Man in the Van Articulate-IT Radio

Plumbers know that they get their plumbing supplies from stores that sell them. But what happens behind the scenes. Where do suppliers get their stock from and where do importers and distributors fit into the picture? In this episode I chat with Malcolm Harris of Harscan Distributors, about Harscan having recently been awarded IOPSA’s Importer of the Year Award, and the fact that and that speaks books of Harscan’s prominent position and involvement in the plumbing industry. But that it also says a lot about the quality of products it imports and the excellent service it offers.

Isn’t it lekker to walk into your local community plumbing store, and chat to those familiar faces who are knowledgeable and experienced to provide you with technical and theoretical support on all the products you buy from them? We’re all familiar with the larger franchise and group retail supply stores, but we can never forget our independent stores and what they bring to our local communities. But how do they survive, and how do they compete so that they can still add value to technicians, installers and other customers? In this episode, I chat with Marius Riekert and Alwyn Kotze, of LJR Plumbing Supplies and LJR Pumps respectively.

When there’s a problem with pipes, you may think that replacement is the only option. Of course, this is an invasive plumbing procedure, that may require excavation that may tear up your customer’s yard. It can also be very costly. But there is another option.
In this episode, I chat with my guests, Nevina Govender and Clint Eksteen, about Specialised Pipe Rehabilitation Africa, and the fact that pipe rehabilitation, or relining, is a less invasive and less costly option.

It’s a brand that has been around for an extensive time and a brand that many an installer may already be familiar with. And, as a result of their above-floor plumbing solutions and constant innovation, this brand had become a market leader and major role player in the plumbing industry. In this episode I chat with my guest, Craig Miller, the technical manager of Saniflo SA. to delve into Saniflo’s history, its role and impact within the plumbing sector, its range of products and where they’re manufactured, and quite a bit of other interesting information about Saniflo.

It’s always exciting to hear about a new brand and product that can contribute toward or even improve our trade and industry. In this episode I have a chat with my guests, Mr. Shaaz Moosa, the CEO, and Faheem Ally, National Sales Manager of geyser manufacturer Supahot. We'll be talking about Supahot’s role and impact within the plumbing sector, with specific focus on the fact that they are a proudly South African brand and the quality products that they manufacture. PLEASE NOTE: This episode is approximately 52 minutes in duration.

It’s that time of the year again when the PIRB hosts its annual Champions 4 Charity boxing event. Although there is much glitz and glamour at this black-tie and action-packed event, there is much deeper intent behind it.

In this episode we’re talking about the upcoming C4C event, and the impact of all of those punches that will fly on that eve. What is the impact that this event will have on society.