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11 Apr 2016

Retail in African set to grow

A newly released report by PwC shows that although Africa is a challenge for business, retailers have reason to be optimistic. Africa’s economy has seen modest growth in the wake of falling commodity prices, slowing revenues and volatile currencies. The moderation in growth impacts a range of industries and sectors, including retail and consumer products...
11 Apr 2016

Black and Decker in search for a DIY Guru

Entries for the second Black and Decker DIY Guru Search, in collaboration with Grand Designs Live, are now open. As the headline sponsor of Grand Designs Live this year, Black and Decker encourages the uptake of DIY in line with the show’s theme of ‘Responsible Living’. Prospective DIY Gurus are encouraged to fashion their projects...
17 Mar 2016

Lasher hands over cheque for anti-poaching

In February, Lasher Tools handed over another cheque to South African National Parks (SANParks) and SANParks Honorary Rangers (HR’s), for R332 158 from the sales of the Big Five tools.  This cheque pushes Lasher’s total contribution to R1 743 738. The initiative has been in operation for the past three years and Lasher Tools have set a...
17 Mar 2016

A new all ‘green’ home for Vermont Sales

The new Vermont Sales premises incorporate a unique green element included into the three storey 5 500m2 complex, which is 40% larger than the previous building. The brand new Vermont Sales head office, designed and built to particular specifications is a mere hundred metres from their previous head office. It has three floors to accommodate...
17 Mar 2016

a.b.e. and CFL join forces to fast-track seamless concrete flooring

Concrete Laser Flooring (CLF), specialists in the construction of joint free concrete floors, has, in conjunction with a.b.e. Construction Chemicals, introduced a new innovative spreader machine to meet the growing demand for harder, flatter, and more abrasion-resistant concrete surfaces.
17 Mar 2016

Tracking concrete lorries

The use of GPS tracking devices to assist readymix concrete suppliers has been hailed by many to be an effective way to improve the efficiency of a fleet, however some disagree. Johan van Wyk of the Southern Africa Readymix Association (Sarma) suggests that some might feel that tracking vehicles with GPS is not worthwhile because...
17 Mar 2016

Readymix usage keeps rising

In recent years the use of readymix concrete on large scale building and construction sites has grown to more than 50% and the trend is continuing.
17 Mar 2016

Hobby mania

South Africa’s favourite craft and hobby exhibition took place from March 3-6 at the Ticketpro Dome, Northgate and as always had some exciting new ideas to offer visitors. Many exhibitors showcased an array of hobbies, products and crafts at this year’s Hobb
23 Feb 2016

Tough as nails

Abracon, a hardware manufacturer and supplier, has embraced the current economic situation by producing exciting new product possibilities.
23 Feb 2016

New rubberised waterproofing now available in easy-to-use spray can

Late last year, a.b.e. Construction Chemicals launched super laykold spray & seal in all Builders Warehouse, Builders Express and Builders Trade Depot stores.

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