The Secunda Branch ended 2015 on a high note and started 2016 on an even higher one. On 13 November, we hosted our first ever formal branch year-end function at Graceland Casino and Country Club. A total ...
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At this stage it should be no secret that South Africa is in for a bumpy ride in terms of 2016. So, to kick off our year with an AGM designed to assist members with planning, the branch was addressed ...
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The Durban branch of the SAIMC holds their technology meetings on the 1st Wednesday of each month which means that the dates are as follows:    • 6 April    • 4 May    • 1 June    • 6 July    • 22 July: Golf day, ...
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The Vaal branch had its kickoff braai on 5 February. Important dates for the rest of the year are as follows:    • 3 March – Technology Evening.    • 7 April – Technology Evening.    • 5 May – Technology Evening. ...
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Exciting times To me, changing times also spell exciting times. A month ago, I made significant changes to my personal and professional life. These changes brought me to the SAIMC’s leadership desk during ...
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2015 finished on a strong note for the Durban branch with the Branch Patron Exhibition Evening, held in December at the Durban Country Club. Hosted annually, this successful evening gives Branch Patrons ...
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For the November Technology Evening, the last for 2015, the Vaal branch had an opportunity to learn about the effects of wireless instruments in hazardous locations.    Gary Friend from Extech showed ...
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New journey – humbling experiences Although daunted, I am looking forward to the amazing opportunity of serving as the president of one the most agile and prominent organisations in local industry. Joining ...
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Year-end function    The last meeting for the year was a social function held on 4 November to celebrate the end of the year and our achievements to date. Members were encouraged to play a round of putt-putt ...
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At the October Technology Evening, the Vaal branch had the privilege of attending the first of a two-part series on intrinsic safety (IS) and hazardous area instruments, presented by Gary Friend, the ...
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The Durban branch held its annual dinner at the Durban Country Club on 14 November 2015. With a packed venue of 220 guests, and a great buzz of enthusiasm and excitement, the evening kicked off with entertainer ...
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Time to hand over the reins It is with mixed feelings that I write this, my last Presidents letter. Sad, because I really enjoyed the privilege of leading such an esteemed organisation and helping it ...
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