Shaligram Group X HIPL – A Modern Residential Structure in Ahmedabad

Shaligram Group X HIPL – A Modern
Residential Structure in Ahmedabad

Heritage Infraspace Pvt Limited (HIPL) is known in the infrastructure industry as the
best diaphragm wall construction service provider for deep basements in India.
As pioneers of the deep basement diaphragm walls, HIPL has worked on several
residential and commercial projects collaborating with prominent names from the real
estate industry. One such residential complex project is the Super Shaligram under
Shaligram Group in Gurgaon.
Here’s a deep-dive into the observations made, challenges faced, and solutions provided
during the construction phase of this project.

The client – Shaligram Group

Shaligram Group is an Ahmedabad-based construction company specialising in
residential and commercial property construction. Shaligram Group joined hands with
Heritage Infraspace Private Limited for this particular project since they have the

experience of building many modern high rise residential projects, while HIPL is the
pioneer in providing the best diaphragm wall construction service in the country.

Projects awarded to HIPL for Super Shaligram

The Shaligram group wanted only the top diaphragm wall construction
contractors in India to work on this project, as it is considered to be one of the
marquee projects in their portfolio. This project began in August 2022 and HIPL was
assigned to build an 18.5 metres deep diaphragm wall for the 3- basement project
named Super Shaligram. HIPL also did 2 levels of anchoring alongside the diaphragm
wall construction.

(Note: This is an ongoing project, HIPL plans to complete it by mid-November 2022)

Challenges in this project

This project was located in the Gota area of Ahmedabad, which has a lot of trees and
vegetation in and around the main streets and lanes.

During the excavation for the deep basement diaphragm wall, a few previously
built structures in and around the plot had to be broken down.

The plot of land chosen for construction was earlier used as a recreational ground where
a lot of outdoor events were held. As these events usually set up temporary tents and
stages, the top strata of the soil had become very soft.

Another major challenge was that this
project was green lit when the monsoon
season was in full swing. This is a
problem that causes concerns for all
diaphragm wall construction
contractors in India.

As the excavation for panelling began, a
water bore pipeline was discovered
inside. And it was informed that this line
cannot be removed or moved away.

There was another ongoing project
happening at the next plot and
additional care had to be taken so as to ensure no damage to their part of the plot occurs
due to the excavation.

Solutions provided by HIPL

HIPL suggested the client seek requisite
permission to clear excess vegetation in and
around the site, as it would have been a
logistical nightmare to move heavy equipment
and material with such hindrances.

As there were intermittent rains every day, the
HIPL team ensured all the excavated soil was
moved away and the site was kept clean and
dry. Because leaving muck behind will cause
hindrance to the machines and the workers in
moving around.

The engineers of HIPL added double plates beneath the base of all the heavy equipment
and machinery, to ensure their wheels, chains and gears do not sink into the soft soil
due to the weight.

Equipment and machines used for this project

HIPL had its best fleet on the ground to ensure that the work began and continued at
great pace and effectively. The machinery on the ground included the Casagrande B125 a
specialist contractor equipment to perform large diameter rotary and CFA piling for the
construction of diaphragm wall.

The Casagrande B200 was also in action, which is a hydraulic rig used in the diaphragm
wall construction. 3 cranes were used in lifting and lowering the diaphragm wall cages,
while one excavator worked in tandem to ensure all the required digging and soil
excavation was done on the go.

Important observations made by HIPL about this project

The project site was somewhat in the interior of the Gota area, away from all the
vehicular traffic and public movement. This meant the flow of work was smoother,
without many interruptions.

All the requisite permissions in regards to construction, demolishment, tree clearances,
etc were managed by the client, this meant the HIPL teams could focus on the job on
hand.

Upon clearing the first layer of soft soil, the engineers found that the soil was of good
quality on this site, and it was firm enough to build a running diaphragm wall up to 3
basements.

To know more about the projects or to collaborate with us on your upcoming projects,
get in touch with us today. Send us an email at [email protected] or call
07926840355.

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