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Large-scale projects are made possible by AfriSam’s Readymix products that allow builders, developers, architects and engineers to do construction quickly and effectively using our expertise in computerised weight batching, concrete pumping services, technical backup and quality assurance.

Our Readymix operations can produce almost any concrete mix required by customers from any one of our 40 readymix concrete plants across the region.

With almost 2 million m3 of readymix produced annually, we go to great lengths to ensure the versatility and simplicity of our product range. This allows all our customers access to the right concrete at the right time.

Frequently asked questions for Readymix products (pdf 150kb)

Products
For ease of application, our concrete products are categorised as follows:


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Starmix
  A fit-for-purpose, low cost solution for the building industry.
 

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   Foundation mix
(pdf 196kb)
   Suspended slab mix
(pdf 204kb)
   Surfacebed mix
(pdf 244kb)
   Post tension mix
(pdf 194kb)
   Retainer mix
  Application brands
  Consist of different ranges of concrete mixes which are deemed to be best cost solutions for specific building or construction applications such as foundations, suspended slabs, surface beds and retainers. eg. Foundation Mix, Suspended Slab Mix.



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  Normal concrete
  Standard specified mixes.
 

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   Flowcrete brochure
(pdf 190kb)
   Trenchcrete & hydrafil




  Speciality brands
  Mixes for unique “niche” applications requiring specific concrete characteristics. This range includes Flowcrete, Poolmix, and Trenchcrete among several others.


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  Customised mixes
  Involve collaboration between the client, engineer and AfriSam to design a mix with specific components to meet the client’s needs.
 

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  Pumping (service)
  AfriSam’s readymix concrete can be placed using our own dedicated pump fleet to service each customer’s individual requirements. Our pumping division assures the customer better co-ordination, fewer delays, reduced risk of penalties, a high work standard as well as improved safety on site.
Our service pledge (pdf 208kb)
Contact Us
Customer Service 0860 141 141 (sharecall)
  Telephone Facsimile
Gauteng 0860 200 500 (sharecall) 0860 500 200
  (011) 670 5777  
Vaal – Vanderbijlpark (016) 986 1195 (016) 986 0110
North-West – Rustenburg (014) 538 0244 (014) 538 2152
Mpumalanga – Witbank (013) 656 2623 (013) 656 4486
Cape 0860 009 114 (sharecall) (021) 686 0148
  (021) 659 3100 (021) 686 3940
KwaZulu-Natal 0800 313 151 (toll free) (031) 460 9030
  (031) 460 9000  
Botswana (00267) 350 0172 (00267) 350 0173
Industry Bodies
Cement and Concrete Institute (C&CI) – www.cnci.org.za
The Cement and Concrete Institute (C&CI) is a marketing organisation that aims to grow the market share for concrete providing information (publications, a website, advice), technical and consulting services, research & development, education & training, market services and regulatory guidelines.

Southern African Readymix Association (SARMA) – www.sarma.co.za
The Southern African Readymix Association (SARMA) is a national body that represents all the reputable Readymix companies, and is responsible for promoting the Readymix industry and establishing Readymix as the preferred construction material. SARMA’s purpose is to set standards and guidelines with regard to environmental, safety and quality issues.

Concrete Manufacturers’ Association (CMA) – www.cma.org.za
The Concrete Manufacturers’ Association (CMA) aims to promote the increased and most effective use of segmental block paving, concrete roof tiles, concrete retaining blocks, floor slabs, concrete masonry and concrete pipes by architects, engineers, specifiers, contractors and end users in a professional manner for the benefit of all. It was established in 1972 and is supported by producers and suppliers of materials and equipment used by its members.

Concrete Society of Southern Africa (CSSA) – www.concretesociety.co.za
The Concrete Society of Southern Africa (CSSA) is an independent organisation that promotes excellence and innovation in the use of concrete and related products and services. The Society also provides a forum for networking and technology transfer between its members and international affiliates.