April - June 2016 Issue

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April - June 2016

Insight Magazine

Waterfall City Mall of Africa

welcomes

• Old Mutual targets 5 star rating for its new building • Clientèle group receives a new face

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Waterfall City welcomes Mall of Africa

12 Duncan Court to offer

Fashionable Modern Living

16 12-Storey Green Building for Old Mutual

21 A Bigger and Better Clientèle community

30 New Pit Building for Kyalami Race Track

34 Achimota Shopping Centre Opens in Ghana

36 First Hilton Hotel

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25 Corobrik’s face brick range

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Waterfall City welcomes

Mall of Africa C

apital growth player Attacq’s much-talked-about Mall of Africa, at 131,000m² the largest single-phase shopping centre yet to be built from scratch in SA, is on track and

will open its doors at Waterfall City in Midrand on April 27th 2016.

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The R4.8bn mall will be Attacq’s biggest single asset on completion. It will anchor the huge 323ha mixed-use Waterfall precinct taking shape along the N1 near Midrand, north of Johannesburg. About 26% of the total 1.83-million square metres at Waterfall — including offices, retail, hotel and

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warehouse space — has already been developed or is under construction.

The new super-regional Mall of Africa will be the heart of the ambitious Waterfall – a city developed on a scale beyond anything South Africa has known.

Earthworks for Mall of Africa began in October 2012. When it opens in April 2016, Mall of Africa will be the iconic heart of the innovative Waterfall precinct, superbly situated between Johannesburg and Pretoria. The Mall of Africa will be a visual, social and economic anchor within Waterfall.

Over 300 shops, with seven anchor tenants and a carefully considered retail mix, will create a unique retail experience. It will provide a well-balanced variety of local and international brands,

services, speciality shopping, entertainment and eateries. H&M, Cotton on and forever 21 are set to open flagship stores. Other international brands include Forever New, River Island, Mango, Tommy Hilfiger and Versace. Local tenants include the Foschini Group, Mr Price, Truworths, Woolworths, Edgars, Checkers and Game.

Its two levels of exceptional shopping will be matched by a two-level basement parkade. Mall of Africa combines the latest international trends and environmentally sustainable materials and technologies. Its design is informed by the New Urbanism principles of walkable, mixed-use environments to create a truly cutting-edge shopping centre.

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Diesel Electric Services delivers at the prestigious Mall of Africa

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iesel Electric Services takes pride in recently being awarded the contract for standby generating sets for the New Mall of Africa, a 116 000 square meter shopping centre. This landmark design is set to change the face of the Midrand area.

The scope of work included the supply of multiple diesel generators totaling an impressive 8500 kVA. Diesel Electric Services continuously demonstrates our commitment towards our clients, consultants and end users by offering tailor made solutions and best suited technologies for each project.

“This successful project is the result of excellence in design and manufacturing, with a special thanks to the team at Rawlins Wales and Partners Consulting Engineers in the Pretoria Office� said Deon Kloppers

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Duncan Court to offer Fashionable Modern Living

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osta Zervas Projects, an established property development company based in Tshwane with extensive experience in residential and commercial developments – is currently developing a new residential offering in Pretoria’s cosmopolitan suburb of Hatfield. The new Duncan Court intends to meet the shortage of decent accommodation for students and young professionals. It aims to put a major dent in the deficit in accommodation students studying at the University of Pretoria and other colleges.

Duncan Court is perfectly positioned to provide easy access to fashionable modern living, state of the art communication,

IT and security systems as well as the best that Hatfield has to offer. Within walking distance to the Gautrain station, Shopping Centres, University of Pretoria and LC de Villiers (University Sports grounds), being mobile has never been easier. With 6 apartment types available to choose from you can rest assured there is something for everyone. From the young to the young at heart.

Once completed the multi-million rand Duncan Court will comprise 11 storeys of 480 studio and loft one- and twobedroom apartments on the upper levels. It will also have one basement level for parking, as well as additional parking on

both the ground and first-floor levels. The ground floor will also accommodate conference facilities, as well as a restaurant.

Security features include a 24-hour manned guard house, as well as security camera surveillance.

“We foresee Duncan Court attracting more investors, particular, parents looking for secure student accommodation, young professionals who work in the area, individuals living on smallholdings who want a base in town, as well as property investors. Said Costa Zervas projects CEO Costa Zervas.

“Duncan Court’s trendy apartments offer investors a secure profitable investment, with a positive return guaranteed. There

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12-Storey Green Building for Old Mutual

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Says Mupita, “Our aim is to further strengthen the strategic collaboration already underway between Old Mutual’s life, asset management and short-term insurance businesses.

It will help us to reduce the cost and time inefficiencies associated with multiple office locations, and promote the alignment of our Group culture.”

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ld Mutual Emerging Markets (OMEM) will be moving its Johannesburg Head Office from its existing property, Mutual Square on Grayston Drive, to the new headquarters currently underway on Stella road in the heart of Sandton, where the company will be located from the end of 2017.

The new development was marked by an official sod-turning on the site and followed by strides made to drive greater collaboration in the group and execute the company’s African growth strategy.

Ralph Mupita, CEO of Old Mutual Emerging Markets, said the new Head Office, when completed by end-2017, will provide a convenient central hub from which the business will drive its collaboration initiatives and further expansion plans in Africa.

About 500 employees from Mutual & Federal will also be moving to Stella Road.

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“By ceremonially breaking new ground here, in the middle of the city that is a major financial and commercial gateway to Africa, we are also signifying that we are confident about the future of Africa and confident about our role – as well as South Africa’s role - in it.”

The new 30 000m2 Stella Road premises developed by Old Mutual Property will be visible from the main arterial routes of Rivonia Road and West Street. With its prime location directly opposite the Sandton Gautrain station, it will also strengthen Old Mutual’s corporate presence in Sandton.

The 12-storey development is targeting a five Green star rating from the Green Building Council of South Africa, in alignment with Old Mutual’s commitment to sustainability.

The site will feature an urban precinct around an internal “piazza” incorporating food and beverage retail outlets that will be attractive to customers and employees alike.

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Old Mutual Basement – one of Franki’s most challenging in Sandton

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n recent months leading geotechnical solutions provider, Keller’s Franki Africa, has enhanced its reputation with several history-making basements in the Sandton area. One of these, the basement for the new Old Mutual building on the corner of West and Rivonia streets (opposite the Gautrain station) turned out to be one of Franki Africa’s most challenging projects in the area. While there were several reasons for this, the three main challenges were the extensive diabase dyke on the south west side of the site, the presence of the Gautrain tunnel, which runs directly under the site and the integration of the adjoining Sandown Mews development.

The Gautrain necessitated a challenging approach for the excavation and ‘expected’ rock profile works directly over its tunnel alignment along the entire Rivonia Road face. No blasting was permitted in this region and there were some anxious moments during the installation of the soldier piles. As it turned out the soldier piles were installed deeper than the final excavation level thereby providing the first signs that rock might not be present over the Gautrain alignment. “This proved to be the case,” says Franki engineer, Paulo Alves, “with numerous benefits accruing to the client with respect to the management of the risk in this area.”

the north-west corner was detected at 8m below natural ground level, where the basement excavation extends to its deepest point of a total of 22m. The shallowest point is situated on the south-east corner where the excavation is only 14m deep.

The design comprised 184 no. soldier piles of 600Ø drilled to refusal, 12,500m2 of gunite walls, 860 strand anchors of 600kN and 750kN capacity and 920 no. soil nails / rock-bolts varying in length from 3m to 12m. The total excavation volume was calculated to be 380,000m3, of which 80,000m3 was in hard rock.

Site access was granted on 20th October 2014 to commence the Earthworks and Lateral Support contract. Partial access for the first phase was afforded to the building contractor in mid May 2015 with final works completion on the 24th October 2015, when the balance of site was handed over to the building contractor.

He adds that even when blasting in areas not directly over the Gautrain tunnel, extreme caution had to be exercised. This was achieved by constant physical monitoring of all blasting vibrations in the tunnel.

In terms of the Sandton Mews 3-level basement, which also had soldier piles and anchors as a lateral support solution, while we were able to remove the piles, and did so, our overall solution had to include the geotechnical ‘marriage’ of the two sites i.e. the physical integration of the Sandown Mews site into the Old Mutual foundations, Alves says.

He adds that the third main challenge, the diabase dyke, has been a perennial geotechnical issue in the Sandton area.

“The main problem is that it has weathered so differently to the rest of the site, which is granite. When the diabase dyke weathers it forms a much more clayey material, the bedrock is generally deeper, it retains more water and has a localised, elevated phreatic surface. Also its weathering is very hard and spheroidal,” says Alves.

Franki is the Main Contractor working with Zero Azania as the preferred earthworks specialists and Alves says that although a geotechnical report had been presented, Franki’s experience of ground conditions when it comes to Sandton basement work, indicated that an extension of the geotechnical investigations was required – a decision which paid off. “This revealed the diabase dyke in the south-west corner of the site, situated directly over the Gautrain tunnel and confirmed the Sandton granite profile over the remaining site footprint. Granitic rock on

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A Bigger and Better Clientèle community: Construction of new building and upgrades to the office park CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN OF NEW BUILDING

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n 1992, Clientèle opened for business in a single office in what would eventually become the Clientèle Office Park.

By 2010, due to its steady growth, it had bought out the remaining tenants and had offices in all buildings. As of December 2015, Clientèle has a staff count of 1,400. By 2020, Clientèle will have a projected headcount of 2,500.

In order to accommodate for future growth, Clientèle commenced the construction of a new building in March 2014. The project was briefed into the architectural firm, AMA Architects, via Yelllowwood Investments, which Clientèle is associated with by means of its largest shareholder, the Capricorn Capital Group.

The Sandton based AMA Architects, a specialist in contemporary design, was commissioned to create a functional building that would be able to accommodate approximately 1,100 call centre staff on existing land within the Clientèle Office Park. The design also had to be flexible enough to allow for a growing compliment of staff whilst projecting a professional image.

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They succeeded in creating a design with a strong linear geometry that helped to break down the mass of a 21 meter building. This resulted in a building that is both approachable to the public and still in line with business requirements.

Equipped with four floors and three parking levels, the building is laid out in an ‘L’ shape that creates a ‘piazza’ type space in front that spatially connects to the office park.

All floor plates are free of service areas and obstructions whilst maximising the usability of the floor plates. They are structurally open and can accommodate for future growth.

However, an additional building would be required for a significant increase in headcount.

The office block uses standard South African construction technology, namely, w.r.t. concrete and brickwork which is applied to 70% of the building thus ensuring cost efficiency.

The glass facade system and some textural cladding elements further scale the building and provide layering for the overall building effect.

During the closing stages of the construction of Clientèle’s new building (referred to as Building 7), the remaining buildings in the Office Park receivedsomewhat of a “refresh”. Each building was repainted and subject to interior

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renovations, including plumping upgrades, new carpets, tiling and maintenance to the ceiling tiles.

INTERIOR DESIGN OF THE NEW BUILDING AND MEETING ROOMS Savile Row, a multi-disciplinary architectural firm, was briefed to create a work environment in Building 7 that more strongly

aligned with Clientele’s brand, improved clients’ experience, enhanced Clientèle’s values and employee culture, as well as, enhance staff retention, professionalism and productivity.

As a starting point, Saville Rowleveraged their understanding of the building architecture to create a new workplace for Clientèle that ties into the base building aesthetic. Using this aesthetic as their canvass they then set out to personalise

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the various spaces and facilities according to the audience and activities within them.

The journey from the main entrance at the ground floor foyer, up through the atrium is deliberately neutral, reserved, professional and true to Clientèle’s master brand. However as one moves onto the call centre work floors the design, colours and patterns evolve into something more vibrant and playful. This was intended so as to reflect the mix of culture and energy of the staff who occupy these areas.

The work styles vary between floors. For example, the Executive Floor is all-cellular, while the other floors are predominately open plan. In order to enhance opportunities for staff interaction and better cater for staff events, formal and impromptu meetings, various breakout areas were created. These spaces vary from the in-house coffee shop (Seattle Coffee Co.)and staff restaurant (Madiba’s) on the ground floor that opens out onto a covered terrace.

The work floors all have pause areas with a mix of open and enclosed meeting spaces and the third floor provides an exclusive client meeting and entertaining suite, opening onto a covered terrace. As the trend to mobile flexible work increases these spaces will offer Clientèle staff greater choice in work and social settings.

A collage of artwork that takes inspiration from South Africa and Clientèle culture was developed by graphic agency Design Vow. This artwork is applied as framed art or printed wallpaper in key areas. This approach was generously applied to the meeting rooms in the office park. No two rooms had exactly the same artwork.

INNOVATIVE FEATURES Energy efficiency Building 7 uses an energy efficient conditioning system, energy efficient light fittings on sensors/timers and energy efficient water heating (via a heat pump). Excess water is stored to avoid water shortages and responds carefully to orientation in facade treatment to maximise efficiencies, especially in terms of energy usage. Glass panels, in addition to maximising views to the exterior allowing for a friendlier internal office environment, ensure minimal heat gains or losses as they are made from performance glass.

Meeting room booking system The Clientèle Office Park is equipped with many great places to share ideas, collaborate, make business decisions and comfortably meet with clients and suppliers. Each one of our meeting rooms has custom made décor to reflect our proudly South African heritage. The roll-out of the new meeting booking system has ensured that we use these areas even more efficiently and effectively. Outside each of the meeting rooms Building 7 is a tablet that notifies users of their status (Available, Pending and In Use), at any given time and also allows one to make bookings on the spot.

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Recycling Located in the pause areas within Building 7 are specially designed recycling bins that allow employees to dispose of waste according to the following categories: ) GREEN BINS: Glass - glass bottles, glass containers and broken glass. ) YELLOW BINS: Plastic – plastic cups, plastic bottles and empty plastic containers. ) RED BINS: Tins – Cold drink tins and food tins. ) BLUE BINS: Waste – Chip packets, sweet packets, polystyrene, containers, leftover and fruit peels.

Another interesting feature in Building 7 is dispensers which link directly to clean filtered pumped water. This is expected to lead to a dramatic reduction for the need forbottled water, thus reducing our impact to the planet’s ecology.

Prior to the implementation of sorting and recycling, within most departments was a Nampak box for the collection and recycling of paper. This continues today.

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Madiba’s, our brand new restaurant, consists of four mini restaurants’ each offering staff a varied and affordable dining experience. If that wasn’t enticing enough, Clientèle also recently installed its own in-house coffee shop, Seattle Coffee Company. Like itsmeeting rooms,Madiba has decor and furniture that proudly reflects our South African heritage.

Gym Clientèle continuously upgrades its own in-house gym which has been operational since 2010. It provides an accessible and affordable place where staff can keep fit. The gym is an important part of Clientèle’s wellness programme which aims to keep employees at their mental and physical peak so that we can ultimately provide superior service to our clients.

ABOUT CLIENTÈLE The Clientèle Limited Group is a diversified financial services group, listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and is one of South Africa’s leading direct distributors of financial service products. For more than 20 years it has been successful in offering convenient and easy to understand financial services products to the public through various direct marketing and sales distribution channels. Clientèle Limited’s business model and the execution thereof has resulted in Clientèle Life becoming the fastest growing Life Office in South Africa in relative terms, providing shareholders with sustained growth and returns on their investments with Return on Shareholder Equity consistently exceeding 50%. Clientèle has also consistently been rated in the top 50 companies for sustainable growth and return on shareholder interests on the JSE. Clientѐle head office is in Rivonia, Gauteng where over 1,400 employees focus on delivering best in class service to a loyal client base. For more information, visit www.clientele.co.za.

Some 450 000 Corobrik Firelight Satin face bricks were used in the construction of the iconic Agrivaal Building in Tshwane. The brickwork blended into the building’s environmentally sustainable design which earned it a green rating

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Corobrik’s face brick range enhances the environmental benefits of iconic Agrivaal building

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Fabric Park - the new Industrial Development by Redefine

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abric Park is an eagerly awaited tenant driven establishment which is being developed on the recently demolished land on Old Pretoria Road, previously home to Fabric House. This new industrial property which is being developed by Redefine Properties has been designed with a classic warehouse finishing. Fabric Park will offer its tenants great exposure and visibility, being situated within Halfway House, one of midrand’s most prominent industrial and commercial nodes, Waterfall City being at the core of its escalating status. Fabric Park is deemed as a fantastic investment opportunity, ideal for logistic companies as the space offers great value with its factory and warehouse space to let which will be fitted with roller shutter doors for delivery and dispatch purposes. The warehouses can be subdivided into various options, depending on the tenants needs.

This park locality is focused around the commuters travelling to the area, being well positioned and within quick access to the major highways and is centrally located close to the Allandale Road on and off ramps. There is sufficient public transport available, which greatly adds to the area and parks appeal being just a mere 4km from the Midrand Gautrain Station and is approximately 700m from the nearest Gautrain Bus stop.

Prime location next to the soon to be refurbished mixed-used property on 62 old Pretoria Road, this 7965m2 comprises of A-Grade Commercial and Industrial property space to let.

The façade of the building boosts a unique design of which

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various dimensions one part being a Cubic structure which centre holds an Atrium. This Prime property will comprise of approximately 3680m2 office spaces and will have a warehouse component of 1300m2, 2985m2 mezzanine flooring with a service yard/ ample parking of around 169 parking bays.

These two fantastic properties can be combined. However there are 3 options available for Fabric Park, each fitted out with ablutions and office space: Option 1: 12000m2 sub-divided into two or four different warehouse units Option 2: 12000m2 can be used by a single tenant with a suspended floor Option 3: 25000m2 which can be combined with the adjacent site and has parking under the floor of the suspended warehouse.

Fabric Park is very secure as there is security at both the business park gate and there are separate gates at unit entrances. This commercial property offers quick access to the N3 and M1 highways and Marlboro Drive.

Construction is expected to be completed in June 2016, Betts Townsend is the project managers on the project and Gothic Construction is the main contractor.

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New Pit Building for Kyalami Race Track

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he R100 million –plus upgrade to the 54-year old Kyalami race track project is currently underway. The new circuit layout is visible and the extent of the work undertaken is evident all around the 73 ha site.

areas will offer fantastic viewing opportunities for race fans, after the completion of the boma project.

Over 60km of additional cable has been ordered for the new specification debris fencing that will be erected around the circuit.

Apart from substantial upgrades to the ablution facilities, food

The tar has been stripped from the circuit and construction of the new service roads is well on track. The track will be resurfaced to “International Specifications”, the main straight will be lengthened, corners will be modified, and safety upgrades to bring the track to FIA Grade 2 standards will be made.

During the initial construction phase it became evident that the remaining part of the circuit required more attention with respect to driver and spectator safety, he adds.

Owing to the increase in the scope of works the completion date for the track project was completed towards the end of 2015.

The first floor of the building will be widened, increasing

After close inspection, the decision was taken to replace all debris fencing, safety barriers, as well as tyre and belting safety systems around the entire circuit.

Upgrades to the pit building and conference facilities are also taking place, the pit building will also be used for motorsport and motoring events and exhibitions.

The decision was also taken to replace all gravel in the arrestor beds, and after consultation with motor racing governing body FIA, tarred run-off area have been added at the Sunset and Ingwe corners.

The upgrade estimated to cost about R50-milion, is aimed at increasing the appeal of the conference facility as a preferred exhibition venue in the growing Kyalami area.

Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit spokesperson Christo Kruger said,

Work continues on the new curbs as surface preparation work is done on the base layers for the track. “It’s exciting to see that the spectator

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preparation areas upstairs will be equipped to deal with large events, explains Kruger.

available space, especially in The Paddock area, to accommodate larger events.

A new viewing deck and welcome area will be constructed at the end of the building, providing spectacular 270 degree views of the Ingwe corner and Gauteng Skyline.

The Pit Building project started in August 2015 and will be completed in the first quarter of 2016.

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Crawford Overhead Sectional Doors for the Kyalami Pit Building

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axiflex Door Systems was appointed to supply and install the sectional doors for the new pit building at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit.The doors chosen for this project are the high quality Crawford sectional doors from ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems.

The overhead sectional door slides up under the roof when opened, thereby giving free space in and around the door opening. Space which is necessary in high traffic areas where cars and people are moving in and out, such as in the Kyalami pit building.

Maxiflex Door Systems is installing 39 x Crawford 1042Ppanel sectional doors with framed window section and 5 x Crawford 1042F framed sectional doors.

Modern, robust and flexible, the new Crawford OH1042 from ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems is designed to keep your business moving – for all duties and in all weathers. Filled with innovation, and superbly well insulated, this rugged, attractive overhead sectional door gives you the highest number of options at the lowest possible running cost. This high quality door is the perfect choice for warehouses, logistics centers and all kinds of business premises.

Each part of the Crawford OH1042 overhead sectional door is built to the highest standards. The combination of wind-resistant reinforced panels and a class 3 certification for water tightness, wind load and air permeability give you a door that looks better and performs longer. Small innovations that make a big difference to the buildings they protect.

Maxiflex Door Systems offers a range of quality products,excellent service and preventative maintenance programs on industrial doors and docking systems. With branches across South Africa they are able to give you nationwide prompt and professional service.

Tel: 011 392 1709 0861 MAXIFLEX Email: info@maxiflex.co.za www.maxiflex.co.za

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Diesel Electric Services helps break world record!

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iesel Electric Services recently sponsored Ernst Conradie, a visually impaired golfer in his attempt to break the world record for the most golf balls hit in a 12 hour period. The beneficiaries were the Childrens Hospital Trust, the Red Cross War Memorial Childrens Hospital and the South African Blind Golf Association.

This special world record attempt took place at the Momentum Golf Village in Bedfordview on the 5th March2016, where the public got to view this extraordinary attempt.

Ernst Conradie did not manage to break the world record for able bodied persons but did break the world record for the visually impaired. He managed to hit 8417 golf ballsduring the period, with blistered and bleeding hands.

Ernst displayed the dedication and got to achieve what he did!

We can all learn about stretching our perceived limitations from Ernst. Well done! We’re proud of you!

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iesel Electric services has grown from strength to strength and is built on a legacy of excellence, experience and commitment. This wealth of expertise has enabled DES to become the market leaders in the generator industry.

DES is the perfect choice for customers seeking total solutions.

DES specialises in the design and manufacture of diesel generating sets, distribution boards, and associated products to suit the needs of practically any organization.

The 400 strong complement on the 23 000m2 premises in JHB includes many of the pioneers of the genset business in this country, ensuring a vast amount of knowledge and experience being passed down the ranks guaranteeing our long term commitment to a very demanding customer base.

Our ingredients in the making of the finest product include: affordable business solutions, leading industry brands, excellent service, short lead times, solid relationships, and attention to detail.

To cope with the increasing demands of our clients, Diesel Electric Services now employs 13 contract engineers to manage multifaceted turnkey projects. To compliment this, we have a fully equipped 24 hour standby service team consisting of 28 factory trained technicians, four UPS specialist technicians and four diesel delivery vehicles. We have 12 installation teams versed in tried and tested installation methodologies.

We have a fully equipped mechanical, electrical and electronic workshops and all control panel wiring, fabrication and machining is done in – house, thus allowing planned integration of all components and in so doing provides optimum performance and economy ensuring total control over quality and delivery.

Our test bay facility allows for the comprehensive load testing of all our machines at unity power factor, with load banks rated up to 3000kW. Spares availability is assured for a minimum of ten years from date of manufacture. We are able to guarantee this commitment owing to the in-house manufacture of our own electronic control equipment as well as our extensive spares holding.

To add to the accreditations, DES has been strategically partnered with APC by Schneider (formerly APC and MGE) for 4 years and offers an extensive range of well proven products.

We are a high Power partner to Reillo. The ball however does not stop there... DES is the only supplier of: “EURO – DIESEL” Dynamic Uninterruptable Power Systems in Southern Africa. This appointment was effective from the 1st of May 2000.

EURO-DIESEL has chosen Diesel Electric Services as the local agent in order to strengthen the commitment to customer service of their product in this region.

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Achimota Shopping Centre Opens in Ghana

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ocated opposite the St John’s Grammar School in Achimota Ghana, the new $60-million investment shopping centre recently opened its doors to the public.

The Mall is owned by Delico Achimota Ghana Limited, the same group that owns the West Hills Mall, has more than 45 shops and two anchor tenants—Shoprite and Palace.

The shopping centre sites on a total area of 35,790sqm of which 14,622sqm constitutes the trading space, and it has a long chain of restaurants and eateries, including KFC, Basillisa, Food Inn, Pizza Hut, Steak Escape, Roaj Restaurant, The Chop Bar and Second Cup. The mall has a parking area with a capacity to hold 585 cars, out of which 250 constitute an undercover basement parking.

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The mall serves communities such as Achimota, Taifa, Tantra Hill, Kwabenya, Parakou, Ofankor and Ashongman Estates, who the Chairman of the Delico Achimota Limited, Mr Kofi Sekyere, said “will now be able to access both basic necessities and luxuries from one location at the Achimota Retail Centre, a convenient factor which has been absent in the locality for a while.”

Locating a modern shopping centre at the north-eastern part of Accra not only eases the pressure of congestion on the capital’s central business district, it also provides residents of this vast area with a convenient place for business, social interaction, entertainment and other basic amenities that are clearly absent in this part of Accra.”

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HOTEL AND RESORT PROJECTS

ilton signed a management agreement to open the mid-market Hilton Garden Inn with Fleming Asset Management Botswana on behalf of Botswana Public Officers Pension Fund.

hour Pavilion Pantry. Guests will also have access to a 24hour business center, complimentary Wi-Fi and benefit from more than 400sqm of meeting space. The hotel will offer travellers the perfect base for both business and leisure visits.

Hilton Hotels & Resorts stands as the stylish, forward thinking global leader of the industry. The kind of leader that welcomes guests in more countries than any other fullservice hotel brand. With more than 550 hotels and resorts in more than 80 countries across six continents, developing the flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide means recognition, equity and tradition.

With 13 Hilton Garden Inn locations now confirmed across Africa, I am delighted that we have agreed our first hotel in Botswana, said Patrick Fitzgibbon, senior vice president of development, Europe & Africa for Hilton Worldwide, in a prepared statement.

Founded in 1994, Fleming is the longest established independent asset manager in Botswana, according to its website. The Botswana Public Officers Pension Fund has experienced phenomenal growth since its 2001 inception when the Botswana government decided to change it from a benefit pension scheme to a contribution pension scheme.

Botswana has one of the fast growing economies in the world and an impressive visitor offering resulting in an excellent opportunity for hotel development as we exceed 70 Hilton Worldwide properties either trading or under development across Africa.

The Botswana Public Officers Pension Fund (BPOPF) have invested P300 million to build a five-star Hilton Garden Inn Hotel in Gaborone’s new CBD, opposite the iTowers.

Expected to open in 2017, the 150-room Hilton hotel will form part of a new, fast –evolving commercial business district located near the Sir Seretse Khama International Airport.

Gaborone acts as a gateway to the natural beauty of Botswana which includes national parks such the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park and the Okavango Delta. The country is also famous for its mining industries, including for diamonds and the significant coal-rich deposits.

The hotel is expected to take 18 months to build and once completed it will have a healthclub and outdoor swimming pool: as well as F&B options including all-day dining restaurant, bar and 24-

Equate are the Quantity Surveyors on the new hotel development. Equate is an independent African property and construction consultancy providing managed solutions for clients investing in infrastructure, property and construction.

Equate offer services that combine, to make a measurable difference to the value, cost and time of their clients’ projects.

Whilst Stauch Vorster Architects is the firm behind the design of the hotel. Stauch Vorster Architects has offices in South Africa, Mozambique and Mauritius, the practice is engaged in projects throughout the African Continent.

The practice offers the full range of architectural services including Master Planning, Urban Design, Building Design and specialist services such as brief development, feasibility studies, green building audit preparation etc.

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Changes in lifestyle and living standards mean people expect to have access to adverse range of leisure facilities, be they business, sporting, entertainment or social. Increasingly leisure sector developments are not stand alone projects and across the African continent they are often part of a mixed use development providing/creating a destination for the leisure or business traveller. Subsequently the success of a leisure facility can have a far reaching impact on the surrounding community, economy and society.

EQUATE has extensive knowledge and experience in this sector, that we have captured and packaged in order to provide our clients with the best development advice and solutions.

We understand the value and cost drivers of hotels and are able to assist clients and design teams to develop the most feasible product taking into account capital expenditure, efficiency and income.

Our solutions-driven approach deliver the best outcomes for our clients. We support the challenges and opportunities our clients face throughout the life-cycle of a development, from the initial investment, through to procurement, construction and contract administration, to successfully deliver the final built product.

With our “boutique” focused service offering, we believe that we have differentiated ourselves from our competitors, with a guarantee of active multiple director involvement.

Each sector has it’s specialist requirements, its function, design, cost and value drivers. We are a sector focused business.

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Construction group Stefanutti Stocks puts its multidisciplinary skills to play at Kusile D

ivisions from all four of the multidisciplinary construction group Stefanutti Stocks’ business units (Building; Structures; Mechanical & Electrical; Roads, Pipelines & Mining Services) have participated in the construction of the Kusile Power Station in Mpumalanga.

The most high-profile and visually evident aspect of this mega-project, was the civil works contract undertaken by the Kusile Civils Works Joint Venture (KCWJV) with Stefanutti Stocks Civils as the lead partner. This was completed in September 2015, after a seven-year construction period, during which some of the JV highlights included: • • •

The construction of the dewatering building base - a continuous concrete pour over three days and using a total of 3 636m3 of concrete.

The successful construction of four Turbine Generator Blocks in one year.

The successful sliding of 120 55-metre high Air-Cooled Condenser columns.

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The completion of three boiler units in one year (combined these three boiler units have around 55 000m2 of apron slabs).

The boiler house team alone poured just over 46 886m3 of concrete in 2014.

Achieving the safety milestone of 10-million lost time injury free (LTIF) hours worked in July 2015.

Currently the KCWJV is working on the completion works phase.

Stefanutti Stocks Roads & Earthworks, probably the first division on site, commenced the bulk and restricted excavation for the power station in 2009, a contract which saw the division excavate in excess of 1,5-million-m3 and backfill in excess of 1-million-m3. The division’s scope of work also included blasting, construction of three dirty dams, laying of pipelines and the construction of access roads.

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South Africa’slargest piling contract, awarded to Stefanutti Stocks Geotechnical (lead partner) in a Joint Venture, was completed in 2011. The project entailed the design and construction of 8 540 auger cast-in-situ piles (800 - 1 200mm diameter) designed to carry their loads in a combination of side shear and end bearing.

Other highlights included the removal of boulders and obstructions using coring barrels, and the utilisation of 77 725m3 of concrete and 9 229 tons of rebar.

Stefanutti Stocks Civils in a separate Joint Venture, also undertook the design and construction of the material handling silos including six 5 000-ton fly-ash storage silos, two 1 000-ton coal surcharge silos, the ash-conditioning building and fly-ash dump. A further project the division undertook at Kusile saw it apply its resources and skills to the structural concrete construction of the coal stock yard, terrace material handling and limestone material handling facilities.

Stefanutti Stocks Building, again in a Joint Venture, is currently undertaking a building contract that sees the JV

constructing a total of 84 buildings and structures that form an integral part of the 4 800MW Kusile Power Station. These structures include conventional buildings, 27 sub-stations, a water treatment plant, wastewater treatment plant, access control building, workshop, administration offices as well as the masonry and finishes within the six-storey auxiliary bays that alone comprise of 20-million bricks.

Stefanutti Stocks Mechanical undertook the fabrication and erection of steel work to six miscellaneous structures, as well as the erection of free issue steel work to a further five structures.

A project like the construction of the Kusile Power Station only comes along only once or maybe twice in your lifetime, says Mark Stannard, KCWJV’s project director. In

addition to contributing via our multidisciplinary capabilities, these Kusile contracts have all provided an incredible learning ground for professionals, the workforce, graduates, interns and apprentices - all of whom have benefited from their participation in this technically exciting mega project.

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NEW OFFICE WING EXTENSION TO THE EXISTING NRF BUILDING

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he National Research Foundation promotes South African research interests, both nationally and internationally.

Because of the success in fulfilling its mandate, the organization has outgrown the existing accommodation, necessitating the commissioning of the new wing. SNAPP Architects participated in a stringent tender process, culminating in their appointment to the project.

The challenging brief, was to provide a world-class facility that complemented the existing buildingdelivered within the strict budgetary constraints; incurring the minimum impact on the landscaping.

The terrain slopes significantly from southeast to northwest and is triangular in shape, approximately 2,8Ha in extent. The manicured parkland of indigenous trees and shrubs is interlaced with pathways that lead from the parking areas. The decision was made to build on the crest of the property, in order to take advantage of the magnificent vistasover the gardens, towards the city.

The construction area of the extension is 3977m² in extent, comprising two principal elements, an office component and a conferencing facility with underground parking.

The new building takes cognizanceof the multiple sectors within the NRF organization their different requirements. This necessitated the introduction of a separate entrance and reception area to serve both the new conferencecentre and the office wing.

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The aesthetic concept is faithful to theform of adjacent building by maintaining the rhythm and by featuring similar construction materials. The office wing is in keeping with the look and feel of the original works with a fresh twist.However, as the building turnsthe corner at the new entrance, the design becomes bolder with the introduction of angled concrete frames.

It further breaks form by introducing a curvilinear roof that cascades over the auditoriumand conference area in a sweeping arc.The articulation of different functions is thusachieved, through the formal development of the building from the familiarity of the new office wing, to the large dynamic entrance portal and, finally, the main feature of the curved auditorium and reception spaces. Spill-out areas and external passageways take full advantage of the panoramic views.

Along with the continuation of rhythm and scale, the use of off shutter concrete feature elements at sloping angles speaks to various elements in the existing building; and the use of face-brick infill panels and precast sills directly relate to the existing materials. Steel was introduced as a new material throughout the extension and together with the matching colouredRheinzink roof sheeting on the curved western façade ties the whole building together with careful metalwork and detailing throughout.

The entrance and guard-househas been sculptured to showcase the works, in celebration of the aspirations of the NRF. We trust that the all who enter will enjoy the premises as much as we relished the assignment.

Eastgate Mall gets a massive Redevelopment

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wned by Liberty Group Properties Pty, bedfordview based Eastgate Mall is currently undergoing the second phase of the redevelopment. The large- scale redevelopment project started in July 2014 and is scheduled for completion in the mid of 2016.

It entails the relocation of the Ster Kinekor cinema complex to the retail roof level of the shopping centre, the design and construction of the cinemas structure has only been possible due to the advances in 3D software technology where steel is robotically cut directly from the electronic 3D model developed in the design process.

Creation of space to accommodate Hamleys Toy Store and the additional of two parking levels which will add a further 1 300 parking bays are also part of phase two.

A new lead-in mall to accommodate Zara will also be created. In addition, priorities were also made to expand Woolworths by just over 2000m2 and a new external pedestrian piazza and the creation of an enlarged Edgars, Jet and Foschini stores.

The design aesthetic utilised in the upgrade really takes its inspiration from the fact that Eastgate sits in a valley and has beautiful views out to the northern and southern hills

surrounding it. The new design explores the visual connectivity of these hills. This is seen in the form of the massive window used at the WW extension where views out and natural light coming in make the external environment more interactive.

The new entrances have large double volume glass facades with huge oversailing roofs to welcome the landscape into the centre and in turn allow the centre to reach out to its physical environment.

The cinemas’ forms also reinforce the softness of the hills, with gently undulating roofs and façade cladding. Internally, this can be seen in the form of the drop down ceilings, allowing more light to flood the bulkheads and signage of shops and the long interlocking lines of the new tiling layouts which assimilate the strata running under the complex connecting the energies of the surrounding geography.

As with most shopping centres, the redevelopment work is being undertaken while the mall remains operational.

Undertaking a project of this absolute scale and technical complexity in and around the public adds to an already incredibly demanding undertaking which extends to stringent health and safety parameters.

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The centre court is by far one of the most challenging sections on the project as all the work is being done whilst the adjacent shops continue trading. The existing roof had to be removed and temporarily sealed. The new skylight extends 16 metres higher than the original and required the additional application of around 60 tons of structural steelwork in and around the area, to accommodate the now far greater structural forces. The skylight material is manufactured and imported from

Germany and Eastgate will be fourth building in South Africa to display the use of this material.st challenging sections on the project as all the A new component of construction work was added during the retail re-positioning, whereby the office tower component of the complex is undergoing a full refurbishment and expansion of some 3000m2. Virgin Active will occupy the ground and first floors and are on track for a December 2016.

Component Projects Ceilings & Partitions comppro@mweb.co.za

Maintaining structural stability is of utmost importance

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Insulation

Painting

Rope Access

In March 2016 Pyro-Cote CC was awarded the Passive Fire Protection

 Official testing of the products to be installed by the contract professional.  Credibility of the applicator and back up public liability insurance.  Official membership to recognised bodies such as SA Fire Protection Association.

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Installation of Eastgate Mall phase 2.

So often in projects of this nature a number of factors are overlooked such as:

Meeting contract scheduling

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NJR Steel – Reinforcing Eastgate Mall Phase 2.

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JR Steel Reinforcing is proud of its association with Stefanutti Stocks on the extension of the prestigious Eastgate Mall shopping centre in Bedfordview, having been awarded the subcontract to supply and install all the passive reinforcing steel requirements. At the time, this was the largest project awarded to our company, and NJR Steel Reinforcing is grateful to Stefanutti Stocks for the confidence shown in our management team.

Some of the challenges for any reinforcing steel subcontractor often associated with this type of contract were made easier for NJR Steel Reinforcing through the professionalism of the on-site management team of Stefanutti Stocks headed up by contracts director Bradley Nortje.

NJR Steel Reinforcing follows the same principles that have grown the NJR Steel Group into a major steel supplier,

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and will continue to establish itself in the reinforcing steel market which is dominated by companies owned by major contracting organisations.

Our partnerships are based on a mutual understanding of the difference between price and cost. Competitive pricing coupled with first class service, and commitment to ensuring successful on time completion of the project has allowed NJR Steel Reinforcing to grow its customer base of large and small construction companies who reward NJR Steel Reinforcing with repeat business.

NJR Steel Reinforcing supply products that conform to the relevant construction industry standards, including mesh reinforcing manufactured in-house, by sister company NJR Steel Mesh based in Labore, Brakpan.

NJR Steel Reinforcing would like to wish Liberty Life Properties all success with the new Eastgate Mall and congratulate Stefanutti Stocks on a successful project.

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Pentacon Civils is proud to be associated with the New Stats SA Headquaters Tel: +27 12 660 0802 | Fax: +27 12 654 0891 203 Jean Avenue, Clubview , Centurion P. Box. 14007, Clubview, 0014

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