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thyssenkrupp Industries India is one of the Leading company in Crushing & Mining Machinery. Would you like to share the success story of your company. thyssenkrupp Industries India is an engineering specialist having businesses ranging from Mining and Bulk Material Handling, Energy, Sugar, Cement Plant and Machinery and Services. Recently we celebrated 75th anniversary of establishment of thyssenkrupp Industries India. Crushing and Screening business forms a part of Mining and Bulk Material Handling Division having two state of the art manufacturing facilities at Pune and Hyderabad. We believe that our customers are at the core of our business and they are also our brand ambassadors. A satisfied customer can help us increase our business multifold and therefore we ensure that there is no compromise in the quality of our equipment and services. Having our own technology and manufacturing facilities ensures better control on quality. This combined with our experience over years in design, manufacturing, procurement, project and site management ensures that we meet the expectations of the customers and ensure customer satisfaction. Thus we are well equipped to successfully meet customers' expectations in the most satisfactory manner. thyssenkrupp Industries India's Crushing and Screening equipment ensure more productivity per kilowatt with its robust and Heavy Duty design. Our Premium quality products deliver more tonnes per minute thus ensuring more profits for our customers. Our structures are heavy duty and last very long withstanding heavy mechanical vibrations. Our customers enjoy the advantage of low cost of production as our equipment are designed to consume lesser power with more output per minute. What is your opinion about the recent trend in your business segment. Current age is the age of information. With the changing business environment and emergence of information technology, the customers are more informed than ever. This has also made the Equipment Manufacturers to constantly innovate and make their equipment more reliable and efficient. Customers are no longer looking for the cheapest option. They want reliable and feature rich equipment with best in class quality at a reasonable price. Today's customers are ready to invest in quality and premium equipment as it gives them peace of mind. Quality is a mindset which requires investment in people and processes. Reliability comes from the know-how of engineering and the implementation of it in the products. thyssenkrupp Industries India's equipment offer just the same. Our products are best in quality and reliability thereby ensuring minimal mechanical breakdowns and thus more productivity per minute. How competitive is the Indian market today for your business. Indian market has always been very lucrative for global players. In today's times, the Indian market has become very competitive in terms of constantly evolving customer's choices. The market offers something to everyone which means that now there are a lot many manufacturers to cater to customer's demands. The market is purely customer driven and is no longer a sellers' market. As I told you earlier that the customers are now tech savvy and well informed, the manufacturers are under constant positive pressure to think a step ahead of competition and offer best solutions to the customers. With the entry of many global players in the Indian market space, the competition has intensified and customers are the ultimate Best in class products... That are built to last... Mr. Prasad Dange - Business Head thyssenkrupp Industries India INDUSTRY SPEAK beneficiaries of this healthy competition. New age customers understand quality and they are very vocal about it. We at thyssenkrupp Industries India believe in “Customer First” approach. We are a customer driven organization and our business strategy revolves around our customers. At one hand, we'd like to hold on to our loyal customers by offering them the best quality services and product upgrades while on the other hand acquire new customers to increase our family size. Do you have any expansion plan in Pipeline. Indian Crushing and Screening industry is expected to grow at a growth rate of more than 8%. With the renewed thrust on infrastructure development by the Government of India, the demand for aggregates is bound to increase. The National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP) includes projects worth several Billions of dollars which are under different stages of planning and execution. Due to this there will be huge demand for aggregates and M-sand in the coming 8-10 years. This has also given us lot of confidence and we'd like to be a part of India's growth story. We have many new products in pipeline which will be ready for market in next few months. 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FROM WASTE TO ROAD want." So thinks the Marche company in Italy Eurocave, which owns several sites where they extract Serene stones and Alberese. The extracted stone is directly processed by Eurocave itself to make architectural elements and worktops. With the scraps crushed with an MB Crusher BF120.4 jaw crusher-they fix the haulage roads without having to buy crushed stone externally and they sell the extra aggregate for road subgrades. Before buying MB Crusher's bucket crusher, they would accumulate production waste in the yard and it took up a lot of space and then from time to time, they would crush it with a rented crusher. The whole operation employed most of the workers and was very highcost for the business itself. R oad maintenance in quarries, as in all remote hard-to-reach places, is often expensive, labour-intensive and time-consuming. This is because the full potential of the heavy machines already on site is often not utilized. For example, one could install an MB Crusher jaw crusher bucket to one's excavator, reduce the spoil material, and reuse it as a subgrade for haulage road maintenance or the creation of new connecting roads. Or resell it and thus have another source of revenue. The benefit then is twofold, as is the gain: Ÿ no additional cost because you reuse the overburden, so there is no need to buy more material from other suppliers. No additional means are needed because the carrier machine already present at the quarry is used and the work becomes faster so there is a huge time-saving. Ÿ An efficient internal road network means cost optimization, more productivity and savings on the maintenance of transport equipment. If the roads are smooth and hitch-free it means that the whole quarry process becomes efficient, especially the part involving the transportation of material. Which means more productivity and a lower cost per ton of material. Waste is no longer a cost "With the MB Crusher bucket crusher, we can control our waste ourselves, grind it when we want and make use of it as we quarry's own internal roads, which is also very important to ensure the safety of transport vehicles and the efficiency and speed of operations. The use of the MB Crusher excavator crusher was so profitable that they purchased a second bucket crusher, again to work inside the quarry. Nothing is forever, and even in quarries, the available assets are limited and bound to run out. That is why it is always necessary to find new ways to profitably reuse extracted materials, even those that until recently were considered waste. And, with the MB Crusher solution, all materials can become a source of immediate income The precision of production makes it possible to prepare material that was previously intended only for scrap into homogeneous lumps for reuse on-site, thus keeping the mining balance of the quarry unaffected. With MB Crusher units installed at the excavator, mining and processing waste return to the production cycle INDUSTRY UPD ATE Today with the BF120.4 bucket crusher, waste is no longer a cost or material to be handled, but becomes something useful for the business itself as well as a source of additional income. More safety in the quarry Road maintenance in a marble quarry can be extremely expensive. But not so for Nordia Energy in Greece. With their first crusher bucket BF120.4, they crushed the mining waste material and then reused it for the maintenance of the The same is true for construction sites in remote areas that are difficult to reach except at the great expense of time, cost and machinery. MB Crusher units are easily installed on the heavy machine already on site, even requiring no exceptional transportation. It is practically the carrier machine itself that becomes a crusher: so the mining or excavation spoil is processed directly on site, and there is no need to buy more or wait the long waiting time to get it. Everything is already there, ready to be used. For more Details, Visit : www.mbcrusher.com 10 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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Rann Infra Equipment rental tower cranes & Lifting Equipments T he rise in commercial and residential construction due to rapid urbanisation, is driving the demand for tower cranes. Furthermore, significant infrastructure investments by the government are propelling the demand for tower cranes for infrastructure projects like flyovers, bridges, Metros, etc. Tower cranes are being used for both RCC and Steel fabrication projects. With construction methods getting more complex and deadlines getting tighter, there is demand for rental tower cranes in India. Rental tower crane companies are prioritising fleet maintenance to ensure that tower crane models are technologically upgraded to meet project demand. Rann Infra Equipment is one of the fastest-growing equipment rental companies in India. The company's tower cranes are used across the country for building and infrastructure projects. The company's rental fleet is tested for full functionality with proper certification. Before providing rental tower cranes, Rann Infra Equipments undertakes a pre-analysis of the project requirements by considering the length of the boom, the radius of rotation and the carrying capacity required. Based on the analysis, they provide the most suitable rental tower crane for a project. Rann Infra Equipment –fleet rental tower cranes The company offers 2.5- to 10-tons tower cranes and lifting solutions. Its rental tower crane fleet comprises a wide variety of makes and models from renowned brands. The fleet models offer varying hook heights, jib lengths and capacities. They provide an extensive The company provides all-around support for the machines even after the warranty. They maintain a large number of genuine wearable parts for fast support so that customers don't suffer. The company also provides both comprehensive and non-comprehensive Annual Maintenance Contracts. Rann Infra Equipment [email protected] www.ranninfraequipment.com Mr. Raj Ranjan Moharana - Director TOWER CRANE range of different rental tower cranes, which include; Ÿ Liebherr 30 LC (Undercarriage prohibition) Ht.30m, Jib Length 30m, Capacity 2.5tons Ÿ 2 Potain MC125 (Internal and Fixed Foundation) Ht.60m, Jib length 60m, Capacity 6 tons Ÿ Potain MCi 85 (Internal and Fixed Foundation) Ht. 50 m. Jib length 50 m, Capacity 5 tons Ÿ Zoomlion 5610 (Fixed foundation) Ht. 60m, Jib length 56m, Capacity 6 tons Tower Cranes' rental service is individually suited to each customer's requirements. The company also provides on-site consultancy services. 'Our commitment to quality is to provide equipment that is fully functional and tested. "The highly skilled and responsive customer service team makes sure that our customer gets the right tested tower crane," says Raj Ranjan Moharana, Managing Director, Rann Infra Equipment. The company has recently MXT 840 Manitau telehandler to the fleet of their rental business which is being used for installation in windmill project. The company is rapidly growing and keeps adding new equipment to their fleet aiming to be a one-stop rental partner across the nation. Rann Infra Equipment consists of a team of skilled service engineers, supervisors, technicians, service representatives, operators and installers. The company's tower crane rental fleet are being used for residential & commercial projects, civil construction, high-rise buildings, power plants, cement plants, chemical plants, metro constructions, bridges & flyovers, dams and other similar construction activities. 12 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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Volvo Construction Equipment showcases EC55 Electric Compact Excavator at bauma 2023 Volvo Construction Equipment showcases an eclectic mix of machines focussed on road & retail segments at bauma CONEXPO at India Expo Centre, Greater Noida / Delhi NCR between January 31st & February 3rd, 2023. The objective is to explore the ways VCE can partner with key stakeholders to change the future of Indian infrastructure. The showpiece is the EC55 Electric Compact Excavator. A revolutionary product from Volvo and an incredibly smart investment option, the EC55 Electric Excavator assures at least 50% reduction in energy costs and over 30% savings in maintenance expenses. It opens up new opportunities for businesses to operate profitably in noise-sensitive areas, low-carbon zones, indoors and other places, at all odd hours. The EC55 model will be available by early 2024 and ones who are interested can just share their interest with VCE via a QR code and the respective team will revert. Also on display is the Volvo EC 200D Crawler Excavator with Quick Coupler plus HB22 breaker. Versatility and complete ease in operations are hallmarks of this all-new variant. Featuring powerful engine, robust frame and optimized hydraulics, it is eminently suitable for a wide variety of tasks. jointly offering on spot credit approvals and smart loan and lease solutions during the four-day exhibition for all new Volvo Construction Equipment. About VCE Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is a leading international manufacturer of premium construction equipment, and with over 14,000 employees, it is one of the largest companies in the industry. Volvo CE offers a wide range of products and services in more than 140 countries through its global distribution network. EVENT-SHOWCASE Alongside these two models there will be an exhibit of Volvo P7320 Track Paver. This is the most recent paver range to be manufactured & launched in India. The unit offers a winning combination of power, production capacity and precision for excellent paving quality with perfectly smooth mats. Fitted with 9m High-density Variomatic screed, the P7320D Paver offers a marked degree of flexibility when frequently changing paving widths. With a Volvo fixed screed, this Paver is proven to be effective when paving up to 700 tons per hour at 9 meters width. This level of throughput makes it versatile enough for a wide range of applications including city roads, highways and waste storage areas. Dimitrov Krishnan, Managing Director, Volvo CE India, explained: “The Volvo CE Pavilion at bauma CONEXPO INDIA promises to offer visitors an engaging and unique Service Solution experience, utilizing digital and interactive features. The EC55 Electric Compact Excavator is a clean choice and smart investment for India and will reinforce Volvo CE as the technological pacesetter in the construction equipment industry, driven by innovation, quality and reliability.” As a one stop shop offer, Volvo CE and Volvo Financial Services (VFS) are also Volvo CE is part of the Volvo Group. The Volvo Group drives prosperity through transport and infrastructure solutions, offering trucks, buses, construction equipment, power solutions for marine and industrial applications, financing and services that increase our customers' uptime and productivity. Founded in 1927, the Volvo Group is committed to shaping the future landscape of sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions. The Volvo Group is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, employs almost 100.000 people and serves customers in more than 190 markets. In 2021, net sales amounted to about SEK 372.2 billion (EUR 35.8 billion). Volvo shares are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. For more Details, Visit : www.volvoce.com/india/en-in/ 14 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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SDLG India showcases E6135Fi Hydraulic Excavator and L933H Wheel Loader at bauma 2023 SDLG is a leading global brand in the construction equipment industry. Founded in 1972, the brand is a part of the Volvo Group since 2006 and has evolved as ‘Your Growth Machine’ with products and services that maximize productivity and lower operating costs to deliver optimum customer value. SDLG’s collaboration with the Volvo Group helped the company get management experience and technical support boosting its international progress. In 2007, Volvo Construction Equipment, a part of the Volvo Group, made additional investments in SDLG doubling its productivity from 15,000 units to 30000 units resulting in fastpaced development for the brand. SDLG’s global product range has a long list of equipments ranging from excavators, loaders, graders, backhoes to compactors. Present in India since 2009, SDLG brings to the Indian market its high performing, fuel-efficient Wheel Loaders, Motor Graders and Excavators that offer the best value for money and promise to be ‘Your Growth Machine’ in every application. Certified by the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), SDLG products are customized for the Indian environment. SDLG is the supplier-of-choice to some of the country’s leading contractors in the quarrying, mining, roads, railway siding and ports segments. With a pan-India presence via a strong dealer network, the brand delivers unmatched aftersales service support, and parts availability. For more Details, Visit : www.sdlg.com EVENT-SHOWCASE A member of Volvo Group, SDLG offers solutions to complement sustainable road construction & infrastructure projects. There is a noticeable shift in procurement of equipment, especially in road & retail segments. Customers are now looking at comprehensive packages to improve overall efficiency in their dayto-day operations and generate additional value for their businesses. SDLG offers far-reaching solutions to complement sustainable road construction & infrastructure projects. These include structured packages like a range of repair and maintenance agreement, financial services, and operator training services at site. All SDLG India products are backed by countrywide dealer network assuring robust tech support, ready availability of parts and after-sales service – anywhere in the country at anytime. During this four-day exhibition, SDLG India and SDLG Financial Services (Brand processed by Volvo Financial Services (India) Pvt Ltd) will jointly offer business growth solutions through on-spot credit approvals and attractive loan and lease solutions. A Member of Volvo Group, SDLG India showcased SDLG Machines at bauma CONEXPO at India Expo Centre recently. SDLG India displayed their machines at bauma CONEXPO (January 31st and February 3rd, 2023) happening at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida / Delhi NCR. The two machines kept on display were E6135Fi Hydraulic Excavator and L933H Wheel Loader. The machines are configured and manufactured keeping Indiacentric work conditions and customer needs in mind. Each one of them is a true value for money product promising sustained returns on investment, in particular for road and retail segments. The E6135i Excavator is a 13-ton machine designed and built for heavy lifting. It features powerful four-cylinder DDE engine coupled with energy-saving, load-sensing hydraulic system and delivers best-in-class performance. A genuinely versatile and stable machine, the E6135i excavator is ideally suited for a variety of urban and rural applications. The L933H Wheel Loader is a featurepacked machine widely preferred at construction sites and aggregate plants, and for bulk material operations. It is powered by advanced CEV-IV engine and fully-hydraulic load-sensing steering system assuring remarkable flexibility and ease of operations. The engine is fitted with a diagnostic interface that, along with state-of-art instrument panel system, ensure smart checks and controls at every stage of operation. Apart from the regular machines, they also showcased their capabilities on the futuristic technology & machines to meet the customer & environment needs towards Zero Carbon Emissions. The SDLG Electric Wheel Loader L956HEV was introduced to the Indian market at this event. It comes powered with shock absorption technology, prolonging the life of lithium-ion batteries even is the most harsh applications. Surat Mehta, Head of SDLG Business in India, explained, “SDLG Growth Machines have captivated customers across India in the quarrying, mining, roads, railway siding, and port segments. They are ecstatic about the profitability they can extract from SDLG machines, as well as their ease of adaptability to a wide range of applications.” 16 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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Hailstone Innovations Hailstone Innovations is a fast paced organization specialized in engineering, designing, fabrication, and manufacturing of capital equipment. With an agile approach and global presence, we have been able to achieve and maintain sustained growth for some time now. We are constantly investing in our company, improving quality at every stage of the process, and implementing innovative technologies. CRUSHING & SCREENING Mr. Williams Jose - MD, Hailstone Innovations Pvt. Ltd. high quality and full compliance with customers' requirements, we have established a new factory with great infrastructure in the Palakkad Kinfra industrial estate in 2020. The Hailstone facility is equipped with high technology machines & Mass production lines of crushing and screening equipment focused in this facility. Hailstone innovations take great pride in manufacturing machines of the highest quality in the field of mining and crushing. Our factories are all equipped with the latest technologies and possess great infrastructure. We are able to meet any specifications and production requirements and are developing a wide range of newly manufactured products. We continually focus on quality and innovation to offer our customers the best solutions for their needs in relevant filed. a real struggle at first, but we learned to turn adversities into opportunities and started growing as a major construction and mining equipment manufacturing company in India. Taking advantage of the stable growth of Hailstone, we brought about various modifications to the infrastructure as well as the production unit. Employees were given proper training and security measures to facilitate exceptional performance. Encompassing these whole factors, Hailstone now proudly stands among the new and old competitors with a head held high, as a successful enterprise. We hold a great responsibility towards our clients, employees, partners and the society in general. We understand the challenges you face and aim to help you overcome them with our sustainable products. Together, we can partner for positive change, without sacrificing our commitment to enabling sustainable modern life and reshaping the future. Our purpose is to foster a quality culture with the objective of developing, engineering and delivering products and services with assured quality. We are determined to guarantee superior solutions for crushing, mining and mineral processing industries by inspiring and training quality consciousness to all our associates. Hailstone Innovations Pvt Ltd had its initiation in the year 1994 at Thrissur, Kerala, as Technomesh Pvt Ltd. Finding a place among the tough competitors was Our vision To be the number one through effective transformations. Our mission We are on a value journey with our customer to build a sustainable world. We are highly committed and dedicated in value addition of their quality products from raw materials. This value multiplication creates a new product portfolio for customer there by we venture to create a sustainable world. Our Manufacturing Facility New facility of Hailstone Industries is designed to meet the highest quality standards and expectations of customer across the globe. In order to follow our goal which is producing machines of Hailstone Innovations Pvt. Ltd. KINFRA Integrated Industrial Park, Kanjikode, Palakad, Kerala - 678 621, India +91 8111836555 | +91 8113091091 [email protected] www.hailstonein.com 22 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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INDUSTRY SPEAK Supreme Industries enters into acoustics market Supreme Industries has been on the fore front of introducing path-breaking plastic products for myriad applications in diverse industries. Starting of this year our representative met with Mr. Ajay Mohta -Business Head of THE SUPREME INDUSTRIES LIMITED to find out if anything new is being launched by the company. Mr. Mohta, meeting you after a long time, during this lock down period have you planned any new product for launch in any new industry as there has been no news from your side. Yes, we have recently launched a New division for Acoustics solutions. Now people across the Globe are getting more conscious about sound pollution and looking out for solutions to reduce it. Our products range will offer solution for sound proofing as well as absorption of unwanted sound. There are two types of buyer segment in this market-one who are just using various products for acoustics just for the name sake and the system works for a very short period and another segments of customers are using imported acoustics products which are very highly priced. At present we have started marketing only the core product that is INSUsound PE foam which as per my knowledge we are the first manufacturer of Asia and another two manufacturers are in developed countries such as Europe and America. So, we have launched a superior product specifically for the Acoustics requirements of various industries at an economical price, with the sole purpose of reducing the level of sound pollution. While developing any new product, QUALITY ALONG WITH COSTEFFECTIVENESS HAS ALWAYS BEEN OUR MOTO. Are these products environment friendly? Supreme has always been offering cost effective yet resilient solution to the industry. All the products have been developed after continuous interaction with our targeted customers, market analysis and understanding thoroughly the needs and changing demands of the new generation which demands environmental products only. Products that we are manufacturing for Acoustic solution are in most environmental friendly manner. All our products help in reducing consumption of available resources thus helping the environmental cause. Our product is better alternative compared to conventional materials being used by existing players in this industry such as metal, wood, Glass wool which is carcinogenic and other material which releases toxic fumes etc. thus making our product most environment friendly. Mr. Mohta please brief on the products which you have already started marketing. Yeah, first product is INSUsound PE which as I said has excellent sound absorbing properties in challenging conditions and sound insulation property also. It has a strong robust structure and water resistant, it is extremely lightweight and easy to fabricate, install anywhere compare to all the other conventional products available in the market and we can also offer it in Fire and UV resistant grades. This product is hundred percent recyclable and is a green product, it has a very high NRC value up to 1 in standard test conditions. Another product what we have launched is Supreme SB means sound blocker. If combined with absorbent material such as INSUsound PE, it creates a mass spring effect which forces sound to travel through materials of different densities thus reducing energy levels and ensuring high levels of soundproofing. Requires minimum space to add mass to traditional building/ construction systems without occupying practically any space which means we can obtain high indexes of sound insulation with minimum thickness. As it is of very high density approximately 2000 KG per cubic meter. It also offers excellent dampening for the vibration of metal panels and light weight materials thus reducing the noise produced by the atmospheric agents such as rain or wind on metal or timber roofs, or the noise generated by vibration in premises with machinery. Mr. Ajay Mohta - Business Head, The Supreme Industries Ltd Can you please give us a hint on the products which you are going to launch and when it is expected to be launched and who will be your target customers? Yeah, why not, we are planning to launch the products by March end of this year only and it won't be end of the range, we will be adding more and more products as per the market requirement. At present we are launching Wall panels and Ceilings of different shapes and sizes which will match with different interiors and it can be customized into any shape and sizes as per the decor requirement. Nowadays people are opting for open ceilings so for them we are launching range of Clouds and Baffles which can be hung, aesthetically also it will be better from the existing range which is available in the market by existing players. I think each and everyone can be our customer, Ideally it has found acceptance in Home theatre rooms, studios, offices specially in conference rooms, Discos, restopubs, restaurants, clubs, banquet halls, In industries also to control the sound and noise level from machinery etc., For more details, Visit : www.supreme.co.in 24 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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Give a brief overview of the Precast Market. Which Type of Precast products is currently most in demand. At present precast market is in very boom. Most of the builders/ clients/ consultants want to implement projects using precast prestressed methodology. In India more precast units are coming up to match the market demand. After RERA implement the projects have to be implement in agreed timelines. This creates some more demand for the precast industry. Currently, all building elements like columns, beams, slabs, stair cases ,Retaining walls and precast wall panels are in big demand. Also we have another site based (project based) production facility at Cuttack, BBSR. This is totally project based facility. Also this factory we designed as movable factory. We can move totally factory to any other location and can be established with less time. We have capacity to produce 5000sft building per day shift in this facility. For more details, Visit : www.preca.in Tell us of your products & Services offerings and their demand in the Indian Market. As a PRECA we are offering almost all precast elements as per international standards. We have Precast Columns, Precast prestressed Beams, Hollow core slabs from 120mm to 300mm thickness, Solid slabs, Prestressed solid slabs, Double T- slabs, Staircases, Wall panels, Retaining walls, Drains, Trenches, and Manholes. Do you have Plan to launch new Products. As a PRECA we are always eager to launch new products as per the market demand. If market need any special products we are happy to work on it. At present we have almost all type of elements required fro the building construction sector. Detail us on the Cutting Edge technological Innovation featured in your products. We have Hollow core slab machineries imported from Prensoland, Spain. We can produce the different thickness of Hollow core slabs like 120mm, 150mm, 200mm, 250mm and 300mm thicknesses. Also we have imported precast prestressed self stressed beam moulds & Stair case moulds from Bianchi, Italy Precast prestressed Double T- mould imported from Mold tech, Spain & Bianchi, Italy, Tilting table moulds from PRECA Solutions India Mr. Shridhar CN - Associate Director (Technical & Marketing) Preca Solutions India INDUSTRY SPEAK Bianchi, Italy, and some of the special moulds done by our internal fabrication team. Tell us about Manufacturing base in India. At present we have full-fledged precast manufacturing facility at Shankarpalli, Hyderabad, Telangana. It is surrounded by 17 acres. We can produce in average 10,000 sft building per day shift. We have capacity to produce all type of building and infra products in this facility. 26 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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Layher Allround Scaffolding – Emergency Escape Stair Tower Layher (The name of German Company) Group produces high-quality scaffolding systems in Germany. Layher has worldwide presence with more than 45 sales subsidiaries. The products are being used by industries like Construction, chemical plants, power plants, Oil and Gas, shipyards and offshore. This brand promise made by Layher is the expression of a brand philosophy that we've been living by for over 75 years. More speed, more safety, more proximity, more simplicity and more future: values with which we strengthen our customers' competitiveness in the long term. With our innovative systems and solutions, we're working all the time on making scaffolding construction even simpler, even more economical and, above all, even safer. More Possibilities - Layher Products and Services Layher's present product characteristics and services 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. Application of Allround Scaffolding – Emergency Escape Stair Tower Additional escape stairway structures for buildings are becoming more and more important. That includes the reinforcement of existing buildings for public use, due to altered regulations or to their being used for new purposes, model building regulations require, for greater numbers of people, a second escape route or modification to the existing one – for example for fire safety reasons. During modernization work on buildings of any type too, a second escape route may be temporarily required if the main escape route is closed due to building work. The requirements relating to dimensions for building stairways are in general governed by DIN 18065 "Stairs in buildings". Only the flight width is not clearly defined here. SCAFFOLDING Extensive modernization measures for larger and better escape routes usually gobble up lots of time and money. In some cases, modernization work by others is not even possible. The solution: escape stair towers from Layher. Taking proven Allround Scaffolding as the basis, stairway structures can be flexibly adapted to a wide range of building situations, such as exit levels – for various rises and loads, and if required with child safety guardrails. Layher escape stairways also offer a long service life: this is assured by continuously monitored and high-quality production "Made in Germany", and by the high standard of surface coating on all Layher steel components by means of hot-dip galvanizing. Application of Allround Scaffolding is suitable for Shoring, work scaffolding and stairway tower. All these needs were ideally met with only one system: Allround Scaffolding from Layher. This modular system scaffolding permits, with its bolt-free wedge-head connection technology, not only rapid assembly, but also – thanks to a comprehensive range of parts – unlimited applications, even with very difficult ground plans and anchoring conditions or with complex architecture. If existing buildings fail to comply with legal requirements relating to escape routes, additional measures are needed for the latter. They can be provided economically and quickly using escape stair towers made using the Layher Allround Scaffolding construction kit. Mr. Mithilesh Kumar - Director Layher Scaffolding Systems Pvt Ltd 234, Ansal Chamber II, 6, Bhikaji Cama Place, New Delhi – 110066, India + 91 11 26162185 [email protected] www.layher.co.in Every requirement on a site can be met economically using the Allround construction kit – whether it's connecting up large shoring structures using Allround ledgers and diagonal braces, adapting to different geometries, or adding work levels and stairway towers. Layher Allround Scaffolding Systems is performing like All-rounder. Adaptation of the entry and exit levels at the stairway bottom or top area using equalizing stairways with different heights. Fire Safety and Emergency Exit Guide An emergency exit in a structure is a special exit for emergencies such as a fire: the combined use of regular and special exits allows for faster evacuation, while it also provides an alternative if the route to the regular exit is blocked. Now a days it is requirement for high rise building, commercial places, and Institutional building. 28 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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Staying ahead in a changing market with automation and Software integration A utomated machinery to produce precast elements as well as the reinforcement and the integration of the fitting software are essential for staying relevant in the vastly evolving market of precast concrete. F.B.I. Tasbud sees itself as a proecological and innovative factory of modules and prefabricated concrete elements that fits perfectly into the needs of the modern construction market in Europe. The company, situated near Warsaw, is preparing for the future needs of precast concrete element usage with state-of-the-art machinery for production and the associated software solutions. Progress Group is the partner of choice to provide the solutions from one single source. PRECAST CONCRETE “The most important features of the automated systems are error-free production, easy handling and the longevity of the machines.”, Tasbud's General Manager Piotr Krakowski explains the further investment in moulds and tilting tables and adds: “Progress is a manufacturer that is significantly involved from the planning stage through the design of production lines, which is extremely important in the plant has a pallet transport system with side shifters as well as longitudinal pallet transport equipment. The concrete spreader with a bucket capacity of 3m³ and a concrete spreader with the capacity of 2 m² are flying over the production lines to cast the fresh concrete uniformly over the shuttered area of the pallet and thus making the production safer, whilst additionally saving space and material. Further machinery for securing a high surface quality is a roughing equipment with lift to treat the concrete element as well as a compacting equipment, which is basically shaking the pallet to spread the concrete evenly. To smooth the fresh concrete surface even more before curing a power trowel got installed in order to achieve the best quality with no need of manual labour. The pallet lifting equipment includes a rail-mounted F.B.I. Tasbud equips its precast plant with automated machinery and software from PROGRESS GROUP. From industrial needs to housing construction – staying ahead with modern production lines The company states that the current trend is going from prefab elements made mostly for industrial projects to an increasing market of housing construction. This increase of the usage of the prefabricated elements needs to be considered while planning for the future and thus Tasbud invested extendedly in automation. They installed a production line for sandwich walls; a line for isolated, solid walls; a line to produce concrete columns and beams and a multi-functional reinforcement production robot, all from specialized companies of the Progress Group. The large production capacity and wide range is needed due to Tasbud's business being equally in Poland and also export to other countries, with the bestseller being sandwich walls and columns. case of the dynamically developing Polish prefabrication market. Investors have to analyze various possibilities and learn all the faces of the solutions that can be used in the production infrastructure.” Modern precast production in a nutshell For the automated production of prefab elements, several machines of Ebawe Anlagentechnik, a Progress Group company, connected with modern software solutions from Progress Software Development are needed to make the production efficient. The multifunctioning machinery Pluristar can straighten, cut and bend the needed reinforcement steel directly from coil. The reinforcement for the elements is being produced automated and thus exactly as planned. Shuttering systems for walls and slabs as well as for tilting tables are in use at Tasbud. The shutter handling equipment includes a combined pallet cleaner and a plotter. This gantry structure is computer-controlled and thus the markings of the plotter are exactly as planned in the CAD data. The carousel The concrete delivery system flying over the pallets is handling the delivery fully automated and with exact data, thus is saving concrete and time. The pallet stacker is stacking the casted elements to the curing rack. 30 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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PRECAST CONCRETE the ebos® software in its full functionality. This MES-system is a comprehensive solution for work preparation, production, and process analysis. Many standalone software solutions can thus be replaced by one integrated system. Interface problems are hereby eliminated, and one userfriendly system manages the whole manufacturing process from start to finish. ebos® handles work preparation, production, and process analysis, so the whole manufacturing process from start to finish. Why it made sense to order all from one single group After years of experience in the production of reinforced concrete elements, Tasbud can see that only automation at this level gives visible reductions in management costs and production processes. According to them the main advantage of the Progress manufacturer is its comprehensive equipment and line management software. Another important fact is the experience with which they approach the planning of production lines, actively maintaining a dialogue about the needs and possibilities of individual customers. In addition, Progress is a leading manufacturer of devices for the processing of reinforcing steel, which translates into functionality, efficiency, and maintenance of this advanced infrastructure. For more Details, Visit : www.progress.group pallet stacker, which is a lifting device that receives the pallets containing the freshly casted elements from the production line. They get stored in a curing rack system with three side by side curing racks and a single rack nearby with a heating system. After removing the element from the pallet, the release agent spraying device cleans the pallet - fully automated. The modern production plant also consists of 8 hydraulic tilting tables with dimensions of 13 x 4.50 meters and machinery for the best-selling product, the double moulds for columns with a total length of 14 meters, width from 200 to 800 mm and height of max 800 mm. Hydraulically managed lateral shutters preset for wooden shuttering guarantee use flexibility thanks to the use of flywood bottoms and end plates. Both table and column moulds are provided from Tecnocom – also a Progress Group company. “The most important features in Progress production lines are their failure-free operation, simple service and durability. “, states Tasbuds General Manager Piotr Krakowski. Reinforcement production and software integration To complete the production a multifunctional reinforcement machine, the Pluristar, has been installed to straighten, cut, and bend the needed steel for reinforcing the elements. It can process wire diameters of 6 – 16 mm directly from coil. The heart of the Pluristar is the combined straightening system consisting of a roller straightening unit and a rotor straightening unit. This unique combination allows the flexible manufacture of stirrups, straight rebars, and rebars with large bends using just a single machine. The Pluristar is also equipped with a 3D bending system allowing not only 2-dimensional, but also 3-dimensional stirrups to be produced. After the curing of the concrete surface the next phase is fine smoothing with a power trowel. Before entering the system again, the pallets are being cleaned automatically. The double moulds are being used for producing the best-selling products – the columns and are 14 meters long. The tilting tables are used for the production of large area flat precast concrete elements, such as solid walls or sandwich walls. “The Pluristar is optimally matched to the needs of the reinforcement workshop for the elements planned for production.”, says Mr. Krakowski. They are also currently in a dynamic development process of implementing 30 Article of Progress Precast India Pvt. Ltd 32 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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T he concept of green building has always been associated with environment and sustainabilityrelated features such as green walls and solar panels, but it is way more than that. Green Building is one of the latest trends in the building and construction industry, which aims to reduce energy consumption through sustainable and energy-saving building design and using energy-efficient equipment. With growing urbanization and vertical development of cities, sustainable living has become extremely important. Energy consumption is high in cities, with the significant source of consumption being the buildings, manufacturing units, and transport. In the wake of global warming and pressing concerns of energy consumption, green building is becoming increasingly relevant to urban lives. Challenges to promote green building in the country A popular view against green buildings involve higher operation and maintenance costs in comparison to conventional buildings. Rather, the truth is by optimizing key systems such as lighting, air-conditioning, electrical and vertical transportation, green buildings can over a longer term help reduce energy consumption and operation cost thanks to their higher operational efficiency. Locally, popularity of green building is pre-emptive maintenance solution that extends remote monitoring capabilities to dramatically increase current availability levels of existing and new elevators. Utilizing the power of Microsoft Azure Internet of Things (IoT) technology, MAX predicts maintenance issues before they occur, and empowers elevator engineers by flagging the need to replace components and systems before the end of their lifecycle. Our AGILE Destination Selection Control (DSC), also improves system efficiency and passenger experience by effectively shortening wait and travel times. Compared to conventional elevator control systems, the AGILE DSC increases passenger handling capacity by up to 30%, minimizes passengers' travel times to their destination and reduces crowding in lift lobbies. DSC also allows for much more flexibility in elevator grouping, lift core layouts and overall building design. Why one should opt for digital elevator technology in building: Reduced energy consumption: By optimizing key systems such as lighting, air-conditioning, electrical and vertical still hindered somewhat by funds and budget constraints of owners and developers, limited awareness on operation and maintenance requirements, and most importantly the environmental and financial benefits green buildings can offer in the longer term. How next generation elevator solutions can contribute to the development of green building concept in the country: Elevators allow cities to expand upwards instead of outwards, allowing us to effectively reduce urban sprawl and associated negative impacts of traffic congestion, pollution and other key issues that are concerns for many countries in Asia Pacific. In today's times, buildings are responsible for 40% of overall energy consumption, and around 10% of the building's electricity is consumed by the traditional elevators. But this can be overcome with smarter and newer elevator technologies. Using TK Elevator's revolutionary TWIN elevator system as an example, with two elevators operating independently in one shaft, the TWIN offers the benefits of significantly increasing system capacity, without the need for extra elevator shafts. The biggest advantage of our TWIN is its ability to park one of the two cars while the other stays in operation. This means when passenger volumes are low, very little energy is consumed by the nonmoving cars. Additionally, the TWIN can be equipped with energy recovery devices that can feed about 30% of energy back into the building's power grid. Digital and sustainable mobility solutions “The major game changer”: Mobility solutions play a pivotal role in building a sustainable tomorrow. The focus of our innovation is on using the latest technologies to drive energy efficiency and minimise the overall energy consumption of the building. For instance, our elevators can be equipped with MAX, which provide the benefits of data analytics to facilitate predictive maintenance services. MAX is a game-changing predictive and Smart elevator solutions can be a great help in dealing with the Green Building Challenges Mr. Manish Mehan - CEO & MD, TK Elevator India Pvt. Ltd. TWIN INDUSTRY UPD ATE 34 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

transportation, green buildings can over a longer term help reduce energy consumption and operation cost thanks to their higher operational efficiency. Reduce negative impacts of urban sprawl: Elevators allow cities to expand upwards instead of outwards, allowing us to effectively reduce urban sprawl and associated negative impacts of traffic congestion, pollution and other key issues that are concerns for many countries in Asia Pacific. Versatile elevator deployment: TK Elevator's next-generation elevator TWIN has the advantages of flexible zoning by operating the two cars independently, lighter in total weight, and the added flexibility to park one of the cars during non-peak hours to save energy, this is very important for modern green buildings Improves system efficiency and passenger experience: Compared to conventional elevator control systems, the AGILE DSC increases passenger handling capacity by up to 30%, minimizes passengers' travel times to their destination and reduces crowding in lift lobbies. DSC also allows for much more flexibility in elevator grouping, lift core layouts and overall building design – which makes it the ideal elevator control solution for modern green buildings. Applications Green building reduces the environmental impact of buildings by optimizing the use of energy, light and other resources to reduce consumption and minimize carbon footprint. Innovative elevator solutions such as TKE's TWIN used in newly-built skyscrapers and high-rises can effectively reduce urban sprawl and its associated impacts, but older buildings can also be turned into more sustainable or “greener” ones by modernizing its vertical mobility system. Digital solutions such as TKE's MAX and AGILE DSC can also bring the operation and energy efficiency benefits to older buildings by means of modernization. In a nutshell, the concept of green building applies not only to new stateof-the-art high-rises and newly developed urban areas, but to all kinds of buildings and infrastructures; thereby extending the benefits of reduced environmental impact and enhanced health and wellbeing of occupants to people dwelling in less developed and older communities as well. INDUSTRY UPD ATE MAX TK Elevator India Private Limited A-23, MIDC Chakan Phase – 2, Village – Khalumbre, Taluka – Khed, Pune, Maharashtra 410501, India 1800 102 8500 [email protected] MAX Controller www.tkelevator.com/in-en/ www.buildconmedia.in BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 35

Multilevel Cargo Project: Laser Screed Flooring (FM2 - TR 34) Zenith Flooring Services is one of the leading high-tolerance flooring experts based in Northern India. We provide Tailor-made, end-to-end solutions for warehouse and industrial floors. The execution of our flooring projects is at par with the flooring standards namely TR 34 4th edition from The UK Concrete Society meeting current Free Movement (FM2) surface regularity requirements. curing process. The chemical penetrates the bearing surface of the concrete slab up to 3 to 4 mm. It not only protects the concrete from the inside out, but it also hardens and densifies the concrete. The surface is refined further with a 400/ 800 grit resin bond. Fine grinding of the concrete surface is done using abrasive resin disks. Crews use ever-finer grits of polishing discs (a process called lapping) until the floor has achieved the desired sheen and shine. Final polishing finish with a 1500 or 3000-grit resin bond. Complexity The project involved two G+1 buildings connected by a structural ramp with Docks on the ground floor and at the mezzanine levels. Also, the casting of a 200 mm Thick mezzanine deck slab with double reinforcement including steel armour joints to be provided at the expansion joint, in a single go. Reinforcement of 8 mm Dia. 225 mm C/C Spacing at the top & 10 mm Dia. 175 mm C/C Spacing at the bottom including Steel Armoured Joints at the expansion joint at the mezzanine level supporting a live load of 4.5 T/m2. Methodology: Large Area Pour – Laser Screed – Jointed / Saw Cut Floor The large pour, laser screed flooring method is used to lay in areas of up to 900 m2 per day between construction joints in a continuous operation. The following day, the floor is sawn into panels on a 4.5 to 5.5m grid to relieve dry shrinkage stresses. The floor construction is typically reinforced with a single layer of mesh 50mm from the bottom of the slab. Fine - Tolerance Laser Screed Flooring Experts! Mr. Ritesh Jain - Director, Zenith Flooring Services Pvt. Ltd. We feel proud to share the success story of laser screed flooring for Shristi Cargo Warehouse Pvt Ltd at Cargo Terminal T2, Delhi IGI Airport. It's a Multilevel Cargo Building Project (G+1) Grade A warehouse flooring meeting global industry standards. We use a state-of-the-art floor-laying Laser Screed® machine from, Somero Enterprises® USA, for laying M30 Grade RMC, 900 Sqm per day covering 23000m2. Imported flattening tools like bump cutters, highway straightedge, power floaters, and ride-on trowels were used to deliver FM-2 surface finish as per TR-34. The slab of 200 mm at the mezzanine comprised of Double Surface Treatment (5/7-Step Concrete Polishing) Polished Concrete Floor has a glossy finish which is achieved by making use of planetary machines. Progressively fine abrasives resin bonds are used to gradually grind down surfaces to the desired degree of shine and smoothness. The grinding process begins with the use of abrasive resin disks. These disks are coarse enough to remove minor blemishes or stains from the floor in preparation for the surface. Polishing is done with a 60/100 & 200- grit resin bond. A liquid densifier is then spray applied to densify and harden the concrete and left overnight for the Zenith Flooring Services Pvt Ltd. C-505, 5th Floor, Nirvana Courtyard, Nirvana Country, Sector-50, Gurugram, Haryana - 122018 +91 8810508596 [email protected] www.zenithflooring.com INDUSTRIAL FLOORING 36 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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A culture of sustainable, customer-centric innovation What next? How can we make People Flow smarter, smoother, safer and more intuitive? These are the questions we constantly ask ourselves. Here we take a look at some behind the scenes thinking and some fantastic tech-led innovations that KONE is spearheading in the mobility industry. KONE has revolutionized the user experience by increasing the attractiveness of elevators and providing digitized solutions to add value to the building. Our KONE DX Class elevators implement the human insight-driven design. KONE DX Class elevators are the modern manifesto of advanced digital connectivity. They introduce a whole new realm of possibilities with an elevated user experience, enhanced people flow, delightful designs, futureproof services and just the right ambience. LIFT & ELEVATORS The automated building operations from the KONE DX Class create an access bridge to KONE's digital solutions, which can further be leveraged with the KONE Partner Ecosystems for efficient management. Technological innovations have further enabled customers to plug in additional services using the power of open application programming interfaces (APIs). These make integrating devices, apps and services much simpler Thus, KONE taps into digitization to offer Infotainment options during elevator rides and enhanced elevator music to develop emotional connections. With its ergonomic designs ranging from natureinspired walls to futuristic lights to modern heritage designs inspired by classics, KONE elevators give a feeling of connectedness to those who step into the elevator for the first time. The KONE Digital platform connects elevators to APIs, giving them access to a multitude of solutions and making flow easy and convenient for the user. Underlying these technologies is the philosophy to adopt sustainable solutions that focus on low energy costs and using materials that use less carbon footprint. Even well-maintained equipment might fall short of expectations when it ages or is exposed to changing environmental conditions. The performance, safety, eco-friendliness, and aesthetics of your elevators and escalators shall be enhanced by modernizing them. For example, our flexible KONE CareTM maintenance programme is designed to ensure that our equipment operates safely and reliably while also extending its lifespan. With our flagship proactive maintenance service - KONE 24/7 Connected Services, we can more accurately anticipate the need for maintenance. Hence, we ensure elevator and people flow experience is safe and seamless. It allows for quick hassle-free repairs, open communication platforms, which will further lead to a more dependable and safer customer experience with our products. KONE is a global practitioner and leader in sustainability, and this can be seen in our facilities around the world. It confers a strategic advantage on us and our customers when we consciously build these standards in every step of our working, right from the design stage. Our India factory at Sriperumbudur has been established taking into consideration several eco-friendly parameters in design, construction and operation to create a positive impact, preserve natural resources and improve the quality of life of employees who work at the facility and is sustainable in the future as well. The Indian Green Building Council awarded a Gold Certificate to our world-class factory and a Platinum Certificate to the office building and cafeteria, acknowledging the standards achieved. For more details, Visit : www.kone.in 40 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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How Skora Paints is revolutionizing the Indian Paint Industry with Smart Technology Skora Paints offers a range of ecofriendly and hydrophobic paints with a smart range of exterior painting, interior painting, and wall coating services that protect buildings from all external elements. Skora Paints, a leading paint manufacturer in India, is changing the game in the paint industry with their revolutionary Smart Quartz Paint technology. Unlike other paint brands that only address specific issues, Skora Paints' range of paints solve all 10 common problems caused by water absorption through the layers of paint and wall. Their Smart 360-degree hydrophobic and breathable paint is eco-friendly, keeps buildings healthy from inside and out, and is capable of protecting against rain, sun UV rays, bacteria, viruses, and other external elements. Skora Paints' Smart Quartz Paint technology uses fiberglass to create a crystalline shield that prevents leakage, dampness, fading, and other issues even during the rainy season. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Skora Paints has completed 5000+ projects and has satisfied 20000+ customers. The company has received numerous awards, including the Gold Award for Excellence in Technology and Best Prestige at the International Quality Summit of New York in 2017, District Award Excellent Businessman at Industrial Gaurav Awards by Government of Maharashtra in 2013, Emerging Brand Of The Year by Realty+ Interior & Exterior Awards in 2019, and Outstanding Performance of the Brand at Lalit Doshi Memorial by Government of Maharashtra in 2018-19. Skora Paints provides their own trained painters and manufactured paints for their services, assuring full guarantee and expert application. Skora's Smart Painters are detail-oriented and execute every painting project as per the prescribed application procedure to ensure the best possible results for any structure. The company's Smart Practices ensure that the thickness of paint is not compromised by harmful dilution, and their experts not only have rich experience but also check and maintain structural integrity. Skora Paints is not only a powerful entity in the market but is also ISO 9001:2015 certified for high-quality management and ISO 45001:2015 certified for Occupational Health and Safety Management System with CE Mark for being a Hydrophobic Paint. At the very heart of Skora lies the promise of trust to keep your interiors and exteriors safe from the elements while looking beautiful. Skora Coatings offers a revolutionary new Smart Paint technology that is both waterproof and breathable, allowing your walls to look beautiful and stay protected for a lifetime. We are committed to providing our customers with the best quality paints that are not only effective but also environmentally friendly and sustainable. Choose Skora Coatings for your painting needs and experience the difference of a truly innovative and advanced paint technology that offers long-lasting protection and beauty. For more details, Visit : www.skorapaints.com PAINTS & COATINGS 42 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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Maccaferri offers solutions and technical assistance to solve complex geotechnical challenges. These solutions are backed by deep technical knowledge and expertise of more than 14 decades. The role of geosynthetics in this field of innovative technologies in road infrastructure is vast and increasingly progressive. Geosynthetic solutions are preferred over traditional materials with following advantages Ÿ Optimizing material use Ÿ Reducing fatigue, reflective, thermal and settlement cracking Ÿ Reduce carbon-footprint Ÿ Lowe life cycle cost Ÿ Reducing maintenance the asphalt matrix are relieved and redistributed by these reinforcements. MacGrid® AR is a glass geogrid which inhibits reflective cracking in overlays and Road Mesh® is a double twisted hexagonal woven steel wire mesh which structurally reinforces the pavement and provides lateral restraint. Soil Stabilization Sub-grade soil made from unbound materials can suffer from number of issues which includes prematurely aging of the road and reduction in operational efficiency & load bearing capacity. Maccaferri offers MacGrid® EG (Biaxial polypropylene geogrid) and MacTex® N (Non-woven geotextile) which work with the unbound granular layers extending its life by preventing bearing capacity failure and excessive rutting. Appropriately designed and installed reinforcement improves the performance of the road extending its life and increasing maintenance intervals. It can GEOSYNTHETICS Maccaferri Solutions for Road Infrastructure Maccaferri Environmental Solutions D40, Midc Ranjangaon, Tal-Shirur Dist. Pune – 412220 Maharashtra, India +91 2138 393000 [email protected] www.maccaferri.com/in Application : Asphalt Reinforcement Product : MacGrid® AR Location: Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat Application : Pavement Strengthening Product : MacGrid® EG Location: Barmer, Rajasthan also reduce the cost by reducing thickness of the pavement layers. Pavement Drainage: Pavement structures can be weakened by water within, beneath or adjacent to it. Draining the water can improve the road pavement performance. Performance requirements will be different for an unbound pavement in a monsoon region, from an asphalt pavement in an area susceptible to ground frost. Maccaferri's MacDrain® (Geocomposite drain) is ideal alternative to conventional gravel drainage and filter as it reduces excavation, material volume, and costs. These drains are placed adjacent to the highway, where rainwater run-off is collected in a linear 'trench' drain. Where groundwater is near the surface, a horizontal drainage layer, beneath the highway can placed to remove potentially destabilizing water from the road foundation layers. Application Asphalt Pavement Strengthening Flexible asphalt pavements are exposed to repeated cyclic loads causing rutting, pothole formation and fatigue cracks. With increasing axle loads, this problem may also get worse. Simply resurfacing the pavement layer is a temporarily solution as underlying layers cracks soon propagate into the new overlay. Maccaferri offers a wide range of asphalt pavement reinforcements to reduce lifecycle costs. Stress concentrations in Application: Asphalt reinforcement Product: Road Mesh® Location : Jaipur, Rajasthan 44 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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Considering redevelopment projects, here are five crucial points T he Indian real estate business has seen tremendous change in recent years. The number of redevelopment projects has increased in tandem with the expanding population and need for cheap homes. It is the process of revamping or rebuilding an existing property to improve its value and attractiveness to buyers or tenants. Redevelopment is a great way to breathe new life into old buildings, upgrade infrastructure, and create modern facilities. However, the process of redevelopment can be challenging and complicated, with many potential roadblocks and issues. The real estate market in India is huge and vibrant, with a market value of $200 billion. According to a survey by Knight Frank India, the industry is anticipated to increase by 7% per year and reach $1 trillion by 2030. The Indian real estate industry has grown steadily in recent years. According to Knight Frank India's research, the real estate market in India will grow at a 14.4% CAGR between 2019 and 2028. As the number of big centers have grown, so has the demand for cheap housing, leading to an increase in redevelopment projects. However, the sector is now beset by a number of issues, such as a dearth of good infrastructure, little investment in technology, and restricted access to capital. St. Angelo’s Group of Companies 6th floor, Jyoti Plaza, Diagonally Opp Hotel Sahayadri, SV Road, Kandivali West, Mumbai- 400067, Maharashtra, India. +91 9011223344 www.agnelorajesh.com Mr. Agnelorajesh Athaide - Chairman, Global St. Angelo’s Group of Companies These are five critical factors for industry executives to consider when planning rehabilitation projects: Advantages and challenges of redevelopment projects Redevelopment projects offer various advantages to the real estate industry. To begin with, it raises people's quality of life by allowing them to live in new and refurbished structures. Second, because new structures are built using ecofriendly materials, it helps establish a sustainable environment. One of the major obstacles is a lack of understanding of the process's legal and regulatory foundation. Permits and licenses are required for redevelopment projects, and industry executives may find it challenging to navigate this process. Another challenge is acquiring land. In many circumstances, the land acquisition may be difficult and contentious, with several interests engaged. Choosing the Right Redevelopment Project The selection of the appropriate redevelopment project is important to the success of any enterprise. Industry executives must examine a variety of aspects, including the property's location, future demand for the space, and the expenses connected with the rehabilitation. A detailed feasibility assessment is also required to establish the project's REAL ESTATE viability. This research should contain a market analysis, a competition analysis, and an estimate of the return on investment. The role of technology in redevelopment projects Technology has transformed the real estate sector. Developers can produce a virtual reproduction of the proposed project and offer a realistic image of the ultimate result using 3D modeling and virtual reality. This not only improves visualization but also identifies any design issues before construction begins. The legal framework The legal framework for redevelopment projects can be complicated, and a full grasp of the laws and regulations is required. The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act of 2016 (RERA) is a key reform aimed at protecting homebuyers' interests and promoting transparency in the real estate market. To avoid future legal conflicts, developers must guarantee that their projects comply with all legal standards. Financing options Because redevelopment projects involve major investments, it is critical to investigate financing sources. Banks and financial institutions provide a variety of financing alternatives, such as loans and mortgages, to assist in funding the project. Developers must assess their funding choices and select the one that best meets their requirements. Finally, redevelopment projects have the ability to completely revolutionize the Indian real estate business. Developers must evaluate redevelopment projects in light of the increased demand for affordable housing as well as the need for sustainable development. Understanding the legal framework, financial options, and role of technology is crucial to ensuring a successful rehabilitation project. 46 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

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30 years of Fronius Solar Energy Fronius in 1990s decided to focus on solar energy as a “technology of the future”. Still not taken seriously back then, the business unit has come to represent the most important pillar of the family company. Since value creation is set to remain in Europe going forwards, this growth is mainly showing itself in the Sattledt production site in Upper Austria. Fronius, the family-owned company based in Upper Austria, is often associated with the booming photovoltaics industry. But it wasn't always this way: if you look back at the first 30 years of its youngest “Solar Energy” business unit, you'll see that it was only in recent years that this branch developed into the company's new driving force. For a long time, what was once the “technology of the future”, solar energy, led a shadowy existence and managed to survive one of the worst crises in company history. But one thing at a time… SOLAR Mr. Martin Hackl - Global Director, Fronius India Pvt. Ltd. installed ice storage tanks, which currently constitute the biggest system of its kind in Europe. Put simply, an ice storage tank makes use of the crystallisation energy that is released when water turns to ice. With the aid of heat exchangers, this energy can be used for heating in winter and for cooling and air-conditioning the building in summer. And in line with the Fronius values, the new facility will soon be fully equipped with a photovoltaic system that increases the available 930 kWp by an additional megawatt peak of power. “We're setting a number of examples with the new facility in Sattledt,” says Elisabeth Engelbrechtsmüller-Strauß. “Not only do we want to strengthen and secure the future of the site, but we also want to underscore our status as an employer with a stable future. Whereas others announced reduced working hours during the Covid-19 crisis, we launched our long-planned expansion. This year alone, we at Fronius are investing 187 million euros in the future. As a family business, we live and breathe continuity and are very forwardthinking. However, growth doesn't come at any cost here, but rather only when we can afford it.” For more Details, Visit : www.fronius.in “You have to realise that, back then, welding technology required vast amounts of energy. We wanted to 'give back' some of this power and started the initial trials with photovoltaic modules. These were the beginnings of the Business Unit Solar Energy.” Thirty years later it seems as though there's no getting away from green power generation using solar energy. However, these current successes were nothing but a pipe dream for a very long time, as Engelbrechtsmüller-Strauß explains: “In the early days, we were often portrayed as tree-huggers and had great difficulty finding a place for our systems on the market. To put it into context, we used to manufacture just one to two inverters per week.” The expansion in Sattledt in figures That's why Fronius has based its production sites in Austria and Czech Republic and has never been focused on outsourcing – quite the opposite in fact: “Strategically speaking, we're preparing for major growth in Europe and investing heavily in expanding our production and capacities,” says Hackl. The best example is the major production and logistics site in Sattledt, Upper Austria. Here, the current usable space covering 41,000 m² is set to be expanded by an additional 28,000 m². Overall completion is already scheduled for late July 2022, after which the new space will gradually be filled. The highlights of the so-called northward expansion include the fully automated high-bay warehouse. It will be the future transfer point for incoming goods and has room for 7,000 pallets and 12,500 small parts containers. Equally unique here are the two newly - From a sustainable vision to the largest business segment - Expansion of the Sattledt production site almost complete The beginnings of Solar Energy In 1950, Fronius began developing both its battery charging technology and welding technology branches, experiencing its first major successes from the 1960s onwards. These culminated in the milestone that was the introduction of an unprecedented welding system in 1981. “At some point we were starting to look more and more like powerguzzlers,”, remembers CEO Elisabeth Engelbrechtsmüller-Strauß. SE PPIC Fronius First Inverter Sunrise SE PPIC Fronius Inverter GEN24 Production 48 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in

Why we need new Aluminium doors & windows for homes? A s the name suggests to you, Aluminium windows and doors are made of aluminium, which means that the frame itself will be made of this metal. Typically, these doors have glass in the middle instead of plywood or any other material. Aluminium is also known as the “Green Metal” because 100% of the metal can be recycled, it's saving 95% of the energy required to produce aluminium from raw materials. It is also highly malleable, corrosion resistant, and light in weight, yet as strong as other metals like steel and iron. A more practical solution for home owners is to install aluminium windows and doors in their homes to enjoy natural light and views of any greenery in their neighbourhood. Aluminium doors and windows ensure a longer product life as they do not rust, flake or peel. They can retain their performance and aesthetics throughout their lifetime which means that they will Alfen Windows Pvt. Ltd. 214-217, Sunny Mart, New Atish Market, Jaipur-302020, India. +91 9928366665, +91 99283 66661 [email protected] www.alfen.in Mr. Tulsi Modi - MD, ALFEN Windows Pvt. Ltd continue to give you good return on your investment. There are some major advantages of Aluminium doors and windows. Reliability If we compared to traditional materials, aluminium doors and windows are highly durable & built to withstand even the harshest weather conditions like heavy rains or strong winds. They are completely air-tight, water-tight, and dust-tight and fitted properly and will not allow for water seepage. Eco-Friendly High-performance new aluminium doors and windows profiles are designed to prevent heat transfer through the frame. Special Low E glass reflects heat back into the atmosphere, which minimises interior heat gain and lowers the need to use air-conditioners, helping you save on your power bills by up to 30% even in the summers. One of the biggest advantages of installing aluminium sliding doors is that the large panes of glass allow ample amount of natural light to enter during the day. With glass panes that run from the top to the bottom of each door panel, there is no need for you to turn on any lights in the house during the day. Low Maintenance Aluminium door and window frames also require minimal maintenance, as they do not need frequent painting or INDUSTRY UPD ATE polishing unlike some traditional materials. They don't crack or fade in the sun and there's no scrubbing or painting required. They are built to retain their colour, shine, size, shape and lustre even after years of regular use. Aluminium windows and doors are effortless to clean, which means that they do not require the level of maintenance that other types of doors do. All you need to do is clean them once or twice a month. Aluminium windows and doors only require a little bit of soapy water to make them as good as new look. Colour One of the biggest benefits of aluminium is that you can really make it your own. Select from a huge range of colours and finishes to truly enhance your home, and even mix and match single and dual colour options to find the perfect combination. Security We know that what matters most to our customers is keeping their homes and families safe and secure. That's why we design all of our windows and doors with lots of smart security features as standard. Aluminium also has a high strength-to-weight ratio as a result of which it is very hard to make a dent on it. Moreover, since aluminium frame windows and doors come with multipoint locking mechanisms, they are highly resistant to external attacks and provide security. 50 BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2023 www.buildconmedia.in