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CHAMBERLINK - PROUD SERVICE PROVIDER TO ERCOC
Being an ERCOC
member is the
smart move
6 The importance of obtaining a company report
August 2014August 2014
Ensure success with the right company at your side.
Ensure success with the right company at your side.
Follow us now, read interesting articles such as:
Ÿ A training needs analysis will be a learning curve for allŸ Why amended BBBEE Codes of Good Practice are causing quite a stirŸ What is constructive dismissal?Ÿ Why First Aid training should be top priority in the workplaceŸ Skills development is a constant point of concern in SAŸ Labour law in South Africa is an ever-changing beastŸ DTI BEE: Not an affair with a tall dark strangerŸ How to roll out an occupational health and safety strategyŸ
We want to invite you to join us now and take part in the forum. You are more than welcome to submit subjects for discussion.
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I N D E XChamber Bulletin
We want to encourage members of the East Rand Chamber of Commerce & Industry to submit any and all material we can publish within our next Chamber Bulletin.
The purpose of the Chamber Bulletin is to give you the opportunity to put your company, your products and or services into a well compiled document, being sent out to all our members and newsletter subscribers.
We also want to encourage members to make sure that their websites are up to date.
you have new information, or photos,
se
n d t h e m t o [email protected] or arrange for a company representative to come visit you. He will also be able to take some photographs we can use
both the Chamber Bulletin and as updates within your website.
Make use of the services
you
have at your disposal.
If you are unsure what exactly the extent of the services are you qualify for as an ERCOC member, please let us know and we will get you up to date.
As we are nearing the end of 2013, make sure that you have covered all the necessary angles of your company. Make sure everything is up to date so that 2014 can start at full speed.
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hy is it important to obtain a company
report from your Chamber of Commerce?
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Page 33 - Contact Details of the Heads of SAPS
Stations - Gauteng
Word from the Chairperson
Page 6 - Why being an ERCOC Member is the smart move
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Your B-BBEE Solution
Page 14 - Die strandloper - Ulrich Joubert
Page 19 - Billion Group set to start building malls
for Africa
Page 22 - Black business must ‘take advantage of
government’s ambitious plans’
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What ERCOCMEMBERSHIP
Entail
Word from the Chairperson
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Decade-membershipIt is with great pride that I can announce the Tenth Anniversary of the East Rand Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Instantaneously I have to admit that it is a humbling thought to think
stthat there are 16 loyal supporting member companies that are also celebrate their 1 membership decade with ERCOC.
I salute the following members, without their 10 years of support the Chamber would not have been the biggest AHI Chamber in South Africa:
1. 4 Seasons Catering and Weddings.2. African Catering Equipment Supplies.3. Arc Spray. 4. Actuator Repair Services (PTY) Ltd.5. Ben's Erection and Fabrication cc.6. Gentech Services.7. Compressors 2000 cc.8. Conveyor & Plant Services.9. Fluid Pumps cc.10. JA Schlimmer t/a J & K Transport.11. Mag Magic.12. Multi Fire Power Protection Services cc.13. PIF Equipment cc.14. Reliable Truck Mixers.15. SA Recycled Plastics cc t/a Plastex.16. Terblans Cartage Boksburg t/a D & H Logistics.
During the first Decade of existence the Chamber surely grew beyond all expectations to a staggering 525 members, indicating a real growth of 52 members per annum. At times the membership numbers were touching the 600 mark but due to the 2008 economic crisis the membership count became static, and it is during these though times that we really appreciate the persistence of the above members.
In 2015 another 39 members will be celebrating their ERCOC Decade Membership.
Chamberlink as service providerI would also seize this opportunity to express my sincerest gratitude to the Staff of Chamberlink. Since inception they relentlessly provided the much needed services to delight the ERCOC members, ensuring continues loyal member-support experienced by the Chamber.
Arbitration Board and Legal aidThe newest addition to their impressive list of services provided by their sister Company “The East Rand Commercial Arbitration Board” will surely fill a much needed cap in the overloaded judicial services. Affordability was also addressed as they will be offering the service as a “Legal Aid” to member companies, on an inexpensive monthly rate.
Inbound Cyber MarketingThe Chamber is also very excited with Chamberlink's Partnership venture with the American company, Hubspot Inbound Marketing. We can assure members that they may look forward to a very exclusive and extremely professional method of inbound marketing, soon to be on offer to all ERCOC members. The name under which Chamberlink will trade to provide this service will be known as “HUBLINK Inbound Marketing Agency”.
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Chamberlink is going National It is also envisage that Chamberlink will be offering their services to other AHI chambers country wide. ERCOC would like to use this opportunity to wish them well. We can reassure them that if they provide the same quality services on the internet as what they have done for the past 10 years to ERCOC their efforts will be crowned with great success.Chamber Academy with 600 online study coursesWhat impressed us most was the “Chamber Academy” now available on our chamber's website. Six hundred study courses were made available by Chamberlink to all members. The study material for the normal 6 OHS training material are now accessible as well on the same site.
Chamlabour.
As Employers labour aid Chamlabour, has grown to an astounding 125 members.
Not only were these members represented at the CCMA, Labour court and internal hearings, but services like Employment equity. Skills development plans were timeously handed in to the Department of Labour.
BBBEE Consulting
The above service delivered to 104 ERCOC members by Chamberlink has now been upgraded with a better working relationship between Cenfed BEE Verification Agency and Chamberlink. A verified scorecard will be made available at the end of each financial period to the contributing member. No longer will there be a difference in the final score between Consulting and Verification, unless Cenfed on the day of the BEE audit, is presented with different documentation and or information to that which was supplied during the consultation period.
To overcome the government's persistence and pressure on business entities to advance black ownership, ERCOC's members can rest assured. The team combination of Chamberlink and Cenfed will provide them with expert legal advice to safeguard that some form of black ownership can be implemented to provide a positive difference on their ROI, implicating that they will not have to lose control of their company.
In closing: The Chamber of Commerce is a service provider and we pride ourselves to the fact that we are and have been capable of making a positive difference to the bottom line of all our members.
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ChamberlinkService provider to the
East Rand Chamber of Commerce and Industries
BASIC MEMBERSHIPThe East Rand Chamber of Commerce proud itself in the fact that it is first and foremost a service providing chamber. Inevitably any member of any organisation based on membership will ask the same question, a question an astute businessman should always ask of himself
What’s In It For Me?A negative answer to this question will result in negative growth for the organization. It is for this reason that ERCOC (the acronym for the East Rand Chamber of Commerce) decided to employ Chamberlink right from the chamber’s inception in 2005. Chamberlink has provided expertise and service to all 560 member companies employing +-160000 employees for the past 9 years. Amongst others in the following ways
A ‘positive introduction’ business report on the member company.This report introduce the member’s entity to customers, suppliers, financial institutions and the business community as a whole in such a way that it provides credibility and prestigeThis report is renewable annually, should it be required by the member
A business award ranking from bronze to platinum based on the report done on the member company. To qualify for the highest reward, namely platinum ERCOC will require financial statements and the adjudication will be done in cooperation with ‘Business Partners’. If the member so wishes they may enter the Chamber’s Business of the Year Awards.
Website hosting, design and developmentIncluded in the basic ERCOC membership is a 5 page A4 website (or larger if it is required) specifically designed for the member. Chamberlink employ full-time web designers that designs and hosts these personalised websites utilizing also the ERCOC business report as well as the awarded ranking to amplify the members stance in his/her field. Up to ten email addresses can be created for the company.
Tel: 011 814 7110/1 - Fax: 086 773 8022 - www.chamberlink.co.za
2 Station Road, Nigel
Six OHS annual training sessions is included in the membershipThe courses are: OHS act for management OHS act for supervisors
Health and safety representative courseAccident and Incident investigation courseBasic Fire fighting First aid Level 1
Since 9/11, South Africa legally requested that every organisation from a School, Churches, Clubs, any form of Business must register its personal “Access of Information Manual” with the Commissioner of Human Rights. Included in the membership, every member will be provided with a manual explaining exactly how and what information may be obtained from the entity and at what cost, if any.
Chamberlink ensure that this manual is registered at the required authority.
To summarize the basic ERCOC membership:The Chamber through the service provider Chamberlink ensures that your HR Department complies with all the legal requirements regarding OHS. Secondly, is it possible to reclaim all your basic membership payments from your Industry SETA, as well as improving your BEE scorecard?
To receive all the services from the Chamber, member companies Pay a Once of fee of R3800 and receive these services anually
A monthly fee of R450 for the total 1st year value of R23250.00
Price list of Chamber servicesAnnual Chamber ReportBusiness AwardsAccess Of Info Act OHS X 6 training Plus manualDatadex / gaffeneys Entry
MonthlyMembershipBulletin AdvertisingWebsite development & Hosting
Non-Member MemberPriceR2250R1500R900R6000R450R11100PriceR5200R1450R5500R12150
Total:
Total:
Total:
Total:
R3800
R5400 (12 x R450)
Why is it important to obtain a company report from your Chamber of Commerce?
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Correct Exposure
The saying “It is not what you know but who you know” has never been more accurate in these days. Individuals and companies are making sure that they receive the correct exposure and to be “with-it” by making use of social media.
It seems that every entity or persona needs to be on all the social media pages and if not, you simply don't “exist”. In the past, only VIP's and celebrities enjoyed the privilege of being mentioned in the printed media, be it good or bad publicity. At present everybody uses the social media to discuss anybody, including themselves. Good or bad reports are the order of the day.
Chambers of Commerce
Fortunately the image of a Chamber of Commerce has remained untarnished and still enjoys the status of “the true voice of industry”. So much so that certificates of origin and letters of authenticity is accepted internationally as a true reflection and confirmation of information provided.
Literature and books of reports on stock exchange listed companies, has been in circulation for some time. It was published with the aim on providing investors with information to take a calculated risk in their investments.
In the past we all relied on a representative or salesperson from a company whom was clothed well. They arrived in style at your front door to impress you enough so that you feel comfortable to engage in a business relationship with the proposed entity.
Confirmation
With the arrival of the internet we now rely on the images on the websites. We know for a fact that these images might not reflect the true culture and persona of the projected entity. In most instances true and honest confirmation is lacking.
ERCOC
Since inception in 2004 the East Rand Chamber of Commerce and Industry, ERCOC, has realised the need of authentication of their members. They have been providing the service of writing true and honest reports as a basic membership service, regarding their members.These reports, if needed are updated annually. They are used by financial institutions and investors to obtain the required information to make calculated risk analyses prior to investing in the business entity.
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The report
These reports are used to comfort and impress visitors on the websites of the ERCOC members. Would-be buyers and clients therefore feel more at ease when considering engaging in business relationships, the same is also true for aspiring employees.
Subjects covered in the paragraphs of these reports include the following:
1. History Where and how did it all start?
2. Nature of Business Type of Industry or market.
3. Combined experience Including owners, management and staff.
4. Business reason Is it just for profit or what else?
5. Security Including Security of investments.
6. Marketing Direct or perhaps inbound, possibly both.
7. After sales service
8. Professionalism Discussing professional degrees or experience.
9. Human resources
10. Transparency Access of information, open door policies.
11. Company culture and style Soft and approachable or mafia type tow-trucks.
13. Goals
14. Achievements
15. Flexibility Seasons, currency, total loss recovery.
16. Social issues Bee Employment equity ext.
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Billion Group set to start building malls for Africa
THE Billion Group, a property developer that is also the asset manager of JSE-listed Rebosis Property Fund, is to start building a number of medium-sized malls elsewhere in Africa within the coming months.
A year ago, Billion and R e b o s i s C E O S i s a Ngebulana said Billion could in the future look at separately l ist ing i ts Afr ican mal l p o r t f o l i o . B i l l i o n w a s undertaking 12 medium-sized re ta i l shopp ing cent re developments in Angola, Ghana, Nigeria and Uganda, he said at the time.
This week, Mr Ngebulana said Billion was "taking our
time ... although there is virtually no proper retail offering, there are … unique factors relevant to each country, hence careful planning prior to execution is crucial".
"Planning in a foreign territory is far more important than rushing to put something in the ground — our planning has been meticulous and vigorous."
He said the group would be "on the ground in the next three to six months with a lot of them (the developments)".
Last year, Mr Ngebulana speculated that Billion’s Africa-focused retail property fund could be listed in London or dual-listed in London and Johannesburg.
Meanwhile, JSE-listed Delta Property Fund is in the process of launching the JSE’s first outright African real estate offering — Delta International Property Holdings. This would be by reverse-listing a mixed portfolio of properties into Delta International, formerly known as Osiris Properties International.
Delta International’s flagship property will be the 30,000m² Anfa Place mall in Casablanca.
Delta Property Fund CEO Sandile Nomvete said this week that Delta, which had a 25% shareholding in Delta International, expected strong returns from the venture due to the rand hedge it offered as well as good yields on the assets. Mr Nomvete said Delta International would “not take development and the associated risk”.
While analysts have voiced support for funds bringing African real estate exposure to the JSE, a number of the sector’s largest funds prefer to focus on developed markets such as Australia and Europe.
This is partly because there are few available assets in Africa of the size and quality that large income funds are after.
Many of the developments under way are being driven by private equity funds.
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Black business must ‘take advantage of government’s ambitious plans’
GOVERNMENT’s ambitious target of procuring 75% of its goods locally is a "bankable" opportunity for black business to take up and run with, acting President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Thursday night.
Mr Ramaphosa urged members of the Black Business Council (BBC) to take advantage of the opportunity government had presented.
He called on black business to take up their rightful place in the South African economy — the radical economic transformation promised by the African National Congress (ANC) was about ensuring faster inclusive growth combined with high employment creation, reduced inequality and the "deracialisation" of the economy.
But the elephant in the room was the Treasury’s procurement rules.
The Black Business Council, a powerful lobby group, wants the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) scrapped as it feels the act limits the potential of black business to secure government contracts.
"Government has set an ambitious target to buy at least 75% of goods and services from South African producers. Herein lies a real opportunity for black business ... make sure that you take those opportunities up," Mr Ramaphosa told a council gala dinner in Midrand.
He described the government’s target as a "bankable business opportunity"."All you need to do is come forward ... the opportunity is well laid out to you."
Ahead of Mr Ramaphosa’s address, however, council chairman Lawrence Mavundla said the council felt the act excluded black business, in particular, from procurement. The weighting of 80% on price and 20% on black economic empowerment (BEE) for smaller tenders, and a 90% weighting on price with 10% weighting on BEE for larger tenders was a problem for the council.
The dinner was held to celebrate the formation of the new Small Business Development Ministry led by minister Lindiwe Zulu. The council had lobbied for the creation of such a ministry.
Mr Ramaphosa said: "We want business to lead. It must develop strategies, working with government, labour and the rest of the business community to train tens of thousands of engineers, actuaries, accountants, teachers, doctors and project managers.
"Black business must look at how emerging entrepreneurs can be financed, supported and provided with market access," Mr Ramaphosa said.
Mr Ramaphosa said radical transformation needed partnerships with organised business and labour to stabilise the troubled labour market, thereby improving work conditions and productivity.
Ms Zulu said black business needed to spearhead an "economic toyi-toyi of a special kind" to deracialise the South African economy".
"In my travels I have been to 43 of Africa’s countries. I know that small businesses operate under difficult circumstances. Many have no support from government, no access to funding and yet they are thriving. We need to ask ourselves how do they do that in such difficult (conditions)," Ms Zulu said.
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REPORT FOR SUPERB TRUCK AND TRAILER SALES History
The entity Superb Truck and Trailer Sales was established in 2008 and was
registered as a business in 2008. The owner, Johann Nel built this
enterprise from scratch on the premises of his residential home. The
success of Superb Truck and Trailers Sales led to expansion and they had to
move to a bigger and better commercial premise to supply in all their
customer's needs.
Nature of Business
The company is in the business of selling second hand commercial
vehicles to the public.
Combined experience
Superb Truck and Trailer Sales has a combined experience amongst management and staff of over 27 years in their field of
expertise.
Why are you in business
Johann's entrepreneurial spirit was evident right from the start. Dreaming about owning a business and creating a future for
fellow men and woman became a reality and brought satisfaction for him.
Tertiary education and being employed in various companies could not tame the desire of living out his dream. When the
opportunity came by to build up a company from scratch there was no hesitation in enthusiasm. By obtaining skills in marketing,
sales as well as in logistics the future looked bright for being the owner of a second hand dealership in commercial vehicles.
Security
Staff and customers have the peace of mind of a being in a safe and secure environment whilst on the premises of Superb Truck
and Trailer Sales.
In the most unlikely event of a total loss of premises and equipment the company is properly insured.
Marketing
Many contacts were built up through the years and through quality service provided by Superb Truck and Trailer Sales gives
customers the reason to come back for additional purchases.
Marketing is done by making use of advertisements in various magazines for instance: Commercial Trader, Truck and Trailer
Trader as well as Africa Export.
Superb Truck and Trailer Sales is also advertised on the internet and are linked to the search engine Google.
After sales Service
With the sale of each, truck or trailer, the potential buyer is thoroughly
briefed on the specifications, performance and quality by the salesman of
Superb Truck and Trailer Sales.
Every customer is well informed on all the conditions of the truck and
trailer he bought. Superb Truck and Trailer Sales has an open contact line
available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All complaints are personally
handled by the owner.
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Company Report
Professionalism
Management and staff at Superb Truck and Trailer Sales are properly equipped amongst themselves to deal with sales and the
specific needs of each customer.
The owner takes an immediate appeal to potential customers and
understands their needs due to his broad knowledge in the
industry.
Human Resources Priorities
Superb Truck and Trailer Sales' human resources priorities includes
promoting staff internally when required and ensuring that staff
members are provided with adequate skills to carry out their
duties.
Employees at the company enjoy the benefit of market related
salaries.
Transparency
All legally required notices and documents are displayed within the working place and are visible to all members of staff and the
public.
The East Rand Chamber of Commerce and Industry has filled an Access of Information manual with the Commissioner of Human
rights on behalf of Superb Truck and Trailer Sales.
The management have an open door policy that allows employees to discuss work and personal related problems.
Company culture and style
The company takes a motivated approach toward their employees and toward the entity itself. Superb Truck and Trailer Sales
maintain an open door management policy to gather new ideas and suggestions that can be implemented in the company.
Company Goals
Superb Truck and Trailer Sales are investigating the possibility to expand the
business entity in the future to more areas in South Africa as well as
Southern Africa.
Achievements
The company has seen a monthly turnover of R2 500 000 – R3 000 000 in
just over 5 to 6 years.
Flexibility
The company is not affected by changes in weather, seasons or politics. The
weakened Rand counts in the company's favour due to exporting abroad.
Social issues
Superb Truck and Trailer Sales will be obtaining a BBBEE status for the company in the future.
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How to choose the right awning for your home or business By Aluglass, posted in Awnings, Sun control
Awnings are not just decorative additions to a property. They are aesthetically pleasing and can make your home or business stand out from the rest. But there are many practical advantages to installing awnings, which go beyond just curb appeal.
If you’re looking to purchase awnings, you probably already know all this. Now, you need to choose the right one so that you can maximise its benefits. With such a wide selection available, from retractable awnings to all weather awnings and everything in between, where do you start?
Here are three questions to consider when making your selection.
1. Why are you installing the awning?If you simply want to enhance the appearance of your home, choose the awning that most appeals to you visually, and which best compliments the design of your home. However, if you have a specific reason for installing an awning, you’ll need to be a bit more selective.
If you wish to expand an outdoor area, choose a fold arm retractable awning that can be easily extended when needed, and easily pulled back again. This maximises shady areas when required, but still allows the light to enter when you want it to. If you require sun protection for yourself and your possessions, choose an awning that is going to block out harmful UV rays in your home. Bonus: This will also help you to optimise energy use in your home, by requiring less heating in winter and less cooling in summer.
2. Where are you installing the awning?Window awnings for homes are usually smaller than corporate awnings, and can be manually opened and closed with ease. In this case, you could choose a retractable awning that you can simply open or close manually, as often as you need to.
However, if you’re installing larger awnings, or awnings for shops, offices or business parks, you may wish to install motorised awnings that can be opened or closed at the touch of a button. Alternatively, you may decide that you don’t need a retractable awning at all. The design or specific building requirements may call for a permanent fixture that does not need to be adjusted.
3. What is your budget?With so many options to choose from, it’s easy to forget that you might have a specific budget to stick to! Work out how much you want to spend on the awning, and then consider the options available in this price bracket. This will help you to narrow your focus to a few specific styles.
While it’s important not to over-extend yourself financially, remember that when it comes to buying fabric awnings for homes or offices, you’re making a long-term investment in the property. While it may cost you a bit at first, it could reap great rewards when you decide to sell one day. Moreover, an attractive shop-front will catch customers’ eyes and attract more business.
If you’re still not sure which awning to choose, or would like to explore the options available to you, get in touch with us. We’d love to help you make the right choice.
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Maneol Engineering providing quality general engineering services since 1976.
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MachiningWelding
CNCHydraulic Repairs
Service Breakdowns
With over 30 years of working with some large enterprises in the metal & mining industry, Maneol Engineering has gained a vast amount of
experience.
The Maneol Engineering team would like to offer you our services as we strive to build mutually beneficial relationships with all our clients in order to achieve a competitive advantage in the market.
Maneol Electrical & Mechanical Engineers began operating in 1976, when Mr. Manuel De Oliveira started the business with a single milling machine.
Through the hard work and effort put in by Mr. De Oliveira, the organisation has flourished into a reputable engineering business that has the following machinery at it's disposal
CONTACT US
If you are interested in doing business with Maneol Engineering please don't hesitate to contact us:
Telephone: (011) 827-4107 Fax: (011) 924-4890 Email:
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JCP STEEL SUPPLIES opened it's doors for business in 1992. It soon became clear that there was a need for a devoted chromadek supplier who was able to offer good service in the South African market. JCP have become just that.
JCP STEEL has serviced the steel industry with flatsteel products for more than 16 years. JCP STEEL SUPPLIES is a distributor of C o l o r l u m e , C h r o m a d e k , Galvanised and Zincalume to the rainwater,refrigeration, signage and various other industries
CONTACT UST: +27 11 814-1898F: +27 11 814-2166
PHYSICAL ADDRESSCnr Fourth Ave & 3rd StreetVorsterkroonNigel 1490
We are known for our Vehicle Branding - where no job is too big or too small. Banners & Digital printing is our speciality
Street Address: 28b Central Avenue, Eastleigh, Edenvale Landline: 011 452 5553 Fax: 011 4525554 Cell: 082 579 7021 Cell: 082 461 3462 Email: [email protected]
Wieland SA is a local supplier of high-quality semi-finished products in copper and copper based alloys. We specialise in high performance low-and-high-finned mono- and bi-metal tubes.We are also an approved slitting centre for aluminium strip
56 Plantation RoadEastleighEdenvaleJohannesburg, 2008
OfficePhone: +27 (0)10 248-5000Fax: +27 (0)11 [email protected]@wielandsa.comCONTACT US :
TEL: 011 908 0620
Tel: 011 867-5419Tel: 011 867-3794Fax: 011 867-6681email: web: http://procamcctv.co.za/
As the East Rand Chamber of Commerce & Industry we want to welcome all our
new members.
New Members
WE BELIEVE OUR SERVICES WILL ASSIST YOU GRATELY
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Delivering services to membersbased in and around the
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For more information, pleasevisit
or give us a call on 011 814 7110 / 1www.chamberlink.co.za
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