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Concrete Manufacturers Association

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa • 5 Employees
Civil Engineering

Established in 1972 and based in Gauteng, South Africa, the Concrete Manufacturers Association NPC (CMA), is a trade association which promotes factory-made precast concrete products.The CMA lobbies for best-practice technical standards in the manufacture and application of precast concrete and promotes its members and their products as trusted market leaders.The Concrete Manufacturers Association (CMA) is the primary representative of the precast concrete industry. Now in its 47th year, it initiates standards in close cooperation with StanSA and collaborates with its members in developing new products and services.Precast concrete is a building material which slots very comfortably into the modern world of fast track and modular construction, in many instances leading the way with innovative technologies and applications. The CMA's promotional activities target architects, engineers, developers, contractors and property owners. The pooled knowledge and expertise of its members fosters an environment which encourages the development of innovative, environmentally and community-friendly products.The Association's prime focus is to ensure that its members' products are applied correctly. A CMA mark serves as a guarantee of quality and the CMA takes responsibility should a problem arise.Down the years the CMA has published numerous manuals, brochures and audio visuals on the practical application of precast concrete and this material is available at a nominal charge. It also runs refresher courses and holds seminars to introduce new technology and methodology, often featuring overseas experts.