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ENGINEERING
AFRICA
TURNING YOUR IDEAS INTO REALITY
ONE ROPE HOIST.
TWO DESIGNS.
MANY POSSIBILITIES.
THE DMR MODULAR ROPE HOIST
Sep /Oct 2018
Scale Your Intralogistics.
Vertical Buffer Module.
The solution for quickly expanding item ranges
Fast picking using bins with a limited storage area: Kardex Remstar LR 35
The advantages at a glance:
shorter
movement paths • efficient picking
lower staff
costs • simple integration
reduced • low energy consumption
footprint • “goods-to-person” principle or fully automated
higher picking • very high access speed
performance • more customisation
• higher flexibility
• ergonomic picking stations
fewer picking
errors
Application examples:
shorter
ROI • picking of slow-moving parts
lower energy • picking and just-in-time availability of assembly sets
costs • and much more
Visit us online at:
www.kardex-remstar.co.za
Find out more about your personal solution concept –
we look forward to helping you!
Contact details: Solution Selling (PTY) Ltd 39 Heidelberg Ave +27 (011) 900 8010/12
Unit 6 New Market Commercial Park New Market Alberton info.remstar.za@kardex.com
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Stab-A-Load
CONTENT
Parker Hannifin
Modern electromechanical machine design
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Legrand SA
FRONT COVER Legrand’s new LCS3 structured cabling system increases data transfer
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Demag
speeds
INSIDE FRONT COVER
Solutions4U
Fibertex South Africa
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INSIDE BACK COVER
Avanti WP90 waterproofing fabrics highly efficient
OUTSIDE BACK COVER
KoneCranes
Demag’s revolutionary Silverbridge
modular rope hoist
Robo-advisory in insurance
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PUBLISHED BY Johnsons Controls
Lane Network Trading
info@engafrica.co.za
Engineering Personality
8 Renewed focus on VRF value as Johnsons Controls recalibrates support
Tel | (011) 744 5038
Fax | (+27) 86 260 7077 SICK Automation South Africa
for Hitachi’s VRF in South Africa
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EDITOR
Malinda Lombard
Continuous baggage tracking 10 Solutions4U 31
editor@engafrica.co.za
Tel | (011) 744 5038 Emerson Automation Solutions Bosch Holdings
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Lizette Otten
PK Controller flexibility to remove project roadblocks
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KSB Pumps and Valves
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lizette@engafrica.co.za
Tel | (011) 744 5038 Linde
Global pump manufacturer obtains level 1 B-BBEE
DIRECTOR
Lelanie Lane
certification 12 Magnet
lelanie@engafrica.co.za Magnet’s Eaton motor control products for easy installation and
Centa Group
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Tel | (011) 744 5038
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www.engafrica.com high accuracy
Centa Group’s gas suppresion systems - fire protection
CPR Batteries
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Pirtek
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FoSAQCC Fire BLT World
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Promoting safe practise in the protection for the Extends bulk handling solutions
past 20 years
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Mining Indaba Africa 2019 19
Buyers Guide
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Workforce Staffing
Invincible Valves
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How a TES provider can bridge the artisanal skills
gap
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BMG’s garlock seals and sealing system for extreme process Disclaimer
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DEMAG’S REVOLUTIONARY Perfect Fit for Purpose
SEP/OCT | COVER STORY
MODULAR ROPE HOIST
ECO friendly • High capacity compressor & dust collector
• Anti-jamming device
ELB Equipment, the southern Africa distributor of Furukawa crawler
drills, is committed to superior customer support by providing a
specialised range of aftermarket services that includes sales,
financial services, warranty and 24/7 technical support and parts
service.
For the first time, a rope hoist can be built either in a C-design or co-axial design utilis-
ing one basic technology. The extraordinary wide range of possible DMR applications
can be extended thanks to smart interfaces and corresponding fittings and accessories
Demag’s Modular Rope Hoist offers many options, such as five different sizes with load capaci- HCR 1200 DC - III
ties of up to 50 tons; a choice of motors; a foot-mounted hoist, low-headroom travelling hoist,
double-rail crab or a standard-headroom travelling hoist as well as a smart SafeControl system,
conventional contactor control or provided by the customer.
“Flexibility and productivity, as well as its long service life and cost-effective operation are key
characteristics of our DMR,” says Richard Roughly, senior manager sales & marketing of Demag
Cranes. “Consequently, the impressive modular rope hoist concept also offers sophisticated
technical details.”
The coupling between the motor, which weighs much less than previous models, and the gear-
box absorbs sudden motor forces for a longer rope hoist service life. Distributor and Product Support
The DMR gearbox, which requires 30% less oil, provides for long maintenance intervals thanks to
its efficient oil lubrication. Its enclosed design offers protection against external factors.
ELB EQUIPMENT - HEAD OFFICE:
Demag South Africa 14 Atlas Road, Anderbolt, Boksburg • Tel: +27 (0)11 306 0700• Fax: +27(0)918 7208 • e-mail: Elb@elbquip.co.za
• Website: www.elbequipment.com
+27 (0) 11 898 3500
ENGINEERING AFRICA
BRANCHES & DEALERS – SOUTH AFRICA:
Richard.Roughly@demagcranes.com. BRITS: +27 (0)12 250 1565 • CAPE TOWN: +27 (0)21 933 2383 • DURBAN: +27 (0)31 464 6522
www.demagcranes.co.za. • EAST LONDON: +27 (0)31 464 6522
GEORGE: +27 (0)21 933 2383• KIMBERLEY : +27 (0)53 841 0040 • MIDDELBURG: +27 (0)13 246 2312
• POLOKWANE: +27 (0)81 826 4493
SUBSIDIARY: ELB EAST AFRICA:
NAIROBI, KENYA: +254 (0)20 807 0728
DEALERS – SOUTHERN AFRICA:
BOTSWANA: +267 (0)390 9972 • LESOTHO: +266 (0)28 313 926 • MOZAMBIQUE: +268 (0)76 022 8488
• NAMIBIA: +26 (0)46 123 4052 • SWAZILAND: +268 (0)518 5348 / 518 5602
• ZAMBIA: +26 (0)21 221 0642 • ZIMBABWE: +263 (0)77 236 2596
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ENGINEERING PERSONALITY OF THE MONTH
ENGINEERING PERSONALITY OF THE MONTH
What is your full name?
Anton Jacobus van den Berg
What kind of Academic qualifications do you have?
Metallurgical Diploma
Tell us about your career history?
Started in the steel industry in 1995, working in a Foundry. Started as a Quality
Assistant Controller and then through to the Laboratory. From there I moved
through different steel companies, mostly international companies, in Inter-
nal and External sales and later into Management, to where I am today.
What was your first salary?
R2000/month
meet your
What is your secret to success?
Staying focussed on goals, not letting life and the challenges get to you, and
Anton van den Berg turning each disappointment into a learning platform for the future.
Managing Director
toughest
What advice would you give to your 16 year old self?
Enjoy School, and make more of each day there.
demands
Something fun nobody knows about you?
I competed in Mr South Africa in 2006. Ended in the Top 5.
What is your favourite food/drink, movie, music and sports? What was your biggest disappoint-
Drink – Klipdrift Premium & Sprite Zero. Not much of a coffee drinker, Food ment?
– I must say I enjoy a Red thick steak, love meat with some home made style Disappointments are in the past, and I
veggies. Music, depends on my mood, but anything from Rock, to Afrikaans don’t look back at anything that hap-
to some country. Sports – most of sporting life I enjoyed playing Rugby and pened in the past in a negative way,
still love watching the game. But I am an avid golfer today. you can’t change it. You can only learn
from it. So rather use which happened
What overseas training and experiences do you have ?
in the past as your stepping stone for
I am blessed to have travelled to many countries, from as far as the east to
your future.
the west. I do enjoy travelling. I have done studies through the Stockholm
School of Economics. I lived in Japan for around 3 months. Done a couple of
sales and business courses there. Through the time visiting these countries
I have gained and learned a lot from the different cultures and the styles in
business.
Where was your last holiday? www.Quard.me
In the bushveld, I enjoy mid-year breaks in the bush.
What are your goals for the next five years?
Focussing on growing the NLMK brand in RSA. and focus on further offerings
out of the group to the local market. As well further expansions for our local Quard® is a quenched and tempered hot rolled plate
office. Part of my new responsibilities would be to introduce our program to with high resistance to abrasive wear and impacts.
other countries and start up similar Centre’s.
• Available from 3.2mm thickness
Challenges you face within your industry? South africa • Excellent cold forming properties and weldability
Unstable market conditions. Weakening Rand. There are many challenges. • Superior workability, tight tolerances, surface finish,
But I don’t generally look at challenges in a negative way. Rather find ways to E: sales@za.nlmk.com high consistency
work around it.
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PK Controller Flexibility to
SEP/OCT | AUTOMATION
SEP/OCT | AUTOMATION
Remove Project Roadblocks
Continuous Baggage Tracking
Powerful Standalone. Easily
Integrated
from SICK Automation
The DeltaV PK Controller can operate
as a standalone controller and later be
merged natively into a DeltaV distrib-
uted control system (DCS), eliminating
on-site integration challenges. OEM
modular construction can easily be
merged into a DeltaV DCS on site with-
out complex data mapping.
With a built-in OPC UA server and Eth-
ernet connectivity, the DeltaV PK Con-
troller securely connects to Industrial
Delayed, damaged or lost baggage reduces customer satisfaction and generates additional costs. IATA (Inter- Internet of Things (IIoT), cloud-based
national Air Transport Association) Resolution 753 on Baggage Tracking is intended to encourage airlines to analytics, and third-party software
reduce mishandling by implementing cross-industry tracking for every baggage journey. The resolution states with-out adding footprint, additional
that IATA members shall maintain an accurate inventory of baggage by monitoring the acquisition and deliv- hardware, or reengineering. Whether
ery of baggage. For this to be successfully done, IATA needs to be able to rely on experienced partners. stand-alone or fully merged, the Del-
taV PK Controller delivers the features
SICK Automation offers reliable tech- This can be achieved with the help of ney. This begins with the simple hand- of a full-scale DCS, including batch pro-
nologies for baggage tracking through expert advice and intelligent sensors. held scanners at the bag drop and Emerson’s latest capital project technology enables chemical, life scienc- duction, recipe management, execu-
its laser, camera, and RFID technology, To do this, SICK pays particular atten- extends to complex reading stations es, oil and gas, and other industrial manufacturers to scale automation, tion, and historization.
along with single source support. The tion to forward-thinking baggage iden- in the sorting process which ensure a simplifying project execution
company supports the process with its tification concepts in order to offer the high throughput and accurate sorting, Emerson is committed to delivering
extensive baggage-tracking expertise. right answers and solutions. The dif- right up to the reading gate at arrivals As capital projects have grown in scale eliminate costs, reduce complexity, flexible solutions, helping organisa-
The leading manufacturer of intelli- ferent requirements presented by air- – and ultimately the final destination. and complexity in the last 25 years, and accommodate late changes. tions adapt technology to projects
gent sensor solutions for reading bag ports and airlines in terms of the use of process industry organisations expe- rather than adapting projects to
tags enables the continuous tracking different technologies also means that rienced unforeseen cost overruns and Emerson has taken the next leap in available technology. The DeltaV PK
of a bag from the beginning of a jour- solutions need to be adapted to local schedule delays, resulting in billions of innovating flexible technologies to en- Controller facilitates the promise of
ney to the final destination. From re- airlines. This means taking what is best dollars in losses annually. Project teams sure project success with the launch of modular construction, ensuring that
ceipt of the bag by the airline up to the for the respective customer into con- responded by adopting modular con- the DeltaV PK Controller. More pow- efficiencies gained in construction are
point at which it is claimed by the pas- sideration to achieve a tailored, sus- struction strategies: multiple vendors erful and versatile than any control not lost during on-site commissioning
senger, SICK offers a perfect baggage tainable, long-term solution. At SICK, across the globe working on different solution currently available, the new and startup. The DeltaV PK Controller
relay system that is transparent, effi- long-term thinking also means that elements of a project, then integrating controller is tailored to streamline ex- continues taking automation off the
cient, and fast. The benefit is obvious: existing systems are retrofitted and on site. While modularity simplified ecution of capital projects. The DeltaV critical path and eliminating the costs
performance enhancement for end-to- upgraded when necessary. This en- construction, it added complexities to PK Controller is designed specifically and complexities that put capital proj-
end baggage transportation. ables its systems to run smoothly for a on-site integration. Different process to assist industries relying on complex, ects at risk.
longer period. units using different control strategies non-integrated programmable logic
SICK is helping airlines and airport op- and automation technologies increase controllers (PLC) in simplifying capital
erators close the gaps of baggage mis- SICK’s range of products for track and project complexity. projects.
ENGINEERING AFRICA
handling. This cuts costs and increases trace is highly developed and can be
ENGINEERING AFRICA
customer satisfaction – the ultimate integrated into existing systems. RFID, To help organisations achieve on-time The DeltaV PK Controller is the next
intention of IATA’s Resolution 753. The laser, and camera technology all corre- and on-budget execution, Emerson revolution in automation for capital
SICK Automation Southern launched the Project Certainty initia- projects efficiency.
guidelines for the continuous tracking spond to state-of-the-art systems and Africa (Pty) Ltd. Emerson Automation Solutions
of bags from bag drop to reclamation are used individually or combined in tive to transform capital project exe-
+27 10 060 0550 +27 (0) 11 451 3700
came into effect on 1 June 2018. hybrid solutions on the baggage jour- cution by defining project goals and
Rob.Smith@emerson.com
www.sickautomation.co.za adopting high-impact strategies that
www.Emerson.com
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Global pump manufacturer obtains
SEP/OCT | PIPE, PUMPS AND VALVES
level 1 B-BBEE certification
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KSB Pumps and Valves has become the first OEM pump manufacturer in South Africa to obtain Level 1 B-BBEE
certification.
your success is our priority
This follows the purchase of a 30% eq- in this market, but something we em- further growth in South Africa and in At GIW, (A KSB Company) our focus is on supporting you through the entire life cycle of
uity stake in the company by the black brace as a company that will soon cel- Sub-Saharan Africa and look forward
your slurry systems, resulting in improved life cycle cost and reduced total cost of
female-owned Insikazi Synergies (RF) ebrate 60 years of operating in South to continuing our long and fruitful
ownership. This includes working together to optimize your up time to increase
(Pty) Ltd, a company with four busi- Africa. We are proud to be the first partnership with local business and
ness women shareholders including pump and valve Original Equipment Government,” Dr Baumgarten con- productivity.
Nonhlanhla Ngwenya, Matshepiso Fin- Manufacturer (OEM) to achieve Level cludes.
ca, who have joined the board to play 1 B-BBEE status. How do we do this? We offer an entire business model under one roof. From research
an active role in steering the company and design to aftermarket services we are your one stop shop for slurry pumps, cyclones
in future. “Our heritage in South Africa start- and parts. This includes dedicated foundries for casting, machining and assembly and an
ed in the 1920’s and since then has on-site test facility to ensure optimal product performance.
Managing Director of KSB Pumps and continued with manufacturing of
Valves, Dr Sven Baumgarten, says, the high-quality products from our mod- As the OEM, we can offer services that others try to provide but can only copy. Whether
deal is a first for the multi-national KSB ern manufacturing, sales and serving you need mill discharge or cyclone feed pumps, new materials for your wear parts,
Group, a German company which op- facilities across the country. Our evolv-
or to upgrade your current slurry equipment to match your ever changing processing
erates through subsidiaries around the ing growth story locally is interwoven
requirements, we have the answer.
globe. within the fabric of South African life
ENGINEERING AFRICA
and we are fully committed to trans- KSB Pumps and Valves (Pty) Ltd Tel: +27-11-876-5600 web: www.ksbpumps.co.za
“Achieving Level 1 B-BBEE Status has formation for the betterment of all.
marked a significant milestone for us
and is evidence of our philosophy of “Over the years KSB Pumps and Valves KSB Pumps and Valves,
operating globally and thinking local- in South Africa has grown to employ +27 (0) 11 876 5600
ly. For us, transformation is not only over 500 staff and a turnover of near- Annett.Kriel@ksb.com
a strategic imperative for operating ly one Billion Rand. We are poised for www.ksbpumps.co.za
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Centa Group’s gas suppression
SEP/OCT | HEALTH & SAFETY
Why Lithium ION?
systems - fire protection
The Centa Group is the only fire company in South Africa to locally manufacture a range of fire extinguishers
LiFePO Tech 4
Maintenance Free
no water filling or equalization charges required
Improved Safety
no acid spillage, hydrogen gassing or battery fire risk
No ventilation Required
no special charging areas or battery bays required
No cool-down periods
Li ION
and hose reels – all with the ‘Proudly SA’ stamp of approval. This attribute is enhanced by accreditation from no battery change-overs required
various standards authorities, including SABS and ISO 9001: 2015 certification, SAQCC-Fire. Long service life
3000 cycles (8-year life when fully cycled daily)
Centa’s areas of expertise include gas
and bus suppression systems, elec-
tronic fire detection, water systems
Gas suppression systems are automat-
ic fire extinguishing systems that uti-
lise inert gases or chemical agents to
is its ability to carry out national main-
tenance contracts throughout South
Africa. Centa utilises a national main-
Forklift Battery Rapid Charging and Opportunity Charging
24/7 availability of machines on single battery
High Electrochemical Efficiency
Technology
increased runtime and ~10% lower electricity costs
(sprinklers and water reticulation), control and extinguish a fire, without tenance programme, which is intranet Significantly Reduced CO2 Footprint
passive fire protection (fire doors and human intervention. These systems driven, to offer customers around the Li-ion is fully disposable and recyclable
fire retardants), kitchen systems and leave no residue and are designed to country 24/7 peace of mind about their
room integrity testing. The company protect critical enclosures which re- fire protection equipment. An efficient
also supplies a range of specialised fire quire a quick reaction to extinguishing barcoding system assists with manage-
equipment. a fire. ment control, by retaining information
on product type, location of fire sys- Proudly Designed and Manufactured
“Specialised fire protection and pre- Automatic ceiling units are available tems, pressure test dates, recommen-
vention solutions are engineered to from 1,5 kg to 9,0 kg and use powder/ dations and outstanding tasks.
suit specific environments. These ser- gas as the extinguishing medium. They
In South Africa by
vices encompass fire system selection, have a working pressure of 1500 kPa. Centa Group - a group of fire protection
design layout, installation and mainte- specialists providing complete fire pro-
nance,” says Duncan Boyes, chairman Centa’s ‘room integrity testing’ is a rec- tection throughout South Africa and
of the Centa Group, specialists in fire ommended procedure to support dis- the Indian Ocean islands - has been a
protection. “Centa’s team of technical charge testing of clean agent fire sup- major contributor to uplifting the qual-
experts - with extensive knowledge pression systems. This process gives ity and safety standards of fire protec-
about fire and the legal requirements assurance that the fire suppression tion equipment for 25 years.
of fire protection equipment – is com- system will hold the concentration of
mitted to providing dependable fire the gas as designed. The integrity tes- Centa Group
protection systems that will adequate- ter measures the leakage of a room. +27 (0) 31 569 1175
ly protect lives and property, in the kbotha@centa.co.za
event of a fire. An important part of Centa’s service www.centa.co.za
“The challenges of protecting build-
ings from fire can be complex, depend-
ing on the fire load of the facility, cou-
pled with the fire risk of goods stored
in the building. Although a sprinkler
system is often considered sufficient Distributed Exclusively by:
to protect a building and its contents,
other supplementary fire systems, in-
cluding electronic fire detection and
gas suppression systems, may be nec-
essary. Passive Fire Protection (PFP)
like fire doors and retardants, grease • Local Expertise
ducts, fire stops and closures, as well
as specialised cable coatings, also form • National Footprint
an integral part of fire protection in a
ENGINEERING AFRICA
building. • Real Time Remote Telematics Monitoring
“Gas suppression systems are partic- • 5 Year / 10 000 hour Warranty
ularly well-suited for installation in
server and computer rooms, libraries, • Interfaces with Forklift’s Battery Indicator 0861 CPR BATT (0861 277 2288)
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Promoting safe practise in SPECIALISED EQUIPMENT,
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the protection for the past ABNORMAL LOADS
20 years. & CRANE TRUCKS
Low Beds,
Sidelifters, +27 (0)10 200 9946
Tri-Axies,
BillyM@jacobstransport.co.za
Superlinks,
There are different South African Qualification and Certification Committee (SAQCC) bodies in South Africa Stepdecks, www.jacobstransport.co.za
appointed by the Department of Labour. In the fire industry it’s the SAQCC-fire. The Department of Labour
has given a mandate to the SAQCC to perform the registration function of authorised persons in the fields of Rollbacks with cranes rigging
portable fire equipment, fire detection and gas extinguishing systems. The mandate furthermore includes
the determination by the SAQCC fire of the qualification, practical experience and framework for the persons
working in the fire industry. This mandate was given to ensure safe places within industry as well as ensuring
safe practise by technicians delivering fire related services to industry.
The SAQCC fire is committed to cre- in developing the lives and compe- Although all role players in the fire
ating a career path for competent tence of people wanting to enter the industry have been invited to QCTO
persons in the fire industry. Although fire industry as technicians. This is a meetings in order assist in establishing
the SAQCC fire is NOT a training or- path no other organisation was willing courses that will help create a career
ganisation it has undertaken to assist to invest in. path, few have chosen to do so. This
in the development of career paths in has left the SAQCC fire using its own
the fire industry – something that was Subsequent to the SAQCC fire setting funds to drive a path that has no direct
not promoted before the existence initial training courses, the DOL sug- benefit to the SAQCC fire other than
of the SAQCC fire. To this extent, ap- gested engaging the help of the QCTO. ‘doing the right thing’. The training
proximately ten years ago, role players The value of this engagement is that academies who should be driving this
in the fire industry and training acad- a recognised career path would be process will gain a direct benefit.
emies were invited to create courses developed within the National Qual-
that would lead to the creation of ca- ification Framework. The career path By all parties within the fire industry
reer paths in the three main fields as would be for the benefit of the fire in- understanding their purpose and de-
per the SAQCC fire mandate. These dustry and once established, the own- livering on the ultimate goal, that of
courses were to be based on the re- ership would be for industry itself. Al- creating competent technicians who
quirements of South African National though the SAQCC fire would have no will deliver and ensure safe practice
Standards. vested interest in the QCTO courses , is observed when installing or main-
they would be freely available for any taining fire protection equipment, the
ENGINEERING AFRICA
At no point in the development and training academy to apply and the goal SAQCC fire believe that delivery into
setting of career paths did the SAQCC of the SAQCC fire in assisting to create the fire protection industry will be
fire ever envisage or suggest taking a career path for persons in or enter- greatly strengthened.
ownership of the courses or wanting to ing the fire industry would have been
set up its own training academies. The achieved. FoSAQCC Fire
SAQCC fire was simply being pro-active +27 (0) 11 455 3157
www.saqccfire.co.za
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INVESTING IN
SEP/OCT | INDUSTRY NEWS
AFRICAN
MINING
INDABA @miningindaba
4-7 February 2019 | Cape Town, South Africa #25yearsofIndaba
As well as being the MD of Women in Mining (UK), Nichole possesses over a decade’s worth of professional experience in leadership
development, executive recruitment, and client management. As MD of Clifton Hill Associates, she is using this experience to advise
clients on how to create a proactive strategy around talent and leadership both at an executive and board level.
1. How much of the global mining
labour force is made up of women, and
better decision making, stronger gov-
ernance and improved economic per-
This will then lead to the necessary
changes at the mine site level, driven by BE PART OF MINING INDABA’S
has this figure increased in the past 10
years?
formance. For example, a recent report
from the Peterson Institute for Inter-
national Economics found that 30%
female participation in the leadership,
as well as tackling the practical issues
such as safety, appropriate workwear,
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We have certainly seen an increase in of female representation on boards travel, daycare, maternity and paternity
the numbers of women working in the could add up to 6 percentage points to rights, etc…
mining industry and the types of roles net margin. In addition, having more
300+ 400+ 900+
they are working in, however there are women in the sector creates more role 5. What do you hope the partnership
currently no actual definitive figures on models and mentoring, this makes the with the 2019 Mining Indaba will
the numbers of women globally in the industry more attractive to more pro- achieve, and what are you most look-
industry. This is something that needs gressive graduates, ensuring that the ing forward to about the event?
to be remedied and I’m pleased to say industry continues to attract top talent.
that Women in Mining is looking to ad- Without women, the industry would be Our partnership with the 2019 Mining
dress this in the near future. Without a missing out on essentially half of the Indaba is the perfect event to showcase MINING COMPANIES INVESTORS MINING EXECUTIVES
benchmark of where we are, it is hard global talent out there. on an international scale the amazing
to know where we are going and what and talented women we have in our in-
3. What initiatives are you planning dustry. All too often at conferences the
we should be aiming for.
in 2018/2019 to support women in the majority of panels and speakers are all
Importantly we are seeing change right
at the top, at the leadership level of
mining industry? male and this does not accurately rep-
resent our industry. We are excited to Recently confirmed Early bird ending
We have several exciting projects in be working with the team at Mining
the industry, for example in 2012 54%
of companies in the top 500 mining the pipeline. For 2018, our flagship Indaba to ensure both the speakers as
speaker:
25 November 2018.
companies by market cap had all male project is the “Top 100 Global Inspira- well as the content represents a wider His Excellency
board - by 2015 this had been reduced tional Women in Mining” 2018 Edition, stakeholder group. Book today for the best rate:
to 39%. More recently we have seen which will be launched in November. Nana Akufo-Addo,
the recent appointments of Elizabeth This really highlights the level of talent President of Ghana www.miningindaba.com
Gains as CEO and Julie Shuttleworth as across our industry at all levels and in
all functions. In addition to this, we are Women in Mining (UK) are partners of Use code ENG10 to get 10% off
Deputy CEO of Fortescue, Marie Inkster the 2019 Investing in African Mining
as CEO of Lundin Mining and Noreen hoping to expand our scholarship pro-
gramme at universities, formalise our Indaba as part of an initiative to get
Doyle as Chair of Newmont’s Board, to more top female speakers involved
name a few. mentoring programme and start a new
global research project, details of which in the agenda. Register before 25th
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This demonstrates the industry is
changing, that women’s participation all underpinned by the hard work our
is being recognized and that companies volunteers do everyday putting on edu-
are increasingly aware of the benefits cational events, engaging with students Mining Indaba
diversity brings to both their business and collaborating with our partners to +44 (0) 207 779 8890
and their corporate culture and I would help continuously move the dial.
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like to think advocacy groups like Wom- www.miningindaba.com
en in Mining have made a contribution 4. What do you think are the biggest
towards this. sector challenges women are facing?
I think it’s about ensuring there is a
2. How can supporting women in the comprehensive career development
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mining industry benefit the sector as a path for women that will ultimately
whole? see at least 30% of women on senior
executive management teams, not
There is no doubt that having a more just at a board level, not just the ma-
diverse workforce, not only around jors, but across all companies in the
gender, creates a more inclusive cul- industry, seeing women at every level
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18 19viders to fill. Due to the project-based What Industry Can Do Finally, industry can turn to TES provid-
nature of the job, TES providers are ers to facilitate their staffing needs for
able to employ double coded weld- Artisanal apprenticeships have decel- these skills, accessing a pool of experi-
SEP/OCT | SKILL DEVELOPMENT
ers wherever projects are happening. erated in recent times. Apprentice- enced, qualified and pass-tested indi-
They can ensure that the welders are ships used to be considered one of viduals to fulfil their requirements. TES
compensated fairly, taking care of the primary methods of instruction for providers can not only bolster the local
transport and accommodation costs specialised skills, however today’s job skills availability but can also seamless-
no matter where the job takes them. market tends to value certifications ly provide access to skills from feeder
and theoretical qualifications over countries for various projects, without
TES providers can also provide the technical experience. In this type of a business having to concern them-
training, as well as put welders through field, experience is absolutely critical, selves with VISAs, passports, travel, or
the stringent testing process. Typically, and the only way that many school even training and testing.
we find that only five to seven welders leavers are able to build up the skills
out of every 100 that are tested, pass needed to become a double coded
the test for double coded welding. This welder is through apprenticeships.
is a very concerning figure, compared
with the ninety percent pass rate for Schools can invest in creating more
welders from feeder countries – the awareness from a grassroots level,
How a TES provider can bridge
industry norm. already, highlighting the options and
possibilities outside of current trend-
Frequent training and regular work can ing careers like marketing and IT. There
the artisanal skills gap
help to maintain a higher standard of will always be a need for skilled arti-
local double coded welders who pass sans, and as the likes of automation
the test. Additionally, TES providers begins to surge in industries, artisanal
are able to manage the testing pro- trade skills will become increasingly
cess, which is usually expensive due to
Workforce Staffing
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the cost of materials used to conduct
www.workforcestaffing.co.za
a test.
South Africa is well known for its mining and oil & gas industries that contribute to a large portion of the
world’s metals and minerals and form a significant part of Sub-Saharan Africa’s oil production. However, for a
country that contributes to these highly technical and specialist industries, we have a dearth of many of the
artisanal skills required within these industries.
Most notable is the shortage of skilled, Artisan Training Institute, said, “Skilled coded welding is often project based,
suitably qualified double coded weld- tradesmen are highly sought after in and in a specific area where there are
ers to be found within our borders. our economy, and yet every year we large requirements, a project tends
Double coded welders are qualified to are forced to recruit thousands of arti- to only come around a few times per
work on more than a single material
type in adverse or challenging condi-
sans from other countries to fulfil this
demand. We have over 600,000 unem-
year. For this reason, many welders
tend to move to wherever the work is, Culmen
Consultants
tions, such as underwater or in con- ployed graduates in South Africa. We neglecting a project in one area in or-
fined spaces. need to show young people that learn- der to cover a new project elsewhere.
ing a trade is a viable and desirable al-
Typically, to cover the skills gap,
South African industries turn to feed-
ternative to university.” The requirements to become a double
coded welder are also quite special-
26 Years Experience
er countries to source these skills like There is a marked lack of education ised. To enter the field, people need to
Thailand, India, Pakistan and the Phil- around the opportunities available for be able to work in harsh, confined and
ippines. This negatively impacts our careers in welding. Despite it being often solitary environments. They also INSPECTION & TESTING OF ALL LIFTING
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) figures, a relatively lucrative field and many need to possess a level of ambidex-
especially when South Africa has the training institutes and technical col- trousness, as the ability to weld with
people and industrial environment to
potentially become a feeder country,
leges offering training in this niche
skill, not many institutions take advan-
either hand to reach awkward posi-
tions is necessary.
EQUIPMENT & PRESSURE VESSELS
too. tage of school job fairs or fully adver- TRAINING
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tise the possibilities. The Fit
The Scarcity
Becoming a double coded welder is a There is a large demand for double
At the recent launch of the Cyril Rama- very intensive process. Beyond rigor- coded welders in South Africa, and this
phosa Foundation Artisan Programme, ous training in harsh environments, is a gap that is well suited for Tempo-
Sean Jones, Marketing Director for the as with any artisanal skill, it requires rary Employment Service (TES) pro-
consistent practice. However, double
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20 21BMG’s Garlock seals and sealing
ments. These bearing isolators. have a Various high-performance sheet mate- stress on pumps, pipes and anchoring
SEP/OCT | PIPE, PUMPS, VALVES
cam-lock system and an internal PTFE rials in this range are suitable for use in systems.
unitising seal feature. different applications, including acids,
systems for extreme process
steam, chlorine, water, solvents, gases, All Garlock seals and sealing systems
Included in BMG’s Garlock range are refrigerants and hydrocarbons. undergo stringent field and in-house
non-asbestos gasket materials, which testing to ensure safe and reliable use,
applications
comply with strict environmental reg- Metallic gaskets for extreme condi- as well as extended service life in all
ulations. tions are available in a wide selection industries.
of materials and designs to suit exact
New to the range, are GYLON EPIX™ process requirements. These gaskets
gaskets, which have been designed for include a new spiral wound design that
BMG’s Garlock seals and sealing systems, which are man-
improved functional performance, in- eliminates the radial buckling prob-
ufactured in the USA and Europe according to stringent creased compressibility and a broader lems of conventional spiral wound gas-
quality and safety specifications, have been developed range of applications than convention- kets.
by Garlock Sealing Technologies for safe and dependable al PTFE gaskets used in worn and pit-
performance in extreme operating conditions. ted flanges. Metal gaskets with a corrugated metal
“The demands of modern engineering core, encapsulated by soft sealing el-
have made the selection of suitable These gaskets, with advanced PTFE ements, offer resistance to high tem-
sealing components a critical consid- materials, have a hexagonal surface peratures and corrosive chemicals.
eration – both in the design of new profile that provides the torque re- This range is particularly well suited for
equipment and in the correct installa- tention and blowout resistance of a imperfect flanges and thermocycling
tion of products to replace those that thin gasket and the conformability of applications.
are no longer suitable. Failure to in- a thicker gasket. GYLON EPIX materials BMG
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kets. “The BMG team gives careful con- ment and dampen vibration, reducing www.bmgworld.net
sideration to the correct selection of
seals and gaskets, to ensure optimum
safety, reliable fluid sealing solutions
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“The company’s commitment to sup- Garlock Klozure oil seals and bearing with a unitised two-piece PTFE con-
plying only quality branded products isolators are designed to retain lubri- struction, provide excellent chemi-
that meet stringent specifications in cants, but exclude contaminants, like cal and temperature resistance. The
terms of performance and uniformity, moisture, dust and dirt, from penetrat- non-contact design eliminates shaft
results in unvarying, dependable per- ing the primary seal or bearing houses. scoring, as well as drag and friction-
formance, even in the most demand- These components play an important al heat, which means no lubrication
ing process applications. role in protecting bearings, preventing is required. These bearing isolators
downtime and extending the service are the ideal alternative to lip seals in
“Garlock sealing products, with a us- life of the system, even in arduous op- non-flooded oil or grease applications.
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terials, ensure dependable sealing in The glass-filled PTFE material provides
all sectors. These industries include excellent chemical resistance and can
chemical and petrochemical, pulp and Klozure oil seals are available from withstand operation in a wide tem-
paper, power generation, electronics, BMG in numerous shaft sizes, materials perature range (-30ºC to +204ºC).
food and pharmaceuticals, as well as and designs, including solid and split These bearing isolators, which are
steel mills, mining and OEMs.” configurations. Seals with a reverse available with FDA-compliant O-rings,
bevel lip allow installation in either di- have a press-fit design, which means
Garlock seals and sealing systems in- rection without rollover and stainless installation is easy and no tools are
clude metallic and Gylon gaskets, oil Steel garter springs provide tension necessary.
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seals, bearing isolators, expansion to create an effective seal against the
joints and butterfly valves. Compo- shaft. Klozure oil seals with a GLYON® GUARDIAN™ metallic bearing isolators
nents extend from a standard sealing lip material offer reduced creep and provide bi-directional sealing, offer-
ring, available from BMG stock and cold flow, compared with the standard ing both ingress and egress protection
ready to install, to customised designs, PTFE material. and are suitable for electric motors,
which are fabricated to specific re- pumps, gearboxes and pillow-blocks
quirements. Garlock ISO-GARD® bearing isolators, used in dirty, dusty or wet environ-
22 23Modern electromechanical
space for machine designers to include With regard to communications, until
end effectors and tooling. For this rea- recently, most encoder protocols were
son, metrics such as thrust or rated based on embedded propriety signals,
load per height-by-width become im- which meant that designers had to use
machine design
SEP/OCT | HYDRAULICS
portant. a limited list of manufacturers. Today,
open standard protocols such as the
Selectable Resolutions And single cable Hiperface DSL® solution
allow design engineers to use a variety
Encoder Types of products and even reduce installa-
Engineers from the older generation will remem- tion and cabling efforts.
ber the days when machine design had to be based To retain good servo control, an ac-
around catalogued electromechanical actuators. tuator should have 5-10 times more
resolution available than the repeat- Digital Design
Variations from standard were rare and expensive.
ability of motion required. With this
Fast forward about 40 years and the modern ex- In cutting-edge design software, finite
in mind, having multiple options is the
perience is extremely different. Today’s machine optimum solution as high-resolution element analysis (FEA) can be used
designers not only desire highly configurable and encoders can be quite costly. to understand not only the deflection
adaptable products, they expect them. characteristics, but also the thermal or
Being able to adjust the resolution is magnetic variations within the prod-
With this in mind, many leading mo- uct. Naturally, these simulations can-
tion technology suppliers have devel- also important. Some of the latest en-
coder products can vary their resolu- not give results with 100% certainty Frank Durban
oped their product portfolio specifi- as they are only as good as the algo-
cally for machine designers. Explained tion through a relatively simple hard-
ware change. A further approach is to rithms and assumptions that are used,
below are some key factors that will but modern machine design is starting Parker Hannifin
aid the selection of electromechanical deploy analog feedback devices and
compatible servo drives. In using an- to leverage these digital design meth- +27 (0) 11 961 0700
motion products for use in the ma- odologies more heavily to expedite de- www.parker.com/za
chines of today. alog feedback signatures (typically 1V
peak-to-peak), two analog signals are velopment.
passed from the encoder to the drive,
Stroke Capacity 90° out of phase with one another. Metrology Test Data
Equivalent resolution is established
Among the fundamental questions to within the drive, and is dependent Test data from metrology can be used
ask is: does the actuator offer various upon the pitch of the linear scale and to take ballscrew backlash into ac-
stroke lengths as standard? A prod- resolution of the drive’s analog input. count, and improve overall system
uct using a ball or lead-screw drive is accuracy. For applications with very
commonly restricted to stroke lengths specific requirements, these tests can
up to about two metres maximum for Flexible Encoders
be performed to mirror the actual ap-
practicality. There are some actuators plication characteristics. Cleanroom
offering strokes to four metres, how- As well as flexible resolution, the avail-
ability of flexible encoder technolo- applications are a good example as
ever at lengths such as these, speed is Scalability ing to rethink the machine’s layout can there are many characteristics, such
often limited due to screw ‘whip,’ so gy are another major benefit. Optical
be highly beneficial. as speed, acceleration, orientation
the product that achieves a particular encoders with glass scales have been
With regard to scalability, machine a popular choice for many years, but and air flow, which can greatly impact
speed at one stroke will not usually builders should determine if the actua- Modularity And Performance product performance. Selecting prod-
achieve that speed at a longer stroke today there are many alternative tech-
tor is available in a number of different nologies that provide competitive res- ucts from a design partner that un-
length. frame sizes or widths. Having a family It is a common requirement for elec- derstands the mission-critical aspects
olutions and costs.
of products to select from allows the tromechanical actuators to be con- of the application and tests will prove
Very long stroke lengths can, however project to be cost-optimised. More- nected to other actuators or mechan- particularly advantageous.
be achieved by belt drives, which per- For example, in applications that do
over, many multi-axis applications de- ical devices. The ability to combine not require especially high levels of
form at a consistent level regardless of mand different loading for each axis. linear actuators into XY, XZ, or XYZ
stroke length, but lack the precision of precision, magnetic encoder technol-
assemblies quickly and effortlessly is ogy is a cost-effective option, while
a screw-driven product. Having multiple drive train choices in vital. As a result, most modern electro- applications that do require high pre-
the same product is often overlooked, mechanical products can be bolted to- cision but not long stroke lengths ben-
A further option is a linear, motor-driv- but the availability of screw or belt op- gether like building blocks, without the efit from the very high resolutions of
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en product, which provide perfor- tions within a given product can prove use of transition plates for XY systems
mance levels that scale extremely well capacitive encoders. Inductive encod-
extremely useful to a machine design- (plates are often unavoidable for the Z ers are often popular for applications
with increases in stroke. In addition, er. In the same form factor, designers or vertical axes to maintain stability).
linear motors do not demonstrate directly exposed to heavy contamina-
can tailor the drive train to specific tion, such as coolant from a machine
speed restrictions at longer strokes requirements, be it thrust density nor- A further factor here is perfor-
and offer the same repeatability over tool. Applications which require con-
mally obtainable from a screw drive, or mance-to-size ratios, which should be stant positional information regardless
the full stroke. speed from a belt drive. The ability to considered carefully. Using a product of an axis being homed will require an
bounce between the two without hav- that is highly condensed leaves more absolute feedback source.
24 25LEGRAND’S NEW LCS3 STRUCTURED CABLING
SEP/OCT | CABLES & ACCESORIES
SYSTEM INCREASES DATA TRANSFER SPEEDS
Legrand’s electrical and digital solutions for building infrastructures – which
encompass control and connection interfaces, cable management, energy
• Visit www.parker.com/za or distribution and data distribution networks – are designed to efficiently
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The Legrand Group has made a substan- Copper system patch panels are avail-
• Enter your area Postal code
tial investment in the develoment of able in flat and angled versions, with
• Select products/technologies high-performance structured cabling up to 48 ports per unit. These patch
systems that meet the demands of ris- panels have been designed for opti-
ing data volumes exchanged in build- mised space, allowing easy mainte-
ings, the escalation of networks and nance and enabling future upgrades.
the need for higher data speeds, as well Other features include a fast push-but-
as guaranteed continuity of service. ton extraction facility and a cable guid-
ing system that ensures neat cable
New to the range is the LCS³ struc- management.
tured cabling system, developed by
Legrand to address the challenges of LCS³ fibre optic connectors are in-
performance, scalability and efficiency stalled using a small patented splicer
in communication networks for data that prepares, cleaves and splices the
transmission. fibre, also offering heat protection.
Newly designed fibre optic panels and
The LCS³ copper and fibre optic cabling drawers are available in versions from
tion, is an important safety addition
system, which facilitates easy installa- 96 connectors per unit to 144 connec-
to C13 and C19 sockets. For enhanced
tion, enables increased data transfer tors per unit. These panels have sliding
safety and optimum control, specially
speeds in server rooms, data centres, drawers and a fast push-button system
designed protection accessories en-
audio visual systems, workstations and for easy maintenance and upgrades.
able control of the power supply at
small IT environments. This system
the outlets, offering protection against
also meets the requirements of Local The LCS³ system offers modularity via
over-voltages.
Area Networks (LANs). sliding drawers that enable a mix of fi-
bre optic and copper, while increasing
The local operation enhances its elec-
The copper system offers 25 Gbps and the number of connection points.
trical and digital building infrastruc-
40 Gbps (Ethernet applications) and
tures with a comprehensive solu-
the fibre optic system, which is the New rack servers provide greater flex-
tions-based service that encompasses
transmission medium that enables ibility and optimum efficiency, ensur-
technical consultation and system sup-
a larger bandwidth to be used than ing optimisation of energy. Installation
port.
copper cables, provides transmission and maintenance is simplified by the
speeds of 40 Gbps and 100 Gbps (Eth- new connector locking system and au-
ernet applications). Copper and fibre tomatic pull-out sliding cassettes. With
optic systems are suitable for MTP/ this system, it is possible to remove
MPO high density applications, up to connectors without having to discon-
Cat.8. nect the cords.
Parker’s unrivalled industrial distribution network extends to approximately 13,000 locations globally. Through this extensive network of local, The copper range encompasses con- This system is fully compatible with
independent businesses, Parker brings its products and services to customers in 104 countries. This includes continued penetration of the nectors, patch panels and patch cords other Legrand solutions, including
ParkerStore network of industrial retail outlets, which has more than 3,000 locations around the world.
and connectors. New tool-less RJ 45 new LCS³ enclosures and Power Dis-
connectors ensure a perfect connec- tribution Units (PDUs), designed for Legrand SA
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lour-coded for identification of each
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Cat.6A is yellow and Cat.8 is aqua). which prevents accidental disconnec-
26 27We would like to invite you to join us.
As we Celebrate our centenary! through
KAEFER
Fibertex WP 90
waterproofing
fabrics are highly effi-
Robo-advisory in insurance
INNOVATIONS cient carrier substrates Robo-advisors have come a long way since
DAY
SEP/OCT | INSURANCE
their launch more than a decade ago. Pro-
for waterproofing viding financial advice or online investment
Date: 16th November 2018
Time: 09:00 - 17:00 saturates management with minimum human inter-
Venue: 7 Nywerheid street, Germiston 1401,
Gauteng vention, people have become more open
to them in today’s digital environment.
LOOK FORWARD TO: Stuart Blyth, director at SilverBridge, looks
> Alternative surface protection options
> Thermal insulation options
at their potential in life insurance.
> Alternative access to scaffolding
> On site digital project management
> Intumescent fire protective coatings
“The acceptance of these advisors can in part be
> On site Lean Management attributed to the increasing sophistication of al-
> CUI monitoring without removing insulation gorithms used and machine learning. Thanks to
> 15 External supplier displays the ubiquity of data, machine-learning has be-
> 15 Different demos & presentations Fibertex WP 90 waterproofing fabrics-manufac- come more efficient across all industry sectors.
tured from UV stabilised virgin Polypropylene sta- With more input channels, more connected de-
ple fibres – are highly efficient carrier substrates for vices, and the influx of real-time analytical solu-
various waterproofing saturates, including bitumi- tions, AI is a more reliable offering than what
nous, cementitious and acrylic materials. it was even two years ago. This has seen many
routine administration functions being taken
“Fibertex WP 90 waterproofing membranes offer a high over by these systems, freeing up employees
level of chemical stability under a wide pH range and for to deliver more strategic value to the organisa-
this reason these membrane fabrics are particularly well tion,” says Blyth.
suited for installation in areas where the textile may be as tools to enrich the data they have at their dis-
in contact with acids or alkalis,” says Lance Woolley, busi- posal and further customise products according to
ness development manager, Fibertex South Africa. “This Personal touch
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS specific customer needs.
flexible and durable material, with good substrate-to-sat-
urate adhesion properties, ensures easy application in all A robo-advisor is just a sexy moniker used when
Turning the corner?
On-site Digital Project Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI)
Management Solution Detector
areas, including tight corners and right-angle edges.” financial planning meets AI. However, the evo-
For seamless and efficient interface A new KAEFER innovation whereby a lution of AI in recent times has made it possible
with the client we have introduced a
paperless intrinsically safe tablet that
wireless detector assists with the
detection of corrosion prone areas Applications for WP 90 geotextiles include waterproofing to incorporate more personalised options for Some fear that robo-advisors might have peaked
assists our site management team to under the insulation without it having
installations to create a dry environment - for example organisations. When it comes to the insurance too soon with several well-known international
manage tasks on the field such as: to be removed. This assists plant
> Receiving site instructions from
owners with their plant maintenance in the basements of buildings, in tunnels and in under- industry, customer expectations are built pre- ones closing. However, as with any other techno-
and outage programs as well as projects.
client A cost effective and safe way to manage ground transport systems. Waterproofing applications for dominantly around this bespoke approach to logical innovation, it is advisable to manage adop-
> Scoping and estimating
> Client authorisatons
CUI and ensure your asset integrity.
protection against deterioration include flat-roof struc- product or service offerings. tion in digestible customer chunks.
> Job planning & progress reports
> Quality control On-site Lean tures, decks, external balconies and multi-storey struc-
> Invoicing and job close out
tures, as well as terrace gardens and highway structures. “This is why it perfectly supplements what in- “In other words, instead of embracing all facets of
A systematic on-site waste elimination
program striving for improved productivity This fabric is also suitable for waterproofing for function- surers are doing today. The market need is one robo-advisory, insurers should take elements and
Concrete Protection
and cost reduction.
ality in reservoirs and water towers, as well as water and which requires customised solutions for com- slowly roll out additional functionality to their solu-
The Krystol technology is a self-sealing
capability that has sharp crystals that Aluminium Thermal Spray sewage treatment works. petitive differentiation. While some insurers are tion stable. In this way, they are able to mitigate
fill capillary pores and micro-cracks in using these robo-advisors for menial tasks such some of the risks typically associated with ‘bright
the concrete to block pathways for
water and waterborne contaminates.
An Aluminium spray application that is
ideal for highly corrosive areas which Fibertex specialists recommend that users follow the spe- as capturing customer details.” new toys’. So, instead of giving consumers all the
It continues to give the concrete
structure a self-sealing ability. The
provides up to 3 times the lifespan
cific manufacturer’s instructions for the particular water- bells and whistles when it comes to robo-advisory,
achieved with most paint systems.
application can also be done while
proofing emulsion being used. “While cynics might baulk at trusting machines they gradually phase in elements of it to acclima-
equipment is in use which can
potentially save you money in reduced Access to manage their insurance, the reality is that it tise customers to its benefits.”
labour and maintenance costs, leaving
you with a durable and resilient System scaffold, mechanical lifts, rope Fibertex WP 90 waterproofing fabric is manufactured is already happening without many people even
structure for the long-term. access and swing scaffolds.
locally at the Fibertex plant in KwaZulu-Natal. The ba- realising it. Even though the degrees of adop- Digital consumers are certainly more open to the
Corrosion Protection sic strength of Fibertex geotextiles is obtained by nee- tion might vary per insurer, the role of AI in data benefits of enhanced offerings delivered using ma-
Thermal Insulation
dle-punching the fibres, which provides a strong, yet elas- analysis is a fundamental aspect of the digital chine learning. At what extent the insurer is ready
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> Various blasting methods (UHP,
vacuum, bristle, dry ice, soda and deck Alternative insulation techniques.
tic bonding. The fabric also undergoes infrared treatment transformation of insurance.” to provide those is up to the organisation.
blasting
> Grit removal system from tanks during the manufacturing process to create a friction sur-
face, with added thermal bonding, on the one side. So, despite its trendiness, robo-advisors have
TO RSVP / REGISTER been used as the means to complement existing
Fibertex South Africa (Pty) Ltd SilverBridge
service offerings for a while. What is new is the
> Please register online through our website (www.kaefer.co.za) or find us
+27 (0) 31 736 7100
on LinkedIn extent at which insurers are open to using these
Lawo@fibertex.com
www.fibertex.com
Tel: +27 11 974 8123 | Fax: +27 11 974 4628
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