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National Asphalt Warm mix asphalt trials complete SANRAL Exploring innovation
North West Solid waste Ozone technology
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President’s comment Editor’s comment SADC projects Product news
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Government perspective 13 Construction collusion
SANRAL Exploring innovation
North West Solid waste Ozone technology
Waste not, want not
Cape Town poised for a transport revolution
Zero defects
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National Asphalt Warm mix asphalt trials complete
Freeway FMS
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Pothole repair guidance Road upgrades complete Bitumen emulsion stabiliser Transport revolution R21 upgrade project
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15 Engineering challenges on GFIP 20 Construction of UTCRCP on N1 34 FMS in major centres
Solid Waste
Geotechnical
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36 Roadside retaining walls 38 Aiming for zero defects
69 Professional negligence
North West Province
Products and services
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71 Innovative infrastructure
64 Waste not – want not
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The third phase of the warm mix asphalt trials is concluded after completion of some 15 000 t of various asphalt mixes. National Asphalt was responsible for the supply and application of these mixes on a 3.4 km section of the outbound lanes on Higginson Highway in Durban. The work was done as part of the eThekwini Municipality’s annual maintenance programme
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HE ISSUE of infrastructure asset management is one of the most significant challenges facing South African municipal engineers, and with a functional system already in place, it is crucial that in approaching solutions we avoid simply ‘reinventing the wheel’. Issues surrounding infrastructure asset management and maintenance planning are not peculiar to South Africa, but Africa is earmarked as one of the world's next growth points, and it is prudent to start relationship-building on a larger scale. With this in mind, it is heartening to know that there is much we can gain from the experience of our international colleagues, and that a platform exists for the reciprocal sharing of knowledge. Models exist which might be worth emulating in South Africa, such as the Brisbane, Australia practice of placing municipal staff on secondment for large-scale projects around the world in order to expose them to invaluable international expertise. I have no doubt that the growth in international relationships will ensure a muchenriched infrastructure asset management system in the years ahead, and I look forward to the challenge! IMESA is a member of the International Federation of Municipal Engineering (IFME) and has regular representation at IFME board meetings. Among the member countries of the IFME are Australia, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Israel, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, San Marino, South Africa, Sweden, United Kingdom and Estonia (as an observer nation). The next Triennial IFME World Congress on Municipal Engineering, themed ‘Plan, design, construct and maintain...for a better future', will be held in 2012 in Helsinki, Finland, and we must encourage municipal engineering encou staff to attend st
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EDITOR'S COMMENT
Not passing the buck
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FEW YEARS AGO, the country was astonished to learn about bread price fixing. The backlash from most was that of anger, but when all the significant players in the industry are part of the ‘cartel’ what choice do you have but to keep buying their products? The end result of an investigation by the Competition Commission saw those guilty paying what seemed substantial fines but in reality, the amounts paid in penalties were a small percentage of the profits reaped during the period of price fixing. And now the construction industry has been rocked by findings of the Competition Commission that construction companies may have colluded on the costing of the 2010 FIFA World Cup projects. The construction of the World Cup stadiums and related infrastructure had its fair share of controversy, such as construction delays, strikes and pay disputes, and the great debate on whether South Africa would be ready for the tournament on time. All these things became null and void when the stadiums and related infrastructure were complete and, by the end of the tournament, FIFA declared ours to be the best World Cup yet. Will the ’construction cartels’ now overshadow the legacy of 2010? All taxpayers should have an opinion on this as they are paying an elevated percentage of the actual costs through their tax. How much exactly remains unclear, but we’re talking staggering amounts when we consider that in the region of R70 billion was spent by government just on the Gautrain, the upgrading of airports and the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project. This amount excludes stadium and related infrastructure costs. The next few months will prove to be extremely interesting when definitive monetary amounts can be examined, such as how many jobs was the value of the price collusion worth? How many potential breadwinners would this have affected and what was the number of people affected, taking the general consensus that a breadwinner
feeds approximately four other people? Just like the major bread bakeries, the Big 5 in the construction industry have literally taken the bread out of these people’s mouths. The Department of Public Works recently indicated that it will be outsourcing less work to consultants and developing its inhouse resources. Government’s reaction to price fixing in the construction industr y by contractors The commission's corporate leniency has obviously not been well programme offers companies received as it is one of the sector’s largest clients. What are reduced fines in exchange for the consequences of the two information regarding collusion and factors combined for an already price fixing in the industry struggling industry? The price fixing allegations will also further government’s desire to revisit the Construction Sector Charter, which identified the industry as having inequalities in ownership and little or no transformation. If there was ever a reason to look at the promotion of broad-based black economic empowerment, this is it. The Competition Commission has offered the companies – including Aveng, Murray and Rober ts, Group Five, Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon and Basil Read – reduced penalties if they come clean on their activities. The commission's corporate leniency programme offers companies reduced fines in exchange for information regarding collusion and price fixing in the industry. This process of receiving applications for leniency will run until the beginning of April: 65 investigations are being conducted. Our look at freeway management systems (FMS) being deployed around the country’s major centres provides a glimpse at the technology aspect of this. FMS forms a part of open road tolling (ORT) and ORT is not particularly popular in Gauteng at the moment. From June this year, a daily round trip from Johannesburg to Pretoria could cost motorists almost R1 000 a month. This is a significant amount of money for private and business motorists. It is hard not to draw another analogy about taking the bread out of someone’s mouth. Richard Jansen van Vuuren, editor of IMIESA IMIESA FEBRUARY 2011 - 5
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WARM MIX ASPHALT
The success must continue The wrap-up meeting of the first phase of the SA WMA trials under the auspices of the WMAIG was a huge success. Deon Pagel of National Asphalt takes a look at the significance of what has been achieved.
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N 19 JANUARY 2011 the wrap-up meeting for phase 1 of the South African warm mix trials, under the direction of the Warm Mix Asphalt Interest Group (WMAIG), took place in Durban. The three trials, comprising phase 1 of the first-ever warm mix asphalt (WMA) used in South Africa, were each carried out as a separate project for the eThekwini Municipality. Immense progress has been made in the short time since the Brackenhill and Leicester Road trials in 2008 and 2009. It is also very clear that the trials have been worth both the cost and the effort involved. While it is still early days in terms of calculating and proving cost reductions because of energy savings, it can safely be said that the warm mixes do not cost more than the equivalent hot mixes. Confirmation and evidence has been produced that the trials have been successful in the following ways: • Mixing and paving temperatures can be reduced by 25oC to 30oC below those of conventional mixes. • Polymer-modified binders can be successfully incorporated into warm mixes. • Adding of up to 40% reclaimed asphalt (RA) can be done, not only in base but also in surfacing mixes. The lowered temperature of the asphalt is what it is all about!
WMA has also become a catalyst and anchor for environmentally friendly practice in flexible pavements, which involves not only sorting out manufacturing plants and paving practice, but also emphasising recycling/ reclaiming and more environmentally friendly pavement rehabilitation solutions. The trials have brought sharp focus to numerous aspects of the flexible pavement, from quarrying operations for virgin aggregate to forcing a more professional approach to pavement deconstruction. WMAIG as a guardian Decisions regarding the scope and the management of the work throughout the trials were directed by the WMAIG. This entity comprises representatives of eThekwini Municipality, road authorities (including SANRAL), asphalt suppliers, contractors, technology suppliers, consultants and commercial laboratories, as well as the Southern African Bitumen Association (SABITA) and the South African Road Federation (SARF). Because of existing maintenance contracts that are in place with the municipality, the responsibility for the manufacturing and paving of the various asphalt mixes for the Higginson Road trial was given to National Asphalt.
Renowned for its high standards and professionalism, the company grabbed the opportunity with both hands and immediately commenced with preparations. As in the past, Wynand Nortje, technical manager of National’s Southern Region, was intimately involved with the design and testing of the various mixes. When the trial commenced with a 3.4 km section of the outbound lanes Nortje and his laboratory team were fully prepared, and when it ended on 8 December, they could pat themselves on the back for a job very well done. The 15 000 t trial included 10 base and eight surfacing mixes, each of which required the necessary full-scale design, laboratory and plant trials. However, aided by daily planning meetings of the working committee, this mammoth task became manageable and resulted in what is surely one of the biggest asphalt trials carried out in South Africa to date. Parameters and boundaries pushed With both the first and second trials having shown that WMA can be successfully manufactured and paved at temperatures of at least 20oC below those of conventional hot mix asphalt, the intention of the Higginson Highway trials was to push the boundaries with a further 10oC reduction in temperatures and a dramatic increase in the RA contents, to as high as 40% on base mixes. The introduction of polymer-modified binders was the third added dimension, which certainly put the trials at the very forefront of WMA research, even by world standards. As with the previous trials, the primary consideration was that the quality and performance characteristics of the warm mixes should be at least the same as those of asphalt manufactured and paved at very much hotter conventional temperatures, and this was again achieved. Different asphalt mixes For the surfacing mixes it was decided to use the same grading requirements as
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in the previous WMA trials, i.e. eThekwini Municipality’s ‘mix D’, which is similar to that of the COLTO ‘coarse’ continuously graded asphalt surfacing mix. In the case of the asphalt base, agreement was reached to use eThekwini’s ‘mix B’, a continuously graded asphalt base mix with 100% passing the 26.5 mm sieve size. The Sasobit technology, which had been used in both previous WMA trials, was used again in one of the surfacing mixes. REDISET WMX, a product of Akzo Nobel, which was used for the first time in South Africa in the Leicester Road WMA trials, was used in one of the surfacing mixes by itself, and in combination with a plastomer (EVA) in two of the asphalt base mixes. A product not used in the previous trials, Sasolwax Flex, which acts as both a WMA technology and as an elastomer, was used in both surfacing and base mixes. During the design stage of the first trial it was found that the softer 150/200 penetration grade bitumen was required in the RA mixes to achieve acceptable recovered binder properties. It was, however, later found to be quite difficult to source this grade of binder from the local refineries so the more readily available 80/100 penetration bitumen was treated with a Sasol Wax product known as Sasolwax Exp 1655. Some experience had already been gained with this product, where it was successfully used in one of the Brackenhill Road trial mixes.
ABOVE Density specifications on the WMA were met with relative ease and much larger compaction windows RIGHT Visitors during a site visit inspect the lower temperature of the asphalt
In-house foaming technology Another WMA technology used for the first time in South Africa, NA Foamtec, was used in both the surfacing and base mixes. This water-based ‘foamed bitumen’ technology was developed locally and in house by National Asphalt and was used in a surfacing mix with penetration grade bitumen and with a polymer-modified binder in one of the base mixes. There is no doubt that this incredibly innovative technology will in future find its place in the asphalt industry, and it should also provide a competitive edge to those who implement it. This development by National Asphalt’s Nortje, who was ably assisted in the practical implementation by Allen Hauptfleisch, also confirms that research is not restricted to academia only in South Africa. It is even more commendable when one considers the environmental benefits proving that doing the right thing need not necessarily be more expensive or lead to higher costs because of massive capital requirements. Initial goals and objectives One of the main objectives of the WMAIG was that the quality of the reduced temperature
mixes should be at least as good as the conventional hot control mixes. There can be very little doubt that this has been achieved, and sufficient information is now available from these trials, supplemented with overseas information, to compile the South African WMA Guideline and Specification. “We have come a long way with these trials and we are very proud to have been part of this process. Through our high level of expertise and dedicated staff we have been at the forefront of what has been achieved and this has been very satisfying. We are now looking forward to the sustainable implementation of WMA technology for the future,” comments Sean Pretorius, managing director of National Asphalt. National Asphalt contact details Tel: 0861 466 656 Email: deon@nationalasphalt.co.za Website: www.nationalasphalt.co.za
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IMESA IMESA 2011 Conference and Exhibition, Johannesburg The Northern Provinces branch of IMESA will be hosting the 75th IMESA Conference and Exhibition themed “Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow.” The annual event will take place at the Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centre in Boksburg, Gauteng from 26 to 28 October. The conference will offer delegates an opportunity to share ideas and constructively debate challenges facing engineers in the municipal environment.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND? • National, provincial and local government administrators, politicians and officials • Technical staff involved in all aspects of civil engineering infrastructure • Consultants involved in civil engineering infrastructure • Contractors and suppliers involved in the public supply chain
Further details about the conference and exhibition will be published in IMIESA next month.
SADC PROJECT OPPORTUNITIES ANGOLA Project Description Status Funding Implementing agency
BURKINA FASO Project Description
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ETHIOPIA Project Description
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GAMBIA Project Description
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NIGERIA Project Description Status Funding
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Provincial Capital Water Supply Project The project will seek to rehabilitate and expand five selected urban water supply systems, so as to increase the level of water supply services provided. Planning International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank To be determined
Mineral Development Support Project The project will include: • geo-scientific surveys and mapping of selected areas of Burkina Faso • upgrading of GIS systems • organisational audits of mining sector institutions • mapping of skills and demands for mineral sector management • regional spatial analysis of integrated geological and mining information and infrastructure data. Planning: funding decision expected in June 2011 International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Ministry of Mines, Quarrying, and Energy Tel: +226 50 31 84 29 Fax: +226 50 32 44 41
Addis Ababa Solid Waste Management Programme Consultants are invited to submit expressions of interest to provide technical assistance for the preparation and implementation of the Addis Ababa Solid Waste Management Programme. Tasks include: • carrying out detailed design studies for a sanitary landfill, transfer stations and access roads • environment and social impact assessment studies for considered investments • supervision of works • preparation of a solid waste master plan and solid waste characterisation studies. Tendering. Deadline for submissions: 7 February 2011 French Development Agency (AFD) Addis Ababa Municipality Tel: +251 11 111 7447 Fax: +251 11 155 0184
National Water Sector Reform Programme The project will require consultancy services for: • a revision of the Water Bill of 2004 and enactment of a new water law • short- and long-term training of staff • a review and assessment of hydro-meteorological networks • development of a water resources management information system • a groundwater study to provide a knowledge base for the management of groundwater • project management support. Planning: general procurement notice (GPN) issued African Development Bank Ministry of Fisheries, Water Resources and National Assembly Matters Tel: +220 422 7773 Fax: +220 422 5009
Lagos Metropolitan Development & Governance Project Contractors are invited to tender for the construction of bio-climatic roads and street drains in the Amukoko, Ajegunle, Agege and Badia slum areas in Lagos. Tendering. Deadline for submissions: 2 March 2011 International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank
SADC PROJECT OPPORTUNITIES Implementing agency
TANZANIA Project Description
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UGANDA Project Description
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ZAMBIA Project Description
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ZAMBIA Project Description
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Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) Tel: +234 1 270 2778 Fax: +234 1 270 2782
Water Sector Development Programme Consultants are invited to submit expressions of interest to supervise the construction of pipe-laying works and the construction of a concrete weir on the Lower Ruvu River. Tendering. Deadline for submissions: 22 February 2011 International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Dar es Salaam Water and Sewerage Authority (DAWASA) Tel: +255 22 276 2479 Fax: +255 22 276 2480
Kampala Institutional and Infrastructure Development Project Contractors are invited to tender for the upgrading of the following gravel roads to bitumen standard: • Bukoto – Kisaasi Road (3 km) • Kalerwe – Ttula Road (3.3 km) • Kawempe – Mpererwe Road (2.6 km). Tendering. Deadline for submissions: 18 March 2011 International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Kampala City Council Plot 1-3 Apollo Kaggwa Road City Hall, Kampala
Construction of COMESA headquarters Consultants are invited to submit expressions of interest to prepare design drawings and tender documents, and supervise works for the construction of a new COMESA headquarters building in Lusaka. Tendering. Deadline for submissions: 28 February 2011 Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) COMESA Tel: +260 211 229 725 Fax: +260 211 225 107
Kafue Town – Muzuma – Livingstone 220 kV Transmission Line Upgrade Project Consultants are invited to submit expressions of interest to provide the following services: • preparation of engineering designs • preparation of bidding documents for construction works • procurement support to ZESCO for construction works • contract management and supervision of construction works. The project involves: • upgrade of 345 km of 220 kV transmission line to 330 kV voltage level • reinforcement works at Kafue Town substation • upgrade of the Muzuma 220/88 kV substation • establishment of a complete new 330/220 kV substation in Livingstone. Tendering. Deadline for submissions: 16 February 2011 • International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank • European Investment Bank (EIB) ZESCO Limited Tel: +260 211 223 973 Fax: +260 211 223 971
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GOVERNMENT PERSPECTIVE
Competition Commission and construction firms I am distressed and concerned at the news that SA construction companies have been found by the Competition Commission to have colluded on the costing of 2010 FIFA World Cup projects. By Sibusiso Ndebele, minister of transport
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HE COMMISSION says bids in projects such as World Cup soccer stadiums, the Gautrain and various road construction projects were affected. Government spent staggering amounts of capital on the 2010 World Cup. The transport sector spend included R25 billion for the Gautrain, R19 billion for the Airports Development Programme and R23 billion for the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Scheme. That we were possibly robbed leaves a bitter taste in my mouth. This finding by the Competition Commission raises a number of issues. The first is about
the nature of our construction industry and, in particular, the dominance of a few firms. In this regard, we welcome the statement by the commission that it was not only interested in retribution, but also cleaning up the construction industry. The second issue we must raise relates to broad-based black economic empowerment (BBBEE). The construction sector has committed to the Construction Sector Charter, which recognises the sector as a stimulus for development and job creation in our economy. The Department of Transport will be spending billions of taxpayers’ money in a number
of projects over the next 20 years. This includes rail and road projects and many others. Our programme will create thousands of jobs, develop thousands of BBBEE entrepreneurs, and upgrade the rural parts of our country while maintaining our current transport infrastructure. We must therefore be clear: we want to get to the bottom of this matter. The transformation question is whether we have alternatives. Do we have significant new entrants who are big enough? What is the rate at which we are creating new construction companies with sufficient muscle and a new culture of business? IMIESA FEBRUARY 2011 - 13