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DUST-A-SIDE DELIVERING SUSTAINABLE ENERGY SAVINGS TO MINES IN SOUTH AFRICA

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DUST-A-SIDE DELIVERING SUSTAINABLE ENERGY

 SAVINGS TO MINES IN SOUTH AFRICA

The Government Section 12L Energy Savings Tax Incentive has been made accessible to Dust-A-Side customers. Energy saving projects identified and submitted to SANEDI for the Section 12L Tax Incentive are as a result of Dust-A-Side’s DASMetrics haul road performance monitoring and reporting solution.

Dust-A-Side began engaging with its clients regarding the Section 12L Energy Savings Tax Incentive from the beginning of 2016.

The Section12L Tax Incentive on Energy Efficiency Savings Legislation (12L) was introduced on 1 November 2013 by government, aimed at promoting the efficient use of energy to safeguard the country’s security of supply and address environmental concerns.

On an annual basis 12L offers a tax incentive for large energy users who implement appropriate energy efficiency measures where energy performance improvement can be verified and validated by an Measurement and Verification Inspection Body. The tax deduction rate is currently 95 cents per verified kilowatt hour (kWh) of energy

saved – for the relevant year of assessment commencing on or after 1 March 2015. This opportunity to claim tax deductions applies until 1 January 2020.

Dust-A-Side has gained approval from Anglo American to implement the 12L tax incentive at 3 of its mines. ECS (registered and accredited Measurement and Verification Inspection Body) has been appointed by Anglo American to conduct the required verification and validation inspection work for the haul road energy improvement projects as conducted by DAS. The first phase of these projects is for 2016 and are currently being registered by ECS with SANEDI.

The South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI) is the organisation tasked with the responsibility of adjudicating, evaluating and supporting the Section 12L Energy Savings Tax Incentive.

Energy and Combustion Services (ECS) is an Energy and Productivity Improvement company delivering energy and emissions management solutions to large industrial and mining customers. ECS is a certified measurement and verification inspection body for energy savings accredited by SANAS and SANEDI.

DASMetrics Dust-A-Side’s Haul Road Condition Monitoring, Reporting and Workflow Management solution developed by Dust-A-Side. Through DASMetrics, Dust-A-Side is able to quantify the reduced diesel/fuel usage of all trucks and equipment on DAS roads.

DASMetrics:
· Auditing – offers a scientific auditing process ensuring
continuous improvement of Haul Road quality
· Workflow Management – allows the user to schedule,
assign and track tasks such as audits and repairs
· Monitoring & Reporting – provides unique processes
and systems to monitor and report on Haul Road
condition and performance

Key benefits:
· Fuel savings CO2 avoidance
· Productivity increase Tyre wear savings
· Water savings Dustiness reduction
· Improved safety

MGM Project Services is Dust-A-Side’s strategic partner responsible for operational consulting on project services for the 12L projects. They are responsible for increasing Dust-A-Side’s footprint, proving DASMetrics’ capabilities and leveraging 12L benefits for each mine site.

Step 1: Identifying savings per mine site through DASMetrics’ measurement and verification reports.

Step 2: Opportunity scope – Operational current state and potential projects are reviewed and identified for implementation
Step 3: These projects are reviewed by ECS who
establishes the potential 12L rebate target for each site.
Step 4: On instruction from the mine ECS registers,
implements and runs the project for the relevant tax
year.

There are five areas which are being reported on:

1. The fuel being avoided due to less rolling defect score (RDS) on a Dust-A-Side treated haul road versus an untreated haul road.

2. The emission reduction on Dust-A-Side treated haul roads due to the improvement of the haul road condition vs untreated roads.

3. The increase in production on Dust-A-Side treated haul roads due to the improvement in haul road condition
4. The reduction in tyre wear as a result of the improved haul road conditions.

5. The reduction in water use when applying the Dust-A-Side product

Step 5: ECS tracks and reviews the project
performance progress and verifies and validates the
project performance at the end of the period. This is
then submitted to SANEDI for review and granting of
the Tax Incentive Certificate.
Step 6: Opportunity scope is conducted for the coming
year which includes road extensions and additional
savings measures in order to improve on 12L benefits
for next period.

DASMetrics Value Report example, the information
below has been taken from a current DASMetrics site.
It is important to note that this extract is from a current
value report that has been validated by ECS who is an
accredited M&V Inspection Body.

 

Dust-A-Side’s effciency proposal has been introduced to
Anglo American where 7 DASMetrics systems are currently in use. The 2017 proposal for Anglo American has been
approved and these sites will run the full project in 2018
with proposed savings in mind.

Dust-A-Side is the only company in the world to offer this
benefit to its clients, with ECS being the only verification
company concerned with diesel usage in South Africa.
Verification and quantification cannot be done without
Dust-A-Side’s DASMetrics solution.

As can be seen Dust-A-Side is committed to differentiate itself from other service and product suppliers by delivering consistent and sustainable value to its customers. The inherent performance and value of Dust-A-Side haul road quality as well as the capitalisation of Government Tax Incentives are clear evidence of this.
How DASMetrics works

Monitoring is performed via visual audits. A
specialised DASMetrics handheld device is used by a
trained operator to capture road defects, these are
synchronised to a database. The data is then
integrated, transformed and analysed to produce
reports via a DASMetrics dashboard which is used by
site managers as a haul road performance
management tool

Dust-A-Side Chile cements its position as safety leaders

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DUST-A-SIDE CHILE CEMENTS ITS POSITION AS SAFETY LEADERS

 

Dust-A-Side Chile has once again reafrmed its
position as a leader in safety management. This comes
after the General Manager of Minera Los Pelambres
mine, Mauricio Larraín, recognized Dust-A-Side for its
outstanding safety performance.

The award recognises companies operating with high
exposure to accidents to people and potential damages
of equipment.

Minera Los Pelambres, controlled by Antofagasta
Minerals, Chile’s biggest and most important private
mining group dedicated to the exploitation and
production of copper, has enjoyed a safe partnership
with Dust-A-Side since 2007.

Ramón Rada, General Manager Dust-A-Side Chile
said, the accolade means a lot to them, considering
high potential risks in which they operate in.

“ Safety remains our top priority given the
circumstances of the environment we operate in. We
are committed to the principle of zero harm thus
ensuring that all our employees return home unharmed
every day”, Ramón concluded.

Dust-A-Side Chile (Safety leaders) was again in 2017 recognized as
one of the best companies in preventive management
by the Chilean Security Association (ACHS) for
maintaining an impeccable safety record of 0.0
accidents rate.

“ Safety remains our top priority given the
circumstances of the environment we operate in. We
are committed to the principle of zero harm thus
ensuring that all our employees return home unharmed
every day”  Ramón Rada concluded.

 

Dust-A-Side, Dust Suppression Experts – Safety Leaders

Dust-A-Side Chile Recognised As A Leader In Safety

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Dust Suppression Experts “Dust-A-Side” Recongnised as a leader in safety.

 

Kudos to Dust-A-Side Chile for being recognized as one of the best companies in preventive management by the Chilean Security Association (ACHS). ACHS, is a mutual insurance administrator of the Social Security Corporation Risks of Accidents and Occupational Diseases in Santiago, Chile.

The award ceremony, now in its 6th year, aims to recognise the best practices in labour relationships and safety commitment. This year a total of 128 small and medium-sized companies were evaluated and only 20 reached the nal stretch, complying with the standard and requirements of the FCVE and the Chilean University Council.

Dust-A-Side Chile, Dust Suppression Experts was recognized as the 2017 safety leader of the FCVE, for maintaining an impeccable safety record with a 0.0 accidents rate in its eight years of operation in mining and two years in forest industry in the Medium Enterprise category.

Ramón Rada, General Manager – Dust-A-Side Chile said, “since its inception in 2009, the company has implemented innovative practices and powerful initiatives to build excellent labour relations where respect for people is key to building a relationship of collaboration, trust and teamwork”.

“The cornerstone of our values is safety, since in high-risk operations, such as mining, you could never improvise, everything is planned; and when you work on the plan, the results are as expected, he added.

“We owe this recognition to the love and commitment of each and every one of our team members, their families and our collaborators, partners and clients, who have allowed our development as a company”,  Ramón Rada concluded.

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WOMEN IN MINING

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WOMEN IN MINING

Dust-A-Side’s Civil Engineer Nathi Manungo, a leader in a male dominated industry

WOmen in Mining – A young leader in a male dominated industry, Dust-A-Side’s Civil Engineer Nathi Manungo believes conviction, courage and commitment to passion create the foundation needed to turn ideas into reality and help build a successful business.

Recently appointed as Site Manager at Middelburg Mine Colliery (MMC)  Manungo’ s main role within the company is to ensure that she and her team fulfil Dust-A-Side’s purpose on site by ensuring that their work is of the highest quality, done in a safe manner and that productivity targets are met. She is also responsible for budgeting for the site and ensuring her team’s continued growth and development through valuable and essential training.

28-Year-old Manungo’s CV is impressive. After matriculating in 2007 from United Church School, she undertook a BTech in Civil Engineering: Construction Management. Admittedly, Civil Engineering was her second passion when she applied to study at the University of Johannesburg. Her first had been in Mining Engineering. Both courses involved construction – which is either upwards or downwards from the ground – and so she was still excited to study Civil Engineering to enable her to be involved in building and maintaining the physical and naturally built environment. Prior to joining Dust-A-Side, Manungo worked at Glad Africa Holdings (Civil Engineering Company) for a few months, following the completion of her National Diploma in 2011.

Manungo’s career catapulted when she was informed of an opportunity for Civil Engineers at Dust-A-Side by a friend.

“When I did my research about Dust-A-Side, I saw that
Dust-A-Side was a leader in haul road management and maintenance in the mining industry and that was the deal maker for me because it would give me an opportunity to apply my skills and learn more about the fundamentals of road management and maintenance,” says Manungo. “I started working for Dust-A-Side on 1 June 2012 as a Civil Engineering Student working at the Witbank office. My responsibility was to capture daily reports from our sites. I was then appointed as Site Manager at Middelburg Mine Colliery on 1 July 2017.”

Manungo adds although aware she held the necessary qualifications to fulfil her job, her appointment did come as a surprise – considering the world of engineering is a traditionally male dominated industry – but she embraced the challenge head-on.

“I’ve always admired women who’ve done really bold and exciting things that actually change the perception of women in business leadership roles. Truthfully, I was a little fearful walking into the position because I knew what responsibilities the job brought – I had to be well prepared, smart and responsive, to constantly deliver my very best, more so because my success could be a possible gateway for other young women. Being able to have an impact on the lives of other women is a real highlight for me. I hope to inspire other young women to follow their dreams as there is no longer jobs that are meant for either men or women only. We are living in a generation that allows us women to flourish. Let’s break the gender-bias,” says Manungo

Women in Mining – The first in her family to become an engineer, Manungo has the power of desire and great business smarts. Adding to this is her authenticity, which makes her a respected pioneer within Dust-A-Side.

“I believe a successful Site Manager is one who is open-minded, willing to learn, be able to adapt to change and ability to work in any environment. A successful Site Manager is also a person who builds his or her team so that they gain more knowledge. Customer relationships are also important. A Site Manager should understand the customer they are working with, their needs and expectations, and ensure both are met. Those are qualities that earns you credibility. “

Outside of her career, Manungo is a mom and wife – both roles she cherishes. She’s also the title holder of ‘best home-cooked chicken curry and rice’, a lover of music, reader of educational books and skilled in negotiating who watches which TV programmes with her husband and daughter.

“Climbing to the top rungs of the corporate ladder while balancing work and family life can sometimes be tricky to navigate. I wake up at 4am every morning. We’ve had to come up with a routine where my daughter goes to bed early with me so we can spend time together in the mornings before work. My daughter, young as she is continues to inspire and strengthen me. My husband has always been supportive of me from when I was still studying until today. He pushes me to excel in all I do.  We’re both very focussed on the big picture, we hold the same values and make a great team together. I also draw inspiration and resilience from my friends, family and colleagues. Being surrounded by a great team and great support network, with different skill sets and perspectives to my own has helped me grow both personally and in business.”

Motivated by the philosophy to always seek knowledge and wisdom, Manungo has her sights set on redefining the meaning of ‘accomplishment’. “After all, it’s all about living, leading and learning” 

South Africa: 2016 SABITA Award won by George Basson

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2016 SABITA Award won by George Basson Snr for outstanding achievemnet in the sustainable use of Bituminous products.

Dust-A-Side Founder and Executive Chairman, George Bosson Snr has been nominated and after an adjudication process, awarded the prestigious 2016 SABITA Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Sustainable Use of Bituminous Products.

The Southern African Bitumen Association (SABITA) Award is the bituminous products industry’s most

prestigious award.

Established in 1979, SABITA is a non-profit organization that represents producers and applicators of bituminous products, consulting engineers and educational institutions. Its main activities are in the fields of advancing best practice in Southern Africa in the use and application of bituminous materials, in worker safety and environmental conservation, education and training and contact with government on the value of road provision and preservation.
“Congratulations to George Bosson Snr on his tremendous contribution to technology development in the bituminous products industry and his honourable leadership within Dust-A-Side.”

Congratulations to George Bosson Snr on his tremendous contribution to technology development in the bituminous products industry and his honourable leadership within Dust-A-Side. A pioneer amongst his peers, Mr. Bosson Snr has over 40 years of experience within the industry.

Mr Basson’s concept for dust control on mines has evolved into a value proposition tailored for each mine-site, both strategic and operational, to ensure maximum benefit in dust reduction and therefore contributing towards environmental sustainability at a local and international scale.

The award ceremony is to be held in Cape Town on Tuesday, 4 April 2017 at the River Club in Observatory.

Dust-A-Side – Not Only a Bitumen Specialist

Dust-A-Side – Not Only a Bitumen Specialist

Dust-A-Side has been at the forefront of dust suppression and haul road management for over 40 years offering a wide range of solutions for a dust-free environment, both underground and opencast. With a range of products i.e. Dust-A-Side Product, Hydrotac, Hydrowet,...

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SOUTH AFRICA: SISHEN’S BEST COMEBACK CONTRACTOR AWARD

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SISHEN'S BEST COMEBACK CONTRACTOR AWARD

Congratulations to the DAS Team in the Northern Cape on their recent achievement on being awarded the Best Comeback Contractor on Anglo American1 s Sishen Mine.

Dust-A-Side was recognised by Sishen at their quarterly awards ceremony in August 2015 as the most improved service provider based on customer satisfaction.

The ceremony took place in Kathu, at the Sishen Rugby Club and SP du Plessis (Business Manager for Sishen) received the award on behalf of Dust-A-Side.

Best Comeback Contractor

“Congratulations to the DAS Team in the Northern Cape on their recent achievement on being awarded

the Best Comeback Contractor on Anglo American1 s Sishen Mine.”

Dust-A-Side – Not Only a Bitumen Specialist

Dust-A-Side – Not Only a Bitumen Specialist

Dust-A-Side has been at the forefront of dust suppression and haul road management for over 40 years offering a wide range of solutions for a dust-free environment, both underground and opencast. With a range of products i.e. Dust-A-Side Product, Hydrotac, Hydrowet,...

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