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ContentsCleaning Equipment4 A Clean Sweep

7 Ideal for Maintenance

Racking and Shelving9 Working Flat Out

Palletising13 Three Options

Market Forum Unit17 Market Forum

Cover Story21 Expanding Across Southern Africa

Trucking23 Promise of Stronger 2010 Truck

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Software25 Credit Card Protection?27 A Viable Option

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or this reason, Ricky Bodmer, MD, andAlex Theodoridis National Sales Manager

at Goscor Cleaning Equipment, both em-phasise the importance of doing a site

survey before recommending a cleaning systemor products for a particular warehouse. Letsface it, the numbers for this type of machinery

are higher than for a simple vacuum cleaner,says Ricky, referring to pricing.

The survey is imperative to provide the rightinformation such as the type of dirt (size, volume,density) to be cleaned. The survey wi ll also reveal

information pertaining to the floor type, coveragefrequency, and time constraints from a produc-

tivity perspective, power source, maintenancerequirements and environmental impact.

AClean SweepAlthough a good old Hoover may get the job done when

cleaning an office or small retail outlet, keeping a

warehouse dirt-free takes a little more elbow grease. Issues

such as floor types, gradient, safety requirements, square me-

terage, dirt type and hazardous materials all impact the type

of cleaning protocols used.

All these factors need to be considered to ensurethe correct machine is selected for the job. Our

8300 series sweeper/scrubbers used by ShopriteDC have racked up 20 000 hours over seven yearsof use, a testament to their impressive reliability.

Ultimately, the size of the facility does not nec-essarily determine the size of the machine. Thisis set by the frequency and standard of cleaning

required within the environment.

On the floorWhile Goscors products are used in a wide rangeof commercial and industrial applications, Alex

admits they have enjoyed high market share inthe warehousing sector, with companies such asSpar, Supergroup, DHL, Shoprite/Checkers and

Woolworths using their equipment. Pick n Payjust ordered R1,8 million worth of equipment forthe Perishables section in one of their centres,

he tells us, raising the issue of specialised equip-ment for specific areas.

Not every machine can handle every environ-ment, Ricky continues. Freezer units, which are

prone to ice build-up due to condensation, needspecial attention since operating in temperatures

around the -30C mark can pose challenges. Apartfrom trouble running machinery, the cleaningsolutions literally freeze before they can be used.Some clients will try to get around the problem

by shovelling the ice off the floors, but end updamaging the surface.

Dust bustersThe real trick to a clean environment is not merely

sweeping dirt from one area to another, butactually removing it entirely. A filtered vacuumsystem is necessary if you want to control dust

properly, says Alex. The dust controlled systemwill ensure that .03 of micron is contained within

the machine and the air that passes through thesystem is clean and dust free, obviates the needfor cleaning dust of f products later, which is es-

sentially a double handling of dirt.

The company has a number of cleaning productsthat achieve this with considerable efficiency, a

couple of which are new on the market. Ourcyclone rotates the air and dust through the

system, changing the direction and the airflow.70% of the dust is re-directed back to the hopperreducing the amount of dust accumulating on the

canister filter, Ricky continues. Its an industry

first in terms of sweepers and its stood up tosome pretty heavy trials. We just tested it in a

cement plant and it was very successful.

Combination stationThe team is also particularly proud of its new

Its an industry first in terms of sweepers and its stood

up to some pretty heavy trials

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M20/M30 combination sweeper/scrubber. We

basically reinvented the sweeper/scrubber, saysAlex. Sweeper / Scrubber are two machines boltedtogether on chassis to perform as one operational

machine. The technology has improved wherebythe two independent components have been

replaced by one system to give it both wet anddry vacuum capabilities in one action.

It can handle any situation, from shopping centres

to car parks to power stations. Its particularlyuseful in bottling plants, for instance, where an

accident may involve broken glass and liquidsthat need to be cleaned up. Before youd needto clean twice; now the operation is handled in

one step, saving time and fuel.

Green cleaning

While these new products are impressive in theirown right, two new developments in the companysstable will have further reaching impact, since

they can be attached to any other product in therange for added efficiency. Our Echo cleaning

system is going to make waves in the cleaningindustry, says Alex. Echo is technology covertnormal tap water into a powerful cleaning de-

tergent. Water and oxygen and fused togetherand then passes through a water cell chargingthe water positively and negatively to create an

effective cleaning agent.

Within 45 seconds, the charge dissipates, leaving

dirt and chemical-free water to be removed im-mediately. The system literally allows dirty waterto be washed down the drain, provided the dirt

removed is safe, which raises another issue.

OverlookedAlthough theres a lot of attentiongiven to the chemicals used in cleaning

products, very often the type of mate-rial being removed is overlooked, hecontinues. Obviously hazardous waste

gets special treatment, but peoplesometimes disregard the fact that

theyre pouring oils and chemicals intoour water system when they disposeof dirty water after cleaning the floor

of an industrial facility.

Currently available as a hand-sprayer,

the unit is currently available as an add-on to other cleaning equipment, allow-ing it to operate either with chemicals

or without. The pair admit that whileit isnt cheap the saving in cleaningfluids make it a cost-effective option.

The water has a sanitising quality, andeliminates bacteria, mould and fungus,

making it useful in areas where foodhygiene is vital. The hand-held unit isparticularly useful in restaurants and

at check-out tills to clean surfaces,says Ricky.

Getting fastAlso available as an addition to existing machines

is the Fast system. Its a 2.2 litre box that fitsonto machines to deliver a predetermined chemi-

cal solution in foam form, which is more effectivein removing dirt, says Alex.

Since it uses precise amounts of cleaning fluids,its far more efficient in terms of chemical use.

Many employees utilise the glug glug methodwhen measuring cleaning liquids: they simply pour

Admit that while it isnt cheap the saving in cleaning

fluids make it a cost-effective option

Alex Theodoridis, National Sales

ManagerRicky Bodmer, MD, Goscor Cleaning

Equipment

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Many employees utilise the glug glug

method when measuring cleaning liquid

fluids into the machine from 25 litre drums,

paying little attention to dilution ratios.

Very often its not necessary to use large

amounts of chemicals to clean properly,he informs us. A correctly planned cleaningroutine isnt just about washing regularly with

litres of cleaning fluid. In some instances,a thorough chemical clean should befollowed by a series of scrubbing or

sweeping jobs to remove residue.Build-up of cleaning products can

actually trap dirt and exacerbatethe problem.

Getting it rightRicky adds that its also important to use the

right product for a particular application. Takeperishables, for example, he explains. If a bag

of sugar breaks and is not immediately sweptup, the sugar will be repeatedly driven over byforklifts until it hardens and cant be removed

with ordinary cleaners. It has to be dissolvedwith an emulsifier first.

Alex chuckles at the mention of materials han-

dlinge q u i p -

m e n t .Whe r e ve r

theres a forklift,

were behind it, cleaning, helaughs. However, just as the content

of a warehouse will determine the power supplyused for forklifts, so it affects the power source

of our machinery, since some emissions arehazardous to foodstuffs.

The variables involved in setting up a cleaning

programme are as numerous and diverse as thecountless applications you might encounter in thecommercial world. Which is why establishing a

thorough site survey is such an important aspectof getting it right.

Alex Theodoridis, Goscor Cleaning Equipment, Tel. 011

230 2600, Fax. 011 393 1310, email. [email protected],

www.goscorcleaning.co.za

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3M Building & CommercialServices (B&CS) Product

Manager Guinevere McLeodsays that while their Scotch-

Brite Brush N Mop is a highly

niched product, it is expected to bewell-received by contract cleaningcompanies, facilities management

operations and even in-house clean-ing services in large corporations.

When used on a floor like a basketball court orother soft flooring, the product will give a refur-

bished appearance. Brush N Mop is a specialisedfloor pad which is placed on a single rotary discmachine and generates both a scrubbing and a

cleaning effect in one - hence the brush and moptitle. The backing of the pad is also designedfor optimal adhesion to the machine, ensuring

effectiveness.

Unlike anything currently available in the floor-

cleaning arena, 3Ms Brush N Mop is used in

daily maintenance on delicate and uneven floors,including rubber, ceramic and porous flooring

materials.

Fewer passesIts ideal for maintenance, explains Guinevere,and reduces cleaning time as it requires fewerpasses than a regular cleaner pad to get the same

cleaning effect.

A further advantage is that the cleaning surface

of the pad is made from synthetic polyester fibreswith bristles that act as micro-brushes to clean

uneven floors and get into grooves. In testing theproduct at its own premises, the CSIR in CapeTown was extremely pleased with the results af ter

cleaning its porous ceramic floor, she says.

NeutralThe key feature for users is the two-in-one con-

cept which reduces labour while still producinga high quality finish. Brush N Mop is effective

when using just plain water, she says. A neutraldetergent may be used, but there is no need forharsh cleaning solutions which can damage certain

flooring materials or create a build-up.

3M says the pads can be washed at 60 degrees

Celsius and will still perform at optimum levels.The company understands the importance ofcost savings on both materials and labour right

now in the contract cleaning market. Products likethis give our customers the competitive edge,

adds Guinevere

With customers who operate in areas like facili-ties management, food services, the hospitality

industry and hospitals, 3M continues to bringinnovative products to market that facilitate the

highest hygiene standards.

Slim designWhats more, 3Ms Ultraclean Mat is currentlybeing launched and will be another tool in thehygiene arsenal of these industries. The mat

comes in four sizes and two different colours blue and white - and is placed at the entrance

to hygiene-sensitive areas such as hospital wards,operating theatres, pharmaceutical laboratoriesand vehicle body shops, where bacteria and dirt

can create huge problems, she notes.

The Ultraclean Mat comprises an adhesive backing

layer and 40 adhesive sheets in a slim design thatcan fit across an entrance way, but still allow thedoor to open and close over it. The adhesive on

the mat removes dirt from the bottom of shoesor trolley wheels. The mat contains antimicrobialparticles that kill or inhibit the growth of micro-

organisms such as bacteria and fungi, as well ashelping to destroy viruses.

Dust-freeEach Ultraclean Mat has 40 adhesive layers that

will last according to the traffic flow in the area.Once a layer is used, it can be torn off to exposea new layer. The layers are numbered for quality

control and to allow customers to reorder beforeall the sheets are finished, Guinevere adds.

The mats antimicrobial properties make theproduct ideal for the healthcare industry, as wellas food and beverage facilities, where hygiene

is of the utmost importance. In industries wheredust can create costly problems like vehiclebody shops having particles stick to the mat

rather than being swept into the air can affectthe quality of work produced.

3M South Africa, Russell Tandy, Tel: (011) 867-7763, Email:

[email protected]

Ideal for MaintenanceA premium quality floor

maintenance pad is ideal

for cleaning uneven and

fragile floors, across a broad

range of industries, making

some surfaces coming up

refurbished instead of just

clean.

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warehouse facilities are taking a smaller footprintwhile offering the same storage space. Theyredoing this by growing upwards. This means higher

racking with more sophisticated equipment formaterials handling. When equipped with extralength masts, reach forks and solid polyurethane

wheels, many of these can weigh more than astandard forklift, putting additional

point load stresses on the floor.

Raising the roofOur work takes two forms, explainsPeter. Firstly we work on new instal -lations using laser screed flooring ma-

chines calibrated to achieve excellentlevels and flatness. We had a boom inthis type of work a couple of years ago

when there was a big move to buildnew distribution centres in the FMCG

sector. We did floors for Pick n Pay,Shoprite/Checkers, Woolworths and a

string of others.

Our other focus is on remedial work,where were seeing an upsurge lately.

Here were doing a lot of repair andmaintenance work on existing floors to

accommodate higher racking. In manyinstances, facilities require an upgrade

but its not possible to move premisesor expand outwards. Raising the roofand fixing the floor is the easiest optionand the best way to get more out of your

existing infrastructure, he adds.

Take detoursAccording to both Peter and Mike, dam-age to floors is principally seen around

joints in the concrete. These damagedjoints will affect the tyres of forklifts,resulting in slower operation as drivers

reduce speed or take detours. Damage

to goods is also a side effect as forkliftaccidents result in dropped products.

We advise clients that repairing a flooris actually an investment in productivity

optimisation, says Peter.

However, when Supply Chain Today

speaks to Peter Norton, Director, andMike Stanley, Sales Manager at Con-

crete Laser Flooring (CLF), safe forkliftoperation is not their only concern. Floors take ahammering at the best of times, says Peter. With

industrial space becoming increasingly scarce,

Uneven in terms of millimetres

at base level can equate to

teetering reach trucks 16

metres up

Working Flat outIn the world of the distribution warehouse, the floor is king. With racking soaring countless metres into

the air, a floor which is uneven in terms of millimetres at base level can equate to teetering reach

trucks 16 metres up.

Joint failure can lead to load tippage and product loss

Bad joints can also lead to wheel damage on forklifts

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not cheap, sensitive electronic equipment such as

barcode scanners and on-board computers alsotakes a knock due to constant jarring, he tellsus. While this equipment is built to be robust, its

working lifespan can be compromisedby unnecessary impact.

Floors are also subjected to abuse fromcowboy forklift operators, who mayoften move pallets by simply shoving

them along the floor. These palletscan do a lot of damage to joint areas,

warns Peter. In other instances, smallobjects such as screws, etc, may be lefton the floor and are repeatedly driven

over by forklifts, inflicting even furtherinjury. We offer basic training on howto keep floors clear during operation to

avoid this. We also offer maintenancecontracts in which we repair floors on

a continual basis to keep them in topcondition.

Human elementMost importantly, the danger to humanlife can be minimised by ensuring a

smooth work surface for equipmentto operate on. We did an installationfor Telkom where theyd upgraded to

Exposed aggregate can be repaired with ABS410

Taking a knockAt this point, Mike interjects, making reference to

materials handling equipment. Apart from wheelbearings, sensors and tyres, which are certainly


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CLFs Roadware concrete mender can have cracks lled within ten

minutes

high-racking with 13 metre man-up

forklifts, Dave says. The machineryis completely automated, running on anunderfloor wire guidance system. It was

imperative that the floor be superflatand free of any type of obstruction to

avoid danger of the equipment top-pling over.

Peter explains that the project required

injection grouting to stabilise rockingjoints along with the addition of a su-

perflat screed over the entire surface.Many of our projects involve repair ofnew floors that dont make the grade,

he says.

Builders are installing floors that may

have been acceptable 20 years ago,but now theyre not good enough. Thepressure of the construction boom also

took its toll, with floors being laid quicklyand without proper care. There arenta lot of specialists in th is industry, he

adds. Were often called in by engineersto advise on technical details.

Right startWe believe that its best to get it right

from the start. If your roof leaks, oryour aircon packs up, its possible torepair these without too much impact


Concrete Laser Floorings system ensures superat oors for maximum warehouse efciency

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The joint repaired and ready for work

A damaged joint in need of repair

on your operations. However, fixing a floor can

literally bring work to a halt, Peter warns.

Fortunately CLFs system is fast and relatively

unintrusive. We can fix a floor in ten minutesand dust emissions are exceptionally low. Ourequipment and materials can also be used in

temperatures as low as -32C, so freezers dontneed to be switched off in order for us to makerepairs. In fact, were often called in to level

freezer floors on which ice has built up.

According to Peter, the real beauty of the serv ice

offering is that we are a one-stop shop for theirclients. The service idea is simple, but effective.As all good ideas are, he smiles in conclusion.

Peter Norton, Concrete Laser Flooring, Tel. 011 323 2700,

Fax.0 11 823 2103, email. [email protected],

www.concretefooring.co.za

Builders are installing floors that may

have been acceptable 20 years ago, but

now theyre not good enough


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There are basically three methods of pal-

letizing a carton. These include columnstacking, brick stacking and half columnor half-brick stacking. Each has its own

set of considerations to bear in mind.

Column stackingUsing the column stacking method, the cartons

are placed directly on top of each other. Eachlayer of successive cartons is placed squarely ontop of the carton below. The advantage of thismethod is compression strength. A pallet that has

been built in this way ensures that the weightof the cartons above are transferred directly to

the load bearing area of the carton below it - thecorners.

The disadvantage of this method is that columnsof cartons may lean once the pallet has been

Three OptionsIn many cases, a corrugated carton that has been correctly

designed and specified for a particular product can fail at the

palletisation stage if incorrect methods are used.

finished or while it is being transported.

Brick stackingUsing the brick stacking method, each successivelayer of cartons is swung around, allowing the

cartons to bind together. The advantage of brickstacking is that when the pallet is finished, theload is stable and does not have a tendency to

open outwards.

The disadvantage is that the compression strength

of the cartons is reduced by as much as 40%.The reason for this is that the weight of the car-

ton above pushes into a non-load bearing areaof the carton below, causing this carton to bulgeor even collapse under the weight.

Brick stacking cannot be used where the cartonfeatures stacking tabs and other such elements.

They will be damaged by the brick stacking processand not function correctly. Additionally, cartonsthat have stacking tabs are designed specifically

to be column stacked. The stacking tabs are usedto increase the stability of the pallet load.

Half and halfBoth colum and brick stacking have advantages

and disadvantages. However, it is possible tocombine the two methods onone pallet into a half-column/

half-brick style.

By column stacking the bottomlayers of the pallet (normally

at least the bottom half of thepallet) it is possible to maximise

the compression strength ofthe cartons at the base of thepallet - where the most weight

is focused.

By brick stacking the top layers

of the pallet (normally the tophalf) you increase the overallstability of the pallet. The ratio

of column- or brick-stackedcartons can be altered accordingto the specific demands of the

product. Normally a good placeto start is with a half/half split

in the pallet.

This method cannot be used

where the carton features stack-ing tabs and other such features.

They will be damaged by thebrick stacking process and notfunction correctly.

Increasing effectivenessDepending on the specific ap-

Normally a good place to start is with a half/half split in

the pallet

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plication of the car ton, it is possible to make use

of a number of pallet stability devices to increasethe overall effectiveness of the pallet load. If you

are experiencing palletisation problems there are

various products to increase the pallet stability.

Angle boards are stiffened strips of paper or plastic

that are placed on the edges of the pallet. Usingstrapping (normally nylon-based strapping), youcan tighten the nylon strapping around the pal-

let. The strapping has the effect of pulling thepallet-load together, forming a solid block. Theangle boards are used to stop the nylon strapping

from cutting into, or damaging, the corrugatedcartons and their contents.

Securing stripsSecuring strips are pieces of corrugated board

or reinforced paper that are placed between thelayers of a pallet. These securing strips can onlybe used where a carton has stacking tabs as part

of the design. The securing strip has cut-outs thatlocate exactly over the stacking tabs of the carton,according to a specific pallet pattern layout.

These strips or sheets have the effect of pullingthe layers of cartons together at strategic points

in the pallet thereby increasing the overall stabil-ity of the carton.

Most types of shrink-wrap plastic have a higherslip-coefficient than that of corrugated board.

This means that two pieces of plastic are lesslikely to slip off each other than two pieces ofcorrugated board, making it more difficult for the

cartons to slip off the pallet. Be careful, though,about specific environmental considerations, suchas cartons intended for export. Many countries

do not accept plastic easily. Also, shrink-wrap-ping of cartons requires heat tunnels, which are

expensive.

Binding togetherMany different products are available for stretchwrapping a pallet. Essentially, you are wrappingthe pallet load in a stretchable plastic shroud,

which has the effect of binding the pallet together.These products are expensive as well as beingan environmental concern. Consider using angle

boards and nylon strapping first its generallycheaper.

There are a number of products available suchas pressure-sensitive glues that can be appliedto the top of a carton. When another carton is

placed on top of the carton with glue on it, theglue is activated, bonding the cartons together.

There are specialised types of glue available withdifferent strength characteristics, but the mostimportant feature of these glues is that they

have high shear strength (sideways) and a lowbonding strength (lifting the carton upwards).These glues always require an applicator of some

sort, which can cost tens of thousands of Rand.So glue generally more suitable for high speed

There are various products to increase

the pallet stability

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changes occur rapidly, the carton will be forced

to adjust rapidly, normally with negative effects

on its overall performance.

Into waterImagine a carton that has been in a cold storage

facility for a number of weeks at temperaturesbelow zero, and a relative humidity of about 95%.It is then moved out of the cold room, for load-

ing. However, as it reaches the loading dock, thetemperature outside the cold room is in excessof 30 Celsius and a relative humidity of 35%.

The carton is lef t on the loading dock for an hour,because it is lunchtime. By the time the loaders

The transition between different environments is also

critical to the performance of a corrugated carton

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return to load the carton into the refrigerated

truck, the carton will be sopping wet. The rapidtransition from a cold high humidity environmentto a warm, dry one causes the carton to rapidly

release moisture trapped inside the wood fibres.This moisture is released so quickly that it con-

denses on the side of the carton, turning intowater. As this happens, the water breaks apartthe bond between the wood fibres, causing the

paper to disintegrate. The carton fails.

Number of factorsWhy is it so important to understand the effectsof moisture, humidity and temperature on cor-rugated cartons? Very simply, these factors will

have an impact on practically every corrugatedcarton at some point in its lifecycle.

The rate of strength reduction is influenced by anumber of factors including: type of paper usedfor liners and fluting; the speed of changes in

environmental conditions; the contents of thecarton; the structural design of the carton; the

location of the carton in a pallet load; the stack-ing pattern used; and any coatings or additivesthat may have been added to the carton during

manufacture.

Mondi Packaging, Website: http://www.mpsa.co.za/techni-

cal/advice.htm

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Market ForumAny type or

sizeThe lightweight Mo-

bicon system has a33 tonne lift capacityand is able to carry

any type or size ISOspecified container,without the need

for modificationsor additional liftingequipment. The low

centre of gravity ofthis system enhances

stability, preventing itfrom rolling over.

The container is liftedfrom the bottom,which allows the

operator to easilyhandle flat beds,tank containers, half

heights, over heightsand curtain sidedcontainers. The two tower design provides the flexibility to

be able to operate on slightly sloping or uneven sur faces,as well as compacted gravel yards, bitumen or standard

lightweight concrete.

The simple design of the low maintenance Mobicon unit

includes an economical 60 hp diesel engine, coupledto a hydrostatic drive system, for reduced fuel costs.Consumption is 5 litres an hour compared to 22 l/hr for

other machines.

Enhanced safety has also been criti-

cal in the design of this machine.The operator now has a clear viewof the working area and does not

have to travel with a container 3metres in the air, as with conven-tional systems. Instead of staff

having to work at a trailer heightof 1,5 metres, they are now able to

work safely at ground level.

Clinton van den Berg, Big Lift Trucks, Tel:

(031) 274 -8270, Email: clinton@biglift.

co.za, Web: www.biglifttrucks.com

The new Mobicon container handler from Big Lift Trucks weighs 12 tonnes unloaded. This load is evenly spread across

eight wheels, which means the wheel loadings are less than six tonnes when carrying a 30 tonne container. This makes

the Mobicon a light and safe solution for container handling in warehouses

The new oor design

which does away with

the need for the existing

subframe cross

members

and heavy duty rear bumper sections.

Herkie Britz, Vectors National Transport Manager, ap-

proached Serco to review design options to increase payload.Gert van Rooyen, General Manager of Serco Cape says,

We introduced a new floor design, which does away with

the need for the existing subframe cross members therebyoffering a substantial weight saving. This new design is

now in the process of being made the new standard acrossSercos three manufacturing sites.

Freezing out the oppositionVector Logistics, has ordered 32

refrigerated truck bodies fromSercos Cape Town branch in amulti-million rand deal.

The huge order involves 12 and 16-palletrefrigerated bodies with single side doors

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The truck bodies will also contain Sercos unique new

high strength aluminium floor. The process involves alu-minium floor sheeting which is bonded onto the floor usinga vacuum process to ensure a strong and even adhesion

to the composite floor construction, Gert continues.

Herkie Brits, National Transport manager for Vector Lo-

gistics, said his company has done business with Sercofor many years. Serco provides high quality, long-lastingproducts, and the people there are good folk who give us

excellent service.

Serco, Clinton Holcroft, Tel: (031) 508-1000

Market Forum

Bulk warehouseIt was a case of local is lekker when Transnet PortTerminals (TPT) chose local heavy machinery manufac-turer, Desmond Equipment SA, to supply a R1.1 million

front-end loader for the Agriport terminal in Durban. TheDezzi 2300 articulated f ront end loader with 5m bucket

was delivered to the terminal recently, and will be usedat Agriports new 80 000 tonne bulk warehouse.

The new warehouse will be used for the storage of soya

meal, most of which enters the country via Durban.

Ernest Bell, Commercial Specialist in TPTs Procurement

Department, said the suppliers delivery within tightdeadlines bore testament to the capacity of local manufac-

turers. Our technical managers have already visited themanufacturing plant on two separate occasions and have

Pictured onboard the new Dezzi 2300 front end loader: (Left to right): Sipho Dube, Fleet Manager of TPTs Agriport; Harry Dickinson, Project Manager

for TPT; Ron Stroebel of Desmond Equipment SA; Robert Teale of TPT, Ernest Bell of TPT and Desmond Gutzeit of Desmond Equipment SA

confirmed that the standard and quality of the equipment

satisfactorily meets Transnets standards, says Ernst.

Robert Teale, Project Manager at TPT, says the estab-

lishment of the bulk warehouse formed part of severalinvestments aimed at realising capacity and generatingnew business at the Agriport terminal.

These include the establishment of bio-directional conveyorroutes enabling TPT to load and offload at the same berth,

extension of the rail structure, and investment in a newpneumatic ship unloader to offload wheat.

Transnet Port Terminals, Lunga Ngcobo, Email: Lunga.ngcobo@

transnet.net

Local installationEM Shelving Storage Solutions with their 20 years expe-rience in the racking field have supplied, delivered andinstalled another drive-in racking project to International

standards.

Drive-in racking can utilise up to 80% of the available floor

space and 75% of the volume, taking into considerationairflow and the aisle space for loading.

This system is still the most cost effective storage systemavailable for bulk storage and E.M Shelving Storage Solu-

tions have further developed and perfected this system tointernational standards.

This installation of 800 pallet positions of drive-in rack-

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Market Foruming with catwalks after every 2nd

lane, allows the client to access thelanes for stock counting purposes. Dueto the fact that the client wanted to

store various types of fruits per lane,it was imperative to install catwalk

levels for manual stock-taking to beperformed.

This installation, standing an impressive

8100mm high consisting of 4 blockseach 3 levels high, was installed ac-

cording to SEMA Regulations withina month of the material arriving onsite.

The structure contains built in laddersin the frame to allow the staff to climb

to the next level, floor guide rails, rowentry pillar protectors, formed railsto guide pallets into position, top

tiae beams, top and back bracing asstandard.

EM Shelving, Tel: (021) 386-2151, Fax: (021)

386-2526, Email: [email protected] or

[email protected], www.emshelving.

co.za

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LAUNCH OF A NEW ENTITY, A NEW START

See http://www.cips.org/southernafrica/conference/

or email [email protected]

or telephone ProVision Marketing +27 (0)827 787649 (08.00 17.00)

CIPS Pan-African Conferenceand Awards Dinner 2010Kick off - playing the procurement game

19/20-21 April 2010

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At the same time, its parent company,the Nissan Diesel Motor Company Ltd

in Japan, will be renamed as the UDTrucks Corporation. As the UD Truck

Corporation, the company will also remain partof the worlds second biggest trucking group.

Locally, the new name and brand campaign will

peak during the last quarter of 2010, whereafterthe dealer network roll-out will be completedwithin a period of eight months.

We believe that evolving from Nissan Diesel intoUD Trucks provides the company with a clear

vision and dedicated path going into the future- matching customer business insight with ourglobal expertise, says Johan Richards, chief

executive of Nissan Diesel South Africa.

Fully evolveThe company currently has more than 50 deal-ers and service agents in Southern Africa, witha dedicated manufacturing facility situated at

The new UD 300WF which was recently released to the South African market

COVER STORY

Expanding Across

Southern AfricaNissan Diesel South Africa, one of the leading truck manu-

facturers in the country, will change its name to UD Trucks

Southern Africa later this year.

Take responsibility for the companys activities in the

entire Southern African region

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As a result, the company remains committed to

provide products and serv ices that are not only ofworld-class standards, but are also appropriatelysuitable to the local environment and operating

conditions.

Twenty countriesAs the country s top truck exporter, Nissan Dieselwill also continue to develop its footprint in the

Southern African market wherever fleets canbenefit from its efficient design, state-of-the arttechnology, quality assembly and dependable

support.

As part of a new strategy adopted by the Nissan

Diesel Motor Corporation in Japan, NDSA willfrom now on take responsibility for the companysactivities in the entire Southern African region - a

total of 20 countries, says Johan. We stronglybelieve that there are a number of untapped op-portunities to provide quality products and services

to transport fleets across the region, especiallyin countries like Nigeria and Angola.

Same StandardNDSA already has dealers in the SAF Economic

Zone which includes Botswana, Lesotho, Ma-lawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Zambiaand Zimbabwe.

We dont believe in merely dumping sub-stan-dard products and services in Africa. We are in

the process of establishing dealerships all acrossthe region who all have to adhere to the samestringent quality requirements we have here in

South Africa. As a result, we areable to deliver the same quality

services and products to our cus-tomers, no matter where they are,states Johan.

UD Financial Services

launchedNDSA has also announced the launchof UD Financial Services as part of

a joint venture with Wesbank, in an

effort to enhance customers accessto vehicle finance.

UD Financial Services will offer arange of products and services to

customers as part of their aim toprovide a complete and convenientservice throughout a vehicles lifes-

pan, which includes sales, vehiclefinancing, fleet planning, training,parts and service support.

These vehicle financing productsinclude instalment sales, financial

and operating leases, financialrentals as well as full maintenance

agreements.

For more information, visit www.nissand-

iesel.co.za

their head office in Rosslyn, Pretoria. Part of

the companys vision will continue to focus onUltimate Dependabil ity: a message that has overtime become part of the companys DNA and

the way our customers relate to our servicesand products.

Johan continues by saing that the brand changenow allows the company to evolve fully as aleading and dedicated trucking company, after

the companys separation from the Nissan pas-senger operation in 2002.

The brand UD Trucks will also be a symbol ofthis process and will distinguish us from our

competitors in all aspects of the business. Andour trucks will continue to carry the well-knownUD topmark, albeit in a more dynamic and modern

guise, Johan adds.

Building partnerships with customersExtensive research by Nissan Diesel has revealedthat customers are increasingly looking for a

truck provider that can be a true professionalpartner. The company is therefore committed tocontinue building closer professional relation-

ships with their customers to offer dependabletransport solutions.

Nissan Diesel South Africa has always adoptedan evolutionary rather than a revolutionary ap-proach in their dealings with their customers.

COVER STORY

We dont believe in merely dumping sub-standard

products and services in Africa

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Says Man Truck and Bus (SA) CEO Thomas

Hemmerich, While the TGS WWW lookssimilar to the earlier TG models, under-neath the body it is a completely new

truck. Changes to the engine and drivetrain haveresulted in an even higher reliability factor.

Surviving the downturnWhile the global economic crisis plunged the

global truck industry into its worst crisis in years,severely punishing Man and its rivals, in SouthernAfrica the market has remained relatively buoy-

ant, compared with Europe and the other partsof the world.

In 2009, Man acquired 25 +1 share of Sinotruk,

the market leader in heavy truck manufacture.Thomas explains that the main reason for the

25 +1 purchase, which gives Man a veto right

South African fleet owners can look forward to August 2010,

when Man Truck and Bus (SA) will introduce the TGS WWW

truck to the South African market.

in major decision-making on the supervisory or

advisory board, is because the company broughtMan technology into this deal. As part of thisdeal, Man licensed its TGA truck engine, chassis

and axle technologies to Sinotruk.

In 2010, various measures are being taken to

ensure the company operates at a moderate profit.In 2009, Man SE divested itself of its majorityshareholding in Man Ferrostaal. Since then, the

company has focused on building its two majorbusiness areas, Commercial Vehicles and Power

Engineering.

The Workshop business also showed an improve-

ment over 2008. Thomas comments, The eco-nomic engine is still running here in South Africadespite 2009, which has been described as the

worst year for business in the past century.

The Spare Parts business also performed well.

Thomas Hemmerich

Promise of

Stronger2010TruckSales

In January, we almost doubled our sales figures

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TRUCKING

Says Thomas, You can build the best truck on

the road but without the right backing and sparepart support, it will not be able to continue toperform.

Those are the big markets where you can really put

volume in

Exciting startIn 2010, the year has kicked off with truck sales

that are very excit ing, says Thomas. In January,we almost doubled our sales figures, and in terms

of market share in the extra heavy segment, weincreased our position from No 5 by the end of2009 to No 2 in February 2010. This is a most

exciting time with sales in January being upabout 100%. In February, Man Truck andBus (SA) sold almost 200 units.

Thomas is confident that Man Truck andBus (SA) will increase its business in 2010

compared with 2009 by 20% to 30%.

In 2009, we launched the MAN CLA truck,

manufactured by our joint venture with ManForce Trucks in India, in all the right hand

drive countries in Africa. At the beginningof this year, we achieved homologation inAmerica, in Germany, and in Egypt thoseare the big markets where you can really put

volume in so sales have been excel lent sofar, and we expect to sell three times more

than last year, concludes Thomas.

MAN Truck & Bus South Africa, Tel.: (011) 928-6800,

Fax: (011) 974-3241, Email: [email protected]

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Unless the merchant gets the customer to sign the credit

card voucher, they have no leg to stand on

Credit Card Protection?Companies who offer their products online, with

credit card payment facilities have little or no

protection from the banks. This is according to

Buy247 sales director, Wayne Behrmann.

SOFTWARE

Buy247 has invested significantly in pro-viding a wide range of high tech, secure

payment facilities on its online shoppingwebsite to ensure that its customers are

protected from credit card fraud. However, it

seems that even with all these security measures,there are fraudsters breaking the system, and

the banks are playing a culpable role in thesetransactions. Buy247 is a bricks and mortarcompany that has over 15 years experience in

the IT industry.

They have an extensive distribution network thatcan deliver orders throughout South Africa on a24hour/48 hour basis. Their warehouses and

distribution hubs aresituated in Johan-

nesburg, Durbanand Cape Town.

Assumed to be correctA recent transaction with American Express hasshown that even when an online merchant triesto mitigate all risks, the transaction can still bereversed if a cardholder disputes the purchase.

An online merchant has no way of validating

customers personal details without conducting

lengthy detailed credi t checks that result in longdelays. The information given by the customer isassumed to be correct, but ultimately the mer-

chant relies almost entirely on the credit cardpayment technology.

We use an M-Web payment technology calledSafeshop. This payment gateway gives us real-time credit card authorisation with 3D secure

encryption, says Wayne. This process is ex-actly the same as a traditional retail credit cardtransaction, with the only difference being that

the actual card is not presented. The customer isalso not seen by us until we receive an approved

Safeshop credit card transaction.

Risk profileIt also provides us with a customer risk profile. Ifit is shows a high risk rating, we do not expeditethe transaction without further security checks.

However, we cannot prevent a fraudulent trans-action from happening if the card holder fails toreport their card stolen. This is when we have

charge back issues with the various banks.

American Express is of opinion that, unless the

merchant gets the customer to sign the creditcard voucher, they have no leg to stand on. An

online merchant has no way of doing this andtherefore is 100 percent reliant on the cardholderbeing legitimate and honest.

Eliminate fraudThis policy seems to fly in the face of global

online banking policy. Most banks will honour alltransactions that are approved by a site that uses3D Secure technology. Furthermore, most banks

have really dragged their heels on the issuing ofthe new Smart Credit cards, with 4-digit pin code

validation that will totally eliminate fraudulentcredit card transactions, says Wayne.

Wayne says this will really make a

difference to both online traders andcustomers alike. But until such time,

online merchants will always be poten-tially liable for fraudulent online transactions.

As a result, Buy247 has decided to withdraw

American Express from its store until there is achange of policy. It is a shame as Amex is uni-versally accepted. Due to the low profit margins

on our products, we cannot afford to risk losingany money through fraudulent transactions, he

concludes.

Buy247, Alisha Lennox, Tel: (011) 723-7573, Email:

[email protected], www.buy247.co.za

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SOFTWARE

He says rigid business management solutions force

people to abandon their creativity, and ultimatelyresult in poor user adoption, frustration, and lostbusiness opportunities. After hearing customers

describe such limitations, we made a commit-ment to place people, and their ability to add

value, at the centre of solution design.

This approach better positions organisationsto meet the challenges of a fast-changing

world. It is designed to help people, anorganisations most agile and creative asset,

to achieve maximum productivity.

Easy to useMake business management solutions aseasy to use as mass market products. Thedesign elements in Microsoft Dynamics

solutions have a similar look and feelto those used in other Microsoft applications

such as Microsoft Office 2007 and Windows Vista,

which capitalises on the knowledge of mill ions ofconsumers who already know how to use these

products, he explains.

He says their solution that is accessib le and rel-evant to a variety of people and can contributesignificantly to business success. Although the

usability of a business management solution is onlyone aspect of productivity, it is critical becauseit can constrain or magnify all other productivity

benefits of the solution.

Separate spreadsheetsA 2007 Forrester Research report concluded thatpoorly designed user interfaces can profoundly

affect the bottom line. The expenses associatedwith a bad UI, over the course of the applicationslifetime, may end up being many times the cost

of the application itself.

Jaco says the negative impact of low usability can

include increased training times, a lack of useradoption, and a decrease in workplace produc-tivity. When people dont use the ERP system,

mission-critical processes can be compromisedbecause there is no access to or enforcement of

standard operations and best practices. Further-more, individuals often track pertinent businessinformation using separate spreadsheets because

using a centralised system is too complex andtime-consuming.

Empower your people with a business manage-ment solution that places them at the crux ofbusiness operations and frees them to exercise

the creativity, agility, and collaboration that candrive success, he urges in conclusion.

Strategix Business Solutions (Pty) Ltd, Jaco Stoltz, Tel:

(011) 805-1023, Email: [email protected]

Jaco Stoltz

Using separate spreadsheets because

using a centralised system is too

complex and time-consuming

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His biggest fear? That

the two millionseparate compo-nents installed in

the Apollo 11 space craftwere manufactured by thelowest bidder! Armstrong

obviously had gatheredprevious experience of low-

est cost not equating tobest value!

Hardest hitToday, more than 40 yearslater, mankind continues

to regularly encounter anddebate the topic of lowest costand value for money so neatly

highlighted by Neil Armstrongssimple retort. The current interna-

tional downturn and credit crunch

is prompting new pre-occupationwith low cost, and manufacturers

and suppliers have become morecost conscious at all levels withintheir organisations.

There is an impact on the logis-tics industry. Logistics, sitting

at the end of the supply chain,is invariably hardest hit when itcomes to cost cutting, despite the

fact that logistics in many casescontributes less than 10% of

the total cost in the manu-

facturing and supply chain.Come what may, its

status as a costfocus point seemspermanent.

The answer is noWe have asked ourselves: Is there value in beingthe cheapest transport contractor? says Andr

Jansen van Vuuren of Cargo Carriers Ouranswer is no and we drive the added-

value proposition much harder thancutting costs for our customers. Byadding value, we reduce cost. The

result is that our customers stay withus for very long periods, primarilybecause they appreciate the value

and benefits that we invariably bringto their businesses.

Such value derives frombackward integrationwithin our customers

supply chains and CargoCarriers commitment

to delivering a veryhigh service level at alltimes, without fail!

In support of this wehave implemented a

branch best practicesystem within allour contracts that

focuses on eachcustomer and thespecific needs of that

customer.

Non negotiableThe results, whencompared with in-

ternational standards,show significant im-

provements. The com-

parison against the totalacceptable levels of service

and complaints in, for ex-ample, the chemical industr y,shows improvement by leaps

and bounds.

Exceptional service levels,

however, come at a cost andwe regard this cost as a non-negotiable issue. Our focus on

improving and increasing ourlevels of service has differenti-ated us from our competitors and

this, together with our innovativeapproach to the supply chain of

each customer, is the foundationstone of our competitive edge,Andr adds.

ResourcesCargo Carriers subscribes to the

POOGI (process of on going improve-ment) approach as detailed within

the concepts of the Theory of

Its NotAll

About PriceThe first man to set foot on the Moon, Neil

Armstrong, was asked what he had feared

most before get ting into the Apollo 11 space

capsule. It was not the fact that that he was

sitting atop one million litres of highly flam-

mable rocket fuel; nor was it because he

was going where no man hadbeen before.

LOGISTICS

Andr Jansen van Vuuren, Divisional Director: Marketing

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As consumers demand for sustainable busi-

ness practice gains momentum, the global

focus on sustainable development is rapidly

increasing.

In these changing times, sustainability re-porting is rapidly gaining credence. Equally

important, however, is understanding thelegislation around it.

According to Etienne Swanepoel, corporate and

commercial law specialist and par tner at Webber

Wentzel Attorneys, determining the legal require-ments applicable to sustainability reporting is amechanical process. The first question to ask iswhether the company in question is listed. Dif-

ferent provisions apply to listed companies andunlisted companies.

Intricate and complexLegislation around sustainability reporting isrelatively intricate and complex, says Swane-

poel. Broadly speaking, there are three sets oflegal requirements. These are: the JSE Listings

Requirements, the Companies Act, and the KingIII Report. The latter replaced the current King

Report on 1 March 2010.

Etienne adds: The JSE Listings Requirementsstipulate that, in order for a company to become

listed, amongst other things it needs to complywith the Companies Act. In turn, the CompaniesAct requires that companies prepare annual fi-

nancial statements in compliance with generallyaccepted accounting practices.

The JSE Listings Requirements further state that,in order to be listed, companies must be alignedwith the current King Report, unti l the third ver-

sion takes effect.

From Etiennes explanation it is clear that com-pliance requires an integrated approach to all

three sets of requirements. In addition, the KingReport is supported by additional guidelines, suchas the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and the

Institute of Directors Practice Notes.

Slow processGraham Terry, of the SAICA (SA Institute of Char-

tered Accountants) and author of the recentlypublished book Green, why corporate leaders

need to embrace sustainability to ensure futureprofitability, says the King III Report is specifi-

cally aimed at corporate governance and highlightsthe concepts of integrated sustainability as well

as social transformation.

This leads to a strong focus on the effects that

businesses have on society and the environment.There is also a strong emphasis on sustainabilityreporting. South African companies are starting

to realise its importance, but its a slow process.When it comes to legislation around sustainabilityreporting, it is becoming abundantly clear that

the King III Report may have a substantial impacton the way businesses are managed and a clearunderstanding of the Code is a necessity.

Fair share of riskAccording to Etienne, there are two models forcorporate governance. The first model is a Comply

or Else approach to legislation, as followed in theUnited States. With this model, non-compliancemay have legal consequences. In South Africa, and

most other countries, a Comply or Explain modelis applied. This means that, while guidelines such

as King III exist, it is not law and if businessescan give a valid explanation for not complying,they cannot be held legally responsible. He notes,

however, that the JSE Listings Requirements arecurrently under review.

Etienne says that non-compliance (apart from pos-sible breaches of the JSE Listings Requirementsin the case of listed companies) does hold its fair

share of risk as companies might very well endup with egg on their faces if they choose to ignorethese guidelines not only from their peers, but

from the consumer as well. He adds that legalregulation in this area is certain to increase in the

future apart from the obvious moral and businessimperatives to do so sooner.

Go green or go homeA public that is increasingly well-informed ongreen issues will increasingly demand businesses

Comply or Explain

GREEN

Graham Terry

Etienne Swanepoel

Comply or Else approach to legislation, as followed inthe United States. In South Africa, and most other

countries, a Comply or Explain model is applied

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This prestigious award recognisespeople, projects and products

that have gone above andbeyond the call of duty to

enhance the environment in whichthey operate.

The inaugural awards in 2009enjoyed a wonderful response

from the supply chain communityand everything is on track to makethis years event one of the indus-trys most prestigious accolades.

Come and see who walks awaywith the coveted trophies and

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Entries for this years event close inJune and the awards ceremony isbeing planned for 26 August 2010.

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As both these standards are referred toin legislation, they are required reading

for all involved in transporting danger-ous goods. The publication of the latest

editions of SANS 10228 and SANS 10229-1

is therefore important news for all involved inthis field.

Daleen Fourie, the dangerous goods specialistresponsible for these standards, commented onthe key changes as follows:

What are the key changes that have been

introduced to the latest editions of SANS

10228 and SANS 10229-1?To align with the revised UN Model Regulations,

about 30 new entries were added to the danger-ous goods list in SANS 10228. A number of the

entries deal with fuel cell cartridges containedin equipment, and those dangerous goods thatcontain water-reactive substances, corrosive

substances, liquefied flammable gases and hy-drogen in metal hydride. Provision for ethanoland petrol mixtures containing more than 10 %

ethanol has also been made in the list.

ThirtyNewEntriesSANS 10228, The identification and classification of dangerous goods for transport forms the basis of all dan-

gerous goods standards. Because this classification standard also determines how dangerous goods are to be

packaged, SANS 10229-1, Packaging and large packaging for road and rail transport. Part 1: Packaging has

also been revised.

A new clause on Excepted Quantities has beenintroduced to SANS 10229-1. The term is ap-

plicable to dangerous goods of certain classes,except articles, that are packed in quantitiesranging from 1 mL or 1 g to 30 mL or 30 g in

inner packaging and outer packaging rangingfrom 300 g to 1 kg. A special mark has been

assigned that should be depicted on packages ofdangerous goods in excepted quantities intendedfor transport.

Consequently, a new column has been addedto the dangerous goods list in SANS 10228,

indicating the quantities allowed for each entryin the list by means of alphanumeric codes E0to E5, Daleen concludes.

SABS, Tel: (012) 428-6883, Fax: (012) 428-6928, Email:

[email protected]. The standard can also be downloaded

from www.sabs.co.za/index.php?page=standardspurchase

on entry of a credit card number. Elmarie Steyn, Tel: (012)

428-6777, Fax: (012) 428-6869, Email:[email protected], Chris Meyer, Standards Communicator, SABS, Tel:

(012) 428-6732, Fax: (012) 428-6869, Email meyercm@

sabs.co.za

STANDARDS

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Market Forum

Auto logisticsFollowing the award of new contracts for logistics servicesfor BMW in Germany, South Africa and Japan, Kuehne+ Nagel has now also been selected as their logistics

partner at the modern production site in Leipzig. As of

January 2010, Kuehne + Nagel assumed responsibilityfor the entire supply chain for final assembly of BMWautomotive products.

At the site, which comprises 44 000 sqm of warehousing

and handling space, Kuehne + Nagel will manage the

Changes are afoot at Goscor as Neil Wilson has been

appointed CEO and Francois Otto is group financialmanager of the Goscor group of companies. AntonBothma has been appointed MD of Goscor PowerProducts.

UPS South Africa is pleased to announce the recent

appointment of Jasen Smallbone as the companyscountry sales manager.

With over 10 years experience in the industry andvarious achievements for excellence and performance,there is no doubt that Jasen will be an asset to the

UPS team.

Jasen says, I am excited to join forces with one of

the worlds leading logistics brands and I look forwardto not only sharing my knowledge and skills with the

UPS team, but also to expanding my understandingof the logistics industry as a whole.

My goal for the coming year is to maintain the growth

UPS South Africa has enjoyed so far. At the sametime, I will also endeavour to continue our focus on

investment within the sales force, thereby ensuring thatwe remain our clients first choice, he concludes.

On the Move

Anton Bothma

Francois OttoNeil Wilson

Jasen Smallbone

entire range of logistics operations to support production,

including receiving, storage, sequencing, set-building and

production line delivery.

In addition, Kuehne + Nagel will be responsible for thesupply and return of empty containers and for the execu-tion of pre-assembly operations, and will cooperate with

the automobile manufacturer in various supply concepts,

Continues to advanceImperial Logistics is delighted to announce its improvedlevel four (4) Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment

(B-BBEE) rating received from the Nera Verification Agency

in December 2009. IMPERIAL Logistics also qualifies as aValue-adding Supplier offering its customers an enhancedProcurement Recognition Level of 125%.

We continue to be committed to our B-BBEE journey.

Significant transformation has taken place since we startedthe process in 2007, says Marius Swanepoel, CEO Imperial

Logistics. Wefocus stronglyon Emp lo y -

ment Equityand PreferentialProcurement,

while we arepassionate to

continuouslyimprove SkillsDevelopment

within the or-ganisation.

In 2007, Im-perial Logis-tics gained

a B-BBEER e c o g n i -tion status

of level five(5) with a

100% Pro-c u r e m e n tRecognition

level. This wasimproved upon in 2008 with an enhanced sta tus four (4)rating and a 125% Procurement Recognition. During 2009

serious efforts were directed at improving the HumanCapital and Preferential Procurement elements, as the

company strongly believes in developing EntrepreneurialLeaders.

Imperial Logistics, Abrie de Swardt, Tel: (011) 821-5500, Email:

[email protected]

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such as Kanban and supermarket models.

During a three-month implementation phase, a dedicatedteam of automotive logistics experts from Kuehne + Nagel

are supporting BMW in process planning, value creationflow analyses and improvement initiatives in close col-laboration with the customer in order to ensure a smooth

transition.

We are currently working for BMW at ten locations in

five countries, says Jens Wollesen, member of the Man-agement Board of Kuehne + Nagel Germany. We arevery pleased to have now also been entrusted with this

challenging logistics project at the Leipzig site, one ofthe worlds most modern automobile production facilities.This is a further highlight in the successful development

of our automotive-related activities.

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Email: [email protected]

Flow of goodsManhattan Associates announced in February that theFoschini Group, has deployed Manhattan Associates

Warehouse Management solution (WMS) at two adjacentdistribution centres (DCs) in Cape Town. Manhattan andlocal partner Supply Chain Junction collaborated on

the project to provide Foschini with an order fulfilmentplatform.

Foschini plans to roll-out the Manhattan solution across

the remaining two distribution centres, also in Cape Town,in the coming months. These additional DCs compriseanother 17 000 square metres of warehousing space. Col-

lectively, the four warehouses serve 14 trading divisionsand 1500 stores across South Africas nine provinces aswell as neighbouring countries Namibia, Botswana and

Swaziland.

Explains Jan Tukker, group logistics director, Foschini, We

reduced volumes for the switch-over to the new system

in case we needed to iron out any problems - but therewerent any and within five days we were shipping greater

volumes of goods than before.

Supply Chain Junction, Tel: (021) 426-1703, Fax: 086-617-6525,

Email: [email protected], www.scjunction.co.za

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