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In many countries, wall thermal resistance or R-value is the sole determinant of energy efficiency. Here in South Africa, R-values are only one measurement to consider.
“A journey of a thousand miles starts with one step…” says the Chinese proverb.
In May this year, Makana Brick and Khanya presented an extensive brick laying course to ten
trainees...view more
The CBA has developed this series of Excel business cases, to help clay brick manufacturers evaluate the feasibility of implementing different sustainability measure in their existing operation/s. Customise the parameters to calculate your return on investment.
Johannesburg’s Sandton metropole concentrates the energy, wealth, power and diversity of Africa into a mighty, tight space. Forever transforming, its current developments are especially compelling...view more
With only 450 of the estimated 350 000 buildings able to meet the December 7th deadline to display Energy Performance Certificates, Minerals and Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe was compelled to...view more
Masizakhe Junior Secondary School just outside Queenstown features Makana Brick's Grahamstown Ironspot
Clay brick is one of the best construction materials for schools - it is robust,...view more
The Clay Brick Association (CBA) has sponsored three prizes for an architectural student competition to design alternative solutions for the homeless population. Run by The Cape Institute for...view more
In 2017, Algoa Brick’s Plant 2 tunnel kiln was upgraded add sawdust biomass capabilities. The Bernini oil-fired furnaces were supplemented with 4 new Bernini solid fuel zones firing on a hybrid...view more
