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CONSTRUCTION WORLD
JANUARY
2017
4 Software frees quantity surveyors to add value
Embracing new technology will make QSs flourish.
6 More arbitrations and adjudications in SA
Arbitrations and adjudications are on the rise in the
construction industry.
9 Engineer of the Year
2016 SAICE-SAFCEC Civil Engineering Awards’
major winner.
10 March 2017 opening on track
Springs Mall at Blue Crane Eco Park will open on
16 March 2017.
13 Century City Square achieves Green Star rating
4-Star Green Stars for Rabie Property Group’s R1-billion
development.
ON THE COVER
CONTENTS
Makita’s HM1812 is a powerhouse with the highest 72,8
joules in its class and Anti-Vibration Technology producing
the lowest vibration – 6,5 m/s
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(30 kg electronic breaker
information correct as of the launch in 2015).
Makita’s ongoing research and development continues to
produce new and exciting innovative tools in both its corded
and cordless range, making Makita one of the global leaders
in the power tool industry. See their Back to Business specials
running until the end of February 2017 on pages 16 and 17.
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Marketplace
Property
Environment and Sustainability
Projects and Contracts
Project Profile
Equipment
Products and Services
REGULARS
14 Prieska solar PV plant earns praise
Project completed on schedule, on budget and has
grid code compliance.
18 New desalination plant in Richards Bay
A R74-million desalination plant in Richards
Bay, KwaZulu-Natal.
19 Zip Zap’s dream soon a reality
Design and constructing a permanent home for
circus school.
22 A brick and mortar tribute to culture
Affies addition cognisent of the school’s history.
22 Renewing Randburg Square
A new vibrant urban living option in the heart
of Randburg.
24 Making Chapman’s Peak Drive safer
Penny Farthing was the contractor for the repairs
and additional stabilisation works.
30 New Kasane International terminal building
operational
Final stage overall upgrade, to be completed by mid-2017.
32 Teamwork key to Kyalami racetrack upgrade
First motor racing facility in Africa to be certified
as a Grade 2 track.
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