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INSIGHT • • • • • • • Major material suppliers to the light steel frame building industry; Other material suppliers to the light steel frame building industry; Manufacturers of light steel frame building systems, and light steel trusses; Designers (architects, engineers, quantity surveyors); Merchants and service centres; Erectors and builders; and Student Associate members (building authorities, educational institutions, other associations) “SASFA is a very dynamic and active force within the local LSFB market, working with a large and diverse set of partners across a wide range of industry sectors, to create access, drive innovation and stimulate demand – all the while providing a collective voice for our members. SASFA is the ‘glue’ that keeps the industry together and facilitates alignment. Simply put, if you are in the building and construction sector – or in any way related – membership of SASFA is paramount for continued success,” concludes Barnard. Association taken the Code through the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) certification process, to form the national code SANS517 for Light steel frame building. SASFA also obtained acceptance of LSFB from the South African banks for bonding of LSF houses; and acceptance from the NHBRC for enrolment. The Association has arranged awareness-raising seminars in the major centres of South Africa, involving several overseas speakers and obtained representation on the relevant SABS committees. In addition, SASFA develops and presents popular training courses for building contractors, design consultants, building inspectors and all others who have an interest in LSFB; and has drafted an accreditation scheme for LSF systems, manufacturers and builders. Three of the systems in use in South Africa have been accredited. The Association has also established a category for LSFB in the SAISC’s annual Steel Awards. The following categories of membership are available to members of industry wishing to join SASFA: The steel industry in South Africa has gone through a horrid period. But the difficulties can be overcome when joining an association. CLASSIFIEDS 52 Tel: +27 (0) 11 420 1955 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.cpha.co.za The African Mines Handbook is produced in hard copy book form and online. It is the most comprehensive database on operational mines, mine projects and exploration undertakings throughout Africa. across Africa. www.mining.co.za APRIL 2020 Promoting Capital Equipment Exports. GREAT PRINT AND ONLINE COMBO OFFER NOW AVAILABLE. Tel: +27 (0) 11 849 7388 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.saceec.com CALL BEN : +27 82 940 0701 or EMAIL [email protected] African Mining (Incorporating Mining Mirror) is a monthly publication with a strong focus on the business and operational aspects of mining in Africa. | +27 (0) 11 579 4940 | www.MTEexpos.co.za | www.africanmining.co.za Promoting the development of the plant hire industry. CONTRACTORS PLANT HIRE ASSOCIATION GET SEEN www.equipmentandhire.co.za