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The Water Africa and East Africa Building & Construction event is coming to Rwanda in November 2018 following on from over 20 years of successful events held in Sub-Sahara Africa.

The 2018 event will be held at the Serena Hotel, Kigali where the facilities offer exhibitors and visitors a 5 Star experience.

This event follows those previously held in Nigeria 2017 and Ghana in 2018 and will be the first held in Rwanda. The event will encompass an exhibition covering products and services related to the Water, Sanitation, Building & Construction Sectors with a Seminar programme running alongside tackling subjects which are germane to these sectors, the Rwandan economy, its people and infrastructure.

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COVER STORY: Green Building in Africa 14 Geosynthetics: Geosynthetics in Road Construction 20 Access Control Systems: Factors to consider while selecting ACS 22

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Editor's Comment

Factors to consider while selecting Access Control Systems

Green Building makes sense for Africa

Having a good security system as well as a controlled and monitored access not only safeguards a business or company from theft and damage.

The African continent is changing fast. According to the African Development Bank (AfDB), since 2005, 20 countries in Africa are now among the top 50 most-improved world economies in business regulatory efficiency. Moreover, by 2030, urban populations will increase by an additional 350 million people; and by 2050, the African population is projected to reach 2.4 billion.This rate of growth poses both challenges and opportunities. Unless the growth is coupled with a shift to renewable resources, climate change will pose a threat to food production, health and economic security to a continent that is already struggling with these issues.

22 4 safety measures every construction worker must take

The UNEP Sustainable Buildings and Climate Initiative attributed 30% of annual carbon emissions to the global building sector.Architects and consulting engineers are therefore constantly coming up with alternative and cost-efficient building designs to offset the impact of the building on its immediate environment.

Construction work can be considered anything but fully safe. Employers needs to take care of the safety and security of the workers.

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Green construction is a great tool to facilitate growth while simultaneously addressing the issues of climate change through energy saving and reducing greenhouse gas emissions; and poverty alleviation through job creation. Nevertheless, green building benefits go beyond economics and the environment.

They have shown to bring positive social impacts with regards to the health and wellbeing of people who work or live in green buildings.

Construction Site Safety: 4 safety measures for every construction worker 26 Lubricants: Lubricants fight against costly downtime 30 Profile: A - Z Commercial Kitchen & Laundry Solutions 33 Profile: ULMA's solution of formwork and scaffolding systems 34 Profile: Celebrating a Decade of Architectural Innovation (IPDC) 36

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CORPORATE NEWS

CDC and Globeleq to develop solar power plant in South-East Kenya

Mota-Engil and Shoreline Group Enter into a Joint Venture Agreement US $50m investment by CDC and for Nigeria US $16m from Globeleq is set to bring clean power and jobs to Malindi region in Kenya. CDC, the UK’s development finance institution has alongside its partner, Globeleq, announced a US $66 million debt investment in Malindi Solar Group, to build a 52MWp solar photovoltaic power plant in South-East Kenya.

Mota-Engil Africa and Shoreline entered into joint-venture agreement for the Nigerian market. The agreement was signed by Manuel Mota, CEO of Mota-Engil Africa and Kola Karim, founder and CEO of Shoreline Group.

Fibertex SA – part of a global organisation, with its head office in Denmark has recently been awarded ISO 9001:2015 quality management system certification at the Hammarsdale manufacturing plant.

The long-term, 16-year financing will provide much needed power in the Malindi area, which currently struggles with regular power shortages and relies largely on expensive thermal plants.

“The Hammarsdale facility – one of seven Fibertex factories worldwide – manufactures an extensive range of non woven geosynthetic products, in line with stringent international and local quality, safety and environmental specifications,” says Clive Hitchcock, CEO, Fibertex SA. “The KZN plant has successfully completed a rigorous audit and is now certified to ISO 9001:2015 requirements. Fibertex SA was awarded the coveted CE marking in 2016 – a mandatory certification for products sold within the European Economic Area (EEA), with certain products being certified to exceed 100 years durability.

The Malindi plant will provide 52 MWp of clean generation capacity to the Kenyan grid. Kenya’s per capita electricity consumption is well below the Sub-Saharan average and 44% below the level that would be expected for its level of GDP per capita.

The joint-venture vehicle, through which the Mota-Engil group will enter this market will be called Mota-Engil Nigeria Limited and will be held 51% by Mota-Engil Africa and 49% by Shoreline, a group with significant presence in the Nigerian market. HRH, the Emir of Kano will be the President of the Company.

“The local operation, which is well positioned to meet growing demand for geosynthetic products, not only in Africa, but also from countries in Europe, Australasia and Asia, is the largest plant in Africa that manufactures geo textiles from virgin Polypropylene (PP).

Located in a region where load shedding is widespread and power demand is increasing, it is expected most of the generation will be consumed locally.

The Hammarsdale facility-one of the seven fibertex factories worldwide.

Fibertex SA has been awarded new ISO specifications and local projects

Mota-Engil Nigeria Mota-Engil Nigeria will focus on construction contracts, aiming to achieve a leading position in the sector, focussing on the main tenders for construction and infrastructure coming to market in the coming years.

Kaytech creates rock solid base for the R42 in South Africa November 2017 saw the commencement of a routine road rehabilitation project on the R42, a provincial route connecting Vanderbijlpark and Bronkhorstspruit in Southern Gauteng. Of concern however, to the engineer from Aphane Consulting, were numerous wet areas that seemed impossible to compact.

Recognising that a composite geotextile would

A section of the R42 earmarked for rehabilitation by Gautrans.

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be the best solution to cover the wet areas, Kaytech’s unique RockGrid PC was specified.

The design included a pioneer layer of 500 mm dumprock to be wrapped completely, bottom, sides and top, with RockGrid PC 50/50. An imported G1 blinding layer installed above would provide protection of the geotextile.

First composite geotextile RockGrid PC is the first composite geotextile to be manufactured in South Africa. Its unique characteristics are derived from a non woven layer, offering optimum drainage capacity and high installation survivability, in conjunction with high tenacity, bi-axially oriented multifilament polyester yarns providing a high tensile modulus.

The section of the R42 earmarked for rehabilitation by Gautrans, the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport was Barrage Road, between Makro Vanderbijlpark

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and the Vaal Mall. Basil Read was the main contractor while Kwa Mhlanga Construction was contracted to install RockGrid PC. With adequate drainage of the wet areas being vitally important, Kaytech’s FloDrain system was also specified in conjunction with RockGrid PC. The in-plane drainage capacity of RockGrid PC will ensure interception of migrating seepage redirecting it to FloDrain collectors.

A pre-manufactured composite subsoil drainage system, FloDrain comprises a Flownet drainage core wrapped in a bidim filter jacket. Bidim is Kaytech’s continuous filament, needle punched, nonwoven geotextile manufactured from 100% recycled polyester.

The vertically installed FloDrain fin is connected to a Kaytech Geopipe whose 70% perforated surface area provides unsurpassed infiltration capacity. www.constructionreviewonline.com

ASSOCIATION NEWS

NSE to boost water supply in Nigeria

USEA signs US $500,000 MOU to boost solar energy

The Nigerian Society of Engineers, NSE in collaboration with the government is set to boost water supply in bid to reduce challenges facing provision of water in the country.

Uganda’s off-grid solar expansion programme has been granted US

Confirming the report, Minster of Water Resources, Suleiman Adamu said that the country’s water sector has been going through challenges which have resulted to inadequate provision of potable water to Nigerians.

The agreement states that the USEA will help in ensuring solar

National Water Resources Bill Nevertheless, the NSE revealed that one of the plans to boost the water sector is to pursue final passage of the National Water Resources Bill into law and ensure its implementation along with all other approved policies in the sector by all stakeholders to engender best practices in Nigeria’s water governance.

The USEA consists of more than 95 private companies providing

NSE added that the government will also continue with the implementation of ongoing projects as planned and reprioritize as resources permit, with the aim of efficient delivery of the projects to ensure value for money and safeguard government’s investments.

“We will also ensure that future projects are only embarked upon in accordance with the provisions of the Water Resources Masterplan and after proper engineering designs and adequate project preparation,” Adekunle Mokuolu, NSE President said.

$500,000 by the US government-funded initiative, Power Africa Uganda Accelerator to boost solar energy access solutions after a Memorandum of Understand was signed between Power Africa and Uganda Solar Energy Association, USEA.

energy dealers comply by availing high quality products and services to their customers. Power Africa will financially support USEA in training its staff, dealers and promotion of solar energy solutions to the general public.

Three year strategic plan solar energy solutions to consumers especially in rural areas.USEA chairman Emmy Kimbowa, said that the support deal is a timely boost to the sub-sector as the government pushes for increased uptake of solar energy solutions for off-grid rural communities.

Kimbowa says they have developed a three-year strategic plan from 2018 to 2020 in which the association will focus on recruiting more members to cover every district at the sub-county level.

REZA to implement Mini Economic Solar and Plant (MiESP) project Renewable Energy Zanzibar Association (REZA) is set to implement Mini Economic Solar and Plant (MiESP) projects in a bid to promote innovation in renewable energy’ project across the country with technical support from Zanzibar Utilities Regulatory Authority- (ZURA) and the ‘State University of Zanzibar (SUZA).

According to REZA Executive Secretary Mr Ramadhan Said Omar, ‘Urbis Foundation’ as the main founder of the project aims at changing the mindset of local people and leaders on sustainable renewable Energy.

Training community leaders “We are training community leaders about

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and

people

creativeness

and entrepreneurship in using renewable energy, beginning with solar power. So far REZA has trained 162 community leaders and other stakeholders since last year in the targeted areas of North A and North B districts where people are now sidelining use of Kimbowa L and whitetaker exchange papers after signing the MOU.

traditional energy and turning to

MBSA condemns illegal and violent demands for construction works

ZURA

Master Builders South Africa (MBSA) has condemned illegal and

monitoring

violent demands for construction works, following reports of violent

standards

intimidation and harassment of its members and their employees by

quality, safety, health and the

mafia-style business forums on construction sites in KwaZulu-Natal

environment, promoting private

and other parts of the country.

sector

solar,” said Omar. will

responsible review,

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competition MBSA Executive Director, Roy Mnisi said the federation is concerned

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about the spread of this trend to other provinces and has called for the country’s law enforcement agencies to assist in bringing sanity to the sector.

30% Demand The forums’ modus operandi is demanding 30% of the entire construction contract price while claiming to be fulfilling government’s mantra of radical economic transformation. www.constructionreviewonline.com

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EVENTS NEWS

The Big 5 Construct East Africa 2018

9th East & Central Africa Roads & Rail Infrastructure Summit 2018

The Official Exhibition of Kenya’s National Construction Week is back! The dedicated building and construction eventThe Big 5 Construct East Africa 2018 will bring the entire portfolio of building materials, construction products and solutions together under one roof.

The 9th East & Central Africa Roads & Rail Infrastructure Summit 2018, supported by the Ministry of Works, Transport & Communication from the United Republic of Tanzania and regional Works and Transport authorities from around region, will feature dedicated country sessions plus insightful presentations by industry experts.

The 2018 edition of the event will include 250 manufacturers, suppliers, traders, distributors and service providers of innovative construction solutions.7000 architects, engineers, builders, contractors, interior designers, consultants and all construction industry professionals are expected to visit the event. Attend free CPD certified workshops and hi-level conference by ICoRCE that will give you vital market knowledge. The Big 5 Construct East Africa 2018 is a must attend event that brings the construction industry together.

This cornerstone event will once again provide the authoritative platform that will synergize, strategize and reshape discussions to inspire new blueprints and dissect the critical issues hampering the successful execution of planned projects across the East and Central African region.

Efficient transport infrastructure An efficient transport infrastructure is critical in ensuring Africa truly benefits from its rich natural resources.

7-9 November 2018 10:00 – 18:00 Daily Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Kenya

Kenya

- Ethiopian Association of Civil Engineers

- Institute of Engineers of Kenya - Association of Consulting Engineers of - Kenya - Association of Professional Societies of East Africa APSEA)

Association Partners

- Association of Consulting Engineers Nigeria

Zimbabwe (Cifoz)

Surveying Profession

- Association of Professional Women

Ghana - Ghana Institute of Engineers

Engineers Of Nigeria - Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria - The Nigerian Institute of Architects - American Association of Petroleum Geologists Africa Region

- Khuthaza ( Women for Housing)

- Architects Registration Council

- Concrete Manufacturers Association

- Ghana Institute of Surveyors

- Green Building council of SA

- Ghana Green Builders Association

- South African Property Owners Association

- Ghana Institute of Planners

- Master Builders South Africa

- Association of Building and Civil Engineering

- Building and Construction Skilled Artisans

Contractors of Ghana

Association of Nigeria (BACSAAN)

Uganda

- Nigeria Society of Engineers - Nigeria Institute of Architects

Institute of Surveyors of Uganda

Namibia

Uganda Institute of Professional Engineers (UIPE) &

Institute of Namibian Quantity Surveyors

Zambia

Uganda society of Architects

Association of Consulting Engineers of Namibia

- Zambia Institute of Architects (ZIA)

Botswana

- Tanzania Institute of Quantity Surveyors

- Institute of Botswana Quantity Surveyors 6

Zimbabwe - The Construction Industry Federation of

- SAICE

- South African Council for the Quantity

Nigeria

- Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers

- Institution of Surveyors of Kenya

South Africa - ASAQS

- Construction Contractors Association of Ethiopia

- Zimbabwe Institute of Quantity Surveyors

- Kenya Property developers Association

The exhibition and the workshop is a fruitful opportunity to meet the most important political and economic figures in Nigeria in order to further discuss all possible business ways.

• B2B meetings between professionals and decision makers meet.

• This exhibition will gather exports and decision makers from the world to introduce opportunities and launch.

Find out what suits you best from about 14.3 million business prospects during the three-day event, with over hundreds of products, equipment and machinery.

and Quantity Surveyors (AQSRB)

- Association of Ethiopian Architects

- Institute of Quantity Surveyors of Kenya

NIGERIA BUILD EXPO is the only place to be if you are in the construction sector. With key dedicated product groups you can be part of, there is no better time to secure your stand space for 2018!

This is the most important event ever to be held in Nigeria

- Tanzania’s Registration Board of Architects

Ethiopia

- Architectural Association of Kenya

Nigeria Build Expo 2018- 11th-13th October 2018

Tanzania

- Construction Regulation Board (CRB)

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- Association of Building and Civil Engineering Contractors (ABCEC). www.constructionreviewonline.com

PRODUCTS NEWS

Van Dyck Floors reveals another masterpiece – the Mozart Collection Van Dyck Floors has created the masterpiece in carpet tiles – the latest Mozart Collection. This innovative range of darker shaded carpet tiles combines the latest in interior trends with comfort, style and affordability.

“Van Dyck Floors has always prided itself in meeting market needs with truly on-trend, versatile carpet tile options that are suited to a variety of commercial interior requirements,” said Bernd de Smedt, Sales & Marketing Director of Van Dyck Floors.

“The latest Mozart Collection is available in a range of three colours in six different designs that provide a really upmarket, trendy look and feel that will certainly remain classy and contemporary for many years to come,” he added.

Incredible versatility The incredible versatility and practicality of carpet tiles in various contract applications has been proven over the years. They are manageable and easy to install because of their size, and this extends through to replacement of worn or soiled carpet sections.

Rather than having to remove an entire floor because of a damaged section, carpet tiles require the replacement of only a fraction of carpet section, saving on costs and time. Replacing carpet tiles is also dust-free and quiet, which is an added bonus in open plan offices and big floor spaces.

Kingshofer unveils new P-Seriesorange peel grapples Kinshofer has unveiled a new orange peel grapples which are designed to reduce damage to the device’s hoses and other components and to increase the amount of material that can be grabbed.

Kinshofer’s new P-Series orange peel grapples grab more debris, better protect components. The grapples are attached to excavators of 16 to 88 tons and loader cranes and can hold 4 cubic yards of material for scrap, demolition, loading and unloading tasks.

Available options Options include three, four or five times. Four tine profiles are available: fully closing, half closing, pointed and wide-style pointed.

The tines have a slim design to help them penetrate scrap and demolition piles.

The grapple’s hydraulic cylinders have replaceable piston rod protection that is hydraulically cushioned. Removable covers provide quick access to hoses, oil and grease points.

360-degree rotation A heavy-duty slewing ring allows for 360-degree continuous rotation and ensures optimum force during operation, the company says. The non-return valve, located directly under the rotation device, retains the grapple’s load to increase safety during unintended pressure drops.

Manitowoc unveils Grove GRT9165 longest rough-terrain crane Manitowoc unveiled the Grove GRT9165, its strongest and longest rough-terrain crane, alongside 40t TMS500-2 truck crane with 149t (165 U.S. tons) of capacity and a 62.5 m (205-ft.), six-section, pinned boom.

The latest and highest performing Grove rough-terrain crane yet made its debut last week during a media event in Pennsylvania along with several other new cranes, including the new Grove TMS500-2.

Manitowoc says the GRT9165 has the longest reach and highest capacity of any Grove roughterrain crane, noting that its boom is 5 feet longer than the closest competing model.Tip height on the new crane maxes at 91.2 m (299.1 ft.) and both manual and hydraulic extensions are available.

“The crane’s longer reach in particular will help lifters to bid for and complete more jobs with a single crane, increasing their capabilities,” says Manitowoc rough-terrain cranes product manager Paul Cutchall.

Lead engineer on the GRT9165, Aaron Woodruff, said a large focus during the development of this crane was improving transportability.

CM Labs introduces a new crane Signaler Training Station CM Labs has introduced its new crane Signaler Training Station that allows for team training while using the company’s Vortex Trainer and Vortex Advantage simulators.

With the station, a trainee can simulate giving hand signals to direct the trainee operating the crane simulator. The station has a webcam and provides a picture-in-picture display on the crane simulator.

The signaler can move around the simulated work site to inspect the lifting area and identify potential hazards. It allows team members to train simultaneously, as well as be trained in situations that are too risky or costly to do in real life.

“We’d always hear, ‘We like the 9130, we like the 9150, but they’re difficult to move, costly to move, especially in certain parts of the country,” said Manitowoc.

Manitowoc engineers got the crane down to an overall height of only 3.8 m (148.5 inches), and added hydraulically removable counterweight and outrigger boxes and a hydro-gas suspension on the rear axle.

“From job planning to after-action review, collaborative learning builds effective teams,” said Lisa Barbieri, CM Labs’ vice president of marketing. www.constructionreviewonline.com

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MANAGEMENT

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STEPS TO SUCCESSFUL EXECUTION OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS

written. Special attention should be given to this provision to avoid adjustment which may lead to delays, changes in project costs, claims and ultimately disputes.

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onstruction projects are unique and in most cases faced with a lot of uncertainties. It is common that construction projects face schedule, cost and quality issues throughout their life. The fundamentals of a project are stipulated in construction contracts which include the scope of work, change orders, compensation and schedule. Other contract requirements include insurance, indemnification, warranties, suspension and termination and dispute resolution procedures. Focusing on the contract fundamentals will build a solid foundation for your next successful project.

In as much as all the contract requirements are concerned, the major fundamental issues include the scope of works, change orders, compensation and schedule and will be discussed briefly in this article.

1. Scope of Work Consider having a clearly defined scope of works for your next project which you intend to bid and negotiate. The scope of works will include drawings, standards and specifications and also the shared responsibility of the project parties. Make sure that the roles of the project parties is clearly defined in the contract. In most cases, the scope of works focus more on the work of the contractor; however, contractors will need to ensure that the roles of the owner (e.g. providing site access, material supply etc.), architect/ engineer and specialty contractors is well

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2. Change Orders It is important to note that even the well laid out plans end up with a change. It is therefore important to make sure that a change order provision is provided for in the contract. This provision will be aimed at addressing any future changes should they arise. Such change orders arise from the scope of works that was discussed above and therefore, the scope of works should serve as a yard stick against which any change should be measured. Also to include in the change order provision is the mechanism for pricing the changes should they arise.

A well-defined change order clause will include fully agreed labor rates, equipment rental rates, allowable mark-ups on material and subcontracts, site/schedule extension costs, and allowable mark-ups for overhead and profit. It is advisable that change order rates are negotiated at the time of negotiating the contract than when they arise sometime into the project.

Therefore, the contention of change orders can be reduced if the rules are set and agreed upon before they actually occur.

3. Compensation As contractor in business, you need to make money while the owner of the project is looking at getting value for their money.

Therefore, payment terms need to be clearly stipulated in a contract. How much the contract is and when and how to be paid must clearly be defined in the contract.

There are different types of payment which include reimbursable/cost plus to lump sum to target price with a sharing of underruns/overruns, and everything in between. Whichever payment type that is agreed upon, it must be clear to avoid any ambiguity. It all boils down to money: how

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much and how or when it is paid. There are numerous payment methods from. Each payment scheme should be well defined in the contract to remove ambiguity.

Key terms under this clause also need to be defined in the contract. For example, it is essential to define “cost” in cost plus contracts. Does it include department and corporate overhead? Likewise, when applying a percentage mark-up for overhead and profit, does that also apply to subcontracted work, or just the main contract?

It is also important to define the payment terms such as payment milestones or progress payments. Contractors should be careful to make sure payment milestones are clearly defined so as not to hold up payment, whereas owners should ensure that a contractor’s cash flow is reasonable and not excessively cash positive.

4. Schedule It is important that both parties to the contract agree on the base schedule especially if the contract contains provisions for damages if there are delays of bonuses for early completion. Good schedules will capture refined details of the project with defined start and end dates.

The work flow and sequencing of key activities together with certain milestones also need to be defined. It is essential that parties agree on the float for example “who owns the float and who gets to use it first”.

Rarely is this float defined in the contract but is often the source of costly claims and disputes.

It is good practice to regularly update your schedule during project execution. This will include actual activity completion dates together with other important scheduling data that can support any delay claims or concerns that may arise. This will help avoid disputes and allow any issues to be addressed appropriately. www.constructionreviewonline.com

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INTERVIEW

Going modular: How modularisation is transforming plant design and build

W

hile Industry 4.0 continues

and construction equipment. In many of these

to revolutionize the way

countries there is also a severe lack of qualified

manufacturing and processing

construction personnel, which can impact the

plants operate, many businesses are also looking

overall quality of a project.

at how the design and build of a facility can be

Constructing on a dedicated fabrication site, such

accomplished more efficiently.

as Boulting’s facility in St Helens, overcomes these issues as the infrastructure is already in

Dave Friar, international operations director at engineering solutions provider Boulting

Here, Dave Friar, international operations

place. Experienced laborers are also at hand

director at engineering solutions provider

to build, test and commission a facility before

Boulting, explores the concept of modularisation

shipping and erecting in its final location,

and how it is transforming the design and build

ensuring a quicker and more cost-effective

process both at home and overseas.

solution.

Modularisation is not a new concept. In fact,

Build location can also be an issue if the facility

many plants have been using it to reduce the

is in a hazardous environment or has the potential

complexity of internal systems for many years.

for adverse weather conditions or extreme

However, more and more plant managers

temperatures. For example, sea-based constructs

are now exploring the model as a way of

are subject to unpredictable seas as well as strong

reducing construction costs of a plant and, more

offshore winds, which makes these projects

interestingly, testing new markets.

prime candidates for a modular approach.

The process involves pre -manufacturing a

With the UK set to retain its title as a world

facility and its components on an established

leader in offshore wind power, the country’s

production site, before shipping it to the desired

capacity has the potential to expand up to

location and piecing it together. Each facility is

five times its current level by 2030. To ensure

made up of a number of container modules of

this capacity is expanded safely and reliably,

varying sizes, within which all of the required

modularisation may be the key.

equipment is installed.

Construction at sea can be both dangerous and

Modularisation is not a new concept. In fact, many plants have been using it to reduce the complexity of internal systems for many years. However, more and more plant managers are now exploring the model as a way of reducing construction costs of a plant and, more interestingly, testing new markets.

Drivers for modularisation

costly. Modularisation minimizes risk and time

Designing and manufacturing components

spent in the hazardous area, allowing the facility

off-site ensures an accurate use of materials, a

to be built and tested in a controlled environment.

controlled waste system and scheduled delivery.

The overall outcome is often more sustainable

While it has its benefits, particularly for projects

and cost effective, allowing the delivery of

overseas, some builds do not lend themselves to

increasingly complex projects.

modularisation. If site construction is considered routine and a suitably skilled workforce is

With many manufacturers moving operations

available, then modularisation may not be the

to developing countries where costs are lower,

best course of action.

plants are often built in remote locations with limited infrastructure such as power, road access

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Planning your modular build

ISO footprint

Every facility is unique and the build

If the project is overseas, like the one

process should be looked upon in the same

mentioned above, the containers must

way.The actual planning of a modular

follow an ISO footprint, which is similar to

build is not dissimilar to that of a field

a traditional shipping container. However,

construction build. It all comes down to the

if the project’s end site is in the same

needs and wants of the client.

country where it is being prefabricated, skid mounting is a more effective technique.

The top consideration for any modular build is the size of the plant and the equipment

This approach is a popular method for

needed. This immediately impacts on

distributing and storing machinery and

the type and total number of containers

involves permanently mounting equipment

required, which can in-turn effect shipping

onto the container frame or rails, ensuring

and transportation costs.

equipment is safely transported to its final location.

The modules themselves are available in multiple shapes and sizes, each with

While there are no specific regulations and

their own unique features. Mega, large

legislation surrounding modular builds,

and intermediate modules require special

projects must still adhere to the legislative

shipping by either sea or rail. Smaller

requirements of static builds, including

containers, such as truckable, pipe-rack and

Planning, Building Regulations and Good

skid mounted,are easily moved by large

Manufacture Practice.

road cargo vehicles. Before selecting the best module for the job, engineers should

As overseas investment continues to grow,

ensure that there is appropriate access to

modularisation is expected to become

waterways, rails and roads.

more widely used in the years to come.

With so many benefits, it’s hard to see

At present, we are working on an alcohol

why manufacturers wouldn’t explore the

blending plant at our production facility

concept’s potential.

in St Helens. The plant, which will be shipped to Angola by sea, consists of eleven

Whatever the solution, be it modular or

purpose-built 40ft containers. The plant

fixed, it’s important that the decision is

itself only takes up six containers, with the

not rushed and all factors are carefully

remaining five being used to ship additional

considered, not just the benefits. Working

equipment.

with a leading provider of prefabrication and modularisation services, such as

This particular facility is being used to test a

Boulting, can ensure the right decision is

potential new market. Should it prove to be

made for your plant in the most efficient

a success, the modular build will be taken

way possible.

apart and shipped to a new location and replaced by a fixed build.

"While it has its benefits, particularly for projects overseas, some builds do not lend themselves to modularisation."

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COVER STORY

Green Building

IN AFRICA T

he future growth in Africa presents a

African countries, minimum standards for

tremendous opportunity to reinvent the

building and construction either do not exist or

way we build to benefit the economy,

are decades out of date, leading to widespread

society and enable humanity and nature to thrive together. Sub-Saharan Africa is among the fastest-growing regions of the world, expanding at 4.5 % per year, with countries such as Ethiopia, Zambia and Tanzania expected to reach 7 %. According to New Climate Economy, by 2050, urban areas in subSaharan Africa will be home to 800 million more people than in 2014. With this rapid economic growth comes a significant boom in construction projects across the continent.

However,such growth presents significant opportunities, but also challenges.In many

low quality, inefficient and unsafe structures.

Over 200 million Africans live in informal settlements and are often migrating from rural villages in search of better economic opportunities, but many of these settlements are so poorly designed that economic, social and environmental stability are at risk.In Dar es Salaam, for instance, it is estimated that up to 70% of the population live in informal settlements.

Fuelled by this growth and opportunity, and also by the challenges faced, an African green building movement was been established.

In 2007, Green Building Council (GBC) South Africa was founded and since then, early-stage Green Building Councils have developed in Tanzania, Kenya, Ghana, Namibia and Mauritius while in other countries like Botswana, Nigeria, Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia and Uganda, discussions are still ongoing about how they could adapt the GBC model in their countries.

Over the last six years, there has been significant uptake of green buildings. Building green or is increasingly becoming an industry standard in the South African market where the industry is doubling every year, and as the Green Building Council of South Africa GBCSA introduces more rating tools, the uptake for green buildings will continue to grow exponentially.

IN AF

market transformation. While outside help is tremendously important to provide capacity,

start-up capital and best practices, ultimately,

leaders from the country can best shape, design and build solutions fit for local climatic needs, culture, politics and business.Kenya’s current building codes for instance, were written 20 years ago thus a number of foreign standards have been used instead, to enable international benchmarking.

Consequently Kenya Green Building Society has developed a new framework that takes into account the Kenyan environment, materials and the people. The Green Building Council in Ghana for instance has worked with the national government and created the Eco Communities National Framework, that offer guidance on how sustainable communities should be planned, designed, constructed,

Theory of change

operated, maintained and renewed.

The theory of change underlying the Green

Green Building Councils in Africa are

Building Council model is that of local

additionally working on scaling and

leaders being placed best to enable their own

recognizing and building solutions that

GREEN BUILDI Catholic University of East Africa Learning Resource Centre Kenya

celebrate the geographic, cultural and

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GREEN BUILD Building skills

Through training a green workforce and providing local employment, GBCs are becoming instrumental in transforming labor markets while also giving their companies and countries a global competitive edge as markets align towards a decarbonizes economy. In Kenya, for the past three years Web Limited , a member of Kenya GBS has run a Green Schools Campaign to give parents, teachers, students, companies and local organizations the opportunity to transform schools into healthy, safe and productive learning environments To date this campaign has directly reached 10 different schools in Kenya, including in the Mathare Settlementwhich is a slum are in the city, involving1,412 students, teachers and local partners. The Kigamboni Housing Estate, a sustainable community supported by the Tanzania Green Building Council, houses 200 families, and has established a training centre on site in which local workers

FRICA

Sandbag Houses, Freedom Park, Cape Town, South Africa

can build competitive skills that could be deployed elsewhere, beyond the life of the

historic traditions of Africa. Green building

The country’s first 100 Green Star certified

practitioners have begun to recognize the

buildings on the continent are estimated to

ancient practices in local materials and

have saved 132 million kWh, 171 million kL

In order to realize the opportunities, Africa

processes for sustainable practices aside from

of drinking water, and about US $7m a year

must see a large-scale deployment of private,

modern technologies

and since then they now have 130 Green Star

public and philanthropic investment. By

certified buildings, almost doubling in the last

increasing the supply of innovative financial

12 months.

mechanisms as well as the data and evidence

Four strategies The main strategies that GBCs are focusing on include; supporting strong regulatory and voluntary frameworks recognizing and scaling local building materials and practices, training the green building workers of today and tomorrow, and directing much-needed foreign and domestic investment to green building.

The Councils are also working in their

South Africa has also introduced a socioeconomic certification category which allows the social and economic achievements of

project.

required to build a strong investment case for green development, national and international funds will flow.

buildings to be recognized and rewarded, and has developed an international socioeconomic framework to be used by other GBCs for their ratings tools.

countries to bring together architects, developers, government, business leaders and even schoolchildren to transform the way Africa builds into its future.

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GREEN BUILDING South Africa for instance, has been a pioneer in

various countries such as Namibia, Zambia,

air flow that might lesson the use of artificial

green or ‘climate’ bond issuance,the Industrial

Mauritius, Rwanda, Tanzania, Kenya and

lighting and air-conditioning, for instance as

Development Corporation and Nedbank issued

Ghana. Additionally, six buildings; three in

well as water consumption and waste to landfill

a green bond in 2012; and Johannesburg issued

Namibia, one in Rwanda, one in Kenya and

considerations.

the first municipal bond in the world in 2014,

one in Ghana, have been accredited under the

which direct investment into green building.

Green Star ratings credentials.

This has brought about a continuous growth in business with anumber of building and construction firms anticipating more than a majority of their work to be green and triple within the coming years.

Embracing the green design element According to the UNEP, Sustainable Buildings and Climate Initiative, 30% of annual carbon emissions are attributed to the global building

to Africa for original solutions, experiences

principles is not surprising as the industry’s

and expertise in the careful balancing act of

shift to embrace sustainable practices has a

optimizing equally social equity, economic

proven and significant economic business

prosperity and environmental stewardship.

case. The shift is also largely being driven by

The University of AgostinhoNeto in Angola,

continuous and growing pressure being placed

theEast gate Centre in Zimbabwe, learning

on the ‘built’ space to address inadequate

resource centre atCatholic University Kenya

energy resources, carbon reduction targets and

and the Sandbag system Freedom Park, in

revised building energy efficiency standards.

Cape Town South Africa are some of buildings

The green design elements may be vast,

become integral in the design and construction

and vary between buildings, but will most

of buildings in many parts of the world, as well

certainly at the very least include things like;

as in Africa.

the materials used in the building construction,

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now, the rest of the world may be looking

This progressive uptake of green building

sector. In response, green building design has

To date, GBCs have been established in

It is conceivable that in 10 to 15 years from

ranked among the greenest in Africa setting pace for the rest of the world with innovative strategies engaged to promote natural

IN AFRICA ventilation and passive cooling in all buildings.

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STANDING SEAM ROOFING IS IN KENYA;

Newlok At The Crystal Rivers Mall!

Safaricom Limited is Eastern Africa’s biggest

sought a roof that would reflect the image,

and MRM worked well in tandem. Installation

commercial enterprise which manifests the

presence and functionality of this edifice.

training for the contractor’s team and midwifing

winning possibilities of a partnership between

the installation process initially was given via

local and global players. The affiliated

Mabati Rolling Mills Ltd (MRM) did not

an expert flown in from the group’s South

Safaricom Staff Pension Scheme (SSPS) is

disappoint. This was standing seam territory

African operation. The first of 22.3 metre long

one of Kenya’s largest and a prime player in

without a doubt. In their Newlok profile, MRM

panels rolled off the mobile mill at 11.48AM on

the real estate sector. The Crystal River’s Mall

offered a perfect cover to match the class,

a cold, wet Saturday; the 18th of November

&Gated Community (CRMGC) in Athiriver,

safety and performance requirements at

to great excitement of the entire project

Machakos county is aKes. 3.5 billion jewel-

Crystal Rivers, indeed a new roof language for

construction team. Over the next fortnight, all

in-the-crown of SSPS’s grand ambitions, a

Kenya’s retail and prime commercial segment.

sheeting to cover over 75% of the mall roof

25 acre mixed-use development of 20,000

Though Crystal Rivers was Newlok’s first

were ready as the installation team pushed

sqM lettable mall area that at oncedemands

major project deployment in Kenya, in MRM’s

hard to cover the over 8,000 square metres of

attention alongKenya’s main arterial

holding SAFAL Group lay the necessary

roof area as finishing works held processing of

thoroughfare; the Mombasa-Nairobi highway

pedigree steer such projects to success across

the daunting 48.5M longest pieces for Zone C

that is a part of the great northern Cape-to-

any of the operative twelve East & Southern

that would house the mall’s anchor tenant.

Cairo corridor. This is a focal landmark that

African countries. Their projects & operations

articulates the rapid development story of

teams dispensed with cross-borader transfer

From initial baby steps, installation also

Machakos county as a satellite of Kenya

of the Newlok plant from its (then) Ugandan

gathered pace to cover over 70% of the roof

capital, Nairobi.

abode and mobilized at for profilingtowards

area by new year, 2018. Newlok was now

end 2017, having earlier supplied all the

firmly part of Kenya’s mall aesthetic!

It was in this context that the client and lead

Colourplus steel coils. To deliver the immense

consultants – Mutiso Menezes International of

promise of Newlok, the main contractor, the

In Newlok, MRM introduces the construction

Kenya & Paragon Architects of South Africa–

roofing subcontractor, the project consultants

project segment in Kenya to:-

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The architectural aerial impression of the Crystal Rivers Mall & Gated Community, off MombasaNairobi highway, Athi river

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The over 28M length Newlok sheets for segment 2 arrive on the deck via crane for installation

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promises a more aesthetic finish free of fastener dotting.

The great wheel of innovation at MRM continues to turn.

With every cycle comes immense and industry-turning products and services which benefit the industry and our environment; the latter an area of considerable attention not just at MRM but for all stakeholders.

Following in the mantra of Kenya’s celebrated environmentalist and Nobel Laureate, the late Prof Wangari Maathai, all must focus on doing their ‘little thing’ for mother earth. At MRM, the next little thing constitutes metallic paint finishes with high solar reflectance, revamped rain-water harvesting and green energy installation systems that promise great rewards for green-energy and sustainable development experts.

The first 22.3M long Newlok sheets in Kenya are site-profiled at Crystal Rivers, Athiriver These and more are the stuff that puts gloss on MRM and SAFAL Group’s status as Africa’s largest roofing company.

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GEOSYNTHETICS

GEOSYNTHETICS IN ROAD CONSTRUCTION

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Use of geosynthetic allows adequate liquid flow across the plane of the geo-textile.

he road sector in Africa is the main mode of transport carrying at least 80% and 90% of Passengers. 53% of

the Roads in Africa are un-paved, isolating people from basic education, health, services, transport, corridors and trade hubs and economic opportunities.

The scope of quality infrastructure in Africa is tremendous; geo-synthetics really improve the overall quality of the infrastructure and greatly increase its lifespan.

Re-Enforcement Geo-synthetics like non woven geo-textile and geo-grid, improve the overall strength of the soil. They also prevent lateral spreading of the base, increase the confinement and improve the vertical stress distribution of the sub-grade.

The combined benefits can enhance load carrying capacity of the road by well over 50%.

Separation Non woven geo-textile helps in keeping the two layers of soil namely: sub-grade and

According to Victor Ibrahim, Africa’s Regional Business Development Manager for ACE Geosynthetics , Getting the right product and specification for each project requirement is critical in making purchasing decision when it comes to geosynthetics, as there is no one size fit all in geosynthetics.

aggregate, apart; thus preventing mixing and

Non woven geo-textile helps in keeping the two layers of soil apart; thus preventing mixing and in turn deterioration of their function in the structure.

in turn deterioration of their function in the structure.

This also prevents contamination of the soil and helps each layer distinctly perform its function.

Filtration Use of geosynthetic allows adequate liquid flow across the plane of the geo-textile. The apparent opening size (AOS) allows water

Drainage

to pass freely from the geo-textile while

specification might be needed.

Non woven geo-textile has a very high

is due to the skillful manufacturing of the non

Functions of Geosynthetics in road construction

along its plane into the side ditches. This

For each project and application different

permeability and allows water to flow freely function allows adequate liquid flow without

preventing soil to pass through the same. This woven geo-textile’s AOS, which is always kept less than the size of the finer soil particles.

soil loss.

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ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS

Factors to consider while selecting Access Control Systems

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eing able to secure a business or commercial premise properly is among the greatest challenges that company management faces. The necessity of it makes companies, as well as property owners, go a long way in ensuring that the right security measures have been put in place and this, in most cases, involves a significant amount of technologically aided security systems. According to David Kariuki Waweru the Managing Director of Security Systems International Limited in Kenya, Access control systems have evolved tremendously over the years. “First access control was pins and code, then palms and biometric fingerprints. Now we have finger veins and face recognition making access control high level security,� he said. Security Systems International are suppliers of access control, CCTV, alarm, Time attendance, home video and audio entry

systems, automated gate; barriers, baggage scanners, metal detectors among other security equipment.

Having a good security system as well as a controlled and monitored access not only safeguards a business or company from theft and damage, but also facilitates the smooth operations of the day-to-day activities of the business.

It is essential to however put in mind that different companies have different security needs based on various factors both internal and external. Being able to determine these needs will help an organization invest in the best access control systemsthat will work best for them. Here are some of the factors to consider before selecting an access control system.

The location Different locations have different security needs. Business premises located in highrisk areas or crowded areas such as transport terminus, social centers or market areas are at more risk of theft and other security risks. It is therefore important to put that in mind when selecting an access control system.

The property Some business premises have their own space but others share the property with other businesses, offices or even residential houses. In the case of shared property, there is the option of the general security offered by the property owners and also an individual business can have its own safety measures in addition to the general security.

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Traffic flow in the premise Before selecting an access control system, it is important to note the number of people getting in and out of the premise. If the premise is attracting a lot of walk-in visitors, it is important to come up with a system that can handle and monitor the number of visitors coming in without causing delays and overcrowding at the lobby or waiting area.

The needs of the company/business As mentioned earlier, different companies have different needs and this influences the type of access control system to be used.

Some companies such as banks, chemical industries, embassies and government offices require a unique access control system due to the nature of the business. This most often includes beefed up security including security guards or police officers, surveillance cameras and in some places biometric access or gate passes. Some businesses share premises with companies that have high security needs and this directly influences the selection of an access system.

The cost of the access control system This is also a major factor to consider. Different security systems such as biometric access, CCTV cameras, smart cards, and fingerprint access, come at different costs. Biometric access are generally more expensive as compared to the other systems however, each system can have its own level of technological advancement and complexity. Businesses and companies should be able to select a system that works for them and is also effective and affordable. It is also possible to use more than one type of access system, for example, CCTV cameras and smart cards.

The life of the system While selecting an access control system it is important to note how long the systems might be in good use. It is also important to keep in mind of any future technological and digital updates to the system. The system should be able to adapt to future upgrades either in the structure of the building or the technological advancements.

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Integration to other systems Most companies use security systems that are integrated to other systems such as the human resource database. This way it is easier to monitor who came in at what time, how long were they around and what time they left the premises. It is also able to be updated in the case of new employees in the system and removes information for former employees so that they can no longer access the building.The system can also select which areas are off limits to other employees such as ICT offices or the supplies closet (especially in hospitals and labs).Some even monitor log in information to computers, printers and other office equipment.

The ease of use Despite the effectiveness of an access control system, it is important to ensure that the security system is easy to use by employees and other staff. In addition to that, the system should also be easy to manage and should not require a lot of monetary and personnel obligations to maintain.

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CONSTRUCTION SITE SAFETY

4 SAFETY MEASURES EVERY CONSTRUCTION WORKER MUST TAKE

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egarded as one of the most dangerous occupations, construction work can be considered anything but fully safe. Heights, large and mobile equipment, edges, deep holes, and wobbling stairs are a reality in many construction sites, no matter how modern or careful the contractors claim them to be. According to Robert Kombo, the Managing Director of Domshon East Africa, the level of safety awareness in workplaces currently stands at 60%.Domshon EA supplies protective gear for both construction and industrial environments.

Obviously, the employers do need to take care of the safety and security of the workers, but the workers need to keep in mind a lot of precautions themselves when working in such hazardous conditions.

Here we look at four safety measures every construction worker must take.

Double-Check your work areas Scaffolds are an integral part of most construction sites and are associated with a high number of injuries. So when you are going to be working on them, you must ensure your safety first.

Check with your supervisor or find out yourself whether the scaffold has been inspected by a professional or a competent person. Never work on an incomplete scaffold which does not have a strong platform or base.

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Ladders are other essential construction site tools with a high potential for danger. Check the ladder thoroughly before using it. If you find any part of the ladder wobbly, do not use it. A ladder should be of proper strength and of a height that always keeps it at least one meter above the landing.

All of the steps or slabs of the ladder must be secured properly. The upper and lower end of the ladder should preferably be fastened or secured properly. If not, ensure there is someone manually keeping it secure in order to prevent a fall from height.

Maintain fencing and prevent fires Notice the number of fatal injuries and falls that happen in areas where there is no fencing. Dangerous areas that you see without fencing or with broken and damaged fencing should be avoided until they are completely repaired or a proper fencing is in place. If this is not happening in time, inform your site supervisor immediately.

With the machinery that is present, along with combustible chemicals and welding operations, there is always a possibility of fire on a construction site.

Be alert and take some measures to prevent them.

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FEET PROTECTION Workers need to take a lot of precautions when working in risky environments.

All workers should know the escape or exit route if a fire occurs. Knowing where the fire extinguishers are and how to use them may prove to be very advantageous in many situations and is therefore highly recommended.

Employers should train workers to use this emergency equipment.

However, most importantly according to Firetec International Limited, it is important to ensure you purchase your fire equipment from an authorized dealer.

Protective apparel and PPE Employers are supposed to provide their workers with proper protective gear and clothing. If you as a worker do not have them, demand them from your employer and wear them correctly. According to Steve Mbugua of Nairobi Safety Shop, the worker should be protected from the head to the feet, including protective gear for the eyes. Nairobi Safety Shop is a one-stop shop for all protective gear including fire safety equipment.

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At sites where there is a lot of movement of heavy vehicles, workers should wear highly visible clothing so that they can be located and seen easily. Because construction workers have to be working outdoors regardless of weather conditions, they also should have some climate protective gear and clothing.

Keep First Aid close While it may not be possible for workers to carry first aid supplies with them all the time, both the site supervisor and contractor should ensure that first aid is always accessible to the workers. If as a worker you find that first aid you will need is not around, inform your supervisor immediately.

Basic first aid for minor burns, cuts, and falls should be available on site so that the required medical assistance can be provided to the workers immediately. This is beneficial to the employer, as well, because this ensures that after resting for some time, the worker can return to his work as soon as possible. Some injuries when treated immediately helps in limiting the damage immensely and prevents infections from spreading.

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Lubricants fight against costly downtime

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Managers cannot afford for equipment to be out of action, both in terms of the time lost and the expense of repairs. At the same time, it’s not always possible to control where projects take place and the heavy toll that certain conditions take on equipment; whether it’s hot, cold, dusty, muddy or steep, in or below water-surface; remote and off-road or urban locations.

Lubricants improve the efficiency of construction equipment when they operate in challenging conditions. These are often conditions so severe that the risk of potential breakdown at a critical point in a project is raised.

Add to those challenges other pressures facing construction managers, such as tight budgets, complying with environmental standards and new equipment specifications and it can feel like it’s not just the vehicles that are bearing a heavy load.

The construction industry has a vast array of complicated and critical operations. Some require lubricating oils, but others will require a grease. Greases are applied to mechanisms that can only be lubricated

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In construction, greases are used in a number of pieces of machinery varying from journal bearings, roller bearings, slow running gears, pivots andcables.Across the sector, equipment grease is especially useful for the lubrication of bearings, pins, bushes and all kinds of chassis lubrication for off-highway vehicles.

Application of lubricants comes with certain challenges. Greasing of equipment components can be cumbersome, labour intensive and fault prone. A centralized grease lubrication system will ensure the right amount of grease is applied at the right spot at the right time. This can be done by seeking professional advice from lubrication specialists who will ensure that the right lubrication strategy is implemented in the operations.

One area of common concern for operators is the degradation of greases. It is critical that off-highway fleet operators for example,keep contaminants out of their greases. I have seen cases where contractors are pumping out of a drum where the lid is not on tightly and it is allowing contaminants — dust particulates and rain — to get in. Implementation of a contamination prevention programme starts with proper storage and handling of products. It’s a simple but effective mantra.

Introducing an effective lubrication strategy could increase the reliability of the machinery in use and that means less downtime and unexpected associated costs. In today’s unpredictable economic conditions, having a solid maintenance plan in place could provide peace of mind that expensive equipment is being protected.

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The lightness and design of its components, with maximum weights of around 15 kg, allow for fast assembly of the beams grid that forms the ONADEK system. This system also offers maximum safety, thanks to its drophead, which allows for safe, controlled stripping and dismantling which does not pose risks for workers and guarantees that good care is taken of material.

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Moreover, ULMA's BRIO scaffolding is based on simple systems with few elements, which are quick and safe to assemble. After assembly, they provide appropriate access and work spaces, guaranteeing the highest levels of protection for workers and third parties. ULMA's multidirectional BRIO scaffolding can efficiently cover the most complex geometries with great safety requirements, facilitating the assembly of complex structures at different heights and creating working platforms, shoring towers, temporary access and stable, safe protective structures.

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Innovative Planning and Design Consultants Celebrating a Decade of Architectural Innovation Architectʼs Profile

About IPDC

Jatinder Thethy is the Founder and Principal Architect at Nairobi-based, Innovative Planning and Design Consultants (IPDC), at which he leads the dynamic team, that has been responsible for delivering some of Nairobi's most exceptional buildings, in its recent history.

The Innovative Planning and Design Consultants (IPDC) architectural practice leads in the delivery of large scale residential, commercial and mixed-use developments.

An avid golfer, “JT” as he is known to many, is a proponent for youth participation in sports, as a character builder and is involved in wildlife and environmental conservation, through the annual Rhino Charge competition.

Jatinder Thethy, BA (Hons), Dip Arch, M Arch, RIBA, ARB, MAAK, BORAQS, Founder and Principal Architect, Innovative Planning and Design Consultants

Thethy, whose career started in the London offices of international architectural firm Benoy, holds a Masters Degree in Architecture from the University of Nottingham, in the United Kingdom.

IPDC's defining projects include the Address on Waiyaki Way, The Park Inn Hotel and One General Mathenge luxury residence, both in Westlands as well as the The Marquis, in Kileleshwa.

"For IPDC, knowledge management is about delivering value to clients."

This year and in what is described as its Decade of Innovative Architecture, IPDC commemorates its ten year anniversary.

Founded in 2008 by Jatinder Thethy, IPDC has carved out a leadership position in its category and served market, delivering large scale, residential, commercial and mixed-used developments for leading real estate and property developers. Today, IPDC under the leadership of Thethy, has gained a reputation for its creatively differentiated architectural offering, delivered through a symbolic and recognizable style. In this feature, we showcase three of IPDC's defining projects and find out more about its Decade of Architectural Innovation, from Founder and Principal Architect, Jatinder Thethy.

The Quintessential Address Located along Waiyaki Way in Westlands, the Address is delivered through the elegant architecture and symbolic building style that is emblematic of IPDC’s output. Designed for Hayer One, a leading property developer, its ambitious design, matches business function, with a distinctive building, to give it the unique identity that is the basis for its name and claim.

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For the masterfully designed Address, which straddles Westlands and Lavington on a generous, green space, IPDC took a responsive approach to its site, environment and context, to create a deep relationship between its interior and exterior. In

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interfacing the building with the public realm, the team created a two level show area that faces the adjacent motor way, creating a gallery that draws pedestrians and road bound on-lookers in, through the Address’10mm laminated, acoustic, glassclad facade.

Standing tall among its peers along a busy thoroughfare, Its high quality fit out, top range business amenities such as high speed elevators, ultra-modern security and ample parking, make the Address a future forward location and stake its presence as a Waiyaki Way landmark and Kenya’s quintessential, business address. www.constructionreviewonline.com

A Grand Achievement

The Marquis, Kileleshwa, Nairobi The marquis is a grand achievement. Its distinctive twin towers, set atop a multi-level parking garage, rise in vertical mastery, to assert an impressive presence in Kileleshwa’s skyline. Acknowledging each other through their side by side assemblage, the towers form a “V” shape, at the bottom of which, is a luxurious deck and infinity swimming pool.

For the Marquis, a Hayer One development, IPDC took the brief of creating a pinnacle of modern architecture and delivered it through a reinforced concrete structure, of masonry block walls. To honour the clients promise of intelligent layouts, the architectural team designed plans that maximize unit count, without compromising on the offer of space andunbeatable size. They also worked to expand the interior spaces to the outdoors, through terraces and balconies, whose subtle curvaceous protrusion, add artistic depth to the Marquis’ angular facade.Demonstrating IPDC’s ability to design for lifestyle, by elevating the way humans experience their lives in the built environment, IPDC sought to understand the Marquis’ future resident and their unique needs, which it captured through forethought and ingenuity, then used architectural meaning, to deliver the strong statement of an exquisite lifestyle that is embodied in the Marquis, which is a world class residence in Kileleshwa.

CR: What is IPDC’s Decade of Architectural Innovation?

Jatinder Thethy: The Decade of Innovative Architecture has deep meaning for the IPDC team. It marks the ten-year milestone that we’ve reached, since we opened our doors and speaks to the achievement of the vision we had, which was to be innovative in creating and bringing to life built environments that foster growth and productivity, while promoting vibrancy in our communities. We are proud to have achieved this goal and I’m personally grateful to our dedicated team and the loyal clients who have been part of the journey.

CR: Your career started in the London offices of Benoy, an international architectural firm, have you taken a leaf from the Benoy book?

JT: Certainly. Benoy is a very innovative firm, which is a word that also describes our name and is part of our design philosophy, as it is the lens through with we view and approach any project parameters.

Collaboration is also central to how a firm like Benoy, operates across geographic boundaries and even though architecture is inherently collaborative, being deliberate about it as we are, promotes the achievement of better project and building outcomes.

CR: As founder, you now lead a team of ten architects, how would you describe your leadership style?

JT: : I lead by example, with hands-on involvement and remain accessible to the team, to coach, motivate and encourage. I’m very keen on bringing out the very best in our people and making sure that IPDC provides better career growth prospects for young, local talent. Having an in-house team as we do, supports this because it facilitates staff development, knowledge sharing, retention and also the incubation of the ideas that drive the creation of the symbolic buildings that IPDC has come to be known for.

CR: How important is talent and what sets IPDC’s apart?

JT: The talent is critical to the success of any architectural practice as it implements the firm’s expertise. At IPDC we have a stated commitment to attracting, retaining and mobilizing the right talent on client projects.

This, combined with a learning culture, which is driven by our formal approach to

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knowledge management, has earned IPDC a reputation of being a great place to work and hone one’s skills as an architect. The payoff for the firm from its depth of talent, is that we now have an above average, median staff tenure for a firm in our category and served market, which ultimately translates to value for our clients.

CR: Why is knowledge management important?

JT: For IPDC, knowledge management is about delivering value to the firm and most importantly, its clients. As a significant part of the firm’s output in terms of the ideation and knowledge that conceives our buildings is intangible, it is difficult to quantify and its value can be easily dismissed. Formally capturing this intangible value, which knowledge management does and applying it to client work via our proprietary workflow, adds to the firm’s collective knowledge, sharpens our skills as architects and enhances business outcomes for clients, through optimized processes and increased efficiency.

CR: IPDC is a specialist in delivering large scale, residential, commercial and mixed used developments. Has this been by design?

JT: Yes, in the sense that it begins with the firm’s commitment to innovation and delivering the unique and iconic buildings that commercial property developers seek.

Honouring this promise has generated additional design opportunities from developers in this segment of the industry and allowed IPDC to achieve sector specialization and expertise in these building typologies. The reputation for excellence in this area and the market positioning is what sets us apart and makes us an architect of choice in this niche segment.

CR: What is your outlook to the construction industry - are you optimistic?

JT: : I’m very optimistic about the industry, which is very resilient and is thriving in many ways, but it’s not without its challenges and risks.

However, there appears to be a commitment to improvement across the board, beginning with standards and regulations, all the way to the increasingly superior architectural products we now see. For me the future looks promising.

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CR: The firm-client relationship in architecture is complex. If you could, what would you change about it?

JT: What comes to mind has to do with the disproportionate focus that both managing cost and time receive in the procurement of architectural services. In my opinion, in addition to the enormous pressure they exert on the process, they inadvertently achieve the opposite effect, by increasing risk. We are changing this at IPDC by collaborating with clients, through an approach that encourages a deliberate evaluation of the best options and outcomes, at an early stage in the building process. This not only promotes innovation and better design, but also creates long term value through quality and more sustainable buildings.

It also drives cost containment and profitability for clients, which is what commercial developers actually want.

CR: You have taken part of the annual, Rhino Charge off road competition. Is work-life balance important and how else do you recharge?

JT: The Rhino Charge is a great wildlife and environmental conversation programme that I have been a part of for several years; this year we came in 21st with car number 24. The demands of the job can exert a toll, so it’s absolutely necessary to balance life and work. I enjoy a good round of golf, but meaningful social engagement, which charges up the routine, while achieving positive social outcomes is also another approach.

For example, recently, we have been able to privilege the firm’s knowledge, resources and domain expertise in the built environment, towards the preservation of a local heritage building. This sort of involvement is something that IPDC has a strong commitment to.

CR: Ten years have come and gone at IPDC, what plans do you have for the next ten?

JT: We are already charting the road map to IPDC's second decade, by harnessing what we have done well in the last ten years. This is anchored in skill development and adopting technology as a tool and resource. In this regard, we just concluded an in-house training session, facilitated by a Senior Associate from Graphisoft, the Hungarian makers of the ARCHICAD architectural BIM CAD software, which expanded the team’s expertise in BIM, virtual building model management, project team integration and other areas. We are geared and committed to helping our clients achieve even greater heights, in the next decade.

“The payoff for the firm from its depth of talent, is that we now have an above average, median staff tenure for a firm in our category and served market, which ultimately translates to value for our clients”.

An Urban Icon Designed for AMS properties and

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provide visual privacy and reduce the

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glare from the bright outdoors.

room, eleven-floor hotel that is set on a rectangular foot print and an

Showcasing IPDC’s innovation-centred

enclosed courtyard. Emblematic of

design philosophy, the hotels black

contemporary architecture in its style,

facade’s cladding panels and its tinted

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glass panes, are painstakingly matched,

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Two stainless steel-clad columns, frame

its dominant side elevations, combined

either side of the hotel’s entryway and

with the subtle glow from the lit, white,

its glass-covered canopy, above which,

rounded-corner treatment that frames

the rounded white wall detail of the

its frontage, make the Park Inn, an

hotel’s parameter fence, is are carried

urban icon and one of IPDC’s defining

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LIVE AND WEBCAST AUCTION due to termination of projects in Angola

ASSETS HEEREMA PORTO AMBOIM LDA

2 MODERN ROUGH TERRAIN MOBILE CRANES

4 HIGH CAP. WHEEL LOADERS

2 MODERN ROUGH TERRAIN MOBILE CRANES “Terex” Quadstar 1100 (2014), with CE confirmation, counters 2.217 and 2.980 hrs, cap. 100 ton, engine 260 hp, boom length 47.2m, max. cap. 100.5 t @ 3 m radius with a boom length of 12.6 m and max. cap. 300 kg @ 44.56 m radius with a boom length of 47.2 m; track crawler mini crane “Maeda” MC-405CRME (2010); 4 HIGH CAP. WHEEL LOADERS “Caterpillar” 2x 988 H (2010), counter 5.388/4.766 hrs and 2x 980 H (2009), counters 3.600/4207 hours, unused bucket “Caterpillar”; rough terrain forklift truck “Kalmar” DFC33-12LB (2009), lifting cap. 33 ton, max. lifting height 4.500 mm; 3 telescopic handlers “Manitou” (2009-2008); 3 scaffolders incl. “Genie” (2010); 2 FLATBED HEAVY LOAD TRAILERS with Power pack “Scheurle” SPMT, 8-cyl-350kW with remote to split in 4 6-axis 24-wheel trailers; driven 4-part splits flatbed trailer “Goldhofer”; 4 12-wheel trailers “Euromax”; 2 flat transport trailers; dolly’s; CONTRACTORS EQUIPMENT incl. 7 air compressors incl. “Ingersoll Rand” and “Atlas Copco”, 100+ containers, flat

racks, 20/40 ft, 7 light towers “SDMO” (2014-2009), mobile welders “Kemppi”, electr. welding electrodes “Lincoln”; container gen sets “JCB”, “Miller”, “Big Blue”, generators, water maker set “Hatenboer”, pump sets; yard equipment incl. fenders, gangways, ± 65 hardwood draglines, pipe spools fabrication stands; 4 all-terrain utility vehicles “John Deere”; commercial vehicles “Peugeot”, “Mitsubishi”, “Hyundai”;

3 TELESCOPIC HANDLERS

2 FLATBED HEAVY LOAD TRAILERS

CLOSING: Thursday 13 SEPTEMBER at 14.00 hrs (WAT) Live auction location: Casa Viana, Estrada Catete, Km 20, Complexo World Trade Center (Direction Luanda-Cantete, between “Kero” and “Kinda”) Viewing: by appointment only - Location: Praia do Kissonde, Zona de Estocagem da Sonangol, Porto Amboim, Kwanza Sul (Angola)

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