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PACKAGING

World-class distribution centre that’s manned by our that coding equipment runs
partnerships technicians,’ explains Brandon optimally, that maintenance is fast

For product identification and Pearce, Pyrotec PackMark’s general and efficient, and that downtime
manager. In the event of a is minimised at all times. ‘Our
traceability solutions,
Markem-Imaje is a trusted world breakdown, customers speak end-to-end service covers every
manufacturer that offers a full line directly to a technician who, in step in the process of procuring
of reliable and innovative inkjet, most cases, is able to resolve new coding or labelling
thermal transfer, laser, and print the problem over the phone. equipment, from project manage-
and apply label systems. The ‘All our equipment comes with ment to after-sales technical sup-
company delivers fully-integrated a 12-month warranty, and port. Over the years we have built
solutions that enable product some with 18-month service lasting relationships with custom-
quality and safety, regulatory and intervals,’ Brandon notes. ers in diverse industries and have

retailer compliance, better product become renowned for service
Meeting customers’ needs excellence, premium quality and
recalls, and improved
manufacturing processes. ALTech Launched in early 2016, Pyrotec operational reliability. No
is one of the world’s largest Finance, is further evidence of challenge is too big or too small
Pyrotec’s dedication to meeting for our team,’ Brandon concludes.
manufacturers of labelling

systems. It has a highly-evolved the needs of its customers and
and proven machine range capable ensuring that their production About Pyrotec

of solving the most challenging operations run efficiently. Pyrotec Pyrotec is a privately-owned

labelling requirements, and of- Finance offers a number of South African company that

fers tailored solutions for all options to assist customers to specialises in providing innovative,

sectors of industry from food to purchase or replace their coding top-quality product identification
pharmaceuticals. The solutions. The company’s
company’s ongoing “solving the most extensive service
investment in design and challenging labelling offering includes
development ensures on-pack product
modular construction requirements” identification solutions,
and scale production including self-adhesive
that provides market label systems and coding

-leading quality features and labelling equipment.

and component finishes. equipment. This includes a rental With a service offering founded

Established in 1972, Accraply service, where customers can rent on a dedication to quality,

Machine Systems is the Rolls a unit for a period of time and operational reliability and excellent

Royce of labelling applicatorsanda return the coding machine at service, the Cape Town-based

popular choice for more specialised the end of the contract. ‘Another company has a national footprint

applications. The company specialises possibility is financing in the form with centres in major cities across

in the design and manufacture of of a rent-to-own agreement. the country. With more than 50

high-quality, reliable, efficient and Customers pay a set monthly fee, years’ experience, Pyrotec has

cost-effective self-adhesive depending on the rental period, three brands operating under its

(pressure-sensitive) labelling which includes a maintenance ambit: Pyrotec PackMedia,

machinery, and its team’s experience contract. At the end of the rental Pyrotec PackMark and Tower,

and knowledge has seen it grow to period, customers have the choice which includes Tower Kids. This

become one of the most respected of paying an additional fee to own proudly independent company is

and trusted labelling manufacturers the printer or trading it in for a headed up by managing director,

in the world. new unit. Straightforward trade-in Rowan Beattie.

Service excellence agreements, where customers
simply trade in old printers for

In addition to providing world-class new units, are also available,’

equipment, Pyrotec PackMark’s Brandon points out.

customers are well catered for For more information, visit
with full backup and maintenance Full service offering

support available around the For Pyrotec PackMark customers, www.pyrotec.co.za

clock. ‘We operate a 24-hour call every effort is made to ensure

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STORAGE SOLUTIONS

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STORAGE SOLUTIONS

FAST AND EFFICIENT

The shuttle system is a welcome requirements today and in the future. Cuby is a single-level shuttle system
addition to the modern warehouse. Who can best benefit from these designed to transport bins or cartons
This Fast and efficient innovative qualities? It is ideally suited for weighing up to 35 kgs. It comprises
technology increases speed, accuracy modern retail, where products are of the rack, at least one lift, one
and throughput in warehouses and sold through a multitude of shuttle on each storage level, a
distribution centres quite significantly. channels – from brick and mortar shuttle hoist and maintenance
Performance is ramped up through stores to mobile phones, websites platforms at the rear and the
the use of three decoupled systems and interactive TVs. In this warehouse control system. By
operating on three axes. Conveyors Omni-channel world, manufacturers, optimizing the functional distribution
distribute the load to a selected aisle. retailers and distributors have to between rack and shuttle, fewer
Lifts on one or both ends of each aisle react promptly to cyclical, seasonal sensors and actuators are required
or even distributed along the aisles and changing product ranges. More on the shuttle and load handling
for even higher performance, travel options for the consumer can only device, which makes the Cuby more
up and down to distribute the load to mean more SKUs for the DCs. The cost-efficient and reliable than
the required level while autonomous complexity in order fulfilment is comparable systems. The Cuby is
shuttles move horizontally up and further compounded by how orders also scalable. To maximize storage
down the aisle to put away, store and are placed. Order sizes are smaller density, it can be scaled to up to
retrieve the products. The throughput as well as more frequent, with some 100 metres and a height of up to 15
per aisle is further enhanced by shipped directly to individuals in ever metres with an unlimited number
increasing the number of shuttles shorter delivery windows. With its of aisles. It can also be adapted to
operating in a single aisle. Some lifts ability to support big orders with a existing haul structures and integrate
are also designed to raise and lower high degree of inventory accuracy, existing columns. For more
more than one load at a time. How the shuttle system is an invaluable information on shuttles and their
much faster can it be? When partner for modern retail benefits, contact our sales and
compared with the ASRS using cranes marketing team. They will only be
for storage and retrieval, each shuttle SSI Schaefer too happy to assist you.
per-se due to its lighter structure Shuttle Family
already provides a significant increase SSI Schaefer
in single machine performance. SSI Schaefer has a portfolio of shuttle T: +27 (0) 11 707-2600
Different shuttle solutions (multi-level, systems to accommodate pallets, F: +27 (0) 11 707-2620
single-level, multiple shuttles per level) trays, cartons or bins, on one or more E: [email protected]
in combination with the right lifting levels – the Schaefer Lift&Run, a highly
and conveyor arrangements allow dynamic multi-level shuttle for
for virtually unlimited performances. pallets in a channel storage
Shuttle systems are also extremely system; the Schaefer Tray System, a
flexible. Different technologies allow multi-level shuttle for pallet layers;
for handling of pallets, layers, cartons, the Navette, a multi-level shuttle for
bins, trays and totes in variable sizes. small load carriers in fully automatic
Being modular, such systems can be warehouses; and its latest addition,
easily scaled up to fit the customer’s the Cuby. Introduced this year, the

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FREIGHT FORWARDING ENERGY OF A

545 4 SuSuppplylyNNetewtwoorkrkAAfrfirciaca- -SeSpep/O/Octct20210717 MOVING BRAND

Ukuthutha Solutions previously known as World
Shipping Agency, has been in the Shipping Industry
for approximately 20 years, during that time we
have been recognized as one of the leading players
in the industry. During the natural evolution of the
South African industry our name changed to World
Shipping Solutions in 2016. We envisioned the need
for a reliable logistics company to penetrate the
New South African market, by giving superior
customer service that would create a competitive
edge. Ukuthutha ownership also changed, and is
currently a level 2 BBBEE contributor with 51% black
ownership, of which 41% is black woman owned.

Our Directors:
Gloria Ndobongwanahas 9 years experience in

the Oil and Gas industry, having worked for
companies like PetroSA and 1 year for Lavinenergy
She was a Shipping and Logistics coordinator,
scheduler and operations manager with Lavinenergy,
with a focus on OOC (Other Oil companies) as well as
stakeholders engagement. Gloria was also involved
in buying products to export to Africa and Europe
from the likes of Chevron, BP, and other oil companies.
Her role in Ukuthutha Solutions is to help grow the
business by extending the Company’s service
offering to new sectors.

Malcolm Kisten has 15 years experience in the
Logistics Industry, and has worked his way up
from humble beginnings to Managing Director of
Ukuthutha Solutions. He has extensive knowledge
with regards to local and cross-border trucking,
from is former role as an Operations Manager for a
large transport company. Thereafter moving into the
Oil & GAS industry by joining Necotrans (Formally
AMTSA) as the Durban Branch Manager.

Nathalie Jeanneau has 15 years experience in the
Logistics Industry, and has worked his way up
from humble beginnings to Managing Director of
Ukuthutha Solutions. He has extensive knowledge
with regards to local and cross-border trucking, from
is former role as an Operations Manager for a large
transport company. Thereafter moving into the Oil &
GAS industry by joining Necotrans (Formally AMTSA)
as the Durban Branch Manager.

Cassandra Ramasamy has 11 years of experience
in the health and chemical industry. She has contributed
to the development and refinement of vision and
strategy for Nikao Laboratory and Chemical Supplies.
She also developed, and led the business development
team in sourcing, managing and implementing new
business opportunities. Her role in Ukuthutha

FREIGHT FORWARDING

Solutions is also to help grow the business by Market Position:
extending the company’s service offering to new
sectors. The word Ukuthutha means “TO MOVE” in In the short period of our diversification, Ukuthutha has been
IsiZulu and isiXhosa, and as such we consistently strive recognized as one of the serious contenders in the local market
to find the best solution for our Custom¬ers. Our main by providing a high level of services with competitive pricing.
offices are in Durban, Cape Town and Johannesburg,
and we also have satellite offices in Richards Bay, East Why Ukuthutha?
London, Port Elizabeth, Coega, Mossel Bay & Saldanha
Bay. We provide a 24/7 service with a dedicated agent to meet all
of your logistics needs. We are the “one stop shop” company
Our Services: which can tailor-make turnkey solutions based on your specific
requirements. We are committed to delivering services in in a
Ships Agency: responsible and reputable manner, working in accordance with
Ukuthutha Solutions are licenced to operate in all applicable laws, regulations and customer-specific Quality,
all South African Ports and is also a mem¬ber of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements. QHSE
SAASAO, (The South African Association of Ship Op- management fundamentals are integrated into all our business
erators and Agents). Ukuthutha Solutions can han- processes.
dle any type of vessel, i.e. Tankers, Supply Boats,
Research / Seismic Vessels, Drilling / Oil Rigs, Malcolm KISTEN
Tramp / Break Bulk Vessels, Bunker Vessels and Managing Director
Car Carrier Vessels. We also cater for OPL (Off Port
Limits) Vessels. We offer a full port call service to Tel: +27 (0) 31 263 2083
clients such as stevedoring, cash to master, renewal Mob: +27 (0) 82 324 6231
of certificates, stevedoring, water supplying, sludge Email: [email protected]
removal, crane hire, and terminal management. Web: www.ukuthutha.co.za

Husbandry:
Ukuthutha Solutions take care of all husband-
ry needs required by our clients in South Af-
rica. We offer services such as immigrations
services,crewchanges,employeesorvisitorsvisa’s,car
hire, and meet and greet services, all supported by our
dedicated staff 24/7.

Freight Forwarding:
As a logistics company, Ukuthutha Solutions has in-
house programmes that provide customised mul-
timodal transport services from AIR, SEA, RAIL and
ROAD in South Africa. We also offer with our global
partners - Customs
broker¬age, Customs Import and Export clearance,
Project Logistics, a full door to door service with one
point of contact. We offer a full logistic service with
a “one stop shop” approach.

Local, Overborder and Abnormal Trucking:
Ukuthutha specialises in local and cross-border trans-
port. Ably assisted by our audited sub-contractors. We
also handle hazardous and non-hazardous cargo, as well
as reefers with gensets. Our vendors have specialised
equipment / trailers to handle abnormal and break bulk
cargo, depending on the nature. We can also offer clients
road surveys and special routing with permissions from the
local authorities if required. Please don’t hesitate to contact
[email protected].
We would be more than happy to assist
your organisation with competitive rates with the highest
service levels. YOUR SUCCESS IS OUR SUCCESS.

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BUYERS GUIDE CRANES FORKLIFTS FREIGHT FORWARDING
AUTOMATION

SICK Automation Demag Toyota Forklifts Pro Active

T: +27 (0) 11 472-3733 T: +27 (0) 11 898 3500 T: +27 (0) 11 571-0387 T: 011 869 6776/8294
M: +27 (0) 76 338-9193 F: +27 (0) 11 898 3533 M: +27 (0) 71 106-4867 E: [email protected]
E: [email protected] E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.proactiveshipping.co.za
W: www.sickautomation.co.za W: www.demagcranes.com W: www.eiegroup.co.za

CONVEYORS

Yokogawa Interroll SA (Pty) Ltd Manitou Ukuthutha Solutions

T: +27 11 831 6310 T: +27 11 281 99 00 T: 011 975 7770 T: +27 (0) 31 263 2083
F: +27 11 831 6370 / 86 411 8144 F: +27 11 974 7404 T: 011 049 7770 M: +27 (0) 82 324 6231
E: [email protected] M: [email protected] E: [email protected] E: [email protected]
W: www.yokogawa.com W: www.interroll.co.za W: www.manitou.co.za W: www.ukuthutha.co.za

Shorrock automation EDUCATION & TRAINING Kipor LOGISTICS

T: +27 (0) 12 450 0300 Institute for Quality T: +27 (0) 11 284 2009 Bollore Logistics
F: +27 (0) 12 450 0322 E: [email protected]
E: [email protected] T: +27 (0) 11 472-0918 W: www.kiporforklifts.co.za T: +27 (0) 11 396-0365
W: www.shorrock.co.za F: +27 (0) 86 537-0321 M: +27 (0) 83 756-8300
E: [email protected] ATON E: [email protected]
LILAC W: www.iqetd.co.za W: www.bollore-logistics.com
T: 087 940 9256 / 010 534 6054
PROCESS AUTOMATION (Pty) Ltd FORKLIFTS E: [email protected] Maritime Logistics
T: +27 11 397 2800 W: www.atonengineering.co.za
F: +27 86 560 7390 T: +27 (0) 860 111-407
W: www.lilac.co.za FORKLIFT ACCESORIES M: +27 (0) 82 372-6465
E: [email protected]
BARCODING/SCANNING W: www.maritimeshipping.co.za

Newland Goscor Hi-Reach Eternity Technologies PACKAGING

T: +27 (0) 11 533 8010 T: +27 (0) 11 908-4881 T: +27 (0) 11 965-1875 Future Packaging
E: [email protected] F: +27 (0) 11 908-6951 M: +27 (0) 73 361-6601
W: pressoffice.itweb.co.za/newlan- E: [email protected] E: [email protected] T: 011 794 3310
did/index.php W: www.goscorhireach.co.za W: www.eternitytechnologies.com E: [email protected]
W: www.futurepack.co.za
BULK HANDLING Jungheinrich South Africa FORKLIFT CONSULTANTS

T: +27 (0)10 596 8460
E: [email protected]

ROS International Linde Material Handling Culmen Pyrotec

T: +27 72 444-1010 T: +27 (0) 11 723-7000 C: 083 254 2604 Tel: 011 611 1820
E: [email protected] E: [email protected] T: +27 (0) 12 804 8244 Fax: 011 611 1834
W: www.ros-intl.co.za E: [email protected] W: www.culmen.co.za Email: [email protected]
W: www.linde-mh.co.za Website: www.pyrotec.co.za

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BUYERS GUIDE UNIT CONVEYING
PALLETS & CONTAINERS
Knapp Logistics
Store Lab
T: +27 (0) 11 465-9284
T: +27 (0) 11 708-0135 M: +27 (0) 72 255-0352
F: +27 (0) 86 696-4099 E: [email protected]
E: [email protected] W: www.knapp.com

CHEP WAREHOUSING

T: +27 (0) 31 267-9300 CELL C
M: +27 (0) 82 317-1343
E: [email protected] T: +27 (0) 84 777-6477
W: www.chep.com E: [email protected]
W: www.cellc.co.za
PROPERTIES
Fortna
Growthpoint Universal Storage
T: +27 (0) 11 028-5900
T: +27 (0) 11 944-6288 T: +27 (0) 11 793-1111 E: [email protected]
M: +27 (0) 83 628-2442 F: +27 (0) 86 724-5304 W: www.fortna.com
M: +27 (0) 72 672-0983
RACKING
Spode storage
Acrow Racking & Shelving
T: 011 100 4772
T: +27 (0) 11 824-1527 E: [email protected]
T: +27 (0) 11 824-3681 W: www.spodestorage.co.za
E: [email protected]
RECRUITMENT

Dexion Flexcom Stab-a-Load BOOK YOUR ADVERT
SPACE
T: +27 (0) 21 552-0220 Professional Recruitment Services T: +27 (0) 11 900-3909
F: +27 (0) 86 517-2949 M: +27 82 9444 009; F: +27 (0) 900-2559 TODAY FOR THE
E: [email protected] E: [email protected] E: [email protected] NOV/DEC
F: 086 575 9583
Krost Shelving & Racking W: www.flexcomrecruitment.co.za SEW 2017 ISSUE IN
SUPPLY NETWORK
T: +27 (0) 11 827-5555 TRANSPORT & T: +27 82 770 8796
E: [email protected] DISTRIBUTION E: [email protected] AFRICA
W: www.sew.co.za
Palian Solutions4u CONTACT LELANIE:
Tel: 011 740 0152
T: +27 (0) 11 708-0222 T: +27 (0) 11 900-8010/12 Email:
M: +27 (0) 84 703-1926 M: +27 (0) 82 337-6815
E: [email protected] E: [email protected] [email protected]
W: www.palian.co.za

SSI Schaefer Waterfall

T: +27 (0) 11 707-2600 T: +27 (0) 87 845 1132
F: +27 (0) 11 707-2620 M: +27 (0) 83 675 9962
E: [email protected] E: [email protected]
W: www.ssi-schaefer.com W: www.waterfallcity.co.za

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Consulting & Supplier of:

Automated Storage Systems Material Handling Equipment

CombiLift Equipment
JLG Lifts
Rental Equipment
Battery bay set ups
Picking trolleys