Sparks Electrical News September 2018

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KEY INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE TO BE DELIVERED AT CO-LOCATED CONFERENCES

T op industry speakers will be present at conferences taking place alongside Electra Mining Africa and hosted by leading industry associations such as the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM), the Lifting Equipment Engineering Association of South Africa (LEEASA), and Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA). SAIMM ASM Conference (10 and 11 September) ‘Fostering a regional approach to ASM transformation in sub- Saharan Africa’ is the theme of the SAIMM ASM conference, which aims to provide a platform for stakeholders in the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector that allows them to share experiences and learn from each other. Specifically, the conference seeks to expose South Africans to the successes and failures of ASM formalisation efforts in other

Lifting Equipment Conference (12 and 13 September) All players in the lifting industry will find this two day conference educational and interactive. Some of the topics that will be covered include: SAINT-NDT, mobile cranes, overhead cranes, tower cranes, lifting tackle SANS Standards, crane accidents, heavy lift projects, ECSA and LMI registration, and telehandlers. Experts in the various fields will present papers and discussion points, and answer questions during Q&A sessions. All Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) registered members will earn one CPD point per day attended. Women in Mining (12 September) Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) will host a workshop from 9 am to 1 pm at the Bateleur venue (close to Hall 9) in support of its vision to create an empowering network to inspire, support and

develop the progression of women working in the mining industry through providing access to education, skills, development, mentorship and representation. “We are thrilled to be joining forces with Electra Mining for a half day workshop again this year,” says Noleen Pauls, past chairperson of WiMSA and currently the liaison between the WiMSA committee and the patrons. “This year’s workshop is firmly aligned with providing women in the industry with tools to assist in their career progression. Our speakers come from a broad range of mines and will share their knowledge and experience with the delegates.” Bookings are essential for the SAIMM and LEEASA conferences and the WiMSA workshop. For more information and online visitor registration, visit www.electramining.co.za

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developing countries, particularly the SADC region. The conference will endeavour to explore policy and legislative changes that would optimise the current ASM legislative framework in South Africa in line with the aspirations of the AMV to deliver on the objectives of the National Development Plan. It will also look at the implications for the future mining industry in South Africa where ASM is rejected on one hand, and where ASM is encouraged and properly regulated on the other, and used as a tool of poverty alleviation. With South Africa being one of the larger mineral producing countries in the world, the conference will explore the relationship between large-scale mining (LSM) and ASM in the country, with a view to bridging the gap between the two sectors for shared socioeconomic benefits.

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CM EXCITING LINE- UP FOR ELECTRA MINING AFRICA 2018 ELECTRA MINING AFRICA is ranked as one of the largest mining shows in the world and is the biggest mining, manufacturing, electri- cal and power trade show in Southern Africa. At this year’s event there will be over 900 local and international exhibitors, extending across five halls and a marquee, as well as outside areas, that visitors can look forward to seeing. Taking place from 10-14 September at the Expo Centre in Nasrec, Johannesburg, visitors will have the opportunity to take note of latest products, services and solutions, among other attractions, that will bring value to the time they spend at the show. “There will be an exciting line-up of products and services, live demonstrations, conferences and free-to-attend seminars at this year’s Electra Mining Africa and visitors will benefit from the insight and information they gain,” says Gary Corin, Managing Director of Specialised Exhibitions Montgomery, organiser of the show. “New technologies and innovations are influencing the way we do business and it is imperative that those in the industry keep up-to-date with these trends.” MY CY CMY K

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