If it was not for elevators the existence of high-rises wouldn’t have come into the picture at all, it is safe to hence say that elevators play an important role in addressing the urban challenges too. As the skyline of the cities change and vertical high rises continue to rise higher, the importance of elevators […]
Touchless technologies are attractive options in this current environment
Otis’ eCall app enables passengers to use their cell phone as their personal elevator call button and call an eCall-equipped elevator when approaching it says Sebi Joseph, President, Otis India. When it comes to escalator and elevator solutions for commercial high-rises and residential highrises, are they specific in nature or same, kindly elucidate? Elevators are […]
High Rises – Addressing the urban realities
The construction of a high-rise requires a well-organized approach. All the stakeholders have to work in tandem to ensure the structure is and also remains safe, robust and sustainable for generations to come. High-rise has become a necessity in the urban landscape to gratify the need for affordable as also quality housing. The rate of […]
Designing a high-rise structure is a completely different ball game
It is an ultimate test not only for the architect but also the contractor, the proportion of skill, resource and experience of the executing agency decide how easy or difficult it is to build in constrained-space environments says Prem Nath, Principal Architect, Prem Nath and Associates. FEM analyses, wind tunnel test etc. What are the […]
FEM Analysis and wind tunnel test has gained importance today
The construction of high-rises has also witnessed the utilization of other techniques like 3D volumetric construction, flat slabbing technology and insulating concrete formwork says Ram Raheja, Director, S Raheja Realty. FEM analyses, wind tunnel test etc. What are the different kinds of analysis needed before the construction of a high-rise? The construction methods of high-rise […]
KONE’s pioneering solutions aids vertical mobility with energy efficient elevators
KONE’s comprehensive People Flow Intelligence solutions comprise of smart, scalable solutions for access and destination control as well as information communication and equipment monitoring says Amit Gossain, MD, KONE Elevator India. When it comes to escalator and elevator solutions for commercial high-rises and residential high-rises, are they specific in nature or same, kindly elucidate? […]
Asian Granito India Ltd inaugurates export house at Morbi
The export house will have the entire range of tiles, sanitary ware and bath ware range including 3000 plus products in all sizes, designs and finishes at one place for the trade partners across the globe. Showcasing the company’s production and technological excellence at one place, Asian Granito India Ltd – one of India’s leading tiles companies its […]
AkzoNobel India introduces pioneering paint to support infrastructure plans
Powered by Carbon Shield Technology, it bridges a current gap in the market and could play a major role in helping to support India’s infrastructure agenda. The Indian government’s efforts to provide the country with world class infrastructure have been boosted by the introduction of a first-of-its-kind anti-carbonation paint developed by AkzoNobel. Dulux Professional Weathershield […]
Trimble hosts its first-ever virtual Tekla User Days event in India
The highly-anticipated annual symposium drew over 3,000 participants, including industry leaders, stalwarts and professionals from across the construction lifecycle. Global construction technology leader Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) hosted its flagship annual event for Indian customers, Tekla Users Days (TUD) India. Keeping in mind the safety and well-being of the attendees in the wake of the global […]
Calicut based architecture studio sweeps three national awards at IIID Design Excellence Awards 2019
The ongoing projects that the creative studio is presently working on are VPS Lakshore Hospital (Cochin), VPS Laskshore Medical Center (Calicut), Myg Digital Hub (Kerala), Residence in Manali, Chennai and Bangalore, Residence in Paris and Flora Vythiri Resorts Wayanad. Humming Tree, an architecture studio based in Calicut, under the creative direction of two Co-founders Ar. […]