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Firefighting first for Durban key point

n a first for the African continent, a Durban National Key Point facility, working with leading fire protection equipment supply company DoseTech (Pty) Ltd special risks, has put in place one of the world’s most advanced trailer-mounted firefighting systems.

A runaway fire in any environment presents a challenge, but as one of South Africa’s largest major hazards installation (MHI) facilities, quick and effective knock-down in the event of blaze was important. With this in mind, the company recently identified the need for a new and upgraded solution to prevent potential disaster.

The company, which has asked not to be identified for security reasons, approached consulting firm Kantey & Templer, based in Westville, Durban, to conduct a feasibility study. The study identified a solution consisting of a mobile trailer fitted with a water canon and foam dosing system.

Once the budgets had been approved this was followed by a comprehensive technical specification and tender process, at the end of which DoseTech was able to suc-

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cessfully secure the contract.

The result was the production of a mobile solution tailor made for the site and manufactured for DoseTech by their German partner FireDos GmbH. “The introduction of this trailer mounted unit especially designed for

the protection of fuel storage tanks is a first not only for South Africa, but a first for the continent too” said Michael Feldon, Managing Director of DoseTech.

“The technology is pretty much unique and comprises a special FireDos foam and water monitor

combined with a FireDos proportioner unit which ensures that the precise proportioning of suppression foam concentrate to water, 3%, is maintained irrespective of the volume of water available from the storage depot’s fire hydrant ring main,” Feldon said.

The unit which is towable behind a one-ton pickup, consists of a base frame for the water cannon, which is known as the monitor, as well as the foam dosing system. The FireDos monitor unit is manually operated and easy and safe to use by means of hand wheels with selflocking gears.

The FireDos foam dosing pump is capable of dosing foam concentrate proportionally to the water flow. In this particular application the flow range required was 5000 L/min minimum to a maximum flow rate of 22000 l/min. However the minimum flow of the FireDos foam dosing pump is 1200 L/min and the maximum water flow of the new design FireDos monitor is 40, 000 L/min.

FireDos GmbH introduced foam dosing technology into the market

The Peaker Trust.

The first of the group’s local projects, the 342 MW gas-fired Dedisa Peaking Power plant in Port Elizabeth, went into commercial operation last year, selling power to Eskom under a 15-year power purchase agreement. The plants are the first large-scale independent thermal plants to be developed in South Africa outside of Eskom.

The consortium comprising Ansaldo Energia and Fata S.p.A. received the Notice to Proceed

(NTP) on engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning of the projects in September 2013, with Ansaldo managing civil works, power island supply, construction and commissioning and Fata managing engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning of the BOP and electro-mechanical installation works (including cabling, piping, Demi Sys, fire fighting, HVAC, and Substation).

Project Director Italo Ballestrelli said that only 22 months after the

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Help us to help you, MEC tells KZN manufacturers - page 3 Pumps Valves, Pipes & Fittings page 7

Food & Beverage page 11

Hydraulic & Pneumatics - page 16

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Switch on for KZN North Coast power plant

he independent Avon Peaking Power gas turbine open cycle power plant near Durban is officially online, helping to take the strain off the overtaxed national electricity grid.

The 685 MW facility outside Shakaskraal, on the KwaZuluNatal North Coast is the second Independent Power Producer (IPP) project in South Africa by the joint venture between France’s Engie, South Africa’s Legend Power Solutions, Japan’s Mitsui & Co and

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contractual Notice to Proceed, the consortium succeeded in respecting the Commercial Operation Date, with Dedisa unit 1 becoming the first synchronisation injecting electric power into the national grid in June 2015.

“It was an historic moment, because it was the first thermal electric power generation into the South African grid made by an IPP,” said Elisa Prato, project manager for continued on page three

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100 not out

ZN Industrial & Business News (KZNIBN) marks its 100th issue this month.

Since its birth in January 2000, along with the new millenium, the publication has experienced impressive growth, both in the scope and quality of content, and in terms of revenue.

“Our first issue was January/February 2000 and was all of 12 pages,” recalls Publisher Janet Coom.

“By the end of our first year we had grown to 20 Pages. Now, we produce on average 40 pages per issue and have experienced a 500% growth in revenue.”

Several years after the initial launch, an Eastern Cape edition was added.

Coom said that at the time of the 2000 launch, there were no media focusing exclusively on the region. “KZNIBN was designed to keep the region updated with all aspects of industry, majority manufacturing and engineering, but not limited to these sectors.”

It remains the only publication of its kind dedicated to the region, providing suppliers to industry with a niche forum to showcase products and services.

If one thing becomes clear when comparing the articles in that first edition with today’s, it’s that while some things have changed dramatically, others have remained very much the same. A story headlined “KZN Businessmen: Stake your claim for government help,” is a good example of both.

“Back in 2000 industry and commerce was still very much dominated by men, so the use of the word ‘businessmen’ in the headline didn’t raise any eyebrows. Today, women are much more active in this field, and this is reflected in the current issue in several stories as well as in our own team,” Coom said.

“As for the other aspect of that headline, staking a claim to government help, it’s is a classic case of how the more things change, the more they stay the same. You just have to

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look at our lead story on page 3 of the current issue to see that.”

Advice on the latest tools, plant and equipment, as well as technology trends remains hallmarks of the publication. An article from the inaugural issue headlined “The Internet as a business tool,” advised readers that, “a communications medium as powerful as the Internet cannot not be ignored by any business,” pointing out that while the technology was still relatively new, it was the wave of the future.

“Pretty good advice when you consider what’s happened since then. Like the Internet, we’ve gone from strength to strength. We can’t wait to see what the next 100 issues bring,” Coom said.

Roger Day, CMCO Material Handling We have been associated with the KZN Industrial & Business News since it was launched. A most helpful team of people, always ready to assist.

Not only have we been very satisfied with the responses to our advertising in the publication, but also find the news content valuable and pertinent to industry in the KZN region. It is a unique publication for our region.

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It has been a vital source of knowledge and general interest, covering all aspects of industry in Kwa-Zulu Natal, assisting companies to spread awareness of their products, coupled with information on various projects, legislation and other matters of interest to industry.

In addition the paper’s team have always been pleasantly helpful in assisting with advert layout, editorial and editing to improve our articles.

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and uses a turbine water motor directly coupled up onto a dosing pump which allows it to be run completely independent of any power source. The use of proportional positive displacement pumps also means that it has a very low minimum flow to max flow of 22000ℓ minute.

The system can use all relevant foam concentrates including alcohol resistant and gels to extinguish industrial special risk fires and across the flow, the dosage is accurate at 1%, 3% or 6% depending on the application and client’s preferences.

The monitor is suitable for use with water and premixed water and foam solution and the stream pattern can be changed from jet to spray pattern, depending on the nature and size of the fire. The new FireDos monitor with its oval water way design ensures that the reaction torques and pressure loss from the monitor is kept to a minimum.

The flow rate of the nozzle can be changed in the range of 100% to 25% manually, even Enquiry no: 2 during operation.

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Help us to help you, MEC tells KZN manufacturers

elp us to help you. That, in a nutshell, was the message to industry and business from MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, Sihle Zikalala (pictured) addressing in his keynote address as the recent KwaZulu-Natal Manufacturing Indaba.

“As government, we are playing our part to support the manufacturing sector. We appeal to the private sector to come on board,” Zikalala said.

“We invite you to leverage these opportunities during times of economic hardship. We are doing everything to remove potential hurdles. Our department and other public entities are more than ready to work with those interested in expanding their businesses."

The MEC also highlighted the importance of Durban as a port for exporting South African products to Africa and abroad.

“We have two special economic zones – the Dube Trade Port and the Richards Bay IDZ to support those involved in manufacturing in the province. These include rental rates, infrastructure support, subsidies, serviced industrial land and funding support. This is on top of the incentives offered by the DTI.”

The Durban ICC was buzzing with delegates and manufacturers who came from around the province and South Africa to to attend the second annual manufacturing symposium and business showcase last week.

The theme for the 2016 conference, ‘Manufacturing the Future’, was debated and discussed both in a South African and provincial context.

KwaZulu-Natal's manufacturing sector is the second largest in the country and is poised for foreign investment and particularly for re-export opportunities through the port of Durban.

The conference enjoyed high profile attendance from both government and the private sector, with MEC Zikalala joined by the DTI’s Chief Director for African Industrial Development Nigel Gwynne-Evans, Managing Director of Jonker Sailplanes Uys Jonker and representatives of manufacturing companies of all sizes.

Jonker spoke about the importance of the softer issues that build successful manufacturing operations. “Never forget the power of passion. The design work is preceded by passion and inspiration. You have to have

passion, focus and determination, or else there will be no “Without passion there’s no drive behind it. Money can’t create something.

Passion creates something, with money as the vehicle,” Gwynne-Evans highlighted the current work and incentives of the DTI. “We need to grow the productive sectors of the manufacturing sectors, support the diversification of the economy, break the domestic economy’s dependence on imports and follow a less-intensive carbon growth path,” he said.

He further encouraged KwaZulu-Natal manufacturers to work together. “At a provincial level, it’s critical to work in associations, in clusters. It’s fundamental that you work as groups, if not, government gets bombarded by all the requests. The more organized you are, the better for everyone.”

Despite tough economic times and global volatility and the slump in demand for commodities, several good news stories were shared.

“As the DTI, in 2016 we have launched R7 billion in new investments. There are a lot of positive investments. None of these are quick fixes, but it will take a sustained collaborative effort over a long period of time,” said Enquiry no: 3 Gwynne-Evans.

North Coast power station part of national grid continued from page one Fata S.p.A.

commissioning of the Dedisa plant, the fact that Dedisa was located in the Zone 13 of the Coega Development Corporation (CDC) Industrial Development Zone (IDZ) and close to a port had worked in the developers’ favour.

Effective project stakeholder management, a holistic approach to labour project management, and partnership with engineering resources in a partnership with the Aurecon Group and Jones & Wagner had also contributed to the successful outcome, Enquiry no: 4 he said.

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Durban businessman is among 15 finalists in the prestigeous national 2016 Entrepreneur of the Year competition.

Barry Gould (pictured) was the the sole entrant to make it through from KwaZulu-Natal in the fiercely competitive contest sponsored by Sanlam and Business Partners.

Gould’s company, Capco, is a stockist and manufacturer of ceiling and partition systems and components, founded in 1989.

Contest judges were imprerssed by how over time, Capco had developed a reputation for innovative design, creating a unique niche in the market.

“Having made it through the 2008/2009 recession without a bump, the business believes that it is largely unaffected by economic slowdowns and is confident that the future outlook for Capco remains positive,” a statement from the contest orgainsers said.

According to competition spokesperson Gugu Mjadu there was a steep increase in the number of entries received this year in comparison to the 2015 competition.

“The large number of entries has certainly raised the overall standard of the competition and is testament to the thriving level of entrepreneurial talent and success present in the country,” she said.

“We are delighted at the consistent growth in the number of entries from female entrepreneurs which reached a new high growing to more than 38% of the total participant pool, up from 29% of entries in 2015.”

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uring the month of August we commemorated one of the most important anniversaries in the history of South Africa, National Women’s Day. As a country, we commemorated the powerful stance women took towards the governance of the land.

The unprecedented peaceful demonstration by over 20 000 South African women, led by Lilian Ngoyi, Helen Joseph, Albertina Sisulu and Sophia Williams-De Bruyn and others, who marched to the Union Buildings on 9 August 1956 in protest against the extension of Pass Laws on women, signified the commencement of women liberation.

Sixty years on, Women’s Day no longer only pays homage to the women who fought tirelessly against the oppression of the apartheid government, but also recognises the contemporary inequalities women

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You empower a woman, you enrich the nation face and overcome on a daily bases.

South Africa has committed itself to the advancement of women at all levels of our society. But there is still a long way to go. While we have had successes, there is a great deal that we must still accomplish to overcome poverty and underdevelopment and to ensure that there is a sustained progress in improving the quality of life of the women especially in rural and disadvantaged areas.

We cannot say we are making progress as a people and a nation, unless the women of our country have shelters over their heads, adequate food to feed themselves and their families, and access to health care, clean water and electricity.

We cannot say we are moving forward towards the attainment of complete liberation from the legacy of the past unless the women of our country live without fear in their

houses and can walk freely through the streets and villages of our land.

We cannot attain the goal of a better life for all unless the women of our country receive the necessary education and training that will enable them to reach their full potential.

We recognise that in our communities, it is the women who sustain life, who care for children and elders, and who do so against all odds and with little resources, support and infrastructure.

Investment in economic and social infrastructure and human resource development, the further training of women in science and technology, must ensure that women play a more important role in the economy of the country.

During Women’s Month, RBIDZ acknowledges that great strides have been made since the dawn of democracy in 1994 to eradicate

gender inequality in South Africa. A significant number of women in leadership positions are now evident.

In the corporate world, women currently hold 3.6% of CEO positions, 5.5% of chair positions, 17.1% of directorship and 21.4% of executive management positions.

In that vein, RBIDZ has been doing its fair share to empower women 44% of the Board of Directors are women and 40% of the Executive Management comprises women.

Women have penetrated the glass ceiling and have transformed the once male-dominated sectors and industries such as engineering, mining and politics.

RBIDZ commends institutions that aim to empower women in these various trades such as WIEBE (Women in Engineering and the Built Environment), SAWEN (South African Women Entrepreneurs'

Network) as well as WIMSA (Women in Mining South Africa) to name a few.

RBIDZ continues to be an active agent of gender equality and women empowerment. In the 2015/2016 RBIDZ financial year, 38% of procurement tenders were awarded to black women owned (BWO) enterprises whilst a further 46% were awarded to black owned (BO) enterprises and 4.2% were awarded to black youth owned (BYO) enterprises.

“The strength of a woman is not measured by the impact that all her hardships in life have had on her; but the strength of a woman is measured by the extent of her refusal to allow those hardships to dictate her and who she becomes.” These profound words by C Joybell personify the resilience of women.

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he Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone (RBIDZ) has unveiled promising investment and job-creating capacities with the launch of two major projects.

At a double ceremony to mark Richards Bay Innovation Day recently, Sihle Zikalala, the MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs opened the Richards Bay IDZ Phase 1A Customs Control Gate Complex followed by a sodturning event for the TechnoHub led by the MEC for Finance, Belinda Scott.

The RBIDZ is tailored for manufacturing of goods and production of services to boost beneficiation, investment, economic growth and the development of skills and employment.

The IDZ aims to encourage international competitiveness through tax and duty-free incentives, as well as world-class infrastructure.

The R16-million Gate Complex in Phase 1A signals the readiness of the RBIDZ to attract even more investors to the zone, which will be a Customs Controlled Area (CCA)with dedicated RBIDZ Staff to provide support for access control and customs control requirements.’

The Gate Complex, which has been built by a local construction company, will provide office accommodation for the CCA officer, property officer, SARS officials as and when required, security control, visitor’s reception desk and a small conference room for up to 12 people.

“This is a significant and well-

timed achievement for the RBIDZ as the first exporting tenant in the IDZ is set to start operating in September this year”, said MEC Zikalala.

“The Techno Hub concept provides a platform for creative innovation that will allow small, micro, medium and large business to develop together so that the individuals from within these entities will initiate opportunities for future development and expansion of their industries’.

MEC Scott expressed the excitement of seeing uMfolozi TVET College and Mangosuthu University of Technology interest, and that they are keen partners in aligning their programmes with the Techno Parks to focus on the skills development and research into maritime and renewable energy respectively.

“Correspondingly, we look forward to their tenancy in the Richards Bay Techno Park where they will spearhead leading research in ICT, Renewable Energy and Marine Engineering”, said Scott.

RBIDZ CEO Pumi Motsoahae said he was thrilled that Richards Bay was chosen to host one of KZN’s four Techno Parks that will support innovation and enterprise development.

The Techno Park is expected to draw high-tech entrepreneurs, private businesses, academic institutions, researchers, and investors interested in providing concepts through innovation in order to create platforms for commercialisation of technology and innovation-based businesses.

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At the handover to eThekwini Muncipality's Durban Solid Waste department are from left, John Parkin, Pops Peakhu, Victor Mkhize, Lezi Ngqulunga and Danny Ramlahl, all Durban Solid Waste with Garin Denysschen and Shaun Palm, both from Kärcher. The MC50 Vacuum Sweeper in action.

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he Durban Solid Waste depot in Electron Road in Durban, was recently the venue for the official hand over of the first of a number of ‘first in South Africa’ municipal vacuum sweepers which have been ordered from Kärcher South Africa by the municipality, as part of a project to make keeping Durban beautiful both quicker and easier.

The handover, which also included hands on training session, was the culmination of a public tender process by Ethekwini Municipality which resulted in Kärcher being awarded the contract ahead of many other major players in the local cleaning equipment industry.

Kärcher has been a supplier to Durban Solid Waste for a number of years and has cemented the relationship due to its dependable and reliable track record over this period.

The Kärcher range of municipal vacuum sweepers is produced solely in Germany and comes in two models, namely the MC 50 and the MC 130. Durban Solid Waste opted to order 3 units of the MC 50 model which were delivered in June 2016.

The MC 50 is both very narrow and com-

pact. It is ideal for cleaning pavements and reaching places that bigger machines cannot reach. The size also allows for turning in tight spaces.

It is powered by a four stroke diesel Yanmar engine and generates 19.2kw or 26 horse power. It can reach a maximum speed of 20km/h and tackle up to a 25% gradient. The dimensions are 2.960mm x 1.090mm x 1.970 mm. It has a deposit capacity of 500 l and its working width is between 900 – 1 400 mm.

With the addition of a 3rd side brush, this can be increased to 2 000mm.

The sweeper can clean an area of 14 000m² per hour.

A floating roller sweeping system with relief and hydraulic floating position ensures constant contact pressure and therefore an optimal sweeping level on uneven surfaces. A bumper at the front and side provides added safety.

The bulk waste flap opens automatically for larger objects such as bottles or larger quantities of light waste such as leaves or packaging and then closes again as quickly as possible, allowing for perfect suction results without any

residue being left behind in the sweep.

The straight suction channel minimises the risk of blockages. For direct access and fast cleaning, the suction pipe between the suction mouth and waste container can be removed with two handles with no need for extra tools.

This makes for easy blockage clearing and cleaning to happen on site immediately and with no added downtime.

The innovative suction system of the MC 50 was developed by computational flow dynamic simulations, with the resulting reduction in noise, reduced consumption, reduced emissions and reduced wear and tear. The robust and corrosion-free waste container with a 500l capacity allows for a fill level up to 100% and is easy to empty.

In addition, the cab has been designed for optimal operator space and comfort and offers space for up to two people. It offers an unrestricted 360 degree all round view with reverse camera, permanent hydraulic all-wheel drive and a braked hydraulic machine drive plus an air conditioned cab.

The sweeper is fitted with additional implements such as a built in high pressure cleaner

for cleaning of areas with stubborn dirt. It has an external vacuum hose for vacuuming of hard to reach areas and corners. The sweeper is also fitted with a fine spray dust suppression system.

This sweeper has been developed in close co-operation with customers around the world.

This new sweeper is truly a machine for all year round use and not only is it reliable, it is Kärcher reliable. The robustness matches up to the high standards applied to any other equipment supplied by the company and the innovative technology is unsurpassed in the industry.

The highly professional mechanical cleaning sweeping system was developed, among other things, using CFD air flow analyses and Virtual Reality, both of which are essential technology in developing products of the future.

These sweepers are so reliable they were used in London during the 2012 Olympics to keep the city clean.

Kärcher has also been named the official supplier of cleaning equipment to the Rio Olympics 2016 where a number of these units were seen on a daily basis cleaning the city.

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hostbusters and Kärcher of course!

There’s something strange in our neighbourhood’s, the iconic Ghostbusters ‘No Ghost’ logo has been spotted around Johannesburg and Durban thanks to a rather unique partnership between the new Ghostbusters movie and global cleaning company Kärcher, official promotional partner on the Ghostbusters movie.

To celebrate the release, Sony Pictures South Africa and Kärcher South Africa teamed up with Durban based company Dutch Ink to recreate the famous movie logo using reverse graffiti– a method of removing dirt from a surface with a high pressure cleaner to create an image – on manhole covers and sidewalks in both Durban and Johannesburg.

‘When it came to promoting Ghostbusters we wanted to do something really different, something that communicated the fun element of the

movie” says Charlie Frost from Coppermonkey Promotions, Sony South Africa’s Promotions Agency. “Not only was reverse graffiti a very different medium for us to advertise the movie with, but it also gave us a special way to highlight the partnership with Kärcher” Dutch Ink used the K5 Premium from Kärcher range of high-pressure cleaners to blast off the dirt and in its place leave the Ghostbusters movie logo.

“Dirtbusters, slimebusters and ghostbusters can tackle even the toughest jobs with Kärcher pressure washers” says Natalie Faulds, Marketing Manager for Kärcher. “The right machine makes cleaning considerably easier.

All technical features are adjusted in line with the cleaning application, and then linked to the right pressure washer class to make various cleaning tasks even easier and more efficient. Dirt is eliminated gently and thor-

oughly. Don’t be afraid of no dirt” As Bashan Govindarajulu, Marketing Manager for Sony Pictures SA states, “This synergy presents a fun way for us to extend on a promotion, taking it beyond the boundaries of cinema and actively using unique methods to positively affect our surroundings.

Ghostbusters as a movie gifts us a rare opportunity to collaborate with likeminded businesses and with the use of a truly iconic logo, we can showcase the film’s release in a manner that benefits the environment.”

As part of the campaign, Sony and Kärcher are encouraging the general public to take a selfie next to the graffiti and post it to social media for a chance to win Ghostbusters movie tickets and merchandise. The graffiti will appear at locations in Sandton and Rosebank in Johannesburg and around Musgrave and Gateway in Durban.

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30 years after the original Ghostbusters movie was released, the new film opened in cinemas nationwide on July 29 and stars an all-female team of Ghost-hunters headed up by the hilarious Kristen Wigg (Bridesmaids) and Melissa McCarthy (Spy). Following a paranormal invasion in Manhattan paranormal enthusiasts Erin Gilbert (Wigg) and Abby Yates (McCarthy), nuclear engineer Jillian Holtzmann (Kate McKinnon), and subway worker Patty Tolan (Leslie Jones) band together to stop the otherworldly threat.

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Durban, driven by Toyota’s new Hilux and Fortuner models. “AECOM provided all engineering services, as well as project cost control and project management, with our fully integrated team,” Stuart Manzie, Associate, Building & Engineering, AECOM, said.

The press shop is the sheet metal shaping section of an automotive plant, which receives the sheet metal in coils. It is cut into plates of various sizes on the cutting line. These are given their final shape on presses by using different dies for each type of component, and also by means of different operations such as pulling, trimming and piercing.

The new line of presses will produce the external parts of the car body (body sides, bonnet, doors, etc.), as well as the chassis rails. The new press line consists of three new presses incorporated into an existing logistics bay. The largest of the three presses has a pressing capacity of 2 300 t, which makes it the largest press in the Southern Hemisphere.

The incorporation of the presses required the construction of new press pits for the presses, and a new scrap tunnel to house new scrap conveyors.

The press shop’s die storage area was also increased to accommodate the new dies.

The new die storage area has a load capacity of 10 t/m², incorporating a 500-mm-thick suspended ground floor slab supported on driven cast

Aerial view of Toyota's Prospecton plant in-situ (DCI) piles. This also tied into four of the existing press shop bays.

It included an extension to the crane runways for 40 t cranes.

The construction of the press pits and scrap tunnel required a 16 m wide by 7 m deep excavation, all within the existing building. Due to poor ground conditions and high static and dynamic loading, the pits were founded on precast piles driven down to bedrock at a depth of 40 m.

Height constraints within the building led to the piles being installed from a modified Casagrande piling rig from the bottom of the excavation. The perimeter of the excavation was shored with a contiguous piled wall using Continuous Flight Auger

(CFA) piles and soil nails.

A high ground-water table meant that the bottom of the excavation was about 5 m below the water table.

Dewatering wells were installed and used to keep the excavation dry. High vibration during precast pile driving and soil settlement during dewatering necessitated risk assessments to mitigate associated risks to the sensitive adjacent crane supporting structures.

Weekly surveys were undertaken on building columns and floor slabs to identify any settlement that may have taken place. Vibrations caused by piling were also monitored to ensure that the specified limits were adhered to.

Enquiry no: 7

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urning a passion into a money-making venture isn’t as simple as registering it as a business. This is something that the owner of Lighthouse Engineering, Moses Shezi, knows all too well.

Shezi, who has always had an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for business, started an engineering corporation in 2013 with a couple of contracts lined up.

His business, which provides the engineering industry with audits, refurbishments, modernisation, upgrades and life extensions, got off to a good start but things didn’t pan out as he’d initially hoped.

Soon after launch, his initial contracts came to an end, and Shezi found that he was struggling to bring in new business because he lacked the business knowledge and know-how.

He was at a dead end and at this point in April 2015, he made the decision to join an Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) programme sponsored by South32, a global metals and mining company with an interest in empowering its surrounding communities.

After seeing a billboard advertising the programme, Shezi decided to go to the company’s ESD Centre at Hillside Aluminium in Richards Bay.

“It was a big decision to join the South32 programme because it’s never easy to admit that your efforts are starting to fall short when you start a business you’re passionate about. Passion has always been a huge part of what drives me, but I quickly realised it took more than that to make a success of my dreams,” Shezi said.

“Above all else, I lacked the confidence I needed to acquire new contracts and sustain existing relationships.

The personal development side of the programme helped me build my confidence so that I could be in a better space to strategise. My communication skills and assertiveness have been the areas that I have seen most growth in since I joined the programme.”

The business growth programme also helped him put together a solid business strategy that allowed him to make sale, and nurture his customer base into the long term.

“Most of us have limited knowledge and basic work experience when we start out, and need help when it comes time to convert our business plan from what’s written on paper into a reality.”

In the last year, Shezi and his team, which has grown from just one employee to eight, have managed to secure their biggest contracts to date and their clients include heavweights like Richards Bay Coal Terminal and uMkhanyakude Water Projects. Even more impressive, Lighthouse Engineering now boasts a turnover growth rate of 1 172%.

“I never realised how important it was to have a support system when entering the cut-throat world of start-ups. The guidance I have received so far has helped me set up the fundamental principles to run a successful business.

“With us securing our biggest contracts, there is a lot of growth to look forward to in the near future. I am confident that the team and I now have the processes and strategies in place to grow the business I have always dreamed of,” Shezi said.

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PUMPS, VALVES , PIPES & FITTINGS Hatching a plan for better pipeline assessment and water-supply risk control

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he Water Business Unit of Hatch has identified two significant technologies that it believes will deliver significant benefits to its clients, namely pipeline condition assessment and rehabilitation and water supply risk assessment and mitigation.

The latter, it says, is particularly relevant for its clients in KwaZulu-Natal.

Hatch supplies process and business consulting, information technology, engineering, procurement and project and construction management and operational services to the mining, metallurgical, energy and infrastructure industries.

Andrew Officer, the company’s Regional Director said one of its key differentiators has been its multidisciplinary approach or capability on projects.

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“We are able to undertake all aspects of bulk water infrastructure projects, right from the process side through to structural, electrical, systems and process control.

That appeals to clients. The one-stop shop capability give you a far more cohesive and coordinated approach to projects.

“Secondly, we are able to combine significant engineering design capabilities with delivery capabilities. A lot of our competitors are good at the one or the other. I think that is a significant differentiator for us.”

Now, said Officer, the Water Business Unit has identified two new focus areas that will broaden its service offering and technological base. The first of these is pipeline condition assessment and rehabilitation.

“We have seen or been involved in a number of opportunities recently where we

have been able to build up this expertise and gain a significant knowledge of the market and associated pipelining and coating system rehabilitation technologies.

“A lot of our clients are facing assets that are deteriorating and hence facing reduced life expectancies. Being able to refurbish these assets allows one to extend your capital expenditure programme.”

The second emerging area, which is coming into its own in KwaZulu-Natal, is water-supply risk assessment and mitigation.

“We are seeing that as a potential growth area where one is able to analyse real risk of bulk water supplies to clients and help them mitigate these risks. That goes hand in hand with energy reduction,” Officer said.

Enquiry no: 9

Strict global chemical industry standards prompt renewed local focus on quality pumps

ocal manufacturers within the chemical and petro-chemical industry are shifting towards high-technology pumps that meet the highest specifications in order to remain abreast of ever stricter international standards.

That’s according to Kenneth McGeehan, KSB Pumps and Valves Projects Department, who says there is also a strong requirement to meet local content policies for almost all current major projects and those

being planned for the future.

“This puts us in a unique position as a global technology leader in the pump industry with our own internationally accredited manufacturing plant right here in South Africa,” McGeehan said.

“That means that local users get the best of both worlds with the latest technology pumps developed on the global stage and manufactured locally.

“A good example is our stand-

ard RPH and the RPHmdp process pumps which are well proven in the market and undergo regular development and constant improvement to ensure they are at the leading edge of performance and efficiency.”

The company supplies many of the largest chemical manufacturers in the country.

He said the pumps can be configured for any API material where

pressure and temperature are a key influencer in the pumps’ manufacture. As a result, they can handle varying pressures and temperatures on chemical and petrochemical applications.

“Also, with the need for cleaner fuels and advanced chemicals there is a need for super efficiency and reliability in order to support uninterrupted man-

ufacturing outputs. As a supplier of advanced, quality pumps our sales are buoyant as a result of the market’s return to quality brands.

“Our local presence also means that we are fully committed to the local chemical and petrochemical industries and are easy to do business with, have shorter lead times and buyers get the benefit of authorised and accredited service and repair facilities in South Africa,” Enquiry no: 10 McGeehan said.

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Cost-efficient tube fabrication using lasers

irst Cut, distributors of cutting consumables and capital equipment to the South African market, wants to introduce the benefits of innovative fibre laser technology and 3D laser cutting machines to the local tube industry.

“As one of our key international principals, we are excited to have already introduced the wide-ranging advantages of BLM’s fibre laser cutting machines to a number of our customers in the steel industry,” said Andrew Poole, Managing Director at First Cut, referring to the BLM LT8.10 ‘laser tube’ machine.

The BLM Group, is an Italy-based leader in tube cutting and bending technologies.

“The machines provide a highly versatile cutting solution that is also

significantly faster, cheaper to run and more accurate than conventional processing,” said Poole.

The fibre laser source in the BLM range of machines enables the user to cut tubes of any material type (including copper, brass, aluminium, stainless steel, zinc-coated steel, mild steel) from 12mm to 240mm in diameter. It also processes any conceivable shape of tube, as well as open profiles, with ease.

“BLM fibre laser machines can cut to length, drill any size hole or cut any shape geometry - all in a single machine,” says Neil Labuschagne, Technical Sales - Tube Division at First Cut. “Essentially they perform the same function as traditional tube processors, minus all the cumbersome

steps, material handling between operations and additional labour.

“The fibre laser tube cutter’s ability to cut a wide variety of material types and thicknesses makes it a universal tool. Hard tooling is eliminated and replaced by a flexible beam. The end result is maximised production time with minimum waste.”

The 3D cutting functionality of the BLM LT range of fibre laser machines adds to the flexibility of the system, facilitating the easy tilt cutting of thick-walled steel for chamfers and weld preparations and for producing interlocking joints on tubes and beams on steel structures.

The ‘laser tube’ family of machines from BLM are all fully CNC-operated and automated for multiple functions; while also enabling the quick

change-over between various functions and materials. Furthermore, importing of CAD drawings via BLM’s own software programme enables highly accurate and reliable production lines, with the added advantage of minimising waste.

With tubes an integral part of so

many industries and structures, fibre laser cutting machines have wide applicability, said Labuschagne.

“Tubes have particular relevance in the automotive components industry, but also in aeronautical, furniture, structural engineering and transport sectors – the options are endless.

With a company like BLM, which is intensely focused on ongoing research and development of fibre laser tube cutting, new technological parameters and design possibilities are being explored and developed all the time.”

Peace of mind for customers also comes in the form of after-sales service and support, thanks to First Cut’s localised industry knowledge and technical expertise.

Enquiry no: 11

Accessible LPG gas for rural market

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liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) pump manufacturer is in negotiations to distribute its portable LPG gas pumps, which feature Vesconite piston-rod bushings and composite piston discs, to rural areas in South Africa.

The filling pump has gone through rigorous testing by Gas Piping Services (GPS), a distributor of the pump.

Mevaco MD Max Viljoen’s company manufactures industrial as well as portable LPG pumps, the latter of which are primarily used for small volume cylinder filling and gas transfer at transfer sites.

“We intend to sell the portable pump together with a gas unit, scales and

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bottles through GPS into the growing small medium and micro enterprise LPG market,” said GPS director AJ de Wet. The hope is that the distribution arrangement will allow the company’s pumps to be more widely installed and potentially be found in rural hardware stores and gas distributors.

A successful implementation of the initiative would allow rural South Africans to access LPG easily to cook and heat households as well as use the fuel in commercial food production, agriculture and the production of ceramics, glass and metal work.

Viljoen said that the company uses Vesconite piston-rod bushings and

piston discs because of Ve s c o n i t e ’s high dimensional stability, ability to withstand temperature changes, flexibility and cost effectiveness.

Mevaco’s portable LPG pumps are suited to remote, low volume or mobile sites. They provide the operator with a high-quality pump with low longterm running costs.

Enquiry no: 12

High-quality angle seat globe valves

alve solutions must satisfy strict demands when used in complex pure steam systems, such as those in the foodstuff or pharmaceutical industries. The GEMÜ 505 and GEMÜ 555 pure steam valves are manufactured from high-quality materials, enable optimal processing of the individual materials and offer numerous advantages in terms of both function and servicing.

In the foodstuff industry in particular, but also in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, products must sometimes be manufactured aseptically. As a result, stringent requirements

are placed on the purity of the working media used during manufacturing and even the steam used. If steam comes into contact with surfaces or directly with liquid or gaseous products during aseptic production, this contact must satisfy the purity requirements of the products.

The solution is found in complex pure steam systems at product requirement level.

The valve solutions used here must therefore satisfy very strict demands. GEMÜ is able to meet these requirements with the aseptic GEMÜ 505

and GEMÜ 555 globe valves.

The pneumatic (GEMÜ 555) and handoperated (GEMÜ 505) angle seat globe valves have been specially developed for isolating pure steam in close collaboration with well-known customers from the pharmaceutical industry and provide a genuine alternative to the valve types which are usually used.

They require significantly less maintenance than diaphragm valves, for example, and are easier to clean than ball valves. The globe valves are available in nominal sizes DN8 to DN80.

Thanks to the metal bellows and selected seal materials, the temperature of the medium can range from -10 to +180 ºC. The butt weld spigot connections are designed and available in accordance with common standards such as ASME BPE, DIN 11866 or DIN EN ISO 1127.

All media-wetted parts are manufactured from high-quality stainless steel (316L) in order to meet the stringent requirements placed on the quality of the components used in the systems.

The valve body is mechanically polished with high precision on the inside and electropolished on the outside. With this surface finish, they are able to produce Ra values of down to 0.4 µm but to even reliably reproduce them. Particular importance was also given to the seal materials, which also satisfy the stringent requirements of the FDA. The seals were tested according to USP Enquiry no: 13 Class VI at 121°C.

New valve design for chlorine applications

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Z-Armaturen South Africa (Pty) Ltd has announced their new plug valve design which has been developed and tested for chlorine applications.

This new plug valve design is specifically for more advanced chlorine services – especially liquid chlorine. The design offers a higher security feature with regards to the tight ness to atmosphere; offers compensation of temperature fluctuations and has a new and improved packing system with an additional Viton O-ring.

Internal components are made from Monel and Hastelloy and the design offers an Enquiry no: 14 improved plug design.

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No pipe dream: Commitment to quality key to Pinetown piping company’s success

Decoma's Pranesh Kowlassur and Clover SA's Mechanical Engineer, Bon Lehmkuhl after the successful completion of the cream upgrade project at the Pinetown plant.

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ecoma Services, a Durbanbased piping fabricator and installer recently celebrated the successful completion of its involvement in Clover SA's cream upgrade projects.

Since Decoma was founded in March 1998, it has positioned itself as a turnkey solutions provider for piping systems with an emphasis on stain-

less steel.

It focuses on the supply, fabrication and installation of stainless steel piping for various industries requiring specialised hygienic welding, including dairy, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, personal healthcare, alcohol, and chemical.

Decoma, a Level 1 B-BBEE company, has also worked extensively

in diverse industries which include petrochemical, pulp and paper, water reticulation, ammonia, glycol, hot oil and compressed air, and textiles" Artisans are trained on special requirements of a specific industry and the work is monitored to ensure conformity with applicable codes. Welders are coded and tested in terms of the 'Code of Manufacture'.

According to the company, quality assurance aspects are strictly controlled to ensure traceability in all aspects of the job, with project tracking and efficiency checks to ensure all milestones are reached.

This, it says, has earned it a reputation for quick turn-around time on call outs and shut downs" Its workshop at the Mariann Industrial Estate, Pinetown, has a floor space of 500m² with parking for 15 vehicles. The company currently has resources for 20 teams.

Decoma Services achieved ISO 9001: 2000 certification in September 2OO2 and the ISO 14001:2000 and OHSAS 18001: 1999 in July 2005.

The most recent external audits were carried out in April 2016 and the company was found to be compliant with the current applicable versions.

The company has been, a member of SAIW (Southern African Institute

of Welding) since February 2012 and is in the process of initiating ISO 3834 Part 2 in preparation for certification.

It has been a member of SASSDA (Southern African Stainless Steel Development Association) since February 2004 and has been operating ethically in terms of 'The Code of Conduct'.

Safety is a key focus, with no injury loss time having been recorded in the past five years, thanks largely to the efforts of

the company's SHE department which ensures that work is performed strictly to the required Safety, Health and Environmental standards.

According to the company, it has always been passionate about quality and believes that this has been the cornerstone of its growth and success. Continuous assessments, inductions, and training ensure consistency with its SHEQ Integrated Management System.

Enquiry no: 15

Taking on the challenge of chunky sludge

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ludge and slurries containing large abrasive solids and fibrous materials can be a tough challenge for light, medium and heavy service industries alike.

Becker Mining South Africa’s PVS range of vortex pumps has been specifically designed to take on that challenge.

The PVS (pumpmor vertical spindle) range, which can handle solids to 72 mm (3 inches) and S.G’s (specific gravities) to 1,5, achieves up to 87 m heads at speeds of 2 950 rpm.

These units are available in two and threeinch models, with a 0,7 m spindle length and single motor drive.

“The most important feature of these vertical pumps is the recessed, non-clog impeller design that prevents binding and clogging problems,” said the company’s Theo Cambanis.

“Since the impeller is clear of the pump casing, any solids and fibrous materials that enter the suction inlet will be expelled through the pump discharge, without damaging the impeller.”

Another advantage of Becker’s pumps design is that spares are completely interchangeable, Cambanis said.

“This reduces inventory management costs and simplifies on-site repairs. Because all components are locally manufactured, these pumps are readily available and a large stock holding of spares and raw materials ensures swift delivery throughout the country.”

The PVS series, with a robust one-piece casing, has been designed to efficiently cope with all types of solids and fibrous materials.

A locknut that fastens the impeller to the shaft

prevents the impeller from turning off if the motor is started in the wrong rotation direction.

These pumps have a sleeve stuffing box clearance that minimises blow-back of materials being pumped around the shaft sleeve, without requiring sealing contact.

A high strength pipe column maintains alignment between the bearing frame and its casing. There are no submerged bearings on the cantilevered shaft.

Bearings have been selected for a minimum service life of 24 000 hours when operating at any point on the

hydraulic coverage curve with 1,0 S.G. Grease lubrication is standard.

The pumps have a heavy-duty construction, with chrome iron CR28% material, which has been hardened to withstand abrasive materials and for increased service life.

When in its annealed state, it is 280-400 BHN, after undergoing heat treatment, it is 650-700 BHN. Other materials include cast iron and SS316.

Becker Mining South Africa employs a fully integrated ISO quality management system as part of a dedicated design, manufacturing, testing and repair facility. The company is also able to adjust its extensive range of pumps to suit specific needs.

Enquiry no: 16

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Tackling the scourge of slurry R

apid sediment build-up in acid ponds can have dire results for mines as the reservoirs gradually lose their ability to store solution, impacting on both upstream and downstream processes.

This is exactly what happened at a copper mine in the DRC when two of its acid ponds silted up completely, resulting in no solution capacity whatsoever. Previous attempts at solving the issue were not successful due to the abrasive nature of the silt and solution that needed to be removed from the ponds.

Focused on providing effective pumping and hydro mining solutions in challenging environments, Integrated Pump Rental was able to apply its latest technology and resolve the issue for the mine.

Lee Vine, managing director of Integrated Pump Rental, said that the company’s SlurryBlaster hydro mining equipment solution was deemed the most appropriate for this harsh application.

This locally developed and manufactured equipment offers optimum performance coupled with reliability, and this, according to Vine, was exactly what was required to hydro mine the slime out of the ponds.

“Not all applications are Integrated Pump Rental’s Slurry Blaster hydro mining the same and for this reason, and after assessing the spe- equipment solution was deemed the most appropriate for this harsh application cific requirements on site, we custom built a SlurryBlaster

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It contains the most current tank shapes. The program covers the most common tank shapes, but also enables any shape by entering the parameters into a specified table.

An accuracy of the system of up to 2 mbar (corresponding to a 2 cm water column) is achieved using a computerised calibration and compensation procedure for the pressure sensors.

LEO 5 CA makes it possible to connect various pressure probe transmitter versions with thread, front-flush with flange, or submersible sensors.

Enquiry no: 18

Better machine troubleshooting

omtest Distribution, an accredited southern African partner to Fluke, a global leader in handheld electronic test and measurement equipment, has introduced a unique vibration tester.

According to Comtest, the Fluke 810 is the most advanced troubleshooting instrument available for vibration, enabling maintenance

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material at 80 litres per second with a concentration by volume of 70%.

It took a month to clean each dam.

Integrated Pump Rental has an existing footprint of local partners in Africa and this ensures that the teams operating the equipment are familiar with local conditions.

In addition to the SlurryBlaster hydro mining solutions, Integrated Pump Rental operates an extensive pump rental fleet which includes Grindex submersible drainage and dewatering pumps, diesel driven pumps and accessories.

Value-added-services such as dam cleaning and pontoons, pump flotation modules and pipe floats are available. All products used by Integrated Pump Rental are ISO Enquiry no: 17 9001 certified.

Displaying contents in ventilated/pressurised tanks

eller, leading manufacturer of measuring technology such as isolated pressure transducers and transmitters - represented in southern Africa by Instrotech – now offers the LEO 5 CA that features a user-friendly way to represent the pressure measurement at the bottom of a tank as the quantity of remaining liquid.

At the push of a button, the microcontroller performs the calculations using the information of the tank shape and dimensions and displays the remaining tank content quantity on the clearly legible 5-digit LED display in the desired unit (litres, gallons etc.).

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All stainless steel components, including pumps, were used for the pontoon mounted SlurryBlaster. The system comprises a 90 kW feed pump with float, two 30 kW slurry pumps for the removal of the slurry, a 200 metre heavy duty hose and electric control panels for protection for the pumps .

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ness, misalignment and bearing failures in a wide variety of mechanical equipment, including motors, fans, blowers, belts and chain drives, gearboxes, coupling, pumps, compressors, closed coupled machines and spindles.

When it detects a fault, the Fluke 810 identifies the problem and rates its severity on a four-level scale to help the maintenance professional prioritize maintenance tasks. It also recommends repairs. Contextsensitive on-board help menus provide new users with real-time guidance and tips.

It uses a simple step-by-step process to report on machine faults the first time measurements are taken, without prior measurement history. The combination of plaintext diagnoses, severity ratings and repair recommendations helps users make better maintenance decisions and address critical problems first.

Typical vibration analyzers and software are intended for monitoring machine condition over the longer term, but require special training and investment that may not be possible in many companies. The Fluke 810 is designed specially for maintenance professionals who need to be troubleshoot mechanical problems and quickly understand the root cause of equipment condition.

Mechanical diagnosis with the Fluke 810 begins when the user places the Fluke triaxial TEDS accelerometer on the machine under test. The accelerometer has a magnetic mount and can also be installed by attaching a mounting pad using adhesive.

A quick-disconnect cable connects the accelerometer to the Fluke 810 test unit.

As the machine under test operates, the accelerometer detects its vibration along three planes of movement and transmits that information to the Fluke 810.

Using a set of advanced algorithms, the 810 Vibration Tester then provides a plain text diagnosis of the machine with a recommended solution.

Evaluating mechanical equipment typically requires comparing its condition over time to a previously established baseline condition. Vibration analyzers used in condition-based monitoring or predictive maintenance programs rely upon these baselines conditions to evaluate machine condition and estimate remaining operating life.

Enquiry no: 19

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R205-million upgrade for Phoenix bottling plant set to boost production C oca-Cola Bottling South Africa (CCBSA) is busy with a R205-million upgrade of its Phoenix Industrial Park plant which it says will significantly boost production capacity and speed up turnaround times.

The overhaul of the former ABI Bottling facility is centred around a major upgrade of one of the production lines and also entails an expansion of the on-site warehousing and truck staging. The aim is to position the company to take advantage of the increasing consumer demand for Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottled products.

Regional Public Affairs and Communications Manager Nosihle Mthethwa said the upgrade would transform the facility’s 1970s-era Line 3 into a state-of-the-art line, increasing the production capacity by 150% from the current 2 167 cases per hour to 5 500 cases per hour. This equates to an increase from 13 000 bottles per hour to 33 000 bottles per hour.

“The warehouse expansion will give us an additional 6000m² floor

Left: ABI's Regional PAC Manager, Nosihle Mthethwa and Project Engineer, Steve Cook. Right: Work on the expansion in full swing. space and create an additional three dock loading bays for our tail vehicles,” Mthethwa said.

Project Engineer Steve Cook said a major challenge had been to maintain the project’s tight deadlines without negatively impacting on existing operations, while at the same time ensuring adherence to stringent health and safety standards, not only among company staff, but also the

large numbers of outside contractors on site.

It’s a tricky juggling act, due to the complex nature of the project which entails utilities and civil engineering elements in addition to the line upgrade.

On the utilities side, the chilling system is being upgraded along with the production line, which has entailed the installation of a new

1600 KVA transformer.

Apart from construction of the new warehousing, other civils components include the creation of a truck stacking area on Aberdare Drive and the widening of the on-site truck lanes which has required the demolition of the old fire tanks and pump house and construction of new ones.

A new overnight staging area for trucks is being created nearby at

Hunslet Road, complete with a wash bay and driver facilities.

The Line 3 upgrade was due for completion at the end of August, with production capacity ramping up in stages over the coming weeks.

The entire project is scheduled to be complete by next May. Cook said speed wasn’t the only advantage of the new line. “It also gives us a lot more flexibility in terms of changing bottle sizes and flavours.

It means we’re much more responsive to just-in-time orders.”

Mthethwa said the upgrade would also help the plant maintain its reputation within the Coca-Cola global system for energy and resource efficiency. “We have done remarkable work in decreasing our water and electricity consumption over the years.

“The Phoenix plant has the best water ratio usage in the global CocaCola system of 1,13liters of water for every 1litre of product we produce.

The improvements will help us maintain and, hopefully, improve on that track record.”

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New agribusiness models going beyond rural industrialisation to socio-economic sustainability

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griculture’s role in creating and maintaining socioeconomic prosperity is becoming progressively more critical as nations focus on issues such as food security.

So says Standard Bank Senior Manager: Secondary Agriculture, Bertie Hamman. “In addition, in emerging economies like South Africa, agriculture is the only sector capable of transforming remote rural communities by locating agribusinesses in those areas and, in the process, supporting the local farmers and developing local suppliers,” he said.

“In the past, agriculture played part of that role by default simply because it was usually a country’s largest employer and also because it provided essential products in the form of food. But farmers and agribusinesses rarely saw it as their direct responsibility to pro-actively put strategies in place to benefit the community or, indeed, the economy.

“Today, agriculture stakeholders are deliberately using business skills to convert the industry into a decisive vehicle for social transforma-

tion. In that context, GWK, a public farmer-owned company based in the Northern Cape, is an important example of the basic principles that best embed sustainability in agriculture and, therefore, the community.”

GWK, an agribusiness involved in grain products, specialist crops, and meat and auction services among others, opened its GWK Farm Foods factory in Modder River in April.

The R400-million wheat mill, pasta plant, and biscuit factory uses wheat sourced locally to create bread and cake flours and other products marketed under the new Nature’s Farms brand.

The wheat is recognised internationally as being of unusually high quality, having 9% more protein than the imported products from which South African wheat-based foods are typically manufactured. South Africa imports some 70% of its wheat.

“Obviously, the factory represents a major commitment to local farmers,” Hamman says. “More than that, it represents a vote of confidence in the rural community from which the factory draws its 100 employees and its services suppliers. The collabora-

tion of the local authority in making an empowering facility such as the GWK Farm Foods factory possible in a location so far from major commercial centres is also a crucial factor.

“The factory therefore epitomises the inclusive approach to agriculture that we always advocate and support.”

The GWK Farm Foods facility was planned from the ground up with sustainability and environmental custodianship in mind. “Energy efficiency was a planning priority,” says Eddie Ueckermann, GWK Farm Foods executive manager. “For example, we used white roofs for temperature management and skylights for natural light. The flow of products in the wheat mill is gravitational, all our electrical motors are the most energy efficient available, and all electrical lights are LED and connected to motion sensors. Collectively, these technologies and approaches reduce the factory’s energy consumption by up to 25%.

The water used in the plant is cleaner when released back into the environment than it was when it entered the factory. A quarry on the

site was modified into a dam for the irrigation of the gardens. Grey effluent and rain water, as well as treated sewerage water, are collected in the dam.

The factory boasts the most advanced Buhler mill from Switzerland, while the Pavan pasta and Lazer biscuit plant imported from Italy are two of the best in Africa.

Outside of the factory walls, GWK supports the farmers who supply it by advising on sustainable agriculture practices, including soil management and irrigation scheduling, that are focused on optimising the use of natural resources. This collaboration ensures that GWK gets

the best possible raw materials and that farmers have an assured offtake for their product.

“By innovating and exploiting intelligent technologies that reduce operating costs, minimise the factory’s impact on the environment, and make it highly efficient, GWK Farm Foods demonstrates that the business case for sustainability is very strong,” Hamman says. “By collaborating with its supplier farmers, GWK is assured of supply and quality and enables sustainability for its suppliers. The ripple effect of a sustainability focused approach is almost limitless.”

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New chillers aim to put the freeze on global warming

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arrier has introduced the latest generation of AquaForce chillers and heat pumps using HFO R-1234ze, a low Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerant from the Carrier PUREtec family of long-term refrigerant solutions.

Carrier, which operates in South Africa through the joint venture AHI Carrier, is a part of UTC Climate, Controls and Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp.

“AquaForce with HFO R-1234ze boasts an energy efficiency gain of 5% in both heating and cooling applications when compared to the traditional R-134a refrigerant, and reduces greenhouse gas footprint by up to 10%,” said Jaco Smal, commercial sales director, AHI Carrier.

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emissions and improve energy savings significantly. R-1234ze, a hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerant, has a GWP of less than 1, said Smal.

It serves as a replacement for the hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) R-134a, used previously for screw chillers and heat pumps.

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ZN-based company, Technical Finishes, was established three years ago, in June 2013 in Progress Road, New Germany. Since then the company has grown considerably and recently moved into new 1 000m² premises in Westmead.

The new facility is fitted out with a Poylscreed Quartz epoxy flooring system to give the required durability and chemical resistance of a quality which is an example to any chemical plant.

The facility includes an on-site storage facility and a fully equippedlaboratory.

The facility is colour coded to ensure optimum flow for the manufacturing process.

The company is currently involved in a number of prestigious projects, one of which is the new Julius Nyerere international airport in Tanzania. Technical Finishes has been contracted by – BAM- to supply polyscreed terrazzo epoxy

for a 9mm screed of 18 000 m². Phase 2 is currently being negotiated and will involve a further 14 000 m² in the new year. In addition to supplying the product for the project, the company has also been involved in training technicians in correct application processes.

The Polyscreed epoxy Terrazzo which is manufactured at the Pinetown plant offers excellent durability with

a life expectancy in the region of 20 years.

Technical Finishes currently employs approximately 17 people but is looking forward to growing to meet future demand. The company is focusing on attracting business in neighboring countries where multinational companies are investing in the food and beverage industry.

The company prides itself on keeping abreast of new technology and has installed a state-of-the-art laboratory at the new premises to ensure it keeps abreast of changes in this ever changing industry, keeping in mind environmentally friendly water borne technology. The laboratory is also compliant with EU regulation.

According to MD, Ian Harrison, “the group employs three qualified Bsc chemists to ensure the company stays ahead of competitor products”.

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Coding technology at fdt Africa 2016

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ith food & drink technology Africa (fdt) just around the corner, Pyrotec PackMark is gearing up to showcase a selection of coding and marking machines specifically engineered for the food and beverage industries.

A biennial trade fair being held at Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg on September 14 and 15, fdt focuses on technologies for safe, hygienic and resource-efficient production and packaging of foodstuffs, liquid food and beverages.

At fdt, visitors to Pyrotec PackMark’s stand will see the new SmartLase CO2 C350 laser coder that is fast (more than 100 000 products coded per hour), innovative (up to 99.9% availability ratio with easy integration), robust (extended coder lifetime by 30%), and customised (an array of industry-specific models available).

“With its patented SmartLase Code Technology embedded into all SmartLase models, customers value the single and universal fonts and algorithms capable of scribing impeccable lines, curves and points faster than ever before,” Pyrotec PackMark said in a statement.

Benefits include 30% greater print-

ing performance with output rate increases from 1 200 to 1 800 bottles/min for the beverage industry, and character printing capacity of one code increases from 30 to 120 characters for improved traceability and anti-diversion for the food sector.

Also on show, and known as the printer for the beverage industry, the 9450 S from Markem-Imaje guarantees that each product leaves the factory coded, and that each code is correct and perfectly legible until it is consumed.

With an IP56 rating as standard, the 9450 S is designed with no retention zones to meet the sector’s demanding hygiene standards, and withstand high-pressure water cleaning and

industrial detergents.

The company said operating costs of the 9450 S printer are up to 30% lower than other competitive models, and ink consumption has been decreased thanks to specific fonts and optimised sector-specific resolutions.

“Markem-Imaje’s commitment to deliver best in class efficiency is evident from its new 2200 Series – also being showcased at fdt – that builds on a proven concept of providing reliability, efficiency and ease of use,” Pyrotec PackMark said.

The 2200 Series takes print and apply to the next stage of evolution, giving customers a wide range of interchangeable applications, optimised operational intervention and unparalleled application rates. It also offers sought-after eco credentials, high-performance printing and traceability that – among other benefits – ensures that 100% of cases leave the factory with readable barcodes.

The Pyrotec PackMark team will be available at fdt to provide expert technical advice about the best printing, labelling, coding and software integration solutions for a wide range of businesses.

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Convenient decentral drive systems

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MG’s Danfoss range includes the VLT decentral drive FCD 302, designed for installations where multiple AC motors are spread around a facility. Typical applications include bottling, food preparation and packaging plants.

“In these applications, where cabling costs are excessive and control room space is limited, it makes sense to get the speed controller closer to the motors,” says David Dyce, BMG’s electronics manager. “Unlike some decen-

tral drive systems, the FCD 302 drive – which is a one box concept - can be mounted close to, or directly on the motors.

This system is designed to minimise design and installation costs, at the same time ensuring efficiency and total reliability of the drive system.

There is no need for field distribution or drop down boxes and no external 24 V DC supply

is required.

“Another advantage is any drive trip can be quickly and accurately isolated to a particular drive unit, which enables simple maintenance and increases uptime of the system.”

This new generation high performance decentral drive is available in two frame size dimensions to perfectly match the requirements of different production applications including dry areas, wash down installations and for hygienic environments.

This new system, which has an IP 66 enclosure (for dust ingress protection and a guard against high pressure water jets from any direction) meets stringent hygienic standards, including the new ‘European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group’ (EHEDG) regulations.

These new decentral drives are proving to be popular with OEMs – there are fewer boxes to be mounted in fewer positions, with less connections and terminations so that labour costs are significantly reduced. The OEM is able to deliver the whole conveying system ex-factory, pre-wired and pre-tested this reduces commissioning time after installation.

The advanced vector control of this system enables compatibility with permanent magnet motors and asynchronous motors, without the need for an encoder.

The FCD 302’s safety features include a standard safe stop functionality that prevents the drive from starting unintentionally.

Enquiry no: 25

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two-year, regional transport contract has been awarded to Imperial Logistics group company Tanker Services by South Africa’s fresh dairy market leader Danone.

The scope of this new contract encompasses the collection of fresh milk directly from dairy farms located in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, around the towns of Ladysmith, Winterton, Mooi River and Greytown, for delivery to Danone’s manufacturing facility in Boksburg, Gauteng.

Reflecting its commitment to partnering with its clients, and delivering customised supply chain solutions to drive their competitiveness, Imperial has invested in enhancements

and modifications to the 12-vehicle fleet that is servicing Danone.

Chief business development officer Cobus Rossouw (pictured) elaborates: “Some of the trailers have been converted to rigid drawbars, since these are more suited to the farms’ gravel roads, and the risk of getting stuck on muddy roads in wet weather is now greatly reduced.”

All tankers employed are insulated to keep the temperature stable, and Rossouw reveals that expanded driver training has also been implemented, to ensure that only perfectly fresh raw milk reaches Danone.

“Working with Danone, our drivers have

undergone extensive training in milk quality control, including being trained to competently perform the alizarol test on the milk at the farm, before it is loaded. This is a test in which the PH-indicator alizarine is used to determine the quality of raw milk, including whether it is sour or more than 48 hours old.”

Rossouw says that a significant feature of the company’s service to Danone is that it has already successfully reduced its new client’s transport costs by offering a bigger payload up to 36 000 litres.

Adding further value to the partnership, Imperial has created a web tracking portal for Danone, through which farmers, Danone and the transporter can track vehicles and deliveries.

“Farmers can be notified of when milk will be collected and Danone has full visibility of vehicles’ locations and delivery schedules,” he explains.

To ensure constant and efficient communication between Imperial and its client for the 365 days a year that its trucks are running, the company also has an office at Danone’s Boksburg operation.

Danone is the number one in the fresh dairy market in South Africa, with a 43% market share. Its brands include Nutriday, Ultra Mel, Yogi Sip, Inkomazi and Activia. The company transforms 5% of all milk produced in South Africa into 150 000 tons of fresh dairy products and desserts.

Enquiry no: 26

Being sensible with sensors in intralogistics

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here has been much debate in the field of intralogistics around whether classic high bay storage devices or self-driven shuttle systems are the future.

Gerry Bryant, managing director of Countapulse Controls, says that both technologies have their place and can coexist in the future.

Countapulse Controls is the official southern Africa distributor of the full range of Leuze sensors and has been servicing the African continent for more than 40 years. Among its product line-up are a number of sensing solutions.

The company also operates a technical advisory hotline which is available 24/7 to assist customer in the appropriate selection of sensors for given applications and to assist with further support.

Commenting on products used in the intralogistics fields, Bryant says that there are specific sensing solutions for different areas within a high bay storage facility and it is essential that end users understand the individual capabilities of these before making decisions.

Access guarding is an important area within intralogistics and the Leuze RSL 400 safety

laser scanner is capable of accomplishing two tasks simultaneously as this device has two autonomous protective functions.

This safety laser scan has a separate connection unit with integrated cable management, making for uncomplicated mounting.

Its large plain text display has an electronic spirit level enabling simple alignment, while its “Sensor Studio” software allows fast configuration with just five mouse clicks.

The robust sensor also allows integrated Ethernet interface for full network connectivity.

Efficient access guarding without muting sensors is easily done using Leuze MLC 530 safety light curtains. These sensors use the interruption of the protective field to enable material transport.

An important task in high bay storage areas is data transmission and the high performance Leuze DDL S 500 data transmission photoelectric sensor allows 100 Mbit/s real time transmission. This allows the reliable transfer of all types of data to and from the facility.

Bryant explains that optical data transceivers are most appropriate for any application where data needs to be transmitted without cables and importantly without interference.

The DDL S 500 enables contact free optical communication in applications where mechanical systems are pushed to their technical limitations. These devices offer additional functionality that simplifies operation, start up and diagnostics.

Other sensors that are popular in the field of intralogistics are retro-reflective photoelectric sensors. Sometimes known as diffuse sensors, these devices perform detection tasks with light in a wide range of forms and are suited to all conceivable shuttle applications.

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Lubrication management – a strategy rather than a practice

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ubrication management can make or break asset performance, so getting it right is crucial for asset reliability and getting it wrong can be a costly mistake. That’s the warning from SKF Lubrication solutions and dealer manager, Jan Backer.

He cites a food and beverage industry estimation that states that 15-25% of maintenance budget is lost due to poor lubrication management.

Ever tightening industry regulations to ensure food safety are placing demands on companies to explore alternate methods to manage lubrication.

Companies are also pressured to set targets for environmental responsibility and sustainability, factors both of which can be impacted by the way lubrication and re-lubrication is executed.

Backer recommends managing lubrication as a strategy instead of as a practice. “Good lubrication practices are widely accepted as fundamental to plant reliability.

“But it is less about re-lubricating and more about the choices made to achieve the right outcome. It is impor-

tant to note that not all lubrication practices are effective and costs can be daunting.”

Effective manual lubrication requires knowledge about how much, with what and how often. Re-lubricating exactly the right amount, at the right time, using the correct lubricant is an applied science.

The consequences of ineffective lubrication, which includes both underor over-lubrication, can be excessive downtime, high spares consumption, food and operator safety risks and ultimately an expensive toll on the maintenance budget.

In other words, lubrication actions can often cause as many problems as they solve. For example, over-lubrication can compromise food safety and re-lubricating in hazardous working areas with difficult access can compromise worker safety.

It is common practice to re-lubricate

bearings after each wash-down, a process during which excess grease is discharged (purged) past the bearing seals.

Apart from compromising food and people safety as well as asset reliability, the next wash down cycle washes the grease away and into the plant’s waste water which has a negative environmental impact, says Backer.

He recommends working with a partner which has access to dedicated technologies available to support management of the lubrication of food and beverage processing machinery, including re-lubrication-free bearings, advanced sealing systems and automated lubrication solutions as well as customized training programs.

“We have always done it this way,” can be seven very expensive words in business, warns Backer.

SKF is a leading global supplier of bearings, seals, mechatronics, lubrication systems, and services.

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Integrated food and beverage solutions

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egrand’s integrated solutions for the food and beverage sector ensure reduced energy consumption, greater control over operating costs and adherence to stringent quality, hygiene and safety requirements in food production.

“Energy, safety and hygiene issues are critical in any food and beverage manufacturing plant. In most processing sites, electrical energy makes up about 30% of the energy used and Legrand works closely with manufacturers to improve performance, at the same time reducing their environmental footprint,” explains Johan Bosch, General Manager, Legrand SA. “The modular design of Legrand systems, which enables easy installation, adaptability and reconfiguration, suits the demands of food processing plants that require frequent updates on production lines. This

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range meets stringent global standards for quality and safety and has also been subjected to Legrand’s hygiene test protocols especially for the food processing industry - cleanability and resistance to cleaning products.”

The technical room, which has to distribute and protect the entire electrical infrastructure of a food processing concern, is a strategic area of the plant. Legrand’s systems offer 24-hour operation of production units, manage oper-

ating costs and ensure safety of the installation.

Key systems include cast resin transformers, which reduce electricity consumption by up to 20% during off-peak activity phases in food and beverage production and busbar trunking for the distribution of high currents up to 6 300 A. DMX³ air circuit breakers, DPX³ MCCBs, supply inverters, isolating switches and XL³ distribution enclosures offer reliable protection and effective service continuity, which is essential in food production.

Efficient energy distribution in processing areas is enhanced with the installation of quality systems designed specially for manufacturing environments that require compliance with hygiene standards. Cable routing for low and high current applications must ensure safety, even in the event of a fire.

Other important components include industrial enclosures, process equipment protection, power supplies and control and signalling units, as well as lighting busbars.

Weatherproof IP 67 emergency lighting units, which are suitable for use in damp areas, are fitted with low consumption LEDs and can be remotely tested and controlled.

Legrand also offers management solutions for a plant’s infrastructure, which encompass data performance, securing of sensitive areas and the control of electrical energy consumption. A specially designed structured cabling system, which is compatible with other cabling products, offers flexibility to the installation. UPS (uninterruptible power supply) enclosures, with a capacity of up to 120 kVA, permit the implementation of secured network for machines, as well as the plant’s infrastructure, in the event of a power failure.

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Designed specifically for customers with low sample volumes and small quantities, the PRECISA Series 330 XM - Model XM60 moisture balance analyser is robust, accurate and simple to operate.

Thanks to the high thermal power, it delivers quick and accurate results.

Features include a choice of heat sources: Halogen, Infrared or Dark Radiator; temperature range 30-230°C in 1°C increments; integrated balance 124 g by 1 mg, interface RS232 for PC and Printer, bright VFD Vacuum Fluorescent Display; 10 key Keyboard, anti-theft code and memory for 20 articles.

It is supplied with 30 aluminium pans or Enquiry no: 30 dishes.

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Improved SHEQ standards

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orrect product selection and application is essential for customers to gain the maximum advantage in terms of SHEQ compliance.

This is according to Wim Dessing, managing director of Apex Strip Curtains & Doors, who says that the company’s locally manufactured Apex SR 9000 insulated impact traffic door complies with all relevant safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) standards.

Each Apex SR 9000 door is manufactured to meet specific opening requirements and combines functionality with longevity in areas where the movement of pedestrians and goods

Creating empowerment

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he Shoprite Group is reaffirming its commitment to invest in and uplift women in South Africa through various business and community initiatives.

The food retailer was the first to celebrate the contribution of South African women to society when government announced National Womens’ Day in 1996. Back then, it immediately announced the now nationally acclaimed Shoprite Checkers Woman of the Year Award which highlighted the achievement of women making a difference to the fabric of South African society.

And since, Shoprite has continued to invest in the work of women recognising that they are instrumental in the success of the group, not only as employees and customers but also as business partners.

The group's current focus is to enable several small women-owned businesses to have access to the 29-million customer base of the supermarket group to start and grow their businesses.

It is also continuously joining hands with exceptional women who are working to fight hunger in communities to support and enhance their efforts, aligned to the Shoprite group’s comprehensive hunger relief programme.

A number of women who supply homemade goods directly to Shoprite and Checkers stores have grown their businesses significantly since coming on board with the Shoprite Group. The group’s Homemade Programme has seen consistent growth since inception, with 218 lines from 60 homemade suppliers currently being sold.

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is particularly high.

The door is manufactured from a 3 mm ABS skin that retains its physical properties down to temperatures of minus 40°C, making it ideal for use in walk-in cold rooms and similar refrigerated applications. The low maintenance skin is impervious to moisture, acids, petroleum products, animal fats, rodents, insects and salt solutions.

The door’s insulation characteristics are enhanced further by the internal design elements. These include the injection of a high density, non CFC urethane foam into the hollow shell of the door.

Above: Pam Doorsamy, supplies biscuits to Shoprite and Checkers stores one such example of a Homemade supplier who has built a business that now has 15 permanent employees and supplies 40 Shoprite and Checkers stores in KwaZulu-Natal.

Her Phoenix-based company, Pam’s Homemade Treats, has its roots in a family biscuit recipe which inspired her to bake biscuits and cakes in her kitchen and sell at community markets, factories and at the Phoenix Mall.

But it was in 2008, when she approached Shoprite, that she was able to build her business, increase turnover to R1.8 million and buy an adjoining property to house her bakery.

Dorasamy, who is passionate about skills development, only employs unskilled and unemployed people who gain the necessary skills to empower them to start their own baking businesses.

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to 24 hours and the memory capacity accepts up to 8 000 measurements.

The 3V Lithium battery is quick to change and has an average operating life of approximately two years.

The EBI-20 TH version has the same features as the temperature model EBI – 20 T and can record humidity in the range from 0 – 100% RH with a resolution of 0.1% RH. For evaluating the measured data on a PC, Instrotech can supply an interface with the Ebro Winlog evaluation software to allow the stored data to be downloaded and the course of temperature and humidity to be viewed as curves and Enquiry no: 33 tables.

Standard vision panels constructed from 3 mm clear polycarbonate sheeting are available in a number of custom sizes. However, the Apex SR 9000 is also available without the vision panel which allows greater flexibility of use.

Additional features include scratch resistance and UBC compatibility for enhanced visibility, and it is available in a choice of six colours.

Apex Strip Curtains & Doors has a network of agents throughout South Africa who offer technical and installation support as well as Enquiry no: 31 prompt delivery times.

Versatile bearing option for water, food equipment applications

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Cost effective way to keep temperature deal for food, chemical and pharmaceutical industries’ warehouse, cold storage and transport applications, Instrotech offers the German quality, yet cost effective Ebro data loggers types EBI-20 T to record temperatures and the EBI-20 TH unit to record temperature and humidity.

These compact 69 x 48 x 22mm waterproof loggers in a rugged ABS housing with an integrated Pt 1000 sensor and an easy-to-read LCD display can record temperatures in ranges from -30 to +60ºC with a resolution of 0,8ºC. The measuring intervals are freely programmable, via PC software, from 1 minute up

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horPlas-White is the newest material in the Thordon bearing family, specifically developed to operate as a drinking water system component used in the treatment and distribution of potable water, and as a material used in the construction of food equipment.

It has been listed by the NSF International Certification for NSF/ANSI 61 Drinking Water System Components and NSF/ ANSI 51 Food Equipment Materials, and has also achieved WRAS (Water Regulations Advisory Scheme) material approval.

ThorPlas-White is an engineered thermoplastic alloy that offers similar mechanical properties to the existing ThorPlas-Blue grade, including high strength, low friction and dry start-ups.

User benefits include low friction operation, long bearing wear life, good dry run capabil-

ity due to built-in lubricants, easy to machine with no nuisance dust, easy to install and high resistance to heat, corrosion and abrasion.

ThorPlas-White is a great replacement for greased bronze and roller bearings. It can be used in a variety of food equipment, drinking and potable water bearing applications, where NSF 51 or NSF 61 certification is required.

They include water treatment plants; food processing plants that require water; mixer/ agitator bearings; Pumps, including well and river, submersible and water intake; bottle filling equipment and valve bearings; water wheels and Irrigation systems; conveyor bearings and hanger bearings; milling equipment and labeling equipment; and scrapers.

This range of products are available through Alignment with Laser, the sole agent Enquiry no: 34 for South Africa.

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MG and Eaton have strengthened their partnership by signing a master distribution agreement in terms of which BMG will supply and support Eaton’s globally respected Winner brand of hose and hose fittings in Sub-Saharan Africa.

“This distribution agreement consolidates Eaton’s position locally and in neighbouring countries, by improving accessibility to Eaton products and also extends BMG’s engineering solutions and technical support service to a broader customer base,” said Gavin Pelser, managing director of engineering, BMG, part of Invicta Holdings Limited.

“An important advantage for the market is availability to quality branded Eaton hydraulic components, through BMG’s extensive net-

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work of over 120 branches.

“BMG’s team has advanced technical skills to support the company’s commitment to optimising productivity and enhancing process plant operating reliability.

“With the combination of Eaton’s established reputation in power management and BMG’s technical engineering solutions service and extensive distribution reach, both companies are set to significantly extend market share across Africa,” Pelser said.

BMG’s R350-million expansion of distribution and engineering facilities in Johannesburg,

enables the company to continue to provide high levels of operating efficiencies and delivery service in line with substantial growth of the business.

The existing 15 000 m² under-roof warehousing facility is being increased to 24 000 m² and the re-developed Droste Park warehouse will soon carry approximately R1 billion of stock, with an additional R500-million strategically located throughout the Southern African region.

Functional operations at BMG World include a product warehouse and distribution centre

According to Atlas Copco CTS Durban Branch Manager, Max Larue, the move is beneficial to all three businesses. “From a rental perspective, we are sharing costs such as rent, water and lights, security, etc. From a business perspective, it is generating new business. While servicing our customers’ equipment we are able to recommend Rand Air for equipment hire and Rand Air brings us customers who require servicing on their compressors.

“We work closely with Rand Air and because we are literally across the table from each other, both parties receive the ‘heads up’ straight away on customer leads and needs.

So, from the customer’s perspective, the seamless interaction between the two businesses has sped up our service offering ultimately benefitting customers through faster and more efficient service and turnaround times.”

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thermal spray process has several advantages as an alternative to chrome plating on piston rods.

That’s according to Adam Wintle, Technical Director at Weartech, who believes that as the pluses of thermal spray solutions become better known, the process will take off in South Africa as it has in other countries.

Hydraulic piston rods are used in a broad variety of industrial areas such as civil, industrial and offshore. A hydraulic cylinder is a mechanical moving mechanism that gives a force through a stroke.

Smooth and hard surfaces are required on the outer diameter of the piston rod for proper sealing.

Typically piston rods are hard chromeplated, but in the production of hard chromium plating hexavalent chromium is produced.

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Hex chrome is a well known carcinogen.

“The thermal spray process has been used for years as a replacement for hard chrome in the U.S. and Europe due to stringent health regulations but this has not taken off in South Africa yet,” Wintle said.

Thermal spray offers several alternative super alloy, ceramic or carbide based coatings as replacement for hard chrome plating.

These coatings are applied mostly by High Velocity Oxygen Fuel (HVOF) or Plasma Spray equipment.

Thermal sprayed surfaces resist aggressive environmental conditions such as wear and corrosion.

Many thermal sprayed coatings outperform the hard chrome plated coating. The coatings that are applied are extremely hard and sometimes require finishing with diamond finishing Enquiry no: 37 products.

New synchronous motor offers brains and brawn

osch Rexroth has launched a new synchronous servo motor product line it says is tailored to the demands of the future in both functionality and performance.

The MS2N product line is available throughout sub-Saharan Africa exclusively through Tectra Automation.

It covers the maximum torque range between 4 Nm to 350 Nm with significantly increased power density and greater energy efficiency.

Individual readings of each motor, as well as the saturation and temperature data, are deposited into motor data storage and automatically processed by IndraDrive control devices. This increases torque precision significantly and reduces the tolerance range during operation to a fraction of the values that have been standard up to now, the company said.

“For the first time, the servo motor can be used as a reliable sensor, as well as a data source. In this way, applications within the Industry 4.0 environment, like condition monitoring, can be realised cost-effectively and without additional components,” a statement from the company said.

It said the motors were also significantly more compact despite their higher performance. “With a new motor construction, and optimised electromagnetic design, this new generation of motors achieves up to 30% higher torque density.”

Smaller motors can be employed for current drive tasks while more performance is available within the prescribed motor clearance.

“The up to five-time overload capacity with persistently low rotor inertia guarantees the greatest possible acceleration and dynamics in all sizes.

“Thanks to high-grade materials, this new development also makes it possible to have continuous output within higher rpm ranges, and along with optimised winding technology, it also reduces internal losses.”

In the process, said Bosch Rexroth, its new generation of motors achieve significantly

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Thermal spray alternative to chrome plating

Relocating to KZN to meet customer service needs

tlas Copco Compressor Technique has added value to customer service in Kwazulu-Natal following the recent relocation of its service division (CTS) from Pinetown to Durban, joining Rand Air and Atlas Copco Industrial Technique under one roof.

“The move, which is in line with Atlas Copco’s trend to consolidate, makes sound business and financial sense when considering the synergies and costs shared between the three businesses - CTS, our sister company, Rand Air and Atlas Copco’s industrial tool business area,” said Wayne Jacobs, Business Line Manager, Atlas Copco Compressor Technique Service Division.

“As the majority of our customers are located in Durban, the expedient move to the new more centrally located Isipingo offices facilitates our access to customers and makes it easier for customers in the KZN metro to reach us,” said Jacobs.

for the entire product range and a manufacturing centre and general engineering workshop.

There are specialist assembly and repair workshops for drives, conveyors, hydraulics and pneumatics, as well as electric motors, electronics, gaskets, lubrication systems and filtration.

BMG currently has BEE Level 3 certification, with recognition as a ‘value add supplier’(VAS) which provides the market the facility to source Eaton hydraulic components from BMG and comply with the B-BBEE charter. This status represents a significant benefit to customers as a BEE procurement recognition of 137,5% against all purchases from BMG can be claimed.

improved energy efficiency and provides a sustainable reduction in operating costs.

The MS2N product line comes in six sizes, with up to five lengths available in each. The product line covers the 4 Nm to 350 Nm maximum torque performance range and the 0.8 Nm to 148 Nm permanent torque performance range.

Alternate variations with higher rotor inertia for better mass-customisation compliment this extensive range and allows for precise alignment of task formulation and motor selection.

There are three corresponding, differentiated encoder systems.

To supply power and the encoder signal, Bosch Rexroth provides an innovative singlecable connection, as well as conventional two-cable solutions, with highly flexible cable variations and a practical quick lock.

Both options enable a complete cable length in the IndraDrive standard, which means up to 75 meters with no additional components is possible.

“In this way, both types of connections can be combined with one another at minimal cost.

The equipment wiring is no longer subject to the limitations of previous single-cable systems,” Bosch Rexroth said.

Tectra Automation, a Hytec Group company, is a leading drive control specialist providing solutions for industrial and factory automation Enquiry no: 38 applications.

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New angle seat valve promises longer life

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MC Pneumatics recently expanded its fluid control range with the VXB Series of angle seat valves for air, steam and heated water.

According to the company, it was created to meet market demand for valves that deliver an extended operating life, low levels of air leakage, low pressure loss due to its angle seat structure and is compact in design.

Delivering up to five million air and three million steam switching cycles, the VXB Series is also fitted with a special rubber seal that minimises internal air leakages to 10 cm³/min or less.

“Compact in its design with a height of just 100 mm in the 3/8 valve, the VXB is the ideal solution for applications pertaining to temperature control, hot water systems, industrial washing machines, sterilising and cleaning equipment,” Ernst Smith, Product

Manager at SMC said.

Further design features ensure reduced costs by extending the lifespan and efficiency of the valve through a double protective construction. Foreign particles are also prevented from interfering with the VXB’s performance thanks to a protective seal and a resin scraper.

“After listening and responding to our customers’ needs, we set about creating a multipurpose solution that delivers on cost savings, minimal maintenance, reliability and space savings.

“The response to the VXB series has been really positive and we are confident that it will be a popular addition to our comprehensive range,” Smith said.

Available in three port sizes, 3/8, 1/2 and 3/4, the VXB can be ordered in bronze or stainless steel (316L equivalent) with a pilot port location that can be placed in three of its four sides.

Enquiry no: 39

New mid-size compactor

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hicago Pneumatic has expanded its range of light compaction equipment with the introduction of a new tough and fast mid-sized forward and reversible plate compactor.

According to the company, the MV 504 is very easy to operate and maintain, and intended for deep and medium deep compaction of granular soils.

“With its smooth operation, the MV 504 represents a great alternative to rollers when compacting soil in small areas,” says Andrzej Mroziński, spokesperson for light compaction equipment at Chicago Pneumatic.

“In addition, it provides efficient performance and excellent traction, even on wet soil, helping operators to achieve the right compaction level.”

Made to handle tough working conditions, the MV 504 has a bottom plate made of Hardox 400 grade steel that is extremely durable and resistant to wear and tear, making it suitable for intensive usage.

The compactor is equipped with a heavy duty frame to protect internal components, with

the hydraulic pump mounted on the engine to reduce the risk of impact damage.

For ease of maintenance, the machine is designed to prevent rocks becoming stuck between the plate and the frame.

In addition, the machine’s userfriendly design provides operators with easy access to the fuel tank, drive belt and eccentric box, meaning it requires minimal effort to be kept in optimal working conditions.

Alongside durability and low maintenance, the MV 504 has ergonomic qualities designed to enable operators to perform tasks with less effort and more efficiency.

It comes equipped with a vibration reducing handle so that operators are not exposed to high hand/arm (H/A) vibration levels, and is easy to handle even on rough surfaces.

The MV 504 forward and reversible plate compactor will be available through Chicago Pneumatic’s worldwide distribuEnquiry no: 40 tor network.

Tough deadweight tester

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eadweight testers are widely accepted as the most accurate method for the calibration of electronic or mechanical pressure measuring devices.

Instrotech offers the LR-Cal LDW series of deadweight testers, which are available in the ranges from 10 bar up to 1400 bar.

The direct measurement of pressure (according to its definition as a quotient of force and area) ensures high accuracies and long term stability. These testers are used extensively in calibration laboratories in industry, standards institutes and research facilities.

Instrotech says the LDW series is ideally suited to on-site use as well as for service and maintenance purposes. The customized assembly allows set-up of a complete, compact system consisting of a universal basement and the measuring systems (piston/cylinder units).

The piston/cylinder units are

manufactured from tungsten carbide which is known for its small temperature co-efficiency. Fast and uncomplicated changes of the measuring range are possible using a flat spanner.

In order to generate the individual test points, the piston/cylinder system is weighted with mass loads which are also calibrated and specially adapted to the required application.

The basement is fitted with the corresponding system, depending on the measuring range of the device under test. The pressure is set via an integrated pump or, if an external pressure supply is available, via control valves (pneumatic models).

For fine adjustment, an adjustable volume with precision spindle is available. The weight applied is proportional to the desired pressure and provided by using optimally graduated Enquiry no: 41 weights.

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Compact cast iron gear pumps offer plenty of options

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ydraulic and Automation Warehouse (HAW), has added newly-developed cast iron gear pumps with extended longevity and numerous advantages to its existing range of Salami gear pumps and other hydraulic components.

HAW, part of the Hytec Group, is a major distributor of hydraulic components in southern Africa and specialist supplier of products for mobile machinery.

The newly developed PG331 series is a spheroidal-designed cast iron gear pump with more than 19 000 configurations and four different porting arrangements.

It can be supplied in variations of 12 different displacements and has up to five flange mounting styles and seven

shaft types.

The pump design also allows for standard SAE flanges. The gear pumps are compact with smaller dimensions achieved by installing the gear set, gear support bushings, and suction and delivery ports within the main body, housed by a front mounting flange and rear cover.

“Competitor models, generally, have larger and longer front and rear housings to accommodate shaft supports which may separate port housings and are therefore less compact,” said HAW Key Accounts Manager Dries van Wyk. “This range of pumps can accommodate any engineering design and satisfies a variety of OEM manufacturing designs.”

Strength, high efficiency and long service in severe operating environments are achieved through the pump’s one-piece drive shaft construction, with a large area, and low friction bushings.

Another advantage of this pump range is their high carbon content and low static discharge capabilities, due to their cast iron make-up. This combination renders them “explosionproof,” said Van Wyk making them the ideal choice for use on underground vehicles and equipment – even those used in fiery mines.

HAW is the official authorised subSaharan Africa distributor for Salamimanufactured gear pumps, motors and mobile control valves.

Enquiry no: 42

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HARBOUR INFRASTRUCTURE & SHIPPING

Showcasing marine expertise F ranki Africa has developed a reputation throughout Africa for its innovative and cost-effective solutions for geotechnical work in the marine environment.

One such project is the construction of a 180m-long, 16m-high (4m above water and 12m under water) quay wall for marine engineering company Dormac’s new floating dock at their marine works facility at their Bayhead, Belfast Road site in Durban. Shipping is renowned for tight schedules and high operational costs and this project is subject to the same pressures in order to meet the schedules of the future users of the dock.

Franki Africa’s Paul Pearce said that this had been a complicated, multifaceted contract.

“Although it is one structure, it has required many highly specialised geotechnical skills for a successful outcome.

One of these skills was specialised jet grouting using a rig from Franki owner Keller’s German division. “In fact the cooperation between Franki and Keller Germany was most helpful,” said Pearce, “and confirms the supreme advantage that we have being part of the Keller network and able to tap into the best technology and equipment in our industry.”

The jet grouting was a highly technical

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and complicated operation requiring top-end management, operators and support “After a three week training and test phase, the jet grout operations began and, after some initial hiccups with Franki Cape Town coming to the rescue with their experience in jet grouting, we were able to source the faulty parts from Europe and continue with a productive and successful operation.

"There have been a few significant challenges on this job with the first, as expected, having to working in tidal conditions. The Franki crew worked around the clock to accommodate tidal movement and, operating when they could, they laid down a high-spec working platform for the piling rigs.“ The second challenge from a piling perspective was the positioning and tolerance of the piles in relation to the jet grout columns. “It was critical to get the positioning spot on to ensure a vertical face to the quay wall,” Pearce said.

“Our works department came up with a very innovative idea in the manufacture of special guides and frames to assist us in placing the piles in accordance with the fine tolerances and this worked perfectly.”

Piling challenge number three - was as a result of Dormac’s request for Franki to

complete the contract two and a half months earlier than initially agreed to. “This required some fleet-footed action and we decided to purchase new, more efficient equipment specifically for the Dormac contract.

Our plant division put in a sterling effort with the new machinery, going way beyond the call of duty to fine-tune the machines and to train the operators. The end result was that we were able to sufficiently increase our production,” Pearce said.

Another major challenge still to come is the installation of two 1800mm diameter mooring pawls which are part of the integrated dolphins for the floating dock attachment. With extremely tight tolerance to accommodate the tidal movements of the dock and the sheer scale of the pawls, this will also require an exceptional effort from the Franki team at Dormac.

The quantities on the Dormac job tell the story: 230no. x 900mm diameter CFA piles 24m deep; 180no. x 800mm diameter jet grout columns 16m deep; 180m long x 5m high quay

wall capping beam; 1500m x 63mm diameter tie bars; 80 000m³ dredging and excavations; 6000m² new dock yard surface with services.

Pearce says that Franki is concluding installing the capping beam and are currently busy hanging the facial panels on the quay wall.

“This has been a challenging project but we are proud of our ability to work in marine conditions – a skill that we have acquired throughout the company over many years. Apart from knowledge and experience, the most important ingredient for jobs of this nature is teamwork and we had that in abundance on this job," concluded Pearce.

Enquiry no: 43

Protecting lives and equipment worth billions of dollars

n order to ensure employee safety and to prevent any infrastructural damage to a multi-billion-dollar floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel located at a deep water oil project off the coast on Angola, a total of $1 million worth of MSA General Monitors (GM) fixed flame and gas detection products have been supplied to the project.

The order was placed by Malaysia-based international offshore oilfield services provider Bumi Armada Berhad (BAB), responsible for the chartering, operations and maintenance of the FPSO which, when completed by Q4 2016, will utilise an external turret with 18 risers

and umbilicals connected to it, and a storage capacity of 1 800 000 barrels.

This fourth-generation FPSO will boast a crude oil production rate of 80 000 barrels a day and a water injection rate of 120 000 barrels per day, as well as a gas-handling capability of 120 000 million standard cubic feet.

The FPSO will have a topside weight of 15 000t, and will be moored at a water depth of 450 m. Reliable gas and flame detection is essential to a structure of this magnitude.

MSA Africa Director Colin Oliver said that the products were delivered in late 2015. “As part of our value-added aftersales service offering, we have already provided product training to some BAB

employees in Malaysia, and will also train the onsite employees once the FPSO is complete.

Continuous technical support will also be provided.”

According to Oliver, this project will serve as a platform for MSA Africa to expand its presence in the highly-lucrative offshore oil industry. “This project has given us the opportunity to showcase our world-class capabilities.

As oil, gas and petroleum exploration projects expand in Africa, so too does our window of opportunity for long-term sustainable growth,” he said.

Enquiry no: 44

Electrified rubber tyred gantries (E-RTG)

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Strategic advisory services for ports and marine terminals

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dvisian, the global advisory business of the WorleyParsons Group, has seen significant growth in their Ports and Marine Terminals division in recent months, as increasing emphasis is placed on efficient terminal operations, which are essential for sustaining national competitiveness, addressing the challenges of population growth, urbanisation and climate change, and maintaining and growing market share for any port complex.

Headquartered in Cape Town, Advisian’s Sub-Saharan Ports and Marine Terminals practice plans, designs and provides construction oversight for port terminals and marine and coastal structures.

The South African based team comprises multi-national engineering professionals, bringing together capabilities and experience from Brazil, Australia, Spain, Italy and South Africa.

Francois Smit, Practice Manager for Ports and Marine Terminals in Sub-Saharan Africa,

heads up the team and says that Advisian’s range of expertise includes coastal and marine structures engineering, ocean and coastal processes modelling, and marine terminal planning and design.

He adds that the team’s capabilities extend across the full range of terminal types and incorporates support for clients in all project phases, from feasibility studies and preliminary and detailed engineering design, through to procurement, construction supervision and management.

According to Advisian, as companies turn more and more towards shipping as a viable transport alternative, ports and marine terminal operators are faced with their own challenges, such as the rapid growth of freight volumes, cyclical demand for mineral resources (and the remoteness of these resources), as well as the increasing role of ports in global supply chain management. In order to cope with these challenges, brownfield ports around the world are

Diesel level system for tugboats

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he manufacture of tugboats by ship builder SA Shipyards, for end user Transnet, provided Instrotech – instrumentation and process control company - an opportunity to develop a technical solution for diesel tank monitoring.

Instrotech’s specific involvement was the monitoring of volume, in litres, of diesel in the port and starboard tanks of the tugboats. Instrotech specified locally manufactured products, as well as Swiss instrumentation by Keller. Some examples of Keller’s high quality pressure sensors are EX-rated, low and very high pressures and temperatures, data logging, submersible level, manometers and differential pressure transmitters.

The EX-rated submersible level transmitter, Keller 36 XWei with an atmospheric pressure vent in the cable, was mounted 50mm above the bottom (to prevent any build up) and located in the centre of the tank for uniformity of diesel head pressure.

Instrotech was able to install and safely monitor the diesel head of pressure with a 4-20mA

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output. The 5m high port and starboard tanks were not uniform in shape so with sounding charts provided by SA Shipyards and taking the specific gravity (SG) of diesel into consideration, Instrotech was able to calculate the desired pressure at 16 critical points and then determine the volumetric capacity of diesel versus the head of pressure of diesel in the tanks. Instrotech’s locally made programmable digital indicators are customised with a 16 point lineariser option, allowing the operator to key-in the actual versus desired values and display quantity of diesel, in litres, within the tanks.

Giles Wilcox, Instrotech’s Technical Sales Area Manager (KZN, WCape & ECape) said, “This was yet another very interesting, technical, customised project for Instrotech. With the quality and variety of Instrumentation available from Instrotech, we were able to bring together various technologies at our disposal for a successful solution.”

Enquiry no: 46

Exceptional daggerboard material

n concert with the notion of luxurious performance, HH Catamarans utilizes a pushbutton control system to raise and lower the curved “C” daggerboards in their HH55 and HH66 models.

The company chose Vesconite Hilube as its bearing material for the board trunks. The polymer provides exceptional low friction, and the strength and tight tolerances needed to ensure the foils remain rattle-free, whether up or down.

Vesconite Hilube was selected over other options due to its hardness, lubrication and machining properties. “It suits our usage very well,” said Paul Hakes, HH Catamaran president. “And, it’s a great company to deal with.”

From the bowsprit to the rudder, Vesconite Hilube is the perfect bearing material for sailboats. Internally lubricated, it has exceptional wear properties; even under load, it outperforms bronze and other technical polymers.

It’s extremely strong and stable, yet easily machined. Readily available, the innovative material is a solid match to the state-of-the-art materials used by HH Catamarans.

The Melvin & Morrelli-designed HH55 and HH66 utilise technologically advanced com-

posites and build techniques. Their hulls and spars are constructed of carbon fibre for superior strength, safety and weight savings.

Striking a bold pose on the water, the boats are lavishly appointed within.

HH Catamarans has been involved in sailboat design and construction since 2012. The company builds high-performance, semi-custom luxury cruising catamarans, from 55’–88’.

Vesconite Hilube is available for immediate shipment from the company’s Texas warehouse. Hollow bar, solid rod and plate shapes are obtainable in a wide array of dimensions Enquiry no: 47 and thicknesses.

finding it necessary to revisit their capacities, production efficiencies and service offerings, and in some instances greenfield ports need to be developed to meet changing and growing demands.

Smit says that what makes Advisian unique is its capability to provide management and strategic advisory services that are coupled with in-house technical consulting supported by deep domain expertise. The real world practical experience and technical knowledge of Advisian’s consultants are coming to the fore in successfully delivering vital transport infrastructure to connect communities and industries and address transport challenges. In addition to providing port and terminal operators with a comprehensive range of services spanning the full project lifecycle, Advisian also offers customers access to industry knowledge and technical specialties needed to compete effectively in a rapidly changing and competitive environment.

He explains that while the South African branch of Advisian primarily supports subSaharan Africa, the Ports and Marine Terminals team also provides assistance to Advisian and WorleyParsons’ global offices, as illustrated by the team’s recent involvement in projects in the Black Sea, Turkey, Iraq, the UAE and Oman.

Conversely, the African market likewise benefits from leveraging the group’s global capabilities, such as iron ore expertise out of Australia, subsea and floating systems expertise through the Advisian INTECSEA group, and high value design services through Global Design Centres situated in India and China.

Enquiry no: 45

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Sun rises on renewable energy in rural KZN A

ccenture, The University of Notre Dame, and The Rural Development Company have launched a renewable energy programme in northern KwaZulu-Natal, delivering clean, affordable electricity and internet connectivity to small scale farmers and entrepreneurs.

The first of its kind solar-powered microgrids were installed at Ndumo in the district of uMkhanyakude, near the border with Mozambique as part of the Connectivity, Electricity and Education for Entrepreneurship (CE3) program.

One solar-powered microgrid provides power for irrigation equipment while a larger solar facility powers a pack house where local farmers consolidate yields and process and package harvested crops.

This reduces the farmers’ overall burden of labour and operating costs, and enables the farmers’ cooperative to achieve crop yields large enough to supply commercial buyers.

Accenture said the KZN initiative follows

other successful CE3 projects, with the aim to be a catalyst for local economic development in these rural communities.

It will strengthen existing businesses, create employment, and build new businesses through the provision of clean, affordable electricity, Internet connectivity, and programs that train local residents in basic computing, entrepreneurship and workforce readiness skills.

It said the CE3 business model was sustainable in that it enables each site to cover its operating expenses, including the cost of maintaining the microgrid infrastructure.

Accenture has supported CE3 with more than US$2,3 million (R32 million) in contributions since 2012 through its corporate citizenship initiative, Skills to Succeed, which is equipping more than three million people around the world with the skills to get a job or build a business.

In 2012, Accenture and NDIGD introduced the CE3 project as a pilot program in rural northern Uganda – across three communities deeply impacted by decades of civil war.

The current projects scale the model further

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in Uganda and into South Africa. Accenture expects to train and mentor more than 3 350 entrepreneurs in information technology and entrepreneurship in South Africa and Northern Uganda, and help create approximately 2 475 jobs or start-up businesses by June 2017.

“Drawing on Accenture’s strategy and technology capabilities – combined with our experience in the renewable energy industry, dedication and resources of NDIGD, and local market connections of The Rural Development Company – we have been able to empower underserved communities and fuel economic development through renewable solar power,” said Roger Ford, Managing Director, Accenture Development Partnerships.

“We look forward to replicating the program and training aspiring entrepreneurs across rural Sub-Saharan Africa to contribute to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal #7 of ensuring access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and clean energy for all.”

Enquiry no: 48

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nnovation is necessary to develop products and services that underline environmental stewardship. This is according to Andries Marais, General Manager – operations at Chryso Southern Africa, who says that in order to create a sustainable future for Earth’s inhabitants, it is critical that organisations contribute positively to the preservation of non-renewable resources.

He suggests that organisations allocate a predetermined percentage of turnover for research and development into products that focus on energy reduction in their manufacturing process.

The Chryso Group invests approximately 4% of all global sales in the investigation of green product innovations that are based on bio sourcing, renewable resources and biodegradability principles.

The goal is to emphasise product lines that assist customers in promoting their energy efficiency while simultaneously reducing their carbon footprint. Marais says that ongoing review of Chryso’s existing product portfolio and acustomer needs analysis results in the development of approximately 30 new products each year with an average of 12 product patents filed annually.

Marais suggests organisations take a critical look at the way in which they operate their processing and manufacturing plants to ascertain how they handle natural resources. He cites the Group’s Green Factory Model which has been adopted by the Cape Town, Durban and Jet Park plants.

In addition, Chryso places great emphasis on the use of non-hazardous materials and the implementation of recycling initiatives.

Marais says that companies should consider demarcating a specific area in their facility where collection bins for glass, paper, plastic, metal and wood are placed and employees are encouraged to participate.

The recycling initiative is echoed in the company’s use of recycled packaging wherever possible and bulk deliveries of products to maximise load capacities and reduce the use of non-renewable fuel resources.

Some examples of products that are underpinned by good environmental stewardship are Chryso Dem Bio 10, a biodegradable vegetable based demoulding oil; Chryso Deco Lav P, a range of aqueous based surface retarders; Chryso Environmentally friendly cleaning agents; EnviroMix, a technology engineered to boost the use of cement extenders reducing the use of clinker without comprising on the quality of the concrete or cement product.

Enquiry no: 49

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Ingula Unit 2 goes online

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second unit at the Ingula Pumped Storage Scheme, Unit 2, came into commercial operation on Monday, August 23.

Ingula’s Unit 4 was the first of the pumped storage scheme’s four units to come into commercial operation on 10 June 2016 - six months ahead of schedule.

Power utility Eskom said the two units had added 333 MW each to the national grid and their commercial operation marks a key milestone towards the full commercial operation of the Ingula Pumped Storage Scheme..

Ingula’s remaining two units, Units 1 and 3, had been synchronised to the national grid and were on track for commercial operation within the first half of 2017, Eskom said, adding that once completed, all four units of the Ingula Pumped Storage Scheme will produce a total of 1 332 MW. “Repairs on Ingula’s Unit 3 are progressing well, and the unit is expected to come into commercial operation in January 2017 as scheduled,” a statement from the utility said.

Ingula will be Africa’s newest and largest pumped storage scheme, and the 14th largest in

the world, upon completion.

“Eskom continues to execute its build programme that will bring much-needed power to support South Africa’s economic growth.

Since inception in 2005, the capacity expansion programme so far added 7 031MW of generation capacity, 6 048km of transmission lines and 31 590 MVA of substation capacity.

“Additionally, we have not had any load shedding for over a year largely due to the rigorous plant maintenance programme that we have executed over the past 12 months,” Eskom said.

Speaking at the earlier Unit 4 opening Eskom’s Group Chief Executive Brian Molefe said, “Once completed in the next five years, our capacity expansion programme, which is the largest in the company’s history, will increase our generation capacity by 17 384MW, transmission lines by 9 756km and substation capacity by 42 470MVA. “This will enable us to provide security of power supply to South African homes and businesses, powering economic expansion and extending electricity to millions of households who currently rely on other fuel sources,” Molefe Enquiry no: 50 said.

New garage store brings fresh jobs, food

reshStop opened F its 227th national store recently at 3 Thomas Lane in

Isipingo.

Previously a Star Mart, FreshStop at Caltex Isipingo has been completely refurbished and its fuel forecourt now sports the latest 20/20 Caltex imagery.

“The forecourt has been upgraded to include new forecourt quad pumps, lines, lighting, canopy and branding. In addition, the layout has been revised to incorporate both diesel and petrol at all islands, except for the remote diesel pump,” said Denver Govender, the Store Retailer.

The store offers local residents, commuters and workers in the area a range of fresh fruit and vegetables, an assortment of grocery items, and a wide selection of Grab n Go snacks, cool drinks and baked goods.

A self-service Lavazza coffee machine is also on hand to cater for the caffeine needs of customers. The hot food options include a Crispy Chicken outlet, one of the fastest growing in-house fast food lines, and freshly cooked curries and bunny chows.

A wide variety of takeaway

options are available to customers 24-hours a day. The site also offers on-site ABSA and FNB ATMs for extra customer convenience.

“The beautifully branded FreshStop store is set to become one of the best looking stores in Isipingo and will provide customers with a shopping experience unlike any other. Customers can look forward to excellent service and a brand that understands their needs,” Govender said.

He has managed the FreshStop at Caltex Umlazi and has experience in auditing, tax, accounting and risk advisory.

“I am very excited about this opening and cannot wait for the people to start taking advantage of all the brand deals and promoEnquiry no: 51 tions."

Woman engineer powers to the top

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y Gourrah (pictured), a wellrespected electrical engineer who has held key posts at Buffalo City Municipality (East London) and been involved in a range of electrical infrastructure projects in various parts of the country as a consulting engineer, has been appointed General Manager of Actom Power Systems, the Actom group’s substation project management business unit.

Gourrah, 44, a Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering graduate from Mangalore University in India, took up the position with effect from June 1, 2016. She has been a Contracts Manager at the business unit for the past year.

Gourrah obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) earlier this year. She is a Fellow and Council Member of the SA Institute of Electrical Engineers (SAIEE) and is an active volunteer of the Engineering Council of SA (ECSA). She was President of the Association of Municipal

Electricity Utilities (AMEU) from 2008 to 2010.

She is also an advisor to Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa on the Eskom turnaround strategy.

She was employed at Buffalo City Municipality from 2001 to 2011, initially holding the post of Deputy City Electrical Engineer and later appointed General Manager, Electrical and Mechanical Services. She has also worked for several firms of consulting electrical engineers and associated companies in various capacities, including that of Deputy CEO of an electrical infrastructure construction company.

Sybrand Nel, Divisional CEO of Actom’s Engineering Projects & Contracts division, commented: “We are very pleased to welcome Sy as General Manager of Actom Power Systems to head up this key business unit. Her appointment is well-deserved, taking into account her impressive track Enquiry no: 52 record.

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onstruction of the new Majuba FET College’s Dundee campus is providing thousands of higher education-seeking youth with the opportunity to study in a stateof-the-art college environment.

The campus comprises a gatehouse, administration offices, two double-storey lecture blocks measuring 2 200m2 each, an exam centre, resource centre, student centre and walkways.

Demand for education facilities in Dundee has increased drastically over the past few years with the growth in population and rising unemployment levels. To address this imbalance, Majuba FET College partnered with Endumeni Municipality to establish Dundee campus at Mpati.

Students from Dundee, Glencoe

and Nquthu would previously have had to travel to Newcastle to attend courses, however an interim venue followed by the newly constructed FET College has provided local students with convenient campus access.

As part of the Umzinyathi Community Education Project, Endumeni Municipality donated land to Majuba FET College at the entrance of Dundee for the establishment of Dundee Technology Centre (DTC).

To ensure the most relevant courses were selected, research was conducted into available opportunities that will enable the community to become economically active. Courses will include Management Assistant, Business Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Human Resources Management.

Tjaart van der Walt, head architect of LVDW Architects, explained that, “the soil was particularly rocky, which proved challenging at first, however the engineers managed to break

through for construction which commenced in March 2014.”

“We opted for a more conventional design in an effort to save on costs,” said Van der Walt. “Brick construction with face brickwork fulfilled all the requirements of this college infrastructure.

“The neutral colours of the face brick blended in well with the surrounding environment.”

The bricks were laid in a conventional stretcher bond pattern while the sturdy herringbone pattern was selected for the pavers.

Pattern work was included in areas of the face brick façade to express its African context.

The brickwork included combinations of Corobrik’s range of Nebraska Travertine and Country Classic Travertine face bricks for the maintenance free facades, with Champagne and Burgundy pavers being used to compliment the buildings aesthetic and surrounds.

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Bridge City builds momentum T he Bridge City development north of Durban is gaining momentum as a new urban centre, increasing density, creating a mix of uses and linking adjacent areas to each other and the wider metropolitan region.

With bulk infrastructure - particularly transport nodes - already operational, the development of the town centre is moving ahead at a rapid pace, according to the developers, a joint venture between Tongaat Hulett and the eThekwini Municipality.

The development is attracting increasing interest as a decentralized residential/commercial town centre hub and industrial/business estate, both able to accommodate growing demand.

This demand for mixed use facilities has been demonstrated by the municipality recent-

ly acquiring development rights over five town centre sites that have been identified for social housing opportunities.

The social housing plans are an essential component of this vision, building on the 48,000m² Bridge City shopping centre and the regional magistrate’s court, which are already operational, and the 500-bed regional state hospital, which is under construction and scheduled to open in 2019.

In addition to the state hospital, construction of a 150-bed private hospital and nursing home will commence shortly, while enquiries for further residential, office and destination retail facilities are being processed.

“The whole picture of what we envisioned for Bridge City is now coming together with the development of key sites within the town

centre,” said Brian Ive, the joint venture’s Development Executive responsible for Bridge City.

“Our plans for a functional mixed-use development that combines public sector sites and services and excellent public transport with private sector investment is now almost complete.”

With only a third of the town centre site area - equating to around 91,000m² - still available to developers, competition to take advantage of Bridge City’s unique opportunities is expected to be tight. The scheduled completion of the Bus Rapid Transport infrastructure in March 2017 is further amplifying this demand.

Ive said the remaining sites available for development include a maximum of 300,000m²

of bulk which includes residential use and up to 118,000m² of retail and commercial use.

“We have seen strong interest in the potential for the town centre to attract commuters, consumers and residents in a secure and clean urban environment,” he says.

Alongside established developers, the development’s potential has been recognized by local kwaMashu-based developers who recently bought the rights to develop a sixEnquiry no: 54 storey mixed use building.

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onstruction industry organisation, Master Builders South Africa (MBSA), has called on its members to get firmly behind the transformation goals of the newly released draft construction sector code for black economic empowerment (BEE).

The revised code is in many ways an evolution of the 2009 construction sector code that was repealed by the DTI in February this year.

It sets higher and stricter targets for BEE in terms of ownership, management and procurement among others, while purposely closing many of the loopholes being used for fronting or misrepresenting actual BEE compliance.

MBSA executive director, Roy Mnisi (pictured), said the association wholeheartedly supports the new draft code and believes it is critical to attaining the country’s developmental agenda.

Adoption of the code would broaden economic participation in the industry, while driving growth, job creation, skills development and poverty alleviation, Mnisi said.

“We therefore want to encourage and sup-

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port all our members to adopt and comply with the new code.”

Once gazetted the draft code will be open for comment for a period of 60 days and is expected to be finally gazetted and implemented by October.

“Unlike the previous code, there will not be a lengthy transition period and the Construction Sector Charter Council (CSCC) is moving for a simultaneous adoption upon implementation of the new code. This will ensure that we maintain the positive momentum that was garnered with the old code and move quickly towards our new goals and aspirations.

“Rather than being punitive we want to get behind our members and assist them in whatever way possible to meet the new goals set out by the CSCC. “With the adoption of the new code the construction industry has the opportunity to become a leading beacon in transformation within the country and we want all Master Builders to be part of it,” Mnisi said.

he SA Paint Manufacturing Association T (SAPMA) is planning to introduce a multitiered “Quality Band” packaging system to guide consumers and specificators regarding the quality of various paints for both domestic and commercial projects.

Deryck Spence, executive director of SAPMA, said the move was prompted by a “total lack of cooperation from the SA Bureau of Standards (SABS)”.

He said the SABS paint section had – despite repeated approaches

by SAPMA - been unable to provide an acceptable service to the paint industry and consumers when it came to recognising established international paint specifications in the form of an SABS approval or ‘Mark’.

“Applications for such Marks are exorbitantly expensive and the laboratory testing for these products can take as long as a year to complete,” Spence said.

“When one considers that each paint manufacturer produces at least 10 products for which SABS Marks are available, it is not surprising that few manufacturers can afford the luxury of an SABS Mark, relying instead on their own branding and advertising.”

Making the situation even worse, he said, was the fact that consumers are unable to readily identify the various qualities of paint in the market, which can range, in prices from R1500 to as little as R150 per 20 litre for paint bearing the same labelled description such as ‘Exterior PVA’ paint.

This leads to dissatisfied consumers who justifiably feel that they have been misled when the quality of the paint bought is not what they had expected.

“The development of a SAPMA Multi-tiered Quality Band system will resolve this dilemma in that it will classify standards in a ‘minimum’, ‘medium’ and ‘upper level’ Quality Bands which would be depicted on the packaging by a descriptive shield, and supported by promotional material in-store to enlighten consumers.”

He said the SAPMA Technical Committee would establish the standards under which the Quality Band system would be launched.

The organisation plans to develop an independent SAPMA laboratory to which paint manufacturers can send samples for compliEnquiry no: 56 ance-testing of products.

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Durban trucker beefs up fleet

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New to Lovemore Bros fleet are (left )the new eight axle trailer and the 80tm crane truck (right)

urban-based transport company Lovemore Bros has expanded its fleet with two recent aquisitions, an 80tm crane truck and an eight-axle trailer.

Like all the Lovemore Bros’ crane trucks, the new 80tm truck has a narrow footprint and can fit into tight, restricted spaces with low head room.

The crane is butt-mounted to its subframe which is how the low height is achieved. It has Tridem rear axles on air suspension.

“A lot of effort and care has gone into this new Crane Truck and it has taken six months to build. This is the first time we have built one of these and it will add value in that it has a

beast of a lift and turns on a tickey,” said the company’s Rob Lovemore.

Lovemore said they had ordered a second unit with the same specifications which would be ready by the end of the year.

The company’s second new addition to the fleet, a Faymonville Multimax 8 axle trailer imported from Belgium,

The win-win of remanufacturing

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emanufacturing is gaining traction around the world and local companies in the automotive sector are stepping up their capabilities, driven by market demand.

Frank Rovelli, CEO of Probe, a leader in rotating electrics and batteries in South Africa, says that a variety of reasons, from cost effectiveness to environmental sustainability, make remanufacturing a win-win for companies in the automotive sector and their customers.

“Remanufacturing refers to the rebuilding of old or used products that are regarded as scrap - to the exact specifications and quality of the original, manufactured product,” said Rovelli.

“In the remanufacturing of automotive parts such as starters, alternators and engine cooling fan hubs, this involves sourcing the old product, known as the ‘core’, stripping it back to its singular parts and then carefully rebuilding those parts into a quasi brand new product.”

Probe is one of the few local companies that effectively remanufactures automotive starters and alternators following international standards.

The company’s remanufactured prod-

ucts are referred to as the Probe value-line, and offer the user a good cost effective alternative to a new replacement with the same warranty terms as a new unit.

“In remanufacturing, the part must be completely disassembled, cleaned and examined for wear and breakage,” said Rovelli. “Worn out, missing or non-functioning components are replaced with new or remanufactured components to OEM specifications.”

The part is then reassembled and thoroughly tested for compliance with OEM performance specifications.

“At a time when import costs are exceptionally high in South Africa, it makes business sense to use existing, core products that are old or deemed as scrap, to build these up again into a high-quality yet costeffective product, due to not having attracted import duties.

“This is a saving that can be passed

Calibration centre first for SA

osch has opened B its first calibration centre in South Africa.

Launched recently in Johannesburg, the new centre will not only service Bosch power tools, but also calibrate Bosch measuring instruments from now on.

Bosch Power Tools Brand Manager Sebastian Johannes said calibration was important due to the fact that it improves the accuracy of measuring instruments.

“Accurate measuring instruments, in turn, improve both work and product quality,” he said.

“The hidden costs and risks associated with uncalibrated measuring instruments can be much higher than the cost of calibration itself.”

He recommended that all measuring instruments be calibrated by a reputable company in order to ensure that any measurement errors are within an acceptable range.

The following Bosch products can be calibrated at the new calibration centre: all line and point lasers, optical levels, rotating lasers and receivers.

Calibration entails a comparison between a known measurement (the standard) and the measurement derived from a particular instrument.

“This is done to determine if an instrument’s accuracy is within the acceptable accuracy range specified in the user manuEnquiry no: 59 al,” Johannes said.

onto all tiers of customers, including resellers and the direct public.”

Remanufactured starters and alternators are not only available for motor vehicles but also available for heavy-duty equipment such as bus and truck fleets, farming equipment and construction equipment. “In these markets, rebuilt parts are often the quickest and most satisfactory solution to getting a vehicle back in operation.”

And do customers have concerns about remanufactured parts rather than new? “A properly ‘rebuilt’ automotive part is the functional equivalent of a new part and is virtually indistinguishable from a new part.

“In fact, we are required to clearly label parts as ‘remanufactured’ so that they are not mistakenly accepted as new,” Rovelli said.

Other benefits of remanufacturing include its sustainablity, thanks to reuse of materials, and local job creaEnquiry no: 58 tion.

has been specially engineered and tailored to suit the locomotive, engineering, power and renewable energy industry.

Effectively extending up to 32,5 m on the bottom deck under a payload of 65 tons, the two-stage extension provides a solution to a multitude of transport needs, said Lovemore.

The trailer’s automatic hydraulic rear steering capabilities allows it to negotiate tight corners safely and its remote manual control can be selected where more accurate precision is required.

“Lovemore Bros is a proudly KZN based organisation, and this trailer will be based in Durban,

enabling quick and cost effective mobilisation to our clients,” said company Director, Bruce Lovemore.

Reaching a steering angle of 60 degrees, the eight-axle trailer’s pendle system allows the operator to hydraulically alter the height of the three-point suspension from a minimal height of 700mm to 1.4m, allowing the trailer to navigate difficult road and terrain conditions.

With increased stability and platform leveling possibilities, the pendle system also ensures adjustable load distribution between the gooseneck and first axle allowing for increased tracEnquiry no: 57 tion force.

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KZN posting a homecoming for gas company’s new regional head

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ir Products’s new KwaZuluNatal regional manager, Sugene Vickernand (pictured), has more than two decades of experience in the industrial gas sector. He’s held posts as diverse as driver, stores controller, purchasing, debtors, creditors, sales, customer services, human resources and production.

Over the years he has been based in Durban, Bloemfontein, and Witbank, Port Elizabeth and Cape Town; and has now returned to Durban.

As Regional Sales Manager for KZN, Vickernand manages the commercial and operational portfolio of the business in the region.

The region, which consists of facilities in Pinetown, Empangeni and Newcastle, forms a large part of Air Products South Africa’s operations.

The company hosted a breakfast recently for media and key stakeholders to introduce Vickernand and highlight their commitment to sustainability and growth in local busi-

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Supported by the compay’s national business unit managers, the executive team and support services teams, Vickernand leads the regional teams in terms of business objectives, strategy and planning for both the short and long term.

He currently holds a Marketing and Management Diploma; and is in the process of completing his Masters in Business Administration (MBA). He has also completed several internal courses, including Leadership, SHEQ, and other business process courses.

Vickernand said the company took its CSI responsibilites very seriously. “At Air Products South Africa, we believe in making a difference as early as possible, so we have identified education as an area with the potential of bringing about the most positive change.”

KZN projects include helping to build eight classrooms at the Izazi Secondary School near Newcastle, supporting the Cheshire Homes’ early childhood development efforts and raising funds for the Red Cross and Community Chest.

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New compact switchgear option

ctom MV Switchgear recently developed and introduced a compact version of its new generation AMV12 air-insulated indoor switchgear.

The AMV12 range, rated for 12 kV with current ratings of 1250 A and 2500 A at 31,5 kA in accordance with IEC 62271-200, has proven to be highly successful since its launch into the market in January 2015, the company said.

Over 300 panels have already been sold and supplied to numerous customers, which include Johannesburg’s City Power, the City of Windhoek, Hessequa Municipality (Stilbaai), CONCO and DRA. The supplementary compact version now on offer has been developed specifically for use in instances where space con-

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“Having served in the gas industry for 21 years in various positions and regions, I will apply the learnings of these years to the KZN region and use the experience and knowledge to create initiatives and operational efficiencies for this market,” Vickernand said.

“Another area of importance is to comply with all associated safety standards.”

Air Products supplies and distributes a portfolio of atmospheric gases, specialty gases, performance materials, equipment and services to the Southern African region.

“We touch the lives of consumers in positive ways every day, and serve customers across a wide range of industries,” Vickernand said.

These sectors include food and beverage, mining and petrochemicals, primary metal and steel manufacturers, chemical applications, welding and cutting applications to laboratory applications.

Actom MV Switchgear’s Rhett Kelly (left) and Greg Whyte pose in the business unit’s Knights plant with a compact AMV12 unit

straints apply. The width of a compact panel, which has a current rating of 800 A, is 650 mm, while individual standard AMV12 panels are available in widths of 800 mm and 1000 mm.

“A single compact unit is 18% smaller in width than one of our standard 1250 A rated AMV12 units. This translates into a space saving of between 14% and 18% for a typical switchboard, depending on the busbar rating and mix of compact versus standard units making up the complete switchboard,” said Greg Whyte, the company’s Design and Development Manager.

The new compact unit has been type-tested and certified in accordance with the IEC System for Conformity Testing and Certification of Electrical

and Electronic Components, Equipment and Products Certification Bodies Scheme (The IECEE CB Scheme), the world’s first truly international system for the mutual acceptance of test reports and certificates dealing with the safety of electrical equipment and products.

The type-tests on the compact AMV12 panel assembly, complete with circuit-breaker, earthing switch and cable-side voltage transformer, were carried out overseas through the well-known international certification body TUV Rheinland in January this year.

Rhett Kelly, Actom Switchgear’s Technology Development Specialist said the type-tests comprised full testing for short-circuit performance, dielectric performance, temperature rise performance and internal arc classification.

“In addition to new installations where space constraints may necessitate the use of the compact units, the new product is ideally suited for the upgrading and replacement of existing older generation compact metalenclosed switchgear,” Kelly said.

Actom (Pty) Ltd is the largest manufacturer, solution provider, repairer and distributor of electro-mechanical equipment in Africa,with 40 outlets throughout Southern Africa.

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Radical re-org for sheet metal fabricator

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agnet’s newly established division – Magnet Electrical Projects – offers a critical service to all industries in the electrical and instrumentation sectors, including solutions for hazardous environments.

“Although the Magnet Group has provided a service to support electrical equipment, industrial instrumentation and automation throughout the country for over 20 years, increased demand for expert solutions has led to the establishment of Magnet’s new formalised division,” says Johan Roets, training and site inspection manager, Magnet Electrical Projects. “Four specialist solutions sectors of this division include panels, automation, metering and onsite services.

“Magnet’s onsite services encompass power quality analysis, electrical compliance auditing and power factor correction, as well as onsite electrical installations and the retrofit of air circuit breakers.

“Magnet’s thermal imaging service has been designed to reduce plant breakdowns, minimise costly repairs, optimise the production process and improve safety in the workplace.

By detecting irregularities that are usually invisible to the naked eye, thermal imaging – which is one of the most valuable diagnostic tools for industrial applications - allows corrective action to be taken before costly system failures or fires occur.”

Magnet’s thermal imaging service forms part of a condition monitoring programme to determine when and where maintenance is needed in electrical and mechanical installations and components. By using reliable, non invasive thermal imaging instruments, which are able to scan and visualise the temperature distribution of entire surfaces of machinery and electrical equipment quickly and accurately, preventative action is taken in the event of a fault. Magnet is able to perform inspections, even when systems are under load.

This specialist service encompasses the provision of a full image of each situation and accurate temperature data during the monitoring of high voltage equipment, low voltage cabinets, motors, pumps and high temperature equipment, as well the detection of insulaEnquiry no: 62 tion losses.

heet metal fabricator World Power Products has recently completed a significant re-organisation, a process it says has made it more efficient and competitive.

High-precision, custom-designed sheet metal products and components account for 70% of the company’s production with the balance focused on standard line items including standard mild steel and stainless steel enclosures and cabinets as well as locks and hinges.

While the electrical industry is World Power Products’ primary market, the company’s customer portfolio straddles a wide range of sectors including electronic, mining, petrochemical, power generation, telecommunications, automotive, aviation, medical, military, materials handling, hydraulics and industrial storage.

When Managing Director, Jan Görtzen took over the reins three years ago, assisted by Factory Manager, Igmar van Rie, they recognised the need for change. “Transformation

was crucial to ensure that in a protracted tough economic environment, we maintain our position and competitive edge,” Görtzen said.

“We analysed every aspect of the business in order to identify what processes can be streamlined, where we can work smarter, where we can improve efficiencies and where we can save both time and money so that we could offer our customers the best value for their money.”

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FieldMate is a versatile software program used to configure, adjust, and manage a wide variety of field devices used in factories and other production sites.

The latest version of FieldMate includes new functions that reduce maintenance workload by simplifying a number of field maintenance tasks.

Yokogawa will also release an enhanced version of FieldMate Validator, an optional software tool that is used to verify connections between field instruments and control system I/O devices.

With a number of digital communication standards in use today, plants often have devices from multiple vendors that use different standards. Software tools are thus required that have the versatility to configure, adjust, and manage these devices.

Yokugawa said FieldMate is up to this challenge, thanks to its support of several digital communication standards and its ability to configure, adjust, and manage a variety of devices from different manufacturers.

“With this latest update, FieldMate has become even easier to use and improves the efficiency of field maintenance operations,” the company said.

Previous FieldMate versions could run on Windows 7 PCs and tablets. With release 3.02, FieldMate can now be used on PCs and tablets that run Microsoft’s latest operating system, Windows 10.

This is particularly significant because Windows 7 and 10 tablets are increasingly being used in the field by maintenance perEnquiry no: 63 sonnel.

To gain better control over and streamline these processes, consolidation was one of the first steps in the company’s evolution.

“Consolidation of the entire business on two adjacent properties has given us better control over our processes which has resulted in faster turnaround times for our customers,” said Van Rie, adding that the turnaround time for large volumes is now within two to three weeks.

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New range of high strength geogrids

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ibertex South Africa - distributors in South Africa for the German manufactured Naue Geosynthetics range of geogrids supplies durable PET (polyester) and PP (polypropylene) high-strength geogrid reinforcement materials for all civil engineering applications, including mining, environmental, infrastructure and marine engineering projects.

“Secugrid - a high-performance, soil reinforcement product produced with state-of-the-art manufacturing technology - strengthens naturally unstable soil and subgrades to be able to withstand the loading conditions imposed by modern engineering demands,” says Darryn Meisel, national sales manager, Fibertex South Africa. “Secugrid is available in both biaxial form, for use in basal reinforcement applications and uniaxial form, for use in other markets. These applications comprise mechanically stabilised earth walls, including veneer

stabilisation, the segmental retaining wall market, embankment reinforcement and pile cap platforms.

“Secugrid is available in biaxial grades of up to 80 kN/m (ultimate tensile strength) and in uniaxial grades of up to 400 kN/m, or 1200 kN/m with Secugrid HS. However, realistic design conditions demand a strength transfer in the range of less than 2%, which is the critical factor.”

Geogrid reinforcement decreases the dependency on base course thickness, also extending service life and reducing long-term maintenance needs.

Secugrid is manufactured from extruded monolithic PET or PP strands that are drawn to orientate the polymers into high-tenacity flat bars to achieve a high modulus i.e. high strength at low elongations. This, combined with the NAUE patented welding technology, provides a structurally sound and stable geogrid.

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Furthermore, the surface of the bars is embossed, inducing additional frictional interaction with the soil. This enables the Secugrid to pick up the load transfer quickly through both an interlocking and frictional effect, with little or no movement in the overlying soil materials.

Secugrid is supplied in rolls and is easy to handle; quick and efficient to install, with minimal demand on labour resources. The product is also highly resistant to biological and chemical degradation and installation damage.

Secugrid is a robust reinforcement material that can be easily and safely installed during virtually all weather conditions, without the need for heavy equipment or special construction techniques. Panels are joined and continuity is assured with simple overlaps depending on the application.

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ement plants depend on drive technology that is sufficiently robust to provide reliable operation in demanding applications and challenging environments.

SEW-Eurodrive upgrades and supplies reliable gear units and drives for this industry.

S E W Eurodrive business development manager for heavy industrial solutions, Steffen Reiblein, notes that cement plant operators can benefit from an innovative partnership with such a global drive technology manufacturer, as it is not only offers drive solutions, but also ongoing service and support.

“Having the backing of our company’s global presence enables us to provide support, regardless of where any new plant is constructed. We can also accommodate international cement groups.”

SEW-Eurodrive is a global player, with a product range and application knowledge allowing it to provide innovative engineering solutions from Greenfield projects to retrofits on existing plants. Its drive technology has been used on such notable projects as the construction of a new ± 6 000 tpd cement plant in Limpopo Province.

“SEW-Eurodrive South Africa carried out the cold commissioning at the Limpopo plant to guarantee that all the drive technology was installed correctly and ready to run,” Reiblein said.

SEW-Eurodrive has partnered with many prestigious names in the cement industry to design and install upgraded long-distance limestone reclaimers at various plants in order to increase efficiency, reduce maintenance and improve performance and operation.

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Homegrown smart controller dectects 15 different gases

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eveloped to meet specific requirements for gas monitoring at fixed locations, the locally made ESI Smart Sensor incorporates unique design features that, the manufacturer claims, effectively address the shortcomings of conventional sensor instrumentation.

This unit features a localised display of sensor information. A single controller can measure 15 different gases; typically including oxygen (02), carbon dioxide (CO2), flammable gases such as methane (CH4) and combustible gases such as carbon monoxide (CO).

The Smart Sensor can also accommodate other sensors with analogue outputs, such as air velocity sensors or smoke detectors.

Ingress protection on the Smart Sensor exceeds IP56 and the instrument carries SANS IEC 60079 Part 0:2005, SANS IEC 60079 Part 11: 2007 and IEC 60529 (IP code) approvals. Also certified as EXia T4 Intrinsically Safe, the unit’s dimensions are 265 x 150 x 60 mm and it weighs 1.8 kg.

The ESI Smart Sensor is available from Booyco Electronics.

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Super laykold is a paintable bitumen emulsion which is used together with a.b.e. membrane to provide a liquid waterproofing system ideal for waterproofing areas such as flashings, parapet walls, flat roofs, and also for sealing joints, laps, and screws on corrugated roofs.

The company, which has a factory in Durban, is part of the Chryso Southern Africa Group.

Elrene Smuts, a.b.e.'s Communications Manager, said super laykold's advantages included the fact it’s an all-in-one system which generally does not require the use of separate primers, it has excellent adhesion and is tough, flexible and nontoxic.

It can also safely be used in potable water conditions, and is koi fish-friendly.

The company also supplies super laykold in tape format, which makes application of the waterproofing product easier .

"The tape is self-adhesive so the home improver simply has to peel and stick it on areas that need to be sealed," Smuts said.

The bituminous tape has a laminated aluminium reflective facing that seals and repairs leaky fibre cement or galvanised

roof sheeting, holes and overlaps, valley gutters, downpipes, roof screws, pipe vents, ridging and capping. The tape is supplied in roll form in various widths and lengths.

To add to the super laykold family, a.b.e. recently launched super laykold paintable tape, a flexible, bitumen-modified, selfadhesive tape embedded with a stitch bond non-woven fabric.

It can be painted with a.b.e.’s super laycryl, a.b.e.’s silvakote eco or any high quality exterior flexible paint.

The paintable tape is available in 10m rolls and widths of 100mm and 250mm for counter flashing of bitumen torch-applied membranes, waterproofing parapet walls, flat roof waterproofing repairs, waterproofing of metal roof joints, laps and roof screws, pipe dressings and sealing of roof ridge capping.

Smuts said the company has expanded the range further with super laykold spray and seal, a rubberised waterproofing in a 400ml spray can.

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ig Lift Trucks (BLT) has been appointed distributors in Africa for MDS International, global specialists in trommel screens and apron feeders.

“BLT’s carefully structured expansion programme encompasses a strategy to extend the company’s range of materials handling equipment to meet exact market demand in Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands,” said Ken Mouritzen, Managing Director, BLT. “MDS trommels and apron feeders, which are also available from BLT on a fully serviced rental basis, are designed especially for mineral pro-

cessing and recycling applications.

“These flexible systems are used to remove the small fraction, or fines, from a waste stream, to make the remaining material easier to handle for the operatives or processing equipment.”

Trommels are used in the classification of solid waste, treatment of waste water and recovery of valuable minerals from raw materials. They are also used in the screening process of composts and in food industries, trommel screens sort dry foods of different sizes and shapes.”

MDS trommels can be designed

and manufactured to exact specifications and vary in terms of dimensions of the trommel width, diameter and aperture of holes.

The size of fines removed by the trommel screen is predetermined by the holes in the trommel drum and varies depending on the operation, waste stream, volume of material and product specifications.

Heavy duty MDS trommels, which are available as mobile and stationary units, have output capacities between 250 and 1 000 Tons per hour and can handle rock size up to 1,5 m.

BLT also supplies an extensive range of container handling equipment, as well as variable reach trucks, mobile container handlers and terminal tractors.

Automated bulk handling systems include link conveyors, grab hoppers, surface feeders, radial boom stackers and mobile shiploaders.

The company offers a technical advisory, spare parts and maintenance service throughout Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands.

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New standard in compact forklifts

he latest addition to the Toyota Forklift range now available to the Southern African market, the Toyota 8FBE three-wheeled counterbalance electric forklift, has set a new standard for compact forklifts.

Recognised as one of the most versatile forklifts available in the market, this new series of compact forklifts is an exciting addition to the smaller end of the forklift range offered by Toyota Forklift, part of Eqstra Industrial Equipment (“EIE”), Quality engineering and strategic positioning of motors and controllers sees the 8FBE forklift achieve a high water resistance rating of IPX4, meaning it can work as comfortably outside as it does inside.

The new frame with a new shape counterweight and extended sides reduce the risk of collision damage during turns. With a compact body and turning performance that results in superior operability in narrow workplaces, the Forklift offers customers exceptional manoeuvrability with stability. This is combined with higher levels of energy efficiency from newly developed motors and drive controllers, which minimize energy loss as well as increase operating time by as much as 20%.

For enhanced stability and safety, the 8FBE adds automatic vehicle-speed and turnspeed control to Toyota Forklift’s unique and powerful System of Active Stability (SAS) feature-set, which already includes active mast front-tilt angle, active mast tilt speed control, automatic fork-levelling control and active steering synchroniser.

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transporting loads by managing the acceleration, deceleration, and speed of the forklift based on the lift height and load weight.

The automatic turn-speed control, working in a similar manner, takes the desired turning radius into account, controlling the forklift’s movement around a corner.

Other safety features include the double rear tyres, the Operator Presence Sensing System (OPS) and, another first and optional feature, the blue beam of light which appears on the ground to inform pedestrians of the forklift’s presence.

The advanced ergonomics of the 8FBE includes a large assist grip, low step and footactivated parking brake for ease of entrance and exit from the cabin, while the anti-rollback enables smoother startup on slopes. The small diameter wheel and rear pillar assist grip, contribute to smooth load handling and traveling experience.

Other features standard to the 8FBE include an operator restraint system (ORS) seat and a lattice-designed overhead guard, while optional extras includes the Toyota warehouse and information system also known as Toyota I_Site.

The 8FBE is available in 1, 1.3, 1.5, 1.8 and 2 tonne models.

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Bright idea boosts LED production B eka Schréder has increased its average production rate of LED luminaires by 50% through four new semi-automated manual production systems (MPS) supplied by Tectra Automation at its Olifantsfontein factory.

The production line replaces a more batch-oriented configuration for the assembly of four recently designed LED light ranges used for street, highway and outdoor facilities lighting.

Tectra Automation supplied an MPS for each range as part of a turnkey project that included the design, supply, factory acceptance testing, integration and commissioning of the MPS, as well as its electrical installation.

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All production line lifting and lowering requirements are achieved through a maintenance-free pneumatic system.

Tectra Automation supplied valves, pneumatic actuators, air supply units and filtration systems.

“We used the new Aventics AV03 valve to control each pneumatic cylinder. This valve is ideally suited to these types of applications because of its compact, neat, all-in-one functionality.”

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Among the most popular machines on display were the 885B grader, the 821F wheel loader and the CX210B crawler excavator, though there was something for everyone with a wide range of light equipment available, including the 570T backhoe-loader and SR175 skid steer.

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The MPS’ were installed over a threeweek period at the end of November 2015, with other necessary changes to production prepared and implemented during the year-end shutdown.

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Emerson recently announced the release of the Rosemount 975 flame detectors, a complete line of optical flame detectors designed to perform in the harshest environmental conditions and connect directly to alarm or automatic fire extinguishing systems.

“When you’re concerned with protecting lives and the future of your operations, you need an optimum solution for each facility and location,” said Lara Kauchak, Vice President and General Manager for flame and gas detection, Emerson. "We believe this comprehensive new line of flame detectors provides the reliability and functionality to meet all of our customers’ flame detection coverage needs.”

The new line incorporates a variety of flame detection technologies that will provide optimal coverage for a wide range of process industries, including upstream oil and gas installations, chemical plants, and refineries.

Multi-spectrum infrared sensor technology detects hydrocarbon fuel and gas fires as well as “invisible” hydrogen fires with wide area coverage and strong false alarm immunity.

Integrated ultraviolet and infrared sensor technology rapidly detects hydrocarbon-based fuel and gas fires, hydroxyl and hydrogen fires, as well as metal and inorganic fires with robust false alarm immunity.

Built to be extremely durable and weather-resistant, the Rosemount 975 flame detectors feature heated windows for operation in harsh weather conditions, such as snow, ice, or condensation; broad operating temperature ranges from -67ºF to 185ºF (-55ºC to 85ºC); and multiple output options for maximum flexibility and compatibility.

Approved to Safety Integrity Level (SIL) 2 (TÜV), the detectors can even be tested in-field with a specially designed flame simulator at distances of up to 40 feet (12 meters) from the detector, eliminating the need for personnel to stand on scaffolding or supports to access it.

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Quality adds zest to panel plant’s growth recipe T he Zest WEG Group’s ISO certified panel building facility in Cape Town has expereinced “phenomenal growth” since it’s establishment in 2014, the group said.

Marthinus Greeff, Zest WEG’s Cape Town branch manager, attributed this to quality workmanship and the fact that the panels meet all the requisite electrical standard requirements.

Panels are typically used to control processes across a wide range of industries including mining, water and wastewater, irrigation, HVAC, food and beverage, fishing, engineering and heavy industrial sector.

According to Greeff, a key differentiator for Zest WEG customers is the level of expertise and experience of the team, coupled with the ability to engineer fit-for-purpose solutions.

This, he said, enables the company to provide the most appropriate process control solution, accounting

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“The type of environment One of the recent customwhere a panel will be installed ised solutions supplied by the is important as different induspanel building facility was a try sectors have different motor control centre for a minsafety and protection requireing operation in Africa. These ments. An example would be panels were type tested and mitigation against the higher fully compliant with IEC 61439levels of potential corrosion 2 Edition 1/SANS 61439. that are experienced in the “Given that this panel was petrochemical sector,” said being exported cross border, Greeff. it was essential that the workOther factors such as voltmanship and quality was of age irregularities, which can the highest standards and that Assembly of a variable frequency drive panel impact on an installation, can it would essentially be a plug (VFD) be overcome by ensuring that and play solution that could be appropriate protection measinstalled and commissioned by ures are implemented. speed drives, soft starters and power a contractor in that particular country.

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“Pre-commissioning is a standard tions range from simple DOL (direct “An emphasis on custom built procedure at Zest WEG Group and online) and Star Delta panels up solutions that cater for the specific ensures that high end quality prodto complete motor control solutions customer requirement is ensured ucts are delivered to customers,” which could include PLCs, variable by leveraging the vast experience, Greeff said.

“Being able to supply a complete range of low voltage type tested Motor Control Centres (MCC), distribution boards, drive panels and starters directly from our Cape Town facility enables us to provide our customers with a complete WEG solution.”

The company has access to a wide range of product solutions through WEG’s range of robust and reliable low voltage switchgear and variable speed drives. The products are engineered to work together and this compatibility affords the end user assurance in terms of optimum performance and reliability.

In addition, ongoing research and development at WEG means that the latest technology has been incorporated into its product range, allowing for seamless integration of the latest IE3 motors with WEG’s current range of switchgear.

Rail remanufacturer eyes a berth in the marine industry

aving made significant strides in the South African railway market, Metric Automotive Engineering is ready to introduce its premium diesel engine and component remanufacturing service to the marine industry.

Andrew Yorke, the company’s operations director believes the company has the opportunity to introduce the shipping industry to the latest technologies and methods available in the international engine and components remanufacturing sector, while restoring faith in South Africa’s own salvaging capabilities.

He said a major differentiator for the company was its ongoing investment in the dedicated equipment that is needed to provide a thorough and quality remanufacturing service.

“Years of experience in this indus-

the engine block’s main bearing housings, thereby removing the additional stresses introduced into the block through the conventional welding process. All line bore remanufacturing work is certified with laser alignment certificates.

The company’s facility in Johannesburg also features a threeaxis computer numerical controlled machining centre.

This unit, one of only 11 operating worldwide, provides consistent accuracy levels and has the capacity to handle 6,5-metreg blocks with ease.

The company’s facility is also home to several specialised machines that are able to remanufacture surfaces and bores of large blocks; this complements its dedicated comprehensive block remanufacturing operations.

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acker Neuson recently expanded its product range of internal vibrators for concrete compaction with the launch of a new flexible IRFUflex system.

Within the range of concrete compaction, Wacker Neuson presented three high quality product lines of internal vibrators at Bauma.

The company said this allows customers to choose a product from the Basic line (HMS) with simple comfort, the Economy line for standard applications (IE/IEC) or the Premium line for comprehensive comfort, maximum service life and the broadest performance range (IRFU/IREN).

The modular premium system IRFUflex is entirely new to the product range. It is part of the time-tested IRFU series of the Premium line and combines many product advantages into one flexible system.

“Thanks to the innovative modular principle and the sturdy coupling system, it allows the end user to operate various vibrator heads with just one converter unit."

"Replacement is done in a few simple steps, which results in significant time savings,” the company said.

Vibrator heads with diameters between 30 and 57 millimeters can be connected to a single converter unit. The protective hose belonging to the vibrator head has standard lengths of 5 and 10 m, but can also be manufactured in any length from 0.5 - 10 m at the customer’s request.

The uncomplicated change-over between the different vibrator heads makes it possible for the end user of the IRFUflex to adjust the movement radius and to vary the action radius when working with reinforcing steel mesh of various mesh sizes.

The company said IRFUflex offers particular advantages to rental park operators and large contractors.

The modular system with just one converter unit and several vibrator heads saves costs for acquisition, maintenance and storage.

The appropriate unit can be individually assembled for every rental customer or any application.

This offers maximum flexibility and increases the economic efficiency and utilisation.

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Wheel women: Trucking’s no longer a man’s game

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ou would expect this to be a man’s game, but a surprising number of women truck drivers work for Engen, whose driver programme has – since 2006 - seen females compete successfully with males in this exacting environment.

The petroleum company’s National Transport Manager, Llewelyn Snyman said there was nothing stopping women from competing successfully in the profession.

“We recruit drivers from around the country and they arrive with an EC Code Licence. If they are selected, we put them through our Professional Driver Learnership Programme to equip them with the necessary skills and mindsets to transport diesel, petrol or paraffin.

“Thanks to our Bulk Truck Operator (BTO) Instructors who provide the dangerous goods training as well as mentoring and coaching, they emerge with a Professional Drivers Permit and are ready to join our team.”

Working out of Engen’s Langlaagte Depot, Palesa Modiselle began driving large rigs for Fast and Fresh before joining Engen in 2006.

With Engen she has been given the opportunity to study Business and Transport Management.

Engen women drivers, Palesa Modiselle Tebogo Sekowe and Nomagugu Dlamini Now 37-years-old, Palesa, describes herself as “very single” and finds driving fun. “I like the fact that the job is challenging: while it is a big responsibility, it’s great for someone who likes her own company and being in control.”

Palesa would not miss night shifts though, and has ambitions of becoming a transport analyst in the future.

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Also from Langlaagte is Tebogo Sekowe who completed her learnership in 2009. She was was employed on a permanent basis in 2010.

The 38-year-old is married without children. “I enjoy competing within a predominantly male team, whilst also enjoying the solitude of life on the road.”

Her colleague Nomagugu Dhlamini, who joined Engen in 2009, commends the company for its employee benefits such as medical aid, pension and school, car and housing support. “Also, the amazing quality of Engen’s Professional Driver Learnership meant I quickly got a Code 14 and opportunity to drive dangerous goods, which is very challenging and rewarding.”

Nomagugu, 42, recognises that this kind of tough work is a man-sized job, and that it takes a lot out of a driver. She says she would welcome moving into an office position, once she gets to the end of her road.

Engen’s Pretoria Terminal Manager, Kebone Dlamini appreciates the commitment she sees in Engen’s women drivers. “You get a sense that they are working for their families and that they are proud of what they do. These women

are certainly on the same level, professionally as their male counterparts.”

Highly experienced and skilled, Rebecca Mangwane began driving trucks in 1981 and has been selected twice for Engen’s Driver of the Year Competition, winning the ‘best firefighter’ section in 2010. With four children and six grandchildren, Rebecca remains passionate about her job.

“I love my job and being on the road,” she explains. “I also appreciate that Engen gives us enough time off to rest and charge our batteries. I always have peace of mind as a result of the company’s constant focus on safety.

There is no margin for error in our game.”

Looking ahead, Llewelyn Snyman believes that as traditional family roles become redefined, many more women will take up the challenge of transporting dangerous goods. “Soon we will see more female faces behind the wheels as they drive day and night between depots and service stations. After all, our women drivers have proven themselves and shown that they can compete well with the guys. They embrace our company values and Enquiry no: 78 are dedicated to Engen.”

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Pail Pac recently took delivery of two E18 Linde Electric trucks for their warehouse in Durban. Linde said it was excited about the opportunity of forging a rewarding relationship between the respective companies and are looking forward to great service and collaboration. Pictured at the handover are from left: Colin Chetty Warehouse Manager, Pail Pac; Pat Pillay Product Support, Linde Material Handling, Durban and Devin Geyser Area Sales Manager, Linde Material Handling, Durban.

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e rco has delivered eight new truck bodies to Compass Medical Waste Services to add to the six built for them last year.

Compass, a leader in the waste services industry, is a company which sets high standards in connection with vehicle body build and specifications, Serco said.

With this in mind, Serco took into account the objective of the clients and their need to maintain high environmental standards – and stringent safety legislative requirements.

The bodies in turn had to safeguard the health and safety of the employees, customers, suppliers and stakeholders of Compass Medical Waste Services as well as incorporate sustainable features

wherever feasible.

Three of the larger vehicles included a roofmounted solar panel system, which powers the tail lift and eliminates the need to idle the truck during collections. The system also provides power for a camera and tracking system.

Further features of the bodies included load restraining rails, straps, a cargo net for containers and storage bins, a trolley fitted to the interior door, a spillage kit box for chemicals and cleaning equipment, and a Hazchem document holder.

The rear doors are fitted with a clawtainer for added security and the rear sill has been raised to prevent spillage of liquids while in transit.

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FAW-ard looking truck choice for Durban medical supplier

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or Durban medical equipment maker New Horizons Metal, running its own dedicated delivery vehicle makes both financial and logistical sense.

The medium-sized enterprise based in Briardene, north of the city, specialises in manufacturing hospital furniture, such as medical trollies, carts, gurneys or other wheeled stretchers, almost all types of metal medical equipment required for a clinically sterile environment.

“We work mainly with stainless steel or aluminium, and easy-to-clean padded top equipment, such as examination tables for clinics and doctors’ rooms,” said Sagren Naidoo, a partner in the family-owned business.

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adjustable steering column and airconditioning system.

“A comfortable driver is a better driver. We’re seeing cost-effective driving with low fuel consumption, low wear and tear and good vehicle condition all round, with the FAW,” Naidoo said.

Further adding to driver safety, the truck comes standard with ABS with automatic slack adjusting brakes.

According to FAW Vehicle Manufacturers SA, the 15.180FL is aggregated to a gross combination mass of 24 tonne. With a GVM of 15 tonne the vehicle provides a healthy 8 tonne payload depending on the body configuration.

New Horizons Metals are using it with a modified fuel tank, enlarged to cover a longer delivery range and to cut down refuelling stops.

“We also needed to secure both our load, the driver safety and our vehicle.

For these reasons we installed a small number of extras, some of which include an anti-tampering fuel cap and special battery security cover,” Naidoo said.

Another accessory which New Horizons says is a boon for the drivers is the lockable toolbox, which is not only handy for carrying the normal mechanical vehicle equipment, but also used by the driving team as a safe personal storage space during rest stops or when overnighting between

New scrubber cleans up with ‘nano technology’

oscor Cleaning Equipment, part of the Goscor Group of Companies, recently released a new generation compac walk-behind scrubber from the well-known Tennant range of cleaning equipment products.

Called the T300, the scrubber introduces enhanced operator ergonomics and exclusive ‘nano’ technology to meet the cleaning needs of a diverse range of environments, the company said.

Goscor Cleaning Equipment’s General Manager, Greg Venter, said the new T300 range was the first to include the next generation of successful, sustainable cleaning technology, known as ec-H2O NanoClean.

“Like the original ec-H2O, ec-H2O NanoClean technology electrically converts water into an innovative cleaning solution that cleans effectively, saves money and reduces environmental impact compared to daily floor cleaning chemicals,” he said.

“This converted water is created by an on-board e-cell that gener-

ates millions of microscopic bubbles— nanobubbles—per milliliter of solution.

These nanobubbles then promote the cleaning efficacy of the solution.”

TheT300 and T300e Walk-Behind Scrubbers offer a selection o f multiple machine configurations to optimise cleaning performance across many hard surface conditions. Configurations include single disk, orbital, dual disk, and dual cylindrical options.

The machine includes an integrated LCD touchscreen that provides simplified operation, as well as programmable zone settings, supervisor lock-out capabilities and on-board/ondemand videos to take the guess work out of the cleaning process.

Other key features that differentiate the T300 range is the improved and convenient hygenic tank, which allows

legs on the various country-wide routes.

“One of the more important issues for us was the transparency with which FAW was prepared to deal with us and their truck body-builder, RAM Bodies who produced the exceptional 2,6m x 2,6m x extra-length 7,5m mild steel (0,8mm thick) closed box body. Their dealings were honest and open and we appreciated this very much,” Naidoo said.

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According to Venter, this new range from Tennant combines high performance, lower operating costs, operator easeof-use and innovative features to help protect health and safety.

“This customisable and flexible cleaning solution is ideal for multiple applications across the retail, hospitality, facilities management and other commercial environments.” v Enquiry no: 82

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Naidoo said that as a wholesaler to clinics and hospitals and retailer to doctors and specialists the company did most its own distribution, only contracting out to third-party courier or break-bulk services were delivery logistics and costs are warranted or at preferred cost ratios.

“We are running the FAW 15.180FL for our delivery to points which are in far-flung, rural areas and which are either out of reach of normal courier services or where costs indicate a saving in using our own vehicles.”

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Seen recently at a Lifting Equipment Engineers Association of SA event were:

Ken Greenwood, LEEASA Chairman; Russel Boschoff and Harris Naidoo, both CMCO Material Handling

Surita Marx, Lifting Africa; Ruwaida Mahomeel and Rishi Mungroo, both Elcon Cranes

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Seen at the opening of Technical Finishes new premises were:

Aubrey Beard, Servochem; Rod Parker, Technical Finishes and Les Message, Evonik Africa

Seen at a recent Lovemore Bros Open Day and product launch event were:

Warren van der Sloot, Lovemore Bros; Kathy Piper and Lindi Liebenberg, Sally Ingham & Associates; Shirly Smit, Goscor Access Rental and Kelly Schreiber, Lovemore Bros

Luke Smith, Lovemore Bros; Paul Mackerduth, Thoroughtec; Jerry Munsamy and Vaughan Billson, Lovemore Bros and Hugo Van Schalkwyk, Sivest

Goscor recently hosted a charity golf day, raising over R120 000 for CANSA. Seen at the event were:

Ian Glass, Unitrans; Alan Mac Ashlin, RB Logistics; Mike Keats, Warren Newell and Jonathan Rall, Goscor and Les Horwood, PSC

Back: Craig Boshoff and Steve Hendey, Real Telematics; Norman Christofolos, In 2 Assets Properties; Ian Nash and Nike Nicholls, Exclusive Logistics Solutions Front: Derek Holmes, Exclusive Logistics Solutions

Kevin Norris, CSC; Devlyn Botha, VPS; Yvette Watters, Technical Finishes; Tyron Botha, VFS and Ian Harrison, Technical Finishes

Seen at the monthly SAIMC meeting were:

Rodney Piaray, Clariant; Gift Chikoore, Autotronix; Maclean Mguti, Royal Haskoning DHV and Ntobeko Myaka, Hosaf

Seen at FMI (Financial Management International), Critical Illness cover launch were: Craig Harding MD of Bidvest Insurance Group, Brad Torrien CEO of FMI, Mark Paton MD of Bidvest Insurance Group and Gary Baranov General Manager – Strategic Finance and Acquisitions Bidvest Insurance Group

Kevin Boch, Jaishree Naidoo and Michael Randall

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Gary Friend, Extech Safety Systems; Kevin Welch, UIC; John Willlis, Illovo Sugar and Lindelani Mzimela, Engen Refinery