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a set of GT Radial tyres to the value of R5 000.00

Redisa – We are making headway

Bandag SA – “We are here to stay”

Marangoni concludes SA deal

Right to Repair Campaign is launched

New man at Trentyre helm

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editor Liana Shaw

technical consultant Wray Shaw

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Contents A note fromthe editor

‘Waste not, want not’. This proverbial

saying, first recorded in 1772, is perhaps

as apt today as it was back then. A major

focus for the global manufacturing sector

is to reduce waste, recycle whatever it can

and dispose of the balance in a socially

responsible, environmentally friendly

manner. No small feat and very much the

theme of this quarter’s issue.

With the Redisa Waste Tyre Management Plan – the only government approved scrap tyre disposal initiative – now in effect for more than two years, we look back on the progress made, much of it amid industry criticism surrounding its allegedly tardy start. Just how far the has company has come over the last twelve months and what strides have been made in the quest to rid South Africa of its growing pile of waste rubber is the subject of our feature story on page 11, in which Redisa highlights targets and milestones reached to date whilst also outlining its goals for the short to medium term.

Staying with Redisa for a moment, the company recently felt compelled to honour respective individuals associated with the waste tyre management process at a special Gala event, details of which can be found on page 21.

And with the obvious synergy that exists between Recycling and Retreading, we also bring you an exclusive update on Bandag SA who shed light on the future of the company, introduce you to the new man at the helm of Trentyre, and bring you the story behind the announcement that Italian tyre company, Marangoni Spa, has invested in a well-known South African rubber company, Leader Rubber.

On a different, but equally important note, we are pleased to announce that we are in the throes of converting our subscriber base so as to be able to make personal delivery of your copy of SA TREADS in the months and years to come. Having struck an agreement with Media Support which enjoys representation in all the major Metropolitan areas, means that in time, the majority of our readers will no longer be receiving their copy via the SA Post Office.

The recent strikes coupled with the inefficiencies that ensued, necessitated finding an alternative solution to ensure safe delivery of your copy to you, our valued readers.

As this is a massive undertaking, and teething problems are bound to surface during the transition period, should you not receive your copy of the magazine please let us know.

Finally, if you happen to be on the market for a new set of tyres, you stand in line to win a set of GT Radial tyres to the value of R5 000.00 in this quarter’s competition, (see page 36 for details). You have to be in it to win it!

Winter is finally upon us, so wrap up warm, sit back and enjoy this quarter’s instalment.

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Bandag Southern Africa, 10 years on – We are here to stay ...............2

Focus on Waste Tyres – REDISA – We are making headway ............................11

Industry news

Right to Repair Campaign event brings burning issues to the fore .... 17

Redisa recognises contributors to Waste Tyre Plan .......................... 21

New man at Trentyre helm ............................................................... 22

Traffic officers gear up for tyre checks ............................................. 25

Marangoni acquires stake in Leader Tread ....................................... 30

Goodyear news

Top German magazines announce Goodyear as top

winner in summer tyre tests ............................................................. 28

Close customer collaboration supports optimal tyre performance ... 29

world news

Hunter Quick Check System Three-Minute Inspection Process ....... 33

Stamford Tyres – Falken Partnership celebrates 40 years ................ 34

World premier launch from Hankook at Autopromotec 2015 .......... 34

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2 • O n e - o n - O n e

One-On-One with BandaG SOuTheRn afRica

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Having celebrated its 10th Anniversary this year as a Proudly South African and fiercely independent company, we caught up with Bandag SA executive directors

John Laskarides and Laurent Colrat at their premises in Alrode, Johannesburg, for a sneak preview of what lies ahead for this dynamic retreading concern.

Laurent Colrat John Laskarides

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First, congratulations on achieving the 10-year milestone. Where to

from here, and to what do you attribute the success the company has

achieved thus far?

Suffice to say that in today’s trading environment sole reliance on

product is not sufficient. Having arrived at this realisation few years

ahead of obtaining the Bandag licence for the southern African region,

we decided to adopt a ‘Customer-centric’ approach to market that would

include innovation not only with respect to product quality, but also with

respect to the services surrounding it. In short, we began working on

a Complete Package Offering that could be suitably adapted and tailor

made to the individual needs of our respective customers.

In a bid to push the concept of ‘total cost over price’ in a price-driven

market, we accepted that we would need to drive innovation in the areas

of tread rubber design, instruments, management tools and other such

initiatives, and this is precisely what we have focused on over the last

10 years. In today’s market, quality of product is assumed but specific

tools and skills are required to demonstrate value.

With this in mind we developed a number of different product offerings.

We also owe much of our success to the loyalty of our franchisees and

end user customers. They are accustomed to the quality and innovation

we bring to the market and see the benefit in the implementation of

these differentials. We thank them for their continued support and look

forward to extending our partnerships even further.

Such as?

In line with our ‘Customer-centric’ approach, we introduced our

National Fleet Programme in 1999 as one of our ‘SA Solutions to

market’, an initiative which has been well received. And to support this

Programme we further introduced a team of service engineers, sourced

and trained in-house, who are now among the most valued employees

on our payroll.

Over the last decade we have also developed in-house data and

management tools to allow for ease of capturing and reporting and to

assist us in managing tyre surveys and scrap analyses, all in the interests

of assisting our customers in achieving the lowest possible cpk and

continuously demonstrating the value of our package.

And of course, when it comes to product we will not compromise on

our motto “Quality is the best Recipe”. Over the last 10 years we have

continued to evolve our product offering to include the full spectrum

line up for every application and operating condition.

Equally exciting is the launch of our new value brand, Axia. Now four

years in circulation, Axia makes 21% of our product line with premium

products accounting for 42%.

At the outset, your business consisted of five BTS franchises. What

do they currently number?

We have grown to 42 independent BTS franchises in the last 10 years.

More important, our factory network is the largest in South Africa.

Are you looking to increase the number of franchises?

Although the interest in joining our network continues unabated, we

are conscious not to create internal competition as this would be in

violation of our licensing agreement which sets out strict parameters

when it comes to trading territory.

Speaking of licensing agreements, when does yours expire and what

does this mean for Bandag SA in the long-term, bearing in mind that

SA is the only country that is currently exempt from the Bridgestone-

Bandag acquisition which was concluded during December 2006?

Our current licence expires in November 2019. Traditionally, we only

apply for an extension two years ahead of the expiration date.

And should a renewal not be granted?

Given that we procure our own rubber, via our own plant, dispose of

our waste tyres through our own Recycling plant and more important

perhaps, that we are not impacted by the current trend in the market

to control casings via the retreading process, we are confident that

Bandag SA will be an attractive proposition to many. In fact, we have

already received offers from interested parties.

Does this mean the company is up for sale?

No, it most definitely does not. Selling the company is not on the

table.

We are engaged in a massive investment drive by way of new

programmes, coupled with a R75 million injection into our plant.

The property is ours, as is the equipment, and collectively Bandag

SA’s three executive directors boast close on 60 years of retreading

experience. What is more, the company has grown exponentially, year

on year.

We are therefore in a strong position to tackle whatever the market

may throw our way.

❝ Quality is the best Recipe”. Over the last

10 years we have continued to evolve our product

offering to include the full spectrum line up for

every application and operating condition. ❞

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What do you believe are some of the challenges facing the retreading

sector?

The market is changing. With the world’s leading new tyre companies

now also owning their own precure rubber, the control over casings

is becoming paramount. Add to this the global move on their part

towards direct selling to the detriment of the tyre dealer who is being

short-circuited, and you are left with a definite market shift. Except in

our case. We refuse to cave in to this trend. All our business takes

place via our BTS and retreading franchises.

Currently, retreading is still competitive but, the implosion of Asian

tyres is placing considerable pressure on the stock retread market in

particular. This influx of ‘cheapies’ is commoditising retreads, which

obviously is somewhat disturbing to the retreading community.

Luckily, South Africa maintains a strong retreading legacy, boasting

one of the highest retread-to-new tyre ratios in the world.

There also seems to be a definite split within the end user market, with

sophisticated fleets that understand total cost of ownership making up

the first category, and those that are focused on the initial purchase

price in the second.

The challenge for any professional retreader, we believe, is to remain

focused on the first group. We need to drive home the concept that

total cost over price will deliver the desired cpk.

Our products have never been the cheapest, nor do we wish to be,

however, it is important to keep proving our worth to our customers

by supplying cost-cutting solutions and innovative product and service

offerings. And it is important to mention that these solutions and

innovations start with a customer focus. Our customer up approach

provides the basis for long term relationships – not purely transactional

ones.

Our non-affiliation to any one particular new tyre brand further places

us in a unique position in that we are able to independently make

recommendations to our customers not only where retreading is

concerned but also with respect to new tyre brands.

Speaking of being independent and touching once more on the long

term destiny of Bandag SA, how are your franchisees reacting to

rumours in the marketplace that the company could, in time, find

itself operating under the auspices of Bridgestone?

Domestically, Bridgestone is in the unique position of possessing

its own retreading network, which would obviously create a huge

challenge in this market in terms of incorporating an opposition player

into the mix. All we are prepared to say at this point in time is that the

current micro economic environment is conducive to the independent

dealer and that our network is certainly intent on remaining independent.

What is the forecast for the retreading sector in SA, in your view?

On the positive side, retreading is well accepted in this country but market

saturation is unlikely to promote any real growth in this segment. What we

are currently seeing is a bigger polarisation taking place with the market

largely characterised by premium or budget line products, leaving little

room for mid-range product offerings.

And to reiterate, we firmly believe that only professional retreaders who

continue to improve on their product quality and service will ultimately

survive.

Are you intending to launch any new products this year?

The development of new product lines remains uppermost in our mind.

In the third or fourth quarter we will be launching our new premium tread

design. Currently, we are conducting over 10 000 tyre inspections per

month, a figure which we are looking to increase substantially this year

as well.

You mentioned earlier that Bandag SA also operates its own Recycling

plant?

Bandag SA has an interest in a rubber recycling plant. This diversification

came as a result of our support for REDISA and its environmental initiatives.

Coupled to this, we envisioned the need our customers will have for an

effective solution for tyre disposal. What’s more, we support this recycling

plant by purchasing rubber crumb which meets our quality standards. You

will notice here the emphasis mentioned earlier – self-sufficiency with the

intention of benefitting the entire supply chain.

Any final thoughts?

As mentioned earlier Bandag SA is a fully independent and self-sufficient

organisation. Proudly South African, we have reached multiple important

milestones over the last decade, all of which have cemented our presence

in the market. Our passion for innovation has reaped dividends and we will

continue along this path in the years to come.

We’re just getting started! Watch this space…

❝ Our passion for innovation has reaped

dividends and we wil l continue along this path

in the years to come. ❞

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F o c u s o n W a s t e T y r e s • 1 1

Two years ago Redisa officially began its operations to rid South Africa of its growing pile of waste tyres. in that time, as the only Waste Tyre Management Plan approved by government, REDISA has had its work cut out, not only in terms of tackling the daunting task at hand, but also when it came to meeting market expectations. Periodically, the company has come under fire for allegedly failing to

RediSa – We aRe MaKinG headWaY

deliver on its service delivery by way of collections, both from the dealer camp and from the new tyre manufacturing segment. Much heated debate surrounding the waste tyre levy which came into effect on 1 February 2013 and is payable to REDISA, irrespective of whether scrap tyre collections take place or not, had further exacerbated frustrations being experienced by industry.

When concerns started surfacing REDISA was quick to remind industry

however, that the REDISA plan was a five-year roll out plan and that it would

therefore be unrealistic to expect an instant solution to the problem. The

company further pointed out that a major objective of the REDISA plan was

job creation among previously disadvantaged communities, a commitment

that is strongly supported by both REDISA and government. The Section

21 non-profit company further pointed out that empowering individuals of

little means was bound to present its own set of logistical challenges. In a

bid to explain why service delivery might be compromised on occasion,

they appealed to industry to bear with them and support them in their

efforts to achieve these worthy aims.

Another reason provided by REDISA for the delay in implementation, was

a legal challenge, for a number of reasons, of the Act, by the RMI (Retail

Motor Industry). Any delays post this however, were in no part due to any

legal action being taken by the RMI, claims the RMI.

Said Hedley Judd, (Director of the Tyre Dealers and Fitment Association of

the RMI): “We are supportive of any Waste Management plan that benefits

industry provided that the plan operates as a holistic, fully-functional entity

that delivers on the promises made to industry and government. In the

interests of representing our members in a fair and responsible manner, we

further need to ensure that REDISA ( a non-profit organisation), operates

as a transparent concern at all times and in all aspects of its business

endeavours.

Recent figures furnished by REDISA indicate some pleasing progress with

a total of 93 821 tonnes of waste tyres having been collected between

December 2013 and January 2015, coupled with the establishment of 34

depots across all nine provinces.

In addition, REDISA claims that 1149 new jobs had been created over this

period, nationwide and that the company is currently collecting scraps from 1

648 dealers across the country. They further pledge to service more dealers

and to establish more collection points as the five-year roll out Plan unfolds.

“2014 was used to get a handle and confirm production statistics,” claimed

Director, Stacey Davidson. “The SA economy produced 236 514 tonnes

of tyres for the year, of which 177 385 tonnes became waste tyres. In turn,

REDISA was able to collect 56 436 tonnes of waste, thereby allowing us

to overachieve on our target set the Department of Environment Affairs

by 2%. Through the application of the ‘Waste into Worth’ concept, in the

tyre industry, REDISA has been able to fulfil a mandate of job creation and

to bring order to South Africa’s recycling of tyres, to a market that only

processed 10 000 tonnes of tyres each year for the 240 000 tonnes sold.”

Davidson further states that REDISA will continue to implement the five

year rollout plan, and that in year two, will aim to achieve dealing with a

maximum of 50% of all waste tyres arising, which she believes will lead to

greater job creation opportunities and business growth.

She added: “Our mandate is to create jobs and protect our shared interest in

the environment by helping to build a self-sustaining industry that is financially

viable. No small feat, but one we are well on our way to achieving with over

1 900 people now employed or earning as a direct result of REDISA. Within

two years, we have already exceeded our yearly targets.”

Next step – collection of mining/OTR tyres

With respect to the collection and ultimate disposal of larger waste tyres such

as the ones used in the mining sector, Davidson explains that transporters

registered with the REDISA Plan currently collect tyres from dealers and

other collection points which are then housed at the nearest depot. There, the

tyres are either downsized for use by various recyclers given their particular

requirements, baled into manageable blocks which are easier to store and

transport to recyclers, or sent directly to recyclers in their normal form.

“The OTR tyre is too large to transport so in order for REDISA to incorporate

it into the existing supply chain, we needed to explore the Technology options

available to downsize and thereby facilitate transportation to recyclers,”

explained Davidson.

“REDISA is currently running a pilot project and has partnered with a number

of mining operations in order to research the revenue model. We are testing

the technology and its viability before implementing the collection of these

❝ Our mandate is to create

jobs and protect our shared

interest in the environment by

helping to build a self-sustaining

industry that is financially viable.

Within two years, we have

already exceeded our yearly

targets ❞

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tyres. The issue faced is that by law, mining companies are responsible

for developing abatement plans, however, the technology did not exist to

make these plans possible. It is this technology that REDISA is beginning to

introduced in the pilot project alongside the revenue models.

“We are in the process of resolving the licensing of the mobile machines

which is being dealt with by the Department of Environmental Affairs. Once

this is issued we will be ready to process.”

turning waste into worthSpeculation as to the secondary phase of the REDISA plan - the recycling

process - is rife, with allegations that most of the depots are filled to capacity.

Fears that the depots may not be able to accommodate an increasing number

of scrap tyres for much longer, especially once REDISA reaches their

intended target – the 100% collection mark - are circulating.

In response Davidson says that REDISA does not recycle tyres, nor does the

company own any of the small businesses (transporters, recyclers) that have

been established for this purpose.

“REDISA supplies tyre feedstock to recyclers at no cost, so that the recycling

business can focus on its core business, that of increasing revenue and

ultimately creating more job opportunities.

“That being said, we can confirm that the tyre disposal rate has been pushed

up to 32%, against a target of 30%, and that the ultimate goal is a disposal

rate of 100% by 2017. 12 recyclers – operating in a waste management

environment independent of government and industry - now have a

recycling capacity of 38% which is a unique model, so much so that it has

got the attention of the European parliament and other world bodies.”

Davidson went on to say that their strategy for this year was to continue

to meet the requirements as outlined in the REDISA plan, particularly

in line with supporting the development of SMMEs and

recyclers which will further drive development of

the tyre recycling industry in South Africa. She

added that this development will be achieved

predominantly through investment in

infrastructure, business support and

research into new applications for waste.

“Going forward, REDISA will play

a critical role in developing an

environment in which the new tyre

recycling industry can continue

to thrive, resulting in increased

job opportunities and the

development of SMMEs,” suggested

Davidson. “By continuing to meet our mandate of job creation, new

industry development and creating a viable circular economy within the tyre

industry, all while cleaning the environment, we believe that we will have

a tangible impact on South African communities, and assist government in

meeting the job creation targets outlined in the NDP.”

“We have injected 80% of the waste management fee back into local

communities by creating a market for the handling of waste. The first of our

depots to be established is soon to become wholly owned and run by its

management team, creating more jobs as it grows. This is a uniquely South

African solution to the globally shared concerns of the environment as well

as unemployment, and stands to lead the world.

Developing a circular economyOf course the recycling of a waste product such as a tyre takes on even

greater significance when considering the multitude of uses that can be

derived further than the end of their accepted lifecycle.

“Reintroducing tyre derivatives will go a long way towards reducing our

reliance on fossil fuels,” echoed Davidson.

And the only way to achieve this, according to Davidson, is through the

development of a successful and sustainable circular economy, that via its

implementation, is able to not only reduce the environmental impact of tyre

waste but is also able to address a multitude of socio-economic needs.

“The rubber recycling industry has been enhanced because we have created

a means for them to secure their feedstock thereby allowing them to focus

on their core business and become more competitive and viable,” argued

Davidson. “Developing a circular economy goes much further than recycling

(given that this is often energy intensive) and there is a strong business case

for its development. Analysis by McKinsey estimates that shifting in this

direction could add $1 trillion to the global economy by 2015 as well as

create 100 000 new jobs within the next five years.”

According to Davidson, in the coming months the REDISA team will continue

to meet and converse with entrepreneurs to discuss solutions to the many

challenges being faced in terms of developing these new small business

owners.

“Our aim is to create a true balance between government requirements,

environmental sustainability and industry ambition, through our waste

management system by contributing to the economy and creating jobs in the

process,” she concluded.

Laudable aspirations indeed, which if and when they are achieved will be a

testament to the company’s business model that is being dubbed by the

European Union as a ‘world-first’ initiative.

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On 8 May over 150 select delegates attended a breakfast event, hosted by the

Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA) at Automechanika, dedicated to

the Right to Repair Campaign.

Among the delegates were representatives from NAAMSA; franchise dealer

groups; independent dealer associations; various universities, the Automotive

Industry Development Council; DTi; neighbouring countries, and the National

Consumer Commission.

“This is the largest gathering to date of significant people in the industry and

rightfully so for such an important topic, the Right to Repair,” says Vishal

Premlall, Director of MIWA.

MIWA, which represents 2 500 independent aftermarket dealers, launched the

Right to Repair Campaign in 2013 and has been leading the way to bring about

change since then. “South African legislature needs to follow the international

Right to Repair trend which promotes South Africa’s existing consumer and

competition laws,” explains Premlall.

In essence the Right to Repair Campaign allows consumers to select where

their vehicles are serviced, maintained and repaired at competitive prices in the

workshop of their choice.

“There is a need for a fair and competitive regulatory environment that enables

freedom of choice for the consumers and that gives aftermarket Small Medium

Enterprises a chance to stay in business,” he adds.

Guest speakers at the event included two international guests; namely Neil

Pattemore, Technical Advisor to both FIGIEFA (Association of European

parts distributors) and the EGEA (European Garage Equipment Association)

andHartmut Röhl, FIGIEFA President.

“Both Neil and Hartmut have been championing the Right to Repair cause in

Europe with great success. It was exciting to hear about the Europe’s automotive

aftermarket structure, and the work that FIGIEFA is doing in Brussels.” Along

with that the speakers covered an overview of the current EU legal framework

for vehicle spare parts, servicing and repair.

Pattemore also addressed the ‘game changing’ challenge created by technical

innovation and the control of in-vehicle data for the Aftermarket. This included

an overview of the latest legal developments in European legislation on e-

Call and telematics including access for independent market operators to

connected vehicles. He also looked at the implications of telematics for free

consumer choice and their impact on a competitive automotive aftermarket

value chain.

Les Mc Master, National Chairman of MIWA, and Jan Jooste, Director of

Innovation at the Vaal University of Technology, completed the speaker line-

up. Mc Master provided an update on the progress status of the Campaign in

South Africa and highlighted what needs to be done to make Right to Repair a

reality in South Africa.

Jooste, who has been instrumental in conducting research in South Africa

relating to the Right to Repair Campaign, shared the findings of his study with

the attendees.

“This event has been ground breaking. We have brought vital role players

together and tackled sensitive but burning issues around the Campaign,” says

Premlall. “He adds that through collaboration with all affected role players, that

the implementation process could be simplified.”

“Access to information is increasingly important in an era of technological

advancements. Not having access to certain information has allowed OEMs to

monopolise the automotive industry by refusing to provide the requisite codes

for security systems, diagnostic systems and telematics systems, but to name

a few, to independent aftermarket dealers. Where the required codes are not

available, the independent aftermarket dealers are precluded from repairing

those vehicles which leaves the consumer with the franchise dealers as their

only alternative.”

“We believe that both the lack of access to information and the stringent

framework surrounding warranty, maintenance and service plans, minimises,

if not destroys, the consumers right to choose and places OEMs and their

franchise dealers with the exclusive control of that segment of the market. This

imbalance needs to be addressed in South Africa as it has in other parts of the

world, and we will continue to champion the cause until the change is made,”

he concludes.

Right to Repair Campaign event brings burning issues to the fore

(from left) Hartmut Röhl, FIGIEFA President; Les Mc Master, Chairman of MIWA; Neil Pattemore, Technical Advisor to FIGIEFA and the EGEA; and Jan Jooste, Director of Innovation at the Vaal University of Technology, were guest speakers at the Right to Repair breakfast held at Automechanika on 8 May. Vishal Premlall (far right), Director of MIWA, hosted the event acting as MC.

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Redisa recognises contributors to Waste Tyre Plan

Almost two years since the first waste tyres entered the logistics network set

up by REDISA, over 1 900 people have brought to life the REDISA Plan, and

personally realised the opportunities to be found in waste, claims Redisa.

To celebrate the South Africans who have proven that by thinking about waste

differently, and welcoming the opportunities created by correctly implemented

waste management, REDISA hosted a Recognition Awards Dinner on 15 May

at the Sandton Convention Centre; Johannesburg.

“Today we formally celebrate and honour the individuals who have been willing

to get involved and participate in this uniquely South African solution to one

of the world’s biggest problems. We began implementation less than two

years ago, and exceeding all the yearly set milestones in the Plan would not

have been remotely possible were it not for those people who have made the

development of this new tyre recycling industry possible.

The tyre manufacturers, importers, dealers, transporters, depot managers and

recyclers are all essential parts of the chain that has resulted in over 1 900 jobs,

the creation of 178 SMME’s and 95 499 tonnes of waste tyres collected said,

CEO of REDISA.

REDISA claims to recognise the importance of entrepreneurship as an

economic driver and poverty eradicator. It also particularly recognises the

opportunities which lie in the green economy, for all those that are able to

create and identify sustainable solutions and reduce our carbon footprint in

the world.

Over 40 individuals were recognised on the evening for their hard work

and role in bringing the Plan to life.

Please see below a summary of some of the key categories at the awards

ceremony and what each entails:

waste into worth- This award recognises the person/organisation that

sees the value of waste and the contribution that waste plays in driving the

country’s growth though the development of a circular economy. The person/

organisation that epitomises the REDISA ‘Waste into worth’ concept as a brand

ambassador and has best realised the opportunities to be found in waste.

war on waste- This award recognises the person who realises the negative

impact of waste in the environment, and has made it their personal mission to

clear the community in which they live of harmful waste.

Investing in people- This award recognises the person/organisation that has

made a direct impact in their communities through community upliftment and

development.

csI programme- This award is in recognition of the person who sees the

value in educating our youth around recycling and the opportunities that can

be found in waste. He/she is constantly making an effort to educate and plant

and water the seed in the minds of our youth given that the future begins with

the youth.

Research and innovation-This award recognises the person/organisation that

through their research has contributed to advancement and innovation in the

field of recycling and economic development.

Minister of the Department of Environmental

Affairs, Edna Molewa at the REDISA

Recognition Awards, she says waste will

be a thing of the past.

(Left to right): Mr Xolani Qubeka-REDISA non–executive Chairman, Minister of DEA Edna Molewa, CSI programme nominees Gavin Thomas, story writer and activist Elinor Sisulu, story writer and poet Gcina Mhlophe, Dr Sindiwe Magona and REDISA CEO Hermann Erdmann.

Xolani Qubeka - REDISA non-executive Chairman addressing the attendees at the Inaugral REDISA Recognition Awards

REDISA Director, Charlie Kirk with story writer and

activist Elinor Sisulu.

2 2 • I n d u s t r y N e w s

new man at Trentyre helmFebruary saw the appointment of a new man

at the helm of Trentyre. Todd Tyler, who

succeeds Nigel Sowerby. He hails from the

USA, boasting a long and diverse career with

the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company.

Having graduated from the University of

Akron, Ohio, in 1996, Tyler obtained his

Master’s Degree in Business Administration

in 2000 from Baldwin-Wallace College, Berea,

Ohio. He began his working career with the Sherwin-Williams Company

in Cleveland, Ohio, as a Field Audit Supervisor in 1995, remaining with

the company until 1999 occupying several positions, among them,

Senior Cost Analyst, Consumer Group.

Working his way up the ranks, he spent a year as Senior Financial

Analyst in Walton Hills where he was responsible for the accounting

and financial reporting for the Polymer-Additives Division, a further

three years as Business Manager, where he became responsible for

the development, implementation and management of the business

strategy for the Polymer Additives Division’s Stabilizer Business Unit.

Other roles within the Goodyear organisation included Team Leader –

Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Director, Financial Planning &

Analysis and VP & CFO, Wingfoot Commercial Tire Systems. His most

recent role as VP, Operations, Wingfoot Commercial Tire Systems, saw

him responsible for all aspects of operations for this $800M wholly-owned

subsidiary of Goodyear, North America’s largest commercial tyre dealer and

retread manufacturer with 180 locations in 37 states. Responsibilities included

retail store policy and procedure, retread manufacturing, environmental,

health & safety, fleet, information technology, real estate and equipment.

A major accomplishment included leading the operations team from a reactive

management approach to a process-driven one, significant improvements in

safety plus a 10% reduction in employee turnover. In addition, he designed

and implemented an organisational and strategic restructuring in 2012,

realigning the business with Goodyear’s strategy and reducing overhead

costs by $9M annually.

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According to the SATMC,

Traffic officers patrolling

some of the busiest stretches

of road in the country are

now well equipped with the

technical and legal expertise

to detect and fine drivers

using unsafe tyres.

The South African Tyre Manufacturers Conference (SATMC) has partnered

with the N3 Toll Concession (N3TC), offering in-depth training and practical

workshops to provide valuable hands-on tyre knowledge for traffic

officials and police who work on the N3 route between two busy cities;

Johannesburg to Durban.

Nobuzwe Mangcu, managing executive at the SATMC says, “Traffic officers

can play an active part in highlighting to motorists that a tyre needs to be

replaced. Their attention to detail and ability to notice the tell-tale warning

signs of a tyre that could burst or loose traction is vital to our goal to save

more lives on our roads.”

To address the need for increased awareness of tyre faults and improved

technical knowledge, the SATMC conducted training sessions in partnership

with the N3TC for more than 120 municipal and provincial traffic officials,

weighbridge inspectors, and police officers at Mooi Plaza, Tugela Plaza,

Harrismith and Heidelberg last week.

The SATMC, a representative body of four manufacturing companies in

South African, who are Bridgestone, Continental, Goodyear and Sumitomo,

is dedicated to the increased tyre safety among South African public law

enforcers as well as road users.

“Tyres have to bear the entire weight of the car, the passengers and the

cargo in addition to shock absorption, steering and braking.” Mangcu

added. “Drivers are well aware of the risks of driving with damaged tyres

and that doing so puts the lives of everyone on the road at risk.” “Talking

about it is no longer enough, we are going out and empowering traffic

officials so they can raise driver awareness about these risks.”

The finer details of the regulations of the National Road Traffic Act were

explained to officials who conduct routine vehicle inspection at roadside

check-points. Importantly participants were reminded that according to

law, no person can drive a vehicle that is equipped with a tyre that is in

such a state of disrepair that it can cause damage to the road surface or

is likely to be a danger to themselves and other road users. Drivers that

disobey this law could be fined up to a maximum of R500, depending on

municipal by-laws.

Workshop participants learnt about the tyre manufacturing process, what

the product identification

markings on a tyre mean

and regulations on the use

of regrooved tyres. They

learnt about how to spot the

tell-tale signs of a damaged

tyre and how to check the

Tread Wear Indicator (TWI).

Traffic officials participated

in a practical exercise where together with an expert SATMC tyre specialist

they inspected and assessed tyre quality and tread on a variety of vehicles

including sedans, minibus taxis and trucks.

Officials attending the workshop raised concerns about the poor quality of

tyres on many vehicles they inspect. “When I show them that their tyres

look bad, the usual response is that they will change them at the end of the

month, but then we find that the next time they are stopped, they are still

driving with the same old tyres,” said one traffic officer.

The N3TC manage a distance of 423 kilometres between the towns of

Heidelberg in Gauteng and Cedara in KwaZulu-Natal. Sam Motshabi,

northern section Road Incident Management System (RIMS) manager at

N3TC said that the route is one of the busiest in the country. “Minimum

average daily traffic volumes on a normal day is 4000 trucks and another

12 000 other vehicles travelling on the N3. That’s just on a normal day.”

Over the Easter holidays, Motshabi said that volumes increased to 2000

vehicles per hour.

Broken pieces of retreaded tyres are a nightmare for Motshabi’s team. He

says that N3TC Route Services team under TollCare management, picks up

about 635 pieces of tyres on the road per month. “Truck tyres should be

changed before there is a chance that the tread may break off. The amount

of retread we collect shows that there is a problem with the tyre quality of

many vehicles and it is a hazard for other motorists,” says Motshabi. Tyre

pressure also plays an important role in the life of a tyre and Motshabi

added that motorists should have the right pressure before the journey

commences.

“Talking directly to drivers is very valuable. We also need to find

opportunities to talk directly to fleet owners to ensure that they meet their

responsibilities too”.

“Our partnership with N3TC is very valuable, we’re very glad to find ways to

improve road safety on this and other major routes. We hope to continue

the workshops and extend their reach to important players such as taxi

associations, fleet owners, and other organisations.” says Mangcu.

• For more information about the SATMC and the traffic officer training,

contact SATMC at [email protected]

Traffic officers gear up for tyre checks

Traffic officers inspect wheels during a training workshop provided by South African Tyre Manufacturers Conference (SATMC) on tyre safety and the legal requirements when checking tyres on vehicles.

Two of Goodyear’s tyres, the EfficientGrip SUV and the Eagle F1

Asymmetric 2, have dominated first place in their respective categories

by two German motoring magazines, Auto Bild, and Auto Zeitung. Tested

against a number of other brands, both tyres came out on top across a

range of comprehensive summer tyre tests.

efficientGrip suV

Goodyear’s premium SUV tyre, the EfficientGrip SUV, was tested by Auto

Bild magazine against 11 other SUV (215/65 R16) brands at a test centre

in San Angelo Texas. Taking place across 15 wet and dry disciplines such

as traction grass, gravel, sand, mud, and gravel slalom, the EfficientGrip

SUV won outright, displaying “excellent wet grip” and a “very short wet

braking distance”. In addition to this, the EfficientGrip SUV also gave a

good dry performance in terms of steering response and cornering,

earning it first place as the most balanced tyre overall, and an “exemplary”

rating by the test team.

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Another win for the multi-award winning Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2.

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eagle F1 asymmetric 2

In the ultra high performance category, Goodyear’s Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2

was put through its paces by Auto Zeitung magazine against 14 other

ultra high performance (225/40 R18 92W/Y) tyre brands. Fitted to a

1.8 litre Audi A3, the tyres were evaluated in both wet and dry conditions.

With the highest average score of 269 points out of a possible 300, the

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 was crowned the test champion and described as

“safe, fast and even economical”. A great ultra high performance result

for Goodyear, earning the comments “strong cornering, good delay, the

Goodyear on a wet track is one of the best.”

2015 is already off to a roaring start for Goodyear with these two impressive

victories by their EfficientGrip SUV and Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2. As the

overall winners, there can be no doubt these two tyres bring exactly what

is needed to ensure an economical and safe tyre that delivers across all

performance criteria.

G o o d y e a r N e w s • 2 9

Goodyear South Africa’s Truck

division recently hosted the

Unitrans Passenger Engineer

team at the company’s

manufacturing facility in

Uitenhage for an extensive

factory tour. Unitrans Passenger

is a sub-division of KAP

Industrial Holdings, a diversified

manufacturing, integrated timber,

transport, distribution and

logistics company listed on the

Johannesburg Stock Exchange.

The Unitrans Passenger stable

includes Mega Bus, Mega Coach,

Magic Transfers, Greyhound,

Citiliner and Bojanala Bus.

close customer collaborationsupports optimal tyre performance

“The idea of a Goodyear factory visit has been

on the cards for some time. During a tyre

scrap analysis we agreed that a need for more

in-depth tyre knowledge exists”, explained

Unitrans Technical Director, Leon Nelson.

The Unitrans group toured the entire facility,

viewing the complete tyre manufacturing cycle

with insight into some of the finer technical

aspects of tyre construction.

“The visit was an enormous success and

very beneficial. We realise the importance

of quality suppliers, such as Goodyear.

Suppliers play a vital role in the success

of our business. Our goal is continuous

improvement - what was good yesterday is

not acceptable today and this motto can only

be achieved with teamwork. Based on our

experience, we are confident in the reliability

and service life of Goodyear tyres. Thanks

to that we are able to effectively manage and

optimise our fleet maintenance expenses.

Goodyear tyres are premium, high quality

products”, expressed Nelson.

“Unitrans Passenger has been a Goodyear

customer for the past 26 years. Their total Tyre

CPK (Cost per Kilometre) compares favourably

to other coach and commuter companies

in the local market. They have won various

awards, including the Road Freight Association

Safety Award for the past five years. Goodyear

and Unitrans Passenger share technology on

an on-going basis, focusing on fuel saving,

tyre design and safety. Unitrans Passenger

fits a broad spectrum of Goodyear commercial

tyres including LHS II, LHD II, MSS II and RHS

II. Unitrans Passenger is the flagship of the

coach and commuter industry and our close

association with them is highly valued. They

are a key customer and will remain a focus

for us”, said Andre Human, Goodyear Key

Account Manager Africa: Truck.

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Marangoni acquires stake in Leader Tread

Family owned company, Leader Tread – one of South Africa’s well known

independent providers of retreading solutions – was pleased to announce

last month that Italian based Marangoni Retreading Systems had signed

an agreement with Leader Rubber Co. S.A to acquire 25% of the South

African company’s stock by Marangoni Spa.

This agreement is the culmination of a partnership that has been ongoing

for several years, the objective being to strengthen both companies’

presence in Southern Africa and the African continent at large. The size

of the domestic market totalling two million retreads and new tyres, its

proximity to fast-growing markets and easy access to the Gulf region

make South Africa an ideal location for expansion. As one of the BRICS

nations, South Africa is considered one of the world’s five main emerging

economies.

Leader Rubber Co. S.A. has been the exclusive distributor of the Ringtread

System to the South African market for over six years and is the leading

manufacturer of precured tread strips, OTR uncured rubber as well as

consumables and machinery required for the retreading process holding

a leading market share in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Said Brett Sproson: “Marangoni Spa was looking to invest in the emerging

market. The symbiotic relationship that exists between our two respective

companies after six years of trading provided an obvious opportunity for

From left: Roberto Santorum, Andrew Summers, Brett Sproson and Vitoantonio Magistrale.


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expansion plans.”

Allegedly, another factor leading to the decision to acquire a stake in

Leader Rubber was its position in the market.

“What distinguishes this family-run company based in the Johannesburg

industrial district in addition to offering a vast product range in both the

top-end (premium) and the economical segments (budget), is that Leader

Rubber Co. is recognised for its ability to provide its retreader-customers

a complete support structure for servicing, technical training, factory

layout designs and building as well as sales and marketing,” said Roberto

Santorum of Marangoni.

The partnership signed between Marangoni Spa and Leader Rubber

Co. S.A. sees Marangoni invest in the South African company, with

the objective of further strengthening the unique Ringtread System,

developing agreements with local retreaders and growing exports to

markets in Sub-Saharan Africa. It also envisages to allow more efficient

information sharing to further support Leader’s technological and

manufacturing expertise.

The joint venture represents an important development opportunity for

both Marangoni and Leader Rubber Co. S.A. as well as for companies in

Sub Saharan Africa who wish to expand their current product offerings

by utilizing the expertise of this unique partnership. The Italian company

will be able to further expand its globalisation strategy, establishing

operations in a continent with considerable potential for growth, while

the South African company will be able to continue its technological and

commercial development by exploiting the synergies available through its

partnership with Marangoni.

The agreement will also allow for the importation of new tyres from

Marangoni Spa into South Africa which Leader Tread will distribute

exclusively via its customer base.

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For the first time in South Africa, Leaderquip Auto Services displayed the

complete 6 Point Quick Check System of Hunter Engineering Company,

U.S.A. at the Automechanika Show in Johannesburg.

The Quick Check System can allegedly identify repair opportunities in 2:58

minutes. The 6 Point check is said to sport the follwing features:

At the conclusion of the 6 Point Quick Check, a comprehensive easy-to-

understand printout with colour-coded graphics is generated to use when

discussing the diagnosis with the customer. Whilst a separate print-out with

more technical details is generated for the technician’s use.

The Quick Check System is said to offer dozens of installation possibilities,

with configurations for every individual shop.

hunTeR QuicK checK SYSTeMThree-Minute Inspection Process now available in SA

a. stopping check

~ Wheels are tested individually

~ Tests brake force at each wheel and overall vehicle deceleration

Hunter’s brake performance tester provides a real-life evaluation of

a vehicle’s stopping capability in seconds! No need to lift the vehicle

or remove the wheels. The brake tester measures the timing, force

and balance of the brake system in 0:08 seconds. This is much faster

than a visual inspection and it accurately measures the vehicle as it

would perform in a real-life situation on the road. It will also contribute

extensively to road safety, as approximately 12% of vehicles tested will

show braking failure at one or more wheels.

f. wheel alignment

~ Fast verification of alignment need

~ Boost traffic to most profitable undercar service

Hunter’s patented alignment check system is the quickest way to

measure alignment angles that affect tyre life. The test takes less than a

minute to produce total toe and camber measurements for both axles.

With this facility, every vehicle that enters the shop can be checked,

without tying up the wheel alignment bay. Alignment sales will increase

dramatically, as approximately 60% of all vehicles on the road are out

of alignment.

b. emissions check

~ Retrieves emission codes

~ Wirelessly transfers important vehicle information to console

Hunter’s CodeLink for Quick Check connects directly to a vehicle

OBD-II port to retrieve important information concerning emission

control components and vehicle identification number (VIN) in

approximately 10 seconds. It automatically retrieves the VIN, detects

check engine light status, retrieves diagnostic trouble codes, checks

emission monitor status and allows for entry of mileage and tyre

pressure specs into the system. It is compatible with most OBD-II

vehicles (1996 or newer), with wireless communication with the

console. A general diagnostic system review is provided to customer.

It is interesting to note that approximately 10% of all vehicles drive

around with a check engine light on.

c. Battery health

~ Tests batteries to OEM specs

~ Sends results to console wirelessly in 10 seconds

Over 10% of vehicles have a battery-related issue. Hunter’s battery

health test measures a battery’s ability to carry electric current in about

d. tyre Pressure

~ Automatically adjusts air pressure to user-entered OEM spec

~ Records before and after pressures

Hunter’s Integrated Tyre Inflation system will automatically inflate

all four tyres simultaneously. Time is saved by eliminating repeated

manual pressure checks. Corrected tyre pressures are recorded on

the customer’s printout.

e. tyre Health

~ Quick and easy tyre wear check

~ Conditions transmitted to console automatically

In about 30 seconds, Hunter’s patented tread depth gauge provides

a quick and easy assessment of tyre conditions. Tread depth results

are automatically sent to the console and graphically shown on the

customer printout. The tread depth printout shows pass / fail results

for the percentage of the tread depth remaining and the general

condition of the tyres. Over 20% of vehicles have one or more tyres

in need of replacement.

20 seconds! A low-current test signal is used to prevent possible

damage to sensitive electronic components.

World premier launch from hankook at autopromotec 2015Hankook will be using their presence as an exhibitor at

Autopromotec 2015 in Bologna, Italy to present the world premier

for their all-new all season passenger car and SUV tyre ranges.

The all-season PCR pattern – Hankook Kinergy 4S incorporates an

asymmetrical tread which combines the safety and performance

characteristics of a summer tyre on the outer block-style pattern area

with a genuine winter performance characteristics reflected by the

inner siped tread part. The tyre is also certified by the Three Peak

Mountain (3PMSF) mark as well as being technically approved by

leading German car manufacturers.

At the same time the Ventus S1 evo2 SUV pattern includes a tread

specially designed for the increasing SUV vehicle category with

particularly sporty and dynamic genes and the tyre has been chosen

as original equipment on the Porsche Macan and BMW X5. www.

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neW silica technology from goodyearThe European division of Goodyear has confirmed that with immediate

effect it will be using a next-generation form of silica in the production of

its tyres to increase fuel efficiency.

The first tyres to receive this new silica will be the Goodyear EfficientGrip

SUV range which will be released in regions around the world within the

next twelve months. www.satreads.com

stamford tyres – falken partnership celebrates 40 yearsOn 2 May 2015, a dinner was specially hosted at the home of Stamford

Tyres’ President, Mr Wee Kok Wah, to commemorate this milestone. Mr

Ikuji Ikeda, President & CEO of SRI was the guest of honour.

The collaboration between Stamford Tyres began in 1975 with the

introduction of OHTSU tyres. FALKEN tyres entered the fold in 1983.

Stamford Tyres currently holds distribution rights to Falken Tyres in

countries and selected territories in South East Asia, Indian Ocean, Pacific

Ocean and Africa. www.satreads.com

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