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WASTE TYRES
South Africa is littered with millions of waste tyres. They pollute the environment, create fire hazards and are breeding grounds for vermin and mosquitoes that spread disease. The problem is escalating annually. The time has come to turn this around. REDISA aims to not only reduce tyre pollution, but also help with South Africa’s unemployment rate by creating over 10 000 jobs over the next five years.
REDISA helps the tyre industry take responsibility for its waste, by turning it into worth.
www.redisa.org.za
Contents
3 Message from the President 5 Message from the Chairman 6 Exhibition Floor Plan 9 Programme 13 Fast Facts
Patron Members
15 Scientific Review 16 Technical Tours 19 Abstracts 39 Exhibitors 56 Acknowledgements of the
IWMSA
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KINGJAMES 24116
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Message
from the president Message
Dr Suzan Oelofse WasteCon 2014 President
from the
T
President
he theme of WasteCon 2014, “Wired for Waste: Value, Grow, Sustain” is a call to all delegates to ensure that you are geared for the latest challenges in the waste industry. Firstly waste should be viewed as a resource and the intrinsic value thereof maximised through reuse, recycling and recovery. By recycling waste the value-add can be multiplied in a circular economy, whereas waste to energy only extracts value on a once off basis. It is therefore important to plan alternative waste management options in an integrated way to ensure sustainability of waste management systems and jobs created. WasteCon 2014 is again bringing local and international experts together and creates an important platform for all players in the industry to share views, knowledge and experiences. The programme is structured to allow enough time for questions and debate following the oral presentations, but you are encouraged to continue the conversations during the breaks optimising the networking opportunities. In addition to the oral presentations, there are also some interesting workshops on the programme in addition to about 90 exhibitions stands. Make sure to visit both the indoor and outdoor exhibitions to learn about the latest technologies on offer. The National Environmental Management: Waste Amendment Act, 2014 which came into effect on 2 June 2014 established the Waste Management Bureau and introduced a Pricing Strategy to enable government to impose waste management charges. Your attention is specifically drawn to the workshop on Thursday afternoon where the officials from the Department of Environmental Affairs will enlighten us on these and other new developments on the regulatory front. This important workshop promises to be one of the highlights of WasteCon 2014. The abstracts contained in this book provide a sneak preview of the presentations with a view to facilitate constructive engagement. Enjoy the Conference, take the opportunity to learn and engage and let’s work together to get “Wired for Waste” towards moving waste up the waste management hierarchy in South Africa!
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Message from the chairman Margot Ladouce IWMSA Western Cape Branch – WasteCon 2014 Chairman
It focuses on growth and development through sustainable economic opportunities in the industry. Our first key-note address will stimulate the assembly to shift their focus to elements of the Green Economy and its application in the waste industry. Another key-note address will highlight the importance of empowerment of our communities through social programmes and realising value, where wasteful activities previously existed. Successes in the waste engineering discipline will be presented where more-advanced integrated solid waste technologies are applied to address complex waste management challenges. The legislative and regulatory environment is ever changing in South Africa and abroad and is proof of a vibrant and active industry and sector. The WasteCon programme allows for sufficient access to regulators through interactive fora and discussions at the workshops. Each country, each continent and each person has their own challenges in preventing materials becoming a waste. WasteCon has called on local and international speakers and facilitators to not only present here in the next few days, but to also share experiences and allow debate in multiple planned workshops. Please embrace this opportunity.
from the chairman
This year’s conference adopts a theme “Wired for Waste – Value*Grow*Sustain” which directs the focus to the value-add of waste. The programme allows for waste professionals to explore the approach to waste as a “resource” rather than a “liability”.
The WasteCon exhibitions are of significant value at our conferences where developments and innovative approaches are promoted. We invite delegates to exploit the opportunity to be enlightened and to connect at the respective stands. The Resource Innovation Tours will focus on the triple bottom line: economy, environment and social elements embracing the principle of cradle-to-cradle design in practice.
Message
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he Western Cape Branch of the Institute of Waste Management Southern Africa (IWMSA) herewith welcomes you to the 22nd Biennial International Waste Conference – WasteCon 2014. Since its inception in 1976 the conference has developed into a recognised internationally sought after event with delegates travelling far to connect, interact and share all that is noteworthy in the waste management arena. The organising committee has worked tirelessly to ensure that the conference will once again establish and solidify connections and networks to realise sustainable practices in the industry.
WasteCon 2014 hosts a not-to-be missed dinner, to be held at Cavalli Estate, Stellenbosch, impressing unforgettable memories of the picturesque and hospitable Cape Winelands. Guests will be treated to gourmet cuisine accompanied by music and entertainment to amaze and refresh. We wish each and every delegate an awe-filled, intellectually stimulating experience at this year’s WasteCon 2014. Our sincere gratitude is extended to the organising committee, IWMSA head office, sponsors, advertisers and importantly the exhibitors, presenters and delegates without whom our conference would not be possible. “Waste equals food, whether it’s food for the earth, or for a closed industrial cycle. We manufacture products that go from cradle to grave. We want to manufacture them from cradle to cradle.” William McDonough. Stimulate, motivate and embrace change and enjoy WasteCon 2014.
WASTECON COMMITTEE
Margot Ladouce Gail Smit Melani Traut Lisa Parkes Richard Emery Mahier Abrahams Sally-Anne Kasner Kirsten Barnes Jan Palm
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Marquee
exhibition floorplan
Entrance to Conference and Exhibition M17 M17
M18 M18
Mpact Plastic Mpact Plastic Containers Containers
Geo-‐X Geo-X
M16
M16
Mpact Plastic Containers Mpact Plastic
Containers
M15
GAST M15 International SA GAST International M14 SA Palfinger M14 SA
Exhibition Floor Plan
M13 SA Palfinger M13
Duncanmec
Duncanmec
AfrEquip AfrEquip
M20 M20 Aludar Safety Safety Aludar
M21 M21 Golder Golder Associates Associates
M22 M22 REDISA REDISA
M23 M23 REDISA REDISA
M24 M24 REDISA REDISA
M12
M25 M25
M12
Resource Resource Management Management
Landfill Equipment Landfill cc
Equipment cc
M11
M26 M26 RSM Software Software RSM
M11
M27 M27
POLYCO POLYCO
AAD AAD
M10 M10 Otto aste Otto W Waste Systems Systems
M09 M09 Otto Waste Otto Waste Systems Systems
M08
M08
Gundle Gundle Geosynthetics Geosynthetics
M07
M07
Talbot Talbot & & Talbot Talbot
M06 M06
M28 M28 Walo UK UK Walo
M29 M29 Walo UK Uk Walo
Entrance to Grand Ballroom M30 M30 Smart Waste Waste Smart
M31 M31 CSIR CSIR
M32 M32 Probiokashi Probiokashi
M33 M33 HotRot HotRot
3S Media 3S Media
M34 M34
M05
Cape Waste Waste Cape
M04
M35 M35
Mechlift
M04 SA Metrohm Metrohm SA
M03
6
M19 M19
Cecor Allied Allied Cecor
M36 M36 Energia Energia Rubber Rubber Tech Tech
M03
M37 M37
Aquatan Aquatan
Waste Waste Management Resource Management M38 | M39
M02 M02 AECOM SSA AECOM A
M38 | M39 PRASA PRASA
Grand ballroom exhibition floorplan G06
G07 Emergency Exit
PIKITUP
East London IDZ
G05
G08 Grand Ballroom
PIKITUP
G04
G03 PIKITUP
G01
G02
MOLOK
600SA Eqstra
G09
G18
G19
M and L Laboratory Services
Mercedes-‐ Benz South Africa
G17
G20
Odour Control Group
Ecocycle Waste Solutions
G16
G21
Oilkol
Oilkol
Interwaste
Exhibition Floor Plan
PIKITUP
East London IDZ
G10 Interwaste
G11 Solid Waste Technologies
G12
Entrance to Grand Ballroom
Barloworld Equipment
Registration Desk Passage to Foyer and Outside Exhibition
G15
G14
G13
Wasteman
TFM Industries
Autocar Truck
Courtyard
Exhibition floorplan foyer and outdoor OD01 Akura
OD02 600SA Eqstra
OD03 TFM Industries
OD04 MAN Truck & Bus (SA)
OD05
Passage to Foyer and Outside Exhibition
Vergelegen Venue
Akura
F01 Registration Collect-‐A-‐Can Desk
OD06
F02
F03
PETCO
Engineerd Linings
Autocar Truck
Entrance to Outdoor Exhibition OD07 Sanitech
OD08 MAN Truck & Bus (SA)
F13
F12
Envitech Solutions
Akura
Somerset Suite 1
F11
F10
Akura
NAUE GmbH & Co. KG
Somerset Suite 2
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YES, Milk and Juice Cartons
can be Recycled
YES, cartons are being recycled in South Africa at Gayatri Paper Mill, based in Germiston, Gauteng.
Waste management and collection companies are encouraged to collect, bale, and sell used cartons to the Paper Mill for recycling.
HOW? Recycling takes place through a hydro-pulping process which separates the paper fibre from the polyethylene and aluminium (polyAl). The
recycled fibre is then used to make a range of paper and cardboard products. The polyAl component is separated for aggromulation and pelletisation for use in plastic injection moulded products.
WOW! Carton packaging is made mainly from paper board, a natural renewable resource, which gives our packaging a low carbon footprint versus other types of liquid packaging.
When the contents are gone,
let the carton live on!
For more more information informationabout aboutcarton cartonrecycling, recycling, visit orwww.mywaste.co.za www.mywaste.co.za visit www.tetrapak.com/za www.tetrapak.co.za or
GAYATRI PAPER
GAYATRI PAPER MILLS 1 Power Str, Germiston, Gauteng Tel: +27 11 821 8600
WasteCon 2014 - Final Programme
(subject to change & receipt of final papers) 18 Sep 2014
MONDAY 6 OCTOBER 2014
Golf Day - Erinvale Golf Course - register online www.wastecon.co.za 13:00 - 17:00
Early Registration in Exhibition Venues
18:00
Exhibition Opening & Cocktail Function
DAY 1 TUESDAY 7 OCTOBER 2014 07:00 - 10:00
Registration
10:00 - 11:00
Tea in Exhibition Area
11:00 - 11:10
House Rules
Tea in Exhibition Area Richard Emery (MC)
11:10 - 11:20
Welcome to WasteCon 2014
Margot Ladouce - Chairperson
11:20 - 11:25
Audio Visual & National Anthem
WasteCon 2014 Audio
11:25 - 11:35
Official Address
To be Advised
11:35 - 11:45
President Address
Suzan Oelofse: President - IWMSA
11:45 - 12:00
Keynote Address
Jenny Cargill - Resource Efficiency: The Priority Choice
12:00 - 12:30
Keynote Address
Parag Gupta - Co-operatives / Social Enterprises
12:30
Venue Logistics
Lunch and session venues
Lunch in Exhibition Venues
13:00 - 14:00
Vergelegen Room
Somerset 1 Suite
Somerset 2 Suite
Somerset 3 Suite
Session Chair
Peter Novella
Richard Emery
Janet Magner
Margot Ladouce
Topic
Energy
Integration
Regulation
Technology
South Africa's Waste Research Development Innovation Roadmap
Guidance on the Regulatory Framework to Facilitate the Implementation of Alternative Waste Treatment Technologies
All wired for E-waste
14:00 - 14:30
Life Cycle Assessments of Energy Recovery from the Organic Fraction: Bio-Methane or Bio-Hydrogen, for Vehicle Fuel or for Electricity? Phumlani Masilela
Linda Godfrey
Sameera Kissoon
Jonathan Perry
Nuclear waste and sustainability
e-Waste: Job Creation Potential in the Automotive Sector
The Impacts of Regulation on Business in the Waste Sector: Evidence from the Western Cape
The Case Study of an e-Waste Service Provider Alliance – How to Grow a Responsible e-Waste Collection and Treatment Service for Southern Africa
Adrian Campbell
Lene Ecroignard
Suzan Oelofse
Susanne Karcher
14:30 - 15:00
Refreshments in Exhibition Venues
15:00 - 15:30
Session Chair
Pieter Kriel
Lisa Parkes
Suzan Oelofse
Melani Traut
Topic
Social
Sustainability
Regulation
Technology
Understanding the South African Waste Sector: The Economic and Employment Opportunities it Provides
Protection of Groundwater beneath Waste Containment Facilities: Possible Solution to the Diffusion of Volatile Organic Compounds through Composite Landfill Liners
15:30 - 16:00
16:00 - 16:30
19:00
Programme
Venue
Impact of Informal Private Sector in The importance of a proper waste Integrated Solid Waste Management (ISWM) in Ibadan, Nigeria - A Developing characterisation study for the development Country of IWMP – case studies
Habeeb Lukman
Saliem Haider
Linda Godfrey
Reon Pienaar
Towards a Sustainable Incremental Waste Management System in Enkanini Informal Settlement
Geotechnical Application for Expanded Polystyrene Waste
The Evolution of the Regulatory Function of Waste Management Facilities within the Western Cape by the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning
Beyond the Well - Landfill Gas to Electricity, CDM
Vanessa von der Heyde
Andrea Donald
Lance McBain-Charles
Logan Moodley
Cocktail Dinner Party - Cavalli Estate - Smart Casual / Traditional Dress
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DAY 2 WEDNESDAY 8 OCTOBER 2014 Venue
Vergelegen Room
Somerset 1 Suite
Somerset 2 Suite
Somerset 3 Suite
Session Chair
Reon Pienaar
Nick Mannie
Adrian Campbell
Jan Palm
Topic
Management
Economy
Transition
Insight
08:30 - 09:00
Diverting Household Waste from Landfill: Best-Practice Separation-atSource Recycling amongst some Western Cape Municipalities
Development of the waste economy in the Western Cape: A decision support tool for integrated municipal waste management
Banning the Plastic Shopping Bag in South Africa – An Idea whose time has come
Solid Waste Management in Harare, Engineering and Managing Facilities Progress Challenges and Opportunities
Hugh Tyrell
Tawanda Sango
Hayley McLellan
Roger Ettrick
The identification and risk evaluation of the historic landfills in the City of Cape Town
Corporate Social Investment in the waste industry
Household Recycling Incentives – Do they Work?
Value-Add: Modern-day Transfer of Waste: Necessary Evil (Electron Road Transfer Facility, Durban)
Annette Naudé
Bertie Lourens
Tim Fill
Richard Emery
A Practical Approach to Address the Lack of Municipal Waste Management Quantification Systems at Municipal Waste Management Facilities, in the Western Cape
The Western Cape Industrial Symbiosis Programme (WISP): An Innovative Approach to Resource Efficiency and Waste Minimisation for South African Businesses
Transaction Advisor and PPP
Sustainable landfills - Can these be achieved?
Chantel Dryden
Sarah O Carrol
Anita Botha
Peter Novella
Towards Sustainable Biogas Management, how does South Africa compare?
Advanced integrated solid waste management projects within South Africa a case study
Why is municipal waste management reform so difficult? An analysis of its dynamic and social complexities
State of the art methods in measurement and management of landfill odours
Margot Ladouce
Tlou Ramaru
Barry Coetzee
Steve Kalule
09:00 - 09:30
Programme
09:30 - 10:00
10:00 - 10:30
Refreshments in Exhibition Venues
10:30 -11:00
Session Chair
Hamied Mazema
Stuart Gower- Jackson
Janet Magner
Annette Naude
Topic
Industry
Workshop
Beneficiation
Health Care
11:00 - 11:30
The Development of Industry Waste Management Plans within the Consumer-Formulated Chemicals Sector: An Overview of Practical Experiences in the Western Cape, South Africa
Keep our Planet Clean: Morsjors, Litter Bug, Illegal Dumping and Littering – Team Up to Clean Up
Xoliswa Mazana
11:30-12:00
Developing the Waste Economy in the Western Cape: Industry Status Quo and Challenges
Advanced Integrated Solid Waste Technologies in South Africa - DEA
Gracia Munganga
12:30-13:00
Christa Venter
Delanie Bezuidenhout
The Use of Waste within Steep Walls with the Support of Geogrids and Geomembranes
The successes and challenges in drafting and implementing the Health Care Waste Management Regulations
Andy Post
Tšaletseng Siimane
The Hammarsdale Waste Beneficiation Centre in KZN: A Public/Private Partnership in Planning for Health Care Waste Management Creating Green Economic Development Hubs for the Recycling Industry
Waste Characterisation and Recycling Potential in Stellenbosch
Charlotte Cronje
Christopher Whyte
Janet Magner
Lunch in Exhibition Venues
12:30 -13:30 Venue
Vergelegen Room
Somerset 1 Suite
Somerset 2 Suite
Somerset 3 Suite
Session Chair
Sid Crampton
Kirsten Barnes
Susanne Karcher
Peter Novella
Topic
Technical
Workshop
Advancements
Best Practice
13:30-14:00
14:00-14:30
14:30-15:00
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Health Care without Harm – A Case for the Recovery and Recycling of PVC Waste from the Health Care Environment
Temperature Concerns around the Landfilling Improve your Business by Generating Money of Coal Ash Waste – Literature Review versus from Waste a Thermal Investigation on-site
Inversely Unstable – The Lining of Steep Landfill Slopes in South Africa Nash Dookhi
Christof Brandstetter
Lloyd Wallace
The Use of Geosynthetics in Mining Works
Planning and Achieving Full Beneficiation of Waste Incorporating Waste-to-Energy in a large Metropolitan City: A Case Study
What is UV Radiation Exposure doing to your Liner?
Janne-Kristin Pries / Stephan Westhus
Lindsay Strachan
Jabulile Msiza
Rehabilitation of an Abandoned Open Cast Mined Area: From an Open Cast Pit to a Waste Disposal Facility - A Case Study
The Integrated Model of Waste Management for Ekurhuleni – Gauteng: Towards Zero Landfill
From 50 Dump Sites to 50 Waste Disposal Facilities – Challenges and Lessons Learnt
Andre Venter
Benedetta Gualandi
Reon Pienaar
GreenCape - Green Economy
Refreshments in Exhibition Venues
15:00 - 15:30
Session Chair
Saliem Haider
Bertie Lourens
Eddie Hanekom
Andre Venter
Topic
Alternatives
Workshop
Transformation
Workshop
The Potential for Waste-to-Energy in the Western Cape: A 2040 Outlook
Used Oil Management – EPR in a Regulatory Environment
14:00-14:30
14:30-15:00
The Use of Geosynthetics in Mining Works
Waste Incorporating Waste-to-Energy in a large Metropolitan City: A Case Study
GreenCape - Green Economy
What is UV Radiation Exposure doing to your Liner?
Janne-Kristin Pries / Stephan Westhus
Lindsay Strachan
Jabulile Msiza
Rehabilitation of an Abandoned Open Cast Mined Area: From an Open Cast Pit to a Waste Disposal Facility - A Case Study
The Integrated Model of Waste Management for Ekurhuleni – Gauteng: Towards Zero Landfill
From 50 Dump Sites to 50 Waste Disposal Facilities – Challenges and Lessons Learnt
Andre Venter
DAY 2
WEDNESDAY 8 OCTOBER 2014 Benedetta Gualandi Somerset 1 Refreshments Suite Somerset in Exhibition Venues2 Suite
Reon Pienaar
Venue 15:00 - 15:30
Vergelegen Room
Session Chair Session Chair
Reon Pienaar Saliem Haider
Topic
Management
Economy
Transition
Insight
Topic
Alternatives
Workshop
Transformation
Workshop
Nick Mannie Bertie Lourens
Adrian Campbell Eddie Hanekom
15:30 - 16:00
Diverting Household Waste from Development of the waste economy in the Landfill: Best-Practice Separation-atWestern Cape: A decision support tool for Source Recycling amongst some integrated municipal waste management Westernfor Cape Municipalities in the The Potential Waste-to-Energy Western Cape: A 2040 Outlook Hugh Tyrell Tawanda Sango
09:00 - 09:30
Michael The identification andVice risk evaluation of the historic landfills in the City of Cape Town
08:30 - 09:00
16:00 - 16:30
Corporate Social Investment in the waste industry
An Investigation of Waste Tyre Shreds as Reinforcement AnnetteMaterial Naudé for Typical South African Sandy Soils
Bertie Lourens
A Practical Approach to Address the Lack of Municipal Waste Management Quantification Systems at Municipal Faridah Chebet Waste Management Facilities, in the Western Cape
Social Enterprises & Co-operatives The Western Cape Industrial Symbiosis Programme (WISP): An Innovative Approach to Resource Efficiency and Waste Minimisation for South African Businesses
The required innovation drivers that are Dryden necessary Chantel for achieving NDP's Green Economy targets
Banning the Plastic Shopping Bag in South Africa – An Idea whose time has come Used Oil Management – EPR in a Regulatory Environment Hayley McLellan
Somerset 3 Suite Jan Palm Andre Venter
Solid Waste Management in Harare, Engineering and Managing Facilities Progress Challenges and Opportunities Roger Ettrick
Raj Lochan Value-Add: Modern-day Transfer of Waste: Household Recycling Incentives – Do they Necessary Evil (Electron Road Transfer Work? Facility, Durban) The Challenge of Multiple Policy Objectives for the Transformation of Solid Waste Management: Analysis of the Situation in Richard Emery Tim Fill South Africa and Experience from Abroad in This is not negotiable – the essential facts of Handling the Barriers waste legislation Sustainable landfills - Can these be achieved?
Sarah O Carrol
The Impact of the Section Anita Botha24G Process on Small Recycling Businesses
Peter Novella
10:00 - 10:30
Towards Sustainable Biogas Management, how does South Africa compare? Melumzi Nontangna
Advanced integrated solid waste management projects within South Africa a case study
Why is municipal waste management reform so difficult? An analysis of its dynamic and social complexities Quinton Williams
State of the art methods in measurement and management of landfill odours
17:30 - 18:30
Margot Ladouce
Tlou Ramaru
16:30 - 17:00
Topic
Venue 11:00 - 11:30
Session Chair
Barry Coetzee
Steve Kalule
Establishment ofRefreshments waste legislation interest group - Leon Bredenhann in Exhibition Venues
18:30 19:00 10:30 --11:00
Session Chair
IWMSA AGM
Hamied Mazema Industry The Development of Industry Waste Management Plans within the Consumer-Formulated Chemicals Vergelegen Room Sector: An Overview of Practical Experiences in the Western Cape, Steve Kalule South Africa
DELEGATES NIGHT OFF Janet Magner
Stuart Gower- Jackson
DAY 3
Workshop
Beneficiation
Annette Naude Health Care
THURSDAY 9 OCTOBER 2014 Somerset 1 Suite
Keep our Planet Clean: Morsjors, Litter Bug, Illegal Dumping and Littering – Team Up to Somerset 2 Suite Clean Up
Mahier Abrahams
Jo Kearney
Health Care without Harm – A Case for the RecoverySomerset and Recycling3 ofSuite PVC Waste from the Health Care Environment
Logan Moodley
Topic
Materials Xoliswa Mazana
Alternatives
Materials Christa Venter
Engineering Delanie Bezuidenhout
08:30 - 09:00 11:30-12:00
Challenges in Determining the Correct Developing the Waste Economy in the Waste Disposal Solutions for Local Western Cape: Industry Status Quo and Municipalities - A South African Challenges Overview
Waste Derived Fuels Blending Platform – Advanced Integrated Case StudySolid Waste Technologies in South Africa - DEA
Plastics in South Africa – Wired for The Use Recycling of Waste within Steep Walls with the Growth Support of Geogrids and Geomembranes
Interactive Geotechnical Design with The successes and challenges in drafting Geosynthetics for the of Sludge and implementing the Covering Health Care Waste Lagoons and Tailings Ponds Management Regulations
Nick Munganga Mannie Gracia
David Johns
Annabe AndyPretorius Post
Stephan Westhus Tšaletseng Siimane
12:30-13:00 09:00 - 09:30
The Hammarsdale Waste Beneficiation Centre Technology for Transformation – Landfill Waste Characterisation and Recycling Effect of a Fast-Growing Consumer Culture in An KZN: A Public/Private Partnership Evaluation of Electronic Waste in Planning for Health Waste Management WastePotential Characterisation Study in Five Engineering Case Care Study: Construction of in Stellenbosch Green Economic Development Hubs on Waste Profile in Sub-Saharan African Creating Management in Ba-Phalaborwa Local African Countries Landfill Cholwald in Switzerland with Dense for the Recycling Industry Cities Municipality, Limpopo Province. South Africa. Asphalt as Lining Material Charlotte Cronje
09:30 - 10:00
10:00 - 10:30
Programme
Transaction and PPP Torben Advisor Kristiansen
09:30 - 10:00
Christopher Whyte
Janet Magner
Pieter Smuts
Timothy Magezi
Tsakani Tshimbana
Christine Grommes
Conducting Waste Characterisation Studies within 6 municipalities of the Western Cape - an overview of practical experiences
Can Waste Management Practices be Adapted and Aligned to Perform as Efficiently and Sustainably as Ecosystem Services?
Maximising Waste Utilisation at a Flexible Packaging Company
The Waterval Waste Disposal Facility: A Construction Supervision Case Study
Dean Gilbert
Carmen Nottingham
Mark Liptrot
Gregory Dode
The Value of Organic Waste to Households: A Case Study from Cape Town
Mechanical Biological Treatment – Solution or Hype?
Single Use Plastics – Are we Heading for an Impasse?
Valuation of Closure Costs of Landfills as a Tool for Improving Landfill Management Practices
Noel Johannessen
Tim Fill
John Keiser
Seakle Godschalk
Refreshments in Exhibition Venues
10:30 -11:00
Suzan Oelofse
Session Chair Video / Documentary Session
DEA Workshop
Topic
DEA Reporting Session 1. Overview of NEMWAA, 2014 11:00 - 13:00
Video / Documentary Session
2. Pricing strategy 3. Waste Management Bureau 4. NEMWAA Regulations and the Implementation Guide
13:00 - 14:00
Lunch in Exhibition Venues
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Practices
10:00 - 10:30
Noel Johannessen
DAY 3
Tim Fill
John Keiser
Refreshments in Exhibition THURSDAY 9 OCTOBER 2014 Venues
10:30 -11:00
Vergelegen Room
Somerset 1 Suite
Topic Session Chair
Steve Kalule
Mahier Abrahams
DEA Workshop Jo Kearney
Logan Moodley
Topic
Materials
Alternatives
Materials Session DEA Reporting
Engineering
Session Chair Venue
08:30 11:00 -- 09:00 13:00
Video / Documentary Session
Suzan Oelofse Somerset 2 Suite
Challenges in Determining the Correct 1. Overview of NEMWAA, 2014 Waste Derived Fuels Blending Platform – Waste Disposal Solutions for Local Case Study Municipalities - A South African 2. Pricing strategy Video / Documentary Overview Session Nick Mannie
13:00 - 14:00 09:00 - 09:30
Waste Characterisation Study in Five African Countries
Somerset 3 Suite
Plastics Recycling in South Africa – Wired for Growth
Interactive Geotechnical Design with Geosynthetics for the Covering of Sludge Lagoons and Tailings Ponds
Annabe Pretorius
Stephan Westhus
3. Waste Management Bureau David Johns
4. NEMWAA Regulations and the Implementation Guide Effect of a Fast-Growing Consumer Culture An Evaluation of Electronic Waste on Waste Profile in Sub-Saharan African Management in Ba-Phalaborwa Local Lunch in Exhibition Venues Cities Municipality, Limpopo Province. South Africa.
Technology for Transformation – Landfill Engineering Case Study: Construction of Landfill Cholwald in Switzerland with Dense Asphalt as Lining Material
Venue
Vergelegen Room
Somerset 1 Suite
Somerset 2 Suite
Somerset 3 Suite
Session Chair
Pieter Smuts Richard Emery
Timothy Magezi Lisa Parkes
Tsakani Bertie Tshimbana Lourens
Christine Grommes Jan Palm
Topic
Materials Conducting Waste Characterisation Studies within 6 municipalities of the Household Food Wastage in a Western Cape - an overview of practical Developing Country: A Case Study of experiences Mamelodi Township in South Africa
Workshop Practices be Can Waste Management Adapted and Aligned to Perform as Efficiently and Sustainably as Ecosystem Services?
Materials
Alternatives
09:30 - 10:00 14:00 - 14:30
Dean Gilbert Fhumulani Ramukhwatho
14:30 - 15:00 10:00 - 10:30
Programme
Seakle Godschalk
The in the Roll-Out TheChallenges Value of Organic Waste toof Household Hazardous Wastefrom Drop-Offs Households: A Case Study Cape in the CityTown of Cape Town
The Waterval Waste Disposal Facility: A Maximising Waste Utilisation at a Flexible Construction Supervision Case Study Packaging Company Changing the way we Recycle Polystyrene in Formalisation of E-waste Recycling: Making it South Africa a Reality Mark Liptrot Adri Spannenberg
Gregory Dode Babalwa Yose
Adding Value to Recovered Paper using Fibre Single Use Plastics – Are we Heading for an Fractionation Impasse?
Valuation Closure Costs of Landfills as a RecyclingofEconomics: Savings vs Prices Tool for Improving Landfill Management Practices
Ian Kerr
Mlu Binda
Carmen Nottingham PETCO - Spotlight on plastic Collection and recycling Mechanical Biological Treatment – Solution or Hype?
Annette Naud é 15:00 - 15:30
Johannessen John Keiser TimDirector: Fill Godschalk Mr IsaacNoel Maredi Department of Science & Technology Chief Sector Innovation and Green Economy - Reflecting on WasteCon2014 and Seakle the importance of evidence in managing South Africa's waste
Refreshments in Exhibition Venues Closure and thanks - Margot Ladouce
10:30 -11:00 15:30
Session Chair Video / Documentary Session Topic 09h00 - 16h00
Suzan Oelofse
DAY 4 FRIDAY 10 OCTOBER 2014
DEA Workshop
Resource Innovation Tour - Tour A - Sustainability Institute / Hotel Verde or Tour B - Enkanini Development Project / Composting at Spier
DEA Reporting Session
1. Overview of NEMWAA, 2014 11:00 - 13:00
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2. Pricing strategy 3. Waste Management Bureau 4. NEMWAA Regulations and the Implementation Guide
Lunch in Exhibition Venues
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Somerset 3 Suite
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Household Food Wastage in a Developing Country: A Case Study of Mamelodi Township in South Africa
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Richard Emery Lisa Parkes Bertie Lourens AAD SPECIALISED TRANSPORT SOLUTIONS (PTY) LTD
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Fhumulani Ramukhwatho
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The Challenges in the Roll-Out of Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Offs in the City of Cape Town
Jan Palm
Changing the way we Recycle Polystyrene in Formalisation of E-waste Recycling: Making it South Africa a Reality
PETCO - Spotlight on plastic Collection and recycling
Adri Spannenberg
Babalwa Yose
Adding Value to Recovered Paper using Fibre Fractionation
Recycling Economics: Savings vs Prices
Ian Kerr
Mlu Binda
Annette Naud é 15:00 - 15:30
Mr Isaac Maredi Department of Science & Technology Chief Director: Sector Innovation and Green Economy - Reflecting on WasteCon2014 and the importance of evidence in managing South Africa's waste
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Closure and thanks - Margot Ladouce
DAY 4 FRIDAY 10 OCTOBER 2014 09h00 - 16h00
Resource Innovation Tour - Tour A - Sustainability Institute / Hotel Verde or Tour B - Enkanini Development Project / Composting at Spier
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Fast facts LOCATION: THE LORD CHARLES, SOMERSET WEST Nestled amidst the natural beauty of the Cape Winelands, NH The Lord Charles welcomes guests with warm hospitality and effortless luxury. Situated a mere 20 minutes from Cape Town International Airport, NH The Lord Charles is a unique hotel combining the relaxed elegance and sophistication of a modern hotel, with the ease and charm of the local countryside.
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Within easy reach of the historic towns of Stellenbosch, Franschoek and Paarl, guests can indulge in lazy, sundrenched days sampling local wines, or discovering South Africa from the air with hot air balloon rides. Nature and sports enthusiasts will find an abundance of outdoor attractions from whale watching and deep sea diving to sailing and windsurfing.
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A hotel that is renowned for its friendly service and stylish attention to detail, guests soon realise that nothing is too much trouble. Regular shuttles also operate from the hotel to the popular shopping centres and entertainment areas in and around Cape Town. NH The Lord Charles has simply combined an international, cosmopolitan style, with a local flair and warmth making it a comfortable home-away-from-home from which guests can discover and enjoy their business or leisure activities. NH The Lord Charles prides itself on its comfort, elegance and welcoming hospitality, ensuring an intimate hotel experience for all visitors.
CONTACT DETAILS Conference secretariat
Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa - Head Office Gail Smit iwmsa@telkomsa.net Ann Oosthuizen iwmsa1@telkomsa.net Sanki Nkosi info@iwmsa.co.za Telephone: +27 (0) 11 675 3462 Fax: +27 (0) 11 675 3465 Website: www.iwmsa.co.za Website: www.wastecon.co.za
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Scientific review The WasteCon 2014 Technical Sub-Committee was convened under the Chairmanship of Margot Ladouce and comprised: Harro von Blottnitz Peter Novella Bob Couth Richard Karsen Lance du Toit John Coetzee Ursula Henneberry Nick Mannie Lindsay Strachan Richard Emery
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Tracy McNeil Quinton Williams Annette Naude Bertie Lourens Eddie Hanekom Vishwanath Gianpersad Peter Davies Kirsten Barnes Melani Traut Jan Palm
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Jonathan Shamrock Larry Eischstadt, Emilie Galley Jaco Olivier Lloyd Wallace Grant von Mayer Thorsten Aab Suzan Oelofse
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In compiling the scientific programme for WasteCon 2014, every effort has been made to reflect the Conference theme, “Wired for Waste” and to provide delegates from all waste management disciplines an opportunity to interact on matters in the industry. We trust that all delegates will find the scientific content of the conference informative, meaningful and challenging and that they will take with them new methods and modern strategies that they can utilize in their environment. The WasteCon 2014 Technical Sub-Committee oversaw the entire peer review process for the conference. Each member was appointed as an assessor and made use of reviewers selected from leading waste and environmental scientists, engineers, practitioners and professionals all of whom practice in the waste management field. Every effort was made to ensure that the reviewing process was fair and open, with the aim of maintaining the high standard of WasteCon and helping authors to develop and improve their work so that the sharing of their experience, expertise and research will enhance the flow of knowledge in the waste management community. As with previous WasteCon Conferences, which have become widely recognised as the waste management forum for the industry in Africa, the Committee has strived to continue the tradition of presentations of high quality. In total, 98 abstracts were originally submitted, unfortunately it is not possible to accommodate all and regretfully some papers were not accepted. The final programme incorporates 78 oral and one poster paper that will be presented at the conference. A total of 6 workshops have been incorporated into the programme, these workshop will provide a platform of interactive discussions and participation. Please take this opportunity to learn from the presenters by participating in both workshops and sessions. The success of the WasteCon 2014 is dependent on your participation.
Attention All Municipalities,
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Technical Tours The Sustainability Institute is an NPO associated with the University of Stellenbosch, with a vision to create a more equitable society, honouring both our people and our planet. Creative engagement with the challenges South Africa faces, through both research and implementation, are the hallmarks of this dynamic institute. The Sustainable Community Development Programme aims to create resilient communities, who can sustain their livelihoods through community empowerment, participation and activism.
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Through various initiatives, including a three yearprogramme with the National Department of Human settlements (NDHS), we have been able to deepen and ground the many years of knowledge gained from our community involvement. Thus we have decided to invest in a development practice qualification. SCD safeguards this vision by offering an accredited level 4 Community Development qualification to Non-governmental organisations, community development workers and individuals who are interested in the Community Development field.
The Lynedoch EcoVillage is the first ecologically designed, socially mixed intentional community in South Africa. It is located in the wine country near Stellenbosch, 30 minutes drive inland from Cape Town. The initial business model could not raise sufficient capital to cover the eco-innovation and facilitation processes that were central to the project. So the founders separated the project’s eco-social development dimension from its property development side. Goals of the Lynedoch Eco-Village: • The establishment of a socially and economically viable mixed community, which is centred around a learning precinct • Practical and working example of an ecologically designed urban system that uses local replicable technologies • Financially viable property development, including both construction, sale and ongoing maintenance and operations
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Technical Tours Hotel Verde was built by owners Mario and Annemarie Delicio. It is the Delicio family’s vision and philosophy of looking after our world we live in and handing it over to our children in a responsible manner, that has created a team of experts dedicated to finding alternative concepts and angles to look at energy, water and waste reduction. Hotel Verde is not hailed as Africa’s greenest hotel for nothing. Every aspect of the hotel is aimed to be as sustainable as possible- literally from below the ground up. With help from Ecolution, our sustainable consultants, these systems have not only proven to efficiently save water and electricity and reduce waste, but have helped Hotel Verde to spearhead the globally-growing trend of sustainable tourism in Africa. Due to this, Hotel Verde has won the following awards: • Enviropaedia Ecologic Award for water conservation • Eskom Energy Efficient Forum Award for Commercial Buildings • Internorga Company Trendsetter Award
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The Sustainability Institute, with great honor, brings to you the Enkanini Research Centre, built with recycled materials and local builders. The structure, not only stands as a ‘living’ example of modern ecological design methods, but it also stands as an example for local residents to see what they are able to do with limited resources. Acknowledgement: Funding provided by the National Research Foundation.
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Biodynamic practices We manage almost 300 hectares under biodynamic agricultural practices. Biodynamic techniques recognise that plant life is closely bound up with the life of the soil. The healthier the soil, the more vitality goes into our crops, which in turn brings health to those who eat it. In addition, we acknowledge that a plant’s growth is also affected by planetary influences like the waxing and waning of the moon. Therefore, where possible, we work with and harness these forces of nature to the benefit of the food.
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Abstracts Life Cycle Assessments of Energy Recovery from the Organic Fraction: Bio-Methane or BioHydrogen, for Vehicle Fuel or for Electricity? PC Masilela | H von Blottnitz
Guidance on the Regulatory Framework to Facilitate the Implementation of Alternative Waste Treatment Technologies S Kissoon | T Sango | G Munganga | L Basson The implementation of alternative waste treatment technologies triggers a large number of complex legislative and regulatory requirements. The apparent lack of understanding of the regulatory framework has been suggested to be a barrier to the efficient implementation of alternative waste treatment technologies in South Africa. The Western Cape Government Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DED&T) initiated a project to assist municipalities with decision making for integrated waste management and to unlock the waste economy in the Western Cape. One of the expected outcomes of this project is to enable a more efficient process for the implementation of alternative waste treatment technologies. This paper presents that approach used to provide an overview of the policy and regulatory framework within the waste sector with particular reference to alternative waste treatment technologies. It presents the key elements of the review, as well how the review is being made accessible to municipal waste management and project managers.
K Anderson | S Bushnell | J Perry | R Janse van Rensburg | U VĂśtt The paper aims to communicate the issues associated with the sustainable management of electrical and electronic waste (e-waste) in South Africa and the solution that the IT Association of South Africa Producer Environmental Group (ITA PEG) and the e-Waste Association of South Africa (eWASA) have proposed. Following the introduction to e-waste, the paper will cover what needs to be done to tackle the ever increasing amount of e-waste generated and explores the three core conference focal areas of Value, Grow and Sustain in relation to the plan of ITA PEG and e-WASA including the dependencies and requirements thereof. Value is addressed in a material and socio-economic sense, growth is addressed in a labour market and material supply chain sense while the need to sustain an effective e-waste system is addressed in terms of the financial, governance and environmental sustainability requirements necessary for an effective and sustainable e-waste solution.
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The recovery of clean energy in the form of methane-containing biogas is starting to receive tremendous attention in South Africa. However, it is unclear whether the transition from standard bio-methane production to waste-based bio-hydrogen production would improve or worsen the environmental and energetic performance as quantified by Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). The results of this study show that the use of bio-methane application in combined heat and power systems provide the most significant environmental benefits estimated at 20%, whereas natural gas stands at 36%. In the case of bio-hydrogen application in fuel cell systems for electricity generation, it appears that that bio-hydrogen has the worst performance which stands at 39%. In case of vehicle operations, application of biomethane commands the worst environmental impact which stands at 49%, when compared to 27% for bio-hydrogen for application in fuel cell vehicles (FCV) and 46% is estimated for natural gas application.
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E-Waste: Job Creation Potential in the Automotive Sector RC Ecroignard | KA Anderson Electrical and electronic waste (e-waste) is currently the fastest growing waste stream (in tonnes) world-wide, estimated to be in the region of 4-6% per annum. E-waste is often hazardous, complex and costly to treat in an environmentally sound manner. Furthermore, there exists a lack of legislation or enforcement regarding the recycling of e-waste. The combination of the complexity of the material and lack of enforcement of safe disposal, results in a current imbalance between the number of tonnes of e-waste generated and the significantly lower number recycled annually. Waste in general, and e-waste specifically, are recognized as a potential source for job creation in the green economy. In South Africa, the IDC estimated 34 workers for every 1 100 tonnes of e-waste collected (2011). The paper corroborates these numbers, since on average e-waste management companies surveyed collect 2 451 tonnes of e-waste per annum and employ 48 workers, of which 20 (41%) work with the e-waste every day, the remaining workers work on the admin side of these businesses or work with other recyclables every day. Besides the environmental challenges to South Africa in the short and long term, e-waste is of particular concern in terms of decent work deficits, particularly in the informal economy. On a daily basis, thousands of waste pickers are handling
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e-waste as we speak, mostly concealed and away from the public eye in precarious working conditions. The aper explores the potential for job creation by analysing systemically the set-up of e-waste in South Africa with a focus on enterprise development (and upgrading of existing informal jobs). The potential to establish a pilot e-waste collection system set-up in KZN could be used to test the practicality of job creation in e-waste, specifically working with the automotive and large white goods sectors.
The Impacts of Regulation on Business in the Waste Sector: Evidence from the Western Cape SHH Oelofse | C Mouton
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The waste sector has been identified as a sector which can contribute towards South Africa’s economic growth and the creation of green jobs. Policies and regulations are often identified as a potential limiting factor for growth in the waste sector. In this regard, the Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism commissioned a project to do a regulatory impact assessment for the waste economy in the Western Cape. The findings of this research suggest that a number of the legislative barriers identified by businesses entering the waste economy are perceived rather than actual barriers. It is not the law or regulation that is causing the barrier, but the interpretation and application of the law by the different players. Nevertheless, from the perspective of small businesses in particular, there are very real challenges that need to be addressed. Growing the waste economy requires navigating a host of environmental and financial laws and regulations, and compliance with the various requirements is hampering the sustainability and growth of small businesses, especially, in the waste sector.
The Case Study of an e-Waste Service Provider Alliance –How to Grow a Responsible e-Waste Collection and Treatment Service for Southern Africa SY Karcher Since it original inception in 2007 this NPO based alliance (from here on referred to as “the alliance”) of various service providers has undergone a series of name changes in order to accommodate members from neighbouring SADC region states. The two name changes within the last seven years were deemed to be necessary by its members in order to highlight the rapidly changing core business and growing operational areas of the NPO members. What started as a very localised and rather lose association of a handful of refurbishers and recyclers who sought to work together in order to stay competitive against larger more established recyclers, rapidly transformed in a
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growingly representative network of South African recyclers, refurbishers and a supportive key OEM manufacturer and supplier of ICT equipment for Africa, W2Art entrepreneurs, communication experts and academics. After a Namibian logistics company joined the e-waste network in 2011 the basic foundation was laid for the members of the NPO to assist Namibia with establishing its own first fully government licenced e-waste collection solution by sharing local experiences including the identification of local buyers for such items. When South Africa’s largest ewaste recycler applied for membership in 2012, the initially rather informal and vaguely expressed aim of “lending each other a helping hand where possible” grew into the full equivalent of a resilient and socially just e-waste business cooperative where (metaphorically speaking) “the Big Fish and the many small fishes learnt to live and share together in a symbiotic co-nurturing system”. This unique vision developed further into the commitment to grow an environmentally and socially responsible solution for e-waste in Southern Africa” with the aid of a unique and clearly defined “Code of Conduct” (COC) binding alliance members to voluntary minimum required technical and operational standards. The COC together with the Constitution are the tenets of the framework that communicates to Southern African stakeholders in the public and private sector on how the e-waste network wishes to operate. For the present and future members of the NPO the COC clearly stipulates minimum MANDATORY operational and technical standards for any e-waste related activity (from collection, and transport, to storage and treatment) and in accordance to norms that are based where possible and feasible on international examples i.e.: (WEEELABEX), but also considers and takes into account the unique socio-economic challenges typical for Southern African countries. With the Code of Conduct being an industry “voluntary commitment” to minimum standards in the absence of a yet to be adopted and Government approved Industry Waste Management Plan (as was jointly developed and formulated by eWASA and ITA-PEG) or other industry EPR principle driven collection schemes, the members of the allied NPO have jointly created both business to business and public collection and treatment service solutions of the highest standards. Recent key achievements of alliance members include the development of work opportunities for disabled women in the cartridge refurbishment sector, the expansion of ICT refurbishment services from Cape Town to Johannesburg, the shortlisting of the NPO for the SEED 2104 Sustainability award, membership extension to Lesotho and planned (at the time of paper submission) is also a research partnership project with a Finnish donor agency to retrieve e-waste (by creating jobs) from mines and other key e-waste generators in the Northern Province. This paper will provide a comprehensive summary on the key elements the NPO is made of and the activities and trends alliance members have experienced since WasteCon 2012. It will clearly demonstrate the unique organic growth of Southern African e-waste industry based services with
regards to guaranteed quality standards and the rapidly growing operational scope the alliance has experienced as an organisation and through its growing number of individual members.
Impact of Informal Private Sector in Integrated Solid Waste Management (ISWM) in Ibadan, Nigeria – A Developing Country HL Adewale
Protection of Groundwater Beneath Waste Containment Facilities: Possible Solution to the Diffusion of Volatile Organic Compounds Through Composite Landfill Liners RA Pienaar | W Fourie Diffusion of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in landfilled wastes can lead to contamination of groundwater underneath waste containment facilities. Diffusion takes place through the intact and installed composite liner system. Diffusion is exaggerated by a rise in temperature as is typical at the bottom of a landfill. The geomembrane (normally HDPE) in the composite liner system is believed to be the primary barrier to contaminant transport but it has been shown in many studies that VOCs diffuse through intact geomembranes at appreciable rates depending on various factors. This study aims to use the leakage detection system in a composite liner to extract air through the system which will remove VOCs from the collection system preventing them from contaminating the groundwater, and at the same time cooling the composite lining system as a whole. Field tests and laboratory tests were performed on the diffusion of BTEX and chloroform through HDPE geomembranes.
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Solid waste management has to do with handling of solid refuse from their sources of generation and also one of the sources and causes of environmental pollution through storage, collection, transportation, recovery and treatment processes to disposal. Using this analysis and factor analytic approach, this independent study established that the relationships among significant assessment variables such as residential area type, employment status, monthly income, and size of waste generated and disposed are high, which indicate strong and positive relationships. The independent study also identified some underlying factors that influence the generation and disposal of house hold solid waste in Ibadan areas. Based on these, the study recommends for an effective, sustainable and proper household solid waste management in Nigerian urban areas, an integrated solid waste management system. This paper therefore, summarizes all important role of the informal private sector in Integrated solid waste management(ISWM) stream vis-à-vis waste collection, transportation, Recovery, recycling, job creation and poverty alleviation and reduction in line with Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) of sustainable development of the environment and reduce to half the world poverty level by year 2015.
companies (less than five years) contributed a minimum of R188 million into the economy in 2012. This new understanding of the South African waste sector creates the opportunity for dialogue between the public and private sectors, identifies opportunities for investment in alternatives to landfilling, and creates a baseline for further investment in waste research, development and innovation.
Understanding the South African Waste Sector: The Economic and Employment Opportunities it Provides L Godfrey | W Strydom | A Muswema | S Oelofse H Roman | M Mange The results of the South African Waste Sector Survey (for 2012) show that the formal waste sector employs a minimum of 29,833 people. The majority of these employees are situated within large enterprises (77.5% of private waste sector employees) and metropolitan municipalities (64.9% of public sector employees). The minimum financial value of the formal waste sector (public and private) is R15.3 billion, or 0.51% of GDP. The majority of this revenue is situated within large enterprises (88.0% of private sector revenue) and metropolitan municipalities (80.4% of public sector revenue). An estimated 62.0% of the total revenue generated from waste activities, was done so by companies which had been in the industry for more than 25 years. Young waste
Towards a Sustainable Incremental Waste Management System in Enkanini Informal Settlement V von der Heyde | S Haider | R van der Merwe | M Mollatt Waste management and food security are not mutually exclusive entities. Globally, 1.3 billion tonnes of food is wasted per year. Worldwide, informal settlements are proliferating but how to deal with them has formed part of international political and societal discourse for decades. This study combined issues of waste management, in particular of food waste, and in situ incremental upgrading of informal settlements through a trans disciplinary case study. The research focussed on upgrading the food waste management system in Enkanini, an informal settlement in Stellenbosch. The alternative food waste treatment method piloted in this study in partnership with Stellenbosch Municipality, Stellenbosch University and ProBiokashi (Pty) Ltd was
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Bokashi. Bokashi was used to treat food waste with microorganisms. It was then processed further through composting and by black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae. The outcomes were assessed according to the environmental and social sustainability and a positive impact was indicated in both categories.
Geotechnical Application for Expanded Polystyrene Waste AL Donald | D Kalumba
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Expanded polystyrene (EPS) packaging consumes landfill space when discarded. Reusing this waste product would relieve landfill pressures and provide geotechnical benefits. Previous studies of waste materials for soil reinforcement highlighted the potential for EPS waste to be used similarly. EPS beads of varying diameters and concentrations were tested for their influence on friction angles and dry density of sandy soils. Results showed decreases in the friction angle under heavier loads with larger beads at higher concentrations. Lower concentrations of smaller beads affected soil strength minimally, allowing them to possibly be used in foundations. The inversely proportional ratio of weight to volume of EPS bulked up soils without increasing mass. The lower dry density of the composite made it viable for backfill soils. Should waste EPS be employed in fill and foundation soils; the amount of polystyrene destined to landfills would be reduced, alleviating the environmental burden of this type of plastic.
The Evolution of the Regulatory Function of Waste Management Facilities within the Western Cape by the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning LDC Mcbain-Charles | EP Hanekom | GM Arendse The promulgation of the National Environmental Management Waste Act, 2008 (Act No. 59 of 2008) (NEM:WA) assigned the waste management licensing function of general waste management facilities to the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning (DEA&DP). In preparation for the transfer of licensing function under the Environment Conservation Act 1989 (Act No. 73 of 1989), DEA&DP commissioned audits of 240 facilities to determine the state of compliance and management with regard to the Minimum Requirements and the permit conditions. Audits conducted in 2007 revealed many shortcomings, such as limited technical capacity and knowledge, waste planning, management and a lack of funding to manage the facilities at the municipal level. DEA decided to address the waste licensing function within NEM:WA. The DEA&DP used this period prior to
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promulgation of the NEM:WA to prepare for the licensing function, as various service delivery requirements by municipalities needed to be assessed and addressed.
Beyond the Well – The Landfill Gas to Electricity CDM L Moodley | J Parkin | M Wright | B Bailey | D Sobey The Durban Landfill Gas to Electricity Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) project has been Africa’s first Landfill CDM Project. It has contributed to the Metro’s electricity supply and received revenue from methane (CH4) destruction in the form of Certified Emission Reductions (CER’s) and electricity sales. Preliminary findings from research undertaken by the Department of Cleansing and Solid Waste, (DSW), favoured the installation of horizontal gas extraction wells (HGW) due to simpler construction, relatively lower costs, compatibility with landfill operations and access to the landfill gas (LFG) soon after waste placement as opposed to vertical gas extraction wells (VGW), (Moodley et al, 2010). This paper is a continuation of the research on LFG extraction improvement and optimisation with particular focus on evaluating the life expectancy of typical LFG extraction wells through the experience gained in the management of the gas field. Innovation design aspects and upgrades are discussed to demonstrate the extraction enhancement as well as practical construction challenges. The projects overall improvements are also discussed relative to cost benefits in terms of reduced engine/extraction system maintenance. In addition, the current poor performance of the CDM market has necessitated DSW to investigate alternative opportunities in utilising LFG as a resource and future developments are highlighted.
Diverting Household Waste from Landfill: Best-Practice Separation-at-Source Recycling Amongst Some Western Cape Municipalities HR Tyrell Municipalities are under pressure from recently enacted legislation including the NEMWA (National Environmental Management Waste Act) and National Domestic Waste Collection Standards to provide recycling services to residents. However, designing and implementing successful source-separation recycling programmes is a relatively new and complex operation. This presentation reports on the results of a qualitative research survey into source-separation practices amongst ten municipalities in the Western Cape which are diverting various recyclates including plastics away from landfill. The research has been sponsored by PlasticsSA under their ‘Zero Plastic Waste to Landfill’ vision.
The purpose is to highlight best-practices and lessons learnt with a view to helping expand efficient source-separated diversion of recyclable materials by municipalities in the Western Cape, and South Africa.
Developing the Waste Economy in the Western Cape: Industry Status Quo and Challenges G Munganga | S Mali-Bolo | T Sango | S Kissoon | K Barnes | L Basson
Banning the Plastic Shopping Bag in South Africa – An Idea Whose Time Has Home
Solid Waste Management in Harare, Engineering and Managing Facilities Progress Challenges and Opportunities
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The landscape of solid waste management in South Africa has changed significantly since the introduction of the National Environmental Management: Waste Act No. 32 of 2008 (NEM:WA). Interventions that prioritise waste avoidance, reuse, reduction and recycling as opposed to landfilling are now required. Within the waste economy in South Africa, the recycling industry is well established, having existed for over two decades. There is potential however, to recover more materials before disposal to landfill since 90.1% of the waste is still currently landfilled in South Africa. This paper presents a broad overview of the waste economy landscape in the Western Cape and discusses the challenges faced by various players in the waste industry, based on semi-formal interviews held by the waste sector desk within GreenCape Sector Development Agency and two studies conducted by the Western Cape Government during the last financial year. These studies were (i) the Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) of the waste economy conducted by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR); and (ii) Green Investment Mapping conducted by L2i Consulting. These respectively (i) identified main barriers faced by the private sector related to the regulatory framework i.e. costs to business, and (ii) mapped the value of, and players in the waste economy in the province.
ease the waste load? Consciously and doggedly refusing the plastic shopping bag can serve as a powerful catalyst to creating general environmental alertness within individuals. The added benefit of personal empowerment could serve to galvanize people into effective action to further aid our planet. Banning the Two Oceans Aquarium staff from bringing plastic shopping bags into the workplace since April 2011 was a seemingly bold move on behalf of the Aquarium’s Director, Dr Patrick Garratt. The outright ban was, at first, a shock to some people yet ongoing efforts by all have certainly paid off and it has become a way of life in the Aquarium. This presentation aims to show how the non-essential plastic shopping bag is killing this world and to suggest solutions to Rethink the Bag.
DE Rinke | RJ Ettrick | Z Dube | RK Machaka | S Bere The presentation looks at the current challenges of Solid Waste Management in Harare where lack of investment in infrastructure and engineering of facilities has left the city with a deficit of resources. The problems are being addressed in a reactive manner with a major difficulty in appreciating the magnitude of the challenge ahead. As the population grows and economy develops, so does the deficit. The paper examines the existing legislation in Zimbabwe for landfill design and reports on the proposal for development of national guidelines focusing on a risk management approach. It also addresses existing and proposed facilities for solid waste in Harare and how these perform in the context of the engineering, environmental, legal and management domains.
H McLellan What will it eventually take for humans to realise that the way we have been living in relationship to our natural environment is not working and needs to change? Our reliance on the ‘convenient’ plastic shopping bag has taken its toll on our natural world and only because we have been negligent and excessive in its use. It’s past time we cultivated a culture of accountability because much of what we have repeatedly been doing has not produced desired results, and that is pure insanity. How much more do we presume the earth will bear with all of the burdens we place on it? What if there was one achievable action that anyone and everyone could take to
The Identification and Risk Evaluation of the Historic Landfills in the City of Cape Town JC Naude | SJ Davids | A Lindgren During the time of the Cape Metropolitan Council (CMC) from 1997 to 2000, various historic landfills were already identified. The City of Cape Town, a new unicity, was formed in 2000 which comprises the CMC and 6 Metropolitan Councils. A number of additional historic landfills were located within their footprints. During 2010, the City initiated a project to trace, investigate, evaluate and rate the possible environmental risk posed
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by the historic sites. The top 10 priority sites were internally earmarked for rehabilitation. The City is a partner in a project with the Department of Environment Affairs (DEA), administered by the Western Cape Department of Environment and Development Planning (DEA&DP), to Licence to Closure an additional 11 historic sites previously identified. This paper deals with the initial findings and the priority rating for the rehabilitation of historic facilities and focus on two case studies, namely the Waterkloof Historic landfill near Somerset West as well as the Atlantis Historic Landfill near Atlantis.
The site is located north of Durban central area, nearby the Umgeni River, just south of Umgeni Road and just east of the N2 national road. DSW operates a central landfill site called Bisasar Road Landfill Site. This site is nearing closure, after which waste collection vehicles will be required to travel further. Such a distance of travel financially warrants the provision of a waste transfer station, to reduce transport costs. This is the primary consideration for today, but cannot be the argument for “tomorrow”.DSW does currently operate other transfer stations in varying forms and sizes (capacities).
Household Recycling Incentives – Do They Work? SJ Widdowson | A Maunder | AD Read
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An incentive scheme aims to motivate people to recycle and reuse their waste by rewarding these actions with either a community or individual reward. The UK Government launched its Recycling Rewards and Recognitions fund in 2011, with up to £2 million available to support local authorities between 2011/12 and 2013/14. This reignited the incentives debate in the UK, which dates back to 2005, when Defra introduced their Household Incentives Pilot Scheme. This paper will look at the history of carrot and stick approaches to driving recycling improvements in the UK. A number of the 31 schemes funded to date will be analysed to consider the impacts of the incentive scheme and question the cost-effectiveness of this approach to enhancing local recycling performance. Initial findings suggest they work in areas with an already engaged public, but have struggled more in areas with more transient populations, lower incomes and more high-rise accommodation.
Value-Add: Modern-Day Transfer of Waste: Necessary Evil (Electron Road Transfer Facility, Durban) R Emery | J Parkin | M Wright The purpose of this paper is to highlight the unique considerations and elements in establishing such a Facility as the Electron Road Transfer Station – such a design and construction of such a Facility is a necessary evil in our modern society, as costs to handle, manage and transport waste are rapidly increasing. The establishment of such a facility need not be a short term measure nor a medium term measure but rather a long term intervention, adaptable to changes in society and the way waste is to be managed today and in time to come. In December 2010, DSW commissioned Jeffares & Green (Pty) Ltd to undertake the civil, structural, mechanical and electrical design and implementation of the proposed Electron Road Transfer Station (waste management facility).
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A Practical Approach to Address the Lack of Municipal Waste Management Quantification Systems at Municipal Waste Management Facilities in the Western Cape C Dryden | AG Hoon | E Hanekom | GM Arendse The National Waste Information Regulations came into effect on 1 January 2013 and requires municipalities to report on their waste generated, recovered, treated and disposed. Currently, only 7 out of 193 waste management facilities have weighbridges and most waste management facilities don’t have continuous nor consistent record keeping. Municipalities are thus unable to plan properly for future waste management needs and landfill airspace in the Western Cape, is scarce. The Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning (DEADP) developed a Microsoft Excel-based Waste Calculator, to assist municipalities to record waste volumes. Most municipalities don’t have gate controllers on site. Some gate controllers are not knowledgeable and waste volumes can thus result in data duplication and data inaccuracies, etc. This paper evaluates the consultative approach taken by DEADP to enable municipalities to collate accurate and reliable waste data to inform decision making at all 3 spheres of government.
The Western Cape Industrial Symbiosis Programme (WISP): An Innovative Approach to Resource Efficiency and Waste Minimisation for South African Businesses S O’Carroll | J Wallace | C Pineo | L Basson | J Woodcock | R Daniel | C Mouton Industrial symbiosis is a resource efficiency approach where unused or residual resources (materials, assets, logistics and expertise) of one company are used by another in a manner that is beneficial to both parties involved. Industrial symbiosis was identified as an opportunity by the Western Cape Government, which led to the initiation of a pilot facilitated industrial symbiosis programme: the Western Cape Industrial Symbiosis Programme (WISP). The programme is delivered by GreenCape, the Sector Development Agency
for the Green Economy, with the support of International Synergies Limited. Since its inception in 2013, WISP has developed a diverse network of businesses and underutilised resources. This paper discusses the positive impact that the programme has had on businesses in the Western Cape, providing both environmental and economic benefits. Furthermore, this paper examines how WISP has contributed towards innovative waste management practices by creating new pathways for waste resources as well as creating the foundation for a national industrial symbiosis programme in South Africa.
Sustainable Landfills – Can These Be Achieved? P Novella SFIWMSA
Towards Sustainable Biogas Management – How Does South Africa Compare? MA Ladouce | A De Bruyn | F Waggie Reliable, accurate and practical protocols for monitoring of biogas at landfill sites in South Africa is a significant component of due diligence for local authorities. Some progress has been made to formulate legislation governing air emissions to enable measurable assessment of pollution parameters relating to various industries and activities. Within the waste management context, the environmental specific legislation viz National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act (39 of 2004) (NEM:AQA) as well as National Environmental Management: Waste Act (59 of 2008) (NEM:WA) provide the regulatory reform for air quality through reasonable measures for prevention of pollution,
Advanced Integrated Solid Waste Management within South Africa – A Case Study
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What does it mean when one refers to a sustainable landfill? We know that landfills when selected must be properly sited, engineered and operated in accordance with legislation and prevailing regulations. Landfill is an accepted methodology for waste disposal in South Africa. The regulations that have governed landfill disposal have changed dramatically since 1989 when the Environmental Conservation Act was promulgated and 1994 when the first Minimum Requirements were published. Sustainable landfills are regarded as landfills where the use air space, biological processes are optimised and the detection of impacts on the environment are negligible. In addition, the use of by-products and emissions in a beneficial manner must be promoted. Leachate recirculation and treatment along with biogas harvesting and use as well as landfill mining are all processes that can be used to enhance landfill sustainability. The paper covers various aspects of landfill sustainability and concludes that this is achievable as long as there is a proper understanding of the processes involved.
ecological degradation and securing ecological sustainable development. The development of norms and standards as well as regulatory measures assist with ensuring minimising harmful effects on human health and the environment as well as improving monitoring and assessment of air quality pollutants and thus reducing the impact on the receptors. In addition , South Africa set monitoring guidelines with the publishing of the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry (DWAF) published “Minimum Requirements for Waste Disposal by Landfill during 1998. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and EU Clean Air for Europe Directive) are international regulatory guidelines that assist in realising improved and sustainable measurement and control of air quality. The paper provides a comparative assessment of the international landfill gas management processes versus the South African approach and determines where improvements can be realised.
S Gower-Jackson | A Whiteman | E Schwehn The South African Government, in partnership with the German Ministry, embarked upon the implementation of an Advanced Integrated Solid Waste Management (AISWM) Programme for the Republic of South Africa. The German Government Financial Cooperation Support Programme through KfW Bankengruppe, set out to prepare projects in pilot municipalities and disseminate knowledge and experience on Advanced Waste Treatment (AWT) and the practical application in the context of South African municipalities. As such, AISWM is considered as the coherent and sustainable application of approaches and solutions that have the effect of reducing the amount of waste that needs to be landfilled. The Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) coordinates the programme at the national level, with Rustenburg Local Municipality (RLM) and uMgungundlovu District Municipality (UMDM) partnering at a local level. Each of the partner municipalities receives tailored consultancy support for the preparation of AISWM projects that may be integrated into, and sustainable within, their local situation.
Why is Municipal Waste Management Reform so difficult? An Analysis of Dynamic and Social Complexities B Coetzee | H von Blottnitz | R Hamann In this paper, we reflect on the experiences and challenges of a waste management planner in Cape Town between 2005 and 2013 through the lenses of systems dynamics and of
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stakeholder complexity. Since the new Waste Act was promulgated in 2008, a South African municipality has a responsibility over and above its basic service mandate to become a key enabler in the development of a waste-based economy. The transformation from a classic end-of-pipe waste disposal system to an integrated waste management system aimed at extracting economic value from waste is complex. Stakeholders, responsibilities, multiple systems and dependencies, funding and complex legislation that govern municipalities, supply chain and procurement, and energy matters frame the system dynamics and complexity. The identification and use of system leverage points could create the necessary momentum. Paradigm shifts that create stakeholder collaboration, however, may be the key to solving the current impasse towards implementing projects.
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State of The Art Methods in Measurement of Volatile Organic Compounds and Odorous Gases at Landfill Sites SK Kalule Environmental authorities, and landfill operators are faced with a challenge of selection of the appropriate sampling methods and measurement techniques to measure the volatile organic compound and odorous compounds at landfill sites. The fundamental principles of the choice of appropriate sampling and measurement methods are governed by a number of factors including method and instrumental sensitivity; range and applicability of the method for monitoring all target compounds; methodology performance and reliability; the detection limits of the chosen instrumentation and analytical method; ease of set-up and operation; availability and turnaround time of accredited laboratories to perform the analysis and most importantly the cost effectiveness of the method. Recent research and development has brought to the fore a number of new and emerging techniques which are trending as the state of the art in monitoring, measurement and reporting of landfill gas emissions and odors. Nevertheless many will argue that in face of ever increasing economic constraints for managing municipal waste disposal facilities, cost effectiveness, and reproducibility and reliability are the most critical factors.
The development of Industry Waste Management Plans within the Consumer-Formulated Chemicals Sector: An Overview of practical experiences in the Western Cape, South Africa X Mazana | DL Gilbert | AG Hoon | E Hanekom GM Arendse Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) was identified as one of seven priority hazardous waste streams requiring
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intervention in the Western Cape Provincial Hazardous Waste Management Plan drafted in 2006. In order to drive HHW management in the Western Cape the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning (DEADP), hereafter referred to as “the Department”, conducted a Status Quo of waste management in the ConsumerFormulated Chemicals Sector (CFCS) and drafted a generic Integrated Waste Management Planning Guideline in 2007 to assist industry with waste management planning. The six sub-sectors within the CFCS, namely Paint, Ink, Adhesive, Cosmetic, Pharmaceutical and Cleaning Chemical manufacturers, were selected as a result of the health and environmental impacts associated with the disposal of their products from households as part of the general waste stream. Assistance and technical advice were provided to these six subsectors in the following years through workshops, facility audits and the drafting of Industry Waste Management Plans (Industry WMPs). The initial engagement with the CFCS was focused on compliance promotion and the voluntary preparation of Industry WMPs. This approach did not succeed in bringing many industries on board to draft and submit voluntary plans and the Department therefore decided to adopt a more stringent approach. In 2013 the Member of the Executive Council (MEC) for Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning gazetted a notice in the Government Gazette, in terms of Part 7 of the National Environmental Management: Waste Act (NEM: WA), Act No. 59 of 2008, requesting manufacturing companies within the six subsectors who generate on average more than 20kg of hazardous waste per day, to prepare and submit Industry WMPs for approval by the department.
Keep Our Planet Clean: Morsjors, Litter Bug Illegal Dumping and Littering – Team Up To Clean Up C Venter | R Ludick In the world we live in it is not difficult to open up a newspaper or listen to the evening news these days without hearing about retreating glaciers, shrinking Arctic ice, and increasing devastation and natural disasters. Environmental issues such as ecological damage caused by pollution are real and do affect the way humans live in the present and future, and the toll that will take on the future generation. Our environment needs rescue from pollution. Joburg’s transformation into a world-class African city begins with presenting a clean and hygienic environment to all city residents and visitors. In this regard Pikitup Johannesburg has a crucial role to play. Combating illegal dumping and littering is a key priority for the City of Johannesburg: “A World Class African City”
Health Care Without Harm – A Case for the Recovery and Recycling of PVC Waste from the Health Care Environment
the regulatory framework i.e. costs to business, and (ii) mapped the value of, and players in the waste economy in the province.
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In the past two decades there has been a greater focus on ensuring that waste materials are managed properly in order to protect public health and the environment. Health care facilities have different waste requirements than other types of businesses and the question remains: “Can health care facilities also go green?” The use of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) in medical devices has proved indispensable in reducing the risk of life-threatening and health care-acquired infections. As a result, today almost 30 per cent of all plastic-based disposable medical devices are made from PVC which is highly recyclable. A large number of case studies and research projects have been conducted regarding the separation of recyclables from general and health care risk waste with the purpose of reducing both waste management costs and the impact of the health care facility on the environment. The Southern African Vinyls Association (SAVA) is in the process of establishing such a pilot project whereby PVC medical waste will be diverted from landfill contributing to the vision of “Zero Plastics to Landfill”.
The Use of Waste within Steep Walls with the Support of Geogrids and Geomembranes
Developing the Waste Economy in the Western Cape: Industry Status Quo and Challenges
Waste Characterisation and Recycling Potential in Stellenbosch
The landscape of solid waste management in South Africa has changed significantly since the introduction of the National Environmental Management: Waste Act No. 32 of 2008 (NEM:WA). Interventions that prioritise waste avoidance, reuse, reduction and recycling as opposed to landfilling are now required. Within the waste economy in South Africa, the recycling industry is well established, having existed for over two decades. There is potential however, to recover more materials before disposal to landfill since 90.1% of the waste is still currently landfilled in South Africa. This paper presents a broad overview of the waste economy landscape in the Western Cape and discusses the challenges faced by various players in the waste industry, based on semi-formal interviews held by the waste sector desk within GreenCape Sector Development Agency and two studies conducted by the Western Cape Government during the last financial year. These studies were (i) the Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) of the waste economy conducted by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR); and (ii) Green Investment Mapping conducted by L2i Consulting. These respectively (i) identified main barriers faced by the private sector related to
In the town of Lennestadt, Germany, the development of an industrial park on a previously unused area required the construction of a major road and is presented in this case history with respect of current measurements afterwards (Schmidt et al., 2014). In the course of the construction of this approx. 400 m long section spanning a height difference of 28 m, a 115 m-long, 25 m-high retaining wall with a slope-fill volume of approximately 20,000 m³ was constructed near a concrete girder bridge. Besides the height of 25 m and the slope angle of 65°, the use of road-demolition waste containing coal-tar treated with a binder as a fill material in the geosynthetic-reinforced retaining wall is a characteristic of this project. In order to fulfil the requirements of the water regulatory authorities, the fill materials were enclosed in a geomembrane “wrapping”.
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G Munganga | S Mali-Bolo | T Sango | S Kissoon K Barnes | L Basson
L Vollmert | S Westhus
CM Cronjé | R du Plessis | K Mearns Stellenbosch is experiencing a waste crisis as the Devon Valley Landfill Site servicing this area has reached capacity. A new landfill site has been established adjacent to the existing landfill but the compositions and quantities of waste generated in town are unknown so the life expectancy of the new landfill cannot be determined. This investigation undertook a waste characterisation and determined the recycling potential in Stellenbosch. It was determined that 13 831 kg of recyclable waste can be extracted from the waste stream per week instead of being sent to landfill amounting to 719 212 kg per year. Presently 75% of all paper and dense plastics are recycled, 50% of plastic film and glass and 25% of all metal products and the rest sent to landfill. If these recyclables are removed from the waste stream the life expectancy of the newly built landfill site will be extended and the utilisation of recyclables will contribute toward saving of natural resources.
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The Hammarsdale Waste Beneficiation Centre in KZN: A Public/Private Partnership in Creating Green Economic Development Hubs for the Recycling Industry
Improve Your business by Generating Money from Waste
CR Whyte
Energy is currently the second biggest cost factor in the recycled paper production with the highest lever for cost improvement. Energy generation from sorting and process rejects, provides a considerable substitution and saving of fossil fuel as well as a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and a significant reduction of landfill costs. Decentralized treatment units, which combust local waste streams and which cover local heat demands, provide high overall plant efficiencies, short investment payback rates and represent an environmentally sustainable solution with high public acceptance. “Reject to Power” technology presents an optimized solution for waste fuels in the range of 5 to 30 MWth. The innovative principle of fuel injection via spinning wheels allows high flexibilities regarding fuel compositions and heating values. The combustion concept results in low grate temperatures, low emission values and excellent burn out rates. The 22 MWth Energy Recovery Boiler at SAICA Partington generates 30 t/h steam.
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One of the flagship projects currently being developed by USE-IT with R30 million funding from the Green Fund is the Hammarsdale Waste Beneficiation Centre (WBC). The concept of this project is to develop a completely green industrial centre for processing waste. Public sector funding is leveraged to create a green hub attracting private sector investment and operational capacity. The concept is to build the entire facility as green as possible and the main structures will be built with environmentally-friendly materials and recycled products. The primary focus for the site is to address plastics, e-waste and glass recycling and assist in the city of Durban’s source-separation programme. USE-IT is building a training centre and an incubation centre that will be used to house community-based waste upcycling and recycling projects whose products will be distributed through the site’s showroom and shop. The Hammarsdale WBC is a first-of-its-kind showcase to illustrate how public/private partnerships can unlock green economic development.
K Merzeder | C Brandstetter | C Group
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Inversely Unstable – The Lining of Steep Landfill Slopes in South Africa
Temperature Concerns around the Landfilling of Coal Ash Waste – Literature Review Versus a Thermal Investigation On-site
AS Dookhi
L Wallace
In South Africa and indeed globally, there is, and will be for the foreseeable future, a need for landfills for the final disposal of waste. Suitable sites for these landfills have become scarce, and as a result, even though they are more costly to engineer, sites with slopes greater than 1 in 4 are becoming more commercially viable. The design of lining systems for steep slopes however, poses significant technical challenges. This paper discusses and presents the results of an investigation to determine the performance and stability of a Class B landfill lining system on various slope angles. The Class B landfill lining system was assessed in terms of the prescribed mineral layers, geosynthetic materials and alternatives of equivalent performance. The factors of safety for stability on slopes of 1:4, 1:3, 1:2 and 1:1 using 2-D limit equilibrium analyses were calculated. The results of the various factors of safety are presented, showing a distinct exponential relationship.
This paper presents the results of on-site geotechnical and thermal investigations carried out at a dry ash waste landfill in South Africa. These data are compared against a literature review with the purpose of commenting on the geotechnical parameters and generation of heat within the ash waste pile. The geotechnical variables obtained through the investigation have given good insight into the geotechnical characteristics of the CCP waste at the site under consideration. The temperature monitoring program undertaken at the specific ash disposal facility has shown that temperatures within the CCP waste do not exceed 43ºC These recorded temperatures are in line with the temperatures from facilities receiving general municipal solid waste and do not pose an additional threat when taking the thermal resistivity of the design into account. As such, no additional thermal protection of the geosynthetic basal lining system is recommended in the design of the case study that is under consideration.
The Use of Geosynthetics in Mining Works J Pries | S Westhus Heap leach facilities are some of the largest man-made fill structures in the world. The design and construction of heap leach facilities have to follow the existing regulations to protect the environment against the very harsh and hazardous conditions. A very important but also critical component in the design, construction and operation of heap leach facilities is the liner system. It has to be designed to guarantee a sufficient quality, in consideration with the long-term responsibility of the environment, as well as in consideration with enhancing solution recovery and therewith operational benefit. Due to the long-term responsibility of the environment the surrounding or climate/weather conditions in the area of a heap leach facility can lead to the requirement of a capping sealing system upon completion of the mining activities. This paper presents a summary of the common heap leach pad design using geosynthetic components.
Planning and Achieving Full Beneficiation of Waste Incorporating Waste-to-Energy in a large Metropolitan City: A Case Study LJ Strachan | R Green | R Jagath | N Sithole R le Roux The planning of successful waste management processes and associated transportation infrastructure, where the full beneficiation of waste as a resource is the principal objective, must adhere to the widely established waste management hierarchy. Omnipresent in South Africa are examples of stillborn waste-to-energy (WtE) projects in Metropolitan Cities which never proceeded owed to a failure to take complete cognisance of the full waste hierarchal requirements – prior to the consideration of energy recovery from waste. Furthermore, such projects have considered the procurement of WtE technology providers in the absence of a detailed waste management plan! Eskom and the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro (NMBM) are jointly committed to the development of renewable energy by employing waste-to-energy technologies, meeting targets on energy diversification and reducing carbon emissions. However, the NMBM aims to achieve this through an integrated waste beneficiation plan which is economically advantageous. This paper describes this approach as a case study.
J Msiza | J Shamrock Research has shown that prolonged exposure to temperatures above 60°C can accelerate the processes of stress cracking, oxidation and ultraviolet (UV) degradation which in turn can reduce the strength of geosynthetic materials. In South Africa the temperature in most regions can reach the upper 30’s which may result in the temperature on exposed, black geomembranes to be in excess of 60°C. In August 2013, the South African Regulator, the Department of Water Affairs, released new Norms & Standards for the design of waste disposal facilities. In the license review process to obtain design approval of waste management facilities, the service life, related to aging of geosynthetics, must be found to be sufficient compared to the ‘polluting life’ of the materials being contained by the barrier system. In this paper the effects of sun exposure on geomembranes using four case studies of geomembranes installed at sites in three different provinces, will be presented by comparing any available baseline properties of the liner to the properties after a period of exposure.
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What is UV Radiation Exposure Doing to Your Liner?
Rehabilitation of an Abandoned Opencast Mined Area: From an Opencast Pit to a Waste Disposal Facility – A Case Study A Venter | W Senne In 2000 the Rustenburg Local Municipality (RLM) acknowledged that their waste disposal site was rapidly running out of airspace and that an action-plan was to be put in place to explore the possibility of developing a new waste disposal facility for the fast growing local district. The requirement was that the site had to be spacious enough to cater not only for the rapidly developing city, at the time, but also to accommodate the future airspace needs of the rapidly developing platinum industry in the area. The disposal facility was developed keeping in mind the possibility of it becoming a regional waste disposal facility in the future that was to serve more than just the RLM, but also some of the surrounding other municipalities within the Bojanala Platinum District Municipality (BPDM). Historic discussions with one of the biggest platinum mining houses in the area to explore and investigate the possible use of an ideally situated abandoned open cast mine pit needing rehabilitation and in close proximity to the centre of the city was revived. Once the go-ahead was approved in 2001, RLM embarked on a tender process and appointed waste consultants to develop an Integrated Waste Management Strategy, which included the identification and development of a new “Regional” waste disposal facility for Rustenburg. Twelve candidate disposal sites were identified during the site selection process. Candidate sites identified were compared and evaluated in terms of their environmental, social and economic
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criteria. The Waterval Open Cast Site came out tops with the highest score and after much deliberation between all parties and other stakeholders the site was eventually earmarked for development. The suitability of the site was confirmed by the feasibility study conducted shortly thereafter and concluded in 2004. The total site area is approximately 120 hectares (disposal footprint 80 hectares) in size. The site is further surrounded by huge berms shielding it completely from the public eye. The mine and owner of the land in terms of their EMP is obliged to close and rehabilitate the open cast area. By developing it as a waste disposal facility to serve, not only the interest of the RLM but to provide long-term disposal capacity to the city on the one hand, but also favours the mine in that they do not have to spend huge capital costs for the closure and rehabilitation of the mining site. The arrangements between the Licence Holder, RLM, and the mine are secured in a long-term lease agreement. The Waste Management Licence was issued to RLM in 2012 after which the construction phase commenced. The site is currently under construction and is expected to be completed in July 2014 after which it will become operational.
in South Africa are operating illegally and without a license. The Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) undertook to begin the process of licencing the sites with a target that all would be licensed by 2013/2014. AECOM was appointment to undertake the licence application process for 50 unlicensed communal landfill sites in the Western Cape, in December 2013. 50 Basic Assessment reports had to be submitted before the end of March 2014. The sites were spread over a large area covering most of the Western Cape Province and logistical, weather, consultation and communication challenges were experienced. The final reports recommended rehabilitation methods to ensure that the sites operate or close in a manner that will minimise any negative impact on the surrounding environment.
Waste-to-Energy (WTE) technologies produce energy by processing solid, liquid and gaseous waste streams using either thermal, physical or biological methods. It was determined that in 2014 a waste quantity of approximately 8 212 496 t would be generated in the Western Cape (WC), with MSW (46.8%) being the largest contributor, and the City of Cape Town (CCT) generating more than 60% of the total waste. An accelerated green model determined possible fractional waste uses of 5%, 45%, 40% and 10%, attributed to landfilling, reuse/recycling, WTE and composting, respectively. Total net CO2 eq. emissions reduction of 13 472 164 t was calculated from the model, with the biggest contributor being Non-Recyclable MSW (34.9%). In conclusion, it was calculated that biological WTE technologies would be the most prevalent by 2040, with a share of 82% of the total net CO2 eq. emissions reduction, and the CCT would be the biggest role-player in enabling an accelerated WTE economy.
The Integrated Model of Waste Management for Ekurhuleni – Gauteng: Towards Zero Landfill A Fazio The project is based on two experiences as new strategies related to environmental protection, sustainability and economic growth: the first with the project “NETSAFRICA” realized in Wattville and Actonville – Ekurhuleni, where was made the first experiment of organized separate waste collection service, with the creation and formation of cooperatives of informal pickers; the second in Tembisa, with the project “Get Answers”, always with Oxfam Italia, Cispel Toscana and Municipality of Ekurhuleni, approved and co-financed by the European Community. “Get Answers” duplicates the organizational experience in 3 Wards of Tembisa with 240,000 inhabitants and will provide all the elements necessary to initiate the municipality of Ekurhuleni, to the separate collection of the organic fraction of the waste. The evolution of the project “Get Answers”, starting with “drywet” separate collection, poses the conditions for setting up a model of a strategic plan for the integrated waste management for Ekurhuleni metropolitan area.
From 50 Dump Sites to 50 Waste Disposal Facilities – Challenges and Lessons Learnt RA Pienaar | M Howard Waste generation and therefore waste management and waste disposal sites is something that is synonymous with all towns in South Africa. A large number of disposal sites
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The Potential for Waste-to-Energy in the Western Cape: A 2040 Outlook MAP Vice | RC Emery | B Mawer
An Investigation of Waste Tyre Shreds as Reinforcement Material for Typical South African Sandy Soils FC Chebet | D Kalumba | G Banzibaganye End-of-life tyres are increasingly presenting waste management challenges owing to the large volumes disposed of annually. These waste tyres possess unique properties that can once again reused in a sustainable materials stream to supplement the resource intensive geotechnical engineering industry. This study investigates the effect of waste tyre shreds randomly included in typical South Africa sands to enhance the engineering properties. A series of shear strength tests were performed on the sand-tyre shred mixtures of Cape Flats and Klipheuwel sands using a large direct shear box
of dimensions 300mm x 300mm. Two relative sizes of tyre shreds, 10 to 15 mm and 50 to 60 mm, were mixed with sand various concentrations by weight. The results revealed a general increase in the shear strength parameters of both types of sand on inclusion of the tyre sheds. The possibility of using waste tyre shreds in geotechnical applications specifically as lightweight fill and reinforcement material for the construction of highway embankments could provide an alternative use for the discarded tyres.
Wired for Waste: Value, Grow, Sustain
objectives include: i) improved service delivery, ii) diversion of waste from landfill, iii) improved resource efficiency, iv) growth of a green economy and green jobs, v) improvement of health and safety, vi) development of private sector opportunities, vii) sustainable management and treatment of hazardous and chemicals waste. The paper present a brief analysis of how these multiple policy objectives affect and impact the transformation of the management of wastes, and presents examples of how these barriers and constraints have been addressed and been at play internationally, as an indication the number of issues and stakeholders that needs to be acknowledge when moving solid waste management forward in South Africa.
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The Challenge of Multiple Policy Objectives for the Transformation of Solid Waste Management: Analysis of the Situation in South Africa and Experience from Abroad in Handling the Barriers T Kristiansen Management of waste is increasingly a complicated task, among others because multiple policy objectives are developed and the solid waste management system is expected to meet all of these often conflicting objectives. These policy
The Impact of the Section 24G Process on Small Recycling Businesses QJ Williams This paper aims to assess the impact of the NEMA and the NEM:WA on small recycling businesses that start off below the legal thresholds and in the time develop to larger business that trigger listed activities, thus requiring a Section 24G Process to rectify their unlawful commencement. This will include the dynamic of small waste management businesses preferring to initially rent premises and the lack of time frames set for a Section 24G application.
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About 120 to 140 million litres of used oil is generated in SA annually. This represents about 50% of the new lubricating oil sold in South Africa. The recovery rate by all collectors in South Africa is approximately 70%. Used lubricating oil is unpleasant stuff – a brew of degraded hydrocarbons (such as benzene, xylene & toluene) heavy metals and spent chemical additives – containing many environmentally harmful components such as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), some of which are carcinogenic. These components damage the environment in several ways: it tends to accumulate in soil and water as toxic gases and harmful metallic dust particles. The best method of dealing with it, according to environmentalists, is to recycle it. Several treatment and disposal processes are available for used lubricating oil, ranging from kiln combustion, use in explosives and re-refining back to base oil. However each process has environmental impacts. The reprocessing of used oil into fuel is commercially attractive in South Africa, since the reprocessed product is a substitute for heavy fuel oil derived from crude oil. The collection of used oil is lucrative and provides employment to many previously disadvantaged individuals. The model used in South Africa promotes free enterprise and incentivises used oil collections rather than subsidising operations. It operates free of any Government levies and is lauded globally for its self-regulation by the Lubricants Industry in South Africa. “Recycling Oil – It’s Easier Than You Think”
Challenges In Determining The Correct Waste Disposal Solutions For Local Municipalities – A South African Overview NM Mannie | A Bowers The changing landscape in South Africa and the drive towards creating a sustainable environment is progressing but not without its own set of challenges. The Department Environmental Affairs (DEA), National Waste Management Strategy (NWMS) (2011) clearly sets out deliverable objectives for Municipalities such as the provision of a basic waste service. However in order to achieve this and promote a manageable waste solution, the type of waste disposal infrastructure is prudent in closing the loop on poor waste management at the end point. As will be described later in the paper, numerous challenges have presented itself in the waste management area. This paper will elaborate and share current examples of these challenges and recommend some solutions to these challenges. Ultimately the aim of providing the local municipality with the appropriate disposal solution and working constructively to eliminate these challenges is what is going to lead to good waste disposal in a sustainable manner.
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Waste Derived Fuels Blending Platform D Johns | M Nicholls | B Thorpe | A Fourie
Plastics Recycling in South Africa – Wired for Growth SM Pretorius
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With the promulgation of the waste classification and management regulations on 23 August 2013, certain waste disposal restrictions and prohibitions came into effect. This was related to the disposal of waste to landfill. An example is the disposal of hazardous waste with a calorific value of greater than 25MJ/kg that will be prohibited/banned by 23 August 2017. Cement kilns in Europe are moving towards the replacement of fossil fuels with waste derived fuels (WDF’s). Interwaste and Lafarge have come together in a joint venture partnership to meet the needs of industry and to provide alternatives to the disposal of waste to landfill. The blending platform facility was constructed as a 50:50 joint venture project between Interwaste and Lafarge cement to serve the fuel needs of Lafarge and was commissioned in April 2014. The facility is located in Kaalfontein, Kempton park and is an H:H-permitted facility and is SAWIS-registered. The facility is the first of its kind in South Africa, providing clients with an alternative to the undesirable landfill disposal of their waste. It is a co-processing facility that receives, stores and blends hazardous waste sludges (and liquids and solids) with inherent calorific value to be used in the pre-calcining process at Lafarge cement as a WDF. The WDF is used as a replacement for coal. In addition, small volumes of drummed highly hazardous/highly controlled/banned wastes are introduced through a chemical chute for destruction. A qualification process of the waste streams is undertaken prior to incorporation into the WDF. The product specifications include the parameters such as calorific value, moisture content and heavy metal content. Wastes not accepted are : nuclear waste, infectious medical waste, chemical or biological weapons destined for destruction, waste containing PCB’s and waste water sewage sludge. An on-site state-of-the-art laboratory provides rapid analysis and a results turnaround time of under thirty minutes to ensure that the product meets the strict waste permit requirements of Lafarge cement. The waste is then blended to form the correct recipe and is again sampled and analysed for compliance to permit and Lafarge Lichtenburg’s quality and waste permit requirements. The final product is then transferred into custom-built tank tainers to be transported by road to Lafarge Lichtenburg cement making process to be used as a WDF.
South Africa is amongst the best in the world with mechanical recycling of plastics waste. In 2012, 20% of all plastics products manufactured locally were recycled into new products. If only plastics packaging is considered, the industry is ahead of the original targets set out in the Paper and Packaging Industry Waste Plan compiled in 2011. Plastics packaging recovery rates reached 34 % in 2012 and for the first time, the plastics packaging sent to landfill was less than the previous years. However, the growth is not substantial enough. The industry is now actively seeking out ways to grow the recycling rates. The plastics industry has engaged in Zero Plastics to Landfill by 2030. To achieve this goal, two short term objectives have been identified: The industry needs to identify, and quantify, the recyclable plastics that are not recycled and need to establish what the stumbling blocks are, and the industry needs to quantify the non-recyclable plastics that are in the separated solid waste stream. One packaging component that is not recycled in any substantial quantities is non-bottle rigid packaging. These include products like tubs, trays, punnets, cups and lids. The quantification process is underway and the results and possible action plans to deal with this sector will be included in the presentation. Non-recyclable plastics in the waste stream obtained from the urban Separation-at-Source domestic solid waste stream in Cape Town is currently being analysed and quantified. Alternative recycling methods need to be investigated to deal with this component of the waste. Plastics recycling is wired for growth!
Interactive Geotechnical Design with Geosynthetics for the Covering of Sludge Lagoons and Tailings Ponds JK Pries | A Post Today industrial tailings ponds originating from the processing of ores, refining of coal and from the chemical industry present a great source of environmental problems worldwide. The coverage of industrial sludge deposits and tailings ponds requires increased attention to the geotechnical design and proofs due to the complex geotechnical boundary conditions. The authors give detailed information on the characteristics of the tasks and present the coherences of an interactive geotechnical design approach. A case study finally documents the different installation phase of the covering system together with the geosynthetic components involved.
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Waste Characterisation Study in Five African Countries PA Smuts
An Evaluation of Electronic Waste Management in Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality, Limpopo, South Africa TP Tshimbana | M Tekere Electronic waste (e-waste) has become an issue of concern to solid waste management professionals. Most municipalities in developing world face huge challenges in the management of e-waste generated from used commercial electronic devices and household appliances. An evaluation of electronic waste management in Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality was undertaken in this study through questionnaires, structured interviews and observations. Results revealed that a significant quantity of lighting, small household and ICT equipment is disposed in the study area. E-waste generated is stored, collected and disposed together with all domestic waste in the area. No segregation or recycling at household level of e-waste was evident. A lack of by-laws on e-waste was noted and seemed to be one of the challenges that the Municipality is facing. The study concluded that there is still no developed electronic waste management system in Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality.
Effect of a Fast-growing Consumer Culture on Waste Profile in Sub-Saharan African Cities
Technology for Transformation – Landfill Engineering Case study: Construction of Landfill Cholwald in Switzerland with Dense Asphalt as a Lining Material
T Magezi | H von Blottnitz Africa has the highest rate of urbanization and economic growth. These trends drive growth in demand for consumer goods, a trend expressing itself by a shift in provisioning from traditional markets to supermarkets. This is emphasized by the fast spread of supermarkets. With these changes in consumption come an increase in quantity and variety of waste generated. Prior studies show insufficient infrastructure and investment in waste management. To inform waste management planning, metabolic flow models have been developed to describe food acquisition from a traditional market vs. a supermarket. Consumer food flows are formulated based on cultural profiling and quantified via the daily nutritional requirements of a healthy person. The waste profiles are obtained by reading from packaging and processing data. With transition towards supermarket consumption, the post-consumer waste contains more inorganic material i.e. packaging and a portion of organic waste shifts to the supply chain where food is processed.
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A solid waste characterization study analysing the composition of waste streams from 5 cities in Africa was initiated by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in 2011. The objective was to determine how waste streams differ so that grantee partners (both NGOs and municipalities) can use the data as input for valorisation schemes. Generator-based sampling was undertaken. Variables such as seasonal effects, terminology, waste densities, sampling approaches and socioeconomic conditions were considered. Packaging within the waste stream, general density of the waste, moisture content of the waste, waste generation rates were assessed. The organic, garden refuse and “other” fractions defined as organic or compostable material from the various regions, cities or towns represent approximately 66%. The remainder 34% is typically considered dry recyclable waste materials. Waste from all regions were fairly contaminated which amplifies the need for separation at source to ensure efficient recycling of waste materials.
C Grommes Bituminous materials are often used in construction works all over the world – such as surfaces for roads and pavements and also as an impervious lining material. There are many situations where impermeability is required, for example, storing and retaining of water (hydro-power, drinking water, irrigation, flood protection, shipping, and recreation) or for the containment of contaminated materials (landfill / waste deposits). The Cholwald Landfill is situated in Central Switzerland and stores incinerator ash, sewage sludge and contaminated soil. The landfill cell constructed comprises an area of 30,000 m2 and was completed in less than four (4) months. Three (3) cells had previously been constructed using a geomembrane and clay. The initial design for the fourth cell also utilised a geomembrane but the hydraulic risk assessment, in conjunction with a reduced construction period, much steeper slopes and significant cost savings, convinced the Client to line the cell in Dense Asphalt Concrete (DAC).
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Conducting Waste Characterisation Studies Within Six Municipalities of the Western Cape: An Overview of Practical Experiences DL Gilbert
Wired for Waste: Value, Grow, Sustain Can Waste Management practices be adapted and aligned to perform as efficiently and sustainably as Ecosystem Services?
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C Nottingham Most municipalities within the Western Cape do not have waste information systems and infrastructure in place to accurately measure waste disposed or diverted from landfills within their municipal boundaries. The collection and analysis of accurate and reliable waste data is a key requirement to inform the development of Integrated Waste Management Plans (IWMP). It assists municipalities to set baselines from where short, medium and long term integrated waste management targets can be set and helps the municipality to design and implement a more efficient and effective integrated waste management system. The Department in collaboration with Stellenbosch Municipality conducted waste characterisation studies within the Central Karoo District municipalities i.e. Beaufort West, Laingsburg and Prince Albert. The Department also conducted waste characterisation studies in Kannaland, Swellendam and Cederberg municipalities. The process was cost effective and provided current, accurate and reliable data for the municipalities.
Human settlements both urban and rural are dependent upon the services of natural ecosystems, such as the provision of clean air, clean water, healthy soils and plants, regulated climate, decomposition and detoxification of wastes, and so on. Over the past 50 years a direct correlation has been found between human activities and severely threatened ecosystem services. One such consequence of human activities is how we deal with our Waste. Simply “dumping rubbish” is now seen as the last resort, according to environmental and waste legislation in South Africa and the adoption of the Waste Hierarchy (‘cradle-to-grave’ and ‘cradle-to-cradle’ principles). This relates to the handling of waste and pollution not as the output, but rather to design and plan them as “unused resources”, or specifically, as regenerate-able inputs. An ongoing case study is presented through a series of photographs. These show steps taken over an 18-month period towards the conversion of a 1ha property with dwellings to manage and align the waste outputs into ecosystem services. The design is based on Permaculture
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methods which includes rain & roof run-off harvesting, grey water harvesting, sewage treatment, soil rehabilitation, organic crops and livestock, etc. These are the first steps illustrating a journey towards being “off-the-grid”.
Maximising Waste Utilisation at a Flexible Packaging Company MRM Liptrot
The Waterval Waste Disposal Facility: A Construction Supervision Case Study GA Dode | PA Legg The Waterval Waste Disposal Facility, located in Rustenburg, is a large general waste facility for which construction began in January 2013. The facility will initially consist of two general waste cells, a rubble disposal cell, a leachate pond, a contaminated stormwater pond as well as various buildings and infrastructure. Golder Associates Africa was appointed to license, design and supervise the construction of the facility. Envisaged to set a benchmark in solid waste management in South Africa, the facility design has also taken future development into consideration in the form of space for materials recovery and composting facilities. This paper focuses primarily on the construction supervision aspect of the project, looking at the construction quality assurance of the geosynthetic installations and specific construction challenges encountered.
The value of organic waste to households: A case study from Cape Town N Johannessen | AJ Davison People may consider organic waste a liability: it’s smelly, soggy, attracts flies, and potentially generates methane gas in landfills. A feasibility study carried out by the City
Mechanical Biological Treatment – Solution or Hype? C Hoy | A Godley | AD Read Mechanical Biological Treatment (MBT) is playing an increasingly significant role in the UK and Europe for the treatment of mixed residual municipal solid waste, as a viable alternative to incineration-based energy from waste treatment solutions. There are numerous generic types of MBT; many of those planned in the UK produce a solid fuel and may also have an anaerobic digestion stage producing additional energy from biogas combustion. MBT also aims to recover some recyclable materials. Whilst MBT may be seen as a favourable option when compared with incineration, the authors’ experience with the procurement of waste treatment processes in the UK indicates that there are issues associated with MBT solutions that need to be considered before it can be universally accepted as preferable to incineration. The limitations of MBT that should be considered when evaluating waste treatment options, to ensure any long-term contracts are suitable, sustainable and affordable.
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Afripack Consumer Flexibles: Labels DLC (ACF Labels) has been measuring key sustainability criteria and seeking ways to become more energy and water efficient since 1997. The current programme to drive the reduction of carbon footprint while maintaining production and environmental standards ensures that ACF Labels achieves its environmental goals. However, in addition they have forged partnerships with a variety of craft organisations to offer opportunities to upcycle waste into high quality, saleable goods and hence create employment and reduce poverty.
of Cape Town during 2013 asks whether households can successfully divert kitchen and soft garden organic waste through home composting. Previous studies in 2008/2009 in the CoCT found that green (garden) waste still landfilled comprised approximately 6%, and kitchen waste approximately 5%. This study provided home composting containers to approximately 700 households and gathered data for 9 months. Participants were from four areas within Cape Town, selected to be representative of low and middle income sampled households. This paper details the sample selection criteria, methodology and results; it highlights some recommendations and the real possibility of residents benefiting from this valuable resource.
Single Use Plastics – Are We Heading for an Impasse? J Kieser The Plastics Industry via Plastics SA (Federation) has shown its concern regarding littering and poor waste management since its formation. In light of this Plastics SA has been supporting environmental cleanups and awareness projects and in particular, for the last 19 years, it has been the patron of the International Coastal Cleanup, which is the world’s largest coastal clean-up with the added bonus that most of the material collected is audited. Plastics SA possesses 19 years of data of debris found along the South African Coastline of which plastic forms 85% of the material collected in either underwater and coastal clean-ups.
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Plastic is seen as one of the major issues facing the sea, is well documented and is receiving lots of attention especially in the Northern Hemisphere. The federation is also one of 58 Plastics Associations from 34 Countries that signed a commitment in 2011 in support of the Honolulu Commitment to help prevent marine debris. In light of this commitment and having all that data of persistent material found in the environment, the industry needs to be attentive of the criticism from various environmental groups. This condemnation should also be balanced as some of the actions requested is not just unpractical and especially in light of the food and water security in Africa, unfeasible. Only by a strong scientific and economical debate can further actions be implemented to ensure that less material enters the marine environment. By using the example of micro-beads, ear bud sticks and drinking straws, I want to ask the question, “Do onceuse plastics have a future in the absence of a system of retrieval for recycling/energy recovery”? Once Use Plastics is plastics with a low life cycle of only one use and then discarded. The South African mix of the material is not as diverse as that created in or instance in the United States Market and we need to ensure that it stays that way.
Household Food Wastage in a Developing Country: A Case Study of Mamelodi Township in South Africa
Valuation of Closure Costs of Landfills as a Tool for Improving Landfill Management Practices
Changing the Way We Recycle Polystyrene in South Africa
SKB Godschalk | M Möhr-Swart | J Shamrock
A Spangenberg
Management of waste, including landfills, is one of the functions of local authorities in South Africa. All local municipalities, therefore, are responsible for managing one or more landfills. Municipalities need to make financial provision for the eventual rehabilitation and closure of these landfills. No standard methodology for estimating closure costs for landfills was available. Environmental & Sustainability Solutions and Jones & Wagener Engineering and Environmental Consultants developed a Municipal Landfill Closure Costing Model. During the implementation of the costing model it was found that the valuation process can easily be used to inform management practices that affect closure costs. Analysing the main drivers for closure costs can lead to recommendations for improving landfill management practices. This paper discusses the eight most important drivers of landfill closure costs. Quantifying the financial impact of landfill management practices can help municipalities to drive operational improvements of landfills.
The Polystyrene packaging industry has through the Polystyrene Packaging Council (PSPC) established the recycling of Polystyrene in South Africa. The challenges of recycling this versatile product has been addressed and with sustainable recycling projects identified, we believe that we are moving into a new era of recycling. The projects identified are solutions for the recycling of each Polystyrene product in South Africa. The sustainable end markets include the traditional picture frames, seedling trays (the very successful Breadtags for Wheelchairs), Tutudesks, Wonderbags and Bean Bags and the innovative post-consumer Polystyrene recycled into construction panels. These projects all speak to the huge job creation and housing shortages in our country, while others encourage consumers to recycle and make a difference in someone’s life. The development of a web-based application Polynet enables the industry to effectively recycle Polystyrene but to also ensure that statistics for the recycling are available and progress is there for measureable. The Polystyrene Packaging Council (PSPC) is now in a position to take the recycling of Polystyrene to the next level by implementing these plans and making it sustainable.
FR Ramukhwatho | R du Plessis | S Oelofse In many developing countries, including those with food shortages a large portion of household waste is estimated to be food. This paper reports on findings of a research study conducted in one of South Africa’s largest townships (Mamelodi) within the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality. The research was conducted using structured questionnaires to assess the amount and types of food waste generated in the households and to determine the main causes for food wastage. Only 18% of interviewed households agreed that they waste food, while 82% didn’t concede to wasting food. The results indicated that in 58% of households in Mamelodi the largest portion of food waste was porridge, while 26% and 16% of households mainly wasted rice and bread respectively. The main causes for food wastage according to this study were in excess preparation porridge and rice; bread reaching the expiry date before being consumed, and buying in excess.
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Adding Value to Recovered Paper Using Fibre Fractionation
B Yose
I Kerr | S Govender
Statistics indicate that there is an increase in electrical and electronic waste (e-waste) in South Africa each and every year. E-waste recycling, which helps to minimise this e-waste problem is taking place in South Africa but it is mainly dominated by the informal sector. Informal e-waste recycling impacts negatively on human health and the environment, hence e-waste stakeholders such as government and electronic equipment producers prefer formal recycling of e-waste. In spite of its disadvantages and avoidance/ discouragement by the industry, informal recycling persists and this points to serious short-comings in the formalisation efforts by all present. Key in the list of factors that make informal recycling to persist are start-up costs, operational costs, and unrealistic policies preventing the biggest consumer (government) of electronic equipment from supplying e-waste to recyclers. Addressing and resolving these factors may be the key that unlocks a great progress in the formalisation of e-waste recycling.
In excess of one million tonnes of recovered paper is collected annually in South Africa. This is 62% of the available recoverable paper. Paper fibres deteriorate in strength during each recycling cycle. Fractionation is the process of classifying pulp according to specific fibre properties, including fibre length, cell wall thickness (CWT) and degree of fibrillation. Using fractionation, a pulp of better quality and uniformity may be produced. This project involved the testing of two types of fractionating equipment viz., hydrocyclones and screens to fractionate two types of recycled fibre pulp viz; common mixed recovered paper (C+) and heavy letter one (HL 1). After fractionation, the refined long fibre fraction (LFF) or rejects was combined with the unrefined short fibre fraction (SFF) or accepts, to achieve a better quality pulp, than the unfractionated, unrefined feedstock. The hydrocyclone was found to be the best method for fractionating both the C+ and HL 1 grades of recovered paper with respect to tensile strength.
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Formalisation of e-Waste Recycling: Making it a Reality
The Challenges in the Roll-Out of Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Offs in the City of Cape Town JC Naude | A Van Vuuren Household hazardous waste (HHW) forms < 2-3% segment of residential household waste. The HHW generally consists of empty/near empty containers that held cleaning chemicals; used batteries; old paints; spent solvents to clean paint brushes; agricultural remedy/ pesticides waste; mixed chemicals from swimming pool and household maintenance; odd pieces of non-friable asbestos cement waste; used electronic waste; used CFL’s and fluorescent tubes; used oils, etc. Although a municipality is not mandated to provide and/ or manage a hazardous waste system in South Africa, the City of Cape Town recognizes its social and environmental responsibility which is aligned to the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA) principles such as duty of care, prevention of pollution and cradle to grave, mechanisms legislated to ensure waste and in this case, HHW does not negatively impact human health and the environment. This paper outlines the progress the City has made with respect to fulfilling this need initially at a pilot level, clearly delineate the approach as to how the respective waste streams will be dealt with and share experience on the challenges that have been encountered during the process. Investigations, findings and progress in this regard will be presented which may assist other Municipalities to adopt similar strategies.
Recycling Economics: Savings vs Prices M Binda Plastic, paper, and glass waste is packaging waste that is regarded as general waste. It therefore falls under Municipal duties and is disposed of in general landfill site mostly run by Municipalities. Municipal waste is currently the focus of recycling especially its packaging fraction. The industry for making glass, paper, and plastic are very different and each poses unique dynamics that affects their ability to be recycled. Poor aggression from certain role players in the respective industries to pursue recycling is threatening the viability of recycling operations in spite of the environmental and perceived financial benefits. This half-hearted approach to recycling is evident in the recovered volumes and prices of recyclables. PET has the most attractive prices followed by paper then glass. In a free economy when industry economics are not yielding desired results, governments – as the last hope – need to step in and inspire progress through legislative means.
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Exhibitors 3S Media
Stand M06
AAD Specialised Transport Solutions (Pty) Ltd
Contact Person: Hestelle Robinson Address: PO Box 92026, Norwood, 2117 E-mail: hestelle@3smedia.co.za Tel: +27 11 233 2600 Fax: +27 11 234 7275 Website: www.3smedia.co.za
Contact Person: Lloyd Farmer Address: Po Box 36, Kempton Park, 1406 E-mail: Lloyd.F@D-A.co.za Tel: +27 11 594 0839 Fax: +27 86 244 8207 Website: www.AAD.org.za AAD STS - comprehensive, professional, reliable supply of waste management, street cleaning and lifting equipment in Southern Africa. AAD’s infrastructure is designed to ensure professional pre-sales, supply and after-sales service across the range, including exclusive distribution rights for the most respected brands in the industry: McNeilus, Dulevo, Copma and more.
600SA Eqstra Stand G02 | OD02 AECOM SA (Pty) Ltd
Contact Person: Sidney Crampton Address: PO Box 600, Kempton Park, 1620 E-mail: sidc@600sa.co.za Tel: +27 11 573 2329 Fax: +27 86 601 2607 Website: www.eiegroup.co.za 600SA Holdings (Pty) Ltd is a subsidiary of Eqstra Holdings, 600SA’s business activities are centred on the importation, manufacture and distribution of vehicle utilization equipment, forestry and waste equipment, aerial platforms, workshops and parts. Our Waste Division, headed up by Sidney Crampton includes Tam Hooklifts for all your container handling needs, Skiploaders for all your waste needs, Bucher Schoerling road sweepers & Beam airport sweepers for all your dust suppression and cleaning requirements. Our wide range of rear end loading compactors, Sierra Range offering 12, 13 & 15cb for household refuse. Our Delta range offering 19, 21 & 22 cb for household refuse. Our Brutus range offering 19, 21 & 22 cb for industrial refuse. We are a solution driven company, let us advise the best solution for you.
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3S Media is a print and electronic media company that offers businesses and professionals in various spheres the leading edge to grow and develop their vocations, disciplines or companies. 3S Media publishes RẽSource, the official magazine of the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa. RẽSource promotes integrated resource management, with a special interest in waste management and cleaner production.
Stand M27
Stand M02
Contact Person: Reon Pienaar Address: PO Box 3173, Pretoria, 0001 E-mail: reon.pienaar@aecom.com Tel: + 27 12 421 3500 Fax: +27 12 421 3501 Website: www.aecom.com AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves.
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AfrEquip (Pty) Ltd
Stand M19
Aludar Safety (Pty) Limited
Stand M20
Hands-on Protection
Contact Person: Sharyn Quist Address: PO Box 101621, Scottsville, 3209 E-mail: admin@afrequip.co.za Tel: + 27 33 386 5034 Fax: +27 33 386 0721 Website: www.afrequip.co.za AfrEquip (Pty) Ltd is a forward-thinking company providing equipment that creates opportunities in the recycling, bio-energy and tree care markets. Morbark with 57 years of experience manufactures equipment that helps customers harvest, process, and convert wood and other organic materials into valuable, useful, and environmentally sound products.
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AKURA Manufacturing Engineering Company (Pty) Ltd Stand F11-12 | OD01/05
Contact Person: Kgaogelo Sebone Address: Postnetsuit 454, PBag x 37, Lynwood Ridge, 0040 E-mail: Kgaogelo@aludar.co.za Tel: +27 12 751 6013 Fax: +27 86 519 8412 Website: www.aludarsafety.co.za We take care of employeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most sophisticated worktool, their hands. We utilise the next generation PPE technologies that deliver the industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highest performance levels, keeping users safe and productive. All of our technologies are tested to industry standards, and then validated by performing extensive field testing with industrial end users. Aquatan Linings
Contact Person: Hein Jansen van Vuren Address: PO Box 633, Isando, Kempton park, 1600 E-mail: aqua@aquatan.com Tel: +27 11 974 5271 Fax: +27 11 974 4111 Website: www.aquatan.com
Contact Person: Lance du Toit / Kevin Matthews Address: PO Box 425, Paarl, 7620 E-mail: sales@akura.co.za Tel: +27 21 872 2224 Fax: +27 21 872 2837 Website: www.akura.co.za
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Stand M03
AKURA is a leading supplier of engineering solutions to the waste management and recycling industry for over 4 decades. A world class range of equipment and plant is offered including: Balers, Compactors, Conveyors, Shredders, Hooklifts, Refuse Transfer Stations, Material Recovery Facilities (MRF), advanced waste treatment, waste to energy, biogas, liquid extraction and more.
Aquatan is an internationally recognised geosynthetics installation company accredited by the IAGI as an Approved Geomembrane Installer. Aquatan installs a variety of Geosynthetics in structures ranging from single to multiple composite systems to contain solid and liquid waste, potable water and other contaminants using state of the art materials and is the only Electric Leak Detection test facilities in South Africa.
Autocar Truck
Stand G13 | OD06
Cecor Allied Technolgies (Pty) Ltd
Contact Person: Sherwin Naicker Address: PO Box 98, Olifantsfontein, 1665 E-mail: info@cecor.co.za Tel: +27 10 001 4250 Fax: +27 86 582 9078 Website: www.cecor.co.za
Contact Person: Mark Templeton Address: PO Box 2247 Halfway House 1685 E-mail: mtempleton@autocartruck.com Tel: +27 83 440 9338 Website: www.autocartruck.com Autocar is the premier North American supplier of purpose-built waste collection vehicles with a customer base that includes many of the world’s largest private and municipal refuse collection fleets. At WasteCon 2014, we will be introducing the next stage in our Africa roll out Autocar Xpedito, an American truck with an African design.
Contact Person: Christoph Brandstetter Address: Conceptstraße 1, 8101 Gratkorn, Austria E-mail: c.brandstetter@christof-group.com Tel: +43 316 685500 3512 Fax: +43 316 685500 63512 Website: www.christof-group.at Christof Group is active in the core areas of plant-, apparatus engineering and provides as integration specialist individual end-to-end turnkey solutions and continued servicing of plants. The own combustion technology Reject to Power is used for energy generation from sorting and process rejects for plants from 5 to 30 MW. City of Cape Town
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Barloworld Equipment is Caterpillar’s southern African dealer for Cat® earthmoving equipment, engines and electric power generation systems. We also represent complementary brands that include Metso Mobile crushing and screening solutions. Purpose built Cat machines meet high production demands in waste handling, construction, mining and general industry.
Cape Waste
Stand F07
Stand G12
Contact Person: Johan Hartman Address: PO Box 11, Isando, 1600 E-mail: jhartman@barloworld-equipment.com Tel: + 27 11 929 0000 Fax: +27 86 678 8608 Website: www.barloworld-equipment.com
Stand F08
Stand M34
Contact Person: Colin Higgins Address: PO Box 1421, Parow, 7499 E-mail: colin@capewaste.co.za Tel: +27 21 931 7251 Fax: +27 21 933 4991 Website: www.capewaste.co.za We are a leading waste management and recycling company in the Western Cape. We specialise in collection, sorting and the recycling of paper, cardboard, newspaper plastic, metal and glass.
Cecor Allied Technolgies (Pty) Ltd operates a commercial Autoclave Plant to dispose of medical waste in an efficient and environmentally friendly manner. We are a technically innovative and progressive company with a strong focus on customer service, safety and compliance.
Christof Group
Barloworld Equipment
Stand M35
Contact Person: Mayedwa Perhe Address: 12 Hertzog Boulevard, Civic Centre, Cape Town, 8000 E-mail: Mayedwa.Perhe@capetown.gov.za Tel: +27 21 400 2990 Fax: +27 21 400 5922 Website: www.capetown.gov.za/SolidWaste Cape Town provides a range of services to the community it serves, including the management of refuse (‘solid waste’). This encompasses the collection, processing and disposal of solid waste; anti-littering initiatives; the promotion of waste management initiatives including reducing, re-using and recycling of solid waste; as well as educating the public on good waste management practices.
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Collect-a-Can
Stand F01
Contact Person: Zimasa Velaphi Address: PO Box 30500, Kyalami, 1684 E-mail: Jenette@collectacan.co.za Tel: + 27 11 466 2939 Fax: +27 86 661 0462 Website: www.collectacan.co.za It is our vision to be the most successful, self-sustaining, one-way packaging recovery company, dedicated to the realisation of the land where all cans exist in harmony with the environment.
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CSIR
Duncanmec (Pty) Ltd
Contact Person: Hendri Geyer Address: P.O. Box 159 Alberton 1450 E-mail: mail@duncanmec.co.za Tel: +27 11 900 2580 Fax: +27 11 900 2502 Website: www.duncanmec.co.za Duncanmec is a manufacturing company specializing in Refuse Handling Equipment and Dry Bulk Road Tankers. These products include Skip Loaders and Bins, Rolon Units and Containers and Front and Rear Loader Compactors. We also supply a full range of trailers. Maintenance and repair facilities are available.
Stand M31
East London IDZ
Contact Person: Suzan Oelofse Address: PO Box 395. Pretoria, 0001 E-mail: Soelofse@csir.co.za Tel: +27 12 841 4333 Fax: +27 12 842 7017 Website: www.csir.co.za As a Research Council, the CSIR focuses on directed research that contributes to the improvement of the quality of life of all South Africans. Research in waste management is focussed on evidence-based decisionsupport to government, society and industry â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with an emphasis on integrated waste management and the waste hierarchy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; for domestic, commercial and industrial waste streams.
Stand G07-G08
Contact Person: Rose Wearing Address: PO Box 5458, Greenfields, East London 5208 E-mail: rose@elidz.co.za Tel: + 27 43 702 8200 Fax: +27 43 702 8251 Website: www.elidz.co.za Since inception in 2002, the East London IDZ has responded to investor needs by transforming a previously unutilised Greenfields land into a world class industrial park boasting a pool of diverse investors doing business in a number of sectors including, Automotive, Renewable Energy, Mineral Beneficiation, Aquaculture, Agro-processing and Logistics. Purpose-built infrastructure, streamlined business operations, access to new markets and an incentivised business environment are key components that form part of the value offering of the zone for industry.
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Stand M13
Ecocycle Waste Solutions (Pty) Ltd
Stand G20
Engineered Linings (A Division Of PSV Industrial)
Contact Person: Jason Bell Address: P O Box 100247 Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg 3209 E-mail: Jason@ecocyclewaste.co.za Tel: + 27 33 346 2770 Fax: +27 86 613 8472 Website: ww.ecocyclewaste.co.za
Contact Person: Jaqueline Sterrenberg Address: PO Box 36614, Chempet. 7442 E-mail: jaquis@englining.co.za Tel: + 27 21 551 2430 Fax: +27 21 552 5928 Website: www.engineered-linings.co.za Engineered Linings is a specialist civil contracting company, concentrating on the supply and installation of geosynthetic linings to various structures for containment, environmental and corrosion protection. Established in 1984 the company has offices in Cape Town and Johannesburg; is active throughout Africa, ISO9001:2008 certified and has a 6CE CIDB rating.
Energia Rubber Tech (Pty) Ltd
Stand M36
Envitech Solutions (Pty) Ltd
Energia Rubber Tech is proud to be part of the environmental initiative towards solving the waste tyre problem in South Africa, by applying world class process development strategies and implementation of best practice for waste tyre recycling! Energiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rubber products range from 150 micron up to 7 mm granules.
Stand F13
Contact Person: Stan / Brendon Jewaskiewitz Address: 22 Seventh Avenue, Northmead, Benoni, 1501 E-mail: info@envitech.co.za / stan@envitech.co.za / brendon@envitech.co.za Tel: + 27 11 425 2810 Fax: +27 11 425 4731 Website: www.envitech.co.za
Contact Person: Shaan Prithiraj Address: PO Box 98, Olifantsfontein, 1665 E-mail:shaan.prithiraj@energiarubbertech.co.za Tel: + 27 11 316 1800 Fax: +27 11 316 4999 Website: www.energiarubbertech.co.za
Exhibitors
Ecocycle Waste Solutions is a Level 3 BEE Contributor medical waste treatment company, based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu Natal, which specialises in the disposal of medical waste (infectious, sanitary and sharps) utilising a Microwave Disinfection System. The microwave-assisted moist heat disinfection technology has been in use in the USA since 1991 and the Ecocycle installation is the first on the continent of Africa.
Stand F03
Envitech provides specialist environmental technology solutions to the public and private sectors and has expertise in landfill site selection, waste disposal/ treatment facility engineering and licensing, CQA for geosynthetic lining applications, landfill gas-to-electricity CDM projects, integrated waste management, alternative waste treatment technologies, mine waste management and geotechnical engineering.
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Fibertex South Africa / Geotextiles Africa
Stand F09
Exhibitors
Contact Person: Paul Baxter / Darryn Meisel / Paul Roux Address: KwaZulu Natal PO Box 20 Hammersdale 3700 16 Van Eck Avenue, Hammersdale 3700 Address: Cape Town PO.Box 22442, Fish Hoek, 7974 17 Westlake Drive, Westlake Business Park, Tokai, 7945 Address: Gauteng PO.Box 14686, Bredell, 1623 c/o Forest & Birch Roads, Benoni A/H, Benoni, 1501 E-mail: p.roux@geotextilesafrica.co.za / Darryn@ geotextilesafrica.co.za / GEDI@fibertex.com Tel: +27 31 736 7100 / +27 21 701 3569 Fax: +27 31 736 7115 / +27 21 701 3381 Website: www.geotextilesafrica.co.za / www.fibertex.com Geotextiles Africa, a major supplier of geosynthetics in Southern Africa, was established in 1995 and became a division of Fibertex SA in February, 2013. The company has formed strong partnerships with leading international and local manufacturers, offering design and product solutions for major infrastructure projects such as Gautrain and Eskom Power. Gast International SA (Pty) Ltd
Stand M15
Contact Person: Jandrie van Staden Address: PO Box 9516, Centurion, 0043 E-mail: jvstaden@gast.co.za Tel: +27 12 660 1616 Fax: +27 12 660 2093 Website: www.gast.co.za Gast provides a complete spectrum of services from design and supply to installation in both the civil and construction industries. The Group’s philosophy is based on the principle of single point responsibility. Having successfully completed more than 11 150 projects during the last millennium, Gast boast accreditation from United Nations and World Bank, giving credit to Gast’s quality and performance on all dynamics.
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Geo-X (Pty) Ltd
Stand M18
Contact Person: Henco Weidlich Address: Postnet Suite #762, Private Bag X1007, Lyttelton, 0140 E-mail: hencow@geo-x.co.za Tel: + 27 82 777 1605 / +27 12 653 6299 Fax: +27 12 653 2086 Website: www.geo-x.co.za Geo-X (Pty) Ltd is an exciting entity in the Geosynthetic Lining Industry, bringing together a management team with many years of experience in the field. We have identified the need within our market segment for a multi-faceted company that will be able to assist clients in dynamic ways, offering them both competitive and effective solutions for their entire project requirement. Our solutions are inclusive of design, material selection, procurement, construction, installation of Geosynthetic materials, third party quality control. Supply and installation of Geosynthetic Materials in the following Industry Segments • Water Containment (Agriculture) • Landfill and Waste Facilities • Lagoons • Evaporation ponds • Landfill Capping • Floating Covers for Reservoirs and Methane extraction • Pond Liners Mining (inclusive of): • Heap Leach Pads • Tailings Facilities • Polluted Water Containment • Secondary Containment (Coal Storage Pads) • Canals • Aqua Culture • Tunnels
Golder Associates
Stand M21
HotRot Organic Solutions
Contact Person: André Venter Address: PO Box 6001, Halfway House, 1685 E-mail:mail@golder.co.za Tel: + 27 14 597 0442 Fax: +27 86 582 1561 Website: www.golder.com
Contact Person: Roger Jaques Address: PO Box 9 Newlands 7700 E-mail: roger@closingtheloop.co.za/ robinson@hotrotsolutions.com Tel: +27 73 2288 513 Fax: +27 86 5477 083 Website: www.hotrotsolutions.com/ www.closingtheloop.co.za HotRot Organic Solutions designs, builds, installs and commissions complete turnkey organic waste treatment plants. Modular, scalable equipment options are suited to new green field sites or as an upgrade/extension to an existing waste processing facility. Specialised applications of HotRot technology provide solutions for source separated organics, sludge or biosolids, diapers and absorbent hygiene waste.
Exhibitors
Established in 1960, Golder is a global, employeeowned organisation driven by our purpose to engineer earth’s development while preserving earth’s integrity. From over 180 offices worldwide, our more than 8,000 employees help our clients find sustainable solutions to the challenges society faces today including extraction of finite resources, energy and water supply and management, waste management, urbanisation, and climate change. We do this by providing a wide range of independent consulting, design and construction services in our specialist areas of earth, environment and energy. Our services fall into 6 main areas: • Ground Engineering • Environmental Management & Compliance • Environmental & Social Assessment • Natural Resources & Mining Engineering • Planning & Design • Decommissioning & Decontamination
Stand M33
Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa
Gundle Geosynthetics Pty Ltd
Contact Person: Gail Smit Address: PO Box 79, Allen’s Nek, 1737 E-mail: iwmsa@telkomsa.net Tel: + 27 11 675 3462 Fax: +27 11 675 3465 Website: www.iwmsa.co.za
Stand M08
Contact Person: Colin de Bruyn Address: PO Box 455 Springs 1560 E-mail: colin@gundleapi.co.za Tel: +27 11 813 2180 Fax: +27 11 813 2189 Website: www.gundle.co.za Specialists in the supply and installation of all Geosynthetic liners, HDPE Liner, grids, drainage systems and Geosynthetic Clay Liners for the following applications throughout the African Continent, Landfills, Landfill Capping’s, Tailing Dams, Heap Leach Pads, Aquaculture, Reservoirs, Canals, Storage Tanks, Hazardous Chemical Containment, Water Storage Tanks and Dams.
The Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA) is a multi-disciplinary non-profit association that is committed to supporting professional waste management practices. Education and training in the realm of effective and efficient waste management is also a key focus for us. The IWMSA comprises voluntary members who promote environmentally acceptable, cost effective and appropriate waste management practices, striving towards the protection of the environment. Become a member now, visit our website for more information.
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Interwaste (Pty) Ltd
Stand G09-G10
Landfill Equipment cc
Exhibitors
Contact Person: Natasha Willcocks Address: Private Bag X23, Northriding 2162 E-mail: sales@interwaste.co.za Tel: + 27 11 323 7300 Fax: +27 11 792 8998 Website: www.interwaste.co.za
Stand M12
Contact Person: Mervyn Cherrington Address: PO Box 159 Isando 1600 Gauteng E-mail: mcherry@intekom.co.za Tel: + 27 11 974 8874 /+27 83 659 0874 Fax: +27 86 517 4381 Website: www.tana.fi
Interwaste is a holistic waste management service provider, offering cost effective and environmentally sound services. We strive to assist our clients to ensure full compliance with ever-changing legislation, finding a balance between the utilisation of cutting edge technology and the ongoing need for sustainable job creation.
Landfill Equipment cc Is a company specialising in the sale of Landfill Compactors and are the sole South African agents for TANA Landfill Compactors from Finland. As well as parts and service. The range of five Compactors is from 26 tons to 52 tons.
M and L Laboratory Services (Pty) Ltd
Jan Palm Consulting Engineers
Stand G18
Stand F04
Contact Person: Jan Palm Address: PO Box 931, Brackenfell, 7560 E-mail: info@jpce.co.za Tel: + 27 21 982 6570 Fax: +27 21 981 0868 Website: www.jpce.co.za JPCE is specialist Waste Management Consultants serving its clients with absolute integrity and engineering our habitat with appropriate technology and environmental responsibility. We are involved in the design of landfills, transfer stations and material recovery facilities, compliance auditing, quality assurance and the development of integrated waste management plans and strategies.
Contact Person: Keshav Beachen Address: P O Box 82124, Southdale, Johannesburg, 2135 E-mail:Keshav.beachen@za.bureauveritas.com Tel: + 27 11 661 7947 Fax: +27 11 496 2238 Website: www.bureauveritas.com M and L Laboratory Services (Pty) Ltd offers routine as well as specialized services quickly, accurately and efficiently. The major focus on providing sustainable services to industry is quality. M and L Laboratory Services (Pty) Ltd is SANAS accredited and in accordance with ISO 17025, which covers techniques and methods on various instruments ranging from Gas Chromatography, Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry, and High Performance Liquid Chromatography to Ultra Performance Liquid Chromatography, Atomic Absorption, Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry and Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy. M and L Laboratory Services (Pty) Ltd are compliant with many different quality standards such as Medicines Control Council and Client QA, All equipment is fully qualified ad complies with PICS requirements. Services include: Waste Analysis for Classification, Water Analysis, Soil Analysis, Food Testing, Healthcare Analysis, and Occupational Health Testing and industrial Hygiene Audits.
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MAN Truck & Bus (S.A.) (PTY) Ltd
Stand OD04|OD08
MechLift
Contact Person: Naseera Barradeen Address:PO Box 330, Isando 1601 E-mail: Naseera.barradeen@za.man-mn.com Tel: +27 11 928 6800 Website: www.mantruckandbus.co.za
Contact Person: Gerald Dorrington Address: 84 Mobile Rd., Airport Industria, Cape Town, 7490 E-mail: info@mechlift.com Tel: + 27 21 386 0404 Fax: +27 21 385 1886 Website: www.mechlift.com Manufacture and supply waste bin lifting equipment to the truck building industry. Supply electronic data collection equipment (LiftLogger) for monitoring of bin collection operations, including RFID reading and GPS location. Mercedes-Benz South Africa
Exhibitors
Based in Munich, Germany, MAN Truck & Bus AG is the largest company in the MAN Group and as one of the world’s leading manufacturers of buses and trucks, MAN Truck & Bus makes an important contribution to the continued improvement of transport efficiency. MAN offers a comprehensive efficiency programme to reduce total cost of ownership. Transport efficiency, consolidated in the fields of technology, service, the driver and future expertise protects the environment and is added value for our customers.
Stand M05
Stand G19
MAN Truck & Bus (S.A.) Address: PO Box 1717, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa Tel: +27 12 677 1500 Fax: +27 12 677 1900 Website: www.mercedes-benzsa.co.za Contact Person: Stuart Galloway Address: PO Box 330 Isando 1600 E-mail: stuart.galloway@za.man-mn.com Tel: +27 11 928 6800 Fax: +27 11 392 2018 Website: www.mantruckandbus.co.za MAN Truck & Bus (S.A.) (Pty) Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of MAN Truck & Bus AG in Germany, is a leading manufacturer of medium, heavy and extra-heavy trucks, as well as commuter buses and luxury coaches. The product has been represented in South Africa since the early 1960’s, initially through agents Meyer and Hiller. The South African operation has its headquarters in Isando as well as an assembly plant (Pinetown), a bus and coach manufacturing facility (Olifantsfontein) a central parts depot (Isando), a used commercial vehicle operation in Centurion and a widespread national sales, service and parts dealer network. The MAN Training Academy is also situated in Isando and offers a wide range of technical courses to apprentices and qualified artisans, ensuring that the MAN organization in South Africa is always at the leading edge of technical knowhow. A network of 14 full dealerships and 15 service and parts dealerships is strategically situated throughout Southern Africa, in order to provide complete support to MAN’s widespread customer base.
Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the global company, Daimler AG who are dedicated to sustainable mobility. Currently MBSA manufactures Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedans for the local and USA markets. Under its commercial vehicles division, MBSA has Mercedes-Benz trucks, vans and buses as well as Freightliner, Fuso & Western Star.
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Metrohm SA (Pty) Ltd
Stand M04
Mpact Plastic Containers
Exhibitors
Contact Person: Leanne Zwiegers Address: PO Box 1168 Somerset West 7129 E-mail: leannez@metrohm.co.za Tel: +27 21 852 0213 Fax: +27 21 851 9219 Website: www.metrohm.co.za
Stand M16-M17
Contact Person: Janine Charters Address: PO Box 1551, Dassenberg 7350 E-mail: Janinec@mpcsa.co.za Tel: +27 83 455 4005 / +27 21 573 9400 Fax: +27 21 577 3399 Website: www.mpcsa.co.za
Metrohm SA is the supplier of potentiometric titration equipment. In addition to titration, Metrohm SA focuses on the techniques of pH and Conductivity measurements, Karl Fischer water determinations, ion chromatography and Voltammetry. Special instruments include Metrohm’s Rancimat for oxidative stability of fats, oils and biodiesel and for determining the thermal stability of plastics.
Mpact Plastic Containers is a leading supplier of plastic containers in Southern Africa. The Environmental division focuses on fully integrated solutions for domestic, industrial and municipal waste management systems. Products include litter bins, two and four wheeled refuse bins and bulk collection banks. All products are practical, durable and manufactured to the highest standards.
Molok®
Stand G01
Contact Person: Gys Louw Address: PO Box 30735, Pionierspark, Windhoek, Namibia E-mail: gys@rent-a-drum.com.na Tel: +264 61 244097 Fax: +264 88 623 795 Website: www.rent-a-drum.com.na Molok® deep collection is an innovative waste management system that offers a clean, effective and efficient collection point for a variety of waste types and situations. More compact and hygienic than conventional methods and virtually odour free, the Molok® deep collection system offers unrivalled advantages, particularly where space is limited.
The National Recycling Forum
Stand F05
Address: PO Box 79, Allen’s Nek, 1737 E-mail: info@iwmsa.co.za Tel: +27 11 675 3465 Website: www.recycling.co.za The National Recycling Forum (NRF) is a non-profit organisation created to promote the recovery and recycling of recyclable materials in South Africa. NAUE GmbH & Co. KG
Stand F10
Contact Person: Mr. Andy Post Address: Gewerbestrasse 2, D-32339 Espelkamp – Fiestel E-mail: info@naue.com Tel: + 49 5743 41-232 Fax: +49 5743 41-240 Website: www.naue.com NAUE is an ISO 9001 certified company and produces a full range of geosynthetics - geomembranes, geosynthetic clay liners, geotextiles, geogrids and geodrainage products - used in various applications, including landfill engineering.
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Odour Control Group Of Companies
Stand G17
Otto Waste Systems (Pty) Ltd
Contact Person: Johan de Bruyn Address: Unit 68, Tannery Industrial Park, 309 Derdepoort Street, Silverton, Pretoria, 0127 Tel: + 27 860 NO ODOR (66 6367) Fax: +27 860 DOR CUR (36 7287)
Contact Person: Leon Herbst Address: PO Box 746, Isando, 1600 E-mail: ottosa@global.co.za Tel: +27 11 974 5660 Fax: +27 11 974 5143 Website: www.ottowaste.co.za Otto Waste Systems are the pioneers of the Otto Wheelie Bins in South Africa, being renowned suppliers of high quality waste bins carrying long term warranties, importantly also SABS and ISO certified. Palfinger Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd
Contact Person: Anton du Plessis Address: PO Box 7092 Albemarle 1410 E-mail: antondp@palfingerafrica.co.za Tel: +27 83 2811 750 Fax: +27 86 625 8182 Website: www.palfinger.co.za
Oilkol (Pty) Ltd
Stand G16 | G21
Contact Person: Pieter Steyn Address: PO Box 1126, Krugersdorp, 1740 E-mail: pieter@oilkol.co.za Tel: + 27 86 110 1961 Fax: +27 11 762 4830 Website: www.oilkol.co.za
Stand M14
Exhibitors
The Odour Control Group have successfully implemented odour controls systems in varied industries throughout Southern Africa. Applications include installations in diverse industries such as wastewater treatment, solid waste processing, landfills, food/feed processing and oil refineries. We offer a range of odour control technologies in order to ensure optimal fit between customer requirements and system characteristics. The optimal solution depends on factors such as available budget, specified performance parameters, nature of the odorous compounds, physical nature of the odour source and location of complainants. Successful implementation of odour control projects requires not only selection of the appropriate technology, but also effective isolation and air extraction from the odour source. We offer turnkey solutions where selection of the appropriate technology, isolation of the odour source and air conveyance is addressed.
Stand M09 - M10
Suppliers of Palfinger , hook lifts , skip loaders, cranes tail lifts and transportable forklifts. Palfinger is the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest producer of hook lifts and truck mounted cranes with a 3 year warranty* on all load bearing parts. With za service centres in southern Africa and complete units and spare parts in stock we offer a world leading product with service to match.
The ISO 14001 Certified collection, handling, transportation, storage and delivery of used lube oil, waste oil, used oil filters and SANS10228 classified dangerous goods throughout Southern Africa to Oilkol operated storage facilities, approved re-processors and users. The collected used oil and waste oil is disposed of to approved ISO14001 certified refiners.
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Exhibitors
Paper Recycling Association of South Africa
Stand M38 -M39
PIKITUP PTY (SOC)
Contact Person: Ursula Henneberry Address: PO Box 1553, Rivonia, 2128 E-mail: Ursula.henneberry@pamsa.co.za Tel: +27 11 803 5063 Fax: +27 11 803 6708 Website: www.prasa.co.za
Contact Person: Sharon Mould Address: Private Bag x 74, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2017 E-mail: sharonmould@pikitup.co.za Tel: +27 11 712 5200 Website: www.pikitup.co.za
The Paper Recycling Association of South Africa promotes paper as a renewable resource. Recycling paper products and paper packaging (including liquid packaging) i.e. milk and juice cartons, is a simple way to help green our future. By reaching out to homes, schools, businesses and the informal waste collector community, PRASA has increased the paper recovery rate by almost a third over the past decade.
Pikitup (SOC) Ltd, 100% owned by the City of Johannesburg, established in terms of the Companies Act, on 1 November 2000 is mandated to provide integrated waste management services to the residents of Johannesburg. Pikitup provides two categories of services, viz Council services and commercial services. The Council services comprise the collection and disposal of domestic waste, street cleaning, lane flushing, area cleaning, the management of litter bins, the collection of illegally dumped waste, the collection and disposal of animal and the operation of garden sites. The commercial services comprise bulk collection services, composting, recycling activities, providing services for special events and the operation of landfill sites.
The PET Recycling Company (Pty) Ltd
Stand F02
Contact Person: Lisa Parkes Address: PO Box 77, Muizenberg, 7950 E-mail: Cheri.scholtz@petco.co.za Tel: +27 21 794 6300 Fax: +27 21 794 1724 Website: www.petco.co.za PETCO is the industry body for recycling of postconsumer polyethylene terephthalate (PET) It supports various programmes including the subsidisation of recyclers that process PET bottles into new end use products and initiatives that contribute to the visible recycling of PET- including collection, education initiatives, entrepreneurial training, skills development, clean-ups etc.
Plastics SA
Stand F06
Contact Person: Jacques Lightfoot Address: Private Bag X68, Halfway House, Midrand, 1685 E-mail: Jacques.lightfoot@plasticssa.co.za Tel: + 27 11 3144021 Fax: +27 11 653 3764 Website: www.plasticsinfo.co.za Plastics SA has been mandated to ensure a vibrant and sustainable plastics industry in South Africa. The plastics sector is uniquely placed to meet the needs of a sustainable society and to deliver solutions to many challenges such as climate change, water scarcity, resource usage and energy recovery.
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Stand G03 - G06
POLYCO
Stand M11
REDISA
Contact Person: Siya Mhambi Address: 4th Floor, Sunclare Building, 21 Dreyer Street, Claremont, Cape Town, E-mail: info@redisa.org.za Tel: +27 87 357 3873 Website: www.redisa.org.za
Contact Person: Mandy NaudĂŠ Address: PO Box 13511, N1 City, 7463 E-mail: Mandy@polyco.co.za Tel: +27 78 451 6625 Fax: +27 86 292 0697 Website: www.polyco.co.za
The Recycling and Economic Development Initiative of South Africa (REDISA), through the Integrated Industry Waste Tyre Management Plan (IIWTMP) facilitates the clean-up and remediation of the 10 million waste tyres littered across the country. The plan will create 10 000 jobs by 2017 through the development of a sustainable South African tyre recycling industry. Resource Management Services
Exhibitors
POLYCO - the Polyolefin Recycling Company, is a not-for-profit industry body that was formed by the polyolefin converters themselves to promote the collection, recycling and beneficiation of post-consumer polyolefin packaging (i.e. plastics polymer identification codes 2, 4, 5) to achieve zero plastic packaging waste to landfill by 2030. POLYCO supports existing and encourages new polyolefin collection and recycling networks and also promotes consumer education and awareness programmes.
Stand M22 - M24
Stand M25
Probiokashi (Pty) Ltd
Stand M32
Contact Person: Rupert van der Merwe Address: PO Box 3269, Matieland, 7602 E-mail: info@probio.co.za Tel: + 27 21 865 2832 Fax: +27 86 671 6627 Website: www.probio.co.za PROBIO is a product developer and producer of non toxic, fully bio degradable and sustainable probiotic based chemical alternatives. These products have been designed to be a direct replacement to many manmade toxic chemicals currently being used in homes, commercial businesses and agriculture operations within Southern Africa.
Contact Person: Larry Eichstadt Address: PO Box 4296, Durbanville 7551 E-mail: larry@rmsenviro.co.za Tel: +27 21 975 7396 Fax: +27 21 975 1373 Website: www.rmsenviro.co.za Resource Management Services is a specialist environmental and leading integrated waste management consultancy providing clients in all sectors (government, industry and private) with professional guidance in, and management of environmental projects. Key fields are wastewater and waste management, but also industrial and residential land use development projects where water, waste water, waste management (disposal to beneficiation) and remediation are key issues.
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RSM Software
Stand M26
Contact Person: Richard Ashcroft, Juanita Lubbe Address: Mazars House, Rialto Rd, Century City E-mail: wastedge@rsmsa.co.za Tel: +27 87 943 4877 Website: www.rsmsa.co.za • Waste Management Software •A n industry specific holistic solution covering all aspects of operations management – •C ustomer Booking, Job Confirmation and Invoicing, Route Scheduling and Optimisation • Vehicle Tracking and Cost Control • An Internet Application, No CAPEX Required
- Cape Minstrel Carnival - Switching on of Festive Lights - 2010 FIFA World Cup - Reed Dance - Splashy Fen Sanitech Hygiene supplies, sells and maintains bathroom as well as change room fitments. It also offers products and services related to washing and drying hands, sanitisers, bins and fragrances. Smart Waste
Contact Person: Reg Barichievy Address: PO Box 2330 Somerset West 7129 E-mail: reg@smartwaste.co.za Tel: +27 79 579 8210 Fax: +27 86 730 0366 Website: www.smartwaste.co.za
Exhibitors
Sanitech
Stand OD07
Contact Person: Pierre Wilhelm Address: PO Box 13072, Witfield Boksburg, 1467 E-mail: pierrew@sanitech.co.za Tel: +27 11 823 6060 Fax: +27 11 823 6064 Website: www.sanitech.co.za Informal settlement This division specialises in providing sanitation to Government sponsored projects such as Informal settlements where there is no proper sanitation facilities in place. Additional sales and services Sanitech have extensive experience in the servicing of septic and other tanks. We also service customer owned toilet units. Special events - Confed Cup - FIFA final festival draw - Comrades Marathon - Two Oceans Marathon - Durban July - J&B Met - Cape Argus Cycle Tour - Mighty Man (Angus Buchan) - Discovery Cape Times Big Walk - Rocking the Daisies Festival - Aardklop festival - Voice of the Cape Festival - Volvo Two Oceans - Community Chest Carnival / Twilight Run
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Stand M30
Smart Waste provides a full waste management service to property owners, landlords and retailers as well as waste manage advice to clients nationally. Our emphasis lies in assisting clients to recycle efficiently. We pride ourselves on a high level of service which comes from being an owner - managed business.
Solid Waste Technologies SA (Pty) Ltd
Stand G11
Contact Person: Tersia Bugan Address: PO Box 5007, Tygervalley, 7536 E-mail: Tersia@swtsa.co.za Tel: + 27 21 556 9167 Fax: +27 21 556 9168 Website: www.swtsa.co.za Solid Waste Technologies SA is a Medical Waste Management organization. It has 2 non-burn treatment facilities in Johannesburg and Cape Town with a joint capacity of 75 tonnes per day ; 5 branches and 55 vehicles servicing clients nationally. Voted BBQ Best Established Black Business 2013 and ISO 9001:2008 certified.
Talbot & Talbot (Pty) Ltd
Stand M07
Contact Person: Rachel Mthintso Address: PO Box 3391, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 E-mail: rachelm@talbot.co.za Tel: +27 33 346 1444 Fax: +27 33 346 1445 Website: www.talbot.co.za Talbot & Talbot focuses on water management, industrial and municipal wastewater and water treatment, plant operation and maintenance and water reclamation. With over 23 years’ experience, and four integrated business units, we offer full turnkey solutions with the aim of driving down our clients’ production costs and are committed to providing sustainable solutions to challenges in the water and wastewater management industry.
Stand G14 | OD03
Contact Person: Shaun Harrop/John Reyneke Address: PO Box 1200, Olifantsfontein, Gauteng, 1665 E-mail: shaunh@tfm.co.za/dietrichs@tfm.co.za Tel: + 27 11 316 2620 Fax: +27 11 316 2627 Website: www.tfm.co.za The supply, manufacture and support of a wide range of Waste Handling Equipment i.e. truck mounted (REL’s, FEL’s, Rotopress, Side Loaders and Econoloaders), Static Compactors, Balers, Transfer Station Installations, Container Handling Equipment, Trailers and Bins for Skiploaders and Roll-on’s Roll-off’s, Tippers, Vacuum Tankers, Truck mounted Road Sweepers, Reduction Equipment (composting). On site repairs, service facilities and Spares. Overseas Partners: • Heil USA – Rear End Loaders and Front End Loader Compactors • Marathon USA – Static Compactors, Balers, Waste Reduction Equipment • FAUN Germany – Rear End Loaders, Rotopress, Front End Loaders, Sweepers • Meillier Germany – Roll-on Roll-off, Skiploaders and Tippers • Doppstadt Germany – Slow speed Shredders and High Speed Grinders • PZB Italy – PTO’s and Pumps • Marrel – Roll-on Roll-off
Exhibitors
TFM Industries (Pty) Ltd
Walo UK Limited
Stand M28 - M29
Contact Person: David R Wilson Address: 16 Parker Court, Staffordshire Technology Park, Dyson Way, Stafford, ST18 0WP, United Kingdom E-mail: david.wilson@walo.co.uk Tel: +44 (0) 1785 330618 Fax: +44 (0) 1785 221781 Website: www.walo.co.uk
Walo UK Limited specialise in providing Dense Asphaltic Concrete (DAC) lining systems for Landfill Sites, Dams, Reservoirs, Canals and Brownfield Sites. Our flexible DAC system is strong and completely impermeable to chemical attack, water, leachate and gas. It can also be machine laid on steep slopes up to 1:1:5.
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Waste Resource Management
Stand M37
Exhibitors
Contact Person: Ludwig Hartmann Address: PO Box 333, Olifantsfontein, 1665 E-mail: info@wasteresource.co.za Tel: +27 10 001 4250 Fax: +27 86 582 9078 Website: www.wasteresource.co.za Waste Resource Management specialises in the onsite management of hazardous waste as well as the transportation of hazardous waste including HCRW. We offer the following ancillary services: • Supplying of PPE • Supplying of Spill Kits • Supplying of Containers • Supplying of HCRW Containers, Liners & Tape • Washing and Disinfection of HCRW vehicles
Wasteman Holdings (Pty) Ltd
Stand G15
Contact Person: Colleen Vlotman Address: Suite 402, Private Bag X10010, Edenvale. 1610 E-mail: info@wasteman.co.za Tel: +27 86 117 4448 Website: www.wasteman.co.za Wasteman is a leader in South Africa for the provision of integrated waste management solutions to the Commercial, Industrial and Public business sectors. Our comprehensive range of services include Collection of all waste types, Recycling, Treatment, Specialised Industrial Cleaning, Pipe Surveying, Emergency Spill Response and customised On-Site Total Waste Management Systems.
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Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa
Africa
Landfill
INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE DELIVERY
Exposed geomembrane solar caps
Recycling
Post-consumer PET recycling
Sustainability
Solutions to emissions reduction
Energy efficiency
Transforming waste into power
The new
TOSAS
OPINION Managing groundwater through technology sharing
A true revival
Daily
ODOUR CONTROL Managing plant odour
WASTEWATER Quality and sustainability in service delivery
ISSN 1680-4902 R50.00 (incl VAT) • Vol 16, No 2, May 2014
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The official journal of the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa
Water& Sanitation
IMESA
RAND WATER Partnering change in Africa
Rural roads
Maintenance now MEDIA
Western Aqueduct
Durban’s largest pipeline
Trenchless technology
Getting the most out of innovations
SARMA
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“We are reaching our ultimate milestone as the countdown to completion of our flagship plant, Aganang, builds” Pieter Fourie, chief executive, Sephaku Cement
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Critical information on infrastructure development, maintenance and service delivery. Official magazine of the Institute of Municipal Engineering of Southern Africa (IMESA).
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The best way to promote sound water resources management principles is through working and sharing lessons with other organisations. Phakamani Buthelezi, CEO of BGCMA P14
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Expert Opinion “Geotextiles offer a better alternative to conventional construction materials like sand and stone aggregate in landfills.” Cheri Scholtz of
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July/August 2014 • ISSN 1990-8857 • Cover price R50.00 • Vol 9 No. 4
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Acknowledgements
Acknowledgements
WasteCon 2014 wishes to thank its loyal patrons and sponsors for their valued support, assistance and sponsorship. Their contributions are vital to the ongoing success of the IWMSA biennial event. Oilkol (PTY) LTD Delegate bags Water bottles
Golder Associates Legislation workshop
C Track Lunch Sponsor Notepads and pens Brochure in delegate bags CD Label
Waste Resources Opening cocktail function
Talbot Laboratories Notepads
TWK Recycling & Waste Management Brochure in delegate bags
WASTE RESOURCE management
LABORATORIES REDISA EWASTE AFRICA Name tags Brochure in delegate bag Lanyards
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FOR.TEC Srl Brochure in delegate bags
All sponsors are acknowledged for their support, the companies listed were finalised at the time of going to print. Any sponsors secured after this are acknowledged and thanked for their support.
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