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• Client referrals
• Participation in and product displays at
exhibitions.
For CMA membership purposes, precast concrete
is defined as a concrete product cast in a re-usable
mould or form, cured in a controlled environment,
transported to site and lifted into position. There are
five membership categories: producer; non-producer;
associate; contractor; and cement producers.
Membership is granted on the basis of the following:
• Production takes place in a purpose-built
manufacturing facility
• A quality assurance system is in place
• Occupational, health and safety (OHS)
procedures are in use
• Technical and engineering competence
• Financial stability
• Environmental compliance.
advantage to all concerned i.e. specifiers, industry
professionals, and of course, the end-user.
“Our other challenge is to nurture and encourage
technical skills and innovation in the manufacture
and application of precast concrete industry - to the
benefit of all.” For further information contact CMA
director, Wally Armstrong (below) on +2711-8056742 or email [email protected] AD
The CMA’s promotional activities target architects,
engineers, developers, contractors and property
owners and the pooled knowledge and expertise of its
members fosters an environment which encourages
the development of innovative, environmentally and
community-friendly products.
The CMA has published numerous manuals, brochures
and audio visuals on the practical application of
precast concrete and this material is available to
members at a nominal charge. It also runs refresher
courses and holds seminars to introduce new
technology and methodology, often featuring overseas
experts.
Over the past 15 years the CMA has virtually rewritten, amended or upgraded nearly all South
Africa’s national standards on precast concrete.
These standards focus on both the manufacture and
application of precast concrete. The preparation
of new and the revision of existing standards is
undertaken in collaboration with bodies such as The
South African Bureau of Standards and Agrément
South Africa. The Association is currently working
with the SABS on the revision of four national
standards.
Armstrong, says the main challenge facing the CMA
is to convince professionals and specifiers that the
products and systems it advocates are of considerable
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