A global leader in the development and production of PVC Stabilisers and Metallic Soaps
LEADING THROUGH DIVERSITY
2018 HIGHLIGHTS
1 NOVEMBER 2018
Welcome to Renier Snyman Technical Manager
Sun Ace South Africa are pleased to welcome Renier Snyman to the Team as of 1 November 2018. Renier takes up the position of Technical Manager, focusing initially on South Africa. However this role will extend to our existing customers located in 16 countries across Africa, where Sun Ace offers customer support in; problem solving, optimising processing, cost optimisation and on-going technical support.
Renier has worked in the PVC pipe manufacturing industry for over 20 years, and holds a Batchelor Degree in Polymer Technology. He is 6 sigma trained, has completed Pipe Design courses and has ISO 9001 training.
His passion for Standards of Pipe Manufacture and the SANAS Codes is evident through the extensive work he has done as a technical committee member of SAPPMA (South African Plastic Pipe Makers Association) and this will hold him in good stead in supporting our Pipe Customers.
Renier’s additional experience in the industry includes; Plastics, Polyurethane and Injection Moulding.
We have no doubt he will add huge value to Sun Ace both locally and to our Global Technical Team.
4 October 2018
Building on our Relationships
Sun Ace South Africa is please to enhance our long standing relationship in Lagos Nigeria with Shiv Lila Polymer Limited, whereby they will be our Agents in the Region. We are very excited by this announcement and look forward to growing the business and service offerings to our valuable customers. Seen here are Alistair, Hillary and Vivek Changrani (Managing Director Shiv Lila).
4 October 2018
Hosting some valued Customers
Sun Ace were please to host some of our valuable customers as we enjoyed the Springboks win over Australia in the rugby. Customers in attendance were Sizabantu, Marley, Alphaplast, DPI, Crabtree, Sealcool, Pro Plastics, Performance Colour Systems, Babina Tlou and Polycon. Fun was had by all and it never ceases to amaze me how passionate the Pipe Manufacturers are, as more Pipe was discuss than Rugby . Thanks all for a great day Terence!!
4 October 2018
Let's Meet
The Sun Ace Executive Committee attending the Quarterly Meeting at Sun Ace Australia Melbourne.
31 AUGUST 2018
Here's to new members of the Sun Ace Family
Who says men can’t attend Baby Showers Our Joburg Sun Ace team held a small party at the office for dad to be Francois Fourie, to welcome him to parenthood!. We wish Francois and Natasha all the very best for the arrival of baby Fourie. Enjoy this exciting new chapter.
15 AUGUST 2018
Terry Coetze featured in the August issue of Sappma Magazine for Womens Month
For the month of Augusts - Woman's month in South Africa - the Sappma Magazine focussed on women in business. We are proud to share that our very own Terry Coetzer - National Accounts Manager for Sun Ace South Africa, was featured in this issue.
Terry is a testament to the Sun Ace Culture of diversity, leading through commitment and by example. Well done Terry.
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20 AUGUST 2018
SUN ACE Wellness Day 2018
LEADING THROUGH DEDICATION TO OUR STAFF MEMBERS
Our Sun Ace Joburg Team had our annual Wellness Day 2018 on Friday. The Reality Wellness Group visited us to carry out a corporate wellness survey and health tests on behalf of Discovery Vitality. Staff were also treaded to a healthy “snacks pack” made up Pressed Juice Co and fresh fruit, veggies and a crunchy mixed seeds pack.
Also present was the lovely Sister Ceryllene from The Lifestyle Cafegiving a talk on the importance of putting back oxygen into our diets, WaterLife and Heart Health.
1 AUGUST 2018
Time for a Visit
SASA Team at Sasol Wax for a visit and Plant tour.
18 July 2018
Mandela Day
KEEPING GIRLS IN SCHOOL
At SUN ACE we see education as a necessity not a luxury. So this year for Mandela Day we chose to support an essential cause - keeping girls in school during their monthly menstruation.
One of the biggest, yet least spoken about challenges is the affordability of sanitary wear, especially those from lower income homes. School girls often skip school out of embarrassment and discomfort. Some single parented homes, or those with large families can barely afford food, let alone a luxury like sanitary towels.
Dignity Dreams provide a sustainable solution through the manufacture and distribution of washable sanitary wear, which are completely sustainable and eco friendly.
Dignity Dreams have also taken on the role of educators teaching young women, girls, boys, educators, community leaders and parents about menstrual health thus taking the shame and stress out of womanhood. As a result, our female scholars don’t have to skip school and don’t have gaps in their education. A truly “MandelaWorthy” cause:
According to South African Census, roughly 2,6 millions girls of mensural age are presently enrolled in public schools: Ref: http://www.dignitydreams.com
13 July 2018
Football Fever
At the office. Out of 18 SASA participants, Terry has outshone even the men, and ranked the highest score prediction for the Quarter Finals for the Football World Cup 2018. It will be interesting to see WHO will correctly predict the Final!!!
6 July 2018
Even the littlest members count!
Goodness showing off her baby bump and baby shower gifts . We wish her well as she goes on maternity leave.
6 July 2018
Some Serious Fun
Alpheus Masebe looking like a "mad scientist" all dressed up in the Lab.
2 July 2018
Behind the Scenes...
Sun Ace Japan, Singapore, South Africa, Australia, Gulf, Columbia (Producciones Quimicas) and Reagen getting ready for the Sun Ace Group Board Meeting.
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18 MAY 2018
SUN ACE South Africa achieve ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and OHSAS 18001:2007
THINKING GLOBALLY - WORKING LOCALLY
At SUN ACE we believe it is imperative that we protect our people and stakeholders in all that we do, plus taking care of our environment. We are ISO 9001:2015 ISO 14001:2015 and OHSAS 18001:2007 certified. These certifications are an acknowledgement of the hard work and dedication of the entire team. While we celebrate this achievement, we continue to strive for excellence and improve on the way we work. Once again certification was done through the British Standards Institution.
MAY 2018
Welcome to Mzwakhe Mkhabela who joins the SUN ACE Team
Mzwakhe Mkhabela joins the SUN ACE South Africa Team as a financial Accountant.
Mzwakhe studied at University of Johannesburg graduating with B Com in Accounting in 2012.
We are pleased to have him on board and look forward to his contribution and experience in working with respected brands such as FNB and Mvunonala Holdings.
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APRIL 2018
ChinaPlas 2018
Sun Ace Team participated once again at Asia's no 1 Plastic & Rubber Trade Fair 2018 - Chinaplas.
The event focuses on Intelligent Manufacturing, High-tech materials and Greener Solutions.
12 April 2018
Congratulations
Sun Ace South Africa would like to congratulate John Chan on his presentation at Vinyl India 2018:
An Australian perspective of lead replacement in pipes
KEY POINTS:
Overview of usage of lead as stabilizer for PVC and its impact on health and environment.
Approach taken in Australia to replace lead as a stabilizer in the PVC industry.
Summary and overview of pipe standards following replacement of lead or heavy “toxic” metals.
Alternative non lead stabilisers for various pipe applications
Long Standing Service Awards
Alpheus Mohale (15yrs), Ayanda Tyonki (10yrs), Klaas Nchabeleng (10yrs), Alistair R Calder (20yrs), Albert Ntsoane (10yrs)
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FEBRUARY 2018
LEARNERSHIPS & INTERNSHIPS
What is a learnership:
A learnership is a work based learning programme directly related to an occupation or field of work, such as chemical engineering. Learnerships are managed by Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) and were introduced by government to help skill learners and to prepare them for the workplace. Sun Ace presently have learners who are busy with the NQF Level 2 diplomas, registered with (CHIETA) Chemical Industry Education & Training Authority.
What is an internship:
An internship is a period of work experience offered by an organisation for a limited period of time undertaken by students and graduates looking to gain relevant skills and experience in a particular field.
In the picture Gallery:
Our Chemical Manufacturing Operator learners from left to right: Zama Mtshali, Emmanuel Matsemela, Seputswe Selepe and Viccie Chauke. (NQF level 2 with CHIETA)
Our Interns are Thoko Ndlovo who is currently with Sun Ace as an admin intern and Ruan van Staden who spent a week at Sun Ace as an entrepreneurial intern.
JANUARY 2018
Welcome to Okie Nel who joins the SUN ACE Team
Okkie Nel recently joined SUN ACE Joburg Sales Team as an Account Manager for Non-Vinyls.
Okkie has a background in Environmental Health; experience in the fields of Water Treatment, Chemical Cleaning and 5 years in the PVC Industry. He will now be turning his attention to our Non-Vinyl product range, and working with our customers attending to their specific requirements.
Sun Ace offer and extensive range of non-vinyl additives and are continually developing new speciality grades and products. Some such additives are polyolefins, EVA, ABS resins and latexes.
We are pleased to have him on board and look forward to his contribution and experience in working with respected brands such as Coca-Cola and Clover.
19 JANUARY 2018
Fun in the Sun
PHYSICALLY DISABLED RESIDENTS OF PEARLY BEACH AND GANSBAAI CAN ONCE AGAIN EXPERIENCE THE JOY OF VISITING THE BEACH AND OCEAN As part of their commitment to the environment and community the Southern African Vinyls Association (SAVA) recently donated an imported beach wheelchair, made from PVC pipes, to Cross Home Care based in the Gansbaai area, Western Cape.
According to Delanie Bezuidenhout, CEO of SAVA, the wheelchair was imported from the USA and is the first of its kind in South Africa. It is made of medical grade PVC, has non-corrosive plastic bearings and high flotation heavy duty wheels, which allows the physically disabled to access the water and provides better mobility over unpaved areas.