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Volume 38, Issue 4, April 2013
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Downhole drilling success - horizontal directional drilling : SASTT
Source: IMIESA 38 (2013)More LessA recent drilling project crossing under the N1 in Centurion, near the active Gautrain high speed rail, proved tricky until the right contractor for the job, armed with the right equipment, managed a breakthrough.
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Shaking up South Africa's "situation normal" - global expertise
Source: IMIESA 38, pp 52 –53 (2013)More LessColeman Tunnelling's late founding member, John Coleman, is considered to have been a pioneer of trenchless technology and was a founding member of the Pipe Jacking Association, originally established in the UK. Under his leadership the company expanded its market base over several decades, undertaking projects throughout Europe, Asia and Africa.
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Trenchless versus traditional - comparing costs : SASTT
Author Steve ApeldoornSource: IMIESA 38, pp 55 –57 (2013)More LessThis article compares costs and discusses the factors that impact a project and the environment and society that should be considered when selecting the appropriate pipeline construction methodology.
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Concrete piping for massive infrastructure project - precast product : pipes, pumps and valves
Source: IMIESA 38, pp 59 –61 (2013)More LessJust under 5 000 m of precast concrete stormwater piping is what it will take to drain Waterfall City, currently under construction and earmarked to become Midrand's new CBD.
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Pipeline power - specialist technology
Source: IMIESA 38 (2013)More LessAs economies of scale tighten within the construction industry, clients are leaning toward cutting costs wherever they can. Group Five Pipes' long-term success rate on two of its corrosion coatings - polyurethane and BituGuard - ensures the longevity of its steel pipes is increased; further contributing to sustainable infrastructure.
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Reducing costs and improving productivity - energy efficiency : pipes, pumps and valves
Source: IMIESA 38 (2013)More LessIn today's competitive economic environment, plant operators across all industries are looking for ways to minimise costs while improving productivity.
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Unlocking energy efficiency and savings - pipeline lifetime : pipes, pumps and valves
Source: IMIESA 38 (2013)More LessPlastic pipes have proven to be a cost-effective, maintenance-free and environmentally friendly product. Combine these qualities with a unique air-based system to manufacture PVC-O pipes and you have a product that could revolutionise the bulk water and distribution industry.
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Expanding its reach into Africa - local manufacturer : pipes, pumps and valves
Source: IMIESA 38 (2013)More LessFollowing a strong financial performance last year, pinch and knife gate valve manufacturer Atval is looking at consolidating its success by focusing on expansion across Africa.
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Sustainable road infrastructure - road construction
Source: IMIESA 38, pp 67 –79 (2013)More LessTaco Voogt - Technical Director - Concrete Manufacturers Association
Rocco Lehman - General Manager - Ammann Construction Machinery SA
John Onraƫt - Marketing Director - Much Asphalt
Holger Rust - Director - Terraforce
Chris Munro - Managing Director - TFM Transtech
Vikash Narsai - CEO - VNA Consulting
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Low carbon footprint concrete - green construction : products and services
Source: IMIESA 38 (2013)More LessLafarge's Low CO2 concrete, or 'green' concrete, has been developed to support contractor clients in meeting South Africa's increasingly stringent environmental protection standards, which are aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of the built environment.
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Saving the slopes - erosion control : products and services
Source: IMIESA 38, pp 83 –84 (2013)More LessTopsoil on the slopes of a landfill site alongside New England Road, Pietermaritzburg, was being eroded by rain and strong winds, resulting in blockage of surface drains at the base of the slopes.