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Mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) refers to the parts of building plan and development. In business structures, these components are frequently planned by a particular engineering firm. MEP is significant for arranging, decision making, precise documentation, execution and cost-estimation, development, and working/keeping up the subsequent facilities.  >> MEP in Construction: At the point when we take a look at MEP support in any project, a notable work, which is HVAC is controlled by Mechanical and also passes by Electrical. MEP in construction must require a wide range of commercial, private and manufacturing purposes where administrations and facilities are required.  MEP comprises of introducing cooling systems, water supply, and waste management system, fires fighting systems, electrical power and lighting frameworks including transformer substations and emergency control generators, fire protection and alert frameworks, voice and information frame...

Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) is an automated switching device that transfers load capacity to a backup source when it automatically senses mains failure and gets back to its unique state when the mains power reestablishes to the ordinary condition. An ATS uses a standby power such as an uninterruptable power supply (UPS) when there is mains failure. An ATS can start up more backup power systems to operate electronic devices until the utility power is reestablished. Since the ATS is associated with both main and backup power sources, it fills in as a mediator among electrical equipment and the power supplies, going about as an electrical carrier. An ATS can go about as an excessive, rack-mounted power supply for electrical equipment that is associated with a power source with just a single cord. AMF Transfer Panel is used to switch the source of mains supply for UPS frameworks between the utility mains supply and a standby DG supply. Under ordinary conditions, the UPS system ...

There are various types of paints used for painting the interior wall of the house, offices, etc. Some of them are as follows:  1.  Plastic emulsion Paint: Plastic emulsion paint is water-based wall paint. It is based on acrylic and offers a clean matt end to the walls. These paints have won popularity because of their ease of application, quick-drying properties, non-objectionable odor, and good washability. 2.  Cement Based Paints: Cement-based paints are of utmost durability and can be applied to the interior as well as exterior walls. As cement makes the main constituent of the paint, it provides hardness to the surface and can be one of the best options available. 3.  Distemper: Distemper paint is a decorative, water-based paint used in interior as well as exterior wall painting. Distemper consists of constituents such as water, lime, coloring pigments, and chalk.  4.  Satin & Eggshell Paints:   Satin paints have a silky finish and...

An overhead electricity line is a design utilized in electric power transmission and distribution to transmit electric power across massive distances. It includes one or extra conductors suspended with the aid of towers or poles. Overhead power lines are generally the most low-cost approach of power transmission for large quantities of electric energy. The overhead transmission lines are classified based on the following: 1. Range of Voltage: >> Low Voltage (LV)- less than 1000V >> Medium Voltage (MV)- Between 1kV and 69 kV >> High Voltage (HV)- 115 kV and 138 kV >> Extra-High Voltage (EHV)- from 345 kV up to 800 kV >> Ultra-High Voltage (UHV)- Higher than 800 kV 2. Depending on the Length of Transmission Lines: >> Short Transmission Line: Length less than 60 km >> Medium Transmission Line: Length more than 80 km but less than 250 km >> Long Transmission Line: Length more than 250 km There are a few types of insulators ...

Construction companies should ensure the safety of their labors at the workplace. There should be strict safety rules and regulations that laborers must adhere to. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is designed to be worn by employees at the construction site to prevent the risk of fatal injury or any sort of hazardous substance. Basic safety equipment for construction workers are as follows:  >> Chains and Harness: Chains and Harness are used at construction sites to provide safety from falling from heights. According to a survey, the major reason for the fatalities of workers is falling.  >> Safety Vests: Safety vests are designed to have high visibility and reflectivity. A safety vest wearer is easily detected and this can reduce the incidents resulting in accidental injuries. >> Construction Signage: Right signage can prevent a huge loss at the construction workplace.  >> Safety Footwear: The primary requirem...

The construction industry in most of the regions is driving strong demand for construction chemicals such as admixtures, concretes, waterproofing chemicals, adhesives, etc. There is plenty of growth in emerging economies like India as the government is investing more in infrastructure as well as a housing development. Construction chemicals are of increasing significance to the construction industry as they relate to flexibility via their ability to regulate and enhance the bodily and chemical compounds of structures such as compressive strength, sturdiness, the surface end, and resistance to detrimental climatic and operating situations. Many chemical compounds and waterproofing materials are designed to improve workability, overall performance, and the compatibility of different construction substances, besides, to protect construction materials and finished structures. 1. Masterseal: Masterseal waterproofing and sealants are formulated to stop water leakage and mois...