Civil Engineering December 2022 | Vol 30 No 11

46 December 2022 Civil Engineering CMA Certification Services The construction industry and its financiers in South Africa are becoming increasingly aware of the value of using products that have been specifically manufactured for construction projects under strictly controlled conditions. For this reason the CMA has set goals to play a leading role in promoting the use of quality-approved precast products, and is taking proactive steps in the introduc- tion of the CMA Certification Services (CMACS) Mark of Approval as a means of verifying compliance of precast concrete products with the South African National Standards (SANS) specifications. For end-users, specifiers and those involved in the procurement of precast concrete products, the scheme marks an end to guesswork and provides them with verifiable proof of the quality of products. CMACS offers system auditing and certification services, identified by the CMACS ‘Mark of Approval’ according to SANS specifications applicable to the pre- cast concrete industry. CMA Certification Services is a SANAS-accredited certifica- tion body (C75) in terms of system audi- tion (ISO 9001) and product certification. CMA Postnet Suite 334, Private Bag X15, Menlo Park, 0102 T: +27 11 805 6742 E: admin@cma.org.za, W: www.cma.org.za 28 Oaklane Office Park, Grippon Road, Bartlett, Boksburg,1459 CCSA (Cement & Concrete SA) CCSA is the unified platform of the cement and concrete industry in South Africa. CCSA’s activities are aligned around the three strategic pillars of leadership, growth, and sustainability, towards pro- moting the industry, driving progress, and delivering shared value. CCSA is well-represented on various Government project steering committees for engagement on climate change, air quality, water management, rehabilitation of mining activities, as well as mercury and waste management, while our partner members have announced a vision for net zero carbon by 2050. The membership model provides a wide range of options for participation by various stakeholders, be it as individual, institutional, or business partners. CCSA delivers technical solutions through con- sulting, advice, education, information, publications, seminars, and regulatory services in South Africa. These services are available either for free to members, or at discounted member rates. The comprehensive Information Centre is the largest library dedicated to cement and concrete in the southern hemisphere. The School of Concrete Technology offers a range of courses from basic concrete knowledge to the Advanced Concrete Technology Diploma, as well as specialised courses on durability, industrial floor design, and concrete road design, and construction. Among the many publications for sale by CCSA is the definitive South African handbook: Fulton’s Concrete Technology . The Fulton Awards, the CCSA’s pres- tigious biennial event, recognises and hon- ours excellence in concrete construction. Concrete Beton, CCSA’s quarterly magazine, is the only non-commercial publication dedicated to cement and concrete in South Africa and can be read online on CCSA’s website. It carries a fine balance between technical content and industry news. For more information visit the CCSA website to view the extensive range of services and to access membership ap- plication forms. Cement & Concrete SA – Building a future together. CCSA PO Box 168, Halfway House, 1685 T: +27 11 315 0300 W: www.cemcon-sa.org.za Block D, Lone Creek, Waterfall Park, Bekker Street, Midrand ASPASA (Aggregate and Sand Producers Association of Southern Africa) ASPASA is a non-profit body corporate with its own legal identity separate from that of its office bearers and members. It is constituted and incorporated with perpetual succession, so that it continues to exist notwithstanding changes in the number or identity of its members from time to time. ASPASA has the following objectives: Q Q To study, research and implement so- lutions to any operations, logistics and other matters affecting the industry, including, but not limited to, those in the scientific, technical, documentary, skills, environmental, legal, health and safety, and institutional domains. Q Q To act as a forum for its members to ensure ethical and legal compliance, and to ensure that discussions are not in breach of competition legislation. Q Q To influence the legal framework for the industry and its application in the fields of mining licences, rehabilita- tion, health and safety and product quality, skills development, technical and quality. Q Q To generally represent the interests of the participants in the industry. In order to implement its objectives, ASPASA seeks in particular: Q Q To monitor and actively influence legislative, regulatory and other devel- opments affecting the industry. Q Q To collect and disseminate informa- tion about legislative, regulatory and other developments in the industry. Q Q To play an active role for members and other stakeholders in order to identify and debate key issues facing the industry. Q Q To cooperate with similar associations worldwide. Q Q To maintain a membership base which is as wide and representative of the industry as possible, as well as to foster the exchange of information and tech- nology between companies and other relevant bodies. Q Q Where applicable, to develop and disseminate technical standards and codes, and also identify, codify, promote and disseminate best practice regarding health and safety, environ- mental, economic and technical issues. Q Q To represent the collective views and interests of its members and, when ap- propriate, to act on behalf of its mem- bers as a principal point of contact with the industry’s key constituencies in South Africa and overseas. ASPASA’s focus remains largely on creating an environment that is fair and equitable, and gives its members space to manoeuvre. Simultaneously, ASPASA requires its members to comply with all relevant legislation, and uphold the strictest standards in quality, health, safety and environmental issues. Annual audits are in place to assist members to achieve set requirements and to ensure that they comply with the relevant legislation.