Construction World May 2016

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CONSTRUCTION DISPUTE RESOLUTION Disputes are best resolved by experienced professionals.

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ENGINEERING A NEW FUTURE A new name, but the same business fundamentals.

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COMPANY’S SECOND GREEN BUILDING 5-Star Green Star SA Office v1 Design rating for Aurecon.

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ON THE COVER

In today’s construction equipment market, after- sales service has reached critical importance. Leading the field in this vital aspect is Kemach JCB, distributors of JCB equipment in South Africa. The aftermarket adds value for customers as correct maintenance enhances the residual value of a machine and eradicates down- time. Kemach JCB says it builds strong customer relationships.

FIRST CALL FOR ENTRIES Best Projects 2016 will reward excellence in construction.

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UNLOCKING AFRICA’S BUILT ENVIRON- MENT Pan-African perspective given at RICS convention in Sandton.

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BUILDING CONFIDENCE AT THREE-YEAR LOW The FNB/BER Build- ing Confidence at lowest since 2013.

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ADHESIVES FOR MOSAIC INSTALLA- TION Some 6 000 m 2 mosaics were installed at Innes Chambers.

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RELOCATING A CANAL A section of the G80 canal and infrastructure was relocated in a sensitive area.

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A LIGHT STEEL FRAME SHOWPIECE A new LSFB house showcases versatility of green building method.

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BRUMA LAKE BRIDGE GETS FACELIFT A landmark in Johannesburg was given a much needed overhaul.

REGULARS

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Marketplace

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HME FILLING STATION AT SISHEN A challenging project at Kumba was recently undertaken.

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Environment & Sustainability

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Property

FORMING IN A DOUBLE STAR SYSTEM A one-of-a-kind cast-in place structure is underway in Munich.

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Project and Contracts

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Project Profile

QUALITY AND INNOVATION HAMM has been focusing on compaction for 138 years.

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Equipment

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Products and Services

CONSTRUCTION WORLD MAY 2016