Prefabricated Multi-Storey Building

Prefabricated multi-storey buildings are structures that consist of factory made components which are transported to the intended location and then assembled for use as residential buildings, offices etc. Ideal for use in remote places, for public housing, as temporary structures, the prefabricated multi-storey buildings are equal to conventional buildings in all aspects. Moreover, these also accord additional benefits over conventional buildings such as lesser wastage of man hours, less environment pollution and cost savings. Probably as a result of the aforesaid benefits accorded by prefabricated multi-storey buildings, these are increasingly being preferred over conventional buildings, an event that was hard to even think of a decade ago. It can also be safely stated that going forward, the usage of these buildings is only expected to increase further.

Epack Polymers Pvt. Ltd. is an ISO 9001:2000 & ISO 14000 certified organization that is engaged in manufacturing and supplying of a wide assortment of energy efficient & sustainable buildings. The organization is a part of the East India Group, a renowned group established in the year 1989 and which currently has a turnover of over 650 crores INR.. Apart from India, Epack Polymers Pvt. Ltd. is also a leading exporter in this sector with clients in places such as Australia/NZ, Middle East, North America, Europe etc.

Attributes of prefabricated multi-storey buildings :-

• These are as long lasting as conventional buildings
• These have optimal tolerance to shocks and vibrations
• Prefabricated multi-storey buildings are ideal for use in places where living or working spaces for a large number of people are required, this is primarily because these generally have a uniform design
• Moreover, providing water and electricity connections inside prefabricated multi-storey buildings is much more simpler as compared to traditional buildings
• Also, extra safety features as per requirement can also be added to these buildings
• These provide sufficient protection to people inside during adverse weather conditions.

Factors that are taken into consideration while installing prefabricated multi-storey building :-

• A structural design that ensures stability of the installed building while in use
• Meeting all the requisite fire resistance regulations, most prefabricated multi-storey buildings generally have a fire rating of F30-B, i.e – in case of fire, the building components must stand for at least 30 minutes
• Optimal sound and thermal insulation
• Ability to withstand a mild to severe magnitude earthquake
• Providing sufficient exit ways for people residing inside in case of any untoward instance

Prefabricated multi-storey buildings : contributing towards developing rural India :-

Prefabricated multi-storey buildings offer immense future possibilities that are good enough to benefit people, organizations and even society as a whole. Some future possibilities are :-

• These can be used as educational institutions for people living in remote or rural areas of India.
• These can also be used as hospitals, offices of government departments in remote and rural areas of India.
• Prefabricated multi-storey buildings can also be used in disaster management initiatives, providing temporary shelters to people during distressing times such as floods, cyclones etc.
• These can also be used as a market hub in villages of India.
• The prefabricated multi-storey buildings can also be used as guest houses and hotels in remote or rural places for people who are traveling there just as a tourist or for some other specific work.