EDITOR’ S COLUMN
Hopeful it’ s a solid 2018
As 2018 is in full swing, there is optimism across the industry that this year will see an uptick in our economy, albeit a slow one. An upward trajectory is better than the stagnation we have seen in many sectors throughout 2017.
We have seen the strengthening and stabilisation of the rand, the mining sector is showing positive development highlighted at the Mining Indaba during February, and there is a renewed energy in the infrastructure space. All in all, we can be hopeful of a solid year while we continue to service the affordable housing market. There are also new opportunities for the sector as well as increased technology and products to support.
In this issue we look at concrete spalling on page 16 which is a good-to-know item especially due to its importance in construction. We look at some technology advances on page 27 and we also consider efficiency on page 20.
We look at bad buildings, now referred to as‘ problem properties’, on page 24. Our projects in this issue include the Matlosana social housing development on page 32 and the Urbika Urban Lifestyle Estate that offers residents a safe space that allows them to live, play, learn and grow on page 30.
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Benjamin Brits Managing editor
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