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Here’s a big reason you can save even more energy. Etanorm is a classic that keeps getting more efficient. It meets the energy efficiency requirements of the ErP Directive for 2015 already today – for three good reasons: optimised hydraulic components for pace-setting efficiency, individual impeller trimming, and ideally matching drives and automation components. Etanorm is available really fast, comes in numerous variations, and provides the unique reliability of a globally identical product. For more information, please visit www.etanorm.com / www.ksbpumps.co.za
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Chris Reay
Chairman of the Working Committee: Communications (SA Institution of Mechanical Engineering)
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Mpumalanga Highveld Branch AGM Date: Wednesday, 3 July 2013 Time: 18h00 Venue: Swiss Ranch Restaurant, Trichardt, Secunda Email: mhbranch@saimeche.org.za
122nd National AGM Date: Tuesday, 13 August 2013 Time: 18h00 Venue: Engineering Council, Waterview Building, 2 Ernest Oppenheimer Avenue, Bruma, Johannesburg RSVP: Register online at www.saimeche.org. za (then go to the Calendar) or email: info@ saimeche.org.za. Invitations with full details of the above AGMs will be distributed to members shortly, including presentations/guest speakers, where applicable. Please contact the relevant office directly for more information. Alternatively contact the National office. Refreshments will be served at each of the above AGMs.
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Cost Saving, In-house Training Workshops SAIMechE has a variety of 69 first class workshops that may be booked as In-house training events . To book an In-house workshop on a date that suits your organisation, or to obtain a comprehensive list of these workshops and to learn more, contact Linda Robinson on Tel. 031 764 7136 or linda@saimeche.org.za. SAIMechE Scheduled Training Workshops : 20 June 2013 - 31 August 2013 Programmes and Registration Form obtainable from Carey Evans, Tel. 031 764 7136 or carey@saimeche.org.za Code F6613
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Effective Negotiation Methodologies for Engineers 20-Jun-13 in Practice
End 20-Jun-13
Region Secunda
C0613
The Engineer as Manager
20-Jun-13
21-Jun-13
Cape Town
E4413
Practical Pump Technology
25-Jun-13
27-Jun-13
East Rand
A2613
Corrosion Control
26-Jun-13
26-Jun-13
Durban
E6513
Fans & Air Handling
26-Jun-13
26-Jun-13
East Rand
B3013
Root Cause Failure Analysis
26-Jun-13
27-Jun-13
Port Elizabeth
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ISO 9001 - 2008
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3-Jul-13
East Rand
C6113
Leadership & Management Principles & Practice in 3-Jul-13 Engineering
4-Jul-13
Cape Town
E6613
Effective Negotiation Methodologies for Engineers 4-Jul-13 in Practice
4-Jul-13
East Rand
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Pressure Vessel Design, Construction, Fitness for 9-Jul-13 Service Assessment & Troubleshooting
9-Jul-13
Durban
A3013
Root Cause Failure Analysis
11-Jul-13
Durban
10-Jul-13
C1213
Psychrometrics & Psychrometric Principles
11-Jul-12
11-Jul-13
Cape Town
B2913
Practical Lubrication & Lubricants
17-Jul-13
17-Jul-13
Port Elizabeth
B6913
Lubricants & Oil Monitoring
18-Jul-13
18-Jul-13
Port Elizabeth
C6513
Fans & Air Handling
18-Jul-13
18-Jul-13
Cape Town
H0613
The Engineer as Manager
18-Jul-13
19-Jul-13
Rivonia
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ISO 9001 - 2008
24-Jul-13
24-Jul-13
Durban
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Collaborative Teams in Engineering
24-Jul-13
24-Jul-13
East London
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Heat Transfer in Practice; Heat Transfer via Conduction & Convection; Evaporative Cooling & Drying 24-Jul-13 Processes & Radiant Heat Transfer
25-Jul-13
Cape Town
A6613
Effective Negotiation Methodologies for Engineers 25-Jul-13 in Practice
25-Jul-13
Durban
C2713
Refrigeration Explained
30-Jul-13
31-Jul-13
Cape Town
F2513
Materials Selection: Processes, Perameters & Performances
31-Jul-13
31-Jul-13
Secunda
A2113
The Management of Health & Safety Risks/Hazards 1-Aug-13
1-Aug-13
Durban
A2413
Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Best Practice 2-Aug-13
2-Aug-13
Durban
A6513
Fans & Air Handling
7-Aug-13
7-Aug-13
Durban
E6713
Continuous Improvement of the Organisation (Kai7-Aug-13 zen) by Engineers
7-Aug-13
East Rand
E6813
Developing Effective Standard Operating Procedures 8-Aug-13 & Practices for the Organisation
8-Aug-13
East Rand
C6413
Tank Design, Construction & Installation
14-Aug-13
15-Aug-13
Cape Town
D0113
Introduction to Steam; Steam Principles & Heat 14-Aug-13 Transfer
16-Aug-13
Vanderbijlpark
A2713
Refrigeration Explained
21-Aug-13
22-Aug-13
Durban
B2113
The Management of Health & Safety Risks/Hazards 22-Aug-13
22-Aug-13
Port Elizabeth
B2413
Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Best Practice 23-Aug-13
23-Aug-13
Port Elizabeth
A07A3
Pressure Equipment Regulations
27-Aug-13
27-Aug-13
Durban
A6113
Leadership & Management Principles & Practice in 28-Aug-13 Engineering
29-Aug-13
Durban
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The Southern African Association for Energy Efficiency (SAEE) will be hosting its 8th Southern African Energy Efficiency Convention, inspiring delegates with the message that energy efficiency makes sound business sense in all sectors of the economy. The 2013SAEEC serves the dynamic industries of energy engineering, energy management, efficiency improvement, environmental, facilities and building management, renewable and alternative energy, efficient water management, co-generation, power generation, energy services and sustainability. The 8th Southern African Energy Efficiency Convention provides a national scope for end-users and energy professionals and is the one truly comprehensive forum where you can access the “big picture” - to see exactly how all the economic, regulatory developments and industry trends merge to shape the critical decisions on your organization’s energy and economic future. Participate through attendance, exhibitions and sponsorships.
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MBE’s Pneuflot technology is widely hailed as a flotation technology of the future, surpassing the popularity of conventional technology
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