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24 Jun

Rockwell Automation successfully hosted its second VirtualConnect event, offering real-time access to technical specialists and interactive video presentations with the latest news in smart manufacturing. Embracing the new norm of online events, Rockwell Automation ran its second international online technology event on 23 June. VirtualConnect has once again succeeded in providing the industrial automation sector with the latest news and information on technologies enabling digital transformation in the process industry. ...

11 Jun

In May, in response to limitations imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Rockwell Automation ran its first online technology event: VirtualConnect. It featured two tracks of video presentations, complete with live Q&A from the speakers; a fully virtualised show floor, with access to experts and specialists from across the industry; and the opportunity to network with peers from around the globe....

11 Jun

Johannesburg, 11 June 2020. South Africa is infamous for its double-edged sword of unemployment and skills shortages, with almost a third of South Africans remaining jobless while local industries bemoan the lack of appropriate talent to fill the increasingly complex tasks required of the modern business. At the same time, the country’s poor economic growth rate means businesses are struggling. Improved business skills have become a necessity for small business owners, as both the public and private sectors recognise the role of small business development in improving the country’s economy. ...

With the aim of celebrating and encouraging women in the construction industry, the Construction Industry Development Board (cidb) has developed an awards programme to showcase their projects and achievements. The Empowerment and Recognition of Women in Construction (ERWIC) Awards consist of ten awards categories, which are open for entry to any entity which is registered with the cidb and is at least 51% female-owned. The awards also recognise clients, entities and individuals who support gender transformation and mentorship of women within the industry. Entries are open on the 15th June with winners named during Women’s Month in August. ...

08 Jun

Johannesburg, 8 June 2020. It is well understood that the government’s regulations put in place to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus has far-reaching implications for the country’s economy, and the livelihoods of many South Africans. With varied directives having been issued since a state of emergency was declared in March 2020, these regulations have amongst others restricted normal economic activity, thereby resulting in a shortage of income for many communities. ...

26 May

26 May 2020. It has been widely reported that South Africa’s construction industry has been eager to return to work after construction across the country came to a halt in accordance with government restrictions amid the coronavirus pandemic. While 'critical public works construction' was still allowed under pandemic alert level five, 'other public works civil engineering projects' have been permitted under level four. ...

12 May

On 12 May, Rockwell Automation hosted the first in its series of free, online events called VirtualConnect. Taking place through an innovative and interactive web platform, the event featured everything you would expect from a physical event, and more. Informative presentations from industry experts, interactive Q&A sessions, and a comprehensive virtual show floor were available to attendees across the world, who embraced the opportunity to network with each other in the event’s virtual lounge. ...

09 Mar

9 March 2020 Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) is hosting its annual Infrastructure Indaba on 11-12 March 2020 at the Spier Conference Centre, Stellenbosch. Held in the Western Cape this year, the event aims to foster partnerships between government and the private sector, particularly the engineering sector, and capacitate the channels of service delivery through cooperation and the development of common goals. The Indaba will be a platform to engage, network and share best practice required for improved service delivery within the built environment....