Industrial Buyer February 2022

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PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN SAFETY FOOTWEAR CONTRIBUTES TO A SUSTAINABLE ECONOMY

THE RETURN OF IN-PERSON EVENTS PRESENTS NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR MANUFACTURERS

BUILDING A GREEN FUTURE HOW TO MAKE YOUR BUSINESS SUSTAINABLE, ENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY AND COST-EFFECTIVE

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FEBRUARY 2022

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ADVERTISERS’ INDEX............4 NEWS..........................................6 SUSTAINABILITY.....................8

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Industrial Buyer is a guide to the manufacturing industry in southern Africa, with insightful trend articles, product news and a handy listing section on page 28.

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INDUSTRY INSIGHTS..............11 CONSTRUCTION CHEMICALS..............................12 PPE............................................. 14 HOW TO BUILD A GREEN BUSINESS INFOGRAPHIC.... 16 PUMPS...................................... 18 FLOORING AND WAREHOUSING..................... 20 PRINTING, CODING AND MARKING..................................22 TRADE EVENTS......................26 PRODUCT LISTINGS..............28

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UP FRONT

FEBRUARY 2022

BY VA RUSH KA PA DAYAC H I

PAINT THE TOWN GREEN

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ustainability has become increasingly important in all areas of life in recent years. It was one of the top manufacturing trends in 2021 and is predicted to remain top of mind this year. Did you know? Nearly two out of three firms say securing green electricity will be a ‘very significant’ trend this year.

(Read more on page 8) As Raymond Ackerman, founder of Pick n Pay said: ‘Doing good is good business’. Something I only just read about is that Ackerman used a sustainable business model to combat the injustice of apartheid in South Africa, by focusing on diversity in his company.

He invested in multiracial employees – funding additional studies where needed, and encouraging entrepreneurship in employees’ communities.

R E Y U B (Source: www. getsmarter.com) Some of the ways companies can look at growing a sustainable business today LE, IVE FUTURE STAINAB CT N SU FE S EE -EF GR BUSINES D COST ING A BUILDTO MAKE YOURFRIENDLY AN are to start with HOW ONMENTALLYENVIR

the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, some of which include: eradication of poverty, gender equality and responsible production and consumption.

Some of the things business leaders need to keep in mind when creating a sustainable business strategy are to: • Connect personally with sustainability whether it be in social justice or the environment.

• Make sustainability a core principle and part of your company purpose and culture.

• Incorporate diverse leadership so that you have a diversity of ideas and perspectives.

• Be accountable and commit to continuous improvement.

This month’s issue is packed with interesting and relevant content that will help you create a sustainable business. Turn to page 16 for a quick guide to the green products and services we feature in this issue. On page 9 we find out how you can colour your operations green. On page 12 read all about how SIKA South Africa is assisting a recycling programme with circular economy training. On page 14 we look at how sustainability also includes local sourcing and manufacturing. And, on page 18 we look at why aeration is so integral to wastewater treatment.

I hope you enjoy this read. You’re already practicing sustainability by viewing this magazine on your digital device.

Varushka Padayachi Editor

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ADVERTISERS’ INDEX Air & Vacuum Technologies.............................19 BBF Safety Group................... 15 Indufloor..................................... 21

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CRESLOW ENERGY SOLUTIONS LAUNCHES IN SA Local manufacturer of clean energy storage systems, Creslow Energy Solutions, has recently been established in South Africa.

“By utilising the latest technology in our clean energy storage products, we provide an environmentally friendly and sustainable solution for the safe and efficient storage of renewable energy that can be used when required,” explains Kriban Govender, managing director, Creslow Energy Solutions. “Solar off-grid energy systems are gaining popularity in South Africa, as a form of renewable energy that is clean, emission and noise-free, sustainable, safe and cost efficient.

“The Creslow team is committed to the production of high-quality products, that meet stringent international and local quality, safety and environmental specifications. We also strive to source locally manufactured components and to enhance the creation of job opportunities and skills upliftment.

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that the system is installed by a certified technician.

“Although our forklift battery systems provide up to 900 AM (Amp Hours) with 52 V (Volts) as standard, these battery capacities are not limited. A critical advantage of Creslow’s solutions is that each battery can be customised to suit specific requirements. Our specialists, with a thorough understanding of distinct South African conditions, are geared for the development of energy storage solutions to suit local conditions and market requirements.”

RAPID CHARGING CAPABILITY Creslow’s forklift industrial lithium batteries have integrated smart capabilities and are compatible with existing chargers, so there is no need to invest in specific chargers or Smart chargers. The rapid charging capability means these batteries can be charged for short periods of time during working hours, typically during the lunch period and when the machine is not being used. This is an important advantage over conventional lead-acid batteries that require between six and eight hours to fully charge.

Unlike lead-acid batteries, lithium phosphate batteries do not contain any acid. There is therefore no risk of acid spills, which is major safety concern in industry.

In addition, disposal of lead-acid batteries must be controlled, to ensure toxic elements are not released into the environment.

Because lithium does not produce any heat or fumes, which is common with leadacid, these batteries are recommended for warehouse environments.

BMS All Creslow’s products are enhanced by a specially configured Battery Management System (BMS) that controls over charging, over utilisation and other critical maintenance procedures, to significantly extend service life of the battery.

Safety features include an automatic cut off when the battery is fully charged or depleted. Creslow’s lithium cells have a safe working temperature for suitability to cold storage and chill room environments.

These units have a discharging temperature from -35⁰C to 65⁰C and a charging range from 0⁰C to 65⁰C. The Creslow team assesses market trends and introduces new products to meet specific demand. Autosmart, with all the benefits of Lithium technology, has recently been released for use in golf carts and caravans.

Creslow Energy Solutions has engaged with partners in Europe to ensure the highest standards within international best practise for battery design.

These clean energy products are available throughout the country from a network of specially selected distributors and are supported by the Creslow Energy Solutions team.

“Our advanced battery systems have been developed for use in businesses and households to optimise energy requirements and to ensure the continuity of operations during power outages. We have also developed highly efficient industrial lithium batteries, specifically for forklifts, golf carts and E-bikes.

“Creslow’s clean energy storage systems operate in two ways - either as a battery backup system that works in conjunction with an inverter, or as an off-grid system that also requires an inverter and solar panels. In The Creslow Energy Solutions management team - JS Spies, sales director, Kriban Govender, each case, it managing director and Barney Van Rooyen, engineering director. is critical

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NEWS ENERGY INNOVATOR INVESTS IN ITS EMPLOYEES WITH E-LEARNING

South Africa is facing record-high unemployment rates and a critical skills shortage. While several countries are experiencing what they call “the Great Resignation,” South Africa’s skills shortage is making news for ranking as a key global risk. This means the skills shortage can have a significant negative impact on our economy and industries for the next decade.

For many businesses, upskilling and reskilling employees is a top priority in 2022 and beyond.

INVEST IN EMPLOYEES South Africa’s leading energy solutions company, First National Battery, made the bold decision to invest in their employees, although they prefer the term “associates”. They launched the First National Battery Academy in 2021 as a ground-breaking way for their associates to learn new skills and become experts on their solutions and products, so they can better help their customers. This is First National Battery’s way of ensuring they remain competitive and keep innovating as the world approaches radical transition in energy supply and consumption.

“One of the biggest risks facing businesses is a skills shortage. Older associates are retiring before skills transfer can take place,” says Murray Long,

managing director of First National Battery.

“We’re addressing this problem head-on and transforming into a learning organisation. We want to offer our associates crucial training to address the current skills gap and to futureproof their careers,” says Long.

There are many changes in the manufacturing industry, as energy transformation is happening fast, from storage capability, electric cars, to renewable energy. “We want to educate our associates on all aspects impacting our industry, and what better way to make sure they stay up to date than using an online learning programme,” said Long.

corporate training online is that there are no restrictions, and training doesn’t have to pause when employees aren’t office-based or in the same location. When employees receive online training, they can learn when they choose to. “The First National Battery Academy is accessible on any device and at any time, and employees can switch effortlessly between their cellphone and tablet and not miss out on anything,” says Gullan. “The First National Battery Academy is designed to encourage and motivate their associates to complete training. We’re seeing excellent engagement, even in its early stages.”

LEARN NEW SKILLS ONLINE

BUILDING A WORKFORCE FOR THE FUTURE

First National Battery Academy uses an innovative online learning programme that’s changing how the organisation is delivering training and development.

“The e-learning programme caters to people’s busy lives,” says Michael Gullan, founder and CEO of G&G Advocacy, who provides e-learning solutions for corporations.

“We want our clients and their employees to learn at their own pace, remember what they’ve learned and apply that information in their roles.”

BENEFITS OF ONLINE TRAINING One of the standout features of moving

When businesses prioritise training, they will reap the benefits of increased productivity, better job satisfaction, staff retention, and will always have the necessary skills within the organisation.

“We’re pleased that we can provide our associates with such exciting, comprehensive and engaging learning opportunities,” says Long. “The programme is only open to a few departments, but we’re planning to expand the First National Battery Academy to more associates, and our collaborators and partners, to learn about our solutions, contribution to the industry and the economy.”

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SUSTAINABILITY

Electrification of industrial processes is 2022’s top sustainability in manufacturing trend Sustainability is playing a more significant role in driving operational excellence strategies with electrification of processes and equipment seen as the most important trends, a new report from independent research and advisory firm Verdantix shows.

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round 94% of companies interviewed said electrification of industrial processes and equipment was a ‘very significant’ or ‘significant’ trend shaping its operational excellence strategy for the year ahead.

ENERGY EFFICIENT Verdantix’s report Global Corporate Survey 2021: Operational Excellence Budgets, Priorities & Tech Preferences points out that the real benefit of switching to electrical equipment is that it needs less maintenance while also being marginally more energy efficient.

Verdantix’s research which interviewed 256 respondents – 95% of which were from firms with more than $1 billion of revenues – across 14 industries found replacing aging equipment was a ‘very significant’ or ‘significant’ trend for 89% of respondents.

‘Sustainable operations emerged as a key trend in 2021, with the climate emergency dominating corporate and governmental dialogue alongside the pandemic, culminating in the UN COP26 conference on climate change in November 2021’

SUSTAINABLE OPERATIONS IS A KEY TREND Verdantix research director and report author Malavika Tohani, says: “Sustainable operations emerged as a key trend in 2021, with the climate emergency dominating corporate and governmental dialogue alongside the pandemic, culminating in the UN COP26 conference on climate change in November 2021.”

Aging equipment is often subject to leaks and 88% of firms interviewed stated said leak detection for emission reduction as a ‘very significant’ or ‘significant’ trend for the year ahead with 84% saying the same about emissions data capture and reporting.

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Did you know?

Nearly two out of three firms say securing green electricity will be a ‘very significant’ trend this year.

(Verdantix report)

Firms interviewed also noted the importance of securing green electricity with 63% saying it will be a ‘very significant’ trend throughout 2022.

Verdantix www.verdantix.com

SUSTAINABILITY How to put the green into your operations Harnessing the potential of green energy solutions is crucial to maximising productivity and bolstering profitability in the material handling and warehousing industry.

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he drive to go green has seen considerable uptake worldwide, with renewable energy resources making headlines as being a sustainable end to much of the world’s energy problems. This increased awareness coupled with changing government legislation has seen many industries reducing their dependency on fossil fuels and adopting a greener approach in the form of renewable resources as they prepare for a more sustainable, productive and profitable future.

LITHIUM-ION BATTERY TECHNOLOGY Most notable is the highly-publicised phasing out of traditional fossil-fuel-powered engines from automotive manufacturers in favour of electrified variants. While not net-zero, electrified vehicles offer consumers greater levels of performance than traditional alternatives, while decreasing emissions dramatically.

As such, the material handling and warehousing industry, as a significant contributor to carbon emissions, has recently seen the implementation of similar technology in its efforts to be more environmentally friendly.

Discussing lithium-ion battery technology as a means to achieving fewer emissions in the industry, Sonia Pretorius, inland sales manager at 600SA, a division of EIE Group, says the company has long been an advocate of new technologies, and the introduction of the company’s Industrial Power business unit has allowed it to drive green practices for its customers in the material handling and

warehousing industry across southern Africa.

“Our partners such as Toyota Industrial Equipment and CTPower have the same belief in reducing our customers’ operational footprints as much as possible, and in recent years, many of our customers have requested solutions to enable them to reduce the impact of their operations,” she says. “Our forklifts, which feature lithium-ion battery technology, have seen them reap the many benefits that come with this energy alternative.”

Lithium-ion-powered forklifts offer exceptional efficiency and are able to operate for up to eight hours on a single charge, with the batteries being maintenance-free and having an approximate lifespan of five to eight years or 20 000 operating hours when compared to traditional batteries that last around three to five years.

Furthermore, lithium-ion batteries do not release toxic gases when charging, which negates the need for often expensive and separate battery bays to control these contaminants. The battery’s fast charging feature also means it can be charged to 100% capacity in under two hours.

OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

Sonia Pretorius, inland sales manager at 600SA, a division of EIE Group

Lithium-ion battery technology can be retrofitted to almost any forklift, reach or pallet truck, and thanks to the advent of technology, the battery and equipment can be monitored in real-time to ensure operational efficiency.

‘Lithium-ion battery technology can be retrofitted to almost any forklift, reach or pallet truck, and thanks to the advent of technology, the battery and equipment can be monitored in real-time to ensure operational efficiency’ “Our Industrial Power business unit is devoted to offering our customers the best green sustainable technologies to ensure greater levels of productivity, profitability and efficiency in their operations.

“With this in mind, we are currently exploring the viability of solar charging facilities for our smaller customers, which will allow them to charge their electric equipment even when the power is off, allowing their businesses to operate without interruption,” concludes Pretorius.

EIE Group www.eiegroup.co.za

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SUSTAINABILITY Innovative Weholite Packaged Wastewater Treatment Plants introduced in Kenya Megapipes Solutions has introduced manufactured treatment facilities used for treating sewage water known as Weholite packaged wastewater treatment plants. These plants are ideal for remote or heavily built-up areas not connected to a sewage line as they are easily installed with minimal disruptions to communities.

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he packaged plants, which will be manufactured at Megapipes factory, will enable the safe treatment of sewage and wastewater discharged from high density residential, industrial, commercial, retail and hospitality properties.

The treatment plants are manufactured using Weholite technology, and are a far more environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative to the more commonly used septic tanks. In fact, the treated water discharged from the plants far exceeds NEMA requirements.

EASY TO INSTALL IN REMOTE AREAS “Weholite packaged wastewater treatment plants are uniquely designed to satisfy customer requirements and are easy to install especially in remote areas and heavily populated areas such as informal settlements where safe disposal of sewage is a challenge,” says Simon Thomas, country director Megapipes Solutions.

“The growing population and rapid urbanisation are expected to put further pressure on the existing infrastructure making the case for the use of packaged wastewater treatment plants,” adds Thomas.

Data from the Water Services Regulatory

‘The growing population and rapid urbanisation are expected to put further pressure on the existing infrastructure making the case for the use of packaged wastewater treatment plants’ Board indicates that sewerage coverage or the population with direct connection to a sewer as a percentage of the total population stood at 15 percent in 2020 with 24 out of 47 counties lacking proper access.

Megapipes Solutions is also targeting developers and property users that want to reduce maintenance costs such as exhauster fees, since these plants only need emptying once or twice per year, reducing the demand on municipal treatment facilities, and reducing operational costs for the owner.

MINIMAL DISRUPTION TO COMMUNITIES The lightweight nature of Weholite also

makes it easy to install with minimal disruption to communities and at the same time off-site manufacturing enables high quality standards to be maintained.

Thomas suggests that: “Manufacturing the Weholite packaged wastewater treatment plants in world class factory conditions gives us the ability to deliver to site a plug and play system, made with high quality and accuracy, that can be installed in hours. This avoids the high cost, high-risk, low-quality site construction that plagues this sector.”

Weholite technology has a service life of over 100 years when buried below ground.

After design, the products are manufactured at Megapipes Solutions’ factory and then transported to the construction site for installation and commissioning thus following the “build offsite” philosophy commonly seen in Europe.

Each Weholite packaged wastewater treatment plant is manufactured to serve at least 25 users and its modular construction means that it can be scaled to handle over well over 1 000 users.

Megapipes Solutions has already installed a Weholite wastewater packaged plant at its Ruiru-based factory that is designed to serve at least 100 people.

Megapipes Solutions www.megapipes.com

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INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Nine ways to improve your business resilience in 2022 Businesses and consumers alike have had to weather several shocks over the past two years.

Zane van Rooyen, product marketing manager at field sales management CRM and mobile ordering app Skynamo, advises how businesses can make 2022 a year for rebuilding and taking advantage of new opportunities.

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. Set the right goals: Take a look back at 2021 and figure out what worked and what didn’t work.

Set SMART goals – Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound.

These SMART goals can then be used for Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assess the health of your business and its overall performance.

. Evaluate employee performance With the insights you’ve already gained from the financial analysis, goal setting and customer retention, you can now set employee-level KPIs to move your business forward. Apps like Skynamo, which track sales directly, can help you assess sales staff performance and see where additional support or coaching may be needed.

. Embrace the change Virtual meetings, cloud infrastructure, hybrid working arrangements and online shopping are all here to stay – along with increased financial pressure on consumers, online education, and health and sanitation concerns.

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. Evaluate your business model Look at why you started doing things in a particular way and whether there may be a better way. Assess whether you are still relevant in the face of changing consumer behaviour.

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. Hit the financial books Do a basic financial analysis on your business. Who were your biggest customers and where did you see the most profit? What costs are essential and which ones can be trimmed? How is your forecast looking? Make sure you consider: gross profit margin, operating profit margin, net profit margin and return on investment.

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. Keep your customers “If you aren’t already doing so, make 2022 the year you measure customer satisfaction and retention rates. These two measures are vital for understanding how robust your business is,” says van Rooyen. “Draw up a strategy for maintaining customer relationships and ask your customers to score their satisfaction with you.”

Zane van Rooyen product marketing manager at Skynamo

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. Communicate to connect Put out high-quality communication that shows your company at its best. Clean up your email database, refresh your social media channels and upgrade your website. Identify your highest-value customers and have a plan for engaging them.

‘By focusing on the financials and on customer satisfaction, and with appropriate tech support, you’ll build a resilient and sustainable business that continues to perform into the future’

. Check your supply chains The past two years have seen considerable disruption of global supply chains and shipping routes. Examine your own supplier base for potential vulnerability and identify similar companies to those whose products you already rely on. A diversified supply base will help reduce the risk of disruptions to your own customers.

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. Use appropriate tech tools “Technology is moving at lightning speed. Take the time to check whether your tech is working to move your business forward. Look for apps and software that help you measure performance and give you actionable data you can use for better decision-making,” says van Rooyen.

“By focusing on the financials and on customer satisfaction, and with appropriate tech support, you’ll build a resilient and sustainable business that continues to perform into the future,” concludes van Rooyen.

Skynamo www.skynamo.com

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CONSTRUCTION CHEMICALS

SIKA South Africa soups up its sustainability with circular economy training programme With a strong local and global focus on sustainable solutions, SIKA South Africa recently partnered with Ocean Plastic Technologies to do their bit. The synergy between the overall missions both parties share, naturally facilitated SIKA’s own sustainable environmental strategy.

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IKA SA reached out by sponsoring a training initiative along with volunteering time and effort to assist a great initiative, and to see first-hand how a circular economy is put into practice.

SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS MODEL Ocean Plastic Technologies is creating an emerging economy for a new circular plastic waste value chain that empowers industries, consumers and communities across the world to reduce plastic waste. This starts with the company’s network of micro recycling plants (MRP), owner-operated plants that recycle and part process reclaimed ocean, landfill and multi-layer plastic for resale back into the existing supply chain where it is remanufactured into new products. It is a sustainable business model that allows communities to monetise waste and helps them facilitate their positive participation within a global circular economy.

The benefits of these MRP’s are many, but in short, they financially support the communities in which they operate, and do much to improve the natural environment within these communities – and collectively on a global scale. Ocean Plastic Technologies has partnered with the NPO skills

development company, LOTS (Learn Observe Train Serve), to ensure the sustainability of the MRP model by providing ongoing training and mentoring for the owner-operators.

Again, the alignment of Ocean Plastic Technologies’ founding initiative resonates with LOTS’ philosophy of both improving the environment and the upliftment of communities. Each of the currently operational MRPs have created three direct jobs, one hundred community jobs, and clean up approximately 152 000 kilograms of plastic each year.

CLEAN-UP DAY On 10 November 2021, SIKA SA volunteered an eight strong staff contingent from head office, to attend their first clean-up day – the beneficiary on this occasion was one of the MRPs in Willowfontein, Pietermaritzburg.

Split into two teams, the SIKA staff firstly participated in a clean-up collection of rubbish in the surrounding area. They then switched to a sorting role, where different grades and colours of the plastics needed separating for processing through the recycling plant. On a normal day, Gogos (grandmothers) from the community would be performing these tasks, both earning from it and spending back into the community, a tidy, symbiotic relationship

SIKA South Africa team sorting plastics with Ocean Plastic Technologies

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between people, plastic and place.

SKILLS DEVELOPMENT TRAINING The SIKA team were awed by this recycling concept, excited to both see it in action and to be a part of it. To witness the skills development training of the owner-operator entrepreneurs first-hand, and the downline job creation they facilitated, was reward enough for SIKA’s sleeves-up team! SIKA looks forward to the next clean-up.

Oliver Nudds, managing director at Ocean Plastic Technologies, sums it up: “We have to rethink and redesign the waste plastic circular economy. Investing in communities is key and by taking recycling to source, we’re working to advance a sustainable and inclusive waste plastic economy that drives entrepreneurship, wealth creation and community development. Our mobile Micro Recycling Plants (MRPs) are located at the source of waste plastic – with a network of collectors cleaning up their communities which ensures that the waste doesn’t enter waterways and end up in our oceans. It’s a win-win all round and essential to our circular economy.”

SIKA South Africa www.sika.co.za

The SIKA South Africa volunteer team

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PPE

How responsible, local sourcing and manufacturing creates a sustainable economy

For more than 30 years, Lemaitre has supported South African workers with locally manufactured, top-quality safety footwear, and responsible sourcing that supports local industries. Now more than ever, it’s about one worker supporting another in order to play our part in boosting the economy and getting South Africa back on its feet.

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emaitre Safety Footwear, part of the BBF Safety Group, has long been a staunch supporter of not just manufacturing locally, but also sourcing local suppliers and components as far as possible to support the people and communities of South Africa.

With the economic potential SA holds, it is essential to support local products, services and businesses wherever possible, to fasttrack the route to an economically strong South Africa.

LOCAL PROCUREMENT Lemaitre is committed to playing its part in building a strong and sustainable local

‘With the economic potential SA holds, it is essential to support local products, services and businesses wherever possible, to fast-track the route to an economically strong South Africa’

One worker supporting another economy, and it starts with procurement processes. The brand recognises its responsibility to earnestly support local businesses and SMMEs by sourcing key components, and outsourcing some of its production work. This ensures that Lemaitre is contributing to the local economy and the communities beyond its own workforce.

LOCAL MANUFACTURING Lemaitre believes in what it can accomplish locally. With over 400 employees, it is serious about job creation. Most of the work and labour required in manufacturing its safety footwear goes into the upper construction.

Lemaitre uppers are produced in South Africa in its factory in Port Elizabeth and through various independent CMTs. Together, Lemaitre and these CMTs produce proudly South African safety footwear that protects workers across various industries and lays the foundations of positive change.

LOCAL DISTRIBUTION Lemaitre’s safety footwear is in demand throughout Africa, so it uses the capability of local companies to get it there – which includes transporting, warehousing and reselling. After all, South Africans have always shown the ability to go the extra mile.

KEEPING WORKERS SAFE ACROSS INDUSTRIES AND APPLICATIONS By manufacturing and distributing safety footwear products of the highest quality, Lemaitre is looking out for the hardworking people who are building a stronger South Africa.

Lemaitre has been working behind the scenes on a number of new ranges for various applications.

Lemaitre uppers are produced in South Africa in its factory in Port Elizabeth and through various independent CMTs

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Lemaitre www.lemaitre.co.za

LEMAITRE

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Tough durable rubber sole for any situation.

LEMAITRE EXPANDS INTO NEW TERRAINS Lemaitre’s range of products of fers a variet y of features and benefits for all-round protection, comfor t and per formance. The latest addition to Lemaitre – the Inyati range on a PU/Rubber sole of fers resistance, protection and durabilit y in the toughest environments.

As a proudly South African brand made for workers, by workers, we understand what is needed to carr y you safely through some of the toughest industries and working environments. With the expansion of our new range and st yles, Lemaitre expands into new terrains.

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OSPRE Y HIKER R A P TO R R A NG E Torsion control that keeps you sure-footed on uneven ground.

A P O LLO R A N G E Maximum slip resistance.

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M A X E CO R A NG E Providing all-round safety, all the time.

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GOING GREEN

How to buil ‘The drive to go green has seen considerable uptake worldwide, with renewable energy resources making headlines as being a sustainable end to much of the world’s energy problems. *How to put the green into your operations p9

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GOING GREEN

ld a green business Laser Technology Traceability Solutions The beam from a laser is not harmful to the environment as it can be viewed as a natural use of pure light and a great way for any company to reduce their environmental footprint.

Fix-a-Form Labels Pyrotec Fix-a-Form booklet labels, locally available from Pyrotec PackMedia, are a multi-page solution suitable for an array of packaging types. They are ideal for instructions for use, information and promotional labelling, and adding multilingual information.

Concrete Admixtures SIKA South Africa Sustainability is very important for the construction industry since aspects such as energy and resource efficiency, climate change, water scarcity and the rising need for efficient infrastructure are increasingly relevant.

Wastewater aeration Air & Vacuum Technologies Adding air to wastewater in a treatment plant assists the aerobic microorganisms in the consumption of pollutants.

Wastewater aeration is a vital part of almost every biological treatment system.

Blastrac dust free concrete floor surface preparation Indufloor Blastrac machines are being used daily by professionals concerned with seriously effective surface preparation, speed of operation and environmental protection.

Lemaitre Safety Footwear BBF Safety Group By manufacturing and distributing safety footwear products of the highest quality, Lemaitre is looking out for the hardworking people who are building a stronger South Africa.

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Why aeration is integral to wastewater treatment

Adding air to wastewater in a treatment plant assists the aerobic microorganisms in the consumption of pollutants. Wastewater aeration is a vital part of almost every biological treatment system.

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he first job of wastewater aeration is adding air to the wastewater. In a secondary biological treatment process, aerobic microorganisms consume the organic pollutants in the wastewater.

These microorganisms require adequate dissolved oxygen or “DO” to thrive. Without sufficient oxygen, microorganisms are not able to consume the incoming organic pollutants in a reasonable time.

MIXING THE WASTEWATER The second job of wastewater aeration is mixing the wastewater. Proper mixing keeps solids in suspension thus avoiding a build-up of sludge. Mixing also ensures that there are no anaerobic (without air) zones in the wastewater. A common problem, especially with lagoons, is that there is less oxygen present on the bottom. Mixing makes sure all the water and microorganisms come into contact with oxygen.

SUB-SURFACE AERATION A sub-surface aeration system provides oxygen to microorganisms by injecting air into the wastewater. Diffusers are installed in a pattern on the bottom of the tank or lagoon for uniform coverage. The diffusers have tiny holes that create bubbles that come into contact with the water. Diffusers come in two basic types: fine bubble and course bubble.

Oxygen transfer efficiency is the amount of air absorbed by the wastewater as a percentage of the amount of air produced by the aeration system.

COURSE BUBBLE DIFFUSERS Course bubble diffusers typically have a few larger holes that produce larger bubbles.

These larger bubbles travel faster to the surface than the fine bubbles. This aspect creates more turbulence and mixing in the wastewater. Course bubble diffusers are an excellent choice in situations where mixing is most important. It should be noted that course bubble diffusers can require twice as much air to operate as fine bubble diffusers.

WASTEWATER AERATION AS PART OF A TREATMENT PROCESS Wastewater aeration is typically used during the secondary treatment process. This process is most often an activated sludge process. Aeration in an activated sludge process is accomplished by pumping air into the tank or lagoon. Proper aeration promotes the growth of microorganisms or microbes in the wastewater. The microbes feed on the organic pollutants and form flocs which can easily settle out. The flocs are allowed to settle out in a separate settling tank or

FINE BUBBLE DIFFUSERS Fine bubble diffusers typically have thousands of tiny holes and produce the smallest bubbles. The smaller bubbles provide the maximum surface area for contact with the wastewater. They also rise to the surface at a slower rate which provides for a longer contact time. These two factors make fine bubble diffusers the best choice for what is called “Oxygen Transfer Efficiency”.

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Air & Vacuum Technologies is a direct importer of the full Robuschi range of Rotary lobe, screw compressors, turbo blowers and centrifugal pumps

A sub-surface aeration system provides oxygen to microorganisms by injecting air into the wastewater lagoon. The flocs of bacteria that settle and accumulate on the bottom of the tank or lagoon form activated sludge. The activated sludge can then be recirculated back to the aeration basin or lagoon to increase the rate of consumption of pollutants.

Wastewater aeration is also used in tanks and lagoons used for storage, for example sludge holding and flow equalisation. In these portions of a wastewater treatment system it is important to maintain the living microorganisms. If the microorganisms begin to die, the wastewater will become septic, and odour will start to be an issue.

Air & Vacuum Technologies can assist you with all your needs when it comes to most of the equipment required on a wastewater treatment plant.

The company is a direct importer of the full Robuschi range of Rotary lobe, screw compressors, turbo blowers and centrifugal pumps, all commonly found on said plants.

In addition, it offers peristaltic pumps, doing pumps and side channel blowers.

Air & Vacuum Technologies is the sole distributor for the WTE range of air diffusers.

Air & Vacuum Technologies www.vactech.co.za

Instruvac (a division of Air & Vacuum The ROBUSCHI RBS range of low-pulse, tri-lobe blowers & exhausters with pressures up to 1bar & vacuum levels to -500mbar.

Flow rates from 240m3/hr up to 10,400m3/hr.

distributor for Robuschi liquid ring vacuum pumps as well as roots blowers & blower packages – all made in Italy.

PeriBest Peristaltic pumps offer extremely heavy duty design for the most demanding applications up to 10 bar. and the latest technology peristaltic hose with XXL roller technology. PeriBest’s ease of assembly, operation and maintenance saves on costs and downtime.

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info@vactech.co.za

011 318 3241/2/3/4

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FLOORING AND WAREHOUSING

How to reduce dust pollution in surface preparation Dust control is extremely important in any construction project. Dust can have a detrimental effect on human and animal health and can cause environmental pollution. BLASTRAC dust free machines, available in South Africa from Indufloor, provide excellent surface preparation without the environmental impact.

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AZARDS OF DUST POLLUTION

• Air pollution Poor air quality is a global health hazard and was responsible for 4.2 million premature deaths in 2016 (Source: www.highspeedtraining. co.uk). Air pollution is also a significant contributor to global warming and climate change.

• Health complications Health complications from breathing in dust include coughing and wheezing; cardiovascular and respiratory diseases; lunch cancer; strokes; and exacerbation of asthma.

HOW DO BLASTRAC MACHINES REDUCE DUST POLLUTION? Steel shot is propelled onto the concrete surface at high velocity to remove old coatings, adhesives and cement laitance exposing absolutely clean surfaces for excellent adhesion of a new coating or lining system. The steel shot is recycled whilst the dust/debris is powerfully vacuumed into the machine’s dust collector. The profile of the blast may be varied according to the travel speed of the machine. Concrete surfaces may be brushed-blasted (light blasting) or blasted to expose aggregates, depending on requirements.

As the process is dry and dust free, the suitable roughened surface is immediately ready for the new coating or overlay.

COST EFFECTIVE BLASTRAC machines are available for hire as well as purchase, enabling customers and contractors alike to choose the most effective

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option. Machines will be delivered to site with experienced operators to perform the dust free blasting, removing surface preparation headaches, in a cost effective process.

BLASTRAC dust collectors are specifically designed for the rigors of commercial/ contractor use, with powerful motors for increased air flow, heavy duty filters, and components that are protected from dust and debris for longer life. Particulate and dust created during surface preparation and repair jobs can be hazardous, and BLASTRAC

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dust collectors efficiently collect and contain these contaminants. Easily removable and transportable dust bins are added features.

A cleaner work environment is safer and provides for increased productivity from operators as well as other workers in the same area.

Indufloor www.indufloor.co.za

FLOORING AND WAREHOUSING

INDUFLOOR | National and International Sales | Tel: 082 490 3057 (Mike) | JHB Tel: 011 466 2084/8 |

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The first choice in industrial flooring

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Indufloor has 27 years’ top quality projects experience and is South Africa’s premier industrial flooring contractor. Indufloor will prepare the appropriate flooring specification and provide specialised installation teams to undertake work in accordance with the client’s requirement.

In determining the specification for the floor lining system, the clients assess a range of available options.

When abrasion- and chemical-resistance, ease of cleaning and aesthetic appearance are foremost considerations, Indufloor offers the right solution. Indufloor is contracted to do the work on a fast track basis, using its Blastrac, dust-free surface preparation machines prior to application of the chosen flooring system.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES • Polyurethane, epoxy, chemical concrete screeds • Abrasion-corrosion-resistant linings • Structural concrete floor repairs • Shut-down contracts • Blastrac dust-free concrete surface-preparation equipment, including shot blasting, milling, scarifying, dry grinding, scraping, cutting

• Superflat pump-applied floors • Decorative commercial flooring

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PRINTING, CODING & MARKING

How laser technology fits into your business’ green policy Environmental concerns have become more prominent for all businesses in recent years; as we become more conscious of our impact on the world around us and increasing consumer demand for more sustainable products. With companies trying to find ways to reduce their environmental footprint without sacrificing profit or revenue, adopting green policies shows your customers that you’re dedicated to social issues and the sustainability of the planet at large.

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aser technology is usually not associated with environmental health, but lasers offer many ecological benefits over other marking options and can help lower the cost of your daily operations; and have been effectively used in the place of many older, less environmentally friendly technologies. Laser marking decreases waste by not using harmful chemicals and reduces the number of harmful materials ultimately arriving at landfills. Traditionally, the marking of barcodes, serial numbers and logos generally involve additional labels or inks. By contrast, laser marking can engrave directly on various materials, removing the need for extra materials or harmful inks and solvents. Laser marking is a uniquely beneficial option for the environment as it uses no chemicals and creates no emissions.

WHY LASER TECHNOLOGY IS GOOD FOR THE ENVIRONMENT • Laser markers have minimal moving parts. Therefore, maintenance tasks and their associated costs are virtually non-existent.

• Laser markers use a small amount of energy, usually costing pennies per hour to operate.

• Laser markers eliminate the need for consumables — no need for inks, filters, pins, belts, or other replaceable parts.

• Laser markers are clean. Ink marking stations are very dirty and difficult to clean. Lasers allow you to have options; you can change your mark, material, or product with a quick software setting.

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• Lasers mark directly on the part, so there is no need for paper labels or plates to be added to the product; they only consume power when they mark.

• Finally, laser markers are fast and efficient. Increase throughput while eliminating redundant processes.

REDUCING THE EXTENT OF WASTE Most of the traditional methods of engraving led to immense wastage.

Therefore, there was a need to use environmentally harmful resources to remedy this wastage. By contrast, laser marking technologies help you engrave on various materials without the need for dangerous materials.

Furthermore, when you minimise additional labels from the marking process, you’ll also reduce the extent of waste.

Therefore, the introduction of laser technology has minimised environmentally detrimental resources to counter waste.

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Laser marking and engraving The beam from a laser is not harmful to the environment as it can be viewed as a natural use of pure light and a great way for any company to reduce their environmental footprint. In addition, lasers also save manufacturing costs, provide a low cost of ownership, and help operators quickly realise ROI. Laser engraving is a win for the planet and can be a big win for your bottom line.

Traceability Solutions www.tracesol.co.za

Have you considered using laser marking as a cost-effective and green alternative to your daily operations?

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Reduced costs as there is no need for inks, filters, pins, belts or replaceable parts.

Engrave on various materials without the need for dangerous materials.

Minimize additional labels, thereby reducing the extent of waste.

Choose the environmental option. Choose laser engraving.

Contact Traceability Solutions today to discuss how our laser marking solutions can benefit your business! +27 10 020 7220

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PRINTING, CODING & MARKING

Rethinking packaging to reduce paper waste In a time where our throw-away culture has increased packaging waste worldwide, companies are looking for solutions that enable them to provide more and use less. With mounting pressure, packaging is changing.

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ven though packaging is necessary, a lot of products have excess packaging where the information that is needed could be applied directly to the product rather than adding packaging to display necessary information. This could be for instructions, legislated, multilingual or promotional information. The packaging not only adds to the cost of the product but also to discarded waste.

FIX-A-FORM In the late 1970s Fix-a-Form International’s sister company, Denny Bros UK, combined a printed, folded booklet with a self-adhesive label, and the first multi-page Fix-a-Form label was born.

These Fix-a-Form booklet labels, locally available from Pyrotec PackMedia, are a multi-page solution suitable for an

‘Your customers will be thinking about reducing packaging so look to invest now for your future’

Paper waste at a landfill

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Sustainable packaging using Fix-aForm labels array of packaging types. They are ideal for instructions for use, information and promotional labelling, and adding multilingual information.

These innovative self-adhesive booklet labels occupy the same space as an ordinary label but may contain up to 120 pages of extra information. These can be tailored to suit different product needs, supplied in a standard reel format and applied with standard industry labelling equipment.

MINIMISING PACKAGING AND PAPER WASTE In South Africa, one of Packaging SA’s objectives is to address minimising packaging and paper waste sent to landfill by supporting

Did you know?

‘As per SA’s National Development Goals and the global Sustainable Development Goals the target for collection/ diversion rates will increase from its current 57.1% to 66.9% within a five-year period when the plan is implemented’ material reduction, recycling, recovery and other related activities. The vision is to strive for zero packaging and paper waste to landfill.

In pursuit of this aim, Packaging SA’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Plan has a long-term vision in line with SA’s National Development Goals and the global Sustainable Development Goals, of which South Africa is a signatory.

The target for collection/diversion rates will increase from its current 57.1% to 66.9% within a five-year period when the plan is implemented. This compares well to the EU’s target of 65% for all paper and packaging by 2025.

Safeguard your business. Your customers will be thinking about reducing packaging so look to invest now for your future.

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+27 21 787 9600 | packmark@pyrotec.co.za | www.pyrotec.co.za Information Officer: Rowan Beattie (MD) | Tel: +27 21 787 9600 | Physical Address: Lakeshore Road, Capricorn Park, Muizenberg, 7945 | Postal Address: Private Bag X1, Capricorn Square, 7948 | Email: RBeattie@pyrotec.co.za

TRADE EVENTS Propak Africa returns jam-packed with packaging technology innovation Recognised for its ability to link together people and products, build quality business connections and facilitate sales, Africa’s most progressive packaging, printing, plastics, food processing and labelling trade exhibition Propak Africa will be taking place from 8-11 March, at the Expo Centre, Nasrec in Johannesburg.

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ropak Africa, together with colocated shows The GAPP Print Expo, Pro-Plas Expo, FoodPro Expo and Pro-Label Expo, will provide a platform for over 200 exhibitors to showcase cuttingedge innovations, technologies, products, machinery, systems and services. The show is supported by The Institute of Packaging SA, Packaging SA, Printing SA and Plastics SA. “We are excited that Propak Africa will be taking place as a live event this year,” says Mark Anderson, portfolio director at Specialised Exhibitions, a division of Montgomery Group. “The face-to-face interaction that is at the heart of exhibitions has been missed and although online events and virtual exhibitions filled the void and created an environment where buyers and sellers could engage remotely, these fell short of the in-person, face-to-face experience.”

LIVE DEMOS, LATEST PRODUCTS AND TECHNOLOGY Many exhibitors will have live demonstrations of machinery on their stands and latest products and technology will also be on display.

Visitors to the Akura Engineering stand will see how easy it is to operate a Bramidan Vertical Baler machine. Efficient compressing of bulky waste materials will

dramatically reduce volumes for cheaper storage, handling and transport. Many waste materials may be recovered and recycled, resulting in possible cost recuperation, or even profit, on your disposal programme.

Vannpax is excited to launch its 1002 Manual Cartoner with Automatic gluing and closing, and visitors will be able to see this entry level machine in action. Also on display, will be a Vannpax 1003 Self-Lock Tray Erector, an Ishida Multi-Head Weigher and a Labelpack label applicator.

OMRON will showcase its fully simulated flexible production environments at Propak Africa. Visitors will see the OMRON TM cobot in action and learn how they can increase the flexibility, quality and speed of production and also enable companies to respond rapidly to changing market conditions.

Further, Robatech will be demonstrating how high-precision adhesive application can conserve resources and glue packaging neatly and quickly. With their new adhesive application system for primary and secondary packaging, you enter a new dimension in the industrial adhesive application.

As manufacturers and suppliers of a wide variety of products ranging from materials handling, retail, environmental, jumbo bins and agricultural products, Mpact Plastic Containers applies the circular economy model in everything they do. Visitors to

their stand will learn how customers can return their end-of-life products to them in exchange for new products.

SEMINARS, CONFERENCES, THEME DAYS Free-to-attend seminars will be taking place across the four days, as well as two conferences: the Institute of Packaging SA’s ‘Think Tank’ conference on 8 and 9 March and Printing SA conference on 10 March.

Conference pre-booking is required.

There will also be an ‘every day a themed day’. Day one will focus on new products and day two will highlight sustainability.

Day three places attention on the occupational health and safety of the industry, and on the last day the theme is ‘local is lekker’.

“We have been working hard behind the scenes connecting with our partners, integrating latest exhibition trends and technologies, and planning our educational conferences, free seminars, theme days, experiential activities and additional new features. We are looking forward to the show,” Anderson concludes.

All COVID-19 regulations will be in place at Propak Africa.

Propak Africa www.propakafrica.co.za

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Propak highlights reel

Co-located with:

PRO-PLAS EXPO 2022

LISTINGS AUTOMATION

PPE

Traceability Solutions -

BBF Safety - www.bbfsafety.co.za - 031 710 0400

www.tracesol.co.za - 010 020 7220

PRINTING, CODING AND MARKING CONSTRUCTION CHEMICALS SIKA South Africa - zaf.sika.com - 031 792 6500

Pyrotec - www.pyrotec.co.za - 021 787 9600 Telpro Management - www.telpro.co.za - 011 875 9300 Traceability Solutions -

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

www.tracesol.co.za - 010 020 7220

Air and Vacuum Technologies www.vactech.co.za - 011 318 3241

PUMPS Air & Vacuum Technologies -

FLOORING

www.vactech.co.za - 011 318 3241

Indufloor - www.indufloor.co.za - 011 466 2084

WAREHOUSING HEALTH AND SAFETY BBF Safety - www.bbfsafety.co.za - 031 710 0400

LABELLING Pyrotec - www.pyrotec.co.za - 021 787 9600

PACKAGING Propak Africa - www.propakafrica.co.za - 011 835 1565

Indufloor - www.indufloor.co.za - 011 466 2084