How Architects Are Using 3D Printing
June 08, 2023
Architects and other AEC professionals are increasingly using 3D printers to produce beautiful, physical, and highly-detailed architectural models. The experts can now showcase their ideas and impress their clients with tangible models that take into account precise building or construction site information.
They are saving time and money as well as winning more business by utilizing 3D printing to create intricate and durable designs straight from CAD data.
Here are some of the ways the architecture industry is leveraging 3D printing:
1. Pitching to Clients
In the highly competitive AEC industry, designers need to express their architectural ideas vividly to win more projects.
Clients want to visualize proposed building components or parts to make informed choices. So, competitive architects pitch to their clients using 3D printed models because these are highly detailed, and they provide a clearer picture of what the final project looks like.
Physical 3D building models make it easier for designers to engage their clients in a meaningful way.
Bercy Chen Studio is an example of an architectural firm that leverages 3D printing to seize more opportunities and expand revenue streams. The company bought a desktop 3D printer to produce tangible structural models in-house. Their designs help remove ambiguity from 2D technical drawings and sketches.
The firm may showcase proposed 3D models during in-person meetings or when video-conferencing with clients. Alternatively, they mail the physical objects to prospective investors' physical addresses. These accurate and stunning presentations are powerful marketing tools in AEC bidding.
“Our clients are always giving us great feedback about how much the model helped them understand the project,” says Daniel Arellano, an architect with the Austin, Texas-based firm.
The firm is using CAD or Building Information Modeling (BIM) solutions like Revit to create and print precise 3D models that fit into the contextual design of the building environment. Comprehensive site plan models that impressively showcase structural components help increase the chances of a project's approval by city authorities as well as investors.
Three-dimensional printed architectural models have helped Bercy Chen Studio win several building projects in Texas, including a luxury property set up on the side of a cliff.
2. Reduction of Architectural Models Design and Development Time
With 3D printers, you can produce simple and complex building or structural models in hours rather than weeks or months. Traditionally, architects used cardboard or paper to create physical designs, but the labor-intensive process took a lot of time to complete.
In today's fast-paced construction industry, designers have to use the shortest time possible to develop 3D models that show connections between structural features in multiple configurations. They should be quick to produce tangible architectural models in three dimensions to better visualize spatial relationships between key elements.
Architects can use 3D printed designs to quickly show how core structural elements work together, such as interlocking or overlapping features. They need such visualizations to develop accurate site plans.
Equally important, designers work with multiple models to assess and test the various iterations depicting the placement of other elements within the building, including different rooms. Desktop 3D printers let architects iterate intricate designs as many times as necessary without extending the project's timeline.
In central London, Matt Architecture took part in the design of the Ilona Rose House, which required several preconstruction model iterations. The firm used 3D printing to save time while designing and developing architectural prototypes for the project.
The technology enabled the London-based architects to be innovative and to explore various design options in-house. When working with repetitive elements, they'd 3D-print one piece as a mold before casting it and utilizing the cast to injection-mold the necessary iterations.
3. Development of High-Quality Landscape Prototypes
Cutting-edge 3D printers can produce high-quality architectural prototypes to clarify the details of exterior living and entertainment spaces, including swimming pools. The equipment may use different types of raw materials, for example, ABS, transparent resin, metal, and polyamide, to deliver complex, color objects.
With the advanced technology, architects can produce high-resolution artifacts as well as larger print builds to convey structural elements more accurately. The 3D printed models are robust and durable, unlike their cardboard, hand-made equivalents,
Kurt Kraisinger is a US-based architect who uses 3D printers to create realistic architectural designs. The consultant has helped with the planning process for residential properties, shopping malls, and entertainment centers, among other buildings and facilities.
Kurt says that 3D printed models provide several points of view, helping clients and architects to visualize and comprehend elevations, dimensions, and spatial relationships between structural elements.
4. Saving Architectural Modeling Costs
Architectural firms can acquire 3D printers for on-premises deployment, which is way cheaper than outsourcing to a provider. The equipment helps them enhance overall productivity and cut production costs. By increasing the speed of producing prototypes, the machines help designers avoid overheads associated with project delay.
What happens to the high-quality artifacts that you do not end up using in a project? You can build a library of such objects for future use! The Bercy Chen team mentioned earlier does not discard their unused physical models either. Instead, they preserve the pieces for later application. Reusing your physical sketches where appropriate means avoiding the unnecessary costs of 3D-printing similar objects from scratch.
If the client requests a design adjustment, you may quickly edit the 3D CAD data, share the digital file with colleagues, and reprint the physical object. You also can print multiple pieces very fast from the same BIM file.
5. Closer Prefabrication Collaboration
Three-dimensional printed models are always available for evaluation, testing, and validation by multidisciplinary teams involved in an architectural or construction project. For instance, architects may need to share their physical designs with builders and planners. Designers can communicate and collaborate without confusion as the 3D printed models let everyone involved review conveyed ideas accurately.
A case in point is Matt Architecture, which uses 3D printed building sketches to convey their concepts to the site's planners. Similarly, manufacturers of structural elements, such as steel fabricators, may also refer to tangible architectural models to gain an in-depth understanding of the designer's intentions.
In architecture, there are unlimited possibilities for innovation with 3D printing. The technology lets you create precise and highly-detailed physical architectural models to communicate your proposals quickly, clearly, and more cost-effectively. At 3D Universe, we offer cutting-edge 3D printers that architects can use to produce superior-quality building sketches.
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At Sullivan Excavating and Landscaping, drainage repair, replacement and consulting is part of our core business.
Exterior drain systems make sense. Anytime you can divert water away from a structure and keep it from entering, it’s a good thing. A key feature of addressing drainage in the exterior is by utilizing grading techniques to divert the surface water away from the structure. The water from roofs and all paved surfaces like patios, sidewalks, and driveways must not be allowed to discharge or collect near the house. This water must be collected and piped to the lowest part of the building lot away from the house.
We offer several solutions to help drainage issues including the following:
- Yard Drainage
- Lawn Drainage
- French Drains
- Cannel Drainage
- Pool & Deck Drainage
- Downspout Diverting
- Grading & Excavating
- Ditch & Swale Renovation
- Foundation Waterproofing
- Preventing Capillary Effect
- Reducing Hydrostatic Pressure
One of the easiest things you can do is contact us for a free assessment of your situation.


Plans and Studies
In 2015 the City of North Olmsted adopted a new Master Plan. Go North Olmsted was an initiative that brought the community together to determine where the city would GO. Public input from three workshops was included in the 2015 Master Plan. The plan will work as a guiding document for policy decisions and new development in North Olmsted. During the process, the community identified five action agenda items:
1. Strengthening Quality of Place
2. Advancing Prosperity
3. Improving Housing Choices
4. Retrofitting Infrastructure
5. Enhancing Amenities To learn more about the process and see the Master Plan, follow the link below:
Great Northern Multi Modal Transportation Plan
In 2010, the City concluded a 2-year planning process to analyze transportation system issues and propose options and improvements in the City's mixed use center. The plan includes recommendations and alternatives for encouraging transit usage, creating bicycle linkages, promoting pedestrian orientation and enhancing the streetscape through physical improvements.
The project is positively impacting the quality of life for residents in the City by connecting residents to resources such as employment, public transit, shopping, and parks and recreation. Not only is the project study area the most densely developed area of the City, but it also serves as one of the largest commercial centers in Cuyahoga County and in the region. Therefore, the project's recommendations are improving the economic viability of business in the community by improving access to business, encouraging new development, and creating a strong visual impact and gateway to the community.
A majority of this project was grant funded through the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency's (NOACA) Transportation for Livable Communities Initiative. To read the Great Northern Multi Modal Transportation Plan, click on the links below. Due to the large file size the plan has been divided into three parts for convenient access.
Crocker Stearns Corridor Plan
The Crocker-Stearns connector between Lorain Road in North Olmsted and Center Ridge Road in Westlake was opened in December 2008. Stearns Road south of Lorain Road to I-480 was widened to four lanes. In 2007 the North Olmsted City Council approved the Crocker Stearns Corridor Plan. This design plan and redevelopment strategy for the corridor was created with planning and design services provided by the Urban Design Center of Northeast Ohio. The planning process explored potential redevelopment options for the corridor and solicited input from the community.
The purpose of the Streetscape Plan is to provide guidance for the site and structural development North Olmsted's commercial districts, specifically the public right of way and other public spaces. This document also identifies programs and initiatives to help the City organize and integrate the various individual land uses to create a more desirable destination for residents and visitors. The streetscape plan is intended to incorporate design solutions and approaches that will provide a unified and appropriate response to the district while not compromising uniqueness of each individual land owner.


Skagit Valley College, together with the project architects, design team, and contractors are proud to announce that Charles Lewis Hall has achieved LEED® Gold certification (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) by the U.S. Green Building Council.
“Sustainability is an important focus of the Skagit Valley College strategic plan,” said Dr. Tom Keegan, President of SVC. “We are proud that our commitment to environmental responsibility and best practices has been recognized with LEED® Gold certification for Lewis Hall.”
The LEED® Gold certification for Lewis Hall is the second LEED® recognition for SVC facilities. In 2010, Laura Angst Hall became the first public higher education facility in Washington state to achieve LEED® Platinum certification.
The U.S. Green Building Council developed the LEED® green building certification program to encourage and accelerate global adoption of sustainable green building practices. The Council uses a rating system to identify projects based on environmental and health performance. The LEED® process is a third-party certification program that has become a nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high-performance green buildings.
Achieving sustainable design goals with Charles Lewis Hall began with the strong commitment of Skagit Valley College to surpass the state-mandated requirement for a LEED® Silver certification. As one of its strategic priorities, the College charged itself with modeling best practices that create facilities, systems, and programs that are regenerative and sustainable. This commitment enabled the design team to explore alternative approaches to maximizing building performance while minimizing the environmental footprint of what is the largest building on campus.
Among the green features of Lewis Hall, the interior and exterior includes a variety of environmentally-friendly amenities such as rain gardens and underground retention tanks that reuse rainwater to flush toilets, recycled content and locally manufactured building materials, and roof-top greenscapes that help mitigate rainwater runoff. The Gary Tollefson Plaza, located at the building’s main entrance, was designed as an open space with Northwest-style landscaping, gentle pedestrian walkways, and casual seating. The Plaza also includes several solar-powered USB charging stations for laptops, tablets, smart phones, and other mobile devices. Electric car charging stations and parking spaces for low emission vehicles are located in the parking lot.
Planning for the three-story, 70,000 square foot building began in 2005. Input into the Lewis Hall design was gathered from a committee comprised of students, faculty, and staff. The facility serves as the hub for students including enrollment services, financial aid, counseling, veterans’ education, and adult basic education, among other departments. Classrooms and faculty spaces for programs including math, English and literature, social and behavioral science, and testing are also located there. Lewis Hall opened its doors in September 2014, just in time for fall classes.
Architect for the $32.4 million building was Schreiber Starling & Lane of Seattle. The general contractor was Burke Construction Group of Cheney, WA.


The Travel Modelling Group develops and publishes various open source tools and software for the building of model systems.
XTMF (The eXtensisible Travel Modelling Framework) is software platform and environment that aids in the construction model systems. In addition to the modules provided by XTMF, an SDK with instructions is available for advanced users to create and use their own custom modules. XTMF is an open-source (GPLv3) platform, which means all modules used to construct GTAModel V4.0 have their code available for inspection or recompilation.
The TMG Toolbox is a suite of Python tools written for Emme transportation planning software. Emme itself is a product of INRO Consultants, Inc.; however the TMG Toolbox is open-source under GPL3.0 (see license file for full text)
The TMG Toolbox is developed by the Travel Modelling Group at the University of Toronto. The authors hope that this toolbox will improve the practise of operational transportation planning by facilitating advanced analyses of travel demand forecasting models implemented in Emme.
TMG’s Integrated Land Use, Transportation, Environment. This project is the plug-in for XTMF to support the custom components required to build TMG’s ILUTE and ILUTE-like model systems.


Keith began working in the construction industry while in high school. Building decks, re-roofing houses, and renovations to historic buildings were among the projects that anchored summers and weekends. After high school, he moved back to Alabama and began working in the Geotechnical field. After three years in the Construction Materials Testing Industry, Keith was in the position to begin a role as Project Manager in the Concrete Industry. Two more years and many high level industrial, commercial and residential projects later, He was ready to accept the role as Superintendent in the Multi-Family Industry. A passion for seeing projects from start to finish led Him back into the role of Project Manager. Keith oversees the day to day operations for the construction division of IMS. A strong work ethic, organization, and a positive attitude are just some of the characteristics that ensure projects that are on time and under budget. He works together with subs, architects and engineers to assure that the team is successful. Keith lives in Tuscaloosa, Alabama with his wife Mandy. They have three sons, Will, Mason, and John Houston.


All city governments attach great importance to the urban lighting work,and have carried out the urban lighting construction to varying degrees,taking the construction of urban lighting project as an important measure to improve and beautify the urban environment. It has become the consensus of leaders at all levels and all sectors of society to make cities bright and beautiful.Under the attention of government and leaders at all levels,China's urban lighting project has achieved unprecedented development.City nightview lighting building high starting point, large scale,rapid progress. In the process of urban lighting project construction and development,cities have also accumulated a lot of experience.
Government leaders attach importance to
The leader takes seriously is the key that does well bright work.Many city leaders personally involved in the city lighting project construction,and the work included in the municipal government's work plan.From the organization arrangement person is in charge,and sets up the specialized organization like "bright to do","glorious to do" and so on, vigorously implements "bright project","bright project" and so on night scene illumination project,emerges a large number of outstanding bright project projects.The cooperation of various departments and the participation
of the whole people are the basis of doing well the lighting work.It is very important to organize and coordinate the cooperationamong various departments and units and actively mobilize the whole people to participate.
The city itself characteristic formulates the high starting point, the high standard,the high level city lighting project development overall plan.The urban lighting project should embody the characteristics of urban art and humanity.A city night scene lighting good or bad, the key is to have a good overall planning.For example, in the urban lighting project construction in shenyang,
the construction of landscape lighting is planned and constructed according to the urban positioning.The planning is divided into overall planning and local planning,so as to achieve the consistency of features and functional positioning.Shanghai, dalian, tianjin, chongqing, shenzhen and other cities of the city lighting project,due to a more rigorous and scientific overall planning, the whole city lighting project highlights,distinctive characteristics, better shows the function,characteristics and historical and cultural connotation of their respective cities.
Scientific and artistic guidance
The urban lighting project has developed from the pure pursuit of "brightness"to the pursuit of bright art and bright science. Can't just let the city light up,but also let the city beautiful, but also more nightscape lighting works.Gradually realized by the lighting to shape the image of the night and lighting the direction of the art of excessive, become a night lighting masterpiece.
Sound technical management
Organizationally, the city has set up special institutions and personnel to manage this work,and technically, the professional and technical departments and personnel concerned constitute the lighting work expert group to study, test and check the design,construction and commissioning of the city lighting project.Management is very important to maintain the operation and lighting effect of urban lighting engineering facilities. In the process of urban lighting project construction management,many cities have made many relevant rules and regulations.


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NEW for WOC 2023! The performance of a concrete floor depends on several factors…from selecting the right thickness to concrete mix design. One area that is not discussed as much is surface treatments that can affect strength and durability including products that are applied topically to concrete floors to achieve specific visuals and properties. Curing compounds, cure & seal products, densifiers (hardeners), epoxy coating, micro-topping, and decorative coatings are among these treatments.
Choice of technology depends on specific application and desired visuals, as well as exposure and load conditions. Various technologies along with case studies and specification guides for new and repair projects will be reviewed.
Topics to be discussed include:
• curing plus cure & seal compounds
• sealers and densifiers
• epoxy and decorative coatings
• resurfacing technologies
Michael Weber’s published materials include articles and papers appearing in ACI Concrete International magazine and CPI – Concrete Plant International magazine. In 2019, Weber received the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Building Systems Council’s highest award, S.A. Walters Lifetime Achievement Award for his role in advancing systems-built construction. In 2006, Weber received Hanley Wood Media’s, The Industry’s Ten Most Influential People award.


High temperature shaft kiln is a kind of device used to calcine lump or pellet materials, which is mainly used for sintering limestone, dolomite, magnesite and tabular corundum. The kiln body is generally cylindrical. The materials are added from the upper part of the kiln body and discharged from the lower part of the kiln body after calcination. The high-temperature flue gas washes the materials from bottom to top and forms counter current combustion. The technological innovation of high temperature shaft kiln system includes: the design and development of working layer refractory material, which can adapt to the extreme calcination temperature of high-temperature shaft kiln and realize long-life operation; the development and application of high-efficiency water-cooled spray gun can improve the calcination efficiency and increase the service life of the spray gun; according to the characteristics of materials, the design of calcination zone temperature and the primary and secondary air temperature are targeted By adjusting the ratio, the nodulation of kiln is improved obviously; The gas air premixing technology can optimize the thermal field distribution and improve the combustion efficiency while ensuring the safety; it is applied to the design and development of the high temperature shaft kiln automation system to realize the one key start-up and shutdown and unattended operation of the high-temperature shaft kiln.
Through the application of the above new technology, the fully automatic control level has been realized. The heat consumption is about 360kcal / kg, which is 60% of the heat consumption of ordinary high-temperature shaft kiln and 50% of that of mechanized shaft kiln.
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Welcome to the Second International Conference on Rock Dynamics and Applications (RocDyn-2), a specialised symposium of the International Society for Rock Mechanics (ISRM).
Following the success of the First International Conference on Rock Dynamics and Applications (RocDyn-1) in Lausanne Switzerland in June 2013, RocDyn-2 is held in Suzhou China on 18-19 May 2016. The Conference is organised by the Institute of Rock and Soil Mechanics of Chinese Academy of Sciences and Monash University of Australia, together with Nanyang Technological University of Singapore, Southeast University, Tianjin University and China University of Mining and Technology of China, and is supported by the International Society for Rock Mechanics (ISRM) and the Chinese Society for Rock Mechanics and Engineering (CSRME).
Rock dynamics involves diverse research scopes covering the loading, the time, and the response associated with rock materials, rock joints and rock masses, including the initiation and the propagation of stress waves, the responses and the failures of rocks under the dynamic and static loads. Rock dynamics also has wide applications in civil and infrastructural, resources and energy, geological and environmental engineering, including some of the latest and most challenging applications such as shale gas, hot rock geothermal energy, and earthquake hazard management. With increasing research and engineering activities on rock dynamics worldwide, RocDyn-2 is organised to address scientific research as well as engineering applications.
On behalf of RocDyn-2 organisers, we would like to welcome scientists and engineers (including the future ones) working on rock dynamic research and practice to join us in Suzhou, to share and to cooperate, with a common aim to advance rock dynamics, from research to engineering.
LI Haibo and LI Jianchun
Chairs, RocDyn-2 Organising Committee
QIAN Qihu and ZHAO Jian
Chairs, RocDyn-2 Advisory Committee


3 Ways To Protect Your Property From Spring Flooding
Steps To Protect Your Commercial Property
As the winter months give way to spring, the weather is often unpredictable. There may be days when the temperature drops below freezing and days filled with rainstorms. Any snow buildup begins to melt quickly, sometimes overwhelming the local drainage systems. Too often, the capricious changes in weather and the abundance of moisture cause flooding problems for Warr Acres, OK, businesses. The good news is that there are several steps you can take to protect your commercial property.
Move Snow Away From Buildings
One of the main causes of spring flood problems is melting snow. After removing snow from sidewalks, parking lots, and other areas, the snow should be piled up away from the foundations of your buildings. When possible, put the snow on ground that can absorb the spring runoff.
Check Your Interior and Exterior Pipes
Hopefully, you made sure your pipes and hoses were empty during the fall before the first major freeze. Even if you did complete this preventative step, however, it's often possible for water to freeze in the pipes. As spring brings warmer weather, any frozen pipe is likely to thaw. Unfortunately, as water froze in those pipes, the developing ice could have created cracks or weak areas. As the ice thaws, it releases water into your building – sometimes dripping into your walls or down the foundation.
Inspect the Gutters and Other Elements of the Drainage System
Just as the pipes are weakened by ice, so the gutters can also become damaged when snow or ice flows build up. During the winter, be sure to keep the gutters free of debris and double-check to be sure that drainage areas can accept the flow of water from melting snow or spring flooding.
Each season is full of change, but some are predictable. Melting snow, early rainstorms, and frozen gutters or pipes can cause flooding. If you aren't sure what to expect or if your property has suffered damage from too much water, contact water damage cleanup and repair professionals.


Today's construction methods, which include the use of lightweight materials such as wood and gypsum, have made the installation of hard surface coverings particularly challenging. The substrate, whether it is plywood, OSB, concrete, or gypsum-based screed, expands and contracts due to changes in moisture and temperature levels. Likewise, the tile itself expands and contracts in reaction to environmental changes. Unfortunately, the substrate materials and the tile expand at very different rates creating stresses in the assembly that ultimately result in damage to the finished tile surface.
The Waterproofing Company supplies and installs Schluter Ditra Mat. A system that address the problems associated with today's fast, lightweight construction methods, allowing the installation of ceramic tile and stone on virtually any interior or exterior surface.
The Waterproofing Company's shower solutions allow us to spread our wings and create really cool, innovative showers for our clients. It's nice to know that we can make dream bathrooms and showers a waterproofed-reality!
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20 Feb URBAN LAYERS – EXHIBITION FACILITIES
The exhibition facilities for the presentation in public spaces were realized with the collaboration of students coming from the Architecture School of Málaga, through a series of dedicated workshops.
The aim was to define an exhibition space able to guarantee the best solution for public use:
- highlighting works in the urban complex without isolating them
- defining a space designed ad hoc for every single work
- making works instantly recognizable as part of a common project
It has been decided to use an extremely urban and rough material as a standardized system of construction scaffolding, highly modular from an operational point of view and strong from a visual point of view, while remaining light and transparent.
Through a careful design of each individual structure, the students created a structured common language able to reconcile the complex exhibition and communication needs of the project.


Traffic Jam in Bangladesh: An Analysis Focusing the Economic Impact
Keywords:Road system, Vehicle Movement, Traffic Jams, Road Accidents, Economic Impact
The primary focus of this article is on the economic impacts of traffic congestion in Bangladesh. Chronic traffic congestion, especially in Dhaka, has long been a significant source of annoyance in Bangladesh. Recently, it has become substantially worse. Bangladesh is a developing nation, but it has significant traffic problems. The top cities on the list include Los Angeles in the United States, Delhi and Kolkata in India, and Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates. Along with the stress they currently experience, the nation's people' physical and emotional health are being negatively impacted by the excessive traffic. At present, the traffic bottlenecks are occurring more regularly, the atmosphere of the nation is alarmingly deteriorating. Secondary data are used to support this study. The information offered in this study has several lessons for both academics and practitioners.


Firm foundations for projects that make a mark
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Our longstanding relationship with engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) sees us advise private and institutional investors, developers, public authorities, contractors and financial bodies. We handle major projects from the planning, structuring and strategic stages through to negotiations, contracts, and ongoing agreements with stakeholders. We assist with both domestic and cross-border EPC, and provide litigation and arbitration services for all construction and infrastructure matters.
With infrastructure offering long-term growth opportunities and positive ROI for private and institutional investors, we're there to identify and advise on its risk and growth potential for inbound and outbound investments. We play a pivotal role in transformational projects across a broad spectrum of industries – from energy, water and transportation through to logistics, sports, communications and aviation.
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The role of industrial solid tire surface pattern
The main function of the tire pattern is to increase the friction between the tread and the road surface to prevent the wheel from slipping, which is the same as the sole pattern.
The pattern design on the tire surface improves the grounding elasticity of the tread. Under the action of the tangential force (such as driving force, braking force and lateral force) between the tread and the road surface, the pattern blocks can produce greater tangential elastic deformation. As the tangential force increases, the tangential deformation becomes larger, and the "friction effect" of the contact surface is also increased, thereby controlling the slipping or slipping trend of the tread and the road surface. This largely eliminates the shortcomings of non-patterned (light tread) tires that are easy to slip, making the car performance related to the friction between the tire and the road surface-dynamic, braking, steering and driving safety There is a reliable guarantee for normal performance.
Studies have shown that the factors that produce the friction between the tread and the road surface also include the adhesion between the two surfaces, the effect of molecular gravity, and the micro-cutting effect of the small-size micro-protrusions on the road surface. However, the main role is still Elastic deformation of the pattern block.
The use of different pattern designs also greatly affects the overall performance of the tire, and different patterns represent different product positioning. For icy and snowy roads, cement roads and better gravel soil roads, tires with common tread patterns and sand-gravel roads should be used. Cars often drive on asphalt sea concrete roads, which can improve the drainage capacity when passing wet roads and improve the friction of tires on bad roads. The production of various patterns of different shapes is conducive to tire heat dissipation and prevents lateral slippage of automobile tire treads. The function of the pattern is to increase the adhesion between the tire and the ground. The tire with an off-road tread pattern, loose soil or other roads with poor road conditions, PILOTSPORT3 is a sporty pattern) Usually a "comfortable pattern" in car tires The design pays more attention to reducing the noise generated by the pattern blocks hitting the road surface.


MAL/LQA-C/C/001 – INVITATION TO TENDER FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF 89 APARTMENTS AND 76 GARAGES AT TRIQ IR-RUSSETT ABJAD, TRIQ TAL-VITORJA, TRIQ ĠDID MINN TRIQ L-ASTUN ISWED, ĦAL FARRUĠ, MALTA
The scope of this ITT is to award a Contract of Works. The Development shall include the construction works of new affordable housing units at an undeveloped site at Triq ir-Russett Abjad / Triq tal-Vitorja / Triq Ġdid minn Triq L-Astun Iswed, Ħal Farruġ, Luqa, Malta. The proposed scheme includes the construction of 2 (two) basement levels of garages and parking spaces, 8 (eight) floors of residential dwellings and roof space. The block shall consist of a total of 89 (eighty-nine) apartments, 15 (fifteen) parking spaces and 76 (seventy-six) garages.
Planning permission for the construction of this new development has been approved in (PA/03091/20).


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Yesterday, April 17, I attended the meeting to discuss the installation of bicycle lanes on Annette Street. Bill Saundercook, councillor for ward 13, hosted the meeting. Questions and concerns about parking for the retail businesses on Annette between Jane and Runnymede dominated the meeting.
The merchants worried about the effect the bike lanes would have on access for their customers and deliveries, and angrily protested against what many of them saw as the inadequate notice provided for the meeting. Participants in the meeting suggested narrowing the bicycle lanes, narrowing the sidewalks, and routing one of the bicycle lanes by way of St. John's Road. I proposed bypassing the part of Annette between Jane and Runnymede, where most of the merchants need parking and delivery access, using two local streets: Ardagh to the south (see map) and St. John's Road to the north. While this will require changes to the traffic calming measures on these streets (Ardagh in particular has four way stops at every intersection), it will spare the merchants in an important local retail cluster.
Some participants in the meeting required a little education about bicycle lanes. While most participants did not actively oppose them, one local lawyer suggested that providing for cycling would "cater" to a "small minority", and several people seemed not to understand the concept of cycling for transportation, asking why cyclists who had north-south bicycle lanes on Runnymede also needed east-west bicycle lanes on Annette.
The next proposal to install cycling lanes will probably include routes along Ardagh and St. John's road. That means, unfortunately, that we have to make sure the measures taken to make Ardagh and St. John's Road into effectively bike-friendly routes actually work.


Ben Lamoree joined IRC International Water and Sanitation Centre in Delft as its new Director per 1 September 2007. Mr. Lamoree (Civil Engineering, Delft University of Technology, 1988) has had a diverse career in the water sector, both in water supply and sanitation, in water resources management and in the irrigation sector. He worked for consultancy firms as well as for DGIS. With work experience on three continents, the main focus of his work has recently been on institutional development issues related to transboundary water management in Southern Africa.
See Who is who: http://www.irc.nl/page/27806/(nid)/36720


|– Ensure that project designing matches with the needed and functional.
– Regular site visit to check on construction progress and process detail drawing.
– Deal with the problem that might come up during construction process.
– Material calculation (អាចគណនាសសៃដែក និងការគណនាផ្សេងៗ ទៀតក្នុងការសាងសង់)
– Extra claims rise by project manager.
|– Holding Bachelor’s degree.
– 2-3 years’ experience working for construction project.
– Have a good negotiation skill, communication skill and problem solving skill.
– Proven written and verbal communication abilities.
– Graduated from Institute of Technology of Cambodia (ITC) is prefer.
– Maintain good relationships with team work
– Be friendly, Flexible, honest hard working and be able to work under pressure.


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- Follow QA/QC policies and practices and identify possible quality and safety issues within the scope of the project.
- Preparation of plans for design, installation, testing and commissioning of communications systems.
- Mentor junior staff.
- Review and seal design drawings, if licensed.
- BS Degree and a minimum 7+ years of experience in telecommunications engineering.
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- RF experience required.
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- Experience in the rail/transit industry highly desired.
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MCEA to start affordable housing construction
By Tin Yadanar Tun | Monday, 19 June 2017
[The Myanmar Times] The Myanmar Construction Entrepreneur Association (MCEA), in cooperation with the government, will start building affordable housing units for low-income earners within this year, a senior association official from the organisation said.
“The government and the MCEA will start constructing affordable housings – namely public housings and rental housings – within this year.
“The government will manage these residential building blocks while the MCEA will build them,” said U Kyaw Kyaw Soe, MCEA joint secretary.
Low-cost housing is usually implemented by the Ministry of Construction, which sells units through a 10-year instalment plan via the Construction and Housing Development Bank.
This is the first time that private developers and the government will implement affordable housing projects through a public-private partnership model (PPP) in the property sector.
Public-private partnerships between a government agency and private-sector company can be used to finance, construct and operate projects, such as night markets and public road networks.
U Kyaw Kyaw Soe said that the affordable housing buildings will consist of six floors and the units will vary between 450 square feet and 600 square feet which will cost between K10 million and K20 million per unit.
“The unit price of public housing will vary between K10 million and K20 million depending on the location, the size of the unit and the kind of land,” said a spokesperson for the MCEA.
To implement the public housing projects, the government is conducting a survey on the number of government staff who will retire next year and the township they would like to live in. The survey is already half way completed.
Public housing will be built in townships where most residents want to buy units and the Yangon regional government’s zoning plan will also be considered in implementing the new housing projects, he added.
Although public housing will be built by developers of the MCEA, the Ministry of Construction will manage the buildings and will be the one who will sell the units.
These public housing buildings will be financed through bank loans and will not use government budget, said U Kyaw Kyaw Soe.
“We will not build those public housings with government��s budget; we will build with the loans from banks.
“Most loans for both developers and unit buyers will be from Myanma Economic Bank and other private banks,” he remarked.
The government and the MCEA are still negotiating about the amount of down-payments, instalment period and interest rates for these new affordable housing units, the official added.
“We are negotiating the percent of unit price, which may be 15pc or 20pc. This can be convenient for house buyers.
“We are also trying to reduce the housing loan’s interest rates from the current 13pc annual interest rate charged by the banks. If we can reduce the interest rates and increase the instalment period, buyers would not have to pay as much per month,” he added.
Public housing will be constructed not only in Yangon, Mandalay and Nay Pyi Taw but also in the capitals of other states and regions, he said.
“Public housing will be built in cities that need housing and cities with a high density of populations. So most housing will be built in regions like Yangon, Mandalay and Nay Pyi Taw. We will start constructing public housing in Nay Pyi Taw, the administrative capital,” he said.
U Kyaw Kyaw Soe said rental housings would be rented out for K30,000 per month and will be built in Yangon and Mandalay by the MCEA within this year.
“Rental housing will be built for the people who stay in dormitories and will be built, currently, in Yangon and Mandalay.
“This is because most students and workers move from other states and divisions to Yangon and Mandalay for education and employment opportunities,” he said.
Rental housing will be built with the government’s budget and hence the number of housing units will be less than that of affordable housings, which is built by MCEA developers, U Kyaw Kyaw Soe said.
Chief Minister U Phyo Min Thein said the government is already implementing low-cost housing, rental housing and public housing for retired staff, squatters and the homeless residents in collaboration with some developers and these units will be sold after construction is completed.


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MORLEY — James Ray Buchanan, of Morley, died on Aug. 5, 2012, at Mecosta County Medical Center.
“Buck,” as he was generally known, was born on Aug. 23, 1923, in Dickson County, Tenn. He finished high school there and served in the Navy in World War II. After service, he received a civil engineering degree from Georgia Tech. He was employed by T.V.A., Dupont, Buchanan and Klein and principally by Barnes Construction Co. as an engineer and construction superintendent.


LNG Croatia LLC is a company established for the purpose of building and operating the infrastructure necessary for receiving, storing and regasifying liqiud natural gas.
The LNG receiving terminal will be located in Omišalj county on the Island of Krk in Croatia, North Adriatic, with the purpose to secure energy demands and reduce the cost of doing business through the provision of gas for the expanding energy demands of many European countries.
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Technical capacity of floating terminal will depend on the technical characteristics of the terminal, while the maximum annual delivery of natural gas is expected to be 2 billion cubic meters. The planned maximum annual delivery of natural gas will be 3.5 billion cubic meters, and with the installation of an additional evaporator this technical capacity can be increased to 5 billion cubic meters.


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When it comes to driveways, choosing the right material is essential. Your driveway is one of the first things people see when they visit your home, so it’s important to choose a material that not only looks great but can also withstand the test of time. In this article, we’ll be discussing the strength comparison of different driveways and why resin driveway may be the best choice for your home.
Asphalt driveways are a popular choice for many homeowners. They are relatively inexpensive, easy to install, and have a sleek, black appearance. However, while asphalt driveways may look great initially, they are not the most durable material.
Over time, asphalt can become brittle and crack, especially in colder climates where freeze-thaw cycles are common. Asphalt driveways also require regular maintenance, including seal coating and crack filling, to keep them in good condition.
Concrete driveways are another common choice for homeowners. They are durable and long-lasting, and they come in a variety of colours and patterns. However, concrete can be prone to cracking, especially if it’s poured improperly or the ground beneath it is unstable. Concrete driveways also require regular maintenance, including sealing and crack repair, to keep them looking their best.
Gravel driveways are a popular choice for homeowners who want a rustic look for their homes. They are inexpensive and easy to install, but they are not the most durable material. Gravel driveways can become rutted and uneven over time, especially if they are not properly maintained. They also require regular regarding and the addition of new gravel to keep them in good condition.
Paving Stone Driveways
Paving stone driveways are a high-end option for homeowners who want a durable, elegant look for their homes. Paving stones come in a variety of colours and patterns, and they are incredibly strong and durable. However, paving stone driveways is also one of the most expensive options.
They require professional installation, and they can be prone to shifting and settling over time, especially if they are not properly installed.
Resin driveways are a relatively new option for homeowners, but they are quickly gaining popularity. Resin driveways are made by mixing resin with aggregate, and they come in a variety of colours and patterns. They are incredibly strong and durable, and they require very little maintenance. Resin driveways are also permeable, which means that rainwater can drain through them and back into the ground, reducing the risk of flooding and erosion.
When it comes to strength, resin driveways are the clear winner. Resin driveways are incredibly strong and durable, and they can withstand heavy traffic, harsh weather conditions, and extreme temperatures. Resin driveways are also resistant to cracking, fading, and staining, which means that they will look great for years to come.
In comparison, asphalt and gravel driveways are the weakest options. Both materials are prone to cracking, and they require regular maintenance to keep them in good condition. Concrete driveways are stronger than asphalt and gravel, but they are still prone to cracking and require regular maintenance.
Paving stone driveways are the second strongest option, but they are also the most expensive. Paving stone driveways are incredibly strong and durable, but they require professional installation and can be prone to shifting and settling over time.
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- When it comes to choosing a driveway material, strength and durability should be your top priorities. While there are several options available, resin driveways are the strongest and most durable option. Resin driveways are resistant to cracking, fading, and staining, and they require very little maintenance.
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Colored stone metal tile is a new type of roofing material, compared with the traditional tile material, has many advantages. So what are the advantages of colored stone metal tile in construction?
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Tunnel aquariums, offering immersive underwater experiences, have become a marvel in modern architectural and engineering design. Central to their construction are acrylic panels, with Leyu Acrylic emerging as a prominent supplier. This guide explores the application of Leyu Acrylic’s panels in creating these stunning underwater environments.
The Allure of Tunnel Aquariums
Tunnel aquariums are architectural wonders that bring the ocean’s beauty to life, allowing visitors to walk through and observe marine life as if they were part of the underwater world. The key to creating these spectacular views lies in the use of durable and clear acrylic panels.
Advantages of Leyu Acrylic Panels
Clarity and Transparency
Leyu Acrylic’s panels boast exceptional clarity, providing unobstructed and distortion-free views of marine life, crucial for an authentic underwater experience.
Strength and Durability
Acrylic panels are stronger and more impact-resistant than glass, making them ideal for holding large volumes of water and withstanding the pressure in deep aquariums.
Customization and Flexibility
acrylic underwater tunnel aquarium offers panels that can be customized in size and shape, accommodating the unique design needs of various aquarium projects.
Design Considerations for Tunnel Aquariums
The design must ensure the structural integrity of the tunnel, considering factors like water pressure, panel thickness, and the support structure.
The layout should maximize the aesthetic appeal, providing visitors with diverse and engaging views of the marine environment.
Safety is paramount, both in terms of the structure itself and the viewing experience for visitors. Leyu Acrylic’s panels are designed to provide maximum safety.
Selecting the right size, thickness, and shape of acrylic panels is critical. Leyu Acrylic’s team can assist in making the best choices based on the specific requirements of the project.
Engineering and Support Structures
A team of engineers is essential to design and construct the support structures that will hold the acrylic panels in place.
Sealing and Waterproofing
Proper sealing and waterproofing are vital to prevent leaks and ensure the longevity of the tunnel aquarium.
Maintenance and Upkeep
To maintain clarity and aesthetic appeal, regular cleaning of acrylic panels is necessary. Leyu Acrylic provides guidelines on the appropriate cleaning methods and materials.
Inspection and Repair
Regular inspections are essential to identify and repair any potential issues like scratches or structural weaknesses.
Sustainability and Environmental Responsibility
In constructing aquarium tunnels, it’s essential to consider the environmental impact. Leyu Acrylic is committed to sustainable practices, including the use of eco-friendly materials and methods.
The use of Leyu Acrylic panels in tunnel aquariums represents a fusion of engineering prowess and aesthetic vision. These panels not only provide the structural strength required for such large-scale projects but also enhance the visual experience, bringing viewers closer to the wonders of the marine world. With the right design, installation, and maintenance, Leyu Acrylic panels can create truly mesmerizing underwater experiences that captivate and educate audiences about the beauty and importance of marine ecosystems.
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KONE wins order for The Place at London Bridge Quarter
November 22, 2011
KONE has won an order to deliver 11 custom-made lifts and four escalators for The Place, a new 40,000 sq m headquarters building under construction at London Bridge Quarter.
The prestigious office building will be located next to Western Europe’s tallest skyscraper, The Shard. Both buildings have been designed by the world-renowned architect Renzo Piano for developer Sellar Property Group.
The project includes four KONE double-deck lifts and KONE Polaris® destination control system. Major space savings are achieved by positioning two lifts cars in the same hoistway serving two adjacent floors simultaneously. KONE’s destination control system is particularly effective in office buildings as it can be programmed to match building occupancy. This combination of double-deck capacity and destination control will ensure smooth People Flow™ in the 17-storey contemporary building.
“Having collaborated with KONE on the complex lifting strategy requirements of The Shard, I am delighted to maintain that relationship on London Bridge Quarter’s second landmark building The Place, where construction is well underway,” says Flan McNamara, Project Managing Director, Sellar.
“We are delighted that our innovative and customised solutions, and our successful cooperation on The Shard have resulted in another prestigious project at London Bridge Quarter,” says Michael Williams, Managing Director of KONE UK.
The Place is part of the London Bridge Quarter regeneration project, creating a new commercial district at one of London’s most significant transport hubs. It is being developed by Sellar Property Group in conjunction with Qatari investors and constructed by Mace. Installation of KONE’s solutions will commence in 2012 and The Place is scheduled to reach practical completion in spring 2013.
For further information, please contact: Jennifer Chatham at Chatham Communications (t) 0121 374 2534 or (m) 07775 912818
Previous press releases on KONE’s major orders in the UK are available at www.kone.co.uk including:
– April 16, 2009, KONE to supply lifts and escalators for The Shard London Bridge
KONE is one of the global leaders in the lifts and escalator industry. The company has been committed to understanding the needs of its customers for the past century, providing industry-leading lifts, escalators and automatic building doors as well as innovative solutions for modernisation and maintenance. The company’s objective is to offer the best people flow experience by developing and delivering solutions that enable people to move smoothly, safely, comfortably and without waiting in buildings in an increasingly urbanising environment. In 2010, KONE had annual net sales of EUR 5 billion and approximately 33,800 employees. KONE class B shares are listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki Ltd in Finland.


Welcome to our Projects. This site is aimed at informing our clients and community about our project updates and status. You can find important information, announcements, and supporting documents.
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At present, Dhaka city's area has been extended up to 520 square miles and its population currently is 15 million. It is assumed that by 2021, Dhaka's population will increase up to 20 million which will make this city demographically larger than many Asian metropolises such as Beijing and Shanghai.
One of the biggest challenges ahead is to accommodate this massive human resource which, if utilised properly, can turn Dhaka into a major global economic centre.
During the pre-Islamic period, Dhaka's splendour was centred at Bikrampur, located in Munshiganj district, some twenty kilometres south of today's Dhaka. After the Muslim invasion of Bengal, the Sultans shifted the capital to Sonargaon, another suburb of the present day Dhaka located around thirty-five kilometres away from the current city centre. From the Mughal period and onwards, Dhaka started to flourish on both sides of the Buriganga River. Due to mass migration from different parts of the subcontinent in the post-partition period, the city started to expand in every direction in a somewhat unplanned fashion.
Dhaka Improvement Trust (current RAJUK) was formed in 1960 with the mandate to ensure planned urbanisation and to regulate and restrict any unplanned and unauthorised development in Dhaka. However, back in 1960 the area of Dhaka city was around 290 square miles with some one million people living in and around the city.
Dhaka is overburdened with increasing influx of people which is creating acute housing problem, traffic congestion and shortage of essential facilities such as water supply, electricity and waste management. To reduce these problems, the government has planned to develop the township called Purbachal New Town.
The vast fertile plain between Sitalakhya and Balu Rivers, which was a marshy lowland even a decade ago, is now the site of this mega development project. The project, after successful completion, is expected to entirely change the familiar face of our congested Dhaka city.
The 6,150 acre fertile plain has been transformed to make way for Purbachal New Town. A 300-foot wide expressway has already connected the site with Dhaka and industrially important cities of Gazipur and Narayanganj.
With 26,000 residential plots, artificial lakes and gardens, sports complex, and designated commercial, administrative and diplomatic districts, the area is considered to be the first planned township in Bangladesh. And this whole new part of Dhaka, only 16 kilometres away from the city centre, will decisively reshape this 400-year-old metropolis.
“This town along with other residential projects, such as Uttara phase 3, can significantly reduce the acute accommodation problem of Dhaka city,” says M Bazlul Karim Chaudhury, chairman of Rajdhani Unnayan Kartripakkha (RAJUK).
“Besides, it will also help a lot to decentralise the current city population as many public offices and commercial establishments will be relocated to the new town. As a result, this new township will also help us to mitigate the future demand of housing, power supply and other citizen facilities all over the city,” he adds.
Additionally, city planners are saying that implementation of this mega project will also help them to plan the overall renovation of the old parts of the city.
According to Md Sirajul Islam, chief town planner of Rajdhani Unnayan Kartripakkha (RAJUK), “Dhaka's large population and its sporadic distribution is a major challenge for the city planners when they are tasked with this city's renovation plan. This is why, decentralisation and relocation of a part of the city will help a lot to renovate and refurbish the old parts of Dhaka.”
While city planners, architects and engineers are seeing Dhaka's salvation in this mega project, millions of Dhakaites are living in one of the world's worst living conditions. Due to the city's dilapidated waste management system, shortage of power and water supply, severe traffic congestion and ramshackle infrastructures, the capital remains highly vulnerable to disasters such as fire and earthquake. To perhaps illustrate these points, Economist Intelligence Unit ranked Dhaka as the second least liveable city in the world in 2015.
According to architect Iqbal Habib, member secretary, Urbanisation & Urban Governance Programme Committee of Bangladesh Paribesh Andolon, if we observe the pattern of the earthquakes that occurred from 2015 till the beginning of 2017, we can predict that Bangladesh might face an earthquake of high magnitude in the near future.
“We have two epicentres within our geographical border: one in Dowkey, Sylhet and another in Haluaghat, Mymensingh. If an earthquake, measuring a magnitude of 7.9 strikes from these epicentres, Dhaka would face an intensity of at least 6.5 magnitude due to which more than 30 percent of the buildings in Dhaka might collapse,” he adds.
However, none of the government organisations have taken any initiative to identify the unsafe buildings, leaving hundreds and thousands of people defenceless against deadly disasters.
Dhaka's old part is particularly vulnerable where thousands of century-old buildings are located and thousands of new buildings have been erected on the foundations of those old buildings. Government officials often face a dilemma regarding whether they should preserve the heritage sites or demolish the buildings because of their chance of collapse at any time.
Architect Taimur Islam, chief executive of Urban Study Group, has been working on the preservation of Dhaka's heritage sites for more than 30 years. He suggests in this regard, “Many of old Dhaka's old buildings such as Ahsan Manzil or Lalbagh Fort are resilient enough to endure major earthquakes. However, I think the newer buildings which are erected defying the building codes are more vulnerable to collapse.”
“Instead of demolishing and rebuilding these structures, we should focus on retrofitting. According to this process, there is no need to demolish the entire building; rather the building's inner structure will be consolidated by applying further reinforcing materials,” he adds.
The good news is that recently government officials have started receiving training on retrofitting and disaster management under a project called 'Bangladesh Urban Resilience Project' funded by the World Bank. However, as the project was practically initiated in 2016, it is quite uncertain how long we have to wait to see the outcome of this very important initiative. Nonetheless, to sustain Dhaka as a liveable city in the years to come, steps have to be taken immediately to identify the risky infrastructures and strengthen the newer ones to avoid fatal consequences in the face of a disaster.
Another major crisis faced by the millions of Dhakaites is hazardous pollution resulting from the city's poor waste management system. According to Dhaka North and South City Corporation sources, a staggering amount of 5,500 tonnes of waste are generated in Dhaka every day. Of this, more than 1,700 tonnes of waste remain uncollected and untreated.
Both the city corporations have to collect this huge amount of waste manually with the help of around 8,000 workers in total. Moreover, all the collected wastes are dumped into a landfill in Matuail, an open field of 100 acres which has almost become inoperative due to constant accumulation of solid, untreated waste dumped from all over the city.
According to waste management officials of the city corporations, Matuail landfill cannot be used for waste disposal after 2017. In addition to that, Dhaka's environment is getting increasingly polluted by the existing tannery industries which dispose huge amounts of untreated carcinogenic chemicals into the air and water bodies of the city every day.
Despite repeated ultimatums, the government could not convince the owners to shift their factories to the Tannery Industrial Complex at Savar. Now, in 2017, we have yet to find an alternative to Matuail landfill for the waste disposal while the rest of the world is going through a recycling revolution.
It has been reported that Sweden has managed to recycle 99 percent of their waste. In Japan, despite a sustained population boom, the amount of waste generated in the cities is decreasing thanks to their efficient recycling system. So, to reshape Dhaka into a modern megacity the crisis of Dhaka's waste management has to be addressed without further ado. If things continue like this, there is no doubt that Dhaka will face a catastrophic situation within five years due to its exponential rise of population and untreated waste.
Despite these bleak realities, we have seen noticeable improvement in the city's transportation infrastructure. It is expected that the pillars of the long awaited Metro Rail will be erected by June 2017. The government is also planning to construct another flyover from Fakirapul to Uttara. Works are going on to construct three tiers of ring roads encircling the city which can significantly reduce traffic congestion. However, besides these long-term projects, authorities should also think about reducing the ongoing traffic congestion which is further accelerated by these massive construction works, blocking the city streets.
To improve the traffic environment of the city, it is necessary to implement the Strategic Transport Plan which emphasises on improving bus rapid transport, developing metro rail transport and the construction of arterial roads and flyovers. Dhaka's public bus services can be improved a lot if all the intra-city bus companies run double decker buses in all the routes. Bus fares and fleet improvement plan should also be implemented according to the plan. Besides, there are a number of railway stations in Dhaka city such as in Tejgaon and Banani which can be used for transporting a huge number of intra city passengers by the trains passing through the city.
It is not uncommon for a developing, overcrowded city like Dhaka to face crises regarding waste management, infrastructural development and congestion. However, we, the citizens of Dhaka, must ponder upon the question of why these crises are still prevailing 46 years after independence.
It is quite promising that a new Dhaka is being envisioned by establishing a new city with advanced amenities. However, if we cannot address the vulnerability of the city in the face of looming disasters such as earthquakes, our achievements in building mega structures will prove futile.
On a bright note, if we can solve these crises sustainably and immediately and if the current pace of development remains persistent for the next couple of years, there is no doubt that soon enough Dhaka will become a major economic centre in Asia.
The writer is a feature writer of Star Weekend.


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Extruded polystyrene foam PENOPLEX® STRONG SLOPE 585х1185 В1
PENOPLEX® STRONG SLOPE В1 is a high-performance thermal insulation material (latest-generation XPS) manufactured from general-purpose polystyrene.
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Type of thermal insulation slabs used in segment of professional industrial and civil construction. Slabs are intended for creation a slope / a counter slope to drainage outlets on the roofs, as well as for additional water removal from the parapet and raised structural elements — roof lights, ventilation shafts).
Main characteristics: Thickness, mm: from 10 to 30 Length, mm: 1185 Width, mm: 585 Edge type: С (straight) Number of sheets in package, pcs: 20 Area in package, m2: 13.86 Volume in package, m3: 0.2780 Heat conductivity at (10±0,3) °C, W/(m•K): 0.034 Compressive strength at 10 % of relative strain, MPa, not less: 0.30 Direction of slope: longitudinal Angle of slope, %: 1.7 Additional characteristics: Brand name: PENOPLEX Good type: Extruded polystyrene foam XPS Material: polystyrene foam Density, kg/m3: from 25 to 34 Water absorption within 24 hours, % vol., not more: 0.4 Flammability class: G4 Manufacturer: PENOPLEX SPb LLC
Environment friendliness Safety Absolute biostability Constant low conductivity Virtually zero water absorption (uniform structure due to closed independent cells) High compressive strength Certified lifetime Specifications / standards TU 5767-006-54349294-2014 Production control and evaluation is carried out by accredited laboratories


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The Wits Rural Facility (WRF) project is a phased upgrade of an existing environmental research facility on the borders of Kruger National Park to create a Rural Knowledge Hub. The WRF provides research and social engagement opportunites for local and international students. Communities also benefit from training programs and interactions with researchers.
The location of the WRF in an environmentally protected research context was the key design driver. The existing Main Lodge site was chosen for Phase 1 – a new Conference Training and Research Facility. Using an already developed part of the site and adapting existing building facilities where possible, limited expansion into the bush. It is a pedestrian-only zone with the two existing vehicle access roads retained - avoiding the creation of new roadways.
This approach carries through into the built form. Conceptually, the buildings are individual units, linked by covered walkways, allowing them to shift to accomodate existing terrain and protected trees. This shifting geometry offers opportunites to form courtyards and gathering places, and opens up visual corridors to the surrounding bushveldt. The roofs linking the units respond directly to the landscape by following the natural topography of the site, rising, falling and slipping underneath and between the extensive tree cover. They also cut away to allow trees to grow through the buildings. Only two trees were removed. Through a careful use of colour and scale, the buildings are quiet and recede into the landscape.
Economic, social and environmental sustainability were a natural extension of the design approach. Choice of materials, use of available skills, passive climate control, rainwater collection and sewerage purification are all employed to this effect. During construction, a rigorous Environmental Management Plan was implemented. Finally, the landscape design guides the rehabilitation of previously damaged areas and ensures protection of the environment into the future.


Estimation of Staircase
For becoming an outstanding estimator, there must have appropriate knowledge of structural components, basics knowledge of geometry, and Civil Engineering calculations. This article comprises the complete estimation of a concrete staircase and comprehensive terminologies related to the staircase system which is necessary to understand for the calculation of the volume of the staircase. In multistory buildings, a large volume of concrete is utilized in the construction of a staircase system. By using the plan and cross-sectional details of the staircase we will be estimating the volume of concrete.
Brief History of Stairs
In Civil Engineering construction, stairs are considered one of the oldest structural systems. It is not easy to figure out the exact date when it was constructed first time because the shapes of stairs are being changed in every architectural era depending upon the trend and designers. But it came to know that as long as (about 6000 years before of Christ) the first man-made staircase was constructed.
In history, the first stair was constructed by fitting the thick wood battens together. In mountains and valleys, there had a problem in accessing a higher point. due to steep slopes and unsmooth terrain, it was difficult for people to move from a lower point to higher points. At that time the problem was resolved by making the slopes smooth and it seemed like stairs.
Naturally occurring stairs caused the inspiration for designers, after looking at that, an idea about the construction of the staircase system was introduced. And it was not a big gap between natural stairs and man-made stairs. the natural stairs in ITALY and first man-made twisting stairs in Spain (241 steps) are shown in the figure.
Nature has always inspired architects and designers about the development of astonishing structures. It seems that it is impossible to build such a complex structure but its man’s mind power who always found the solution for complex problems. In 1953 M.C. Escher introduced a very complex staircase system in the construction industry
Before starting the estimation of the staircase let’s discuss the terminologies associate with the staircase system.
Stair or Staircase:
the stair is a structural component that provides accessibility from one floor to another floor of the building. The total space covered by stairs while during the construction is called a staircase
A series of steps in stair before any platform is called flight.
Tread or Riser:
The vertical and horizontal top surfaces of steps are called tread or riser.
Going or run:
It is the horizontal distance between two adjacent steps of a stair.
Both the combination of a riser and a tread is called a step.
The platform provided between two flights of stairs just for stay purposes is called landing.
Balusters and Balustrade:
The posts provided in the steps including handrail is called balusters. The overall framework and balusters are called balustrades
The thicker post provided in the handrail at the start and the ending of baluster is called a newel post.
The lower surface of the staircase system is called the soffit.
Pitch or slope:
The inclination from the starting point of one flight to the ending of flight is called pitch or slope of a flight.
Winder and fliers
The steps who have uniform width are called fliers and the steps which do not have uniform width are called winders.
The concrete slab provided to support the steps of stairs is called the waist slab.
Qualities of good stairs
- 1- The stairs should be well designed and its proportionating (number of riser and treads) should be appropriate in number.
- 2- For residential buildings, it should be located in the center and for a commercial building, it should be located at a corner.
- 3- Fliers should be preferred as compared to winders
- 4- The slope of stairs should lie between 25 degrees to 40 degrees.
- 5- The minimum steps should be 3 and the maximum should be 12 in number. It does not fix it can be changed depending upon the situation.
- 6- The minimum width of the stair is generally used 1 meter
- A good material should be used for the construction stairs
Types of Stairs Concerning the Material
RC SLAB & Beam-type Stair
Estimation of material for the staircase
Let’s take a drawing plan of stairs and calculate the volume of concrete for the staircase.
As there are two flights and one landing in the given staircase and we know that dimensions are same for both the flights so we will be calculating the volume of one flight and after calculating we will multiply it with “2”
For the calculation of the volume of steps
Length of one tread= 325mm
Height of a riser= 203mm
Width of one step = 975mm
From the estimation of stairs, it can be concluded that to find out the given data for the specific staircase is very important. There must have a well understanding of the proportionating of stairs (calculation of the number of risers, number of treads, inclined length of a flight, total area covered by a staircase, area of landing) for correct estimation. Apart from proportionating, the estimator must calculate the concrete volume for the staircase step by step like the volume of waist slab, volume of one step, volume of total number steps, volume of a single flight, and then volume of landing. If the staircase consists of two flights having different numbers of steps then we would have to calculate the volume of concrete for both flights separately.
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Hurricane Florence hit land in North Carolina on September 14, 2018 as a Category 1 hurricane. Florence caused widespread power outages and dumped heavy rain along coastal areas, which, along with a large storm surge, caused widespread flooding. Many areas received record-breaking rainfall, with some places measuring more than 30 inches.
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DPP Noordin Haji has directed Director of Criminal Investigations to immediately commence investigations on officers involved in approval of building in riparian land.
His order comes just hours after President Uhuru Kenyatta ordered those found culpable for allocating riparian and public utility land to private developers to be prosecuted.
“I have directed the Director of Criminal Investigations to immediately commence comprehensive investigations to establish the circumstances, the procedures and the persons who irregularly and /or illegally issued the approval for the constructions of any buildings and /or structure on riparian land,” Haji said in a statement on Thursday.
President Uhuru supported the ongoing demolition of structures illegally erected on riparian and public utility land saying this is part of the proactive efforts by his administration to decisively deal with runaway corruption in the country.
The Head of State spoke when he presided over the inauguration of Prism Towers on Thursday.
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‘We must discourage corruption and encourage county governments to demolish properties on riparian land,” said President Uhuru.
He added: “We shall go after all those who issued the illegal permits, be they County or National Government officials. All those who gave these permits will be prosecuted.”
Nairobi Governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko said the County Government will continue taking action against all structures that flout building laws.
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Sonko assured Nairobi residents that his government will demolish buildings illegally erected on public utility lands including land reserved for schools, in an effort to “correct mistakes of the past”.
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