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ALCO-Safe becomes SANAS- accredited for breathalyser calibration ALCO-Safe has reached a significant industry milestone, becoming the first privately owned laboratory in South Africa to achieve accreditation by the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS) for breathalyser calibration, and the only privately owned provider accredited to manage the full lifecycle of handheld breathalysers, from sales and servicing to calibration, under a single accredited framework. This accreditation by SANAS marks a major shift, formally recognising the technical competence of ALCO-Safe’s calibration laboratory and confirming that its breathalyser calibration and verification processes meet strict Babcock launches Volvo Construction Equipment’s new-generation wheel loaders Babcock has announced the local launch of Volvo Construction Equipment’s new generation wheel loaders in South Africa, bringing enhanced productivity, fuel efficiency and operator comfort to customers across construction, quarrying, mining and material handling applications. The new generation range available locally includes the Volvo L150, L180 and L220 wheel loaders, each designed to perform in demanding operating conditions while supporting lower total cost of ownership over the machine lifecycle.
national and international standards for accuracy, consistency and traceability. In the absence of a prescribed national standard for workplace breathalyser testing, employers are often required to justify the credibility of their testing equipment after the fact, particularly during CCMA or Labour Court proceedings. “Without an independent benchmark, employers can find themselves trying to prove the accuracy of their instruments every time a result is challenged,” explains Rhys Evans, Managing Director at ALCO-Safe. “SANAS accreditation removes that uncertainty by confirming that our calibration procedures, documentation and accuracy calculations have already been independently assessed and approved.” n Volvo CE’s new generation wheel loaders incorporate advanced load-sensing hydraulics to improve attachment responsiveness and reduce cycle times. Auto Bucket Fill technology enables faster, more consistent bucket filling, while automatic bucket levelling helps operators return the bucket to a level position from both dump and curl modes for improved accuracy and repeatability. The integrated Volvo powertrain synchronises the engine, transmission and axles for optimal efficiency and performance. OptiShift technology, together with Volvo’s patented Reverse-By-Braking (RBB) system, helps shorten cycle times, reduce fuel consumption and limit
Rhys Evans, Managing Director at ALCO-Safe.
drivetrain wear in repetitive loading applications. All models are compatible with HVO (Hydro-treated Vegetable Oil) fuel, supporting customers’ decarbonisation goals without requiring engine modifications. n
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