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COVER STORY
Change in plumbing industry
on its way – watch this space...
With all the challenges we face, it is exciting to be on the
receiving end of an industry changer that will positively
support you and your business.
It’s no secret that every day we are faced with the
daunting task of selecting the correct product to
use on installation and repair jobs, but how do we
know if the products we choose comply with South
African National Standards (SANS)?
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We are often bombarded with misleading information
that may land us in ‘hot water’ when it comes to
compliance, but that is all set to change. The solution
we have been waiting for is on its way, and it’s BIG!
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There are many brilliant products available from across
the world, but how do we know if they are suitable for
the job in hand, that they meet minimum requirements,
and that they can survive South African conditions?
We see great internationally approved products that
just won’t work here because of a different set of
circumstances, variables, and rules, but the converse
also applies in that some can indeed be used.
The industry is really all about product compliance to
ensure the safety of the end user. One thing is certain:
change is imminent. So, you need to ask yourself, “How
long can I get away with poor or non-compliant products?”
• What if there were an organisation that verified all
products’ quality and application?
www.plumbingafrica.co.za
What if there were a single point of reference to
compliance according to SANS?
What if there were a way to verify not only big
international brands, but also include small local
manufacturers’ products?
What if there were a way to encourage innovation
of product development?
What if you could go to a single point of reference
and find the various compliant products available
for your specific application to choose from?
What if you could know up front if the product
you have chosen is compliant, saving you time
and money?
Certainly, this would make life easier, not only
for licensed plumbers, but for professions such
as architects and engineers, and even home
owners. Knowing for sure is managing your risk
and your safety.
Under the auspices of the Institute of Plumbing
South Africa (IOPSA), the plumbing industry is
entering the next phase of industry change and
upliftment, which will be a further support to the
plumbing industry businesses, both big and small.
Watch this exciting space because change is
loading now… PA
October 2018 Volume 24 I Number 8