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operators.“ One of our clients effectively paid off their certified system within five years, purely through insurance savings,” explains Spangenberg.“ That demonstrates the long-term value of investing in fully approved and integrated safety systems.”
Growth across Africa Although mining activity in South Africa remains subdued, demand across the African continent is robust. HMA South Africa has recorded strong year-on-year growth, driven by projects in power, petrochemicals and mining expansions.
One of our clients effectively paid off their certified system within five years, purely through insurance savings, demonstrating the longterm value of investing in fully approved and integrated safety systems.
Our solutions are not off-the-shelf as they are engineered to protect operations where lost production can cost millions.
“ Our focus is not only supplying equipment but educating clients on proper solutions,” says du Plessis.“ That is how we build relationships and ensure clients understand the importance of certified integration.”
Whether it is a petrochemical facility, a power plant, heavy industrial or a mining operation, HMA South Africa’ s approach is based on reliability. By leveraging international brands and local expertise, the company ensures African industries have access to world-class fire and gas suppression technologies and solutions that protect not only assets, but also productivity and safety. •
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