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No stopping this bus. 3 Stalwart takes the helm. 13 Heavy lift champions. 19 A cuppa good Cape fortunes fall cheer HE Western Cape’s investment tycoons have seen billions of Rands Tin value wiped away by treacherous economic and political developments at home and abroad. Investors, of late, have endured tough times with the political will to grow a very sluggish local economy alarmingly absent. Sentiment has been further hammered by ominous political developments in South Africa – including the growing suspicions of state capture seemingly articulated in the 17 million contributed to com- replacement of respected finance minister munity upliftment over the Pravin Gordhan with untried Malusi Rpast decade has had far reach- Gigaba. ing effects for a local Cape community To make matters worse, those investors involved in the production of the lo- that in the last few years hoped to hedge cally found and proudly South African against an ailing and compromised South produce - rooibos tea. African economy are now finding that price Over 900 children have been posi- of externalising wealth is sometimes awfully tively influenced; 7 students have steep. Unexpected political developments completed tertiary studies with full like Brexit in the UK and the election of bursaries, with another 21 currently the blustering businessman Donald Trump studying with bursaries; 330 perma- as president of the USA has added nasty nent workers and 1500 seasonal work- complications to offshore forays by South ers have been positively impacted Africa investors – especially with the Rand – all through local tea manufacturer, showing a rare determination to strengthen Carmien Tea and its social uplift- against major global currencies. Wiese has also endured pain in his While Wiese appears to have suffered the ment arm, The Mouton Foundation As things stand it would seem the worst controlling stake in industrial supplies worst bruising to his portfolio, the going has – named after the Mouton family who body blows have been taken by retail company Invicta Holdings. The company’s also been tough for other Western Cape- established and own Carmién Tea. tycoon Christo Wiese, whose investment share price is down around 20% this year based tycoons. Mouton Foundation initiatives empire is famously run from an office in the despite indications that the underlying Johann Rupert – whose family controls The Mouton family explain that the unfashionable Parow East hub. operating businesses are performing as well investment companies Reinet and luxury foundation has established, and cur- Wiese – thanks to his holdings in retailer as could be expected in a tough operating brands conglomerate Richemont – has seen rently oversees: Shoprite and conglomerate Steinhoff environment. a muted performance from investment giant • Four multi-purpose community International – remains one of the wealthiest Wiese’s property and financial services Remgro. Remgro – which holds investments centres; individuals in South Africa. company Tradehold – which owns a serious in private hospitals group Mediclinic, • Three fully equipped Early Child- But some of Wiese more peripheral – swathe of UK and African property - has banking group FirstRand, insurance cluster hood Development Centres run by although not insubstantial investments – also suffered, and its value has dropped RMI, liquor group Distell and consumer the Pebbles Project - the official have been seriously mauled in the last 12 15% this year and over 30% on a 12 month brands giants RCL Foods and Unilever SA education partner to the Mouton months. basis. – has lost around 7% of its value in the year Foundation - which is currently Shoprite’s value has held up well over the Wiese’s commodity investments – to date and 13% over 12 months. educating 80 children up to the age past year, rising 22%. But Steinhoff – where namely diamond miner Trans Hex Group Jannie Mouton’s PSG Group – which owns of five; Wiese has a large minority shareholding and mining conglomerate Pallinghurst interests in Capitec Bank, Pioneer Food, after swopping in his holdings in Resources – have also not exactly sparkled, Capespan, retailer Kaap Agri and private • A mobile library and learning Stellenbosch-based financial services group respectively dropping in value by 9% and education group Curro - has probably fared centre. This travels out to the more PSG and his large stake in fashion retailer 30% so far this year. best of all with its value up 6% in the year to remote farm centrers, delivering Pepkor – has fared poorly, dropping in value Wiese biggest blow – but fortunately his date and nearly 30% over 12 months. books, videos, educational toys and by some 15% over the last 12 months. smallest investment – has come from an The marked fall in value of many of games to the children; But Wiese’s portfolio has taken a real investment in Stellar Capital Partners. This Wiese’s investment holdings might stem • Three after school clubs which care beating on his large stake in R30bn specialist investment company – which from the fact that he has, or can afford to for 170 children every day after investment company Brait, which has holds controlling stakes in Steenberg-based have, a higher appetite for investment risk. school whilst their parents are at suffered after making an ill-timed asset manager Prescient, Retreat-based But Wiese has previously endured tricky work. The children also receive a investment into the difficult UK fashion electronics manufacturer Tellumat, security investment periods, remembering his brief meal and academic intervention as retailing market via First Look. Brait’s value technology specialist Amecor and industrial dalliance with the financial services sector well as fun arts and crafts activities on the JSE has dropped by 32% so far this supplies group Torre – has dropped in value in the late nineties via Boland Bank and and sports; year, and by a hefty 56% over the last 12 by 44% this year alone and by over 50% over months. a 12 month period. Continued on P2 Continued on P2

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19 Materials Handling & BoE. This was also tempted to increase enviable results with an put further pressure surprisingly stepped Equipment the time when Wiese positions where value increase in revenue of on the share price. down last month. capitulated at Monex, has fallen beyond 8.4% to R11.5 billion So far Wiese has not There may be an 23 Electrical the then owner of reasonable value levels. turned into a 26% showed an inclination effort to unlock the a newly developed For example, at the increase in bottom line to acquire more Brait value from Stellar 24 EDS Profile Century City and Canal end of May Wiese had profits to R533 million. shares, and perhaps by selling off the Walk shopping centre. already confidently Invicta directors said this is a sign that individual investments. 25 Industrial Gas Subsequent investors spent R55 million to the company remained further price weakness Quite possibly the stake the Rabie Group and pick up more Tradehold resolute in its efforts to is possible. in industrial supplies 26 Safety & Security Hyprop made a mint shares, which were produce results above He has also refrained group could be dangled from these assets in trading close to a 12 market benchmarks from additional in front of Invicta, and 28 Stainless Steel Materials later years. month low. and its competitors. share purchases at Wiese may have plans Is Wiese likely to Whether Wiese looks They added that the commodity investments to incorporate asset 29 SEZs & IDZs retreat from any of to increase his holdings businesses that made Pallinghurst and Trans manager Prescient with his current investment in other companies up Invicta had strong Hex despite both share other financial services 30 Water Engineering positions where value where share prices have fundamentals and prices looking weak. holding housed in has been badly eroded? been battered remains enjoyed a significant CBN, however, Tradehold. 32 On the Contrary Probably not. Wiese to be seen. competitive advantage. believes Wiese could It seems there could is a cool customer, and CBN suspects Wiese Brait recently take more of an active be some interesting 32 The Other Side of the Coin not easily spooked by might well have a released some rather role at Stellar Capital months head for Cape short term damage. In flutter at Invicta, which shoddy financial Partners, where Town’s serial risk taker, fact, Wiese might be recently published results, which has CEO Charles Pettit indeed. A cuppa good cheer Century City today an Continued from P1 integral part of Cape Town’s

• Tertiary study bursa- the soccer league, Farming Operations, ries for employees’ netball club and which led to the es- property scene children, with 20 small farm schools tablishment of a 50% students currently that would other- worker owned business, AN unusable waste- enrolled for a vari- wise not have access Bergendal Rooibos Pty land – a marshy piece of ety of courses; to these facilities. Ltd, on the farm where ground. Most property • A full-time nurse These institutions I was raised. This new developers wouldn’t and a mobile health are further sup- company, which created look at it twice. But service which visits ported through 96 new jobs, exclusively that’s the site of what’s all the employees donations from the processing and packag- now Century City in on the farms. The Foundation. ing Rooibos for Car- Cape Town. It’s taken mién Tea.” Mouton Foundation Where it started visionaries to see the “Every time a cus- nurse practitioner potential. The Mouton family’s tomer purchases a box sees approximately This development passion for community of Carmién Tea they are 3 000 people a year; arose at a time when upliftment goes back helping us make a dif- there was an increas- • Holiday pro- to 1985 when Mientjie ference in our commu- grammes for all the Mouton, the founder of nity,” says Lize Mouton, ing demand for land farm children which Carmién Tea, opened marketing director for for construction pur- takes them on out- the first crèche on the Carmién Tea. poses near to the city. ings and educational Mouton family farm. The Mouton Founda- The sole reason it was excursions; “Easing the challenges tion recently launched looked at with any in- terest was its location • Three youth groups; faced by working moms, the De Meul Commu- known as Summer tion. The opening of well-serviced by pub- caring for children and nity Centre – the fourth, close to the city and to Greens, ran into finan- Ratanga Junction and lic transport. We also • An Elderly Club - the elderly, and train- and largest, multi-pur- nearby business areas cial difficulties. the Canal Walk Shop- know that the clean which offers crafts ing and development pose community cen- like Paarden Eiland The development ping Centre followed. and safe environment and motivational of our employees are is- tre to be built by the and Maitland. was then taken over by “The Rabie Group appeals.” talks to the farm’s sues which have always Mouton Foundation. It The site was initially Monex Ltd whose MD, got involved in Cen- These factors, cou- senior citizens; and been close to the hearts coincided with the ten- earmarked for afford- Martin Wragge, re- tury City in 2004,” pled with the investment • Sport fields and of the Mouton family,” year anniversary of the able housing and the alised that, to succeed, explains John Chap- value of the properties indoor netball court says Mientjie. formalisation of The original developer, would require the man, a director of Ra- in this private estate, are provided for “We pursued a part- Mouton Foundation in Ilco Homes, which de- land to be rezoned as bie Property Group, have led to a precinct local rugby clubs, nership with Bergendal the Citrusdal valley. veloped what was then a mixed-use develop- “when we acquired with more than 500 ment as low cost hous- the remaining unde- businesses and 3 500 ing could not support veloped land and as- residential homes. the level of services re- sociated rights. These One of the latest quired, in particular to rights provided for the developments at this deal with the high wa- development of 1,25 city-within-a-city has ter table and to provide million m2 of prop- been the introduction direct access to the N1. erty, the bulk of which of a Marriott Hotel, The rezoning was a has since been devel- the signature brand seminal moment in the oped. The remaining of the world’s largest history of the area. It 250 000 m2 will be hotel group, Marriott provided for rights for developed in line with International. This a wide range of types market demand.” brand was ushered in C of properties - com- Over the years, the through the recent mercial, residential, re- project has involved conversion of the Afri- M tail and leisure – and so the investment of over can Pride Crystal Tow- Y this mixed-use feature R23 billion, a size- ers Hotel to the Cape allowed for the cre- able sum flowing into Town Marriott Hotel CM ation of a place where the economy of Cape Crystal Towers. MY one can work, live, Town. Investment “It’s extremely posi- shop and spend one’s continues apace, and tive for Century City CY leisure time. current construction to showcase a global CMY Construction began includes a major office giant like Marriott Ho- in 1997. The interest development which will tels. The credibility of K shown by large cor- include new regional the brand internation- porate businesses like offices for Discovery. ally adds gravitas to PricewaterhouseCoo- According to Cohen, our tenant directory, pers, Vodacom, the “Century City’s situa- and we will no doubt Louis Group, Unisys tion is clearly a big fac- see many more visi- and Business Connex- tor in making this an tors from around the ion, in establishing their attractive area for busi- world coming to Cen- offices in the precinct ness – near to the city tury City because of was an important step as well as to many of the presence of a ho- in turning this new area the suburbs of Cape tel under this brand,” into a sought-after loca- Town, and the area is says Cohen. CBN July 2017 3 Golden Arrow hits profit targets SMART investments up profit before tax Most impressive, from the taxi sector by parent company to R331m (R268m). however, was the and the introduction Hosken Consolidated This made the unsung marked increase in of MyCiti bus routes Investments (HCI) transport segment the profit margins to al- have managed to derail have ensured iconic star performer in HCI’s most 27%. Copelyn Golden Arrow from its public transport spe- sprawling investment explained that savings profitable track. cialist Golden Ar- portfolio (which in- achieved on supplies Revisiting the origi- row Bus Services has cludes gaming, media, and services resulted nal deal – which saw remained firmly on industrial, property and in a lower increase HCI pay R257m for the profit high road mining investments). in costs than that Golden Arrow – offers despite some difficult In fact, Copelyn of revenue. a completely differ- trading conditions. noted that transport Golden Arrow is ent perspective on the Last month HCI was HCI’s second-larg- also turning into one transaction. CEO Johnny Cope- est contributor to head- of HCI’s most success- The operating prof- lyn said he was really line earnings (behind ful investments, which its for Golden Arrow pleased that Golden gaming, which is mainly is ironic since the deal in the past financial Arrow –which oper- the company’s invest- to take over the ‘tired’ year of R447m suggest when the handling lection system at a cost Arrow is successfully ates exclusively in the ment in casino giant bus business caused that HCI have made an of cash as a method of R85m. harnessing this data greater Cape Town Tsogo Sun). many eyebrows to be excellent turn on the of payment on buses, The smart card to hone efficiencies metropole - succeeded Copelyn said Gold- raised in 2004. initial investment in kiosks and at depots based automatic fare across the company’s in lifting its headline en Arrow’s 12% in- Observers felt Golden Arrow. was deemed a high risk collection system not revenue base. earnings by 24% to crease in revenue was Golden Arrow was an Of course, HCI has factor in the company’s only increases effi- Last year also saw R230m in the year to achieved thanks main- archaic public trans- invested heavily in business model. ciencies but provides the ongoing recapi- end March. ly to a subsidy increase port operator that Golden Arrow’s fleet To mitigate this op- Golden Arrow with talisation of Golden Golden Arrow in- in excess of previous would offer HCI at in the past dozen years. erational risk, a de- considerable detail Arrow bus fleet, which creased total revenues escalations and new best a short-term in- One of the key in- cision was taken to around travel patterns saw the replacement to R1.68bn (previously routes having generat- vestment. But not even vestment decisions procure a state of the of commuters. of 74 buses at a cost of R1.5bn) and pushed ed additional revenue. increased competition transpired last year art automatic fare col- It seems Golden R136m. Ascendis barking up Sasol needs more the right tree STEENBERG-based Cipla Agrimed (pro- 53% to R75m. Most the Medical Devices time to meet air health brands conglo- duction animals) and impressive is that the division where the loss merate looks intent to Cipla Vet (companion operating margin has of one agency was com- fatten up its phyto-vet animals) have con- grown from 12.1% pensated for by adding offering after recently siderable operational in 2014 to 15.2%, new brands. pollution laws paying R375m to ac- traction, having been and is likely to fatten Wellner added that quire the South Afri- established in 2004. Ci- further with the Cipla overall performance in can agrimed and vet pla India’s decision to businesses making a the second half of the SOUTH African pet- businesses of Indian- sell off these businesses large contribution. financial year would rochemicals group Sa- owned pharmaceutical stems from a decision According to a re- be helped by synergy sol plans to apply to giant Cipla. to focus on their core cent investor update, projects between three postpone a 2020 dead- The Cipla businesses pharmaceuticals com- Ascendis’ phtyo-vet medical business units line for meeting strict- are highly profitable, petencies. businesses are still as well as a good per- er air pollution laws. having earned R31m Wellner said the deal enjoying double digit formance of from hos- The company, which in profit after tax in offered Ascendis a organic growth with re- pital businesses and announced this at the the year to end March well-known range high covering Sub-Saharan export gains. beginning of June, said 2016. The respective quality animal medi- Africa markets offset- The consumer brands it intended to apply for management teams also cines at attractive mar- ting the water restric- division should bene- an extension for some stay on board, ensuring gins – including 300 tions now in place in fit from the launch of a of its plants to meet the operational continuity. Agrimed and 45 Vet the Western Cape. ‘high end doctors’ Solal air pollution laws by Ascendis CEO SKUs (stock keeping The company also range in SA. 2025 as it might only be Karsten Wellner said units) with more than expected a normal Wellner said the skin able to do so by then. Cipla’s agrimed and vet 210 marketing authori- fertilizer season again market still looked rosy South Africa is one of business units had per- sations. (between September despite tougher eco- the largest air polluters reducing sulphur di- panies had until 2020 formed well over the Agrimed sells mainly and November). nomic conditions. Busi- in Africa, emitting mil- oxide and hydrogen to comply with the new last three years with via agri co-operatives, Wellner also high- ness levels would be lions of tons of harm- sulphide emissions minimum emissions double digit compound and has tenders in SA lighted the positive helped by the launch of ful emissions into the could further delay its standards for air qual- annual growth rates in and Botswana and impact of the high mar- a new high end cosme- atmosphere every year. compliance past 2025. ity laws. sales and profits. services large farmers. gin Afrikelp brand – a tics range, a strong new The country currently It added that the com- “The large majority The businesses also The Vet business sells Western Cape based product development has a heavy dependen- pany may then require of the minimum emis- hold 20% and 16% via wholesalers, vet kelp products special- pipeline and further cy on coal-fired power further extensions. sions status for 2015 market shares respec- shops and vet practices, ist that is increasingly growth in the sports plants for energy which “There will be post- we were able to comply tively, and are strongly and Wellner reckoned internationalising its and nutrition market in contributes largely to ponement applications with, but in some areas cash generative. the offering is “very operations. South Africa. these emissions. again, particularly in we need time to imple-

The additional up- complementary” to Wellner also noted Wellner said Ascen- Sasol’s executive vice SO2 (sulphur dioxide) ment projects,” Klin- side could come from the company’s exist- that further growth for dis was addressing two president for opera- and H2S (hydrogen genberg said. expanding into Africa, ing phyto-vet division the phyto-vet division new routes to market tions Bernard Klingen- sulphide), where today Government intends where Ascendis’ phtyo (especially the strong in African markets was (internet and mass re- berg said the reason we don’t have credible reducing the country’s vet already has already retail presence in SA). likely in the second half tail) for its sports and for the postponement viable solutions and we harmful emissions cornered viable niches. At the interim stage of the financial year. nutrition businesses. request is in order to need to work on those,” by 34% by 2020, with Wellner noted that Ascendis’ phyto-vet Overall, Ascendis Although most re- give the company more Klingenberg said. some of the minimum Cipla’s businesses division made up only looks in rude health with cently deal-making has time to implement The Department of emissions standards currently only earned 16% of the company’s Wellner reporting that been internationally projects. These proj- Environmental Af- for air quality laws 10% of revenues from total turnover. But further growth was likely focused, there remains ects are intended to as- fairs previously grant- covering sulphur diox- export markets, arguing the performance was to be notched up in the a possibility of Ascen- sist in the reduction of ed postponements in ide and nitrogen oxide that there was an commendable with pharma-med and con- dis clinching small the company’s green- 2015 to applicants in- emissions. opportunity for synergies revenue rising 38% to sumer brands divisions. bolt-on acquisitions house gas emissions. cluding Sasol, Eskom with Ascendis’ existing R491m and operating He noted ongoing before the end of the Sasol said challenges and Anglo American Reprinted from Air African networks. profits increasing double digit growth in financial year. it may experience in Platinum. These com- Pollution News

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+27+27 (0)(0) 861 111 544 www.www.dosetech.co.zadosetech.co.za 4 CBN July 2017 54% of companies struggle to align innovation and business strategy according to PwC’s Innovation Benchmark COMPANIES are investment, is the great- show that companies business and rapid tech- over one-quarter of re- many companies favour ly on breakthrough making blind bets on est determining factor are struggling with nology change, virtually spondents believe they these models. innovation. innovation with billions in the success of an in- clearly aligning their no company can ignore lead their competitors The innovation X Tech innovation or of dollars potentially on novation initiative. innovation efforts with the imperative to inno- in innovation. factor? Humans: Big leader? Increasingly, the line, according to The aim of the study their business strategy. vate. Failure to do so Companies are em- data can tell you that companies are look- a survey of over 1 200 was to understand how Tielman Botha, Digi- is an invitation to lose bracing open innovation customers behave a ing to technology to global executives and these business leaders tal Lead for PwC South business. models: The most inno- certain way, but it takes help create markets business leaders. The view innovation and Africa, says: “Innova- “This report identi- vative companies today a human to explain for novel products and PwC Innovation Bench- what they are doing to tion is a major part of fies the pain points for are promoting innova- why they behave that services that do not mark examines how top better reap its rewards. the competitive equa- executives across all in- tion both inside and out- way. As a result, most yet exist and to meet companies are meeting Innovation was looked tion for 21st century dustries to help find so- side their organisations companies surveyed needs that customers innovation challenges. at across a complex set business. The capacity lutions to drive innova- by breaking down tradi- (60%) consider internal don’t yet know they Most companies of challenges, including to create value through tion that will align with tional barriers to bring in employees their most have. “With tech- struggle to align their innovation strategy, op- the development of new business strategy and a much wider ecosystem important partner for nology being key to business and innovation erating models, culture, customer experiences, result in bottom-line for ideas, insights, talent innovation. It is impor- innovation in general, strategies, leaving many metrics, and more in a products, services, tech- success.” and technology. Sixty- tant to realise that em- it is no surprise that companies flying blind bid to understand how nologies, processes and Among these find- one percent of respon- ployees are not merely technology companies as they place bets on in- companies are seeking business and delivery ings, PwC’s Innovation dents say their company workers with a defined lead the way in break- novation. A finding that to create business value models is one of the keys Benchmark found that: deploys an open innova- set of job or managerial through innovation, is especially important and financial returns on to profitability, growth Leaders show low tion model, followed by skills. Even if they do with nearly two-thirds as the report also found their efforts. and survival. confidence in their com- design thinking (59%) not sit on a company’s of them making this that strategy, not size of The survey findings “In an era of digital pany’s processes: Just and co-creating with core innovation team, the focus of most or customers, partners and employees can be valu- all of their innova- suppliers (55%), all well able contributors to in- tion efforts. They are ahead of traditional novation efforts early in followed by companies R&D (34%). More-in- the process. in the pharmaceutical clusive operating models, Designing the next and life science, health TRANSPORT WEEK PRESENTS such as open innovation, innovation break- services, communica- design thinking and co- through: Technology tion, and automotive creation with partners, companies set the pace industries – almost customers, and suppliers in developing break- half of innovating busi- are now all embraced through innovations nesses in those sectors ahead of traditional with 58% of respon- focus mostly on break- R&D, and by a wide dents reporting their through innovation,” margin – almost twice as companies focus main- Botha adds. Five ways Cape Town 17 - 18 october 2017 Durban International Convention Centre, Durban, South Africa and WC will maintain Unlocking africa’s economic potential throUgh port Development anD optimisation investor confidence

WESGRO recently tion missions abroad ing our broadband roll hosted a stakeholder en- to be conducted by out amongst others. Key gagement to set out the Wesgro in 2017 - sell- to this work is a strong, onl 150 seatsY 200 left steps Cape Town and ing the region as an sustained focus on clean, the Western Cape are investment destina- corruption-free gover- no more. Book Y taking to maintain inves- tion, and helping nance as these are the oUr seat tor confidence following local businesses primary factors which toD the recent credit ratings access international investors consider when aY ! downgrades. markets. choosing where to invest It was led by City of 4. Doubling-down on their money. The Audi- Cape Town Mayor Patri- Project Khulisa, the tor-General announced cia de Lille and Western Western Cape Gov- that Cape Town was Cape Economic Oppor- the only municipality in WhY attenD? What to eXpect? ernment’s economic tunities Minister Alan strategy, to ensure the country to achieve Connect with hundreds of senior decision makers from African Winde, and featured key policy certainty. a clean audit for the ports authorities and terminal operators 100+ insights and strategies 2015/16 financial year. Exhibiting companies from Wesgro and Accel- 5. Launch a new “Economic growth is Learn about new opportunities in ports expansion as we give erate Cape Town. Investor Centre, in at the top of my agenda you insider access to Africa's transport infrastructure development 40+ conjunction with Participating countries The emphasis is on: and we will work relent- pipeline and post-neo-panamax port requirements the DTI’s InvestSA lessly to ensure that we 1. An aligned commu- initiative, as a col- Position your company as an expert for African maritime 300+ do what we can to grow Conference delegates nications plan across laborative one-stop development by sharing best practices or thought leadership the Western Cape the economy and con- shop for investors tribute towards job cre- 2 000+ to counter negative into Cape Town and Influence policy and development while engaging with Africa's Visitors ation for the people of top maritime leaders at the only pan-African forum perceptions about the Western Cape. investing the region. our great city. Through “Cape Town will our Invest Cape Town 2. Building Cape continue attracting in- brand initiative we are Host city Platinum sponsor Gold sponsors Silver sponsor Strategic partners Town’s brand as a vestment by creating an actively promoting Cape world-class invest- enabling environment Town internationally as ment destination, for job creation and eco- a forward-looking, glob- through the City of nomic growth. We will ally competitive business Cape Town’s ‘Invest do this through investing city. We are going to the Cape Town’ initia- R6.8 billion in the next world to say we are more www.portsevolution.com tive. year on infrastructure than just an iconic tour- 3. More than 70 development through ist city, we are open for tourism, trade and road upgrades, electric- business,” said Mayor investment promo- ity projects and expand- De Lille. CBN July 2017 5 Are SA consumers ITAC urged to remove increased ready for the financial duty on stainless steel fasteners services shakeup? THE South African be the clear demarca- IN what it believes the duty will level the ers are facing the same as customers realise any material, due to its financial services sec- tion of fees for financial to be an ‘oversight’, playing field and cost predicament, which will the advantages of the positive relationships tor is undergoing major products and financial Cape Town-based savings will inevita- have an unnecessary in- product over other with its suppliers. changes as the industry advice. Currently, when fastener supplier Fas- bly and ultimately be flationary effect on the inferior materials. Fastenright has prepares for the intro- a financial adviser offers tenright is appealing passed on to end-users entire South African Imposing a hefty steadily increased its duction of the Financial a customer a product, the for the removal of the and exporters.” stainless steel industry, and unnecessary cus- range of security fas- Services Board’s Retail premium includes com- customs duty that was To support its appli- affecting many other toms duty will stunt teners over the past Distribution Review mission that covers the implemented on stain- cation to ITAC, Fas- products that depend the growth of the in- few years and can (RDR). However, many financial advice. In fu- less steel fasteners on tenright has submitted on using stainless steel dustry, believes Lutz. source almost any consumers – the primary ture financial advice will April 1.The duty was proof of its research fasteners for assembly “A superior, robust kind of tamper-proof intended beneficiaries of become a separate com- imposed as part of pro- confirming that there and production.” product offering, our fixings. the regulatory overhaul modity entirely, and be tection measures for are no viable stainless Exporters of prod- commitment to cus- “We are constantly – remain largely unaware charged as such. A con- the local fastener man- steel bolt and nut man- ucts which include its tomer service and extending our prod- of what RDR is and how sumer will be able to se- ufacturing industry ufacturers in South fasteners will also not stockholding capac- uct range beyond the it will impact them once lect the financial service through the implemen- Africa. The company be able to increase ity that guarantees normal bolts and nuts implemented. The Fi- they want.” According tation of a hot-rolled submitted typical en- their selling prices to availability, is the rea- including special prod- nancial Services Board to Budhram, consumers coil safeguard duty, quiries for stainless recover these higher son for Fastenright’s ucts for the solar and (FSB) noted in its most will ultimately be offered which was approved steel fasteners to sev- duties, as this would steady market growth maritime industry recent status update that a greater choice in terms by Trade and Industry eral local manufactur- put them in an uncom- over the past seven which are also in stock. consumer education will of the value they receive Minister Dr Rob Da- ers, all of which were petitive situation. years. We added a “The implementa- be essential for RDR to from financial advisers vies last month. unable to supply the third warehouse to our tion of the customs achieve its objectives. and the fees they should The International products, claiming Stifling growth operations in October duty on stainless Lizl Budhram, Head pay for services. This Trade Administra- that they are not part last year to ensure ad- steel fasteners is an of Advice at Old Mu- choice improves trans- tion Commission of of their product range. Lutz notes that lo- equate stockholding” unnecessary obstacle, tual Personal Finance, parency, empowers the South Africa (ITAC) In response to cal demand for stain- explained Lutz adding stifling the growth of explains: “For consum- consumer and strength- reviewed the cus- Fastenright’s enquiry, less steel fasteners that the company can an essential commod- ers, the greatest change ens the relationship with toms duty imposed the South African has been growing, source any fastener in ity” he concluded. triggered by RDR will their financial adviser. on a number of down- Fasteners Manufac- stream steel industry turers Association has products following re- confirmed that all the quests from a number stainless steel fasten- of domestic fastener ers that the company manufacturers to in- is importing are not crease the customs made by any South duty applicable to African manufac- stainless steel fasten- turers, except for ers to their respective screw studs and World Trade Organ- screw studding of isation-bound rates of stainless steel, more 15% and 30%. commonly known Fastenright MD as threaded rods, Rainer Lutz pointed which Fastenright ac- out that there are no knowledges must be local manufactur- subjected to the cus- ers that can produce toms duty to protect stainless steel fas- local manufacturers. teners in the range “If our application to of sizes, standard of ITAC is unsuccessful, quality or volumes we will be forced to sig- required by custom- nificantly increase our ers. Fastenright, in selling prices as we can- common with many not absorb the newly fastener suppliers, imposed import duties” imports its stainless said Lutz. “All suppli- steel fasteners from approved suppliers mainly from Asia and Europe, with material excellence certificates confirming quality. Fastenright’s prod- RELIABLE ucts are used by a range of manufactur- 1 ENERGY 2 4 ing industries includ- ing boat building, con- SOLUTION 3 for the entire industry. struction and security. 5 1 Overhead Lines “These products 7 17 always used to be, 2 Distribution Transformers 6 and should continue 3 Motor Control Centres 4 All Weather Outdoor Control Panels to be, duty-free but 8 5 Diesel Generator all stainless steel fas- 6 Push Buttons and Pilot Lights tener importers in 7 Motor Protective LV Switchgear South Africa, are now 8 Direct Online Starters (DOL) casualties of what 16 9 LV Motors and Drives seems to be oversight 15 10 Invicta Vibrator Motors in applying this cus- 9 11 Mini Substations toms duty to stainless 14 12 MV Motors steel fasteners..” 13 13 MV Generators In his opinion, Lutz 14 Automation Control Room believes that for the 15 MV Switchgear very few local stainless 12 16 Tiger Ring Main Unit 10 steel fastener manu- 11 17 Power Transformers facturers, the customs duty offers little pro- tection or incentive as The Zest WEG Group has been servicing the mining, infrastructure, they cannot compete construction and manufacturing sectors for more than 35 years on availability, qual- and by leveraging best practice engineering and manufacturing ity or price with well- capabilities, the group is able to offer a range of standard off-the-shelf established and re- spected international products as well as end-to-end energy solutions. manufacturers. Lutz fears that more An in-depth understanding of the operational conditions found unscrupulous suppli- across all these sectors and years of experience have ensured ers may attempt to im- that the Zest WEG Group service offering is fit-for purpose. Tel: +27 11 723 6000 www.zestweg.com port goods under the wrong tariff heading – giving them an unfair advantage. “Removing

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For iPay, the PCI DSS Since its humble beginnings in 1929, Cape Gate Fence program leader on the impressive quality evidenced in the accreditation opens & Wire Works (Pty) Ltd (CG) has established itself as a innovative design ideas generated. The CPUT Industrial a number of doors in market leader in the steel industry and its associated lines Design department is a pocket of excellence in the Cape. terms of new business of business. models and markets. Says Adams: “Be- The winners of the design competition were: cause we are a new-gen- With around 90 years of experience and by staying eration service provider, abreast of technology, CG is a proud supplier of quality First Prize: Mr. George Gibbons the banks wanted the as- wire products and steel materials. surance that we under- Second Prize: Mr. Merlin de Almeida stood and enforced the In furthering its new product development objectives, Joint Third Prizes security requirements Simon Cummings (CG Managing Director), approached Mr. Mohololo Nkoana needed to process pay- the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) ments. We are explor- Ms. Kate Smith ing additional partner Industrial Design Department to identify new wire models that will assist products that could be added to the company’s existing the banks to offer their range. clients instant EFT op- tions – a move that will Johan van Niekerk, program leader of CPUT’s Industrial expand iPay’s customer design department, agreed to partner with CG and base and also offer the bank’s clients new ways hold a design competition with his 4th year Industrial to transact. design students. The competition took place in May, “In addition, the with 21 students submitting over 50 product design PCI DSS standards ideas for possible future production at the Cape Gate align with ISO 270001 Parow manufacturing plant. At the awards presentation information security management system Simon Cummings congratulated the students and their The group of 4th year students accompanied by members of Cape Gate management. standards. Both sets of standards have world- 40 Stellenberg Road, Parow Industria 7500 wide recognition so are particularly relevant if Tel: +27 (21) 937 7123 I Fax: +27 (21) 937 7177 we want to enter inter- E-mail: [email protected] I www.cape-gate.co.za national markets with iPay, something we are currently exploring.” CBN July 2017 7 Strong legacy means exciting future for Concor Western Cape WITH a number of pipeline of future op- inner city apartment and Tokai Retirement projects on the go portunities. opportunities,” he says. Estate, while ongoing and a strong legacy on These include city “This is leading to sub- projects include Tsogo which to build future centre high rise devel- stantial development Sun which houses both business, things are opments, retail cen- of both new as well as Stay Easy and Sun looking bright for Con- tres, offices, apartment the redevelopment of Square Hotels, the cor Western Cape. blocks and at least six existing buildings into Radisson Blu Hotel Concor Western Cape, new hotels to cater for residential and/or multi- portion of the Triangle formerly known as Mur- the growing tourism purpose spaces.” House development, ray & Roberts Western market. Projects recently Aurum Presidential and Cape, has embraced its “There is a large de- completed by Concor Luxury Suites, a high- name change following velopment focus on the Western Cape include end private home in its recent acquisition, residential segment at the Century City Bridge Nettleton Road Clifton along with a number of present, including many Park Tenant Installation and Neotel data centre. Construction work on the Aurum Development. other Murray & Roberts assets, by a consortium led by the Southern Pal- ace Group. Mark Fugard, manag- ing director of Concor Western Cape, says that the company’s heritage goes back to the forma- tion of Murray & Stew- We’ve changed our name art in Cape Town more than 115 years ago, which was later merged to form Murray & Roberts. He adds that Concor, also a recognisable brand in the South African con- struction industry, was established in 1948, and acquired by Murray & Roberts in 2006. Significantly, the majority of the iconic structures in the Cape Town CBD were built by the company. One of these is Portside, which at 139 metres is the tall- Bloukrans Bridge Carlton Centre Hugo’s River Viaduct Lethabo Power Station est building in the CBD, and was constructed us- ing a plethora of novel construction method- ologies as well as a few South African techno- logical “firsts”. Fugard says that it is business as usual for but we’re still the Concor Western Cape. “We will continue to focus on meeting our clients’ needs; the future same will see us becoming more agile and flexible, enabling us to continue meeting changing mar- ket demands,” he says. - 115 year heritage Through the new ownership structure, - same solid track record Concor Western Cape is now part of the leading black owned construc- - same values tion business in South Africa, and this further - same capabilities strengthens the com- pany’s historical com- - same dedicated people mitment to employment equity and skills develop- ment. Prior to the acqui- sition by Southern Pal- ace Group consortium, Concor Western Cape already had an estab- lished reputation for its commitment to various education, training and development initiatives and Fugard says this will continue unabated. “We have always con- sidered our people to be our most valuable re- source, and importantly, our management struc- ture and core contract- ing teams will remain as is. This will give our Colchester Bridge Portside Tower Medupi Power Station existing clients and the market place the reassur- ance it needs to continue A leading black owned infrastructure and building business in South Africa working with us.” Despite the effects of tight economic con- Tel: +27 11 590 5500 † Website: www.concor.co.za ditions, Fugard says a number of exciting proj- ects have come into the market with a healthy 8 CBN July 2017 The African Business Outlook THE African Business ness community and my. In late 2015, Nigeria “However, the trend grade to junk status.” Even though expec- Outlook is looking quite has a strong record of was also added to the of South African CFOs When respondents tations regarding prod- bleak, with corruption predicting future eco- survey sample. being more optimis- were asked about what uct price inflation have and a lack of adequate in- nomic activity. Central “Looking at the survey tic about their own keeps them awake at decreased, it continues frastructure seeming to bankers, analysts and results over the last four companies than South night, South African to trend above the rest be the biggest problems investors often rely on quarters, African CFOs Africa’s economy in CFOs rated the curren- of the world. Africa still in the business climate. the survey results. have been and continue general is continuing, cy risk, economic un- has the highest expecta- This is according to the The South African to be the least optimis- increasing from 42.9% certainty and govern- tion of inflation in the latest results of the Glob- Institute of Chartered tic in the world – both in the third quarter to ment policies as their world. The African out- al Business Survey done Accountants (SAICA) about their companies’ 46.6% in the fourth most pressing concerns look regarding growth by Duke University. joined the survey in prospects and countries’ quarter of 2016. Their in the last quarter of in sales revenue seems Duke University has 2013, helping to estab- economic outlooks,” optimism dropped to 2016. In the first quar- equally bleak with reve- surveyed CFOs around lish the African Busi- said Lindie Engelbrecht, 39% in the first quarter ter of this year, they’ve nue growth expectations the world every quarter ness Outlook, with SAICA’s Executive Di- of 2017, which is under- added the volatility of decreasing from 9.8% in since 1996. The survey an initial focus on the rector: Members and standable, considering the political situation to the third quarter to 5.8% Lindie Engelbrecht. aims to pulse the busi- South African econo- Global Alliances. South Africa’s down- their list of concerns. in the fourth quarter of 2016, and hiking up to a mere 10% in the first quarter of 2017. While African CFOs expect a substantial de- EXPAND YOUR REACH cline in capital spend- ing, South Africa antici- pates a growth of almost 20% in this area. The expectation is also that earnings and full-time employment growth will decrease in 2017. “When asked which Conference Trade Expo policies or problems ∙ needed to be addressed to improve business cli- mate in their countries, 66% of the respondents said that corruption had to be reduced, 52.8% believe that infrastruc- 23 – 24 August 2017 | Cape Town International Convention Centre ture has to be improved and 49.1% feels politi- cal instability needs to be addressed. Further- more, African CFOs The Western Cape’s largest building and construction show also believe future in- vestment opportunities will be limited due to Conference Trade Expo current debt burdens,” ∙ Engelbrecht added. “Regardless of these fears and concerns, more BOOK YOUR SPACE! than one in four African CFOs still expect to be [email protected] a CEO in five years – the highest percentage +27 87 890 0898 in the world. 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CBN July 2017 9 Pneumatic Test Pump Kit generates Smooth speed regulation with 21MPa of in-field clean pressure high precision from Hengstler THE new Hengstler FLUKE Calibration, The 700HPPK making it field-portable. Its ¼ NPT female refer- Acuro® AX73 is a class represented locally by reaches pressure in 20 In-line filter and desic- ence gauge connector leading optical encoder Comtest, has introduced seconds to full scale cant systems protect the facilitates easy reference that offers smooth speed the 700HPPK Pneumat- into a 30 cm3 volume. device against contami- gauge switching. No regulation with high lev- ic Test Pump Kit, a rug- A detachable pressure nation from the DUT, PTFE tape or extra tools els of precision. Its com- ged, portable tool that adjustment system and and it works on almost are required, reducing pact dimensions make it generates and adjusts adjustment control knob any surface, so techni- the equipment and acces- suitable for installation pneumatic pressures up allows technicians to cians don’t need a flat sories technicians need in areas where there are to 21MPa without re- make fine pressure ad- laboratory bench or flat to carry to the job site. space constraints. quiring a nitrogen bottle justments to 0.05% of area in the field. The calibration manifold Available from the of- The new Hengstler Acuro® AX73 is a class leading or other external pres- reading or better. The 700HPPK has attaches and detaches ficial Hengstler distribu- optical encoder that offers smooth speed regulation sure supplies. 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This type of smooth speed regulation analog gauges. a canvas carrying case wide workload coverage. source users. carries ATEX and IEC installation also allows is necessary. Despite this Ex certification for gas the quick replacement high level of accuracy, the and dust explosion proof of a spare encoder dur- encoder itself is robustly requirements. ing maintenance and designed with excel- Afrox invests R10-million on upgrades This advanced opti- servicing activities. lent resistance to shock, SINCE 2011, Afrox has As part of the upgrades dienes and moisture,” ensure consistent sup- cal encoder offers ben- Another feature that vibration and external invested over R10-mil- at the production facil- says Baird. ply. As part of the global efits for a myriad of facilitates ease of main- magnetic fields. The lion in upgrades at its ity, Afrox has ensured Part of the upgrades Linde Group, we are applications including on tenance is the use of stainless steel housing Special Gases Propel- that the company meets also included the com- able to leverage off the winches, cranes, drill and just two screws for the is rated to IP 67 protec- lant Plant in Roodekop, these standards, says missioning of strategic Linde supply chain, other oil and gas industry connection hood. Many tion and can operate in effectively positioning Nadine Baird, Product storage tanks in the and import product at equipment, as well as in comparable encoders use Ex-related ambient tem- the company as a well- Manager – Chemicals Gauteng region that lower rates and have paint plants, petrochemi- six or even eight screws, peratures from minus 40 established supplier to at Afrox. will allow Afrox to have assured flexibility. In cal facilities, bottling while insufficient corro- to plus 70°C. South Africa’s FMCG “One of our guiding continuous supply in the 2016, we successfully plants and grain mills. sion protection makes With a housing di- personal care market. principles is the sup- event of an unplanned imported over 750 tons The connection con- such units difficult to un- ameter of only 76 mm, Personal care propel- ply of quality product. shutdown by suppliers. of product, thus we had figuration on the en- install. Special patented the encoder is ideal for lant requires that strin- We source and supply “We want our custom- full supply to all our coder allows the rout- screws are used to pro- use where space is lim- gent quality standards product to the highest ers to have peace of contracted customers ing of cabling with the tect the unit against dust, ited. The encoder can are met and that pro- standards and our fil- mind, and focus on their with no product ration- encoder installation water and corrosion. be ordered with SSI, pellant gas contains no tration system allows core business whilst we ing or short supply,” in separate steps. This The optical scanning BiSS-B, BiSS-C and odours or impurities. us to remove sulphurs, as the supplier of choice says Baird. provides significant cost system provides a highly Profibus interfaces.

2017-06-CBN-Tek5MOS-Rev1-0 Wednesday, 28 June 2017 11:49:27 AM 10 CBN July 2017 24th Annual Africa The innovations that will Oil Week 2017 AFRICA’s premier national oil companies, pabilities, technology and make future homes greener event is host to over corporate players, in- reforms are the keywords 1 250 industry players dependents and finan- of the new strategies be- from around the world, ciers, along with service ing deployed to face the By Cala van bringing together cross- and supply operators, to future of the upstream der Westhuizen continent multinationals share deep insight and industry with confidence Spokesperson for and offering a content linchpin strategies and and Africa Oil Week consulting and rich programme, a qual- engage in meaningful provides opportunities energy solutions ity industry exhibition debate and conversations for exploring them all. company, Energy and five-star networking. set to drive and strength- Also being held during Partners Home Regarded for its high- en Africa’s rapidly evolv- the week is the 17th Afri- Solutions. level participation and ing upstream industry. ca Independents Forum onsite deal-flow, with With over 160 speak- (23rd Oct, 5th Africa Lo- WITH carbon dioxide sizeable in-room inves- ers from the corporate cal Content Forum (23rd emissions continuing to tor and finance potential, and public sphere, this Oct) and the 5th Young be a major environmental Africa Oil Week delivers year’s event promises a Professionals in Oil, Gas concern, we decided to exposure of Africa-wide programme designed & Energy session and take a look at some of the state and private acreage around industry solutions the 80th PetroAfricanus most interesting advances opportunities, transac- that set the standard for Dinner, hosted by ITE in green building which tion and new venture adjusting business mod- on 24th October at the might just change the assets and potential, ex- els to new demands. Ex- iconic Mount Nelson construction industry for ploration and production perts will share strategies Hotel, and the 9th Global the better. developments, and an that enable the upstream Women Petroleum & overview of Africa’s hy- industry to advance care- Energy Club Luncheon Recycled paper bricks unnatural and dangerous again made it relevant to layer separated by a layer drocarbon future. fully, yet optimistically, (25th Oct). new habitats. Reflective, modern building. of air. This serves to heat Held at the Cape as the investment envi- Register by 16th Au- University of Pretoria transparent materials Researchers are com- the entire building in Town Convention Cen- ronment improves, with gust to qualify for an student, Elijah Djan was such as windows cause bining new super-strong cold months. tre, this event contin- companies pursuing as- Early Bird Discount. only 11 years old when hazardous collisions that plywood, with precision The new design, ues to provide the most set deals, and oil price For more informa- he invented Nubrix, a kill millions of birds every digital CNC manufac- unveiled by researchers trusted and reliable plat- gains remain in place. tion: www.africa-oil- brick made from waste year. turing processes to build earlier this year, uses form for governments, Innovation, flexibility, ca- week.com paper. With only about GlasPro has come timber structures that renewable wind and 5% of South African up with a simple, yet will rival conventional solar energy to generate households recycling effective innovation to brick-and-mortar build- both cooling and their waste paper, and keep them safe: bird- ings very soon. While the heating in buildings. The the other 95% sending friendly glass coated with costs of buildings like this adjustments have also theirs to the already UV liquid that makes it are still high, proof of the eliminated the original overflowing landfills, the visible to birds, which will concept already exists. Trombe wall problem environmental benefits of substantially reduce the An 18-story dormitory in with overheating, which this product are clear. number of injured birds Vancouver called Brock in turn has drastically Djan is now turning in urban areas. Human Commons, which fin- reduced the total energy Nubrix into a business. eyes cannot detect the ished construction late in consumption and car- While more durability UV coating, so it also last year, is the tallest tim- bon emissions. tests need to be done, does not reduce visibility ber structure in the world. Constructing these he has subjected his from our perspective. walls is also sustainable, waste-paper bricks to Modern twist on old with prototypes already rain and compression Buildings made of wood practices having been built with tests, and built a Nubrix stone, wood and even wall that’s still standing Constructing any conven- Researchers in Swe- wool. Researchers have a year later. The hope tional home or commer- den have devised a way hailed the new design is that in the near cial building requires tons to adapt the so-called of Trombe wall, as one future there will be a of aluminium, steel, clay Trombe wall, a solar of the best ways to meet very real drive towards bricks and cement. There building design from the increasing energy de- sustainable innovation are many ways to margin- the 19th century. This mands of modern homes from both government ally reduce the carbon new take on an old idea and commercial build- and the building sector. footprint of these compo- can help to not only ings without increasing nents but their manufac- passively heat but also carbon emissions. Bird-friendly glass ture has always been less cool buildings, with- Beyond installing than sustainable. out increasing carbon state-of-the-art photo- GlasPro UV glass makes Architects in the emissions. voltaic, water heating man-made structures United States are now A Trombe wall is a and lighting solutions, safer for birds. About exploring a new kind of passive solar building sustainable building two-thirds of South structure built entirely design that is built on practices offer some Africa is urbanised, and from timber. Wood is by the winter sun side of of the best ways to a wide variety of bird no means a new building a building with a glass bring new structures species are attempting material, but new external layer and a high ever closer to being to survive in these innovations have once heat capacity internal carbon neutral. AA launches national pedestrian visibility campaign THE Automobile Asso- oration with the FIA, launching a road safety pedestrians. ciation (AA), in collab- Ford and Michelin, is campaign. This national “One of the key dan- campaign, known as gers for pedestrians is the #ISeeYou cam- that they are seen too late paign, is focussed on by drivers. On dimly or pedestrian visibility. unlit roads, and wearing One in three fatali- dark clothes, pedestrians COST EFFECTIVE ties on South African are often ‘invisible’ to roads are pedestrians. motorists who may only COMPACT Statistics from the Road see them when it’s too Management Corpora- late to avoid hitting them. COMFORTABLE tion (RTMC) show 5 410 It’s a serious problem in pedestrians died on our South Africa, one which The new EcoBlue roads in 2016. This repre- we hope this campaign sents a shocking 38 per- will begin to address,” cent of all deaths on the says the AA. country’s roads last year, The campaign is look- making pedestrians, by ing to provide reflective • Designed for easy dosing tasks • Easy operation thanks to packing in far, the most vulnerable sashes to as many pedes- • Combines compact design with quality single boxes, including dosing set for group of road users. trians as possible. Within The #ISeeYoumes- the campaign, a mecha- Made in Germany! quick Installation sage goes deeper than nism has been provided pedestrian visibility, its for individuals and dual purpose is also to corporates to make do- Tel: +27 113975120 drive mutual respect nations to fund purchas- www.sera-web.com/en-za between motorists and ing and distribution. CBN July 2017 11 DAFF to launch new national Processed 2017 Tru-Cape Food directory at Anuga Packhouse Challenge THE first edition of the it promises to become Processed Food Trade a major marketing tool SA directory will be for our agro-processing released at the world’s industry. The dti is to in August largest food and bever- distribute copies at all ages trade fair on 7 Oc- the major agro-process- tober 2017 in Cologne, ing shows, i.e. Anuga in Germany. Germany, Gulfood in The Processed Food the UAE, Foodex in Ja- Trade SA directory is pan, SIAL in China and a comprehensive re- also Iran Agro. South source and reference African trade offices work, featuring a worldwide will also use unique compilation of the publication to pro- export information on mote our produce and processed food. The di- service providers. rectory, organised into The Processed Food 16 product categories sive step-by-step export and ability to compete Trade SA directory is featuring 112 products manual is also included in the global economy. compiled by Malachite and groups, also fea- in the directory. Access to accurate ex- Media Services, also tures information on The South African port statistics is thus publisher of DAFF’s producers and export- agro-processing sector, vital to further the com- Fresh Food Trade SA ers of each product. For with it’s vast biodiver- petitiveness of our pro- directory –an annual SME’s and companies sity and competitive ducers. All the relevant publication used since interested in exporting input cost has a well- industry associations 2002 to promote South THE Tru-Cape Pack- There is a family and winning the Tru-Cape agro-processed goods, developed export sec- enthusiastically wel- Africa’s fresh agro-pro- house Challenge 2017, pet-orientated fun run Packhouse trophy for a DAFF’s comprehen- tor, proven resilience comed the initiative as duce internationally. an inter-packhouse route for 5km begin- the third year run- trail running competi- ning at 11h30 while ning, clocking up the tion, is set for Saturday, prizes will be handed most collectively run August 26 this year. out at 12h30. kilometres in the three SMC launches three additional Teams from Western The venue will again timed races. Kromco Cape packhouses will be the Elgin Grabouw lead the field with 3 870 include Two-a-Day, Country Club and run- collective kilometres communication protocols for its Ceres Fruit Growers, ners and walkers can run while Two-a-Day Kromco, APL and expect single track, came a near second Fruitways as well as a jeep-track climbs and with 3 343. Newcomer direct input step motor controller team from event spon- exciting descents too. to the race, Fruitways, sor Tru-Cape Fruit The race is run under ran 539km while APL RESPONDING to the place from the end of Marketing, the largest the auspices of the El- and Ceres Fruit Grow- demand for broaden- 2016 to date. marketer of South Af- gin Athletic Club and ers achieved 820 and ing the communication Smith goes on to rican apples and pears. according to the rules 405km respectively. capacities of one of the say: “Now using four Managing Direc- of Boland Athletics. Enter online at Tope- corporation’s most of the most common tor of Tru-Cape, Ro- Half-marathon partici- vents.co.za but there popular controllers, networks within pro- elf Pienaar says the pants must be aged 16 will be race entries and SMC´s Direct Input cess and automation longstanding event, and older while people late registration on the Step Motor Control- applications, JXC Se- now in its eighth aged 15 and older may day from 06h00. ler is now available in ries opens the door year, has become a enter the 10km race. Please contact Pe- three additional com- to simpler and closer fixture on the fruit Anyone may enter the tra van Rensburg pe- munication protocols, control for our cus- industry’s calendar. fun run. [email protected] and for namely; DeviceN- tomers”. According to Two- Last year, with a re- packhouse entries Tru- etTM, EtherCAT and Due to its clever de- a-Day’s Petra van cord number of 1 860 Cape’s Judy Mudau ju- PROFINET. These sign, JXC Series deliv- Rensburg, one of the entries, the seventh [email protected] now join EtherNet/ ers a wealth of savings event coordinators, Tru-Cape Packhouse Results will be avail- IP™ fieldbus protocol in terms of space, ca- the 21.1km race begins Challenge was a great able at www.BolandA- which is already avail- bling and maintenance at 07h30 while the 10km success with Grabouw thletics.com following able to the market! for customers. JXC range of Direct Input Step Motor Controllers. route starts at 10h00. packhouse Kromco the race. The recently launched JXC series from SMC with its three additional com- munication protocols is designed to directly control the LE range of Electric Actuators, providing real-time, high speed communi- cation as well as added security, thanks to a dual port IN / OUT. Ernst Smith, Prod- uct Manager at SMC Pneumatics explains that the Direct Input Type Step Motor Con- troller is ideal for Gen- eral Machine Builders who rely on accurate speed, position or force, but at the same time look to improved flexibility and stronger security. “The DLR option gives added security and peace of mind as communica- tion continues even when there is a dis- connected element. In addition, real time feedback is achieved through numerical data input, in addition to half/full duplex high speed communica- tion”. 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ADVERTISING For all your advertising www.agri-indaba.com requirements, contact our Sales Team on 021 250 0400 CBN July 2017 13 New era for timber construction company RUSTIC Homes, fore- to build another log standing of the trade, because it is my belief runner of timber home home, which I was re- not only from an ethi- that if an industry is el- design and construction luctant to do, given my cal perspective, but in evated and promoted, in South Africa and lack of experience at the line of good and all of its constituents leader in the field since the time. But thanks to legally compliant build- will reap the rewards,” the 1980s, has recently my growing reputation ing practices as well,” Slabbert remarks. undergone a change of for solid building prac- he adds. Slabbert is the chair- ownership, that being tice and sound business man of the working Werner Slabbert, tim- ethics, the orders kept Giving back group of the SANS ber construction indus- coming in,” he says. (South African Na- try stalwart. Slabbert’s hard- Apart from building the tional Standards) 10082 Since its inception in earned experience was successful home build- document at the South the 1980s, the Rustic complemented by his ing business, Eco Log African Bureau of Homes has established efforts to educate him- Homes, Slabbert has Standards (SABS), lec- itself as providing high self on the subject of played an active role tures on the subject of quality timber construc- timber frame construc- in promoting timber timber frame construc- tion for the discerning tion. “At the time there construction through- tion at various universi- homeowner. wasn’t much going on in out South Africa by ties and has presented current South African ing costs. The system uses a space-enhancing South Africa in terms contributing his time numerous papers on the building regulations. renders the walls even system of flitch beam Humble beginnings of timber construction, and expertise to vari- subject at various con- The end result is that more solid, dense and construction, a combina- so I read up a lot about ous non-gain projects. ferences. all the walls – includ- soundproof than con- tion of timber and steel, Slabbert, whose holi- how the Australians “I felt I could use my ing interior walls – are ventional timber frame which affords longer day home construction were building with tim- passion for my trade to Setting the standard sheathed on both sides construction, making spans without having fell into the hands of ber, completed a num- make a difference in and densely packed Rustic Homes’ method to increase the depth of unscrupulous timber ber of courses with a lo- the sector by promot- Rustic Homes uses a with insulation, keeping ideal for commercial the beam. This makes frame builders, prompt- cal timber construction ing timber construc- unique and formidable the ambient tempera- buildings, like hotels wide open, voluminous ing his career change association and spent a tion in South Africa. bracing system that ture inside the house and B&Bs as well as spaces a possibility and from broadcast engi- great deal of time with I continue to do this goes above and beyond moderate, thereby sav- residential construction. is also ideal for large neering to timber frame the late Victor Booth, on a voluntary basis, the requirements of ing heating and cool- Rustic Homes also door openings. building, is deeply pas- a well-respected timber sionate about his trade. frame engineer, consid- “When I realised that ered a ‘guru’ of his trade the builders had disap- in South Africa,” says peared and my house Slabbert. would not be built, I “Given that almost took a month’s leave all my early commis- from work and finished sions were from people the construction of my who had been defraud- house with the help of ed by unscrupulous a carpenter,” remarks builders, it was impor- Slabbert. “During this tant to me to play my time, I was approached part in elevating the

ABSA Agri Trends Large soybean crop to sharply curb SA import requirements

AS the soybean crop market. We expect harvest draws closer to to see additional the finish, above average investment in these yields were reported in industries to im- North West, Free State, prove their produc- KZN, Mpumalanga tivity and production and Limpopo. These within the next yields support the an- two years.Expect ticipated record harvest higher probabil- the CEC has reported ity of rainfall over on the 26th May 2017, the south western even though the market parts of Western expects more than the Cape during June reported 1,23 million month. Wheat crop tons of soybeans. development and Both sunflower and soy- yields dependent on bean crushing is fore- the upcoming rains. casted to increase by almost 13% this season, Vegetables in April soybean crush- ing was recorded at a Prices were gener- One stop milking solutions for small, 5-month high. ally lower potatoes, This record harvest onions and tomatoes, might reduce South due to higher volumes. medium and large dairy farms Africa’s soybean and Onion received from vegetable oil import re- the Northern Trans- Every day, all over the world, GEA systems and technologies help to ensure quirements to meet lo- vaal/Limpopo areas cal demand. averaged around R30- that dairy farmers and businesses optimise and maximise their productivity. 34/10kg and Western Highlights Cape R38-42/10kg. Zambian demand was GEA develops tailored, high-performance milk- Scan the QR code to download the Mobimelk Grains lower this week, because Zambian onion pro- ing and cooling solutions for dairy businesses. brochure or visit our website. • Fitch’s change in ducers have harvested From clustered cooling equipment to comput- SA’s rating outlook too, posing as a direct er-controlled parlor milking technologies, our For additional information, contact from “negative” to competitor for South “stable” backed a African onion produce. components are built to enhance the milking Darren Hutcheson at GEA Africa on strengthening Rand, The Tanzanian onion process, are easy to maintain a spotlessly clean +27 (0)11 392 7114 or adding bearish pres- producers are also ex- sure to the maize porting some of their hygienic environment, whilst delivering the [email protected]. price. produce to Zambia. highest milk quality from the herd. • The record local Angola and Mozam- commercial maize bique picked up their crop of 15.631 mil- onion demand slightly, lion tons will have a but still not as much positive effect in the as last year’s demand intensive livestock around the same time. 14 CBN July 2017 Preventing unnecessary spend on projects CASE STUDY in improved project ef- road construction and high annual turnover tion that could run at ficiencies and expendi- heavy road rehabili- of Roadmac Surfac- every site 24hrs a day. ROADMAC Surfacing ture for Roadmac Sur- tation as well as road ing, it found there was Pty Ltd is a major road facing. maintenance the lay- rarely ‘one version of The challenge: construction company CCS has implement- ing of asphalt, chip and the truth’ in the budget based in South Afri- ed their projects cost spray, surface dressing reconciliation between The challenge was to ca, that is currently management solutions and slurry seals. projects and accounts. implement a tailored applying innovative specifically designed The group have been Therefore, its greatest seamless solution techniques and smart for the construction and using CCS Candy for challenge was to recon- during the financial thinking to limit un- engineering projects five years and CCS cile procurement and year that could seam- necessary spend from industry. Designed to BuildSmart for three operational costs with lessly adopt the old procurement and oper- work together seamless- years. the financial ledger. system without any dis- ational costs and help ly, the CCS products ad- The CCS solution ruption to the current achieve contract cost dress issues faced by the INDUSTRY needed to offer a com- business projects or its accuracy across mul- industry daily, such as mitted and seamless cost management tiple complex projects accurate contract cost- Construction: accrual cost functional- that they are involved ing and downstream ity that could reconcile How it worked: with. The BIM Institute control of projects, in Currently, Roadmac and reflect invoices and took the opportunity to order to improve proj- Surfacing is working payments in real-time. The CCS consultants speak with Charl Van ect efficiencies and on several large-scale In so doing, this would installed both Can- Schalkwyk, Financial profitability. Identified government projects to improve cost manage- dy and BuildSmart to Manager for Roadmac by Roadmac Surfacing rehabilitate key arterial ment against the orig- streamline business Surfacing, who iden- as best value for money roads around South Af- inal BOQ tender pric- processes and enable tified the fundamen- in the industry. rica including; N3 War- ing from small to large real-time manage- the following: on time. This has had a tal need for an ERP den Asphalt R317m, N1 scale complex projects, ment of projects with • Order-driven positive impact on proj- system that is helping ABOUT THE CLIENT Bloemfontein Bypass and have the added seamless cost versus procurement and ect planning, delivery streamline its processes Asphalt R267m, and benefit of updating pro- allowable, and financial immediate approvals and, quick rectification and maximising on effi- Founded in 1997, Road- various others across ductivity worksheets as reporting. Until this in- vs allowable are now on projects when re- ciencies. mac Surfacing Pty Ltd South Africa. projects stallation, the length of a reality quired resulting in im- The business decided is an operating subsid- time taken for invoices • Immense improve- proved financial success to approach Construc- iary of Raubex Group THE BUSINESS Findings: to reach the procure- ment on cost control, of projects. tion Computer Soft- Ltd and has an annual CHALLENGE ment office meant it was bringing unnecessary ware (CCS), to conduct turnover of more than The Roadmac Surfac- difficult for Roadmac expenditure down by OVERVIEW OF CCS: a business assessment. R1billion. Situation: ing project sites did not Surfacing to effective- more The assessment results The Raubex Group have the tools to man- ly manage site-based • than 75% CCS provide dedicat- allowed CCS an op- provides expert ser- A key challenge of the age their expenditure costs, such as orders • Real-time contract ed cost management portunity to present vices in infrastructure, construction industry on a daily basis. There- and deliveries. There- cost vs allowable software solution to the a seamless working, roads and materials is that supplier invoic- fore, the solution need- fore, the committed reporting Construction and Engi- real-time operations covering all aspects of es are often issued a ed to provide project and accrual cost func- • Contract costing: neering industries. All and cost management road construction. The long time after project teams with a real-time tionality in BuildSmart accuracy is no longer CCS products are de- solution which resulted group focuses on new completion. Given the cost management solu- was critical. The result an issue signed with the help of is that the team now • Automated Report- experienced construc- have one source of truth ing; reducing admin tion industry profession- of site costs through to saving time and als which means they are TRANSPORT WEEK PRESENTS project financials. money built with a deep under- • Monthly reporting standing of the industry How it helped: pack now completed and the problems that a week earlier than typically occur. The CCS solution was when previously Candy and BuildSmart implemented to ac- using the non ERP provide a seamless solu- curately manage the financial system tion from first estimate dynamic link between • Sites are now run as to final accounts in re- time and money, en- their own business al-time. Used together, abling real-time in- and must show BuildSmart ERP Op- formation at all stages profits throughout a erations Cost Manage- of a project. The CCS project ment and Accounts, and products are designed Candy Estimating and as a seamless solution; From a long-term per- Project Management tie Candy for estimating, spective the financial processes 17-18 OCTOBER 2017 site plan and valua- • Allowable versus to the physical processes DURBAN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE tions and BuildSmart contract cost com- of your enterprise con- for accounts, site costs parisons are now a struction projects. This and operations man- reality, and the live means that an accurate agement, it is possible management of sites and real-time financial to monitor each stage and site finances appraisal of each con- of a project in detail, have provided struction project of your and holistically. The exceptional data and enterprise is available for depth of accuracy pro- Maintenance and Rehabilitation - Putting afRican Rail back on tRack process value to the analysis at any time. vided through dynamic Roadmac Surfacing Launched in 1982, monitoring of projects business. CCS is headquartered in provides deeper insight Gauteng, South Africa into project expendi- THE BUSINESS and has further offices in ture control resulting IMPACT the Middle East, United in a more favourable JOin us aT ThE Kingdom, Portugal and financial outcome of Main advantages: India, Australia and projects run on the CCS Only fORum fOR North America. CCS solution. Due to the effectiveness has more than 19 000 us- afRiCan Rail From a short-term per- of the CCS solution, ers in over 54 countries spective, the implemen- project sites are now able including many of the mainTEnanCE and tation of the BuildSmart to receive the monthly worlds’ largest construc- REhaBiliTaTiOn solution has resulted in costing from head office tion companies. pROfEssiOnals CLIENT TESTIMONIAL: We adopted the CCS product suite because both Candy and BuildSmart had achieved successful results in other companies in the Raubex Group and it is an ERP system offering best value for money in the industry. The implementation was exceptionally quick and the team are very happy with the product, support and service which is consistently reliable. Because of the effectiveness of the BOOk yOuR sEaT TOday! seamless solution, and its ability to align cost functions across the business, it has become integral to the Roadmac Surfacing management of contracts.” Don't miss an engaging conference, an interactive expo and the opportunity CHARL VAN SCHALKWYK, to network with the African rail maintenance and rehabilitation industry! Financial Manager, Roadmac Surfacing (Pty) Ltd. “Thanks to the Candy and BuildSmart suite of products, our project sites are able QuOTE COdE: aRE003 to receive their monthly costing from head office on time. Now the team never misses a deadline as the month ends are predictable and easy to plan. Managing a project without CCS is extremely time consuming, so it makes scenario planning a breeze.” www.rail-evolution.com WIMPIE KOCH, Contracts Manager, Roadmac Surfacing (Pty) Ltd. CBN July 2017 15 MARITIME & PORTS Sturrock Grindrod Maritime continues to make waves, despite SA’s economic headwinds SUPPLIERS of an ing private investment in the world (in US dol- the powers of a Port through the port will in- evolving range of marine involvement.” lar terms) and generally Authority, being re- crease to 40 million tons related logistical services “We currently provide poor port and harbour sponsible for maritime by 2020, a considerable over the past 25 years, a wide range of services facilities make South operations, piloting, growth from the 5 mil- Sturrock Grindrod Mar- to the maritime industry Africa uncompetitive towing (tugboats), ste- lion tons handled at the itime’s (SGM) activities in and around sub-Sa- on the world maritime vedoring, terminal and start of the concession in now cover sub-Saharan haran Africa and Aus- stage. This boils down to warehouse operations, 2003. A further US$ 300 Africa, Australia and tralia, operating in nine higher cost of goods and as well as the port’s million will be invested in Singapore. The compa- African countries, with services that would oth- development plan. the port which will create ny has been particularly a total of 38 offices from erwise be the case, which The Port Master Plan, more than 43 000 jobs, successful in focusing on Ghana in West Africa ultimately affects the approved by the Govern- directly or indirectly. The emerging markets, re- all the way around the man and woman in the ment of Mozambique, upgraded port and infra- cently cementing a rela- coast to Mombasa, Ken- street and contributes to sets out a strategy for the structure will live beyond tionship as a ships agent ya. In addition we have inflation”. future development of the concession period in Papua New Guinea an office in Singapore The Maputo Port the Port and provides a and will contribute to (PNG) – a new destina- and a strong footprint in Development Company framework for berth and the economic growth of operates in 37 countries ISO 9001-2008 accredit- tion for the cruising fra- Australia with offices all (MPDC), is one such in- channel improvements, the country for years to worldwide and employs ed and we embrace our ternity. around the coast” said vestment SGM has made development of landside come. more than 7 000 skilled corporate responsibil- “Our core business is Sturrock. in neighbouring Mozam- facilities and expansion “In addition to MPDC and dedicated people. ities without compro- the fast turnaround of bique. A national pri- of service corridors and we see major opportuni- “SGM have local, mise We have robust vessels, which involves Looking outward vate company in which other associated infra- ties in the port of Naca- trained staff members on in house anti-bribery applying a plethora of Mozambican Railway structure. la and further north in the ground in every port. and anti-corruption logistical services to ship While the company’s Company (Caminhos The dredging of the Pemba, as well as depot They speak the local lan- policies and insist on owners or charterer’s head office is in Cape de Ferro de Mozam- access channel to the handling operations for guage and are equipped transparency in all our and maintaining a strong Town, and it operates bique) (49%), Grindrod Port of Maputo was com- Mozambique’s future with regional knowledge dealings and as such are relationship with suppli- physically in all the South (24.7%), DP World pleted in January 2017 LNG exports and mining and expertise, providing TRACE certified. ers and port authorities African ports, South Af- (24.7%) and local part- allowing vessels with a minerals such as graphite a superior level of ser- “Whether you’re op- to meet vessel owner’s rica’s current economic ners (1.6%) are share- sailing draft of up to 14.2 – a key component in the vice” said Sturrock “but erating Offshore Sup- needs” explained SGM woes and long term lack holders. MPDC secured metres on the tide (up to flourishing lithium bat- despite an investment of port Vessels, tankers CEO Andrew Sturrock. of investment and mod- the port concession until 80 000 tons), to enter the tery business” he said. more than R3-million or container ships, or “We identified an op- ernisation of port and 2033 with the option of Port. annually in staff training rushing to deliver des- portunity in PNG as the harbour infrastructure extending for a further In excess of US$ 700 Skills development and and career advancement perately needed aid in government there have causes a focus away from 10 years. million has already been training programmes, retaining crisis areas, mapping the embarked on an aggres- home base. MPDC hold the rights invested by MPDC, staff is a challenge in our sea floor or transporting sive programme of mak- “Many do not ap- to finance, rehabilitate, its shareholders and As part of Grindrod, industry. everyday cargo, we are ing the country a ‘must preciate the value of a construct, operate, man- sub-concessionaires, listed on the JSE Se- “SGM is a B-BBEE there ready to assist on a see’ tourist destination, vibrant and competitive age, maintain, develop which has resulted in curities Exchange, the Level 2 contributor and 24/7/365 basis, with inno- recognising tourism as a maritime sector and the and optimise the entire volumes increasing year group through subsid- we are committed to re- vative solutions, equip- fundamental economic combination of some of concession area. The on year. It is expected iaries, joint ventures and sponsible HSSE practic- ment and expertise” generator, and welcom- the highest port tariffs company also holds that volumes handled associated companies es. All our businesses are he concluded.

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Our people are the reason for our continuing success.

As a people-centered company, with a training and skills development budget of more than R3 million per annum, SGM is continually striving to implement new and better ways to develop and empower our workforce.

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SGM_Cape_Business_247x200.indd 1 2017/06/23 8:21 AM 16 CBN July 2017 MARITIME & PORTS SKF Enlight Centre redefines machine condition monitoring for the maritime sector SKF Enlight Centre is first phase of a multi- Management System. maintenance strategy, maritime users with a first-of-its-kind, asset segment software Easy and intuitive to with repairs or overhauls pertinent diagnostic based (as opposed to development strategy. use, the system identifies being scheduled to information and analysis; measurement focused) The goal is to roll out potential machine minimise disruption and if required, this can be machine health this comprehensive, anomalies before they operational costs, while shared with SKF, who monitoring system, standardised machine can cause malfunctions improving safety and can offer knowledge- featuring a radically condition monitoring or damage, with data reliability. based services via the simplified user interface, offering across all being transmitted via SKF Enlight Centre Internet, should an designed for use by sectors of industry and cloud based technologies allows data to be accessed impending machine engineers and managers transportation, where to land-based sources of from anywhere around malfunction be detected throughout the marine remote monitoring and advice and expertise. the world, regardless and further guidance sector. operation is required. This enables ship of the location of each be required. The This new web based The new software will operators and engineers vessel. The system can system is offered under ‘software-as-a-service’ eventually replace SKF’s to implement an be configured to provide a subscription based tool represents the existing @ptitude Asset effective condition-based different levels of access licensing agreement to different users; for and can be readily example, a chief engineer tailored to meet specific or fleet manager. user requirements, Using built-in work maximising business flows, it provides even efficiency in terms of relatively inexperienced CapEx and OpEx. COMMERCIAL MARINE PETCO takes a lead in addressing marine 24/7 in control with Yanmar waste in Africa PETCO has partnered together key stakehold-

350-1200 kW [500-1500HP] with The Sustain- ers in the PET value 180-375 kW [250-500HP] able Seas Trust (SST) to chain – government set up the communica- (national, provincial and tions hub for The African local), the private sector, 20-180 kW [30-250HP] Marine Waste Network manufacturers, convert- (AMWN). An ambitious ers, bottlers, brand own- 800-1800 kW [1000-2500HP] 800-4500 kW [2500-6200HP] collaboration between ers, recyclers, collectors, the 38 coastal and is- retailers, and consumers land states of Africa, the – to jointly develop and AWMN represents the implement plans to ad- first dedicated approach dress the challenges pre- Full range propulsion engines and generator sets to addressing marine sented by waste in the Yanmar manufactures medium- and high-speed diesel owners full control over operational costs. We offer a full marine generator sets for all shipboard electrical supply waste at a pan-African marine environment.” engines for commercial duty. These are designed for low range of engines from 78mhp (57kW) to 6090mhp (4500kW) needs. Yanmar also supplies after treatment systems for level – an African contri- This initiative promis- fuel consumption and easy maintenance to give ship for main propulsion and electrical propulsion as well as reduction of fuel consumption and exhaust gas. bution to solving a global es to be a game chang- crisis. er; this is particularly As Cheri Scholtz, timely, given that the CEO of PETCO, ex- first international UN 124 Marine Drive, Service Road, Paarden Eiland, Cape Town, 7405 | +27 21 511 8201 [email protected] | www.seascapemarine.co.za plains; “PETCO believes Ocean Conference that that the partnership with took place in New York SST and the African Ma- last week. This focused rine Waste Network has on waste minimisation great potential to bring and improving mecha- nisms for environmen- 6579-Yanmar-AdvMarine_Seascape.indd 1 09-12-16 09:30 tally-sound waste man- agement, disposal and recycling. The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres stat- ed at the opening of the Ocean Conference: “The special relation- ship between people and the ocean that brings untold benefits for life, is under threat as never before. The problems of the ocean—all cre- ated by human activity, can all be reversed and prevented with decisive, coordinated action.” Given the pressing issue of ocean pollution worldwide, the partner- ship between PETCO and the SST is well-posi- tioned to become a pos- itive pathway for facili- tating change and action. Concludes Dr Tony Ribbink of SST, “Thanks must be extended to PETCO for their vision and generosity in provid- ing core support. We be- lieve that, alongside stra- tegic founding partner Plastics|SA, PETCO has planted the seed which SST will carefully nurture through its early stages, and then grow the hub so that communications will become the unifying essence of the Network. CBN July 2017 17 MARITIME & PORTS Shipping losses continue to decline Ensuring the welfare of the seafarer THE primary focus of Sea listic services to students Coastal, Deck Officers customising the train- to meet the needs of Safety Training Group at each of its three major and Marine Motorman ing content and delivery the Employer. but… “perfect (SSTG) is the welfare of locations (Cape Town, with Officer in Charge of the seafarer. It aims to en- St Helena Bay and Port Navigational Watch being sure that it plays its parts Elizabeth) including a launched in 2017 and the storm” looms in producing well-round- combination of trans- Engineering Officer of • Allianz Safety & also significant. “A ‘per- ed staff at every level from port, accommodation, the Watch course current- Shipping Review fect storm’ of increas- fishermen, to engineers, meals, Career Guidance, ly awaiting accreditation 2017: 85 large ships ing regulatory pressure cadets and Officers, that Crew Resource Man- for a 2018 launch. lost worldwide in combined with narrow- are able to demonstrate agement, Coaching and SSTG have employed 2016, down 50% ing margins and new the skill, knowledge Life-skills Development. a Specialist Executive 086 137 0206 over a decade. South risks is gathering,” says and attitude required to The SSTG Risk Coach and Career Devel- China and Southeast Ossena. competently perform in Department provides oper to facilitate corpo- Asian waters top loss More than a quarter their job roles across the Consultancy Services rate training and coach- [email protected] location. East Med- of shipping losses in maritime industry while where they assist with ing at all levels including iterranean replaces 2016 (23) occurred in keeping up with tech- all queries maritime, in- baseline skills required for British Isles as top the South China, Indo- nological advancements cluding transitional ar- entry level staff to effec- www.sstg.co.za incident hotspot. china, Indonesia and aboard vessels. rangements to STCW-F tively perform their jobs • Crew negligence, Philippines region – the SSTG’s goal is to work and most Maritime Law through aspects of leader- inadequate vessel top hotspot for the last towards making entry concerns; and Compli- ship, management, prob- maintenance and decade. Loss activity routes available at all ance Audits that deter- lem-solving, interpersonal cyber increasing remained stable but levels of qualifications mine the current state skills, emotional intelli- areas of concern, as was still almost double and is currently expand- of vessels and provide a gence, professional ethics economic pressures the East Mediterra- ing their reach through comprehensive report to and the human element. challenge budgets. nean and Black Sea re- e-learning and the provi- ensure that all aspects of The goal of this division is • New navigational gion (12), which was the sion of blended learning a vessel’s maintenance to meet with employers, and monitoring next highest. Loss activ- platforms through the and safety conform to conduct a training needs technologies could ity was up in the Japan, use of tablets in class- current legislation. analysis, recommend the help reduce impact of Korea and North Chi- room delivery. SSTG maritime train- best possible solution - human error – which na; East African Coast; SSTG has the largest ing extends beyond the which may not always be has resulted in $1.6bn South Atlantic and East number of maritime fishing sector and includes training, and then develop of losses in five years. Coast South America; accreditations in South comprehensive Merchant the required programme However, over-reli- and Canadian Arctic Africa and provides ho- Fleet Training for Master by contextualising and Follow us on Facebook for updates ance brings risks. and Alaska maritime • Piracy in Africa dras- regions. tically declined from Cargo vessels (30) ac- 160 incidents in 2011 counted for more than a to only 2 in 2016. third of all vessels lost. Passenger ferry losses Large shipping losses increased slightly (8), have declined by 50% driven by activity in over the past decade, the Mediterranean and largely driven by de- South East Asia. Stan- velopment of a more dards remain an issue robust safety environ- in some parts of Asia ment by ship-owners, with bad weather, poor according to Allianz maintenance, weak Global Corporate & enforcement of regu- Specialty SE’s (AGCS) lations and overcrowd- fifth annual Safety & ing contributing to loss Shipping Review 2017. activity. There were 85 vessels The most common reported as total loss- cause of global shipping es around the shipping losses remains founder- world in 2016, down ing (sinking), account- 16% compared with a ing for over half of all year earlier (101). Last losses in 2016, with bad year set safety records in weather often a factor. the sector with the lowest Meanwhile, over a third number of losses in the of shipping casualties past 10 years, preliminary during 2016 were caused figures show. The num- by machinery damage. ber of shipping incidents This was also respon- (casualties) also declined sible for driving a 16% slightly year-on-year, by uptick in incidents in the 4% with 2,611 reported, East Mediterranean & according to the review, Black Sea region (563), which analyzes reported enough to see it replace shipping losses over 100 the British Isles as the gross tons. top incident location “While the long-term over the past decade. downward loss trend is encouraging, there can be no room for com- placency,” says Baptiste Tel: (021) 511 5061 Ossena, Global Product Leader Hull & Marine Tel: (041) 484 6378 Liabilities, AGCS. “The penpower@mweb.co.za shipping sector is being www.penpower.co.za buffeted by a number of interconnected risks at a time of inherent economic challenges.” Environmental scrutiny is increasing with record fines for vessel pollu- tion. New ballast water management rules that come into force in 2017 are welcomed, but the cost of complying could have a significant im- pact on already-stressed shippers. Political risk is increasing, with activ- ity in hotspots such as MARINE & INDUSTRIAL: DIESEL ENGINES • GEARBOXES • GENERATORS Yemen and the South China Sea having the potential to affect ves- sel routes. 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Thermaspray, offers a marine applications. that the availability technology is the most oxidation is a notoriously harsh due to accelerated Leading thermal spray range of high quality “It is difficult to of spare parts can be ocostxida effectivetion thermal environment for corrosion in a seawater company, Surcotec, thermal spray coating predict market values a major issue at sea spraying process for Surcotec adds value to OEM customers and equipment, parts atmosphere and severe in partnership with solutions as corrosion due to marine repair or in a foreign port. large objects and is end-users through the delivery of world-class preventative measures being highly volatile Reliable parts that suitable for large build Surcotec adds value to OEM customers and that provide long- with harbour usage perform correctly ups and large scale surface coating technologies, engineering Surcotec adds value to OEM customers and end-users through the delivery of world-class capabilities and allied service solutions. Protect Components and Extend Service Life with World- term protection for sporadic at best but we betweenend-users scheduled through corrosion the delivery protection of world-class on surface coating technologies, engineering subsequent extended claim the lion’s share repair opportunities ocean-going shipping surface coating technologies, engineering capabilities and allied service solutions. Class Surface Coating and Specialised Welding Solutions equipment lifespan of the thermal spray are critical to a marine containers. Cape Town: capabilities and allied service solutions. SURCOTEC Tel: +27(21) 959 8217 Fax: +27(86) 767 2374 and reduced total life market.” Walsh affirms vessel’s efficient Surcotec undertakes SPECIALISED METAL COATINGS Website: www.surcotec.co.za cost. considerable growth operation. Failures both repairs of worn Cape Town: Surcotec’s wide range of surfacing techniques Cape Town: SURCOTEC Tel: +27(21) 959 8217 Fax: +27(86) 767 2374 Surcotec Marketing over the past three can lead to downtime Tel:components +27(21) 959 8217 Fax:as +27(86) well 767 2374 SPECIALISED METAL COATINGS Website: www.surcotec.co.za protect components against severe and Sales Manager, years in their in-situ and unscheduled calls Wasebsit e: coatingwww.surcotec.c o.zofa new environments such as: Ian Walsh, gives machining service. “A to port which can parts. Repairs form high temperatures an overview of the ship in harbour is a very cost the operator vast the majority of the chemicals Western Cape marine expensive commodity amounts. Failures at scope of work on market which is and downtime can be sea can also have severe equipment including corrosion predominantly based a massive cost making consequences from a pumps (shafts, oxidation in Cape Town and it a highly competitive crew safety point of impellers, volutes), abrasion Saldanha Bay: “Cape market. Most of these view and is thus taken valves (spindles, erosion Town, a general types of repairs are done very seriously by ship gates, balls, casings harbour with a thriving on a round-the-clock operators and insurers. and seats), hydraulic sliding container operation, basis so fast, quality The application of rods, winches (shafts, SURCOTEC wear fishing, general service at short notice is specialised coatings drums, hydraulic SPECIALISED METAL COATINGS cargo and a small oil vital, a reputation that offers a highly cost motors, hydraulic rods), terminal, is a hub for Surcotec has earned.” effective solution by propulsion (tail shafts, the oil & gas industry Walsh explains that providing a protective bow thruster parts), and presents a great many components barrier to the corrosive engine parts (cylinder potential. The deep installed on ships attack to help extend the heads, pistons, water draft Saldanha Bay such as power plants, lifespan of equipment, jackets, governorSur cotec’s wide range of surfacing port can accommodate pumping systems and parts and components. parts, fuel pump, turbo large oil tankers and is environment control While most thermal parts). “We alsotechniques do protect components against one of the main iron systems are designed for spraying technologies in situ line boring on severe environments such as: Other services offered: ore export facilities. optimum performance are suited to shipping, stern tubes, winches, Automated Bore Welding The surrounding in a land-based Plasma, HVOF (High etc.,” adds Walsh. On-site Line Boring areas boast a steel environment. “The Velocity Oxy-Fuel) “Many equipment Finishing Services manufacturing harsh environment and Arc Wire Spraying manufacturers now corrosion applications are fast offer a piece of On-site welding plant and one of the experienced at sea country’s largest oil often puts these becoming the leading equipment with the erosion storage facilities.” systems outside their technologies. option of coatings being Surcotec’s coatings extend equipment life As Cape Town’s designed capabilities, Walsh explains that applied at manufacture abrasion cycles, maximise uptime and productivity reputable and fully reducing lifespan.” the type of coatings for an added premium, sliding for lowest total cost of ownership. equipped thermal Highlighting parts and processes used in and the equipment spray company, reliability as another the marine industry operators are becoming Surcotec is perfectly concern to marine are determined by the better acquainted wear SURCOTEC SPECIALISED METAL COATINGS Tel: +27(21) 959 8217 Fax: +27(86) 767 2374 Website: www.surcotec.co.za positioned to assist in operators, Walsh notes specific application. with the benefits of On sea water-exposed coatings.” chemicals parts for example, we Thermal spray high temperatures see a large portion of coating technology HVOF applications is also becoming an oxidation employed on critical increasingly viable valve and wear parts. corrosion preventative HVOF is increasing measure to provideSurcotec adds value to OEM customers and end-users being used as a long-term protectionthrough the delivery of world-class surface coating technologies, The big tow, the crew, the passion to conquer Mother Nature. That replacement for hard against corrosion engineeringon capabilities and allied service solutions. and your KOHLER® commercial marine generators are what keep chrome on parts coastal infrastructures you on the water. Giving you the power to conquer anything, no such as hydraulic such as port facilities, matter what you’re up against. shafts, pumps and bridges, pipelines, and seals. HVOF’s dense highways. coatings reduce the Walsh affirms that possibility of sea water Surcotec’s two-year penetrating through partnership with to base material and Thermaspray has causing premature without any doubt failure. had a positive impact Plasma offers a on the business. full range of ceramic “The partnership has coatings including hard added value through wearing, insulation an increase in capital type and chemical equipment such as the attack-preventative Plasma system and coatings which are manipulating robots. used extensively as a We have access to corrosion barrier. Due Thermaspray technical to the ability to operate back up and laboratory Sales & Service: Tel +27 (0) 21 511 8201 for extended periods and have the added 124 Marine Drive Service Road, Paarden Eiland without lubrication, advantage of being they can also serve as able to forward repairs www.seascapemarine.co.za a low maintenance that are too big for coating. our facility to handle Walsh recommends to Thermaspray and arc sprayed coatings maintain our high 65EOZCJ 65 kW as a repair solution service levels and for worn parts. This customer loyalty.” CBN July 2017 19 MATERIALS HANDLING & EQUIPMENT Konecranes celebrates the delivery of the 1 000th RTG

ENGINEERED FOR KONECRANES has When combined, these since the first prototype been delivering Rail features are intended to was built in the city of Mounted Gantry significantly speed up the Hyvinkää, Finland, over PERFORMANCE (RMG) cranes to in- container handling cycle, 20 years ago. The orig- termodal operators all increasing the productiv- inal idea has paved the over the world for many ity of yard operation. way for new applications years. This year marks The benefits likewise and features, which in the delivery of the 1 extend past the ease turn have enabled new 000th Konecranes Rub- of container handling. markets to emerge. ber Tired Gantry (RTG) With decreased unnec- The first Konecranes’ crane – a milestone in its essary movements due RTGs were used solely impressive history. to the precision of the by seaport terminals. The In South Africa three ALC system, productiv- 1 000th RTG was installed RMG’s have been in- ity can remain kept at at the Georgia Ports Au- stalled at Transnet in its highest level and en- thority at the Port of Sa- Gauteng. “It is one of ergy-waste can be kept vannah in the USA. With the largest scale instal- to a minimum. The use 22 ship-to-shore cranes lations of RMG cranes of AC-motors and fre- (soon to be 26) and 146 ever to be undertaken quency converters, in- RTGs, the Savannah Ter- in Southern Africa”, stead of direct current minal is furnished with said John MacDonald, technology, can also lead more pieces of Kone- Service, Sales and Mar- to significantly improved cranes equipment than keting Director at Kone- eco-efficiency. any other container termi- cranes Southern Africa. Despite the innovative nal in the world. It is the “Weighing over 350 tons, features, Konecranes’ fourth-busiest container the cranes are each able RTG was not a straight- terminal in the United to move a container ev- forward success story. States. ery three minutes”. Konecranes’ approach to The latest chapter in Konecranes’ Rubber the RTG crane was unfa- the RTG’s story is the Our combination of multi-faceted handling equipment Tired Gantry (RTG) miliar to most container BOXHUNTER RTG crane is an integral part terminal operators, who crane. means that Linde machines are perfectly equipped for of the global company’s were hesitant to order The BOxHUNTER is big jobs, small jobs and everything in between. With our product offering. This the slightly more expen- operated at ground level comprehensive logistical know-how, Linde has fast productive and reliable sive crane in favour of and integrates several become the industry symbol for superior quality, seamless RTG was developed the more affordable innovative technologies more than 20 years ago partly hydraulic-driven that aim to improve the functionality and innovation. Available to lease, rent or and remains the top RTG cranes. user’s experience and on hire purchase, investing in Linde machines ensures choice for container ter- However, after word bring savings for the the remarkable effi ciency of each member of our family. Linde Material Handling minals around the globe. spread of the RTG terminal. The new ad- Konecranes’ RTG crane’s unique features dition to Konecranes’ For more information on Linde dealerships, products and services contact us on has three main features through user references, RTG portfolio targets +27 21 380 4600 or visit www.linde-mh.co.za. which were part of the success followed. previously unconquered design from the start. The Konecranes’ RTG market areas, mainly de- non-hydraulic design, has come a long way veloping countries. unique to Konecranes’ RTGs in the 1990s, has since been adopted by competitors. Nonetheless, Konecranes was among the first to realize the im- mense benefits of non-hy- draulic RTG cranes, WE LOVE CRANES which are designed to provide higher reliability, EVEN THE ONES WE DIDN’T MAKE less downtime, and lower maintenance and spare part costs, particularly at ports that experience harsh coastal weather. Two other main fea- tures have remained part of Konecranes’ unique and market-leading RTG design. First is the Direct Gantry Drive de- sign with 16-wheel mech- anism that separated Konecranes’ RTG crane from its competitors’ 8-wheel RTG cranes. The increase in wheels We Service, Repair from 8 to 16 meant lower wheel loads, less mainte- and Load Test all nance, and minimal wear to the wheels. The extra Makes of Cranes wheels also allowed the crane to move sideways, potentially increasing productivity. www.konecranes.co.za

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Keeping Forklift Management they exist, are ticked conditions and reasons restructured its service that customer satisfied System package, offer- off with great flair and for shut down. department in order during the entire term ing some features that interesting artworks, FMX remains the to offer customers the of the contract, and depart from the stan- sometimes filed, or only product to have lowest total cost of then coming back to us dard. Firstly the FMX relegated to file 13, Engine Protection, ownership. again, is what is truly Display can be fitted to often without getting Access Control, Speed With 19 years’ important.” ANY brand of machine within 100 metres of Limiting, Transmission experience in the local Winson says his and can be transferred the machine. Protection, Battery forklift industry, Lex immediate goal is to turn between brand types. FMX Display re- Protection, Starter Winson was appointed flow in the service Winson, while the the service department FMX Display also of- cords and stores the Motor Protection, Idle as Service Manager, department, which existing foremen have around and improve on fers multi-tier Access check online for later Cut Out, Positioning, with effect from has involved dividing seen their roles expand our customer support Control, via normal recovery if necessary, Driver Display and January this year. Latest the technical support to become Contract levels. “Goals have been Tag On or Tag On plus and can be used as part Load Management developments include team into a general Managers, responsible set up to the middle Pin Code or Tag On, of the greater driver (with more) in a single the addition of a Pre- administration section for different areas. The of the year, and by plus Pin Code plus scorecard process. control box. FMX is Delivery Inspection and a technical section. first appointment in the beginning of 2018, Driver Check List or FMX Display is rug- fully modular, transfer- (PDI) area at the main The latter includes a this regard covers the where everybody will be Tag On, plus Pin Code ged and robust, de- rable and supported by workshop facility in new call centre, which Lowveld area from well-trained in the new plus Bonnet Open (IC signed for African and world-class web-based Johannesburg. “This has will ultimately be linked Nelspruit to Polokwane. business model. machines) plus Driver similar conditions and software. been a major highlight to Goscor Lift Truck Three Product Support “Technology has also that has changed Company’s toll-free Representatives have advanced, especially in the mindset of the number to improve its been added to the team, terms of electric-driven organisation to focus 24/7 back-up service. the main function of equipment, where Another Linde truck for on customer service, Technicians are on which is to grow the components need to be and provided a good standby in case of after- aftermarket and service programmed and engine selling tool for the sales hours emergencies. support function. diagnostics carried Amcor Flexibles department,” Winson A manager has been The service out via laptop. This points out. appointed to be in department is the is in line with similar AMCOR Flexibles is Winson has also charge of the overall heart of the business, developments in the a global printing and been instrumental in workshop facility, representing a critical automotive industry,” laminating company updating the process reporting directly to extension of the Winson explains. who are already util- CROWN advert 140x210 REV_FA1.pdf 1 2017/06/30 9:32 AM ising a range of Linde products within their operations. Their need of a forklift for their Warehouse in Kwazulu Natal naturally meant that they would look to Linde as their sup- plier of choice for their electronic truck. Linde South Africa is proud to be associated with Amcor Flexibles and Seen in the photo from left to right are : Pat Pillay/ are looking forward to Product Support, Linde Durban; Leverne Poisson/ a continued business Area Sales Manager, Linde Durban; Sibongumenzi partnership with them Khati/Procurement Specialist, Amcor Flexibles; long into the future. Rafiq Peerbhai/Operation, Amcor Flexibles.

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National: 0861 IFM RSA (436 772) International: +27 12 450 0400 THE POWER OF KNOWLEDGE ENGINEERING ® SKF is a registered trademark of the SKF Group. | © SKF Group 2015 Centurion, Durban, Rustenburg, Port Elizabeth, Vaal Triangle, Klerksdorp, Richards Bay, Lydenburg, Cape Town, Northern Cape, Namibian Subsidiary CBN July 2017 23 ELECTRICAL SAREC expresses disappointment WACO to distribute over renewables PPA impasse

THE South African Re- posing serious threats Before the renewable to poor communities. Citiq prepaid meters newable Energy Council to the local renewables energy programme halt- SAREC chair Brenda (SAREC) has expressed industry. ed in 2015, it was trum- Martin explained: “The CITIQ Prepaid, South stock of meters, read- their disappointment peted as a resounding industry had already Africa’s premier pre- ily available to be or- over the Department SAREC highlights success by both govern- attracted a substantial paid electricity meter dered directly through of Energy and Eskom’s industry impact ment and Eskom. eco-system of service in- and vending system customer’s existing failure to provide any SAREC noted that bid dustries and was begin- provider, is proud to accounts with WACO. certainty for investors The energy council tariffs had tumbled to the ning to leverage invest- announce their part- Citiq Prepaid continues during a recent update to highlighted in a state- point where renewable ment in heavy up-stream nership with WACO to offer customers the parliament, on Eskom’s ment that emerging energy has become the fabrication industries.” Industries to distribute same innovative vend- failure to sign Power markets are enduring cheapest option for new Eskom’s apparent Citiq Prepaid meters on ing system as before, Purchase Agreements the most impact of the generation capacity avail- objections to sign- their behalf. WACO In- with the same wide pay- with Independent Power R58 billion ($4.4 billion) able to the country. ing agreements with dustries is a distributor ment channel options Producers. stalled investment – an Renewable plants preferred renewable of industrial electrical and reliable monthly The inter-governmen- estimated 13,000 con- are majority owned by bidders ignore these products and accesso- payment system. tal task team has instead struction jobs have been South Africans and are broad benefits and ries in Southern Africa. Says Michael Franze, supplying the whole- proposed further delays lost and billions of Rands typically built in rural instead focus the util- Through the partner- MD of Citiq Prepaid: sale market and we are to the end of August if of local economic devel- areas where they bring ity’s selfish interests, ship with WACO, Citiq “Waco Industries is very enthusiastic about not to February 2018 – opment spend foregone. unprecedented benefits SAREC noted. Prepaid has ample an industry leader in working with them.” Off-grid energy solutions Lucy Electric unveils first power Africa 36kV Ring Main Unit THE new Aegis36 is the WITH more than latest extension to its 600 million people in Aegis range and means African lacking access that customers across to affordable, reliable Africa will now be able energy, off-grid solu- to select Lucy Elec- tions are a viable alter- tric ring main products native, such as those across the full second- supplied by Cummins ary distribution voltage Power Generation who range. manufacture a range The new Aegis36 has of generator sets from been developed to 8kVA to 3 300kVA. meet growing demand Off-grid solutions for a quality switchgear mote terminal units for breaker combinations are based on the spe- solution across 36kV remote operation and and a large selection cific needs of the op- networks and the in- control. of IDMT relays, VPIS/ eration or application creasing number of Easy to install with VDS, EFI and other ac- in question, classed renewable power con- simple and virtually cessories, for maximum generally as either Power generators can help businesses and households keep the lights on. nections in Africa and maintenance-free oper- flexibility. ‘standby’ or ‘prime’. worldwide. Created us- ation, the Aegis36 com- All live parts in the A ‘standby’ unit pro- a dedicated Cummins few minutes of power site. To ensure minimal ing Lucy Electric’s prov- bines the highest power Aegis36 are insulated vides power in the expert is assigned to outage can result in disruption, Cummins en and reliable technol- ratings, safety features within a hermetical- event of grid failure, oversee all aspects of millions of rands in lost boasts a comprehen- ogy, its compact design and is compliant with ly-sealed, stainless steel which means the duty the project, including production. Cummins sive logistics supply means it has one of the the latest IEC stan- SF6 gas enclosure. It has is far lower, generally the training of relevant also stocks essential chain to ensure that smallest foot prints of dards, making it suit- an internal arc rated ca- around 20 to 40 hours customer personnel. parts on-site to ensure any part reaches site all 36kV RMUs on the able for both indoor and ble box, internal cable of operation a month. “It is essential that minimal downtime. in the shortest possi- market. The unit is au- outdoor applications. It compartment and key ‘Prime’ solutions are a competent expert is Unfortunately, not all ble turnaround times,” tomation-ready, with offers a wide range of locks for safety during entirely separate from on-site 24/7, as only a parts can be kept on- Gaynor concludes. optional integrated re- load switch and circuit operation. the national grid, and supply load power on a 24/7 basis. “This option requires considerably better planning and far greater investment, as the entire outcome of the operation de- pends on the power PEOPLE supply,” Cummins WARMS Power Generation Director Kenny Gaynor comments. AND THE “The genset needs to be specified precisely. This means the most important aspect to ENVIRONMENT take into consideration is the original equip- ment manufacturer (OEM) or supplier. Product quality, parts availability, aftersales service, and technical capability are para- mount to success. If We have a wide range of infrared heaters available, so there is no need to be cold this Winter. one aspect fails, the 80% more economical than gas, no gas burning smell and a 6000 hour lamp life. entire project fails,” Gaynor stresses. Contact one of our branches for more information. As part of its off- Blackheath 021 905 1877 | Brackenfell 021 982 1404 | Cape Town 021 531 2033 grid offering, Cummins Power Generation pro- George 044 873 5020 | Knysna 044 382 1242 | Mossel Bay 044 695 0010 vides a full and com- Overstrand 028 312 3366 | Paarl 021 872 1554 | Salt River 021 440 7100 prehensive range of Strand 021 853 8511 | West Coast 022 713 2371 | Wetton 021 761 4599 services, including con- ceptualisation, design, Worcester 023 342 1795 construction, installa- tion, commissioning, [email protected] www.voltex.co.za operation, and mainte- facebook.com/VoltexSA twitter.com/voltexsa nance. Due to the com- plex and intricate na- ture of such solutions, 24 CBN July 2017 EDS PROFILE EDS celebrates 20 successful years

Q Range Floor Standing Modular System. Q Range Generator Control System. Sivacon - 58 low voltage switchboard.

WHEN young elec- tunities and respond- manufacturing our own flowed from the 2010 of orders. which tested Cape. boards, EDS Mainte- trical engineer Johan ing to the changing panel enclosures and FIFA World Cup sta- our production capaci- Being a Siemens nance and Automation Human embarked on demands of the mar- invested in sheet metal dium construction and ty to the limit! At peak, licensee means that and EDS Distribution” a business enterprise ketplace are essential machinery outgrowing airport infrastructure we were producing the EDS can provide fully explained Johan. back in 1997, he could elements to any busi- the Montague Gar- upgrades that really same number of pan- compliant and certi- “We offer a one-stop not have foreseen how ness success, and there dens premises which tested our manufactur- els in one month that fied systems - including facility with design, successful his fledgling is always the element we exchanged for our ing capabilities. would normally take us components - which has engineering, project business, EDS Switch- of luck of being in the current 1 800m2 facil- further enhanced the management, sheet boards would become. right place and the right ity in Paarden Eiland. firm’s reputation with metal manufacturing This scenario is fa- time. About this time I began major customers and and assembly, wiring, miliar to every entre- “We started the developing a modular "...orders flowed from consultants alike, not testing, maintenance, preneur; spotting an business in 1997 from panel system which we just in their own back- automation and distri- opportunity, being sav- a 300m2 premises in call the Q- range, which 2010 World Cup...and yard but to customers in bution. This full scope vy and having the drive Montague Gardens, complied with relevant Africa too. EDS switch- of facilities, under one and determination to seeing an opportunity SANS 61439-1&2 rated airport infrastructure... board products have roof, ensures high qual- turn a vision into a re- in local panel manu- at 50kA for one second. found their way into a ity products and speedy ality. Carefully analyz- facture supply to cus- “Further investment testing our production number of industries in delivery. ing the risks through tomers in the Western in CNC sheet metal ma- most of the neighbour- “Our current staff self-belief and em- Cape. We were essen- chinery in 2004 and the capacity..." ing states. complement is more powering themselves tially assembling con- adoption of our mod- They say that ‘it’s an than 80 including 10 in through the acquisition trol panels from bought ular design resulted in ill wind that blows no our design engineer- of knowledge that will in components” related an increasing number “Our manufacturing six months to complete. one any good...’ and ing team and we will further their goals. Johan. of orders from larger capability and modular “Delivering quality Eskom’s load shedding be ISO 9000 certified Having the foresight “Three years later we industrial concerns, but design enabled us to products on time and predicament certainly before the end of the and recognizing oppor- saw the opportunity of it was the orders that complete an avalanche complying with local benefited EDS in pro- year.” and international stan- viding control panels to And what of the fu- dards entrenched our activate standby power ture? name and business in the case of predict- “The future of EDS continued to expand. able and unpredictable looks very bright” says We gained a reputation outages. Johan. “We have de- for being able to han- The swing to re- veloped systems that dle emergency work at newables and off-grid interface and can inte- short notice and that installations and com- grate with all aspects led to the development bination systems of of power management of a maintenance divi- self-generated power and generation includ- sion and countering the provides more oppor- ing Eskom power, wind perception that electri- tunities. This includes energy, PV and standby cal panels and motor providing control sys- and stand-alone sys- control centers were a tems where an indepen- tems. At present our fit and forget item” he dent power source sup- focus is on low voltage explained. plements mains power systems and expansion Having the business if the demand from can come in various confidence and high expanded processes ways - being Lloyd’s tech manufacturing cannot be met by cur- compliant, providing facilities led Johan in rent mains capacity or marine systems for ex- 2014 into an association where supplementary ample, but there are with electrical giant, power provides a more opportunities to ex- Siemens who license flexible or less expen- plore in medium volt- EDS to manufacture sive alternative. age too. The swing to its SIVACON S8 range alternative sources of of low voltage switch- Now and the future power will always re- boards. EDS are one of quire control and mon- only four such licensees “The EDS Group has itoring systems and in South Africa and the three subdivisions people are much more Some of EDS dedicated site staff. only one in the Western namely EDS Switch- conscious of the cost of electricity and its effi- cient use, which bodes well for our monitoring and automation busi- ness” he concluded.

Energy Driven Solutions for Totally Integrated Power

The EDS Design, En- gineering and Project Management Team:

• Possesses a wealth of experience in low voltage electrical engineering - em- ployees served in various sectors of the field CBN July 2017 25 EDS PROFILE

• Is fully qualified and Schneider Electric’s • Motor control ○○ Preventative account manage- capable to handle PME, to automate their centers and distri- maintenance ment (electricity, complete projects power, water and gas bution boards fully ○○ Maintenance water, gas) from the conceptual networks and integrate certified to comply contracts ○○ Installation & to the fully com- their existing equip- to IEC 61439-2 ○○ Standby assis- software setup for missioned stage. ment with the monitor- specifications and tance for electri- report generation Where clients do ing systems of EDS. rated up to 7000 A cal failures for billing and not have ‘in-house’ and Arc tested to ○○ Power factor power quality designing expertise Poor electrical network IEC/TR 61641 correction system analysis. EDS assists with the maintenance can lead • Other: servicing design to: ○○ Generator control ○○ Synchronisation EDS Industries • shorter lifespan of and synchronisa- of generator Compliance to: distribution boards tion panels systems EDS control systems • increased cost ○○ Control consoles ○○ Converting relay are found across all in- • ISO 9001/2015 • possible longer pe- or operator con- logic control sys- dustries including: Quality Manage- riods of plant shut trol desks tems to PLC au- ment System down ○○ Metering panels tomated systems • Mining • Nuclear QA Q3 • increased risks such ○○ Power factor ○○ Commissioning of • Food Quality level (Koe- as loss of property correction (PFC) systems • Agriculture berg Nuclear Power and life and harmonic • Surveys and Re- • Solar Station and CG • breakdowns at in- filter panels Pho- ports: • Manufacturing convenient times tovoltaic panels Alstom in France ○○ Power quality • Infrastructure have seismically (PV) ○ Energy analysis ○ • Industrial proj- qualified our prod- EDS high level techni- ○○ Containerised ○ Power factor ○ ects and building ucts) cal support provides substations analysis industry: • Full certification: clients with answers to ○○ Variable speed ○○ Compliance IEC 61439-2 with the frequently asked drives surveys ○○ Shopping centers Seismic Certifi- questions: ○○ Telkom/GPO ○○ Fault current ○○ Factories Kiosk. cation and ARC boxes calculations ○○ Petrol service stations Some of the landmark Building (5-Star Resistance and • What is the qual- ○○ Junction boxes ○○ Power consump- projects that EDS is Green Star SA) ○○ Commercial rated up to 7000 ity of the energy ○○ Outdoor kiosks: tion efficiency proud to be associated buildings • Koeberg Nuclear A and Arc tested distributed in my steel and polyeth- ○○ Thermal and in- with: Power Station ○ Airports to IEC/TR61641 networks? ylene frared scanning ○ • Netcare Christiaan ○ Stadiums (SIVACON S8) • Are components ○○ Council distri- ○○ Certification of ○ • Antarctic SANAE Barnard Memorial • Certificate of and equipment be- bution pillars low voltage instal- ○○ Hospitals base Hospital Compliance and ing compromised? (stubbies) and lations ○○ Universities • Green Point Sta- • Square Kilome- Guarantee Certifi- • Are all network metering kiosks • Support and train- • Energy: dium and Nelson ter Array radio cate are issued with components and ○○ Sheet metal ing: ○○ Power stations: Mandela Bay telescope (SKA), each delivery plant equipment products ○○ Technical support nuclear, Multi-Purpose MeerKAT healthy? ○○ Metering on new and exist- ○○ Renewable Stadium • Renewable energy EDS Partnerships: • Should timeous ○○ Bus bar systems ing products and energy: hydro • Cape Town Interna- farms in Northern replacement be ○○ Specialised services and photovoltaic tional Airport Cape: Konkoonsies • Approved tech- scheduled? ducting and other ○○ Meter reading panel plants • Portside FNB and Aries nology partner • Can energy, gas and sheet applications of Siemens on water be used more ○○ Light engineering their SIVACON wisely? products S8 low-voltage • Is the system con- Energy Driven Solutions for Totally Integrated switchboard (full tinuously monitored EDS Services certification: IEC and is information Power across all Industries 61439-2 Specifica- available to make • Design, manufac- tions with Seismic timeous decisions? ture and supply of One-stop facility: design, engineering, project management, Certification and • Do I have standby electrical distribu- ARC Resistance) assistance? tion boards and sheet metal manufacturing and assembly, wiring, testing, • Schneider Electric • Do I have proof control panels on their Power of compliancy for • Quotations: Esti- maintenance, automation and distribution Monitoring Expert insurance purposes? mating, ‘ high level” (PME) and meter- • Do we manage our budget quotations, ing control SCADA/ risks effectively and budget quotations, APPROVED TECHNOLOGY PARTNER OF SIEMENS ON control system. This comply with best comprehensive SIVACON S8 LOW-VOLTAGE SWITCHBOARDS enables EDS to as- practices? quotations, com- (IEC 61439-1/2 SPECIFICATIONS WITH SEISMIC sist clients with their plete designs with CERTIFICATION & ARC RESISTANCE) energy, water and EDS Distribution detailed drawings gas assessments, and specifications remote monitoring EDS Distribution is the • Design and project and metering, tests, distribution arm of the management surveys, reports and group, which supplies • Draughting facili- training to improve all spare components ties (CAD) operational efficien- and products manufac- • CNC bending and cy and reduce costs tured by EDS Switch- punching boards. It also supplies • Assessments, Moni- EDS Switchboards a range of custom-built toring and Testing: grease filters to the ○○ Fault analysis and The original EDS hospitality industry and prevention Switchboards is one injection molding ma- • Dielectric testing of the industry leaders chine filters. • Power quality SANS 61439-1/2/3 LV DISTRIBUTION BOARDS and a major player in • Assembly assess- AND MOTOR CONTROL CENTERS. the design and manu- EDS Products ment facturing of electrical • Prospective short distribution boards and Design, manufacture circuit current motor control centers. and commissioning of determination EDS Switchboards de- the following equip- • Earth loop testing veloped Engineering ment: • Injection tests Design Software and a • Q Range (modular • Passive energy modular range of dis- range certified to efficiency: infrared tribution boards and SANS 61439-1/2): scanning motor control panels ○○ Main (MDB) and • Remote metering & that enables the manu- Sub-distribution monitoring (PME) facture of products that boards (SDB) • Integration of the comply with the latest under 10kA client’s systems to SANS/IEC 61439-2 ○○ Main and our monitoring specifications. Sub-distribution systems boards 10kA and • Maintenance and EDS Maintenance and over Servicing: Automation ○○ Motor control ○○ Retro-fit and centers servicing of LV EDS expanded in 2015 ○○ Variable speed switchgear to include a mainte- drives (VSD) ○○ Replacement nance and automa- panels of/additions to tion division to meet ○○ Programmable equipment the needs of the end logic controller ○○ Modifications to user of its products in panels (PLC) boards Electrical Distribution Systems maintaining the health • Siemens SIVACON ○○ Servicing of of their distribution S8 low voltage-dis- MDB’s, DB’s & boards. Through the tribution boards: MCC’s 26 CBN July 2017 SAFETY & SECURITY NOSA’s 9 fire safety points Ensuring the welfare of the seafarer #1: There must be maintenance of electrical drills must be held. All THE primary focus platforms through the concerns; and Compli- veloper to facilitate a Fire Rationale in systems in the building. residents must practise of Sea Safety Training use of tablets in class- ance Audits that deter- corporate training and place for any building #4: You must ensure these drills at least once Group (SSTG) is the room delivery. mine the current state coaching at all levels design and subsequent regular inspections every six months to en- welfare of the seafarer. SSTG has the largest of vessels and provide a including baseline skills refurbishments. This are conducted on fire sure that you can control It aims to ensure that number of maritime comprehensive report to required for entry level must be signed off by a prevention methods and the evacuation process it plays its parts in pro- accreditations in South ensure that all aspects of staff to effectively per- registered professional equipment: and that it poses the min- ducing well-rounded Africa and provides ho- a vessel’s maintenance form their jobs through fire engineer, as well #5: The building’s imum risk to everyone in staff at every level from listic services to students and safety conform to aspects of leadership, as approved by the fire design must include safe the building. fishermen, to engineers, at each of its three major current legislation. management, prob- department. means of exiting for res- #9: Train all residents cadets and Officers, that locations (Cape Town, SSTG maritime train- lem-solving, interper- #2: You must con- idents and visitors. on basic firefighting are able to demonstrate St Helena Bay and Port ing extends beyond the sonal skills, emotional duct an assessment of #6: Clear and concise processes. Several the skill, knowledge Elizabeth) including a fishing sector and in- intelligence, professional the methods and mate- emergency plans and reports suggested that and attitude required to combination of trans- cludes comprehensive ethics and the human el- rials that will be used for procedures to evacuate the fire was caused by competently perform in port, accommodation, Merchant Fleet Train- ement. The goal of this construction. This must residents and visitors faulty electrical supply their job roles across the meals, Career Guid- ing for Master Coast- division is to meet with occur during the design must be in place, as well to a fridge – basic maritime industry while ance, Crew Resource al, Deck Officers and employers, conduct a and construction phase, as communicated to firefighting skills could keeping up with tech- Management, Coaching Marine Motorman with training needs analysis, and must be approved. those renting or living in have controlled this. nological advancements and Life-skills Develop- Officer in Charge of recommend the best This includes the fire the building. NOSA provides oc- aboard vessels. ment. Navigational Watch be- possible solution - which retardant properties of #7: You must display cupational health, safety SSTG’s goal is to The SSTG Risk ing launched in 2017 and may not always be train- materials, and integral clear and concise and environmental risk work towards making Department provides the Engineering Officer ing, and then develop fire safety controls, such evacuation floor plans management services entry routes available at Consultancy Services of the Watch course cur- the required programme as the sprinkler systems. throughout the building and solutions to prevent all levels of qualifications where they assist with rently awaiting accredi- by contextualising and #3: You must possess directing residents to the fatalities in the work- and is currently expand- all queries maritime, tation for a 2018 launch. customising the training a certificate of compli- closest escape door and place. NOSA offers over ing their reach through including transitional ar- SSTG have employed content and delivery to ance for all electrical in- escape route. 50 SHEQ training cours- e-learning and the provi- rangements to STCW-F a Specialist Executive meet the needs of the stallations, annual earth #8: Regular emergen- es, including the industry sion of blended learning and most Maritime Law Coach and Career De- Employer. leakage testing as well as cy and fire evacuation leader SAMTRAC. Drones improve your security THE rapidly-growing With analysts putting the the new capabilities un- top $11.2 billion by 2020, Drones have gone global drone market global market opportu- manned aerial vehicles says Gartner. Goldman beyond military tools presents a plethora of nities around drones at (UAVs) deliver. Nearly Sachs Research expects and consumer toys, says opportunities for com- anywhere between $11 three million drones businesses and civil Airborne Drones South panies to enhance their billion and $13 billion will be manufactured governments to spend Africa. In fact, the big- operations, or for new by 2020, organisations this year alone, and the $13 billion on drones by gest demand for drones businesses to emerge, across all verticals stand global market revenue 2020, putting thousands today is coming out of says Airborne Drones. to gain by harnessing for drones is expected to of them in the sky. the commercial and gov- ernment sectors. The company notes that commercial, long- range drones offer or- ganisations the ability Picture credit USNews.com to map, monitor and control large and hard and real-time data for mapping and security. to navigate areas, at a Building Information Mapping – for devel- lower cost than through Modelling. This allows opers, civil engineers traditional methods and for greater efficiencies and local authorities, with with no risk to employ- from pre-construction drones’ mapping appli- ees. The fact that you’re through to maintenance cations offer an efficient able to get HD aerial phase. geographic survey tool feeds and explore high- Asset management – – even across challeng- ly targeted zones using currently the most ing terrain and bodies of drones presents signifi- compelling drone ap- water. cant opportunities for a plication for multiple Surveys and re- number of sectors. industry verticals is asset search – The use of Airborne highlights 10 management and pro- drones for mapping and key areas where drones tection. Whether the geographic surveys can can offer compelling assets are power lines, also add significant value benefits: buildings, humans, wild- to marketers and brands Safety and security – life or roads, drones are researching target areas; unlike satellite imaging, being deployed for rap- as well as to public sector traditional aerial sur- id, efficient inventory authorities confirming veys or human resources and survey purposes. census data or assessing on the ground, drones Maintenance – development needs. offer the ability to con- Drones support ongo- Risk monitoring and duct highly targeted sur- ing routine facilities in- claims assessment – for veillance with live feeds spections at lower cost the insurance sector, to headquarters and no and risk, particularly in drones offer the abili- risk to human life. In potentially hazardous ty to efficiently assess high-risk situations, such areas such as power population density, nat- as civil unrest or natural lines or power plants, ural risk, property values disaster, drones allow for or in the case of very and damages; enabling ongoing assessment of tall structures such as more accurate forecast- the situation, supporting radio antennas or bridg- ing, more competitive

rapid and appropriate es. Drones also allows products and faster COURSE NAME JUL 2017* AUG 2017* SEPT 2017* response. Drones can for wear and damage claims resolution. also be deployed4 "for .assessments,53 supported"$ Film and multime- First Aid Level 1 13 -14 10 - 11 07 - 08 search and rescueIODJ VpurKLS-+6(byWU DtechnologiesLQLQJIRUWKHP suchLQLQJ asVH FWRdiaU – already widely is poses, covering ground thermal imaging camer- use by film and photog- NOSA SHE Incident Investigation Level 3 10 - 12 13 - 15 more effectively than as, bypassing the need raphy professionals, the Basic Firefighting 22 - 23 21 - 22 ground teams are able for ground crews and potential for drones to to, and could potentially specialised equipment. add new dimensions to 14 - 18 11 - 15 Introduction to SAMTRAC 17 - 21 be used for emergency They can also be used for multimedia is significant. 28 - 01 18 - 22 medical deliveries. routine deliveries of con- Aerial visuals now possi- Construction efficien- SAMTRAC 10 - 21 14 - 25 04 - 15 sumables and spares be- ble through drones also cies – predicted by Gold- tween pre-programmed offer opportunities to man Sachs Research to launch and landing pads, the real estate, hospitali- be by far the largest com- so reducing cost and po- ty and tourism sectors to mercial application for tential downtime. enhance marketing and drones in the short term, Agriculture – ad- communications. 4".53"$ drones offer construc- vanced agriculture will Drones-as-a-service – W K H  I O D J V K L S  L Q  + 6 (  W U D L Q L Q J tion firms and develop- depend on drone tech- multiple new business ers efficient new 2D and nologies for multiple ap- opportunities now exist Website: www.nosa.co.za | Tel: 021 975 0680 | Email:[email protected] 3D mapping methods, plications, such as crop for the launch of spe- as well as thermal and and irrigation inspec- cialist drone surveillance multi-spectral imaging tion, precision spraying, and survey services. CBN July 2017 27 SAFETY & SECURITY A focus on hygiene and safety G FOX & CO (Pty) Ltd ucts includes: and refreshments. ues to expand its of- is widely regarded as Foot wear. Work Prompt, efficient de- fering, service delivery South Africa’s premier wear. gloves, respira- liveries are direct to the and branch network, in supplier of Personal tors, harnesses, hear- customer’s door step a continual process of Protective equipment ing protection, clean- via a fleet of over 40 improvement and de- (PPE) cleaning chem- ing chemicals, janito- vehicles, ensuring that velopment as South Af- icals, paper products rial products, paper their order will be de- rica’s premier supplier and industrial consum- products, brush ware, livered as requested. of industrial consuma- able supplies. cleaning equipment G Fox & Co contin- ble products. It distributes products throughout South Af- rica through a network of eight branches in and as a member of the Bidvest Group, G Fox & Co has become a trusted supplier to over 12 000 South African 26th June - companies. Since its founding 54 11th August years ago the company 2017 has built a reputation as the first point of call for any business, or individual looking for a reliable and quality supplier of industrial consumables. R199.00 R226.86 incl VAT "...a trusted Eskimo Latex Thermal Gloves SAFE521 supplier to over 12 000 R59.99 R68.39 incl VAT South African GLRU02710 Grey Cotton R25.00 companies." R28.50 incl VAT Gloves Trouser ZZZCAPS025N 49 All the G Fox & Co 00 R3. branches carry signif- 00 R179. 00 R3.98 incl VAT R269. R204.06 incl VAT R27. R306.66 incl VAT icant stockholding, R30.78 incl VAT ZZZGLCO002 ensuring speedy com- SAFE089 SAFE464 00 pletion of customer re- SUN024 R40. R45.60 incl VAT quirements, no matter how large and on time. CAPS026 The cornerstone of the G Fox & Co busi- ness has been to source the best quality and val- R159.00 ue for money products, R181.26 incl VAT locally and globally, and CZRBPRT34 these characteristics have created a reliable 00 brand that has stood 00 00 R750. R229. R219. R855.00 incl VAT the test of time. R249.66 incl VAT The firm offers pro- R261.06 incl VAT BUCK020 fessional training and BOOT008 BOOT091 skills as well as products 00 with a focus on hygiene R579. and safety. R660.06 incl VAT Luxury 2-Ply NAM0124 All workwear sold by BUCK017 G Fox & Co is manu- Household factured in its state of 00 00 Mop the art facility in Swazi- R125. R212. R142.50 incl VAT R241.68 incl VAT land. All garments are 00 R69. 00 manufactured from the ZZZPAPER01 ZZZPAPER06 R78.66 incl VAT R27. finest quality fabrics, R30.78 incl VAT RCLK5KG sourced directly by the MOPS002 factory and are finished to the highest standards in the industry. The company claim market leadership in producing Gaurdex Flame Inherent gar- ments; not chemically 50 00 dipped but woven into R26. 00 R40. 00 00 R40. R45.60 incl VAT R119. R23. the fabric. Garments R30.21 incl VAT R45.60 incl VAT R135.66 incl VAT R26.22 incl VAT COSS12932 comply with the ISNF- DET037 DET041 FHC001B BRSH002 PA2112 standards and are manufactured to the SANS 434 specifi- cations. In addition to giving peace of mind garments are guaran- teed for 100 washes.

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G fox & Co have a vast product range which amongst other prod- 28 CBN July 2017 STAINLESS STEEL MATERIALS Insimbi shows its metal Vital Engineering’s ‘powerful’ and plastics prowess project wins in many sectors

In Insimbi’s latest ACCORDING to a annual report directors well-known adage: said the integration of ’Success doesn’t come Polydrum continued to you; you go to it.’ and - despite some chal- This very much applies lenges in the first half of to Vital Engineering, the financial year - the which has gone more company had shown in- than the extra mile to cremental growth in the successfully complete second half (reversing the two largest gratings, the loss reported in the handrail and stair tread interim results). supply contracts so far They added that the in Africa. The con- footprint and product tracts in question were range of Polydrum had to supply 100 000m2 ALLOY supplies and or in quality to wet cast been expanded with of grating panels per refractory specialist pellets. the commissioning of power station; as well Insimbi can hopefully Dry cast pellets are two additional lines at as some 70km of hand soon markedly boost also safer to re-melt the company facility in railing and over 8 000 capacity at its Cape having never come into Durban and plans were stair treads to Eskom’s Town operations. contact with water in also at an advanced Medupi and Kusile Insimbi provides the manufacturing pro- stage for further ex- power station projects. ter treatment, bridge and bends to construct “This ensures that our the steel, aluminium, cess. The pellets are panding the facility in To date, feedback from and shopping centre complete walkways. service levels and de- cement and found- used in the steel pro- Atlantis, Cape Town. the client has been uni- contracts,” Pringle ex- Safety was a key aspect liverables remain con- ry industries with re- duction and purifica- Interestingly, a new formly positive. plains. in both the Eskom pow- sistent. Furthermore, source-based commod- tion process. roto moulding plant “I would ascribe the He adds that many of er station projects. Vital we have always adopt- ities like ferrous and In there lies the prob- was commissioned in success of these seam- Vital Engineering’s Engineering strove to ed pre-emptive safety non-ferrous alloys as lem for Metlite in that October 2016. This en- less supply contracts products were used in work proactively with and quality practices, well as refractory ma- Saldanha Steel’s recent abled Polydrum to add to Vital Engineering’s these projects: from the principal contrac- instead of leaving this terials. woes have impacted on a range of water har- long history and expe- GRP or FRP fibreglass tor, MHPSA (Mitsubi- responsibility solely to The company’s the business. vesting products to its rience of over 75 years gratings and accesso- shi Hitachi Power Sys- the main contractor,” Cape Town presence Metlite and Insimbi’s product basket. These of supplying to power ries, to mild or stainless tems Africa), to meet he continues. was boosted when the Cape Town operations products should find a generation projects steel and aluminium and surpass specified “To the best of our company acquired the could, however, be in captive market amidst both locally and inter- gratings, stair treads quality and safety goals. knowledge, we are well-established Metlite for a fillip from a recent the dire water shortag- nationally,” explains and expanded metals. ”Having said that, all the only ISO 9001 de- in 2011. Metlite’s core transaction that saw es experienced in the Dodds Pringle, Man- Adding value to these the stringent safety pro- sign-related grating, business is the manu- Insimbi acquire scrap Western Cape. aging Director of Vital products were Vital’s cedures, systems and handrail and expanded facture of aluminium metals recycling giant As regards AMR, In- Engineering. unique, copyrighted quality controls applied metal manufacturer in secondary alloys with a Amalgamated Metals simbi directors are eval- “Success breeds suc- sealed unit tubular to the power station Southern Africa; and capacity of around 400 Recycling (AMR) and uating the possibility of cess and, on the back stanchions. The stan- projects are also ap- our checks and balanc- tons per month. plastics manufacturing expanding these oper- of these two massive chion product range plied without fail to ev- es regarding our prod- Metlite is an ap- specialist Polydrum. ations into its region- contracts, we soon won comprises ball-type ery other project which uct performance and proved second tier sup- Early indications al markets in Durban various large mining, angle stanchions and we undertake for our safety ensure that our plier to all the major were that the Polydrum and Cape Town as well materials handling, solid forged stanchions, loyal and valued local customers have peace automotive component plastics business would as ensuring continued food and beverage which were supplied and international client of mind at all times,” manufacturers in South grow its product range volume growth by using and infrastructural wa- with solid hand rails base,” Pringle explains. he adds. Africa and abroad. and increase its market existing locations. The company spe- share with expansion Like Polydrum, cialises in making Dry into the group’s exist- AMR also creates an Cast de-oxidant alu- ing Durban and Cape opportunity to expand Different horses for minium pellets – which Town operations under Insimbi’s Atlantis prop- are regarded as superi- consideration. erty. different courses… BEING in the corrosion sorb this cost, smaller article’s life expectancy. have its pros and cons. protection industry for players have difficulty The corrosion pro- It is important to under- so long it is quite clear surviving these knocks. tection solution should stand to which elements that a lack of under- Let us take a look at be selected at the arti- the article will be ex- standing when talking where we can make a cle’s design phase due posed to in its environ- about corrosion protec- difference. to the fact that certain ment and then decide tion systems, occasion- It is of vital impor- applications might have which system will be ally have huge financial tance that an effort is design requirements best suitable to protect impacts on companies made to ensure that the such as drilling for vent- the product. 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Unfortunately, accurately supplied to as is, you will prevent spraying for specialized most of the time, this the applicator of the additional delays and coatings where for in- only becomes known coating systems. transportation costs, stance heat resistance when it is too late and Ensure that the coat- saving you time and is required, Galvatech very expensive to recti- ings are applied by a rep- money and ultimate- (Pty) Ltd. can offer you fy the problem. Whilst utable coating applicator. ly allow you to deliver expert advice and ser- medium and large com- Remember that coating products on time. vice through its years of panies can normally ab- failure will shorten the Each coating system service in the field.

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[email protected] CBN July 2017 29 SEZs & IDZs R40bn metallurgical cluster enters implementation phase THE South African En- can Energy and Metal- (SOC) Limited, Mr Tshe- will take us far and will way and brings closer the ergy and Metallurgical lurgical Cluster; and is po Phetla said he was create 22 000 direct jobs,” actual development of the Cluster within the Musi- also the anchor investor looking forward to hav- said Phetla Musina-Makhado SEZ, na-Makhado Special eco- in the zone. The initial ing the spin-offs of this The Chief Executive especially the metallurgi- nomic Zone has entered investment is a US$3,8 agreement stimulating Officer of Hoimor, Mr cal component thereof. implementation phase af- billion (over R40 billion) the whole ripple-effect in Yihai Ning said he was “What that develop- ter the signing of an Oper- complex. The metallur- terms of economic growth glad to have his organi- ment will do is give us ator Agreement. The Op- gical cluster is expected of the region of Vhembe sation being part of this capabilities in a number erator Agreement for the to produce high grade and the province at large. ground-breaking agree- of key value-chains, es- Cluster was signed recent- steel for the domestic “The whole concept ment. He also vowed pecially in the steel sector ly by the Musina-Makha- and export market, and of industrialisation that that Shenzen Hoimor and energy generation. do SEZ (SOC) Limited its manufacturing capaci- we are on, steers us on a was looking forward to This opens opportunities and the Shenzhen Ho- ty will consist of a power, right trajectory to try and building a world-class for the people in the re- imor Resources Holding coking, ferrochrome, pig industrialise the province. metallurgical hub of in- gion of Musina-Makha- Company Limited. iron, steel, stainless steel, This is one project that I ternational standards. do and South Africa at Shenzen Hoimor CEO, Mr Yihai Ning and Leda Shenzhen Hoimor lime plants and support- believe will revolution- The Chief Director for large. So it is a signifi- Group Chief Operations Officer, Mr Tshepo Resources Holding ing facilities. alise the province in terms Special Economic Zones cant milestone as we get Phetla after signing the agreement to collaborate Company Limited will Speaking at the sign- of its quest to industri- (SEZs) at the dti, Mr Al- closer and closer to a full on the development of a metallurgical cluster zone develop, operate and ing, Chairman of the alise. We believe that this fred Tau said the signing implementation of this in the Musina-Makhado with officials from both manage the South Afri- Musina-Makhado SEZ partnership with Shenzen of this agreement opens a project,” he added. entities and the dti. Permeable storm water infrastructure at the new Saldanha Bay IDZ THE days of slapping plenish our dwindling experts agree that concrete and asphalt ground water reserves. permeable pavers can L13, L18, L22 down to construct The grass paver is ideal offer a good solution walkway, driveway or for areas prone to ero- to increased storm storm water channel sion, and the versatile water run-off. Says Dr may be numbered. blocks can be used for Sönke Borgwardt, self- Commercial properties, domestic, industrial, employed landscape public spaces, and and agricultural appli- architect and consulting residential developments cations such as drive engineer and leading have upped the standard ways, parking areas, ve- expert on the subject in Terrafix on what they require hicle tracks, hardstand Germany: “the use of from a paved surface. for trucks and machin- permeable paving is an Land restrictions, storm ery, attenuation ponds, important contribution water management, and embankment stabiliza- to a sustainable and other environmental tion, to name a few. environmentally use- regulations have turned Installed by Keystar ful management of the growing housing place at the SBIDZ in stipulated a permeable, Trading and Cleop- drainage systems. The market and other recent years, the need environmentally friendly has Construction early handling of storm water landdevelopers to for effective storm solution. Says Robbie 2017, the entire area runoff from sealed Terracrete seek solutions that can water control arose, Dreyer, Senior Site has been supplied with traffic areas is made less address these issues. especially with new Agent, Power Group: a network of permeable complicated and more In 2013, the Port tenants taking up “Having considered all storm water channels affordable when it is of Saldanha Bay was residence this year. options, we eventually that will effectively col- decreased considerably earmarked as an Following the Integrated settled with the Terracrete lect any excess rain wa- by the application of important resource for Development Plan (IDP) block manufactured ter and redirect it to the filterable pavements.” the sustainable growth laid out by the Saldanha by Van Dyk Precast in appropriate culverts, This type of infiltra- and development of Bay Municipality, Vredenburg, confident with some of it passing tion management, he 4x4 Multi the West Coast region, to address all issues to have found the best through the large holes adds, has the added and on the 31st Octo- pertaining infrastructure solution for the least in the Terracrete blocks benefit that the already ber 2013 the Saldanha development with a environmental impact on into the sub-terrain overstressed urban sew- Bay Industrial Devel- sustainable solution in the area.” water reservoir. This er systems are relieved. opment Zone (SBIDZ) mind, Power Group, The Terracrete per- effect encourages low A further advantage is was officially designat- South Africa’s largest meable paving blocks shrubs to take root on that secondary drainage ed as South Africa’s family and employee- or “grass paver” blocks the surrounding soil, to measures, such as chan- fifth Special Economic owned construction encourage water in- reduce wind and water nels or swales, as well as GO GREEN Zone (SEZ). company and main filtration and prevent erosion in the area. detention ponds, can be L11, L12, L15, L16 As development took contractor on site, rain water runoff, to re- Many industry greatly reduced. New Port Managers for Cape Town, Saldanha and Ngqura From the word TRANSNET Nation- accolades and boasts Town – brings extensive ablement. She has more Manager: Office of the al Ports Authority has solid experience in port knowledge in marine than 18 years’ experi- Chief Executive, effective made several senior operations, supply chain operations to the table. ence in transport lo- 1 May 2017. She is a qual- appointments that will logistics and the mari- He is expected to con- gistics, operations and ified Chartered Accoun- assist the division to time industry. She was tinue to lead the deliv- management indus- tant with various post- GO we chose the right sharpen its focus on instrumental in deliver- ery of TNPA’s strategy tries, a comprehensive graduate qualifications the delivery of its stra- ing on TNPA’s strategy to to transform Saldanha training foundation and in accounting, auditing tegic objectives and operationalise the Port of into a service centre for an exemplary career at and finance. In addition COLOUR improve operation- Ngqura and position it as the oil and gas sector. leading organisations, to senior financial roles, al efficiencies. The a major container trans- Former Mossel Bay particularly in port op- she has also served as Ex- changes – which follow shipment hub linking Port Manager Tandi erations. ecutive Manager: Supply the recent resignation ports in the East, West Lebakeng has been Ricky Bhikraj, Chain and National of the Cape Town and and Southern Africa transferred to the Port Brown’s predecessor, is Business Manager for Saldanha Port Man- with their trading part- of Ngqura to succeed appointed to the office the Auxiliary and Ports TERRA agers – will introduce ners. Dweba succeeds Si- Dweba. Lebakeng has of the Chief Executive business unit at Transnet new Port Managers in pho Nzuza, who is due to been with Transnet for to establish and lead Engineering. the Eastern Cape and leave TNPA at the end of more than 20 years and TNPA’s new Research Ayanda Mantshon- FORCE Western Cape. TNPA April to take up the role her experience spans and Development de- go, previously Corpo- will also establish a new of eThekwini Municipal- trade and logistics, busi- partment. Bhikraj will rate Affairs Manager at department that will ity’s City Manager. ness strategy and plan- also continue to head the Port of Durban, is strengthen the authori- The Port of Sal- ning and development. up TNPA’s Operation appointed as Executive ty’s research and devel- danha also has a new Executive leader- Phakisa projects aimed Manager: Corporate opment capabilities. Port Manager. Captain ship appointments at at exploring the un- Affairs, effective 1 May The Port of Cape Vernal Jones succeeds TNPA’s head office in- tapped economic po- 2017. Mantshongo has Town has its first female Willem Roux, who re- clude: tential of the blue econ- been with Transnet for Port Manager in the signed earlier this year. Jacqueline Brown, omy, primarily through seven years, working at form of Mpumi Dweba, Jones – who has served previously East London marine transport and both TNPA and TPT Find your nearest supplier who most recently served as Harbour Master at Port Manager, has been manufacturing (MTM) in senior corporate af- www.terraforce.com as Port Manager at the the Port of Richards appointed as Executive initiatives in the ports. fairs roles at the Ports Port of Ngqura. 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Today, more bly to the terror of Stalin, the tures have stayed level. • Corrosion Control / Specialized open to senior academics, but than ever, we are determined to labour camps of Siberia and • The seas are rising any also junior researchers and PhD lead (and win!) this battle on show trials where broken men more than they have for Coatings candidates, working on climate climate change. confessed to crimes of the thousands of years. change, earth system science or Emmanuel Macron, Presi- mind and executed for daring • Antarctic ice is increasing. • Heavy Lifting energy transition projects. dent of France. to think beyond the confines • Polar bears are not dying Grants will cover salaries, as A BLOW FOR SCIENCE, of the prevailing ideology. out. • Hydraulics & Pneumatics well as compensation for addi- SOVEREIGNTY AND President Macron is young • Tornados, hurricanes, tional staff and work expens- SANITY and enthusiastic. He is highly droughts or floods, have • Packaging / Machinery / Equip es. Junior researchers could Well, it is a nice sentiment. educated. For France’s sake all happened at various / Printing & Converting apply for grants as well. But Sanity? I am not so sure. one hopes his reason will tem- times and with various “There is no restriction on The climate debate, at least per his enthusiasm. strengths. • Petrochemicals / Oil & Gas your husband / wife working on its fringes and sometimes, His climate change grand- • 97 per cent of scientists in France,” the site reassured among its enthusiasts, there standing is a worrying sign to do not support the theory • Power Solutions & Energy scientists, adding: “If you have seems an awful lot of intol- those who read history, and than human activities are children, note that French pub- erance that is edging towards learn from it. warming the planet. Efficiency lic schools are free, and the tu- totalitarianism. This grandstanding website By the year 2100 we will ition fees of universities (that) France has been through President Macron appears to know whether CO2 is causing • Project management & are very low compared to the more revolutions than most have put his name to, does climate problems. American system.” countries, popular enthusi- nothing for his reputation, President Macron will be Engineering Services A statement from the first asms for all-encompassing says such much for his youth, dead by then. Even so, he page of the new website; theories of how to mould so- and he may one day regret it. should be thinking of his • Warehousing & Storage TO ALL RESPONSIBLE ciety. Each time, the worst of So, once more for the record: legacy, that is, how history will CITIZENS: human nature flourished, de- • Global temperature fluc- judge him. • Wire, Rope, Sling, Chain & On the 1st of June, President spite the fine ideals that began tuations are normal. The Mind you, the website may Hoist Donald Trump decided to with- them. world has always warmed be one of those fake news draw the United States from the Cries of liberty, fraternity and cooled. From 1860 to sites. If so it is a good one. It Paris agreement, which gath- and equality began the 1789 1875 it got hotter, then fell has just the right amount of ered more than 190 countries revolution and ended with from 1875 to 1890, rose silliness one expects from the united against climate change. guillotine executions and the until 1903, fell until 1918, loony left. Cape Business News is always on the lookout for stories of companies that are shaping the Cape This decision is unfor- rise of the dictatorship of Na- rose sharply until 1941, So maybe Monsieur le business landscape. If your company has a story to tunate but it only rein- poleon followed by 20 years of then cooled until 1976. 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Some intriguing installation next to from a lower dam to an of salt surrounded be al mountains and deep thoughts from Koeberg may be insuf- upper dam. When peak impervious rock. They seawater some 100km Harry Valentine ficient to be of interest hour power is required, partially flush salt from offshore makes pos- Chairman: to Eskom, but could be water flows downstream these caverns to create sible a variation of Rudi Leitner CERTAIN features in of interest to a nearby from the upper dam, high-pressure storage inflatable bag based [email protected] the Greater Cape Town municipality and pri- through turbines to the capacity for natural compressed-air-ener- area invite consider- vate entrepreneurs in- lower dam. A 400MW gas or to store massive gy-storage. It is based CEO: ation for ocean-based terested in generating pumped hydraulic instal- amounts of compressed on the air-over-oil sus- Devi Paulsen-Abbott energy storage and electric power from lation in Ontario, Cana- air. Available off-peak pension on the Citro- [email protected] power generation. a reliable source of da involves pumping electric power drives en car, provided that a Publisher: waste, low grade ther- water between an aban- massive air pumps that cave about 50m below Pieter Meiring Ocean Thermal Energy mal energy. doned iron mine and a drive massive amounts sea-level is available Conversion (OTEC): cavern near the surface. of air into the storage or possible under ei- [email protected] Quest for Energy South Africa’s ongoing caverns. When electric ther Table Mountain Editor: Energy experts in India Storage Capacity: drought situation could power is needed, the or under Kogelberg Robin Hayes and Hawaii have been require a future pumped compressed air flows to- Mountains. One group [email protected] exploring the option Internationally, many hydraulic energy storage ward turbine engine and of inflatable bags will Production Manager: of generating electric power utilities are seek- installation to operate is heated prior to en- be located offshore power from the differ- ing to expand grid-scale on seawater and involve tering the engines that some 600m below sea Elise Jacobs ence in temperature be- energy storage capacity a large subterranean cav- drive electrical genera- level and connected to [email protected] tween surface seawater to improve the viability ern excavated far below tors. However, Eskom a second group of iden- Journalist: at 25ºC and the greater of such renewable tech- sea level. officials have expressed tical bags located inside Jadine Gracie depths at 5⁰C. To the nologies such as shore The relatively calm concern of the amount the cave. The bags in- [email protected] north of Cape Town, and offshore wind en- seawater in the southern of energy lost to heat of side the cave would be Koeberg Nuclear pow- ergy, ocean wave power region of Saldanha Bay compression. pre-pressurized and Sales Team: er station releases cool- conversion and ocean may offer a potential A variation of com- press against the seal- Heather Ferreira ing water at 40ºC into tidal current power gen- site for such an installa- pressed air energy ant-coated cave walls. [email protected] the ocean where water eration. Access to ener- tion, depending on the storage (CAES) that When electricity Robin Dunbar temperature is typical- gy storage capacity also availability of suitable is possible at coastal is available, hydrau- [email protected] ly at 15⁰C, with cooler improves the reliability deep level bedrock lo- locations can actually lic pumps would push temperatures occurring of steam-based thermal cated some 600m below dispense with the un- seawater into the cave Subscriptions: at greater depths fur- power stations that can sea level. A German derground cavern. Gi- under high pressure, [email protected] ther offshore. A power then operate at con- hydraulic turbine build- ant size inflatable bags forcing the air to the Cape Business News generation thermal ef- stant temperature to er that builds maritime are placed on a lake inflatable bags located Tel: 021 2500400 ficiency of 40% would deliver constant output propellers also offers bed or sea floor along offshore in deep sea- Printed by: see the power station to reduce maintenance pumping hydroelectric with rock ballast to water. During peak delivering 100MW costs. The continual turbines capable of op- keep them at that loca- power-demand hours, RSA Litho of power from every cyclical heating and erating over a height tion. An extended sub- seawater from the pres- 250MW of heat ener- cooling of critical com- difference of 600m. The merged pipe extends surized cavern would gy, rejecting 150MW of ponents inside a large Western Cape Econom- from shore-based air flow through turbines power into the ocean. steam-based power sta- ic Development De- pumps to the giant bags to generate electric An OTEC pow- tion produces thermal partment is aware of the that when electricity is power. The weight of Cape Business News has taken all reasonable er plant located near stresses that can in turn concept which may be available, are pumped the mountain above care to ensure that the information contained in Koeberg could the- result in component subject to further evalu- with air and with some the cave would prevent this publication is accurate on the stated date oretically operate at break downs and costly ation. If the geology in of the heat-of-compres- the cave from exploding of publication. It is possible that the information an efficiency of 1% repairs. the region is suitable, a sion sent into a thermal while the air-over-water may be out of date, incomplete or the opinion and deliver 15MW pumped hydraulic ener- storage chamber. When energy storage system of the author. It is therefore advisable that you (15 000kW) of power Underground Pumped gy storage installation of peak-hour electric pow- would greatly minimize verify any information before relying on it. for every 1 500MW of Ocean Hydraulic up to 2 000MW may be er is required, air flows heat loss caused by air Cape Business News accepts no responsibility low grade heat sent to Storage: possible. to the shore and is pre- compression. Western for the consequences of error, or for any loss the ocean. That level of heated prior to entering Cape Department of or damage suffered by users of any of the power could support up During the overnight Compressed Air the engines. 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And while she into our tranquillity somewhat disturbing, of of us. He said, ‘No-one pretends that was at it, Parliament was told to change course, seeing that sweet Angela, our very democracy is perfect or all-wise. Indeed, the Constitution so that the Reserve Bank tender bar tender had just replenished our it has been said that democracy is the would no longer be a central bank but a glasses and we did not regard Luke the Dude worst form of government. Except all charity, ready for capture.” as our immediate priority. those other forms that have been tried “But what about the popular uprising But, as you know by now, there is no stopping from time to time.’ Agreed?” against Absa?” worried Big Ben. “I mean, Pieter Schoombee him. “Come on, honourable members of the “Aye,” said most of the House. she could not have pulled that out of thin bar,” he urged, “what do you say?” “At any rate,” ruled Irene the Queen, air. Is there another side to the story?” even exist. When Absa acquired Bankorp Big Ben took the bait, no doubt in response practical as always, “there is nothing any “Useless!” decided Jon the Joker. “You in 1992, the Davis Panel found, it paid to Luke the Dude’s flattery rather than a of us can do about sitting presidents. call that a ‘popular uprising’? It was neither fair value and could not be regarded as a desire to debate a malady we had no way of The Americans will eventually deal an uprising nor popular. The numbers were beneficiary of the lifeboat. curing. “Well,” he hummed, “I do not agree with Trump, even if it is only at the 2020 small, even for a protest, and the people “In 1995 Absa paid back the full Bankorp with the question.” elections, and the ANC will decide the had nothing to do with it. The whole scam loan to the Reserve Bank and the lifeboat “What!” interrupted Luke, “you do not agree future of the Zumas. What we must do, shouted ‘organised by puppet masters came to an end. So there is no ‘pay back the with the question? What’s to disagree about? A is keep ourselves informed so that we behind the scene’ – and organised with money’; the money has been paid back.” question is a question; it is not an answer or a can make intelligent decisions in our malicious intent.” “But did this Mkhwebane auntie not read statement. You cannot disagree with a question!” own lives.” “Agreed,” continued Bob the Book. the Davis report?” bulldogged Big Ben. “I do not agree,” continued Big Ben, “your “What do you mean,” enquired Big “And as for another side to the story, the “Oh she did,” nodded Bob the Book, question is silly; both Jacob Zuma and Donald Ben suspiciously, “packing for Perth, lifeboat and all its complications have been “but only selectively. One of the parts she Trump have been democratically elected by staying or leaving?” the subject of three judicial investigations, chose not to read, was the finding on Absa.” the voters of their countries. What are you “That too,” replied Irene, “but not carrying various degrees of weight. “Well there you have it,” complimented saying? Are you not a democrat?” only that; we all have different lives.” “Then a group of British bounty hunters The Prof. “Thank you, Robert, for an erudite Big Ben added a comradely laugh, just to “Useless!” opined Jon the Joker. also jumped onto the bandwagon to summary. Does that assist you, Irene?” show that disagreement does not mean anger. “The only way I’ll ever pack for Perth make some money for themselves. They “Yes, thank you,” smiled Irene the “There you go again! Playing the (expletive is if Big Ben and Luke the Dude decide are thoroughly discredited and the ANC Queen. “But it also raises more questions. deleted) Trump Card,” expleted Luke the to stay here.” government of the day also thought so. Here is this woman who does not seem Dude, who is not as even-tempered as men “Now, now,” reprimanded The Prof, “The heavyweight investigation and the to understand what the Constitution says the size of Big Ben tend to be. “Of course hiding his grin behind his pipe, “Irene one generally accepted as the final word on about her own job, telling Parliament what everybody is a democrat, it’s like braaivleis my dear, you are certainly right about the issue, was done by a panel of experts to do, telling the independent Reserve and birthdays, isn’t it? But let me tell you why keeping ourselves informed. Do you chaired by a judge of the High Court, Bank what to do and overruling a judge of my question is not silly, big boy, it’s because it have anything particular in mind?” Judge Dennis Davis. It found that Absa had the High Court. Surely she cannot be that shows that democracy is not all it’s cut out to “In fact I do,” said Irene the Queen. nothing to pay.” stupid all on her own. Who is behind her?” be, that’s why!” “I am concerned about the new Public “Why not!” insisted Big Ben indignantly. “That, my dear,” concluded The Prof, Big Ben laughed again and Luke the Dude Protector. She is such a disappointment “The thing to note,” explained Bob the “is a very good question. But not a very turned a dangerous shade of scarlet in the after Thuli Madonsela. Her latest Book patiently, “is that the lifeboat was difficult one.” realization that he was losing this argument. pronouncements are bizarre. And look a Reserve Bank rescue of Bankorp, not “Next order please,” called The Governor at the results – unruly marches on Absa Absa. It started in 1985, when Absa did not E-mail: [email protected] in an alarmed attempt to change the subject. offices and demands to ‘pay back the “Non non Monsieur,” observed Jean-Jay, money’. What is going on here?” “Look, the glasses, they are still full. The “Hmm,” pondered The Prof. “Robert, Dude, that one, he won’t let us drink in peace.” my good man, can you help?” Calling all THE This is when The Prof regarded it as an “I believe I can,” assisted Bob the Book. appropriate time to make a contribution. “Wait a minute, wait a minute,” OTHER “Young Benjamin is right, both presidents were complained Luke the Dude, “this climate democratically elected. But in fairness to young is going to be another one of Bob’s Lucas, there are a number of differences in the lectures, I can see it coming. So before SIDE OF democracy applied. For one, the Americans he starts, at least let’s ask sweet Angela alarmists, vote directly for a president; here we vote to pour us a round.” THE COIN for a party and the winning party chooses the Which she does, smilingly, with the president. There, senators and congressman cooperation of The Governor. Whether France wants are elected by states to represent them; here he was smiling I cannot record, as nobody Keith Bryer members of parliament are appointed by their was looking at him. As far as I could tell. you! party leaders.” “Pres Zuma appointed Advocate “Doesn’t sound very democratic to me,” Busisiwe Mkhwebane as Public RANCE wants all of you who believe strations saying “Humans, a virus upon frowned Luke the Dude. Protector in October,” began Bob the the industrial model for pulling peo- the planet.” What a pity. On the other “Our system is indeed not perfect,” agreed Book, “after the ANC and EFF voted Fple out of poverty is leading to cli- hand, clever slogans in French may be The Prof, “but neither is America’s; more for it in Parliament. The EFF has since mate disaster. Such is her desire for your beyond them people voted for Hillary Clinton than for said they regret their decision. The DA brilliance that the French president himself President Macron’s motives for making Trump, some three million of them. But the voted against her appointment because is offering you R24 million each to go and this generous offer of shed loads of French way their system is ‘rigged’, to use Trump’s of her history in the spy service. live there. taxpayers’ money are plainly an attempt word, saw him emerge the winner.” “Mkhwebane made her allegiance I joke. to steal for France and himself the role of “Told you democracy is not all it’s cut out clear from day one, when she instructed Actually the offer is so far only open to the world’s champion of climate change – to be!” declared Luke the Dude triumphantly. that the PP televisions should show Americans, but there is always hope that his previously held by former- US President “I’m not going to argue with you, I don’t only the Gupta-owned station. Her generous offer will be extended worldwide Barak Obama. so that all the believers in the millenarian It may also be a way of saying to the madness of catastrophic global warming climate alarmists (in French)” Fear not, caused by carbon dioxide emissions can en- brave warriors, France and I, will contin- joy their paradise together. ue to help you carry the banner of climate The rest of us can get on with the job of change and lead the rest of the world in growing our economies the old fashioned radically changing their entire economic way, based on access to affordable energy systems to rid themselves of evil carbon di- whether it is coal-based, petroleum based oxide emissions”. or nuclear. “As for your President—Pah! Come to La Unfortunately, there is another catch: the Belle France and leave him to, as you say, offer also applies only to “top climate scien- boil in his own juices!” tists” with the French doing the choosing. “Mon new website is called, “Make our That means no easy French residence Planet Great Again! Even Monsieur Trump permit for those enthusiasts often seen waving placards at climate change demon- Continued on P31