Skora brings a revolutionary offering in the form of a state-of-the-art Smart Quartz Paint. This technology has been developed by Skora through rigorous R&D that finally resulted in a coating system that possesses a unique set of attributes like no other in the industry. Skora’s Smart Quartz Paint technology allows the coating to penetrate deep […]
Waterproofing Membranes for firmer structures
Effective treatment and repair of stations increases life of waterproofing system thereby extending its durability. Waterproofing technology is continuously progressing. Several concepts have been illustrated that are useful for technology planners and forecasters in the field. The concept of liquid waterproofing has existed since centuries when natural bitumen was combined with jute, straw, rag felt […]
Making precast concrete installation easier
Groutec is a mechanical splicing system with one threaded end specially designed for the connection of precast concrete elements. It is designed and manufactured in compliance with Eurocode 2, BS 8110, ACI 318, IBC, AASHTO. The rebar connected on the threaded side and the cavity side are of the same diameter. However, Groutec can also […]
EQUIPMENT THAT MAKES EFFICIENCY ACCESSIBLE
Right equipment enables quick and efficient access to height for facilitating smooth functioning of round-the-clock operations. Access equipment comes into consideration where the work is at the height. Boom lifts, man lifts, scissor lifts, vertical mast, push around, etc are such access equipment which are used extensively and enhance operations at railway and metro stations. […]
Solution for concrete waterproofing and plasters waterproofing
Plast-O-Proof is an integral waterproofing compound, ideal for use with both concrete and plasters. It is based on specialised surfactants and synthetic resin which impart superior flow and cohesive properties in concrete and mortars. Use of integral waterproofing compounds in concrete and mortar is one of the precautions taken to achieve a waterproof concrete or […]
Making precast concrete versatile
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant located near Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu has recently adopted precast technology for their housing need. This requirement originated from the recently approved additional reactors and the need to add additional manpower to operate the new reactors. For this, NPCIL approached precast vendors […]
Precast: above cast-in-situ concrete
Meeting challenges of skilled labours and expediting construction, the technology helps cater to market demand. Precast saves time, it takes only one-third of the time compared to the regular conventional method. Precast is manufactured in a controlled environment, hence it is much easier to control the quality of the mix, placement and curing. Weather plays […]
Lighting up transportation
Smart solutions can act as an additional security and traffic management tool for station operators enhancing passenger’s experience. Lighting plays a crucial role in enabling a better experience in public transportation systems such as railway stations and metros, enhancing the feeling of comfort and safety for passengers. India has the world’s second largest passenger load, […]
Bhopal, Jabalpur to have eco smart stations
Railway stations of Bhopal and Jabalpur will be developed into ecosmart stations to provide a healthy and eco-friendly environment to the rail commuters. A bottle crushing machine has been installed on the station premises and other alike machines have also been put up at Hatia and Muri station of Ranchi Division. These machines have made […]
ICF to roll out 301 coaches this fiscal
The Integral Coach Factory (ICF) of the Indian Railways manufactured 301 coaches in February, taking the total for this fiscal to 2,919. According to reports, this puts it among the largest railcar builders in the world. The total production at ICF, Chennai, which churned out India’s fastest train — the Vande Bharat Express, stood at […]