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THIS WEEK ON
Monday, 22 August, 2011
   
 
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Ed's Note

The building industry has, of late been focusing a lot of time and attention to sustainable building methods, expansion into Africa and the matter of sub-standard materials used by contractors, despite regulatory bodies in place and their specifications being very clear.

We thought to let you know that BuildMind is in the process of finalising the development of the new and improved site, which we refer to as BuildMind 3.0. This exciting new platform will enable members to tag key words in their profile to get the newest and most relevant information streamed directly to your webtop. Its also super easy to use and looks great.

Please take a minute to update your profile and fill any information that is missing. We will be posting updates in the weeks to come and also useful tips in taking your BuildMind experience to the next level.

That’s it from me for now – please mail me with your suggestions, I really love feedback!

See you on-site!

Claire

Past weeks’ events

12th International Housing & Home Warranty Conference

Green Building Council of South Africa Convention and Exhibition - CT

NOSHCON, the largest SHEQ conference and exhibition in SA

Design in Hospitality (DiH) conference and exhibition

Building our Future: Congress 2011 Announced

New Members on Mygenius

Richard Miller
General Manager at Loft Ladders

Johan Maree
Director at MVA Bricks

Craig de Necker
Managing Director at the Friendly Plant

Sicelo Hlophe
Managing Director at Lutsiba

Herman Van Straaten
Owner of Starcrow

Nicholas Khumalo
Builder at Mzilikazi Construction

Ridhwaan Limbada
Head Design an Project Manager at Paz Contractors

Motsumi Matshedisho
Director at Motsogapele Building Services

Harry Mirels
Managing member at Interglobal products

Paulette Murison
From Saint-Gobain
 
 

Mygenius news over the past week


Weather not to blame for inferior roofing

South Africa experiences a significant number of failing roofs each year, the result of substandard materials being used and shoddy workmanship, the Southern African Institute of Steel Construction (SAISC) reports. Weather is not to blame for inferior roofing.Read more »

Green Building Council SA Awards Points for Composite

After weeks of careful consideration and debate the Green Building Council South Africa deemed wood plastic composite eligible for Green Star SA points. The Green Building Council SA uses its Green Star Rating System to objectively assess a building project based on its impact on the environment.
Read more »

Solar energy for farmers

The country’s first mini-solar park has been completed near Groblershoop. It will provide electricity to grape farmer Stephan van Zyl. The announcement came within days of the South African government announcing the start of the procurement process for renewable energy generation.Read more »

SA construction firms look to Africa for growth

To counteract the weak local market, SA based construction firms are looking to Africa to export their services and expertise, credit insurer Coface SA said on Wednesday. Brian Peterson, industry analyst at Coface SA pointed out that the construction industry was one of the hardest hit industries during the recession. Read more »

Enter the BuildMind Excellence Awards – Get your name in lights

BuildMind would like to reward those who strive for excellence in their field. We are looking for your case studies of your best projects – from start to finish.

We will profile these projects on the homepage and also accredit your company as an example of setting superior standards in the industry.

All these projects will be judged and BuildMind will name the best project in our recognition programme called the “BuildMind Excellence Award” which will make you a leader in your field.

Closing date for entries is 21 October 2011.

Start a debate and get new information

Are you looking for answers to your building questions or do you want to talk about industry issues? That’s what the BuildMind community can help you with.

Start your own voting poll or post discussion topics by clicking the links on your homepage and get talking to your colleagues about issues that matter.  

Not only will you get great insights into what people like you are doing and thinking, but you will be able to grow your business with the expertise you will gain.

If you get stuck, just mail me and I will help you set them up.