Arab Construction World – January 2010 When you picture Sydney, most likely the Sydney Opera House comes to mind. Say “Paris,” and the Eiffel Tower springs up in your mind’s eye. And very soon, when you picture Singapore, the soaring towers of the Marina Bay Sands will define that city.
Background As is the case with every single building, regardless of original building process, they require rehabilitation in some form overtime. In some cases, this rehabilitation can be simple patch work or maybe an upgrade in aesthetics; simple and quick fixes. However, there are occasions where rehabilitation projects are cumbersome and tough to perform. This … Read More
Concrete Technology Today – VOL.2 2009 Waterproofing is an essential step in preventing water damage and preserving the integrity of concrete structures. In the case of concrete water tanks, ensuring effective, reliable waterproofing is even more critical.
Background Located in the heart of Gurgaon, India, just twelve kilometers (7.5 miles) from New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, Essel Towers is a housing colony of nine towers boasting over 1100 modern apartments. Surrounded by lush landscaped gardens, a swimming pool and modern amenities, the towers are one of Gurgaon’s most well-appointed places to live. … Read More
Background Known as the desert’s most exciting city, Dubai is the second largest of the seven United Arab Emirates. The desert and coastline are being rapidly transformed to reveal Dubai’s potential as one of the most significant international cities of the 21st century. Situated just outside of fast-developing Dubai City, the Dubai Outsource Zone (DOZ) … Read More
Background The Norwest Private Hospital project consists of two main portions: the four-story Private Hospital and the three-story Medical Centre. Excavation for the project commenced in January 2008. The Hospital structure was completed in 14 weeks and the ground floor of the Medical Centre was followed shortly afterwards. This facility includes the development of 171 … Read More
Arab Construction World – August 2008 As the official international airline of the UAE and one of the fastest growing airlines in the world, Emirate Airlines is looking to construct a seven-storey building to house the company’s call-center operations in the Dubai Outsource Zone (DOZ).
Keeping the Atlantis Hotel’s Water Park Watertight with UV-Resistant Protection Background Atlantis, a $1.5-billion resort, is located at the center of the crescent of the Palm Jumeirah, off the coast of Dubai. The resort features two hotel towers linked by an arch and a 170,000-square meter (42-acre) water-based theme park known as Aquaventure with an … Read More
Background Punto Central III is a significant component of a mixed-use development in San Pedro Garza García, Mexico. The development encompasses four towers and spans a total of 66,000 square meters, blending residential, commercial, and recreational spaces. Challenges The project site presented a substantial challenge due to a high water table, with groundwater located just … Read More
Reducing the Risk of Fire Hazards and Water Hazards with One System Background During the construction of his seven-meter-deep (23-foot-deep) factory in Amghara, Kuwait, Faiz Al Dosary had two major concerns. The first was the possible risk of a fire hazard happening. After all, his factory would be surrounded by many other factories that would … Read More
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