The Singapore Engineer May 2020

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THE MAGAZINE OF THE INSTITUTION OF ENGINEERS, SINGAPORE

THE SINGAPORE ENGINEER

www.ies.org.sg

May 2020 | MCI (P) 004/03/2020

COVER STORY: Use of geogrid slopes in ABC Waters projects

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CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING: A realistic design option for large-scale renewable energy generation FAร ADE ENGINEERING: Establishing a Periodic Faรงade Inspection regime WORKSPACE HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGEMENT: Safe Working and Safe Living


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Three new cranes on Swiss railway project Their compact dimensions mean ease-of-transportation and increased access, and the crawler tracks provide mobility

6min
pages 48-52

Assisting in the construction of Asia’s largest underground metro station Comprehensive formwork and scaffolding solutions were developed for the project in India

4min
pages 46-47

Ensuring safety and reducing the carbon footprint A leading manufacturer of Aerial Work Platforms provides an update on the company’s initiatives and products

7min
pages 22-23

Establishing a Periodic Façade Inspection regime The article describes the initiatives taken in this regard, from conceptualisation to completion

9min
pages 18-21

The impact of Covid-19 on construction companies and the Covid-19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020 An outline is provided on the various reliefs available to the construction industry and some of the legal issues

8min
pages 26-27

Capturing ‘reality’ in one of the world’s busiest airports The creation of an information-rich 3D model will assist in the operation of Changi Airport Terminal 2

6min
pages 43-45

Use of geogrid slopes in ABC Waters projects Reinforcement and stabilisation of the ground is achieved in an environment-friendly manner

5min
pages 12-13

A realistic design option for large-scale renewable energy generation A simple structural concept is presented

13min
pages 14-17

Safe working and safe living Singapore’s Inter-agency Task Force (ITF), set up to manage the Covid-19 situation at the dormitories, is executing Phase Three of its plan

8min
pages 24-25
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