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Post Webinar Feedback: Blueprint to Boom

Thank you to all who attended our "Blueprint to Boom: Strategic Growth for SMMEs in Construction & Engineering" webinar on Tuesday. We hope you found the session insightful and gained valuable strategies from Bernard Jansen and Brad Watridge to drive sustainable growth in your business. For those who were unable to...

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“We have been long-standing members of SAEFA, having supported the split from SEIFSA due to unfavourable labour agreements. SAEFA’s commitment to enter into agreements that are favourable to both employers and the industry at large has been one of the key reasons we chose to remain with them”.

Our company specialises in producing castings in various grades of Grey Cast Iron and Spheroidal Graphite Iron (SG Iron), ranging from 1kg to 12,500kg. These castings are typically used in industries such as Mining, Pumps, and Valves, though our capabilities extend beyond these sectors. We have been long-standing members of SAEFA,...

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“The most significant benefits of being a member include having representation at the MEIBC during wage negotiations, receiving expert advice on industrial relations, and staying updated on industry trends and developments”.

Our company specialises in the manufacture and supply of both standard and specialised fasteners for a wide range of industries, including mining, automotive, renewable energy, rail, construction, powerlines, and more. We initially joined SAEFA because we were dissatisfied with our previous employer organisation. SAEFA offered an alternative that was more closely...

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Annual Shutdown Provisions 2024

The end of the year is fast approaching, and management will need to finalise plans for the annual shutdown period. As members are aware, the Main Agreement has not been extended to non-parties, it seems unlikely that it will be gazetted and extended before the end of the year. The...

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“One of the most significant benefits of SAEFA membership is their proactive communication, providing answers to industry questions even before they arise. During challenging times, such as an acquisition, SAEFA’s support and advice were invaluable in ensuring fair and transparent labour migration”.

J van Gaalen & Son (Pty) Ltd, a specialist in general engineering and sheet metal work for the agriculture sector, particularly in poultry and pig equipment fabrication, can attest to the immense value of being a member of SAEFA. Our motivation to join SAEFA came from the need for an organisation...

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“SAEFA has played a crucial role in engaging and training us on legislation and industry-related changes, which has been invaluable during challenging times”.

West Rand Engineering Works (Pty) Ltd partnered with SAEFA to align with their mission of advancing fair and legal workplace practices and achieving industrial peace. As a key supplier in the manufacturing sector, we provide essential products such as valves, pipe fittings, hoses, and couplings for the mining and water...

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