In previous newsletters we have mentioned the Project Industries and DNA Kingston Training functions. Our networking functions at Unique Metals in August and Goodwill Engineering in November were tremendous. Once again there was great enthusiasm and kindness shown from the hosts along with extremely interesting tours of their large workshops, full of innovative equipment where they use up to date technology to produce excellent quality products. The teams in the above companies shared their knowledge, creating interesting evenings for all members and guests, we had in the region of 40 people at each event.

Unique Metals is a manufacturing service based company with a complete range of the latest sheet metal fabrication machinery, which provides quality products and equipment for all facets of the industry. Since 1972, Unique has been one of Australia's most innovative and versatile manufacturers of sheet metal products. To find out more on all the services offered from the premises below, simply phone 9303 1500
 

Goodwill Engineering is an Australian Disability Enterprise providing on-site support and training to employees to develop work skills and to maintain employment. Working alongside them, from the same premises, is Create Employment.

During the networking function, all attendees found out about the highly successful work carried out by the above companies in order to give those with disabilities further opportunities for employment.
To find out more on the Employment Services offered to those operating from the premises below, simply phone 9249 3444.

   
  
 

Throughout the next 12 months we want to continue with the networking events, and are always looking for members to host events. This is a great way to show case your company.
 
Lastly, I would like to wish you all the best for Christmas. We have enjoyed partnering with you this year. Enjoy peace and goodwill throughout the season.
 
Doug Ennis
Chairman
 

New Membership    
It has been a vintage year for EMICoL. We now have an increase in Membership of 61% since the 1st February this year. I am pleased to state that we now have 38 members and 2 sponsors and thank you all for your valued participation. Since our last newsletter we welcome the following new members Perth Powder Coaters, Blue Sky GPS, People Tray, S & G Precision Tools and Plastic, Hughans Saw Service, Perth Specialised Coatings Group, Absolute Blast, Bustle Transport and new sponsor Supplement Mart. As always any work or information you can share with the above or other members and sponsors is always very much appreciated
 

      

Discounts on Fuel to EMICoL Sponsors and Members  
Below are details on how EMICoL members and sponsors can start to take advantage of this rewarding offer.

We now have an arrangement with Puma Energy where you will get 6c off the price of petrol and diesel at Puma service stations, when using a Puma Card. A Puma app is available from the app store and the play store, which shows you the locations of the sites.

A fuel card is a charge card, that provides a line of credit with a predetermined limit that you choose. At the end of the month a statement will be emailed which you need to pay in full. Then you have access to the fuel card limit again.

If you choose you can also access savings on a range of automotive products and services, when you use your card, see “More than just fuel” attachment for details.

Apart from offering you discounted automotive products and services from the selected businesses and discounted fuel at Puma, having a fuel card will put all of your expenses onto one statement, making it easier at tax-time or if you have to calculate your GST.

To apply for your Puma Card, please use the attached application form, or visit www.pumacard.com.au; (Note that on the online application, the driver’s license section needs 9 digits, so put 00 in front of your WA license number) Please use the “Promocode” EMICOL. This will apply the 6c/L discount. The card has monthly fee of $2.50.

For those EMICoL members that already have a Puma Card, you just have to contact David and he will ensure that you obtain the additional discount.

If you have any questions about the application or the fuel card please contact the Puma Card WA Sales Manager, Dave Evans on 9366 4700 or email david.evans@pumaenergy.com - You can also email him the application direct, and he will ensure the discount is applied - The discount will apply at all Puma operated sites.
  

Offer from Bustle Transport to EMICoL  
Our member Bustle is happy to offer a rebate back to our Cooperative from January 1st 2017 on a 3 month trial where it can be reviewed month on month to determine long term potential.

We are now looking for Emicol members who have road freight requirements to meet with the Bustle representatives in order that  Bustle can present their transport platform.

For every  member that sets up an account and transacts through the Bustle platform, Bustle will rebate two ( 2)  cents in every dollar spent back to the EMICoL Cooperative ( this equates to 25% of the Bustle margin on each dollar).

Bustle will send Emicol the monthly activity and confirm volume/rebate to be paid.

One of our members Chess WA are already using Bustle and there comment is below:  
"We have been using Bustle for a few month now and have noticed a 20% - 30% saving in transportation costs, with no in quality issues. If anything we have seen an improvement in delivery, quality and safety as these are prerequisites for selection".
 
If you would like to find out more please contact Bustle representative Michael Holden on mobile number
0417 051 124 or check out their website: www.bustle.com.au

Summary
There is no reason why we cannot see continued growth in 2017 in what is becoming a great co-operative in which we are seeing lots of collaboration between members.  We continue to seek further funding from sponsors and support from our local councils and I will keep you posted on positive outcomes throughout 2017.  

If I can assist you with anything that is within my remit then please do not hesitate to contact me on :
Mobile : 0479 117 060
Email: enquiries@emicol.com.au

   
Welding Workshop for lease short or long term

DNA Kingston Training has available a unique opportunity for members to utilize their 2nd work shop, fully set up for welding and fabrication tasks should members require.
The facility can be used for storage or welding tasks on a monthly basis or on a longer lease arrangement.
Facilities are 300 M approx. with 15 welding bays, welding equipment, refreshment/ lunch area and ablutions.
Excellent rates apply. Unit 2, 28 Oxleigh Drive, Malaga.
Please contact Steve on 94794870 to view the facilities and find out more details.

Support for members with welding tasks

Welding and fabrication tasks can also be provided for members by our supervised Students studying the National  Engineering courses, under the guidance of our highly experienced trainer Steve.
Students can provide many services in welding that the member may require. Students can attend the work site as a work experience participant (Insured by DNA Kingston) or bring the work into our College.
Small fee may apply for some larger tasks.

 

EMICOL Supporting Youth in Engineering

EMICOL with its continuous promotion to engage young people into Engineering,  (Welding), has made a commitment to donate two awards for Students demonstrating excellence in welding skills and professional manner in their day to day tasks with DNA Kingston Training.
These Students will be receive their Awards on Friday evening 16th December at the Heath ledger Theatre in Perth. Mr John Morris will be presenting the prizes on behalf of EMICOL. The two students receiving these awards are of Indigenous decent and a number of the Indigenous elder community will be attending, as they are excellent role models for all young men in Western Australia.

Up Skilling Staff

Short courses are also available to members at special rates. These short courses include: White card,  Fork lift updates or  full training, Upskilling in welding, First Aid courses to advanced level, WHS supervisor training, Management training.
For further information contact DNA Kingston Training admin@dnakingston.com.au<mailto:admin@dnakingston.com.au> or 1300855503. Training can provided on or off the job, please advise if you are an EMICOL member on contacting.
 

Update from EMICoL Director and Member Steve Delfos 

 I am proud to announce that my Company, Avtech Engineering has just recently gained its Accreditation for ISO9001:2015, OHSAS18001 and AS/NZS4801, with QAS International.

I see this  as a major step forward in opening up new markets that have otherwise been prohibitive to enter.

Whilst Avtech have had some very good systems in the past, with just a few tweaks we were able to pass the accreditation without 1 notice for improvement.

Having completed the Free Business Evaluation through the Australian Government Department of Industry “Entrepreneurs’ Infrastructure Programme Business Evaluation”. 

It was established that this was something that would benefit the business in terms of its future growth.
So an application was granted to cover 50% of the cost of setting up the system. It probably would not have happened without this support from the Government.

Over the past year Avtech have had the opportunity to quote on work that has come through EMICoL’s web sites enquiry system.

This has resulted in 2 new clients and 3 other opportunities for future work.

Avtech has always benefited from the networking within EMICoL, and this year has been no different. 
Avtech has been both a supplier and customer of many members within the co-operative and now with the increase in EMICoL’s membership we see this only improving over the coming year.