Construction World July 2015

PROJECTS AND CONTRACTS

AfriSam has increased its readymix supply capacity to cater for an increased customer demand for concrete in the burgeoning Sandton/Midrand/Centurion corridor.

In a major capital investment AfriSam recently commissioned what is deemed to be their single largest stationary readymix plant in operation in South Africa, at beginning of April, at its Jukskei operation. This is also considered to be one of the largest plants supplied by Liebherr SA into southern Africa, with a rated capacity of between 120 m 3 and 130 m 3 per hour. Selection of a wet batch plant for this operation has offered a number of advan- tages to AfriSam and its customers, including greater control of the consistency of the concrete due to improved slump control. Furthermore, the design and configuration of this plant allows concrete to be delivered at a high output, without compromising on the quality of the mix. Apart from this ability to consistently produce high quality concrete to a selected mix formula, from an environmental perspec- tive the selection of a wet batch plant is a desirable option and falls in line with

AfriSam’s responsible stance on environ- mental stewardship. Designed and manufac- tured in Europe, the fully automated state-of- the-art readymix plant is fully supported by Liebherr in South Africa, ensuring consistent reliability in terms of its operation. Exceptional customer service remains a primary focus for AfriSam and the company constantly reviews current demand for the resourcing of its truck fleets. In another example of customer-centricity, apart from standard concrete, the company caters to the specific requirements of individual contract compliance specifications, leveraging its project technical capability and plant effi- ciencies for their design and supply. AfriSam has a very interactive relationship with both its customers and the industry in general.

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Exceptional customer service remains a primary focus for AfriSam and the company constantly reviews current demand for the resourcing of its truck fleets.

CONSTRUCTION WORLD JULY 2015