Sappma takes firm stance on quality products

31st May 2018

Sappma takes firm stance on quality products

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

Sashnee Moodley:

The Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association is taking a no-nonsense, uncompromising stance on the quality of pipes that are manufactured by its members. Melissa Zisengwe tells us more.

Melissa Zisengwe:

Sappma CEO Jan Venter tells Engineering News about the importance of plastic pipes in infrastructure. He also explains the importance of quality, long-term pipes.

Sappma CEO Jan Venter:

Melissa Zisengwe:

Sappma CEO Jan Venter:

Melissa Zisengwe:

Sappma is operating in an industry that is facing financial and various other challenges. The association says it has become all too easy for pipe producers to want to take shortcuts or compromises on quality by using inferior raw materials. Venter explains the steps Sappma takes if a member’s pipes are not up to standard during a quality audit.

Sappma CEO Jan Venter:

Melissa Zisengwe:

Venter explains why the media is important in the work that the association does

Sappma CEO Jan Venter:

Sashnee Moodley:

That’s Creamer Media’s Real Economy Report. Join us again next week for more news and insight into South Africa’s real economy.