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FITTING THOUGHT 1
‘ Tis almost the season to be jolly !
We must try and be positive despite the negativity surrounding us in the country .
Load shedding has almost become a normal part of life , government is not governing , and we face the horrible spectrum of a political scrap in December when a certain political party holds its elective conference .
Notwithstanding this as the plumbing industry we press on ensuring the people of the country remain safe and healthy in spite of declining water standards , unqualified people doing plumbing and non-compliance .
Our maintenance plumbers may not always have a jolly time with them being called up for emergencies so do the best you can – we service the country .
This issue discusses diversity which is essential for this country and especially in the workplace . There are enough difficulties around without people not working together and appreciating the strengths and weaknesses of each other .
The thermostatic valve is discussed in detail , emphasising again our responsibility to the safety of people .
Uwe Putlitz talks on the retention and financing aspect of contracts – another reason for reading the contract in depth .
Vollie Brink notes that the engineering sector ’ s move , as a result of Covid , to home base is going to increase but warns that whatever the qualification the engineer holds he or she must work within those parameters .
We review the Rustenburg Plumbing travelling Exhibition which was successful and a better acceptance of the travelling concept . Pleasing to note the gratitude shown by visitors of this concept allowing more to experience compliant plumbing .
Our features are the whole aspect of ventilation , especially the vent pipe which can easily be the problem when we focus on the drain . The message is simple – look at the big picture .
Our local manufacturing focus this issue is on Plastinternational who specialise in plumbing products and speciality products .
IAPMO reinforces the compliance and product testing and certification aspects of plumbing products and systems . It shows the need to continually be updating such standards to keep abreast of technology .
Our CPD questionnaire continues earning those who do it some points .
Our Women in Plumbing series continues , and it is good to see an increase of women entering the plumbing trade . Equally important is the view that they return to their homes spreading the word of what real plumbing is about .
Our Tell us why series has taken off well and this issue provides a different and valued perspective of plumbing with some interesting stories to share .
Patrick Gordon ’ s valve contribution is a repeat of September where the printer ’ s gremlin played havoc and we lost a paragraph of important words . Apologies and thanks for pointing this out .
Enjoy the read and as this is the last of the monthly issues , we bid everyone a blessed and peaceful holiday period , be safe and those driving , be careful – the idiots on the roads never take a break .
The 2023 Annual directory serves as the December issue which you will receive in January . PA
Rory
Rory Macnamara , Editor Email : rory @ interactmedia . co . za
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November 2022 Volume 28 I Number 9 www . plumbingafrica . co . za