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10 years ago

July 31, 2015

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Interarch delivers greenfield manufacturing facility For SMS Siemag India in Odisha.

Interarch Building Product delivered a Greenfield manufacturing facility for SMS Siemag India in Orissa. With an investment of approximately $31 million and covering an area of 23,000 sq m, SMS Seimag aims to expand the current capacity in India.

SMS Siemag is ranked among the global leaders in plant and mechanical construction for the entire metallurgical process chain. This new manufacturing facility is an important step in tapping the growing steel market in India. Annual steel production in India is expected to grow from its current level of 80 mt to 300 mt over the next 15 years.

Interarch?s scope of work for this project involved complete turnkey solutions for the projects starting from design and engineering, manufacturing of 3,000 mt of structural steel and roofing, logistics and delivery of projects with in stipulated time period of sever months.

There were a series of challenges faced by Interarch teams starting from design and engineering to execution of the project at the remote location in Khurda. The designing of the building was unique as it involved more than 20 cranes to be operational in tandem ranging from 20-60 mt.

Another accomplishment which was achieved by Interarch was execution and delivery of the project on time at a very remote location, due to strong certified builder network workmen from outside the state were employed to get the job done. Interarch pre-engineered metal buildings are tailor-made solutions to a customers? needs and are custom-designed to meet exact requirements. This building is no exception to the above statement. Due to the triangular shape of the land, the roof monitors had to be installed in transverse orientation rather than longitudinal orientation, as manufacturing machines were installed accordingly.

Building usage
The new manufacturing and service workshop delivered by Interarch for the company will focus on the supply of steel works equipment and tailored services to grow the market in India.

The range of equipment made at the workshop will include electric arc furnaces, secondary metallurgy plants like ladle furnaces and RH (Ruhrstahl-Heraeus) plants, and BOF plants, including cooling stacks for gas cleaning systems

Project overview
The project is designed according to the latest IS design codes (working stress design) for the whole building with consideration given to all the external factors such as wind velocity and seismic zone. The lateral forces resulting from the seismic or wind loads are resisted by diagonal bracing and jack portals at intermediate column locations.

The pre-engineered building delivered by Interarch has provision for multiple crane brackets across different width modules and loads. All cranes are cab operated except for the monorail cranes.

Due to the heavy nature of the columns, laced columns arrangement has been provided. The angle web members of the laced columns allow use of gusset- less welded connections which minimised the fabrication cost. The building is provided with a full width canopy of 5 m projections on both end walls. A lean to building of dimensions 12.5 m x 90 m is attached to the main building. The building is designed as per IS 800. The seismic zone is III and the design wind speed is 50 m/sec.

(Communication by the management of the company)

Project Highlights
Project Name	SMS Siemag India Pvt Ltd
Location	Khurda, Odisha
Building Usage	Main workshop and manufacturing facility
Total Tonnage	3,000 MT
Total Area 23,000 sq m	Length 160 m
Width 140 m	Height 17.25 m clear height at eaves and 26 m at ridge
Roofing	Roofing Roof – SS-2000 (0.7 mm) total cover thickness color coated galvalume
Other Features	Building has crane provision for multiple cranes. Details as under ??Width module #01 of 30 m span – 2 nos. @ 30 MT EOT ??Width module #02 of 30 m span – 2 nos. @ 40 MT EOT ??Width module #03 of 30 m span – 2 nos. @63 MT EOT ??Width module #04 of 25 m span – 2 nos. @ 40 MT EOT ??Width module #05 of 25 m span – 2 nos. @ 30 MT EOT
	Monorail cranes 1 no. of 5 MT, 8 nos. of 2.5 MT & 2 nos. of 3 MT
	End wall spacing of 14 m is provided
	Mezzannie of 10 m x 12.5 m for live load of 500 Kg/ sq m & dead load of 150 RCC thick slab
	Partitions have been provided longitudinally and transversely
	Transverse and logitudinal roof monitor with day light panels on roof and side walls
	Walkways of 1m wide at end walls/side walls with staircases
	Maintenance platforms for CT/hoist repairing
	Special kind of utility support arrangement for pipes and cable tray
	Roof access cage ladder from walkway level

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15th Cement EXPO: A Step Forward in Cement Innovation

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2 weeks ago

January 17, 2025

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Mumbai

Following the immense success of the 14th Cement EXPO, held on December 14-15, 2023, at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, the next edition of this premier event is set to take place in March 2025. The 15th Cement EXPO will be hosted at Yashobhoomi, Delhi, on 12th and 13th November 2025.

Meanwhile, the Cement Expo Forum 2025 is scheduled for 5th and 6th March 2025 at Taj Krishna in Hyderabad. This exciting 3-in-1 event, organised by FIRST Construction Council (FCC) and Indian Cement Review (ICR), will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders to discuss the future of the cement sector.

Building on the Success of the 14th Cement EXPO

The 14th Cement EXPO was widely praised for its strong participation, attracting over 1,500 senior managers and decision-makers from across the cement industry. The event was inaugurated by Dr. Vibha Dhawan, Director General of TERI, and Ali Emir Adiguzel, Founder and Director of the World Cement Association, alongside Pratap Padode, Founder of FIRST Construction Council (FCC). The two-tiered exhibition space featured cutting-edge products and innovations from top companies within the cement industry’s supply chain.

The event also garnered significant support from key government bodies, including the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government e-Marketplace (GeM), and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India (GoI).

Recognition and Excellence in the Cement Industry

The 7th Indian Cement Review Awards celebrated excellence by presenting awards to 11 companies in various categories, recognising their contributions to growth and innovation within the industry. Notably, Parth Jindal, Managing Director of JSW Cement, was honoured with the prestigious Indian Cement Review – Person of the Year Award 2023. Meanwhile, Vinita Singhania, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of JK Lakshmi Cement Ltd, received the Lifetime Achievement Award for her outstanding leadership and contributions to the sector.

A Vision for Sustainability

With the theme of “Driving Sustainability Through Technology,” the 9th Indian Cement Review Conference hosted thought-provoking discussions and presentations, highlighting the industry’s commitment to adopting innovative, sustainable practices. The conference served as a platform for dialogue on the latest technological advancements aimed at transforming the cement sector, addressing key challenges, and fostering growth.

What to Expect from Cement EXPO 2025

The 15th Cement EXPO, along with the 10th Indian Cement Review Conference and the 8th Indian Cement Review Awards, is set to be even bigger and more impactful than the 2023 edition. With an expanded exhibition space, greater participation, and more in-depth discussions, the 2025 event will continue to drive the industry forward. This 3-in-1 event promises to be a pivotal moment in the ongoing transformation of the cement sector.

As the industry evolves, the 15th Cement EXPO 2025 will serve as a crucial platform for showcasing innovations, discussing emerging trends, and forging new partnerships to shape the future of cement and construction.

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Construction sector growth slows to 8-10% for FY2025: ICRA

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3 weeks ago

January 15, 2025

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The revenue growth for construction companies in FY2025 is projected at 8-10 per cent, down from the earlier estimate of 12-15 per cent, according to ICRA. This marks the slowest growth in three years, driven by factors such as the Model Code of Conduct in Q1, prolonged monsoons, and milestone-based billing in Q2, particularly affecting road-focused players.
ICRA’s analysis of 19 companies with a combined turnover of Rs.1.28 trillion in FY2024 shows modest revenue growth of 1.5 per cent YoY in H1 FY2025. While execution is expected to improve in H2, FY2025 growth remains below the historical CAGR of ~15 per cent (FY2018-FY2024).
Order inflows in urban transport, water and sewage projects are healthy, but road-focused entities face challenges due to muted inflows and high competition. Operating margins are projected to remain range-bound at 10.5-11 per cent, with debt levels rising to manage working capital needs, though debt coverage metrics remain stable.

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SANY India expands Pune factory to boost production capacity

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3 weeks ago

January 15, 2025

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SANY India inaugurated a cutting-edge factory expansion at its 90-acre Pune facility, elevating its production capacity to over 14,000 units annually, alongside a robust fabrication capacity of 100,000 metric tonnes.

The advanced facility reinforces SANY’s commitment to ‘Make in India’ by enhancing localised manufacturing and supporting global exports. Chairman Xiang Wenbo highlighted the strategic importance of India as a global hub, while Vice Chairman Deepak Garg emphasised the expansion’s role in driving innovation and infrastructure development. This investment enhances efficiency, reduces timelines, and strengthens SANY’s leadership in the construction equipment sector.