rubber surfacing

03 May 2021

The magic of zinc in corrosion control

By Staff Writer

By Simon Norton, International Zinc Association, Africa Desk Zinc is truly a magic metal that few people and few engineers appreciate for its multitude of applications and versatility. For us in the corrosion world, where we seek to extend the life of atmospherically-exposed steel, zinc is best-known in terms of corrosion control. Yet how many...

03 Oct 2019

Safer playgrounds in PE

By Staff Writer

According to the Children’s Safety Network, falls account for more than 75 percent of all playground-related injuries. Fortunately for the children in rural communities surrounding Port Elizabeth, this safety concern is being addressed with the implementation of the Permanent Unitary Rubber (PUR) surfacing at six public parks. Hein de Villiers, from SoftFall Africa (Pty) Ltd)...