The growing emphasis on environmental protection and sustainability issues in the paint and coatings industry has inspired “Creating a Green Future” as theme of the Coatings for Africa (CfA) 2013 to be held at Gallagher Estate from May 21 to 23 this year. Jointly presented by the SA Paint Manufacturing Association (SAPMA) and the [...]
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Dulux Envirowash System revolutionises clean-up process
With environment responsibility and sustainability at the core of their business philosophy, it is not surprising that Dulux South Africa is continually developing new ways to reduce the environmental impact of its wide range of coating products. Through its own Dulux EnviroWash System, Dulux enables the trade to ensure that paint clean-up is done [...]
International experts on sustainability arriving soon in SA
The 2012 Green Building Council of South Africa Master Classes, Convention and Exhibition are set to take place at the Waterfront and the CTICC from the 23rd to the 25th of October. Several top international experts on sustainability are scheduled to start arriving in the country for the week of activity where they will be [...]
Impressively simple
With a variety of possible combinations, the Geberit Monolith range extends to include the bidet. Geberit, as a pioneer and world leader, is well known for its water-saving, advanced plumbing and sanitary technologies. Founded in 1874, Geberit has built a reputation for sustainability, innovation, quality and reliability. Achieving stylish and harmonious design in your bathroom [...]
Lafarge donates to world’s first dedicated baby rhino orphanage
The Lafarge Group’s ethos is based on one of sustainability of its people, the planet and of national heritage, which is why the world’s leading supplier of building materials is committed to supporting Africa’s endangered species. The fact that Lafarge partners with WWF (World Wildlife Foundation) makes protecting the continent’s wildlife a worthy cause. The [...]
Clay brick sets the benchmark in sustainability
ClayBrick.org is to pursue one of the most exciting and ambitious research projects ever – an Industry Lifecycle Assessment of Masonry Walling. This mandate was given at the recent 49th Annual General Meeting of the Clay Brick Association, where the appointment of Pelelani Ngcuka as the new President, and the new Board, among other strategic [...]
Par-Ky Flooring – respecting the environment
Now available with a natural cork sound enhancing backer, Par-Ky remains the greenest floor available in South Africa. With the cork backer you sense a “solid” sound when walking on the floor. The look and feel are now comparable with a classical fully glued down solid wooden floor. Care For the Environment: With Par-Ky you [...]
SAISC Steel Future conference: Call for Papers
The Southern African Institute of Steel Construction (SAISC) has called for abstracts for its Steel Future conference, which will be held in Johannesburg on 5-6 March 2013. SAISC executive director Dr Hennie de Clercq says that the focus of the conference will be on steel as the construction material of the future. “We will [...]
Structural engineer has major role in sustainability
The role of the structural engineer will become increasingly important as the South African construction sector strives to produce more sustainable buildings in future. That is the view of Rachel Muigai, Cement & Concrete Institute (C&CI) Fellowship holder, who has completed three years of studies at UCT towards a PhD degree in concrete sustainability. [...]
Green building – sustainability shapes the future of building
The construction industry is facing a major challenge. After a significant shift in focus over the past decades towards increased energy efficiency it now faces the challenge making the leap towards sustainability. The consequences of continuing climate change are becoming ever more frequent and obvious. Melting glaciers, droughts of the kind never seen before, [...]
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