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Construction of Feltex Trim Automotive Component Factory (Ford Campus)

Technical safety consulting, architectural & structural design reviews, and statutory construction health and safety management for a modern automotive interior trim manufacturing facility.

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Coega Development Corporation (CDC) / Ford SEZClient / Contracting Authority
R287 MillionContract / Capital Project Value
Technical Consulting, Design Reviews & Pr. CHSADiba BES Appointed Role
Statutory RoleTechnical Consulting, Design Reviews & Pr. CHSA
Client OrganisationCoega Development Corporation (CDC) / Ford SEZ
LocationSilverton, Pretoria, Gauteng
Delivery TimelineOct 2020 – Mar 2022

Strategic Engineering & Safety Delivery

The Challenge & Diba BES Solution

How Diba BES structured risk management protocols, contractor oversight, and statutory compliance to safeguard project delivery.

The Operational Challenge

Integrating complex industrial chemical manufacturing systems and thermal curing equipment safely within accelerated factory building timelines.

Diba BES Strategic Response

  • Conducted specialized chemical HAZOP studies, instituted strict contractor hot-work permits, and verified all fire compartmentalization barriers before plant commissioning.

Approved Scope of Work

Key Statutory Deliverables & Engineering Scope

Detailed breakdown of specialized safety agency, risk assessments, inspections, and contractor governance tasks performed on site.

Design-phase health and safety reviews and constructability hazard identification
Structural steel portal frame erection and roof sheeting safety management
Industrial chemical foam processing and specialized localized exhaust ventilation oversight
Fire suppression sprinkler reticulation, hydrants, and emergency life safety systems

Quantified Outcomes & Delivery Impact

Measurable Results Backed by Verified Evidence

Documented performance metrics, zero-harm milestones, and statutory audit achievements recorded across this project.

01

Delivered modern 18,000m² manufacturing facility with zero lost-time incidents

Verified Evidence
02

Full statutory compliance sign-off achieved from City of Tshwane Fire & Emergency Services

Verified Evidence
03

Integrated smoothly into the Ford Southern Africa automotive supply chain

Verified Evidence

Stakeholder Governance & Standards

Technical Specifications & Engineering Partners

Consulting EngineersBahlaphing Consulting Engineers (Jonathan Dube)
Client Contact / DirectorateCoega Development Corporation
Delivery MandateTechnical Consulting & Pr.CHSA Appointment
Statutory Standards Complied
SANS 10400-T (Fire Protection)Construction Regulations 2014OHS Act 85/1993

Approved delivery evidence

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