliff Hocking from Wilconox Facilities Management Services. “Technology is advancing at a rapid rate allowing various systems to integrate and offering many added benefits to the users.”

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“The volume of data is doubling every two years and thanks to cloud storage technology, we are no longer limited by having to store data on the premise,” Hocking says. Most commercial buildings or industrial facilities have an existing BMS (or building automation system (BAS)) in place to control the lighting, HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) and power systems, fire systems and security systems. This can go as far as including plumbing, electrical, water, elevators, fire safety, telecommunications, elevators, etc. A BMS is a powerful tool that consists of hardware and software solutions that are internet-enabled. While these systems assists facilities managers in the day-to-day smooth running of a building, it is also used for conserving energy, lowering operating

costs and analytical reporting. BMS systems are now also equipped with inbuilt features that include communication via email or SMS and are generally easy to operate by those with a basic computer knowledge. The BMS can now link into or integrate into security systems such as access control, closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems, motion detectors and alarms (including fire alarms). This integration provides for the streamlining of operations (operators can trained and empowered to perform more effectively). With an integrated system, it is possible for an operator to control an entire facility from a single networked computer. Using this workstation, the building operator can manage access control, surveillance; but also the lighting and air conditioning. Security personnel can monitor the building live or via recorded media and open or close doors.

In other words, a proper security system integrated into a BMS streamlines the operation, allows for a reduced wage bill when it comes to training and staff members employed, and allows the user to adapt to the changing use of the tenants and building itself. The question is, how comprehensive a security plan should one have in place? While the cost of the security measures needed may be a concern, it really does depend on the nature of the facility and those conducting business within it. Within an office building, tenants will probably at the very least have a basic alarm system in place within their offices, however, proper security also pertains to the outside of the building and the areas providing access to the main building.

Alarming facts With South Africa’s escalating crime statistics, it has become common practice for commercial ventures to invest in a detailed security system to protect their tenants. Commercial or office parks renting to multiple tenants generally have a security strategy in place that links basic office security (including intrusion detection via an alarm system), access control, CCTV as well as emergency contingency plans (in case of fire) together. The days of employing a lone security guard and having people sign in and out of a visitors’ book is history. Tenants and company assets has to be protected and this means that employees and visitors must be monitored to ensure that there is no abnormal behaviour that could lead to a dangerous situation. Looking for ways to continuously improve and upgrade building security should be high on the agenda of any facilities manager no matter how big or small the building is. Consultants can be hired to conduct a thorough security analysis of the commercial

property. When choosing a consultant, make sure that these professionals have an established background in providing reliable, effective security solutions tailored to meet the organizational requirements of the property it is housed in.

Access control Where access to a building or a property is limited or controlled, security management measures can be implemented in different ways. Access control systems simply means that all tenants and visitors are routed through a single control area before admission is granted. The control point can be as lowtech (a simple sign-in) or as high-tech (like fingerprint- or retina scans) as necessary.

Most common use is access cards (which are basically just electronic keys) that are swiped through a reader positioned outside a door, turnstile or gate. If the card is swiped and accepted the door opens. Identification tag systems are an increasingly popular tool in many businesses. Laminated photo identification cards are inexpensive to produce and update. It identifies the employee, his title and authorized work area to a security guard. It is also identification method to reproduce by fraudsters. A Biometric fingerprint reader can add an additional layer of security (and offer a log of hours clocked if the data is collated), eliminating the risk of cards or codes being passed on or getting lost.

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Video imaging does the same, a photo of the employee is stored with the employees information (anything can be captured from phone numbers, work hours to emergency contacts and health issues) and if the image matches the door opens.

Surveillance Possibly the most common security tools are CCTV systems. Integrating access control and a CCTV system is common practice – an integrated access and CCTV system include one software solution and lower set-up costs as only one system is purchased. The jumps in technology has made surveillance affordable and relatively easy to install on almost any scale. Them most common form of surveillance is the use of cameras to monitor specific areas of a company’s property or building. Signals from the camera is fed back to a central monitoring post, where security personnel watches for criminal or abnormal activity. This monitoring can take place in a central point inside the company or from a remote control room situated at a dedicated security company. These systems should be running twenty-four hours a day, every day. The drawback is that while CCTV can be an effective deterrent and investigative tool, it only works as well as the guard or employee that monitors it. Small, hidden cameras, panic buttons that raise alarm and summon security when pressed, can also be used. It might be a good way to deter theft or to monitor what employees are actually doing during work hours, it is important to note that employees have to be informed that they are being filmed. Employees have a right to privacy and while companies have a right to monitor the common areas of the workplace legitimately, they have to be careful to to cross the line. In extreme circumstances where theft does occur, camera views or video can studied as part of an investigation. One of the largest roll-outs in CCTV must be the recent R843-million security upgrade by the Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA). The high-tech port security system conforms with the port’s own integrated security management systems. The upgraded security system will be rolled out at TNPA’s Johannesburg head office and across its eight South African ports (nine sites in total). Durban was the first port to be upgraded in February. The new CCTV system will be integrated between all nine sites and will see double the

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original number of cameras - 2 100 high-definition cameras – used across the nine sites. Long-range cameras will used to monitor all port channel entrances and outer anchorages. The system will make use of thermal imaging (making it easier to see at night and to find stowaways) and license plate recognition. One company which has dramatically improved the efficiency of its flagship IP video management software, is Cathexis Technologies. Its CathexisVision software now uses far less hardware resources. “While camera manufacturers are pushing camera resolutions (and associated bandwidth) higher and higher, the demand for processing power is increasing at a rapid rate,” says business development and marketing director, Gus Brecher, in a recent statement. “We have taken cognizance of these developments.” The software facilitates the ability to manage more cameras from recording servers. Testing on selected hardware has seen the software function seamlessly with well over 1000 HD cameras with bandwidths over 1.5GB/s on a single recording server.

Alarm systems Alarm systems are the most common office security tool and come in two forms. Those that sound a loud siren when movement from an unauthorized person is detected and those that trigger a silent alarm sent directly to a security company which then responds with armed guards. Loud siren alarms are useful in low-crime areas, but usually inadequate in high rise buildings or high-crime areas (they tend to be ignored by

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Where cash or high value items are held on the premises, armed robbery is a real risk and to this end armed response reacting on silent alarms is a necessity.

passersby who are used to hearing alarms go off). A silent alarm is preferable as it also allows for a greater chance of actually apprehending the intruders. One security expert recommends silent alarms for offices or premises when the occupants are not there such as after hours. When people are at work on the premises, it is better to have a loud siren to deter the trespassers and warn occupants. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want a confrontation between armed response security personnel and trespassers or burglars where office staff can get caught in the middle. Where cash or high value items are held on the premises, armed robbery is a real risk and to this end armed response reacting on silent alarms is a necessity. Choose your security company carefully, make sure the response team is trained to provide armed response in a civilian environment. Alarm systems should cover all doors and windows and work with motion sensors that detect movement. There are a myriad of systems available for example glass sensors that are triggered when a window is broken or audio alerts that allow the security company to listed (or see via video) what is occurring at the site. Doors and windows should be closed and locked as a security measure. Hallways and offices should be open and have no nooks where an intruder could hide â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it should be well-lit, even after hours, when employees might be working alone. Detectors and motion lights are available for the outside of a building. Shrubs and bushes should be trimmed back so that intruders cannot lurk there.

Security personnel Using security guards is a popular choice for basic commercial building security. Guards can be used in two ways: to monitor the entrance or access point of a building (or front desk of a company) or to patrol the property.

Guards are generally well-trained and should adhere to industry standards. They are a representation of your organization as they often greet visitors and generally provide directions. Guards are seldom armed and their purpose is to deter, detect, observe and report. Large office parks and high-rise buildings are usually patrolled by guards (which may or may not be armed depending on the nature of the organization). Again, the alarm is only as good as the security personnel attached to it.

Parking areas Underground parking can be a security risk, especially for employees working late. Parking areas tend to be an afterthought, but should be monitored with the rest of the building. Good lighting is vital as shadows and concrete columns create hiding places for criminals to lurk. The entire parking garage, including walls, Floors and the support columns should be painted with reflective or enamel paint to reflect light. Lighting should be bright and offer wide coverage. There should be panic buttons, security guards or emergency phones available. Signage should be easy to read and exits should be marked clearly.

Cyber attacks Finally once the security management system is in place, the BMS itself should be protected. One of the emerging trends for 2016 is hackers targeting building management systems. As the systems are on a network (IP-based and web enabled) and dependent on software, it is vulnerable to cyber attacks. Update software regularly and apply security patches as they become available. Further basic steps that should be taken include changing default passwords, using complex passwords and securing web interfaces (install firewalls and limit access). Only the minimum amount of staff should be granted access to the BMS . Back up information regularly and develop a data recovery plan. n

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SANDTON PUTS BEST FOOT FORWARD TO BECOME MORE PEDESTRIAN FRIENDLY Sandton Central is taking a significant step into the future by becoming more people-friendly in keeping with leading cities worldwide.

outh Africa’s business capital is increasing its walkability and, at the same time, boosting the economic, health and environmental benefits for the many people who live, work, visit, run businesses and have real estate investments in the financial hub. This is having remarkable knock-on effects, with many of Sandton Central’s new buildings responding with exciting new designs to welcome people on foot. Traditionally, many of Sandton’s buildings’ main access points, regardless of how you arrived, were through parkades. Now, Sandton is seeing a new generation of innovative commercial properties with welcoming streetlevel entrances that invite pedestrians in. Elaine Jack, City Improvement District Manager of the Sandton Central Management District (SCMD), which manages the public urban spaces of South Africa’s cosmopolitan financial hub, comments: “Much of Sandton’s road infrastructure was developed with only

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vehicles in mind, typical of the development of its time. Today, however, it is increasingly recognized that walkability is an important part of sustainable urban design.” Walkability is influenced by the quality and width of pavements, footpaths and other accessibility features that give pedestrians right of way. It is also influenced by safety and how accessible buildings are to people on foot. Beyond the environmental and health benefits of a walkable city, there are also many economic benefits. Better walkability can promote tourism and increase property value. It can also result in cost savings to both individuals and the community, more efficient land use and increase the liveability in the area, as well as economic benefits from improved public health and economic development. Jack adds: “Better walkability makes cities more appealing to people and to businesses.”

Improvements that add to the walkability of Sandton Central can be seen mushrooming all around the city. Among the most visible are the latest changes underway around the Sandton Gautrain Station that connect vibrant street-fronted retail with people on foot. In fact, by bringing commuters right into the very heart of Sandton Central, the Gautrain has played a major role in growing pedestrianisation. West Street’s pavements were improved for last year’s EcoMobility World Festival, hosted by the City of Johannesburg and held in Sandton. Now, these pavements are getting an additional makeover that will significantly improve access for pedestrians. Situated above and adjacent to the Sandton Gautrain Station, Kgoro Central is a new mixed-use development that creates a pedestrian and bicycle friendly environment with urban planning and design that supports a pedestrian-centric milieu. This smart and green development includes wide,

demarcated walkways, cycle paths and facilities, desirable activated public space for 24/7 living, and a healthy lifestyle in open and safe surrounds. It is aligned with public transport to enable people to flow more freely, be exposed to greater choices, and connect in new ways. Already, the outer face of the station has come to life with new coffee shops, eateries and shops. Improvements to the adjacent pavement will make them superbly accessible with a wide pedestrian zone of 5.2 metres in most areas – a massive improvement on the small strip of pavement that were there until recently. The new pavement design, which includes trees and balustrades, will also create a more social space that is appealing to people. “The intention is to move Sandton into a much more slick, friendly, robust, and useable outdoor environment,” says Diaan van der Westhuizen, Urban Designer at CI4672 - Sanitech Quarter Page Advert (270mm(w) X 92mm(h)).pdf StudioMAS, who designed the look and feel

around the Sandton Gautrain Station. And, it isn’t only Sandton’s streets and pavements that are becoming more human friendly, its buildings are too. Becoming more connected with the city, Sandton City added a new pedestrianfriendly entrance with its Protea Court expansion. The new entrance opens up to the corner of Rivonia Road and Sandton Drive and provides welcoming connection point for the increasing street-level interaction in the area. In addition, the next generation of premium quality office buildings in Sandton Central are also being designed to welcome pedestrians. Discovery is set to move to a new resource-efficient, cost-effective and environmentally-sustainable 87,000sqm global head office in 2018, developed in joint venture by Growthpoint Properties and Zenprop Property Holdings. The 2016/04/19 1:53 PM developers are delivering a purpose-

designed, ground-breaking green building at the gateway to Sandton Central, on the corner of Rivonia Road and Katherine Street, diagonally opposite Sandton City and a short walk away from the Sandton Gautrain Station. The building also meets Discovery’s brief to create an inviting space for its employees to do their best, and features a striking street entrance to welcome pedestrians in. Another prominent example is Abland’s Alice Lane development, which will open out onto West Street and Alice Lane. The development will feature its own vibrant piazza, with ground level retail and attractions, creating a people-friendly setting that encourages pedestrian movement. Jack says: “Sandton Central has always been an enterprising leading business and financial district. It is exciting to see it improving its walkability and transforming in line with the best cities in the world to provide an exceptional environment for all visitors.” n

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THE ENVIRONMENT OR THE ENVIRONMENT? We focus a lot on the Environment; we have targets to meet, numbers to report on and fines to avoid, all in a good cause. Don’t get me wrong here, I’m not knocking it. Far from it because, whilst I am not a full-on Greenie, I have been doing green things from a time when to do so openly was almost career suicide. By John Bowen.

he important thing for me though is the environment with a small e, the working environment. From the first day that I had responsibility for a facilities management team I tried to make what we did as a team first and foremost about making the workplace somewhere that people could come to and give their best. Into the bin went the landlord style of scheduled maintenance and instead we spent our money on things that mattered to the people who worked in our buildings. That focus wasn’t just confined to the fabric and interior of the buildings either; we changed our approach to the grounds as well, again thinking about the working environment and our impact on our neighbours. Now this all involved spending money, but we actually spent less than had been allocated for our predecessors, mainly by working smarter. Along the way we did a lot of things for the Environment with a big E too, but much of what did there was made a lot easier because we had happier people who saw what we had done for them and were generally more on-side for green initiatives. Later, when green schemes were common, similar tactics turned around the workforce at a building where there was widespread abuse of, for example, recycling bins; everything was getting put into the nearest bin (if you were lucky, a lot just went onto the floor). These were problems that line management should have resolved, not the FM team, but in nine months we transformed attitudes. We need to care about the Environment, but FM can make as much as a contribution by caring for the working environment. https://thatconsultantbloke.wordpress.com/ n

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01 - 02 JUNE 2016 | GALLAGHER CONVETION CENTRE | JOHANNESBURG

WELCOME TO THE 5TH, FM EXPO AND CONFERENCE

e are delighted to welcome you to the 5th, Facilities Management Expo and Conference at Gallagher Convention Centre. As organisers, we pride ourselves on producing an event that will inspire, motivate and inform, while focusing on networking, connecting and growing your business. In these tough financial times all of us are faced with having to do more with less budget and what better way to get inspiration into how to work smarter, not harder, than visiting this expo. The latest products and services are being showcased to make your job easier and to up your productivity, and we provide a platform for industry professionals to network and gain further insight with current trends, enabling you to evolve your business. The FM industry is growing in Southern Africa and we all need to make sure that we grow with it. The expo is an ideal opportunity to increase your knowledge of what is out there by way of new products, innovation and smart thinking in order to help you do your job more efficiently. More importantly, you have the opportunity to source new suppliers and create new working relationships with others in the industry. This guide will provide you with all the valuable information needed in order to work the show to your advantage by visiting key suppliers, attending the convention and broadening your knowledge with informative seminars. We are confident that you will have a wonderful show experience, gain new suppliers, and be privy to invaluable new knowledge. The FM expo and conference is the only one that is held in Africa, and always gets high praise from visitors from abroad. It is

essential that you attend – and here I am naturally speaking to those that are not reading this at the expo. If you are here already, you have realised that knowledge gained and networking here is key for you. You will be seeing all the latest equipment and hearing the latest news in trends and developments in the industry. I have spoken to top names in the industry who have attended similar events in the US and UK, and they tell me of the thousands of delegates and hundreds of suppliers – and both seem to grow in leaps and bounds every year. Obviously, these markets are bigger than in South Africa, but they illustrate the importance and high regard that is held for such

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events in countries where FM is simply soaring. While our expertise is generally on a par with our overseas counterparts, I believe that these belong to the “pockets of excellence in FM” that are found in South Africa. Don’t forget to attend the seminars in the expo area. They are held by industry experts and will provide you with all you need to know about new products or trends in the industry. These are naturally much more “focused” and product-specific than the conference presentations, and can really help you in your dayto-day operations. All in all, you are ensured to have an invaluable experience,and we wish you one that really tops them all!

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The FM Expo is positioned to play a crucial role in allowing facilities management professionals to benchmark the latest products, services and equipment. Here is a sneak peek at who is at the show:

Archibus Stand Number D34 www.ascza.co.za ARCHIBUS provides the most comprehensive and integrated approach to real estate, infrastructure and facilities management, which can improve asset utilization, operational efficiency and increase shareholder value. We will be demonstrating our web based solutions for: Facilities Management (Building Operations), Asset Management, Project Management, Real Estate Property Management, Space Management and Workplace Services. Asset Control Stand Number D36 www.assetcontrol.co.za ASSET CONTROL are a solutions company focused on the FM market. Concept Evolution is an enterprise CAFM system implemented and supported by ASSET CONTROL in Africa. Asset Control also offer mobile solutions to the FM industry. ASSET CONTROL will be demonstrating the latest trends in CAFM systems. Specifically Concept Evolution, along with a fully integrated mobile app platform. Avanti Coffee Stand Number B23 www.avanticoffee.co.za Avanti Coffee provides premium business-to-business customised coffee solutions, including product, equipment, training and technical support to corporate clients across South Africa. AZ TRADING Stand Number A14 www.aztrading.co.za AZ Trading is a level one BEE company, imports and distribute, office machines and services and also cater for a vast range of document finishing machines. AZ trading, a BEE Level One, Importer of office machines. Specialising in shredders. Come visit our new range of imported machines from Europe. Great discounts on document finishing machines Bidvest Waltons Stand Number B25 www.waltons.co.za Bidvest Waltons offers innovative solutions for your office. From stationery to office furniture. Office machines to filing. With over

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80 outlets nationally, we deliver all over SA. For a complete corporate office solution, visit our stand and discuss ways we can help your business. Boss Move Engineering Stand Number E23 www.bossoffice.co.za BOSS Office Projects is a Level 2 BBBEE Commercial Service & Supply Company that specialises in Corporate & Document Migrations. BOSS has three separate, but interlinked divisions; BOSS Move Engineering, BOSS Installations & Relocations, and BOSS Data & Records Process Engineering. BOSS Move Engineering is being launched at this year’s FM EXPO. We will be presenting every day on this new discipline and you will receive a three ‘blade’ mini SWISS KNIFE for attending. Bright Ceiling Cleaning and Recoating Stand Number D25 www.brightceiling.co.za Revamp your ceilings at a fraction of the cost of replacing tiles. We are a professional ceiling cleaning and restoration company, using expert advice and products to transform your ceilings. Revamp your ceilings at a fraction of the cost of replacing tiles. We are a professional ceiling cleaning and restoration company. Visit our stand to see demos and June discounts.

Clean Hygiene Stand Number C10 www.cleanhygienecc.com Clean Hygiene was established in 2005 with the intention to provide a diverse range of quality products and services in the cleaning and hygiene industry. Our expert services include but are not limited to hand over cleaning of big buildings, factories and newly build homes and supply and installation of bathroom dispensers etc. Coating Worx Stand Number E10 www.coatingworx.co.za Established in 1989, Coating Worx has grown to become one of the leading paint contracting companies in South africa. We provide painting contractor services to the domestic, commercial andindustrial sectors throughout South Africa. Creative Tension Stand Number C20 www.creative-tension.co.za Creative Tension will be showcasing an easy to use measurement toolbox that allows stakeholders anytime access to measurement information of their facility and service level delivery. We take measurement to the service delivery chain. Our tools are deployed on the ground, with real time action, and real time improvement. We measure action, not just information.

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Various suppliers offering a wide range of products and services. Dry Force Stand Number C43 www.dryforce.co.za Dry Force is a 24 Hr national after disaster management company. We will be showing our services and exciting new flood prevention products. EOH SAP Property Management & Facilities Management Stand Number C34 www.eoh.co.za EOH provides technology, knowledge, skills and organisational ability critical to Africa’s development and growth. Through Consulting, Technology and Outsourcing, we provide effective end-to-end solutions to clients in all industry verticals. Our solution provides comprehensive business management software based on industry best practice, serving the demands of Property and Facility managers. Pre-configured for accelerated implementation, it guarantees quick ROI and flexibility Excellerate Facilities Management Stand Number C1 www.epsgroup.co.za Excellerate Facility Management’s key objective is to assist clients by increasing

efficiency, reducing costs and mitigating risks by delivering an integrated facilities management solution. We provide solutions to increase efficiencies and protect your bottom lines through sustainable building management, visit us at Stand C1 to see how we can assist you in adding value. FoodServ Solutions Stand Number C7 www.foodserv.co.za FoodServ Solutions offer a range of innovative kitchen concepts for QSR, Restaurants, Hotels and much more. Book your live demonstration at anyone of our three branches. See you there!

GenEon Technologies Stand Number C9 www.geneontechnologies.com Geneon Technologies SA is the appointed distributor for Africa of Geneon Technologies USA. The SA entity is part of the black owned AE Du Cheme enterprises CC. GenEon is a visionary corporation that has endorsed engineered water technology to provide a brand range of cleaning & sanitizing solutions that are safe to use. The solutions include a General Purpose cleaner, heavy duty degreaser and a sanitizer.

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SEMINAR PROGRAM Knowledge is power and this seminar programme is designed to give you lots of knowledge. From security issues to keeping your pipes sorted and much more besides. Do not miss out on this great programme. Let’s see if the power follows…..

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Staff background checks - Look for the terrorist not the Bomb We all need to be vigilant about security and this informative talk will give you some great pointers in how to get the screening of your staff right - Ifacts

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The POPI Act: Three case studies in the “Why and How” of compliance This presentation will explore three organisations and “Why and How” they decided to get to grips with POPI Act compliance; practical aspects of a successful compliance project; lessons learned from these case studies. By Dr Peter Tobin, BA (Hons), MBA, DPhil, CGEIT, PMIITPSA, PMP - Rexel

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Earth Probiotic The environment is something that we are all aware of, what we do in this world has an affect for everybody. Hear about what you can do in regard to food waste to help improve our impact on the planet - Food Waste

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Space Management If you need to know how best to utilise your space, then this talk is a must for you. It’s not always about squeezing in as many desks as possible, but utilising the area in an effective way. Gwen Kreel – Pan Facilities Management

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Office relocation or Move engineering All about the art of getting all aspects of your relocation coordinated so that the plan comes together seamlessly and the project steams ahead whilst your company concentrates on business as usual. Just like Swiss clockwork. Happy move, Happy staff, Brilliant bottom line! - Boss

14:45 - 15:15

Energy and water metering This is a fascinating talk, which gives you new insights into managing resources, with some great examples of thigs you would not consider to be wasteful, but truly are. All it often takes is a little bit of thought. Warren Gray - SOLID GREEN Consulting

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Pipe relining methods. A presentation on methods of relining leaking, broken and damaged water and drainage pipes working from existing access points thereby causing absolutely no damage to buildings and facilities. No chopping open, no damage, no mess! - Nu Flow

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Data management/ Strategic Decision making in FM Facilities management is all about planning, this helps avoid problems and also helps in future projects and initiatives. Data Management is very much key to all this and this talk will give you some great insights as to how to be more effective in your role. - Gwen Kreel

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Tips for Facility Managers on how to manage your fire detection system In this presentation we will look at the different systems, highlight challenges and what an FM should be aware of and check for to ensure that your fire detection system will function properly when required and much more - Mike Hodgson, Chubb

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Disability access and design Just close your eyes and imagine what it would be like to try to navigate around most facilities in South Africa in a wheel chair. For many premises this would be virtually impossible. We should all try to make our buildings more user friendly for people with disabilities. Hear how a few changes can make a big difference in terms of access and the work space environment for the disabled. - Sitwell

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Gardening solutions Many facilities have outdoor space and this is often not a priority in the minds of facilities managers when planning changes two the working environment. This thought provoking talk could change all that. - Life Green Group

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Various suppliers offering a wide range of products and services. Impro Technologies Stand Number B22 www.impro.net Impro Technologies has been pioneering the access control industry for almost 30 years. Our innovative solutions are supplied to over 60 countries, spanning four continents. We offer a holistic solution comprising hardware, software, service and support. Visit our web site for more www.impro.net Pioneering access control systems that manage your building better, improve security and control who is in your building. Access control is changing and bringing real business value. Visit the Impro Technologies stand to find out about our evolutionary new products. Jabatha paper and Stationery Stand Numbers D42/D8/ E22/ D7 / C30 / B16 www.jabatha.co.za Jabatha is a reputable, 100% black owned company, based in Johannesburg. We are proudly a level 1 BBBEE contributor, adding to your bottom line. We pride ourselves in delivering both service and quality products, ensuring customer satisfaction at all times. Jabatha renders a full office solution, providing corporates with Paper, Office Furniture, Stationery, Canteen & Janitorial, Business Automation and Consumables, with branches nationally. Join us at one of our stands for more information & Spot prizes. Know More/CADM Stand Number B1 www.knowmoresa.com Know More is a workplace intelligence company. We believe that effective workplaces create happy people, and happy people work better. CADM produces easy-to-use workspace management software suited to organisations of all sizes. Accordant 10 has a brand new design and many exciting new features including lease management and activity analysis.

Life Green Group Stand Number A9 www.lifegreen.co.za Life Green Group is a company that is made up of multiple divisions: Life Landscapes, Life Indoors and Life Sports Turf we also work closely with Ash n Ad and Earth Probiotic to advance and green all indoor and outdoor environments. Life Green Group has begun implementing worm farms and bokashi systems on landscaping sites so we can our own compost. We are also using designated smoking solutions to combat cigarette litter. We have started installing green walls. Master Office Movers Stand Number A7 www.mastermovers.co.za Master Movers - BE MOVED! As a premier service provider of removal and asset storage, we are specialists in the Office Relocation and Moving Business. Master Movers BE MOVED! As proud members of the

Professional Movers’ Association, we will show you how we take care of all the hassles involved with relocating your business. MobileForms Stand Number D30 www.acs.altech.co.za MobileForms® A division of ALTECH CARD SOLUTIONS, within ALTRON TMT (PTY) LTD and a leading player in the secure electronic transaction market. JSE listed. Design, development, and distribution of telecommunications equipment, multi-media systems, IT Solutions, and industrial electronic products. Demonstrating that MobileForms® provides the User with a smart, intuitive, intelligent digital replica of the company’s existing paper based forms via a tablet App, for fast, efficient, accurate and inexpensive field based data gathering.

Lepro Corporation CC Stand Number B39 www.lepro.co.za Lepro Corporation’s is 100% black owned and was founded in 1999, with cleaning services as the core business offering. The growth achieved over the years then allowed for us to trade as a multi-disciplined entity. Will be showcasing all the services that we provide which are as follows: cleaning, hygiene, pest control, plumbing maintenance and ATM cleaning. We have been in business since 1999.

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Various suppliers offering a wide range of products and services. MonTICK Generator Monitor Stand Number D24 www.montick.co.za MonTICK Generator monitor keeps you up to date with what is happening to your generator. Fuel Level, Battery, Running Hours, Running/Stopped. Gentick Electronics manufactures the MonTICK Generator monitor that is used to remotely gather information about your generator. My Office Magazine Stand Number A15 www.myofficemagazine.co.za My Office magazine - the official publication of the home and office products association in Southern Africa. First published in 1916 Neledzi Services Stand Number B13 www.neledzicleaning.co.za Neledzi cleaning services specializes in contractual cleaning, hygiene & deep cleaning, pest control garden services and specialized services. We are a cleaning services enterprise that strives for the utmost quality and service excellence. We will be introducing our services to prospective clients Neutron Stand Number C24 www.neutron.co.za Neutron Energy Control Corporation established 1977, is South Africaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s longest established and best known name in the Power Factor Correction market. Meet Southern Africaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s longest established and well known Power Factor and Quality specialists that has saved industry in excess of R4.2 Billion in its 39 years of serving the nation. Nuflow PTY Ltd Stand Numbers B7 & B9 www.nuflow.co.za Pipe lining or restoration employs non-invasive, in-situ technologies using epoxy coatings, structural liners and innovative piping products to renew leaking or deteriorated host pipe systems that carry water, waste, gas, petroleum products and electrical conduit. Our lining technology creates a pipe inside the host pipe by either coating the interior walls of pipes and mechanical systems or installing a new structural pipe to stop leaks, renew old systems and bridge gaps in void or missing pipe sections. We are not your basic plumbing business, nor are we the typical infrastructure company. Our high-tech, patented solutions are installed by skilled professional technicians

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and we do not create new infrastructure - we instead renew the present plumbing system to stop and prevent failures. So come see what we have to offer!! PrepaidMeters.co.za Stand Number A1 www.PrepaidMeters.co.za PrepaidMeters.co.za is a leading provider of prepaid electricity, water and gas meters combined with meter & utility management software while having the largest vending channel in South Africa for purchases of prepaid utilities. See various meter types, get demo of the utility management functionality and learn more about prepayment, meter management and how to best sub-meter utilities. Red Alert Cleaning, Hygiene & Security Stand Number C5 www.redalert.co.za Through the instilled foundation of Pride,

Passion and the Pursuit of Excellence our clients can rest assured that we exceed the highest industry standards, which results in us delivering reliable & quality services. RED ALERT GUARDING - SuperGuard Double your security without doubling your cost. Collect factual evidence of incidents without having to rely on hearsay. Rexel GBC Stand Number B27 www.rexelsa.co.za Rexel Office Products South Africa, is the sole distributor for ACCO Brands (UK) of office products, business machines, presentation products and computer accessories to the Office Supplies Industry. Our brands include GBC, Rexel, Nobo and Kensington. Visit the Rexel GBC Stand B27 and learn more about the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI) and how our Awardwinning Rexel Autofeed shredders can save you time and money!

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Robex SA (PTY) Ltd Stand Number B30 www.robex.co.za Robex SA specializes in the supply & installation of seamless resin flooring & waterproofing systems for industrial, commercial & residential sectors. Come and visit our stand to speak to a consultant and view our product range. 011 896 9600 info@robex.co.za www.robex.co.za Rothe Plantscapers Stand Number B5 www.rotheplantscapers.co.za Informing clients about the landscape industry, Different services we offer for example, landscape design, installation pictures, water feature designs| Water wise gardens | Vertical Wall Salto Systems Stand Number D20 www.saltosystems.com Salto was created with one objective: to devise a world-class access control system that was simple to use and extremely efficient, giving users the ability to control all their access needs and secure all their doors without complex and expensive wiring. We will be launching our new Cloud-based and Web-based Access Control solution with our cable-free and wireless access control hardware for mobile workers.. Scent Solutions Stand Number D22 www.scentsolutions.co.za Scent Solutions are leaders in scenting public and private areas. We make offices, lobbies, hotels, shops, shopping centers, restaurants, medical facilities, factories, conference venues, casinos, restrooms and homes smell incredible. Scent.ology Stand Number D9 www.scentology.co.za Scent.ology provides any size venue with high quality scents, aromas and anti-bacterials. These scents are diffused through the air via different mechanisms depending on the space.

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Servest Group Stand Number C13 www.servest.com Servest is the largest, majority black owned facilities management provider in South Africa. Employing more than 48,000 people in Africa and the UK, the group has over 6,000 customers and provides services to over 20,000 sites. An integrated business model supports the Group’s total facilities management offering. Servest is able to self-deliver over 90% of all “hard” and “soft” services, across all sectors, to improve our customers’ operating efficiencies. Servest is able to self-deliver over 90% of all “hard” and “soft” services, across all sectors, to improve our customers’ operating efficiencies Sitwell Consulting Stand Number C40 www.sitwell.co.za Sitwell has been delivering disability equipment for ten years in the SA market. Experienced and diverse our team of experts will advise on anything to do with Disability. Do you know what the law is with regards to disability in the workplace and access?

Ride our wheelchair and experience disability access for yourself. From workplace sensitization to emergency egress we are your experts in the world of inclusive design. Snap! Stand Number D15 www.cooltouch.co.za Cool Touch is an innovative solutions provider to the facilities Management and Maintenance sector focused on helping you achieve exceptional service delivery and outstanding customer experience! We will be giving the first ten visitors a free 3 month trial run. The rest can come get chocolates. Spacebox Stand Number A18 www.spacebox.co.za SpaceBox specializes in office moves for business. We are the only solution of its kind and by far the most effective and cost efficient. The smart storage and removal solution. SpaceBox specializes in office moves for business. We are the only solution of its kind and by far the most effective and cost efficient. The smart storage and removal solution.

Solving safety through integrated systems Chubb Fire & Security offers powerful solutions that secure people and property with some of the most innovative technology developed. From sophisticated life safety and security systems to cost-effective intelligent threat detection, Chubb designs, manufactures, installs and services your fully integrated fire and security system. • Reduced ongoing costs – specific, intelligent and directed security • Improved security • Better business intelligence through comprehensive combined reports • Easier planned maintenance with early warning of maintenance needs • Improved people and asset safety with addressable fire systems ELECTRONIC SECURITY

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