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JCB compactors for high compaction, greater output �� 8 Mahindra EarthMaster: ideal for heavy duty applications �� 10 High-performance compaction and excellent surface sealing with Volvo �� 12 Wirtgen’s cold milling machines achieve unparalled precision �� 14 Escorts Compactors: optimum solution for soil and asphalt �� 16

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JCB compactors for high compaction, greater output maintenance intervals and longer life of consumables such as that of rubber pads, the machine helps in achieving lowest maintenance cost over its life span. The 9-tonne Tandem Roller VMT 860 is designed to offer high productivity and reliability with maximum operating economy. Powered by robust, fully topicalised, low fuel consumption JCB Engine ecoMAX, the ideal combination of static weights, centrifugal forces and amplitudes makes this asphalt roller perfect for a wide range of both soil & asphalt applications, from rolling sub-base to finish rolling.

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oad is one of the major growth drivers for the Indian construction equipment industry. Moreover, projects like 100 smart cities wherein the government plans to spend ` 48,000 crore, the demand for the road construction equipment will only increase in the coming years. OEMs are designing and manufacturing products which are easy to manoeuvre and are made for multifunctional applications. There is a need for compact and versatile machines. JCB has a comprehensive range of vibratory compactors: • VM115, a Vibratory Soil compactor • VMT860, a master at asphalt compaction • VMT330, the small 3T asphalt roller. The 11-tonne Single Drum Soil Compactor VM115 is a globally

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acclaimed machine designed to offer high compaction and greater output at the lowest fuel consumption within the category of machines. It is powered by turbo charged, water cooled 4 cylinder JCB ecoMAX engine, generating output of 114 HP. The VM115 Compactor develops high amplitude for deeper compaction, an optimal centrifugal force for a higher density and correct frequency range to get the best relocation of the soil particles during vibration. The VM115 is designed to work for variety of earth work applications such as national highways, dam sites, canals, land development, airports, ports or for that matter any soil compaction work. With a completely maintenance free articulation joint due to self-lubricating bearings, extended JCB engine

VMT 860 has been specially designed keeping in mind the tough Indian working conditions. This new generation road roller comes with maintenance free lifetime lubricated central joint. It also equipped with two water pumps, each pump capable of sprinkling adequate water on both the drum surfaces. The roller has unique operator platform with ergonomically located controls and rotating seats that make operation very comfortable. Owing to its excellent manoeuvrability and a compact design, VMT 860 compaction rollers are also ideal for a wide range of workplaces, including yards, access roads, residential streets, car parks, roads, highways and airports. The VMT 330 Tandem Roller is a highly versatile compactor with high compaction forces and drum offset design. This machine is ideal for compaction in restricted spaces as this has got highkerb clearance. Also, the vibration system and articulated joints are maintenance free. VMT 330 Roller provides saving up to ` 1.10 lakhs in 3 years, the company claims. n

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Mahindra EarthMaster: ideal for heavy duty applications The EarthMaster is loaded with innovative and revolutionary features

here is a lot of focus on road projects across the country and keeping this in mind, the Construction Equipment division of Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd had launched its EarthMaster range of Backhoe Loaders for the Indian market space. The Mahindra EarthMaster is available in two variants - the flagship Mahindra EarthMaster VX caters to the top end of the market with its superior features, while the EarthMaster SX caters to the entry level customers with its highly competitive price. The EarthMaster range of Backhoe Loaders offer a host of benefits to contractors and are the ideal machines for all heavy duty applications like excavation, loading, grading, dozing and cutting which are an integral part of any road building activity.

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The EarthMaster range of Backhoe Loaders is equipped with superior technology coupled with unmatched fuel economy, superior style and operator comfort. They are both powered by the revolutionary Mahindra DITEC Engine which ensures best in class fuel efficiency of 4.5 litre/hour. This superior fuel efficiency ensures operational cost savings to contractors which definitely help boost their profitability. The Mahindra EarthMaster VX comes with an intelligent communication system called as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;REMOTECAREâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; which keeps the business owner or manager constantly informed about the machine through mobile phone based SMS updates. This allows customers complete control over their business, and helps manage their fleets from the comforts of their office, car or home.

The EarthMaster VX Engine comprises of Mahindra DITEC that is equipped with Turbocharged Intercooled Diesel. It has four cylinders. The displacement is 3,532 cc. The gross horse power is 83 PS at 2,300 RPM. The peak gross torque is 321 Nm at 1,300 - 1,700 RPM. The hydraulics of the EarthMaster VX is equipped with a fixed displacement gear pump. The pump delivery comes with a maximum output of 115 LPM at 2,350 RPM. Also the EarthMaster VX is equipped with joystick controls for backhoe operations. This makes it very easy and almost effortless operation for the operator. The operator can work longer hours and further add value to road building contractors and their projects. n

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High-performance compaction and excellent surface sealing with Volvo V

olvo, a well-known player in the automobile and construction equipment, offers a flexible range of road equipment. Here, we look at some of the products and technologies offered by Volvo for road building.

Asphalt Compactor DD100 Volvo Asphalt Compactor is a versatile performer, providing flexibility to handle varying conditions, widths and applications, from roadways and large parking lots to airport runways. Double drum asphalt compactor gives complete control in choice of amplitudes, frequency and more. The result is a smooth, finished mat achieved with less passes and more profitability. Eight amplitude settings are easily adjusted by the operator, allowing for frequent changes as conditions vary, including adjustments for dynamic drum force and drum amplitude. Frequency selections are easily selected from the operator’s electronic vibration control, allowing the matching of machine performance to production requirements. Automatic eccentric rotation frees the operator from the task of changing the rotation, automatically matching the direction of travel, improving mat smoothness with less material distortion and less use of engine power. Impact spacing meter allows the operator to easily monitor the machine’s impact spacing with a control panel-mounted meter that helps guide travel speed adjustments.

Pneumatic Tyred Roller PT220 Volvo’s pneumatic tyre roller offers the smoothest compaction yet. It is designed for roadway applications to produce the perfect mat every time with the double drum vibratory compactors. Volvo manufactured, right down to the Tier 3 engine, providing highperformance compaction so one can finish his job on time and within budget. Irregularities in the material are

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Volvo double drum compactors DD100

removed and excellent surface sealing is achieved. High-performance compaction and excellent surface sealing achieved through isostatic levelling cylinders that keep front tires evenly in surface contact. Maintenance-free hydrostatic drive and steering system provides smooth operation when travelling forward or reverse direction. Overlapping front and rear tire alignment provides complete surface coverage, along with ideal kneading effect and uniform density.

Volvo compactors come with Roll over Protection System (ROPS) With sunshade operator seat belt and ISO certified Roll over Protection System (ROPS) mounted to the machine’s frame provides operator safety. Roof sunshade protects the operator from direct sunlight. ABG Screed technology for excellent paving quality Screed technology with the ABG high density screeds, Volvo offers an

outstanding technology. The patented combination of double tampers with screed vibration enables the paver to achieve the highest possible degree of compaction so that subsequent roller compaction is significantly reduced. This also benefits the mat’s surface evenness and results in a smooth ride. Both Vario and fixed screed models can be supplied as double or single tamper versions.

Variomatic screeds The VB 78/88 and VDT-V 78/88 Vario screed models offer the highest flexibility on jobs with frequently changing paving widths. These screeds can be hydraulically extended to double the basic width. By using the patented hydraulic quick coupling system, extensions can be quickly attached to the basic screed. The paving crew require no tools whatsoever for this operation. They achieve paving widths of up to 13 metres. In addition to all hot bituminous coated materials, dry lean, RCC and CBBM concrete courses, railway ballast and graded mineral mixes can be laid. n

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Wirtgen’s cold milling machines achieve unparalled precision New engine technology is part of cold milling machine is vast. Depending on machine, no more than 0.5 to 1.5 hours are needed to change the milling drum, quickly converting the cold milling machine from a standard milling machine to a fine milling machine, for instance. Removing rutting from a country road, fine milling a surface prior to applying a thin layer, or removing coatings from an asphalt or concrete pavement with a micro fine milling drum – all of these jobs and more can be carried out with one and the same cold milling machine. The range of cold milling applications with FCS is tremendous. Wirtgen Cold Milling machine W 100

irtgen group old milling machines comply with the statutory provisions regarding emissions legislation and supply our customers with the matching machine technology in their respective markets around the world. In addition to the eco-compatible operation made possible by the new engine technology, Wirtgen has also developed numerous innovative features that further improve milling with machines ranging from the small W 35 DC all the way to the large W 2000 and ensure optimum working results.

Rapid Slope ensures even better evenness The new features of the Wirtgen Cold Milling machines include the new Rapid Slope slope sensor, which makes the Level Pro automatic levelling system even more efficient. The Level Pro automatic levelling system is fully integrated in the machine control system and enables the milling depth to be precisely adhered to with the help of various sensors. One outstanding feature is the intuitive and applicationoriented operation with clear graphic displays and function keys. The new Rapid Slope cross slope sensor marks a

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revolution in the levelling process. The sensor boasts extremely fast and highly accurate recording of measurements. At the same time, these measured values are processed in complex computations and forwarded to the machine control system. Wirtgen cold milling machines hence achieve hitherto unparalleled precision in cross slope profiles. This allows considerably higher milling speeds with the same levelling quality. In combination with the newly developed telescoping levelling beam for scanning reference points up to 3.5 metres to the side of the machine, Rapid Slope itself guarantees optimum milling results even when faced with the most complex levelling tasks.

Greater economic efficiency owing to Flexible Cutter System The Flexible Cutter System or simply FCS enables milling drums to be changed quickly and easily. Wirtgen has continuously optimised the system over the past 15 years. Swift conversions mean that companies can use one machine for various types of work. The range of FCS milling drums with different working widths and spacings

FCS Light allows wide range of applications Using Wirtgen’s cold milling machines equipped with FCS allows rollers with different spacings to be used with a constant working width. Wirtgen has developed a simplified version of its FCS system called FCS Light. This enables milling drums of the same width to be changed extremely quickly, so that a variety of different milling jobs can be carried out in quick succession. Innovative customer solutions With the expansion of its cold milling machine programme and new technical developments, Wirtgen provides innovative solutions that offer customers around the world substantial added value for their dayto-day job site operations, also thanks to their own assistance, explains Bernd Holl, Product Manager for Cold Milling Machines at Wirtgen GmbH. “Thanks to our customer proximity, their suggestions from real-life projects are constantly channelled into the further development of our high-performance machines and intelligent features. This means we can develop solutions that enable further cost optimization of milling operations and optimum milling results.” n

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Escorts Compactors: optimum solution for soil and asphalt E

scorts Construction Equipment has been on the forefront, providing comprehensive compaction equipment solution for road construction activity in the country. It claims to be the only manufacturer which can boast of the widest range of Vibratory Roller in the country. The range includes a 10-tonne and a 12-tonne Soil Vibratory roller, a 10-tonne Tandem Vibratory Roller and a 3-tonne Mini Tandem Vibratory Roller.

Road construction is now wide spread in India, which includes the extreme weather of places like deserts which have high temperatures and dry weather and high altitudes which have low temperatures and thin air. Escorts are all geared up with necessary adaptations on the equipment and also the network to render after sales support. The network of Escorts now comprises of more than 140 outlets spread across the length and breadth of the country.

Escorts is ideal for road construction The Vibratory roller range of Escorts offers an optimum solution for the compaction of both soil and asphalt. Having absorbed the technology earlier, Escorts has done

The shift from method specification to end specification of road construction can see many innovations unfolding in the compaction equipment industry in India.

Rajinder Raina, General Manager, Marketing, Escorts Construction Equipment Limited

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lot of work in adapting the equipment for Indian conditions. Current range of equipment offered by Escorts are not only capable of offering the desired performance levels but can achieve them with the least overall cost calculated at cost per cubic metre of compacted earth or asphalt .

Demand for compactors is growing Rajinder Raina, General Manager, Marketing, Escorts Construction Equipment Limited speaks about the market conditions of compactors in India. He says, “The compactor equipment in India has been constantly evolving and matching the framework of the requirement. This evolution has happened earlier due to the mandatory requirements of usage and is currently being driven by end specifications of roads and also the necessity to maximize the productivity of the compaction equipment.” Mr Raina says, “Over the years and more specifically in the last few years, we have seen that demand of higher tonnage rollers growing. The compactobars having dynamic on board compaction measuring devices and

equipment monitoring systems have found acceptance from different user segments. However, these solutions cannot classify as innovations per se, but a developmental activity necessitated by the requirement. It’s more of an adaptation exercise. The shift from method specification to end specification of road construction can see many innovations unfolding in the compaction equipment industry in India.”

Address primary reasons to make roads ‘Monsoon Resistant’ Speaking of the roads in monsoon, Mr Raina observes, “The wash away roads or pot-hole ridden stretches during monsoon have many dimensions to the disruption of roads in monsoon, and this is not limited to compaction equipment alone. The lack of proper drainage, poor design of flexible pavement, improper compaction achieved during construction along with difficult soil condition are some of the reasons for the roads to give away during monsoon. The technology of compaction equipment available is sufficient enough to tackle the issue. However, we need to address the primary reasons first to make our roads ‘monsoon resistant.” n

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Saving cost by strengthening and widening existing roads When a project is proposed for strengthening and widening, the geometric and pavement design plays a very important role to blend

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The drawings below depict the concept. n Ayanakanti Murali babu is the road design, domain expert at ESurveying and has automated many processes related to road designing by using his rich exposure of designing national highway, rail and road projects. With vast experience in preparing detailed project/ feasibility reports pertaining to various types of roads projects Mr Babu, has also been involved in several projects in the capacity of Project Manager, Highway Engineer, Chief Surveyor.

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As it is clearly understood that strengthening and widening projects will be a vital projects which will be taken up for the infrastructure development, ESurveying Softech, has developed a comprehensive package called “ESurvey CADD” to address the strengthening and widening projects in more efficient, accurate and with minimum time .The software not only addresses this type of roads, but also is capable of developing road corridors on virgin alignments with reconstruction.

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When a project is proposed for strengthening and widening, the geometric and pavement design plays a very important role to blend the alignment and crust to the existing road without compromising the requirements and specifications as required by the proposed road corridor. The design engineer will carefully study the existing road geometrics, location of structures, built-up areas etc, so that the proposed center line of the project will be designed in such way that it utilizes the maximum resources of the existing road. In most of the cases a small thickness layer of structural layer like DBM/BM/BC is used to provide the correction to the existing surface and is called as a profile corrective course. As the name indicates it is a layer which is constructed for only the correction of the profile of the existing road black topped surface. The above layers of the

road are constructed as a full depth design layers. The drawings below depict the procedure.

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termed as strengthening and widening projects. This type of construction has many advantages, mainly it’s economical and it speeds up the construction. It also facilitates to retain the compaction of the layers which has been hardened over a period of years. The main disadvantage is that the land acquisition may be required on one side and the project may have to face the wrath of the localities.

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Industry Update

Caterpillar road equipment caters to varying customer needs C aterpillar offers a complete range of road building equipment to suit the varying needs of the customer. For example, there are many different applications a Motor Grader can complete, such as; building and maintaining road networks, side slop construction, ditch (drain) building, cleaning and maintenance, ripping soil in greenfield construction, scarifying of sealed and unsealed roads for rehabilitation. Traditionally in developing markets, hydraulic excavators, bulldozers or wheel loaders are used to carry out work that is more suited to be effectively completed with a Motor Grader with the capability of better finished tolerance.

The Cat Motor Grader is designed keeping in mind to lower maintenance and ownership costs to assist owners to benefit from higher productivity and profit potential. Filter replacement schedules are optimized to extend service intervals. All daily operator maintenance checks and filter replacement positions are located on the one side of the machine centrally located to assist personnel to complete service requirements quickly and efficiently. Caterpillar has a number of grade control technologies available for customers to select, depending on the level of job infrastructure and completion requirements. Motor Graders from Caterpillar can be factory fitted with an

AccuGrade Ready option (ARO) which is the foundation for the addition of other machine control and guidance technologies. ARO includes the integration of all the wiring harness, switches and brackets required for fitting of blade controls technology. Caterpillar’s Grade Control portfolio includes; · 2D Cross Slope · 2D Sonic · 2D Laser · 3D GNSS: Global Navigation Satellite Systems · 3D UTS: Universal Total Station n

Chola partners with Escorts to provide construction equipment loans Escorts is a manufacturer of agri machinery, construction and material handling equipment, railway equipment and auto components.

holamandalam Investment and Finance Company Limited (Chola) has announced a strategic tie up with Escorts Limited for retail finance of construction equipment products. Chola is one of the leading NBFCs in the vehicle finance business and provides loans for the purchase of commercial vehicles across 530-plus cities and towns across India. Whereas

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Vellayan Subbiah, Managing Director of Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Limited, says, “The tie-up with Escorts draws out mutual synergies with Chola being able to offer financing options over a wider range of products to its customers, and Escorts standing to gain from our pan-India presence and access to over 5 lakh customers. We see Escorts as a natural partner and look forward to this tie up translating into a long standing partnership.” Sunil Saksena, Chief Executive Officer, Escorts Limited, Construction Equipment Division, says, “This strategic tie-up will enable Escorts and Chola expand reach to the customer, give him one stop solution. This will draw the best both Chola and Escorts have to offer and increase our customer base.” n

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Tower Crane

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How to select a tower crane? Selecting tower cranes can be a daunting task, but experts offer their opinion safety is an extremely important aspect to be considered while purchasing cranes. Even the smallest of accidents on a crane can result in great damage and possible loss of life. Additionally, well-engineered cranes have a long life contribute to efficiency of construction. The availability of long term support for the cranes is also a must.” Moreover, selection of the supplier should be done so as to ensure a reliable and safe crane, with adequate service back-up across the country. Ideally, a customer should thus look for a proven track record of a crane manufacturer and its ability to provide efficient after sales service support, its ethics in supplying the committed specifications and most importantly the leadership position it enjoys in the industry.

ower cranes are often seen at construction sites involving high rise constructions. Ever since the real estate boom in the cities, tower cranes have become an important part of high rise constructions. Several things go into the decision making process of selecting tower cranes for a project. Experts discuss in detail, the points that need to be considered while selecting tower cranes.

Crane capacity and features closely linked to the project Tushar Mehendale, Managing Director, Electromech Material Handling Systems shares his expertise on the selection of tower cranes. He says, “The selection of a tower crane for a high rise building depends on a variety of factors. Typical criteria that should be considered including the type of construction technology being used – conventional, precast or slip formwork. This will indicate the capacity of the crane required as well as the type of crane in some cases.” For example, in the case

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of slip formwork, not only is a higher capacity crane required, the crane also operates at full capacity at high speeds for a majority of its operating time. This requires very robust construction and electrical as well as precise motion control. Site conditions play an important role in selecting the type of crane required. “Multiple tower cranes operating within the same work envelope might necessitate the need for a flat top crane, while sites in crowded cities with other buildings around them might require luffing jib cranes,” Mr Mehendale adds.

Requirements at future projects “It is worthwhile for a developer purchasing a tower crane to consider the requirements at future projects. This will help reduce additional capital expenditure on cranes,” says Mr Mehendale. Asserting on the importance of safety, Mr Mehendale says, “Further,

Zoomlion offers wide variety of tower cranes Electromech – Zoomlion’s JV offers much for the Indian market with Zoomlion’s range of tower cranes. Zoomlion offers over 42 models of tower cranes ranging

It is worthwhile for a developer purchasing a tower crane to consider the requirements at future projects. This will help reduce additional capital expenditure on cranes. Tushar Mehendale, Managing Director, Electromech

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and maintenance personnel,” says Mr Mehendale.

Manitowoc’s Potain tower cranes are ideal for high rise buildings The Potain MR 418 is the first in an updated line of luffing jib cranes from the manufacturer, each with full frequency-controlled mechanisms for precision control and a streamlined design. The crane can be utilised in either one-fall or two-fall reeving and is perfect for high rise buildings, including super tall structures that exceed 200 metres. Zoomlion TCT7527-20 flat top tower crane installed at NCC Thermal Power Plant, Nellore

from 4 ton to 240 tons that can cater to any type of requirement from the real estate as well as infrastructure construction sector. For working on high rise projects, Zoomlion offers flat top cranes ranging from 4-tonne to 25-tonne. These are designed for safe and reliable performance while ensuring high costefficiency. These cranes are efficient, quick to erect and can self-dismantle and have low operational costs. The flat top design is most suited where multiple cranes are being used in close proximity. These cranes are available with spans up to 80 metres. Hammer head cranes ranging from 5-tonne to 25-tonne. The cranes from this series satisfy diverse construction requirements of different users. Safety devices, robust structure and specially developed PLC electronic control technology enable the tower cranes to be safer and more reliable. These cranes are available with spans up to 80 metres. Luffing Jib tower cranes capacity range from 8-tonne to 25-tonne. The technical parameters and performance of these cranes are ideal for special construction requirements. They feature large lifting capacity, derricking with load, small swing radius and require little operating room. Especially suitable for narrow spaces in urban areas and multiple tower project construction, they are the best choice for high rise

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projects in crowded cities. These cranes are available with spans up to 60 metres.

Zoomlion cranes ensure safety and ease of use Zoomlion range of tower cranes incorporates several innovative features that ensure safety, ease of operations and maintenance. These include a parameter monitoring system that ensures all movements remain within the safe programmed limits. Some of the features included are - Self-climbing mechanism with antidrop device for safe jacking operation. Climbing frame with platform for easy and quick self-erection. Limit switches for hoisting, slewing and trolley movement. Anti-twist device for wire rope. Trolley with safety features such as wire rope breakage protection, axle breakage protection and wire rope guide. Load limiter as well as moment limiter provided to ensure safe operations. Anemometer and lightning arrester to prevent mishaps due to environmental conditions. Quick change device for switching between wire rope falls. This enables handling of heavier loads at low speeds and lighter loads at high speeds with the same crane, thus enhancing productivity at the construction site. “Modular connections of the counter jib and main jib to the slewing module ensure quick assembly and disassembly, saving time and effort. Ladder with safety cage and rest platforms for convenience of operators

The MR 418 offers a host of benefits including the optional 270 LVF 120 hoist. The 201 kW 270 LVF 120 hoist offers excellent capabilities for working on high-rise projects. The 830 metre rope capacity on the winch’s drum means that in single-fall configuration a hook path of 830 metres is possible, while in two-fall configuration, 415 metres of vertical reach is possible. In addition, the winch can reach speeds of up to 254 metre/min for better productivity, while the power control function means the winch can operate off varying power inputs, allowing it to cope with lower power supplies on site. Customers not requiring the full power of the 270 LVF 120 hoist can choose the 110 kW 150 LVF 120 hoist.

For luffing jib tower cranes, two of the most important considerations are it’s out of service radius and the counterjib length.

Alexandre Chanteclair, Product Manager, Top Slewing Cranes, Manitowoc Cranes

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This hoist has a drum capacity of 552 metres and can produce line speeds of up to 210 metre/min.

Potains’s Mast system can deal with challenges of high rises In terms of working height, Potain’s intelligent mast system gives the crane enhanced flexibility to cope with the challenges of modern high-rise buildings. The crane can be installed on fixing angles or on various sized chassis of 6 m x 6 m; 8 m x 8 m; and 10 m x 10 m. For example, a free-standing height of 90 metres can be achieved on a 10 m x 10 m chassis when fitted with 35 metres of jib. With its design focus on high-rise applications, the crane needs only three anchorages to reach a working height of 170 metres. When anchored to a building, the crane’s mast can extend up to 53.2 metres above the last anchorage point.

Potain cranes are made for rough terrain Other design features include having the luffing mechanism and hoist uniquely mounted inside the counterjib, which reduces the amount of space the crane takes up on site and simplifies assembly. Also, there is a large service platform behind the cab, giving technicians a single location from which to access all the major service points. As with previous Potain luffing jib cranes, the counterweight moves to offer better lifting capability – still a function not manufacturers can offer. Speaking of thee luffing jib cranes Alexandre Chanteclair, Product Manager, Top Slewing Cranes, Manitowoc Cranes says, “For luffing jib tower cranes, two of the most important considerations are it’s out of service radius and the counterjib length. The cranes are designed to work on extremely congested sites, so the less space they take up the better. With the Potain MR 418, we have an extremely compact crane that’s quick to assemble, quick to commission and capable of extremely fast lifting speeds on highrise job sites. Maximum capacity for the crane is 24 tonne and the maximum jib length is 60 metres.”

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Everest’s action plan for selecting tower cranes P.V. Ramdev, Managing Director, Everest Engineering Equipment Pvt Ltd, gives insight into the several aspects that need to be considered while selecting tower cranes. He says, “Location of tower cranes to cover the entire building and designated area of the building is to be planned in advance. If viable, it is better to go for external fixing type cranes if the height of the building is 100 -120 metres. If the height of the building is above 120 meres it is better to opt for inner climbing cranes. The suitability of lift room size must be checked for the fitment of tower crane mast section and I beams according to their size if cranes are of the inner climbing type. The free standing height should be mast height and should be suitable to work for Peri, Meiwan and Tunnel type formwork.” He adds, “The jumping sequence must be checked up to the entire height when it comes together with form work, boom placer, different floor heights, etc. If multiple cranes are to be fitted, then luffing cranes are always a better option to go with because it can pass through the other crane through luffing the jib. Luffing crane has very short counter jib length and it is very safe during wind wane condition in buildings of height 150 metres and above.”

Organised planning required for selecting cranes “The space for assembling and erection

The space for assembling and erection of the crane needs to be planned in advance with a well planned logistics support.

P.V.Ramdev, Managing Director, Everest Engineering Equipment Pvt Ltd

of the crane needs to be planned in advance with a well planned logistics support. It is better to plan out a method statement and analyse the potential risk of each location. Tower crane mechanisms play a significant role. All the mechanism must be of VFD control. Schneider and Siemens are recommended for the reliable, smooth and accurate placement operations. VFD control saves power consumption by 35 to 40 per cent. It is essential that all the motors must be IP54 and above to protect the crane from entry of water and dust during heavy monsoon and. A safe load indicator and protection control must be installed for additional safety of tower cranes. Anti-collision devices with safe load indicator can also

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be installed in places wherever multiple cranes are working. This can prevent collision with other buildings, boom placers, towers or nearby objects,” says Mr Ramdev.

SYM makes customised tower cranes Speaking of SYM cranes supplied by Everest Engineering Equipment Pvt Ltd. Mr Ramdev says, “SYM is a 65 years old company manufacturing 8-tonne – 64-tonne tower cranes and has proved itself with its presence worldwide. SYM can offer luffing, flat top and topkit type cranes with various type of mechanism according to the building height, lifting load, lifting speed, etc.” In India, more than 100 units of SYM cranes are in operation.SYM designs, manufactures and supplies tower cranes specific to the requirements of the clients. SYM has already supplied 20 customised cranes of 20 to 25-tonne capacity in India with multilevel wire rope anchorage of up to 180 metres height, working in various power plants. However SYM standard combinations will be enough for current Indian high rise building requirements. SYM offers pre-dispatch inspection which can be done by customer or by a inspection agency. High-speed lifting can also be offered according to the requirements of the building.

Spartan’s tips to choose a reliable tower crane Dr Vikram Mehta, Spartan Engineering Everest Engineering tower crane

Industries Pvt. Ltd. talks about the points that should be considered while selecting tower cranes. The points are concisely listed below: • Easy, safe installation and dismantling processes • Easy transport • Easy handling operations • Low maintenance cost • Jerk less and safe operation • Less power consumption • Fast and easy troubleshooting • Less space requirement • Long life of wire rope • Clear vision through glass in all weather condition • Worker’s safety and operator comfort • Safe wire connection • Long life of crane • Operates in all weather conditions. • Easy availability of spares in India.

CAT HEAD tower cranes are suitable for high-rise projects Dr Mehta describes the features of the CAT HEAD range of tower cranes that can be beneficial for high rises. Speaking of the CAT head range of cranes offered by Spartan Engineering Industries Pvt. Ltd, he says, “The CAT Head cranes follows CE Standards and is available in a Cat Head design. The crane models are available in stationary, inner climbing, skid mounting and travelling models. The robust mast and jib section ensure uninterrupted and safe operations.” The cabin is spacious offering a 360 degree visibility. The crane has

Spartan carries out DP testing to ensure the welding quality and strength of weld joints by a QC inspector after welding.

Dr Vikram Mehta, Managing Director, Spartan Engineering Industries PVT LTD

ST510C Steel structures with pin type connections. The Pins, Ropes, Platforms, Loaders and Footpaths are galvanised. The VFD Hoisting and VFD Slewing are available with speed Adjustments. The crane offers a travelling trolley winch with VFD technology. The electrical components are all branded and the safety devices adhere to EN 14439. Spartan tower cranes are designed and manufactured as per EN 14439, a European standard that deals with all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events relevant to tower cranes. “All structural fabrications use prime quality steel from Jindal steel and SAIL. All critical raw material of tower crane like plate, pins, and tubes are tested in metal testing lab to ensure the strength of material. Spartan carries out DP (Dye Penetrant) testing to ensure the welding quality and strength of weld joints by a QC inspector after welding,” claims Dr Mehta.

Selection of cranes is a crucial process Experts suggest that the process of selecting a crane involves some amount of brevity. It is essential to look into all aspects of the plan while selecting and calling for a customised tower crane. These points offer a comprehensive take on all that goes into selecting a tower crane. It does not go without saying that selecting a tower crane for a project is a very crucial decision point. n

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Cranes

Success Story

GHHL installs first 200-metre flare with the Terex CC 8800-1 crane High capacity crawler crane delivers efficient transport, set-up and configuration changes

size and weight known, GHHL prepared and mobilised the CC 8800-1 crane components for the nearly 1,400 km trip from its Dammam headquarters to the Yanbu project site. “To move the crane, we used 7 heavy duty trailers, 12 low-bed trailers and 40 flat-bed trailers with 12metre deck lengths,” says Pachisia.

country rich with oil, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has unique equipment needs when it comes to the oil industry. Lifting and heavy hauling companies like Gulf Haulage Heavy Lift (GHHL), Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (K.S.A.), must be ready to quickly respond to projects demanding the specialised equipment necessary to build and repair oil refineries, critical to K.S.A.’s economy. Changing environmental regulation updates further complicate business practices by changing the design parameters of refining equipment, so lifting companies must have flexible equipment in their fleets in order to adapt to these evolving needs. For example, the Saudi Arabian Government’s environmental improvement program recently increased the height standards for flare stacks used to burn off flammable gas generated by the oil refining process. Saudi Aramaco was the first oil company to install a flare stack at its Yanbu, K.S.A. facility under these new environmental guidelines. The structure installed was constructed to a height of 200 metres. With stack structure segments weighing from 21 to 104 tonnes, GHHL was hired to provide the heavy lifting. The combination of structure weight and height and difficult site conditions meant that only one crane in GHHL’s fleets was the right choice to efficiently complete the job on time and within budget, the Terex CC 8800-1.

Designed and built as a series, the 1,600-tonne capacity Terex CC 8800-1 crane has a standardised production process, so that transportation, rigging and maintenance ease are built into each crane.

light breeze of 2 m/s to sustained gusts reaching 16 m/s, and this would sometimes continue all afternoon and evening,” explained Sanjay Pachisia, General Manager of GHHL. This was well outside the project’s permissible lift wind speed levels, which ranged from 4.1 m/s to 7.1 m/s, depending on which flare section was being positioned.

Challenging project The sheer size and weight of structure segments made the construction project difficult enough. However, the Yanbu refinery’s location, nearby the Red Sea, severely limited the time crews had to complete each lift.

The project also required a low ground bearing pressure of 12 t/m2 for constructing the crane’s boom configurations and lifting the flare stack. “The CC 8800-1 crawler crane has 2- metre wide tracks and offers a wide 10.5- metre stance to help disburse the weight over a wide area for heavy lift projects,” says Christian Kassner, Senior Sales Manager for Terex Cranes. A wide crawler stance plus the use of heavy-duty, 5-metrelong x 2.8- metre-wide x 0.36- metrethick thick steel matting helped GHHL’s operators meet the project’s ground pressure requirements for the crane.

“Every day at approximately 11:00 hours winds would increase from a

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Once on site, GHHL’s five-person rigging crew began crane assembly. For the first lift, which placed the third-level flare segment 100.3- metre above ground level, the CC 8800-1 was equipped with 108 metres of main boom and its superlift system to hoist the 104 tonne section into place. For the second and third lifts, which placed the level four segment and level five structure into position, crews simply reconfigured the crane by adding its luffing jib on the main boom. The final three lifts for flare structure levels six through eight required one final configuration change. In addition to the main boom, crews used the luffing jib– configured to the maximum boom length of 216 m (708 ft) – and available Runner Winch, so they would have the necessary height and control to place these segments. In all, the Yanbu Aramco Sinopec Refinery Project required just 11 working days to complete the six complex lifts to finish placing the flare stack segments. Once completed, crews disassembled the CC 8800-1 crane and mobilised it back to GHHL’s Dammam facility, a process that took approximately 10 days. n

Access Equipment

New Launch

PALFINGER launches truck mounted AWPs P

ALFINGER India has launched truck mounted access platforms from the PALFINGER Platforms product range, offering innovative lifting solutions at the highest technological level. PALFINGER access platforms make an impression with their safe and reliable height access technology that is of outstanding quality, thus optimally adjusted to the relevant working range. Truck mounted access platform are crucial in application areas like power transmission, maintenance of buildings and structures, landscaping, repair and maintenance of wind turbines among others. With PALFINGER India’s new launch of the PALFINGER compact platforms, integration into any Indian commercial vehicle is possible. The mounting

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expertise of PALFINGER India has executed over 500 installations over a period of time. PALFINGER India’s countrywide network of service and parts support ensures easy access to customers for any support anytime. The PALFINGER compact range starts from 9-metre to 28-metre and is designed with a host of advantages.

Contact

PALFINGER Cranes India Pvt. Ltd. No 37, Varadarajapuram, Nazarathpet, Poonamallee, Chennai - 600 123 Tele: +91-44-264 96081/ 89 Fax: +91-44-264 96083 Email: p.subash@palfinger.com www.palfinger-india.com

Features and advantages • Product range 9- to 28-metre • Ergonomic and compact design • Most of the models can be mounted on LCV’s • Ease of working in cities and congested areas • Better manoeuvrability • Hydraulic range optimisation • Reduction in O&M cost • Completely hydraulic and high reliable operating system • CE and IPAF certified • Manufactured as per EN 280 norms – assured safety at heights.

Concrete

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Sai-Ansh offers plug and use Foam Concrete plant Foam Concrete is a very good replacement to block work, screed for surface preparation for waterproofing filling sunken area, and allied jobs the construction site, with no need for silos and expensive pre-mixed products • Highly competitive price • Energetic and economic saving • High environmental compatibility.

oam Concrete or lightweight concrete are suitable for both precast and cast-in-place applications. Some of the highly insulative cementitious foams can be used as block fills, lightweight roof deck and void-fill materials. Good strength characteristics with reduced weight make lightweight Concrete suitable for structural and semi-structural applications such as lightweight partitions, wall and floor panels, and lightweight blocks. Cementitious Foams are suitable for thin layer coating applications where specific performance criteria are required. Foamed concrete and foamed cement have very fine pore structure. The dynamic nature of foam allows different foam rheology to be incorporated into the host cement or

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concrete matrix to satisfy a wide range of slump loss requirements. The inert nature of foam systems makes them compatible with different kinds of aggregates, fillers, extenders, retarders, accelerators, colorants, hydraulic inorganic and many other additives. Foam Concrete, also known as cellular concrete (CLC), is named after its peculiar composition a porous structure with microscopic air cells.

Advantages of Foam Concrete • High heat and sound insulation • Much faster spreading than the traditional mix of sand and cement • Possibility to mix ingredients in

Applications Non-structural applications include: • Layers: CLC is used mainly in insulating foundations and light layers, as a pipe height levelling and as a support to traditional layers, whose thickness and weight are thus reduced. Moreover, it improves considerably the damping of impact noise, thanks to its discontinuous and weak mechanical structure • Sloping roofs: It is placed under waterproof layers, providing them outstanding values of thermal insulation • Roadbeds • Fillings: CLC proves a functional solution as a vault filling for constructions in old city centres, convents, hotels, hollow spaces or abandoned tunnels, underground passages or excavations of tubes to insulate their environment. Structural applications include: • Building blocks • Prefabricated structures • Placings. CLC, together with sand in higher densities, is used more and more frequently as a real building material. It is particularly suitable for the production of building blocks, prefabricated panels, or cast-in-place vertical structures.

Foam Concrete plant Sai-Ansh Engineers offers plug and

Expert Column ready-to-use type Foam Concrete plant, with integrated system consisting of mixer, foam generator and pump, working together. With Sai-Ansh Engineers’s plant, Foam Concrete can be pumped to cast foam concrete walls or poured in moulds to make blocks or bricks. Foam Concrete can also be laid on terrace and other floors to get benefit of thermal and acoustic insulation, with all the other benefits of Foam Concrete. Foam Concrete is a very good replacement as screed for surface preparation for waterproofing and allied jobs. The speciality of Sai-Ansh Engineers’s plant is that the density of the Foam Concrete can be adjusted easily by just turning a knob. The plant requires just 40 sq. ft. of area and requires just 06 HP (SA-40) of power (singlephase or three-phase motors can be provided), thereby considerably reducing the running cost. The plant can be very easily operated with just one operator by pressing buttons in the control panel, and unskilled labour to load the raw material. “Sai-Ansh Engineers’s plant, like others, is not just a plant having a mixer, a Foam generator-cum-external compressor unit without any pumping facility,” claims the company. That was an old technology and a primitive method to make Foam Concrete where there was no consistency in the batches or even during discharge of a batch. In Sai-Ansh Engineers plant, it takes merely 01-02 minutes to discharge one batch of Foam Concrete after the material is loaded in the plants mixer. Batch size depends on the capacity of the plant. Moreover, after the material is loaded in the mixer, there is no other operation to be done till the ready Foam Concrete is poured in the moulds or site at a distance of 200 metres from the plant, and 20 metres in height. Even to adjust the density of the Foam Concrete one needs to just turn a knob and the quantity of foam will be varied and directly injected into the slurry, internally, thereby getting Foam Concrete of different densities. Complete secrecy in the mix design can be maintained as the setting of the Foam charged in the slurry can be locked. n Contact

Sai-Ansh Engineers Pvt. Ltd., 105, Stanford Plaza, Oshiwara Link Road, Opposite Citi Mall, Andheri (West), Mumbai - 400 053 Tele: 91-22-26732985 Mob: +91-9223347882 Email: rks@saiansh.com www.saiansh.com

RCMME

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ThyssenKrupp’s test tower in Germany reaches a 100-m height in just 2 months The tower, which will rise to 246 metres upon completion, will serve as the testing site for ThyssenKrupp’s mobility solutions tower, ThyssenKrupp is also moving its German Research and Innovation Center (RIC) to Rottweil. These facilities, along with the company’s Neuhausen elevator manufacturing site and its Pliezhausen R&D development centre will represent a cluster of innovation in elevator technology and form a part of the Stuttgart-Zurich innovation axis. An estimated ten thousand students of engineering are also enrolled at universities in the area, including Stuttgart and Konstanz in Germany, and St. Gallen, Winterthur and Zurich in Switzerland, providing a wide recruitment base for ThyssenKrupp.

hyssenKrupp Elevator’s new test tower in Rottweil reached the milestone height of 100 metres on 24th May, within just two months. Designed by renowned architects Helmut Jahn and Werner Sobek, the structure represents the merging of innovative and sustainable engineering with Rottweil’s historic landscape of towers and steeples, and even before completion it is proving to be a popular attraction for tourists in the area. Regarding the tower’s role in ThyssenKrupp Elevator’s future plans, Andreas Schierenbeck, CEO of ThyssenKrupp Elevator, said, “The test tower is a vital element in ThyssenKrupp Elevator’s global research and development strategy, and will play a significant role in our future successes with innovative mobility solutions. Since the limitation on space in urban areas has translated into mid and high-rise buildings as the most viable construction options, there is a co-related increase in the demand for elevators. Rising to meet these demands, this tower will enable the

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quicker development of solutions that address challenges such as increased energy efficiency, faster travel times, and advanced security.” Three of the tower‘s twelve test shafts, measuring 100 metres each, will be dedicated to the new MULTI system announced by ThyssenKrupp in November of 2014. Presented as a solution for mid and high-rise buildings, MULTI realizes the long-pursued dream of operating multiple, rope-less cabins in the same elevator shaft, increasing the shaft transport capacity by up to 50%, and making it possible to reduce the elevator footprint in buildings by as much as half. Andreas Schierenbeck added, “We are well on track for completion by the end of next year, and are looking forward to making a great contribution to the city of Rottweil, with which we have partnered in this landmark project.” In addition to the new jobs that will be created at the R&D facility at the

Visitors to Rottweil, known as the City of Towers owing to its medieval churches and defence towers, are already frequenting its newest addition, which is set to be one of the tallest structures in Germany. Besides serving as a functional testing site for advanced mobility solutions, the tower will also have a glass viewing platform at 232 metres which will offer visitors panoramic views of the Black Forest, the Schwäbische Alb mountains, and, on clear days, the Alps. ThyssenKrupp Elevator provides the Group’s solutions in passenger transportation systems. With sales of 6.4 billion euros in fiscal 201314 and customers in 150 countries, ThyssenKrupp Elevator is one of the world’s leading elevator companies. With more than 50,000 highly skilled employees, the company offers innovative and energy-efficient products designed to meet customers’ individual requirements. The portfolio includes passenger and freight elevators, escalators and moving walks, passenger boarding bridges, stair and platform lifts as well as tailored service solutions for all products. n

Awards

Material handling

Maini Materials Movement bags CII SCALE Awards 2015 M aini Materials Movement Pvt. Ltd., a Maini Group company, wins the prestigious National Award for Supply Chain and Logistics Excellence (SCALE) 2015, held on 21st and 22nd May in Chennai.

Maini Materials Movement is one of the leading players in material movement and in-campus electric mobility solutions.

best-in-class material movement solutions that ensure optimal resource utilisation and high uptime for complete peace of mind. With India getting ready for next phase of economic reforms with progressive government in place and warehousing and logistics industry setting up for a boom, our customers see us as their preferred partner for intra-logistics solutions.”

Organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) – Institute of Logistics, Maini Materials Movement was conferred in the “Support Services for Logistics” category. The award was received by SA Mohan, CEO, Maini Materials Movement and Rahul Sagar, AGM-Marketing, Maini Materials Movement.

The recognition of SCALE Awards 2015 encompasses the excellence amongst logistics service providers and supply chain aspect of user industry. The award attests not only our innovative warehousing and material handling solutions, but also the high degree of customer orientation of our services.”

Commenting on the awards, Mr Mohan said, “We promise to provide

CII Institute of Logistics partnered with E&Y in organising SCALE 2015

awards. The award saw participation from over 150 companies across various categories from logistics, automobiles, engineering, retail, warehousing and more. n

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Shot Blasting

Event

DISA India celebrates Customers’ Day

ISA India celebrated “Customers’ Day” with more than 60 participants attending from 45 companies across India at its Tumkur plant, Bengaluru, on 27th April. The profile of the participants included senior management and owners of the foundries and castings units. The programme began with a welcome note followed by a technical presentation and an exhibition of Wheelabrator’s new generation shot blast machine VH-10/12, DISA MATIC 030 machine and DISA MATCH 20/24 machine. The event was highly technical and completely focused on the display of 3 machines. “These three exhibits can be a game changer in the Indian foundry industry in coming years,” said Viraj Naidu, Managing Director, DISA India Limited in his welcome address. .

The company presented next generation innovations as follows: Wheelabrator VH-10/12: Wheelabrator offers a new Hanger type solution for foundries. Hanger type blast machines are very flexible solutions and meet jobbing foundry/forging company requirement cost effectively. The only variable factor is the fixture design, which gets modified with respective parts. DISA India continued to focus on these machines and tried to optimise solutions to give customers increased added value. Its key features include: small foot print; pit-less machine; load carrying capacity of 800kgs/hook; high performing wheel (SATURN HD); its safety door is operated through electromagnetic motor, etc. Further, it can install, connect and blast with quick installation time; it is easy to move the machine if the production process changes and has a magnetic separator (optional). New Generation DISAMATIC 030: The company’s DISAMATIC

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offerings have been producing castings at the lowest cost per casting. Its innovative DISAMATIC 030 -- the first DISAMATIC moulding machine ever produced in India -- includes highend hydraulics, and various TPM concepts like visibility while in operation with transparent doors. There are 8 “Made in India” DISAMATIC 030 moulding lines in operation. The product’s key features include: it can produce up to 250 uncored moulds per hour and/or up to 220 cored moulds per hour; with mould sizes of 480x600x120-340 mm or 535x650x120-340 mm; it has high-pressure double-sided squeeze for high-density mould consistency; straightforward operation and maintenance; lower mismatch; high uptime; lower capital investment; shorter payback time, etc. Besides, it offers years of profitable service; fast delivery of original spare parts; hotline support; on-site technical support etc. DISA MATCH 20/24: DISA India’s advanced horizontal flaskless moulding machine was launched at IFEX 2012 in Bengaluru. The revolutionary DISA MATCH moulding technology offered several options available to foundries looking for efficient, high-quality production of castings in shorter runs with frequent pattern changes. It showcased its latest DISA MATCH 20/24 to customers which is designed and manufactured to deliver high capacity of 180 uncored mould per hour; more precise or maximum machine related mismatch guarantee of 0.15 mm; repeatable and automatic core setting with Automatic Core Setter (CSE); easy and fast pattern change using Quick Match Plate Changer (QMC); high uptime with local availability of parts and service; lower capital investment cost as it is available for sale in rupees in India. There are 35 DISA MATCH moulding machines in operation in India. For more information contact: DISA India Limited at Bangalore@ noricangroup.com

Profile Albro range of gears for mechanical power transmission

lbro, one of the reputed and established names in mechanical power transmission, provides quality products, available off the shelf as well as made to order according to customers’ specifications and individual requirements as per sample in mild steel, cast iron and carbon steel, etc. Besides its usual range of chains and sprockets in simplex, duplex and triplex, conveyor chains with attachments, elevator buckets and chains, PIV chains, leaf chains, extended pitch chains, silent chains and stainless steel industrial chains (any type, any size) and their spares, Albro has a complete range of various gears which includes hob cut spur, bevel spiral and helical gears, racks and pinions, ratchets and pawl, worm wheels.

Quality engineering plastic products at finger tips

umbhojkar Plastic Moulders is one of the pioneers in designing and manufacturing specialised engineering plastic products. It caters to the industrial needs of its exhaustive list of contended clients all over India, for last 25 years. Kumbhojkar’s award winning products developed and manufactured for the first time in India like cable carrier assembly, flexible coolant pipe, pendant control station, cable drag chain, plastic stand pole and chain, barrier tapes, have been receiving great appreciation widely. The products have been consistently performing to the entire satisfaction of the actual users for the optimum production level. The company is a registered partnership firm established in 1972. Many of its products were introduced for first time in India. Kumbhojkar has its own tool room and injection moulding unit. It also caters to clients for exclusive product development. Kumbhojkar’s products have also received recognition by way of awards like Plasticon Award, Parkhe Industrial Merit award, Late Ramabai Joshi Award. Also some products are design registered under patent office of Government of India. n For more details, visit www.kumbhojkarplastics.com

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The company also provides a range of couplings which include jaw and chain types, universal joints, gear, tyre and pin bush type. Its pulleys range also include timing belt pulleys, flat pulleys, V-belt pulleys and variable speed pulleys like diaphragm (both side - basket spring) type and auto-manual and junior type pulleys with fabricated sliding base. Albro provides helpful design assistance using its gear design tables and simplified engineering tables and many money and energy saving ideas. It is authorised main dealer for “DIAMOND” super chains and their genuine spares, connecting lock and half link, made by TIDC INDIA, an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 company. n Contact

Albro Trading Co., 42-44 S. M. Allabux Marg (Bhajipala Street), Mumbai - 400 003 Tele: +91-22-23424336, 23441194 Fax: +91-22-23447116 Email: sales@albrotradingco.com www.albrotrading.com

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Ship unloader at Gangavaram port

The glory story of Gangavaram Port

or centuries ports have played an extraordinary role in the growth of International trade, which in turn has boosted numerous economies. Interestingly, the words export and import too are incomplete without port. The scenario is the same in India where ports have a predominant existence. Located along the 7000 plus km peninsular coastline, these are hubs of growth. Efficient handling of cargo to the tune of almost 500 million tonnes annually substantiates the same. Also, investments to the tune of $10 billion in various port projects are an indicator of the major transformation and upgradation this industry is undergoing. And with the Government of India inviting private sector participation in development of port infrastructure, this growth trend is augmenting manifold. That brings us to Gangavaram Port, a shining example of how a private sector player can take port infrastructure to the next level.

Excellence in the making Gangavaram Port is situated in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

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alongside the Bay of Bengal. With a depth of 21 meters, this is the deepest port in India. The port was awarded to DVS Raju-led consortium through an international bidding process in the year 2003. It began construction in 2005 and commenced operations in 2008. V Janardhana Rao, Director of Operations, Gangavaram Port says, “It’s been 7 years since we began our journey. With our technological advancement and state-of-the-art facilities today we are operating at par with the best in the world. Together as a team of highly dedicated professionals and experts today we strive to be the leading port in South East Asia.” Emphasising on the same, he says, “Each day comes with its share of challenges and opportunities. And I can proudly say that we’ve managed to convert more and more challenges into opportunities. Growing and excelling in the process.”

Running a tight ship Being the deepest port in the country comes with its own share of responsibilities. Gangavaram Port

SDLG wheel loader in action at the port

handles more than 60 cape size vessels of upto 2,00,000 DWT annually. Only a few ports in the country can claim to do the same. “In 2014-15, the port started it’s functioning with five berths and extended to nine berths on which we handled around 20.75 MMT with a growth rate of 31 per cent over 201314. Though the tonnage represents an admirable performance, it does not depict the entire picture. Considering that we achieved these numbers despite being pulled back due to 42

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Cyclone Hudhud, it is remarkable,” Mr Rao highlighting the performance of Gangavaram Port. While talking on the hardship they went through during Cyclone Hudhud Mr Rao says, “It came to a point where our port was expected to be shut down for 3-4 months. But we turned the tide. The entire team was here and you could feel more energy inside the port than outside. With sheer dedication of our employees and support of the contractors, we were up and running in just 19 days after Cyclone Hudhud.”

It’s been 7 years since we began our journey. With our technological advancement and state-of-the-art facilities today we are operating at par with the best in the world. Together as a team of highly dedicated professionals and experts, we strive to be the leading port in South East Asia. V Janardhana Rao, Director of Operations, Gangavaram Port

He continues, “This was one of the many reasons that propelled us to expand and so we did. Today we have 9 ultra-modern berths out of which there are three mechanised berths equipped with ship unloaders and loaders and closed conveyor systems. Now our tonnage handling capacity is 45 million tonnes which means we will depend even more on our contractors to deliver results. Just like how they have been doing uninterruptedly in the past.” Talking more about the role of contractors, he says, “We at Gangavaram Port treat contractors like our shareholders. We believe we cannot achieve our goals without their backing. And from the time we began operations all of our contractors have continued to do business with us till date. That is how much we value our relationship with them.”

On time, every time Timely delivery is a major concern for any large port. Talking on this aspect, Mr Rao says, “At Gangavaram Port we value the time factor most. Whether it is pre-berthing, unloading, loading or discharging of goods, we are always on our toes to ensure they happen efficiently. This results in a lot of savings on freight costs. And it has been the trend since the beginning. Gangavaram Port is one of the few greenfield port projects in India to Unloading in progress at the port

Ship loader at the port

have been implemented on schedule. Considering the magnitude of this sector it is a commendable feat.” Further he says, “Timely delivery and efficiency are the main ingredients for success in our field. This is the prime reason why we got associated with SDLG. The SDLG team provides us equipment, spare parts and support at the right time which is very critical in our work. Their effort to serve us the best always is appreciable. Their machines and services are a reflection of the same. Currently we use 15 SDLG Wheel Loaders which include LG979 and LG958 models that deliver great performance and enhance productivity every time.”

Responsible work culture Talking about the role of Gangavaram Port for the betterment of society and environment Mr Rao says, “We consider it as our duty to give back to the environment and society. Employment opportunities for villagers in and around our port, continuous air quality, marine water or sediment, noise and ground water quality monitoring and tree plantation drives are some of the activities we undertake at regular intervals. Also, we ensure healthy work environment at the port.” He continues, “We have sprinklers to ensure cleanliness all around. These cover a radius of 120 metres and are 50 metres in height. The mist technology ensures a long lasting effect.” Here is where growth is “At Gangavaram Port there are growth opportunities for everyone associated and we aspire to create more in the future,” Mr Rao concludes. n

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Industry Update

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Danfoss functional safety solution simplifies safety certification D

anfoss introduced a new Functional Safety Solution, a complete functional safety package that greatly simplifies safety certification efforts for off-highway original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The Danfoss Functional Safety Solution saves OEMs time, cost and engineering effort throughout the process of building functional-safety certified equipment.

The new Danfoss Functional Safety Solution represents all Danfoss components, software, processes and training that help customers comply with safety standards, such as the European Machinery Directive 2006/42/ EC and other harmonised standards. No matter the specific functional safety needs, partnership with Danfoss enables customers to achieve Functional Safety certification more easily, reduce total installation costs and accelerate time to market.

Complying with the European Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and other harmonised standards demands intricate knowledge of legislation, components, software, design processes, applications and documentation.

Danfoss Functional Safety Solution offers customers functional safety support on topics ranging from risk assessment to system validation.

Risk assessment With the new Functional Safety Solution, Danfoss shares extensive knowledge and application experience through the customisable Functional Safety Fundamental Training and Risk AssessmentTraining modules. These introductions to functional safety concepts and risk assessment help OEMs approach functional safety and risk assessment more efficiently and intelligently.

System design Most component choices on the market today are not functional safety-certified, and some are not even certifiable. Danfoss Functional Safety Solution offers high-quality controllers, PVG proportional valves and piston pumps that are already safety-certified by thirdparty company Exida. The integration of certified components available with the Danfoss Functional Safety Solution reduces design time and speeds time to market by eliminating the need for OEMs to have components or subsystems independently certified. Application programming The solution simplifies the functional safety aspects of software development with the Software Product Development and Launch Process (PDLP), functional safety certified by TĂ&#x153;V-Nord up to Safety Integrity Level 3 according to IEC 61508:2010. n

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Reinforced concrete give assurance of long life to high rise constructions

Reinforced concrete in high rises: More than just a choice

n the earlier days of constructions, reinforced concrete were usually adopted to give higher tensile strength to the concrete structures. Concrete structures were subject to several problems associated with them. This lead to an experimentation and eventually to the development of reinforced concrete. Though reinforced technology dates back to centuries, it became an approved scientific technology only after 1890. Reinforced concrete is an important technological milestone in construction as it endowed a structure with features that gave it a long life and also protected people

The use of concrete as a building material also enhances fire safety of the structure, noise reduction between floors and greater wind resistance that lessens the sway of the building due to wind forces. Anil Banchhor, Chief Executive, ACC Concrete Business

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living in the structures from external conditions. Today, reinforced concrete is a popular and widely used form of concrete. Reinforced concrete comprise of two things – one is the steel rods and the other being concrete. Wood is also a part of the reinforced concrete. Reinforced concrete becomes a strong mixture as a result. Steel has a high tensile strength. Reinforced concrete is made by forming the concrete inside a metal or timber framework or by casting the concrete around ridged steel bars. A cast in place concrete body is one of the most durable and economical composite materials. However, reinforced concrete is not very suitable for earthquake prone regions. Earthquake prone regions have different requirements, and somehow owing to their very nature reinforced concrete don’t meet up with the needs of earthquake prone regions. As the tensile strength of reinforced concrete cannot bend beyond a particular point, it eventually breaks up giving in to the pressures of an earthquake. However, rehabilitation of such damaged structures is done with different set of materials that suits the region.

Reinforced concrete is superior to other forms of concrete Speaking on the current state of reinforced concrete in the indian

construction industry, Anil Banchhor, Chief Executive, ACC Concrete Business, says “For construction of high rise buildings, the framed structures like columns, beams and slabs is suitable to transfer live load and dead load to the foundation. These structures can be made with high strength reinforced concrete.” The foundation of the building is one of the critical structures that bears the entire load of the building which is also constructed using reinforced concrete. Recent technological advancements in concrete such as the development of high performance concrete and self compacting concrete enable easier and faster construction as compared to the use of structural steel. “The use of concrete as a building material also enhances fire safety of the structure, noise reduction between floors and greater wind resistance that lessens the sway of the building due to wind forces,” he adds.

Vertical expansion of building is the trend Throwing light on several challenges that RCC structures help in meeting, Pradip D Bangaali, CEO and Head Projects, HBS Realtors Pvt Ltd, Mumbai, says, “Mumbai is known for space crunch. Land in the heart of the city is limited and hence there is no option than to go for the vertical expansion. High rise buildings are more than 70 metres in height and are presently 46

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extended to a maximum height of 442 metres. Notable constructions in South Mumbai is by Shapoorji Pallonji who have developed 65 floor twin tower of 250 metres height, ready for possession”

to be tackled. In other words, it has been a challenge for the civil engineering community who have done a great job of fulfilling the dreams of developers and their customers.

Utilising modern RCC technology can give good results Mr Bangaali says, “Unlike in USA, where high rise structures are made from structural steel and then encased by concrete, in Mumbai most of the developers have preferred R.C.C. structures. They are a preferred choice owing to problems arising out of Mumbai’s proximity to sea water and humid weather.” The structural design has to pass through many clearances like MCGM, high rise committee, Fire NOC, Airport authority, Environment committee etc. Hence the most modern methods of R.C.C. construction are used in high rises. Mechanisation with tower cranes, high rise concrete pumps, ready mix concrete, high speed material hoists are some of the many equipment being used currently. In R.C.C constructions, weightage is given to earthquake resistant design and higher grade of Ready Mixed Concrete ( RMC) like M50, M70, M90. Utilising this gives an extra layer of strength for the shell structure of the high rises. However, this is hard to implement as issues involved in implementing logistics and design have

RCC structures provide elevation of facade Several procedures need to be followed in order to make high rise construction a success. Several processes like architectural planning, structural design for earthquake resistance, high rise construction methodology need to be taken into consideration. Special equipment like pumps, transit mixers, tower cranes, boom placers, high speed passenger and materials hoists, ready mixed concrete have to be closely monitored to successfully complete the project. Life of RCC high-rise structures can be considered to be anywhere between 60 to 80 years. The role of HBS realtors in the redevelopment of the old MHADA buildings have resulted in construction of a residential tower of 35 habitable floors and parking lot on a 7 storey podium with a approximate height of 145 metres. “HBS Realtors has opted for RCC structures as it is durable, strong and provides an elegant façade elevation,” Mr Bangaali adds.

Reinforced concrete structures has become popular with thinner design, and several properties like capacity to take the required load and mixed design.

Arun Banavali, Chairman, IIMM and Supply chain management consultant and faculty

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Several properties of Reinforced concrete have made it popular Arun Banavali, Chairman, IIMM and supply chain management consultant and faculty, shares his views on the reinforced concrete. He says, “Reinforced concrete structures has become popular with thinner design, and several properties like capacity to take the required load and mixed design. It provides faster construction, greater strength, and longer life, lowering the overall project costs. This results in safer, environmentally friendly, construction in the case of high rise building projects.” Use of certain materials give an advantage Mr Banavali continues, “In mixed designs for superior reinforced concrete, challenges come in concrete transportation, placing, compacting and curing. Reinforced concrete

Unlike in USA, where high rise structures are made from structural steel and then encased by concrete, in Mumbai most of the developers have preferred R.C.C. structures

Mr Pradip D Bangaali, CEO and Head Projects, HBS Realtors Pvt Ltd

must make use of the right quality of ingredients in the right proportion, with consistent cement composition, and ensure lower water to cement ratio, right bonding of cement paste with that of rebars, in spite of close distances between the rebars especially in the critical joints of column and wall forms. This helps to avoid defects like honey combing, poor bonding etc. Use of pretested quality of aggregates, by using newly developed super plasticisers and additives like micro silica, GGBFS (Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag), which gives higher strength, and reduces the cost of materials like fly ash etc.”

Opt for good brand Mr Banavali adds, “Going for precast reinforced concrete, from well established precast yard, has given distinct advantages to high rise construction projects. Proper storage of required ingredients of reinforced concrete, and cast, accompanied by with transportation, placement, ensure a controlled curing as opposed to the shortcomings of cast-in-situ. It is possible to achieve faster construction, as the time in the pre project stage could make use of precast concrete to meet its peak demand during erection at the site, without causing shortage or interruption at work.” n

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UltraTech Concrete Zip for small concreting jobs Zip is ideal for small concreting jobs and repair work, and ensures minimum wastage of concrete and raw materials Ultratech repair job for road pavement

se of concrete for small repairing jobs often used to be a hassle to the customer, and delivering small volumes would be a challenge for concrete manufacturers. UltraTech Concrete Zip is a unique concrete solution to this challenge, providing liberty to the end user to plan and complete small concreting jobs. It is a multipurpose premixed concrete available in buckets, manufactured from high-quality cement, specially selected and graded sand coarse aggregate, best-in-class high performance additives and measured quality of clean potable water. It can be specially designed as per customers’ requirement in terms of quality, strength, workability and specific value-added properties required for the job. The USP of Zip is that it can be delivered in small quantities and in congested areas, where it is difficult to transport concrete through transit mixers. Zip is packed in compact plastic buckets of 15 litres each. Depending on the required volume, multiple buckets

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can be ordered. UltraTech Zip can be transported even in small vehicles to the desired destination. This becomes a convenient and cost-effective solution for our customers looking at small jobs for concreting. Zip is ideal for small concreting jobs and repair work, and ensures minimum wastage of concrete and raw materials. Value added concretes can also be supplied as per customer’s requirement. The assured quality of concrete is guaranteed due to scientifically designed mix and use of raw materials after testing as per BIS norms. Zip also provides freedom from hassles of concrete mixing on site. When a factory of corrugated boxes was facing issues of cracking of floors due to impact of heavy loads, Zip proved to be an ideal solution. The technical team at UltraTech Concrete recommended Ultra Tech Concrete Fibrecon with steel fibres for the particular problem. The quantity required was only 1m3, and the lead distance was about 5 km. Typically, in concrete, water seeps to the top due to capillary action and gets stiff within a few minutes. The challenge was to provide small quantities of concrete with steel fibres which mixed homogenously and did not disperse in low slump concrete. This challenge was overcome by providing UltraTech Concrete Fibrecon in Zip buckets. A pavement repair solution project for Municipal Corporation Chennai for repairing a pothole on an old bituminous road had a unique requirement. The challenge was with the site being on the main road, it needed to be opened for traffic within 3 hours of concrete pouring. A concrete that hardened within 3 hours

and had a slump of 80-100 mm at the pouring point to enable quick setting was required. The quantity required was about 0.75 m3. The technical team recommended UltraTech Zip Concrete of M40 grade which has high early strength. The recommended solution helped the customer overcome the challenge, and the unique service of Zip was well appreciated. The major application avenues include column starters, minor concrete repairs, bedding in drains, manhole covers, greenhouse bases, foundations for paving slabs, small pathways and steps, concreting of sunken slabs, and road repairs.

About UltraTech Concrete UltraTech currently operates over 100 RMC plants in 35 cities across India that have world class IT systems, quality control and vehicle tracking systems. All of its state-of-the-art automatic plants are capable of producing the entire range of concrete including – UltraTech Concrete Plus, Lite, Duracon, Colourcon, Fibrecon, Thermocon, Hypercon, Pervious, Décor, Freeflow and Stainless. Apart from supplying concrete through its commercial plants, UltraTech specialises in providing customised solutions to customers through its various operating models. It currently operates RMC units for some of the most prestigious infrastructural projects in India such as Jaipur Metro, Mumbai Monorail, etc. For these projects, UltraTech also supplies custom designed, light weight and architectural concrete. n For more information visit www.ultratechcement.com

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Several advantages of PEBs make them a viable option for warehouses

PEB in warehousing: unlocking growth potential

ith rapid progress of technology coupled with demand for several products in rather large quantities has led to the development of warehouses in the outskirts of cities in India. Also as trade assumes an increased importance in daily life, warehouses become even more important. In supply chain and logistics sector, stock keeping units are at places according to their availability and demand of the products that are manufactured. Today, several companies and trade associations share their warehousing space. Warehouses are important in places which have a high volume of trade which warehouses well serve this purpose. However, gone are the days of warehouses which faced several problems like leakage, temperature. Though many of these problems continue to exist, they have been addressed effectively. However, issues like cost of land, rising rentals, and several other issues continue to perturb the logistics sector. Unlike traditional brick and mortar constructions, PEB warehouses have several advantages and this is why they are being fastly adopted in the new warehouses. Also, the development of e-commerce in the country has led companies to have warehouses in the outskirts of cities where land is relatively cheaper and located at places that make them easily accessible from a logistics point of view.

Wide acceptance of PEBs in warehousing PEBs have gained wide accpetance in

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warehouses and experts are drawing on this. Owing to their functional benefits and advantages PEBs are a choice that clients go with. Experts say that PEBs keep up with the times and this is a fact to reckon with. Speaking on the transition in warehouse constructions D Raju, MD, Kirby Building Systems India, says “In earlier days, warehouses were built with traditional brick and mortar construction and then structural steel building with trusses and other types of sections made inroads in the warehousing construction. The advent of sustainable construction, PEB technology came into limelight in the warehousing segment. This has enabled PEB technology to become one of the preferred modes of construction for warehouses being set up across India. This erstwhile concept in India has now become a widely accepted solution with proven benefits for construction in the Indian environment. As eco friendly construction are fast catching up with the growth curve in the Indian market, PEB is the most viable construction solution as it is a green product and has very little impact on the environment. In current market scenario, more than 80 per cent of warehouses are being built with PEB which have taken over the conventional mode of construction in warehousing.” Speaking of how PEB systems in warehousing is helping to complement

trade Sanjay Loya, Executive Director, Loya Pre-engineered Buildings Pvt. Ltd shares some insightful points. Loya says, “Today PEB technology has become one of the most preferred modes of construction for warehouses being set up across India. This has given rise to various innovative PEB solutions for warehousing as well as creating enough scope for the present players to prove themselves.” In earlier days, warehouses were built with traditional brick and mortar construction and then structural steel with trusses and other types of sections made inroads in the warehousing construction. However, with the advent of sustainable construction, PEB technology came into limelight in the warehousing segment. The surge in warehousing demand is driven by favourable changes to trade and commercial policies. There is an increase in domestic consumption, as well as export activity. The customers demand greater efficiency which has resulted in organised retail emerging strongly. Logistics hubs and multimodal facilities are replacing the small and scattered warehouses of the past. There is a shift from owned spaces to leased spaces. Flexibility to expand is an increasing requirement, as is environment control. Anjan Dutta Roy, Vice President, Tiger Steel Engineering raises a very important point on what makes india a very important place for 54

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multinational companies when it comes to warehouses. He says,“The manner in which warehousing industries is being developed are going to be and will be very different from the past with a much larger role for public private partnership. India is being considered as most economical and effective hub for various multinationals, to store their products in order to cater to the need of the neighbouring countries. Major companies in logistics have already frozen typical graphical configuration of buildings and almost everyone is going ahead with metal buildings.”

Customisation of PEB in warehousing Customisation of PEBs is a must as PEBs must be made to suit the storage requirements of the warehouse. Experts emphasise that warehouses vary according to the industries and the entire planning of the warehouse depends on this. Mr Raju says, “Kirby’s warehouses buildings are customised to meet the unique demands of the customers. Kirby is a known name for PEBs in warehousing in the Indian market. This is owing to the unmatched speed of construction, quicker delivery, most optimised design, highest quality and commitment, excellent customer service, faster ROI, etc. Most of the

Kirby’s warehouses buildings are customised to meet the unique demands of the customers.

D Raju, MD, Kirby Building Systems India

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warehouses are standard box type buildings with higher storage space because of no intermediate columns as the design and infrastructure for any warehouse depends on the storage requirements. There is also an entire process which goes into the planning of the construction of PEBs. Trends in technology along with innovations give impetus to the PEB technology in the warehousing segment.” Speaking of the customisation of PEBs offered by Loya PEBs, Mr Loya adds,“The warehousing facility require customisation whenever it is called for. Customisation is led by factors like insulation, PUF panel walls and requirement fuelled by the demand for partition wall within the warehouse. Loya has supplied customised partitions to a few logistics companies.” Speaking of value additions the PEBs have made to warehouses, Mahendra Pingle, Deputy General Manager, Market Development, Tata BlueScope Steel says, “Providing superior protection is not the only criteria when choosing a cladding material of your building. It must also perform in terms of energy efficiency, low maintenance and greater lifecycle saving and of course, you would want it to look good for many years to come.” Mr Pingle adds, “Energy efficiency inside a building envelop may be attained in various ways. This includes the use of light coloured roofing materials to reduce solar heat gain. The building materials can also use low thermal mass materials that respond to temperature change comparatively quicker in contrast with high thermal mass materials that take longer to heat or cool. This makes it necessary to insulate the walls, ceilings, roofs and suspended floors. This calls for favourable orientation of the building and provision of exterior shading to control solar heating and wind flow. This is possible to achieve by using the Thermatech solar reflectance technology.”

Customisation is led by factors like insulation, PUF panel walls and requirement fuelled by the demand for partition wall within the warehouse.

Sanjay Loya, Executive Director, Loya Pre-engineered Buildings Pvt. Ltd

PEB solutions offered by market players Speaking of PEBS solutions in warehousing, Mr Raju says, “Warehouses are increasingly being built to address specific requirements of customers such as offering bare storage, storage with crane facilities, food storage, multi-level stacking, open storage, etc. Kirby India provides packaged solutions along with new concepts like rack supported warehouses based on the requirements. Kirby is provides end to end solutions in both PEB and Storage.” Speaking of PEB warehousing in rural areas, Mr Raju also points out, “Penetration of PEB in rural areas is still miniscule where many agricultural warehouses exist in smaller sizes which use the local vendor for onsite fabrication mainly because of cost advantage. Kirby India provides very cost effective PEB solution for rural areas and is already making inroads.” Mr Raju adds, “Kirby India provides solutions in cold storage warehousing which rely on temperature controlled environment for the storage of perishable foods and edibles that have short shelf life. A well maintained warehouse helps increase the life of the product. Most cold storage warehouses coming up across India can maintain 56

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Providing superior protection is not the only criteria when choosing a cladding material of your building.

Mahendra Pingle, Deputy General Manager, Market Development, Tata BlueScope Steel

various temperature levels at the same time for a variety of products stored. Kirby India also offers multilevel warehouses to parties owing to limitations like cost and availability of land, investment and ROI.” Mr Pingle adds, “COLORBOND steel offered by Tata BlueScope Steel comes with Thermatech solar reflectance technology which has a higher solar reflectance index (SRI) value. The coating offers greater thermal efficiency, better lifecycle and ensures long lasting aesthetics of your building. Thermatech technology, works by reflecting a greater amount of the sun’s heat, thus leaving the roof space and therefore the building, cooler. In hot weather it can keep the building cooler by 1 C to 5 C, depending upon the level of insulation already installed, thus reducing the need for air-conditioning. Thermatech paint technology also provides architects with an appropriate building material to help fulfil their design briefs while achieving their sustainability objectives. Since the addition of Thermatech solar reflectance technology, even darker colours of the colorbond steel absorb less energy, offering the advantages of a cooler roof and a cooler building.”

Advantages of PEBs make it an enviable choice Speaking of the material efficiency

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of Metal Buildings, Mr Roy says, “The metal building construction is the most enviable sector at the moment for the kind of opportunities being generated at every nook and corner of the country, in the form of development of warehousing. It seems metal buildings are omnipresent in different sector of the Indian economy. Metal buildings have its own major share in construction sector accounts for the total investment in infrastructure. It is expected to be the prime beneficiary of the surge in infrastructure investment in the neat to medium term. Metal (Steel) buildings are the right choice in current days of advancement. Metal buildings offers many advantages like economy, sustainability and flexibility being amongst the many benefits of choosing metal buildings over RCC.” Speaking of the material efficiency of advantages of PEB warehousing, Mr Roy says, “Steel warehouses weights are generally less compared to RCC, hence the earthquake force affecting the building will be reduced at the same ratio. Steel is 18 times more ductile than RCC which ensures energy absorption when exposed to deformation beyond the flexibility behaviour, this feature gains importance under dynamic loads. The PEB technology is making in-roads in residential and commercial sectors

at a fast pace across rural and urban areas. India is well set to become a major player in building sector converting steel from RCC. India is growing very fast in PEB sector with an appreciable growth which is ahead of many other countries on run.”

Change in the public opinion about PEBs Speaking of the shift in the public opinion on PEBs Mr Roy says, “The benefits demonstrated by PEB industry has attracted many users who use to earlier think RCC and conventional steel building as the only source is being amended by putting their preferences on PEB as a better solutions. There is almost no risk of error on the steel frame members that are manufactured and controlled at factory and that can be assembled very easily. By using structural steel in the loadbearing system, various geometrical forms can be designed, which is not possible with other materials.” PEBs offer superior value Several advantages of PEBs have made them a choice to reckon with. Since PEBs have added value to warehousing sector along with several advantages as highlighted by experts, they have become a choice for several companies across sectors and verticals. n

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Tekla Structures provides unique system and acts as central system to provide the data or information to every participants of engineering, construction

Tekla Structures: powerful tool for PEBs

ekla Structures, an advanced building information modelling (BIM) software, is an ideal tool for engineers, detailers and fabricators involved in the design, fabrication, and management of PEB projects. Tekla Structures is a powerful and flexible 3D modelling and detailing software solution that integrates the entire workflow from sales and estimating to detailing, fabrication and erection, the whole project lifecycle. Tekla Structures contains extensive library of components which are well suited for PEB industry. Tekla Structures custom component feature provides flexibility to user to create a company specific library of components without any programming knowledge. Tekla Structures effectively integrates into any best-of-breed software driven workflow, while maintaining the highest levels of data integrity and accuracy. Such collaborative workflows are the cornerstone to minimising errors and maximising efficiency, resulting in high profitability and on-time project completion.

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Effectiveness into modelling • Improves the productivity of design with extensive range of connections and dimensional accuracy. • Saves time with tools such as adaptive PEB frame components, customising to company-specific requirements,

and automatic drawing production. • Presence of connections like PEB baseplates, PEB splices, PEB knee, PEB interior column connection. • Easily creates and implements company specific secondary parts, such as sheeting, purlins/girts, braces, and custom components. • Saves money and time with automated clash checking already in the design phase. • Reduces errors in fabrication by exporting of fabrication data directly to CNC machinery. • Achieves accurate design and detailing by integrating the model into the industry standard packages such as Staad Pro, PDS, and PDMS. • Facilitates design process with high class visualisation. Tekla Structures model can be successfully used for various purposes: • Avoid repetitive work and duplicated information as the software covers the entire workflow from sales, bidding, cost estimation, and conceptual design to detailing, fabrication, erection, and follow-up work. • The sales models can be used as the basis for more detailed engineering work. Output of high quality informative visuals presents to the client exactly what they will be receiving. • Output of lists of materials to obtain just the necessary materials. • Accurate material information to support the sales process, tendering, 60

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and purchasing. • Accurate scheduling information can be easily extracted from the detailed 3D model. Output of 3D model is beneficial on the construction site. • Improved time on construction by utilising detailed, dimensionally accurate 3D model. Tekla Structures has been adopted by various PEB companies like Litmus, Quest, Kirby, Tata Bluescope, ERA, Geodesic, Octamec, PEB Steel Lloyd, Mammut, Zamil Steel for accurate and faster estimate, improved quality and accuracy.

Few references from the PEB industry: Product warehouse, Panipat This product warehouse building located at Panipat with a tonnage of 1,250 tonnes. The whole PEB structures comprising has been modelled and

detailed in Tekla Structures as per PEB Standards. Reva car showroom, Bengaluru The Reva car showroom building in Bengaluru consists of 90-metre high and 12.5-metre wide frames with a tonnage of 350 MT spanning 90-metre having 13 frames with intermediate span 9-metre all detailed in Tekla Structures as per PEB Standards. Ski Dubai, UAE A unique mountain-themed attraction, Ski Dubai is the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East. It is located inside the Mall of the Emirates and offers a 3,000 square metres indoor snow setting for skiing, snowboarding, and tobogganing – an opportunity to enjoy real snow in the desert all year round. Built like an upside-down letter L, with its highest point towering 85 metres above the main highway, the snowdome has a

diameter of more than 200 metres (total area 22,500 square metres, including 25 storeys of indoor slopes). Tekla Structures was used for steel detailing to complete the complex and stately snowdome structure with excellent results. Longest run is 400 metres, with a vertical drop of more than 60 metres. The runs have a 60 degrees curve on the way down to make them more challenging. For snowboarders there is a 90-metre quarterpipe and claimed to be the largest indoor snow park in the world. The park also features a Swiss-style balconied chalet café. Ski Dubai is said to be the largest freestanding transparent structure in the world with no supporting columns. It is clad with curved sheeting to represent an aircraft-wing shape floating in mid air.

PEB modelling in Tekla Structures • Large and complex projects • PEB specialised components for easy modelling • All standard profiles and materials from tubular and elliptical sections to individual welds and bolts • Easy integration to all industry standard packages - Staad Pro, Questware, PDS, PDMS • Error-free modelling and detailing. Contact:

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Layher in-house using for storage purpose

Layher Protect System for temporary hall solution Layherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s systems offer a persuasive combination of rapid assembly, dependable weather protection and attractive appearance for constructing a temporary loading hall

he brand promise made by Layher is the expression of a brand philosophy that it has been living by for over 65 years. More speed, more safety, more proximity, more simplicity and more future: values with which Layher strengthens its customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; competitiveness in the long-term. With its innovative systems and solutions, Layher works relentlessly on making scaffolding construction even simpler, even more economical and, above all, even safer. The Layher Cassette Roofs have established themselves as a firm favourite at construction sites for conversion, renovation and restoration. The structure and all the equipment is protected during the conversion or roof

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repair and normal business operations can continue under a secure roof. For building a temporary loading hall, scaffolding and protective systems from Layher were the optimum solution: unlike with drawn-out construction work or expensive one-off products, it was possible not only to build the interim hall quickly and with precise adaptation to the individual situation, but also to provide dependable protection from rain and snow together with an attractive appearance.

Application of Layher Cassette Roof For uninterrupted production work, halls are often required at short notice: for temporary roofs over outdoor sites used as storage areas, for protection of

machinery and goods, or for a temporary production hall. Interim solutions can be put up both cost-efficiently and safely using scaffolding and protective systems from Layher. For example when building a loading hall as an annexe to an existing building. To allow work to continue regardless of the weather and even during the winter, a combination of Allround Scaffolding, protect system and a cassette roof were used. Their simple and logical assembly sequences and their bolt-free connections ensure rapid assembly and effective weather protection for the customer. For an indoor area without supports and hence fully usable, an efficient solution was required for the temporary roof: the cassette roof from Layher. The 64

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enormous load-bearing capacity of the system, using rainproof and walkon roof cassettes, provides effective protection from adverse weather conditions. A few weight-optimized components plus an intelligent wedge connection also permitted easy, fast and flexible assembly. The individual bays were assembled on the ground. The complete truss bays were then swiftly lifted by crane into the required position thanks to their high fitting precision. During assembly of the supporting structure for the about 40 metres long and about 25 metres wide temporary hall, the scaffolding erectors deliberately used – apart from a steel profile beam structure at the transition to the immediately adjoining hall – Allround scaffolding from Layher. The bolt-free wedge-head connection of this leading modular system ensured rapid assembly, while ballasting with appropriate concrete weights afforded the necessary stability. Adjustments to the requirements on the spot were

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also possible without any problem. The flexible and strong Allround Scaffolding also allowed gable walls to be made with wide passage openings for unobstructed fork-lifter traffic. As a durable wall covering, the erectors finally assembled the Layher Protect system, which optimally caters for the stringent requirements of contemporary environmental protection, noise prevention, weather protection and pedestrian safety. The system solution consists of dustproof cassette elements easily fitted to the scaffolding. Its exceptional acoustic insulation properties mean that the system can also be used for temporary noise control walls, for example to reduce the noise generated at construction sites in urban areas or at major events. The scaffolding team built in just two weeks, using Layher scaffolding and protective systems, a loading hall that was both sturdy and practical – because

the light cassettes of the cassette roof and of the protect system create daylight conditions even underneath a roof. Thanks to its top-quality appearance, the temporary hall solution from Layher is not only suitable for factory premises, but also ideal for residential areas or in inner cities. The cassette roof is a non- insulated, rainproof covering under which condensation may from and drip depending on the outside weather. The connection between the cassettes is not sealed and rainwater may penetrate due to unfavourable wind conditions. Layher’s systems offer a persuasive combination of rapid assembly, dependable weather protection and attractive appearance for constructing a temporary loading hall. n Authored by__ Mithilesh Kumar, Director, Layher Scaffolding Systems Pvt. Ltd.

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Adhesives

Extend pipe lifetime with Loctite composite repair system LOCTITE PC 7255 Sprayable Ceramic Protective topcoat

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Henkel also provides certified applicator and installer training program which means that organisations can now have repair professionals who can apply this product on their own and reduce cost and time.

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Loctite composite repair system can be a cost saver in the following application areas: • Repair system for steel pipes, pipelines and tanks • Inside and outside corrosion • Equipment subject to chemical attack or mechanical wear • Complex geometries: bends, tees, reducers and flanges • Oil and gas industry, refineries and petrochemical plants, power plants and water utilities. n Contact:

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octite composite repair system is a fast and economical alternative to pipe replacement. The innovative repair system reinforces and seals pipes designed for high pressure, temperature and chemical resistance. It is fully certified by DNV GL according to ISO / TS 24817. Loctite composite repair system is an all-inone solution and contains components for surface preparation, reinforcement, and topcoat. It consists of: • Loctite PC 7255 sprayable ceramic • Loctite EA 3478 superior metal • Loctite PC 7210 hand lay-up resin • Loctite PC 5085 glass-carbon fibre tape • Loctite SF 7515 corrosion inhibitor. “It is a fast and economical repair solution which has the potential to extend the life of pipeline for up to 20 years and can eliminate the need to replace pipes,” the company claims. It can be implemented without any interruption of operations. Furthermore, tailor-made solutions that include specific calculations of repair designs are also possible. June 2015

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Industry Update

Door manufacturers from ASEAN region who visited Sauerland Stall in Ligna Germany

Sauerland penetrates deeper into ASEAN region A 14-member team comprising door manufacturers from ASEAN region, led by Nitin Vaze of Sleek Boards, made a visit to Sauerland factory in Germany

he fourth educational trip from ASEAN region, having door manufacturers from India, Malaysia, Singapore, and Philippines visited the Sauerland factory in Gotha, Germany.

pressed board as infill or filler board in door manufacture due to its swelling in thickness property which can be a great disaster in life, durability and finishing of the door.

They toured the massive factory and witnessed the fire test of all 100 per cent engineered material door which exceeded 63 minutes and halted due to paucity of time. The factory showed the most economical way to make the fire rated doors, lighter in weight with no additives or inorganic fillers.

Sauerland started supplying in fill or the tubular filler boards to the ASEAN door industry in 2007 and has deeply impacted on the use of timber use and has grown in its use in internal doors and main doors. Although the product is in use for over 63 years globally and exported to over 77 countries with approximately 100,000 doors being made daily, the ASEAN region is yet decades behind in the specifications with timber infill whilst rest of the

Later they visited two leading door factories where they saw that none of the door manufacturers use any flat

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world is already manufacturing the modern and eco-friendly door. Key improved properties in doors with tubular in fill are: • Sound insulation: Extruded tubular and solid boards offer a wide range of sound insulation results for light weight construction as well as high end solutions. • Fire resistance: The board being produced by extrusion method the particle direction is predominantly vertical to surface which in case of exposure to fire provide a low rate of burning. Sauerland offers full support for safe fire door manufacturing. • Construction: The density in solid

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areas i.e. walls of board is minimum high 500 kgs/cu.m. Further the arch principle as in case of construction of dams or bridges give high impact resistance. Thickness tolerance: Critical thickness tolerance of +/-0.1 mm in the board gives rid of telegraphing as the board calibrated board gives a beautiful surface finish and a good bond between the skin and the board. Weight reduction: Tubular boards as an engineered product ideally suits light weight strategy, value feeling in handling the door and high technical performance. Low emission: All products are E1 norm for formaldehyde emission. Lower levels are also possible against special production runs. Straightness: The tubular structure also helps the door to maintain straightness under climatic variations. PEFC/FSC certified: Save the tree for reducing climate change is the mantra at Sauerland. All its products are certified with PEFC. It can also

cater FSC requirements. • Swelling in thickness: Almost zero thickness swelling in Sauerland board compared to flat pressed board/ timber infill ensures long life for door. The visit was of great learning and education for the several door manufacturers. “The visit to Sauerland and other door manufacturers was an eye opener in terms of how decades behind India is to manufacturing good quality doors,” remarked Amit Jindal of A. K. Lumbers Ltd. Sharing his experience Pankaj Chandak, Managing Director at Prestige Interio Concepts Pvt. Ltd. said, “I learned about tubular boards and my perception towards it has changed. Swar Shah, Managing Director of Sujako Interiors Pvt. Ltd. has termed the educational trip as ‘beautiful and very informative’. Whereas Alan Yap, Director, Weng Meng Industries Malaysia said, “Visit to Sauerland

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factory actually really make me more convincing to promote more door using tubular core to housing project markets.” Door manufacturers were also impressed with the fire test organised. Commenting on this, K C Lee, Director of Ivory Pearl Malaysia said, “The technical information shared to us was also very informative and we have a better understanding of the Sauerland hollow core door core and its application. We hope to put some of this to good use in the near future.” The tubular core presentation was very informative particularly on fire protection, sound/acoustic insulation and how the core may swell or expand if it ever occurs. Also stressed was the importance of thickness precision to avoid telegraphing and how extrusion method provides impact resistance. “Equally enlightening is the actual production in our tour at door factories,” adds Charlie Lu from Philippines. n

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Case Study

Existing Condition NHAVA SHEVA

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StrataWeb carries port traffic over clay sub-grade near JNPT Considering the weak sub-grade and the heavy loading, a solution using StrataWeb StyleSW35, 150-mm cell depth was worked out area. State Highway SH-84 connects the JNP-Panvel Road junction to the ONGC terminal at Uran and experiences very heavy traffic movement. Due to heavy loads, the road stretch has always had issues of cracking and subsidence, requiring recurring and persistent annual rehabilitation. Laid Geocel lNHAVA SHEVA

Background Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNP) at Nhava Sheva, Navi Mumbai is spread over 10 sq. kms. and is the largest container port in India. The PWD Maharashtra bears the responsibility of maintaining all the State Highways in and around the JNP

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Technical information • Main client: PWD Maharashtra • Solution offered: StrataWeb Geocells • Project area: 2,200 sq. metres • Application: Road sub-grade strengthening with StrataWeb • Project duration: Seven days in November 2012.

Objective Due to the heavy traffic movement on account of the ONGC Terminal, the road stretch was under distress time and again and its regular maintenance was proving to be an expensive exercise for PWD. Such maintenance would require frequent shutting down of sections of the road and traffic diversions, which further compounded the woes on this vital link to the terminal. Considering all factors for long-term sub-grade improvement, longevity and economy, a StrataWeb engineered solution was finalised. To prove the efficacy of StrataWeb, the stretch closest to the terminal was taken up

Case Study initially, about 450 metres (km 9.2 to km 9.65) with road width of 5.5 metres.

Design solutions Considering the weak sub-grade and the heavy loading, a solution using StrataWeb StyleSW35, 150-mm cell depth was worked out. High strength polymer cable ties were used for cell to cell and flap to flap connections between StrataWeb panels. The StrataWeb cells were filled with GSB (Granular Sub-base) Gr-III material. Construction overview StrataWeb panels of size 2.6-metre X 5.6-metre were used. The 2.6-metre side was placed along the width of the carriageway, while the 5.6-metre side was along the length of the stretch. GSB Gr-III was filled within the cells using highway dumpers. The geocells were filled to full depth of 150 mm, plus an additional cushion of 50 mm. The GSB was spread with a front loader. In this way, one lane of 2.6-metre

width was opened to traffic speedily as a diversion, and the balance roadwidth was taken up and completed in a similar manner. The entire width of the stretch was completed in a record time.

Results According to Strata Geosystems, the rapid installation of StrataWeb and re-opening of the road to heavy traffic within record time was much appreciated by the PWD, and more so by the ONGC Terminal. The entire stretch was satisfactorily completed in seven days with minimum labour and without disrupting the free flow of traffic. Other than diverting the traffic along the adjoining lane, no obstruction or diversion of the road was required, and no heavy machinery was needed. The conventional system of road rehabilitation could not have been done at a faster pace. The project was trendsetting and a major success, considering that

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this was done for the first time in Maharashtra on a State Highway.

About Strata Geosystems Strata Geosystems (India) Pvt. Ltd., established in 2004, is a joint venture with Strata Systems Inc., USA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a part of the 130 year old Glen Raven Group of Companies. Strata Geosystems provides end-to-end technical solutions, from design to execution of geotechnical applications such as reinforced soil walls (flyovers, road over bridges etc.), soil embankment stabilisation, reinforced steep slopes, reinforced foundations, slope protection, load support for paved and unpaved roads and bearing capacity improvement, landfills and reservoirs. Strata is reputed for its quality and cost effectiveness and manufactures conforming to strict international quality standards. Its team of experienced design and project engineers ensures timely and accurate installation. n

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Is your project monsoon ready? Krystol Technology helps in making a structure monsoon ready

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onsoon is the true test of readiness of a structure. Torrential rain, extreme humidity, high temperatures and harsh sun can take a toll on concrete structures leaving them prey to deterioration. Water leakage is the most common complaint that new and existing structures face during the monsoon. The market for repair sees a boost as existing structures need urgent solutions for leaking roofs, walls etc., repairs which would have not been required if the correct solution had been used during the construction of the project. In fact, the industry judges the success of a waterproofing technology depending on the numbers of monsoons it has kept the building safe from.

has cured, the crystalline chemicals sit dormant until another dose of water causes the chemical reaction to start again. The ability to reactivate in the presence of water gives Krystol-treated concrete the ability to ‘self-seal’. When cracks form due to curing shrinkage, settling, seismic activity etc., water entering through them causes new crystals to form and grow, blocking and filling the cracks. This ability to self-seal can help to dramatically reduce the long-term maintenance and repair costs of a concrete structure. An additional benefit is that Krystol Technology doesn’t need absolutely dry conditions to apply and can be used during rains. As long as there is construction on the site, waterproofing can be done.

There is one technology that gives the right solution and has survived the test of time and Indian monsoons. The award-winning Krystol Technology is unique in terms of not just its chemical properties, but also physical properties. This technology uses water as a catalyst to create long, narrow crystals within the concrete itself. These crystals permanently fill the pores, capillaries and hairline cracks of the concrete mass, and continue to grow throughout the concrete, reaching lengths of many inches over time. Once the concrete

Pioneered by Kryton International more than four decades ago, this technology has today created many landmarks across the globe and is used in more than 45 countries. Boasting of the largest North American laboratory specialising in permeability testing, Kryton has always kept a hand on the pulse of the industry and has tried to change and customise products and solutions as required. 20 years ago, Kryton saw the need for reliable waterproofing technologies in India and decided to enter this booming

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construction market as Kryton Buildmat (Kryton-India). Celebrating 20 years of guaranteed waterproof structures, Kryton-India claims to be the oldest crystalline manufacturer in India and has successfully found solutions to infrastructure, commercial, residential and hospitality projects across the country. Having its own manufacturing unit in India, Kryton-India has been able to deliver even with extremely short deadlines to any part of the country. Headed by civil engineers with decades of Indian and international experience, Kryton-India provides solutions to extremely high risk and technically complicated projects. The company has consistently delivered high quality products that are BIS Hallmarked as well as are approved and recommended by Central Public Works Department (CPWD), Engineer’s India Limited (EIL), Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and many other government agencies. The consistent deliverance of quality is ensured through the ISO certification and yearly qualification or audits. n Contact:

Kryton Buildmat Co. Pvt. Ltd. Tele: +91-124 – 4381140/41 Email: info@kryton.in

Coatings

Expert Column

Galvanising process: frequently asked questions coating thickness with a magnetic thickness gauge.

When compared with paints, how does the cost of hot-dip galvanising compare to other corrosion protection systems? When compared with paint systems, hot-dip galvanising after fabrication has comparable initial application costs. In fact, the lower life-cycle costs of a hot-dip galvanised project makes galvanising the smart choice for future. How long can it be expected for galvanised steel project to last in service? Hot-dip galvanised steel resists corrosion in numerous environments extremely well. It is not uncommon for galvanised steel to last more than 70 years under certain conditions.

romtech Group is one of the largest aerosol products and metal pretreatment chemicals manufacturing company in India. Promtech started with metal finishing chemicals and aerosol paints for powder coating and painting touchup, offering their aerosol paint cans since 1994. Today supplying products such as zinc rich paints, zinc bright sprays, galvanising of mild steels, the following is a list of frequently asked questions about hotdip galvanising and cold galvanising of mild steel.

How is steel protected from corrosion by galvanising? Zinc metal used in the galvanising process provides an impervious barrier between the steel substrate and corrosive elements in the atmosphere. It does not allow moisture and corrosive chlorides and sulfides to attack the steel. Zinc is more importantly anodise to steel . This means it will corrode before the steel, until the zinc is entirely consumed. What are the steps in the galvanising process?

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There are four steps: Pre-inspection – where the fabricated structural steel is viewed to ensure it has, if necessary, the proper venting and draining holes, overall design parameters which are necessary to yield a quality galvanised coating Cleaning – steel is immersed in a caustic solution (degreasing solution ) to remove oil from grease, dust and dirt. This is followed by dipping in an acid bath (hydrochloric) to remove mill scale, rust, and finally dipped in bath of flux that promotes zinc and steel reaction, retards further oxidation (steel will not react with zinc unless it is perfectly clean) Galvanising – the clean steel is dipped into a kettle containing 450 degree C molten zinc where the steel zinc metallurgically reacts to form three zinc-iron intermetallic layers and one pure zinc layer Final inspection – the newly galvanised steel is sight-inspected, followed up by measurement of

Does the galvanised steel coating of zinc resist abrasion? The three inter-metallic layers that formed by fusion bonding between iron and zinc metals during the galvanising process are all harder than the substrate steel and have excellent abrasion resistance. What causes wet storage stain and how can it be prevented? Zinc on newly galvanised steel is very reactive and wants to form zinc oxide and zinc hydroxide corrosion products on exposure to air, UV radiation and moisture and water vapours in the atmosphere. This eventually becomes the stable zinc carbonate. When galvanised steel is tightly stacked or stored in wet boxes that don’t allow for free flowing air, the zinc forms excessive layers of zinc hydroxide, otherwise known as wet storage stain. Most wet storage stain can be easily removed with a cleaner or nylon brush. To prevent wet storage stain, store galvanised steel indoors or block it so that there is ample free flowing air between each galvanised article. 74

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Can galvanised steel in service withstand high temperatures for long periods of time ? Constant exposure to temperatures below 390 degree F (200 degree C) is a perfectly acceptable environment for hot-dip galvanised steel. Good performance can also be obtained when hot-dip galvanised steel is exposed to temperatures above 390 degree F (200 degree C) on an intermittent basis. Why should galvanised steel be painted? Called duplex coatings, zinc and paint in combination (synergistic effect) produce a corrosion protection approximately 2 times the sum of the corrosion protection that each alone would provide. Additionally, duplex coatings make for easy repainting, excellent safety marking systems, and good colour-coding. Painting over galvanised steel that has been in service for many years also extends the life of the zinc coating. Is galvanising more expensive than paint? Depending on the product mix, square feet per ton, and condition of the steel surface, galvanising is often less expensive on an initial cost basis. However the lifetime costs should be considered when making a project decision on the corrosion prevention system to utilise. And, with galvanising, the life-cycle cost, i.e. the cost per year to maintain, is almost always less than any conventional painting system. Paint systems require maintenance, partial repainting and full repainting several times over a 30-year project life. The costs can be staggering, making the decision to paint a costly one in the long run. What is the difference between hotdip galvanised fasteners and zincplated fasteners ? Hot-dip fasteners generally have about 10 times as much zinc on the surface and are suitable for use in all exterior and interior applications. Zinc-plated fasteners will provide a dis-satisfactory anti-rust performance if used outside, especially when used to connect hotdip galvanised structural steel members.

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How long will hot-dip galvanising protect the steel from corrosion? The corrosion rate of zinc and how long it will provide protection is a function of the coating thickness and the amount of corrosive elements in the atmosphere. For example, in rural settings where there is less automotive/truck exhaust and plant emissions, galvanised steel can easily last for 100 – 150 years without maintenance. Industrial and marine locations contain significantly more aggressive corrosion elements such as chlorides and sulfides and in such a condition, galvanised steel may last for 50 – 100 years.

of the coating’s inter-metallic layers being exposed. Performance is not affected. Coating appearance depends on the amount of zinc in the coating. Shining also results on the percentage of aluminium in the galvanising bath as well as the composition of flux.

Where are galvanised steel products used? The variety of things galvanised is broad. Structural steel (angles, channels, wide-flange beams, I-beams, H-beams), grating, expanded metal, corrugated sheets, wire, cables, plate, castings, tubing, pipe, bolts and nuts. The industries that utilised hot-dip galvanised steel range from infra and EPC projects, water and wastewater treatment plants, architectural steel structures (canopies, facades, exposed structural steel, lentils, reinforcing steel for concrete decks, exposed structural steel columns and barriers, pulp and paper plants (structural steel, walkways, handrail), motor housings, electrical cabinets, frames, heat exchanger coils): Transmission towers, distribution poles, substations, wind turbine poles, signal antennas, cell towers, rail transportation (poles, switchgear, miscellaneous hardware), chemical/petrochemical plants, Off-shore constructions,(pipeline hardware manufacturing buildings, storage tanks, walkways) silos, tank farms, chemical and steam pipelines, (fence poles, boats, trailers, stadiums, arenas, road crash guards, racetrack fences) Pre Engineered Metal Buildings and almost every mild steel fabrications.

Can galvanised be painted over its coating? If so, what procedure should be followed? Galvanised coatings can be easily and effectively painted, not only for aesthetics but also to extend the structure’s service life. The age and extent of weathering of the galvanised coating dictate the extent of surface preparation required to produce a quality paint system over galvanised steel.

Why is the galvanised coating is shinier in someplace compared to others? The galvanised coating appearance may either be bright and shiny resulting from the presence of an outer layer of pure zinc, or duller, matte gray as the result

Is the zinc coating’s thickness consistent over the entire piece? Coating thickness depends on the thickness, roughness, chemistry, and design of the steel being galvanised. Any one or all of these factors could produce galvanised coatings of nonuniform thickness.

How much weight will my material gain from galvanising? As an average, the weight of the article will increase by about 2 to 3 per cent due to zinc picked up in the galvanising process. However, that figure can vary greatly based on numerous factors. The fabrication’s shape, size, and steel chemistry all play a major role, and other factors like the black weight, the different types of steel that get welded together, and the galvanising chemistry can also have an effect. What is the reason for incorporating venting and drainage holes into a project’s design? The primary reason for vent holes is to allow otherwise trapped air and gases to escape; the primary reason for drain holes is to allow cleaning solutions and molten zinc metal to flow entirely into, over and throughout the part, and then back into the tank or kettle. If stiche-weld takes place, will there be uncoated areas after galvanising? When stitch-welding is used, there is

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a possibility of gas release between gaps, which will prevent the galvanised coating from forming in these areas. By leaving at least a 3/32 inch (2.4 mm) gap between the contacting surfaces, gases are allowed to escape and cleaning solutions and molten zinc are allowed to flow in between the surfaces for a complete and uniform coating.

What is “white rust” and how can it be avoided? “White rust” is the term mistakenly applied to wet storage stain, which actually is a milder corrosion product than white rust. Wet storage stain can be avoided by properly stacking freshly galvanised articles, avoiding unprotected exposure to wet or humid climates, or by using a surface passivation treatment (dip in very dilute dichromate solution) after galvanising. Wet storage stain typically weathers away once the part is in service. White rust is most commonly associated with galvanised cooling towers structures and marine, Off-shore fabrications. Is it a concerned matter when galvanised steel comes in contact with other metals? Zinc is a noble metal and will sacrifice itself (i.e. corrode, give up its electrons

and create a bi-metallic couple) to protect most metals. So, it is recommended to insulate galvanised steel so that it does not come in direct contact with dissimilar metals. Rubber or plastic, both non-conductive, are often used to provide this insulation.

Is a salt spray test in a laboratory appropriate to estimate the corrosion rate of zinc coated steel? In order for zinc to develop its protective patina of zinc carbonate that is very stable and non-reactive, it requires a wetting and drying cycle like that produced by nature. Salt spray tests keep the zinc wet and essentially wash the zinc corrosion products off as they develop, inflating corrosion rate of zinc. This lab test is not reflective of real-life performance of zinc coatings. What is “Cold Galvanising”? There is no such thing as cold galvanising. The term is often used in reference to painting the mild steel fabrication or damaged galvanised structure or object with 99 per cent pure zinc-rich paint. Galvanising by definition means a metallurgical reaction between zinc and iron to create a metallic bond between the zinc and the steel of approx 3600 psi. There is no such reaction when

zinc-rich paints are applied and the bond strength is only several hundred psi. Application of zinc rich paints will completely seal the exposed, scratched, weldedc, damaged surface (resulting from removal of zinc layer on mild steel. Such damaged surfaces are virgin and are much more prone to atmospheric corrosion. Corrosion and rusting are a sub-surface phenomenon and will propagate under the galvanised zinc coating layer. Hence it is customary and mandatory to coat such areas with zold galvanising zinc rich paints. For all further technical details and supplies of zinc rich paints, zinc bright sprays: Please call Innovative Coating Industries: Production wing Promtech Consultancy Group: Thane B-7 / 701, Vedant Complex, Vartak Nagar Naka, Thane West- 400606 LL:022 25883265. Pradeep Vaidya, CEO. Mobile: 09820181738 Email:puvpromtech@ gmail.com www.promtechaerosol.com Sonia Vaidya: Technical Marketing Executive. Mobile: 09819813015 soniavaidya30@ gmail.com n

Chembond divests 49% stake in JV with Henkel The Mumbai-based specialty chemicals manufacturer Chembond Chemicals Ltd has signed an agreement with Henkel Adhesives Technologies India Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of Germany-based Henkel AG & Co KGaA, to divest its 49% shareholding in Henkel Chembond Surface Technologies Ltd. Established in 1974 by Chembond founder Dr Vinod D Shah, the division was one of the leading players in the metal treatment industry in India. “This divestment brings to an end

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a successful partnership between two highly reputed companies that came together to introduce newer technologies and grow along with the emerging industries in India. Guided by a common vision of exploiting synergies to deliver superior customer value was rewarded with over 40 times growth in sales during the 20 years of the partnership. We have a sense of great accomplishment and wish Henkel well for the future,” said Sameer V. Shah, Chairman and Managing Director, Chembond Chemicals Ltd.

Nirmal V. Shah, Managing Director, Chembond Chemicals Ltd, said, “Our decision to divest was based on a number of factors including a strategy to invest in and grow our water treatment, construction chemicals, industrial and high performance coatings, animal nutrition and industrial enzymes businesses. We have also just initiated new businesses like bio-based polyamides and the recently signed JV with Calvatis GmbH for industrial cleaning and hygiene systems for the food, beverage, brewing and dairy industries.” n

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Anudeep to empower construction industry “There are huge skill gaps in the construction industry mainly in methods of applications, understanding of standards and specifications, selection of right materials and equipment,” informs Deepak Kanitkar, Director for Anudeep Constructive Solutions. He further adds, “The aim of this company is to enhance knowledge on the correct construction practices and suggest solutions to problems faced by the applicators or structural engineers.” Speaking on the occasion Anagha Kanitkar, Director for Anudeep Constructive Solutions states, “Anudeep intends to design specific training platforms and impart essential training to various stake holders. Those will include fresh graduates, site engineers, supervisors and applicators. Water proofing, Repair, concrete production and placement as well as flooring and sealing would be covered in the initial programs.”

1st May 31 2015 witnessed the launch of Anudeep Constructive Solutions Pvt. Ltd., a company which would be engaged in training and consultation in the field of construction and with particular focus on construction chemicals and materials. The awareness level among end users is low, which is a significant challenge. The lack of awareness mostly results in the users opting low-cost materials as they do not understand the importance of the use of quality materials. They are also not aware of the benefits that the latest technology has to offer. This challenge can be addressed by training professionals, so as to make them aware of the advantages of quality construction chemicals.

The company was inaugurated by Mr Khandekar, Director for Veekay Chemicals and Peroxy Chem (India). Speaking on the occasion he said, “One of the areas that need attention is training of the applicators and engineers who are not only likely to play a key role in promoting the use of good quality materials, but are also expected to be responsible for guiding the end user and delivering an effective solution to the problems. In case the applicators are not well trained, they are unlikely to be able to convince the end users about the benefits of various new systems over traditional methods. They are also likely to build a bad reputation for new technology by doing an improper job. I congratulate Mr Deepak and Ms Anagha for the initiative they have taken to address this problem and would expect that their training in this field brings in a new resolution in the construction industry.” n For more details, visit www.constructiosol.com

Pidilite unveils Roff Tile Bonder P idilite unveiled its latest innovative offering Roff Tile Bonder, an economical and environmentally safe on-site mix additive for cement. Roff Tile Bonder not only improves the strength of cement but also enhances its workability for fixing of tiles.

that have efficiency and effectiveness of increasing strength and durability of cement. Roff Tile Bonder is an innovation which upgrades the consumer from conventional cement slurry usage to an on-site mix which is the one step solution for fixing tiles.”

Roff Tile Bonder is a unique product that exhibits very high water retention and thus reduces the absorption of water. It is a specially formulated additive that can be used in conventional cement machan or levelling bed application for both horizontal and vertical areas.

It is easy to apply and showcases exceptional bonding properties. It provides good workability, sufficient sag resistance as well as appropriate setting time. The adjustability is good even at low dosages and high ambient temperatures. It makes cement self-cured. It can be used with both grey and white cement and can be used for various type of tiles like ceramic tiles, vitrified tiles, aerated or autoclaved light-weight cementitious blocks (ALC). n

Ashish Prasad, President, Construction Chemicals Division, Pidilite Industries said, “We are delighted to present Roff Tile Bonder to the construction industry. The product is reflection of our strength which lies in developing technically strong products

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KiTEC focusing on product innovation I

We have started manufacturing composite pipes upto 4-inch. Perhaps KiTEC is the only company in the world that produces 3.5- and 4-inch size -Avinash R. Laddha, Managing Director, KiTEC Industries India Ltd.

n the year 1996, KiTEC revolutionised the plumbing industry with the introduction of easy to install pipes for plumbing and many other applications that combines best properties of traditional metallic and plastic pipes. KiTEC offers advanced range of multilayer composite pipes systems in various sizes. Now the company is working on a new range of jointing system to meet the industry demand. In an interview with Neha Wagle, Avinash R. Laddha, Managing Director, KiTEC Industries India shared some points on the new range of products and the roadmap for his company.

Recent performance The pipes and pipe fittings industry is going through a difficult phase especially due to slower growth in construction industry during the past 2-3 years. KiTEC, the manufacturer and supplier of multilayer composite pipes in India since past 18 years, has also faced the heat. Acknowledging this, Mr Laddha said, “Pipes and pipe fittings industry is not performing well and KiTEC is not an exception because there is little awareness for plumbing fraternity in the industry and consequently less awareness for technical products.” However, KiTEC has been able to maintain its growth momentum, he adds. Modi government’s promise of “Achhe Din” raised the expectations of the India Inc. including the pipes and pipe fittings industry with regards to economic reforms and large-scale project execution. However, Mr Laddha believes the government has not been able to meet the expectations in its first one year. Expressing his disappointment he said, “There is no sign that shows there is going to be growth. It’s all in talk, but nowhere seen or felt!”

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New range of products In its efforts to introduce newer technology and newer products, KiTEC introduced PVC – SWR pipes for the first time in the world using carbon black as UV stabiliser to give long life in exposed sunlight installations. Talking about the latest product development, Mr Laddha speaks about the new range of products being introduced in the company. “We have started manufacturing composite pipes upto 4-inch. Perhaps KiTEC is the only company in the world that produces 3.5and 4-inch size. No other company in the world has facility to manufacture this range of composite pipe and jointing system.” Mr Laddha claims.

KiTEC’s pipe fittings range includes • Brass Compression • Composite Compression • Brass Crimp • Composite Crimp. Roadmap At this crucial juncture, KiTEC would like to concentrate on product development through research and development rather than chalking out aggressive capacity addition plan. “At the moment, our focus is on technology to develop more in the jointing system. Since last four years we are working on jointing system,” Mr Laddha adds. In the world many companies have come out with push-fit jointing system in composite pipe technology. Mr Laddha ends up sharing the roadmap saying, “I am afraid as those are with technical flaws, composite pipe itself could have a problem. We are trying to see how we can develop full proof quick to join system before we introduce innovative jointing in the market.” n

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Shakti Pumps: comprehensive and reliable pumping solutions efficiency, better durability which are easy to maintain. With its diverse product portfolio, Shakti is catering to the world’s water needs with steady growth year after year. Equipped with strong product verticals and international standards of technological excellence, Shakti Pumps (I) Ltd. has carved a niche amongst quality conscious users around the world. Shakti Pumps offers comprehensive and reliable pumping solutions with superior quality and energy efficiency. The pumps are largely used for applications like industrial applications, pressure boosting in high-rise buildings and townships, rural/urban community water supply schemes, waste and sewage water treatments and fire fighting, drinking water supply, large-scale irrigation and processes.

Shakti Pumps offers comprehensive and reliable pumping solutions with superior quality and energy efficiency.

hakti Pumps, claims to be the manufacturer of India’s first BEE 5-Star rated pumps, is renowned for producing stainless steel submersible pumps, energy saving submersible motors, vertical multistage centrifugal pumps, pressure booster, self-priming, end suction, open well and solar pumps in India. Founded in 1982, the company has grown phenomenally and become one of the pioneers in the world to produce 100 per cent stainless steel pumps and motors with presence across 125 countries and total revenue of more than ` 300 crore.

Main focus The main focus of the company is to manufacture quality products matching global benchmarks with higher energy

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Product offerings Today, Shakti Pumps is fulfilling water needs of large and small industrial units, farm sector and millions of households. It has a long and varied range of product portfolio in terms of capacity and applications. The product offerings include: • Pressure booster pumps • RO pumps • HVAC pumps • Fire fighting pumps • Sewage or drainage pumps • Cutter and grinding pumps • Monoblock pumps • Submersible pumps and motors • Openwell pumps • Self priming pumps • Diesel pumps • Immersible pumps. Shakti continually innovates and introduces new products and pumping solutions that satisfy the market needs. This compels the company to focus on construction and design with special care while selecting materials and production methods. Shakti uses advanced fabrication technology and produces most of the components in-house, ensuring higher standards of quality. R&D and technological innovation Shakti has emerged as one of the leading entities in the pump industry catering to domestic as well as international markets with a notable reach of more than 125 countries. An ISO 9001-2008 certified company, Shakti has a sprawling state-of-the-art manufacturing facility which is strategically situated in central India at Pithampur in Madhya Pradesh. n

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Hanna introduces line of research grade bench top meters H

anna Instruments announced the launch of HI5000 series of advanced research grade benchtop meters for pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, ion analysis and other water parameters.

All HI5000 series meters have a large colour LCD display, capacitive touch keys, and USB port for computer connectivity. With a low profile design and ideal viewing angle, these meters are a perfect fit for any size lab. The user interface of the HI5000 series is highly adaptable, allowing users to display various measurement modes, realtime graphing, and GLP data. Additional features include, but are not limited to, custom calibration options and buffers, three types of data logging, programmable alarm limits, and a dedicated contextual help key.

HI5000 series is a culmination of Hanna’s efforts to provide customers with simple, accurate, and affordable solutions. This series does just that by offering intuitive and customisable features such as the capacitive touch keys and custom buffer options. The HI5000 meters also provide Hanna’s exclusive CAL Check feature to alert the user of potential problems during the pH calibration process.

Hanna Instruments is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of electro analytical instrumentation. Since 1978 Hanna has produced practical, cost effective devices for lab, environmental, food and industry applications. It offers a range of instrumentation, from research grade bench tops, and ISE’s, to single and multiparameter portable meters for testing pH, conductivity, DO, turbidity and more. Hanna has over 40 offices worldwide to

insure exceptional levels of service and support anywhere in the world. n Contact:

Hanna Equipments (India) Pvt. Ltd. AumSai Bldg., 3/4/5/6, First Floor, Plot No. 23-C, Sector 7, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai - 410210 Tele: +91-22-27746554/55/56 Email: marketing@hanna-india.com www.hannaindia.com

International Summit on water, waste water treatment, waste management & pollution control

29 – 30 September 2015 Le Meridien, New Delhi www.wwc-india.in For more information, please contact: Prashant Lade | prashant.lade@india.messefrankfurt.com | +91 22 6144 5900

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Jayashree offers Proximity Switches

roximity switches of different type are widely used for different applications in various industries. These switches are excellent alternatives to the conventional electro-mechanical limit switches for position sensing and counting applications. Jayashree Electron has been manufacturing quality proximity switches for over 20 years. As one of the largest manufacturers, it offers over 500 models of inductive, capacitive, optical, magnetic and ultrasonic proximity switches. All type of sensors are available in tubular enclosures along with many odd shapes and sizes such as rectangular, fork type, button type and insert type switches. All these models are available with integrated cable as well as built-in connectors as per international standards. These switches carry CSA, CE and UL mark and have been checked for EMC/EMI compliance as per IEC-1000-4-4 and 5. Jayashree makes proximity switches find wide applications in machine tools, foundries, rolling mills, automobiles, textiles, pharmaceuticals, material handling and all automation systems in general. n Contact:

Jayashree Electron Pvt. Ltd. EL-34, ‘J’ Block, MIDC, Bhosari, Pune – 411 026 Tele: +91-20-46901300 Email: sales@jayashree.co.in www.jayashree.co.in June 2015

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Grundfos India launches Chlorine Dioxide production system G

rundfos Pumps India Pvt. Ltd., one of the leading pump manufacturers in India, and a subsidiary of the Danish pump major Grundfos Holdings, launched its Chlorine Dioxide Disinfection System for water treatment applications. This efficient system can be used for treating cooling tower water, industrial raw water, process water and drinking water. Based on underwater generation technology, the system generates chlorine dioxide (ClO2) using concentrated solutions of sodium chlorite and hydrochloric acid. With their high precision, integrated Grundfos dosing pumps the system assures a high performance level and yield. This innovative product from Grundfos is a customised system for the generation of 1 kg to 200 kg ClO2/hour.

The Grundfos chlorine dioxide system can be tailor-made according to customer needs: titanium pumps for pressurised injection, a distribution panel for multiple injections, complete or partial redundancy, external communication for remote control, etc.

It is designed with very effective underwater generation technology which not only consumes lesser chemicals, but also generates lesser by-products.

for an outdoor installation, the dosing section and the control system can be preinstalled in an air-conditioned container.

The small volume of reaction chamber of the Grundfos chlorine dioxide system means lower ClO2 quantity, and therefore lower risk. There is no risk of concentrated ClO2 gas getting released into the atmosphere as the highly concentrated ClO2 is generated underwater. If it is not possible to install the system indoors, or if ambient conditions are not suitable

Commenting on the occasion, Shankar Rajaram, Head - Industry (North and South), Grundfos India, says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have launched this product with an objective to have the least impact on the environment and at the same time ensure maximum safety. We are confident that this product will be valued by the user industry and benefit the customers alike.â&#x20AC;?

IceCOLD forays into India with latest cold-storage technology

ceCOLD, a US based cold storage chemicals company announced the availability of its products in India through its sole Indian licensee - EcoCool Tech India Pvt. Ltd . Through this green technology, IceCOLD restores cooling efficiency and protects the equipment. IceCOLD is a non-toxic and non-hazardous, green technology which restores cooling efficiency and protects the equipment. Installed once, it lasts for the life of the system. It is a synthetic catalyst specifically engineered to address the problem of oil fouling. IceCOLD will not damage a refrigeration or air conditioning system. Since inception there is not a single equipment failure due to IceCOLD. “We are thrilled to foray into the Indian market. Our product is compatible with offerings for commercial establishments, cold storages and cold chains. The launch of the product comes at a time when there is a great focus on improving energy efficiency and reducing operations costs” said Peter Lewis, CEO, IceCOLD. This technology has been installed in over 40,000 systems in over 28 countries since 2001. It is considered as a high performance lubricant and provides a high viscosity index and hydrolytic stability, reducing the wear and tear of the equipment. The product payback period is within 12 cooling months.

Key features IceCOLD is a synthetic refrigerant catalyst, which means it’s a unique blend of: Primary catalyst • Improves efficiency of heat exchange by removing oil fouling • Prevents reforming of oil fouling layers • Efficiency improvements create large fuel/kWh savings and faster cooling. Secondary catalyst • Causes refrigerant evaporation at lower temperature • System reaches set-point faster, decreasing equipment run time • Advanced lubricating agent. n

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Schreder launches Zela, a perfect ambience product Indirect lighting for visual comfort while maintaining performance comfort meets performance and efficiency • Canopy made of plastamid • Flat conical protector made of polycarbonate • Colour: RAL 9022 white or other colours on request

Concept Thermix for long lasting performance. The thermal management of LEDs is crucial for a luminaire’s reliability. To maximise effectiveness and maintain flux over time, several parameters are optimised which include: • Thermal compartmentalisation between the LEDs and the control gear • Direct conduction by minimising the path between the heat source and the outside • Optimised design of the external heat exchange surface. Future proof: Smart upgradability. Since LED technology is constantly evolving, both the photometric engine and the gears can be replaced at the end of the LEDs’ lifespan to take advantage of future technological developments.

Features • Low glare thanks to indirect lighting • Available with 8 lumen packages ranging from 2,000-6,000 lumen • Symmetrical light distribution for general area lighting or asymmetrical light distribution for the lighting of lighting roads and streets • Up to 87 per cent savings on energy and maintenance • Delivered pre-wired to ease installation • Integrated surge protection 10kV (optional).

he new Zela provides a cost-effective indirect lighting solution for the creation of ambiance. This modern luminaire is characterised by its distinct flat and conical diffuser, made possible by incorporating LED technology. This compactness is coupled with a careful design that harmoniously integrates both functionality and finish. For instance, the fins on the base section add certain elegance by continuing the flow of the pole. The new Zela emits a pleasant, low glare light, making it perfect for architectural spaces. Available with symmetrical or asymmetrical light distributions and 8 lumen packages, the Zela luminaire offers a flexible and cost-effective indirect lighting solution for the creation of ambiance.

Housing & finish • Body made of die-cast aluminium, powder coated

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Application Residential streets, squares and pedestrian areas, parks, car parks, bike paths. n Contact

Manisha Gupta Assistant Manager – Marketing Communications Keselec Schréder Pvt. Ltd. 210, Charmwood Plaza, Eros Garden Colony Charmwood Village, Surajkund Road, Faridabad - 121009 Tele: +91-129-4117388, Fax: + 91-129-4117389 Mob: + 91-9990281731 manishag@schreder.co.in www.schreder.com

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Welding

KMDA smoothly catering industrial engineering needs KMDA focuses to provide consummate customer service empowering its clients with a competitive advantage, facilitating them to focus on their core activities. It provides solutions for various aspects of engineering products for its customers.

KMDA is one of the state largest privately held distributors of welding consumables/equipment, abrasive products, total cutting tools, transmission products, industrial safety products and electric power tools. Its supply network consisting of manufacturers, distributors, resellers, valueadded service providers, coupled with one of the industryÂ´s most knowledgeable and experienced sales forces give its customers the competitive edge required in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s industrial environment

The distributorship is promoted by a team of young professionals having vast experience in the field. KMDA is committed to be a strategic partner with client organisation in building businesses by maximising the value of human capital. It analyses the business requirements of clients and deliver solutions to ensure customer satisfaction.

Mission Guided by focus on its five imperatives, the company assures to constantly strive towards growth of an organisation and an individual by creating better ways of supporting business through an understanding of business as well as functional specific expertise. It looks forward to implement the critical initiatives required to achieve its vision. All of its long-term strategies and short-term actions will be moulded by a set of core values that are shared by each and every associate. n

alpdeep Machinery Deepweld Agencies (KMDA) is a fast growing organisation in industrial engineering products, which offers a wide variety of products for industrial engineering needs. It was founded in 1995 with the vision of becoming the state leading technical distributors of industrial supplies.

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International Exhibition on: Welding Technology Exhibition covering Arc Welding Solid State Process, Brazing, Soldering, Adhesive Bonding, Plastic Welding, Metallurgy, Materials Testing Techniques including NDT, Health & Safety, Robotics & Automation Beam Processes & Special Processes like Nano Joining and other allied fields The Indian Institute of Welding welcomes you the 10th edition in the Weld India series of exhibitions. More than 150 high profile exhibitors from around the globe and over 10,000 trade visitors are expected at Weld India 2015 Concurrently the National Welding Seminar (NWS 2015) will host about 500 delegates from India & abroad. Over 200 technical papers are expected to be presented at the National Welding Seminar

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he role of a Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) has gone through several fundamental changes in the last few years. Many companies have shifted from a regional unit procurement approach to a global procurement strategy led by the centre. The CPO has become a valued partner and a recognised asset who collaborates effectively across the organisation driving procurement excellence. In continuation to the forums commitment towards the procurement and supply management fraternity, Conference Asia is delighted to present the 3rd Annual CPO forum India and Awards 2015, a two-day conference for senior level procurement professionals with an objective of bringing together

senior procurement professionals under one roof, to share their expertise and innovations, and create a collaborative environment as well as build a strong community. It also gives an opportunity to the invitees to gain expertise, learn and understand the tools, new challenges and solutions for creative ideas and strategies through a series of interactive session, panel discussion and group discussions. The 3rd Annual CPO Forum India and Awards 2015 will be held on 10th and 11th July bringing together more than 120 senior procurement leaders from a cross section of industry verticals, to meet, discuss and find solutions to their procurement challenges, benchmark methods and strategies, and network under one roof.

The main highlight of the event is the CPO Awards 2015 held on the 10th July 2015, has 14 award categories, supported by Future Supply Chain Solutions aimed at recognising and celebrating the collaborative efforts of individuals and their teams in the journey towards procurement excellence through innovation, commitment and hard work, making it the most sought after awards in the procurement fraternity. This is a step in representing the best initiatives of individuals, their teams and companies across the globe. Like every year, the award boasts of an exclusive and high profile lineup of speakers, thought leaders and the Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Who in the procurement fraternity from the industry. n

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Market for roofing products leaning towards quality T he roofing industry is a important part of the construction industry. It has played an important role. While traditional roofing products and solutions continue to exist to cater to their demand. There has emerged a parallel demand for quality roofing and steel building products, which is met for by the existing players and the new entrants. We look at some players, who are meeting up with this demand for quality roofing. In conversation with B2B Purchase, experts from roof industry discuss about the roof and metal buildings industry and the products that they have to offer.

From traditional products to innovation Speaking of Everest Industries, Kumar Kashyap Jha, Territory manager – Sales & Marketing says, “Everest is the first organised company into roofing solutions. Everest has been in the roofing business since past 80 years. Way back , we were a company into traditional roofing products but today we provide the most innovative products and solutions in roofing. We have deep penetration in India with nine factories spread across several states in India.” Each of our project matters to us Highlighting PEB structures, Mr Jha

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says, “PEB’ s are a trend everywhere now because of the speed of construction and several other advantages that the product has to offer. Everest has done studios, film city, sheds, cold storages, schools, offices, multi-level process plants, warehouses. We have been catering to all sectors. We have done 1500 buildings in the last few years and each one of them is special for us as each project is customised according to the needs of the client.”

Zamil does speciality projects Speaking of the USP of Zamil Steel and the industry, Mr Venugopal K, Manager, Marketing, Zamil Steel Buildings, India Pvt. Ltd says “Zamil has been into speciality projects, wherever there is a need for refined and value added engineering. In the last two years, we have been catering to pharmaceutical industry as well as the paper industry. We have also built a few waste disposal sheds, as part of Clean India mission in Bengaluru. We are into projects where we are able to utilise our best engineering skills. Zamil is a pioneer in technical experience.” PEB’s have an advantage “We are expecting the PEB market to grow into two verticals – one storey ,

two storeys as well as high rise buildings. PEB construction is good for these two verticals. The procedure of building PEB structures is a time saving process. It also saves space unlike concrete structures. In civil constructions, a lot of resources have become scarce and that is why PEB’s have an advantage,” says Mr Venugopal

Multilayer steel roofing is a successful technology Antonio Federico, Export area manager, Ondulit Italiana spa, speaks about the company and the Industry. He says, “Ondulit IT is a Italian company, operating in India for more than 10 years. We have very well known customers like L&T, IFFCO. We are very strong in roofing technology because our roofing material is composition of several technologies. This is a best solution for airport facility and infrastructure. Onduline IT spa has distributors in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Chennai and Kerala. Multilayer steel roofing is successful, because of the roofing and cladding material. In this case, the material is protected by chemicals from both sides, so corrosion is totally prevented. If we compare this product with other products, there is no need to spend money for insulation or acoustic reason or thermal reason. From an acoustic point of view, the insulation

Event is more stronger as the protection prevents vibration of the panel.”

Market for quality roofing is still growing Mr Federico continues, “Products developed by Ondulit IT last for 50 years. Once the customer installs the roof, they just forget about it. We use this technology to make different type of products. We supply the materials only after studying the projects. The materials are supplied on project basis., on a turn key basis. We analyse the project and then we supply the materials. We were in an exhibition in Dubai, and a distributor from India came to us and told us that this is an excellent product and we can use this in India. Introducing the technology was initially a challenge but then it became successful. Our products also have a very long life and that is why they are expensive. The market was developing very slowly towards qualitative products. Today, we have an oriented segment for quality products.

In India, after a few monsoons, some products may need to be replaced. However in case of Onduline, the products are long lasting and you can always recover your investment made on the roofing products within a short period of time,”

Large spends on roofing is still limited Speaking of Onduline India and the roofing industry, Sameer Deshpande, Country Head, Onduline says,”Onduline is a 75 year old french group in the lightweight building material and roofing solutions. We don’t manufacture in India, however once we decide to manufacture we will really look forward to something. Onduline offers a combination of best materials and aesthetically appealing design to the customers. Today there are a lot of options for a customer today when it comes to roofing. Onduline caters in the premium segment, offering some unique characteristics. Also there is a large class of buyer which doesn’t want

to spent a large amount of money on the roofing. As we play in the premium segment, we cater to different set of buyers. However, going forward we will look at that segment too.”

Specialised roofing will cater to market demand Roofing technology and metal buildings will grow. Metal building will grow in segment of warehousing along with housing. Given to their advantages, and in order to meet up with the market demand, new technologies in roofing and metal buildings will help several industries. Growing industry demand will be complemented by new technologies. Old technologies in roofing could might continue to stay, but affordable and efficient new technologies are more likely to replace them. Experts suggest that demand for quality roofing products will grow from a segment of society. Increasing commercial activity, means that specialised roofing products will be there in order to cater to market demand. n

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Concrete Show India 2015 saw a 28 per cent increase in visitors

BM India successfully concluded the Concrete Show India 2015 between 7th to 9th May 2015 with over 150 exhibitors from across 10 countries and 5000+ trade visitors, amidst an industry showcase of products, solutions and services at the trade fair at the Bombay Convention and Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The event had a grandeur opening with the special address given by Shri S.M. Ramchandani, Joint Managing Director, Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation Ltd. (MSRDC) and participation from Government officials, leading Associations, industry professionals and domain experts. Some of the key Industry speakers at the conference included Mr. Surya Prakash, President, Association of Consulting Civil Engineers (India), Mr. Vinay Gupta, Chief Executive Officer â&#x20AC;&#x201C;M/s Tandon Consultants Pvt Ltd., Dr Himanshu Raje, Director Raje Structural Consultants Pvt Ltd, Mr. J P Rao, Director Corporate Marketing Strategy, Shapoorji Pallonji & Co Ltd, Dr Michael Tholen, Managing Director, American Concrete Institute

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Professional Development, ACI University, Mr Cyrus Dordi, Consultant, Ambuja Cement Ltd., Dr Gopal Rai, Joint Secretary, Institute of Bridge Engineers(IIBE), CEODhirendra Group of Companies, Pranav Desai, Head Product Development and Management, Lafarge India Pvt Ltd. The conference saw delegates from renowned companies such as ACC, Bharat Hosiery, BSBK Pvt Ltd., Hess, Hindustan Zinc Ltd., JSW Cement, Leela Tata Realty, Louis Berger, Magicrete Precast, Polygon Chemicals Pvt Ltd., Raheja Engineering, Relcon Infraprojects Ltd., Roop Telsonic Untrasonix Ltd., Spancrete, Tata Steel, Tekla India Pvt Ltd. amongst others. Eminent Speakers at Bridges India on 8th May included Mr. Subhash Joglekar, Vice President, Stup Consultants Ltd, V N Heggade, Sr Vice President (Projects) and Member, Board of Management, Gammon India Ltd, D A Bhide, Vice President (Design), IRB Infrastructure Ltd, P Niranjana, Head Nuclear and Special Bridges, L & T Ltd. Several participants of the show expressed their views on how the

platform helped them to voice industry concerns and also showcase their products The Infrastructure and construction industry representatives from China, Germany, Greece, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, South Korea, Taiwan, The Netherlands, and USA and throughout the value chain visited India to gain insights pertaining to technology trends and market movements. Technology showcase was at its best with innovations from companies like Toyota Forms India Pvt. Ltd., Ashtech, Hess Concrete Machinery India Pvt. Ltd., JSW Cement Limited, RMC Readymix (India), Godrej, Apollo Infratech Private Limited, Hyundai Aluminum Co. Ltd., Tata, Reliance Industries Ltd. The Innovation Corner, Interactive zone, and Concrete Man were some highlights of the event. The viewerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choice in innovative product was won by Ashtech. Concrete Show India will return from 19-21 May, 2016 in a more exciting new and expanded format. n

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