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Waterproofing systems in Saudi Arabia construction projects: Waterproofing is a critical component in construction projects, protecting buildings from water damage and ensuring structural integrity. In Saudi Arabia's harsh climate, effective waterproofing is essential. Let's explore various waterproofing systems used in Saudi construction markets. Types of Waterproofing Systems: 1. Bituminous Coating: A cost-effective, widely used method for foundations, basements, and roofs. 2. Polyurethane (PU) Coating: Offers excellent flexibility and durability for exposed surfaces. 3. Epoxy Coating: Ideal for high-traffic areas, providing chemical resistance and strength. 4. Cementitious Coating: A water-based solution for concrete surfaces, enhancing durability. 5. Liquid Applied Membranes (LAM): Seamless, flexible protection for roofs and walls. 6. Sheet Membranes: PVC, TPO, or EPDM sheets for roofing and underground applications. Challenges in Saudi Arabia: - Extreme temperatures - High humidity - Soil salinity - Aggressive groundwater Coastal Areas Waterproofing Considerations (Near Sea): - Increased risk of water infiltration due to high water tables - Corrosion from saltwater and seawater - Enhanced protection for foundations, basements, and retaining walls - Specialized coatings for seawater exposure - Design considerations for tidal and wave action Recommended Waterproofing Solutions for Coastal Areas: 1. Epoxy-based coatings for structural protection 2. Polyurethane-based coatings for flexibility and durability 3. Cementitious coatings for water resistance 4. PVC or HDPE sheet membranes for underground applications Best Practices: - Conduct thorough site investigations - Choose suitable waterproofing systems - Ensure proper application and maintenance - Monitor performance during construction Conclusion: Effective waterproofing is vital in Saudi construction projects. By understanding various waterproofing systems and their applications, developers, architects, and engineers can ensure durable, long-lasting structures. Share your experiences with waterproofing systems in Saudi Arabia! What challenges have you faced, and how did you overcome them? #Waterproofing #Construction #SaudiArabia #BuildingMaterials #Durability #Sustainability #Architecture #Engineering #CoastalConstruction

Bangladesh National Building Code (BNBC) 2020 live loads refer to the loads that are not permanently attached to the structure. These loads are important for the design and structural integrity of buildings. The live load values are specified depending on the type of building use and occupancy.

The Test Conducted at at Eighteen project Islamabad Named Extension of Cluster-E The Field Density Test by Sand Replacement Method is a procedure used to determine the in-situ density of soil in the field. It involves excavating a small hole in the soil, filling it with dry, uniformly graded sand, and calculating the volume of the hole based on the weight of sand required to fill it. By comparing the weight of the excavated soil with the volume of the hole, the soil's bulk and dry density can be determined. This method is commonly employed in construction projects to assess the degree of soil compaction and ensure compliance with design specifications.

📍 Live from the construction site! 📍 Today, I visited our Bahria Enclave project where we're constructing an underground water tank with a capacity of 400,000 water gallons. In this video, I provide an overview of the site, discuss the ongoing work, and showcase the construction and structure drawings of the tank. You'll also see the cross sections of the retaining walls and the steel reinforcement we're inspecting. Key points to check during steel reinforcement inspection: 1. Alignment and spacing of steel bars. 2. Overlap and anchorage details. 3. Cleanliness and rust-free condition of steel. 4. Proper placement of stirrups and ties. 5. Adherence to design specifications and drawings. Ensuring these details helps maintain the structural integrity and safety of our project. #CivilEngineering #Construction #SiteVisit #RCCSteel #BahriaEnclave #BahriaTown #UGWT #StructuralIntegrity

How did we conduct Building Integrity Assessment of a high rise construction at sea front of Karachi ⁉ 🔨 Due to rapid growth of population in Karachi we see rapid construction of buildings and high rises. The soil at sea shore is saturated with water and soil is prone to liquefaction. Due to high pore pressure dewatering is also difficult. After construction building foundation may effected by ground water. This ultimately effected the integrity of whole building and its service life reduces. ✏ Assessment project was compiled by the sequence of inspection, sampling and testing of concrete and steel in a following manner. 1- Concrete Core Extraction: more than 200 samples were extracted from foundation and basement columns, beams and roofs for lab testing. 2- Compressive Strength: is the capacity of concrete to withstand loads before failure. It depend upon cement content, water cement ratio, aggregates and curing. 3- Cement Content Test: by chemical method cement % of concrete can be estimated. This % if not match with design % than there are chances of concrete failure in terms of strength and serviceability. 4- Chloride % Test: CL in concrete can cause steel corrosion. Commonly if the amount is greater than 0.1 % near steel than active corrosion is present and the service life of structure is decreased. 5- Chloride Permeability Test: Salt containing water also have ability to rapidly pass thorough pores from surface to steel depth. If this value is higher than there is an indication that the pores are large and interconnected due to insufficient compaction or less cement. 6- Carbonation Test: Concrete may effect from external environment, which may cause its PH to change and due to reaction with chemicals steel start to corrode. 7 -Petrographic Analysis: a thin section is prepared from concrete cores and analyzed in petrographic microscopes. It can provide much information about quality of concrete such as Identification of distress, chloride-induced corrosion, carbonation, alkali-aggregate reaction, degree of cement hydration, estimation of w/cm and density (unit weight), evidence of sulfate and other chemical attack, and assessment of the cause of cracking. 8- Tensile Properties of Steel: sample cut from non-load bearing member and tested for tensile, yield and elongation provides information of steel strength and size in current conditions. 📀 In letter posts I will share some other examples of my experience about material and design related problems faced by our clients in Pakistan with possible solutions. If you want to add any other expert opinion regarding high rise construction at sea shore, you can comment below. 🌍 For more informative content regarding building inspections and material testing for quality assurance, safety and sustainability of your project keep connect with me ! 👇 ⭐ A pioneer in developing internationally recognized material testing labs, inspections and quality management system in Pakistan.

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Case history Catch-up – July 2023: RPC have manufactured, delivered and installed the 6th Glass Reinforced Polymer #GRP cascade shaft consisting of a 4.5m diameter x 24m deep, at Dundale NZ, for our customer Ghella Abergeldie Joint Venture (GAJV), for the Watercare Services Limited Central Interceptor project in Auckland. This comprised two x 4.5m diameter cascade #GRP segments, 11.33m and 12.2m long, weighing 34 and 26 tonnes, respectively. A third unit, a 3m diameter control chamber, 7.7m long, weighing 7.7 tonnes, connects to the adjacent main GRP cascade shaft. In the top image you will see the massive units alongside the excavated shaft ready to be installed. In the second image you can see the first segment in-situ with Daniel from RPC Seven Hills and Michael Hannan from our contractor Pollock Cranes securing the segment. Off to the sides are the two 2.1m diameter sewer link connections. The cascade shaft structures were manufactured using GRP materials by RPC showcasing advanced engineering in underground infrastructure. GRP structures boast outstanding resistance to harsh environmental conditions, making them ideal for #sewage and #wastewater applications such as this. GRP structures also deliver exceptional strength and asset life, ensuring the structural integrity of the shaft over time. Their lightweight nature, compared with traditional materials such as steel and concrete, facilitates efficient installation, reducing construction time and costs. Following the recent completion in December of the May Road GRP Cascade Shaft, the 8th and final cascade shaft structure, for Rawalpindi, is currently being manufactured and is due for installation in June 2024. www.rpctechnologies.com #wastewater #water #grp #GAJV #WatercareNZ #trustedpartner #advancedmaterials #advancedmanufacturing

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