What are the newest Shapoorji Pallonji projects in UAE?

 Shapoorji Pallonji is one of the most renowned real estate names in India while also being the first Indian construction company to expand its expertise to the Middle East. It began with the construction of the Sultan Qaboos Palace in Oman and has now followed into a number of high-profile projects across the UAE and other Middle Eastern locations.

Let’s take a look at the latest developments taken on by Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate within the UAE. Rove At The Park Hotel, Dubai (2019)

This 3-star hotel is located within Dubai’s largest theme park destination Dubai Parks and Resorts as well as in close proximity to the Palm Jumeirah island. The Rove Hospitality LLC hotel has a capacity of 579 keys.

Vida Hotel, Dubai (2019)

Located right along the Dubai Creek Harbour, this hotel flaunts an epic view of the city skyline. The Lagoos Phase One LLC hotel has a capacity of 286 keys.

MBR Dubai Hills Estate Business Park, Dubai (2019)

This business park was constructed and designed by SPRE in Mohammad Bin Rashid City, Al Khail Road, Dubai. The project included 4 office buildings, a multi-storey car park with retail areas, landscaping, and more.

Indigo Hotel, Dubai (2020)

This 269-key hotel is located in Business Bay, Dubai. The project included the construction of architectural finishing, external development, MEP works, swimming pool, landscaping, interior fit-out, and more.

FORSAN Central Mall, Abu Dhabi (2020)

Spanning 1.10M sq. ft., this grand shopping mall in Khalifa City offers visitors plenty of retail shops, F&B outlets, a 9-screen cinema, a Lulu hypermarket, and an entertainment area. A green and brown vertical design forms the unique facade of the mall.

Thanaya Residential Building, Abu Dhabi (2021)

This residential project was designed and constructed by SPRE. It features 84 homes, a swimming pool, underground and overhead water tanks, vehicle ramps, and more.

Mediclinic Hospital Expansion, Abu Dhabi (2021)

This SPRE project involved the construction of the extension of the Al Noor Hospital. An additional block with the capacity of 130 beds was added along with VIP areas, specialty treatment rooms, and a link bridge of the old hospital to a central utility plant.

Imperial Avenue, Dubai (2022)

Located in the heart of Downtown Dubai, Emaar’s flagship master development, Imperial Avenue is Shapoorji Pallonji’s latest upcoming residential project in the UAE. It promises a home in the most upscale location, lined with high fashion, chic boutiques, luxurious restaurants, and grand boulevards within a 5-block radius.

It will offer the most premium apartments in a 45-storey tower within the Burj Khalifa district. The entrance features cascading water fountains with a grand entrance porch. The lobby spans 10,000 sq. ft. with double-height ceilings. The high-speed elevators can take you higher in seconds. There’s luxury on every floor with infinity pools on two levels, a dedicated kids’ pool, a private AV room, a best-in-class gymnasium, a grand party hall, both indoor and outdoor kids’ play areas, and a private deck with a view of the Business Bay Canal and the Arabian Sea.

The thoughtfully designed development also features solar panels on the roof for a centrally heated water supply and greywater treatment plants for a sustainable source of water for common areas.

The construction also features the 6D BIM Building Image Model process — a transformational technology that substantially reduces maintenance costs, introduced for the first time in the Middle East and Africa.

Originally published at http://realestateandepc.wordpress.com on June 22, 2022.

What you need to know about EL Testing of Solar PV Modules

Solar PV modules are the key components of the solar power systems that are the ideal renewable solutions for electricity. The PV modules consist of cells through which the sun rays are converted into current. When current passes through these cells, light is emitted from them. This phenomenon is referred to as electroluminescence. Testing the modules by observing their electroluminescence (EL) is a great way to detect any defects in the distribution of current or the structure of the modules.

EL testing is, therefore, used at various stages of the solar O&M to identify a number of structural issues.

The most common issues that can be identified through EL testing include the following.

Minute cracks may appear in the silicon wafers that form the solar PV cells. This can be a result of damage that occurred during the manufacturing, delivery, installation, or operation of the modules. Microcracks can cause the cell part to become inactive, having varying effects to none at all.

These cracks are more severe since they stop of flow of current passing through the area. Hot spots and thermal dissipation also occur which damages the panel due to heat. It’s imperative to identify these cracks before more damage occurs to the panel.

When the modules are being soldered, at times, the temperature may not be high enough. This leads to cold soldering which eventually causes interference in the connection between the cell ribbon and cell tab. Apart from the loss of power, the cold soldering can also turn into hot spots which become a fire risk.

Bypass diode failure means that one of three cell strings in the module gets switched off. This leads to a decrease in the output by one-third. In these cases, the biode should be replaced instantly to prevent this loss and avoid any junction box burn.

A long series of interconnected solar panels make up the solar power plant with the ability to create high voltage. Low-quality cells may not be able to keep up with the large voltage which leads to failure. This Potential Induced Degradation (PID) defects can be easily identified through EL testing.

Dead cells are no longer able to conduct current, often caused by mechanical stress as a result of a cell crack.

EL testing of solar PV cells does not have to be conducted at a defined time frame in the course of the projects. It is beneficial for different reasons at different stages of the project.

It is useful to identify any defects at the beginning, as the cells and modules are being manufactured. It reduces the rejection of batches and future warranty claims.

An inspection conducted by a third part also offers the buyer confidence in regards to the quality and the efficiency of the modules. Any required replacement is then done before it reaches the destination.

This is essential to identify any damages that occurred in the process of transportation. Bad handling of the modules will lead to cracks or micro-cracks, for which, the buyer can claim replacement and transport insurance.

Bad handling during the installation process is also likely to cause damage in the form of cracks and breakage. EL testing can identify these accidental damages and prevent future loss.

EL testing is also useful to assess the after-effects of floods, cyclones, hailstorms, and other unavoidable calamities. The results can be used to get protection against future losses caused by the calamity. This is especially important since insurance policies tend to have a certain time frame within which the damage must be reported.

Overall, EL testing can help to identify and therefore rectify a number of different types of damage at any stage of the solar PV module project.

Originally published at http://realestateandepc.wordpress.com on June 14, 2022.

Picking the best EPC Business Model for your Solar Plant

 

Solar energy is the most sustainable energy that is abundantly available on the planet and has the potential to match our daily needs. The Government of India is very supportive of Solar EPC companies, with the Ministry of Finance providing low-interest loans for private and public sectors.

So if you are thinking to start your own solar EPC company, here are the basics and two business models that are widely used in the industry to get you started.

What is an EPC company?

EPC stands for Engineering, Procurement, and Construction. As the name suggests, EPC companies combine the main three components of creating quality products and services. The major advantage here is that the company has full control over the production of everything.

EPC Business Models

EPC business models are a way to work with customers by offering them the equipment and services they require while outsourcing the high-value engineering and construction expertise. This makes for a great system, especially for solar businesses.

There are two common business models in India for EPC companies, namely the CAPEX model and the RESCO model.

In the CAPEX model, the buyer generally hires an EPC company as their prime contractor. Here, the company is in charge of management and procurement for its value chain. An excellent example of a leading solar company that uses this model is Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Private Ltd. Having over 90 years of experience in the industry, they are known as the largest global EPC and MEP contractors.

In the RESCO model, the company provides you with renewable energy which you can pay for as you consume. The customer does not hold ownership of the Solar Power Plant but the seller and buyer share roles for handling all equipment and personnel for their project.

Make the choice based on the kind of equipment and services you are interested in providing. Here’s your green signal for a green business!

Originally published at http://realestateandepc.wordpress.com on June 7, 2022.