Hydraform Magazine Edition 3 - 2015

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Vision, Mission & Values
The development of the interlocking soil-cement blocks
was born out of the idea that if one could stabilise soil
(an often discarded material as opposed to sand which
is the more common building material) and give it a
form, one could substantially reduce building costs. It
would also be a simple system that could be used by
the average person and not require specialised skills.
Hydraform was founded upon that idea, and over
the years we further specialised and developed a core
competence for delivering these machines to customers
anywhere in the world. Given that our products are
particularly well suited to the developing world, where
labour is not too expensive and rural development is still
required, this means that we build our machines to need
minimal external support.
Our Vision
To be customer orientated leaders in soil-cement
technology, distributing and supporting Hydraform
machines and complementary products in our key
markets within the developing world.
Hydraform’s Vision evolved from its core competence.
We have always prided ourselves on our ability to
understand our markets, and this understanding has
allowed us to continually provide solutions to meet the
many and varied construction needs of our multinational
customers.
Our Mission
To be active participants with our customers and
stakeholders in the field to develop innovative products
to suit our markets.
Hydraform’s Mission translates into an effective
feedback loop that ensures we continue to develop
new and innovative products that help customers to
face their challenges head-on.
Our Values
1. Innovation
2. Production exellence
3. Teamwork
4. Customer focus
Stemming from our Vision and Mission, Hydraform
espouses the four core values listed above. In the first
case, we are always looking for ways to raise the bar and
improve upon past norms. Secondly, we are steadfast in
our view that quality cannot be compromised and for
this reason continue to invest extensively in Research &
Development.
Thirdly, we have learned that teamwork can move
mountains so we actively pursue and coordinate all the
efforts of all of our stakeholders. Finally, and certainly
not least, we remain resolute in keeping the needs of
our customers, both in terms of product and delivery,
central to our purpose.
Since its inception more than 26 years ago, Hydraform
has been at the forefront of soil-cement technology.
Disclaimer:
Although every effort has been made to
ensure the accuracy of the information and
reports in this magazine, the editor, publishers,
printers and distributors do not accept any
responsibility whatsoever for any errors or
omissions or for any effect therefrom. The
views expressed by correspondents are
not necessarily those of the editor or the
publisher. All rights reserved. No part of this
publication may be reproduced without
written permission from the publisher.
Editor: Nazlie Dickson
Marketing: Welmarie Pereira
Designer: Moabi Rakosa
Sub-editor: Narike Lintvelt
Publisher: Brian Bakker
Cover photograph:
Hospital Saint Jean-Baptist
Republic of Côte d’Ivoire
Maintaining
Leadership
CREDITS
Hydraform wishes to thank all of its clients mentioned
here, as well as the University of the Witwatersrand for
cooperation in the production of this volume.