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KOLOMELA MINE 
Predictive Safety is managing three fatigue systems across South Africa, one of which is the Kolomela iron-ore mine, in the Northern Cape

Fatigue management prevents accidents, enhances output

13th May 2016

Fatigue has to be managed throughout a mine to ensure everyone is functioning at their peak, especially when working under the hazardous conditions prevalent in the industry, to achieve optimal... 


HEALTH MATTERS Having mineworkers’ health checked on site could save employers and employees time and money

Check employee health, avoid implications

13th May 2016

Occupational health medicals of mineworkers are taking place frequently enough in South Africa, affirms occupational health service Working Knowledge International (WKI). 


MINING POWER SUPPLY
A power failure at an underground mine could lead to mineworkers becoming stranded

Constant power supply crucial to mine safety

13th May 2016

Fluctuating power supply or complete failure thereof at a mine, interrupting mining process, could result in dangerous consequences, emphasises power generation equipment designer and manufacturer... 


PONDS
The algae treatment system uses the existing ponds

CSIR successfully purifies sewage using algae

22nd April 2016

The algae treatment project implemented by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) during the course of 2015 in the town of Motetema, in the Elias Motsoaledi municipality is fully... 


TREATMENT PLANT
The impact of a draught on the sewerage system is still being researched

Excessive water restrictions impact on sewage treatment systems

22nd April 2016

Extreme and prolonged water restrictions could have a negative impact on the sewage treatment system if it is not managed properly says the Water Research Commission (WRC). 


ELECTROFUSION WELDING
The electrofusion welding uses a smaller machine and requires less time to weld

Electrofusion welding suitable for high-pressure sewerage system pipes

22nd April 2016

Plastic pipe specialists Marley Pipe Systems has throughout 2015 and in 2016 supplied high-density polyethylene (HDPE) Megatuff pipes that are suitable for electrofusion in sewage system upgrades... 


GREEN BUILDING
Success of green technologies depends on all parties being well informed about their application and benefits

Educated consultants, surveyors are key in green initiatives

1st April 2016

Cost consultants and quantity surveyors can play a pivotal role in helping new building projects and decision-makers to make green building decisions during construction, says University of... 


RESIDENTIAL ENERGY SAVING Responsibility of saving energy should be shared by consumers and suppliers

Green techniques, energy management reduce energy demand

1st April 2016

Correct energy management and using green building techniques can decrease the demand for energy by 30%, says the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA). 


RUSTED FACADE  Rusted steel facade can easily be melted down and allows for a greener approach

PPS building achieves high green rating

1st April 2016

Financial services company Professional Provident Society (PPS) has been awarded the five-star Green Star SA rating for Phase 1 of its Centurion Square office development - one of the highest... 


ALISON GROVES
Using green building techniques can increase creativity and productivity

Policy implementation yields green awareness

1st April 2016

Green building consulting company WSP ∣ Parsons Brinkerhoff, Africa (WSP) believes that green building awareness is likely to increase this year, owing to the implementation of Gauteng Vision 2055. 


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