ON THE COVER: Part of AfriSam’s well-respected Centre of Product Excellence (CPE) in Gauteng, the specialised cement and materials laboratory plays a vital role on many fronts. Not only does it help to ensure product quality but it also contributes to the continuous innovation of solutions for customers. According to Mike McDonald, CPE Manager at AfriSam, the laboratory was recently recertified for a five-year period in terms of the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS), supported by a stringent process that requires surveillance audits every 18 months.
Numbers that matter don’t appear on any sales quotes, argues Pilot Crushtec
Sub header: While the quotation for an item of equipment reflects its upfront price, it says nothing about the history, experience, product quality and service infrastructure required to sustain optimal production levels for the customer.“Sustainable and reliable production is at the heart of any crushing operation, and this is what customers are really paying for when they purchase capital equipment,” says Francois Marais, Sales and Marketing Director at Pilot Crushtec. “For this reason, the numbers that matter are those that reflect a supply partner’s ability to help customers meet their vital deliverables.”
Construction companies must act now to reverse a global talent crisis
Sub header: Despite challenging economic headwinds, half of the construction companies surveyed anticipate they will grow headcount during the remainder of 2023, according to new research by the global accounting and business advisory organisation, BDO.
The research finds that roles in skilled fieldwork, engineering and procurement are most in demand globally across the construction industry. However, these roles are becoming less attractive to next generation talent. As a result, the construction industry is losing ground in the global war for Gen Z to industries such as financial services, technology and life sciences.
Afrimat to acquire Lafarge South Africa
Leading mid-tier mining and materials company, Afrimat, announced the acquisition of Lafarge South Africa Holdings (LSA), including all its subsidiaries, subject to the fulfilment of conditions precedent relating to the receipt of customary regulatory approvals.
LSA Group, a member of the Holcim Group, is a provider of construction materials in South Africa, offering an extensive range of products to the construction and infrastructure industry, including aggregates, concrete, cement, and fly-ash.
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