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Making its debut in South Africa in thenext few weeks is the super-strong Fioriself-loading concrete mixer range thatis equipped to handle South Africastoughest terrain and batch quality

concrete in the most remote areas.

Pan Mixers South Africa Director Walter Ebeling saysthat his company signed the deal for the Fiori agencyon 1 March 2010, believing the plant to be a topquality offering for the local building and construc-tion industry, as well as certain applications in themining sector.

Mixed on siteThis equipment is ideal for mixing high-quality con-crete, without having a massive concrete batchingplant or a large labour force. To be able to mix yourown quality concrete in rural areas or Greenelds sites

means a reduction of the costs and logistics involvedin transporting ready mixed product.

These hydraulically-operated, standalone machinesare able to scoop, load, mix, transport and place con-crete independently, while being operated by a singleperson. They are also easy to maneuver, making themsuitable for the concrete lining of canals and tunnels,road works, building construction sites, low cost housing

Pan Mixers LaunchesNew Italy RangePan Mixers South Africa is set to launch a new range

of self-loading concrete mixers from Italy, which will

assist users in accessing remote locations and deliv-

ering a quality product.

sites and otherinfrastructureprojects.

Customers canalso opt for theon board elec-

tronic weighingsystem whichensures thatevery batch isidentical in qual-ity and weight,with a receiptprinted out forevery operationto keep as apermanent re-cord, Walterexplains. The

mixing drum hasa double augersystem that mixes concrete very intensely and pre-vents material segregation, giving a superb qualityend product.

Always keeping safety top-of-mind, the Fiori designallows the driving station to rotate so that the drivercan turn the seat to face the load bucket, and alsocheck the texture of the concrete without having toget out of the cabin.

Easy loadingWhats more, these mixers have their own load-

ing bucket and aremounted on a mixingtruck, which drives thebucket into the sandand stone stockpileand loads itself. Biggermodels offer four-wheeldrive with hydrostaticsthat enables them tohandle rough terrain ideal for local condi-tions, says Walter.

Pan Mixers will be offer-

ing the entire range ofFiori self loading mixers,from the 1,1 m3 capac-ity to the 4 m machines.We saw a need in the

Walter Ebeling, Director, Pan Mixers South Africa

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construction industry for plant that can be operatedin smaller, remote or even Greeneld sites. Pan Mixers

already deals in hydraulic systems, so peace of mindis part of the offering when it comes to maintenance

and parts.

The advantage of small equipment like this is thatcement can be batched immediately, eliminatingdown-time spent waiting for deliveries. Comple-menting this, Walter adds, are Pan Mixers Universal(Uni) and Mobile plants for the manufacture of bricks,blocks and paving products - also particularly suitablefor small or rural development.

The Mobile, the Uni and the Hydraulic Uni boast twinshaft vibration technology - usually used on muchlarger machines - which enables the manufactureof paving on smaller equipment that occupies far

less space on sites.Customers have the option of machines mountedon trailers for ease of transportation, and a largerpiece of equipment called the VB1 that is mountedon a atbed trailer, along with a concrete mixer.

In this instance, small shouldnt be confused withunproductive: The Unis produce between 10 000and 14 000 bricks per shift; the RE600 produces 28000 in the same time span; and the VB1 produces50 000 bricks.

Ideal for low cost housingCurrently being used by Brickon in Mozambique to

build housing in rural areas, the equipment has beenmanufactured by Pan Mixers for some 20 years. Plantlike this enables companies to involve local communi-ties in the making of the bricks and paving products;

thereby, creating jobs and offering basic skills to thelocal community, Walter adds.

Pan Mixers is condent that both the Fiori mixers and

the brick making plant will continue to nd favour

with companies that see the value in being able totake small plant with them into far ung regions acrossSouth Africa, making them almost entirely self-sufcient

and not dependent on deliveries.

Being in control of the job - and especially the equip-ment and materials - is often the key to a smoothbuild. Thats what the Pan Mixers offerings is all about:ultimately, our customers nal product is what we

want to be proud of, concludes Walter.About Pan MixersPan Mixers is a leading manufacturer of a wide rangeof concrete block, brick and paving machinery, tur-bine and counter-current pan mixers and batchingplants for the Concrete, Refractory and Ceramicindustries. Pan Mixers have been servicing the needsof local and overseas customers since 1976. PMSAsbrick making machinery, in the Johannesburg areaalone, produces two million bricks per day.

Pan Mixers, Walter Ebeling, Tel: (011) 397 3754, Fax: (011) 397 4721,

Email: [email protected], Web: www.panmixers.co.za

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T

his decision mayhave saved his life.Jama Nyeni wasworking beside a

maintenance crewwho were relining a furnaceon a Kwa-Zulu Natal construc-tion site. The crew was align-ing segments of the furnacebottom, which required byusing of a three-ton chainblock. The block, however,had been set up incorrectlyand was pulling at an angleand overloaded the chain,which snapped. The chainwhipped into the front of

Jamas V-Gard Cap, with aforce that split it open. Theforce knocked Jama to theground. Although stunned,he remained conscious andsustained only had slightbruising to his forehead.

Stories like this one are com-mon, and prove what animportant job the correct protective industrial hel-met, or hard hat, plays in protection. Millions of hardhats are worn every day. In fact, the hard hat is oneof the most recognizable pieces ofsafety equipment in the industrialworkplace. However, itsimportant to rememberthat not all hard hats areof the same quality.

SuppliersSafety equipmentsuppliers, MSA havecreated a widerange of head pro-tection products,with a number of

different style helmetsand materials relatingto various job types. Theseinclude the MSA V-Gard andthe HeatGard and AfriGard.

Is Your Hard Hat Safe?An example of safety saving lives is the story

of a construction worker who chose to wear

his own trusted hard hat instead of the

companys hard hat.

The hard hat that probably saved

Jama Nyenis life

SAFETY ON SITE

Hard hats must withstand even the toughest environ-

ments

MSA Africa Senior Product Manager HEFH, LorenPearson says, our head protection products exceedspecications and all caps and hats are marked

accordingly.

The V-Gard protective caps and hats from MSA consistof a quality shell, made with a durable polyethyleneand a suspension system, which work together as a

head protectionsystem.

When looking at amore affordable

cap, MSA AfriG-ard caps offeran economicalsolution withoutcompromising onsafety. Loren addsthat its importantto remember thatyou need to look

after all head protection equipmentproperly to ensure that it functionseffectively.

Tips to keep your head safe:

Always store your cap/hat out ofdirect sunlight or heat, never modifyit in any way, never use solvents orpaint cleaners and dont store itemsbetween the liner and the shell.

Hard hats are designed to protect youonly once. If the hard hat has beenstruck a forcible blow, both the hardhat shell and the suspension should

be replaced immediately - even if no damageis visible.

Hard hats should also be replaced if dropped

accidentally from the height of a two storeybuilding or higher. Damage to the hard hat andsuspension from the drop could seriously affect

the product, thus putting the wearer at risk.

Many workers are wearing hard hats that arewell past their useful lifespan, without evenknowing it. Although hard hat manufac-turers can recommend a replacementguideline for their particular products, ahard hats lifespan may vary signicantly

- based on the conditions at each worksite.

An employer is responsible for deninga responsive and appropriate solutionfor hard hat service life issues. By put-

ting in place clearly-dened hard hat

replacement programme, employers canmake workers aware of such issues.

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Wthe construction industry reopenedduring the second week of January,thousands of employees returned towork. Gerhard Roets of the GautengMaster Builders Association asks con-

tractors to consider the following: Do workers rememberyour basic safety rules? Are they aware of the realdangers they could be exposed to? Does your projectimplement keep training existing employees?

One of the main duties of the employer is to informand train workers and one of the rst rights of workers

is the right to know. It is, therefore, essential for theemployer to inform workers (and any other personthat may enter the workplace) of the hazards anddangers that they may come across. Visitors to thesite are also exposed to these dangers and must beincluded.

The following guidelines may help when visitors comeon site:

Always report to the site ofce before going onto

site.Be aware of any hazards/risks on this site. Visitors

who have not been on a building site before shouldbe accompanied by a member of the principal

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What to Watch

Out for On Site

After a long break from

a building site for any

reason it is important

that workers are given a

refresher course to make

sure that they continue to

be safe.

SAFETY ON SITE

contractor or subcontractors site staff.Make sure that you wear a hardhat, suitable closedfootwear (no high heels) and any other PersonnelProtective Equipment (PPE) as instructed.

Only use the access routes as provided.

Report any unsafe acts or conditions to the con-tracts manager, site agent or construction safetyofcer.

Stay away from openings in oors, edges, slabs,

hatchways, stairs and excavations, which have

not yet been protected.Obey all site notices, signs and verbal instructionsfrom site management.

Be aware of any work being undertaken overheador in elevated locations and do not walk undersuspended loads.

Be aware of moving machinery. Constructionvehicles have the right of way.

Make use of all of your senses in order to minimizerisk.

Stand still and out of access ways when using acell phone on site.

Report back to the site ofce before leaving siteand return any PPE issued to you.

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Atotal of 17 students graduated in Decemberlast year after eight months of training andthere has since been growing demandfor their services among GMBA membersand the general building industry.

Colin de Kock, Executive Director of GMBA, said thestarting date of the 2010 training course would beannounced soon. The training we provided last yearwas a positive step towards getting more trained safetyofcers in Gauteng. In presenting another course this

year, we are complying not only with industrys callbut also that of the Department of Labour which hasenthusiastically welcomed our initiative.

Doug Michell, GMBA Health, Safety and EnvironmentOfcer, said visits to sites where the 2009 training

course graduates were now employed, had clearlyshown that the new safety ofcers skilled input was

valued and appreciated by their new employers.

More Health and SafetyTraining

The Gauteng Master Builders Associations (GMBA) rst training scheme for Health, Safety and Environment

(HSE) construction site personnel last year proved so successful that the association is planning another8-month training scheme for 2010.

Edward Giuricich, director of Giuricich Brothers Construction (left), with GMBA HSE graduate, Sebenzile Magugu, and the GMBAs Gerhard Roets,

on site in Rhodeseld

This has been one of the best aspects of the trainingcourse, he added.

Edward Giuricich, director of GMBA member, GiuricichBrothers Construction, for example, is full of praise forthe standard of service being provided by his newSafety Ofcer, GMBA graduate, Sebenzile Magugu.

Magugu is working on the companys Toyota Dealer-ship site in Rhodeseld.

Sebenzile is only 26 years old but is providing thestandard of service you would expect from a sea-soned professional. She quickly familiarised herselfwith our site operations from foundations to storm-water pipes and has won the respect not only ofher fellow workers but also the sub-contractors. Shehas proved a most capable custodian of the safetyof the Giuricich staff around her, he stated.

GMBA, Doug Michell, Tel: (011) 805 6611, Email: dougm@gmba.

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lease tell me about yourselfI grew up on a farm in Newcastle in Kwa-

Zulu Natal where my mother raised me, mybrother and three sisters single-handedlyafter my father passed away when I was

six years old. I attended a farm school in Newcastle,where my classroom was a tree and I walked 18.4km each day to school and back. The older childrenwere taught in a mud church and I longed to be in-side with them. Later, I went to Indonsa High School inthe Osizweni Township and completed my Matric atSekusile High School. My upbringing taught me that

nothing comes about without hard work.

Once I matriculated I obtained my National Diplomain Quantity Surveying and Construction Managementfrom the Mangosuthu University of Technology andsoon thereafter acquired a diploma in Project Man-agement from Damelin.

I began my career as a foreman at a constructioncompany in KZN and later joined Gordon Verhoef &Krause (GVK) as a site agent before being promotedto contract manager. Shortly after joining the com-pany, we formed Siya Zama of which I am a majority

shareholder and director. Today thecompany has grown in leaps andbounds and I serve as the Manag-

ing Director at our Johannesburg,Durban, Port Elizabeth and EastLondon companies. I am also heavilyinvolved in the business develop-ment side of the business.

When I completed my studies andhad begun to make some money,I built a four bedroom house for myfamily. A few years ago I boughtthe farm next door to my familyswhere I raise cattle. Ive recentlybeen attempting to grow mieliesand hope to cultivate pecan nut

trees there one day.

My beautiful wife of six years,Thandeka, keeps me young andtogether we have a daughter,Ndumiso.

AManWith

APlan

Siya Zama Construction is a company that is driven by passion and a strong will to succeed. These principals

have been put in place by the founder who started from humble beginnings in rural KwaZulu Natal and battled

his way to the top of the construction industry. We go deeper into the history of the founder, Dumisani Madi,

and find out what is the secret of his success.

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When Im not working, I keep myselfoccupied with interests such as propertyinvestment, running, golf and rugby.

What made you decide to enter

this industry?As a farm boy I was always fascinated byconstruction. When I decided to study,I initially wanted to pursue a career inQuantity Surveying but later changedto Construction Management. I hadalways hoped that one day I wouldbuild something out of concrete andcement as the houses on the farm werebuilt with mud. These always fell apartand I wanted to build something thatwould be sustainable and which would

help other people.What drives you at work?I love what I do and I enjoy working with people ondays that Im not at work I actually miss it. I feel incred-

Tokyo Sexwale

ibly proud to see projects completed,with the knowledge that we havedone quality work. I am also veryfortunate to have the support of my

wife and Im driven to provide myfamily with the kind of lifestyle thatI didnt have growing up.

What is the most satisfying

part of your job?It gives me enormous satisfaction tosee a completed project standingwhere there once was nothing. Ialso relish meeting new people andIm always excited to see what thenext day will bring.

Do you feel there have been

any specific challenges youhave had to overcome to be

successful in the workplace?As an African person, I struggled initiallyto be taken seriously in the constructionindustry, particularly because tradi-tionally, it was thought that our skillsin the industry were limited to beinglabourers. Becoming a shareholder andboss was not easy and I have had tocontinually prove myself as deservingand capable of these roles. In addition,as the country transformed, peoplewere of the opinion that my positionwas used as a means to obtain tendersand I therefore had to prove that I wasup to the job.

What have been some of the

highlights of your career?Some of the greatest highlights of mycareer have not come in the formof awards or prestige, rather it wasachieving togetherness. We are apeoples company and some of theawards that we have received are a

testament to our commitment to theirwellbeing. For example, in 2009 wewon a number of awards in the MasterBuilders South Africa National Healthand Safety Competition.

Who inspires you?Nelson Mandela has been a real in-spiration to me as he has shown thenation and the world that we needto forgive each other, forget the pastand move on. I am also inspired bypeople like Tokyo Sexwale who dont

just talk, they do.What do you do to unwind?I enjoy playing golf and networkingwith people from different walks of life.I also attend church regularly and try

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sionalism, the implementation of more training pro-grammes and more pride in the work being done.

Why the name Siya Zama?Siya Zama means together we try. When we formedthe company we started with nothing and thoughtLets try this. For the rst nine years of building the

business, we struggled to make a prot but persever-ance paid off and we now achieve an annual turn-over in excess of R500m. Today we have a company

newsletter called Umphumela, which means results a tribute to our achievements.

What sets your company apart from others in

the same industry?I think that it is our professionalism that sets us apart.We get the right people to carry out the work andnever compromise on quality. Also, we operate undera culture of respect for everyone from the tea ladythrough to the client.

Can you offer any words of wisdom for peo-

ple who wish to be as successful as you?I think that it is important for people to enjoy whatthey do and that they should enter the industry forthat reason and not for the money. A willingness tolearn and to work hard as well as humility and re-spect are essential if you want to succeed. From myyears in the industry, I have seen that with the rightattitude, you can go anywhere it is like having akey to many doors.

What do you feel about the future of the

construction industry af ter 2010?As long as there are people being born, there will bework. With 2010, there has been a huge boost to theeconomy and this has resulted in work. Furthermore,

with this light being shone on South Africa, there willbe an increase in foreign investment which will alsomean more work for the industry.

Siya Zama Construction, Dumisani Madi, Tel: (031) 314-3700, Email:

[email protected]

to help people where I can.

What are the core values of your business?We strongly believe in providing a better life for ouremployees and making a difference to the lives ofour clients. Our company is built on quality, settingand attaining the highest standards, ethics and re-

spect.

What is your vi-

sion for the com-

pany?I would like to seeour name on moreprojects.

What would you

like to see hap-

pen in the indus-try?I would like to see allof us in the industry,regardless of raceor gender, workingtogether to betterthe country and theeconomy. I also hopeto see greater profes-

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Nelson Mandela

Rossburgh Station

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strength gain, and R indicates rapid strength gain,particularly at early ages.

The SABS mark on cement bags is a legal require-ment, and guarantees that the correct proportionsof constituents are present in the cement.

The strength performance of all mark-bearing cementsis regularly monitored and is subject to verication

by SABS.

AggregatesStone and sand for use in concrete should consistof particles of hard material of rounded or roughlycubical shape, with a fairly smooth surface, andshould be free from impurities such as earth, clay,roots, salt, etc.

StoneSingle-sized 26,5 mm or 19 mm stone is more economicalto use, but 13,2 mm stone makes hand mixing easier.Most quarries, builders merchants and hardwarestores can provide good crushed stone.

The size of the largestparticles should not bebigger than about one-fth

the minimum thickness ofthe concrete section, orexceed the clearancebetween reinforcementand formwork, nor shouldmaterial less than about7 mm be included. Weakand porous materials (e.g.furnace bottom ash) yieldpoor quality concrete oflimited strength.

SandThe properties of the sandhas a big effect on thequality of the concrete,so where possible choosesands carefully.

The best sands areevenly graded theycontain particles of awide range of sizes,the medium sizes pre-

CementThe ratio between the water and the cement in a mixdetermines the strength of the concrete the morecement in the mix (for the same water content), thestronger the hardened concrete will be.

The rate of strength gain and heat developed by thereaction between water and cementitious materialsis governed by the neness of the cement particles,

and their constituents. The letter N in a cementstrength class designation indicates normal rate of

Making QualityConcreteTo make good quality concrete, you need to understand the dif ferent constituents and the roles they play.

Dont use masonry cement for concrete work.

Only use cement bearing the SABS mark.

NEVER use an extender as a cement on its own.

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CONCRETE AND CEMENT

can be used, but will generally give a mix thatis less workable, less economical, more liableto honeycombing and less easy to bring to agood nish.

ands containing more than about 10% of shale,or of weathered basalt or dolerite (all of which

are dark in colour) may cause excessiveshrinkage on drying.

and should contain a proportion of very ne

material too little nes results in a harsh

concrete which is hard to compact and tobring to a good nish. It can also lead to

excessive bleeding where a layer of wa-ter appears on the surface of the concreteafter placing.

oo much nes, on the other hand, tends

to cause a reduction in strength and toomuch mortar on the surface. This mortarmay craze and will give a surface that willwear rapidly under trafc.

River sands are generally reasonably clean andfree from clay, and often consist of hard roundedparticles which give good workability to theconcrete. Deposits are often rather variable,having been sorted into sizes by water ow.

Beach sand tends to be poorly graded. Salts,

which may be present in these sands, tend tocause a white deposit on the surface of theconcrete and it corrodes the reinforcement orsteel xings embedded in the concrete.

Nevertheless, such sands, provided that theyhave been properly washed and processed,are satisfactory for all grades of concrete.

Crusher sands are produced in a controlledmanufacturing process which includes crush-ing, sieving and, where necessary, washing. Theproducts are usually of consistent quality and,if they contain at least 10% nes, are suitable

for making concrete.

dominating, but with the coarsest (just passing the4,75-mm sieve) and the nest being present.

Sand with a poor grading (i.e. with mostly single-sized particles, such as desert or beach sand)

Dont use:

Soil dug out of the garden as organic ma-terial and/or fertilizers may retard setting,and clay may cause cracking.

Pit and plaster sands for concrete theyare too ne

Wind-blown (desert) or minedump sands they are generally ne and single-sized.

In addition, mine waste may be contami-nated with chemicals that are harmfulto the concrete.

Bleedwater trowelled into the surface of aslab forms a weak, porous layer

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Dont use seawater if the concrete includes rein-

forcing steel or metal brackets, xings, etc the saltcauses steel in the concrete to rust

Dont use admixtures containing calcium chloridefor reinforced concrete the calcium chloridecauses the steel to rust.

CONCRETE AND CEMENT

AdmixturesAdmixtures are chemicals in ake, powder or liquid

form added to concrete at the mixing stage to modifyproperties of the mix. They are not usually used for

small-scale building projects as their use requires spe-cial mix designs and dispensing equipment, but we

discuss their properties hereas they are often used in

ready-mixed con-crete. Admixturesare categorised

according to theireffect. The most com-

monly used admix-tures include:

Plasticisers to im-prove workability

and providea more evendist r ibut ion

of the binder(cement) par-

ticles throughthe mix

Superplasticisers to improveworkability, allowing con-crete to ow without seg-regating through heavily

congested reinforcementand compact without vi-bration. They are also usedfor high-strength concrete.The effect of a superplas-ticiser may disappear asearly as 30 minutes aftermixing.

Accelerators speed up thechemical reaction of thecement and water andare useful where rapid set-ting and high early strengths are required, where

rapid turnover of moulds or formwork is required,or where concreting takes place under very coldconditions.

Retarders slow the chemical reaction of the ce-ment and water leading to longer setting timesand slower initial strength gain. They are usedwhen placing concrete in hot weather, to preventcold joints caused by delays during placing, aswell as in concrete which has to be transportedfor a long time.

Pigments may be used to colour concrete red,yellow, brown, black, blue or green. Use only the

best quality pigments based on metallic oxides natural pigments may be cheaper, but thecolour they produce is variable and less intense.Dosage is typically 3 to 5 kg per 100 kg of cement,but the final colour of the dry concrete depends

Hanlie Turner

on the combined colours of the cement, sandand pigment.

Make up test mixes using the specic sand and cement

and different pigment dosages. Cure the concrete

and then allow the surface to dry completely beforechecking the colour the colour of wet concrete isdarker and more intense.

When using any type of admixture, pay special at-tention to correct dosage overdosing can result inexcessive delays in setting.

WaterDrinking water is normally suitable for making con-crete and mortar. Murky or dirty looking water, forexample, from a borehole or dam, should be tested bya laboratory before it is used. Seawater can be usedfor unreinforced concrete if the appearance of theconcrete is unimportant a white powdery depositcalled eforescence may develop on the surface.Concrete and Cement Institute, Hanlie Turner, Tel: (011) 315 0300

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These statistics are provided exclusively for Skills on Site readers by Databuild, the leading pro-

vider of construction related information in South Africa. Databuild has been providing infor-

mation for thirty five years and tracks projects from planning through to awarded stages. Each

month Databuild will provide statistics reflecting trends in the industry. For more information

about Databuild please contact us on (011) 259-4500 or visit us at www.databuild.co.za

LEADING INFO

Number of projects awarded by province

- February 2010

Province Total Number of Projects

Eastern Cape 61

Free State 15

Gauteng 43

KwaZulu Natal 52

Limpopo 20

Mpumalanga 31

North West 20

Northern Cape 10

Western Cape 91

Grand Total 343

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They call their sales people Rainmakers whichis a term that is used for those known forachieving excellent results for their clients ina profession. Three of the companys keystaff members Rainmakers in the true sense

of the word are Jessica Figueira in KwaZulu Natal,Lizette Swanepoel in Cape Town and Lisa Atkins in

Johannesburg.Fabulous yearsFigueira, who saysshe has been atDatabuild for twoand a half fabu-lous years, hasimpressed GaryMallen, regionalsales manager forMasonite, with herwillingness to help,accurate infor-

mation and goodquality feedback.Figueiras offeringto our company is adouble whammy.Firstly she sort outsany enquiries andproblems we haveregarding the infor-mation that Data-build sends us, suchas market relatedinformation on con-

struction projectsand, secondly, shealso assists with themarketing of ourown services in theindustry, Mallensays.

Figueira believesthat bringing pros-perity is all partof the job. As aRainmaker, my core

focus is to create opportunity for all manufacturers,contractors, suppliers and service providers in thebuilding and construction industry. I do this by givingthem important information that helps them to maxi-mise their sales opportunities, especially through theweb-based Databuild product, Webleads2.

CONSTRUCTION, FINANCE & SUPPORT SERVICES

Its Raining Contract LeadsDatabuild is a company that helps building contractors and the industry with information that provides good

quality business leads so that contracts never dry up or run out.

My role is to en-sure that we givecontractors prod-ucts that meet theirneeds and more. Iencourage our cli-ents to make valu-

able contributionsby giving feed-backand ideas, in terms ofhow to improve anddevelop Webleads.Databuild wants tooffer users an ef-cient service that willsupport their needsand daily function-ing, allowing themmore time to focuson their core busi-

ness selling!In the CapeCapetonian Rainmaker Lizette Swanepoel has beenwith Databuild for seven years and believes thatRainmakers represents the company and all it standsfor.

Sanitaryware specialist Tiletoria, sales executive Mikede Kock says the information his company receivesfrom Databuild is always accurate and valuable. It isinformation that people often dont like to give out,de Kock says. Getting it from Databuild makes it thatmuch easier to contact the appropriate people.

Part of my job is to help companies understand thatour service is the lifeblood that will sustain them if theyimplement our products correctly.

In Johannesburg

Databuilds Johannesburg Rainmaker, Lisa Atkinssays, I am an executive and consultant for suppliers,manufacturers, service providers and others who areinterested in knowing what projects are happeningwithin the building and civils industry. My job is togenerate new business and keep my current clientshappy.

I believe many projects that were put on hold through

2009 will be reactivated during 2010, and our clientswill have this information at their ngertips as and when

it happens, Atkins says. The key is to stay positiveand be persistent.

Databuild, Tel: (011) 259 4500, Web: www.databuild.co.za

Lizette Swanepoel of Databuild Cape Town

Lisa Atkins of Databuild Johannesburg

Jessica Figueira of Databuild in KwaZulu Natal

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Consider what you want your security bars to

look like. You can get custom-made securitybars or grills or opt for adjustable grills avail-able at your hardware store.

Determine where you want to place your se-

curity bars. You most likely want to be able toopen your windows, so, if your window opens

inward, place the bars between the screenand the window. If your window slides, you

could put the bars on the inside of the windowand still be able to open it.

Measure your window openings and get the

appropriate sized bars or security grills. Placeyour security bars in the window opening andmark where the fastening screws will go. Drill

holes in the window frame for installation ofthe bars.

Install the security bars. Use long screws to be

sure that the screws go all the way into thewindow framing, not just the casing.

SECURITY

Tips and warningsFor an extra level of security, you can usesecurity screws or one-way screws to install

your security bars. These screws are designedto go in just like a regular screw, but because

of their unique head design, they cant beremoved.

Installing permanent steel bars over your

windows will provide protection against intru-sion. However, you cant remove steel barsquickly so they can be a hazard themselves

since they can trap people inside a house.

How to cut steel barsUnless you are trying to break out of prison, cutting

steel bars is a very easy process with the right tools.Some say that it is possible to cheaply cut steelbars with a mitre saw and an abrasive chop sawdisk, but that method is a dangerous undertaking.Before cutting steel bars, take time to procure theright supplies. Doing so will lead to less aggravationand give a better, safer and cleaner cut.

Mark your anticipated cut on the steel bar witha grease pencil.

Place the marked steel bar on the cutting plat-form of the saw. The safest, more efcient and

easiest saw to operate is a cold saw. Secure any

fasteners or holders that are on the platform toensure that the steel bar doesnt slip during thecutting process.

Put on safety goggles and heavy-dutygloves.

Turn on the saw. Make sure the blade isrunning smoothly and evenly.

Grip the saw handle with yourdominant hand. Secure the steelbar using your non-dominant hand.Make sure that you are holding thesteel bar at a safe enough distance

from the blade of the saw.Press down on the saw with a smooth,slow motion. Do not stop pressinguntil the saw has gone through thebar entirely.

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hat is whyFirst NationalBanks (FNB)Housing Fi -nance division

is calling on developersand contractors in theaffordable housing sec-tor to look for opportuni-ties to develop land forhousing. The bank intendsworking closely with thosethat have the know-howto build and develop land. If a need exists and if suitableland can be bought, it is the intention of the bank toget involved from the planning stages to providingnance and construction advice.

FNBs CEO of Housing Finance, Marius Marais, says thata massive opportunity exists for established buildingcontractors to identify opportunities to build afford-able houses for those families that earn too much toqualify for an RDP house, but too little to qualify for ahouse bond. This sector was also mentioned in FinanceMinister Pravin Gordans recent budget speech andit is estimated that about 600 000 houses need to bebuilt to meet demands.

Yet only about 24 000 houses are being built per yearwhich means it will take the country 25 years or moreto meet the current demand.

We see it as a challenge that holds opportunity for

FINANCE

It is time for people within the housing sector to

take action and make things happen in the

affordable housing sector in order to stimulate

the market and drive development.

Building at Golden Gardens

MariusMarais,CEOofF

NBHousingFinance.

the industry to rise up and conquer. The bank canassist on two fronts, namely to assist with nancing

for developers to fund housing projects as well as toprovide qualifying buyers with bonds to buya house of their own.

The banks involvement in the affordablehousing sector includes Joe Slovo VisionVillage, Windmill Park and Cosmo Citydevelopments among others. It hopes toimprove the amount of houses in stock inorder to stimulate the whole sector. It de-nes affordable houses as houses costing

in the region of R200 000 R350 000.

Here is a checklist of things to do to getthe ball rolling. Look at the needs of resi-dents in your area of operation. If a needfor affordable housing exists then look atthe following:

1. Availability of land for development.

2. Cost of the land and division of the property todetermine costs.

3. Is the land feasible and close to places of work,transport, water and electricity networks.

4. Break down the costs and work out the timing ofthe project (how long it will take to complete).

5. Investigate the availability of skills to undertakebuilding.

6. Gather support and speak to you bank.

If this investigation shows that the project can befeasible it is a good idea to speak to an advisor andget assistance to draw up a business and constructionplan. There is a massive need for affordable housingin South Africa and as long as the right skills are em-ployed there is a very good chance that the projectwill be successful.

Sibusiso Ndlovu, Tel: (011) 371-0006, www.fnb.co.za

Call to Action

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FLOORS AND FLOORING

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outh Africas leading manufacturer of tiles,Ceramic Industries, shares some importanttips for the contractor.

DosDo make sure the surface is clean.

Do make sure the surface is at and clear of

bumps

Do make sure there are expansion joints in thescreed

Do have strong vertical and horizontal workinglines

Do unpack all the tiles and arrange them beforehand. This will prevent noticeable colour variationsfrom different boxes.

Dos and Donts of Tiling

Do start tiling from the centre of the room.

Before laying adhesive carefully read the manu-facturers instructions and follow them.

Do lay tiles row by row.

Do tap with rubber mallet as you go.

Do make sure the spaces between tiles is correctas this allows for expansion and contraction.

Do make use of experienced tile layers.

Do purchase about 10% more than you need toallow for cutting and breakages.

DontsDo not tile on a wet screed.

Do not attempt to slide tiles into place. Lay each

Increasingly contractors are being asked to tile floors of houses in affordable developments. To avoid

mishaps such as lifting and cracking it is a good idea to follow some basic tips to ensure the floors

stay looking good for many years.

Dos Donts

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Tape measure

Tile cutter

Tile nippers

Combination square

Framing square

Notched trowel

Level

Rubber mallet

Floor scraper

Caulk and chalk line

Caulking gun

Screwdriver or can opener

Putty knife

Utility knifeSqueegee

Hammer

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tile perfectly in place.

Do not cover or lay over working lines.

Do not add too much water to adhesive or tile

grout.Do not apply adhesive to large areas at a timeas it dries quickly.

Do not butt-joint tiles.

Do not join tiles leave enough space betweentiles to grout.

Do not walk on tiles (or place furniture) for at leasttwo days to allow the tiles to set properly.

Do not grout the tiles within 24 hours of layingthem. The tiles need time to settle.

Do not wash the tiled oor for at least a week

after laying it.

Tools you needTape measure

Tile cutter

Tile nippers

Combination square

Framing square

Notched trowel

Level

Hammer

Rubber mallet

Floor scraper

Caulking gun and caulk

Chalk line

Screwdriver or can opener

Putty knife

Utility knife

Large sponge

Grout mixing tray

Squeegee

Materials you needTiles

Grout

Mosaic

Spacer if necessary

Grout sealerGrout fortier

Information supplied by Ceramic

Industries, Tel: (016) 930 3600,

Fax: (016) 930 3803, Email: info@

ceramic.co.za

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S

kills On Site looks at the cost of owning abakkie and has put together a list of the most

important things to consider when makingyour big decision.

Buying the Best BakkieBuying the Best Bakkiefor youfor you

When buying a bakkie it is important to base all your buying decisions on the best bakkie for your business

unique purposes. In order to choose the one that is right for you it is important that you gather facts and not

base decisions on other peoples ideas or preferences.

New or usedBuying a good new bakkie gives you peace of mind.

You get a new vehicle that has not been damagedby anybody else. It will carry at least a manufactur-ers warranty and depending on the brand can also

include a motor plan or serviceplan that means maintenance andservicing will cost you nothing overthe period specied.

If you cant afford a new one thena used bakkie is the best way togo. If you have limited money tospend and can only buy second-hand then make sure you check itthoroughly and buy it with a dealeror after-market guarantee.

Show me the moneyBuilding contractors will often buyequipment and vehicles cash whenfunds are available. It is important

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to remember that a vehicle loses value and itis unlikely that you will get all your cash backwhen you sell it again.

Another option is to ask for assistance from thebank in the form of a loan or lease agreement.This enables you to pay a xed amount every

month, but you will have to pay bank interestand charges. In this way you will end up payingfar more for the bakkie in the long run.

The real decision is whether you want to use themoney you have earned in a lump sum pay-ment or whether you want to pay an amountevery month.

Dealer network and spares availabili tyIt is important to nd out more about the brand

and whether they have a solid dealer network

with workshops in the areas you are likely towork in. The best way to nd out is to ask for a

list of dealers or even to look in the telephonedirectory.

Also, make sure that the promises that the sa-leman makes to you when buying the bakkieare not just empty ones. Speak to people whoown the same model of bakkie and ask themif they are happy with the service and if theycan easily get the spares they need.

Motorplan / service plan and warrantyMany new bakkies are sold with a motor plan

or service plan. This means that for a certainamount of time or kilometres you will pay nomaintenance (motor plan) on the bakkie or willonly pay for wear and tear items (service plan)when your bakkie goes in for a service. It is also

a good idea to nd out whether the dealer

will supply a loan vehicle if you havea mechanical breakdown.

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Model Engine(cylinders)

Fuel Consumption(L/100km)

Power(kW)

Price (R)

Ford

Ranger 2.2i 2184/4 Petrol 13.9 68 150 000

Ranger 2.5D 2499/4 Diesel 12 64 177 220

GWM

2.2i Workhorse 2237/4 Petrol 13.9 78 94 990

2.8 Tdi Standard 2728/4 Diesel 11.9 70 130 000

Hyundai

Bakkie 2.6i 2607/4 Diesel 10.66 63 152 900

Isuzu

KB200i 1998/4 Petrol 13.6 88 157 500

KB250LWB 2499/4 Diesel 9 58 177 700

Kia

K2700 2665/4 Diesel 11.9 62 158 995

Mahindra

Bolero NEF Loader 2498/4 Diesel 11.9 74 116 500

Scorpio Pik-up 2.5 2510/4 Diesel 10.8 74 157 900

Mazda

BT-50 2600i 2606/4 Petrol 13.1 92 189 460

BT-50 TDi SLX 2499/4 Diesel 10.9 80 245 280

Mitsubishi

Triton 3.5 ClubCab 3497/6 Petrol 14.5 136 276 000

Triton 2.5 Di-D Club Cab 2477/4 Diesel 11.6 100 266 000

Nissan

Hardbody NP300 200i 1998/4 Petrol 13.6 84 135 000

NP300 2.5TDi 2488/4 Diesel 11.6 98 173 900

Tata

Diesel Worker 2956/4 Diesel 12.8 48 109 995

Telcoline 2.0 TD 1948/4 Diesel 11.7 64 111 900

ToyotaHilux SC 2.0 VVTi 1998/4 Petrol 12.2 100 164 000

Hilux SC 2.5D-4D 2494/4 Diesel 9.6 75 189 900

Specs and pricesSpecications based on entry level 1-ton petrol and diesel models. All specications are

claimed by the manufacturer and are subject to change.

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The true cost of a bakkieincludes the amountof days lost if yourbakkie has to sit

in the workshop.Rather buy a more

expensive but reliable bakkie than a cheapunreliable bakkie.

Insurance costs considerationsBefore buying a bakkie it is a good

idea to put together a list of thebakkies you are con-

sidering andget quotes

from yourinsurancecompa-ny. Re-memberthat anyb a k k i e

that is fi-nanced bya bank hasto be fully in-

sured. Cashbuyers should

consider the cost of replacing abakkie if it is damaged or stolenand weigh up the risks. Also, in theevent of an accident if the driverof your bakkie is at fault you will beliable for damages to other vehiclesand this can be costly.

If the prices quoted for different

models varys a lot then ask the insur-ance company for an explanation.It might mean that the particularbakkie has a high risk of being stolenor may be prone to accidents.

Running costs including fuel

consumption and sparesNever let your ego get in the wayof buying a bakkie. Although yourstatus might get a boost if you owna black double cab with 20 inch rimsand low prole tyres, ask yourself

whether it is practical. There is agood reason why construction ve-hicles are normally painted in a lightcolour like white or yellow becauseit doesnt show scratches and dirtas easy. Also, the load area on atwin cab is smaller and your fancyrims will be buckled and broken inno time on the construction site.

When looking at the cost of a bak-kie it is important to look at all thesefactors and also to look at thingslike fuel consumption, cost of spares

and the size and cost of tyres. Thesecan be expensive. Even if the cheapbakkie you bought is heavy on petrolor diesel then it can cost you a lotof money in the long run.

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Reputation and research on reli-

abilityMost bakkie manufacturers put a lot oftime and effort into ensuring that they

keep their good name in the market. Ifthey have a good reputation amongthe people you know it probably meansthey have earned it. But, even if theydo have a good name it still pays tospeak to people that own the samemodel of bakkie and nd out if they

are happy with the bakkie and that itis still as good as its reputation alwaysused to be.

Resale valueLastly look at newspapers and get

advice on the resale value of thebakkie you want to buy. Unless youare going to use the bakkie until thewheels fall off from old-age it is wiseto buy a bakkie that will still be worthsomething when you want to sell it.It is possible to use a bakkie for yearsand resell it for good money if youlook after it.

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Most businesses will experience manychallenges along the way which if notovercome can lead to the businesssuffering severely and your dreamscould come to a premature end.

One such challenge is the matter of managing yournancial matters effectively and responsibly.

Why is this important? We all know that the successof businesses is largely measured by the businesssability to make money and to maintain a healthysustainable nancial position over many years.

Use a professionalSmall businesses owners often do not employ theservices of a professional bookkeeper or accountantto maintain and report an accurate set of accountsfor their businesses. This will have a negative impacton their ability to secure nance from banks when

the need arises. Financial institutions also place a lotof reliance on bank statements and it is critical thatevery cent is banked on a regular basis thereforereecting your income accurately.

Financial institutions can determine work out howmuch money you make, how much you spend,overdraft levels if you can pay people you owe fromyour bank statements and use this information tosee if they will give you a loan. Financial institutionsdo however not rely on bank statements only and

Financing a Bakkie

FINANCE

Starting your own business is a big step and the decision to do so takes a

lot of courage. Starting your own business could also be one of the

most rewarding decisions that you will ever make,

knowing that you are in a position to

shape your

future.

a set of up to date accounts reecting the nancial

position of your business is ideal.

Obtaining finance from a bank can be very

beneficial for your business:

It is a way to purchase the equipment that youneed to carry out your work effectively

Also its assists you in improving your cash ow very

effectively. Not all of us have an endless supplyof cash to put into our businesses and it is almostunavoidable that you will need assistance fromnancial institutions.

Financial institutions can help you purchase thecorrect equipment you require for the job, withoutyou having to use your own cash.

More cash in your pocket means you can pur-chase more stock for the next job and grow your

business.

Cash in hand helps you to cover your expenseswhilst you may be waiting for payment fromrecently completed jobs.

Finance houses will only deal with those suppliersthat are trust-worthy. This means that you enjoysome protection from suppliers who may nothave your interests at heart.

Purchasing the correct, quality equipment forthe right job is an investmentinto the future of your busi-ness and nancial institutions

have loaned you money. Itis in their interest that yourbusiness succeeds.

They will provide you with thebest advice on which nance

option is best for your needsand how to manage yournancial affairs.

Invest in your future andensure that you have upto date nancial accounts,

and remember, bargain buys

are not necessarily the bestbuy. Are you investing in yourbusiness?

Wesbank, Tel: 0861 288 272, Email:

[email protected]

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CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS

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t is being replaced as part of a R30-millionproject which will see a total of 16km ofnew piping installed during the next eightmonths. This project will benet the CBD

and its neighbouring wards and will provideKwaDukuza with a reliable supply of water incontrast to the current situation of leaking pipesand interruptions to water supplies.

PhasesThis is Phase 1 of the project which commencedin January 2010 and will be completed in August2010. A total of 11 000 man-day employmentopportunities will be created. Phase 2 of theproject is estimated at R70-million and will benet

Stanger Manor, Sundumbili and other areas.

The Department of Water Affairs is contributing R1million this nancial year towards the cost of the

R30-million project which is being primarily fundedby the Department of Cooperative Governanceand Traditional Affairs. The larger programme ofrepairing leaks and reducing water pressure formspart of a District Turn-Around Strategy aimed atimproving service delivery to the approximately800 000 people in the district.

iLembe municipal manager, Mike Newton, saidthey had commissioned a ve-year plan to

reduce leaks across the district. By 2015 ourtarget is to reduce leakages from 48.6% to 25%

which more or less ties in with the target set bythe eThekwini Municipality.

Job opportunitiesKwaDukuza is a very compact town with narrowroads and thus a fair amount of trafc congestion.

It was too expensive to use trenchless technol-ogy so open excavation is being used providingmany job opportunities for local people.

Water is scarce in KwaDukuza and tankers are oftenused to bring supplies into the surrounding areas. Thetown has only one source of supply and when there isa problem, it often takes days to repair it resulting in

water cuts. In December 2008, much of KwaDukuzawas without water for four days.

By reducing leaks through constant repairs anddropping pressure, impressive savings can be made.Discussions are also underway with Eskom because if

Project Delivers 11 000Days of Work

Local contractors and

workers will benefit through a

project in KwaZulu-Natal North Coast

town of KwaDukuza to replace the entire

water reticulation system in the

central business district.

there is a drop in the volume of water used, energycosts drop.

PartneringThis represents a big partnership with various spheres

of government Eskom, the Department of WaterAffairs and the Department of Cooperative Gover-nance and Traditional Affairs. We need to exploremore partnerships like these in future, said Newton.

iLembe Municipality, Tel: 032-437 9379.

Mayor, Cllr Welcome Sibusiso Mdabe, iLembe District Municipality behind The Mayor

Councillor Thulani Khuluse, KwaDukuza Local Municipality get stuck in to kick-start

the KwaDukuza project

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TRAINING

The companysmanaging direc-tor, Ian Lowe,says Biltworx hasa lot of trained

and experienced artisansin all building trades. Butthere is always a strongrequirement to use localpeople for work in thetownships and one ofBiltworxs strengths is our

ability to ensure that sucha pool of untrained staffcan quickly be formedinto a competent work-force.

This involves close co-operation with the localcommunities to providethe manpower for the wettrades, including brick-laying and plastering.Biltworx handles the rest,

apart from specialist applications such as aircondition-

ing for which we employ sub-contractors.

Biltworx director, Shaun Hugo, adds: We becomeinvolved with the local communities and their eco-nomic upliftment. This means we virtually run a trainingschool for each project and ensure that trainees getat least the basic skills of a trade. Some new businessstart-ups are created along the way.

The company is a member of the Gauteng MasterBuilders Association (GMBA) and operates mostlyin the commercial sector and - although it has builtseveral ofce blocks, industrial buildings, and hotels

- Biltworx has tended to specialise in the construc-

tion of shopping centres, particularly new townshipdevelopments.

These projects include a 15 000sq m centre anchoredby Checkers in Diepsloot, a 38 000sq m private shop-ping centre development in Tsakane, and severalothers in areas such as Soshanguve and Everton, allaveraging between 15 000 and 25 000sq m in size.

Originally known as Telford Construction, the compa-nys name was changed to Biltworx (Pty) Ltd whenits founder, Dave Telford, retired. Many of the staff ofthe original company which was established in 1955- continue to work for Biltworx. Thus the values of the

previous company in terms of quality workmanship,integrity and customer service have been maintained.Biltworx is based in Knopjeslaagte, near Pretoria.

Biltworx, Ian Lowe, Tel: 082 413 5269. GMBA, Colin de Kock, Tel:

(011) 805 6611, Web: www.gmba.co.za

The LastingLegacy

A 38 000 m shopping centre completed by Biltworx in Tsakane recently. The company trained locals on site

who will be able to use their new skills to start their own businesses

The on-site training of members of

local communities plays an

important role in work carried out

in the townships by Biltworx.

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Lezmin 1204 has the proud distinction of be-ing a 100% black female-owned enterprise,notes Gary Berkland, commercial managerat Grinaker-LTA Building Cape.

We are very pleased to be working withLezmin 1204, which has proved itself and worked itsway up through the ranks by originally working as anSMME contractor on various projects for the CoegaDevelopment Corporation, he says.

Its an outstanding achievement for the rm to have

progressed to being a ful joint venture partner withGrinaker-LTA on a major construction project, and we


Job CreationDevelopment is continuing fast at the Coega Indus-

trial Development Zone (IDZ) outside Port Elizabeth,

with Grinaker-LTA and joint venture partner, BEE

firm Lezmin 1204, having been awarded a R57-mil-

lion contract for the construction of a new facility for

Cape Concentrate.

look forward to working together to deliver a qualityend product here.

This contract, like all construction at the Coega IDZ,also has a strong focus on employment equity andjob creation, he adds. We are required to ensurethe participation in this undertaking of various targetgroups, such as SMMEs, black-owned businesses, rms

owned by women, local enterprises and previouslydisadvantaged individuals.

In addition, there is a requirement to implementtraining programmes, such as learnership training. Itssomething to which Grinaker-LTA, Lezmin 1204 and allour sub-contractors are fully committed.

This construction project - which comprises a total build-ing area of 4 125m2 - includes a two-storey ofce blockfor Cape Concentrate, 1 870m2 warehouse and 917m2

The Cape Concentrator site at Coega

Working as an SMME contractor on various

projects for the Coega Development Corporation

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Kimberleys new prison

boiler house.The externalworks includea vast 18 235m2

concrete hard-stand area.

Kimberley

lockdownAt the sametime, the con-struction of thenew mediumsecurity cor-rectional cen-tre at Kimber-ley has been

completed bycontractor Gri-naker-LTA, andhanded overto The Depart-ment of PublicWorks.

The facility willprovide ac-commodationfor 3 000 adult male offenders. It is one of four new prisons at Leeuwkop, Nigel, Klerksdorp and Kim-

berley that were rst announced in 2002. Grinaker-

LTA, undertook the R777-million contract in a joint

venture with BEE rm Keren Kula Construction.

The prison features a design thats planned to serveas a model for other new correctional facilities inSouth Africa. The prison complex comprises build-ings totalling more than 41 574 m in size.

This construction contract was marked by an ex-ceptional commitment to local job creation, as

well as training and development initiatives, notesAndrew Owens, managing director of Grinaker-LTABuilding Inland. Local labourers, sub-contractorsand suppliers were utilised wherever possible.

Opportunities for younstersGrinaker-LTA also offered a special HIV/Aids aware-ness programme in which all workers participated.In addition, we worked with the National YouthService and Training Programme to offer trainingand employment opportunities to youngsters as-piring to work in the construction industry, Owensstates. A total of 98 youths were trained in plumb-

ing, electrical, carpentry, masonry and paintingduring the course of the contract.

Grinaker-LTA Building, Neil Potgieter, Tel: (011) 578 6200, Fax:

(011) 578 6384, Email: [email protected], Web: www.

grinaker-lta.com


A total of 98 youths were trained in

plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry and

painting during the course of the contract

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CONTRACTORS CORNER

a.b.e. Construction Chemicals, which startedoperating way back in 1939 - is now advisingcontractors to use the dry spells in the weatherto properly waterproof dwellings.

In the last quarter of 2009, a.b.e. launched abrand-new product, Stick It roof repair kit, and alsointroduced a smaller, 5kg version of its popular duraex

waterproong slurry.In general, thecompanys bi-tuminous sheetproducts areused to water-proof at roofs,

and basementwalls, with liq-uid systems andputties that in-clude acrylics,solvent-based

bitumens, andwater-basedacryl ic bitu-mens, used toseal parapet

Waterproof for RainyWeather With most regions, especially

Gauteng, experiencing an very wet

summer contractors thoughts should

be turning to proper waterproofing of

houses under construction.

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a.b.e. cementitious slurry products are usedto waterproof basements, foundations, re-taining walls, brick walls and undergroundstructures, while the companys silane systemsare applied to prevent water penetration ofbrick and natural stone.

a.b.e Construction Chemicals, Elrene Smuts, Tel: (011)

306-9000, Email: [email protected], Website: www.

abe.co.za

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It all started in 1892 with a factory in Pretoria, and

since then the company has grown to include

operations across the country and in Botswana

and Zimbabwe. It is a reliable supplier of good

quality cement and materials into the building

sector and continues to play an important part in the

construction of the countrys infrastructure.

What strikes one when you study the history of the

company is the courageous and visionary leadership

over the years, which resulted in a number of longterm decisions that greatly beneted the company,

says Paul Stuiver, CEO of PPC.

Our longstanding customers and suppliers have been

an integral part of PPCs success. All our stakehold-

Celebrating Cement

Industrys MadalaIt was a proud day for Pretoria Portland Cement (PPC) recently when they celebrated 100 years as a listed

company on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). Over the past 118 years PPC has become a leading

cement, aggregates and lime producer that has helped to build a strong country.

PPC Chairman Professor Bheki Sibiya with CEO Paul Stuiver

ers have contributed to the company becoming a

recognised national brand and a signicant ingredient

in many of South Africas monuments and landmarks.

We are proud of these associations and relationships,

many of which date as far back as the early 1900s.

One of the reasons for our long history is the quality

of our people. It is not only those in leadership posi-

tions, but all of our people in PPC factories, depots

and ofces, as well as the communities in which we

operate.Skills On Site congratulates PPC for the vision, pas-

sion and commitment to developing our country. PPC

remains a market leader and the industry looks forward

to the next hundred years with condence.

CELEBRATION

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Sandton City is growing and improving. Aspart of this project, Sandton City salvageda number of ttings and materials, before

the demolition of the centres Rivonia Roadparkade situated on the corner of Rivonia

Road and Sandton Drive. The parkade has made wayfor the new extension of the shopping centre.

The refurbishment of Sandton City is an excitingproject, and has seen us rescue a number of reus-

Donation lights upMaAfrica Tikkun

MaAfrika Tikkun, a charity which focuses on the

care and upliftment of orphans, vulnerable children

and youth, many of whom are af fected by HIV/AIDS,

recently received a much welcome donation of 300

light fittings from Sandton City, to be used for ex-

tensions to their centres operating in Alexandra,

Diepsloot and Orange Farm Townships.

able items, such as light ttings, for donation to local

charities and community organisations, says SharonSwain, Centre Manager. We received a numberrequests for these light ttings and it was really dif -cult to make a decision who needed them the most.Our nal choice was as a result of the amazing work

that MaAfrica Tikkun does for the community. We will

make sure that any reusable items salvaged duringthis time are made available to all the charities thatapproached us.

Their dedication to go above and beyond for vulner-able children in the townships is inspiring and SandtonCity is honoured to assist MaAfrica Tikkun in this smallway, says Sharon.

It is believed that there are currently one million chil-dren in South Africa under the age of 18 years whichwere orphaned due to the HIV/AIDS pandemic. Thisgure is expected to reach over 2.5 million by 2010,

Pictured with the children, Gael Seymore, Ceo, Ma Afrika Tikkun Australia

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(From left to right) Clyde Henry, Sandton City Deputy Centre Manager; Sharon Swain, Sandton

City Centre Manager; Morris Mizrahi, Special Projects Manager MaAfrika Tikkun and Anne

Lovell, Communications Ofcer for Sandton City were present at the handover of 300 light

ttings salvaged from Sandton Citys repositioning project which were donated by the centre

to MaAfrica Tikkun.

which will lead to a big increase in child-headedhouseholds. MaAfrica Tikkuns mission is to empower

in his address and as a public institution that wasinstituted under the Skills Development Act of 1998,CETA was pleased to learn that the government hasplaced education and skills development at the cen-tre of governments policies. The Construction SETAis strategically placed to meet the training and skillsdevelopment needs of the construction sector.

We are geared up to heed PresidentZumas call for faster action andimproved State performance. Petrus

asserts that, CETA is setting measuresin place that will assist the organisationto work faster, harder and smarter tomeet the needs of the constructionsector and accelerate the turn-aroundtime of internal processes.

He reiterates that, The ConstructionSETA is willing and eager to play itsrole in the realization of a year of ac-tion and swift delivery. He maintainsthat CETA is vigorously striving to putin place measures that will make the

sentiments of President Zuma a realitywithin the construction sector.

CETA, Badumile Duma,Tel: (011) 265 5900

Ext 5937, Cell: 072 4185 412, Email: comms@

ceta.co.za

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t plans to operationalise SONA partnering withFurther Education and Training (FET) Colleges inassisting people interested inentering into this sector to do

so with ease through the aid oflearnership and skills programmes. Theorganizations quest to address skillsneeds of young people will continueand it wants to increase bursaries forstudents who are interested in study-ing construction related elds.

CETA is ready to make the con-struction sector more accessible towomen, young people, people withdisabilities and rural communities.Petrus Maoko, CETA CEO is adamantthat, CETA is prepared and able to

answer the call to accelerate skillsdevelopment within the construc-tion sector.

CETA supports the sentiments ex-pressed by President Jacob Zuma

CETAs year of ActionThe Construction Education and Training Authority(CETA) will act on comments made by President

Jacob Zuma in his state of the nation (SONA) speech

in parliament recently.

Petrus Maoka, CEO of CETA

the community and these childrenthrough education, health and socialservices.

This donation will help bring light tothe lives of those who need it most,says Morris Mizrahi, Special ProjectsManager MaAfrika Tikkun. SandtonCitys support is greatly valued.

Throughout the project emphasis willbe placed on recovering, reusing andrecycling in all possible instances, aswell as supporting and involving thelocal community whenever this canbe accomplished.

Requests can be sent to [email protected]. Requests must include

charity/non prot registration numberand a physical address. Requests willbe evaluated based on suitability andif successful in their request, charitieswill be required to arrange their owncollection for the materials from thecentre. The Sandton City complex is

owned by Liberty Group (75%) and Pareto Limited(25%). The centre is managed by Liberty Properties.

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