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La Midas Wellness Centre, Gurugram, Haryana
La Midas Wellness Centre Gurugram, Haryana The La Midas Wellness Centre in Gurgaon is a piece of architecture that brings forth the finesse with which the architects have refurbished a twenty-year-old residential dwelling into a wellness centre.
The design of the wellness centre, primarily dealing with dermatological issues for women, takes inspiration from the female form. A complete turnaround of the programmatic configuration has been carefully choreographed alongside the design concept. Manifesting the formal notion of the volume, the façade detailing with definitive curves and the juxtaposition of textures help amplify the design’s starkness amidst its context. As the sun sets, the mildly lit façade comes alive, thereby accentuating the form in the evening sky.
The facility houses the clinical treatment rooms of the various services and spaces to run spa and rejuvenation programs.
The spatial planning transmutes the house’s living areas into interactive waiting areas and other peripheral rooms into counselling and consultant functions on the ground floor. The first floor primarily houses in-patient rooms towards the front with a double skin façade along the south to minimise heat gain in summer. The rear section houses more controlled functions such as operating rooms.
The second-floor uses rejuvenation and Ayurveda therapy rooms and a small cafe with a semi-open terrace for visitors to enjoy a post-treatment coffee.
The flow of curves used in the lighting fixture, furniture selection, partitioning, and the façade is synonymous with the elemental understanding of the female form. It employs a doubleskin perforated metal screen with a seamless finish that keeps harsh sunlight at bay.
Together, the bold and subtle intricacies in the building’s design adhere to the cohesive idea of fluidity and the nuance with which each element is true to unifying the building’s entirety. Intended to be more than a mere facelift, the design makes way for a well-nurtured concept to come to life through built form.
Quick Facts: • Project Name: La Midas Wellness
Centre • Location: Gurugram, Haryana • Client: Neelkanth Hospitals • Architect: Creative Designer
Architects • Other Consultants: • Structural: NA (Adaptive Re-use) • Lighting: CDA • Façade: NS Constructions • Materials used for façade & fenestration: Perforated metal skin • Commencement Date: February 2020 • Completion Date: February 2021
© Noughts and Crosses The design of the wellness centre, primarily dealing with dermatological issues for women, takes inspiration from the female
Case Study- 2
The Educliff Global School
Educliff Global School Darbhanga Tehsil, Bihar
The Educliff Global School is a CBSE accredited primary school designed by Creative Designer Architects. The school is a result of a philanthropic endeavour led by a group of professionals in New Delhi who emphasise the “lean” design approach to maximise the operational cost of the project’s construction. Sited in Dularpur village in Darbhanga Tehsil of Bihar, the school had to be designed to be at par with global education standards.
This challenging, yet intriguing brief veered the architects towards exploring indigenous techniques and vernacular principles of construction. Thus, the design intent is centred around the locally built architecture by the village artisans and creating spaces that foster learning, well-being, and productivity for the children. This attempt has been furthered by harnessing solar passive techniques using the local materials to create high-performing architecture that scores low on operational and embodied energy, and keeps operational costs minimal. A lifecycle approach has been incorporated to use low-energy materials and perform operations vis-a-vis the factors of safety, longevity, durability and functionality.
The design concept creates spaces that brew cultural collaboration amongst the students and villagers. Therefore, the provision of shared community infrastructure for meetings and events takes a centre stage in the planning process, contributing to an increase in revenue. Architecturally, this concept translates into a U-shaped building that wraps around a recessed community space, which serves as an amphitheatre and assembly area.
The spatial planning of the Educliff school comprises three zones, namely
the kindergarten, primary students block and the administration. Discreet access leads to the extreme NorthEast of the site where the kindergarten block is strategically located to ensure safety and security. The opposite arm is the students’ block, and flanked by the two in the middle is the administration block. A structural grid of 24’ X 24’ is employed to allow for functional resilience and transform into spaces that host alternative uses, increasing the life cycle of the building by promoting adaptability. The design encapsulates the vibrancy of interactive spaces for student collaboration, such as staircases with articulated seating, recessed amphitheatres etc.
The building envelope explores modulating fenestrations, such as large expansive windows along north to welcome daylight and double skin jaali along south to reduce heat gain. The brick jaali of the façade is vital to augment better indoor air quality through enhanced and consistent airflow in the spaces.
Additionally, to create an efficient and sustainable building, solar passive techniques to enable energy-saving and optimisation of solar energy have been applied. The U-shaped building block form opened up along the north-east to maximise daylight along the longest perimeter, while enabling
The U-shaped building block form opened up along the north-east to maximise daylight along the longest perimeter
robust cross-ventilation. Solar panels on the terrace garden for energy generation further the project towards self-sufficiency and sustainable performance.
To achieve a steady decrease in operational costs, finishes such as exposed concrete and brickwork were used to help reduce recurring maintenance efforts and expenses.
The intention to create a built form inspired by the local construction practices has been pursued using exposed fly ash bricks for the jaali, exposing concrete and locally sourced wooden screens. Native plants have been used for the landscape using xeriscaping, which minimises water consumption. Furthermore, in pursuit of sustainable practices, zero discharge ETP and STP was installed to manage waste.
Dularpur village, with 233 households and a small population of 3500 people, inspired the architects to seek solutions in vernacular architecture and construction practices that have proven to be sustainable for decades. The school which will form the datum to the conversation in the community will also support the learning curve of many children, required to embrace the locale in its design approach and manifest as the nucleus of villagers’ interactions.
Quick Facts • Project Name: Educliff Global
School • Location: Darbhanga Tehsil, Bihar • Client: Dularpur Charitable Trust • Architect: Creative Designer
Architects • Materials used for façade & fenestration: Exposed brick jaali • Commencement Date: June 2019 • Completion Date: December 2022
Sreenivas Narayanan has over a decade’s experience in sales, business development and new market development, the majority of which has been in the field of passive fire protection and working in the fenestration Industry since 2008. Sreeni has been in the Middle East since 2007. He has worked extensively with AHJs, contractors, architects and developers in the Middle East, India and the Asia Pacific, assisting and advising the various stakeholders on matters relating to standards, testing, code compliance, etc. On behalf of Siderise, Sreeni has been instrumental in ensuring successful completion of numerous large-scale system tests relating to external façade assemblies.
SREENIVAS NARAYANAN (“SREENI”) Technical and Compliance Director – MEI + AP, Siderise Insulation
Uday Shetty is an entrepreneur and a veteran to the Indian façade industry with over 25 years of industry experience. He has recently joined Siderise Group as Director for their newest office in India. His expertise across all major functions and close understanding of the market dynamics shall help set up a long term strategy on fire safety in the façade industry. Uday Shetty is planning to work closely with key stakeholders to improve fire safety standards in India, which will lead to safer buildings. Also through the India office, he will enhance technical services & support and work to improve compliance for the future generation.
UDAY V SHETTY Director, Siderise India Pvt. Ltd.
In an interesting interaction with WFM Media, Sreenivas Narayanan and Uday V Shetty from Siderise talk about their company’s major projects and milestones since bringing 45-years of expertise to India in 2017, their passive fire protection solutions, the need and techniques for designing fire-safe façades, the challenges faced by the industry during the pandemic, and their ambitions for helping India set the benchmark for safer buildings in South Asia for the coming years.
Please brief us about your Siderise’s journey in India? What are the milestones you have achieved?
Uday V Shetty (US): Siderise expanded into the Indian market in 2017. In collaboration with AllArch India Pvt Ltd, we have successfully completed 150+ projects PAN India with more than 30 underway today. The journey since our first project in 2018 has been very exciting, reaching a point where Siderise India Pvt Ltd is now incorporated with a new regional office in India. This move solidifies our commitment to our clients and partners who in turn are committed to improving fire safety and effective compartmentation in façades. Through the new office, we have strengthened operations and support services with a management team and technical site services.
Tell us about your product offerings?
Sreenivas Narayanan (SN): For over 50 years, Siderise has been supplying the construction industry with highperformance passive fire protection solutions for façades and construction: • Slab Edge perimeter fire stop and smoke seal • Cavity barriers • Open state cassette inserts • Spandrel Insulation + Protection fire boards • Cavity trays • Linear gap seals • Bespoke solutions such as balcony bracket protection • Façade acoustic upgrades
These are supplied with comprehensive technical data, detailing all aspects of their performance, supported by thirdparty test certifications and test data. You are one of the leaders in the industry. What are Siderise’s USPs and how they have been maintained consistently throughout the company’s growth? US: From the very beginning of our business, we have set out to act with “integrity in all we do.” Not only does this mean developing superior and fit-forpurpose products and systems that serve to contribute to building safer cities, but applying technical diligence and striving
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for betterment. New product ideas are often born out of collaboration with project partners and the problems they face, and our solutions are subjected to rigorous testing regimes to verify performance and are third-party certified by credited bodies to validate claimed performance. This not only ensures they will comply with legislative and industry requirements but also continually seeks to push the boundaries of passive fire safety to the next level, raising the bar across the construction industry whilst providing reassurance. This includes tests to multiple British (BS), American – (ASTM) (NFPA) and European (EN) standards for both products and complete systems, as well as those created by key organisations such as the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) and Centre for Window and Cladding Technology (CWCT).
All our solutions are backed by support from our strong Middle East technical team (based in Dubai), who can provide marketleading support with design expertise and an understanding of local building codes and standards. They can provide everything from project-specific advice and details to specific calculations and engineering evaluations. They can also work with project teams to develop a bespoke product or system tests to demonstrate compliance with various performance criteria, depending on application or arrangement.
Name some of the major projects in India in which your products have been used? US: Some of our major projects in India are: ICC 1 and 2, RMZ – MY Home Sky View, Rupa Renaissance, World Trade Centre – Chennai, Bhutani – Noida; and World One & Oberoi 365 – Mumbai.
What does sustainability mean to Siderise? SN: Being a sustainable business means not only operating in an environmentally conscious way, but also ensuring we have a positive effect on the communities we operate in. Our products are produced at our dedicated facility in Wales, UK, which has been accredited to ISO 14001: 2015
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Environmental Management Systems. We use state of the art manufacturing processes and environmentally conscious materials. This allows us to meet our customers’ requirements quickly and efficiently whilst providing them with solutions that have minimum impact on the environment.
This edition of the magazine is on Fire safety and Façade design. Tell us about the key points to be taken care of while designing fire-safe façades and fenestrations. SN: Passive fire protection is essential to ensure safe buildings. Therefore, it is vital
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for designers and façade engineers to understand how passive fire products work within the key façade types. Engaging with manufacturers’ training programmes is a good first step here, as they are the experts in their field. Advice and guidance can also be sought from reputable trade bodies such as the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) and the Centre for Window and Cladding Technology (CWCT).
What are the current trends in thermal and fire protection products in India? SN: The current practice is improved whereby all major stakeholders are focusing to use only tested and accredited products. The industry is also moving toward higher performance requirements like spandrel protection, addressing the leapfrog effect, and compartmentation in external façade assemblies that use various types of cladding materials. It is also important to note that the government CED committees are looking for effective implementation and improving local codes and standards.
What is the current situation of your industry when the world was facing the COVID-19 challenge and what are the measures taken post-COVID? US: Protecting all aspects of employee health and safety has always been embedded into the Siderise organisation, from providing regular safety training to implementing policies that support wellbeing. During the pandemic, these measures were put to the test. However, through clear management, open communication and heartfelt initiatives designed to keep people connected, our supportive workplace culture has thrived. At our manufacturing plant in the UK, we implemented a COVID Risk Assessment plan which worked alongside governmental guidance to ensure all onsite staff were kept safe whilst ensuring we could maintain supply for our customers during this challenging time. This is managed by a dedicated RA team, made up of people from all departments and has been communicated to the whole business, with the current RA level clearly displayed on the intranet for all to see. This is supported by onsite LF testing of all site-based employees twice a week, and of any visitors, by our occupational health providers. Alongside protecting the physical health of employees, many initiatives were introduced to encourage staff working from home to stay connected, motivated and positive. An informal internal newsletter and Facebook Group were created and used to provide regular business updates and disseminate information and resources to encourage mental health self-care. Online mental health awareness training was also made available for the entire business.
What practices should be adopted by the industry to overcome these challenges and deal with the after-effects of this pandemic? US: Having strong policies and communications channels already in place put us in a good position as we learned to navigate the challenges of COVID-19. As an international business, we had already embraced the use of remote communication platforms to a certain extent, but moving forward, the industry as a whole will need to be prepared to get to grips with a more digital-led business model — and there are some great benefits to doing this.
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Please brief on your marketing and sales strategies and the latest steps taken towards achieving the best results? Do you organize some awareness generation activities for your customers? US: In addition to working collaboratively with our customers to find the best solutions for their projects, we also share the knowledge we have gained over the years through offering multiple CPD and training opportunities. These include full CPDs talks and educational content for architects, specifiers and engineers covering a range of issues, including firestops and curtain wall regulations, cavity barriers within ventilated façades and more.
We also work closely with our delivery partners, located in regions across the world, to ensure they have access to all the product and installation information they need to supply our products with confidence.
More widely, we are working to raise awareness of the vital importance of passive fire protection within the wider industry through active participation in several key industry bodies and technical committees. What are the major opportunities for your business in India? US: Post Covid, the Indian construction industry is recovering at a fast pace, even when the global shortage of raw materials and associated price increases pose challenges. The government investment in infrastructure has been the main focus for recovery and effective implementation has led to growth in tier 2 and tier 3 cities apart from metro cities. We want to help make sure that India as a country does not repeat the mistakes of others, by doing it right the first time and adopting best practice principles at all stages of a building project, including post-construction.
What are your goals and plans for the next 5 years? US: As global businesses look to establish offices in India, the build environement, and requisite fire and life safety protocols have to be enhanced and improved. Through education and knowledge sharing, we hope to improve the stakeholder responsibilities to ensure safer buildings. Currently, the trend is fire safety, where wrong choice is often made, and it needs to be a mandated approach.
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Prismatic Glass Effect and Giant Canopy at YPCC Chanakya, New Delhi
The brief was to create the effect of prismatic glass at the main atrium. The entire journey was of extreme patience and hard work working continuously with the international and local architects along with the client to create a glass box with a jewel effect. Multiple mock-ups were done with the design progressing and improving at each stage. It required installing 300 jumbo glasses in a prismatic fashion across 3 levels perfectly aligned in a linear and vertical fashion to create the complete effect. The glass had to be carefully sized, grooved, processed and laminated with special strength film to achieve the desired effect. The finishing of the joints had to be immaculately spot on and perfect.
In addition, the design was also to keep in mind the ease of replacement and maintenance in future. Therefore, instead of a solid embedded system for glass installation, a rigid and strong snap-on system was created.
After the initial design, a giant canopy as a design element was to be added which had to complement the glass box with concealed cove lighting and the edges and lines of the same matching from end to end when broken into different squares as well. This required multiple materials to be integrated for the entire canopy to function as an integrated element – MS for structure, Galvum sheet with additional waterproofing and drainage for the reliable waterproof system, rockwool insulation with mesh and Calcium silicate board for acoustic insulation during rain and then Fire Retardant ACP for aesthetics. This required precision sheet metal engineering and working which was achieved with proper design & engineering, immaculate planning, production in a controlled environment and installation under expert supervision.
The other important aspect during the finishing of the project was that the work was to be carried out using specialised access equipment and not scaffolding as the building could not be scaffolded once OC was received. As a result, proper planning and choice of correct boomlifts to be hired and it was essential to complete the job as well as ensure proper finishing quality.
The essential ingredients of success were great teamwork, proper synchronization between client, architect, façade consultant and contractors, great planning, and quality workmanship.
Quick Facts:
Project: Chanakya (YPCC) Location: Chanakyapuri, New Delhi Client: DLF Architect: DPA Design Team: Mr. Sohrab Dalal, Mr. Sanjay Madan, Ms. Shweta Initiation of Project: 2016 Completion of Project: 2018 Façade Contractor: The Rishabh Winpro Pvt Ltd Email : mail@alproindustries.com Website : www.winprowindow.com
An Aesthetic Eyecatcher from SIEGENIA
ECO PASS SKY axxent from SIEGENIA: turning large timber-aluminium elements into eyecatchers
The ECO PASS SKY axxent barrier-free threshold ECO PASS SKY axxent from SIEGENIA combines barrier-free access to the outside with a zero-barrier threshold and unique design benefits, turning large timber-aluminium elements into eyecatchers. This begins with an optical adaptation of the threshold to the frame material with the aid of a doubling into which the running rail is discreetly integrated. End-users benefit from a valuable appearance without any steps with regard to aesthetics and barrierfreedom, this threshold sets standards for lift and slide elements. The cube design of the sash cover caps fulfils the highest aesthetic demands. The streamlined metal covers provide value down to the last detail. With only two millimetres on show, they are barely visible and are convincing due to their invisible fixing.
Just as elegant is the style drain grid design, which is also suitable for use in combination with a drainage gutter. Great emphasis is placed on aesthetics with this solution because the optical design of the threshold and outside area are precisely and mutually coordinated. The passage can also optionally be equipped with floor lighting.
ECO PASS SKY axxent also shows its strengths with regard to sill installation. In terms of a qualitatively and functionally high-quality comprehensive solution, SIEGENIA has cooperated with a leading drainage and sealing specialist to achieve this purpose. The efficient design with sealing plates, sealing wedges and base profiles provides maximum compression. The grid system ensures reliable water drainage. The high-end solution is also convincing in production: fabricators benefit here from the cost-effective complete delivery of the threshold with the aid of the COMFORT UNIT – including the precisely fitting grid for the threshold.
Verified security up to RC3 (DIN EN 1627ff) No compromise in terms of safety: ECO PASS SKY axxent and PORTAL HS, SIEGENIA’s hardware for lift and slide elements, set standards with regard to security. The efficient solution is now available in a number of versions with certified burglar resistance in RC2 and RC3. End-users needn’t forego barrier-free access even in the RC3 version.
Ordering made easy With the ordering of the PORTAL HS – both with the ECO PASS SKY axxent threshold and with other threshold variants – fabricators benefit from the cost-effective processes with easy handling: with the COMFORT UNIT, window manufacturers can purchase customised, preassembled complete packages from SIEGENIA. This also includes the easy and time-saving ordering of RC-certified versions. All components are assembled in a complete package.
For more details on the product, contact:
SIEGENIA India Pvt. Ltd. Plot no. 52, Sector 37, Udyog Vihar Phase VI, Gurugram 122001, Haryana, India. Email: info-in@siegenia.com Website: www.siegenia.com Contact: +91- 9971177168
AIS GYLDE : The State-of-the-Art Lift and Slide Aluminium Door System
AIS Glyde – sleek. smooth. spectacular. glass solutions by AIS. This is what enables superb, seamless installations. AIS Glyde incorporates not just one technology, but several unique systems to enable flexibility, wider spans, heavier panes, and smaller individual components.
AIS Windows offers a comprehensive range of fenestration products in uPVC and aluminium substrates. Available in a range of customisable options, AIS Windows are designed for use in both residential and commercial spaces. AIS Windows enriches lifestyles through enhanced aesthetics while also offering varied solutions in acoustic comfort, privacy and security. It is a one-stop solution for all your doors and windows needs.
AIS Glyde is the only zero threshold, lift and slide Aluminium door system available and made in India with technical expertise from Savio, Italy. It is India’s first and only state-ofthe-art lift & slide door system, which features advanced technology that enables frames as high as 4m#, weighing up to 400 kg, with up to 20% wider vistas. (#Available only in select combinations. Frame height is round up of 3.95m.)
AIS Glyde is the result of a collaboration between two industry leaders. Designed from the inside out, its innovative technology enables the frames to be almost invisible, especially when paired with a wide range of
The smoothest lift & slide door system in India
For more details on the product, contact:
AIS Windows 17F, New Industrial Town Faridabad Haryana 121001 Email: ais-windows@aisglass.com Website: www.aiswindows.com Contact: 1800 1034 805
ALSTONE, a leading manufacturer of High-Pressure Laminate (HPL) & fire rated composite panels in India, launches a futuristic, revolutionary Alstone Alcomb.
Alstone Alcomb is unique and has features like fire protection - A2 grade, high strength and excellent rigidity, lightweight, impact & sound resistance, and 100% recyclable. Right from building façades, ceilings/ flooring panels and furniture to commercial/military vehicles and doors and floors of railways - Alstone Alcomb can be used in a wide range of applications. Alcomb is a robust yet lightweight panel that’s composed of two aluminium alloy sheets facing each other and an inner honeycomb core that’s made from aluminium foils – a true inspiration of the natural hexagonal honeycomb. The unique honeycomb structure makes the product lighter than other materials and also improves the rigidity and stability of its body. Besides, these panels are eco-friendly and are completely recyclable and reusable. Aluminium alloy, used for the construction of these panels is a non-combustible material that works well as a fire retardant and fire prevention material. Also, it is highly non-radioactive and thus does not emit any harmful gases. These energy-conserving properties make these panels a perfect choice for various applications such as construction and architecture, industrial, railways, marine, automotive and aviation. The structure of the honeycomb panels is connected with each other like I-beams. The skin sheet bears the in-plane load like an I-beam flange, function of the honeycomb code is similar to the Web of I-beam bearing shear stress, connecting and supporting both skin sheets. This results in high strength and excellent rigidity.
Sumit Gupta, Managing Director, ALSTONE while highlighting the properties of Alstone Alcomb says, “ALSTONE is a brand synonymous with innovation, design and quality. Our latest Alstone Alcomb is a futuristic and revolutionary panel because of its superior quality control procedures that include rigorous testing under the most stringent standards. It is lighter than other materials due to its unique honeycomb structure, which also improves the rigidity and stability of the buildings. With Alstone Alcomb, we can build upon the trust that our customers already repose in us by extending a 15-year warranty on our honeycomb panels.”
For more details on the product, contact:
Alstone Manufacturing Pvt. Ltd. 15th Floor, Vijaya Building, Barakhamba Road, Connaught Place, New Delhi - 110001, India Email: lalit.midha@alstoneindia.com Website: www.alstoneindia.com Contact: +91-11-41232400
Alumil Launched Three New Partition Systems for Indoor Spaces
ALUMIL Partition P100 Slim
The effective partitioning of indoor spaces is highly important, as it aims to improve the working conditions, by enhancing privacy, natural lighting, and the overall aesthetics. Also, especially during the coronavirus pandemic, the partition systems provide an additional protection line against the spread of the virus, whilst maintaining transparency among spaces. ALUMIL’s three (3) new partition systems, with single or double glazing, enrich the company’s product portfolio in the partition category and offer solutions for every need.
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SMARTIA P100 Slim is a minimal partition system with glazing framed by aluminium profiles and is ideal for offices. It is characterized by very thin profiles (30mm) which allow high levels of natural lighting and provide an aesthetically unique result. In addition, P100 Slim uses double glazing that contributes to the system’s total sound reduction at 47dB. SMARTIA P100 Slim is ALUMIL’s main solution for minimal glass partitions and constitutes an excellent choice for contemporary projects. Its robustness in combination with its elegant design and the broad selection of technical solutions, assure complete design freedom.
SMARTIA P200 Slim
Slim SMARTIA P200 Slim is ALUMIL’s new partition system, with a concealed aluminium face width (structural type). The aluminium face width (49mm) remains concealed thanks to a very thin coating
ALUMIL Partition P200 Slim
layer. The system is an exceptional solution for the partitioning of work environments, as it provides significant sound reduction, enhances natural lighting, and highlights modern aesthetics.
SMARTIA P150 Urban
ALUMIL’s constant aim is to meet every demand. Therefore, the company launches SMARTIA P150 Urban, an extraordinary solution for office partition systems. The series is based on single glazing that is firmly fixed on a “multi-leveled” aluminum frame (3-D). The design of P150 Urban stands out resembling steel constructions (steel look). This is the result of thin intermediate aluminum profiles that form small glass surfaces (grid). The distinctive design of the system renders it a solution that brings a special character into a space providing sufficient – for single glazing – levels of sound reduction (34 dB).
The 3 new solutions for partition systems by ALUMIL, added to the existing series P100 & P200 standard, create a complete product range in the partition category. The high robustness that is ideal for constructions of large dimensions, the high sound reduction levels, as well as the elegant and minimal design, create a great combination for efficient and aesthetically upgraded partitioning of various indoor areas.
ALUMIL Partition - P150 Urban
For more details on the product, contact:
ALUMIL SYSTEMS INDIA PVT. LTD. Office No. 901 /902, Plot No. 9, The Affairs, Palm Beach Rd, Sector 1 7 Sanpada, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 400705 Email: info.asi@alumil.com Website: www.alumil.com/india Contact: +91 86550 45595
Schueco India recently launched its new panorama design slim sliding system AS PD 70.NI for the Indian market at the iDAC Expo, Mumbai. It is a high-quality system with a high degree of flexibility to meet architect and homeowner’s requirements in functionality and design. The sliding system can reach a maximum height of 4.5 metres.
Designed especially for private homes, the Schueco panorama design slim sliding system with its floor-to-ceiling glazing allows natural light to flood your home. The system offers a combination of a slim interlock section and a concealed outer frame that creates an uninterrupted view from the inside to the outside. The new system meets the highest performance requirements and is easy to use.
Product Highlight:
• Concealed outer frames for an allglass look • Integrated handle which adds to the sleek aesthetic design language • Maximum height of 4.5 mts. with individual vents as large as 3 mts in width
Unique feature - dynamic threshold
• Interlock options of 19 mm & 25 mm • Overlapping interlocks provide the same slim face width even for a two track four shutter typology. • Glass combinations from 14 mm to 40 mm • High-performance (wind load, sound reduction, water & air tightness) • Unique ‘dynamic threshold’ - smooth interplay of precision engineered components to provide a dynamic, barrier-free threshold which is available at the bottom. This mechanism is designed to operate ‘only when necessary’, making it child-safe and fool-proof • Unique ‘dynamic side frame’ – applied technology to achieve a dynamic, flush outer frame on the sides with no visible cavities. This not only adds to the aesthetics but also prevents dust accumulation on the sides while the sliding system is left open.
“We are very excited to take the AS PD 70.NI to our architects, home-owners and fabrication partners. The feedback has been highly encouraging and this product launch strengthens our already wide portfolio of panorama design slim sliding system in the Indian market,” says Ayaz Danish, National Manager – Private Homes Business, Schueco India Private Limited. “We have already started working on various private home projects across India with this new system and are looking forward to creating many more outstanding buildings in the near future”, he added.
For more details on the product, contact:
Schueco India Private Limited Mumbai Email: info@schueco.in Website: www.schueco.in
GEZE Window Technology - RWA Systems
Why is Smoke and Heat Extraction So Important? The smoke and heat extraction system (RWA) is classed under “preventive fire protection” and will save life in the event of a fire. During a fire, considerable quantities of combustion products such as smoke and fire gases, and heat energy are produced. The most important task of an RWA is to discharge the products of combustion from the building efficiently and quickly. Rooms and buildings without RWA fill up with toxic smoke gases within a very short time. The risk of people trying to escape and the rescue services is strongly increased in buildings without RWA since the lack of smoke and heat extraction leads to uncontrolled blazing fire, and the thick smoke makes active and passive rescue impossible.
Fire victims caused by direct contact with fire only occur very rarely. Almost 90% of fatal fire accidents are due to suffocation caused by smoke gases. “Fire victims are smoke victims”- there are two reasons for this: • Lethal constituents in smoky gas • Corrosive components which burn the lung and airways when breathed in Large amounts of smoke gas rise on account of thermal buoyancy and fill the room or building with smoke. The high ambient temperature can lead to the building collapsing in worst cases.
Conservation of the property structure is thus a major task for the RWA. This way people can escape from the building through their own efforts, and the rescue services can carry out active rescue- evacuation of the building- for longer.
In summary, the following objectives are achieved by the use of smoke and heat extraction systems in buildings: 1. Personal protection: keeping rescue routes smoke-free • Active rescue • Passive rescue • Localisation of the fire
2. Environmental protection: reducing damage to the environment • Minimising damage caused by fire extinguishing activities • Minimum use of extinguishing agents
3. Property protection: conserving the building structure • Support for fire fighting • Ventilation of the fire • Minimisation of the thermal load
How Does Natural Smoke and Heat Extraction Work? In the event of a fire, the RWA openings in the upper part of the building are opened. The hot ascending smoke gases can escape through these openings even during the initial phase. The necessary fresh air openings in the lower part of the building assist this process by balancing out the required mass flow.
Planning and Design of RWA The planning and design of RWA are subject to numerous European, national and regional regulations. For this reason, RWA systems should always be planned in agreement with local fire protection authorities. Major requirements which buildings have to meet are defined in the fire protection concept.
Components of an RWA A GEZE RWA system is used for the daily ventilation of rooms and also for smoke extraction in the event of a fire. Windows, smoke flaps or skylight domes are equipped with electromechanical drives which open and close the fresh and exhaust air areas. The control unit has two independent power supplies (mains and battery) which guarantee operation in any situation. The functional safety of the cables and trigger mechanisms is monitored. In the event of a fire, the system is triggered quickly through automatic detectors (smoke or heat detectors), actuation via
RWA System from GEZE 1 = exhaust air system, 2 = fresh air system, 3 = ventilation signals, 4 = alarm signals, 5 = signal inputs, 6 = control center
an external fire alarm system (BMA) or manual actuation (RWA button). Natural smoke extraction ventilators (SHEVs) can be triggered depending on wind direction, so that in the event of a fire the building side away from the wind can be used for smoke dissipation. If the system is to be used for ventilation as well, further components will be required, such as vent switches, rain and wind controls. For automatic ventilation control, contacts from temperature or CO2 sensors can be connected. There are several standard plus ventilation functions available.
Ventilation with GEZE Drives The aeration and ventilation with electromechanical drives has the following objectives: • “Accessibility for all”: The electrical ventilation drive systems are convenient and easy to operate.
• Controlled ventilation: With the aid of control technology that can be configured to match the individual ventilation requirements in a building, these systems permit intelligent, coordinated and userindependent building ventilation.
GEZE window drives are excellently suitable for the automation of ventilation windows. If an RWA is used, its drives can of course also be used for daily ventilation.
Geze Powerchain
For more details on the product, contact:
GEZE India Private Ltd. MF 2 & 3, Guindy Industrial Estate, Ekkattuthangal | Chennai 600 032 Email: office-india@geze.com Website: www.geze.in Contact: +91 44 4061 6900
Hyundai L&C Exterior film The highly sophisticated plant
Hyundai L&C Exterior film department - a member of the Hyundai Department Store Group has launched its high-tech, PVDF coated exterior film called “XE”, which are in high demand in regions under high UV and are guaranteed for 20 years all over the world.
In addition, it started a new trend in the world with its PVC-free and completely PMMA-layered exterior films, called “SE” and offered its films with a 10-year warranty all over the world including India. Hyundai L&C would like to underline that these warranties are valid in all countries of the world. In other words, there is no such thing as the fact that the guarantee given for India is not given for countries such as the Middle East, Africa, and Australia, as some competitors do.
Heat Reflection Technology protects the window and door profile from excessive heat build-up. Transparent film and coloured base film with IR reflection pigment and additive make windows and doors remain tight even at strong solar irradiation and Hyundai L&C call their foils produced in this way as “Reflect Formula”.
This technology makes temperature down Reflect Formula acts as a protective shield for the entire component. Pigments in the coloured film reflect infrared radiation, and extremely reduce the build-up of heat in the profile. Additionally, it protects not only the film itself but also the adhesive and the profile. Hyundai L&C continuously works to improve our advanced technology, which is a special characteristic of our film. Reflect Formula ensures longer lives for windows and doors while reducing the heat absorption in windows and doors laminated with dark and woodgrains films. The high functional film will reduce profile and board aging and contribute to making extending window and door’s service lives. Finally, it improves energy efficiency.
As a result, the “XE” and “SE” series offered for sale in India are produced entirely with Reflect Formula only. In addition, in order for these top series foils to give excellent results, Hyundai L&C increase their bonding strength by priming the adhesion surfaces beforehand.
Hyundai exterior foils are proud to announce that they have successfully passed SKZ weathering colour fastness and PSM heat build-up tests and have RAL-GZ 716 certification.
The PVDF coated exterior films called “XE”, are guaranteed for 20 years all over the world
Official India Distributor: Doctor Window Pvt. Ltd.
Website: www.doctorwindow.com Email:support@doctorwindow.com Phone: +91 075054 44444
How does Virgo ACP Prevent the Spread of Fire?
USPs of Virgo ACPs have made them the most recommended ACPs for preventing fire spread in modern buildings and are recognised for their fireretardant and fire-prevention capabilities.
The fire-retardant materials can drastically cut down on the losses by preventing the fire from spreading further, allowing for efficient rescue efforts to save lives and property. during the fire while also preventing it from spreading further. Less smoke allows people to see more clearly, which helps rescuers and individuals fleeing the building.
Molten flaming droplets free: One of the most serious issues that arise during a fire is the molten flaming droplets that erupt from the panels or other materials, aggravating the situation by spreading the fire and adding to the misery of the imprisoned individuals. Virgo ACPs are clear of droplets and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby regions.
Produces less heat: The Virgo ACPs produce the least amount of heat during a fire, which helps to prevent the fire from spreading and to extinguish it quickly.
Noncombustible core: The Virgo ACPs firewall is made up of an ideal blend of Magnesium hydroxide (MDH) and polyethylene. Magnesium hydroxide is a non-halogenated substance with a high decomposition temperature that retards the polyethylene transition from solid to plastic up to 360 degrees Celsius, its ignition point, by releasing a massive volume of water, which also helps to lower the temperature.
Prevents disintegration of the façade: Virgo ACPs do not come out of the façades when water is sprayed by fire-tanker spray hoses while fighting a fire, resulting in the collapse of the entire structure.
Low thermal conductivity: Virgo ACP’s low thermal conductivity, along with the best pyrolysis (chemical deterioration caused by fire), allows it to be employed as a fire-resistant structural element.
The Virgo ACPs adhere to all fire prevention laws and regulations, as well as other fire regulatory standards and specifications pertaining to the safety of buildings and structures. They’re composed of highquality fire-retardant material that’s been thoroughly inspected and tested for fire resistance as well as other qualities like strength, durability, and endurance.
Engineers, architects, interior designers, and construction contractors prefer Virgo ACP Panels since they are tough, strong, lightweight, safe, durable, and userfriendly, allowing them to be installed swiftly and securely without the need for much assistance or supervision.
The following are the several USPs of Virgo ACPs that have made them the most recommended ACPs for preventing fire spread in modern buildings:
Toxic gas-free: The Virgo ACPs do not emit toxic gasses and are therefore completely safe. The majority of deaths and other casualties in building fires are caused by hazardous gasses emitted during the fire. These toxic fumes not only suffocate the surroundings by releasing compounds that are lethal to inhale but they also obscure vision, slowing rescue efforts and preventing people from fleeing the structures, as well as delaying the arrival of aid.
Suppresses smoke: The Virgo ACPs reduce the amount of smoke released For more details on the product, contact:
Virgo Group D-117, Okhla Industrial Area, Phase-1, New Delhi – 110020 Email: acp@virgogroup.in Website: www.virgolam.com Contact: +91-11-47422222
Eumax uPVC Windows & Doors Meeting the Fenestration Requirements of Modern Houses and Buildings
Eumax uPVC windows and doors have been nurturing the fenestration needs of contemporary homes and buildings spanning the length and breadth of the country with a great sense of responsibility over the years.
Eumax uPVC windows and doors are manufactured using the finest raw materials that are procured from credible sources from across the world. The manufacturing state-of-art infrastructure in Bangalore committed to extruding the finest quality of uPVC profiles is wellequipped with a modern laboratory ensuring every batch of its profiles is properly tested for superior performance and functional stability.
Eumax uPVC profiles have refined architectural elegance that enhances the appeal of new-age homes and buildings. The wide range of uPVC profiles and sections allow for flexible and fluid design needs of windows and doors.
Eumax uPVC windows and doors are available as sliding windows and doors and casement or openable windows and doors. Various other options such as slide and fold doors, tilt and turn windows, ventilators, fixed windows and doors, and many other combinational and
Eumax uPVC windows and doors are manufactured using the finest raw materials
structurally diverse openings can be easily manufactured using Eumax uPVC profiles.
The range of sections of Eumax uPVC profiles in its sliding series can vary in width to complement the wall size of the building structure. They are available in 50 mm and 60 mm widths for two-track sliding windows, 80 mm and 88 mm widths for 2.5-track windows, and 108 mm width for a 3-track window.
In addition to the sliding series of windows, the casement series of windows have also been designed and manufactured for heavy duty performance with section wall thicknesses in excess of 2.5 mm. Eumax laminated uPVC profiles and windows are manufactured using a double-stage hot glue application process that ensures that the window glamour and laminate life stays unaffected for years. They are presently available in four colours - Golden Oak, Walnut, Dark Oak and metallic grey. The high quality colour laminates imported from Germany are peel and warp resistant.
Eumax uPVC profiles and windows come with a life-long promise of assured peace and dignified elegance that will hold memories for generations in Indian homes and buildings.
EUREKA Windoor Systems Pvt Ltd # 311, 15th Cross, 5th Phase, 100 ft Road, Outer Ring Rd, J. P. Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560078 Website: www.eumaxupvc.com Email:customersupport@eurekaws.com Phone: +91 90366 00025
GEALAN Private Limited - a sister company of GEALAN Fenster-Systeme GmbH is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of PVC-U profiles for windows and doors. The company aims to bring the latest innovations and technologies in PVC-U profile manufacturing to India. It draws on the immense experience of profile extrusion for more than 50 years of its parent organisation to bring innovative and class-leading solutions to the Indian market.
The company follows the ethos of GEALAN, i.e. Innovation Mit System to design and manufacture the most innovative profile systems with tropical climatic condition solutions for windows and doors. The GEALAN group of companies is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of PVC-U profiles for window and door systems. Across Europe, GEALAN employs more than 1,600 people and generated an annual turnover of more than EUR 325 million in 2021. Since 2014, GEALAN has been part of 1.25b euro’s family-run Holding Group based in Sendenhorst, Westphalia, Germany.
GEALAN–PRIMA
(Simply beautiful windows) The GEALAN-PRIMA system defines a new design language for uPVC windows in architecture. More light and transparency from the large glass surfaces open up new design possibilities. On the inside, the new system convinces a flush view without disturbing joints. While on the outside, the right-angled overlap underscores the harmonious overall impression.
GEALAN–SUPRA
(A Class of its Own) The new development in the 64 mm segment meets the highest demands on a profile in terms of design, performance, economy, and versatility. This is how GEALAN-SUPRA sets new standards. The 64 Series of GEALAN SUPRA is a highly specialised series used in making larger sliding windows and doors than usual.
GEALAN–SELECTA
(The Innovation Sliding System) Living space is valuable, so it should be put to the best possible use. For the first time, GEALANSELECTA combines the space-saving convenience of sliding solutions with an extraordinarily compact design. This is made possible through a synergy of newly developed hinge parts, innovative profile geometry, and optimised seals.
For more details on the brand, contact:
GEALAN PVT LTD
10th Floor, RMZ Latitude Commercial Bellary Road, Hebbal, Bengaluru KA- 560024 Email: contact@gealan.in Website: www.gealan.in Toll free: 1800 309 2526
EUROBOND Fire Retardant Series - A Game Changer in Fire Safety
DIVYAM SHAH
Whole-time Director, Eurobond
How advanced is fire safety in India according to you?
The technology for fire-safe façades is available, but there is a lack of awareness and understanding of the same. We tend to make more economic decisions rather than fire safety-conscious decisions. But fortunately, things are changing very fast, and decision-makers are becoming more responsible and accountable. Testing and specification of the FR products should be done strictly to avoid fire hazards.
What kind of products should be used for fire-safe façades?
“Non-combustible” is always the best, but due to economic considerations at least “limited combustible” products should be used. Such products should be used that do not spread fire, do not emit toxic smoke, or burning droplets, and exhibit self-extinguishing behaviour.
Tell us about your fire-retardant Panels?
Under non-combustible Class A2, we have mineral core “EUROBOND FR A2” and under limited combustible Class B, we have mineral core “EUROBOND FR Plus”, comprehensive quality assurance by a global Fire test expert, Warrington fire Lab, UK. We also have advanced FR materials such as EUROBOND ACCP (Aluminium core composite panels) and EUROBOND Honeycomb Panels that are lightweight but strong and completely recyclable.
Is there a difference between a product tested and a product certified for fire performance?
In the case of a test certificate for a specific fire test, a sample is sent to the lab for analysis, and just that sample is examined and issued the test certificate.
In the case of FPC (Factory Production Certificate), is a comprehensive quality assurance plan called the CERTIFIER Program for a period of 3 to a 5-year agreement signed by the sponsor company and the Testing Agency (Exova Warrington Fire Lab). This means the Certification Agency governs the FR production process through periodic audits and checks along with the reviews of the complete production method, process parameters, all production records of raw materials used, testing parameters decided, and criteria of acceptance records. The certificate shall be revoked if any quality discrepancies are found. Thus, users should always check for EN 13501 certifications rather than tests.
Chennai Metro – Eurobond FR Project Eurobond has been established in India for the past 20 years. Please tell us about your major milestones? What are your future expansion plans?
Our main focus always has been on technological advancements and product transformations. We follow the 3M mantra, which stands for Machine, Manpower, and Mindset. As a result, we were the first Indian ACP business to have an in-house Honeycomb manufacturing operation and the first ACP company in India to be listed on the National Stock Exchange. In the future, we want to be the global leaders for quality, innovation, and dynamism in the façade industry.
For more details on the company and its products,
Euro Panel Products Limited
Website: www.eurobondacp.com Email: sales@eurobondacp.com Phone: +91 8828238388
Ozone Overseas Exhibits its wide Range of Products at the India Design Week 2022
In a one-of-a-kind in the Hardware Industry in India, Ozone created its logo using its wide range of products across all verticals.
Showcasing the universe of Ozone in one frame while bringing out the beauty of each product in a cohesive manner, the Anamorphic Art can only be distinguished from one particular angle. Therefore, it keeps a specific viewing angle in mind, and the threads suspend the products at different heights, which contributes to the final creation. You might not understand with a glance at it, or it might appear to be just some gibberish.
Ozone provides a wide variety of solutions across safety, security, and hardware for residential and commercial establishments. Adding feathers to it is their newest concept ‘’Colors by Ozone,’’ which adds hues to the hardware and provides them in multiple colour options to choose from.
ABHISHEK AGGARWAL President- Strategy, Ozone Group
Talking about the exhibition, Abhishek Aggarwal, President- Strategy, Ozone Group, said, “We are overwhelmed with the efforts’ response, and appreciation poured in. The idea was to create an experience that’ll stay in the visitors’ minds and will make an impact throughout. I’m glad that we could present our range in an entirely new concept from what people have seen before. We are also planning to introduce new concepts in the exhibitions and keep experimenting with the overall conceptualization.” The Anamorphic Display by Ozone at the exhibition witnessed a massive gathering. It garnered visibility for the new range of Ozone products and created a top-of-themind recall in consumers’.
Founded in 1999 – Ozone Overseas – is a leading architectural hardware and security solutions company based in India. Ozone has been a pioneer in offering technology-led products & solutions that are new age, innovative, and cost-effective. Manufactured with high-quality materials and global design standards, every product has a unique style quotient paired with an uber-luxurious finish and sophisticated functionality to suit the urban lifestyle. The product categories include digital door locks, glass fittings, kitchen & furniture fittings, automatic doors, & digital safes. With a global presence across 55 countries and 4 manufacturing facilities in India, it has a portfolio of more than 5000 products strategically categorized under 9 product brands.
For more information, please visit:
Ozone Overseas Pvt. Ltd.
Website: www.ozone-india.com Email: customercare@ozone-india.com Phone: +91-9310012300
KOEMMERLING uPVC Windows and Doors:
Contributing Towards a Greener & Sustainable World
AMIR HASHMI
Chief Marketing & Sales Officer profine India Window Technology Pvt. Ltd.
KOEMMERLING uPVC windows and doors are eco-friendly, energy-efficient and appealing choices that have always stood the test of time. The uPVC material has come a long way, and now homeowners trust uPVC system windows & doors to an extent that they choose them over other materials like wood available in the market.
KOEMMERLING uPVC windows and doors are highly energy-efficient. These system windows and doors have a low carbon footprint. Well, the carbon footprints are a measure of quantity of CO2 emitted by a household or an average person per the used resources. The more you use fuel and electricity in your house, the higher the carbon footprints. Since windows and doors made with uPVC come with better insulation, there is less need to use heating and cooling devices for a longer duration, as there are no gaps in the possible leakage areas of windows and doors due to tight sealing and professional installation. To achieve better insulation, there are options of double or triple glazing. It decreases the requirement of switching on air conditioners or room heaters for longer duration which further helps in reducing electricity consumption and lower carbon emissions.
The biggest advantage of uPVC system windows and doors is that they are 100% recyclable. All KOEMMERLING uPVC profiles are being produced with calcium-zinc stabilizers instead of lead, which makes uPVC profiles even more resistant to the most aggressive weather conditions.
Benefits of Using KOEMMERLING uPVC Windows & Doors: Dust and Sound Resistant: Due to the professional installation with excellent sealing and multiple glazing options of the KOEMMERLING uPVC windows and doors, the environmental pollutants such as dust, sound and smoke remains out of your house. Hence, it reduces health hazards and also improves indoor air quality by maintaining an optimum indoor environment inside your homes. Water Tightness: KOEMMERLING uPVC window and door systems have been successfully used in coastal and tropical environments without any detriment to the surface finish or performance with their joint tightness. KOEMMERLING uPVC profiles fulfil the demands of EN 12208 (Resistance to driving rain). Long Life and Less Maintenance: Thanks to modern technology, KOEMMERLING uPVC window and door systems practically last for long service life. They do not involve any future maintenance costs. They do not rot, warp or corrode even in tropical and salty coastal climates.
KOEMMERLING uPVC windows and doors have gained commendable popularity in the Indian fenestration industry due to its utmost quality and multiple benefits including sustainability. KOEMMERLING is a brand of profine GmbH, Germany represented globally, as a leading manufacturer of uPVC profiles for window and door systems. With over 100 years of legacy “KOEMMERLING” is seen to be the premium and most trusted brand globally.
For more details on the company and its products:
Website: www.koemmerling.co.in Email: info.india@profine-group.com
PETER SANTO
President, Tyman International
Since 2016, Giesse, Schlegel, Reguitti and Jatec brands have been brought to you by SchlegelGiesse, which is the international division of the Tyman group, a global provider of engineered fenestration components and access solutions whose commercial network reaches clients in over one hundred countries in the world. The group is listed on the London Stock Exchange.
In 2022 SchlegelGiesse, the home of Giesse, Schlegel, Reguitti and Jatec brands will change its business name to Tyman International.
Our aim is to share the full range of our portfolio and services, develop a common approach to best practices as one organisation and to do this whilst maintaining the operational agility we have in each business unit.
Giesse, Schlegel, Reguitti and Jatec will remain the customer-facing brands since they are well-known and highly valued by the market due to their history, quality and reliability.
CHIC, Concealed Hinge
Schlegel Seals Range
Our product brands of Giesse, Schlegel, Reguitti and Jatec, of which we are immensely proud remain unchanged, but the organisation will change from SchlegelGiesse to Tyman International. Why this Change Until now, Tyman has maintained a discreet presence. However, to take advantage of the capabilities we have across the group, we feel that now is the right time to present ourselves as Tyman.
Our aim is to share the full range of our portfolio and services, develop a common approach to best practices as one organisation and to do this whilst maintaining the operational agility we have in each business unit.
As a global provider of engineered fenestration components and access solutions, we feel the improved presence and visibility of Tyman will support the market offer of our business units with additional confidence that their offer is protected and enhanced by integrity, experience, and stability of the larger group.
What this Means for You In your day-to-day business with us nothing changes. We are still the same company, the same people, and our product brands remain unchanged.
You may already have noticed that, in the months leading up to this change, the name Tyman was becoming more evident in our documents and communications, and this will gradually increase in all our communication channels as we complete the transition from SchlegelGiesse to Tyman International.
For more details on the company and its products:
Kin Long: Construction Hardware Expert Emphasising on Quality, Safety & Performance
INNOVATION AT CORE Every modern building carries a unique feature that creates it’s own identity. This identity makes the building stand out in the world of contemporary architecture’s infinite iterations. At Kin Long, we make this unique identity for each Project, repeatedly. It’s our constant innovation and technological progress, that helps us to sustain, excel and pioneer in the global market. A reflection of which can be seen in Dehradun Airport which bears the first Hybrid Façade System in India with Kin Long Hardware.
INDIA’S FIRST HYBRID FAÇADE SYSTEM The use of hybrid façade resulted in 40% cost reduction by using less steel as compared to conventional structure and provided an aesthetically pleasing view with higher glass to frame ratio.
With numerous hardware categories and never ending new ideas, we have
Chennai Airport Cochin Airport Delhi Airport
Mumbai Airport Kolkata Airport
driven forward trends that help to shape the multi functionality of today’s buildings. From anti seismic support systems to home automation, we are constantly working towards our purpose of becoming one stop solution of construction hardware at global level. For more details:
Kinlong Hardware (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Website: http://en.kinlong.com/ Email: inhr@kinlong.com Phone: +91-9108990181
Brand Watch
TAKA’s New Generation of Adhesives with Highest Weather Resistance
TAKA-WPR - the only company worldwide to combine the design and performance of wrapping machinery with high-quality state-ofthe-art adhesive technology, giving their customer worldwide unrivalled application know-how of the whole lamination process along with 360° service!
Taka’s modern advanced production units offer the best production capacity, perfect timing, and highest quality As everyone knows that TAKA produces high-quality polyurethane HMPUR and polyester adhesives for interior and exterior applications. Three modern advanced production units offer the best production capacity, perfect timing, and highest quality ensuring the integration of the complete production process from the raw material to the final product.
TAKA has developed what today is the adhesive with the highest weathering resistance and subsequently the longest lifetime of all available Hot Melt Polyurethane Reactive adhesives on the market. Of course, the guarantee for the adhesives is as important as the guarantee for the foil. Today, many of us believe that the pull-up test is sufficient for the strength of the adhesive, but this is a grave misconception for all of us. Because of the strength of adhesive decreases under atmospheric conditions. Therefore, besides using a foil with a 20-year guarantee, your adhesive must be suitable for this. Otherwise, you will endanger the reputation of your brand in the future.
One of the biggest reasons why today TAKA is the market leader and is used by leading companies in the sector that follow quality standards and have developed adhesive with the highest weather resistance.
There are different test methods of artificial weathering that have an accelerated aging effect on the foiled profile. These tests demonstrate the resistance of the compound to the most critical weather conditions, which are heat and humidity. The most common test method is the so-called “hydrolysis test” applied by the German quality association GKFP. The test specimen is stored in an oven for 6 weeks at 70°C and 98% relative humidity. After this time the foil is peeled with a dynamometer. If the strength of adhesion is still higher than 1.5 N/mm the test is passed successfully. This aging test corresponds to around 10 years of the lifetime of an installed window in central Europe.
But TAKA’s new generation of adhesives overcomes this benchmark even after more than 12 weeks in the oven. Assuming that the degradation of the adhesion is linear, this demonstrates a lifetime of at least 20 years.
Official India Distributor: Doctor Window Pvt. Ltd.
Website: www.doctorwindow.com Email:support@doctorwindow.com Phone: +91 075054 44444
Lingel Windows Expands its retail presence in India and Nepal
aluplast India’s Managing Director – Faraz Aqil Takes Over New Position of Strategic Advisor
Lingel Windows, a German brand, best known for its innovative products and use of technology is expanding its retail presence in Pan India through its channel partners. The Brand is already having its retail presence in all major and 2-tier cities. Lingel has recently signed up with Channel partners in Alwar, Amritsar, Dibrugarh, Kolhapur, Palanpur, Jaipur, Rudrapur, Rewari, and Nepal. These channel partners will be catering to the ever-growing demand for superior quality customised solutions which Lingel provides from its sole manufacturing unit in Bhiwadi.
Dr. h.c. Mario Schmidt, recently inaugurated the newest showroom at Meerut and on the occasion mentioned, “In our endeavour to grow and make our products available to our valuable customer it was essential to build our retails presence more strongly now. We thank all our channel partners and customers for trusting us. All our new channel partner experience centres will have state-ofthe-art products that will entice every one to add a modern and classy look to their projects. Through our channel partner network, we are already present in Indore, Jodhpur, Vijayawada, Hyderabad, Goa, and areas of the northeast and are hoping to expand further”.
Lingel has a wide range of products that caters to the needs of every home or office. Customers can find complete fenestration solutions in uPVC and Aluminium, security glass (LPG), roller shutter, venetian blinds, Skylights, glass conservatories, window sill, and much more. The brand also has expertise in various shapes of window solutions and designer doors.
aluplast India, a leading producer of global uPVC window profile systems, has announced that Faraz Aqil, Managing Director, will be taking over a position as strategic advisor on the Board of Directors, and consequently giving up his current role as Managing Director.
“Faraz Aqil was brought in to instil a change management philosophy that we had wanted to implement in India, at the end of which he would step up to a board level role. Whilst we had considered extending this period, it was mutually decided to stick to the original timeline,” said Patrick Seitz, co-owner at the aluplast Group. Babak Golriz, Head of Expanding Markets for the aluplast Group stated “The team at aluplast India and I have worked closely with Faraz on a daily basis from the time he joined, and we hold the utmost respect for him as a person as well as his leadership and management style. Even though we are ending one chapter, we are looking forward to start another together, and I know that he will continue to be an asset for us at board level”.
“It has been an honour working with aluplast to implement a specific set of goals over the last 18 months,” said Faraz Aqil. “Over the past several months, the team at aluplast India and I have talked at lengths about the progress we have made on many fronts. We are now coming to the milestone of making new major investments into the firm, to take it into the next decade in order to firmly establish us as the premium window system producer for coloured windows & doors. We have mutually reached the decision that this was the right time for the change.”
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Ar. Karan Grover & Ar. Ishan Grover Karan Grover & Associates (KGA)
SHAPING TOMORROW’S FAÇADES
Designs, Materials & Technologies for Innovative Future Façades & Fenestrations
Industry Speaks
Faraz Aqil Managing Director, aluplast India Private Ltd
Façades for High-Performance Buildings
Ashish K Jain Partner - AEON Integrated Building Design Consultants LLP
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