Lifting Africa Nov-Dec 2018

The official magazine for LEEASA (Lifting Equipment Engineering Association of SA)

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GUNNEBO INDUSTRIES RESTRUCTURES ITS BUSINESS IN SOUTH AFRICA Increased focus on distributing partners What is happening?

The decision has been taken to cease the polyester business, warehousing and operations in Gunnebo Industries South Africa.

We will instead increase our focus on increased support to larger sling shops in South Africa and distributors that will be served directly from Gunnebo Industries central warehouses in Gothenburg, Sweden, and Houston, USA.

Why are you doing this?

The market in South Africa has been challenging for a longer time, with recession and uncertain market outlooks. We will focus on selling our core products, such as blocks, sheaves, components for chainand wire rope slings, shackles and chain, and we will focus on selling these to larger sling shops and distributors in South Africa.

How many employees are affected by the restructuring?

About twenty employees.

When will these changes come into effect?

The changes will be

implemented immediately.

What about the employees, what will happen to them?

For us it is of utmost importance that we always follow rules and regulations wherever we do business in the world. We are therefore in close collaboration and dialogue with the local unions in order to find the best solutions for all employees.

Will you disappear from the South African market now?

Not at all, we will remain in South Africa, increasing our focus on larger sling shops and distributors in the country that will be served directly from Gunnebo Industries central warehouses in Gothenburg, Sweden, and Houston, USA.

What will be the offering towards the market in South Africa?

The offering will be the same as to the rest of the world, i.e.; our own produced products such as blocks, sheaves, components for chain- and wire rope slings, shackles and chain.

Do you currently plan for more restructurings throughout the world?

We are always evaluating our business in order to be most competitive, but we don’t have such plans today.

How is Gunnebo Industries, as a group, doing from a financial perspective?

We published our last report, Q2, in September, where a positive trend with stable growth in order intake and continued expansion in operating margin continues. Please see the whole quarterly report on our web page.

Who can I contact if I want to know more about this?

For customer related question or further information, please contact Pieter Pelser, Managing Director Gunnebo Industries South Africa or Mattias LĂśfqvist, EVP Sales & Marketing, Gunnebo Industries Group.

All media related questions to be sent to Lisa Ehrborg, Group Marketing.

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Contents The official magazine for LEEASA (Lifting Equipment Engineering Association of SA)

NOV/DEC 2018

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Don’t judge a rope by its cover U.S. Construction firm lauds versatility of modulift beams

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AERIAL PLATFORM

Lift and Shift Equipment, elevating efficiency in the Aerial Platform industry 10

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Elevating efficiency in the Aerial Platform Industry Man cages have to adhere to strict stipulations

CRAWLER CRANE

Deep impact: when a machine leaves a profound impression behind

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SAFETY

Safety always first. This was the message from Piet Otto, CEO of Phakamisa Safety Consultants

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DEMAG

+27 (0) 11 898 3500 www.demagcranes.com

TOWER CRANES

Comansa upgrades models 21lc660 and 21lc750 MAN CAGES

Man cages have to adhere to strict stipulations

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LOAD TESTING

Water filled weight bags offer some real advantages over the traditional solid load testing weight method.

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OVERHEAD CRANES

Huge portals delivered to Nelson Mandela Bay

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TRAINING

Artisan Training Institute partners with SA’s Equipment Export Council to strengthen local manufacturing and skills development NDT

Non-destructive testing (NDT)

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HEAVYLIFT

Sarens launched the largest crane in the world: the sgc-250 Customised engine exchange solution in South Africa

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MOBILE CRANES

Continuous operation for Terex® rt 90 Rough Terrain Crane Fall-restraint is key for safety on Mobile Cranes Demag AC 500-8 All Terrain Crane erects Tower Crane

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SCISSOR LIFT

Hybeko introduces new “tunnel” Rough Terrain Scissor Lift

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TELEHANDLER

BPI Provides Electric System for World-First Mantiou Telehandler

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CONSTRUCTION HOISTS

A new robe for Notre-Dame

Managing Editor Surita Marx Tel: +27 (0) 11 475-0010 Cell: +27 (0) 83 281-5761 Email: surita@liftingafrica.co.za Web: www.liftingafrica.co.za Sales: Lusana Mrkusic Email: lusana@liftingafrica.co.za Sub-Editor: Debbie van Rensburg

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FORKLIFT

Electric forklifts for fast-growing drinks producer

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Index to Advertisers Artisan Training Institute Bonfiglioli Crane Clinic Crane Dude Demag Giovenzana Gunnebo J Express Konecranes Liebherr Africa Lift & Shift London Tower Cranes MH Dawood Phakamisa Scaw Metals

23 31 21 13 OFC IBC IFC,3 19 OBC 17 5,11 25 29 15 35

WORK@HEIGHTS

Skyriders completes first-ever boiler inspection at medupi MEGA JACK

ALE expands Mega Jack 300 fleet and capabilities in Europe BUYERS GUIDE

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Circulation Bi-Monthly 4 198

Disclaimer Opinions in this Publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of this publication, its editorial board, its editor or its Publishers LEEASA or CMA. The mention of specific products in articles and advertisements does not imply that they are endorsed or recommended by this Publication or its publishers in preference to others of a similar nature, which are not mentioned or advertised.

Reliance on any information contained in this journal is at your own risk. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of editorial board makes no representations or warranties, express or implied, as to the correctness or suitability contained and/or the products advertised in this publication. The Publisher shall not be liable for any damages or loss, howsoever arising, incurred by readers of this publication or any other person/s. The Publisher disclaims all responsibility and liability for any damages, includes pure economic loss and any consequential damages, resulting from the use of services or products advertised in this publication. Readers of this publication indemnify and hold harmless the publisher, its officers, employees, and servants for any demand action, application or other proceedings made by any third party and arising out or in connection with the use of any services and/or products or the reliance on any information contained in this publication.

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COVER STORY MOBILE TELESCOPIC TRUCK CRANES

KNUCKLE BOOM CRANES

STRAIGHT BOOM WINCH CRANES

MOBILE KNUCKLE BOOM CRANES

TOW BEHIND AERIAL PLATFORM

CONTAINER SIDE LIFTER CRANES

ROUGH TERRAIN AERIAL PLATFORMS

TRUCK MOUNTED AERIAL PLATFORMS

CONTACT DETAILS JOHANNESBURG

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Head Office: 178 Barbara Road, Elandsfontein, Johannesburg,

Address: 44 Alexander Road, Westmead, Kwazulu Natal

Address: Hydrenco, 1 Berg Street, Stikland, Cape Town

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DON’T JUDGE A ROPE BY ITS COVER Synthetics are quickly becoming the norm as the use of ropes, as an alternative to traditional steel design, is growing in popularity.

Brooks Nunley, technical sales and key account manager of global synthetic rope manufacturer, Cortland, says synthetics are used successfully across industries to lift a variety of loads regardless of weight. Ropes can be soft to the touch and flexible in compression, yet at the same time also be incredibly tough and strong under tension. Synthetics, says Nunley, are increasingly being used for heavylift operations.

“When it comes to lifting there is no one-size fits all option,” he says. “It is about making the correct choice for the appropriate operation.

Using a synthetic fibre rope sling successfully starts with knowing where it should be used. You have to understand that first as that is the guide for where it should not be the choice.”

Cortland, a global designer and manufacturer of engineered synthetic ropes, heavy lift slings, electro-optical-mechanical cables, and umbilical’s, has broad experience in custom-built applications. It is the only company selected to design and fabricate satellite tethers, which have been successfully deployed from an international space shuttle, while it also designed and manufactured the rope system that allowed the successful deployment of the Mars Rover from Pathfinder on the surface of Mars.

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According to Nunley certified synthetic lifting sling solutions have been tested extensively and are proven to be safer and more efficient performing to exacting standards.

The ongoing demands on rope have required manufacturers to come up with better solutions all the time.

In the North Sea, for example, Cortland completed a 2000 ton dry-weight top side installation recently and more recently it had to complete an offshore project that involved a 600-ton single point steel catenary riser (SCR) installation.

This proves, says Nunley, that synthetics are being used successfully on a very large scale around the world with operators adopting and trusting it to do some of the most advanced and heaviest lifting – on and off the planet.

Why synthetic fibre

There has been a significant amount of traction in the fibre rope industry converting steel to synthetic rope, says Nunley. This is due to some of the products’ key benefits.

First and foremost, it is not damaging to equipment. “If you slack the rigging the risk of damaging what you have installed is non-existent with synthetic fibre,” he says. “Also, it is much lighter than steel. By switching from steel to fibre one can reduce rigging time by at least two thirds in some instances just due to the sheer weight savings gained.”

Fiber Rope Slings in Action

of the product is dependent on three things, namely, the fiber selection, rope design and the final configuration.”

As a class, synthetic fibres offer high strength to weight and size rations, excellent resistance to abrasion and flex fatigue, chemicals, shock and impact loading and there is of course the ease of handling benefit that cannot be ignored, says Nunley.

“No slings are immune to the increased stress caused by bending,” says Nunley. “Where steel and fibre differ is that bending will permanently deform the wire rope. A flex fatigue weak point is also created in steel that will eventually lead to it breaking. Much like a paperclip if you move it back and forth at the same point over a long period it eventually breaks.

Fibre ropes simply don’t have that memory that steel has.”

Informative decisions

Manufactured through a load controlled process of twisting, winding and braiding, fibres are undoubtedly a good option for a sling and can be made into two types of slings – eye and eye or grommet slings.

“When deciding to buy a sling it is important that operators remember that the ultimate performance

According to Nunley it is imperative to compare the features and specifications of the various products available asking as many questions as possible to ensure that the data when the sling is put into operation is accurate and it performs to standard. Bending, for example, has very similar effects on both steel and synthetic fibre products.

Also important to consider is the ratio between a sling’s diameter and the diameter of the object it interfaces, otherwise known as D:d ratio. The D:d ratio can provide a relationship between the breaking strength of a sling with respect

Fiber Rope Slings in use - 500 Te

to the effect of bending around a small radius interface. The effect of bending on a sling is dependent on the sling configuration, says Nunley.

For example, grommets are more susceptible to bending losses due to small D:d ratios than eye and eye slings.

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Synthetic fibre rope slings can also be used in operations designed originally for steel. “It cannot be emphasized enough but fibre fits where steel fits,” says Nunley. It is also the only solution available to industry at present where the rope length can be adjusted on-site, in the field at any given moment.

Another major benefit is that fibre is considered a safer alternative especially when rigging is done at height due to it being lighter.

It is also reusable and customizable which speaks directly to cost efficiency.

Protect your asset

Fibre ropes, says Nunley, are extremely robust. It is, however, essential that these products are respected and maintained correctly for value to be realised. Slings should be stored and treated as an asset.

“You can extend a fibre rope sling lifespan by years if you are taking care of it properly,” he says. “Don’t coil it around a base with nails on for example. Treat it as a synthetic and as a tool, but see it for the asset it is and you will get much more out of the product over the long run.”

Other practices to avoid include long exposures at temperatures greater than 60°C and avoiding sharp edges at all costs.

“Confidence in synthetic materials continues to grow as there is greater understanding of the rope capability.

Not only do they act in much the same way as traditional fibre or steel, but in fact do much more than the obvious.”

Nunley says thanks to the multifunctionality of the products they have increasingly proven their worth standing the test of time again and again.

Photo Credit To: Cortland

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PRODUCTS & SERVICES CHAIRMANS DESK

U.S. CONSTRUCTION FIRM LAUDS VERSATILITY OF MODULIFT BEAMS

Modulift spreader beams combined with other rigging equipment in 19 different configurations to complete over 200 lifts CitizenM employed a construction method that involved piecing together modular parts that were manufactured by Modulift’s customer, Polcom, of Poland. The seven-storey building includes six floors of modular units, each one requiring 19 unique lifts—the beam and sling lengths were different each time—and 228 in total throughout the project.

Construction firm Mortenson, which has built over 100 hotels across North America, accepted a scope of work as general contractor to assemble the 264 key modular building, which would eventually boast meeting rooms, a living room, bar area, and gym, in addition to the luxury bedrooms that represented the majority of the lifts by tower crane.

took shape, with the final storey reaching 70 ft. from street level.

Modulift prescribed cascading rigs, consisting of spreader beams, slings, and shackles, which proved the most cost-effective below-thehook solution. For the eight-point lifts, a one-over-two-over-four configuration was used, consisting of seven spreader beams at different levels; and for the six-point lifts, a one-over-one-over-three rig comprised of five spreaders at different levels.

Flexible solution Sue Spencer, technical director at Modulift, said: “Whenever Polcom begins a new product, they ship the equipment to site and we provide the rig drawings as their technical partner. This type of rig is flexible and nicely balanced. We could have come up with a custom designed frame, but this would have been heavier and more costly—and it would have been rigid rather than flexible. Also, because the customer has used our equipment on many module installations, they had the

Jack McCaskill, project engineer, from the Seattle Operating Group at Mortenson, explained that diversity of rigging was required as the modules varied in size; the largest measured 10 ft. wide by 51 ft. long and weighed 45,000 lbs. (approx.

20.5t). Some modules had six lifting points and others had eight.

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Modulift provided cascading rigs, consisting of spreader beams, slings, and shackles, which proved the most cost-effective below-the-hook solution.

Photo: Mortenson

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spreader beams required in their fleet. They only had to purchase a small quantity of spreader beam struts.”

Due to site constraints encountered once the project was underway, Modulift was called upon to make modifications to five of the rigging arrangements.

Spencer explained that alterations were necessary because of obstructions caused by scaffolding.

She added: “We had to redesign the rigs so they were much lower in height; we achieved it by reducing the sling angles above each spreader beam and in some cases at less than a 45-degree angle beneath. We also changed the types of connection slings to the spreaders to avoid any clashing between the slings and the beams due to lower [sling] angles.”

MOD 24, MOD 34, MOD 50, and MOD 70 spreader beams were all utilised during the project. The longest and largest was a 30-ft.long MOD 70, while the smallest and shortest was a MOD 24 at 5 ft. The slings were predominantly chain slings with shorteners so that

MOD 24, MOD 34, MOD 50, and MOD 70 spreader beams were all utilised.

Photo: Mortenson

the lengths could be adjusted to accommodate the aforementioned offset centres of gravity, with polyester slings to connect to the beams for the lower height rigs.

McCaskill pointed out that the writing, visible on the side of the modules, identified the units by room number within the hotel. It was also used to communicate the

sequence at which the modules needed to be set into place. He concluded: “Modulift has been outstanding, both in their efforts to help our project and in the quality of their work.”

Contact: Ellie Rose Ellie@modulift,com

LEEASA’S END OF THE YEAR CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE 2018 To all LEEASA members; In the past year LEEASA’s ongoing involved with ECSA regarding LMI’s, SABS regarding inspection and testing standards and the DoL regarding regulations.

As the year winds down and as your present chairman I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a pleasant and restful festive season.

As a Christian I have always thought of Christmas as a good time; a kind, forgiving, generous, pleasant time; a time when men and women seem to open their hearts freely.

“To my mind Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind”. It is a time to cherish peace and goodwill, and to have the real spirit of Christmas. A time to have a Happy, happy Christmas, that can win us back to the delusions of our

childhood days, to recall the old man to the pleasures of his youth, to transport the traveller back to his own family and quiet home! It is good to be like children sometimes, and never better than at Christmas.

It is a time to have Christmas in the heart that puts Christmas in the air.

If there is no joyous way to give a festive gift, give love away.” “After all the best of all gifts around any Christmas tree is the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other!”

“To all of you that are not Christians take what you must from the above and enjoy this time out”.

For the most it is a festive time to be with family and friends so should you be travelling in this festive period please take care on the roads as I would like to see you back in the new year as we put forward our best efforts in 2019 to make the Lifting Equipment industry a better place for all. From Arni Sommer.

My Christmas gift suggestions: 1) To your enemy, forgiveness.

2) To an opponent, tolerance.

3) To a friend, your heart.

4) To a customer, service.

5) To all, love and charity.

6) To every child, a good example.

7) To yourself, more love and respect.

From all of us at Lifting Africa and LEEASA we wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year!

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PRODUCTS AERIAL PLATFORM & SERVICES

LIFT AND SHIFT EQUIPMENT ELEVATING EFFICIENCY IN THE AERIAL PLATFORM INDUSTRY

The world of aerial platform hire has exploded in the rental and dry hire business.

This business has created so much wealth that rental companies not only rent but have become importers and retailers of the product as well. The most astonishing point is that these equipment importers are selling new equipment directly to the people they compete against in the rental market.

With a view of always remaining cost effective and affordable, Lift and Shift MD John Henry Bowman

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has aimed their efforts of aerial platforms to 3 simple methods.

Utility mounted

This application is simple, we can utilize a standard 1 ton bakkie and fit a 10 to 14 metre aerial platform unit making this a straight forward, fast and efficient way of accessing heights. (4x4 or 4x2)

Truck mounted

In todays wide variety of trucks

we are able to enter this market utilizing from a 1.5 – 2-ton truck that can be fitted with a 12- 6-meter aerial platfom. The benefits here are that you are able to travel with tools and equipment whichallow you to carry out your job quick and efficient.

Common truck mount working heights are between 12 – 26-meter.

Our range which we have fitted locally has reached in access of 75-meter for special applications.

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Trailer Mounted

One of our flagship brands Challenger Access platforms is locally manufactured for both 12-meter trailer mount and 12-meter truck mount. This unit is built for local operators and local conditions. Out performing European machines which are not designed with African conditions in mind. This tow-andgo application allows for fast and efficient site work. Self propelled and scissor lift hire is costly for a number of reasons: 1. Transport of specialized vehicle to site. 2. Site

establishment. 3. Special operator required. There is nothing a truck mount or trailer mount cannot do.

It’s cost effective, time saving and gets the job done in less time. Above is our newest addition, 7-meter high working height aerial platform, with 220v plug-in, ideal for carrying out any double story work.

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TANKHOUSE CRAWLER CRANE CRANES

DEEP IMPACT: WHEN A MACHINE LEAVES A PROFOUND IMPRESSION The duty cycle crawler crane is equipped with a 14-tonne drop weight By 2030 the container port in Jätkäsaari will be transformed into an attractive district of Helsinki.

In order to improve the soil conditions, the Finnish company Takanen is applying Liebherr equipment.

activities were transferred further east to Vuosaari, while in Jätkäsaari apartments for 21,000 people will be built by 2030. Schools, playgroups and sport facilities will also be developed, as well as 6,000 jobs created.

It is the seventies in the rugged north of Finland: The 26-year-old Martti Takanen founded an earth moving company in Sievi. All that he had was one single truck. Fortyeight years later and 500 km further south Johanna sets foot on the jobsite at the Jätkäsaari Harbour in Helsinki.

Automatic Control: Simple Handling and Low Wear and Tear “Large areas of land are being reclaimed here,” explains Johanna, “therefore the ground is very soft and must be well compacted.” For this purpose Takanen used the Liebherr duty cycle crawler crane HS 8130 HD with a 14-tonne drop weight. The weight was dropped from a height of 10 m in free fall onto the building area to be compacted.

“110 times are more than we calculated,” she smiles. As she adjusts the fluorescent safety jacket against the growing sea breeze, the reflective lettering on the left-hand side can be seen: Takanen. Together with her brother, she has followed in the footsteps of Martti. The footsteps of her father.

Jätkäsaari is a peninsula in the south of Helsinki and, up to 2008, was the most important container port in the city. In 2009, when the pop singer Madonna was on stage there as part of her “Sticky and Sweet Tour”, 85,000 fans flocked to Jätkäsaari. It was the largest concert ever in the Nordic countries. At that time, the expansion of the harbour also began. Most harbour 12

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This achieved an impact between 50 and 70 kN/m2 and compacted the ground down to a depth of 7 m. The weight hit the ground 110 times per hour, about 50,000 times during the whole project phase.

The duty cycle crawler crane is fitted with an optional piling control, which controls the lift and the free fall fully automatically and avoids unwanted unwinding of the rope. Takanen filled the funnelshaped craters created through the impaction with new soil using the Liebherr crawler tractor PR 736 Litronic. Subsequently the dynamic

soil compaction started all over again. This process was repeated four times on the 25,000 m² building site.

The HS 8130 HD is brand new in the Takanen fleet, which in the meantime comprises about 50 machines. Thanks to the reliability of the duty cycle crawler crane, the Finnish company again opted for Liebherr’s HS series. Johanna emphasizes their diverse range of applications. In addition to dynamic soil compaction, Takanen deploys the duty cycle crawler crane for grab or dragline operation, as well as for lifting work.

Since the crawler side frame does not have to be removed for transportation, the machine can be quickly and easily moved between jobsites. In Jätkäsaari the HS 8130 HD underlines its qualities with a low fuel consumption of only 34 l/h.

On 9th August 2009 Madonna created “Good Vibrations” in Jätkäsaari. Exactly nine years later the Liebherr duty cycle crawler crane, type HS 8130 HD, created “Deep Impacts” while carrying out dynamic soil compaction.

CONTACT: Liebherr Tel: +27 (0) 11 365 2000 Web: www.liebherr.com

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SAFETY

“SAFETY ALWAYS FIRST” THIS WAS THE MESSAGE FROM PIET OTTO, CEO OF PHAKAMISA SAFETY CONSULTANTS, AT THE ANNUAL LIFTING AFRICA AND LEEASA LIFTING EQUIPMENT CONFERENCE All lifting equipment should be regarded as a safety critical item.

When it comes to equipment, says Otto, the process starts before a purchase has even been made.

“Equipment must be purchased from companies that are registered to supply lifting equipment.

Companies that are reputable and that supply quality products.” He says having a procedure in place – a code of practice – that guides not only the use and maintenance of equipment, but also the selection thereof introduces safety from the get go. This document should also include procedures for the inspection and testing of all equipment.

“This must be compiled by the user of the equipment and becomes a firm guideline for operations,” he says. “The user must comply with the OHSA - DMR 18 and MHSA Chapter 8, while all products have to conform to a standard.”

According to Otto, there is often a lot of misconception about standards. “A standard only becomes mandatory once it has been incorporated into the OHSA in terms of Section 44,” he explains.

Especially in the mining environment, engineers will insist on products that conform to SANS standards, but often there is no standard.

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lever hoists,” says Otto. “We can’t write a standard at the SABS with requirements for South Africa and think the manufacturer in Japan who is selling half a million of those items annually is going to conform and do it differently for the 10 000 units going to South Africa.”

“There are standards from all over the world, but the OHSA is clear that it must be an accepted technical standard.”

According to Otto, having a certificate of conformance does not mean anything. “What does it conform to? It must say which standard it conforms to making it imperative when one is purchasing equipment that one is checking the fine print and that it is adhering to technical standards.”

Standard operating procedures (SOP) While the OHSA clearly defines what can and must be done, health and safety is not always about the law.

According to Otto, he is often asked when out in the field whether some issue is a legal requirement or not.

“It does not always matter whether it is a legal requirement but what the client specifies in his written procedures. These Procedures cannot replace but can exceed legal requirements. At the heart of it should be safety.

He says that many users are replacing the phrase “audit” with “risk reviews”. These risk reviews should be conducted by subject matter experts. “It is important to have someone come into a plant and review all the risks relative to the lifting equipment operations,” he says.

“What is wrong? What must be fixed? Who must do it? These are very important questions. Not only does it have to meet the legal requirements, but also be measured against the company procedures and relevant standards.”

Examples of misunderstanding in the industry are numerous, says Otto. “Rope clips for instance are not allowed to be used for slings, but where does the OHSA says that? It is the relevant standard to which it’s made applies. Mild steel chains are another example, but again the OHSA does not require that. It is the SABS standard that recommends it not be used for lifting applications.”

With this in mind, says Otto, operations should always first consider the law, then the standards and lastly the procedures.

“They work together to reduce risk in our operations,” he says.

Fatal Risk Control Standards (FRCS)

Developed by BHP Billiton in Australia, FRCS has become a given

in many large corporations that have incorporated it as part of an internal safety programme to ensure compliance with group operating procedures in an effort to deliver safer workplaces.

“FRCS 8 usually covers lifting operations. It applies to the company as well as the contractors that do work for the company and incorporate four sections documents, plant and equipment, environment and people, and lastly operations,” says Otto. The word “shall” means you will do it and “should” means if not practical then you can’t do it. So, you need to look at the system, the environment, the equipment and the people. Assess all of this and lastly manage the four aspects ensuring a safer overall environment.” This is commonly known as SLAM/SEEP

Common causes There are several common causes of lifting incidents, says Otto.

Inadequate planning is a major culprit as is the incorrect choice of lifting equipment.

Another reason is the incorrect use of lifting equipment, the inadequate

training of operators, the use of unsafe or damaged equipment, poor inspection practices and procedures and not complying to legal requirements or company procedures.

“More often than not we see incidents happening not with that one extraordinary difficult load once a year, but with the repetitive stuff. When we lift small loads we do rigging studies and lifting plans, but it is when we lift small loads that we see something go wrong. It is the lifts where we are complacent that more often than not sees things going wrong.”

Complacency, says Otto, has no place in the lifting environment.

“Buy approved, quality brands from approved vendors. Appoint competent people and train them continuously. Maintain and inspect your equipment often and do it well.”

Contact details Phakamisa: Safety Consultants Cellphone: +27 (0) 82 372 4595 Email: potto@icon.co.za Web: www.phakamisasafety. co.za

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His advice is to be as critical as possible as this ultimately ensures a safer environment. “Criticize and evaluate everything. The law only tells you so much,” says Otto.

“That is why we have standards and also procedures to fall back on.

Follow the ABC of auditing “accept nothing, believe no one and check everything”.

TOWER INDUSTRY CRANES NEWS

COMANSA UPGRADES MODELS 21LC660 AND 21LC750

Comansa upgraded their Flat-Top tower cranes to increase their maximum load capacity up to 50 tons (110,230 lb), among other improvements The design of new solutions for the 21LC1050 Flat-Top tower crane, launched two months ago (September 2018), allowed COMANSA’s R&D team to apply some of these developments to two of the manufacturer’s most successful cranes. Thus, models 21LC660 and 21LC750, mainly designed for large industrial projects, energy, mining and PPVC construction, improve their performance significantly.

The versions of 24, 36 and 48 tons (52,910, 79,360 and 105,820 lb) of both models have increased their maximum load capacity to 25, 37.5 and 50 tonnes (55,120, 82,670 and 110,230 lb). This improvement is achieved thanks to the use of a compacted wire rope, of smaller diameter, and an optimized design of the now lighter trolley-hook set.

Such change does not only increase the maximum load capacity of the crane, but also improves the loads in all radiuses, including the jib-end load.

During the design of the 21LC1050,space restrictions at construction sites that exist in some countries due to regulation were taken into account. That is why a highly, modular counterjib was created for such model, which allows up to six different configurations according to the jib length. The advantages of this new counterjib and its good reception in 16

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the market encouraged COMANSA to apply this design to cranes 21LC660 and 21LC750, which will improve the counterjib radius of both models when they are erected with reduced jib-lengths.

Thus, when the 21LC750 crane is erected with a 50-metre jib (164 ft), the counterjib radius is 25 metres instead of 31, of the previous design (82 ft instead of 102).

Models 21LC660 and 21LC750 (except the 20t version of 21LC660) now feature a new optional hoist mechanism (132 kW - 177 hp), which allows speeds of up to 300 metres per minute (984 ft/min).

COMANSA also added the Effi-Plus system to the optional 110 kW hoist mechanisms (148 hp), available for all versions of such models.

This system, which was already implemented in the other motors of both models, increases the hoist speed almost 15% with light loads.

These two mechanisms greatly improve the productivity of the crane, especially when working at large heights. Both motors can have wire rope capacity of 720 or 1,570 metres (2,360 and 5,150 ft), which allows these cranes to work with heights under hook of up to 785 metres (2,575 ft).

To simplify and unify the range of tower sections, the 21LC750 now has the D36B as standard section.

This mast is the same as that of

the 21LC1050 Flat-Top and the LCL700 luffing-jib crane, and is fully compatible with the D36 mast section, with was the standard for the 21LC750 and will now be discontinued.

The 21LC660 and the 21LC750 cranes are two of COMANSA’s models with best acceptance globally thanks to their productivity and competitiveness. These cranes have worked in projects in different countries such as Germany, SouthKorea, Canada, Angola, Singapore, Sweden, Qatar, Australia, Argentina, Hong Kong, Ivory Coast, etc.

Few manufacturers offer tower cranes with 50 tonnes of maximum load in their range, and most of those cranes have pendant lines, with the disadvantages that this represents. In addition to the Flat-Top design, models 21LC660, 21LC750 and 21LC1050 offer the customer advantages such as the ease and safety of their erection and enormous versatility and modularity.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

Experience the Progress.

MAN CAGES MAN CAGES HAVE TO ADHERE TO STRICT STIPULATIONS AS OUTLINED BY THE OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT (OHSA).

Don’t be caught off guard. Man cages have to adhere to strict stipulations as outlined by the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). Ashley Davis, group sales marketing manager for Yale Lifting Solutions, and a Leeasa council member, recently shared some important advice at the Lifting Equipment Conference held at Electra Mining in Johannesburg.

A company (not named for obvious reasons) recently found itself in hot water over a man cage. It had been purchased from a respectable company, inspected and found fully compliant. It was subsequently commissioned.

Within a couple of days, however, workers were complaining about the heat and what followed was some engineering ingenuity. Fitted with a brand-new sunroof the man cage was back in action.

Much consternation followed when the Department of Labour (DoL) arrived several days later and scrapped a brand-new machine.

The reason? It had been modified.

“Once modified or repaired a man cage must be certified and approved by DoL before it can be recommissioned,” says Davis. “And

it is an approval for each and every man cage. You cannot incorporate several cages into one approval either.”

Another important aspect to remember is that the certification of man cages are 100% the responsibility of the client. Lifting Machine Inspectors (LMI) can assist with the approval to the extent that they can advise and guide the client, but ultimately man cages are not LMI responsibility but that of the owner or user thereof.

“It is very important to note that permission to use a cage is granted to a specific user at a specific location,” says Davis. “This cannot be transferred to another location even in the same company. If you are using it at location 1 and you want to move it to a new spot

tomorrow then permission must be obtained for that.

By law, no person can be moved or supported by means of a lifting machine unless that machine is fitted with a man cage that has been designed and manufactured according to an approved SANS standard and approved for a purpose by an inspector and then only after a risk assessment has been done.

According to Davis, the aim of this regulation is to ensure that people are lifted safely and that work is done safely. “The intention is to limit the use of a man cage as far as possible,” he says. “The use of cradles should in the first instance be avoided by the use of purpose made machinery according to Driven Machinery Regulations (DMR) 18. In cases where the use of a cradle cannot be avoided, the user must apply for approval from the DoL.”

Misconceptions and legal requirements A bosun’s chair (or boatswain’s chair) is not a man cage. This is a suspended platform seat intended for supporting one person in an elevated position.

“It is a device used to suspend a person from a rope to perform work aloft. Originally just a short plank or swath of heavy canvas, many modern bosun’s chairs incorporate safety devices similar to those found in rock climbing harnesses such as safety clips and additional lines,” says Davis.

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According to Davis the minimum requirements for this equipment is that they are not combustible and therefore cannot be made of wood.

“The minimum free standing height where persons are intended to stand must be 2 meters. If falling objects are an issue, it must be fitted with a roof that allows a sphere of 20 mm to pass through and the roof must withstand a 7 kg steel ball falling from a height of 2 meters without plastic deformation exceeding 50 mm. They must also be protected against corrosion.”

basket and the crane hook must be greater than or equal to 3m.

Davis said floors had to be welded or bolted and slip resistant with drainage.

While there was no minimum or maximum that could be suspended in a cage, it all had to be considered during the design process.

“Suspended baskets shall be designed so that if a load 1,5 times the rated capacity is applied at the worst position on the floor, any resulting inclination shall not exceed 20°,” reads the law says Davis.

He says all baskets have to have side protection following characteristics: enclosed up to a height of at least 0,5 meters so that a sphere of 20 mm cannot pass through; a guard rail and a hand rail. Doors or gates for entering or leaving cannot open outwards and must be fitted with an automatic catch to prevent it from being opened inadvertently.

Davis said testing requirements were compulsory for manages and included a test sphere in the roof, the floor and a test inclination with 150% of WLL (rated capacity) while strength calculations had to be confirmed as well as the existence of calculation of weight. The access locking device and automatic gates had to be tested. A load test had to be carried out at 150%.

He said the strength calculation was around 120kg per person. This allowed for a person of 80kg and equipment of about 40kg.

The loading factor of at least 2:1 must be used for the design calculation while any auxiliary equipment should be added to the calculation.

Contact: Ashley Davis Tel: +27 (0) 11 794 2910 E-mail: ashley@yalelift.co.za Web: www.yale.co.za

He said only chains or steel wire ropes were to be used and all load lifting attachments had to be fitted in such a way that they could only be removed with tools. “When hanging from the hook, the vertical distance between the floor of the

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According to the DMR a man cage or suspended basket means a lifting platform enclosed on all sides whether closed or open at the top. It is designed for the purpose of raising and lowering people by means of a lifting machine but does not include elevated work platforms and suspended access platforms.

LOAD RADIOMATICS TESTING

WATER FILLED WEIGHT BAGS OFFER SOME REAL ADVANTAGES OVER THE TRADITIONAL SOLID LOAD TESTING WEIGHT METHOD. When it comes to choosing between a water filled bag or a solid steel or concrete weight then the decision to opt for the water bag is really a no brainer, according to Pierre Bouwer of Aqua Load Testing.

Speaking at the annual Lifting Equipment Conference held earlier this year in Johannesburg Bouwer said these bags were not only safer and more convenient to use, but also highly efficient with real economic benefit.

“If one is dealing with small weights that are solid that could perhaps be put on a trolley to be moved around or there are small hoists available that you can use to move them along, up to one or to two-ton capacity maybe. Then it is arguably a lot quicker and more efficient to use solid steel or concrete weights,” he said.

But the issue comes in when you are running cranes up to 70, 80, 100 or even 200 tons that the challenge one is facing becomes very different.”

Moving a solid weight from one site to another is no longer easy or cheap.

“One can’t always deal with forklifts meaning one now needs to have mobile cranes available, specialized dollies and rigging. All of this can be done but it comes at a cost and it takes time.”

According to Bouwer the general problem, however, with solid weights more often than not is the rigging. “We have found when having to deliver solutions on bigger loads using solid weights that the rigging required is simply not available.”

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Opting for water bags The use of water weight bags has been recognized worldwide as not only the most effective but also the safest solution when load testing.

These water filled bags offer significant advantage over alternative methods, said Bouwer, in that water can be applied gradually and precisely. That way the potential problems are identified long before maximum load weight is reached.

Especially in the oil and gas industry, the benefit of water bags was seen quite early on.

“You don’t want a solid weight of 60 tons coming down on a deck and in terms of the safety that water bags offered it was a real solution for the offshore industry.”

Water bags are also a more cost effective solution for the load testing of all kinds of lifting equipment.

“Moving a 120 or 260-ton solid weight, for example, requires a big truck,” explained Bouwer. “If one is moving these weights from one location to another the trucks need permits and escorts and the costs just escalate. In comparison 1.2 tons of water bag test equipment can be moved using bakkies and trailers only.”

According to Bouwer one of the big complaints about water bags often heard is that the lifespan of the bags are not long and that they are expensive.

“I disagree with these statements as we have bags that have been operational for more than 15 years and have nothing wrong.

The lifespan of the bags very much depend on how they are

maintained. Neglected bags will not have a long lifespan.”

With the bags manufactured using only the highest quality PVC to international standards, said Bouwer, there was no denying that water bags were light, easy to handle and to maintain.

“These bags are extremely strong.

If used correctly there is no concern that the bag will break or tear.

There is a bigger chance of the hoist failing than the bag itself,” said Bouwer. “They have a factor safety of well over 7:1.”

Also, with solid concrete weights there is always the danger of damage if it is banged or bumped which in turn could affect the weight.

“Big solid weights have to be sized periodically at a weigh bridge to make sure the weights are still as specified, but to move the weights to and from a weigh bridge is cumbersome and expensive. I am not sure how often this is really done in practice,” he said. “Water bags on the other hand are a lot easier to determine the exact weight of the bag using load cells or flowmeters.”

Steel weights on the other hand become increasingly more expensive the bigger the weight.

Water bags, said Bouwer, have also been found to be more accurate than solid weights, not to mention more versatile, easier to store and less labour intensive.

Contact: Aqua Load Testing Tel: +27 (0)16 987 2927

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NELSON MANDELA BAY

A leading construction company has taken delivery of two Condra 60-ton portal cranes for its pre-cast yard in Port Elizabeth.

and assembled to specification from hoists, drives, end carriages, brakes, gearboxes and some 250 other subassemblies produced in-group.

The twin Class Three machines, each one weighing approximately 52 tons, are very large cranes with 30-metre spans and 9-metre lift heights. They will be used for the manufacture of reinforced concrete columns for coastal wind turbines.

Two lines of hoists are manufactured in a number of standard models suited to most mining, industrial and general applications, from 1 to 500 tons. Motors are bought from external suppliers.

Long-travel speeds of between 20 and 60 metres per minute are considerably faster than would be expected for portal cranes of these dimensions. The customer has the option of control either by remote or by conventional pendant.

Contact: Tel: +27 (0)11 776 6000 Email: sales@condra.co.za

Contact value was approximately R10-million.

During the design phase, special attention was paid to wind loading because of the large surface area of the girders. The machines are fitted with anemometers and Condra’s patented storm brakes to prevent them from being moved by the force of extreme winds. The anemometers will activate safety devices in two stages, first sounding a siren at a wind speed of 50 km/h, then automatically engaging the storm brakes at a wind speed of 70 km/h, overriding crane operation and securing the machines against further movement.

Crane design also took transportation into account, with the size of the top frame necessitating manufacture of each girder in two parts to enable road delivery by associated company Transcon Haulers.

The separate girder parts have already been bolted together ready for installation and commissioning.

Condra’s factory in Germiston, where these portal cranes were made, provides leadership and design guidance for sister factories in Cape Town, Bulgaria and Chile.

The four factories together produce hoists, endcarriages, single girder and double-girder overhead travelling cranes, portal cranes, bridge cranes and cantilever cranes for markets worldwide.

The Condra group maintains a very tight focus on quality and rugged reliability, with all cranes designed

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TRAINING

ARTISAN TRAINING INSTITUTE PARTNERS WITH SA’S EQUIPMENT EXPORT COUNCIL TO STRENGTHEN LOCAL MANUFACTURING AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

The South African Capital Equipment Export Council (SACEEC) and the Artisan Training Institute (ATI) discussed ways in which they can work together to foster local economic development.

The Artisan Training Institute (ATI) and the South African Capital Equipment Export Council (SACEEC) have secured a partnership that cements their mutual goal of fighting unemployment in South Africa.

Development Agency. In this capacity, the Council visits South African municipalities, supports them to buy locally-produced engineering equipment, and finds South African alternatives to global brands.

The two organisations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that would see them working closely together on overlapping issues, of which the most pressing is equipping South Africa’s unemployed youth with jobready skills.

“We believe that amongst the municipalities alone, there is approximately R3-billion per year in capital equipment that could be supplied from South Africa.

If you translate this figure to job creation, it is significant,” says Hugh Saunders, chief financial officer of SACEEC.

ATI is one of the biggest private engineering training providers in South Africa, while SACEEC has established itself as a major export council in the SADC region, promoting the exports of South African capital equipment, machinery, general engineering and agriculture equipment.

The Council has exported to 87 countries globally, from Patagonia to Mongolia and New Zealand to Alaska. “The partnership with ATI is a strategic fit for SACEEC,” says Eric Bruggeman, its managing director.

“The growth of South Africa’s export market is intrinsically linked with the availability of South African skills to grow local manufacturing.”

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“For every R1-million South Africa spends locally, we create up to 10 jobs. R3-billion therefore equates to roughly 30,000 jobs per year,” Saunders continues.

To enable local uptake in South African capital equipment and other products, municipalities require a surge in the availability of engineering skills.

This is where SACEEC’s partnership with ATI is critical. The Institute trains on average 1,200 artisans per year, aiming to grow its output of skilled artisans through on-going engagement with industry, donors and government Through the MoU between the two parties, SACEEC will address its member organisations’ skills needs

by matching it with ATI’s service offering. SACEEC will be sending over 30 learner artisans to ATI’s Roodepoort campus over the next eight to twelve months.

SACEEC visited ATI’s campus on 5 November to explore the details of the partnership. During the visit, Bruggeman said he has been impressed with ATI’s training facilities and staffing. “I’ve been to all the training centres on the East Rand and none of them compare to what we saw today,” he said during the meeting. As an export Council, capital equipment exhibitions form an integral part of SACEEC’s strategy to grow local manufacturers’ business footprints. Currently, it participates in over 30 tradeshows per year.

One of the newest in its arsenal of tradeshows is the inaugural Local Southern African Manufacturing Expo (LME), set to take place from 21-23 May 2019 at Nasrec in Johannesburg. The exhibition is endorsed by David Makhura, the Premier of Gauteng and organised by SACEEC in partnership with Specialised Exhibitions Montgomery.

“The expo will be the first exhibition to showcase locally-manufactured equipment only to the international and local community. We have already secured the participation of 35 countries,” says Bruggeman.

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According to Sean Jones, managing director of ATI, the show presents an excellent opportunity to expose the market to the high standard of engineering equipment, services and skills Southern Africa has to offer.

ATI will be participating at LME, in partnership with SACEEC, by displaying its full technical skills offering in an interactive workshop setting. Skills such as fitting and turning, fabrication, welding, boilermaking, electrical & instrumentation skills, and pneumatics, hydraulics & electropneumatics will be exhibited.

A similar approach between the two organisations were followed at the Electra Mining Africa tradeshow that took place at Nasrec in September. For the first time in Electra’s 46-year history, the show dedicated the five-day event to specific themes, of which the first day focussed solely on skills development.

A section of the Nasrec centre was earmarked as a skills development centre, run by SACEEC in partnership with ATI. It comprised a fully functional workshop where learners demonstrated the technical skills they learnt at ATI. According to Gerhardt van der Merwe, ATI’s marketing and sales manager, the intention of the

Eric Bruggeman, SACEEC managing director and Sean Jones, ATI managing director, shake hands on a memorandum of understanding agreed on by the two parties. exhibition was to demonstrate the different training options available to the mining and construction industry and encourage youngsters to consider artisan training as an exciting career development opportunity.

says Jones. “A focus on local manufacturing, coupled with skills development, are key ingredients to reignite South Africa’s struggling economy and fight growing numbers of unemployment”.

Future trade exhibitions in partnership with SACEEC and Specialised Exhibitions will include similar skills development areas and promotion strategies.

Contact: Gerhardt Van Der Merwe Tel: +27 (0)11 472 3443 Email: gvdmerwe@ artisantraining.co.za

“ATI is excited to be associated with a trade council of SACEEC’s calibre,”

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NDT

NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING (NDT) Generally speaking, NDT applies to inspections in all industrial sectors, says Keith Cain, President of the South African Institute for NonDestructive Testing (SAINT). At its core it refers to a wide group of proven inspection methods used to analyse the soundness of a material, component or structure – without chemically or physically altering it.

“It is performed in a manner that does not affect the future usefulness of the object or material i.e. without causing damage,” explains Cain. “NDT provides an excellent balance between quality control and cost-effectiveness. NDT is also controlled by codes, specifications and standards to reasonably assure that adequate quality levels are achieved.”

SAINT, the official national NDT Society of South Africa, promotes, coordinates, oversees and enhances the NDT industry as a whole, from the individuals performing the NDT, to the companies providing the service, and all other associated stake holders.

According to Cain some of their ongoing projects include facilitating the QCTO registration of an occupational qualification for NDT, technicians in the NQF system, representation on ISO TC

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135 work committee at SABS to adopt ISO NDT standards as SANS standards, developing a robust CPD programme and ascertaining the competence of Industrial Radiographers in South Africa.

“Our vision is to regulate NDT through professional status suitable to meet the needs of the national skills development strategy (NSPS) and end user requirements,” he says. “SPBNDT is currently a nonstatutory professional body where membership and designations will be open to any person who subscribes to the objectives and fundamental principles of the body.

Designation is conferred to an individual in the form of a title, registration number and can be uploaded on the National Learner Records Database (NLRD).”

Current two designations are issued - NDT Operator ID 629 and NDT Technician ID 630.

Importance of NDT NDT delivers safety and peace of mind, says Cain. More importantly, it does so affordably.

“During inspections of equipment, the inspector may request that NDT be undertaken in order to support the inspection or examination,” he says. “For example, they may be aware of common failure specific to the item/type of plant, or of a breakdown, or repair history that

requires monitoring.”

Sometimes there is a need for some form of benchmarking for future reference or maybe issues have been located on similar structures resulting in a pro-active approach towards identifying defects prior to any potential failure.

Other times, manufacturers of equipment may provide technical bulletins advising of any requirements to carry out NDT in certain areas at set periods.

According to Cain there are NDT applications at almost any stage in the production or life cycle of a component and are often used to assist in product development, screen or sort incoming materials, monitor, improve or control manufacturing processes, verify proper processing such as heat treatment, verify proper assembly, test for inherent defects prior to manufacturing, test for process induced defects during manufacturing and/or inspect for in-service damage.

Methods of NDT According to Cain the most common and basic method of NDT is visual testing. Using tools such as fiberscopes, magnifying glasses, mirrors and one’s eyeballs it is applicable to a wide variety of material types and product forms.

Liquid penetrant testing or dye

NDT

material which may indicate corrosion or wear, in forged products (such as retaining pins) looking for cracking at change of section, or root type defects in welds including various types of inservice cracking (fatigue etc.)”

Eddy current testing detects surface breaking defects. It requires minimal preparation to the surface being tested. The test material, however, must be conductive and while paint does not normally need removal, it will need to be clean and free of any grease, debris and flaked paint.

pen is implemented when testing non-ferrous materials such as stainless steel, aluminum, glass and reinforced plastics. It is used to detect surface breaking discontinuities not normally visible to the naked eye.

Magnetic particle testing on the other hand is employed on ferromagnetic material in order to

detect surface breaking defects.

Typically, this would include testing on cast components, plates, welds and forgings.

Ultrasonic testing, says Cain, is a non-intrusive technique that can detect sub-surface planer or volumetric defects. “It could be used, for example, to detect variations in thickness of a given

Radiographic testing is a technique that can detect volumetric defects, says Cain. “If aligned correctly it will detect planer defects such as cracks. The use of ionizing radiation is dangerous and regulated by the department of health requiring skills in the method and in radiation protection.”

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FORKLIFT

ELECTRIC FORKLIFTS FOR FASTGROWING DRINKS PRODUCER Linde forklift in operation at Kingsley Beverages’ Malvern plant Multi-national beverage manufacturer, Kingsley Beverages, has become the first largescale company in South Africa to make the switch from internal combustion-engine forklifts to more productive and efficient electric machines from Linde.

With a fleet of more than 80 forklifts the company has steadily begun replacing its fleet of 2.5 and 3 tonne internal combustion forklifts with smaller 2 and 3 tonnes electric models which are equally as effective inside the factory as they are outdoors in the loading yards.

According to the company’s experienced maintenance team, Jakes Olivier and Fanie Horn, the reason for the switch is a simple case of mathematics in which the electric machines clearly outperform the internal combustion diesel and gas forklifts in all departments, including fuel consumption and performance, as well as having a positive effect on driver productivity.

Business decision Says Jakes, “The primary reasons behind the switch are related to improving the overall cost-ofownership and availability of our forklift fleet as far as possible. For example, we calculated that the cost of fuel for our Malvern fleet has decreased from approximately R10 000 per day to a bill of less than R2000 per day for electricity.

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“The same applies to our other facilities throughout the sub-region and will certainly be used as a basis for our plants in Dubai, the UK and planned plant in the USA. What’s more, the electric units require considerably less maintenance and take less than a third of the time that is usually required to service an equivalent gas or diesel machine.

“This type of availability improvement across our fleet effectively means that we can move the same amount of product with fewer forklifts.

And, the benefits extend even further when reliability is taken into consideration, as the electrics work in all weather conditions and endure the same punishment as our diesels. Yet they easily keep up

and require less maintenance in the long-run,” says Jakes.

All-rounder Fanie Horn explains that in terms of maintenance, thus far, the longest serving electric forklift has racked up an impressive 6000 tractionhours and have not required any unscheduled maintenance. Even tyre wear is less due to the even application of power, as well as controlled stopping and turning that is afforded by the electrical controls.

And there is more, in the hygienically clean beverage environment the benefits are still greater with no emissions whatsoever and as a result no need for costly particle filters. The oil and coolant free motor and

FORKLIFT

running gear also reduces the risk of oil spills and contaminants in the environment making the electric forklifts more environmentally friendly too.

“By comparison, our previous alldiesel and gas forklift fleet would generate nearly a tonne of used oil per year, as well as crates full of other maintenance items like filters, cambelts, water pumps and other service items. All considered, we are actually racking up a massive saving on parts and maintenance alone, notwithstanding fuel savings, increased availability and improved productivity.”

Solid reputation Jozua Coetzee of Linde Materials Handling South Africa, stresses that in the fast-moving consumer goods industry, suppliers such as Kingsley Beverages have to maintain tight delivery schedules in order to uphold their reputation for reliability. It is therefore important to ensure the entire supply chain operates flawlessly from delivery of raw materials, to production and distribution. Considering each litre of Kingsley produced is handled by a forklift at least eight times in the production process, it is easy to see why the company places such a high value on the reliability and

productivity of its fleet.

He explains, “The company has always used Linde forklifts to optimise productivity, making use of our brands’ unique handling abilities and precision hydraulic transmission with auto-levelling suspension to carry more loads per shift. Even so, the forward-looking technical staff were still prepared to trial an electric truck which quickly convinced them that the future is electric.

“Since then they have never looked back and the electrics have outperformed the diesels in every department, both indoors and outdoors. Able to run up to one and a half shifts per battery, there is no downtime for refuelling etc.

The move to electric has had only positive effects on the productivity with loading staff reporting faster and safer loading with better overall availability of the forklifts.

“This is a market leading move and shows the kind of strategic thinking that has contributed to Kingsley Beverages taking the local and international beverage industry by storm,” says Jozua.

Futuristic models The Linde E20PH and Linde E30/600

supplied to Kingsley are designed for high throughput applications where they out-perform traditional machines in terms of stacking, transporting, loading, and unloading of a wide variety of goods in multiple application types.

The high productivity capability of the machines is due to Linde’s patented compact COMBI-AXLE technology, which features two three-phase traction motors integrated into the front axle as well as unique maintenance-free brakes.

The forklifts are suitable for loads between 2000 and 3000 kilograms and can be adapted for use in almost any application. A number of different varieties, such as compact model for areas where space is at a premium, or a tall truck with a long wheelbase for tall, bulky loads are also available as required. The new charger and Linde energy management technology also ensures smart, easy-to-understand energy management.

Contact Linki de Jongh Linde Material Handling Email: linki.dejongh@lindemh.co.za

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TOWER HEAVY CRANES LIFT

SARENS LAUNCHED THE LARGEST CRANE IN THE WORLD: THE SGC-250 Sarens launched the massive SGC250 crane, the largest in its fleet and the mightiest in the world in both size and capacity. This crane has a maximum load moment of 250.000 metric tonnes, allowing it to lift an astonishing 5.000 tons.

Even at a larger radius of 100 metres, it can lift an amazing 2.000 tons.

The new crane was introduced to the world at a special launch event on November 9th, 2018, at the Port of Ghent in Belgium. Sarens crew demonstrated its slewing and hoisting capability, and guests had a special opportunity to see this mighty crane in action.

The SGC-250’s notable features include: • Tremendous Power. This massive crane has a maximum load moment of 250.000 metric tonnes and the ability to lift 5.000 tons. It’s the strongest crane of its kind, with all the features and flexibility of a fullymobile ring crane with winches and cables, hook blocks, and the ability to slew 360°.

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The SGC-250, the largest crane in the world, owned by Sarens, was launched at the port of Ghent, in Belgium on 9th of November, 2018.

main boom can be extended from 118-meter to 160-meter, and the jib can be extended up to 100-meter. This combination provides an incredible height of about 250-meter, or an equally astonishing radius of 275-meter.

This flexibility guarantees that whatever combination clients need, we can build it: all on a double-ring design with an outer diameter of no more than 48,5-meter.

• Extensive Coverage. The crane can operate on two hook blocks: one on the main boom and one on the jib. This allows it to cover each area of the job site while maintaining a combination of strong capacities and fast operations.

• Exceptional Safety Standards.

Sarens has invested tremendous effort in the crane’s safety and continuity. This reflects in the highest performance level (PL E) and full redundancy system on the hoisting and slewing system, achieved by intelligently connecting and steering all 12 engines with six power packs.

As with all the SGCs in Sarens’ fleet, the design of the massive SGC-

250 crane was done completely in-house. Construction work was then completed by specialists and certified manufacturers in Europe, and overseen by Sarens.

Carl Sarens, Director Technical Solutions, Projects & Engineering and Line Rigo, RDTS Manager, Global Technical Solutions, discuss the possibilities the new SGC-250 brings to the market.

What market conditions led to the launch of the SGC-250?

This crane was inspired by the increasing trend towards modularisation and the move away from stick-built construction.

Instead of putting a refinery together piece by piece, our clients now prefer to pre-assemble large portions, or modules, in a controlled environment and then transport and lift them into their final position. Because of their weight, these modules require higher lifting capacities.

This trend, together with our inhouse engineering expertise, led to the construction of this enormous crane.

How does this crane add value to project owners?

This crane separates itself from all other cranes on the market with its unrivalled capacity and unique onsite relocation system, which means that it can easily perform lifts in several locations.

This is a feature unseen in the industry. Additionally, its unmatched capacity allows our customers to lift even bigger and heavier loads while still benefiting from crane-specific flexibility.

Practically, the containerised design and the locally-sourced sand used as a counterweight make it easy and cost-efficient to mobilise this crane to any place on the planet.

Empty counterweight boxes can be used to containerise the crane

components and reduce transport costs.

Where will this massive crane be used first...and next?

In 2019, the SGC-250 crane will move to Hinkley Point C for about four years. There, it will perform all heavy lifts in the construction of this new nuclear power plant. Its unique on-site relocation system will also be used there, since the crane will need to lift from three different positions.

Hinkley Point C is only the first of many new nuclear power plants that will be built in the UK and abroad in the coming years, and we expect the SGC-250 to be vital to those projects. However, it is far from bound to the nuclear sector. As with our other SGCs, we’re confident it will be used in all different sectors.

What are the safety measures that went into this crane?

The SGC-250 was constructed according to European and world standards and is CE-certified. The hoisting and slewing control system consists of the highest quality components and meets the highest performance level (PLE). Finally, the control system is completely redundant. The design of the crane

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What is one of the most unique features of the SGC-250?

Without a doubt, it’s the ability to relocate the fully-rigged crane on site from one lifting position to another. This is not only unique to Sarens, but to the entire global crane industry. The crane has two sets of wheels: one for slewing 360° and one for travelling. The second set is hydraulically retractable and is pushed out whenever the crane needs to travel.

has been reviewed completely and all functionality and overload tests witnessed by a third party inspection company.

How is the crane operated and maintained?

Sarens has a team of riggers and crane operators who are specially trained on the assembly and specific control system of the SGC.In terms of maintenance, redundant power pack operations allow maintenance to be executed on one engine while the other one is operational. This reduces the overall downtime for maintenance.

When was the crane be unveiled to the world?

We hosted a special launch event on the 9th and 10th of November in the Port of Ghent. The guests got to know this new giant crane and saw a demonstration of its slewing and hoisting capability. It was a unique opportunity to watch the crane in action!”

Contact: Sarens Tel: +27 (0) 11 861 3800 Web: www.sarenssa.co.za

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HEAVY HEAVYLIFT LIFT

CUSTOMISED ENGINE EXCHANGE SOLUTION IN SOUTH AFRICA ALE was tasked with providing a customised solution for the exchange of engines on two vessels, the MV Grand Banks and the Debmar Atlantic, for the client’s vessel life extension programme.

In order to meet the client’s tight deadline of returning the vessels to their operational site, which was located roughly 1,000km from Cape Town, ALE had to find a timeeffective solution.

ALE designed four skid-turntable configurations, modular lifting beams and six custom gantry platforms, four of which were interfaced with the vessel cut outs.

With this solution, ALE was able to remove eight engines and two ball mills from the vessels. Five new motors, two refurbished ball mills and one transformer were then installed.

By designing a bespoke solution especially for the client and utilising our equipment in this way, ALE was able to perform the operations within the strict timeframe.

Contact: ALE Heavy Lift Tel: +27 (0) 11 435 1946 Web: www.ale-heavylift.com

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INDUSTRY NEWS MOBILE CRANES

CONTINUOUS OPERATION FOR TEREX® RT 90 ROUGH TERRAIN CRANE USE ON CONSTRUCTION SITE FOR THERMONUCLEAR RESEARCH REACTOR REQUIRES HIGHEST PRECISION AND SENSITIVITY For two and a half years now, the French branch of the Italian crane service provider Vernazza Autogru has been working on the construction site of the international research project for the generation of electricity from fusion energy, ITER. The Terex® RT 90 rough terrain crane was chosen as part of the working equipment and has been in service there for months. During this time it has been reliable with no downtime. The high reliability of the Terex RT 90 was one of the main reasons for using this crane in Cadarache.

“In addition, the RT 90 with its width of only three meters is the most compact crane of this type on the market. This, too, made it our first choice for this construction site. It also has the intuitive IC-1 control system, which ensures precise crane movements, and has an innovative diagnostic function,” states Paolo Delfino, General Director France for Vernazza Autogru, as further reasons for using this crane.

The setup of the crane was without parallel; in just 20 minutes, two Vernazza employees made the RT 90 ready for operation with the maximum boom length of 47 m and fully extended outriggers.

The Terex crane has now been in continuous operation on the construction site for the last 8 months - and proves its worth every day: “During the entire period of operation we have not had a single defect and therefore no downtime.

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“Fantastic crane for intensive use on construction sites” tool on this construction site”, says Daniele Fanello, Site Manager for Vernazza Autogru, in praise of the crane. Especially since the RT 90 is required to lift loads weighing up to 60 t at radii of 12 to 35 m. During the course of the project, the RT 90 has proved itself as being a precise crane that is sensitive in operation, and can safely handle all lifts regardless of whether the loads were attached directly to the hook or to spreaders.

So far, the results of using the Terex crane have thus been positive: “The RT 90 is a fantastic crane for intensive use on construction sites.

It is characterized by high quality and reliability and also impresses

with an excellent price-performance ratio”, says Daniele Fanello, expressing his satisfaction with the crane. And Paolo Delfino, adds: “With the RT 90 we are proving that Vernazza Autogru can meet the highest standards of safety and precision.” Salvatore de Gregorio, crane operator for Vernazza Autogru concludes: “I have always been absolutely confident when working with the RT 90.

You can rely one hundred percent on the RT 90 at all times - and likewise on the service of Terex Cranes because it is very responsive and just as reliable as the crane itself!”

Email: info@mmscranes.co.za Tel: +27 (0) 11 421 6577 Web: www.mmscranes.co.za

TOWER CRANES MOBILE CRANE

FALL-RESTRAINT IS KEY FOR SAFETY ON MOBILE CRANES “It may require added regulation to ensure that a level playing field is created among OEMs and users, but we need to actively continue the safety discussion among stakeholders,” he says.

“OEMs are key players in this regard; their products are designed and manufactured to the highest technical standards, so users are not permitted to make their own modifications.”

Johnson Crane Hire trains its operators in terms of fall-arrest practices.

With crane crews needing regular access to the top decks of mobile cranes, it is important for industry to be constantly improving safety measures in line with the aim of zero harm, according to Cedric Froneman, Johnson Crane Hire’s executive for safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ).

“There are a range of protocols and requirements stipulated by construction regulations when it comes to ensuring safety in lifting operations, and safety levels have been considerably raised through industry compliance,” says Froneman. “But there remain some unique challenges when dealing with large mobile cranes.”

He points out that, unlike many other construction environments, there are sometimes no attachment points directly above the head of a crew member working on top of a

mobile crane, to which their lanyard – connected to their body harness – can be attached.

“Instead of working with a fall factor of zero – which requires an anchor point above the head – we generally have to work with a more dangerous fall factor of two, as the only attachment points are at waist level or below,” he says.

The result is that fall-arrest systems are not always effective, and more attention must be paid to the use of fall-restraint systems to avoid the fall in the first place. While original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) do provide fall-arrest devices or designs for their mobile cranes, these are often not issued as standard. This requires those users most concerned about safety to commit to extra investment, creating a potential commercial disadvantage.

Full risk assessments are conducted with regard to climbing on and off mobile cranes.

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DEMAG® AC 500-8 ALL TERRAIN CRANE ERECTS TOWER CRANE

104-meter hook height with luffing jib Once the vehicles were at the site, it was time for the Demag AC 500-8 to shine with its ease of assembly: It took the team a mere 6 hours to set up the crane with a WIHI-SSL 60° configuration, a telescopic boom length of 51.80 meters, a 66-meter luffing fly jib, and 120 tonnes of counterweight.

This made it possible for the AC 500-8 to reach the required hook height of over 104 meters and lift the top-slewing tower crane components, which weighed up to 13.5 tonnes, at a radius of 43 meters. The crane’s excellent lifting capacity values at large hook heights and radii were crucial for the Stuttgart assignment.

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corresponding components off the lowbed trailers and set them down on the ground so that they could be pre-assembled.

After this, the Demag AC 500-8 took over the erection work as the main crane, and this meant that it had a number of unique challenges ahead of it: Since the tower crane had to be placed between two office buildings right next to the large glass façade of the LBBW high-rise, extremely high operating precision was required.

And on top of this, all the tower crane components had to be positioned over and beyond the high-rise and the jib had to be assembled over the latter – no mean feat for crane operators Karlheinz Moll and Steven Ziellmann, who also had to contend with the fact that there was a wall blocking their line of sight and accordingly had to rely on their BMTI fellow team members to guide them by radio.

“In addition, the two high rise buildings provided wind effects that had to be included in our lift plans,” Karlheinz Moll and Steven Ziellmann say while describing an additional challenge that required for both of them to stay extremely focused throughout the entire project.

Fortunately, both their experience and the precise controls that characterize the AC 500-8 meant that they had the situation under control at all times and were able to complete the job on time.

“Just like we expected, our AC 500-8 proved to be the right choice once again,” Project Manager Wilhelm says while explaining that both the crane’s and his team’s performance exceeded his expectations.

Contact: Email: info@mmscranes.co.za Tel: +27 (0)11 421 6577 Web: www.mmscranes.co.za

PRODUCTS & SERVICES S15197

A trusted industry leader For more than 90 years, Scaw, a South African industry leader, has been a preferred supplier to the lifting and rigging industry.

From wire & strand products, Haggie® Steel Wire Rope, chain products as well as fittings and attachments, Scaw continues to design and deliver the highest quality products to customer specifications.

Highly qualified teams with extensive experience in all aspects of the application of our products are on call to advise and support the selection, handling, installation and maintenance of products vital to driving safety, productivity and profit in the lifting and rigging industry.

www.scaw.co.za

More than steel.

TRAINING SCISSOR LIFT

HYBEKO INTRODUCES NEW “TUNNEL” ROUGH TERRAIN SCISSOR LIFT (A unique “2-in-1” model purpose built by Hybeko for tunnel and general construction access applications)

Norway’s convoluted coastline of fjords and high mountains is famously scenic but also a major challenge for rail and road connections. The country has a long experience of constructing tunnels as a result.

Today, Norway continues to invest massively in maintaining, improving and extending its transport system.

With this market context in mind, Hybeko chose the Genie® GS™-3390 RT rough terrain scissor lift that is reputed for its robust versatility

and productivity to develop its own scissor lift model specially adapted to meet the specific needs of tunneling construction and general construction applications.

With the conditional approval of Terex AWP*, this led to the launch of the Hybeko Tunnel 3390 RT scissor lift that combines minimal exhaust emissions with two modes of operation (tunnel and standard) in a single unit. In the short while that it has been on the market, the new Hybeko ‘Tunnel’ lift is already

a popular choice among rental customers in Norway.

But why the choice of a dieselpowered machine? Firstly, because for the time being, recharging batteries is a slow process and recharging in tunnels is not authorized under current legislation in Norway. Consequently, electricpowered units are not a suitable option. Secondly, in tunnel applications, speed is a key factor.

This is particularly the case for maintenance duties that generally need to be completed overnight to avoid closures that perturb traffic.

These rough terrain diesel-powered scissor lifts are very performant due to their drive speed of 8 km/h (5.0 mph).

Espen Johannessen, Hybeko Chief Executive, explains: “With more tunnels opening each year, in addition to an extensive existing tunnel network that requires regular maintenance, Norway counts several huge projects that are scheduled for completion within the next 10 years.

However, while market demand for access equipment is high, work in tunnels means adapting equipment to specific requirements. These include low exhaust emissions, lower working heights to avoid contact with overhead obstacles such as fans and efficiencies that help save time to work rapidly.

Designed with and for our customers in Norway, our Hybeko Tunnel 3390 RT scissor lift is built to meet all the different aspects of tunnel and general construction

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Interchangeable at the turn of a key, these two separate operating modes offer maximum working heights of 8 m or 11.94 m (39 ft or 26 ft 2) and the choice of a 45/29 sec or 32/19 sec platform raise/ lower speeds.

In a sector where speed really counts, the ability to drive this machine at full height even on inclines of up to 8 degrees is a key time-saving feature. A cable drum on stand, towing support and air/ water to platform hose feature among a wide selection of other options and accessories that are available with this new Hybeko scissor lift model. *Hybeko submitted a technical file to a notified body to become the manufacturer of a new scissor lift model based on the Genie® GS™-3390 RT rough terrain scissor lift, specially adapted to meet the specific needs of tunneling construction and general construction applications.

Contact: Tel: +27 (0) 11 393 6437 Email: accesssolutions@goscor. co.za

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access applications following the latest European EN 280 guidelines.”

Equipped with a high performance catalyst and particle filter for minimal exhaust emissions and a 7.38 m (24 ft 3 in) “super deck” platform offering up to 1,134 kg (2,500 lb) lift capacity and room for up to seven people and their tools and equipment, the Hybeko Tunnel 3390 RT scissor lift offers two modes of operation (standard/ tunnel).

PALLET TRUCK TELEHANDLER

BPI Provides Electric System for World-First Manitou Telehandler The MHT-790E electric telescopic handler has a lifting capacity of up to 9 tons and a lifting height of up to 6.84m. The machine is powered by a LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery, known to be one of the safest battery chemistry compositions for its thermal and chemical stability.

Battery Power Industries (BPI), battery driven mining vehicle specialists, provided the battery drive system for Manitou Southern Africa’s first electric telehandler.

Manitou’s battery driven telehandler, the first of its kind, was unveiled at Electra Mining Africa 2018. BPI designed and implemented the conversion of the telehandler from a diesel driven system to a fully electric system utilising Lithium Ion battery technology.

BPI, a proudly South African OEM specialising in the development of battery energy systems, electrical traction systems and high speed charging systems for underground mining equipment, was launched in 2018.

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fatigue in the mines associated with diesel particulate emissions, particularly in tight and closed off areas,” says Calvin Coetzee, BPI Managing Director. “This is one of many common challenges facing the mining industry that our technology is able to address.”

Coetzee explains that in addition to emissions, the transporting of fuel to refuel diesel machines is also challenging in terms of time, cost and accessibility and can be solved by the switch from conventional diesel to electric systems. “Electric machines and equipment can solve these problems without the loss of power or production time. All of this is perfectly illustrated in the MHT-790E electric telescopic handler.”

According to Coetzee, the additional advantages of using this type of battery include its low cost, non-toxicity, the natural abundance of iron, safety characteristics and electrochemical performance. “In the MHT-790E electric telescopic handler all of these advantages culminate into a machine with zero emissions and far less heat being produced which protects the health and safety of those working in confined areas such as tunnels and mines. It also has a long battery life expectancy of 3,000 cycles and continuous battery shift time of 8 hours combined a high speed charging time of 90 minutes or on-board charging time of 8 hours to ensure an uninterrupted work shift,” Coetzee adds.

BPI’s system addresses mining ventilation as well. The heat produced by machinery working underground puts pressure on ventilation systems resulting in additional costs for system upgrades. “Due to the fact that it emits far less heat than a conventional diesel driven machine, the MHT-790E does not put pressure on these systems, resulting in savings on fuel needed to support ventilation as well as savings in upgrade costs,” Coetzee explains.

This was achieved with the machine’s built-in active air-cooling system which is completely sealed

This system is part of BPI’s ultrasafe design approach to all systems.

Additional safety features built into the MHT-790E telehandler include various Detection Systems, ensuring that the vehicle slows down should a person, vehicle or obstacle be detected, thus reducing the possibility of accidents.

The battery pack included in the MHT-790E is also 3G impact rated, protecting it in the unlikely event of an accident. An Automatic Fire Detection and Suppression system specifically designed for Lithium Ion battery systems also forms part of the system allowing for the detection and protection of any electrical sparks and smoke, or short circuit overload that may occur.

“BPI’s main objective is to remove all emissions and harmful equipment from use in mining operations as part of our innovation-led approach to sustainable mining. This approach involves the application of cutting edge technology to address mining’s major challenges. We firmly believe that our designs are able to outperform traditional diesel-fuelled vehicles on the market and achieve considerable

energy cost savings and lower overall machine costs. The launch of the Manitou’s MHT-790E electric telehandler affords us the opportunity to have the return of investment on our electric vehicle systems field proven,” says Coetzee.

According to Manitou, the MHT790E electric telehandler offers a return on investment over a short period of just 2-4 years. “Savings on fuel, possible fuel rebates and reduced maintenance costs, as opposed to maintenance on a diesel powered vehicle, all contribute to the cost effectiveness of the machine. The estimated running cost of the MHT-790E is 32% of a diesel equivalent which, combined with the multi-functionality of a telescopic handler and an array of available attachments, is a truly cost effective solution for the mining and construction industries,” states Manitou Southern Africa.

BPI’s team was challenged with a turnaround time of just 3 months to complete the project – from conceptualization through to design, procurement, manufacturing construction, assembly and finally commissioning. “The fact the project was completed, successfully, within the time constraints is due to the absolute commitment from all stakeholders and role players involved,” says SP De Bruyn, Head of Mechanical Engineering at BPI

and lead on this project. “This includes the flexibility, technical capability and can-do attitude of Manitou Southern Africa and their aftermarket team, as well as the technical capabilities and expertise that the BPI team has built up over the last four years.

The first MHT-790E electric telehandler was purchased by mining infrastructure construction firm, TDS Projects Construction who will be using it in their underground operations. “TDS is committed to improving health and safety conditions in the workspace for their employees and this was their motivation for purchasing the vehicle,” says De Bruyn.

Manitou’s MHT-790E electric telehandler will be distributed through Manitou Southern Africa’s extensive network of 12 dealers throughout South Africa and neighbouring countries, and through the Manitou Centre in the Western Cape, who distribute and service Manitou products.

For more information, visit www. batterypowered.co.za or follow Battery Powered Industries on LinkedIn.

Contact: Manitou Tel: +27 11 975 7770 Web: www.manitou.co.za

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and cools the air down to keep the battery temperature at optimum levels while the electric motor is cooled via a water cooling method.

CONSTRUCTION HOISTS

A NEW ROBE FOR NOTRE-DAME GEDA construction hoists support restoration of world famous cathedral Notre-Dame Cathedral is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Paris. Every year, it attracts millions of visitors from all over the world to the Ile de la Cité in the French capital.

But the “old lady” is getting weak.

The world famous, centuries-old cathedral is currently undergoing extensive restoration work – supported by a transport platform and two passenger and material hoists from the manufacturer GEDA-Dechentreiter GmbH & Co. KG. Notre-Dame de Paris is the cathedral of the archdiocese of Paris and can look back at over 850 years of history. The cornerstone was laid in the 12th century, and the masterpiece of French Gothic architecture was built in four phases between 1163 and 1345.

This makes Notre-Dame one of the earliest Gothic cathedrals in France. It would be hard to find a visitor who is not amazed by the imposing monument. Up to 10,000 people can fit into the 130 metre long and 48 metre wide nave.

The “old lady” is crumbling

A first glance at the majestic main façades with its two towers makes is hard to believe that the famous landmark is struggling with great problems – the centuries have left significant marks on this impressive Gothic structure.

The structural fabric is crumbling in numerous places, with weather and air pollution taking their toll: The stone on the flying buttresses is highly worn and the popular gargoyles have lost their facial features. In addition to this, water is leaking into the spire at the centre of the cathedral, which in turn has an extreme impact on the roof trusses Pieces of stone are visible in many places where they have fallen on lower roofs – a safety risk for the numerous visitors. Those responsible are no longer just worried about the appearance of the building, but also about its structural integrity.

In Gothic architecture, all elements are crucial to the structure of the overall building. The flying

buttresses, for example, support the main vaults from the outside, while the weight of the small turrets at the end of the buttresses in turn ensure the stability of the overall structure.

When it comes to financing the restoration project, the church is hoping primarily for private donations, as the maintenance budget of 50 million euros provided by the French state is not enough to pay for the necessary work. The “Friends of Notre-Dame de Paris” foundation therefore initiated a fundraising campaign to raise the 100 million euros additionally required for getting the ailing tourist magnet back into shape.

Gothic architecture meets technology

The first construction phase is the restoration of the first flying buttress and the spire. Two passenger and material hoists as well as a transport platform will be used to repair the old lady on the Ile de la Cité island in the Seine river.

To ensure smooth and swift progress of the complex restoration work, the longstanding GEDA customer Altrad Plettac Mefran EURL sold two GEDA Multilift P12 Comfort passenger and material hoists as well as a transport platform GEDA 500 Z/ZP to the scaffolding company Europe Echafaudage SAS. The two GEDA Multilift P12 hoists used in Paris are the Comfort version. The modular system design of the entire GEDA Multilift range provides the appropriate hoist solution for nearly every

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TRAINING A foundation is not required, which is a tremendous advantage in particular at Notre-Dame cathedral, as the organisers want to avoid restricting the flow of visitors through the restoration work.

The passenger and material hoist is quickly and efficiently assembled from the car. As far as the steering for the Comfort version of the GEDA Multilift P12 is concerned, users can choose between landing preselection in the car or landing level stop by pressing a button.

With its lifting speed of 40 m/min, the GEDA Multilift P12 Comfort used in Paris transports 1,500 kg of materials or 12 passengers quickly and safely up to a height of 150 metres. The spacious A-design platform with its dimensions of 1.4 x 2.0 metres ensures safe transport of a variety of different building materials.

Despite the high load capacity, the passenger and materials hoist impresses with its low anchoring forces –and with only one mast.

This is another advantage, as it puts as little strain as possible on the time-honoured façade. The four different platform versions also allow flexible use and enable the

GEDA Multilift P12 to be adapted to the conditions at the construction site. Naturally, safety is always the top priority. The GEDA Multilift P12 is therefore equipped with the usual safety components as a standard, such as limit switches, speed-dependent safety gear, safety stop and overload protection.

To the top of the spire with the transport platform

A transport platform of type GEDA 500 Z/ZP is used to reach the highest spire at a dizzying height of 69 metres. The compact hoist is an indispensable tool for rapid assembly of scaffolding as well as for the subsequent work on the construction site.

The device has two separate controls enabling it to be utilised simply as a construction hoist with a payload of up to 850 kg and as a transport platform for five passengers and loads of up to 500kg.

Due to the small footprint, the high load capacity and the varied application options, the construction hoist saves time and guarantees optimum logistics on site. A lifting speed of 24 m/min in material mode and 12 m/min in passenger mode ensures rapid construction progress.

Furthermore, the transport platforms impress with their easy assembly and operation: the convenient assembly plank permits safe and rapid assembly of the 1.5 metre long GEDA Unimast segments, as well as their anchoring to the façade or scaffolding, directly from the platform, up to a height of 100 metres.

Gothic masterpiece still “behind bars” for years

The cathedral rose to world fame not in the least due to the successful novel “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”, published by Victor Hugo in 1831.

In this story, the author already pointed out the poor condition of the cathedral, resulting in extensive restoration work actually taking place some years later. However, these remained the last repairs undertaken on the building until today, apart from façade cleaning in the 1990s.

Notre-Dame remains open to visitors while the restoration work is ongoing. The masterpiece of Gothic architecture will still remain hidden by scaffolding for several years, though, before churchgoers and visitors from all around the world can admire the cathedral in Paris in its full glory once again.

Contact: Emalini Enterprises Tel: +27 (0)11 864 6429 Email: fdblignaut@gmail,com

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construction site application. The compact, pre-installed base unit consists of a car, enclosure, flat cable bin and drive and is delivered as one unit – perfect for HGV transport and container loading.

impressive monuments as NotreDame cathedral. Therefore, different platform versions, with different loading doors and flaps, permit optimum adaptation of the GEDA 500 Z/ZP to the conditions on site. The spacious open-top platform provides sufficient space for all types of construction material.

WORK TOWER @ HEIGHTS CRANES

SKYRIDERS COMPLETES FIRST-EVER BOILER INSPECTION AT MEDUPI

One of the largest boiler inspections ever undertaken in South Africa using drones was recently completed successfully by Skyriders at Medupi Power Station in Limpopo. This was also the first time that the 794 MW Unit 6 at Eskom’s newest power station was subjected to a routine inspection using drones, following its synchronisation to the national grid .

While the rope-access specialist had completed smaller boiler inspection work for both Eskom and a major petrochemical company to date, the latest project was distinguished by its sheer size and scope, with Unit 6 a towering 80 m high.

In addition, a full internal inspection had to be conducted of the entire furnace area, right from the bottom up to the superheater elements.

This was especially important as it was the first time that the boiler had been investigated properly since its start-up.

Skyriders Marketing Manager Mike Zinn explains that, right from the outset, the decision was taken to deploy the company’s proprietary Elios collision-tolerant drone technology. Imported from Flyability of Switzerland, the hi-tech drone includes a full HD camera, a thermal camera, and an onboard LED lighting system with remotelyadjustable intensity.Hence an array of onboard tools is available for any lighting conditions.

The drone can be brought into usually inaccessible places up to many hundred metres beyond the line of sight due to the fact that it is equipped with a wireless communications system with a live video feedback.

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The collision-tolerance feature means the drone can enter furnace areas easily, and even go right up to a burner for close-up inspection, without any danger of crashing or causing damage to any elements.

The drone itself is operated externally by a fully-qualified and trained pilot, obviating the risk of having any staff enter the boiler themselves. Needless to say, such a drone inspection is also much quicker and effective to carry out.

For the two-day Medupi project, Skyriders used two drone pilots, accompanied by a Level 2 boiler inspector and an inspection manager.

“What made this project such a showcase for our Elios SkyEye system in particular was that our client’s site manager, who ultimately reported to Eskom, had attempted to use drone technology in Europe, with little success, and was therefore was initially skeptical about the drones ability to deliver in such a large boiler,” Zinn comments.

Skyriders opted to use Elios SkyEye because it is designed specifically for these arduous conditions. First of all, the boiler was switched off, and subjected to a forced cooling

period so that the drone could enter safely.

Thereafter, the drone was piloted carefully inside in order to carry out the full inspection. “We had a specific checklist of components that we had to inspect,” Zinn elaborates.

Skyriders then sat with representatives from the client and Eskom to properly evaluate the video footage taken by the Elios SkyEye drone during the inspection process.

“The fact that this project was such a resounding success is a particular vindication of our strategy to use the latest inspection technology available, in conjunction with our standard rope access services, to meet our clients’ needs in the most cost-effective and practical way possible,” Zinn concludes.

Skyriders Contact Mike Zinn Skyriders Marketing Manager Phone: (011) 312 1418 Email: mike@ropeaccess.co.za Web: www.ropeaccess.co.za

HEAVY MEGALIFT JACK

ALE EXPANDS MEGA JACK 300 FLEET AND CAPABILITIES The four new Mega Jack 300 towers ready to be delivered to ALE’s UK branch.

ALE has expanded its Mega Jack 300 fleet, the next-generation jacking solution, throughout Europe for upcoming civils projects.

Launched in 2018, the latest jacking innovation is a compact and versatile system that enables site optimisation and project efficiency.

Offering a superior solution to traditional climbing jacks, in a wide variety of applications.

space is restricted or congested in short periods of time. The system has already demonstrated its time efficiency, increased stability and compactness while jacking-up hundreds of pipe rack modules over 5m high in Kuwait.

ALE will be delivering a multi-point system to its UK branch, bringing the total amount of towers in the Group’s global fleet to over 20.

16 towers were operating together to deliver safe and quick operations.

“We are delighted to have this innovative system operating in the UK. We have secured several civil projects where this system is ideally suited; it will demonstrate the system’s strength and capabilities to optimise project schedules,” explained Russ Jones, Director – UK.

The system was designed in-house

by ALE’s R&D department for a cost-effective solution to jack-up heavy modules on sites where

A number of bridge projects are lined up to benefit from the new system across the UK in early 2019.

ALE Heavy Lift 011 435 1946 www.ale-heavylift.com

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DYNAMOMETER

BEAM CRAWLS & BEAM CLAMPS

HOSE AND CABLE REELS

Stocking Distributor of Dynamometers

South African Load Test Services

Shutterlock Elephant Lifting Equipment T: +27 (0) 12 661-6105 F: +27 (0) 12 661-6104 E: info@elephantlifting.co.za W: www.elephantlifting.co.za

BLOCKS

T:T:+27+27 (0)(0) 11 11 412-2918 412 2918 F: +27 (0) 11 692-3826 +27 (0) 11 692 3826 E:F:sales@shutterlock.co.za sales@shutterlock.co.za W:E:www.shutterlock.co.za W: www.shutterlock.co.za

FORKLIFTS

T: +39 02-9784488 F: +39 02-97003509 E: info@demac.it W: www.demac.it

Inspection, Proof(TVL) Load Testing & Water Weights Certification of Lifting Equipment

Kemach JCB

Jungheinrich T: +27 (0) 10 596-8460 E: info@jungheinrich.co.za W: www.jungheinrich.co.za

Kiloton T: +27 (0) 861 707-707 F: +27 (0) 861 707-706 E: sales@kiloton.co.za W: www.kiloton.co.za W: www.onlinetoolshop.kiloton.co.za

Magnet Service Binder T: +27 (0) 11 791-3460 F: +27 (0) 11 791-3464 E: sales2@binder.co.za W: www.binder.co.za

LIFTING TACKLE

T: +27 (0) 41 372-1110 F: +27 (0) 14 372-1154 E: info@carlstahl.co.za W: www.carlstahl.com

Searle Hoist & Tool

BRAKES

T: Water +27 (0) 11 425-0015/6602 Weights (TVL) CC C: Tel: +27011(0)425-0015/6602 82 891-5285 Cell: 082 891 5285 E: admin@waterweights.co.za Email: admin@waterweights.co.za W:www.waterweights.co.za www.waterweights.co.za

INSPECTION

HOISTS T: +27 (0) 11 882-2000 F: +27 (0) 11 882-2037 E: rjd.esjhb@mweb.co.za W: www.edwardsearle.co.za

HYDRAULIC TOOLS T: +27 (0) 11 826-6710 E: info@kemachjcb.co.za W: www.kemachjcb.co.za

T: +27 (0) 41 372-1110 F: +27 (0) 14 372-1154 E: info@carlstahl.co.za W: www.carlstahl.com

DEMAC SRL

T: +27 (0) 11 397-7890 C: +27 (0) 74 405-3955 E: loadtest@salts.co.za W: www.salts.co.za

600 SA T: +27 (0) 41 372-1110 F: +27 (0) 14 372-1154 E: info@carlstahl.co.za W: www.carlstahl.com

Searle Hoist & Tool T: +27 (0) 11 882-2000 F: +27 (0) 11 882-2037 E: rjd.esjhb@mweb.co.za W: www.edwardsearle.co.za

T: +27 (0) 11 966-2000 F: +27 (0) 86 601-2607 E: jannv@eiegroup.co.za W: www.eiegroup.co.za

Cooper & Cooper Group T: +27 (0) 11 493-4355 C: +27 (0) 81 390-5544 E: ruben@coopergroup.co.za W: www.engsup.co.za

CJH Cranes Equipment & Plant T: +27 (0) 11 963-0670 E: info@cjhcranes.co.za F: +27 (0) 86 619-7755 W: www.cjhcranes.co.za

BRAKE TESTING Load Testing & Inspection Specialists

MH Dawood Plant Services T: +27 (0) 11 496-1007 F: +27 (0) 11 496-1198 E: info@mhdawood.co.za W: www.mhdawood.co.za

Cranemec Group S.A T: +27 (0) 87 006-0091 F: +27 (0) 86 633-9459 E: info@merfco.co.za W: www.merfco.co.za

CRANE HIRE

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Morris Material Handling SA T: +27 (0) 11 748-1000 F: +27 (0) 11 748-1093 E: sales@morris.co.za W: www.morris.co.za

T: +27 (0) 16 366-1393 F: +27 (0) 16 366-1392 E: info@cranemec.co.za W: www.cranemec.co.za

Scaw Metals SA T: +27 (0) 11 601-8400 F: +27 (0) 11 601-8405 E: wbyleveldt@scaw.co.za W: www.scaw.co.za

Yale Lift

EnerMech

Yale Lift

T: +27 (0) 14 577-2607 F: +27 (0) 14 577-3534 E: info@yalelift.co.za W: www.yale.co.za

T: +27 (0) 21 286-4035 F: +27 (0) 21 511-3553 E: gstuart@enermech.com W: www.enermech.com

T: +27 (0) 14 577-2607 F: +27 (0) 14 577-3534 E: info@yalelift.co.za W: www.yale.co.za

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MINICRANES

MOBILE CRANE SPARES

BUYERS GUIDE

LOAD TESTING AND RE-CERTIFICATION

PLATFORMS

Lift & Shift Equipment Jekko s.r.l.

T: +39 0438 1410083 F: +39 0438 1710123 E: info@jekko.it W: www.jekko.it

Cooper & Cooper Group T: +27 (0) 11 493-4355 C: +27 (0) 72 703-0756 E: dean@coopergroup.co.za W: www.engsup.co.za

MOBILE CRANES

Cranemec Group S.A T: +27 (0) 16 366-1393 F: +27 (0) 16 366-1392 E: info@cranemec.co.za W: www.cranemec.co.za

NON DESTRUCTIVE TESTING T: +27 (0) 11 966-2000 F: +27 (0) 86 601-2607 E: jannv@eiegroup.co.za W: www.eiegroup.co.za

C: +27 (0) 82 854-5143 C: +27 (0) 72 395 4342 E: info@gregbev.co.za W: www.gregbev.co.za

COTAC Oy T: +35 840 069-9469 F: +35 842 016-6959 E: office@crane.fi W: www.crane.fi

T: +27 (0) 87 006-0091 F: +27 (0) 86 633-9459 E: info@merfco.co.za W: www.merfco.co.za

Cooper & Cooper Group

T: +27 (0) 87 006-0091 F: +27 (0) 86 633-9459 E: info@merfco.co.za W: www.merfco.co.za

OVERHEAD CRANE

Elephant Lifting Equipment T: +27 (0) 12 661-6105 F: +27 (0) 12 661-6104 E: info@elephantlifting.co.za W: www.elephantlifting.co.za

Andromeda Industries Lift & Shift Equipment T: +27 (0) 11 822-3659 M: +27 (0) 82 900-7770 W: www.liftandshift.co.za

South African Load Test Services

REPAIRS

T: +27 (0) 11 493-4355 E: simon@coopergroup.co.za W: www.engsup.co.za

600 SA

GregBev Enterprise

T: +27 (0) 11 822-3659 M: +27 (0) 82 900-7770 W: www.liftandshift.co.za

T: +27 (0) 11 397-7890 C: +27 (0) 74 405-3955 E: loadtest@salts.co.za W: www.salts.co.za

Materials Handling Lifting Equipment T: +27 (0) 21 556-0498 C: +27 (0)82 490-5453—AH E: liftng@bluecranes.co.za W: www.bluecranes.co.za

By Carpel SRL - Italy Link-Belt Cranes T: +27 (0) 11 966-2545 E: rowans@eiegroup.co.za W: www.eiegroup.co.za

T: + 39 (0) 39 532-0952 F: + 39 (0) 39 532-0825 E: info@bycarpel.it W: www.bycarpel.it

T: +61 (0) 2 6760 3773 M: +61 (0) 448 668 308 E: zelman@andromesaindustries. com.au W: www.wireropesling.com.au

J Express Crane Services T: +27 (0) 11 864-8402 F: +27 (0) 11 864-8408 M: +27 (0) 83 425-5535 E: jexpress@telkomsa.net

ROPE Inspection, Proof Load Testing & Water Weights (TVL) Certification of Lifting Equipment

T: +27 (0) 11 425-0015/6602 Water Weights (TVL) CC C: 82 891-5285 Tel:+27 011(0) 425-0015/6602 E: admin@waterweights.co.za Cell: 082 891 5285 W: www.waterweights.co.za Email: admin@waterweights.co.za www.waterweights.co.za

Demag Cranes

Saxeni Equipment T: +27 (0) 11 823-2028 F: +27 (0) 86 594-6533 E: morne.j@saxeni.co.za W: www.saxeniequipment.co.za

T: +27 (0) 11 898-3500 F: +27 (0) 11 898-3533 E: richard.roughly@demagcranes.com W: www.demagcranes.co.za

Shutterlock T: T: +27 +27 (0) (0) 11 11 412-2918 412-2918 F: +27 (0) 11 692-3826 F: +27 (0) 11 692-3826 E: sales@shutterlock.co.za E: sales@shutterlock.co.za W: www.shutterlock.co.za W: www.shutterlock.co.za

SHACKLE

Yale Lift

Tadano

Morris Material Handling SA

Elephant Lifting Equipment

T: +27 (0) 14 577-2607 F: +27 (0) 14 577-3534 E: info@yalelift.co.za W: www.yale.co.za

T: +27 (0) 11 230-7300 F: +27 (0) 11 230-7892 E: enquiries@babcock.co.za W: www.babcock.co.za

T: +27 (0) 11 748-1000 F: +27 (0) 11 748-1093 E: sales@morris.co.za W: www.morris.co.za

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TESTING Gunnebo Industries T: +27 (0) 11 614-6078 F: +27 (0) 11 624-1300 E: pieter@gunnebolifting.co.za W: www.gunnebolifting.com

CJH Cranes Equipment & Plant T: +27 (0) 11 963-0670 E: info@cjhcranes.co.za F: +27 (0) 86 619-7755 W: www.cjhcranes.co.za

Transvaal Training T: +27 (0) 11 975-7312 F: +27 (0) 11 975-7322 E: training@transvaaltraining.co.za W: www.transvaaltraining.co.za

SLINGS

Liebherr T: +27 (0) 11 365-2000 E: chris.cardoso@liebherr.com W: www.liebherr.com

T: +27 (0) 11 822-3659 M: +27 (0) 82 900-7770 W: www.liftandshift.co.za

TRUCK MOUNTED CRANES Palfinger Africa

Hydra Lift T: +27 (0) 21 511-4131/2/3 F: +27 (0) 21 511-8748 E: accounts@hydralift.co.za

Lift & Shift Equipment

600 SA T: +27 (0) 11 966-2000 F: +27 (0) 86 601-2607 E: jannv@eiegroup.co.za W: www.eiegroup.co.za

T: +27 (0) 11 608-3670 E: sales@palfingerafrica.co.za W: www.palfinger.co.za

WINCHES

Andromeda Industries T: +61 (0) 2 6760 3773 M: +61 (0) 448 668 308 E: zelman@andromesaindustries. com.au W: www.wireropesling.com.au

MH Dawood Plant Services T: +27 (0) 11 496-1007 F: +27 (0) 11 496-1198 E: info@mhdawood.co.za W: www.mhdawood.co.za

TRAINING Scaw Metals SA T: +27 (0) 11 601-8400 F: +27 (0) 11 601-8405 E: wbyleveldt@scaw.co.za W: www.scaw.co.za

STEEL WIRE ROPES

Elephant Lifting Equipment T: +27 (0) 12 661-6105 F: +27 (0) 12 661-6104 E: info@elephantlifting.co.za W: www.elephantlifting.co.za

Cranemec Group S.A T: +27 (0) 16 366-1393 F: +27 (0) 16 366-1392 E: info@cranemec.co.za W: www.cranemec.co.za

EBDA T: +27 (0) 11 742-1045 T: +27 (0) 11 742-1051 E: info@edba.co.za W: www.edba.co.za

Scaw Metals SA T: +27 (0) 11 601-8400 F: +27 (0) 11 601-8405 E: wbyleveldt@scaw.co.za W: www.scaw.co.za

STRADDLE CARRIER

Combi Lift T: +27 (0) 11 900-8010 E: victor@solutions-4u.co.za W: www.combilift.co.za 46

LMI Academy T: +27 (0) 11 475-5876 F: +27 (0) 86 605-7522 E: info@lmi-academy.co.za W: www.lmi-academy.co.za

Phakamisa Safety Consultants T: +27 (0) 11 462-9620/1 F: +27 (0) 11 462-9620 E: potto@icon.co.za W: www.phakamisasafety.co.za

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HIAB

Dymot Engineering

T: +27 (0) 11 865-1425 F: +27 (0) 11 866-1092 E: saras.hemraj@hiab.com W: www.hiab.com

T: +27 (0) 11 970-1920 F: +27 (0) 11 970-1979 E: pa@dymot.co.za W: www.dymot.co.za

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CXT EXPLORER

LIFT ANYWHERE

The Konecranes CXT Explorer is an affordable, strong and portable solution for all kinds of lifting needs.

This crane follows you practically wherever you need to lift up to 6.3 tons.