South African
Flameproof Association

Explore expert-curated links to affiliated websites offering invaluable insights, products, and services to safeguard your workplace. Enhance safety protocols, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with industry-leading solutions. Useful Links Acts Online - Acts Online provides legislation, including amendments and Regulations, in an intuitive, online format. Use this site as often as you like, everything here is free. Chamber of Mines - News, data, and policy information on the South African Mining industry DEL - South African Department: Employment and Labour DMR - Department of Mineral Resources ECSA - Engineering Council Of South Africa EE Publishers - Web site for the publishers of Vector, Electron, and Energize Explolabs - Including CERTEX Explosive Atmospheres - Technical Committee N° 31: Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Atmospheres IECEx - The IECEx is the IEC scheme for the certification to standards for electrical equipment for explosive atmospheres IEC Webstore - On this Webstore you can buy IEC International Standards for all electrical, electronic and related technologies. SACEA - South Africa Colliery Engineers Association SABS - South African Bureau of Standards SAIEE - The South African Institute of Electrical Engineers SANAS - South African National Accreditation System CSA Group - CSA Group consistently sets the standard across a range of certification and compliance sectors SABS Standards Search - Standards South Africa TC65 – Strategic Policy Statement - Contains links to the list of published standards, programme of work, emerging needs, members and contacts etc. MTEx Laboratories - Testing and Certification Services. MASC - Mining And Surface Certification Please report any problems to bruce@vdw.co.za

Keep up to date and register for our upcoming events and symposiums. Events Events MIE/EXCO Meetings 5 February 2 April 4 June 6 August 1 October 3 December (EXCO only, no MIE in Dec) SAFA MiE Workshops: 8 July 10 July SAFA Golf Day: 16 May 2025 General Meetings 12 March 07 May 2 July 18 Sept (AGM) 5 Nov Safa Ex Steering/Organising meetings 5 Feb 12 March 2 April 7 May 4 June 2 July 6 August 3 Sept 1 Oct 5 Nov Delve into the highlights of our previous events, where industry professionals and thought leaders gathered to share knowledge and insights. Relive the valuable experiences, engaging discussions, and memorable moments. Past Events View Past Presentations View Past Programmes Discover a collection of stunning photographs showcasing our events, achievements, and the vibrant spirit of our community and let the images tell the stories of our remarkable journey.. Event Photos View Photo's

Find all of the latest news provided by The South African Flameproof Association as well as more information pertaining to SAFA's marketing materials. News & Marketing SAFA News Engineers Need To Act Now The Minister for the Built Environment has published dra ft policy docu ment Notice 337 of 2008 indicating that ECSA would be converted into a professional board that will report to the South African Council for Built Environment (SACBE) who in turn will report to the Minister for the Built Environment.

SAFA MIE Workshop - 21 May 2024 - Durban SAFA MIE Workshops in Durban and Cape Town 21 May 2024 - Durban Registration Terms and Conditions: Please contact Dion Abrahams if you are unable to attend - dion@vdw.co.za If you don’t have a Valid Purchase Order Number please use your phone number

The South African Flameproof Associations sub-committee for discussion of matters concerning intrinsic safety. Intrinsic Safety Please contact safaservices@vdw.co.za with any suggestions or comments of matters concerning intrinsic safety. The group will meet every two months, and has set its objectives as follows: To communicate on a regular basis. To gain and exchange knowledge and experience between end users, suppliers, vendors, test houses, and legal authorities. To share and implement best practices. To ensure practical IS installations and standardize on IS loops. To identify and discuss typical problems and concerns in the industry and solve them. To get feedback from the test houses and trends in the international arena. To fill the gap in the knowledge of role players. To provide information on local IA certification & the implications. To work towards full compliance with IECEx. Exic Clarification From IS Sub-Committee Meeting These questions were raised at the IS meeting on 18 August. Herewith follows the questions and answers: Q - Where does it say that Exic is for zone 2 only? A - The relationship is identified in 60079-14 section 5.3 and 5.4 - (please click here for 60079-14 section 5.3 and 5.4) Q - Where does it say that it does not require a barrier/isolator? A - This statement isn't true, you will need an IS interface - barrier, isolator or I/O card or a device with suitable IS safety parameters declared. Q - Where does it say that you can run Exic wiring with Exia & Exib wiring? A - It appears in both 60079-14 and Draft 60079-25 - (Please click here for the latter) Q - What is necessary for loop drawing approvals? i.e. how do you do calcs? A - It will follow the same process that we have now. However, as per Chris T note cable parameters are not likely to cause a problem for most installations. Please Click Here for the 'Comparison of the techniques of Intrinsic Safety ‘ic’ and Energy Limitation ‘nL' View Intrinsic Safety Documents

The South African Flameproof Association's page dedicated to the award winners at all our events. Awards PRESIDENT’S AWARD Henk Zwart, received by Gerhard Pillay TECHNICAL INNOVATION Jointly awarded to Pepperl + Fuchs (Ethernet-APL) and Pratley TECHNICAL INNOVATION Jointly awarded to Pepperl + Fuchs (Ethernet-APL) and Pratley BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE CCG Cable Terminations YOUNG PROFESSIONAL AWARD Danie Meiring, received by Gerhard Pillay CONTRIBUTION TO SAFETY Henk Zwart, received by Gerhard Pillay PRESIDENT’S AWARD Henk Zwart, received by Gerhard Pillay TECHNICAL INNOVATION Jointly awarded to Pepperl + Fuchs (Ethernet-APL) and Pratley TECHNICAL INNOVATION Jointly awarded to Pepperl + Fuchs (Ethernet-APL) and Pratley BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE CCG Cable Terminations YOUNG PROFESSIONAL AWARD Danie Meiring, received by Gerhard Pillay CONTRIBUTION TO SAFETY Henk Zwart, received by Gerhard Pillay PRESIDENT’S AWARD Gerhard Pillay TECHNICAL INNOVATION Schalk Kruger (award received by William Tshene) CONTRIBUTION TO SAFETY Henk Zwart BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE CCG Cable Terminations BEST EXHIBITION STAND CCG Cable Terminations YOUNG PROFESSIONAL AWARD Gerhard Pillay Best Exhibition Stand CCG Cable Termination Contribution to Safety Award Dean Martin from Hazardous Location Centre, Sasol Infrachem Best Customer Service Award Geritt Schepers, MASC Technical Innovation Award Ni cholas Lackinger, CCG Cable Termination on behalf of Geof Mood Best Customer Service Award Pieter Coetzee, Sasol Secunda Technical Innovation Award Marc Van Pelt, Pepperl + Fuchs Contribution to Safety Award Nick Wells from Independent Inspection Services Technical Innovation Award Sven Breedt, Pratley on behalf of Eldon Kruger Presidents Award and Best Customer Service Award Katlego Setwaba, Pepperl + Fuchs Best Presenter Award Gary Friend Award of Excellence Henk Zwart Best Exhibition Stand CCG Cable Terminations Award of Excellence Jabulani Nhlapo Award of Excellence Alan Dawson Product Innovation Award Joynx Pty Ltd Award of Achievement MTEx Laboratories President’s Award Kim Pratley and Paul Meanwell Best Presenter Award Schalk Kruger Best Exhibition Stand Pratley Marketing Company of the Year based on Current Contribution CCG Cable Terminations Member of the Year based on Current Contribution Arthur Cameron Young Achiever of the Year Sarieet Theron Most Innovated Product Engineered Solution CCG Cable Terminations President's Award Dr Johannes Auret and Willa Breed Young Achiever of the Year Olga Mothibedi Member of the Year based on Current Contributions Schalk Kruger Most Innovative Product or Engineer Solution Hazleton Pumps International (Pty) Ltd From the left (Back Row): Bennie Lemmer - Pratley Marketing, Pieter Coetzee - Sasol, Schalk Kruger - Sasol, Eldon Kruger - Pratley Marketing, Mathys Wehmeyer - Hazleton Pumps International, Jaco le Roux - CCG Cable Terminations President's Award Max Koen Member of The Year Based on Current Contributions Pieter Coetzee Young Achiever of the Year Sicelo Kunene Best Presentation Award Henk Zwart Most Innovative Product or Engineering Solution Roelof Viljoen Awards Of Excellence 2013 Young Achiever of the Year Award David Maree Member of the Year based on Current Contributions Pieter Coetzee Most Innovative Product or Engineering Solution Award CCG Cable Terminations President’s Award Pieter Coetzee Exceptional Service Award Paul Meanwell

​The South African Flameproof Association is a non profit body, and is an association of companies involved in explosion prevention/protection techniques for equipment used in hazardous atmospheres in industry and mining. About Us What is The South African Flameproof Association? The South African Flameproof Association (SAFA) is a non profit body, and is an association of companies involved in explosion prevention/protection techniques for equipment used in hazardous atmospheres in industry and mining. It comprises almost 200 member companies which include both end users and manufacturers, as well as relevant government bodies and equipment testing houses. The association has branches in Gauteng (Johannesburg) KwaZulu-Natal (Durban) and the Cape (Cape Town). In terms of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the South African National Committee of the IEC, the Association is the official South African Mirro r Committee for the IECEx Sche me. SAFA is registered as a voluntary association with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). Our Vision is to be the recognised authority in South Africa on explosion prevention technology used in potentially hazardous locations. Our Mission - Stakeholders are important to us and we shall strive to promote and encourage the interests in terms of safety of the industry in the field of explosion prevention technology. View Constitution View Complaints Procedure Our Objectives Internal Objectives External Objectives Drive safety and best practices in the Industry Develop competencies and promote training Influence the formulation and implementation of National & International Standards and Regulations Improve and maintain excellent stakeholder relationships Maintain Industry Leadership Ensure responsible association governance Attract and retain new skills within the association Deliverables to members must be of quality standards

The South African Flameproof Association invites you to register for the annual SAFA Symposium of 2023! REGISTRATION AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE The 2023 annual SAFA Symposium was held on Wednesday, 8 November & Thursday, 9 November 2023 at Emperors Palace in Kempton Park. Registration Members Price Non-Members Price Early Bird Registration (booked and paid by 30 September 2023) R3 600.00 R3 800.00 Team Special (10 delegates) R25 000.00 R30 000.00 After 30 September 2023 R3 800.00 R4 000.00 Symposium 2023 Programme Symposium 2023 Presentations This event was CPD accredited SAFA invites members to submit nominations for the 2023 Awards of Excellence. All nominations received will be evaluated and the awards will be presented during the Cocktail Awards Evening on Wednesday, 8 November 2023. The submission categories are: CONTRIBUTION TO SAFETY A product system or service which has made a significant contribution to safety in hazardous area environments. TECHNICAL INNOVATION An innovative product or system for use in hazardous area environments. BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE A company or corporate division that has provided excellent customer service in the sector over the last two years. YOUNG PROFESSIONAL AWARD THE DELEGATE AWARD / PRESIDENT’S AWARD Award Submissions are now closed

Intrinsic Safety Please contact safaservices@vdw.co.za with any suggestions or comments of matters concerning intrinsic safety. The group will meet every two months, and has set its objectives as follows: To communicate on a regular basis. To gain and exchange knowledge and experience between end users, suppliers, vendors, test houses, and legal authorities. To share and implement best practices. To ensure practical IS installations and standardize on IS loops. To identify and discuss typical problems and concerns in the industry and solve them. To get feedback from the test houses and trends in the international arena. To fill the gap in the knowledge of role players. To provide information on local IA certification & the implications. To work towards full compliance with IECEx. Exic Clarification From IS Sub-Committee Meeting These questions were raised at the IS meeting on 18 August. Herewith follows the questions and answers: Q - Where does it say that Exic is for zone 2 only? A - The relationship is identified in 60079-14 section 5.3 and 5.4 - (please click here for 60079-14 section 5.3 and 5.4) Q - Where does it say that it does not require a barrier/isolator? A - This statement isn't true, you will need an IS interface - barrier, isolator or I/O card or a device with suitable IS safety parameters declared. Q - Where does it say that you can run Exic wiring with Exia & Exib wiring? A - It appears in both 60079-14 and Draft 60079-25 - (Please click here for the latter) Q - What is necessary for loop drawing approvals? i.e. how do you do calcs? A - It will follow the same process that we have now. However, as per Chris T note cable parameters are not likely to cause a problem for most installations. Please Click Here for the 'Comparison of the techniques of Intrinsic Safety ‘ic’ and Energy Limitation ‘nL' View Intrinsic Safety Documents

Visit Aberdare Cables with SAFA Young Professionals SAFA Young Professionals site visit: Aberdare Cables Join the SAFA YP initiative in an exciting site visit to the Aberdare Cables factory. Terms and Conditions: Please contact Dion Abrahams if you are unable to attend - dion@vdw.co.za Any cancellations not made at-least 72 hours before the event, the FULL golf fees will be payable. If you are asked for a 'Valid Purchase Order Number' kindly use your name as a reference.

The South African Flameproof Association invites you to register for the annual SAFA Symposium of 2024! REGISTRATION AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE EXHIBITION SPONSORSHIP Symposium 2024 Programme Terms and Conditions If you use a new email address a new account will be opened for you, unless you ask the secretariat to update your old account details. You and the billing contact of your organisation will receive invoices a few minutes after you have registered. If you see a red notice on the screen about unpaid invoices please contact the secretariat on safaservices@vdw.co.za to resolve. Should you wish to cancel your registration altogether, please do so in writing to safaservices@vdw.co.za by no later than 13 Oct 2024. Any cancellations not made or if the delegate is a NO-SHOW at the symposium the FULL registration will be payable. If you are asked for a 'Valid Purchase Order Number' kindly use your name as a reference. Please click here for more information on the Awards and to Nominate!

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