Panel of Cleaners for the Provision of Cleaning Services
Contract Number:
JDAFM-PoC-002/2018 – JDA
Description:
Panel of Cleaners for the Provision of Cleaning Services on an as and when basis for the Johannesburg Development Agency’s (JDA) Offices at The Bus Factory.
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Demolition derived from the verb demolish: to completely destroy a building, especially in order to use the land for something else.
When I think of demolition, I think of buildings collapsing, loud bangs, big machines, and building areas being closed off. Due to demolition becoming very messy.
I have to admit I didn’t know much about demolition, especially since most of the sites are usually covered up when you go by, but I have to say thanks to Google. As I have learnt that there is a lot that goes into demolition and behind the scenes. I even learnt what demolition is.
“Though demolition is an important part of the life of our cities and neighbourhoods” – Demolition 101
When it comes to demolishing a building it is not as easy as one, two, three. There are many factors that come into play, e.g.: Professional machine operators, proper equipment, and the most important of them all a plan.
1. Buildings don’t just fall, and implosions are just one percent of demolition work. Machinery such as excavators and backhoes do most of the work.
2. Demolition contractors help preserve and restore historical buildings.
3. The personnel using the machinery need to undergo the proper training on how to use the equipment the right way. Especially since we all know that technology is constantly evolving, so the machine operators need constant training to keep up with the changes.
4. Contractors do not just knock buildings down for fun. It’s their job.
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You may assume demolition is simply blowing things up. Some involve explosions but it is however way more technical than that. There are various demolition techniques that are considered as ‘demolition’.
It must be noted that before any demolition takes place the following practices need to be completed according to The Constructor
1. Surveying
2. Removal of hazardous materials
3. Preparation of plan
4. Safety measures
Taking the above into account the following (according to Civil Engineering News) are selected.
1. Non Engineering Demolition also known as Manual.
a) Refering to tools such as Sledge Hammers, Jack Hammers and Drillers which are used by workers.
Jackhammer Technique
2. Engineering Demolition which is split into 3 categories.
a) Mechanical Method:
Wrecking Ball (think Miley Cyrus but without the theatrics)
Pusher Arm technique (a specialised hydraulic arm used for smaller buildings)
Thermic Lance Technique (using flaming temperatures of 2500 0C to melt reinforcement)
Non-Explosive (drilling and filling with expanding slurry)
Concrete Sawing
Deliberate Collapse (significant structural items are removed)
Pressure Jetting (thanks to H20)
b) Implosion: Inward disintegration using explosives
c) Deconstruction: Non-structural and structural
Wrecking Ball Technique
Demolition encompasses many techniques and is often used in conjunction with new construction or renovation.
In conclusion, I’ll take inspiration from Rumi, ‘In this life many demolitions are actually renovations.’
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Industry Events: Key Principles of Tendering Workshop and Global Trade Show
Event:
Key Principles of Tendering: Workshop
Date:
25 to 26 July 2018
Event location:
Johannesburg
Event Description:
South Africa’s premier masterclass on how to submit compliant and winning tenders. This workshop has now been presented to more than 2,000 delegates and with the on-going changes in the tendering legislation companies are advised to continue to align, not only their bids but also their sub-contracting processes with these regulations.
Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand, Johannesburg
Event Description:
GTS (Global Trade Show) South Africa is the largest B2B event in JHB, SA. 600 exhibitors and 10,000 visitors from more than 40 countries will participate in this event.
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Why do some aging, often sizable buildings in cities and suburbs face demolition while others are saved?
What determines the life span of a building? Whether a shopping center, a school or library, an apartment, an office building or a government administrative office?
What does the word ‘demolition’ mean?
I think we can safely say that it is the complete elimination of all parts of a building at a specific location and time – typically it is the end of life for the building.
It is interesting to note that partial demolition begins during the life cycle of buildings as maintenance and adaptation including the replacement of building parts result in a size-able waste factor.
Over a very long life-span the waste factor has been known to exceed demolition waste.
Here are the top reasons why buildings get demolished:
The structure and form of the building is outdated or old. Some buildings are unsafe due to lack of building control. While some problems are fixable, it is often too costly to repair an unstable foundation.
Political transformation processes are often accompanied by destruction and demolition such as the demolition of certain monuments in South Africa as they represented a certain era in South African history that are no longer popular today.
The function of a building for example a building becoming obsolete IE it can no longer perform its function because increased physical deterioration has rendered it useless.
The costs of renewing the infrastructure (streets, sewage, green space, etc.) resulting in developers favoring replacement after demolition instead of renovation
The application of building codes and regulations to existing buildings for example “green space”. This often entails expensive alterations which can make compliance through demolition and rebuilding a cheaper or more profitable option.
Plans to sell a vacant plot especially if the building on it is not in a good condition.
The Building contains dangerous materials. Older buildings may contain enough dangerous materials, such as asbestos, that require full or partial demolition
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I am an Account Executive for Leads 2 Business who assists professionals, contractors, sub contractors and anyone needing to learn about new projects and tenders in the construction industry and help build their business by getting more clients.
Before Leads to Business, I spent well over ten years in the fashion industry and after a successful career designing and managing fashion brands I decided it was time to make a change and entered the construction sector. I enjoy trying new sports (archery, anyone?) and am a mom.
Construction of a cement grinding plant in the Coega Industrial Zone
Description
Construction of a cement grinding plant in the Coega Industrial Zone, Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, Eastern Cape. The cement grinding facility will be located along Neptune Road within Zone 5 of the Coega Industrial Zone which is 6km east of the town Motherwell, Port Elizabeth. Estimated value: R350 million
Status
Region
Underway
Eastern Cape
Category
Value
Building
R350 Million
Industry
Timing
Industrial
August 2017 to August 2018
Sector
Class
Private
Invited / Negotiated
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Appointment of three(3) Qualified Electrical Contractors for Emergency Work on the KSDLM Overhead and Underground Electrical Network at Various Locations within KSDLM
Contract Number:
SCM:002/2018/19 – king Sabata Dalindyebo Local Municipality
Description:
Appointment of three(3) Qualified Electrical Contractors for Emergency Work on the KSDLM Overhead and Underground Electrical Network at Various Locations within KSDLM
Category
Industry
Electrical & Instrumentation
Institutional
Region
Site Inspection
Eastern Cape
2018-07-20 10:30 AM
Closing Date
Contract Period
15 August 2018 at 12:00
No Details
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Firstly we need to know what blasting is. It is a technically controlled, effective and safe way to break rock for excavation. It is primarily used in Civil Engineering, Mining and Quarrying for roads and dam construction.
What explosives are used for blasting?
It is a common misconception that dynamite or gunpowder are used for most blasting activities but it is rather the engineered blasting agents that account for approximately 90% of explosive material used.
Ammonium Nitrate mixed with either sodium nitrate or calcium nitrate is the most common product and pound for pound the more effective explosive.
What is involved in Blasting?
• Holes are drilled into the rock and filled with explosives. The more solid the rock the more explosives will be needed.
• Proper ventilation is required to remove not only the dust but also the combustion gases from the explosion. This needs to be done before work can be resumed.
• The rock then collapses once detonation takes place.
• The debris is removed and if need be reinforcing is put in place before further work takes place.
• The entire blast lasts up to 1 second.
Steps to be considered before blasting takes place:
• Fragmentation desired – take into consideration size of digging equipment and crushing equipment needed on the project.
• Rock quality/character – state of the area being blasted, is the rock hard or soft and is the area dry or wet.
• Site limitations – is the area to be blasted near other structures or properties.
• Safety limitations – are there any electrical hazards
• Equipment limitations – are all equipment needed for the project available
Random facts about blasting
• Blasting is now considered routine work in the mining industry.
• Geological or Geotechnical knowledge is needed to ensure effectiveness and safety.
• Blasting involves design and patterns, not just “blowing” stuff up…
• The result of rock blasting is often called rock cut.
• Mining and Construction are the 2 most common uses for explosives.
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