KONE has targeted a 40% reduction in the greenhouse gas emissions in connection to the materials and lifetime energy use expended by our products Amit Gossain, Managing Director, KONE Elevators India, talks about the company’s growth, sustainability goals and incorporation of AI in elevators and escalators. What are the trending technologies in new age elevators […]
A boom in the construction sector is expected by the end of this year
In an interview with Ace Update, P. K. Ganguly, Head Marketing – OTR, Balkrishna Industries reposes his faith on the building and construction industry and points out that BKT is prepared and ready to meet the upcoming demands of the industry. What is your take on the ongoing developments happening in the construction and mining […]
Excon : Rise of the Machines
Excon, the much awaited construction equipment and construction technology trade fair, is back in Bangalore from 17th to 21st May 2022. End users and industry players will be back at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre where the event will be held for a period of 5 days. After a Covid-19 induced hiatus, the 11th edition […]
Monsoon months can be a challenge for any under-construction building
Hence it is necessary to ensure that the core structure of under construction buildings should be ready before the monsoon season sets in, says Vinit Dungarwal, Director at AMs Project Consultants Pvt. Ltd. Most of the under-construction buildings witness two or more cycles of monsoon, what are some of the efficient ways to ensure they […]
Architects and Builders need to be more sensitive to waterproofing issues
In India we have the capability to overcome complex problems, just that our architects and builders need to be more sensitive to it, says Bibhas Agarwal, Proprietor, Anagha Engineers. Bibhas Agarwal talks about what kind of waterproofing chemicals are best suited for different purposes. What kind of adhesives are best suited for inclement weather? Why? […]
Jakson completes its Mumbai Metro Project
As part of its EPC portfolio, Jakson Group, one of India’s fastest-growing energy companies, completed Line 2A for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority(MMRDA) through Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. In this project, Jakson Group was engaged as an Electrical and Mechanical contractor for Line 2A and Charkop Depot. The Scope of work included design verification, […]
ABB India’s Nelamangala, Bengaluru Campus certified green; receives highest IGBC Rating
The integrated campus is one of the eight in Karnataka, and one among 63 in India having earned the Platinum rating by IGBC. With 30% energy savings, and a water positivity index of 1.24*, the campus testifies ABB’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality. ABB India announced that its Integrated Campus in Nelamangala, Bengaluru, has received […]
JPMorgan Chase unveils plans for new global headquarters building in New York City
JPMorgan Chase unveiled the design for its new state-of-the-art global headquarters at 270 Park Avenue, reinforcing its commitment to New York City. The 1,388-foot/423 meter, 60-story skyscraper – designed by Foster + Partners – will be New York City’s largest all-electric tower with net zero operational emissions and exceptional indoor air quality that exceeds the […]
BLT Built Design accepting entries for its 2022 edition
BLT Built Design Awards is a global reference in the construction industry, representing the best of Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Product Design and Project Management. Zurich, Switzerland. The 2022 BLT Built Design Awards is now accepting entries into its four major categories, from architectural design, interior design, construction products design and project management. It welcomes […]
Godrej Security Solutions and Fire & Security Association of India come together to launch a Fire Safety assessment
Godrej Security Solutions (GSS), India’s leading home and institutional security solutions brand, today announced their collaboration with FSAI to launch a customized fire safety assessment, which will identify establishments as fire compliant. This program will be coined Godrej Fire Risk Assessor. At the unveiling of the Godrej Fire Risk Assessor, Mr Ajit Raghavan, FSAI – […]
