From Creamer Media in Johannesburg, this is the Real Economy Report.

Sashnee Moodley:

Local waste management company Interwaste – a Séché Environnement Group company – has launched its R100-million leachate and effluent treatment plant in Delmas, Mpumalanga. The company describes the plant as a “first of its kind in South Africa,” noting that it marks a step forward in environmental stewardship and resource recovery. Sabrina Jardim tells us more.

Sabrina Jardim:

Amid water shortages in South Africa, Interwaste says its leachate and effluent treatment plant marks a key opportunity to actively drive innovative ways to support South Africa’s water conservation requirements, as well as address the water shortage facing the country.

Interwaste CEO Jason McNeil…

Sabrina Jardim:

The company says that the Interwaste leachate and effluent treatment plant represents a paradigm shift in the treatment and processing of various liquid waste streams and is designed to accept and treat various effluent waste across two categories.

These include leachate produced by Interwaste’s own facilities or other waste disposal facilities, and liquid waste streams from various industries such as manufacturing, mining, oil and gas.

Interwaste waste treatment facilities head Antoine Deffay...

Sabrina Jardim:

The plant boasts advanced technologies that treat these waste streams - 43 million ℓ of effluent a year – and also recovers 80% to 90% as clean, reusable water.

The company says the clean water produced by the plant exceeds the Department of Water and Sanitation’s safe discharge limits and will produce around 36 million ℓ of clean water a year.

The Interwaste leachate and effluent treatment plant employs a multi-stage treatment process that ensures the efficient removal of contaminants while maximising water recovery.

By using “cutting-edge” technologies and adhering to stringent quality standards, the company says that the plant sets a new benchmark for environmentally responsible waste treatment.

Interwaste plant manager Moipone Maseko…

Sabrina Jardim:

The Interwaste treatment plant is also designed with sustainability in mind.

The company says that minimal waste generation and responsible chemical usage are integral aspects of its operation, further underscoring Interwaste's commitment to environmental stewardship and reaffirming its position as a leader in innovative waste management solutions.

Interwaste CEO Jason McNeil…

Sashnee Moodley:

Anchored fundamentally in the principle of managing its manufacturing processes, conveyor belt solutions manufacturer and supplier Tru-Trac Rollers’ ongoing investments in state-of-the-art technology and its adherence to strict international quality standards underscore its commitment to excellence. Simone Liedtke, who visited their facility, tells us more.

Simone Liedtke:

Based in Centurion, South Africa, Tru-Trac’s facility combines in-house manufacturing, R&D, and a commitment to a cultivating a progressive workplace culture.

This strategy, according to COO Shaun Blumberg, has reinforced the company’s status as a comprehensive solutions provider in the conveyor solutions sector.

Tru-Trac Rollers COO Shaun Blumberg…          

Simone Liedtke:

The company also aims to maintain a cycle of continuous improvement and commitment to people, thereby ensuring that operations are not only efficient and sustainable, but also beneficial to the broader community.

A core aspect of Tru-Trac’s operational philosophy is fostering a positive work culture that values happiness and job satisfaction among employees, which Tru-Trac GM Franco Cloete elaborates on for us.

Tru-Trac GM Franco Cloete…

Simone Liedtke:

Apart from its after sales support, the company also prides itself on being able to deliver a successful quality product. Cloete explains in more detail.

Tru-Trac GM Franco Cloete…

Sashnee Moodley:

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