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Call to rescue East London port

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HE Port of East London should be taken over and run by the municipality in partnership with the private sector to rescue it from decades of government neglect, the local business chamber has said. Les Holbrook, Executive Director of the Border-Kei Chamber of Business, made the call in a hardhitting column in this issue of Eastern Cape Industrial & Business News. It focuses on what he describes as the “sorry state of our once grand asset”. “Over the years we here in East London have tried to understand the development agenda and long-term strategy for our beautiful port,” he said, adding that state neglect of the harbour wasn’t a new phenomenon and dated back to 1954 when the then South African Railways and Harbours (SAR&H) withdrew the only gantry crane in East London to “give” it to South West Africa, now Namibia. “Since then the port has put up with loading and offloading goods and containers via mechanical cranes fitted to relatively small craft. It’s a practice that prevails till today, 63 years later.” The East London Terminal, now managed by the state-owned Transnet Port Terminals (TPT), consists of a Ro-Ro terminal, the largest

grain silo on the South African coastline, break-bulk and containerised cargo facilities. Holbrook said the last development of any note was Phase I of the car terminal in 2002, with subsequent spending either falling short or woefully misdirected. He gave the example of the purchase of a mobile crane to manage purpose-built containers during the loading and offloading of coal. “We

were told to be grateful for a commodity not wanted and for a crane that has not done much work for its original intention. To this day, however, despite seven new gantry cranes destined for Port Elizabeth and Ncura, there’s still no gantry crane for East London.” He said East London’s once profitable and sought-after ship repairs industry – with a fully functioning dry dock that could accommodate all

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but the very big vessels – had been allowed to fall into disrepair. Although efforts were underway to revive the industry, “it’s too little too late and all but one repair company remains to service our entire coastline between Cape Town and Durban”. “The sorry list goes on and on, blaming the Heritage Council for not returning the Latimers Landing to its former glory of fine establishments and tourist attractions. Closing of Buffalo Bridge for 18 months longer than necessary, causing incalculable losses to commuters and the City, is another example. “There is only one conclusion. The State does not care.” Holbrook said the solution was to hand ownership of the port to the Buffalo City Metro Municipality, adding that most ports in Europe and the rest of the world were owned, managed and operated by the private sector, in collaboration with the local authority. “At our Maritime Summit in October 2016, the City of Gothenburg was presented as a successful case study. Imagine this sign greeting visitors to our Port: ‘Welcome to the port of East London, owned managed and operated by the City’.”

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R32m dairy farm boost for agriculture, land reform

AND reform and agricultural production in the Eastern Cape have both received a boost with the official opening of new R32million dairy farm in Tsitsikamma. According to Eastern Cape MEC for Rural Development and Agrarian Reform, Mlibo Qoboshiyane, whose department provided the funding for the project, the new dairy boasts the latest machinery for milking about 66 cows at a time, yielding 16 000 liters of milk daily. The milk is sold to

Parmalat. Qoboshiyane, who presided at the opening, said it marked a development milestone for former victims of the Group Areas Act in the area. At the height of apartheid, about 152 amaMfengu families from Tsitsikama were forcefully removed from their land, which includes the 650ha Wittekleibosch farm and surrounding farms. When the land was handed over to the families in 1994, they formed a

partnership with dairy farmer, Johan Du Plessis to continue dairy farming in the area, forming a commercial trading entity known as the Wittekleibosch Development Trust. In the commercial partnership, amaMfengu contributed their land, existing infrastructure, and dairy parlor machinery while Kleikamma Trust, owned by the Du Plessis family, contributed their technical skills and cattle. “Prior to the construction of the

new dairy by the department, the farm was using an old and dilapidated structure with capacity to milk 20 cows at a go, yielding about 10 000 litres of milk per day.” By contrast, the new Wittekleibosch dairy, which is one of the few actively producing land reform farms in the country, has an off-take agreement with Parmalat, directly benefiting the 152 families living at the farm and creating 24 permanent jobs. Enquiry No: 1

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Consumer spending turns upward in tight economy

ESPITE challenging economic conditions, retail sales growth for July 2017 was the highest recorded for that month since 2015. That’s according to the Mastercard SpendingPulse, a macroeconomic report tracking retail sales launched recently in South Africa. Nominal (not adjusting for price changes or inflation) July retail sales grew 7.2 percent versus the same month last year, marking the 55th consecutive month of positive growth. Volume retail sales - which removes the effects of inflation - for July also saw a positive increase of 2.3 percent year-over-year, indicating that consumer spending remains resilient, despite higher consumer prices. “The continued growth in retail sales in July is encouraging, and points to a slight improvement in the consumer economy as the country emerges from a technical recession,” said Sarah Quinlan, Senior Vice President and Group Head of Market Insights for Mastercard. “South Africa’s consumer has shown resilience in the face of

weak wage growth and high unemployment, reported at 27.7 percent in the second quarter.” The average growth rate of the past three months was up 2.3 percent yearover-year, slightly above the 2.1 percent growth rate in the second quarter of this year. For the past 12 months, volume retail sales are less favourable, growing by only 0.2 percent. This is slightly underperforming GDP, which rose 0.3 percent in 2016 and is forecast to increase to 0.7 percent in 2017. “While consumer spending is showing signs of recovery, South Africans still face a challenging macro-economic environment. The economic health of the consumer warrants close monitoring as the economy looks to regain its footing,” said Quinlan. Pharmaceutical, Medical Goods, Cosmetic and Toiletry sales have outperformed other retail segments over the past 12 months, with sales volumes rising 3.4 percent. However, momentum has weakened since the start of the year, with sales volume in July rising two percent year-on-year,

slightly slower than retail as a whole. Price inflation for products and services in the health sector accelerated from 5.3 percent year-on-year for July 2016 to seven percent for July 2017. On the opposite end of the spectrum, General Dealer sales have underperformed, with sales volumes falling 0.3 percent year-on-year in July, and the value of retail sales down 1.1 percent over the past 12 months. “Consumers spent less and consumed less, partly because inflation has eroded their spending power. South Africa’s CPI increased 4.6 percent, driven largely by a 6.8 percent rise in food prices,” said Quinlan. Mastercard SpendingPulse South Africa reports on national retail sales and uses aggregated and anonymous Mastercard transaction data, coupled with survey-based estimates for other payment forms including cash and Enquiry No: 2 cheque.

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ASTERN Cape enterprises made a strong showing among the winners and finalists of the Eskom Development Foundation’s 2017 Business Investment Competition (BIC) announced recently. While the overall national prize winner was Reba Chemicals, based in Johannesburg, five Eastern Cape businesses - IKIM Solutions, Ductile Plastics & Extruders, Your Transport , Living Harvest, and Vegetable Growers and Agricultural Development Organization - were among the category winners and finalists. King Williams Town detergent maker, IKM Solutions, won the Manufacturing category. Founded in 2006 by owner Zimasa Matyunjwa (pictured), the company’s flagship brand is its XPO hand washing powder which was launched in April of this year. Over 100 registered companies competed for prizes worth R1.3 million within the competitions four categories namely: manufacturing, trade and services, agriculture and agri-processing as well as construction and engineering. The winners in the four categories were: Manufacturing • Winner – IKIM Solutions (King Williams Town, Eastern Cape) • First runner-up – Ductile Plastics & Extruders (Pty) Ltd (Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape) • Second runner-up – Purechem (Johannesburg, Gauteng) Trade and Services • Winner – EWASTE Africa (Pietermaritzburg, KwaZuluNatal) • First runner-up – GlobeScope Security Solutions (Cape Town, Western Cape) • Second runner-up – Your

Transport (Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape) Construction and Engineering • Winner – Oakantswe Construction and Projects (Pretoria, Gauteng) • First runner-up – Brimis Engineering Pty (Middelburg, Mpumalanga) • Second runner-up – Lighthouse Engineering Services (Pinetown, KwaZuluNatal) Agriculture and Agroprocessing • Winner - Eden All Natural (Cape Town, Western Cape) • First runner-up – Living Harvest (East London, Eastern Cape) • Second runner-up – Vegetable Growers and Agricultural Development Organization (Alice, Eastern Cape) Category winners scooped R100 000, first runners-up R50 000 each, while second runnersup received R25 000. All other finalists receive R5 000 to invest in their businesses. Enquiry No: 3

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The municipality had not commented at the time of going to press, but given its ANC majority is unlikely to back Holbrook’s call. Former mayor, Alfred Mtsi, last year announced plans to position the city as a freight and logistics hub, and said that Transnet had set aside R2.9 billion “for the redevelopment of the port infrastructure”.

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However, Mtsi did not say when the redevelopment would begin, prompting Holbrook at the time to denounce the government’s empty promises. “We have heard this before, but nothing actually happens. East London is being pushed to the back. Most developments are going to Port Elizabeth, which has two ports,” he said. Read Holbrook’s full column on Enquiry No: 4 page 4.

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Coega best SEZ in Africa: China ambassador

EOPLE’S Republic of China Ambassador to South Africa, Lin Songtian, has hailed Coega as the best Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Africa. Speaking during a recent visit, Lin described Coega as “by far the most successful SEZ in the African Continent,” adding that it was a good case study for Africa and the world on how to develop and operate a Special Economic Zone. The ambassador was impressed with Coega’s achievements in terms of the number of operational investors (currently 40), infrastructure development, expertise and team work of the Coega staff, the skills development and training centre, as well as the organisational performance. His comments follow a recent announcement by the Coega Development Corporation (CDC) that in the first six months of the 2017/18 financial year it had been able to swim against the negative economic tide to meet and exceed its half-yearly performance targets. According to its mid-year investment performance report, the corporation has signed eight new investors, exceeding its mid-year performance target of three by 167%. Last

year, the CDC signed 16 new investors – the target was seven - exceeding its annual target by 129%. Total investment contribution by 16 new investors signed last year was R11.7 billion contributing approximately 0.23% to the province’s gross value added (GVA). Over the past six years, the CDC has attracted 77 new investors with a combined investment value of R47.7 billion. Ambassador Lin said that the Coega SEZ was ready to take advantage of the increase in Foreign Direct Investment into Africa. He was also impressed by Coega’s skills development centre, where young people from Motherwell, Wells Estate, New Brighton and the surrounding areas are receiving training on various traits including carpentry, plumbing, welding, painting, brick-laying. In addition, the job seekers portal called Gateway-to-Opportunities is well recognised by the community as a gateway to employment on Coega’s projects. There are currently 7 243 people employed at Coega, more than 85% of whom have been sourced from local communities. This makes the Coega SEZ the largest employer in the Metro. “The South African government contin-

Automotive opportunities for black-owned manufacturers Chinese ambassador, Lin Songtian takes in the view during a recent tour of Coega

ues to create an enabling environment for Chinese investors,” said Charles Manuel, Minister Counsellor (Economic), South African Embassy, Beijing. “The South African Embassy in China works very well with Investors and welcomes companies to address any challenges with the Embassy to jointly find solutions and resolve them amicably. “According to the latest Mckinsey report, South Africa offers Chinese investors a stable enabling environment and solid investment returns. This is why South Africa is often used as a launch pad into Africa. An important element of investor confidence and stability is the diligent implementation of laws, regulations and contractual obligations to ensure win-win Enquiry No: 5 cooperation,” Manuel said.

Bird flu found in Uitenhage

HE first case of bird flu has been detected in the Eastern Cape. This was revealed when Sovereign Foods announced that it had culled thousands of chickens after a strain of the avian influenza (AI) was detected at a Uitenhage farm.

At the time of the announcement, there had been more than 20 outbreaks of the flu at commercial chicken and ostrich farms around the country. “Approximately 5 000 birds have been culled, which represent approximately 1% of Uitenhage’s production pipeline,” the company said in a statement. “Sovereign Foods’ management is currently taking the appropriate steps and following the prescribed protocols to prevent AI from spreading to other farms.” It added that its Hartbeespoort operation in Gauteng remained unaffected. Uitenhagebased Sovereign is South Africa’s fourth-largest poultry producer.

According to Paul Makube, Senior Agricultural Economist at FNB, the Eastern Cape accounts for 5.6% of the country’s poultry production. Agri Eastern Cape president Doug Stern told Herald Live that this was the first they had heard of avian flu in the province, but it had only been a matter of time until it spread to the Eastern Cape. “The way avian flu had been spreading, I think we were lucky to be clear for as long as we have,” he said, adding that the latest strain appeared to be worse than previous cases. Enquiry No: 6

THE Eastern Cape Automotive Industry Forum (ECAIF) is inviting all manufacturing companies in the region with a Level 3 and higher B-BBEE certification to register on its database. “Working with all the leading component suppliers in the Eastern Cape we have identified a number of opportunities for black-owned manufacturing companies in support of government’s drive to increase the participation of blacks in the manufacturing sector,” said Andre Nel, convener of the ECAIF Supply Chain Working Group. “An additional benefit is that having a stronger and broader base of automotive suppliers in the Eastern Cape will help us retain and grow the local motor manufacturing sector on which the province’s economy is so dependent.” ECAIF is geared to promote the coordinated development of manufacturing in the province’s automotive components sector. Members include all the main automotive components suppliers in the Eastern Cape. The opportunities that have been identified in a survey of ECAIF members are in packaging, manufacturing of small plastic and metal parts, toolmaking and the supply of specialist chemicals and oils. Suppliers can be based in Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage or East London. “But we are more than happy to meet with manufacturers of other products. Our more than 50 members are always looking for ways of increasing local content and reducing the costs of logistics. “Companies do not have to be in the automotive sector already. ECAIF will help them to meet the requirements of Tier 1 and Tier 2 component suppliers,” Nel said. Companies wanting to register can go to the ECAIF website at www.ecaif.co.za and fill in the form. There is no cost.

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OW exactly does one define the term, State Capture? It may seem a silly question, but is it? We know of the argument in front of our Judiciary at the moment – and hopefully some clarity will emerge. Possibly the biggest challenge on this and other points is trying to determine the best answer to this question. Just like my point in my last column on the issue of Radical Economic Transformation, do most people know what this actually means and who does it apply to or affect? My guess, though, is that State Capture falls somewhere between self-enrichment and deliberately putting up obstacles that prevent meaningful growth and development, possibly even preventing equal opportunity. Over the years we here in East London have

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The state has failed our once-proud port

tried to understand the development agenda and long-term strategy for our beautiful port. Firstly, let’s examine the sorry state of our once grand asset and how it got to where very little is right with the port. In 1954, SAR&H decided to withdraw the only gantry crane in East London, and “give” it to South West Africa (now Namibia). Since then the port has put up with loading and offloading goods and containers via mechanical cranes fitted to relatively small craft. It’s a practice that prevails till today, 63 years later! In April 2013, Government decided to promote the Coal Terminal initiative and purchased a mobile crane, to manage the purpose-built containers during the loading and offloading of coal. We were told to be grateful for a commodity not wanted and for a crane that has not done much work for its original intention.

To this day however, despite seven new gantry cranes destined for Port Elizabeth and Ncura, there’s still no gantry crane for East London. Let’s also examine our once proud and profitable and sought-after ship repairs industry with a fully functioning dry dock that could accommodate all but the very big vessels. That too has fallen into disrepair and although efforts are underway it’s too little too late and all but one repair company remains to service our entire coastline between Cape Town and Durban. The sorry list goes on and on, blaming the Heritage Council for not returning the Latimers Landing to its former glory of fine establishments and tourist attractions. Closing of Buffalo Bridge for 18 months longer than necessary - causing incalculable losses to commuters and the City, is another example.

Is your business ready for the new pollution regulations?

HE long-awaited pollution pre- and emission reductions for the duravention plan (PPP) regulations, tion of the plan and a description of the effective 20 July 2017, is the mitigation measures that will be put next building block in the creation of in place to reduce GHG emissions,” the legal framework that aims to move Winstanley said. South Africa closer to realising the 1.5 Besides this plan, an annual prodegree celsius target set out as part gress report must be submitted to the of the Paris Agreement on Climate Department of Environmental Affairs Change. (DEA) for consideration. According to Terry Winstanley, This legal change comes in the Director of the Environmental Law wake of another important regulapractice at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr, the tory shift – the implementation of the PPP Regulations require that any per- Greenhouse Gas Emission Reporting son or industry who or which emits Regulations (GHG Regulations) on 3 priority pollutants (greenhouse gases) April 2017. These regulations required above the threshold of 0.1 mega- both businesses and individuals to tonnes of carbon dioxide must prepare register and report on their greenand submit a pollution prevention plan house gas emissions that contribute before December 2017. significantly to global warming, where “In addition to personal and contact those emissions exceed specified details, this plan must include all rele- thresholds. vant details pertaining to the activity in According to Winstanley, as a result question and the resultant greenhouse of the GHG Regulations, industries gas emissions. It must also contain that are undertaking specified actividetails of the methods that will be used ties, such as energy generation, 360 advert_Easten Cape & Bussiness news September 2017.qxp_Layout toGLT monitor and measure the Indusrtial emissions manufacturing, construction, transport 1

or food processing, will be required to register and report. Entities and individuals who fail to report or who report incorrectly are liable for a hefty fine of up to R5 million, and potential imprisonment for a period of up to five years for a first conviction,” explains Winstanley. GHG reporting is done via the National Atmospheric Emission Inventory System and information submitted via this electronic platform that will be used to determine an entity or individual’s tax liability under the proposed Carbon Tax Bill.

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So how does this come about and why is only East London the port that never sees development and growth, the last development being phase I of the car terminal in 2002? There is only one conclusion. The State does not care! Enter the Private Sector… Imagine the City of East London / Buffalo City owning the Port. Ask the question, why not? Most ports in Europe and the rest of the world are owned, managed and operated by the private sector, in collaboration with the local authority. At our Maritime Summit in October 2016, the City of Gothenburg was presented as a successful case study. Imagine this sign greeting visitors to our Port: Welcome to the port of East London, owned managed and operated by the City!

Award for property company

N recognition of its contribution to uplifting the economy in the Eastern Cape, real estate company, Just Property, has received a Diamond Arrow Award in the PMR.africa Eastern Cape Provincial Survey Business Excellence Awards. This award rates them first overall among estate agents in the Eastern Cape, and verifies their ranking of 4.24 out of 5. PMR.africa is a division of CJ Hattingh and Sons, a consultancy and research firm based in South Africa, that conducts market surveys to measure levels of excellence among nominated companies across a pre-defined range of business sectors.The purpose of the awards is to enhance competitiveness ... to set a benchmark in industry and motivate staff through recognition. For the Eastern Cape survey in particular, PMR.africa surveyed large and medium-sized companies, and local and provincial government departments. The sample included 110 CEOs, MDs, owners of companies, company directors, senior employees and senior local and provincial government officials.

Through its awards ceremonies, PMR.africa seeks to reward companies that have done the most over the past 12 months to stimulate economic growth and development of the province. It also assessed levels of managerial expertise, implementation of corporate governance, brand awareness and levels of innovation. “We are extremely proud to have been measured according to these criteria and found to have achieve excellence in our field, in the Eastern Cape,” said Paul Stevens, the CEO of Just Property. “What makes this award particularly meaningful is that we have been assessed by our peers, who understand the working context of the Eastern Cape and our response and commitment to the province.” He hoped the award would energise his Eastern Cape – and national – teams to continued high levels of workplace pride and integrity, and reinforce Just Property’s commitment to service excellence in the marketplace. Enquiry No: 9

7 tips for SMEs to beat the petrol pump blues

ROM September, the price of all grades of petrol increased by 67c/litre, adding to the steep petrol price and fuel levy increases over the course of the year. According to Viresh Harduth, a Vice President at Sage Africa and Middle East, the higher cost of petrol is likely to put small and medium businesses in South Africa under further pressure in a tight economic environment of rising inflation. “Depending on your business, the petrol price could have a significant impact on your profitability. If you run a fleet of vehicles for deliveries and collections, you’ll feel the direct cost straight away. If you outsource to a logistics company, you’ll know that a price increase looms in the future,” Harduth said. “There are also the indirect knock-on effects of the fuel price on your suppliers’ operating expenses, your customers’ disposable income and your team’s living expenses.” While the knee-jerk reaction may be to pass higher costs on to customers and clients, this could weaken customer loyalty and drive them to competitors, Harduth warned. “Smart thinking about fuel efficiency can help you contain costs, while achieving other goals such as reducing carbon emissions and improving overall business efficiencies.”

He offered the following seven ways to do this: 1. Reassess your travel requirements Adjust delivery and travel schedules to avoid traffic peak times; use a navigation app, such as Google Maps or Waze to find the fastest route and combine deliveries and errands into one trip. You’ll deliver more products, faster. 2. Consider tele- and flexitime Host meetings via Skype. You’ll buy time and, therefore, productivity. If your business model allows, consider flexi-time and remote working arrangements for teams 3. Plan ahead Use data to your advantage. An app like Fuelio tracks fuelrelated expenses, helping you to know where to optimise and save costs. 4. Consider outsourcing Partner with a company that already has the benefit of scale and resources to handle your deliveries. 5. Prioritise vehicle maintenance Maintained vehicles are also safer. 6. Adopt conscious driving habits 7. Keep your tax affairs in order As a small business, you can claim a tax deduction for all business-related travel expenses. Enquiry No: 10

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ver since Carl Stahl was established in 1880, change has been an integral part of our corporate culture. What began as a rope-making facility is today a global enterprise with highly specialised products for the broadest range of sectors and many different shareholdings. Our sustainable success can be attributed to the fact that we have always tailored our actions to the current economic requirements. We are guided by the expectations of our customers, the applicable laws and regulations and the reputation of the Carl Stahl Group. We also feel responsible for the conservation of our environment, the safeguarding of jobs and the well-being of our employees. Our management system is based on DIN EN ISO 9001 und DIN EN ISO 14001 standards and is recertified in regular intervals. Thus our customers and partners are assured that all regulations for procedures and processes are consistent and comply with international standards. The continuous improvement of our quality and environmental management system is our most important issue. Our business objectives (Basic Business Principles) are the major guideline for all our activities Within its Lifting Equipment division Carl Stahl offers a full range of premium quality products for safe and efficient lifting of goods as well as for workplace ergonomy. Beside that the Carl Stahl Group is committed to protect people in all sectors of industry and all working environments against the risk of falls. In cooperation with leading international manufacturers and brands this leads to the broadest range of products in the field of fall protection systems and personal protective equipment for the prevention of falls. Carl Stahl products help users to safely transport, grip, move or lift goods weighing several tonnes during manufacturing or processing. They secure loads during transport on land, sea and air or reliably perform their duties as inconspicuous aids. Safety for man and material is always a key priority. The Carl Stahl Premium product range "Condor" with its divisions CondorLift, CondorGrip, CondorLash, CondorLube, CondorRope and CondorMove offers a selected portfolio which is defined by highest capacity and high quality finish with a very attractive cost-performance ratio. This is rounded off by excellent after-sales services such as the “Carl Stahl Integrated Services”, a repair service for many equipments as well as instructions and seminars at the Carl Stahl Academy or at customers site.

Product Divisions: • Crane technology • Power operated and manual lifting gear • Load suspension equipment • Lifting slings • Wire ropes • Stainless steel products for the industry • Accessories • Lifting points • Industrial hydraulic, hydraulic devices • Industrial trucks & forklift attachments • Load restraint systems • Repair service • Service Process Integrated Services • Guidance and seminars We are very exigent regarding our employees. On the other hand they have the freedom to reach our common objectives their own way. We expect loyalty, commitment and the willingness to learn. This is necessary to keep our company young. All employees will be offered further training according to their specific needs and skills in order to improve their knowledge and efficiency. Everyone has equal opportunities regardless of job or nationality. Mutual trust and respect are our core values. For our employees the company must be more than just the place where they earn their money. They are invited to participate in the development of their own job as well as of the whole company. We need the creativity and input of each single person. Either by himself or within his team he is called to develop his ideas about his own job. Tolerance and the courage to break new ground will lead to changes within the company and pave our way into the future. The subsidiary in Port Elizabeth went operative in November, 2016. We have a wide variety of stock on hand in Port Elizabeth and everybody is welcome to our premises. We invite you to order our hardcopy catalogue at no charge or download the PDF from our website, www.carlstahl.com. Our field sales is ready to see and evaluate work processes to quote on innovative and ergonomic handling solutions. Port Elizabeth will always stay the head office and we will put salesmen in other locations with potential. Now, we are concentrating on Eastern Cape and Gauteng and more to follow.

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Making our voice heard

HE Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber has had a phenomenal quarter. It has been a pivotal quarter where we have taken on new ventures and a new strategy. In the strategy - which will soon be in its execution stage - we plan to focus on Trade and Investment and developing Business Intelligence in aid of our members and businesses in the city, taking business practice in Nelson Mandela Bay to a whole new level. Connecting members and boosting our economy is at the core of our motive for this new development. The quarter has had an array of highlights – including successfully launching our very own app. The mobile platform, the NMBBC App, is

the dawn of a new era, where the Business Chamber plans to actively play a role in connecting businesses in a digital space, with a very cost-effective approach. As a business organisation we had to move with the times to stay on the pulse of business. We believe that the app, which is free to download to anyone on the App Store or Play Store, is an excellent opportunity to market Nelson Mandela Bay businesses globally. We also welcome a new membership consultant, Welma Swanepoel, to our staff complement. We, however, also received bad news during this quarter with Eskom’s request for a 19.9% tariff increase next year. The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber deems an increase of this magnitude crippling

ability to survive or their constitutional right to justice,” said Leggat. “The new laws afford employees the opportunity to defend themselves and relieves the economic burden imposed on them.” Of greatest significance is that the law now imposes a limit on the amount that may be deducted, which can be no more than 25% of a worker’s salary or wages, regardless of the number of active EAOs against them. “Before, there was no limit and I’ve personally seen workers go home penniless because their entire income was attached to debts. While everyone has a responsibility to pay their creditors, the situation was unsustainable.” She said it should be noted that the limit applies to basic income and excludes additional remuneration for overtime or other allowances. Further, authorisation of an EAO must be given by a magistrate - not the clerk of the court - at a court that has jurisdiction. Before approving the order, the magistrate must consider whether the order is just and equitable, taking into account various factors such as the size of the debt, alternatives to recover the debt, the worker’s income and their necessary expenses, existing EAOs, and more. Another protective mechanism is a clause that prohibits anyone from requiring a credit applicant to consent to a judgement, installment order or EAO prior to the granting of a loan. Those doing so may be fined or imprisoned for up to three years. Enquiry No: 11

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Brush up on new salary garnishment rules

MPLOYEES whose income is garnished to pay outstanding debts can breathe easier thanks to new legislation that was recently enacted. The result of a Constitutional Court ruling, the amendments offer greater protection to indebted persons against emolument attachment orders, the issuing and management of which have been poorly regulated in the past. Arlene Leggat, a director of the South African Payroll Association (SAPA), urged payroll practitioners to familiarise themselves with all the amendments of the new legislation. “It has a major impact on how they manage EAOs and their service to employees,” advises Leggat. “Employers who are legally obliged to enforce garnishment orders will also benefit from their administrator’s understanding of the law and how it can be applied to relieve their burden,” she said. An emolument attachment order (EAO) is an order issued by a creditor on an indebted person’s employer, known as the “garnishee”. It compels them to deduct a specified amount from the defaulting worker’s income to pay the creditor. Previously, EAOs were authorised by the clerk of the court and could be easily obtained from almost any court, regardless of where the employee works or resides, and their ability to be present to defend themselves. Any number of creditors could demand such deductions be made, without well-defined limitations. “This lack of control gave credit providers extensive power to garnish workers’ salaries or wages with little consideration for their

in the current economic climate and, if implemented, the proposed increase could have disastrous consequences for local business and the economy. The 19.9% increase is expected to translate to a 27.5% municipal tariff adjustment on July 1, 2018. Given the severe impact of such an increase on local business, the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber believes it has no option but to continue lobbying on behalf of our members on this crucial issue. We will once again make our voice heard by submitting written submissions, as well as attending the public hearings of the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa). Our presentations will be focussed on whether the tariff structure is necessary and

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SUZU production managers recently inspected the assembly line at the Struandale plant in Port Elizabeth to ensure production quality is not compromised during the reorganisation process. The production lines have been consolidated into a single platform supporting Isuzu light commercial vehicle assembly. This followed the announcement by Isuzu Motors Limited of its intention to purchase the General Motors (GM) plant in South Africa as well as GM’s 30% shareholding in Isuzu Trucks South Africa. Under the Isuzu brand, the company continues to produce the legendary Isuzu KB at its Struandale plant as well as medium and heavy-duty trucks at the Kempston Road plant. Isuzu Motors South Africa also announced a number of key leadership appointments in support of the purchase of the Isuzu related assets from General Motors South Africa, effective January 2018 and subject to various regulatory approvals: These included: Haruyasu Tanishige, Chairman; Michael Sacke, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director; Hiroaki Sugawara, Executive Vice President, Strategy and Business Planning; Craig Uren, Executive Officer Sales, Service and Marketing; and Mitsuteru Yageta, Group CFO. In addition, it announced that its Executive Committee for Isuzu Motors South Africa would comprise: Johan Vermeulen, Executive

From left, Manufacturing and Engineering Executive, Masakiyo Arai, Plant Assistant Manager, Johan Vermeulen, Production Manager, Brian Nyoka, and General Assembly Area Manager, Bentley Hiscock assess the new Isuzu KB X-Rider on the production line. Manufacturing and Supply Chain; Dominic Rimmer, Executive Technical Services; Craig Uren, Executive Officer Sales, Service and Marketing; James Rodger, Executive Finance Operations; Loren Meyer, Chief Information Officer; Denise van Huyssteen, Executive Corporate Affairs; Elvis Hermans, Executive Human Capital; and Chris Jonck, Executive Subsidiaries, Joint Ventures and Commercial Vehicles. Enquiry No: 12

Five awards for customer centre

HE Volkswagen Customer Interaction Centre (CIC), run and managed from the Volkswagen Manufacturing Plant in Uitenhage, scooped five awards at the prestigious 2017 Contact Centre Management Group National Awards held in Johannesburg recently. These professional awards recognize teams, organisations and individuals that have achieved extraordinary success in various categories within in the industry. The judging panel, consisting of industry leaders and specialists, put all nominations and entrants through a rigorous judging process. All nominees submitted per category followed an online judging process with finalists per category being chosen to advance to the face-to-face interview stage. The combined scores of the written entry and the interview then determined the winners. The standard of competition has increased each year and based on the entries received, 2017 was the most successful year yet seeing

in excess of 500 entries across all categories being put forward. The judges noted that the score differences between this year’s winners were often a decimal point or two, indicating a particularly high standard amongst the finalists. The awards won by the Volkswagen Team were: Best Contact Centre Agent – Junene Wildeman (Second place – Silver); Best Contact Centre Supervisor – Moegamat Hendricks (Third Place – Bronze); Best Contact Centre Operations Manager – Thabisa Magxwalisa (Second place – Silver); Best Use of Social Media in the Contact Centre – CIC Emerging Media Team (Second place – Silver); Best Medium Sized Outsourced Contact Centre – Third place, Bronze. The CIC at Volkswagen is made up of 150 employees that service eight different operational areas, namely: Customer Care, Office of the MD, Roadside Assistance, Dealer Helpdesk, Fleet Support Services, Emerging Media and Outbound Services. Enquiry No: 13

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High-flow pumps expand dewatering portfolio A

TLAS Copco Portable Energy has expanded its offering for the dewatering market with the launch of over 30 new heavy-duty, high-capacity pumps. This includes the addition of three high-flow models to its PAS range of centrifugal dry prime pumps. The new pumps are capable of accommodating flows of up to 1400 cubic metres per hour. “Since acquiring Varisco we’ve established a consistent presence in the dewatering market,” said Wim Moors, Vice-President Pumps, Atlas Copco Portable Energy. “The new single-brand portfolio provides our customers with the best choice and widest flexibility when selecting a high-quality pump for their application.”

Atlas Copco’s offering for the dewatering market comprises wet and dry prime centrifugal pumps for construction, drainage and emergency applications, plus specialised models for wellpoint applications and pumping abrasive liquids and bentonite mud. A new piston positive displacement pump has been launched that is specially designed to run dry without damaging internal components. According to the company, it is ideally suited for wellpoint applications where the volume and depth of water is low. The new pump range is Atlas Copco branded, although the Varisco name is retained as part of the VAR range of centrifugal wet prime pumps and will therefore remain synonymous with

first-class dewatering solutions. The Varisco brand will also continue be used exclusively for the industrial pump range. To offer customers extra flexibility, all ranges can be supplied with a diesel engine or an electric motor as part of Atlas Copco’s E-Pump concept. Furthermore, up to six modular configurations are possible per range. Dependent on the range, pumps can be supplied on a standard pump block, a basic or flexi-skid, or as part of a trailer, crate or fully containerised package. As well as its seven centrifugal and piston positive placement pump ranges, Atlas Copco offers portable submersible dewatering pumps Enquiry No: 14 as part of its WEDA+ range.

Hydrodemolition tech used in bridge rehab

AJOR structural repairs to the M1 North highway bridges over Oxford and Federation Roads in Johannesburg were recently completed. The removal of superfluous concrete in preparation was made possible through hydrodemolition, which was successfully undertaken by Total Blasting, a leading water jetting solutions company. Commissioned by WBHO Construction, in partnership with the South African National Roads Agency, the wider project included the complete rehabilitation of the bridges in Rosebank, involving major structural repairs. Hydrodemolition technology was employed to remove deteriorated concrete from the structures without any damage to existing steel reinforcement.

MG’s range of Steimel lubricant and feed gear pumps – the SF series – is used mainly on oil lube systems in mines, steel works, power stations and general industry. “SF heavy duty pumps, which offer pulsation-free pumping delivery, are designed to pump any grade of lube oil, including high viscosity oils. These pumps are particularly suitable for transporting media with some minimal lubricity, is chemically compatible and does not contain solids,” said Joe Pinheiro, BMG’s national product manager, pumps. “SF gear pumps are used as circulation pumps in oil lube systems, kidney systems and for transferring (off-loading or dispensing) of oils. These compact pumps are easy to assemble and detach.”

“Hydrodemolition comprises the use of high pressure pumps, water and robotics to break down and remove cement-based materials in situ,” said Total Blasting Director, Bradley Storer. “It is a special demolition technique that employs high volume. It can target the specific demolition area with relative precision, which supports a cleaner demolition site. Unlike conventional demolition methods like jackhammering, hydrodemolition does not damage the rebar or surrounding structure.” Challenges to the hydrodemolition aspect of the project included site access, which was limited due to the nature of the roadworks and construction as well as channeling sufficient water to site in order to feed the pumps, which

was managed by using multiple road tankers to carry the water. Technology supplied by Total Blasting for this project was specifically developed for concrete demolition and was imported from Europe and the USA. The bridge rehabilitation project was completed within deadline and three Total Blasting employees, with specialised skills in water jetting and hydrodemolition, were deployed to this project for its duration. Total Blasting boasts a track record of four years’ experience in supplying hydrodemolition tools and expertise to the Southern African market and 20 years in water jetting. “Hydrodemolition is in its infancy in Africa; the success of this project does not only represent a well-respected client that is highly satis-

Gear feed pumps for harsh applications

The standard design is supplied with a clockwise rotation, which is easily altered to anti-clockwise, by rotating the end cover plate by 180˚. The direction of delivery flow will change at the same time. An optional feature is an adjustable pressure relief valve built in the housing, for short term protection against pressure spikes. Optimum integration, with minimal tolerances of the pinions and gear wheels results in quiet, smooth running. The use of gear wheels with 12 teeth reduces delivery flow pulsation and minimises noise during operation. Shaft journals are mounted in composite bearing bushes which ensures continuous duty and extended service life. All pumps sizes can be equipped with an anti-friction bearing at the

driving end, to accommodate radial and axial forces. Standard pumps have a maximum rotational speed of 1 800 rpm for a maximum viscosity up to 380 cst and a differential pressure up to 25 bar. The maximum permissible rotational speed depends on the viscosity or lubricity of the medium. The higher the oil viscosity, the lower the speed. These pumps can handle media with a viscosity range from 5 to 50 000 cst and can withstand a temperature range between -40 ˚C and +250 ˚C. Also in the Steimel range are SF ATEX gear pumps, which provide a high degree of safety in potentially explosive environments. Type SF M feed pumps, with a magnetic coupling, are hermetically sealed and can operate safely in applications at elevated

Durable drainage pipes

IBERTEX supplies a wide range of components for advanced subsoil drainage systems, designed for use in various industries, including civil engineering, construction and agriculture. Included in this range are Drainex slotted drainage pipes, which are used in conjunction with Fibertex geotextiles and composite drainage systems that encompass geonets, fin drains and wick drains. “Drainex pipes are manufactured from high density polyethylene (HDPE) which is a chemically resistant polymer, with resistance to acids or alkali attack. These durable drainage pipes also offer high impact resistance and are UV stabilised, ensuring extended service life in arduous environments,” said Darryn Meisel, national sales director: geosynthetics, Fibertex SA. “These drainage pipes are bedded and side filled with filter material and properly compacted surrounding soil, to form a complete pipe-soil system. This robust structure can withstand loads in excess of 150 kN/m from soil pressure and other superimposed loads.”

fied with the work we have done, but opens up opportunities for hydrodemolition and water jetting in the southern African concrete repair Enquiry No: 15 sector,” Storer said.

Drainex pipes have a double-wall sandwich construction, with a corrugated external wall and a smooth inner wall, with a low coefficient of friction. This design combines high ring stiffness (>450kPa), with excellent flow characteristics, allowing for the optimum utilisation of pipe diameter. Drainage perforations are created in the valley of the corrugations to protect the pipe from blockage from drainage aggregate. Drainex is available in diameters of 75mm, 110mm or 160mm, in coils and 6m lengths. Push fit couplings and profiled sealing rings ensure reliable joining and watertight sealing of Drainex pipe fittings. Fibertex supplies a comprehensive range of other geosynthetic products into the civil engineering and mining industries. These products include nonwoven and woven geotextiles, gabions and mattresses, geosynthetic clay liners, composite cuspated drainage and leak detection systems, erosion control blankets and cellular confinement solutions. Enquiry No: 17

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temperatures and also withstand media that this difficult to seal. BMG also supplies the Steimel feed pump T series on request. These rotary gear pumps, which are designed to transport almost all media, can be used to maximum rotational speeds of 1 500 rpm, at pressures up to 16 bar. This range is suitable for food processing, paint production and for handling printing inks, bitumen and resins. Steimel Model B lubricant and feed pumps are designed to efficiently handle highly fluid media, like waste oils, greases, hardening and hydraulic oils, resins, lubricating greases and oils, as well as turbine and thermal oils. BMG offers a technical advisory service to ensure selection of the most suitable pump size Enquiry No: 16 for every specific application.

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Offering ‘infinite flexibility’ T O allow each mining customer to choose the most effective maintenance strategy for its particular conditions, Weir Minerals is offering ‘infinite flexibility’ in its range of solutions to keep its equipment operating at the lowest cost per ton over its full life cycle. According to Kobus Fourie, Global Services Manager for Weir Minerals, there is a refocus in the world of maintenance, as the mining industry gains a better understanding of the value of total asset management carried out by the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). “The involvement of the OEM in ongoing plant maintenance can really make a difference to reliability while reducing maintenance costs in the long term. So, to ensure that every customer can take advantage of these benefits, Weir Minerals is extremely flexible in how we structure our support to suit any environment,” Fourie said. These maintenance arrangements include a cost-per-ton model, which allows mines to budget a set premium for a pre-determined production rate. Another option is the repairand-exchange model, where the OEM keeps key stock related to the specific customer’s requirements, so it can supply what would normally be long

lead time items in just a few hours. He said that the OEM supplier is in the best position to understand and support their products optimally, and this is recognised by most mining companies, who will closely link their own maintenance programmes to the aftermarket services that the OEM can provide. “Through our service capacity, OEM’s are playing an increasingly important role in mining. We can do this because our knowledge base – earned through extensive and ongoing investment in research and development – is well established.” The OEM’s focus is on the capabilities and life cycle of their products, and the customer can use this focus to their advantage.

“The benefits of having an OEM maintain their own equipment far outweighs the costs, especially if you take into account the indirect cost of downtime due to the more frequent breakdowns often resulting from the use of a non-OEM part, for example.” He also emphasised the safety aspect of good maintenance strategies, reiterating the importance – for both the OEM and the customer – of a safe working environment in the plant. “If you start to alter a product with non-OEM replacement parts, it can not only put the reliability and integrity of the equipment at risk, but also the safety of the people that work around the equipment.” Fourie acknowledged that applying a long-term approach to maintenance is not always easy in the mining sector, as volatility in commodity prices creates uncertainty around the life-ofmine expectations at many operations. “A more stable outlook allows mines to make better decisions about investing in the longevity of their critical-path plant and equipment. Nonetheless, the key differentiator among mining competitors is a systematic approach to maintenance that can be applied irrespective of the prevailing economic Enquiry No: 18 climate.”

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ANIFLO Hygienic Series (HS) AODD pumps are designed to meet and exceed the strictest international regulatory guidelines for food-and-beverage applications. A statement from the company said the pumps feature “excellent product containment and a straight flow-through design that contributes to performance and enables clean-inplace (CIP) capability, critical to hygienic-process success”. These pumps also offer self-priming, dry run and deadhead capabilities, and are ideal for handling shear-sensitive products. Furthermore, Wilden Saniflo HS pumps are one of the few North American made AODD pumps that are validated by both 3-A in the area of CIP and EHEDG cleaning protocol. Wilden Saniflo HS pumps are available in four sizes from 25 mm (1”) to 76 mm (3”) and feature flow rates from 144 lpm to 874 lpm . “These pumps are available with the Pro-Flo SHIFT Air Distribution System (ADS) for outstanding energy efficiency. Additionally, these pumps exceed all CE, ATEX, USP Class VI,

1935/2004/EC and FDA CFR 21.177 requirements.” Pure-Fuse diaphragm technology incorporates a one-piece design that eliminates producttrap areas between the outer piston and diaphragm that can harbour bacteria, a critical consideration for food-and-beverage applications. “This patented design also provides an unbroken fluid-contact surface for exceptional CIP capability and reduced contamination risks.” Pure-Fuse combines food-grade plastics and elastomers with a stainlesssteel core using no adhesives or nylon fabric that can contaminate process fluids in the event of a breech. In addition, by eliminating the outer piston Pure-Fuse diaphragms experience greatly reduced abrasion, which results in longer diaphragm life. Wilden Pure-Fuse diaphragms are constructed of food-grade WilFlex (Santoprene) and Saniflex (Hytrel), and meet all FDA CFR 21.177, EHEDG and 3-A requirements.

Enquiry No: 19

Flow meter for liquids, gases now works in larger pipes

HE SA volumetric flow sensor operates using the calorimetric measuring principle. Measuring elements as well as a heat source are located on the measuring tip. The physical effect that a flowing medium absorbs heat energy and conducts it away is used. The resulting temperature change is an indication of flow. The new SA-type sensor has

been designed to detect and measure flow and temperature even in large internal pipe diameters up to 400 mm. A serial number on the device enables unambiguous traceability. This means it serves different applications. Switching outputs, analogue signals and IO-Link provide various options to further process Enquiry No: 20 the signals.

Versatile flow measurement using primary elements

OR flow measurement, operators have the choice of a large variety of measurement methods. Measurement using differential pressure is deemed particularly reliable and robust where both the pressure transmitter and primary elements are required for a complete measuring point. That’s according to ASSTech, South African distributors of Jumo, which offers two systems available in a wide range of variants. Application include the steel, glass or power plant industry, as well as in water and wastewater engineering and chemical plants. Other uses include ancilliary plants to measure compressed air, steam or other media. In both versions, the core element is the Jumo flow Trans DP R flowmeter which can be used in liquids, gases and steam. It is available in numerous nominal widths for a temperature range of between -200 and +1000 ºC and pressures up to 420 bar. The differential pressure is acquired with the Jumo dTrans P02/p20 Delta differential transmitter and converted into a proportional flow signal. The R01 meter run with ring chamber taps is used for nominal

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widths up to DN 40. It is also a primary element with ring chamber taps that has mounted inlet/outlet sections. The measuring insert is implemented as a standard orifice plate according to DIN EN ISO 5167-2 and also in accordance with the respective operating conditions. Other forms of orifice plates are available upon request. The meter runs are completely assembled and delivered ready-toinstall. As a result, possible measuring inaccuracies due to installation faults are reduced. For orifice plates DN 50 and DN 1000 the one plate RO2 is used. The measuring insert is designed as a standard orifice plate according to DIN EN ISO 5167-2 and cannot be exchanged. The compact design allows for the direct installation of the valve manifold and differential pressure transmitter on the primary element. Installation costs are reduced because differential pressure pipes do not need to be mounted. Jumo flow Trans DP R02 is available in a compact or remote mount design type. Here too, other orifice plates are available Enquiry No: 21 on request.

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Country-wide HDPE delivery ‘pipeline’

LASTI-Tech Piping Systems, provides high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes to the mining, industrial and civil engineering industries where they are being used for gas lines, water lines, wastewater lines, chemical pipelines, slurry lines, irrigation lines and pipelines in the construction of factories. “The pipes that we supply adhere to the South African National Standard (SANS) ISO 4427 HDPE PE100 standards, which is a quality standard that defines the necessary material grade, dimension tolerances and required traceability of HDPE pipes” said Bradley Chamont, Plasti-Tech Managing Member. Plasti-Tech can deliver pipes to Johannesburg, Witbank, Rustenburg and Vereeniging within one to two days. Moreover, delivery can be made to areas further into South Africa and Southern Africa in larger quantities. However, larger project quantities are manufactured on order and leads times

are determined by quantities needed. Currently, Plasti-Tech has longstanding business relationships with several local manufacturers of HDPE pipes that adhere to the SANS ISO 4427 standards and are members of the South African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association. The company also supplies other types of plastic pipes such as unplasticised polyvinyl chloride (UPVC) and polypropylene random (PPR) pipes. UPVC is used in construction and is considered a common pipe while PPR pipes are used regularly in water and plumbing systems.

Chamont said that the company started supplying pipes to the African market in 2010 and has coped with competition from larger plastic pipe providers by offering higher quality pipes and excellent service. “We offer a complete range of high quality, off the shelf, HDPE pipes, fittings and welding equipment and coupled with years of experience in the field of HDPE pipe, supply and installation, we have overcome many challenges. The company can deliver a large range of pipes anywhere in Southern Africa given enough time.” Enquiry No: 22

VSD fan and pump applications

EW to Magnet’s range of variable speed inal rating according to the system constraints. drives (VSDs) are Altivar Easy “The two modes of overload - normal 610 VSDs, which the company duty (ND) mode for applications requirsays offer improved equipment pering a slight overload and heavy duty formance, particularly in fans and (HD) mode for a significant overload, pumps, and reduce operating costs ensure efficient operation in variaby optimising energy consumption ble and constant torque applications and enhancing user comfort. associated with pumps, fans, comThe VSDs are IP 20 frequency pressors and conveyors.” inverters for controlling three phase The VSDs have a communication synchronous motors, with a power module (Fieldbus embedded: Modbus) range from 0,75 to 160 kW and a available for seamless integration into main voltage range between 380 and the main automation design. They 415 V. feature various configurable I/O option “Altivar Easy 610 VSDs have been modules as standard to facilitate adapdesigned especially for fan and pump tation to specific applications. applications in diverse industries, includThe control terminal features analogue ing water and wastewater, oil and gas, process input and output, as well as digital input and and machine control, as well as building man- relay output. This plug and play system, where agement. This robust system can withstand parameters are pre-set in the factory to speoperation in harsh environments and is able to cific configurations, saves process control and adapt to various levels of thermal stress,” said operating time. Brian Howarth, managing director, the Magnet Integrated radio interference input EMC Group. C3-level filters create leakage current to “These VSDs are designed for use in two ground and integrated DC chokes reduce haroperating modes that optimise 1the29.08.17 drive’s nommonic Anzeige_Easter_Cape_Layout 10:00 Seite 2 distortion.

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These VSDs can operate safely in a temperature range between – 15˚C and +60 ˚C. Cooling air flow is separate from the printed circuit board to avoid dust and oil corrosion. Other protective features include a protective coating on the electronic cards and busbars have a plating to prevent chemical gas corrosion. A plain text terminal or optional remote graphic display terminal, are used to control, adjust and configure the drive. These terminal display current values and are able to download and store several configuration files. Removable terminals, with an LCD backlight screen, can be connected and mounted on the front of the drive or mounted on an enclosure door, using a remote mounting accessory. Coloured control circuit terminals prevent misuse. Performance of the Altivar Easy 610 is enhanced by contactors and circuit breakers, which protect the drive’s power cables again short circuits. This system has been designed for simple installation, low maintenance requirements and efficient operating Enquiry No: 23 costs.

The case for peristaltic pumps

ERDER Pumps South Africa stock a variety of peristaltic pumps that is specifically designed to be used in mining. The company has been supplying pumps to the mining sector in South Africa for the past 15 years and believes there is a strong case for mines pumping their slurries with peristaltic pumps. In a statement, the company said a major benefit of peristaltic pumps is that they use less water than other pumps. “Hose pumps can circulate slurry SGs of 1.6 to 1.8 or up to 80% solid content. The traditional centrifugal pump loses efficiency when the slurry SG reaches 1.3 or 30% solids. With this limitation, slurry pumps have significant process water demands,” the company said. “On a plant processing 75 tonnes of ore per hour, and at 65% solids, every time a hose pump replaces a process slurry pump, it saves over 1,100 million litres of water annually because of the slurry pump’s inefficiency. On the same duty, the hose pump requires less than 25% of the process water of a slurry pump.” Peristaltic pumps also use less power. On the same 75 ore tonnes per hour plant, on thickener underflow duty at full flow, a VF125 hose pump absorbs around 35 kW whereas a slurry pump needs over 70kW: a saving of over 50%. “This directly translates into reduced electrical requirements. Power rationing is a concern for many established mines. On new developments, the infrastructure costs to import power can be considerable and can even cause significant delays and generate considerable non-mining environmental opposition.” Verder argues that peristaltic pumps increase downline efficiency and reduce overall plant size “Pulp density is critical to optimum plant performance, an increased solid content can reduce the number of post thickening filter stages, saving on the initial capital cost and reducing the footprint of mineral processing operation.” Enquiry No: 24

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MACHINE TOOLS, METALS, ALLOYS & FABRICATION Revamp for PE steel supplier

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URO Steel, Port Elizabeth recently underwent a total upgrade of both offices and warehouse with the aim of improving efficiencies and creating a more customer friendly environment. “We have increased both our stock holding and our product range and offer ‘a cut to size option’ for all product ranges,” the company said in a statement. It currently stocks stainless steel round bars from 3mm to 200mm and aluminium for 6mm to 250mm which is cut to the customer’s requirements. Its range of stainless steel sheets and plates ranges from 0.5mm to 25mm in all grades, including 3CR12, 430, 304 and 316. Its aluminium sheet and plate range goes from 0.5mm to 50mm. “We also offer a cut to size service for aluminium plates. To complement these products we carry a full range of flats, angles, tube, pipe and fittings.” Euro Steel services the entire Eastern Cape from the East London, where it has a branch, through to Mossel Bay and the interior.

Alsysco Aluminium, which is also part of the Aftmeco group, is located in Euro Steel’s premises. They supply the full range of architectural aluminium systems and fittings to the manufacturing industry in both natural anodized and powder coated options. Enquiry No: 25

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workplace protection

PEX Welding and Safety Screens are made from a specially formulated PVC. material and, according to the company, provide optimum safety in workshop environments where harsh ultra violet light and dangerous ultra violet (UV) radiation occurs during welding and grinding processes. This locally manufactured safety screen incorporates a heavy-duty UV light absorber, which safely contains all UV radiation in the curtained-off area, enhancing safety in the environment and providing a high level of protection for workers in close proximity to welding and grinding activities. “Standard tinted PVC material, while offering a visible barrier, does not provide adequate protection. Extensive tests conducted by the SABS proved that Apex Welding and Safety Screens are superior to conventional tinted material,” the company said in a statement. Tested for ultra-violet transmittance, the conventional material gave readings of 0,0005%, 0,008% and 5.0% as opposed to Apex readings of 0,005%, 0,001 and 0,005%. When tested for total visible light transmittance, the tests were conclusive – the conventional material allowed 78%, while the Apex material allowed only 15,5% light transmittance – a

dramatic difference. “Apex Welding and Safety Screens are impervious to burning, and this is of particular importance should the material come into contact with welding splatter.” Access to cordoned off areas is easy as the patented Balledge design on the individual PVC strips facilitates easy access for both personnel and equipment. The strips parts on contact and return to their original configuration ensuring an efficient close. Available in several configurations to suit individual requirements, the most popular version is the freestanding frame that facilitates both easy handling and portability. The screens’ angled feet allow optimum utilisation of the floor space and the screens can be butted together at a 90-degree angle. Enquiry No: 26

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cialist Sandvik Coromant are designed to offer improved damping characteristics. According to the company, these advanced adaptors have been developed in direct response to the need for greater metal removal rates and reduced vibration wherever long, slender milling tools are deployed. The company said the upgraded adaptors offer production engineers enhanced productivity, process security and surface finish in vibration-prone, long-overhang operations. It added that benefits such as a significant reduction of chatter and vibration make them a good choice for any machine shop looking to optimise the performance of its long milling cutter assemblies. “Inside the adaptors is a pre-tuned passive damper - a counteracting mass that acts as a shock absorber,” said Pål A. Sollie, Product and Application Specialist at Sandvik Coromant. “The damper improves the dynamic behaviour of the tool assembly to a level where there is room to achieve the best milling tool quality and unbeaten metal removal rates for a variety of milling applications with slender tools, whether it is face milling (even at high feed), deep shoulder and side milling, pocketing, slot milling, profiling, circular ramping or helical interpolation.” Additional advantages include undersized shanks which, where required, allow side clearance between the adaptor and workpiece. This permits the use of a nominal diameter cutter – rather than an oversized Enquiry No: 27 cutter.

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MOTORS, DRIVES & TRANSMISSIONS

A zest for innovation and empowerment

LECTRIC motor technology group, Zest WEG is also innovating its empowerment initiatives by facilitating ownership of its shares by two black owned Non Profit Organisations (NPOs) that directly benefits communities in need. A subsidiary of the world’s leading motor and controls manufacturer WEG, the South Africa-based Zest WEG Group said it had taken this step to create a broader based and more sustainable ownership foundation for its compliance with the new BBBEE codes of goods practice. The two NPOs, together with the company’s employees trust, now hold 51.6% of Zest WEG Electric, the South African arm of the Zest WEG Group. One of the NPOs is in the education sector and the other in the micro-enterprise support sector. The shareholding comprises 31.68% black female beneficiaries. Zest WEG Group CEO Louis Meiring said that not only will most of the beneficiaries of the NPOs be black women, but the arrangement will sustain the good work of these NPOs into the future. “Significantly, the achievement of our Level 2 BBBEE status is cer-

Mentoring apprentices, interns and trainees in various disciplines. tainly one of the best, if not the only such one, in our market sector, and we believe this initiative breaks new ground for empowerment in South Africa. It provides a model for sustainable collaboration between business and civil society while forging a more effective implementation of the original intentions of the country’s BBBEE philosophy,” Meiring said. He added that the business had always been proactive about transformation and had built the BBBEE compliance goals into its business culture. “We previously readily achieved our Level 4 status, based on our shareholding, skills development, supplier support and community investment,

and this is simply the next step in our transformation journey. Now, this ownership-related initiative takes us significantly further on our pathway as a responsible corporate citizen.” Zest WEG Group provides a range of skills development resources to schools, universities and the broader community including teaching, equipment, financial aid and infrastructure. These aim to develop local talent and capacity, bringing young learners into the business and industry. Juliano Vargas, Zest WEG Group’s logistics and operations director, said the organisation’s close relationships with these communities allowed the identification and nurturing of talent from an early stage. “With our double-digit growth, even through the recent downturn, our business is creating opportunities for job seekers, and we prepare them well to replenish the positions that our expansion requires,” Vargas said. Skills are developed in-house through apprenticeships, internships and mentoring in various disciplines and are sometimes also supported with study bursaries.

fit application needs,” said Rikus Botha, PCB Sales Manager, Rockwell Automation subSaharan Africa. “Together with the PowerFlex 7000 drive, users can now select the right feature set for their application requirements.” With an extended power range, the drive can be used for applications with output-voltage ratings up to 11 kV and motor current ratings up to 680 A, while remaining an air-cooled design. With eco-designed main cooling fans, users in Europe and other IEC-based markets can meet EC regulation 327 and ErP directive 2009, and avoid the larger footprint of a liquid-cooled drive. Internally powered cooling fans reduce customer-supplied control power requirements, and equipment and installation costs. A tertiary winding on the isolation transformer provides internal Enquiry No: 29 power for the fans.

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Continental consolidation for electrical and mechanical provider

SERS in heavy industries have a new motor control option for compressors, pumps and fans. Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 6000 medium-voltage AC drives from Rockwell Automation offer expanded, userfriendly control for variable and constant torque applications, according to the company. The latest release delivers a wider voltage range (2.4 to 11 kV) and provides 100 percent starting torque, leveraging sensor-less vector control. It says that the PowerFlex 6000 drive is easy to commission, use and maintain, with standard faceplates and EtherNet/ IP connectivity. The drive is a cost-effective solution for heavy industries with higher power needs for their applications. “Our scalable portfolio of medium-voltage drives offers a breadth of functionalities to best

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ARTHINUSEN & Coutts, a services in African countries. “A division of Actom (Pty) Ltd, critical factor is that M&C has been says it is consolidating its involved in Africa for more than role as an integrated electrical and a decade, and as such have a mechanical services provider across sound knowledge of what it takes Africa, and internationally. to deliver a quality solution to our Together with subsidiary, Actom customers in the countries in which Turbo Machines, the division offers we operate. the full range of maintenance, repair “It is our in-depth understanding and special manufacturing services of African conditions that allows our of electric motors, generators, turbo teams to get there, make a plan, machinery and other high-speed manage and execute projects; and mechanical rotating equipment. that is on an ongoing basis with Richard Botton, Divisional CEO, numerous repeat customers.” Marthinusen & Coutts (M&C), said both “We are well positioned to carry In addition, all M&C branches it and Actom Turbo Machines have a out critical projects both in Africa have direct access to the Centre long history of serving customers on the and globally, having access to all our of Excellence in Cleveland, continent. He ascribes their ongoing resources in South Africa as well as Johannesburg. Critical equipment at success to a combination of diligent our well-equipped facility in Zambia, this facility includes a 32-ton balancing planning, a culture of problem solving which provides immediate services machine, extensive testing capabilities and providing innovative solutions; to our customers in that region, with and a fully equipped machine shop a sense of urgency, industry-leading all the sought-after advantages of a including CNC machines. skills, and having the necessary local facility, plus the full backup of “While these advantages give us infrastructure and resources in place, M&C and Actom’s resources in South the competitive edge, M&C is also both in South Africa and in strategic Africa,” Botton said. adept at thinking out of the box African countries. M&C has an extensive reference and renowned for its flexibility and According to Botton, M&C is the base of successfully completed ingenuity. Our long-term strategy is only independently owned service projects, innovative maintenance to become the preferred integrated provider capable of providing solutions, record turnaround time electrical and mechanical services extensive maintenance, repair and breakdown repairs, and numerous provider for the power generation and special manufacturing solutions for on-site maintenance contracts. mining industries in Africa and across all electrical and mechanical rotating He is quick to caution about the the globe,” Botton said. SEW DRN advertEastern Cape Industrial & Business News machinery. difficulties of SEP-OCT providing2017.qxp_Layout maintenance 1 2017/07/26 4:47 PM Page 1Enquiry No: 30

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Maintenance-

Quality, regular upkeep gives engines multiple lives

SERS of equipment driven by diesel engines can look forward to many more years of economical operation if they understand that these modern engines are designed for two, three or more ‘new lives’ between overhauls; but proper maintenance goes hand-in-hand with quality remanufacturing to make this possible. That’s according to Andrew Yorke, operations director of specialist diesel engine component remanufacturer Metric Automotive Engineering, who added that, beyond their first overhaul at about 15 000 hours, most diesel engines are designed to be overhauled several times. “However, many users will try to cut corners on the maintenance side, especially under the current tough economic conditions – quickly putting pay to this valuable benefit.” The end result of poor maintenance practices is that machine ownership ends up costing more, and the potential value of a longer working life for the unit is lost. “Sadly, the situation leads to a sort of selffulfilling prophecy, where the purchasers of used equipment are even less likely to maintain it properly – arguing that it is not worth the expense,” said Yorke. “They buy used plant because they can’t afford new, but then further undermine its value by wanting to spend less on servicing too.” He said that many engines do not get the

right level of service workmanship or the best quality parts at the latter stages of their lives – so their possible longevity is cut short. “By viewing the equipment and its engine as a pure cost, the asset value and reliability is not fully realised, and the second and third lives of those engines are severely compromised as a result.” Several original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) contract Metric Automotive Engineering to remanufacture customers’ engines that are still under a maintenance plan as a positive way of protecting their warranties. “From an engineering point of view, we can see the difference between those engines that have been correctly and timeously maintained, and those that have not. The condition that these units are in varies dramatically.” He added that the component repair costs of a well-maintained engine are also significantly lower, so any savings that an end-user thought they were going to make – by reducing maintenance or by stretching service intervals – is completely nullified by the cost they pay to repair the engine components during the midlife overhaul. “Equipment users should also consider the ‘complete picture’ rather than just viewing an engine overhaul in isolation. The condition of each component has a knock-on effect on the others, so they need to consider the transmission, the cooling system, the air filtration and

PE’s electrical ‘playground’

CDC Express stores were formed in 2007 as a retail extension to the supply chain network of ACDC Dynamics founded in 1984. The Port Elizabeth branch is the Official Distributor of the ACDC Dynamics product range within the Eastern Cape. Its target market includes retail household (DIY) and contractors as well as the agricultural, commercial, mining, manufacturing and

industrial sectors. The product range of over 80000 individual encapsulates security, hygiene, automation, telemetry systems, pumps, electric motors and gearboxes, switchgear and instrumentation, energy management and power factor control, solar, tools, wiring and cable management and lighting. Among the brand it stocks are Gewiss,

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B other elements.” If these components are not in good condition, they will in turn compromise the engine; indeed, an overhauled engine could even introduce power levels to the other components that they are no longer in a position to deal with sustainably. Yorke emphasised that for owners of poorly maintained engines, the extra costs incurred during the remanufacturing process might still be the least of their worries. “There are plenty of worst case scenarios for an unmaintained engine. For instance, lack of maintenance could lead to premature failure, where the equipment has to be withdrawn unexpectedly from service with all the related costs due to project disruption.” Even worse than that, the customer could experience a catastrophic engine failure, where there are components damaged to the point that they cannot be salvaged or remanufactured. Enquiry No: 31

Terasaki, Datalogic, C&S Electric, Rhomberg, Weicom, Moel, Orbis And Oerre. “ACDC Express is an electrical playground that has been created in the form of an electrical supermarket offering a unique and convenient shopping experience allowing you to browse at leisure,” the company said in a statement. “Our staff can offer solutions and advice that is tailored to suit your specific needs and our products offer the needed quality to get the job Enquiry No: 32 done right every time.”

MG’s Timken Quick-Flex couplings are designed to transmit torque from a driving shaft to a driven shaft and to accommodate shaft misalignment within the drive. These maintenance-free couplings also dampen vibration and torque fluctuations and smooth torsional shock loads “An advantage of Quick-Flex drive couplings over conventional units is direct replacement with virtually all comparable sized couplings. Quick-Flex couplings require no lubrication and are also easy to install and maintain,” said Carlo Beukes, general manager, power transmission, BMG. “Due to the high torque capacity of this range, the selected QF solution is often smaller than the replaced coupling. This leads to a major weight saving on the drive and also reduces stress on other components. These couplings are ideal for heavy start ups of shock loads because they have an impact load capacity in excess of 200% of the maximum torque rating.” Timken Quick-Flex couplings consist of two steel coupling hubs which are attached to the drive and driven shaft. A urethane element wraps around the two hubs and provides an effective drive mechanism. The only spare part required is a standby element that can be quickly changed when necessary. The cover, which secures the insert in place, can be installed on either side of a standard coupling hub and will not move under misalignment. Once the two coupling hubs, insert and cover have been installed and aligned for the first time, the coupling hubs do not need to be moved again for the life of the equipment. Unlike a standard jaw-type or gear coupling, there is no metal to metal contact between the hubs. This prevents any possible damage to the ironware during an element failure. The urethane insert can be easily changed without moving the hubs or shafts and no re-alignment of components is necessary. Inserts, which are resistant to chemicals, are manufactured from different grades of urethane to suit various industries. The red insert is made from relatively soft urethane and is suitable for most high-speed applications with high levels of vibration. This insert is also designed for quick starting and stopping of high inertial loads and for reversing applications. Quick-Flex couplings, with the stiffer blue insert for higher torque applications, can withstand operation in temperatures between -50˚C and +100˚C and are an efficient replacement for gear, disk or grid style couplings. White inserts are manufactured from a heat resistant urethane compound for high torque, high temperature applications, up to +177˚C. Couplings with the black insert can withstand extremely high torque requirements, replacing gear style couplings. Quick-Flex couplings are compatible with shaft sizes from 10 mm to 286 mm and can accommodate a wide speed range – from below 100 rpm, to 12 000 rpm. Torque ratings range from 43 Nm to 188 795 Nm, depending on the selected element and cover design. The flexibility of this design makes these couplings suitable for many applications - from high speed/low torque/excessive vibration drives, to a low speed/high torque application. Enquiry No: 33

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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY, SECURITY & FIRE PROTECTION

Gearing women up for work

ORE women are choosing traditionally male-dominated roles. According to the Department of Labour’s Employment equity report of 2016, of the 13.2% of women employed in the mining industry, 11% form part of the operational mining workforce in South Africa. The construction industry employs 10.9% women, many in labour-intensive roles. Even though these figures are relatively low, before 1994, these industries were almost exclusively made up of men. With more women entering these male-dominated environments, employers have had to rethink various workplace norms such as the introduction of separate male and female changing facilities and offering childcare services. Given the dangers inherent to these industries, workplace safety is high on their agendas. In addition to conducting regular safety training, a priority area for both industries is ensuring employees are equipped with the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which includes items such as safety

boots, dust-masks, eye and ear safety gear, gloves and overalls. A worrying trend is for employees to remove their safety gear if it is uncomfortable or illfitting, even if the consequences could be dire. For women, this is an even bigger issue as most apparel and equipment is specifically designed for men. Fortunately, this has begun to change. Business Unit Head of Innovative PPE Solutions, a subsidiary of Innovative Solutions Group, Anton Zwanepoel, says with more women entering the mining, engineering and construction sectors, as well as other maledominated industries such as transport and security, work-wear producers have had to extend their ranges to accommodate them. “Amongst our clients, we have definitely noticed an increase in women working in the more male dominated industries such as construction and security. We also supply workwear to the hotel, food and farming industries, which employ significantly more women.

“Because women are built differently, safety garments and apparatus need to be designed to accommodate these differences. Today, women in mining don’t have to battle with overalls since the two-piece Conti Suit was introduced. Goggles and hard hats are adjustable and there is an entire range of safety boots specifically designed for women,” he says. He adds that safety officers are responsible for choosing the most appropriate garments for the job at hand. “The Occupational Health and Safety Act states that any organisation that employs more than 20 people needs a safety officer. Larger organisations require a minimum of one safety officer for every 100 employees, depending on industry specific safety requirements.” “This legislation is closely monitored. After all, no company wants accidents or fatalities at their sites. We continually assess our workwear to ensure we offer the best possible solution for our clients. Enquiry No: 34

Championing informal settlement Fire Heroes

IRE Hero is a ‘smart’ educational strategy that combines leadership training and critical survival skills for residents of informal settlements. The programme is a corporate social responsibility initiative of Fire & Security Techniques of Centurion. The company was a key exhibitor at the City of Tshwane’s Winter Awareness Campaign in the Kopanong informal settlement recently. This was aimed at informing residents about fire awareness and safety during winter, when the risk of fire is the greatest. City of Tshwane Emergency Management Services, Disaster Management, and Metro Police gave presentations, in addition to Omolemo Omogolo Burn Survivors South Africa. “With trained Fire Heroes in high-risk areas such as informal settlements, the risk of fire hazards will be minimised. This will not only result in fewer casualties and damage to property and loss of possessions, but it will reduce the environmental impact of fires,” Fire & Security Techniques’ Neil Hughes said. “It’s not just local communities who stand to

benefit from our Fire Hero programme, but the entire economy as a whole, due to the inherent job-creation prospects,” he added. The programme involves basic training to Fire First Mate level, in order to be able to identify fire risks. Fire Hero status is achieved upon completing additional modules with the Fire Protection Association of South Africa. Hughes said his company was in discussion with local government departments such as Social Development and Housing and Human Settlements to have the Fire Hero programme recognised formally. “We would like to work in conjunction with the City of Tshwane’s Chief Fire Officer in providing professional firefighting training. Our vision is to get the various fire departments involved in training residents from all informal settlements. It is envisaged that the

various fire departments ‘adopt’ a Fire Hero, and follow his or her respective career path as a potential community leader.” Fire & Security Techniques also gave a live demonstration of its latest FST Fire Orb portable fire extinguisher technology, which it said was ideal as a first-response fireprevention method for informal settlements lacking both the necessary expertise and equipment. The extinguisher activates automatically when it comes into contact with fire. The unique ball-shaped design avoids potentially hazardous issues such as refilling of powder. The devices are simply rolled onto any fire, where they activate and quickly douse any flames, without posing any danger to residents in close proximity. “We are in discussions with the relevant local authorities in the City of Tshwane to adopt the FST Fire Orbs as a standard fire-suppression system that can be rolled out quickly and costeffectively for informal settlements,” Hughes Enquiry No: 35 said.

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INDUSTRIAL CLEANING Walk-behind floor scrubber-dryer

HE Tennant T300 walk-behind floor scrubber-dryer is ideal for hard surface conditions, according, Goscor Cleaning Equipment (GCE), the exclusive South African distributor of the product. “It delivers high performance and consistent results, while slashing cleaning costs for the lowest total cost of ownership,” said GCE National Sales Manager Peter Esterhuizen. The standard T300 is available with a range of optional features to boost its costeffectiveness and flexibility. This includes ec-H2O NanoClean technology, with an

optional Severe Environment switch to eliminate secondary cleaning operations, where the risk of slips and falls is aggravated. The technology utilises an onboard e-cell to generate electrically-converted water, producing millions of microscopic bubbles known as nanobubbles to boost cleaning efficiency. The Insta-Click magnetic head allows pads and brushes to be positioned ergonomically for faster installation. Additional features of the T300 include easily-accessible Hygenic tanks to reduce mould, bacteria, and other contaminants that grow in enclosed tanks. The vacuum motor allows the machine to achieve a low noise level of 65 dBA and to increase water recovery. Quiet-Mode reduces noise levels for uninterrupted daytime cleaning. An easy-fill port makes cleaning the machine that much simpler and faster, as well as reducing the possibility of any spills. An onboard charger with fan and integrated venting allows the batteries to be charged safely with the lid closed. The optional flow-control valve reduces the drain flow rate, and the risk of contact with dirty Enquiry No: 36 recovery water.

Practice mindful recycling

ETPAC-SA, the new industry body representing the interests of the local metal packaging industry, joined forces with the various packaging streams in South Africa during the month of September to encourage households to practice mindful recycling as part of Clean-up and Recycle SA week (11-17 September). “More than a third of the aluminium currently produced globally originates from old, traded and new scrap,” said Delanie Bezuidenhout, CEO of MetPac-SA. “The high intrinsic value of metal scrap has always been the main impetus for recycling, independent of any legislative or political initiatives. “In addition to this obvious economic dimension, growing environmental concerns and heightened social responsibility, have served to boost recycling activity in order to conserve resources and to avoid littering.” MetPac-SA is a Product Recovery Organisation (PRO) that brings together the entire metals packaging value chain in South Africa and gives the aluminium, steel and tin can industries a unified voice when presenting

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views, making recommendations or voicing opinions. These industry leaders work together to ensure that they support the greater packaging industry’s vision of “Zero Waste to the Environment”. Aims include cleaning-up of the environment, maximising diversion of metal packaging from landfill, increasing collection and recycling rates of metal packaging, ensuring that the manufacturing sector has access to a steady stream of good quality and clean recyclables, finding and developing new markets for recyclate, and reducing raw material consumption by driving the increased use of recycled materials. “Whilst many households in South Africa do excellent work when it comes to recycling their beer and soft drink beverage cans thanks to successful school competitions run by Collecta-Can, we believe that this is just the tip of the iceberg. Our waste management partners such as WastePlan and The New Reclamation Group confirm that they also readily accept and recycle metal food cans and aluminum food packaging at their commercial sites,” Enquiry No: 37 Bezuidenhout said.

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able multifunction vibration screening tool that provides quantifiable information on a bearing and the overall health of motors and other rotating equipment. According to the company, the device is ideal for frontline mechanical troubleshooting teams that need reliable and repeatable measurements of rotating equipment to make imperative go/no-go maintenance decisions. “Most vibration pens and other screening devices, currently on the market, provide an overall number for vibration condition and some also provide an overall number for bearing condition. Due to inadequate design and measurement technology, users consider most vibration products to be unreliable and difficult to understand. Some experts even refer to them as toys,” the company said in a statement. Fluke said it conducted customer research and the findings highlighted shortcomings in other vibration screening pens and devices. “Fluke’s design engineers then responded by producing the 805 vibration meter - certainly not a toy – but a vastly superior meter on every front.” It provides quantifiable results of bearing condition, overall vibration and temperature, assesses condition severity using text-based alerts, and exports and trends data using builtin templates. “It is more accurate, and more user-friendly tool that improves day-to-day Enquiry No: 38 machine checks."

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COMPANY & PRODUCT NEWS

ISO certifications for carmaker

URING the annual OHSE and Quality audits conducted by lead auditors from Tuev Nord and Volkswagen AG, Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) was again awarded the ISO 9001:2015 certification and successfully transitioned to the new VDA 6.1:2016 certification. VWSA also obtained extensions on current system certifications,

namely ISO 14001, ISO 50001 and BS: OHSAS 18001. This annual VWSA Management System audit shows that the company is compliant with the latest international standards. In addition, VWSA has also been re-certified to the Conformity of Production standards (German National and International Road Traffic Legislation - KBA). Thomas Bunge, Auditor from Tuev

Nord Certification Body, responsible for auditing Occupational Health, Safety, Environmental and Energy Systems at many Volkswagen Plants worldwide, announced at the final meeting that Volkswagen Group South Africa had successfully managed to keep a strong focus on OHSE system improvements. He noted that this achievement was significant given the complexities and change points VWSA is currently experiencing due to the ramp up phase of the new vehicle. This confirms that in terms of Occupational Health, Safety, Environmental and Energy requirements VWSA is ready and able to achieve success in the production of the new vehicles. “We advised VWSA to continue focussing on minimising random incidents. All employees must be encouraged to practise good work habits and be able to identify all possible hazards that can be actioned through the robust systems already

in place in the company,” commented Bunge. Bunge highlighted that the OHSE Systems at VWSA continued to show exceptional improvements and results. During the intensive audit the following strengths in the OHSE Systems were noted by Bunge, energy and environmental objectives and targets, waste separation project, chemical management project and risk Management to name a few. Harald Brandt and Kay Jürgensen, Auditors also from Tuev Nord Certification Body, responsible for the Quality Audit, noted that although a few minor non-conformities were found, the company has a functioning and effective management system based on the standards audited. These systems and standards are adhered to by the employees and the auditors considered all findings as non-system critical. This achievement of the certification guarantees that the Uitenhage plant has the management systems

in place as a pre-requisite for export to international customers; it also ensures the continuation of VWSA’s export programme and provides assurance to customers, suppliers and employees that VWSA is compliant with international standards. “The Quality Management System is based on ISO9001 and the additional automotive specific requirements of VDA6.1. This standard has recently been revised and upgraded and as VWSA we are proud to be the first company in the VW Group to achieve this specific certification,” said Thomas Schaefer, Chairman and Managing Director: Volkswagen Group South Africa. With over 1.1 million certificates issued worldwide, ISO 9001 helps organizations demonstrate to customers that they can offer products and services of consistently good quality, it also acts as a tool to streamline processes, making them more efficient.

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Online crane advisory tool comes to SA

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Name change for fishing brand JSE listed Premier Food and Fishing Limited’s (PFF) shareholders approved the name change to Premier Fishing and Brands Limited (PFB) by majority vote at a recent general meeting of shareholders. PFB is one of South Africa’s oldest and most established black economic empowered fishing companies and is listed under the Farming, Fishing and Plantations sector of the JSE’s Main Board. Samir Saban, chief executive officer of PFB said, “I am happy with the support received by our shareholders for the approval of the new name, Premier Fishing and Brands Limited. T he name change ushers in a new and exciting era for the company following its successful listing earlier this year”. Enquiry No: 41

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Awards hat trick for development corporation T HE Coega Development Corporation (CDC), operator of the Coega Special Economic Zone (SEZ), has been recognised for its dedication to job creation initiatives and excellent services to export orientated investors. The award by the Exporters Club was described by Dr Ayanda Vilakazi, CDC unit head Marketing & Communications, “as an achievement that demonstrates the organisations commitment to delivering world class services to investors and its broader client base”. The CDC has been recognised consistently over the past three years for its contribution to job creation on various projects including hav-

ing created over 7 243 operational jobs within the Coega SEZ at the end of the Financial Year 2016/17. “We are certainly proud of this achievement, especially in the context of the numerous recognitions the CDC has received in this year alone,” added Vilakazi. The CDC has received two other awards in the current financial year: Infrastructure Development winner at the Vision 2030 Awards and the Best International Trade Marketing Specialist - South Africa at the Sub-Saharan Enterprise Awards 2017. Recently the CDC announced that over 452 jobs had been created as a result of the boom-

Thai delegation visits PE port

RANSNET National Ports Authority (TNPA) recently welcomed a delegation led by Thailand Ambassador Dr. Pornchai Danvivathana to the Port of Port Elizabeth. The purpose of the visit was to establish how trade could be accelerated between Thailand and South Africa, while giving the Thai delegation an insight into the port’s daily operations. The visit was concluded with a port tour. South Africa’s main exports to Thailand include stainless steel, aluminium, flatrolled iron and steel, paper pulp, chemicals, fresh fruit and ferro-alloys. Thailand’s main export products to South Africa include motor car parts and accessories, par-boiled rice, computers, motor cars, canned fish, washing machines and refrigerators. The TNPA delegation was led by Chief

ing construction in the SEZ. The projects currently at various phases of construction include the Customs Control Area (CCA) – 90 jobs, BAIC Ring Road Project – 4 jobs, BAIC construction site Proudly holding the certificates is , fromAyabonga (Automotive sector) – 144 jobs, Mkanyelwa, Phuthuma Kotso, Senzo Kubheka and MM Engineering (Energy Sector) – Sigourney Bruintjies. 89 jobs, Kenako Construction – 76 jobs, and Osho Cement (Metals sector) – 49 jobs. zens who rely on the opportunities provided by “We are certainly mindful of the socio eco- the Coega SEZ through these projects,” said nomic-environment in which we are operating Vilakazi. under. Therefore, every job created is critical Enquiry No: 42 in putting food on the table of many of our citi-

“ From left, Transnet National Ports Authority Chief Operating Officer, Phyllis Difeto and (right) Ambassador of the Kingdom Thailand, H.E Dr. Pornchai Danvivathana Operating Officer, Phyllis Difeto. Enquiry No: 43

Anti-fracking alliance set to challenge regulations in court

KEEP your exploration and fracking plans on ice.” This was the advice from Marcus Pawson, AfriForum’s Head of Environmental Affairs, to delegates attending the Academy of South African Scientists (ASSAF) conference in Port Elizabeth recently. Some delegates were surprised and others happy to learn that AfriForum and Treasure Karoo Action Group (TKAG) had formed an alliance and would be meeting the Department of Mineral Resources (DMR) in court in February next year. Pawson told the media that the court action focused on the unsuitability of the regulations that govern shale gas exploration and production. The alliance had asked the court among other things to set the regulations aside – an outcome that would affect every shale gas and allied exploration or production activity. Pawson confirmed that the alliance would write to every exploration applicant to inform them of the impending court action. Jonathan Deal, Treasure Karoo Action Group’s CEO, noted that the conference theme, “Towards a science action plan” indicated that the ASSAF had already decided that shale gas exploration (and ultimately production) would go ahead in South Africa. “We find this extraordinary given the clear messages of pollution and ancillary risks that are highlighted in the 2017 ASSAF and CSIR reports on the issue of fracking in South Africa. In these reports, the scientists – arguably the best in South Africa – were unequivocal in describing pollution and other events as ‘inevitable’,” he said. Pawson added that in light of the drought gripping South Africa, we had to ask ourselves on behalf of all South Africans whether it made

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sbourne Samukelo Mbambani (pictured) from ArcelorMittal has won first prize in the Student category at the 5th International Arc Cup Welding Competition in Shanghai, China during the week of 24 – 28 June 2017. In total 16 countries participated in the event with Russia alone entering 26 competitors in all categories! “This is an absolutely amazing result,” says Etienne Nell, SAIW business development manager, S.A. team leader in China and Senior Category judge. “Samukelo simply blew everyone away with his attitude, skill and application. Given the facts that: he had never even been on an overseas trip before; that he competed against dozens of the best young welders in the world in a strange country; and that the marking was amongst the strictest of any world competition, what he achieved was nothing short of miraculous,” Nell says. He adds that Samukelo’s relaxed, humorous and easy-going approach was matched with an incredible discipline and willingness to give of his best. “He was the perfect competitor and was a credit to himself, the SAIW Enquiry No: 45 and South Africa.

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New technology may assure bitumen quality S PRAYPAVE has acquired technology new to the African continent that it believes will help resolve the shortage of high grade bitumen for asphalt production. SprayPave, a leading manufacturer and supplier of bitumen, modified binders and emulsions for road construction, has procured a multistage bitumen converter that changes bituminous products from one grade to another. This enables SprayPave to enhance the penetration grades of bitumen required to produce asphalt. The 20-ton-per-hour multistage bitumen converter was acquired from Technix Industries in New Zealand, a company that has been in the bitumen business for over 100 years and is a global leader in bitumen technologies. The unit, located at SprayPave’s Cape Town plant, is the second to be commissioned worldwide after Fiji. “We can now achieve predictable and repeatable conversion of penetration grade

Danashia Padyachee, SprayPave technical manager, tests bitumen produced by the converter bitumen available from South African refineries to grades that are both lower in penetration and higher in softening point than the feedstock bitumen,” said Eddie Jansen van Vuuren,

Fibres for added fire protection for concrete

HE recent Knysna wildfires and building fires in Johannesburg, as well as underground mine fires, are a reminder of the value of specialised construction materials in passive fire protection, especially in reducing explosive spalling. That’s according to Chryso Southern Africa, a leading supplier of concrete and cement admixtures and ancillary products. It is the local distributor of Adfil Ignis monofilament polypropylene fibres used in concrete mixes to enhance the fire rating of concrete structures. The product has been successfully applied in tunnels, sprayed linings, precast segments and pumped concrete behind slip-formed shuttering. In a move that will bring this technology closer to home, Adfil recently appointed Chryso Southern Africa as its partner to grow its fibre business into Africa. There will also be collaboration between Adfil and specialist South African company Oxyfibre, which has developed patented surface technologies and nano-technologies for polypropylene fibres. It has also treated and supplied fibres to Chryso Southern Africa for almost two decades.

general manager of SprayPave. “Following several months of testing, we are delighted to have received SABS test results which show that 50/70 produced conforms to the SANS 4001-BT1 specification.” Bitumen is an essential component of asphalt as a binder. It is produced by refineries as a byproduct of crude oil, but can only be supplied in broad grade ranges that seldom meet asphalt design specifications. The multistage bitumen converter uses pressure, heat and air to precisely convert bituminous refinery feedstocks into superior quality bitumen. The softness, penetration index and physical properties of the bitumen can be changed to meet exact design specifications. Jansen van Vuuren said that this technology addresses current and future issues around bitumen supply in South Africa, particularly in regions such as the Western Cape where refineries are unable to provide suitable penetration grades of bitumen for road binders.

Adfil Ignis monofilament polypropylene fibres have been successfully applied in tunnels According to Izak Louw, operations manager at Oxyfibre, fire can cause explosive spalling in concrete structures when ‘free water’ in the concrete pores – water that has not been consumed during the hydration reaction and remains unused in the concrete – becomes steam when exposed to fire and causes explosions that break up the concrete. “Falling concrete then presents a serious safety risk, and the integrity of the concrete structure is also compromised,” said Louw. To enhance the fire rating of concrete structures and reduce the risk of spalling, Adfil’s polypropylene fibres are added to the concrete mix for the purpose of increasing permeability during heating, thus reducing Enquiry No: 47 pore pressures.

The converter can modify 70/100 penetration grade bitumen to 50/70 or even 10/20, which is required for new high modulus asphalt designs.” With certain chemical additives, the converter can also produce multigrade bitumen with specifications and performance characteristics spanning several penetration grades. “This is particularly significant as it will help manufacturers to comply with the new Performance Grade (PG) bitumen specifications in South Africa,” he said. These specifications aim to improve the assessment of deformation resistance, fatigue properties, long term performance and cracking potential of bitumen as an asphalt binder. By enhancing bitumen penetration grades, the multistage bitumen converter can help asphalt producers to ensure they are using multigrade bitumen products complying with the PG specifications. Enquiry No: 46

Proximity detection myths busted in demo

HERE remains an ongoing need to inform and educate mining industry stakeholders on compliance with the legislated requirements as well as the correct application of Proximity Detection System (PDS) technology. This is according to Graeme Jardine, general manager field services at Booyco Electronics, who said the company was recently given the opportunity to do this by the South African Colliery Engineers Association (SACEA). In presenting Booyco Electronics’ PDS offering to SACEA members, the company’s managing director Anton Lourens discussed the differentiators the company’s PDS offers users of trackless underground equipment in hazardous and fiery environments. “The presentation was followed by a practical demonstration and although this could not be conducted underground and was done on surface, the advantages of the Booyco PDS were evident to all that attended,” Jardine said. Included in the demonstration was the operational functionality of the Booyco PDS as well as its full intervention capability. Jardine said that should the operator fail to stop of his

own accord, it is possible for the vehicle to be stopped using the Booyco PDS and interfacing with the OEM. The practical demonstration was conducted using a Fermel LHD equipped with the Booyco PDS, highlighting this locally manufactured product’s capability on the newest equipment available. In addition, a simulation was done using an older model diesel engine that was trailer mounted and supplied by ECS. This showed that the Booyco PDS works equally as effectively and with the same level of compliance on previous generation equipment. Enquiry No: 49

Precision over long distances

EUZE distance sensors have a reputation for accuracy over both small and large distances. These sensors are used everywhere geometric parameters such as height or width need to be determined and, according to the company, are characterised by high resolving capacity at high measurement rates. The Leuze ODSL 30 is capable of measuring distances on black objects up to 30 metres away and on bright objects that are as far as 65 metres away. The sensor resolution of 1 mm facilitates highly accurate measurements with an accuracy ratio of +/-2 mm over the

complete measurement range. By automatic adjustment of the exposure time to the intensity of light, independence from the reflectivity properties of an object can be achieved further ensuring the accuracy of the measurement values. The unit also has a referencing function which prevents fluctuations in measurement value. The unit is equipped with an integrated display which shows the measurement values and this allows the sensor to be easily adapted to the measurement application at hand.

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Name change for polystyrene industry body

HE Polystyrene Packaging Council, the Product Recovery Organisation (PRO) for Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) and High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) in South Africa, has announced that it is changing its corporate name to the Polystyrene Association of South Africa. “With the recent steps taken to formalise industry bodies representing the various PROs, and in our dealings with government and end-markets, it became clear that we needed to relook our purpose, role and positioning within the Industry Waste Management Plan (IWMP),” said ‎Executive Director Adri Spangenberg. “Whilst technically Council is regarded a statutory body, we will not be fulfilling this role in light of the more formalised industry representation which is currently

underway.” The majority of PROs in South Africa are established as Voluntary Associations. In line with the general characteristics, the Polystyrene Association is regulated by Common Law, has an open membership and is managed from within by general members or a management/ steering committee according to a Constitution drawn up by members. “By doing away with the word ‘packaging’ in our name, we also wanted to include more players in the industry wanting to join us as members. The polystyrene market has grown considerably since we started more than 10 years ago, and participation is no longer just limited to the manufacturers of food packaging material. Enquiry No: 50

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Lightweight but robust

VER the last few years, the manufacturing sector for smaller-load handling cranes of under a ton has been experiencing some dynamic development. The vacuum and handling technology specialist Schmalz was one of the first manufacturers to launch a fully developed system of lightweight aluminium crane systems back in 2006. Distributed in sub-Saharan Africa by Hytec Group Company Tectra Automation, Schmalz systems are driving the supply of highly responsive and ergonomic manually controlled systems to market, according to the company. Loads weighing under a ton are handled in practically every logistics process, and lightweight crane systems have a huge number of application areas, where fast handling speeds and an increasing pressure of supply are demanding facilities to increase their handling efficiency.

In warehouses and forwarders, where the goods moved are predominantly toward the lower end of the lifting capacity range, the need here is for manually operated crane systems for rapid handling. Responsive lifting aids are also indispensable in production and assembly processes. “Schmalz lifting solutions cover the entire range. We see major potential for aluminium crane systems in

Next generation of hydraulic filter elements

RIVE and control specialist Bosch Rexroth has introduced a new range of hydraulic filter elements, incorporating new materials that, according to the company, enhance filtration performance for hydraulic systems while reducing operating costs through increased service life. The new PURE POWER range of elements has been designed using new micro-glass material that, due to the very small diameter of the fibres, increases interstitial spaces in the same given area to trap and retain 50% more contaminant particles than the range it is replacing. This, said the company, means overall reduced cost of filter elements, their disposal and associated labour, as well as equipment downtime. “Hydraulic fluid contamination

remains the primary cause of system failures, with over 80% of all hydraulic system failures due to contaminated fluid, so the need to optimise filtration performance is vital,” said Sandor Bottyan, General Manager at Hytec Fluid Technologies (HFT). “The new Pure Power filter elements draw on state-of-the-art materials technology and Bosch Rexroth’s extensive industry experience to deliver long service life and optimum performance in a broad spectrum of industry applications.” To meet the requirements of ISO 16889:2008 (the international standard for evaluating filter performance), any filter element must have a ß-value

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the automobile industry, for instance, which is considered a pioneer in ergonomic workplace designs,” said Malan Bosman, Products Manager – Pneumatics, Tectra Automation. Workplace ergonomics are becoming more and more important to both employees and companies, with health and safety constantly growing in importance. In logistics facilities in particular, where workers have traditionally been exposed to heavy loads requiring fast and frequent movement, ergonomic goods handling is seen as paramount in reducing the physical demands of traditional handling and in providing health-oriented facilities. Ergonomics don’t just improve worker safety, by reducing worker fatigue they increase productivity and motivation. Cranes – and especially aluminium cranes, which are easy to operate yet highly robust – are playing a vital role Enquiry No: 51 here.

used in the construction of the grating allow the product to be installed in extremely harsh applications where corrosion is a factor. “The product offers excellent corrosion resistance coupled with increased strength, long life and enhanced safety benefits, and over time has proven itself in demanding applications including industrial facilities and wastewater treatment plants,” Quinlan said. “While the cost of material is always an important criterion, it does not always reflect the total cost of a project. It is essential for design engineers to consider the related cost of installation as well as the maintenance of floor grating over time.” He added that fibreglass floor grating is simple to install and requires no welding or end banding. It is also lightweight making it easier to install large sections. This translates into lower installations costs. The structural integrity of the product is enhanced as the corners on the inside of the square opening are moulded to a small radius. During construction, the bars are tapered towards the bottom and this prevents buildup of debris and makes cleaning simple. By optimising the glass fibre content, not only is it corrosion resistant but the load bearing capacity is optimised. Quinlan said that the one piece moulded construction results in enhanced strength in both directions and eliminates loosening of the product with repeat use. Fibreglass is non-conductive and is not affected by temperature fluctuations. It also provides electrical insulation making it suitable for all applications. The product will not rust and does not need painting or coating. It is also not affected by the sun and does not become brittle and break. Quinlan says it is virtually maintenance-free which can be a major long-term cost saving. Enquiry No: 53

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New, expanded machinery safety guide

OCKWELL Automation has released the latest version of its popular ‘Machinery Safebook’ publication, a guide to safety-related control systems for machinery. Machinery Safebook 5 expands on previous versions with a host of new information, examples and calculations. The 146-page booklet has been authored by subject matter specialists and is structured into easy-to-digest chapters, covering: regulations, standards, strategies, calculations, design concepts, application examples and tools. New and revised content in Machinery Safebook 5 includes: • Risk estimation changes Updated from ‘Safebook 4’, this will allow readers to select the approach they need from official published guides and standards. • Risk graph The ‘Probability of occurrence of a hazardous event’ has been introduced in accordance with the latest edition of EN ISO 138491, providing the possibility for decreasing the PLr by one level

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for use in machinery safety and looks at them from a technology viewpoint. There is also a section on engineering software and guidance tools to help streamline machinery safety projects. Over 20 000 copies of Safebook 4 are currently in circulation. With the release of Machinery Safebook 5 in multiple languages, the company said it would expand on this circulation, offering guidance to even more machinery safety professionals. v The guide is available in eight languages, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Polish and Czech. Japanese and Portuguese will be available shortly. The book is free and can be downloaded as a pdf file or requested as a hard copy document, which will be posted to the requestor’s address.

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Mini excavators help agricultural netting company boost bottom line

HEN PlusNet’s Chris Vermeulen was introduced to the Kubota U-50 mini-excavators at Smith Power Equipment’s (SPE) Nampo 2017 stand, it did not take long for him to make up his mind. “I was immediately impressed with their power to size ratio, their manoeuvrability in tight spaces and their range of features which promoted efficiency. So, we bought three units with attachments including augurs, breakers and stand-

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Water tanks help tackle the drought

ITH the Eastern Cape still battling to recover from the crippling drought, there is growing interest in water storage solutions. That’s according to Rainbow Reservoirs, a BBBEE Level 4 manufacturer and supplier of premium quality Zincalume sealed, boltedsteel modular tanks for bulk water or liquid storage in the province. “These tried-and tested, engineer-designed tanks range in capacity from 5000 litres to 2,6 million litres. Tough, durable and virtually maintenance-free, Rainbow Reservoirs tanks are expertly installed on-site, even in the remotest, difficult to reach areas,” the company said in a statement. Tanks of less than 360 000 litres require no concrete foundation – they are installed directly

onto a levelled bed of fine sand. Larger tanks are installed on a concrete ring beam, with no ‘slab’ required. Tanks can be dis-assembled/reassembled, come in 11 different colour options, and can be installed in your preferred height or diameter configuration. Inert, potability-certified liners prevent water from coming into contact with the steel, ensuring that stored water is odourless, colourless and has no taste residue. Tanks are completely sealed with free-standing steel-domed roofs that prevent ingress of dust, insects and even light, which prevents algal growth. According to the company, this makes them perfect for agricultural applications such as irrigation/sprinkler tanks or for water supply to pack-houses, abattoirs, dairies, and foodprocessing facilities They are also widely used

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S in industrial, hospitality, municipal, residential/ community and fire-fighting applications. The tanks are also ideal for rainwater harvesting. “Thousands of litres of free rainwater can be harvested seasonally from the roof surfaces of households, factories, sheds or conveniently located buildings.” An optional, mechanical water level indicator makes for easy monitoring from a distance. Enquiry No: 56

Paraffin safety campaign comes to EC

HE annual Engen KlevaKidz has kicked off in the Eastern Cape with its unique brand of industrial theatre set to engage and educate learners across South Africa about the importance of paraffin safety. Engen KlevaKidz opened at Gugulethu Senior Primary School in Ngqamakhwe on 13 September, visiting 30 school in the area until the end of the month. Engen are South Africa’s leading supplier of paraffin, through the Laurel Paraffin brand. Engen KlevaKidz takes the form of an interactive educational stage drama relaying key

safety messages – in the learners’ mother tongues combined with a jingle to reinforce the theme. Since its inception in 2008, Engen KlevaKidz has reached over 145 000 learners in 436 schools across South Africa – from rural villages deep in Limpopo and the Eastern Cape to townships in Gauteng. In partnership with The Communication Firm, the travelling industrial theatre show features engaging characters who deliver important safety messages. In this year’s show, Mr Wise is the super hero and main character who educates young learners about how to identify and use paraffin safely. Mr Wise interacts with Bongi and Junior and urges them to be careful when using paraffin. Stories are used to explain to the learners what to do if paraffin is ingested or inhaled. Mr Wise also focuses on the importance of being clean and washing hands after being in contact with paraffin, and how to store paraffin safely. Prizes, including super hero masks and funnels, will be handed out to all learners. This is because the learners are all heroes who

have the inner strength and ability to take care of themselves, said Engen Corporate Social Investment Manager, Mntu Nduvane. “Young children in under-resourced households are often the primary day-time care givers, often looking after their siblings while their parents or guardians are at work. “Without supervision, and uninformed of the multiple dangers associated with using paraffin, children between the ages of seven and 13 are often vulnerable, and it is these children who are the focus of Engen KlevaKidz,” Nduvane said. Engen KlevaKidz has proven to be a powerful medium to stimulate children’s imagination. The takeout messages are explored in pre-and post-behavioural assessment questionnaires illustrating the retention achieved through theatre. After each show, evaluations are distributed to determine the effectiveness of the production. Essentially it takes the form of a behavioural study measuring shift in knowledge and attendant behaviour with results highlighting the positive impact on children who are given the tools and know-how to deal with paraffin emergencies, storage and handling. “As a leading provider of petroleum products in South Africa, we take this to heart and are honoured to contribute to the livelihoods and the safety of people,” said Nduvane.

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Hub bearing unit seal halves friction for optimum vehicle efficiency

KF has introduced a newly developed inboard seal for hub bearing units that it claims leads to a 50% cut in friction when compared with other competing seals – the lowest level witnessed yet in an SKF seal of this kind. "Specifically designed for the application, the innovative technology combines outstanding sealing capabilities over a long service life in even the most challenging environments with the power to boost overall vehicle efficiency and a substantial drop in CO2 emissions," the

WITCH Technique recently introduced the NVF2G-Series range of Chint VSDs into the South African market to complement Chint Motor Control Products and Circuit Breakers. According to the company, the NVF2G series inverters are “high reliability, high efficiency open loop vector inverters”. Features include; high starting torque, automatic energy saving operation, accurate motor parameter self-learning function, speed tracking and realtime load monitoring. This series adopts RS-485 communication interface and standard MODBUS communication protocol. The built in intelligent PID control will assist in achieving energy saving and accurate automation control. The VSDs are used in most industry types including fan/aircon (HVAC), pumps, conveyors, plastic & packaging machines and many other applications. The range includes 0.4kW to 3.7kW in 230 Volt Single Phase and 0.75kW to 315kW in 400 Volt options. Product support and training is offered.

minimum friction and maximum protection that does not degrade over time. Ronnie Spolidoro, Business Development Manager SKF Sealing Solution, said: “With this sophisticated, yet robust design we have been able to realise the lowest level of friction ever achieved in an SKF hub bearing unit seal, typically a 0.1Nm contribution to bearing friction under load. “This outstanding reduction in friction along with the superior sealing performance in contaminated environments that comes with this product is going to play a significant role in helping manufacturers to create ultra-reliable vehicles that emit far less CO2 than models using conventional seals.” Enquiry No: 58

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