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8 Jun 2022

Featured Company: Shisalanga Construction (Pty) Ltd

by Wendy De Wet | posted in: Featured Company | 0

Read about who’s who in the Industry: Since opening as a small asphalt plant in Dundee, KwaZulu-Natal in 1998, Shisalanga Construction (Pty) Ltd has grown from strength to strength, continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation and becoming market-leaders in asphalt and road construction. Part of their portfolio includes the manufacturing and paving of hot mix asphalt, the production of high-quality cold mix asphalt, laying of surface and slurry seals, crack sealing, deep and shallow milling, insitu-stabilising and hydro surface treatment.

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About Wendy De Wet

I joined Leads 2 Business as an Account Executive in July 2011 and was part of the dynamic sales team in JHB for 2 years. I relocated to the beautiful city of Durban in 2013 and absolutely love KZN. I am very proud to be part of the L2B family and Legacy!

7 Jun 2022

How to Know if Your Plumbing is Outdated

by Lorraine Grobler | posted in: Construction Chat | 0

A decrease in water pressure is an early warning sign of issues with your plumbing. Leaky pipes do not have a lot of warning signs.

If you notice a decrease in your water pressure, the first thing you should check is whether your water heater is still in good condition. Slow water pressure can happen when your water heater malfunctions. However, a change in water pressure can also indicate a leaky pipe. Old pipes can also be a problem because rust builds up over time and clogs the pipes. Leaking pipes are sometimes hard to pick up as they are hidden pipes but one can see if there is a damp spot on walls or ceilings.

Faucets should also be repaired or replaced. Replacing faucets is a very budget-friendly way to improve your plumbing and it saves on water.

Discoloured water is a huge red flag. The colour of the water can tell you what the issue is. Orange, red or yellow indicates that it is rusty pipes. Eventually over time corrosion will cause holes in the pipes. Blue or green water indicates brass or copper in the fittings. When your water is black it could well possibly be growth and that can be dangerous.

A clogged drain can end up being a serious problem. Slow-moving or clogged drains can be poor venting in the pipes. You would need a professional to inspect the problem and repair them.

Two types of pipes play a role in how long the pipes in your home will last. Drain pipes and water supply pipes. Supply pipes are under a lot more pressure than other pipes and can cause more damage if they leak. They would be brass, copper or galvanized steel. The upside is, that they do last longer, from 80 to 100 years. Drain pipes are usually made of PVC and only last from 25 to 40 years. It’s important to know what types of pipes you have and to keep track of their age.

You can avoid a big mess and save a lot of money in the long run by knowing more about the plumbing. Knowledge is key!

About Lorraine Grobler

My journey with L2B started in November 2021 as an Account Coordinator(AC). My main role is to schedule appointments for the Account Executives(AE). I mainly focus on quality appointments rather than quantity.

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3 Jun 2022

Featured Tender: Refurbishment of Rapid Sandfilters at Overberg Water WTW

by Zama Mzelemu | posted in: Featured Tender | 0

Western Cape – DTA 916088

Contract Number:

RFPOW-239/2021/22 – Overberg Water

Description:

Overberg Water Board invites tenders for Appointment of the Contractor for the Refurbishment of Rapid Sandfilters at Overberg Water WTW – Duivenhoks Scheme.

Category	Industry
Plant & Machinery, Mechanical	Water
Region	Site Inspection
Western Cape	No Details
Closing Date	Contract Period
07 June 2022 at 14:00	No Details

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About Zama Mzelemu

2 Jun 2022

Staff Spotlight: Ashlee Hennessey

by Ashlee Hennessy | posted in: Staff Spotlight | 0

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About Ashlee Hennessy

I am Ashlee Kelly and I have been with Leads 2 Business for a year and 3 months. Although new to the Company I have been in the construction industry for 4 Years. My passion is working with clients and ensuring that they grow their business in the right direction by getting involved in projects and tenders we can offer. I am a very out-going person with many characteristics, and love to help when a client needs any assistance.

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1 Jun 2022

Why do Emails go to Spam?

by Mark Meyer | posted in: Frequently Asked Questions | 0

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If your perfectly created emails aren’t being delivered to your recipients’ inboxes, and instead go to their spam folder, it’s nothing less than frustrating. But why do legitimate emails go to spam?

Why do my emails go to spam?
It’s more likely to be a problem with the content of your actual email message rather than the mail service provider, let’s take a look at why your emails might be going to spam folders, and what you should do to prevent it.

Spam filters are upping their game
The main reason more emails go to spam folders these days is simply that spam filters are far more sophisticated. Google’s spam filters use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to curb annoying spam emails, by judging behaviour and rating accordingly. Google says that it’s been able to block 99.9 per cent of spam from reaching inboxes, while incorrectly classifying legitimate e-mail as spam only 0.05 per cent of the time.

Is your email wanted?
Internet Service Providers carefully monitor the behaviour of all emails and will direct email to junk if they don’t think the message is part of a conducive organic engagement. A company Mail server will anticipate the engagement and if it’s wanted, from previous behaviour. So if a subscriber has given you permission to email them and wants to engage with your message or newsletter, should they potentially forward it to a colleague then, your email reputation will increase.

Unsubscribe link?
You do not want your recipients to class or mark your message as spam because they don’t see a clear unsubscribe link or button. Your recipients need to see an easy opt-out option, with an easy-to-spot unsubscribe link. This is now a requirement of the POPI Act.

Email Design?
A well-designed email is put together with your recipients’ ease of use in mind:

Will the recipient recognise you by your use of colour, font and messaging? Is your brand clearly displayed?
Are your emails designed to be both mobile and desktop-friendly?
Is it free of spam trigger words like “FREE!!!” and “no risk”?
Is the body of the email easy to read and to the point?
Do you have a balance of images and text? A message containing images only is not good practice.

There’s no way to guarantee that all your messages will get delivered to the inboxes you intended them to get to. Every mail filter is different and you may still get flagged as spam by another filter. Always follow best practices when it comes to email, particularly if you are sending marketing messages, you at least stand a better chance of your messages getting delivered.

My Top 3 Tips:
Always send your email from a dedicated IP address.
Authenticate your emails using a strong password and SSL.
Make content clear and human with a visible unsubscribe link.

About Mark Meyer

I joined Leads 2 Business in February 2009 and serve as IT Director.

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31 May 2022

L2B Opportunities created in the last 30 Days – May 2022

by Sasha Anderson | posted in: Construction Chat | 0

Our comprehensive, online, resource platform delivers daily leads to help you make informed business decisions. Find construction Tenders and Projects within the building, infrastructure, mining, and industrial sectors. Opportunities are researched throughout South Africa and Africa. We put new business prospect leads within your reach.

Leads 2 Business Opportunities we have created in the last 30 Days: for more information check out our Pricing Page.

About Sasha Anderson

Millennial Mom + wife living the hash-tag life. Reach out if you want to talk: L2B, social media, construction, technology, marriage, parenting, popular culture and travel. Remember: If You Fail - Fail Forward

27 May 2022

Featured Project: Dibeng Sewer Network: Phase 4

by Michelle Crosby | posted in: Featured Project | 0

Northern Cape – PPA 27881

Description

Construction of a sewerage network for Dibeng, Phase 4, located in Dibeng in the Northern Cape. CIDB:7CE. The GPS co-ordinates are Latitude -27.596209709850132, Longitude 22.900073125903333

Status	Region
Tender	Dibeng, Northern Cape
Category	Value
Infrastructure	R 31 Million – R 60 Million
Industry	Timing
Water	2022 Onwards
Sector	Class
Public	Open Tender

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About Michelle Crosby

I started my journey at Leads 2 Business in the Directory Department in 2012. I was then promoted to the Private Projects Department in 2014 and was recently promoted to Projects HOD this year.

26 May 2022

L2B FAQs

by Sasha Anderson | posted in: Frequently Asked Questions | 0

You’ve likely asked one of the below FAQs included in today’s post related to your browser, how to clear cache, set default apps, and various ways to contact us.

For more assistance check out our How-To features and Wiki Help which has tutorials on all L2B functionality.

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24 May 2022

Difference between a Tender and a Project

by Debbie Wessels | posted in: Construction Chat | 0

Cambridge Dictionary definitions:-

Tender (verb)	A written or formal offer to supply goods or to do a job for an agreed price
Project (noun)	A piece of planned work or an activity that is finished over a period of time and intended to achieve a particular purpose

Google definition:-

It can potentially get a little confusing, but in short, a project is a development that is tracked from conception to completion e.g. The development of a hotel.

A tender is a specific tender for a specific requirement e.g. a tender might go out for the supply of bricks.

At Leads 2 Business we have several distinct differences between Tenders and Projects published on our database, for example, how they are captured, how you interact with them, and specific subscriptions tailored to your requirements.

Capturing a Tender:

All tender notices originate from an original Tender Advert that has been advertised publicly on various platforms that we monitor. All the information provided is captured in a user-friendly format paying particular attention to site inspection dates and times, closing dates and times, the contract number, any restrictions that might be applicable, contact names and details of relevant persons involved in the specific tender process and where the actual tender document is available. When the information has all been added and the document is saved, a unique reference number is allocated preceded by the prefix DTA (Daily Tender Advisory)

Capturing a Project:

The information collated for a Project Lead is gleaned from multiple resources and captured in a user-friendly format paying particular attention to the timing and status, GPS location, type of building or infrastructure, professionals involved, relevant documentation and the most current information on the progress of the project. When all the information has been added and the document saved, a unique reference number is allocated preceded by the prefix PPA (Private Project Advisory)

Interacting with a Tender:

Tender notices can be found on the site using the easy search function using either the unique reference number, contract number or keywords from the description. The contact details for the professionals listed on the tender advert will be available should you have any questions regarding the details of the tender. There could be links to relevant documents that are hyperlinked to download directly onto your PC. You can set reminders for the site inspection date so you don’t miss that all-important meeting. Set a reminder for the closing date so you are not late handing in your final tender document. Contact a friendly L2B researcher should there be any further information you desire. Monitor the tender notice so you are notified of any changes to the original tender notice published. The Tender Notice is updated when awarded.

Interacting with a Project:

Project Leads can be found on the site using the easy search function using either the unique reference number, name of the development or keywords from the description. Depending on the status of the project there will be a list of professionals that you are able to contact at each relevant stage of the project life cycle. There is the opportunity to build relationships with professionals to facilitate possible collaboration on future projects. There could be links to relevant documents that are hyperlinked to download directly onto your PC. Contact a friendly L2B researcher that is dedicated to researching that specific project should there be any further information you desire. Monitor the Project Lead so you are notified of any updates and/or progress as the Project evolves from Conceptual to Completion. The Project Lead is updated progressively as it moves through the Project Life Cycle

Tailor-made Subscriptions:

Your Leads 2 Business profile is designed to fit the needs and specifications suited to your trades and capabilities in the building industry. If you are only partial to tender notices your subscription won’t include Project Leads but if Project Leads is your bread and butter we understand the world you live in and you will also be able to access Tender notices.

Sources:
Cambridge Dictionary
Leads 2 Business
Google

About Debbie Wessels

I started at Leads 2 Business in April 2008 in the tenders Department and transferred to the Projects Department during the same year. I was appointed Head of Department for Projects from February 2011 to March 2022. April 2022 I started a new adventure as Content Regulator.

20 May 2022