Industrial Buyer March/ April 2020

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ADVERTISERS’ INDEX............4 NEWS..........................................6 NEW EQUIPMENT SHOWCASE..............................12 INDUSTRY TALK......................15

• Turn to our product listing on page 35 • Find the product you’re looking for – all products are listed alphabetically

TOOLS AND MACHINERY.... 18

Are you looking for a preferred supplier or specific company?

PRINTING, CODING AND MARKING..................................23

PEST CONTROL.......................21 COMMUNICATION DEVICES...................................22

PACKAGING.............................29

• Turn to our advertisers’ index on page 4 • Find the name of the company you’re after

FLOORING.................................31 MATERIALS HANDLING........32 WAREHOUSING......................32

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COVID-19 IS CHANGING THE GLOBAL BUSINESS LANDSCAPE FOR GOOD

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In an unprecedented yet decisive move, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced on 23 March that the country would enter a 21-day lockdown to try to curb the spread of the virus.

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If you are able, most companies are asking employees to work from home. My own company, New Media, adopted a work from home policy early on, in anticipation of the lockdown, which has worked surprisingly well. We are expected to become more reliant on automation as a result of this disruption and remote working and cloud computing will become the norm, all of which are expected to boost the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

In this edition of Industrial Buyer we look at how Coronavirus has impacted the workplace and, going forward, how you can protect employees from COVID-19 or viruses like it on page 15. We have a special focus on new tools and equipment for the industry starting on page 12. Find out how the Ledlenser EX Series of lamps is helping employees adhere to the safety standards of the EU on page 18 and read some interesting facts on the history of laser printing on page 26. Also be sure to read through our News section starting on page 6 to stay abreast of trade exhibition postponements due to the global spread of the novel coronavirus.

How has the COVID-19 outbreak in South Africa impacted your business? We want to hear from you. Let us know on our social media platforms or by emailing me at Varushka.padayachi@newmedia.co.za.

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NEWS

WELDING INSTITUTE TACKLES UNEMPLOYMENT IN THE SA MANUFACTURING SECTOR The Southern African Institute of Welding (SAIW) is tackling unemployment in South Africa head on by offering welding, inspection and NDT training courses to internationally approved standards.

The South African industrial and manufacturing sector is grappling with one of the toughest economic eras in living memory, made even more challenging by the tension between a rampant unemployment figure of 29 percent (Stats SA) and a shortage of relevant world-class technical skills.

In light of this, SAIW has a brand new approach that also offers its members an ongoing return on their investment.

KEY DRIVERS OF ECONOMIC GROWTH SAIW executive director John Tarboton says: ‘Welding and weld related technologies are key enablers in the manufacturing space, particularly in metals fabrication and skilled and competent people are vital for the promotion of these key drivers of economic growth and employment.

‘As SAIW we have therefore identified four service areas namely training; technology; certification; and member marketing that we believe all contribute towards our vision: to promote world-class excellence in welding, NDT and allied technologies; and our broader mission of championing the development and upliftment of the national welding capability.’

With skills development training and personnel qualification courses as the starting point – the Institute offers welding, inspection and NDT training courses to internationally approved standards, much of which is required to remain certified to ISO 3834.

TECHNOLOGY IN TRAINING SAIW is also revamping its approach to the use of technology in its training programmes, to improve accessibility and reduce costs. ‘For example, we have recently conducted trials by providing live online lectures in the form of webinars.

This allows the possibility of interaction with the lecturers whilst not having to

physically attend the courses,’ reports Tarboton.

In addition, the Institute is launching a monthly webinars series that will contribute towards the accumulation of professional development points (CPD) for those who need them. These will be free to members, who log in at the appropriate time to access the session.

Certification forms the third leg of the renewed offering and SAIW is offering company members discounts on certifications and recertifications such as ISO 3834.

MARKETING On the marketing side, SAIW aims to promote the capabilities of its members to the broader industry, nationally and internationally. Tarboton stresses; ‘Being a member of the Institute means something with regard to credibility and we are encouraging members to take advantage: for companies by using our ‘Member of SAIW’ logo for example, or by individuals taking advantage of MSAIW branding for recognition.

STRONG ALLIANCES Welding and weld related technologies are key enablers in the manufacturing space, particularly in metals fabrication and skilled and competent people are vital for the promotion of these key drivers of economic growth and employment

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There is also a drive to foster wider collaboration across the industry and SAIW is talking to other industry associations, such as AFSA, SASSDA and SAISC. ‘We aim to build strong alliances, which we believe is at the heart of making our Institutes and associations, as well as the businesses of our members, more robust and sustainable,’ says Tarboton He adds: ‘We are on a strong and determined drive for greater member involvement.

For fabricators looking to reduce rework and improve productivity, we see partnering with the Institute and, together, seeking to improve our processes and performance, as the simplest path to longterm success.’

NEWS

MULTOTEC INSTALLS

GREEN ENERGY AT SPARTAN PLANT

The excess electricity generated over weekends is channelled back into the main grid by Multotec at no cost to the municipality Multotec has installed renewable power at one of its facilities in Spartan, Gauteng.

This is the company’s bid to make a sustainable contribution to easing South Africa’s energy crisis.

The substantial investment saw 684 photovoltaic (PV) solar panels being installed in November 2019, creating a 223 kW generating system. It serves Multotec’s most energyintensive works – its injection moulding facility – providing almost 20 percent of the daily electricity demand.

According to Multotec’s group manufacturing executive, Werner Stessl, the impact of the new system is not just economic. It will also have important environmental benefits in terms of the country’s climate change targets.

684 Photovoltaic (PV) solar panels were installed at Multotec providing

almost 20 percent of the daily electricity demand.

‘Multotec is committed to environmental sustainability and we value the fact that this installation is likely to save about 30 000 kg of carbon dioxide emissions each month,’ says Stessl. ‘This is the equivalent of planting about 100 trees a month.’

He says the organisation has been carefully monitoring its rising electricity costs and sought a responsible solution that would leverage the latest renewable energy technology. In collaboration with solar power experts Energy Capital, a thorough investigation of its energy consumption and available opportunities was conducted.

‘After months of planning and research, it was established that we could run a battery-less system which would valuably augment our current municipal supply,’ he says. ‘After some structural engineering to

prepare our designated roof areas, the panels were efficiently placed and linked up by mid-November last year.’

To date, the system has more than met Multotec’s expectations, which were contractually guaranteed by the service provider.

The detailed up-front investigation showed that the installation could be repaid by energy savings within about four and a half years. System performance – right down to the electricity generated by each PV solar panel – can be monitored daily on an online dashboard, he says.

The local municipality has also begun to benefit from Multotec’s initiative, as there is usually ‘overflow’ power generated at weekends which the moulding facility does not need. This excess electricity is now channelled back into the main grid by Multotec, at no cost to the municipality.

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NEWS

INDUSTRI TOOLS & EQUIPMENT ADDS WELDING SAFETY CURTAIN TO ITS RANGE INDUSTRI Tools & Equipment’s manufacturing division offers the production of a wide range of custom-made industrial materials, including welding screens, strip curtains, fire blankets, spill mats, tarpaulins and dam liners.

‘Safety regulations – which require the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other personnel protection during the operation of arc welding equipment - have been introduced to protect workers in or near welding areas,’ explains Lynette Badenhorst, product manager – Manufacturing, INDUSTRI Tools & Equipment, part of the Engineering Solutions Group (ESG) of Invicta Holdings Limited. ‘INDUSTRI’s locallymanufactured welding safety curtain and screen products are used in conjunction with other protective measures, like ventilation, cooling fans and respirators, to keep everyone in the environment safe.

‘The company’s flame-resistant welding curtains and screens form a safe enclosure, that withstands extreme heat exposure and limits the movement of welding chemicals and fumes, to protect welders and others in the facility, from the harmful effects of flashes, radiation and other debris, during welding work.

Exposure to ultraviolet and infra-red radiation can lead to skin burns and severe eye disorders, such as ‘arc eye’ or ‘welders flash’ – a painful inflammation of the cornea, that may affect vision.’

INDUSTRI welding screens are manufactured using a laminate vinyl material with high tensile strength and the seams of the safety curtains are electronically-welded for durability and tear-resistance.

These systems, which have been designed for quick installation, easy access and simple re-arrangement, can also be positioned to create a sound barrier that contains the noise produced on-site during welding operations.

These durable welding screens are suitable for use in every facility with a welding process, including engineering, workshops, mines, oil and gas, manufacturing and trade training centres.

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INDUSTRI Tools & Equipment’s manufacturing division offers the production of a wide range of custom-made industrial materials

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NEWS

WAITEX GHANA POSTPONED UNTIL 2021 Specialised Exhibitions and Afrocet, organisers of the West African Industrial Trade Exhibition (WAITEX) have announced that the show, due to take place in Accra in Ghana from 21-23 April 2020, has been postponed until 20-22 April 2021.

‘In light of the rapid spread globally of the coronavirus pandemic and the announcement of a range of interventions by the South African presidency we have taken the decision to postpone Waitex 2020,’ says Gary Corin, managing director of Specialised Exhibitions. ‘A large contingent of South African companies was booked to exhibit at the mining, automation, packaging and industrial trade show in Ghana alongside many local Ghanaian companies. In support of the extensive efforts by both countries’ Governments to contain the spread of the coronavirus, we are postponing the show until 20-22 April 2021.’

‘We support the South African and Ghanaian Authorities’ decision to implement social distancing measures and temporarily prohibit large gatherings of people. We are committed to protecting all stakeholder health, both Ghanaian and South African,’ says Corin.

‘This is an unprecedented and fluid situation. Currently, all other exhibitions in our portfolio are scheduled to go ahead.

We will keep all stakeholders informed of changes.

Specialised Exhibitions and the Montgomery Group will respond to health and travel procedures in place locally and globally, as advised by governments and the World Health Organisation,’ Corin concluded.

Should you have any questions email charleneh@specialised.com.

SECUREX SA POSTPONED TO AUGUST

Specialised Exhibitions has decided to reschedule its Securex South Africa, A-OSH Expo and Facilities Management Expo trade shows to 18 to 20 August 2020 following developments in the COVID-19 national state of disaster The three co-located shows will still take place at Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg.

‘Measures declared by the President included a ‘ban on mass gatherings of more than 100 people’, as well as social distancing,’ says Gary Corin, managing director of Specialised Exhibitions. ‘We fully support this pronouncement, and in consideration of the safety and wellbeing of our exhibitors, suppliers and visitors – and indeed the industry as a whole – as top priority, have decided to postpone the expos to later in the year.

‘Specialised Exhibitions looks forward to hosting a strong showing for the safety, security and built environments later this year, and appreciates the support of all stakeholders.’

Queries around Securex, A-OSH EXPO and Facilities Management Expo can be directed to svens@specialised.com.

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NEWS

SIKASIL BRIDGE TAPE-300 USED IN V&A WATERFRONT SKYLIGHT REVAMP Sika was a chosen supplier for the revamp of the glass skylights at V&A Waterfront in Cape Town.

The management team of the waterfront identified the leakage of the skylights as a major problem that needed to be solved as they had leaked for some time and were in urgent need of repair.

Consulting engineers David Elston & Associates assisted in selecting an appropriate remedy. The team decided to employ a method of over-sealing the glazing joints, offering advantages of less labour and less time to complete. This 4600 linear metre project was made possible by using Sika products.

In July 2019 the revamp of the glass skylights began. The contractor, Skysite Rope Access offered the adopted solution of leaving the original sealant in the joints and over-sealing with Sikasil bridge tape300 a preformed silicone profile tape with Sikahyflex 305 AP weather sealant to seal all existing joints, making them 100 percent waterproof as silicone bonds to silicone.

A reason for the use of the Sikasil bridge tape -300 was that it is an ultra-low modules silicone tape that presented an economical alternative to cutting out existing failed joints.

Some advantages of this tape include; high tear resistance, resistance to corrosion and UV resistance. Sika offered assistance by initiating training to ensure the job was done in the correct manner as other Sika products were used such as Sika Activator 205 as an adhesion promoter and Sika cleanglass to ensure all glass surfaces were left meticulously clean.

This project was unique for Sika as it was the first of its kind in the country using the Sikasil Bridge Tape-300. Having the V&A waterfront as a reference is a fantastic start for this new Sika product.

With the Sika products and methods used on these skylights there is no doubt the V&A waterfront can retain its well renowned reputation.

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NEWS SA STARTUP MAKES TOP 100 LIST OF MOST PROMISING AI COMPANIES IN THE WORLD CB Insights has named South African company DataProphet, a leader in AI that enables manufacturers to step towards autonomous manufacturing, to the fourth annual AI 100 ranking, showcasing the 100 most promising private artificial intelligence companies in the world.

‘It’s been remarkable to see the success of the companies named to the Artificial Intelligence 100 over the last four years. The 2019 AI 100 saw 48 companies go on to raise $4.9B of additional financing and nine got acquired,’ says CB Insights CEO Anand Sanwal.

‘It has been gratifying to see that CB Insights’ data-driven approach to identifying the top AI companies using patents, customer traction, investor quality, market sizing and more has become so effective at picking the AI winners of tomorrow. We look forward to seeing what the 2020 AI 100 companies will accomplish over the course of this year and beyond.’

In addition to disrupting core sectors including healthcare, retail, and finance, the 2020 AI 100 companies are revamping the broader enterprise tech stack. These companies span the globe, from the US, UK, China, Chile, and South Africa, and are supported by more than 600 investors.

‘We’re delighted to be recognised by CBI Insights as one of the most promising AI companies in the world, with only four AI companies in the manufacturing sector selected,’ says Frans Cronje, CEO at

Automation in a manufacturing plant

DataProphet. ‘We’re committed to helping manufacturers achieve their Industry 4.0 goals and build a solid foundation for autonomous manufacturing.’

Through an evidence-based approach, the CB Insights research team selected the AI 100 from nearly 5 000 companies based on several factors including patent activity, investor quality, news sentiment analysis, proprietary Mosaic scores, market potential, partnerships, competitive landscape, team strength, and tech novelty. The Mosaic Score, based on CB Insights’ algorithm, measures the overall health and growth potential of private companies to help predict a company’s momentum.

APEX STRIP CURTAINS OPTIMISE WORKFLOW As the manufacturing industry pays closer attention to best practice, quality control and safety in the workplace, PVC strip curtains are playing an increasingly valuable role.

Apex Strip Curtains & Doors sales executive, Wim Dessing highlights how the company’s locally produced strip curtains are used to enhance workplace demarcation and workflow.

‘Internal entry and exit points are common places for accidents to occur in the workplace,’ Dessing says. ‘Similarly, points of transition between various sections in a manufacturing or storage facility can also be a safety concern.’

Usually supplied as transparent, the PVC strip curtains maximise visibility while still meeting the need to cordon off sections and optimise the flow of work. This considerably lowers the risks related to vehicular traffic moving in and out of different areas of the workplace. The curtains also reduce the ingress of dust, smoke and insects, while also helping prevent the entry of hot or cold air.

Manufactured locally in South Africa for over 45 years, these premium products from Apex Strip Curtains & Doors feature the patented Balledge on both sides of the individual strips.

This reinforced rounded edge on the strips is a major differentiator, ensuring an optimal thermal close. It also allows the strips to part easily, which improves access for pedestrians, pallet trucks, forklifts and other motorised equipment.

‘We produce our general purpose strip curtains with specially formulated PVC material,’ Dessing says. ‘Apart from its transparency for increased visibility, it is also highly resistant to discolouration, cracking or tearing.’ While they are commonly used at permanent entrance and exit points, these industrial PVC strip curtains are also a popular way of creating temporary partitions within large manufacturing facilities.

Apex Strip Curtains are transparent allowing optimal visitbility

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NEW EQUIPMENT SHOWCASE

Power up your business, even during loadshedding The ever-looming threat of the lights going out remains a reality for all South Africans. This could mean major losses in your business if you don’t have contingencies in place. Industrial Buyer caught up with Hire-It sales director Richard Fraser to shed light on the best alternative power solutions to use in your business.

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: Please explain how each alternative power solution works and which is the best option for a small manufacturing operation?

A: There are a wide variety of backup options ranging from different types of generators, solar systems and backup inverter battery systems, in a number of different types and quality levels. This is why it can be difficult for end users to understand the different options and the pros and cons. The most important information is to understand the application.

As a general rule, battery inverter systems are handy for backing up lights and computers for a home or office environment for a number of hours depending on the size.

This is good for the office worker because

it means business can carry on during load shedding, and with any luck the batteries will last until the power comes back up. Battery and solar systems are not the correct option for running machinery like a manufacturing operation. To backup a manufacturing operation, a Diesel backup generator will be best. This is mainly because batteries are not suited to running machinery or heat elements, they get used up too quickly.

Q: On average, how long can a generator run?

A: There are many different sizes of machine and fuel tanks, but most of our backup units, irrespective of the size, are designed to run for six to eight hours on close to a full load.

AKSA Generators

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If the load on a machine is less, then the fuel consumption will be less, and therefore the run time can be higher. We recommend getting a jerry can or plastic petrol canister (available at most hardware stores), so that the machine can be filled up in the event of a very long outage.

This is one of the major advantages of a generator over a battery system, the run time is much longer, and machines can be filled up with fuel.

Also, in comparison to battery systems, diesel generators are far better suited to running machinery and mechanical applications. I must also mention as a matter of safety, never put petrol or diesel into a machine that is running, always switch it off when refuelling.

NEW EQUIPMENT SHOWCASE Q: What is the return on investment for alternative power?

A: There are three categories of alternative power: • Solar Hybrid systems, which commonly involve businesses using a combination of any or all of Eskom power, solar power, battery power as well as a generator for when all of the former aren’t able to supply enough power. The initial outlay for these types of systems is high, but the theory is that the savings made on power usage will pay back in anywhere between 5 and 15 years. There is also currently a question mark over whether Eskom will allow users to add into the grid and even make money out of creating power, or get penalised for it. Solar hybrid systems are the greenest option for businesses and make sense for office backup or shops which have fairly modest power requirements compared to manufacturing and industry. In my opinion, Solar hybrid technology is not quite at the right level or price point to be viable for the majority of the market, it is quite expensive, and also batteries need to be replaced, which means more costs down the line. Lead Acid batteries have a life span of three to five years. The new Lithium Ion batteries have nearly double the life expectancy but are triple the price roughly speaking.

However, I believe that in time as demand increases and pricing improves, the solar hybrid system will become more viable.

• Inverter Battery / UPS backup: This is a good option for small offices or homes that just want to run lights, computers and internet to keep production going during outages. Systems that can give two to four hours backup for a small office are fairly well priced.

Things to bear in mind are that once the batteries run out, say for an extended blackout, then you are back in the dark.

Also, batteries will need to be replaced in three to five years, so bear in mind further costs down the road.

Other advantages of the battery inverter are that they are silent, unlike a generator option. Also, the power keeps going through the batteries continuously, so you don’t have the risk of surges or shut

Kohler diesel generator offs damaging electronic equipment like servers, computers etc.

• Generator backup: Depending on the application and power requirements, there are a number of generator backup options for businesses, offices, factories, homes, shops etc. Pricing starts from around R7 000 for a small petrol

Did you know?

It is advisable to run a generator for about 10 minutes, a few times a month to keep it in working order.

generator, up to the millions of Rands for large Industrial Diesel sets. If the application is a home or business, how important is the noise factor? Silent generators are significantly more expensive than noisier open sets.

Also, do you require auto start, or are you happy that someone can switch on a generator manually?

Again, the auto start sets are more expensive. Using Eskom power is always the cheapest option, but businesses need to ask if production downtime justifies the expense of a generator.

We have supplied generators to a number of businesses that have decided it is indispensable, from dentists to industrial chroming plants, dialysis clinics, shoe factories, fast food chains, chicken farms, halal meat processing plants and more.

Q: What is the future of alternative power in South Africa?

A: In my opinion the problems of Eskom will take a number of years to resolve.

Businesses need to look at the next three to five years and weigh up the cost of down time compared to an alternative power source.

Hire-It www.hire-it.co.za

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NEW EQUIPMENT SHOWCASE

A truly rugged phone for truly rugged environments Cat Phones has launched the Cat S52, the exceptionally thin and sleek truly rugged phone, perfect for rugged environments.

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he Cat S52 defies user expectations of what a rugged phone looks like, combining military grade toughness with a pocket-friendly design that is thinner than a mainstream smartphone in an often-bulky case that offers limited protection.

SLEEK AND CLASSIC LOOK AND FEEL At just 9.69mm thin and 210g, the S52 is strengthened by a high-grade aluminium frame with a thin but tough non-slip rubberised TPU backplate, ensuring a sleek, classic look and feel that is never out of place wherever your day takes you.

THE CAT S52 IS WATERPROOF The front face of the Cat S52 is fully covered by scratch and crack-resistant Corning Gorilla glass 6 with full metallic keys and waterproof connectors completing the design.

Despite its elegant design, the latest Cat phone is as tough as ever, all round. Cat phones set the standard in rugged, and the Cat S52 is no exception. It is built to last, subjected to an extremely rigorous drop test onto steel, 30 times from 1.5 metres, including drops on every side and corner. It is dirt and dustproof, and can be fully submerged in water, with an Ingress Protection rating of IP68.

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It’s also MIL SPEC 810G, this means Cat has put the product through a barrage of Military Spec robustness tests, including thermal shocks, high and low temperature extremes, vibration tests, tumble tests, and salt mist conditions, ensuring that with the Cat S52, accidents don’t happen.

CLASS LEADING CAMERA The main camera boasts fast and accurate focusing thanks to its dual pixel Sony sensor, and its bright f/1.8 aperture and large 1.4µm pixel size delivers great low-light performance.

This, combined with advanced multi-frame image processing software, provides a classleading camera experience.

‘Statistically, one in three consumers have severely damaged their phone from everyday mishaps in the last three years – that’s a lot of phones breaking. Not only is that hugely inconvenient for consumers but repairing or replacing phones can prove prohibitively expensive. With the Cat S52, we’ve made a smartphone that life won’t break. It’s a true rugged Cat phone at its core, but with a mainstream design that looks and feels great.

Sleek and tough – it’s one less thing to worry about,’ says Peter Cunningham, VP Product Portfolio at Bullitt Group.

Cat Phones www.catphones.com

Read more about the Cat S52 on www.industrialbuyer.co.za

INDUSTRY TALK

How to protect employees from coronavirus in the workplace

The novel coronavirus has had an unprecedented impact on everything from the world economy to how we shop for groceries. South African businesses are having to explore work from home options, if possible, or employ protection measures onsite if not. Here are some ways you can ensure the health and safety of your employees during this period.

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ccording to the National Employers’ Association of South Africa (NEASA): ‘In terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, an employer is obligated to take any reasonable action to ensure a safe and healthy working environment. These steps include elimination or mitigation of any hazard or potential hazard, providing instructions, information, training and supervision as well as the enforcement of such measures as may be required in the interest of health and safety.’

HYGIENE IN THE WORKPLACE NEASA has developed a generic policy for dealing with COVID-19 in the workplace. It highlights the following points for enforcing hygiene in the workplace: • Employees must ensure that they make use of the hand soap and hand sanitisers available, when they enter the workplace and after teatime, lunch time or use of toilet facilities.

• Use a tissue or a bent elbow when you have to sneeze or cough and immediately wash your hands thereafter for 20 seconds.

• Do not shake hands or give hugs, limit physical contact and maintain a distance of 2m as much as reasonably possible, and immediately wash your hands should it be unavoidable.

• Keep a clean and sanitary work environment i.e. wipe your workstation, phone, door handles and taps regularly on a daily basis.

• Refrain from touching your eyes, nose and mouth.

PROTECT YOUR EMPLOYEES Medical professional and allergy specialist Aneta Ivanova gives the following tips for protecting employees from the virus in the workplace: • Provide protective wear at work to prepare for worst case scenario.

• Encourage regular handwashing and sanitiser – reinforce this with signs placed around the building and especially in public areas.

• Comply with national infection control standards.

• Ensure that your company has a contingency plan in place to help minimise the spread of coronavirus – considering each individual employee and their role.

• Minimise or, if possible, totally avoid the use of aircon which is known to spread viruses.

• Cancel or postpone any nonurgent overseas business trips, large conferences or large meetings (especially to heavily affected areas).

• Give time off to any employees who are displaying even

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the slightest symptoms of coronavirus.

Brief staff and encourage them to be vigilant about symptoms – considering whether they have been in contact with somebody who may have the virus (especially if recently returning from a holiday).

Discourage staff from using public transport if the situation worsens – business owners could organise alternative transport methods for staff or arrange remote working where possible.

Regularly disinfect door handles/surfaces as these are known to be a way of spreading the virus.

Minimise employee contact with any objects on which coronavirus could survive – including things like bank notes (take card payments where possible).

IMPACT ON BUSINESS One thing’s for sure, the global spread of COVID-19 is having a huge impact on business.

We have to take proactive steps to ensure the stability of business in times of crisis both now and in the future.

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Manufacturers need to prioritise water security A lack of a consistent and reliable water supply is having a big impact on the growth and profitability of many businesses in South Africa, particularly those in the manufacturing sector.

Heiner Freese, chief operating and financial officer at SBS Tanks urges these businesses to act swiftly to implement measures and solutions that are going to mitigate water security risk and better prepare them for an uncertain future.

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ccording to the World Bank, with roughly 663 million people lacking access to drinking water and 2.4 billion people worldwide still lacking access to sanitation, water security is still considered to be one of the biggest global risks.

In South Africa, water security has become an ever-increasing business objective and a concern for every citizen, as our climate continues to change and continued water supply challenges at municipal level become ever more evident.

WATER TANKS Liquid storage tanks are a safe way to store water and if one looks at the water provision process, tanks are a common occurrence in any system, from extraction from rivers right through to storing wastewater for recycling Across a variety of environments such as mining, fire protection, municipal,

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manufacturing, food and beverage, healthcare, hospitality and property development and management, there has become a greater need to mitigate the risks associated with water security.

DEVELOPING ECONOMY This has been driven home by the fact that South Africa has a growing population and a developing economy currently under financial pressure, and these factors can only increase the pressure on the country’s water supply system, which, in turn, is already suffering from years of neglect and poor maintenance.

As a result, many businesses should be – and some already are – looking at creating their own water supply to avoid disaster and take control of their own destiny, rather than rely on the traditional water authorities to supply water.

ROI IN WATER STORAGE SOLUTIONS Additionally, the cost of water has increased drastically and will continue to do so, making the collection of rain water and the harvesting of water from unused resources just a couple of examples of where the return on the investment in water storage solutions can start to make economic sense, while providing continued supply that may otherwise not be guaranteed.

Nearly all industries require water, even if it is just drinking water for employees. Liquid storage tanks are a safe way to store water and if one looks at the water provision process, tanks are a common occurrence in any system, from extraction from rivers right through to storing wastewater for recycling.

Further, process water – water that cannot be classified as drinking water and is used in connection with technical plants and

processes in production companies – is an important ingredient in many products, with water also often used in the cooling process of many manufacturing plants, such as the cooling of furnaces in steel manufacturing.

It is here, within non-food manufacturing environments that mitigating water security issues is crucial and becomes a safety concern.

In these areas it is highly likely that a furnace for instance, that does not have sufficient water for cooling could explode, threatening life and property.

WATER SHEDDING Taking that thought a step further, fire is a threat that affects all businesses and it is becoming more common in new developments of both warehousing and residential accommodation that insurers require property owners to provide for and install sprinkler systems and standby water tanks.

Throw in the fact that in South Africa we are starting to hear more and more about ‘water shedding’ and you have a scenario that requires responsible businesses to build in contingencies, such as the installation of water tanks, which have the ability to mitigate the risks of low water pressure, water shedding, or even no water being provided through the municipal water system.

SBS Tanks www.sbstanks.com

Don’t fall foul

of the law!

The Occupational Health and Safety Act aims to provide for the health and safety of persons at work and for the health and safety of persons in connection with the activities of persons at work and to establish an advisory council for occupational health and safety.

The Occupational Health and Safety Act applies to all employers and workers, but not to: • Mines, mining areas or mining works (as defined in the Minerals Act); • Load line ships, fishing boats, sealing boats, whaling boats (as defined in the Merchant Shipping Act) and floating cranes – whether in or out of water – and people in or on these areas or vessels.

By law companies are expected to adhere to South African standards and regulations. The framework for these standards is set in the Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993. Having an effective and accurate Occupational Health and Safety System in place allows you to be on top of safety within your working environment and have control of your contractors.

New Media publishes full versions of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations to enable South African businesses to comply with the law.

If you employ five or more persons at your workplace, ensure that you have a copy of this book available at all times!

If you want to easily comply with all health and safety laws, prevent accidents before they happen, get your employees to always wear their PPE and avoid unnecessary expensive consultant fees, then you should be using New Media’s Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations to assist you.

Don’t waste any more time – place your order today at R209.95 per copy inclusive of VAT and delivery!

Or you could order more than one copy at the discounted rates of: 5 + copies = R899.50 inclusive of VAT and delivery 10 + copies = R1 699.50 inclusive of VAT and delivery If you order 10 or more copies we can personalise them with your company details on the outside front cover at no extra cost!

This is a perfect corporate gift for your clients or alternatively an exceptionally useful publication for your HR department.

To place your order today or for more information, contact Angela Silver on 011 877 6257 or Angela.Silver@newmedia.co.za.

TOOLS & MACHINERY

Safety first with the Ledlenser EX series of lamps The new EX series of Ledlenser Lamps, available locally from Awesome Tools, fulfils the ATEX workplace standards of the European Union (EU) by ensuring employees who work with electronic devices are able to pay attention to safety.

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he ATEX workplace directive of the European Union states: ‘From oil and gas production installations to chemical plants and distilleries to saw mills and bakeries: The so-called ATEX directive applies to companies within the EU, in which explosive atmospheres related to gas or dust occur.

These working areas are divided into zones according to the frequency and duration of the explosion hazard.’

Anyone who works in potentially explosive environment must pay attention to safety when working with electronic devices; safety standards are set out in the ATEX directives.

The lamps of the new Ledlenser EX series fulfil these standards in every respect. They are specially designed for contact with explosive gases, vapours and dust in the best possible IIC and IIIC groups. They are optimally impervious to dust and water and are certified in accordance with the ATEX directive.

The Ledlenser EX series is suitable for use in working areas of Zone 0/20 where explosive atmospheres in the form of flammable gases, vapours or dust clouds (e.g. in gas tanks or grain silos) prevail predominantly.

The three products on offer are the EX4, EX7 and the EXH8.

EX7

EX8

If you’re rolling up your sleeves but want to keep your gloves on, the Ledlenser EX7 is the perfect lamp for you. With its patented Advanced Focus System you’re safe in virtually any environment from tank to grain elevator with explosive gases or dusts.

Those who want to maintain an overview and need their hands free in hazardous areas should keep the Ledlenser EXH8 in mind; this headlamp offers maximum safety from explosions in almost any situation with gas or dust hazards – and it’s completely comfortable to wear.

• The flashlight is safe for use in Ex-Zone 0/20 • Extra-large Magnetic Switch for easy operation with gloves and protective equipment • Focusable • Long battery life (up to 45 hours) • Suitable for the highest gas and dust groups (IIC/IIIC) • Battery operated, uses 3x alkaline AA.

• This headlamp for Ex Zone 0/20 comes with the patented Advanced Focus System.

• Magnetic Switch for easy operation with gloves and protective equipment • Extremely comfortable to carry • Focusable • Long battery life (up to 40 hours) • Dustproof and protected against powerful water jets (IP66) • Red rear light as a position marker.

The EX7 has a battery life up to 45 hours

EX4 The Ledlenser EX4 torch is perfect for flexible use in explosive environments such as gas tanks and grain silos.

• Extremely lightweight (65 g incl. batteries) • Extremely small and handy (L 14.0 cm) • Battery operated, uses 2x alkaline AAA • Designed specifically for Ex-Zone 0/20 with gases up to IIC and T4 or dusts up to IIIC and T135°C.

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The EX8 is dustproof and protected against powerful water jets

The Ledlenser EX4 torch is perfect for flexible use in explosive environments such as gas tanks and grain silos

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Awesome Tools www.awesometools.co.za

TOOLS & MACHINERY

EHRENBERG ENGINEERING | Contact: Inge Glaner | JHB Tel: 011 493 6280 | Fax: 011 493 1677 | sales@ehrenberg.co.za

The family of hard rockers Ehrenberg Engineering presents its specialised ‘Rocker Family’, a range of products designed to save you time and effort in materials handling, whether you’re in the manufacturing, beverage, canning, building, transport or agricultural business.

The Rocker Bin, Rocker Barrow, Rocker Pallet — and the newly introduced Rocker Tip Trailer — are manufactured locally by Ehrenberg Engineering to ensure workers enjoy maximum comfort, safety and flexibility in their working environments. Needing no hydraulic attachments, each variant has its own unique ability enabling it to handle a wide variety of materials.

The Rocker Bin, with its steady tipping ability (brought about by disengaging the locking mechanism), allows you to dump or unload fast and efficiently. Easily manoeuvrable, forks can slide securely into the ‘shoes’ of the bins, whether empty or loaded. Once emptied, the bin rocks back into its original position by the backward tilt of the fork hoist and is then automatically locked. The forklift driver therefore does not need to leave his seat, thus saving time and effort.

The Rocker Bar row, suited to manual bulk handling, has uses ranging from agricultural to industrial.

Twice the size of a standard barrow, it is still perfectly balanced and easy to wheel. The simple foot release allows the operator to tip without effort.

The Rocker Tip Trailer is designed for the fast and efficient transportation ofgoods.

A load of 1.4 cubic meters can be off-loaded by one person in seconds. Any suitable tow vehicle can be used.

These bins come in various sizes with different accessories and attachments. The Turbo Rocker bin, for example, comes with an airtight lid and turbo industrial vacuum cleaner, giving it numerous cleaning and pneumatic filling applications.

Available in 6 sizes

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COMMUNICATION DEVICES

HALO TECHNOLOGY | 012 347 0528 | E-mail: deon@halotechnology.co.za

The perfect communication solution for your company Halo Technology offers a wide range of two-way radio communications products and services.

Halo’s team can assist your organisation in finding the perfect communication system that saves you money and helps you communicate with ease.

COVERAGE

Halo’s two-way radio products vary from onsite communications that offer a 2-5 k/m coverage range, up to unlimited countrywide coverage with many other added features and functions.

UNLIMITED TALK-TIME

Our Halo PTT radios offer unlimited talk-time and coverage, GPS tracking, voice recording and many other exciting features.

The Halo PTT APP allows you to stay informed and in touch with your company operations without having to carry any additional hardware.

The Halo team will be happy to demonstrate and assist your organisation in finding a communication solution that suits your requirement.

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For any requirement a proper solution: since more than 40 years cab develops and manufactures solutions and a large amount of accessories for product marking. The product range includes label printers, print & apply systems, label dispensers and marking laser systems. In addition, cab provides ribbons and labels for the perfect print.

MACH 1 & 2

Entry level desktop printer for medium volume printing

EOS Series

Entry level industrial printer for medium volumes. Desktop or stand alone features.

MACH 4S

Industrial printer for medium to high volumes. Top load for conďŹ ned spaces.

Desktop or stand alone feature.

XD4T

SQUIX 4

Flexible printers for industrial applications.

High volume printer with full range of accessories available to add ease of use

SQUIX 6

Prints up to 162mm wide for large labels.

A8+ Series

Extra wide for pallet and drum labeling.

SQUIX Applicators

Print and apply applications or high volume production lines.

IXOR

Labeling Heads

Applicator head for high speed production lines. For integration into labeling machines.

HERMES Q Print & Apply

For automatic print & apply on production lines. Designed to be used in any orientation at, round, top, bottom or side application.

Available in one and two colour print options.

XC Series

cab Technology

For double sided printing. Top and bottom printed simultaneously.

For two colour printing. especially designed for the chemical manufacturing industry.

Tel: 011 886 3580 Riaan: 082 926 0188 Rudie: 079 499 7805 info.za@cab.de www.cab.de/za

PRINTING, CODING & MARKING

SIGNEA | JHB Tel: 011 965 0823 | DBN: 078 457 1936 | CPT: 083 630 4046 | admin@signea.co.za | www.signea.co.za

Mark your words If Signea cannot find you a cost-effective solution for coding marking and labelling, nobody can.

CIJ INKJET

CIJ INKJET

THERMAL INKJET HSA

EBS

Makrotek

PRINT + APPLY LARGE CHARACTER

Italora

EBS

LASER

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Industrial coding and marking solutions Alternative Coding Solutions, the proud supplier of Hitachi inkjet printers in South Africa, now introduces the new range of the UX series printers, which can do up to six lines of print.

This dynamic company offers the complete range of Hitachi printing machines, from the economy UX-B line model for basic applications, right up to the UX-D 150, one of the world’s fastest inkjet printers, which can print more than 3 100 characters/second.

PROVEN RELIABILITY & ECONOMY

Hitachi reliability has been proven on the South African market. All machines have innovative ink cartridge systems that reduce fluid consumption and operating costs.

The machine does not require expensive core or module replacement.

Laser printers are also available with no ink and make up costs.

QUALITY CODING • Easy, quick operation with large touch screen • Nozzle and gutter automatically cleaned • Small footprint, light weight • User-friendly, cost-effective, easy maintenance • Wide range of inks and colours • Up to 50% saving on make up

Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co.,Ltd. http://www.hitachi-ies.co.jp/ english/ products/ijp/index.htm

ALTERNATIVE CODING SOLUTIONS | A supplier of Hitachi Coding Equipment

JHB Tel: 011 708 7468 | Naeem: 082 783 4584 | Michael: 082 880 7722 | National sales: Shezaad: 060 997 5165 | sales@altcode.co.za www.altcode.co.za

PRINTING, CODING & MARKING

The evolution of laser technology Did you know the first laser was built less than sixty years ago? Laser technology has advanced rapidly since then and today we have numerous laser types that wouldn’t have been possible 60 years ago. Some of these laser types include UV, fibre, vanadate, green wavelength and CO2 lasers.

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raceability Solutions are the distributors of the Telesis Technologies laser and dot peen marking solutions in South Africa.

Its lasers from Telesis Technologies continue to lead in the evolution of marking technology with innovations that provide manufacturers with a wide selection of highly versatile laser markers that integrate seamlessly into the production workflow. The laser marking systems can be integrated into your existing production line or used as a stand-alone system, making it easy to mark logos, 2D codes, QR codes, serial or batch numbers on a variety of materials, including metals, plastics, ceramics and more.

UV LASER The UV laser is versatile in marking a wide range of materials and is perfect for ‘cold marking’ applications where heat zones are not allowed, this laser will also mark plastics and silicon without the need of additives and has the ability to be used in micro-marking applications such as electronics, circuit boards and microchips in addition to solar panels and medical marking applications. The company’s latest UV Laser, the UV/One marks what others can’t, it is a new generation of small footprint all-in-one laser which can be used for the traceability and identification of products, designed to mark even the most challenging materials such as glass, polypropylene, PETG resin, rubber and fibreglass. The UV/one laser marking system is equipped with many high-end features and will come to market at a price point that knowledgeable purchasers will find very appealing for a well-featured, high-performance UV system. That fact that a high-end, UV laser marking system in a compact AIO design can now be brought to market at such an attractive price illustrates the great degree to which laser marking technology has advanced over the past 60 years.

with the use of the company’s dual0scanning head version production can be boosted further.

The Telesis Green wavelength laser marking systems are optimised for an application that requires high beam quality and stability, it also offers extra power and speed for an application that requires scribing, trimming and other material processing that is not well suited for near IR or COS wavelength lasers.

UV/One marks what others can’t, it is a new generation of small footprint all-in-one laser which can be used for the traceability and identification of products

INTEGRATED VISION SYSTEM Telesis offers an advanced code reading and custom inspection solution integrated inside the marking head to reduce the larger footprint and additional integration costs associated with external vision systems. Two inline vision system options are available: • The TeleView Option reads and grades 2D data matrix codes and features a live viewing window with a laser focus indicator.

• The Cognex Option reads and grades to ISO and AIM DPM standards.

TELESIS FIBRE LASER MARKERS The Telesis fibre laser markers (F-Series) are ideal for industrial applications, typically marking a range of metals or plastics and can be integrated into high-volume production lines,

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Telesis fibre laser marker, F2HmarkEngine

DUAL HEAD LASER MARKING SOLUTION The patented Telesis Dual-Head Laser systems control two independent marking heads with a single Interface integrated controller. These unique laser marking systems provide several important advantages: It is less expensive and simpler to set up and operate a dual-head system than to set up and synchronise the operation of two separate laser marking systems. A Telesis Dual-Head Laser Marking system requires less space and takes away the limitations of using only one laser. For instance, a two-headed system can mark deeper, longer, and faster on two different types of material and/or on two different sides of a part the same time. One head can immediately backup the other in the case of a head getting damaged or experiencing an operational problem.

Telesis Dual-Head Laser Marking Systems can be outfitted with the Vari-Z 3D marking, Auto-Focus, and/or Integrated Vision System (integrated camera) options. The user-friendly Merlin 2H (dual-head) software is compatible with a PC or a laptop, easy to integrate, and can handle .dxf, ai. and .plt files.

You can view these products and more at Traceability Solutions’ stand at Machine Tools Africa in Hall 6, Stand A24.

Traceability Solutions www.tracesol.co.za

PRINTING, CODING & MARKING MARKING WITH TRACEABILITY SOLUTIONS Laser Marking

Hot Billet Marking

Pinstamps®

Handstamps

MARK: Logos | 2D Codes | QR codes | Serial numbers | Batch codes

ON:

Metals | Plastics | Ceramics and more...

More Information: www.tracesol.co.za | Call +27 10 020 7220 Email: sales@tracesol.co.za Corner Beauart Avenue and Design Boulevard, Deco Park - Newmarket Road, North Riding, Johannesburg

SmartDate X30 For low to medium speed production Thermal Transfer Coder

Features:

• Robust one-box solution • Removable cassette for quick ribbon change • One controller can be used across multiple machines

• No Air • Priced right • Speed at 600mm/sec

CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE! Website: www.packmark.co.za | Tel: +27 83 634 3334 | E-Mail: lcoetzee@pyrotec.co.za

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PACKAGING & PALLETS

BUCKLE PACKAGING | National Sales Contact: Anthony Mason | JHB Tel: 011 613 8024 | Fax: 011 613 1080 |

info@bucklepack.co.za | www.bucklepack.co.za

Number one bag closing specialists Since 1979 Buckle Packaging has supplied Africa with a range of end-of-line bag closing machines.

BAG STITCHING

BAND SEALERS

‘HOT AIR’ SEALING

Fischbein in-line industrial bag stitchers are the leaders in bag closing technology.

Heavy duty, robust, durable and reliable work horse.

Suitable for all bag types such as paper, woven polypropylene, BOPP, plastic and net.

The HANATO band sealer is suitable for various bag sizes. Ideal for sealing plastic bags filled with dry foods, grain, coffee etc. Seals pouches, foil securely with a 10mm seal.

The Saxon range of sealers are state of the art. Available in stainless steel for the food industry as well as fertilizer and chemicals.

No Teflon belts – uses the patented method of ‘hot air’ sealing with less maintenance and down time.

AUTO INFEED DEVICE The Fischbein infeed automatically guides the filled bag towards the stitcher. Allows for straight stitching and neat closures. Available for straight stitching or fold over prior to closing the bag.

Continuous Band Sealer

In-Line Heavy Duty Bag Stitcher

Auto Infeed Device With Fold Over

Saxon ‘Hot Air’ Heat Sealer

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PACKAGING & PALLETS GEOWEIGH / GEOMETRIC

Weighing and Packaging Machinery Specialists GEOWEIGH, a newly formed company specialising in Design, Manufacturing of Weighing and Bagging Machinery.

WE OFFER A WIDE VARIETY OF PACKING MACHINES SUCH AS: • In Line Process Weighing (Size, Type & Product Dependent) • Nett Weighing (Size & Product Dependent) • Belt • Screw • Gravity • Vibratory • Gross Weighing (Size & Product Dependent) • Belt • Screw • Gravity • Vibratory • 1 Ton FIBC Weighers (Size & Product Dependent) • Loss in Weight Weighers (Size & Product Dependent) • Conveyor Lines for the bagging industries • Custom Bag Handling • Custom Pallet Handling • TFT dedicated Weigh Controllers (Touch Screen) • Single Head ~ 7” • Dual Head ~ 10” • Quad Head ~ 10’

Partner of Geometric General Manufacturing Pty Ltd

We offer Preventative Maintenance Services, Calibration reports of many types of New and existing packaging machines.

We can offer our services both locally and internationally.

For more information please contact:

GEOWEIGH / GEOMETRIC Office: +27 11 396 1703 | Mobile: +27 64 390 6878 Email: sales@geoweigh.co.za Unit 13 & 14, Pomona Park, No.1 Pomona Road, Pomona Estates Agricultural Holdings, Kempton Park, 1619 30

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FLOORING

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

info@indufloor.co.za | www.indufloor.co.za

The first choice in industrial flooring

B-BBEE LEVEL 2 QSE

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

MEETS ALL DEMANDS • • • • • • •

High performance, cost-effective Quick installation time No maintenance Hygienic, resistant to bacterial growth Quality assurance Local and International project history 25 years’ quality referral projects

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MATERIALS HANDLING

JOHN BEAN TECHNOLOGIES | Martin Maree | 021 982 1130 | Direct: 021 980 7772 | capetown.parts@jbtc.com

Specially formulated Food-Grade lubricants eliminate down-time JBT’s PRoCARE™ Select family of lubrications help control costs, keeps equipment running, and improves performance.

JBT Select Food-Grade Lubricants are formulated to meet the demands on machinery and equipment operating in today’s food processing arena.

Developed to perform exceedingly well and eliminate down-time, they comply with the strict regulations that exist within GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

FOOD-GRADE RANGE • Grease • Oil • Hydraulic fluid • Chain lube

WAREHOUSING

DEXION | National call centre | CPT Tel: 021 552 0220 | Fax: 086 517 2949 | ron@dexioncape.co.za

Need a storage solution?

With more than 55 years’ international experience in materials handling and storage systems, Dexion has the expertise to solve any storage requirement.

Dexion’s specialist racking and shelving is designed and manufactured in compliance with the SEMA code of practice, providing you with a top quality, fully adjustable and cost-effective storage solution.

• Racking • Shelving • Mezzanine floors • Retail/gondola shelving • Small parts storage – bins • Lockers • Work benches

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SETTING INDUSTRY IN MOTION Meet the challenges of the future at S&J Industrial Estate Situated in the South-Eastern Corridor of Gauteng and geared for logistics, manufacturing, distribution and cold storage, S&J offers flexible deal options from 500m2 to more than 100 000m2 of warehousing.

Furthermore, the estate’s unparalleled location provides convenient access to the N3, N12, N17 and M2 highways. Move confidently into the future by bringing your business to S&J Industrial Estate.

Prime industrial land for sale and warehouses to let.

Contact Chantelle Mathomes or Michael Dickinson on 010 040 7571 | snj.co.za |

Proudly developed by

PUMPS & FANS

FLOCARE | Contact Martin Moul | Tel: 011 888 5500 & 044 850 1507 | Cell: 082 411 5309 | martin@flocare.net | www.flocare.net

Complete flow control FLOCARE CC offers comprehensive ranges of flow meters, flow monitors, flow indicators, transmitters and flow switches from: Flow-Mon, Flowpoints, Lake Monitors, HSW, Ajax/Bamford, Valco, Rhodes, Apollo and Vista, DS Diesse and JD Valves.

AJAX FLOW SWITCHES

Ajax flow switches

Noted for the flap-actuated micro switch with sight view of the flow.

Available in bronze up to 300 mm as well as in stainless steel and cast iron.

Popular for seawater and marine applications.

Flow-Mon

FLOW-MON This range of flow monitors give a direct reading of flow rate with a cam-controlled micro switch or contact free 4-20 mA current scaled to the flow.

Flanged, screwed or wafer varieties available.

PADDLE SWITCHES These come in many different forms to suit the application.

Reed or micro switch. Insertion mount or with T- piece, bronze or stainless steel.

POPULAR FLOWPOINTS DOUBLE WINDOW SIGHT GLASSES & INDICATORS The full range of Flowpoints double window sight flow indicators, flexible for various materials of contact.

• Sizes to 300 mm • Standard pressure to 60 bar

LAKE MONITOR VA In-line calibrated units for high pressure hydraulic and lube oil service with switching and analogue facility.

RISING BALL AND SPINNER FLOW-MON INDICATORS Rising ball and spinner Flow-Mon indicators for lube and cooling circuit.

• Glass to suit

Flowpoints

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Lake monitor VA

Paddle switches

LAKE MONITOR Va in-line calibrated unit for high pressure (410 Bar) hydraulic and lube oil service.

Flow-mon

Valco

LISTINGS ACCESS CONTROL

LABELLING

Flow Systems Manufacturers...............................................011 762 2453

Alternative Coding Solutions.............................................. 011 708 7468 Cab Technology...................................................................... 011 886 3580

BAG FILLING AND SEALING Buckle Packaging.....................................................................011 613 8024 Geoweigh.................................................................................. 011 396 1703

CODING, MARKING AND PRINTING Alternative Coding Solutions.............................................. 011 708 7468

Pyrotec..................................................................................... 083 634 3334 Signea........................................................................................011 965 0823 Telpro.........................................................................................011 875 9300

MATERIALS HANDLING John Bean Technologies....................................................... 011 422 2290

Cab Technology...................................................................... 011 886 3580 Pyrotec..................................................................................... 083 634 3334

PACKAGING AND PALLETS

Signea Systems.......................................................................011 965 0823

Buckle Packaging.....................................................................011 613 8024

Telpro.........................................................................................011 875 9300

Geoweigh.................................................................................. 011 396 1703

Traceability Solutions.......................................................... 010 020 7220

COMMUNICATION DEVICES

PEST CONTROL Dinnermates........................................................................... 011 032 8600

Halo Technology................................................................... 082 326 6472

PUMPS CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

Flocare........................................................................................ 011 701 3455

Ehrenberg Engineering..........................................................011 493 6280 Indufloor................................................................................. 082 490 3057

SECURITY Flow Systems Manufacturers...............................................011 762 2453

CONTROL INSTRUMENTS Drive Dynamics..................................................................... 012 653 0080

TOOLS Awesome Tools........................................................................ 011 701 3455

ELECTRONICS

Halo Technology....................................................................082 326 6472

Drive Dynamics...................................................................... 012 653 0080 Halo Technology....................................................................082 326 6472

WAREHOUSING Dexion Storage Solutions.................................................... 021 552 0220

FLOORING

S&J............................................................................................. 011 032 8600

Indufloor..................................................................................082 490 3057

INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT Ehrenberg Engineering..........................................................011 493 6280

INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY S&J............................................................................................. 011 032 8600

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