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Volvo Trucks surpasses 10,000-unit milestone in India �� 8 RSB to set up plant in Sri City, invests ` 60 cr �� 8 Daimler India starts export of Fuso trucks to Cambodia �� 10 Maini Materials Movement wins award �� 10 The right access equipment �� 12 Mtandt: powered to access �� 18 JLG AWPs enable work safely at height �� 22 Chicago Pneumatic launches new range of breakers �� 24

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Volvo Trucks surpasses 10,000-unit volvo fmx 440 in India milestone THE MINING & CONSTRUCTION EXPERT

A S, SVP Sales, Marketing & Aftermarket, Volvo Trucks, VECV, at a ceremony conducted in Bengaluru. Speaking at the occasion Mr Salamon said, “Over the last 17 years Volvo Trucks has been driving progress in the Indian commercial vehicle industry. From the first high performance European tractor trailer to the recent launched technologically advanced truck range, we have personified performance, productivity and profitability for our customers. We understand what our customers need and will come to need. That is why we constantly innovate.” He further added, “Reaching the 10,000 mark is a testimony to the fact that the new high tech capabilities and the wide range of benefits of our offerings are suiting the Volvo customer.”

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olvo Trucks has announced that today it has achieved the landmark of crossing 10,000 truck sales.

The company’s recently launched technologically advanced Volvo FMX 440 8x4 I-Shift was handed over as the 10,000th vehicle to M/s Mahalaxmi Infracontracts Pvt Ltd, who have over 350 Volvo trucks. Pierre Jean Verge Salamon, President, Volvo Group Truck Sales India, has handed over the vehicle along with Rama Rao

Since it’s rollout of the first truck way back in 1998, Volvo Trucks has been committed to driving progress in the industry. Elucidating the development since 1998, Mr Rama Rao said, “Today Volvo Trucks facilitate around onethird of coal production in India by moving overburden in the mines and in the process has been driving progress for the country. The support from the industry has been encouraging and has helped us deliver what it takes. Yet, for Volvo Trucks and our customers, our most recent innovation is just the beginning.” Volvo Trucks is currently present in India with more than 150 touch points across the country including state-of-theart workshops and various service support centres. n

RSB to set up plant in Sri City, invests ` 60 cr The upcoming facility will manufacture latest generation of propeller shaft to cater to Isuzu Motors and other global OEMs like Ashok Leyland and Daimler. RSB has an ongoing collaboration with Eugen Klein GmbH, Germany and Jidosha Buhin Kogyo Co. Ltd. (JBK), Japan, for manufacture of technologically advanced propeller shaft. AP Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu was present during the occasion.

une-based RSB Group inked a pact with Andhra Pradesh government to set up a state-of-the-art facility at Sri City at an investment of ` 60 crore.

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SK Behera, Vice Chairman & MD, RSB Group, speaking on the occasion, said, “RSB is a market leader in propeller shaft in catering to leading OEMs and this pact will further boost RSB’s market share catering to CV/SUV/LCV segments.” He further added, RSB is a Deming Company, quality norms are very stringent and meets uncompromising global standards. n

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Daimler India starts export of Fuso trucks to Cambodia • Cambodia to be the 13th export market for DICV • The ‘Made in India’ trucks strengthen FUSO’s presence in Southeast Asia These robust trucks are already being exported to Kenya, Sri Lanka, Zambia, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Bangladesh, Brunei and Indonesia, and are now on their way to Cambodia. While most of the current export markets demand right-hand driven vehicles, the Cambodian market requires left-hand driven vehicles.

aimler India Commercial Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. (DICV), a 100 per cent wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler AG, Stuttgart, Germany along with Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation, Japan (MFTBC), a Daimler Company, started exporting its DICVmade FUSO trucks to Cambodia, making it the 13th market for DICV. According to Daimler, the Cambodian market is growing rapidly in many sectors like garments, logistics, mining and constructions. For these sectors five newly developed FUSO truck models are manufactured at DICV’s Oragadam plant, near Chennai.

DICV’s distributor RMA Cambodia would provide full support on technical services and spare part availability in stock as well as financial service. Convinced customers have already made the first orders at the local dealership. Under the umbrella of Daimler Trucks Asia, DICV and MFTBC (Mitsubishi Truck and Bus Corporation) have combined their strength to tap into further sales potential. While DICV focuses on the Indian market and countries such as Nepal, that are related to the Indian market conditions, MFTBC will service the rising demand in the Asian and African regions with its existing portfolio of Mitsubishi-Fuso trucks from its plant in Kawasaki and the robust Fuso trucks produced in Oragadam. n

Maini Materials Movement wins award Bags the ‘Best Cold Chain Material Handling Service Provider of the Year’ award in India. These awards are a result of an independent research agency entrusted with the task of choosing the winners. “With over 150 attendees, the award not only recognises achievements above and beyond the call of duty, but also promotes and contributes to driving industry best practices in temperature control distribution,” Maini Materials Movement said issuing a statement.

aini Materials Movement, a Maini Group company, is awarded with “Best Cold Chain Material Handling Service Provider of the Year” at the Cold Chain Industry Awards. The award ceremony was held during the 4th edition of Cold Chain Strategy Summit in Mumbai on 9th June. The award was received by Rahul Sagar, AGM-Marketing, Maini Materials Movement. The Cold Chain Strategy Summit, convened annually, is recognised as one of the most prestigious cold chain events

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Commenting on the awards, Mr. S A Mohan, CEO, Maini Materials Movement Pvt. Ltd. said, “We strive to offer our customers the right solutions and ensure lowest total cost of ownership at their end. This award certainly attests our outstanding contributions in temperature control intra-logistics solutions.” Maini Materials Movement offers a comprehensive range of material handling and warehousing solutions pertaining to cold chain industry. The range consists of galvanised pallet trucks, platform trucks, dock-levellers, lift tables, scissor lifts, stackers, double deep reach trucks and forklifts, and customised racking solutions. n

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The right access equipment Guidelines on safe use of aerial work platform equipment

afety is one of the most critical issues that need to be addressed while working at heights. As far as the AWP operation in India is concerned, safety related guidelines are often ignored which leads to serious accident causing loss of invaluable lives and damaging other assets. However the safety awareness on AWP has increased considerably in the last couple of years though there is a long way to go. Ketan Patel, Director, Maco Corporation (India) Pvt. Ltd. believes, “With more and more infrastructure projects making it mandatory to use AWP on sites have also made the service and solution providers to enhance or offer better machines for the jobs. Also in their pursuit to value add to the existing offerings machines with enhanced safety features are being offered to the customers.” Maco offers the GENIE range of products in the Indian market. Commenting on how safe are GENIE AWPs, Mr Patel said, “GENIE machines are the safest one can get in the market. GENIE is a pioneer in the aerial work

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platform segment and offers full proof solutions which are easy to install and can be shared with any other machines in the fleet.” Some of the major safety features of GENIE AWPs include: GENIE Operator Protective Structure (OPS): An optional device for installation on articulating or telescopic boom lifts and provides secondary protection for operators in the event of contact with an overhead obstacle in certain applications. GENIE Operation Protection Alarm (OPA): This system is designed to alert ground personnel when an operator makes contact with the platform control panel by interrupting boom movement, sounding an alarm and causing a light to flash. Operator’s training is of utmost importance since the safety of the people working on the machine is his responsibility. Unfortunately, in India we do not have a proper operators training centre and the training aspect for operators is unorganised. However with

the formation of the IPAF (International Powered Access Federation) India Council last year, the industry expects a few IPAF Certified Training Centres across India soon. Souma Ray, Director at Haulotte India Pvt. Ltd. says, “The operators being trained in the IPAF training centre shall be certified and shall be issued with a PAL Card that confirms that the person is competent to use an AWP. This is indeed very essential since it shall certainly help the rental players as well as End users to have their operators trained to operate AWP’s safely.” Haulotte Access Equipment are manufactured as per European CE standards conforming to EN280 safety norms. Haulotte AWPs are featured with safety cut-off systems which prevent the machine to be overloaded or work at an outreach which can result in an accident due to negligence of the operator. Haulotte has introduced an entrapment prevention system ACTIV’ Shield. This is a secondary guarding system and major feature for operators’ safety by reducing the risk of its 14

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solid tyre, removable fence, pulling device (battery operated pedestrian controlled), and mechanical outrigger for earth lock.

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entrapment.The ACTIV’ Shield bar kits are available to be supplied factory fitted on all Haulotte diesel boom lifts. Besides they can also be retrofitted on existing machines. Nirav Doshi, Managing Director, Nido Machineries Pvt. Ltd. believes, “Anyone operating an AWP is required to be properly trained about fall protection as well as the basic safety guidelines. ‘Be

Although India has been lagging behind the developed world where use of AWPs is mandatory when working at heights, we shall have similar legislations in India too.

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NIDO offers a complete range of equipment to work safely and efficiently at different heights and reaches. “Our AWPs are the safest equipment for work at height. We always follow the best safety norms applicable in the material handling equipment industry and try to integrate all the necessary safety features required to operate the machine smoothly and safely. All our work platforms are CE certified and we always use branded components as a standard,” claims Mr Doshi. He adds, “All our aerial work platforms can be customised as per the business requirements. Safety is our first priority and we always try to put our best effort to make the workplace safer. We conduct regular training programs in order to make the operators aware about the safe operation of the machine.” According to Mr Doshi, some of the major safety features installed in NIDO’s AWPs include Battery charge indicator, levelling indicator, safety brackets, extended stop button, emergency lowering, system, forklift pockets,

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aware and stay safe’ should be the first safety rule for all the AWP operators in India while working in construction sites.”

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Best practices AWPs are used extensively across the world for working safely at heights. Unfortunately, in India, the safety standards and awareness related to working at heights is lacking far behind the world standards. However, over the past few years the awareness has been growing steadily which is a very encouraging sign for the AWP Industry. Good quality machines which incorporate the best safety systems, proper operator training towards operation and maintenance of machines will go a long way in giving better productivity. Mr Ray observes, “Although India has been lagging behind the developed world where use of AWPs is mandatory when working at heights, we shall have similar legislations in India too in the near future. With the pace at which the Indian economy is growing, that day is not far away. This shall certainly be the turning point for the AWP industry in India as there would be a major upswing in requirements of AWP across the country.” Mr Patel outlines some of the best practices for safe use of AWP equipment as follows: • Operator should have thorough experience of using an AWP and should be comfortable working at heights. • Operator should know the brand of machine, its features and emergency escape or lowering systems. • Operator should be aware of the machine limitations towards weather conditions as these machines elevate themselves to as high as 180 ft and have a good chance of facing very high wind forces and lighting strikes while working in the open. • The machine should have 100 per cent functioning limit switches or limiting devices and this has to be checked and ensured of their functionality before every shift and by every new 16

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GENIE is a pioneer in the aerial work platform segment and offers full proof solutions which are easy to install and can be shared with any other machines in the fleet.

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operator. This is also known as a pre operation inspection. • Always have a site or application area inspection done thoroughly as most of the machines are self propelled and depend on balance using counterweight. The machine weight vis-à-vis the ground stability, gradient has to be very strictly taken in to account when using an AWP. • Strict adherence to site regulations and possible hazards has to be understood before the machine

’Be aware and stay safe’ should be the first safety rule for all the AWP operators in India while working in construction sites.

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is used at a site. For example, the operator should know about possible electric induction from adjoining active power lines, presence of highly flammable hydrocarbons etc. According to Mr Doshi some of the best practices for safe use of AWP equipment are: • Ensure that only properly trained persons are authorised to operate the aerial work platform equipment. Inexperienced operators should receive proper training from a qualified instructor before attempting to operate it. • Occupants must wear a safety belt while working at height. This is the most important safety step for fall protection. Attach lanyard to the anchor provided in the platform equipment. • Never sit, stand or climb on the platform guard rails. In case of a power failure, the ground personnel should use the manual controls to lower the platform. • Keep platform floor clear of debris. Lower the platform entry mid-rail or close the entry gate before operating the machine. • Never operate the aerial work platform in strong winds that exceed 45 km/h. Never increase the surface area of the platform or the load. Increasing the

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area exposed to the wind will decrease the aerial work platform stability. • Position the aerial work platform at the work area. Make sure the aerial work platform is on a firm and level surface and there are no potential hazards such as overhead obstructions or electrically charged conductors. • Conduct daily or monthly maintenance check to find out any sort of error in advance. NIDO AWP

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Mtandt: powered to access Growth drivers and Mtandt’s roadmap Continued impetus on industrialisation and infrastructure development along with the rise in demand for warehousing are the key growth drivers for access equipment industry. The proposed smart cities projects and upcoming of industries to develop their manufacturing units suggest a positive outlook. Policy initiatives such as FDI in retail and implementation of GST will have a positive impact on the access equipment industry. With pre-engineered buildings (PEBs) becoming the preferred choice in industrial buildings and warehouses, the demand for access equipment has been on the rise. Mtandt anticipates a 20 per cent of year-on-year growth for access equipment in future. The upcoming infrastructure development and development of Tier 2 cities would increase the demand of boom lifts, scissor lifts and scaffolds. A company in such a condition requires having pan India presence. Mtandt has expanded its operations in all directions and geared up to provide rental services to the construction industry across the country.

Mtandt has expanded its operations in all directions and geared up to provide rental services to the construction industry across the country.

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Latest trend Increasing level of customisation of the products to suit the business type and needs is the latest trend in the access equipment industry. As the constructions are becoming increasingly complex, the demand for precision equipment is also growing. Major challenges Some of the major challenges for the growth of access equipment industry are as follows: Higher operational costs: Maintenance, capital burden to stock and carrying the machines to the desired location are some of the challenges under this head.

Logistics: Equipment rental companies are largely depended on transporter for moving machines from one site to another on a trailer. While crossing inter-state borders various documents are demanded. The complex documentation procedure which varies everywhere, imposed entry taxes and Octroi are time consuming and frustrating many a time. Managing customer needs: Customers’ requirement for access platforms varies as per their needs. Thus, a rental company needs to invest on huge diverse fleet of equipment to match the diverse requirements. This means the cost of maintenance and keeping spares increases tremendously. Increased competition: Equipment rental is one of the most unorganised and fragmented businesses in India. There are very few organised players in this segment whereas a number of small rental companies are mushrooming who provides the equipment at an errant price. Such machines are not well maintained and are potentially dangerous to work. Big companies and corporate players still prefer rental partners of repute as safety is of prime importance to them. Shortage of skilled manpower: Availability of skilled manpower like operators, hydraulic engineers and site supervisor is very less and training unskilled manpower is expensive and time consuming and their attrition remains a point of concern.

USP of Mtandt’s rental division Mtandt’s considers safety, productivity and convenience as three pillars that define its competitive edge. Some of the competitive advantages are described as below: Large and diverse rental fleet: Mtandt’s large and diverse fleet allows serving large customer base that require substantial quantities and/ 20

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PALFINGER launched truck mounted AWPs reliable height access technology that is of outstanding quality, thus optimally adjusted to the relevant working range. Truck mounted access platform are crucial in application areas like power transmission, maintenance of buildings and structures, landscaping, repair and maintenance of wind turbines among others.

ALFINGER India has launched truck mounted access platforms from the PALFINGER Platforms product range, offering innovative lifting solutions at the highest technological level. PALFINGER access platforms make an impression with their safe and 18

With PALFINGER India’s new launch of the PALFINGER compact platforms, integration into any Indian commercial vehicle is possible. The mounting expertise of PALFINGER India has executed over 500 installations over a period of time. PALFINGER India’s countrywide network of service and parts support ensures easy access to customers for any support anytime. The PALFINGER compact range starts from 9-metre to 28-metre and is designed with a host of advantages.

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

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or wide varieties of equipment. The company manages its rental fleet utilising a lifecycle approach that focuses on satisfying customer demand and optimising utilisation levels. Geographic and customer diversity: Mtandt’s customer base is a diverse mix of construction and industrial companies, utilities, municipalities, government agencies and others. Strong and motivated team: Mtandt believes that its team is among the most knowledgeable and experienced in the industry. The company empowers them, within budgetary guidelines, to make day-to-day decisions concerning branch matters. Employee training programs: Mtandt provides training and development opportunities to its employees. The employees undergo comprehensive training programs including safety training, sales and leadership training,

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equipment-related training from suppliers and online courses covering a variety of relevant subjects.

Training of personnel Mtandt gives highest priority on the training of personnel. Its Managing director Rakesh Modi is trained from France’s Petzl institute and is a regular trainer at several renowned institutes like Castrol, Suzlon etc. The group offers two legs of training at regular intervals. At Mtandt, the operators undergo a rigorous routine training for the device they have been allocated to. The other employees from the sales who demonstrate the device are also given proper training. Every new product inducted is not straightaway handed over to a novice. Mocks, training tests are conducted by a certified team to ensure proper training.

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The infrastructure sector is a capital intensive segment. Again, operating and maintaining such capital equipment is a shear additional cost and burden to the project developers. Hence the companies prefer to outsource equipment requirement to a rental companies who have technical expertise to operate and maintain them. Though the hiring and rental business of access equipment is at a very nascent stage in India, many companies prefer to rent the equipment to save on costs. Also, with “Make in India” initiative, new opportunities are expected. Industry forecasts point to a multi-year up-cycle for equipment rentals, with an ongoing recovery in most of end markets. Customers are increasingly becoming aware about the benefits of renting. Mtandt Group seeks to seize that opportunity and to further expand its activities. n

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JLG AWPs enable work safely at height JLG’s latest machines combine advanced technologies, simplified maintenance and increased reliability JLG Ultra Boom Series of Lifts (120 ft to 185 ft) are designed to help work safely at heights from 120 ft to 185 ft. • JLG’s Ultra Boom Lifts have a 1,000 lbs restricted capacity, 500 lbs unrestricted capacity which improves worker efficiency and maximises productivity. • All Ultra Boom Lifts from JLG have an envelope control system that helps control the stability of the boom lift by restricting the working envelope of the main boom while allowing maximum platform height. The RS line of AWP’s (60 ft and 80 ft) has been designed expressly for the rental industry, delivering simplicity without compromise. The new 50-ft rough terrain scissors lift puts more men and materials where they’re needed on the toughest jobsites. The R6 and R10 scissors are designed to be simple and reliable. They feature direct electric drive motors that deliver industry leading duty cycles. In addition, a passive pothole protection eliminates all moving parts in the pothole protection system, reducing the need for repair or replacement. According to JLG, the advances its new machines bring to the industry would deliver immediate benefits such as increases in operator productivity. They would also deliver low Total Cost to Own (TCO) to help companies manage their capital investments TCO incorporates initial purchase price, cost to operate, cost to maintain, financing, resale value and numerous other factors to calculate the real value of equipment from acquisition through disposition. This information can help fleet owners maximise their plan for fleet mix and replace cycle. n

or more than 40 years JLG Industries is helping the construction industry work safely at height and increase productivity by offering machines that are dependable and versatile. JLG’s founder John L. Grove invented the first aerial work platform (AWP) in 1970. JLG’s newest machines combine advanced technologies, simplified maintenance and increased reliability. These machines are backed with outstanding training, service and aftermarket support.

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nternational construction equipment manufacturer Chicago Pneumatic has unveiled its Red Hawk range of motor drills and breakers. With three options available, the new range is suitable for roads, railways and drilling applications, providing users with a range of rugged and reliable breakers. “The Red Hawk range introduces new compact and portable solutions to CP’s portfolio of handheld pneumatic equipment, which are suitable for applications where users change location frequently,” said Gus Armbruster, Spokesperson for Handheld Tools at Chicago Pneumatic. “Equipped with a petrol powered engine, instead of a conventional hose or power cable, the Red Hawk range provides users with the versatility

and manoeuvrability ideal for busy or remote locations.”

The Red Hawk Road is the most powerful breaker in the new range offeringhigh impact energy and weighing only 22 kg. Ideal for concrete and asphalt breaking and cutting, enough impact energy is delivered to handle silicarich rocks and reinforced concrete. An additional tamping shank allows users to repair potholes and surface damage, making the Red Hawk Road ideal for infrastructure applications. Designed specifically for use on and around railway tracks, the Red Hawk Rail is ideal for fast, efficient tie tamping. By offering a higher frequency with less impact energy the Red Hawk Rail ensures that minimal damage is done to track

ballast. Thanks to the portable nature of the complete Red Hawk range, users can exit an area quickly without hoses and cables getting in the way. Completing the range is the Red Hawk Drill, offering a combined drill and breaker, ideal for light service applications such as rock splitting, fencing work and digging into hard or frozen ground. With a range of different working tools, from cutting, to breaking and driving, the Red Hawk Drill is a universal tool that offers users working in remote locations a suitable alternative to existing drills and breakers. With 11 shank options and a trolley or carrying harness, Chicago Pneumatic has a range of accessories designed to make the Red Hawk range as versatile as possible. n

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Robbins announces Crossover Series of TBMs Dual mode machines bridge the gap in mixed ground The Robbins Crossover (XRE) TBM pictured here is at the forefront of a trend for efficient machines that can operate in mixed ground conditions.

obbins announced its Crossover Series of TBMs, a line of field-tested, rugged dual mode-type machines.

“The rebranding and Crossover terminology embodies the concept that the machines are able to cross over between modes,” says Home. The unique machines are a top focus point for the company. “Robbins comes at this business with extensive rock experience so everything we design comes with the assumption that there will be tough conditions. When you have to ‘cross over’ to another mode then already you are in difficult conditions, and contractors need robust machines to get through these challenges,” says Home.

At the crossroads of success Home foresees that machine sales will grow as more projects worldwide are planned in difficult and varying ground conditions. Survey results back up the trend, indicating an increased interest in Crossover-type machines worldwide. “This is a continuous evolution and we are consistently endeavouring to improve Crossover designs. We have three of the machines in production now and I see this number increasing year by year as the industry sees and accepts their n value,” Homes concludes. For more details, visit www.therobbinscompany.com

Crossover TBMs feature aspects of two TBM types, and are ideal for mixed ground conditions that might otherwise require multiple tunnelling machines. The XRE - stands for Crossover Rock /EPB - is the most common type of hybrid machine, and features characteristics of single shield hard rock machines and EPBs for efficient excavation in mixed soils with rock.

Success story An XRE TBM recently completed tunnelling at Australia’s Grosvenor Decline Tunnel, where it excavated two mine access drives at rates fourteen times faster than a traditional roadheader. The latest drive was completed on 9th February. “This was a big step forward for the mine to appropriately use civil tunnelling technology for a mining application. I take my hat off to the management of owner Anglo American Coal to have the foresight and leadership ability to take this step. Using the Crossover technology (versus the traditionally-used roadheader method), the project was finished on schedule,” said Lok Home, President, Robbins. Gaining popularity Additional types of Crossover machines include the XSE (Crossover between slurry/EPB) and the XRS (Crossover between rock/slurry) TBMs. The Crossover series is quickly gaining in popularity, with Robbins Crossover TBMs currently being assembled in Mexico, Turkey, and Azerbaijan. An XRE TBM is expected to start excavation for Mexico’s Túnel Emisor Poniente II (TEP II) later this year, while an XSE is being readied for excavation at the Baku Metro. July 2015

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Building strong This article explains the advanced scaffolding and formwork technology

very construction site is unique. Manufacturers want to find out the best solutions for the challenges faced during execution of projects. Availability of wide range of products with high quality systems in this field is the solutions for the challenges. Keeping in mind the basic challenges the article speaks about how to overcome them with the help of new technologies in scaffolding and formwork.

Acceptance Scaffolding is integral and basic part of construction, in past India has always focused more on quantity rather than quality of construction. “We have always sourced out cheapest solutions on the cost of safety and quality. In simple word we are too late to adopt this technology,” informs Pankaj Udeshi, Assistant General Manager Procurement, Supreme

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Infrastructure India Pvt. Ltd. He adds, “But the trends have changed now, the bamboo has been replaced by steel pipe (Props) and battens have been replaced by beams.” Speaking about the acceptance of scaffolding and formwork, Rohitt Sharma, Director, Maini Scaffold & Formwork Systems Pvt. Ltd., Faridabad says, “In today’s scenario, when India is on the threshold to become the world’s youngest country with 64 per cent of its population in the working age group, the housing demand in the country is set to rise.” He further adds, “Due to acute shortage of housing units, government and developers are keen to shorten the huge gap between supply and demand in the shortest possible time. Focusing on timely delivery and cost effective construction methods, exploring modern and advance

Customers are more interested in opting for formwork solutions which are user friendly, with in-build safety features enabling speedy construction which make the project more viable and cost effective. Rohitt Sharma, Director, Maini Scaffold & Formwork Systems Pvt. Ltd.,

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“Customers are more interested in opting for formwork solutions which are user friendly, with in-build safety features enabling speedy construction which make the project more viable and cost effective,” says Mr Sharma.

choice but to ensure a quick completion and move on to the next one. Secondly, scaffolding and formwork provides qualitative consistency in construction besides good surface finish, thereby saving a lot of finishing time and plastering material,” he shares.

500 clear repetitions are possible with TAAL aluminium formwork system.

Samit Patil, Managing Director, OxyGreen Constructions Pvt. Ltd.

techniques are progressively in demand.” The boom in the construction industry has opened up new opportunities for the growth and development of the scaffolding and formwork industry in the country. Vijay Kalantri, Chairman and Managing Director, Dighi Port Limited says, “With the government laying special emphasis on construction and infrastructure development in the 12th Five-Year Plan, opportunities abound the Indian scaffolding and formwork industry. The industry is witnessing major transformation and the reasons for growth are aplenty. First, the speed and uncertainty with which projects are awarded these days, a contractor has no

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“The construction companies are paying greater attention to labour and time saving. Hence the acceptance of technologically advanced system formwork is steadily increasing in India, and the scaffolding and formwork industry is in expansionist mode,” says Pradeep Ghumare, Director, NOE Formwork India Pvt. Ltd. Further he adds, “However the advantages of latest system formwork, especially those of higher modularity and higher repetitions, and its usability for various projects, leading to lower costof-ownership needs to be appreciated by the contractors. To overcome the initial investment aspect, NOE Germany offers international low-cost financing for their system formwork.” Speaking about the constraints Mr Sharma says, “Due to time constraints, users prefer suppliers with technical team who can offer end to end solutions i.e. designing with the use of latest software, manufacturing with automatic facilities with robotic concept, hassle free logistics and best on-site support followed by after sales services on single call.”

Mumbai-based OxyGreen Constructions Pvt. Ltd. provides following technologies in co-operation with its principles from Malaysia, China, Belarus and Germany: • TAAL Aluminium Formwork System • Aluminium helipads with fire retardant system • Solid wooden villas • Ultra-luxurious glass-wood villas. Commenting on the advantages of TAAL aluminium formwork systems, Samit Patil, Managing Director, OxyGreen Constructions Pvt. Ltd. says, “500 clear repetitions are possible with TAAL aluminium formwork system. Its high quality material- Aluminium Alloy 6061-T6 is derived from original aluminium billets and ingots and all its material undergoes vigorous quality checks.” TAAL presently has a factory of its own measuring 2,00,000 sq.mt and another 6,00,000 sq.mt factory being constructed. TAIAO is one of the leading companies in the world to manufacture aluminium helipads with retardant system and the only company in Asia. It exports 90 per cent of its products all over the world from China and Malaysia with future plans to

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opportunities for advanced formwork systems in India. The demand is growing as there are several projects going on in various sectors and many more are expected in future.

systems such as Cuplock, H-Frame, APS unit, tubes and fittings, props and spans.” He said, Mivan, Doka, Peri, Paschal, Zurich are some of the popular for developing above systems.

To overcome the initial investment aspect, NOE Germany offers international low-cost financing for their system formwork.

Pradeep Ghumare, Director, NOE Formwork India Private Limited.

expand in deeper Asia and Latin America. “The industry is seeking greater takers for aluminium formwork for column beam- slab casting and for easy-to-use and economical craneless systems. Also there are revamped versions of Alvert for vertical casting and Aludek for horizontal casting with drop head methodology, which offer a smooth finish and a cycle of five to seven days. These systems then can be used in slab with beam grids,” shares Mr Kalantri. Mr Udeshi says, “Development from traditional formwork systems to latest formwork systems was very fast, one system replaced by another with advanced techniques and new and different usage methods. The various

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NOE Formwork India Private Limited shares some latest technology trends in system formwork, they are as follows: • Minimum number of tie-rods • Minimise number of panel connections • Less number of formwork pieces per unit area (m2) • Lower weight of formwork • Higher single-pour height • Larger panel area • Enhanced facing of formwork with use of synthetic ply for higher quality and higher usage / repetitions • Repair ability of formwork facing: Birch Ply and Synthetic Ply can be easily repaired, and further reused • Higher flexibility and modularity of formwork • Ease of stripping • Ease of attaching accessories • Highest safety (fulfilling stringent DIN/EN norms) • Higher panel symmetry.

Solutions offered There are a bagful of growth drivers. Construction in India is growing in all sectors, need of speedy and quality construction, labour scarcity in key areas of construction, extensive usage of concrete pumps and safety requirements. These drivers necessitate the introduction of new technologies in almost all areas of construction. There are number of

Some solutions offered by NOE Formwork India Private Limited are as follows: NOEtop large panel formwork system with integrated strong back: • Versatile system • Multiple choice of tie positions • Optimal size module • XXL • No marks • Standardised • Reduced number of system components NOE modular circular formwork system: • NOEtop R 275 Circular Formwork • NOE R 110 Circular Formwork NOE prop aluminium support system (patented clamp). Mr Udeshi says, “In present days aluminium formwork systems are very well-known for doing construction of large areas of similar design, similar types of construction for affordable housing or high rise building having same style of construction and design, but it requires deep planning while procuring the aluminium formwork to get minimum procurement quantity provides repetitive of usage and avoid extra procurement or increase unreasonable of cost.” “MFS Aluminium Formwork Systems and MFS Steel Scaffolding Systems offer formwork solutions and services for construction and maintenance industry and are known as complete solution provider in the respective industries. It includes basic to advanced aspects of formwork and scaffolding components which can cater the need of forming any modern structure. Aluminium formwork systems, steel scaffolding systems and access scaffolding are the front line products,” shares Mr Sharma. Commenting about the solutions preferred by Dighi Port, Mr Kalantri 32

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The industry is seeking greater takers for aluminium formwork for column beam- slab casting and for easy-to-use and economical craneless systems.

Vijay Kalantri, Chairman & Managing Director Dighi Port Limited.

comments, “Industry experts are unanimous in their views that all the big projects, which used to have a time frame of 2 to 3 years, are now being completed in 18 to 22 months. The movement of the construction industry towards modernisation and mechanisation is a key factor. Secondly, contractors are time bound and face scarcity of labour. Since projects are time-bound these days, quick and timely completion is a major criterion. Scaffolding and formwork plays a major role in addressing these issues.”

Deep planning is required to buy the formwork or renting it as it involves cost and storage space, maintenance and can be useful in future projects.

Pankaj Udeshi, Asst. General Manager Procurement Supreme Infrastructure India Ltd.

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Speaking more about the product details he says, “Globally, Topec slab formwork is widely used for construction. It is a simple, lightweight aluminium formwork that can be safely handled by three men, without a crane. Significant reductions in cost and increase in productivity can be achieved as compared to conventional table forms because safe erection and dismantling can be done from the ground and Topec’s large 1.8 sq.mt panels can quickly cover areas and support slab thicknesses of up to 400 mm. Smaller panels can be used to support thicker slabs of 500 to 750 mm. Topec needs no secondary or primary beams and clamps. Its main components are simply panels, props and bearings. Panels can be supported by tubular steel props with quick release mechanism propping heights up to 3.5 m are possible.”

Rent or buy? Many companies provide the required formwork system to the customer on rental basis. This helps the customers in adopting the modern system for their projects, but at a cost budgeted for that specific project only. “Interestingly, the rental option is turning about to be feasible,” shares Mr Kalantri. Further he says, “On the customers’ part, this also ensures maximum utilisation of the system with no provision required for carry over cost at the end of the project. On the other hand most of the top players in construction industry have formed a separate scaffolding and formwork division in their organisations by realising the importance of the system and its optimum utilisation.”Builders and contractors want to bring down the investments on scaffolding and formwork and are therefore happy to hire the systems at feasible rates for a stipulated time. People are opting for rentals in order to curtail investments and storage costs. Mr Udeshi states, “Deep planning is required to buy the formwork or renting it as it involves cost and storage space, maintenance and can be useful in future projects.“

For Purchase • Required for continuous or big

projects and duration for completion are very short. • Constructions of similar design work so that we can use for maximum repetition. • Having sufficient facility to store and skilled staff to maintain the same in best possible manner. • Having clear calculation of costing and profitability by using these systems.

For rent • Mid-size project, no immediate chances of repetition and even break-down are rare. • No storage facility and skilled staff to maintain the same. • Designs of constructions are different and not possible to accommodate in present stock.” “Selection between buy and rent is majorly influenced by factors i.e. size of project, time period for which material is required, percentage of non-standard and special material required etc. Though in rental option high initial investment of user is avoided but if period of rent is more then this option is not viable,” shares Mr Sharma. Rental option has advantage of initial cost minimisation and ensures maximum utilisation of scaffolding and formwork system without provision of carrying forward the cost at the end of project. He further adds, “With modern trends where projects are launched in series, strategies and planning should be made for long run and considering huge number of repetitions which any formwork system can withstand, major consideration should be given to buy the formwork system which can be treated an asset .” “Though initial investment is higher in any aluminium formwork system but considering repetitiveness of formwork, quality end results, avoiding entire plastering, safety features and less dependency on skilled work force option to buy aluminium formwork system is a viable option,” says Mr Sharma. “As greater numbers of construction companies set their priorities for success, opportunities will continue to grow for providers of formwork and scaffolding,” Mr Kalantri concludes. n Image courtesy: NOE Formwork India Pvt. Ltd.

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Layher Allround: Ideal scaffolding system for industrial application Mithilesh Kumar, Director, Layher Scaffolding Systems Pvt. Ltd. explains the use of Layher Allround Scaffold for maintenance and construction of gas tank

ayher Group produces high-quality scaffolding systems in Germany. Layher has worldwide presence with more than 40 sales subsidiaries. The products are being used by industries like construction, chemical plants, power plants, shipyards and in offshore. Nowadays for demanding and complex scaffolding applications i.e. wherever conventional scaffolding technology falls short of optimal thus cost effective use, Layher Allround Scaffolding convincingly comes in with an unmatched range of advantages: unbeatably fast assembly, persuasive economic arguments and an extensive range of series-produced accessories.

More possibilities with Layher Layher’s present product characteristics and services Layher Allround for external maintenance of tank in refinery Layher Allround for internal maintenance of tank

help customers achieve long-term success and increase the profitability of their companies. The Layher Allround Scaffolding has been established as a synonym for modular scaffolds on the market. The Allround Scaffolding offers unsurpassed versatility to be used in construction sites, chemical industry, power plants, aircraft, shipyards, event sector, theatres and arenas. Allround scaffolding uses a simple, unique and bolt free connection technology. Sliding the wedge head over the rosette and inserting the wedge into the opening immediately secures the component. There is still sufficient play to secure the other end of the ledger. A hammer blow to the wedge transforms the loose connection into a superbly strong structurally rigid one. The face of the wedge head is now precisely positioned against the standard. Connections in quick to assemble and spanner less scaffolding systems make a unique combination: providing structural strength immediately on assembly and subsequent ultimate force transmission while offering a choice of automatically right – angled or splayed connections with universal safety right from the start. To transfer pulling force, every frame is secured by locking pins or bolts to each other. In this way the tower can be assembled on the ground and placed by crane.

Application of Layher Allround Scaffold for maintenance and construction of gas tank The gas tank operated by refinery is currently being refurbished, and corrosion prevention experts have to treat the entire surface of the tank. Safe access to all parts of the gas tank is assured with the use of a modular scaffolding system. By using Layher’s superior Allround equipment is only possibility to complete maintenance of circular tank. The advantage lies in the speed with which not only the right angle can be automatically obtained with the system, but also variable angles can be achieved if required. This is done by fitting the ledgers in rosettes each with four holes at right angles, with four further larger holes (usually used for diagonal braces) being used to facilitate variable angles. This means that the erectors can also make connections at any angle asdictated by the conditions on site. The Scaffolder can easily, thanks to the eight possible connections in every connector, make adaptions quickly and optimally for almost any application.

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These advantages ensure the optimum conditions for effectively enclosing the round tank with scaffolding. Allround Scaffolding was easily adapted to follow the contour shape of the sphere without difficulty. The erectors didn’t need to create complex tube structures, saw off tubes all the time, repeat measuring of connections or constantly align the upright elements. The wedge head provides an all in one simple yet stable connection, coupled with a logical assembly sequence and integral safety. Hot-dip galvanisation and certified quality assure Layher’s top-quality products are extremely long-lived. Several work levels were required plus a lift going up 16 metres were required to be integrated into the

scaffolding. The challenge set by this particular job was to follow as precisely as possible the double-curved surface of the tank. This was possible due to the extensive catalogue of parts Layher are able to offer. Conventional anchoring to the tank was not possible. The scaffold erectors were only able to make connections to the all-round steel profile – the runner rail for the inspection ladders – at the tank’s “equator” using scaffold couplers. Above and below this anchoring level, the scaffolding was secured by allround steel cables. A Layher landingtype stairway tower allowed convenient access to the scaffold at various levels.

Following the increasingly tapered scaffolding radius above the equator, Layher’s Technical Bureau designed a series of connected lattice girders to the topmost Allround standards which made them converge in tension-resistant form. The scaffolders then placed the structure on the highest point of the gas tank using four Allround standards against curvature. It is only possible by using Layher Allround performance. This method has already proven its worth in time and money saving alone. n Authored by__

Mithilesh Kumar, Director, Layher Scaffolding Systems Pvt. Ltd.

The top lift of the scaffold at the top of the tank called for Layher’s expertise.

MEGACORP IMPEX: committed to customer satisfaction MEGACORP IMPEX assures 100 per cent prime grade materials and prompt delivery at a reasonable price and thorough understanding of each and every grade, MEGACORP IMPEX can successfully cater to even the most intricate of requirements with ease.

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EGACORP IMPEX, Mumbai, is one of the pioneers in the steel line. It is the direct importer and stockist of steel items in various grades and specifications.

MEGACORP IMPEX prides itself for providing client-friendly services and its dispatches are tailor-made to suit the end user’s preferences. The company organises inspection at its site as well as the customer’s premises for critical and specific materials. “We ensure that no stone is left unturned to thoroughly satisfy the customer’s needs of quality, delivery schedule and ease of business,” F. M. Ali, CEO, MEGACORP IMPEX said.

The main purpose of MEGACORP IMPEX is to provide industries with a solid support of supply and costeffectiveness so that they achieve an edge in production, both in terms of quality and competitiveness.

The company’s imports are also based on the customer’s location and it selects the landing port nearest to the destination in order to ensure timely and prompt delivery within specified schedules.

With about 40 years in the steel line and comprehensive knowledge

A team of professionals continuously monitor each and every

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steel supply made by the company. All consignments are thoroughly checked for chemical analysis, mechanical or physical properties as well as ultrasound scanning. “100 per cent prime quality is our hallmark and zero rejection is our motto. We strive to uphold our quality and have made a solid reputation on the basis of our emphasis on quality,” claims Mr ALI n Contact

F. M. Ali, CEO, MEGACORP IMPEX 102-A, Ruby Mahal, 30-D, Cawasji Patel Street, Fort, Mumbai -400001 Tele: +91-22-66661146, 6661147 Mobile:+91-9004224092, 8976408283 Email: megacorpimpex@gmail.com www.megacorpimpex.com

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Mahalakshmi Profiles empowering construction industry

ahalakshmi Profiles (P) Ltd. is one of the leading manufacturers of scaffolding, M.S. ERW pipes and hollow sections, H.R. coils or strips and cement etc.

With stringent safety norms and occupational safety standards being adapted by companies, steel scaffolding has become mandatory.

Vinod Agarwal, Director, MPL

Established in 1959, the company serves a variety of needs of the construction industry. To facilitate further to the construction industry, MPL has come forward to manufacture high quality scaffolding and framework systems for the construction and maintenance industry in India. Its entire products are made to international standard to maintain uniformity and regularity. The company enjoys a good reputation in the global market. It supplies products like scaffolding fittings, scaffolding products, construction scaffolding and scaffolding accessories. It is also an expert in the fabrication of metal support equipment and accessories. MPL is one of the leading manufacturers, exporters and suppliers of scaffolding products and scaffolding accessories in India. The products that MPL manufacture are used in many scaffolding applications. Its range of scaffolding products includes the following items: • Cuplocks system - vertical and ledger • H frame or cross bracing • Props or Jacks • Adjustable span • MS pipe • Fixed or swivel coupler • Spigots or joint pin • Adjustable or fixed base plate • Adjustable U head. Commenting on the acceptance of scaffolding and formwork in India, Vinod Agarwal, Director, MPL said, “With stringent safety norms

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and occupational safety standards being adapted by companies, steel scaffolding has become mandatory. Today, almost all infrastructure or engineering companies are using steel scaffolding widely.” Scaffolding is evolving in terms of set-up time. Previously, H-frame type scaffolding was used widely which was difficult to set-up and pieces were bulky. Now, cup-lock scaffolding is used which has elemental pieces and form a grid like rigid support structure in no time. “Cup-lock scaffolding is the most advanced and widely used solution,” Mr Agarwal observed. “It consists of elemental pieces which are easy to carry. The scaffolding support structure is up and ready to use in no time because of its simplicity to install. Also, there is no technical expertise required to install such system.” Mr Agarwal considers buying of scaffolding as a preferred option compared to renting. He justified his statement by saying, “Calculations show that buying the steel scaffolding will pay off in 24 months as compared to renting. Also, after the useful life of scaffolding, we will still have the steel which will have some scrap value. Hence, it is beneficial to buy.” n

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Mr Viveekanand, General Manager, Mahalakshmi Profiles Pvt. Ltd. MPL House Attapur Ring Road Pillar No 70 Mehdipatnam Hyderabad - 28 Tele: +91-40-67330000 Extn: 202 Mob: +91-9866079640 Email: sales@mahalakshmiprofiles.in www.mplgroup.in

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Anaerobic adhesives: Liquid engineering for manufacturing and maintenance Ideal for applications that endure extreme thermal cycling such as automotive and aerospace assemblies into every tiny imperfection in the threads. Thread friction increases with the application of threadlockers due to interfacial connections to the surface roughness of the metal. The adhesive completely fills the microscopic gaps between interfacing threads to positively lock and seal threaded assemblies, preventing lateral movement and protecting the joint from corrosion that can result from moisture, gasses, and fluids.

ypically used to augment the seal or holding force of a mechanically joined assembly, anaerobic adhesives are used as threadlockers, thread sealants, retaining materials, and flange sealants. When designed into an assembly, these adhesives reduce component inventories, decrease total manufacturing costs, enhance equipment reliability, and minimise aftermarket breakdown and associated warrantee problems. By definition, anaerobic adhesives remain liquid until isolated from oxygen in the presence of metal ions, such as iron or copper. For example, when an anaerobic adhesive is sealed between a nut and a bolt on a threaded assembly, it rapidly “cures” or hardens to form a tough cross-linked plastic with tenacious adhesion to many metals. Though anaerobic applications differ widely, in most cases the adhesive provides high shear strength. • When used to lock threaded assemblies together, anaerobic adhesives prevent loosening and corrosion of the fastener, maintain proper clamping force, and offer controlled torque for removal of the

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assembly. • For rigid cylindrical assemblies, such as joining a bearing onto a shaft, anaerobic adhesives known as retaining compounds enable manufacturers to bond parts that once could only be assembled using press fits or shrink fits. • Anaerobic gasketing materials are widely used as formed-in-place gaskets that produce leak-proof seals between mating flanges, preventing leakage of moisture, gasses, fluids, or contaminants. Anaerobic adhesives fixture in minutes at room temperature and fully cure within 24 hours. Full cure of anaerobic adhesives may be achieved more rapidly using short-term exposure to heat (e.g. 30 minutes at 120 C). In assemblies where a liquid primer or activator is required to accelerate cure, the primer is applied to one or both fastener surfaces before the adhesive is applied. No mixing of components is required. As an anaerobic adhesive cures in a threadlocking application, it forms polymer chains that find their way

A typical nut and bolt assembly has as little as 15 per cent metal-tometal contact. Just a few drops of liquid threadlocker fills the remaining air voids between the thread roots and then cures to a thermoset plastic which provides a 100 per cent unitised assembly until the user wants it to come apart. These adhesives offer high torque strength, good temperature resistance, rapid cure, easy dispensing, and good vibration resistance. Threadlockers are available in low, medium, and high strength formulations. Most threadlockers are colour coded for strength, with purple and blue representing low and medium strength grades, and green and red representing high strength grades. However, no threadlockers are permanent; the low and medium strength grades can be disassembled with common hand tools at room temperature, and the high strength threadlockers can be removed following direct exposure to 450 F temperatures. The strength and viscosity of the adhesive needed for an application are directly related to the size of the fastener used. Low strength threadlockers are used on screws up to ¼-inch in diameter. Medium strength materials are for fasteners up to ¾ inch in diameter. High strength threadlockers are best used on 44

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fasteners up to one inch in diameter found in permanent assembly applications. Low viscosity penetrating threadlocking formulations are also available that easily wick into pre-assembled fasteners up to ½ inch in diameter.

threadlocker to escape as the bolt is torqued down, resulting in insufficient amount of threadlocker and possible assembly failure.

In applying threadlocking adhesives, the adhesive must wet the total length of the thread engagement area. Proper wetting is dependent on the size of the thread, the viscosity of the adhesive and the geometry of the parts. If the parts are large, then wetting both faces provides the necessary reliability for adequate adhesive application.

The greatest challenges faced with traditional anaerobic adhesives have been: • Promoting cure on a wide range of metallic and non-metallic substrates that may be contaminated with grease or oil • Long-term exposure to elevated temperatures greater than 300 F • Long-term exposure to high levels of mechanical stress.

For through-hole nut and bolt assemblies, threadlocker should be applied only where the nut and bolt will meet when the assembly is fully tightened, as only adhesive between the threads will cure (Figure 2). For blind hole assemblies such as cap screws, threadlockers should be applied to both the bolt and into the bottom of the hole (Figure 3). If adhesive is applied only to the bolt, air pressure will force the liquid

New surface insensitive threadlocking formulations have been developed to be forgiving of oily and contaminated surfaces, curing in spite of residues that would inhibit cure of traditional threadlocking adhesives. In addition, these threadlockers are also designed to cure more easily on passive or inactive substrates such as plated or annodised surfaces, reducing applications where primers are needed.

While traditional threadlocking adhesives can withstand only limited temperatures (–65 F to +300 F), new anaerobic adhesives that incorporate innovative chemical technology have been formulated to maintain their integrity at temperatures up to 400 F. These products are ideal for applications that endure extreme thermal cycling such as automotive and aerospace assemblies. New toughened formulations have also been developed to provide better overall performance under extreme thermal and mechanical stress. Because these materials are tougher than traditional anaerobics, they are less impact sensitive and can withstand prolonged exposure to intense vibration, rotational, shear and tensile forces. Henkel pioneered anaerobic adhesives in the 1950’s and is one of the global leaders in adhesives, sealants and surface treatment solutions. n For more information, mail to marketing. ag@henkel.com or contact at www. henkel.in/enquiry

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Trimble to set up first educational centre of excellence in India Appoints Chennai Institute of Technology as the first educational centre of excellence

Trimble in India would also conduct training sessions at CIT to enable faculty members and students to explore Trimble’s DBO technology. Additionally, refresher seminars would keep them regularly updated on newer advancements.

Together with CIT, we’re ensuring that the best professional education is offered to students keen on joining the industry. Nirmalya Chatterjee, Executive Director and COO, Trimble Buildings SAARC

rimble has appointed Chennai Institute of Technology (CIT) as the first educational centre of excellence in India for the company’s Trimble Buildings business segment. “The main objective of this initiative is to educate technology students and ensure that the future engineers are well equipped with technology skills valued by the growing number Indian industry employers,” the company said.

Rajan Aiyer, Country Manager, Trimble SAARC said, “Trimble endeavours to apply state-of-the-art technology solutions involving positioning, communications, sensing and analytics to the work processes of traditional industries like agriculture, engineering and construction, field solutions, and transportation and logistics to transform the way they work. Our newly launched Trimble Buildings India entity will facilitate the use of such innovative solutions in vertical construction markets in India.” P Sriram, Chairman, Chennai Institute of Technology said, “With the growing demand for infrastructure, there is a need to adopt new technologies such as BIM which will not only minimise the errors but will also help in enhancing better productivity, thus creating huge demand for BIM professionals.” n

The Chennai Institute of Technology’s curriculum would include a special certification course on Trimble’s portfolio of Design Build Operate (DBO) technologies. In this course, students will learn about Trimble Buildings’ construction solutions, including the advanced Tekla Structures and Tekla BIMsight software applications. “The course is intended to make the students industry-ready with skills in Building Information Modelling (BIM) skills. Moreover this approach is geared toward boosting the adoption of BIM within Indian construction industry,” the company adds. Nirmalya Chatterjee, Executive Director and COO, Trimble Buildings SAARC said, “We believe in educating the next generation with the latest technologies, and this partnership will not only benefit the students but also provide the industry with a larger talent pool. Together with CIT, we’re ensuring that the best professional education is offered to students keen on joining the industry. This new Centre for Excellence allows enables technology experts to upgrade their skills, which will benefit the industry in the future.” Trimble would assist CIT to set up a technology lab in the college, which will allow students to learn construction software solutions such as Tekla Structures for structural and civil engineering, SketchUp for architecture and Vico Office for project time and cost estimation. July 2015

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Porta cabins: critical for developing infrastructure P

orta cabins are very supportive to implement structural needs of construction of buildings or roads. Tinny Craft is a fast developing company and has made factories, dispensaries, townships, shelters, resorts, accommodation for officers and labours, college, schools of all budgets with various available materials in CFB (Cement Fibre Board), PUF, thermocole, sandwiched panels, wooden and PVC. One can make any utility building i.e. bus stands, railway stations, hospitals, universities, site offices, toilets etc. Tinny Craft is working for NTPC toilet project in Bihar at war footing. It is working to make toilets available for school children. The seats are made of stainless steel to give highly protected germs free seat to the children, very neat and clean as well as hygienic and more over quickly washable.

Why porta cabins The country needs accommodation for economically weaker section and more over every human being needs night shelter, the PSU, state government, central government and all those industrial magnets should come forward and provide schools, dispensaries, shelters etc in a very large scale so that masses should feel safe and work in national growth.

Then agriculture field to store produce, to keep an eye on farm lands and for safety of tube wells, horticulture activities green fields etc. Schools which are not having constructed room or which are under tents may use it as classroom. During games, sports events of national or international level, it is the best alternative. n Authored by_

Tinny Craft 2474, Nalwa Street, Pahar Ganj, New Delhi - 55 Tele: +91-11-2358-0138/7057, +91-11-6519-6520 Email: info@tinnycraftporta.com, tinnycraft@gmail.com www.tinnycraftporta.com

Tinny Craft to supply 500 prefab toilets to Bihar schools

Porta cabins are fully fit for marketing hubs, exhibitions layouts, watch towers, security checks, frisking cabins and many. The basic idea of porta cabins is to provide immediate living place, work place, so that without wasting a single man day. Company can start their portfolio with their highly skilled, semi-skilled labours to work in this field or at the site immediately. The porta cabins are most ideal for congested place. Metro rails have been using containers and porta cabins in very narrow lanes of Delhi wall city and it was used at the maximum point which helped a lot to DMRC in meeting time targets of developers, fabricators and contractors of civil and others.

Contribution Tinny Craft is working for number of leading builders, developers, hydro power projects, army (Indian and Bhutan), road setters, resorts, hotels, universities for single and double storey projects. No doubt it is time saving alternative to conventional style of buildings accommodation. It may not be out of way to say, if local bodies, i.e. municipal corporations, will use for toilets, shelters for poor during winter, police for guarding, vigilance activities patrolling etc. water bodies (Jal Board) for safe drinking water for people, railway for level crossings (where no guarding arrangement), army for their various locations where one can’t build with bricks.

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Tinny Craft, a Delhi-based manufacturer of portable cabins, has received an order from NTPC to supply 500 units of prefabricated toilets. In an aim to generate cleanliness with hygienic value, the toilets are planned to be installed in various schools across Bihar. The units are made of PUF walls whereas the toilet seats and floors are made of stainless steel. “Tinny Craft is making and installing these toilets on war footing and quite confident of installing all units within 45 days,” the company said issuing a statement.

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Victory Container Depot

ictory Container builds and designs ideal portable cabin whether it is an office cabin, conference room, bunk house, pub, accommodation cabin for sight engineers, store with rack, portable worker bathroom or toilet, kitchen, pantry, security cabin, weight bridge cabin, tool room, generator room, paint work shop, regulated oven for painting and many more to meet customers’ requirement. Victory Container can provide portable cabins for any other application, in any size and material, dimensions, application and features. It also undertakes fabrication as per customers’ drawing and design. Victory Container’s portable cabins are ideal alternatives to conventional homes and office. They have been widely used in plant and on site office, accommodation unit, stores, broadcasting control room, site clinic and holiday cabin at farm house. Its executive cabins are designed and built to accommodate the need of single executive and those with small families for comfortable affordable accommodation. It is also suitable for use as holiday retreat or homes. These cabins are indeed having unique designed and interior finishing. Attractive furniture and fitting for bedroom, toilet, kitchen, and dining hall can be provided at request. The cabins are fully air condition and equipped with energy saving light system. Victory Container’s portable cabins are versatile, durable, attractively designed and furnished and worthwhile investment with the initiatives of enchanting customer satisfaction.

Prefabricated office Victory Container manufactures prefabricated offices (25 X 20 ft) that are compact in size, easy to transport, superior

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in durability and provide a comfortable space. These prefabricated offices are made of quality material ensure long life of prefabricated cabins and rooms. According to the company, its prefabricated offices have zero maintenance costs and can be readily installed with ease. Moreover, these are portable and can be removed from one place so as to be erected at another place. These are offered in different modules and customisation designs so as to suit the versatile needs of the client.

Bunk house Victory Container is a bunk house manufacturer and supplier. Its bunk houses are available in different modules for versatile needs. They do not require heavy lifting equipment for transportation and can be shifted with hydras. Lighting, airconditioning, furniture, bath fittings and other attachments can be easily attached if needed. In addition, inter-connected rooms can also be created by joining two or more cabins. Moreover, tailor-made factories or shop floor cabins can be installed. Portable security cabin Victory Container has over 10 years experience in manufacturing and supplying portable security cabins. Besides supplying quality portable security cabins at competitive prices, the company also provides a complete range of services to manage project from conception and design right through to hand over. It offers a range of portable security cabins which serve as makeshift security booths at important installations. n For more details, contact on +91-22-25225716, 25273138, 25273139 or call Rajan Das on +91-9223903094. Visit www.victorydepot.biz

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DURASHINE emerged as Asia’s Most Promising Brand by World Consulting and Research Corporation. The process is evaluated and audited by KPMG in India.

Vikas Pundir, Chief, Channel Sales, Tata BlueScope Steel receiving the award

URASHINE, the flagship retail brand of Tata BlueScope Steel, has been accredited with the Asia’s Most Promising Brand Award at the “Asian Brand and Leadership Summit – 2014” held in New Delhi earlier this year. Asia’s Most Promising Brand is the first ever project on brands involving leading brands from Asian countries across 50 industry categories. The award is a result of a survey conducted

Launched in the year 2008, DURASHINE is India’s largest colour coated sheets brand today. The brand is backed by the strong parentage of Tata Steel and BlueScope Steel, Australia. DURASHINE offers a range of world-class colour coated steel roof and wall sheets, structural products and accessories specially designed for the residential, commercial and industrial segments. Speaking on the occasion Vikas Pundir, Chief, Channel Sales, Tata BlueScope Steel said, “DURASHINE has been a pioneer in this segment. Its range of products are built on strong market knowledge, continuous market research and advanced manufacturing technology that help us deliver benchmark solutions to match the local consumer requirements.”

“A large part of the success of DURASHINE has been attained due to extensive marketing activities that help develop a connect with consumers. This includes a balanced media mix of promotional activities and a robust service management system that helps retain confidence across the entire value chain,” the company said. Riten Choudhury, Managing Director, Tata BlueScope Steel added, “This prestigious award validates the success of DURASHINE and the excellence in quality of our products and services. DURASHINE is the market leader in its category and this award will aid in further strengthening the brand.” DURASHINE is marketed through a wide network of distributors and dealers with a footprint of 565 districts n across India.

Elesa+Ganter unveils hinge with brake of polyacetal (POM) which are pressed into the conical swivel range of the hinge by means of an axial set screw. The friction of the hinge can so be changed by tightening or slackening the set screw counter-locked with a long nut.

he free and easy movement of doors, flaps and other covers is not always desirable – to open or close these elements, using greater force is sometimes the better option. Elesa+Ganter has therefore fitted its GN 437 hinges with adjustable friction for this purpose. The zinc die cast GN 437 hinges come with two slim friction cones made

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The braking torque remains constant across the whole 180 degrees swivel range, preventing the inadvertent closing or opening of doors, hatches or flaps. The large friction surfaces and the low-wear polyacetal used for the friction cones interact to ensure a long service life of the element. Particular mention may be the standard connection dimensions. The new friction hinges can easily be attached, for example, with the holes

of GN 237 and replace of course the standard sizes 40, 50 and 60-mm. The attractively designed hinges also comply with RoHS. The GN 437 hinges are also suitable for applications calling for a high degree of precision. The friction cone principle ensures that the radial motion and the movement in the axis of the n hinge are free of play.

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Shot Blasting

Expert Column

Time for a change Jolly Lonappan, Managing Director, Blastline India explains why it is required to phase out ‘cheap’ blasting equipment and adopt the ‘efficient’ one instruction manual, free operator training, detailed drawings and spare parts list supported by prompt aftersales service. Machines of different sizes are available with various capacities like 300, 200, 100, 50 or 25 litres blast pots. Its machines are currently available in India, Far East and the Middle East.

brasive blast cleaning equipment available in India may be broadly classified into two major categories: • Air or dry blasting type used for open blasting applications • Airless or wheel blasting type used for blasting in controlled environments. The former type is simple, low cost equipment that is trouble free, portable and versatile. It uses compressed air as the propelling media for the blasting grit delivery. The first of its kind was made by a company called “Clemco” located in San Francisco Bay, USA. Over a period of time this basic machine evolved with modifications and innovations to its present form. Now it is being made by many manufacturers. One good thing is that the basic design is more or less the same and therefore many parts of these machines are interchangeable or compatible irrespective of the brand or make. Earlier, not many industrial coating contractors in India were conscious about quality nor there were serious manufacturers catering to this industry. Till recent times, blast machine manufactures were typically run-of-the-mill welding workshops that produced low cost blast machines

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with no concern for quality or safety standards whatsoever. Actually a good amount of science need to be applied behind design and production of these machines to ensure one strikes the right balance to achieve the best productivity, lowest machine down-time, availability of spare parts, safety features and cost effective pricing. Moreover, these need to be quality tested based on well defined specifications including ability to withstand very high pressures and ability to satisfy various other safety parameters based on international norms. Also, the end-user had to be provided with proper training, a clear instruction manual, and suitably sized machines to match his requirement and business model. The productivity and machine up-time is proportional to the quality of the equipment, abrasives used and the operator. Every penny spent on equipment should be paid back 100-fold in production by a reliable machine. Blastline India, in collaboration with Blastline of UK, manufactures such high quality blast machines in India. Blastline India’s manufacturing process meets international standards and its machines come with a pressure test certificate,

Growth drivers The major growth driver of this industry is population. The people are the market. Where there are more people there will be more opportunities. The large population in India coupled with the developing stage of the country makes it a gold mine for the manufactures. The other growth drivers are India’s vast coastal areas and the heavy monsoon rains that appear every year without fail. The saline and moist environment is an ideal catalyst for very high corrosion rates. The most efficient method to protect steel from corrosion is by coating. All coatings need surface preparation and hence the blast machines for surface cleaning and profiling is a necessity that should be in high demand. Further, the “Make in India” campaign should attract many new entrepreneurs into this field. Demand-supply scenario At present, 60 per cent of machines in the market are supplied by the unorganised sector where a welding work shop becomes a manufacturer who is least bothered about quality or safety standards. But, such products should get phased out as competitively priced machines start rolling out to every contractor, who hopefully will realise the effect of good equipment and its productivity on his bottom-lines in terms of blasting efficiency, down-time and safety. n Authored by__ Jolly Lonappan, Managing Director, Blastline India Pvt. Ltd.

Case Study

Shot Blasting

Shot peening made easy at Mitsubishi Steel analyse the machine set-up, identify the root causes of the problems with the machine, and find a solution.

on-stop production was taking its toll on the shot peening equipment at MSSC, a Mitsubishi Steel division, in Chatham, Ontario. Used exclusively to shot peen stabiliser bars for the automotive industry, the machine was experiencing a number of issues including high levels of vibration, wear on the housing and major wear and tear to the impellers inside the blast wheels. Working at full capacity - in three-shift operation, seven days a week also resulted in the need to replace blast wheel motors at a rate of 20 per year. The MSSC maintenance team called in experts from Wheelabrator Plus to

Joe Decarvalho, Wheelabrator Plus, Technical Sales Representative said, “A myriad of factors can cause operational issues of shot blast equipment and with today’s production pressures there often is little time to fix things. In the case of MSSC, however, finding the source of the problem was easy. Their operations had simply outgrown the equipment installed, in particular the blast wheels. The solution, therefore, was equally simple. Blast wheels were needed that wouldn’t be stretched by everyday requirements and tough enough to perform happily in a busy and pressured production environment at MSSC.” Collectively working with Kevin Daly, maintenance supervisor at MSSC, to find the best longevity solution, the decision was made to upgrade to 40 HP EZEFIT blast wheels to improve longevity and

permit flexibility to allow for wheel amp adjustments based on customer needs, while still meeting the demands of a high paced operation.

The result Motors on the four new EZEFIT wheels no longer have to run at full capacity, ensuring the blast wheels operate reliably and efficiently – and for longer. All four wheels were fitted with hardened impellers to withstand the pressure of the special abrasive used by MSSC for the application, drastically reducing wear and downtime. Kevin Daly said, “The wheels are now running smoothly without being forced, because we are running the 40 HP motors. The problems we were experiencing with vibration and wear and tear to the impeller were eliminated immediately with the EZEFIT wheels, and we have only had to replace one motor in the last 12 months.” n

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Image: Fairmate

5 benefits of epoxy coatings This article highlights some of the major advantages of using concrete epoxy floor coatings and solutions

loors are an integral part of our day-today life which enhances productivity and safety. Concrete surfaces of floor are porous, hence vulnerable to water, abrasion and chemicals. An epoxy floor coating is made up of two parts: a resin and a hardener. When mixed together, these two components form a rigid, plastic-like substance and create a layer of protection when applied on concrete surface. Epoxy floor coating enhances aesthetics, hardens the surface and increases the durability of floor. The most important application for epoxies is flooring. They play a major role in meeting the standards required for high quality flooring. Especially in public buildings like hospitals or food processing plants, where hygienic floors are of the utmost importance epoxy coating can lengthen the life of the floor and achieve a great appearance. Epoxy flooring can be applied over

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different materials including steel, concrete and wood. However, Hasan Rizvi, Vice President of STP Limited believes concrete is the best surface for laying epoxy floors. Here we dive into some of the major advantages of using concrete epoxy floor coatings and solutions: • Aesthetic appeal: Concrete epoxy floor coatings are beautiful and available in an array of colours and patterns to fit specific requirement. • Durable: Epoxy floor coatings are recognised as a tough and durable finish. Concrete floors coated with epoxy last longer and resist considerable wear. The coatings are also resistant to water and detergents therefore offer longer life. • Safe: Epoxy coatings are anti-skid therefore offer greater safety. They are also resistant to temperature and degradation caused by moisture, acids, impact etc.

• Versatile: Concrete epoxy floor coatings are versatile and found applications for residential areas, commercial spaces, workshops and industrial environments. • Low maintenance cost: A floor coated with epoxy coating will have no porous hence low retention of dust and dirt. It gives ease of cleaning hence maintenance cost is lower. Epoxy floor coatings are widely accepted in industries such as automobile industries, pharmaceutical industries, power plants, nuclear power plants, moulding industries, food industries etc. “Thousands of possible combinations of epoxy resins, curing agents and aggregates are available for use in epoxy flooring systems. Each combination offers a different balance of performance properties, so it is essential that the designer prioritise performance

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requirements when selecting materials for a particular flooring application,” Amit Anand, GM Projects & Marketing, Conpro Chemicals Pvt. Ltd. said.

Some products and solutions STP’s epoxy floorings and coatings are suited for a variety of applications. STP has a range of anti-skid, anti-static, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial floorings which are formulated to withstand the movement of men and material. Monolithic or speckled, dark or light coloured, STP epoxy floorings are ideally suited for showrooms, computer rooms, hotel and restaurant kitchens, hospitals, operation theatres, sports facilities and gyms, shopping malls, cinema halls, galleries and lobbies, shop floors, auto showrooms, garages, chemical factories and laboratories etc.

Image: STP

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SL. The product has been designed to provide a hard wearing, impervious, seamless floor finish which is hygienic and easy to clean. FAIRSCREED SL is suitable for use in laboratories, pharmaceutical plants, hospitals, food preparation areas, electronics assembly factories, etc.

as a joint less, thin, self-levelling topping. MASTER FLOOR-SL quickly provides a permanent, hard wearing chemical resistant finish for floors and corridors subject to pedestrian and light wheeled traffic. It provides a smooth, hygienic and dust free floor that can be easily cleaned.

STP offers ShaliScreed SL UL – a self-levelling epoxy underlayment screed flooring material. It is a three component epoxy system with selected aggregates. It has excellent adhesion and provides good abrasion resistance on floors. It can be coated over with any epoxy coating, self-levelling system or polyurethane coating. It is suitable for pharmaceutical units, food factories, operation theatres, manufacturing units, power houses and other places where cleanliness and hygiene is required.

Commenting on the advantages of FAIRSCREED SL, Prerak Mehta, Manager - Q.C. at Fairmate said, “Fast application, hard wearing, hygienic and easy to clean, excellent chemical resistance, and very good adhesion to concrete are some of the major advantages.”

MASTER FLOOR-HD is a high performance three components epoxy resin based concrete that provides a rough looking extremely strong bedding mortar or screed mortar to industrial floors.

Construction chemicals manufacturer Fairmate offers epoxy based self-levelling screed FAIRSCREED

Perma MASTER FLOOR-SL is a three component epoxy resin based mortar for application to a variety of subfloors

Image: Fairmate

Perma Construction Aids, an ISO 9001-2008 certified company, manufactures and markets various construction chemicals of international standards. Perma offers a range of epoxy coatings for flooring applications.

Perma Floor Coat-WD is a single component liquid material available in selected colours, used for coating concrete floors in heavy duty applications. The product is based on high performance polymers specially developed for heavy traffic applications. PERMA MASTER FLOOR (HDM) is a high performance three components epoxy resin based concrete that provides a rough looking extremely strong bedding mortar or screed mortar to industrial floors. This product is also used in heavy duty repairs of dams, tunnels, spillways, bridge girders etc.

Ensure proper surface preparation Epoxy floor coating performance is directly affected by surface preparation. The integrity and the service life will be reduced significantly if the surface is improperly prepared. Mr Rizvi said, “A proper surface preparation ensures epoxy coating adhesion to the substrate and prolongs the life of the epoxy coating system.” n July 2015

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Floors for a safer, cleaner and productive workplace Chemoxy floor composition is revolutionary chemical formulation industrial heavy-duty flooring which is shock resilient, anti-skid and fire resistant Established in the year 2006, headed by N Sahani, Chemoxy is an industrial flooring contractor provides industrial floor coverings. The floorings have been prepared with specially formulated hi-tech chemicals followed by laying and casting with its skilled workmanship resulting into the floor which are long-lasting and economical in long run. Chemoxy floor composition is revolutionary chemical formulation industrial heavy-duty flooring which is shock resilient, anti-skid and fire resistant. The floor requires no wet curing.

ndustrial flooring plays a vital role in productivity, safety and housekeeping. It has gradually changed from the conventional cement flooring tiles to dust free monolithic floors.

Chemoxy flooring can be laid on any sound surface like concrete, metal and wooden floors with minimum thickness of 25 mm.

Chemoxy have found a way for a safer workplace that gives hard noncracking and clean surfaces monolithic joint-less flooring system which are far more superior and long-lasting to the conventional cement flooring or kota tiles.

Chemoxy floors are carried out with manual and power trowel finish and are available in different colours. Ideal for trolley, forklift and stacker movement in factories, warehouses, store areas and for areas where dust

free floors are required as the floor composition does not generate dust. Fast setting and curing in 24 hours allows continuity of production in running plant. The monolithic joint-less floor has a tendency to absorb mechanical vibrations (shock resilient). In addition, the floor is termite/rat proof and insect repellent. Apart from the engineering companies and warehouses, Chemoxy floors are widely used in printing and packaging companies due to its resistance to oil, grease, solvent etc. The floor does not peel off or delaminate like epoxy or PU floor coatings and has excellent load bearing propensity. The floor has negligible expansion or contraction, thus making it easy to repair. Chemoxy floors have been a success in corporate like Wipro, CEAT, Hypercity warehouses and KARAM. n

For more details, contact at chemoxy@ gmail.com

Dr. Fixit introduces Raincoat Coool

r. Fixit, the construction and the waterproofing expert from Pidilite, announced the launch of Dr. Fixit Raincoat Coool – a new product that provides waterproofing and insulation. “The coating serves as a complete solution that prevents dampness and seepage and also keeps house cool during the summers. Furthermore, it provides a superior sheen, substituting the need for exterior paint,” the company said. Dr. Fixit Raincoat Coool comes in pastel shades, enhancing the beauty of buildings, and is formulated to adapt to

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surface elongation and contraction. It is resistant to efflorescence and increases the life expectancy of a building’s exteriors. Sanjay Bahadur, Global CEO Construction Chemicals Division, Pidilite Industries said, “Modern construction is susceptible to seepage in the monsoon. Premium exterior paints have very limited capability to withstand the lashing of the rain. What is required is a high performance coating. The specially-formulated Dr. Fixit Raincoat Coool provides complete waterproofing while at the same time its heat-deflecting properties keep the house cool.” n

• Coating that offers waterproofing as well as insulation • Keeps cool in hot summers and saves electricity. Reduces temperature up to 8 degrees • Accommodates surface elongation/ contraction • Substitutes the need for exterior paint • Increases life expectancy of the exteriors

STP Limited

STP has a range of anti-skid, antistatic, anti fungal, anti-bacterial and seamless flooring which are formulated to withstand the movement of men and moving machines. Monolithic and seamless, dark or light coloured, STP epoxy flooring are created is one smooth application. Ideally Suited for: Pharmaceutical factor

Hospitals and Operation Theaters

Aircraft hanger

Chemical factories

Computer rooms

Hotel and Restaurant Kitchens

Galleries and Lobbies

Sports facilities and Gyms

Showroom, Auto Show

Shopping Malls and Shop floors

and Auto Garages

and laboratories etc.

STP Specialies In: Waterproofing & insulation Sealant & Adhesives Anti-Corrosive Coating Admixtures & Grouts Epoxy Flooring & Coating Repair Products Road Surfacing Products Other Construction Chemical

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Waterproofing

Book Review

To the successful waterproofing A guide to resolve Indian waterproofing issues

aterproofing is an important activity in the construction of a R.C.C. frame work building which is used for residential or commercial purposes. It remained neglected for long for various reasons like unavailability of quality products, information on sources of damages, actions of environment in depth, methods to control them, effects of faulty designs etc. Now the time has changed. Waterproofing is a universal problem and lot of research work is going on around the globe. New information, products and methods to use them are coming in every day. The field which was considered insignificant at one time has evoked tremendous interest. A thought at micro-level is evolving conceptual changes in the field. The products and methods of waterproofing like never before are available today and once believed impossible is now reachable at hands distance. Still the knowledge in the field is not fully disseminated and has not even reached to the professionals. Such book is a requirement of the time, but almost all of them come from foreign countries and do not become that much relevant to the Indian conditions. Lots of myths, misconceptions and wrong practices continue to prevail and these books do not provide solutions to such problems. The cost of these books is also a factor for the consideration. Hence the striking results are not seen. This fact deliberated to write a book “To the successful waterproofing”. The book is targeted mainly to the two sections of the society. One section is professionals like architects, engineers and contractors whereas the other section is the office bearers in the housing societies who are decision makers and members of the general public who are decision influencers. Information in the book in certain areas may seem absolutely of basic level, but it was inevitable to achieve the balance between the two ways of thinking. Unless the client is convinced the professional may not be in a position to execute his work in its totality however good it may appear to be. The main intention of the book is to remove some of the myths and wrong practices, to let know the concept of the waterproofing and not to be contented with old ideas but to invoke desire to know more things happening in the field. The book severely criticises the practice of “brick bat coba” method used in waterproofing. It states the said method is not a waterproofing system but does permanent damages to the structure whereby it cannot be brought back to its original status. It gives details of alternative methods which can meet the purpose and provide effective performance.

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The book discusses damaging effects of the installations of iron grills on windows and balcony openings. The unwanted load that it exerts on the structure and how it initiate its deterioration. Radiation from mobile towers and its damaging effect on human body is commonly discussed, but rarely anybody talks about damages caused by indiscriminately constructed such bodies on a structure. The book points out certain mistakes carried out in the erection process of these towers and provides suggestions to overcome the problems. The information given can be of great help to designers and planners to bring over useful changes on the drawing board itself. It will rectify many of the shortcomings in such installations and will keep the structure at distance from water leakages. Details on insurance cover available to the civil engineering industry is an important source of information for a budding contractor. His timely actions on the basis of given information will help him from many of the hardship that otherwise he may have to face. Maintenance of scaffolding, whether bamboo or steel, is one area which is taken for granted. Corrective measures taken in time can relieve a person from future troubles. Lot of such information which is otherwise difficult to get elsewhere so easily is at the disposal of reader. Many of the thoughts and ideas already exist within civil engineering fraternity in a dispersed form. The book places them in a concise and organised form, before the reader. It is forerunner of the changes for those will be entering in the industry in future. The book is hardbound with 124 black-and-white and 36 coloured printed pages with illustrations and sketches. It is also reasonably priced. Every possible hard work has undergone to bring it out in an exquisite way to make it an excellent copy to posses as a waterproofing reference book, for long. n

Contact Author

Shailesh Kudtarkar S1, Bldg. No. 417, Tagorenagar, Vikhrolie (E), Mumbai – 400083 Tele: +91-22-65340437, Mobile: +91-9820145621 E-mail: shaileshk1811@gmail.com www.xailexpublication.in

New Launch

Chemicals & Coatings

BASF launches waterproofing solutions for concrete protection

BASF’s Construction Chemicals division recently announced the launch of three new waterproofing solutions that make concrete structures more durable and resistant to weathering. Commenting on the new launch said Nilotpol Kar, Business Director of BASF Construction Chemicals in India said, “We are excited to bring in first-of-its-kind waterproofing technologies from Master Builders Solutions that can bridge the gap between faster process and quality construction and refurbishment for the South Asian market. These solutions will help our customers to meet the growing demand for a faster construction process with M20-30 grade of concrete for both new and existing concrete structures.” Newly launched MasterPel 777 is an integral solution performing multiple roles of water proofer (IS2645) and water reducer (IS 9103) for everyday concrete. The contribution of this solution to faster construction is two-fold: As a water reducer, MasterPel 777 accelerates early strength development. Since it acts as a water proofer as well, the separate step of waterproofing can be saved. Also introduced MasterEmaco SBR 2 is a bonding agent with unique dispersion technology that enhances time and energy efficiency for general repairs, bonding coats and waterproofing. This technology coats and wets the cement particle more efficiently and hence enables faster hand mixing on-site either by mechanical means or by hand. MasterEmaco SBR ECO is a bonding agent and dispersant for screeds, repairs and waterproofing slurries with low volatile organic compound and no odour, which ensures good indoor air quality. “These qualities can support our customers to address the growing market demand for environmentally friendly and safe construction,” the company said. The new solutions will be available in India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. n July 2015

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Ideal painting process for steel fabrications Selecting the most ideal painting system for structural steel fabrications and galvanised steel fabrication is a daunting task for maintenance managers and chief engineers. Pradeep Vaidya, CEO, Promtech Consultancy discusses the various aspects of anticorrosion paints products. The painting process is recommended for which types of steel fabrications and the industries sector? Recommend for painting and repainting of MS and GI structures, fabrications, PEBs, metal buildings, off-shore platforms construction, All rusted and nonâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;rusted steel fabrications, solar power plants, HVAC plants, ready-mix plants, factory trusses, support structures, tank farms, chimneys, steam, water, chemicals and petro-solvents pipe-lines, columns, I-beams, bridges, dams, transmission towers, telecom towers, EOT cranes, formworks, and scaffoldings AC ducts etc. Which are the products that can be selected? What are the basic chemical anti-rust properties such products must have? The products selected must be safe for workmen, low fuming, non-toxic and readily available. These products must have minimum 12 moths of shelf life and the metal cleaners shall be water based (non flammable). Premium grade anti-corrosion products will prove quite useful. These products must offer excellent corrosion protection to mild steel fabrications from atmospheric rusting, oxidation and surface chipping corrosion. These chemicals and the paint coatings must have excellent adhesion to the metal or substrate as per recommended Indian standard specifications. What will be the life of the paint system? What will be the repainting period? The effective rust free life of the recommended painting system will be governed by atmospheric moisture,

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chemical fumes, saline air, temperature and overall weather conditions of the plant location. It will generally be considered as 2-3 years.

What is the process sequence to be followed? The exact sequence to be followed is: pre-cleaning, de-rusting (surface rust removal) and painting. Pre-cleaning: Complete removal of oil and grease, surface rust must be ensured. This can be carried by chemical cleaning, solvent cleaning, sand blasting, sand papering, grinding, mechanical cleaning or any other means. Corrosion, rusting, oxidation of mild steel is a sub surface phenomenon. Hence total pre-cleaning becomes an important to achieve optimum final results. Shot blasting, sand blasting and grit blasting are the best methods for surface cleaning. De-rusting: The chemical derusting is easily accomplished using RUSTOGEL 1406. It is a user-friendly and easily washable with water. Painting: ZINKOTE 20 GP is manufactured using 99 per cent pure zinc dust rich paint whereas ZINKOTE 20 Premium is manufactured using 99 per cent pure zinc flakes rich paint for corrosion resistance. Both these products conform to ASTM A 780.

Is zinc rich paint for cold galvanising available in aerosol spray format? Yes. Zinc rich paint is also offered as zinc metal spray (light grey finish) and zinc bright spray (silver bright finish) in 500-ml self-spray aerosol cans.

What are the advantages of using aerosol sprays? Zinc metal spray (light grey finish) and zinc bright spray (silver bright finish) are offered in 500-ml self-spray aerosol cans are convenient for on-site use, offer very uniform zinc coating film. The aerosol cans are extremely user friendly for using at work sites and at greater heights. What are the colour availability options in zinc rich paints? For an additional cost, Promtech offers zinc rich paints in white, yellow, blue, light green and orange colour shades. This meets the required brand colour shades for specific brand equipment manufactures like RMPs, earthmoving machinery, cranes, EOT cranes, transport vehicles, chemical and petrochemicals pipe lines, steam pipe lines, silos, tank farms and chimneys. Are any special products recommended for heat exchange equipment and chimneys? Promtech offers 600â&#x20AC;&#x201C;degree CHR aluminium paint which is ideal heat resistant paints for chimneys, solar panels, chemical and steam pipelines, heat exchange equipment, and all such fabrications or structures which are operating under extreme temperature conditions. HR aluminium paint is available in silver and black colours.

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Pradeep Vaidya, CEO, Promtech Consultancy Mobile: 91-9820181738 puvpromtech@gmail.com Sonoia Vaidya +91-9819813015 soniavaidya30@gmail.com

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Polymer Bonding Agent and Plastering Aid MC-BondAid Plast offers excellent bonding between old and new concrete or plasters saving aid. MC-BondAid Plast is more economical than epoxy. It can be used as a bonding coat before guniting,” the manufacturer said. As a bond coat bore commencement of repairs and for bonding of new plaster to old concrete.

C-BondAid Plast, manufactured by MC-Bauchemie (India) Pvt. Ltd., is a polymer-bonding agent for excellent bonding between old and new concrete or plaster. When using MC-BondAid Plast no hacking is required before plaster application. It gives excellent interfacial bonding between old and new concrete masonry and subsequent layer of plasters. It is non-toxic and can be used for structures in contact with potable water. “MC-BondAid Plast is easy in application and makes it a labour

Properties of MC-Bondaid Plast • No hacking is required before plaster application • Excellent interfacial bonding between old and new concrete • Excellent bonding between masonry and subsequent layer of plasters • Non-toxic can be used with potable water • More economical than epoxy • Increases bonding and tensile strengths • Lowers the permeability and chloride ingress. MC-BondAid Plast gives excellent bonding characteristics on account of its inherent polymerisation. MC-BondAid Plast is a non-ionic polymer liquid, which when applied on concrete or masonry, develops a polymer bonding membrane which exhibits excellent bonding properties and secures a permanent bonding of new concrete or plaster.

How to apply MC-BondAid Plast is supplied in ready to use form and no further dilution with water is recommended at site. Before application of MC-BondAid Plast wash the surface and allow it to dry. After drying the surface apply MC-BondAid Plast with the help of a brush or spray. The application of MC-BondAid Plast should be one coat. Care should be taken that no area remains without application of MCBondAid Plast. The application of fresh concrete or plaster over MC-Bond Aid Plast applied surface should be wet. Waiting period is approximately 60 to 90 minutes. The approximate consumption of MC-BondAid Plast is 8 to 10 sq.m. per kg on fairly nonn absorbent surfaces.

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Acc ecocrete provides sustainable durability decided to break through the mould and introduce its customers, to its new brand of concrete which will not only bolster a structure but make it more durable.

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ACC Concrete has developed a new concrete which has a sustainable foundation and is environment friendly, called the Ecocrete. ACC being a socially responsible company has come up with this product in order to protect the ecosystem. Ecocrete is an eco-friendly product of ACC, it replaces the use of Portland

Cement (OPC) to a higher extent with cement materials without replacing any other important properties. But it has a higher durability compared to OPC against external weathering loses. It is very helpful to marine and coastal structures, dairy, fishing and meat industry structures. It is also used in industrial buildings and floors, cornice constructions, water and sewage treatments works, embankments, backfills, hydraulic fills, subgrade stabilization, pavement base, landfill covers, grouting and soil amendments. n

Water

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Environ Aerators with guaranteed performance

Environ aerators can reduce minimum 20 per cent to maximum 70 per cent of energy in any existing aeration system having the water depth of up to 6 metres.

J.C. Thakore, Managing Director, Environ Engineering Company In house oxygen transfer testing facility for aerators up to 150 hp ratings.

hile evaluating aeration systems, a total performance and cost of operation analysis is critical. The components of this analysis should include an evaluation of the initial capital cost of system installation, all operating and energy costs, and projected maintenance costs. Also an analysis of how well the systems perform the four basic functions required of all aerators should be included: • Provide sufficient oxygen transfer to promote biological treatment. • Provide sufficient mixing to ensure homogeneity of mixed liquor suspended solids and to prevent solids settling. • Respond to varying process conditions to maximise energy efficiency. • Provide reliable service, without costly maintenance and downtime, and without reduction in oxygen transfer capability. In any biological aeration system, apart from oxygen transfer, mixing

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criteria is equally important and it is a must. In an aeration system having any type of effluent the outlet results cannot be achieved, if the mixing efficiency is missing, which many manufacturers and consultants fail to consider. Aeration systems, offered by Vadodara-based Environ Engineering Company, are precisely designed to deal with these shortcomings. Environ Engineering Company, having R&D since its inception, is continuously working to increase the oxygen transfer rate along with high mixing efficiency of mechanical aerators. It has developed an energy efficient aerator which can offer the results of up to 6 metres water depth with minimum energy consumption.

Unique features J.C. Thakore, Managing Director, Environ Engineering Company explained the unique features of Environ Aerators as follows:

• Fabricated and machined base frame for 5 HP to 15 HP and for 20 HP and above ratings heavy ISMB beam base is provided so vibrations are reduced. The base is machined on the top surface on heavy-duty lathe so the life of the gearbox is increased. • Cantilevered load reaction is passed through additional bearings and housing to bottom of the beam base and to RCC platform. So, gear is not at all affected by overhung load. Hence, life of the gearbox is increased. • Additional bearing support is provided to the aerator shaft so the unbalanced cantilevered loads are not passed to the output shaft of the gearbox. Those loads are taken by two extra bearings provided with housing. Thus the life of the gearbox is increased. Also the maintenance of the gearbox is also very easy. One needs to loose the four bolts of

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gearbox and six bolts of coupling to take out the gearbox. • Amply designed MS fully machined solid shaft to take care of heavy cantilevered, unbalanced and torsion loads, supported on two heavy-duty antifriction bearings housed in heavyduty cast iron bearing housing. Since, shaft is fully machined, no possibility of voubling of shaft concentric running of impeller is ensured. Also tubular shaft in aerators with helical gears are provided. • Impeller is designed as single shrouded pump impeller to achieve maximum oxygen transfer and mixing efficiency. Being a semiopen type impeller, it has got very valuable features of self cleaning. Hence practically zero maintenance is required for the impeller. Secondly, the impeller is machined at centre for its concentric running. Secondly, due to conical impeller and solid MS shaft, CG lies nearer to centre, so less impact loading.

• New generation of Environ energy efficient aerators having the unique feature of additional impeller at the bottom for efficient mixing at the floor level of aeration tank having tank water depth up to 6 metres. Due to which the oxygen transfer efficiency of the impeller is increased and hence with lesser HP more oxygen transfer is achieved. Secondly, less area is required due to water depth of 6 metres. Civil construction cost and the space required will be less hence economical. It avoids settlement of sludge at the floor level up to 6 metres water depth. • The life of this aerator is about 12 – 15 years. Environ Engineering guarantees life-long no variation of results in all the four corners of the aeration system due to efficient mixing. Also, maintenance is almost nil in this aerator.

How the aerator works Mr Thakore detailed the working of

Environ Energy Efficient Aerator as follows: • The top impeller has very high oxygen transfer capacity and the bottom impeller is provided for rigorous mixing. • With the provision of an additional impeller, vortex is created at the bottom which breaks the pressure of the effluent and do not allow the sludge to settle at the bottom floor level of the aeration tank. • Due to rigorous and thorough mixing, the solubility of oxygen is more. So, oxygen transfer efficiency is increased with less energy consumption.

Guaranteed performance “Environ aerators can reduce minimum 20 per cent to maximum 70 per cent of energy in any existing aeration system having the water depth of up to 6 metres,” informed Mr Thakore. n

Hard water scale prevention with SCALETRON

CALETRON prevents the formation of hard water scale by a combination of pressure changes, turbulence and galvanic action which cause the dissolved scaling salts to be precipitated as fine colloidal particles which pass through the system without depositing as scale. SCALETRON can be fitted in the existing pipe line after the booster pump and before the overhead tank to prevent lime scale choking in washing machines, geysers, shower heads, bathroom fittings, kettles pipe lines etc. SCALETRON has no moving parts, requires no maintenance and has no electrical circuits. It provides the safe and economical water treatment service for scale prevention. As the system has

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no recurring costs the equipment pays for itself in a very short time. SCALETRON is being manufactured in India under technical collaboration with Fluid Dynamics International Ltd., U.K., one of the world leaders in non-chemical water treatment equipment for hard water scale prevention. n

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Suraj: creating value in global market

uraj Limited, an ISO:9001, 14000, BS OHS 18001 certified company, is one of the leading manufacturers and exporters of stainless steel seamless pipes, tubes and ‘U’ tubes in various sizes, specifications and grades as per customers’ requirement. Suraj has strong presence in global market and serving more than 70 countries.

Profile • Materials: All austenitic, ferritic, duplex and super duplex stainless steel • Specification: As per ASTM, ASME, EN, NFA, JIS standard • Size range: 6 mm OD – 323.9 mm OD • Thickness: 0.8 mm – 25 mm • Pipe length: Up to 12 metres long • Tube length: Up to 30 metres long • Specialisation: Heat exchangers, heating elements, surface condensers, evaporators, digesters, instrumentation tubing and fluid piping • Application: Refinery, petrochemical, food, pharmaceuticals, fertiliser, oil and gas, breweries, sugar, shipbuilding etc. Suraj holds various certificates for quality in accordance with AD2000 MERKBLATT W0 and Pressure Equipment Directives (PED) 97/23/EC from TUV NORD. The company supplies the above products under all national and international third party inspection authorities. Suraj also has its own testing laboratories to undertake various tests such as hydro, eddy current, PMI, IGC, UT, RT, spectro analysis, mechanical properties etc. as per customers and specification requirements. n

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Suraj Limited, Suraj House, Opp. Usmanpura Garden, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 014, Gujarat Tele: +91-79-27540720, 21 Fax: +91-79-27540722 Email: suraj@surajgroup.com www.surajgroup.com

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High CALIBER industrial valves Product applications CALIBER offers its customers an array of valves for varying applications – steam, water, oil, compressed air, hazardous chemicals, acids and alkalis.

aliber Valves Private Limited is a company which has made giant strides in its relatively short 12 years history. Today, the company is rolling out an extensive range of high quality industrial valves from its very large manufacturing unit about 120 kms away from Chennai. This production base ISO 9001:2008 and 14001:2004 certified and IBR approved.

Product range CALIBER product range includes conventional valves like globe, gate, check, ball valves but the company specialises in critical valves such as control valves, safety relief valves, non slam valves, automated valves with electrical or pneumatic actuators, and cryogenic valves. The materials of construction are sourced from top notch vendors, highly experienced and known for their own quality and promptness in delivery. Such a collection of skills from design to despatch had given immense confidence to the company to offer its services to several large users in

varying segments of industry to meet their needs of special custom designed and manufactured products such as jacketed valves, multiport valves, fire safe valves, trunnion mounted ball valves.

Quality assurance “In CALIBER, there is no compromise in quality – starting from incoming materials stretching up to finished product despatch. Maintenance of clear records results in traceability of all materials and processes, in the unlikely event of any customer complaint, which is afforded the highest degree of importance,” the company claims. Caliber future “The CALIBER is now poised for a monumental growth, riding on customer confidence and its unflinching faith in customer service,” it said. n

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Industry Update

Water

AIVA announces Bhagirath Award The chief guest, Anand Nirgude, a High court judge and a renowned wildlife photographer expressed that the Water Act in India is very effective if implemented properly. Jeet Singh, a Chief Conservator of Forest Pune and Raju Dhariya of Vanarai Project shared their thoughts about people’s participation in water conservation. One of the award winners, Kamlakar Urade, a 32-year Tribal youth from Talasari, district Palghar who has developed a pump made up of waste material like cycle rings, drums, cardboards, hand pump cylinders and locally available wood which runs without electricity; now popular as Kamlakar Urade pump. Today this pump delivers 500-litre water to half a kilometer at the height of 30 metres.

une-based AIVA Engineering Pvt. Ltd., a manufacturer of innovative products in water market, recently felicitated a few individuals who have worked in the field of water purification, conservation and distribution. This year AIVA organised it’s first “AIVA Bhagirath Award Ceremony” with the support from Maitri Pariwar, one of the most renowned NGO in Pune and Nagpur. This year two awards were declared: one for innovative technologies to Kamlakar Urade for his energy less water pump and another for social cause to Madhukar Pol for his great contribution in the concept of river link project.

Another award winner is a well-known water engineer Madhukar Pol. He is one of those 10 engineers whose recommendations were taken into consideration in 1965 by the office of Prime Minister about the river link scheme. He has a great contribution in building of big dams like Jayakwadi. AIVA stands for “Aquatech Innovation for Value Addition”. Anant Nampurkar, CMD of the company feels that in the efforts of conserving precious resource like water his company should have some contribution. The main objective of AIVA is Innovation and conservation. “AIVA has brought a line of innovative products in water distribution and is committed to bring more and more of them,” he said. n

Movitec pumps in complete stainless steel construction

SB Pumps has further enhanced range of materials for its existing range of pump series – Movitec B.

chemical applications, and HVAC systems. Pumps are available in 2, 4, 6, 10, 15 sizes. The company can provide pumps even in higher sizes.

Multistage, vertical in-line high pressure pumps, Movitec B are now available in complete stainless steel materials in addition to the existing version of cast iron (VCF). These versions will be known as VF and VSF having stainless steel 304 and stainless steel 316 grades respectively.

The Movitec pumps can generate a flow up to 22 cubic metres per hour with the head up to 250 metres. They can handle liquid having temperature between -20 and +140 C with a pressure of 25 bar.

Movitec pumps are capable of handling variety of applications like RO plants, irrigation systems, pressure boosting, washing plants,

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The pumps are backed by KSB Pumps’s wide industrial dealers, sales and authorised service centre network available across India. For more details, visit www.ksbindia.co.in

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

alpdeep Machinery Deepweld Agencies (KMDA) is a fast growing organisation in industrial engineering products, which offers a variety of products for industrial engineering needs. It was founded in 1995 with the vision of becoming one of the leading technical distributors of industrial products. The distributorship was promoted by a team of young professionals having vast experience in the field. KMDA is committed to be a strategic partner with client organisation in building businesses by maximising the value of human capital. It analyses the business requirements of clients and delivers solutions to ensure customer satisfaction.

KMDA is one of the leading privately held distributors of welding consumables and equipment, abrasive products, total cutting tools, transmission products, industrial safety products and electric power tools. Its supply network consisting of manufacturers, distributors, resellers, valueadded service providers. Coupled with a knowledgeable and experienced sales forces, KMDA offers its customers the competitive edge required in today’s industrial environment.

Mission The company assures to constantly strive towards growth of an organisation and an individual by creating better ways of supporting business through an understanding of business as well as functional specific expertise. “KMDA’s long-term strategies and short-term actions will be moulded by a set of core values that are shared by each and every associate,” it said. n For more details, visit www.kalpdeep.com

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Perfection in mobile TIG welding TIG functions such as the touchdown ignition and TIG Comfort Stop (TCS). However, the AccuPocket TIG also offers additional, powerful TIG functions such as a two and four-step switchover, which facilitate the welding of thin sheets in particular.

ronius has expanded its range of battery-operated welding solutions to include a variant for TIG welding. Weighing 10.9 kg, the AccuPocket 150/400 TIG is just as handy as the device already available for MMA welding, which has impressed with its

The TIG pulse function of the new AccuPocket is of central importance to TIG welders, as this ensures reduced heat input, improved gap-bridging ability and a better weld seam appearance. This can also be used to achieve a weave pattern in the weld seam typical of TIG welding, in which the two components are to be joined without the use of filler metal (autogenous). With the TAC function, the customer can quickly and safely join the base material at the start of welding as well as during setting out and tacking. In addition, the AccuPocket TIG has an integrated gas solenoid valve, which guarantees an optimum gas shield in

the start and stop phase. Particular attention has also been paid to the newly developed welding torch for this mobile TIG welding innovation. It has a TIG Multi Connector and a built-in UpDown switch that reduces the main current during the welding process. This regulates the heat input and considerably reduces the risk of burnthrough.

About Fronius International GmbH Fronius International GmbH is an Austrian company with headquarters in Pettenbach and other sites in Wels, Thalheim, Steinhaus and Sattledt. With 3,344 employees worldwide, the company is active in the fields of welding technology, photovoltaics and battery charging technology. Around 92 per cent of its products are exported through 20 international Fronius subsidiaries and sales partners/ representatives in over 60 countries. n For more details, visit www.fronius.com

Toshiba JSW Power launches welding training school

urthering its commitment to India, Toshiba JSW Power Systems Private Limited (TJPS), a Joint venture between Toshiba Corporation in Japan and JSW Group in India, reinforced its CSR activities in Tamil Nadu with the launch of Welding Training School.

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Established at the TJPS factory in Chennai, the Welding Training School imparted free of charge training to 30 students from neighbouring Industrial Training Institute (ITI) during the month of May and June this year in 3 separate training programs. The 12 days program included fundamental sessions such as the theory of welding and learning high-level welding skill, followed by a skill evaluation. The importance of safety, time management, compliance of manuals, and environmental awareness in manufacturing processes were also discussed. Commenting on the occasion, Yoshiaki Inayama, Managing Director of TJPS said, “We hope, with the help

of our welding skill training, the students will upgrade to high-level skilled workers to become an integral part of the manufacturing industry in Tamil Nadu and contribute to ‘Make in India’. We will continue to undertake such meaningful CSR activities in the future.” n

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