AEL Knowledge Sharing
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WEETR 2016 successfully draws on our industry knowledge to better equip our frontline. More than 200 delegates attended the conference
AEL’s annual Workshop for Explosives Engineers and Technical Representatives (WEETR) presents an opportunity to emphasise the company’s values and our relentless focus on innovation and commitment to staff through sharing insights on the latest technical methods and projects. Hosted on 22 June at Emperor’s Palace, WEETR 2016 was themed “Simplexity technology made simple, fast precise!” Simplexity defines AEL’s capabilities in
AECI Chief Executive, Mark Dytor, opens the WEETR
terms of products and services. We offer simplified solutions which are designed and developed for highly complex mining conditions. Aligning to AEL values of BIGGER (BOLD, INNOVATIVE, GOING GREEN, ENGAGED and RESPONSIBLE), WEETR focused on Being Innovative.
Running Club putting our best foot forward! AEL’s running club is proud to have participated in the popular Slow-Mag marathon on the 24 April 2016 in Benoni and, the ultimate human race - Comrades Marathon on the 29 May 2016 in Durban. Congratulations to our esteemed runners for completing
partnering with our Mining Optimisation
the races and continuously flying the AEL flag high!
team and our AEL engineers to develop
Thank you to everyone who supported our fantastic
solutions, tailored for specific mining
team.
our R&D department which plays a vital role in keeping our global operations on the frontier of technology with the delivery of ground-breaking innovations. The R&D team is actively involved in
Participants
Slow-Mag Marathon Participation The event, saw AEL delegates from
10km - Chifaniso Bhila
around South Africa and across the
21km - John Grobbelaar, Siyabonga Ngcongo,
globe convene for a productive session which was opened by our Managing Director, Edwin Ludick who re-iterated our
company’s
objectives
for
the
remainder of 2016 and beyond. Attendees at WEETR engaged with each
Benjamin Khumela, John Mngadi, Godfrey Netshivera, Vincent Ndlovu, Jan Kekana, Wessel Van Wyk, Nthabeleng Lephallo, Charlene Hugo, Merinda De Jager, Cynthia Baloyi, Anna Monyane 42km - Freddy Poopedi, Jabulani Mahlangu, Henrietta Phaladi 50km - Denvor Govender; William Kgatuke, Peter Khoza
other to learn from their colleagues,
through case study presentations of how
Comrades Marathon Participation and Results – 87km
Comrades Marathon
AEL’s products and services are being
John Grobbelaar finished in 10 hours and 47 minutes
Participants
received globally. These presentations
Peter Khoza finished in 10 hours and 31 minutes
shared insight into the successes and challenges global markets are having
We are excited to see the running club grow in
and how AEL is assisting to overcome
membership and look forward to welcoming employees
these for customers.
and set the tone for our forthcoming Blasting Masterclass on 29 September 2016 where we will present AEL’s value proposition
that wish to join in on the fun. Come along and run or walk at your own pace!
WEETR 2016 proved a great success
At the helm of AEL’s innovative spirit, is
Slow-Mag Marathon
applications.
focusing
on
For more information about the running club and its activities, please contact Merinda De Jager on +27 11
In building team camaraderie, members of the running club raised funds in April to donate a new pair of running shoes to Henrietta Phaladi (Skymark) who is one of the fast runners in the team. Henrietta was unable to run at her full potential due to incorrect running shoes which made her vulnerable to injury.
606 2597 or Merinda.Dejager@aelms.com .
constantly
The running club meets every Tuesday and Thursday at
innovating ways to save the customer
16h15 at Nobel Gate for a weekly 5km and 8km run. Put
time and money, while simultaneously
your running shoes on and be part of the movement.
The running club encourages and promotes the use of correct running equipment for health and safety reasons.
keeping processes safe and efficient.
The conference in session framed by the interactive exhibition
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All Aboard © AEL Mining Services
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Second Quarter 2016
All Aboard © AEL Mining Services
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Second Quarter 2016
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