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Let’s get moving AFTER THE FESTIVE SEASON, I think it is safe
even bigger and better that ever before. So, hardware
to say that everyone is back at work and motivated
retailers, keep 16-18 March free – this is one event you
for the year ahead. The markets are showing
cannot afford to miss.
positive signs of life after the election of Cyril Ramaphosa as new ANC president. We can only wait to see how he and the party’s new policies
As you already know we feature a commercial
good start.
and again. This has now developed into a larger
In the February issue we report back on EST’s
EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS
serve plays an important part in the economy
John Stanley, Jurek Leon
and one that involves everyone in one way or another. The smallest paint
Marley also awarded some of its loyal employees
retailers to the largest wholesaler
who have been with them for a decade or more.
need some mode of transport
DISTRIBUTION & SUBSCRIPTIONS Felicity Garbers Email: felicity.garbers@newmediapub.co.za UPDATE YOUR DETAILS HERE Web: www.diytradenews.co.za
or fleet management support
a majority stake in Index Construction Systems
– from small bakkies to truck
and Products, a leading manufacturer of roofing
and trailer, maintenance,
and waterproofing systems headquartered close
accessories, financing, insurance,
to Verona, Italy. Locally, Permoseal expanded
materials handling
on its range of products and recently procured
automation and
Perma Products.
much more.
The largest International Hardware Fair is taking
Justin Lavers Tel: 083-376-3171 Email: justin.lavers@newmediapub.co.za
section. The reason for this is simple – the industry we
breakfast which took place at the end of 2017.
Others acquired new business. Sika has secured
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with lots of news and happenings in the industry.
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will impact on business, but at least we’ve seen a The DIY team hit the ground running this year
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