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LIFTING EQUIPMENT ENGINEERING ASSOCIATION OF SA

• A recognised ECSA Voluntary Association (VA) •

LEEASA is a fully-fledged association devoted to the lifting industry across Southern Africa. Members hale from the crane, forklift, mobile elevated work platform, aerial and suspended access platform, chain hoists, rigging and lifting tackle arenas, etc. Primarily devoted to the LMI’s (Lifting Machinery Inspectors), and LME’s (Lifting Machinery Entities), the association considers safety paramount. As such it serves in an advisory capacity to the SABS, the Department of Labour, various training bodies and the industry at large. LEEASA is recognised by ECSA as a voluntary association.

What’s in it for you:

As an Individual member who is registered as a Lifting Machinery Inspector (LMI), you may qualify for any concessionary fee granted by ECSA (this could save you over R1 000 a year).

and other training courses accredited by the association attract ECSA CPD points.

ECSA registered LEEASA members are awarded one Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit each year. CPD is an ECSA requirement to retain registration.

Members benefit from the collective power of a recognised and established association and collective co-ordination in dealing with authorities in policy making and matters concerning the industry.

Members obtain a discount on LEEASA seminars. Both these

LEEASA has some 650 members (Individuals and Companies).

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LEEASA Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations LEEASA Mine Health & Safety Act and Regulations LEEASA Lifting Equipment Inspection & Legal Compliance Register

Available for purchase online at www.leeasa.co.za

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LIFTING EQUIPMENT ENGINEERING ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH AFRICA Head Office: 8 Boris Road, Bordeaux, Randburg, Johannesburg Tel: 074 900 8378 • www.leeasa.co.za Secretary: Arni Sommer • email: arni@leeasa.co.za

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The South African Institute of Materials Handling

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The South African Institute of Materials Handling (SAIMH) is a Non-Profit organisation set up with an objective to encourage the transfer of knowledge associated within the fields of Bulk Materials Handling (conveyors, stacker, reclaimers, tipplers, train loading systems, etc.) through a combination of seminars and networking sessions.

The SAIMH is made up of professional engineers, each practising their trade in a variety of organisations who volunteer their time to execute the SAIMH’s objective. The main aim is thus to promote the advancement of the art, science, theory and practice of the Bulk Materials Handling principles and techniques.

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Hagglunds Drives SA (Pty) Ltd Hansen Transmissions SA (Pty) Ltd Hatch Goba (Pty) Ltd lllustech J & A Engineering Services Kimrae Engineering Prolects Loadtech Load Cells (Pty) Ltd MacsteelVRN Martin Engineering Melco Conveyor Equipment Morris Material Handling SA (Pty) Ltd

Osborn Engineered Products (Pty)Ltd PD Engineering Services cc PH Projects Holdings (Pty) Ltd Rio Carb (Pty) Ltd Sandvik Materials Handling Africa Screw Conveyors & Material Handling Senet SEW Eurodrive Spar Western Cape SSAB South Africa (Pty) Ltd Tenova Zest Electric Motors (Pty) Ltd

Tel: (011) 867-0902  Fax: (011) 867-0036  Email: saimh@global.co.za  www.saimh.co.za

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

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

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

www.scaw.co.za

More than steel.

Time will tell, but they are hoping that leads will become firm business opportunities in the months ahead

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Conveyor Manufacturers Association

The Conveyor Manufacturers Association membership, serving the bulk materials handling industry, comprises companies who design, manufacture and commission complete conveyor systems. Membership also includes manufacturers and suppliers of components for use in conveyor systems.

The members are required to maintain a high level of technical expertise and service within their organisations, as well as an effective after sales service. Further they must be companies of stature, fully capable of honouring any warranty claim that may arise.

Chris Townsend

CMA, Tel: (011) 888-7163 www.cmasa.co.za

The S A Institute of Materials Handling

The SAIMH coordinates and promotes the advancement of the art and science, theory and practice of materials handling principles and techniques.

The SAIMH aims to encourage improved handling efficiency in all sectors of commerce and industry, and to maintain and expand training facilities, foster research where necessary and provide facilities for the exchange of knowledge, techniques and experience, locally, nationally and internationally. They also aim to increase the number of technically competent materials handing and materials management practitioners. www.saimh.co.za

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Perfect Conveyor Belt Solutions for the Power Generation Industry Requirements in the Power Generation Industry can differ greatly. Conveyor Belts have to stand the test in widely diverse work environments, from ship or train unloading, over internal transportation, storage, incinerator feeding to ash return and desulfurization. ContiTech offers complete solutions in premium quality, from textile, steel-cord, solid woven and special-purpose belts through to service materials and services.

conveying excellence

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TRUST THE NUMBERS SANDVIK 365. PARTS AND SERVICE YOU CAN COUNT ON. Today’s mass mining operations create unprecedented demands for conveying bulk materials.

You need to move more tons – safer, faster and at less cost than ever before.

We’ve engineered a solution to help keep your conveyors moving 365 days a year. Sandvik HR185, our latest generation all-composite roller, is safer, quieter and more economical than traditional steel rollers. The new roller is up to 55 percent lighter and generates 50 percent less noise than competing steel rollers. They also cost up to 20 percent less to own due to easier maintenance and lower energy demands.

Learn more about how to keep your ore moving at mining.sandvik.com/en/services.

Test results are to be considered as results reached under certain and controlled test conditions.

These test results should not be treated as specifications and Sandvik does not guarantee, warrant or represent the outcome of test results in any or all circumstances.

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Industrial strike action. Lost time due to rain.

Project delivered 6 months ahead of schedule.

Impossible?

Not for DRA.

In one year, DRA delivered 6 platinum concentrators to various clients in Africa, resulting in a total processing capacity of 670 Ktpm. As one of the industry’s leading concentrator and mining experts, DRA can proudly attest to satisfied clients in all areas of the platinum industry.

It’s just another way DRA delivers through all circumstances.

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Extraordinary Possibilities

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COMPREHENSIVE CONVEYING SOLUTIONS Overland. In-Plant. Pipe. Chain. Pneumatic. You name it.

From assessing viability to turnkey and project-managed materials handling contracts for major clients worldwide, we back our offering with comprehensive aftermarket and life extension services.

Services provided include system feasibility studies, design, engineering, project management, construction and commissioning of all types of conveyor systems.

Mining. Stockyards. Ports. Power Stations. Food Processing. You name it.

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TEL E-MAIL WEB

: +27 (11) 864 1643 : pulleys@bosworth.co.za : www.bosworth.co.za

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SPILLAGE CONTROL = COST CONTROL

MODEL E505 ANGLE PLOUGHS

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MODEL E905 HEAD PULLEY BELT SCRAPERS

MODEL E405 V-PLOUGHS

KEYSKIRT ®

MODEL E255 SECONDARY BELT SCRAPER

CHUTE SEALING SYSTEMS

HEAVY DUTY HI-IMPACT SYSTEMS

UNIVERSAL & COMBINATION FEEDBOOTS

BELT TRACKING SYSTEMS

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Endorsed by: CMA • LEEASA SAIMechE • SAIMH

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Hannes Kotze, Martin Engineering

Fritz Kotze, Martin Engineering

Figure 1. Zwick tester schematic (overhead view)

Figure 2. TCAB tester schematic (overhead view)

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Breakfast meetings, working lunches, indoor or outdoor dining, half-day and full-day packages including all welcome refreshments, teas and lunches are offered in Standard, Gold and Platinum packages.

Secure parking, business centre, fibre optic broadband AV, lockable space, all underpinned by highly qualified and helpful staff dedicated to ensuring your event is a success, make The Peartree a destination of choice.

www.thepeartree.co.za e-mail: info@thepeartree.co.za Tel: 011 781 1401 41 St. Albans Ave, Craighall Park

TEST MATERIAL

HARDNESS (Shore A)

DENSITY (g/cm3)

DIN# (Zwick / 53 516)

A-9 Polyurethane

90

1.27

50.8

Rubber

65

1.24

130.4

Tungsten Carbide

NA

14.81

0.3

Test Belt

70

1.24

205.7

Table 1. Test samples

Figure 3. Energy loss ditribution for a long, flat conveyor

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Clean dry Belt Run 1

Clean dry Belt Run 2

SBC 2 Normal run 1

SBC 2 Normal run 1

SBC 2 Over tensioned

SBC 1 Normal run 1

SBC 1 Over Tension

SBC 1 at Head Pully

Various Products Dry Belt

Various Products Wet Belt

Amp (A)

28.1452

28.18

29.86

28.79

29.52

28.15

30.09

29.71

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28.83

Volts (V)

228.4317

232.87

233.08

230.74

229.21

229.15

227.19

231.71

231.04

229.85

Power (Kw)

6.429

6.562

6.960

6.643

6.766

6.451

6.836

6.884

7.162

6.627

Power draw (Kwh)

0.0388

0.0296

0.0464

0.0435

0.052

0.0409

0.0582

0.0471

0.0597

0.0456

Table 2. Measured average power consumption

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Figure 4. Power draw (kWh)

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Figure 5. Power (kW)

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Tel no. +27 (0)10 210 4000 • flsm-za@flsmidth.com • www.flsmidth.com

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Nico Pienaar of Aspasa (Aggregate and Sand Producers Association of South Africa)

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27 – 30 September 2017 JHB Expo Centre, Nasrec The most valuable value proposition for the Logistics Sector Be part of the largest and most comprehensive trade fair and business platform for the Logistics Sector in subSaharan Africa; not to be an active participant is to miss out on the personal contact, business potential and opportunities that can only be unlocked at a trade fair of this stature!

An innovative and pioneering trade fair for the Logistics Sector to provide a dynamic business platform, targeting trade visitors from sub-Saharan Africa.

Business Matchmaking Services Business matchmaking services will be available to exhibitors before and during the Show.

Conference and Workshop Programme Stay abreast of the latest developments in the industry by participating in the Conference and Workshop Fringe Programme during the Show.

Exhibition Profile and Product Groups • Logistics • Materials Handling • Distribution, Storage & Warehousing • Specialist Service Providers • Industry Bodies

Increased value proposition and optimising synergies through co-location of Trade Fairs Scalex Johannesburg will be co-located with Futuroad Expo Johannesburg , serving the Truck, Bus and Commercial Vehicle Sectors, and Automechanika Johannesburg, serving the automotive aftermarket (608 exhibitors in 2015, 400 international). As with Scalex Johannesburg, these Shows target trade visitors from the sub-Saharan African Region, optimising the trade visitors.

South Africa´s leading trade fair for transport systems, infrastructure and logistics solutions targeting trade visitors from the Sub-Saharan Region.

27. – 30. 9. 2017 JHB Expo Centre, Nasrec

Contact Us: Show Manager: Robert Kaiser Tel: 010 599 6165 robert.kaiser@southafrica.messefrankfurt.com Enquiries: Tracy Gounden Tel: 079 545 4103 tracy.gounden@southafrica.messefrankfurt.com

3-in-1 Co-located events

Co-located with:

27.09 - 30.09.2017 Johannesburg Expo Centre

South Africa´s leading trade fair for transport systems, infrastructure and logistics solutions targeting trade visitors for the Sub-Saharan Region Fair Dates Opening Hours Location

27 - 30 September 2017 (biennial) 09:00 – 18:00; Saturday 09:00 – 13:00 Johannesburg Expo Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa

Co-Located with

Automechanika Johannesburg Futuroad Expo Johannesburg

Exhibition Profile

Scalex Johannesburg is sub-Saharan Africa's leading professional event for the logistics and materials handling sector bringing regional industry, buyers and suppliers together to share ideas and further business relationships.

Automotive Service Industry Transport, Trucks, Buses & Trailers

Co-location with Automechanika Johannesburg and Futuroad Expo Johannesburg provides participants with opportunity to launch new products and showcase innovative products, services and technology at one all-inclusive industry event.

Product Groups

Logistics - Combined Transport Systems; Container & Cargo Handling; Container Manufacturers & Container Sales; Courier, Express & Parcel Services; Customs Clearing Agents; Freight Distribution Centres; Freight Forwarding Companies & Agents; Intralogistics Solutions; Logistics Companies & Service Providers; Roll On and Roll Off Materials Handling - Automated & Driverless transport systems; Castors, Wheels & Tyres; Conveyors & Continuous Handling Equipment; Cranes & Hoists; Forklifts & Hand Lift Trucks; Ground Conveyors & Accessories; Hydraulic & Pneumatic Lifts & Ramps; Industrial Trucks & Trailers; Ladder Systems; Lifts; Loading & Unloading Equipment; Stackers, Trolleys & Carousels; Straddle Loaders; Warehouse Vehicles Distribution, Storage & Warehousing - Cold Chain Equipment & Management; Consignment Tracking & Identification; Distribution & Loading Facilities; Floor Marking & Floor Protection; Hazardous Goods Handling & Storage; Labelling & Identification; Management & Integration Systems; Mobile, Wireless & Telecommunications; Order-Picking Equipment & Systems; Packing, Weighing & Measuring; Pallets, Bins & Containers; Process & Automation Control; Racks & Racking; Research, Planning & Development; Robotics Systems; Stock Management Systems; Storage Systems & Equipment; Warehouse Fire Control Systems Specialist Service Providers - Access Control & ID Systems; Advisory, Business Intelligence & Consultation Firms; Asset Protection & Risk Management; Certification, Education & Training; Emergency Services & Assistance; Finance, Leasing & Insurance; ICT Solutions & Integration; Investment & Project Finance; Research, Planning & Development; Safety & Protection; Security Consultants & Providers; Security Training & Consultants Industry Bodies - Industrial & Supplier Development Parks; Industry Associations; Industry institutions and specialist publishers; Intellectual Property Rights Organisations; Investment Promotion Agencies; Logistics Hubs & Free Trade Zones; Research, Planning & Development; Trade Facilitation & Development Bodies

Admission Fee

Trade visitors only.

No admission fee for pre-registered trade visitors. On-site registration fee R50 per person.

Fringe Programme

Conferences, workshops and business matchmaking service

Contact

Scalex Johannesburg P O Box 3175, Cresta, 2118 Tel: +27 11 494 5003 Fax: +27 11 494 5004

Robert Kaiser, Show Manager robert.kaiser@southafrica.messefrankfurt.com Perusha Singh, Enquiries / Bookings perusha.singh@southafrica.messefrankfurt.com

Make to to visit ‘Supply Chain Today’s’ at Scalex the Scalex show Makesure sure visit the Promech standstand at the show

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