Saiccor PulpFile 18 June 2021

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18 June 2021
Sappi Saiccor’s internal newsletter

Project Vulindlela update:

C4 wrapline upgrade

The C4 wrapline upgrade has been completed. Keroles Gabra
The take-over production volumes of 80% (left, Pesmel PLC
of design were achieved on 28 May 2021. Engineer) and
Another great team effort from the project Michael Mbambo
and mill teams! (Wrapline Operator)
on site replenishing
The upgrade has been supplied by Pesmel, and ABB the end discs for the
completed the electrical cabling and drive upgrade outer application
works. robot.

The scope of work consisted of the upgrade of the Continues on page 2
feeding table: the addition of air foil nozzles, new press
plates for the head press station, a new outer head
application robot, a new body label robot, a PLC
upgrade, new operator interfaces, new safety fencing,
and a new system integration.

The upgrade work commenced on 09 April 2021
during the annual plant shut. Equipment erection was
completed on 22 April, programming and testing
took place from 17 April to 04 May, and wrapping
optimisation started on 05 May 2021, with continuous
production starting on 08 May 2021.

The Pesmel construction team consisted of nine
people, headed by Site Manager Artturi Kivistö. The
team was progressively reduced to where only Keroles
Gabra remained on-site for three weeks to conduct
operator training.

The mill Electrical team of Husafa Rajah-Saib and
Jacques Hulley played a huge role in the success of
the project, with ongoing reviews of the project scope,
providing information for programming, and general
troubleshooting and assistance.

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The mill Maintenance teams, under the leadership of
Vernon Immelman, Trevor Harrison and Elias Msomi,
assisted with the critical area of brownfields equipment
optimisation.

The future wrapline maximum continuous production Head press station
has been aligned with the winder upgrade work to
enable a production of 1,179 ADT per day. This means
a design capacity of 115 rolls per hour, a cycle time per
wrapping stage of 32 seconds, and logistically, a range
of 1,500 to 2,000 rolls per day of 470kg to 750 kg each
(depending on their size), are being dispatched by the
warehouse!

Philani Mavuso (left, Mechanical Superintendent) Outer head robot
and Sbonela Zikhundla (Production Superintendent)
discussing ways to improve wrapline productivity. “A great team effort! Thank you and well
done to everyone.”

- John Moon, Wayne Weston and Bhim Kissoon

“How Vulindlela has sharpened our skills”

Engineering EITs share their experiences

Sappi Saiccor’s Project Vulindlela has been a career stepping stone for some of Sappi’s Engineers in Training, providing
them with valuable experience and exposure that will assist them in the future. We caught up with some of our EITs to
find out their experience.

Monwabisi Ngcobo – “The culture at Benette Mkabe – “My secondment to Chuene Makwaeba – “My overall

Saiccor is very welcoming and allows Saiccor has been a remarkable experi- experience with Sappi Saiccor has been
one to grow in their field. My mentor, ence. I had a warm welcome from both amazing, working with vibrant people here
coach and colleagues have been very the Vulindlela team and the mill personnel. has made me feel comfortable to express
supportive, and I have been exposed to a Working on the MgO3 recovery section my skills, and to push myself to work
lot of technology that I was not exposed has been a delightful and informative harder to achieve Sappi’s goals. I’ve learnt
to as an aspiring Electrical Engineer. experience. I am learning about the much about the technical and non-
I have learnt a lot, being in the commis- operations of the recovery boiler, SRP, technical skills since I came here. But
sioning team, and I’m still learning more demin and the SO2 recovery plant. It’s an what has really stood out is the spirit of
as I develop my career.” experience of a lifetime to be involved in teamwork and dedication. Thanks to my
such a massive project.” mentor and coach, Liezl Krummeck and
2 Anel Nagel.”

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2021 Employee Engagement Survey

Engagement scores
BIG at Saiccor Mill

The results for the recent Employee The results show that Saiccor Mill
Engagement Survey are in and Saiccor Mill has the following engagement scores:
can be proud of its participation rate. • Engaged = 52%
• Almost engaged = 21%
“Our 95.5% participation rate is a fantastic indicator • Indifferent = 13%
that our employees have made their voices heard and • Disengaged = 14%
are serious about making Sappi a better place to work
for everyone,” says HR Manager Dalroy Moon. This is a solid result, when compared to the Sappi
Group and SSA engagement results. Part of the Saiccor
It is now up to us to make sure that every employee Mill 2021 strategy is to have a competent, committed
receives the survey results feedback and is given an and engaged workforce. We believe that the 2021
opportunity to make suggestions for improvement in Engagement Survey results reflect that we are on the
their areas. right path to achieve this.

Current year Organisation overall

52% 59.7%

21% 18.9%
13% 10.3%
14% 11.2%

Engaged Almost engaged Indifferent Disengaged

The HR team will be facilitating sessions with each department between June and July 2021 to ensure each
employee receives feedback, and that each team creates action items, which will be tracked and managed by
each department.

Please attend the focus
group sessions, make
suggestions and help
us to make Saiccor Mill
an even greater place
for everyone!

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Future Proof Skills - Your skills guide for tomorrow

In this dedicated column, we want to encourage online learning and introduce
courses that can be of interest to you.

The first course looks at Data Science. Let’s find out more.

Data Science

What is it?

Data science focuses on extracting insights from vast amounts of
data by using various scientific methods, algorithms, and processes.

Why is it important?

It gives companies the opportunity to gain valuable insights from
multiple data sources, which allows for smarter decisions that will
benefit the organisation.

What resources do Sappi make available to support future proof skills?

There are a few courses available on Sappi Learning:

Data Science: Master Introduction to Machine Artificial Intelligence for
Machine Learning Without Learning for Data Science Finance, Accounting and
Coding Auditing
A primer on Machine
Learn fundamentals of Data Learning for Data Science. Gain hands-on skills using
Science and Machine Revealed for everyday eight AI techniques (no
Learning with Rapidminer people, by the Backyard coding), and position
(no coding). Dataset and Data Scientist. yourself for this digital age.
solutions included. (Level 1)

2.5 hours | 63 lectures | Beginner 5.5 hours | 73 lectures | Beginner

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Skills Centre technical training

The Sappi Skills Centre provides technical training in the three major engineering disciplines -
Electrical, Instrumentation and Mechanical). Listed below are the various technical courses
available to new Sappi employees and refresher training for existing employees.

Electrical courses Mechanical courses Instrument courses

ABB ACS 550 VSD Bearing Maintenance ABB AC800M
ABB UMC 22 Chain Drive ABB AC800M for Artisans
ABB UMC 100 Laser Alignment Fundamentals of Instrumentation
Electrical for Production Basic Practical Welding Instrumentation for Production Basic
Fundamentals of Electrical PVC Welding Profibus
Engineering
PLC - Basic Rigging: Basic
Siemens S7 PLC V-Belt Maintenance
Siemens Simocode Pro

Learning governance – step-by-step

1. For training to be approved, please ensure that it is in line with your field and career path.
2. To request training, log on to Sappi Learning, add the training to your development plan and request the session

ID number.
3. Follow up with your Manager/Supervisor to approve your development plan and the session request.
4. Should you experience any challenges or require assistance, please contact the Skills Centre team or your

section’s Learning Consultant.

Positive feedback From left: Senzo Gumede, Simphiwe Nxumalo,
from Skills Centre Sithabile Dlamini and Monwabisi Ngcobo.
trainees

The Sappi Skills Centre recently hosted four delegates
on the PLC – Basic Course. Here are some feedback.

Monwabisi Ngcobo, Electrical Engineer in Training:
“The course was beneficial, because I’m exposed to
PLCs in my line of work. The course sparked my love for
automation and its ability to simulate real-life scenarios.
Above all, the course was informative and I’m ready to
start practicing programming in my spare time and use
what I have learnt in the plant setup.”

Simphiwe Nxumalo, Trainee Production Manager:
“The PLC – Basic Course was interesting and presented
in a manner that was easy to understand. I learnt
more about software to hardware, and this his basic
knowledge will enable me to give more input during
sessions like RCAs, where PLCs are associated with the
root cause of the problem or machine failure.”

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Sister Anso says:

“Getting the Covid-19
vaccine while on blood
thinning meds”

The COVID-19 vaccine is safe for all individuals, no receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. (People with
matter whether you have thrombophilia, a prior these conditions can be vaccinated with any
deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism FDA-authorised COVID-19 vaccine):
(PE), or if you are using a blood thinner. Although
the cause of thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia • A prior history of venous thromboembolism. Risk
Syndrome (TTS) associated with the Covid-19 factors for venous thromboembolism (eg inherited or
vaccine is unclear, it appears to be similar to acquired thrombophilia, including Factor V Leiden;
another rare immune-mediated syndrome, prothrombin gene 20210A mutation; antiphospholipid
Heparin-induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT). syndrome; protein C, protein S or antithrombin
deficiency.
Until more information becomes available, experts • A prior history of other types of thrombosis not
advise that people with a history of an episode of an associated with thrombocytopenia
immune-mediated syndrome characterised by • Pregnancy, post-partum, or receipt of hormonal
thrombosis and thrombocytopenia, such as HIT, should contraceptives (eg combined oral contraceptives,
be given another type of COVID-19 vaccine (eg mRNA patch, ring).
vaccine) if it has been 90 days or less since their illness
has been resolved. After 90 days, patients may be The Pfizer vaccine, which is currently being
vaccinated with any FDA-authorised COVID-19 administered as part of the national Phase Two rollout,
vaccine. does not have the risk of blood clotting. The previous
J&J vaccine has shown a very small risk, prevalent in
Experts believe that the following factors do not younger child-bearing women.
make people more susceptible to TTS after

Worried about side effects from
the Covid-19 vaccine?

Don’t let fear of possible side effects prevent you from
getting vaccinated.

Did you know? Most of our employees who have been vaccinated have only

experienced very mild, to no side effects. These side effects vary from a sore arm
to a headache, body aches, or tiredness. The symptoms cleared within a day.

How to treat discomfort

Treat pain and fever with paracetamol. If side effects persist, please contact your
Sappi clinic sister.

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21 - 27 June 2021

18 Mduduzi Ndelu Engineering 05/04
18 Ralph Pillay Engineering
18 Siphiwe Maphumulo Engineering 05M/04onday Note: The menu is subject to change.
18 Bongani Kuzwayo Technical
18 Lwazi Mpisana Engineering 06B/0B4Q chicken served with savoury rice and salad R30,50
18 Blaise Towell Technical
19 Mzakhe Ngcobo Mill Finishing 06C/0o4ttage pie served with veg and salad R30,50
19 Siboniso Mkhwanazi Woodyard & Pulping
20 Cecil Skosana Technical 06S/0u4gar beans curry served with rice and salad R21,50
20 Gabisile Dube Technical
20 Jonah Gengan Engineering 06B/0e4ef curry served with phutu or rice and salad R31,50
21 Vijay Pather SHEQ
22 Pranesh Sookdeo Engineering 07P/0e4ri-peri chicken wings served with parsley potato, veg and salad R39,50
22 Thabile Mkhize Technical
23 Johan Odendaal Engineering 07/04
23 Sipho Maphumulo Technical
23 Sipho Msomi Woodyard & Pulping 08/04
23 Charity Mkhwanazi Technical
24 Tracey Beaurain SHEQ 08T/0u4esday
24 Mandla Shezi Information Services
16 Lungelo Ngqondo Technical Chicken curry served with steamed bread and salad R30,50

Beef stroganoff served with rice and salad R25,00

Braised cabbage served with potato, dhall, rice and salad R21,50

Beef curry served with phutu or rice and salad R31,50

Crumbed pork chops served with mash, julienne carrots and salad R39.50

Spicy mutton curry served with rice and sambals R40,00

Happy Wednesday
Father’s Day!
Homemade chicken pie served with veg and salad R30,50
20 June 2021 Mince curry served with rice and salad R30,50
Veg stirfry served with salad R21,50
A sturdy, steady hand to hold on to in times Beef curry served with phutu and salad R31.50
of strife and stress. A true friend we can turn Roast beef served with roast potato, veg and salad R39.50
to when times are good or bad. One of our Traditional chicken curry served with roti and veg pickle R39,50
greatest gifts and blessings.
Thursday
This is the man
we call Dad. Chicken breyani served with dhall and salad R30,50
Beef lasagna served with veg and salad R30,50
Soya sausages served with mash, chutney and salad R21,50
Beef curry served with rice and salad R31,50
Mutton cheese burger served with chips R39.50

Friday

Chicken stirfry served with spaghetti and salad R30,50
Wors served with pap and chutney R25,00
Veg lasagna served with salad R21,50
Beef curry served with phutu and salad R31.50
Chicken schnitzel served with mash, veg and salad R39,50
Mutton breyani served with served with salad R40,00

We would love to Saturday
hear from you!
Chicken stew served with rice and salad R30,50
Please share your stories with us by Beef curry served with rice or phutu and salad R31,50
simply sending an email to
[email protected] Sunday
and you can be in the next edition of
7 the PulpFile. Roast chicken served with wedges and salad R30,50
Beef curry served with rice or phutu and salad R31.50