The collaboration would usher in a new era of environmentally friendly building materials. Prayagraj Power Generation Company (PPGCL) has signed an MoU with ZaaK Technologies GmbH to jointly establish India’s first Lypors pilot manufacturing plant at PPGCL. PPGCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of Renascent Power Ventures incorporated in India which is in turn a […]
Hero MotoCorp and BPCL collaborate for smart and connected large scale EV-charging infrastructure
In a development that is set to electrify India, Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a ‘Maharatna’ and a Fortune Global 500 Company, have collaborated to set up charging infrastructure for two-wheeled electric vehicles (EVs) across the country. Aligned with its Vision to “Be the Future […]
Blum India: Expanded distribution network, redefining business relations in India
Global leaders of furniture fittings consider India a key market for global growth. Blum, the Austrian manufacturer of furniture fittings, has been represented in India for more than 20 years, offering innovative fittings for the furniture industry. The Austrian company is now further developing its Indian subsidiary to include a newly constructed warehouse as well […]
Zamil Steel Buildings India Pvt Ltd partners with Trimble to transform steel fabrication around the world
Global construction technology leader Trimble (Nasdaq: TRMB) today announced that Zamil Steel, a global leader in Engineering and manufacturing of various high-quality steel products and the Middle East’s premier supplier of Pre-Engineered steel buildings and structural steel products, has chosen its software, including Tekla PowerFab, to transform steel fabrication in its factories in India, […]
PM dedicates to the nation railway lines connecting Thane and Diva
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi dedicated to the Nation two additional railway lines connecting Thane and Diva via video conferencing. He also flagged off two suburban trains of the Mumbai Suburban Railway. Governor and Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Union Railway Minister were among those present on the occasion. The Prime Minister started his address with […]
Architectural firms must be commissioned to design buildings loaded with passive design features
The analysis of design features to be selected and implemented on a project to project basis can be done easily with the software tools that are available says Suhaas Mathur, Sustainability Consultant, Woonerf Inc Especially in urban times when use of air conditioning products is a popular choice, how can a building achieve nero zero […]
Green buildings are environmentally responsible through their life cycle
There are numerous factors which make a building a green buildings and energy efficiency is one such factor says Swati Gupta, Manager, GRIHA Council (West Zone) Why is net zero building a big deal in contemporary times? In a world with ever depleting resources and one that depends on non-renewable sources, the requirement of net […]
Net zero design can take a cue from our architectural heritage
Numerous examples of our traditional architecture and forts were loaded with luxury and grandiose but yet locally relevant says Sabeena Khanna, Architect & Founder Principal, Studio KIA (India & UAE) Why is net zero building a big deal in contemporary times? Development is the process of growth, and sustainable development is ‘when needs of the […]
Machine Room-Less (MRL) elevators use up to 80% less energy
Other energy-saving measures include the extensive use of light-emitting diodes (LED) in elevators cabs and escalators, says Mr. Manish Mehan, CEO & MD, TK Elevators What role can elevators play in aiding a building become net zero carbon building and what initiatives TK Elevator has taken in this regard? Elevators allow cities to expand upwards […]
Most of the finest design projects begin with a conversation
Founder of Mumbai & Auckland based product design studio Farzin Adenwalla opines goals, budget, timeline, consumer are all important parameters for good design and it all begins with a conversation Good design is human-centric Good design is human-centric. It is not only focused on the aesthetic aspects but also takes into consideration how user experiences […]
