In our past anecdotes about Passive Houses, we have emphasised the importance of
implementing the concept as a process and not just ticking boxes to meet a
standard. It is the process of Passive House which distinguishes it as a building methodology. While other systems set up goals and parameters as a guide
to eco friendly design, the way Passive Houses are designed not only ensure
they reached their targets but is also an inbuilt guarantee of the building’s
post construction performance of providing comfortable and healthy indoor
spaces, and low energy consumption.
This insurance of quality and performance of Passive House buildings results from intensive documentation and planning throughout the different phases from the initial
concept design stage to execution. Independent on-site testing and reviews conducted
post construction is integrated into the process as a given not an add-on. The end result of this process is a building which qualifies as Passive House standard. And while we are talking about results and standards, there are now more than one Passive House standard which can be achieved as we noted in our previous post. In addition to the original or Passive House Classic, there are four other levels of standard representing different applications.
The new classes apart from the original Passive House standard were created to onboard the transitioning of our energy supply structure from fossil sources to renewables. The challenge of meeting all our energy demands with renewables can only really be sustainable in the building sector if the focus is on reducing our energy
usage to begin with. In parts of our world where heating requirements are high, a reliance on renewable energy may culminate in a ‘net zero’ building but still has a long way to go to achieve the energy demands of a European winter. In warmer climes the energy demand becomes more about cooling. But on hot days, photovoltaic systems can harvest solar energy to fuel electric heat pumps for cooling as well, so the targets are much more attainable. Either way, the energy efficiency of Passive House design accommodates for the ‘gap’ and complements renewables.
The Passive House Institute developed the different certification levels to better reflect the times and the growing need to integrate renewable energy into our buildings. So
while the Classic level is certainly all about energy efficiency supported by performance testing and data, the Plus standard seeks to reduce the use of primary (or unsustainable) energy with additional energy generated by renewables. Passive House Premium pushes those parameters further, requiring more generation of renewable energy and relying increasingly less on primary fuels. EnerPHit is the retrofit standard which facilitates certification for buildings already built, although not attaining the efficiency performance of new buildings. There is also a further form of certification called the Low Energy Building which acknowledges buildings that are closely aligned but not quite compliant with all the criteria of a Passive House standard.
Of course, all these targets are a little hollow if the air in a building is unhealthy or
uncomfortable to breathe. Stage right, MVHR systems. We need adequate
ventilation to prevent harmful contaminants accumulating and mould from excess moisture from polluting the air we breathe in indoor environments. Passive Houses employ mechanical ventilation like vents and opening windows in combination with heat recovery or an MVHR system to ensue the quality of the indoor air is comfortable
and efficiently achieved. The MVHR system pre-heats or pre-cools fresh air coming into a building according to the seasonal requirements. It uses a heat exchanger that operates on very little power to attain net energy reductions. The Passive House Institute certifies these systems, subject to rigorous testing, to meet minimum performance targets, and includes limiting noise levels.
Well, I think we’ve given you enough to chew on! Check in on us again to find out more about the ongoing Passive House revolution.
Location, Location, Location
As we previously discussed on this blog, Passive House implementation is dependent on well thought out design with quality, reliable components, and materials. This superhero duo of energy efficiency has a critical wing man. The Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) is integral to this concept and the tool behind the energy modelling process which is the foundation of this building design system. While the usual showstoppers in most Passive Houses are the high-performance windows, the premium insulation, the smart ventilation solution, and the impenetrable airtightness of the building envelope, as in any performance it’s the backstage research, planning and process that sets the scene for encores.
A Passive House is an experience of dependable comfort yet cost saving efficiency. This experience is the end result of not just upholding a standard but adhering to the energy modelling process to accurately predict overall building performance. So, rather than putting together random elements and hoping for the best, PHPP software produces models which combine and test how different components interact as a whole, during the design stage, to present different outcomes for consideration. This all happens, backstage as it seems, before committing to the final design, saving time and money.
The flexibility design-stage energy modelling provides, is an advantage in other ways as well. A good example is the constraints that site location has on the standard stock building design. While you may not have full control over where your building will be situated or indeed where your site is, with a Passive House it’s not critical to have ideal positioning to attain high energy efficiency results. Using PHPP software to methodically evaluate and check building performance data with combinations of components and scenarios, ensues any design gets put through it’s paces, no matter where your site is or how specific your requirements.
Passive House standard is backed by over 30 years of real time data driven evidence gathered from thousands of buildings around the world. It’s comprehensive research and building science is a badge of reliability over many different climate zones as to the accuracy of it’s predictive modelling. Supposing the construction is compliant to the design, the finished home will have the performance level as predicted. The values of all Passive House certified components are listed within the components database incorporated into the PHPP software, and their performance requirement in different climate zones is equated with integrated climate data from an international database.
When the first Passive Houses were designed and built, the world’s energy supply structure was still almost wholly reliant on fossil fuel resources. The original assessment system based on old supply structure didn’t reflect updated requirements, which led to the Passive House Institute to develop a new system based on renewable energy sources. The new evaluation system also reckoned with the value of energy generated by the building. The revised system includes three Passive House classes:
Passive House Classic, the original, traditional Passive House.
Passive House Plus, in which photovoltaics (e.g. solar arrays) provide additional energy and assume the buildings such as single household and lower storey buildings will weight in with a net-zero energy balance annually.
Passive House Premium, this is the high end class insofar as being energy ambitious. The Premium aims to produce more energy than is consumed by the building. A ball park for building designers and energy efficiency avant-garde.
Next time we’ll give you more to chew on with the different classes of Passive House, and give you the low down on ventilation.
'Live Well, Be Well'
Committing to a building project is a daunting, if exciting prospect enough, without budget parameters becoming a sobering consideration. So, imagine consolidating your dream brief with not only successful execution but daily reminders of your economy from a Passive House standard home!
A Certified Passive House ensures your home will be comfy and healthy all year round, worldwide. This is achieved through good design married with reliable products, and resulting in simple, efficient and cost-effective applications. The Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) tool generates optimum values for a building design which informs the selection of matching components. A system of product certification has been integrated into PHPP, which includes a component database orientated for energy balance the world over. Energy balance criteria for components factor in optimum lifecycle costs of products, which means the energy performance levels result in the lowest cost during an estimated economic lifecycle. These ‘cost-optimal levels’ are Passive house qualities.
The growing concern for our planet’s environment has created an upsurge in Passive House compatible components. Together with increasing interest in recognised qualifications for designers and building professionals in recent times, this has led to a dramatic drop in the costing of Passive House standard buildings. With experienced and qualified professionals on board, recent research has shown the construction costs of Passive Houses and current industry standard developments are comparable. While more aspiring energy efficiency options can lead to higher investment costs, the approach of the Passive House concept is to find the optimal scenarios wherein increased efficiency results in doing without other conventional service components. With the competitive market of compatible components unabating, and current rising energy prices, Passive Houses present prominently as cost-optimal building solutions.
A major requirement in energy efficiency assessment is the concept of ‘energy balancing’. As this involves some background knowledge of physics and, the learning of important equations and how they work together, we’ll try and simplify it to fit into your lunch break.
Energy efficiency assessment or modelling involves combining a few basic elements in a building design. Firstly, the qualities of ‘heat’. Heat is a form of energy, called thermal energy. It can’t usually be seen and manifests as temperature. Another quality of heat is that it moves from warmer to colder bodies or spaces, therefore a source of high heat creates energy that can be used to increase the temperature of a colder body or space. To slow down cooling, a form of change or flux is needed, like insulation. This can also happen in reverse.
Secondly, the reduction of thermal bridges between the exterior and interior is a critical element in attaining high energy efficiency ratings. Thermal bridge-free construction is a basic principle of Passive Houses, ensuring the integrity of a thermally insulated envelope. These two elements combined with thermal resistance (heat flux), thermal conductivity, and heat transfer, are key values in the calculations used in energy modelling to push the limits of ‘cost optimal levels’ in Passive House designs.
Check in with our blog next week for more information on the different classes of the Passive House standard.
A Passive House is characterised by five principles which can be summarised in the following:
1. Thermal insulation
2. Minimalising thermal bridges.
3. Triple-paned glazing
4. An airtight building envelope.
5. A mechanical ventilation system with heat recovery.
These principles can be applied through various strategies. Thermal insulation requirements can be reached by using appropriate insulation materials to attain high value heating and cooling protection all around the building. The insulation and windows
would be installed without thermal bridges. For Passive House requirements, window specifications need to have insulated frames and triple glazing.
The thermal envelope which encloses all the building’s conditioned spaces is required to be one airtight envelope. For PHPP calculations this includes external dimensions meaning from the bottom of the insulation below the concrete slab to the top of the insulation in the ceiling and everything in between. A pressurisation test must be employed to effectively test the airtightness of this envelope.
In a Passive House, all rooms enclosed by the thermal envelope are ventilated by a ventilation system with heat recovery capacity while also ensuring healthy air circulation. The energy used by this type of ventilation system is minimal in comparison to conventional climate control systems. While on the subject of power usage, the emphasis on utilising renewable energy sources within the Passive House concept implies the specification of energy efficient electrical appliances.
Finally, from the southern hemisphere point of view, Passive Houses favour positioning large, glazed areas on the North side of the building, and glazed areas on the West and East sides of buildings fitted with appropriate sun protection to control solar load in warmer months. This is of course, a very simplified explanation of the components used by the PHPP tool to calculate and optimise energy efficiency standards integral to the Passive House concept. But the detail and accuracy with which these simple principles can be employed to enhance both the high levels of sustainability and living environment in building standards is impressive.
Want to be impressed more by the Passive House story? Come back next week to find out more about your household energy consumption and the important role of reducing thermal bridges to save on your energy bills.
'EVERYONE CAN BUILD A PASSIVE HOUSE'
Explaining what Passive House means involves defining what it is and is not.
To begin with, it’s not a brand. Passive House is a building standard which is open sourced, it’s not patented or trademarked, and all criteria and rules are published. The Passive House is a building concept that has been proven in practice over time and with precise data monitoring.
While the concept can be employed by everyone, Passive House is not arbitrary or approximate. It is the foremost building standard for energy saving in the world. Compared to stock building requirements, heating energy savings for Passive House constructions are consistently 90% more, and 75% more than those attaining accepted building codes.
The motivating idea behind Passive House is centred on optimising all the energy relevant components such as the building carapace, the windows and doors, the ventilation, heating and hot water, and electricity supply. To facilitate this enhanced energy efficiency, these different areas of building need to be coordinated to achieve a high level of improved energy saving. The Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) is a tool used in this process, to dimension the components in a building design, and to verify these values. It’s a decisive procedure which can take a project from initial design concepts right through the project planning stages to implementation. PHPP can also be used to monitor and gauge a building’s actual fuel usage.
But the Passive House concept is not just about sustainability and saving money! It has been proven to provide a comfortable indoor environment without the need for additional heating and cooling systems. And it is a flexible application which can be applied anywhere in the world, adapting to different building types, climates and cultural needs. Built with local materials and supplied with renewable energy, Passive Houses are sustainable, economical and comfortable. Why would you not want to live in one?
To find out in more detail about how the principles of Passive House are applied to building components, check in with us next week and add our blog to your lunchbox!
'AN ENDURING SUCCESS STORY'
Welcome to reimagined habitat’s new blog, Passive House 101! This twelve-part series will hopefully demystify the Passive House concept and supply you with the practical knowledge to make informed decisions about building a sustainable, caring and comfortable home.
Passive building principles have a long history from sensibly ventilated houses in China and the Middle East to the traditional insulated turf houses which emerged in the Middle Ages in Iceland. These ways of thinking about constructing, however, were left behind when fossil fuels became the preferred energy source. In response to the oil price wars in the 1970’s, efficiency became a factor in energy supply policies.
In Europe and North America, two main alternative approaches to sustainable building have evolved in response to this, super insulated and solar passive houses. Through government, University and private research, many low energy housing models were built and tested. The results of these have led to the evolution and strengthening of European building codes, some of which now attain Passive House as a standard building methodology. Passive Houses are typically 70-80% more heating energy efficient than low energy houses.
The first Passive House project was built in Darmstadt-Kranichstein following along the idea of a ‘House without heating’ in 1990/1991. The building was monitored, and the data gathered over 25 years and occupied by four families. The project succeeded in consistently meeting the predicted building simulations of low energy consumption. The Passive House principles had been proven. Even to this day, the Darmstadt Passive House continues to improve its efficiency and its data is applied to contemporary improvement standards.
Other projects followed including the Hanover Passive House settlement built in 1998/1999, a row of Passive House standard homes employing the post heating supply air concept eliminating the need for other heating systems. Five countries, Germany, Austria, France and Sweden participated in the first international Passive House project, CEPHEUS. The project involved the design and building of 250 units in 14 building projects to Passive House standards. Monitoring of most of these projects proved them to be 90% more energy efficient than conventional building stock. The average additional costs came to around 8% of compared minimum required building standard.
Stay tuned for Part 2 when we will define what a Passive House really means and the Holy Grail principles of its application!
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Roof chimneys have two distinct functions. They serve either for ventilating or deaerating. Moreover, they differ in diameter and installation method.
A chimney vent, as the end section of a ventilation system used in a bathroom, a kitchen or a garage, serves for ventilating these spaces. It eliminates excessive vapour efficiently, thus the vapour does not condense on the walls inside the building. Our chimneys can be found on most house roofs across Poland.
Also, you can apply a stand-alone chimney, which is mounted to a chimney base. It is further connected to the ventilation pipework via a flexible pipe.
It is also possible to install a chimney adjusted to a tile. We offer a full range of colours so that you can create a coherent whole with the tiles you have already chosen for your roof.
Vent pipes, installed on the roof allow regulating the pressure inside pipes and removing sewer gas. This function stems from the very operating principle of a sewerage system, which is most commonly based on gravity. Therefore, it requires maintaining sufficient atmospheric pressure inside the pipework, for which vent pipes are used.
Chimney vents and vent pipes should be installed high on the roof near the ridge not further than 1.5 m from the ridge. If installed too low, they will not operate properly due to insufficient height.


Planning Permission Granted at Sarratt School
The staff & governors of Sarratt School are celebrating the receipt of the much hoped-for planning consent to extend the front of the school. This project has received Condition Improvement Funding (CIF) from the DfE. The design will create a much safer & more secure entrance area, office work space & accessible toilet. This will be finished off with a canopy to protect visitors from the elements.
The work is due to begin in May 2021 & be completed in time for the start of the school year in September 2021.


Attractions and Places to Visit in Newcastle upon Tyne
The historic heart of Newcastle is the Grainger Town area. Established on classical streets built by Richard Grainger, a builder and developer, between 1835 and 1842, some of Newcastle upon Tyne's finest buildings and streets lie within this area of the city centre including Grainger Market, Theatre Royal, Grey Street, Grainger Street and Clayton Street.
The wooded gorge of the Ouseburn in the east of the city is known as Jesmond Dene and forms another popular recreation area, linked by Armstrong Park and Heaton Park to the Ouseburn Valley, where the river finally reaches the River Tyne. The Tyne Gorge, between Newcastle on the north bank and Gateshead—a separate town and borough—on the south bank, is famous for a series of dramatic bridges, including the Tyne Bridge of 1928 which was built by Dorman Long of Middlesbrough, Robert Stephenson's High Level Bridge of 1849, the first road/rail bridge in the world, and the Swing Bridge of 1876.
Newcastle-Gateshead is full of must-see attractions. Don’t miss the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art , a free gallery with great changing exhibitions. The Castle Keep is another of the city’s must-sees. It’s built on the site of the 11th century, wooden ‘New Castle’ built by William the Conqueror’s son – and from where the city takes it’s name, the view from the battlements is well worth the climb.


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The Sewer District treated 45.5 million gallons of wastewater. The District not only disposes, on site through incineration, all bio-solids generated from treatment, but also aids numerous communities with small treatment plants in the County and the region in disposing of their bio-solids. This has proven to be the most economical and environmentally sound means for disposal for these communities. The District also aids the entire County and region by the acceptance of scavenger waste generated within the County. This is extremely important to the more rural areas which are on septic systems or serviced by small treatment plants not capable of receiving such waste. The city systems have also benefited in the removal of heavy solids and grease and oil from the collection system.
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Dubai’s RTA announced plans for a bus stop, pedestrian bridge, and maritime station by three-dimensional printing.
Dubai, one of the Middle East financial forces, has long been in the field of 3D printing, especially in terms of implementing local technology and infrastructure.
The first printing office for urban elements in the world was built in May this year, and will be the first 3D-printed 3D skyscraper to be built in the world. Follow the news section of this section to find out about Dubai, the 3D printer Explain the urban elements for you.
The latest announcement by the Dubai Road Administration (DTA) indicates that the three-dimensional print-outs can turn into a reality in the next few years. RTA is one of the key organizations in Dubai throughout the world as the technology center and one of the world leaders in infrastructure achievements.
Dubai Metro System is known as the world’s longest non-driver subway system in 2012 with a length of 75 km.
This record was until the end of the year, when it was broken by Vancouver SKY TRAIN in Canada.
According to Abdul Reza Abulhassan, executive director of rail projects, planning and development at the rails agency and the executive committee of the 3D Dubai printing strategy at rta, the new plans that rta intends to use with 3D printing technology. Drawn up. Various projects such as the pedestrian bridge, the Hata Gis, the bus station and the maritime transport station … By using 3D printing technology in the implementation of these projects, it will help develop innovative ways to effectively promote Dubai as a The smartest city to help. Dubai is a global center for tourists, visitors, investors and businessmen and one of the world’s financial, tourism and service centers.
The Hatta Ghis project was introduced for the first time in December last year as a new additive for public art in Dubai.
This large project is located in Dubai on Hata Road. According to matter al tayer, general manager and chief of the board of directors of road and transportation, Hata’s project has a unique design that reflects the identity of Hata and its nature in a modern and innovative environment.
The design of the gorgeous topography of the gorgeous and nicest area, with mountains and rocks in a creative style with different columns of different settings. The above figure above the Hata Mountainous Vertical Symbol is an unforgettable memorial for viewers.
Design freedom is enhanced by the digital production process of 3D printing technology, as well as reducing costs and production time, meaning that large structures worldwide are changing rapidly. Three-dimensional printing can be eliminated almost entirely. , And its automation means that the amount of work required is significantly reduced.
Installing a 3D robotic printer in the construction site, it can selectively export the cement and convert it into a complex concrete structure.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, vice president and governor of Dubai, said in April 2016 that 25.5% of the total construction in the UAE should use advanced production techniques.
The announcement is part of the launch of the 3D Dubai Printing Magazine, a unique global initiative aimed at rebuilding the economy and the labor market, improving productivity at the 3D Dubai Printing Center in the world. The International 3D Printing Center in Industrial City Dubai was launched shortly afterwards. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid also said that by 2025, this technology will add $ 300 billion to the world economy.


Creating Spaces that Move: Exploring the Role of Floor Flexibility in Building Safety. In the realm of architectural design, safety is of paramount importance. As cities grow taller and buildings reach new heights, it becomes increasingly crucial to prioritize structural stability and the well-being of occupants. One aspect that often goes overlooked but holds immense potential is the concept of floor flexibility. By incorporating flexibility into building designs, architects can create spaces that not only adapt to dynamic forces but also enhance safety measures.
Understanding Floor Flexibility
When we speak of floor flexibility, we refer to the ability of a structure’s floor to absorb and redistribute forces acting upon it. This characteristic enables the floor to adapt to various dynamic conditions, such as vibrations caused by heavy foot traffic, seismic activity, or wind forces.
To achieve floor flexibility, architects employ various techniques during the design phase. These may include implementing lightweight materials, such as composite panels or steel frames, that offer increased flexibility compared to traditional concrete slabs.
Enhancing Structural Stability
Floor flexibility plays a pivotal role in enhancing the overall structural stability of buildings. By providing a degree of movement, flexible floors help distribute loads more evenly, reducing concentrated stress points. This redistribution of forces prevents localized weaknesses, ensuring the longevity of the structure. Moreover, flexible floors act as shock absorbers during seismic events, mitigating the destructive impact of earthquakes.
In high-rise buildings, where wind-induced vibrations pose a challenge, floor flexibility becomes even more critical. By allowing controlled lateral movement, flexible floors dampen the oscillations caused by wind forces, minimizing the risk of resonance and subsequent structural failure. This feature is particularly beneficial in areas prone to strong winds or frequent storms.
Introducing Floor Expansion Joints
In the realm of architectural design and building construction, one crucial element that goes hand in hand with floor flexibility is the floor expansion joint. Floor expansion joints like this one from Veda France, are purposeful gaps or spaces strategically placed within a floor system to accommodate the natural movement and expansion caused by temperature variations, moisture fluctuations, or structural settling. These joints act as a preventive measure to avoid undesirable consequences such as cracks or damage to the floor.
Improving Occupant Comfort
Beyond the realm of structural integrity, floor flexibility contributes to the overall comfort and well-being of building occupants. Spaces with flexible floors offer a more pleasant experience, as the subtle movements provide a sense of dynamism and adaptability. Imagine walking across a floor that gently sways under your feet, resembling the natural movement of a suspension bridge. This unique experience adds an element of intrigue and harmony with the environment, fostering a positive ambiance.
Advancing Future Designs
As technology advances and construction practices evolve, the incorporation of floor flexibility is set to become even more prevalent. The use of smart materials, such as shape-memory alloys or carbon fibre composites, holds immense promise in creating highly adaptable and responsive floors. Furthermore, advances in structural monitoring systems and real-time data analysis enable architects and engineers to fine-tune the flexibility of floors, optimizing their performance over time.
Floor flexibility plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety, stability, and comfort of buildings. By absorbing and redistributing dynamic forces, flexible floors minimize the risk of structural damage and failure. They also contribute to a pleasant environment by reducing noise transmission and providing adaptability. Advancements in technology and construction practices offer opportunities to further enhance floor flexibility. Embracing this concept allows us to create innovative, resilient, and sustainable spaces that prioritize the well-being of occupants.
Hope you’ve found our article, Creating Spaces that Move: Exploring the Role of Floor Flexibility in Building Safety useful.
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India is amongst the many developing countries experiencing a rapid rural to urban shift. Nearly 31% of India’s current popu- lation lives in urban areas and contributes 63% of India’s GDP (Census 2011). With increasing urbanization, urban areas are expected to house 40% of India’s population and contribute 75% of India’s GDP by 2030. This population growth in cities requires a wide development of physical, institutional, social and economic infrastructure. All these aspects are vital in improving the quality of life and attracting people and investments to the City, initiating growth and development. Development of Smart Cities is a step in that direction. Government of India launched the Smart Cities Mission in 2015 collaborating with the State Governments to identify and develop Smart Cities in the country which will also work as the light house to other aspiring cities. Smart Cities Mission envi- sions developing an area within 100 cities
in the country as model areas based on an area development plan, which is expected
to have a rub-off effect on other parts of the city, and nearby cities and towns.
The cities competed in a countrywide com- petition, designed to inspire and support developing smart solutions to improve citizens lives. As of January 2018, 100 cities, that are distributed among the states, have been selected to be upgraded as part of the Smart Cities Mission.
Smart Cities Mission aims to encourage economic growth and improve the quality
of life of people by enabling local area development and introducing technology. Area-based development will transform existing areas, such as redeveloping slums, thereby improving liveability of the whole City. New areas (greenfield) will emerge to accommodate the expanding population in urban areas. Application of Smart Solutions will enable cities to use technology, informa- tion and data to improve infrastructure and services. Comprehensive development in this way will improve quality of life, create jobs and improve incomes for all, especially the poor and the disadvantaged, leading to inclusive Cities.


Stamped concrete driveways can dramatically improve the overall appearance of your new jersey property. The designs, colors, and patterns of stamped concrete offer endless possibilities. It has never been easier or more affordable to enhance the best features of your home all because of the versatility of concrete. More and more homeowners and businesses are choosing stamped concrete over other products like cobblestone or pavers, because they can get the same look for less along with the durability of concrete and the little maintenance that stamped concrete requires. If you are planning on adding a new driveway to your nj home or business we highly recommend that you use a licensed and insured concrete contractor who specializes in stamped concrete.


Construction at 65 and Chestnut is causing a lot of noise, a lane closure, and concerns from local business owners.
Jimmi Yarbrough and her husband own Steve’s Scuba right where the construction is.
Yarbrough says being less one lane has been hard.
“It’s put a bottle neck on things.”
Right now, only one lane is open going east.
MoDOT says the project is to build a bridge at the intersection. There is no set completion date for the project.
“It is unnerving that there is no end date there but we’re hoping and praying that it goes quick,” says Yarbrough.
MoDOT says the warm weather has helped workers get ahead on the project.
Yarbrough is hopeful that in the end, the construction will help the flow of traffic.
“I hope the benefits will be good in our favor, anyway,” she says.


If your business is handling construction, it needs to invest in good quality temporary lighting systems. Without proper and sufficient lights, your staff and equipment are at risk.
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Proper lights on a construction site guarantee staff health, allow workers to identify hazards and prevents accidents. This automatically means higher efficiency and productivity. Work quality improves, and you can keep trespassers away.
Why is lighting on a construction different from regular lighting?
Construction work tends to spread across months; workers will have to work in shifts. This means work is expected to be ongoing even at night when visibility will be low. Moreover, specific construction work like concerting needs to be done during the night. Daytime temperature is not suitable for this. Whatever the reason, you will need to install affordable yet robust lighting systems for workers’ safety.
A major difference between construction lighting and regular lighting is durability. Construction sites will be prone to rough conditions. This means the lights need to be far more resilient and tougher. The mighty LED light streamer, for instance, is made using UV-stablized, solid, flame-proof rubber. All its components are molded into the cable directly so that it cannot be destroyed easily. Most lighting options like NEMA or UL are designed for exposure to gas, water, or dust.
In short, you won’t have to worry about their performance being compromised because of damages. You will see most construction lights are created with shatterproof fixtures to prevent the chances of broken lenses even if there is an accident.
Construction lights are different from regular lights because of their p[erformace ability too. You will find construction lights have the biggest lumen outputs that lighten much wider distances, unlike regular lights. You will also find warning lights which are easy to spot even 3000 feet away. These are ideal for construction sites having drivers. Most lighting solutions use LED, which implies zero heat loss. So, the lamps will be safer to touch.
Another feature of construction lights is their work time. Once you switch these on, you shouldn’t have to worry about how long they are on. Most of them can run for 25-30 hours at a stretch. Further, lights are rechargeable, and this is perfect for a construction site.
Finally, construction lights are easy to carry around from place to place. Regular light fixtures must be installed in a permanent spot, like a wall or the ceiling. But, construction lights should be portable as you move from one location to another. String lights can be transferred easily.
If you choose a company like Duraline, you will find a host of temporary lighting solutions which guarantee bright lighting even in adverse working conditions. The best part is you can find products fit for use both indoors and outdoors, and even in wetlands.
Temporary lighting systems like construction string lights or hand lights are a must in construction areas; besides, these are common in cruise ships, shipyards, carnivals, etc. All products are designed to offer high illumination across long distances and come with waterproof designs. It’s important to choose temporary lighting products from a supplier that values durability and customizability.


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The name “Künnisarv 150 000” means that the whole cost is more than 150 000 euros. On every list, there’s marked whether the cost is more than 150 000 euros or not.
Price ranges for big leads are set based on Finland’s national thresholds (Kansalliset Kynnysarvot Hankintalain § 25) – construction 150000.- OFFER YOUR PRICE!
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AD-HST 35 SO
The AD-HST 35 SO is a cascaded electric heating element for use in domestic hot water or heating water storage tanks to heat the water. The three different heating coils (500W, 1000W and 2000W) can be controlled in steps of 500W up to a maximum value of 3.5 kW (star connection) by means of three relays. Due to the electrically insulated design and the high quality metal alloy of the heating elements, corrosion damage is to be expected in water storage tanks. The AD-HST 35 SO is therefore perfectly suited for PV self-consumption optimization in combination with Adamczewski photovoltaic optimizers.The screw-in heating element is supplied with connection housing and a controller/limiter combination.
The AD-HST 35 SO is a commercial product of the company Türk+Hillinger Elektrowärme GmbH (Türk+Hillinger Art-Nr. 1105405).
Heating of domestic or heating water with PV surplus power
Caution: In the case of calciferous water, check for possible limescale buildup after three months at the latest, decalcify the radiator and redefine the maintenance interval.
- three heating coils
- 500W, 1000W and 2000W
- 3,5 kW maximum power
- suitable for 1,5" screw-in connections
- integrated temperature controller
- integrated STL (safety temperature limiter)
- electrically insulated heating elements
|230 VAC / 400 VAC
|Number of pipe heaters
|Screw connection M20x1,5
|Three-phase - star wiring
|Pipe heater 1
|500 W - 2,8 W/cm²
|Pipe heater 2
|1000 W - 5,3 W/cm²
|Pipe heater 3
|2000 W - 10 W/cm²
|Immersion depth L
|Unheated zone (LU)
|Unheated length from sealing flange
|Max. water pressure
|Material screw head
|Material pipe radiator
|G 1 1/2 DIN ISO 228
|Setting range controller
|5°C bis 85°C
|Shutdown temperature STB
|110°C - 8K
1. Application area
Closed water heating systems with a nominal pressure up to 10 bar. For glass lined or coated tanks with protective anode, an insulated version must be used. APPLICABLE TO INSULATED VERSION ONLY: To prevent corrosion damage to glass lined or coated vessels enameled or coated tanks, the tubular heating elements of the screw-in heating element are electrically insulated the vessel and are connected in a defined conductive way via a resistor. This increases the service life of the protective anode and the screw-in heating element.
The sensors of the controller and the safety temperature limiter are located in a protective tube between the tubular heating elements. They detect the liquid temperature. The setpoint temperature can be adjusted. In the event of a fault, the safety temperature limiter switches the radiator off permanently.
3. Mechanical installation
The installation is carried out in threaded sockets G 1 ½ with suitable sealants. The length of the threaded sleeve must always be smaller than the unheated zone (LU). The LU is indicated on the type plate. The thermally induced water circulation in the vessel must not be obstructed, e.g. by baffles.
4. Electrical connection
The screw-in heating element must be connected in conjunction with an RCD (FI) circuit breaker. The electrical connection may only be done by an authorized specialist, the VDE 100 and the regulations of the local power supply company must be observed. To open, the controller knob must be pulled forward to the front / carefully lever it off. Then remove the two fastening screws of the cap. - Wiring see circuit diagrams
5. Operating notes
Start-up should not be done until the tank is completely filled. If the STB responds, the cause of the fault must be determined. After the cause of the fault has been eliminated, the STB can be reactivated by pressing the red button firmly after it has cooled down and the upper part of the housing has been removed. Attention ! After professional installation, the STB provides sufficient overtemperature protection, e.g. if the heating element runs dry. However, the STB is not a protection against dry operation. For this other protection systems such as level control systems or similar must be installed.
6. Additional functions (not existing in all heating elements)
- Signaling device: the light emitting diode signals that the device is heating - External reset of the STB: after disconnection from the mains, the STB can be reset by removing the slotted screw in the upper part.
Before maintenance work, make sure that the mains supply is completely disconnected! The heating element must be kept free of deposits and sediment. If the water contains lime, lime deposits can malfunctions or even complete destruction of the screw-in heater due to lime deposits. Regular inspection and decalcification is recommended.


GALVANISING FOR ARCHITECTS
Architects and Engineers specify galvanizing because it’s the most effective corrosion system with a long, maintenance-free lifespan. Buildings constructed with steel framing and galvanized steel elements enjoy a number of benefits other materials cannot provide.
Design Freedom: Due to the lighter, stronger members which mean less supports, steel designs are often more open providing endless design options. Steel is also easily curved, arched, and manipulated for architectural visual interest. Finally, lighter members allow ease in expansion later, as you can easily weld and bolt on new material often in the same footprint.
Aesthetics: The lightness of steel members, and the ability to bend, curve, and roll the pieces as a visual element is highly desirable. The structural steel addressing functional demands can also become part of the exposed beauty and uniqueness of a project.
Sustainable: Steel is the most recycled material in the world, with nearly 90% of all structural steel coming from recycled sources and the reclamation rate (amount of steel available for recycling that is in fact recycled) is 100%. (Similarly, 30% of all zinc comes from recycled sources, and 80% is reclaimed.) Furthermore, in the past 20 years, structural steel has reduced its carbon footprint nearly 50%, and the energy used in the production of structural steel has decreased 30%, and the conservation of water used in the closed-loop recycling has improved. Coupling the advances of structural steel with the longevity of hot-dip galvanizing enhances the sustainability even more.
Areas of particular consideration include:
- Duplex Systems
- Galvanising vs Paint Systems
Contact Sperrin Galvanisers with any questions or concerns you may have.
The achievement of a quality hot dip galvanized coating, for general and architectural use, is dependent on many issues, some controllable and some not. This checklist addresses the issues that can be controlled by the designer. Read more…
A duplex system is the combination of two protective coating systems: a hot-dip galvanized coating followed by a topcoat of paint or powder coating. When used together, duplex systems provide a life expectancy that’s approximately 1.5 to 2.3 times greater than either protection method applied independently. Read more…
GALVANIZING VS. PAINT SYSTEMS
Hot dip galvanizing is often perceived to be more expensive than it is. There are two reasons for this: Firstly, that such a high performance coating is automatically assumed to be expensive. Secondly, the initial cost of galvanizing relative to paint has changed significantly over recent years. Painting costs have steadily increased whilst galvanizing costs have remained stable. Read more…
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Britcon provides building, civil engineering and steelwork solutions for the built environment. Behaving ethically continues to be the key to Britcon’s long term sustainability, and it believes that a strong focus on social, environmental and ethical impacts of the business provides the basis for sound stakeholder relationships and a long term future.
In this crucial Decade of Action, the company wants to ensure that they are a force for good: positively transforming society and the planet by measuring its own impact on the environment. From its regional offices to the construction sites they work on, Britcon strives to work with local councils, education providers, charitable organisations and employment agencies to support local community needs.
Through Planet Mark, Britcon will protect an area of endangered rainforest thanks to Cool Earth; a charity working alongside rainforest communities to halt deforestation. Its pledge through Cool Earth goes directly towards supporting the Asháninka community in Central Peru.
It will also help the Eden Project – an educational charity building connections with each other and the living world, exploring how we can work together towards a better future. The company is looking forward to sharing its sustainability achievements with the wider community.
As part of the Planet Mark certification, Britcon has committed to making a year-on-year reduction.


Posted by: Francis Koster Published: November 27, 2023
Renew America’s Schools Program (Exp. Early Summer, 2024)
The U.S. Department of Energy will be accepting 2024 applications for the Renew America's Schools Program this spring. This competitive award focuses on funding infrastructure upgrades at K–12 public school facilities, prioritizing high-need school communities. As part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), it aims to help school communities lower utilities costs, improve indoor air quality, and foster healthier learning environments. The opportunity marks the start of a second round of funding related to the program. However, applications will be open to all eligible entities regardless of past participation.
Eligible projects include energy infrastructure improvements that reduce building operating costs—like new HVAC and ventilation systems, building envelope and lighting projects, and renewable energy technologies. Funding is also available for alternative fueled vehicles and alternative fueled vehicle infrastructure.
For more information, monitor DOE's dedicated webpage for the Renew America's Schools Program.
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Green & Sustainable Real Estate Conference
On September 25th, the Digital October Center will play host to the annual Build for Green Conference, where participants will analyze the issues surrounding the development of ‘green construction’ in Russia.
For the sixth year running, this event will bring together representatives of civil engineering companies, architectural bureaus, investors, and anyone with an interest in the ecological condition of the country and the world. Conference participants will not only be offered the chance to forge new and valuable business contacts and hobnob with experts, but will also have the opportunity to update their knowledge of industry technologies.
A shortlist of conference topics:
‘green’ solutions for existing buildings;
practical experience in receiving BREEAM certification;
the advantages of having a green office that operates according to the standards of LEED gold certification;
an analysis of the green construction industry in developing markets;
prospects for and development of a building certification system in Russia.
Audience members will hear presentations by:
Rebecca Pearce – EMEA Head of Sustainability at CBRE;
Olga Korobeinikova – Head of the K2 Business Park Project and StormProperties;
Dmitry Katz – Head Architect at BPSInternational;
Ieroen Grosfeld – Architect, N3O | Innovative Design and Engineering;
You can register for this event by telephone at: +7 (495) 926-73-40


Pakistan’s coastline stretches over 1,000 km along the Arabian Sea, from the border with Iran in the west to the border with India in the east. Despite being relatively short, the coastline holds a vast array of natural resources, tourism potential, and economic opportunities that remain largely untapped due to inefficient use of exiting ports, vulnerability to climate change, and lack of much-needed new coastal infrastructure.
Pakistan consistently ranks among the ten most vulnerable countries to the impacts of climate change, and its coastline is particularly susceptible to the adverse effects of rising sea levels. According to a study published in the Journal of Climate, sea levels along Pakistan’s coastline are expected to grow by 0.9 meters by the end of the century, which could result in increased storm frequency and intensity, coastal erosion, saltwater intrusion, and damage to coastal infrastructure.
Pakistan’s existing ports face significant challenges, with limited capacity being one of the most pressing issues. These ports lack the necessary infrastructure and technology to accommodate modern cargo ships, which are larger and require deeper navigation channels. Compounding this problem is the issue of shallow waters along Pakistan’s coastline. As a result, ports have become congested, leading to delays and increased costs for shippers and importers. Furthermore, the inefficiencies resulting from the lack of modern technology and infrastructure result in slower turnaround times, increased costs, and higher pollution. These challenges are impacting not only the ports’ competitiveness but also the country’s overall economy.
Pakistan consistently ranks among the ten most vulnerable countries to the impacts of climate change, and its coastline is particularly susceptible to the adverse effects of rising sea levels.
To address these challenges, Pakistan must invest in developing new coastal infrastructure. Modern ports can have a significant impact on a country’s economic development. They can serve as a gateway for trade and commerce, allowing goods and services to be imported and exported efficiently. This, in turn, can boost economic growth, create employment opportunities, and improve the standard of living for the people. Pakistan has the potential to become a hub for trade and commerce in the region, given its strategic location, and the development of modern ports is essential to realizing this potential.
Innovative construction techniques can be used to build new ports that are more climate-resilient. For example, building ports on reclaimed land or artificial islands can create new areas for port development while reducing the impact on existing ecosystems. These reclaimed lands can also be designed to mitigate the effects of rising sea levels and storm surges.
Another innovation is floating ports, which can be anchored offshore and provide a flexible and adaptable infrastructure that can move in response to changing weather patterns. These floating ports can also be designed to incorporate renewable energy technologies, such as solar panels and wind turbines, to reduce their carbon footprint.
Pakistan must invest in developing new coastal infrastructure. Modern ports can have a significant impact on a country’s economic development.
To improve navigation and safety in shallow waters, advanced navigational systems that use real-time data can guide ships safely through shallow waters by providing pilots with information about water depth, currents, and other factors. However, dredging operations are necessary for ports with shallow waters to deepen channels to accommodate modern cargo ships. Though time-consuming and expensive, it is required to ensure ports can handle larger vessels. These improvements are crucial to making ports more competitive, reducing congestion, and decreasing delays and costs for shippers and importers.
Additionally, some ports have implemented innovative solutions to mitigate the impact of shallow waters on shipping operations. One such solution is floating ports or offshore transfer stations, which can be positioned in deeper waters offshore and connected to the dock by a pipeline or conveyor system. These floating ports and offshore transfer stations can handle cargo and passengers, reducing the need for ships to navigate in shallow waters.
To ensure the sustainability of modern ports, they should adopt practices that consider environmental concerns and the impact of climate change. These practices include reducing emissions, minimizing waste, and conserving energy and water resources.
Developing modern ports is critical for Pakistan’s economic growth and progress. To realize its potential as a hub for trade and commerce in the region, Pakistan needs to invest in developing modern ports equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure and technology, adopt sustainable practices, and mitigate the impacts of climate change. By doing so, Pakistan can unlock the full potential of its coastline, create employment opportunities, and improve the standard of living for its people.


The S200 series grow up with 1500 mm wedging deep! The wedge is to 102 mm drilling hole! Splitting deep is 1500 mm is with three push. Available with standard or Octagon revision. Octagon revision has benefit as automatic greasing in top area of wedge and special return boosting. It’s never been stuck in drilling hole!
SplitStone SP100 lineup is currently under development. More information about the new SP100 lineup will be available shortly. Stay tuned!
New power wedge for stone breaking – S200 with 1200 mm wedges!
SplitStone introduces a new powerful wedge for stone and rock breaking! S200 reaches wedging length up to 1200 mm. The wedge is used with 89 millimeter drill holes. The wedging is done by three quick consecutive cylinder strokes.
Power wedge for stone breaking – S120B
New pressure booster equipped power wedge for stone and rock breaking, the SplitStone S120B, was introduced at MAXPO 2015. The S120B is specificially meant to be used with small excavators or cranes and is available for 45 and 51 millimeter drill holes.


Important Regulations To Meet When Building Your Dream Home
Despite the massive financial commitment, building a new home is always a dream. You may have purchased and owned your land, but your new building must conform to established guidelines. Building in the UK requires navigating a complex web of regulations and legal requirements to ensure a safe construction process. Such rules also make your home environmentally safe. You’re probably investing a lot of money in building your ideal house. So, the last thing you need is for it to be legally defective. Here are some important regulations to meet when building your dream home.
Structural or building stability
You must ensure your new home has solid building stability. Your building should be constructed and designed to withstand vertical and horizontal loads. Snow is an example of a vertical load, while strong winds can act as a horizontal load. Your walls, roofs, floors, and other structural elements should be able to handle the pressure from such natural elements. You may also need a certificate of structural adequacy to prove that your new building can maintain its stability and load-bearing capacity, especially after a natural disaster like a fire outbreak. Structural adequacy is often used partly to measure your building’s fire resistance level, which leads to the next point.
Passive fire protection
Your new project (including building modernisation and extension works) should align with approved fire safety regulations. Part B of the approved building regulations requires that you address all fire safety concerns in your new building. The regulation covers passive fire protection for your doors, floors, and walls, with escape routes, fire fighting equipment, and fire alarm systems available. You can consider performing a fire-resistance test on some of the building materials for your home to determine how well they’ll hold up.
Aside from providing a good escape route, the right passive fire protection system should make it easier for emergency services to access your home without risking injuries.
Thermal efficiency and ventilation regulations
Your home needs to be energy-efficient and well-ventilated. That means it should meet thermal efficiency and ventilation regulations. Regarding thermal efficiency, your new property must be energy-sustainable, attract lower energy bills, and should reduce carbon emissions. Your insulation and heating systems should also be energy efficient.
Ventilation regulations cover your home’s indoor air quality. It should provide enough ventilation to ensure everyone living in the home is healthy. Proper ventilation should also prevent mould growth, condensation, and humidity issues.
Sound insulation is also important, although many don’t consider it until it’s too late. This regulation is particularly vital if your new building has adjoining properties. The aim is to reduce noise transmission between any adjoining property within the same building. This way, nuisances like loud music, appliances, footsteps, conversations, and other unwanted noise disturbances do not bother others in adjoining properties.
Ensuring that your home has proper sound insulation will also improve the quality of your life, provide better privacy, protect your mental health, and make your new home more livable and comfortable.


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Choosing a good looking concrete driveway can be challenging for the ordinary person. They need advice on which colours and imprints are available and finally need someone to build it. We can help with this.
To simplify the process, all you need to do is fill out the form on this page. By doing so, we will ensure that you receive up to 3 quotes for concrete driveway installations. This will enable you to compare and contrast the options presented to you, ultimately allowing you to select the one that best suits your specific circumstances.
Our expert use of cement as the primary material transforms ordinary patios into elegant and regal spaces, providing our clients with a luxurious ambiance that exceeds their expectations.
We create cement driveways that enhance your driving experience with a smooth, glossy surface.
For those who desire more than a plain floor, we offer imprinted or patterned flooring options. Choose from a wide range of designs and colours to add a charming touch to your space.
Discover the beauty of simplicity with our elegant plain concrete floors, all at affordable prices.
Achieve the grand appearance of a large stone mixture with our exposed aggregate flooring. Made from freshly poured cement, it offers durability and captivating visual appeal.
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Searching for local deck installation companies or wood deck contractors? A team of skilled professionals has perfected the art of creating stunning and innovative outdoor living spaces. Our completed projects never cease to revolutionize the way our clients enjoy their homes. No matter the scale or intricacy of your project, selecting us ensures you receive decades of expertise and an exceptionally unique, detailed, and top-quality outcome.
In search of stamped concrete contractors in your region? A system transforms plain grey concrete surfaces into extraordinary architectural designs. Hired stamped concrete contractors specialize in crafting distinctive, eco-friendly, and budget-friendly landscapes that demand minimal upkeep and offer excellent longevity.
Stamped concrete not only delivers a durable surface but also provides a distinctive appearance for driveways, sidewalks, patios, and more.
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Simple concrete: Simple concrete is usually made by mixing cement, sand and other composites. It was prevalent in the old times.After completion, the surfaces with plain cement needs proper sweeping. It is available at a low cost.
Stamped concrete: As the name shows, it is designed in such a way that it bears a resemblance to a solid brick. They vary in their designs, prices, and materials used.
Exposed aggregate concrete: Exposed aggregate concrete appears like pebbles embedded in the cement. It was very famous before the arrival of stamped concrete in the early 1900s.
Interlocked concrete: Interlocking concrete is among the classic choice of many persons for their yards, decks, schoolyards, driveways, etc.
Concrete driveways: Brick driveways are of no importance in front of concrete driveways, these days. They have contrasting rates.
Concrete patios: It doesn’t matter what type of material you are using for making your patios it doesn’t compete the customized patios made of concrete.
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Inside Doheny Beach pilot desal plant
Dana Point, California –When it comes to pushing for energy-intensive ocean desalination projects along the coast of California, the motivation of some water board members is being questioned. Continue reading Desalination: Little Oversight of California Water Boards
The Carlsbad desalinization plant. Photo: Poseidon Resources LLC
CARLSBAD, CA – High on a hill above this sunny beach town sits a reservoir filled with water pumped from hundreds of miles away. But the price of that imported water is soaring, and supplies are shrinking. Local officials see salvation to the west – a huge new desalination plant that would turn 300 million gallons a day of the sparkling Pacific Ocean into a new, 50 million gallon river of drinking water.
Continue reading Poseidon’s Desalinization Plant: Dream Water Supply or Draining the Pacific and Taxpayers?
Six weeks and counting. That’s how much time Poseidon officials have to clear a laundry list of approvals, then persuade Wall Street investors to buy $530 million in bonds to construct their 50 million gallon a day seawater desalination plant.
Senior vice president Peter MacLaggan said company personnel and southern California water officials alike are “working day and night to get to the finish line…everybody’s making a tremendous effort.”
Continue reading DESAL TIMELINE


JH Building Works Ltd
Our mission is to create a great customer experience, build lasting relationships and construct amazing places to live, work and play.
About JH Building Works Ltd
We started trading in 2013 as a general building contractor to private residents in Bromley, Kent and completed our first contract to rebuild a retaining wall with timber railway sleepers. We also strengthened a separate retaining wall for the same client and started to carry out work for other clients rebuilding walls and fences.
In 2016 we began contracting to the social housing sector, specialising in voids and jobs that our clients found difficult to resource or that require specialist knowledge. We gained CHAS accreditation and ConstructionLine accreditation soon after to bolster our position within the market.
Now in 2018 we offer a competitive general construction service to our clients throughout the south of England, including London, Kent, Surrey, Hampshire and Buckinghamshire. We regularly complete construction and refurbishment work and are able to provide a comprehensive service with the expertise to complete all construction projects. Using our in-house team we are in a strong position to carry out all of the work required complete extensions and alterations, refurbishments, kitchens and bathrooms, repairs and maintenance tasks.
Our main aim is to provide an honest, reliable and safe service to all of our customers. We do this by following our set safety procedures, providing the best advice we can, and most importantly by listening to our customers.
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"KALSI SUPER" submersible pumpsets suitable for 100 mm,150 mm&200 mm borewell are designed using the
"KALSI SUPER" submersible pumpsets suitable for 100 mm,150 mm&200 mm borewell are designed using the advanced manufacturing technology for pump design with more pumping power and high efficiency, which are light in weight and reliable.
1. Domestic Water Supply.
2. Drip Sprinkler Irrigation.
3. Agricultural Farms.
5. High-Rise Buildings.
8. Industrial Water Supply.
1. Motors for 100mm borewell are available in 0.5 H. P..37 kW)
To 2.0 H. P..5 kW) in single phase,220 volts and 1.0 H. P(075 kW)
To 5.0 H. P..7 kW) in three phase,415 volts A. C. Supply.
2. Motors for 150mm borewell are available in 5.0 H. P..7 kW) to
25 H. P. KW) in three phase,415 volts A. C. Supply.
3. Motors for 200 mm borewell are available in 10 HP to 30 HP in three phase,415 volts A. C supply.
4. Discharge outlet of size 1-1/2"(40mm)and 2"(50mm)for 100mm borewell size and of size 3"(80mm)and 4"(100mm)for 150mm borewell pumps available. Discharge outlet size of 4"&5" for 200 mm borewell available.
* Stainless steel rotor shaft gives longer life with minimum wear
* 3000 RPM(synspeed) motor for wide voltage fluctuation and runs
On low voltage.
* Totally enclosed water-filled squirrel cage wet type induction
Motor as per IS:9283-1995.
* Vacuum impregnated stainless steel stator having hydraulically
Pressed high silicon epoxy coated laminated stampings.
* Epoxy coated rotor suitably baked for rust prevention and
Dynamically balanced on computerized balancing machines for
* Special water-resistant PVC high dielectric insulated copper
Winding wires as per IS:8783(Part-4sec.1) -1995.
* High load-bearing capacity thrust bearing to withstand radial
And axial thrusts under adverse conditions with minimum wear&tear.


Concrete floor repairs can bring that floor back to near perfection
Concrete floors can suffer from problems such as pitting, spalling, and cracks. We can repair this type of damage with our floor coating systems. We use an epoxy, polyurethane, or polyurea based crack repair or crack filling compound that is sandable. In-fact, when these products cure and harden, they are stronger than the concrete itself and can be ground down flush with the floor. Once the grinding process is complete, we can then apply one of our many floor coatings or design something custom for you.
- Fast-curing options
- Withstand heavy foot and cart traffic and waxing or polishing will not be required
- Industrial-strength chemical and abrasion resistance
- Skid-resistant (non-slip) options
- Pattern, print, and flooring design options for markers, lanes, parking spaces etc. (Embed your logo right in the floor)


We all want our homes to look good and to be able to withstand the harshest elements over an extended period of time. However, many of us take for granted that our properties are already capable of this. If you don’t wish to take any unnecessary risks, a solution that you should seriously consider is PAREX rendering.
PAREX is a widely renowned name for the manufacture of coatings, adhesives and mortars for the construction industry. If you wish for your property to exude style while also sporting a genuinely durable and long-lasting surface, PAREX’s facade solutions will cater to every priority.


Midlink Automatic urinal flusher keeps your restrooms and toilets germ free and odors, a real challenge in commercial buildings and offices. Traditional cistern flushing systems are ineffective as they use excess water to flush, resulting in wastage and shooting up the cost of maintenance, and occupies more space. Our Auto urinal flusher is designed for hands free automatic flushing.
Midlink Auto Urinal Flusher is stylish, compact, durable and highly efficient. They work by sensing the user and the amount of time spent by the user at the urinal, and decides the duration and amount of water required to flush, which keeps the urinals clean and eliminates the foul odor. The system can be operated with either electrically or battery operated. We can provide automatic electric urinal flusher in designs and finishes as required by the clients.


The HBACV provides these links for information about the building permitting process for the area jurisdictions. The Building Inspections Office consists of a building official, a team of qualified inspectors, and supporting office staff who are responsible for issuing permits, reviewing plans, and performing inspections during construction for compliance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC). We also provides a link of the recent building permit activity in the area published in the local media.
Here are the Links for this:
Bedford County Building & Planning:
Campbell County Building & Planning
Amherst County Building & Planning:
Appomattox County Building & Planning
Lynchburg City Building & Planning:
Local Deeds & Permits from News & Advance:


The success Manatts, Inc., enjoys today in the construction industry started more than 60 years ago. Back then, it was one man, one truck, and now our team of employees numbers more than 700 strong. We have dozens of ready-mix and asphalt production facilities around the state of Iowa. Our massive fleet of dump and ready-mix trucks serves thousands of job sites every year. In addition, our concrete and asphalt paving divisions, along with our various other crews, complete hundreds of projects every season.
Our PCC Paving Division has an opening for the 2018 construction season for a Fine Grade Foreman. Responsibilities include supervising and coordinating the activities of work crews engaged in preparing subgrade and finish grading for streets, parking lots, and highways; ensuring the quality of the grade in front of the paver and hand pour areas. This individual will directly supervise 2 or more non-supervisory employees and carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems. Submission of daily paperwork is required.
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What is Trig*Star?
Trig-Star is an annual high school mathematics competition based on the practical application of Trigonometry. Students that participate are not only provided with an opportunity to earn awards, but also leave with a better understanding of the technical profession of Geomatics, which includes Land Surveying and Mapping.
Professional Land Surveyors use the Trig-Star program to advance communication with the communities they serve. Local Land Surveying and Civil Engineering companies provide professionals who volunteer their time to explain how trigonometry is used to solve Land Surveying and Mapping problems.


Detailed analysis on M20 = 1::3 (Ratio) IST Initial Setting Time FST Final Setting Time As we know that during concreting when we place wet concrete, it gets harden after certain standard time( 30 mins IST 10hrs FST), considering same We...
Calculate the concrete quantity required in cubic meter and then multiply the quantity with the cement sand and aggregate for 1 cubic meter of concrete. In your case Volume of concrete x x It looks like you are using m20 grade mix with extra sand. If you follow that mix proportion then to calculate use .
Quantity of materials such as cement, sand, coarse aggregates and water required per cubic meter of concrete and mortar varies with the mix design of the concrete and mortar respectively.
· 🕑 Reading time: 1 minute Quantity of materials such as cement, sand, coarse aggregates and water required per cubic meter of concrete and mortar for different mix proportions varies with the mix design of the concrete and mortar respectively. Following table gives the estimated quantity of materials required per cubic meter of mortar and concrete for various nominal mixes.
· Now we start calculation for find Cement, Sand and Aggregate quality in 1 cubic meter concrete. CALCULATION FOR CEMENT QUANTITY; Cement= (1/) x = m 3 ∴ 1 is a part of cement, is sum of ratio Density of Cement is 1440/m 3 = x 1440 = kg We know each bag of cement is 50 kg For Numbers of Bags = /50 = 8 Bags We ...
Grade C S A M5 1:5:10 M10 1:3:6 M15 1:2:4 M20 1::3 M25 1:1:2 M30 1:: M35 1::1 M40 1:: _____ Some important terms related to concrete Unit weight of cement 1440 kg/m.
Calculate the concrete quantity required in cubic meter and then multiply the quantity with the cement sand and aggregate for 1 cubic meter of concrete. In your case Volume of concrete x x It looks like you are using m20 grade mix with extra sand. If you follow that mix proportion then to calculate use this following ...
· Thus the actual volume of concrete for 1 cubic meter of compacted concrete construction will be = 1 = m 3. Thus, the quantity of cement required for 1 cubic meter of concrete = / = bags of cement.
Total weight of concrete ingredients = 50+115+209+ = say 400 kg. Density of concrete = 2400 kg/cum. So, 1 bag of cement produces = 400/2400 = cum. No. of bags required for 01 cum of concrete = 1/ = bags ~ 6 bags. From above, if the concrete mix is 1:2:4, to get a cubic meter of concrete we require. = 6 bags ...
Actual constituents of cement, sand coarse aggregate depends on grade of concrete M20, M25 etc. Let us calculate for M20 grade of concrete. Nominal mix volume is in ratio of 1::3. Dry volume is .
· Hello, friends in this article you will learn to calculate the Quantity of Cement, Sand, and Aggregate In Kilograms, Cubic Meter and Cubic Feet. Also, you find the Table where you will get the Quantity of Cement, sand, and aggregate of different Grade of Concrete Such as M 5, M 10, M 15, M 20, and M .
· 17/8/2020· We find the quantity of cement for the M15 concrete in which table value for cement is given for Kilogram, cubic meter (m 3) and in bags. It means that we can find find the quantity of cement either in kilogram, cubic meter (m 3) and also in bags just multiply the value volume with the table values.
How much cement, sand aggregate required for M25,M20,M15,M10 concrete, hi guys in this article we know about how much cement, sand aggregate required per cubic metre of different grade of concrete like M25,M20,M15,M10, M5 concrete and also know about how much cement required for 1m3 of M20 concrete water cement ratio for different grade of concrete.
quantity of cement in cubic meter of m grade concrete Concrete 1 cubic meter volume to cubic feet converter Specific unit weight of concrete amount properties converter for conversion factor exchange from 1 cubic meter m3 equals = cubic feet cu ft .
The Ratio of M15 is 1:2:4 observe quantity of cement in above tabular column


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