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South Africa’s Leading timber Specialists to Headline CPD-Accredited Construction Workshop in Pretoria
One-day workshop on 14 September 2026 will give architects, engineers and quantity surveyors a detailed insight into timber frame and mass timber construction PRETORIA, South Africa — Once a traditional choice, timber is now at the forefront of modern construction yet knowledge on its benefits, performance and application is still lacking among building professionals. On 14 September 2026, a one-day workshop at the University of Pretoria will bring together some of South Africa’s most respected voices in timber design and construction to share their expertise, experience and practical insights. Presented by TheWoodApp in partnership with Stellenbosch University
Ten years of PERGRAPHICA® – Three Questions Marking a Milestone Anniversary
Ten years of PERGRAPHICA® – Three Questions Marking a Milestone Anniversary With its “anniversary questionnaire”, Packreport – a German trade publication for the packaging industry – recognises companies and products celebrating a milestone. Here, we look back at PERGRAPHICA®’s beginnings, where it stands today and what may come next. This article was published in packREPORT on 14 August 2026. Answering the questions is Stephanie Kienapfel, Head of Marketing and Business Development in
What Happens When a Threatened Tree Becomes a Source of Income?
What Happens When a Threatened Tree Becomes a Source of Income? Every National Arbor Week, we quite rightly talk about the importance of planting trees. We talk about their role in absorbing carbon, protecting biodiversity and supporting healthy landscapes. These are important conversations, but after many years working in forestry and the bioeconomy, I have come to believe that we sometimes make the relationship between people and trees sound shallower
2026 Modern Silviculture Webinar
2026 Modern Silviculture Webinar The Nelson Mandela University is hosting the 7th Annual Modern Silviculture Webinar event. This year, it will be online on 7th October 2026 on Microsoft Teams (9:45am – 13:30pm) CAT The theme of this event focuses on “Pathways to Precision Silviculture”. Various experts will deliver presentations on Modern Silviculture Technologies and Trends. To register for this free event, please use the QR code on the poster or visit this link: https://georgecampus.mandela.ac.za/Silviculture-RSVP. After that, you
Ponsse Introduces New Thinning-Optimised Models For The Scorpion Harvester and Wisent Forwarder
Ponsse Introduces New Thinning-Optimised Models For The Scorpion Harvester and Wisent Forwarder Ponsse expands its product range by introducing the PONSSE Wisent Thin Line and PONSSE Scorpion Thin Line forest machine models, specifically optimised for thinning operations. Sales of the Thin Line machines begin immediately, with production starting at the Vieremä factory later this year. “Thinning operations require agility, visibility and the ability to work effectively at sites with limited
Before You Plant Anything This Spring, Do This First
Before You Plant Anything This Spring, Do This First Six Jobs Your Garden Could Be Hiding There’s a particular kind of optimism that arrives with spring, inspiring a familiar ritual among gardeners, from the seasoned to the enthusiastic and sometimes the reluctant, to head for the nursery. “It’s exciting to plant things for the summer,” says Kate Johnson, Operations Manager at South African Landscapers Institute (SALI) KZN, and partners of
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South Africa’s Leading timber Specialists to Headline CPD-Accredited Construction Workshop in Pretoria
One-day workshop on 14 September 2026 will give architects, engineers and quantity surveyors a detailed insight into timber frame and mass timber construction PRETORIA, South Africa — Once a traditional choice, timber is now at the forefront of modern construction yet knowledge on its benefits, performance and application is still lacking among building professionals. On 14 September 2026, a one-day workshop at the University of Pretoria will bring together some
Ten years of PERGRAPHICA® – Three Questions Marking a Milestone Anniversary
Ten years of PERGRAPHICA® – Three Questions Marking a Milestone Anniversary With its “anniversary questionnaire”, Packreport – a German trade publication for the packaging industry – recognises companies and products celebrating a milestone. Here, we look back at PERGRAPHICA®’s beginnings, where it stands today and what may come next. This article was published in packREPORT on 14 August 2026. Answering the questions is Stephanie Kienapfel, Head of Marketing and Business Development in
What Happens When a Threatened Tree Becomes a Source of Income?
What Happens When a Threatened Tree Becomes a Source of Income? Every National Arbor Week, we quite rightly talk about the importance of planting trees. We talk about their role in absorbing carbon, protecting biodiversity and supporting healthy landscapes. These are important conversations, but after many years working in forestry and the bioeconomy, I have come to believe that we sometimes make the relationship between people and trees sound shallower
2026 Modern Silviculture Webinar
2026 Modern Silviculture Webinar The Nelson Mandela University is hosting the 7th Annual Modern Silviculture Webinar event. This year, it will be online on 7th October 2026 on Microsoft Teams (9:45am – 13:30pm) CAT The theme of this event focuses on “Pathways to Precision Silviculture”. Various experts will deliver presentations on Modern Silviculture Technologies and Trends. To register for this free event, please use the QR code on the poster or visit this link: https://georgecampus.mandela.ac.za/Silviculture-RSVP. After that, you
Ponsse Introduces New Thinning-Optimised Models For The Scorpion Harvester and Wisent Forwarder
Ponsse Introduces New Thinning-Optimised Models For The Scorpion Harvester and Wisent Forwarder Ponsse expands its product range by introducing the PONSSE Wisent Thin Line and PONSSE Scorpion Thin Line forest machine models, specifically optimised for thinning operations. Sales of the Thin Line machines begin immediately, with production starting at the Vieremä factory later this year. “Thinning operations require agility, visibility and the ability to work effectively at sites with limited
Before You Plant Anything This Spring, Do This First
Before You Plant Anything This Spring, Do This First Six Jobs Your Garden Could Be Hiding There’s a particular kind of optimism that arrives with spring, inspiring a familiar ritual among gardeners, from the seasoned to the enthusiastic and sometimes the reluctant, to head for the nursery. “It’s exciting to plant things for the summer,” says Kate Johnson, Operations Manager at South African Landscapers Institute (SALI) KZN, and partners of
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