SA Affordable Housing May / June 2018 // Issue: 70 | Page 7

NEWS DO YOU HAVE AN INNOVATIVE AND RELEVANT PRODUCT YOU WOULD LIKE FEATURED? LET US KNOW... IT'S FREE EMAIL: [email protected] CALL: [phone] human amenities that many of us take for granted. These include access to electricity, running water or basic infrastructure. Engineer Rigo Govoni, from Structural Solutions along with architect Jason Erlank, JE Architects, approached local Sika area sales manager, John Zehmke, for assistance with a product donation for the construction of the new centre. After evaluating the project needs, a total of 125ℓ of Cemflex was donated to the project and used as a protective and waterproofing coating to the roofs and walls of the structure. Cemflex is a universal waterproofer and bonding agent. This acrylic based emulsion improves water resistance and adhesion of Portland cement-based composites and was the perfect solution for the creative construction of the hut-like structures built as part of the new children’s home. The design of the shelter is based on the local style of the Langbos settlement and includes sustainable elements to harvest rain water and includes other initiatives to create a homely environment that the children so desperately need. A great amount of effort and investment went into the community as an upliftment initiative as local member were trained in the construction and development of the shelter. Says Zehmke, “It was great to be a part of this initiative and community project and Sika is proud to donate products to such a good cause, allowing these children to have a safe and secure place to call home.” AFFORDABLE SA HOUSING MAY - JUNE 2018 5