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Monday, May 2, 2022

8 Types of Infrastructure

Infrastructure plays a crucial role in a country’s development. It helps in the growth and sustainability of the economy while creating the perfect environment for an economy to thrive. Infrastructure development is considered to be the fundamental key to encouraging sustainable and comprehensive growth for any economy.

When it comes to a developing country like India, the main focus lies in the growth and expansion of infrastructural needs that boost efficiency and provide a good quality of life to the citizens. An additional benefit is profitable international relations and better visibility as a country.

Top 8 Infrastructure Development Projects

Political Infrastructure

Reserve Bank of India (New Building) Constructed by Shapoorji Pallonji in Mumbai, 1980

Here, we focus on political institutions like Courts, regulating agencies such as IRDAI, SEBI, PFRDA, etc., and public services including Security, Protection, Police, and more.

Power and Energy Infrastructure

Alausa Power Plant by Shapoorji Pallonji in Nigeria, 2015

Such projects consist of generating, transmitting, and distributing all essential systems to the economy and other infrastructure. Energy projects include oil and gas pipelines, power plants, and advanced distribution systems whereas power projects consist of servers, generators, lights, control access, etc.

Transportation Infrastructure

Transport Infrastructure Developed by Shapoorji Pallonji Group

Transportation Infrastructure is vital for the well-being and growth of any economy. Such projects include ports, railways, roads, airports, bridges, tunnels, etc. that assist with connectivity and accessibility to all products and services.

Telecommunication Infrastructure

Turnkey execution of data centers by Sterling and Wilson

Communication is an inadmissible segment in the fast-paced digital era we currently live in. Physical mediums like drones, telephone networks, Wi-Fi, and broadbands help regulate and distribute seamless communication across the country.

Educational Infrastructure

educational infrastructure by Shapoorji Pallonji Group — Educational infrastructure by Shapoorji Pallonji Group

High-quality educational infrastructure helps education reach the majority of the population. With well-made classes, institutions, schools, and laboratories, comes better education institutions producing talented students for a brighter future.

Health Infrastructure

Health infrastructure by Shapoorji Pallonji Group

A good health infrastructure facilitates basic care, efficiency, and access to all kinds of people and groups. Such projects include medical professionals, cutting-edge machines, pharma industries, specialists, hospitals, etc.

Water Infrastructure

Water infrastructure by Shapoorji Pallonji Group

An essential for life, water infrastructure cover systems that are used for water supply, water reservation, and treatment, canals, dams, prevention of floods, etc.

Recreational Infrastructure

Stadium Construction by Shapoorji Pallonji Group

With an increase in cityscapes, these projects are built for people to have easy access to open spaces, grounds, play areas, convention centers, parks, etc. to step away from the bustle of daily life.

Shapoorji Pallonji Group is one such company that spread its wings to help people get better facilities and spaces with spectacular infrastructures. They are global leaders operating in 18 major countries and giving cutting edge end-to-end solutions in sectors like – Engineering and construction, Water, Energy and Power, and megastructure developments.

They have successfully –

· Harvested 320 liters of water in agricultural lands

· 5000 rural and tribal children provided with quality education

· 170 million sq. ft. of commercial spaces globally

· 0.5 million native tree species planted in Maharashtra

· 1.2 million nutritious meals served to children

· 180+ marine work globally

· 6000 native plants flourishing at the SP Biodiversity Garden

Let us all come together and make this mission stronger!

Originally published at http://realestateandepc.wordpress.com on May 2, 2022.

Note these important factors that can affect solar panel performance

Factors that can affect solar panel performance

Environment concerns and conscious consumption have been the talk of the hour in recent years. With this, we have particularly seen a growing demand for the renewable energy alternative of solar panels. The popularity of solar has led to many technological advancements in the sector with the promise of further continuous progress. Although this has increased the efficiency of solar panels, there are still certain interferences that need to be addressed.

Let’s understand some of the most prominent factors that affect the performance of a solar panel.

Temperature

Since solar power is completely dependent on sunlight, it is often assumed that high temperatures might increase the efficiency of a solar panel. On the contrary, heat exposure increases the current but in turn, also decreases the voltage in the solar cells. An extreme spike in temperate can also prematurely damage the cells and reduce the life of its operation. There is a need to combat this hurdle, especially since the majority of sunlight that reaches solar panels does turn into heat. Managing the thermal conditions of the solar panels will help maintain the efficiency and the lifetime of these solar panels.

Shade

Any obstruction of light can hamper the performance of a solar panel. The cells that form a solar panel are usually interconnected through wires. Any cell that receives limited light due to shadows or shade falling over it will also affect the flow of current to the other cells. Planning the possibility of shade during the installation of the project can be an effective solution. Additionally, the foolproof alternative would be to avoid panels that are wired in connection to each other.

Orientation

Every solar panel should be positioned in a direction that helps it capture the maximum amount of sunlight. Tilting the panels at a 30 or 40-degree angle ensures that the sunlight hits the panels at a perpendicular angle. This will produce the maximum amount of energy and help dust or snow slide off the panels during the winter. These angles should also be adjusted at times, according to the change in season or sunshine hours.

Hygiene

A clean solar panel surface is also a good way to ensure the conversion of photoelectric power. elements like pollution, dust, rainfall, sand, and snow can reduce efficiency. Frequent cleaning should be conducted and timed as per the situation when there is minimal interference. Solar panels that are cleaned annually or bi-annually will usually produce 3.5% and 5.1% more power.

Reflection

Light being reflected away from the solar panel’s surface can also decrease its efficiency. This justifies the need for cells created with materials that do not have a reflection in them. Untreated silicon, for instance, reflects over 30% of incident light. Treating the materials with an anti-reflection coating or creating a textured surface helps to decrease these reflections. A good indication of high-efficiency cells is that they will appear either black or dark blue.

On reflection, it is clear that all of these factors can be managed with robust operations and management functions. Renowned solar power companies such as Sterling & Wilson Renewable Energy assist with the operations and management of solar power plants by meticulously caring for their useful life, maximizing profitability, streamlining the performance and availability, and minimizing their consumption and operating costs.

Originally published at http://realestateandepc.wordpress.com on May 2, 2022.

Tuesday, December 28, 2021

Manufacturing infrastructure construction projects by Shapoorji Pallonji

As the leading Indian as well as global EPC powerhouse, Shapoorji Pallonji Group has an extensive portfolio of projects across a variety of sectors.

Here’s an extensive list of all the manufacturing infrastructure projects constructed by Shapoorji Pallonji.

Volkswagen Manufacturing Plant in Pune (2010)

This ambitious engineering plant is the largest investment by a German company in the Indian market.

Lime and Dolomite Calcination Plant at SAIL-BSP, Bhilai (2015)

Lime and Dolomite Calcination Plant of SAIL in Bhilai

The largest Lime and Dolomite Calcination Plant project executed for Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL).

SAIL Steel Plant in Rourkela (2015)

This steel plant is one of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)’s largest material handling projects in India.

BMW Car Manufacturing Plant in Chennai, India (2008)

This plant is the renowned German luxury automobile manufacturer’s first plant built in India.

Tata Motors Automobile Manufacturing Plant in Pune (1965)

The largest manufacturing plant of Tata Motors in India supplies both commercial and passenger vehicles.

Amway India Manufacturing Plant in Madurai (2015)

Spread across 48,000 sq. m., this is the first manufacturing facility owned by Amway in India.

Asian Paints Manufacturing Plant in Khandala (2014)

This manufacturing plant of the reputed Indian company is spread across over 1,29,000 sq. m.

Berger Paints India Limited Plant in Hindupur, Andhra Pradesh (2014)

The company’s largest water-based paint manufacturing facility, this project is spread over 23,200 sq. m.

General Electric in Chakan (2014)

This multimodal manufacturing plant is spread across 59,000 sq. m. for diversified products sectors such as energy, aviation, oil and gas, transportation.

New Manufacturing Facility for Glass Bottles in Aurangabad (2013)

This project comprises production buildings, batch houses, raw material storage units, and a water treatment plant across 58,000 sq. m.

Diesel Engine Manufacturing Facility in Aurangabad (2016)

This 60,000 sq. m. the facility manufactures and supplies the complete Perkins 4000 series engine range.

Sterile Manufacturing Facility in Visakhapatnam (2014)

This is a 1,10,000 sq. m. pharmaceutical manufacturing plant with a terminal and aseptic sterilization facility as well as associated utilities and infrastructure.

Ganesha – New Manufacturing Facility in Pune (2018)

Two new AIL & MPT production plants along with ancillary structures and roads have been constructed over a built-up area of 28,000 sq. m.

Flavours Manufacturing Facility in Maharashtra (2019)

This manufacturing plant includes a warehouse, production building, cold room, central utility building, and a dangerous goods building, among others.

Textile Manufacturing Facilities in Karnataka (2018)

This facility contains the weaving, process, and made-up buildings with an installed capacity of 2,00,000 along with other ancillary buildings.

Suzuki Motors Automobile Manufacturing Plants A & B in Gujarat (2018)

This construction project included automobile manufacturing facilities, ancillary buildings, and utility services.

Ford Vehicle Assembly & Engine Plant in Gujarat (2014)

The construction of this manufacturing facility included site development work, civil and structural steelwork, finishing work, and external development work.

Syngene’s Chemical Synthesis-based Manufacturing Facility in Karnataka (2020)

This construction project comprised a number of buildings and ancillary infrastructure including a pharma block, API warehouse, QA/QC building, sampling shed, and more.

Optical Fibre Glass Manufacturing Facility in Maharashtra (2019)

This project involved the construction of a glass manufacturing plant along with allied buildings and a number of other structures.

Originally published at http://realestateandepc.wordpress.com on December 28, 2021.

Friday, December 24, 2021

Picking the right metal to wear – An everyday metal jewellery guide

Since time immemorial, metal jewellery has been a huge part of multiple cultures and traditions across the world. Having trickled down to fashion, some of the most monumental moments in accessorizing stems from metal jewellery. But what we often miss out in the chaos of fashion and trends is the significance of the metal we wear.

Let’s take a look at some everyday metals that have stood the test of time.

Gold

1942 A Love Story - Eight — 1942 A Love Story – Eight Gold Plated Earring

A rare metal that is undoubtedly popular when it comes to metal jewellery, Gold is a first choice for many. It is shiny, beautiful and durable, making it a perfect choice especially if you have the money to spare.

Here’s a pro tip: If there’s any cheap jewellery that you love and would like to keep for long, gold plate them to extend their life. You can thank me later for that.

Platinum

A precious metal that is rich and chic at once, Platinum is a timeless metal that has gained a lot of importance since the 1990s when it comes to metal jewellery. Subtle and ethereal, this metal is ideal for daily wear and hence is often seen as wedding or engagement bands, and even as everyday jewellery of recent. Make sure to add this metal to your jewellery set!

Sterling Silver

Black Beauty Earring Made with German Silver

A slightly more affordable alternative to gold and platinum jewellery, silver is a great metal to adorn. With its brilliant shine and colour, sterling silver is a common option when it comes to everyday accessories. Silver jewellery requires care due to its softness in nature, but is a great metal choice for children as well. It also makes for lovely gifts, so when in doubt, grab a great set for your loved ones.

Titanium

Widely popular among men, Titanium is an underrated metal that is ideal for jewellery making. Safe, strong and versatile, this lightweight metal is durable and can be designed to the whims of any jewellery maker. Do make it a priority to have one titanium piece as your jewellery as it makes for a unique and dazzling look. You can easily wear this metal everyday with no fear of wear and tear.

All Miraya products are free of lead, cadmium, and nickel and are made of hypoallergenic materials that are safe for your skin. Make sure to purchase jewelry that is sustainable and well suited for your body and skin.