A fire-safe storage facility for Pidilite
DHL, a global logistics giant facilitating courier services,
package delivery, and express mail, handles an astonishing
1.8 billion parcels annually. Storage facilities are essential for them
A fire-safe storage facility for Pidilite
DHL, a global logistics giant facilitating courier services, package delivery, and express mail, handles an astonishing 1.8 billion parcels annually. Storage facilities are essential for them
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The Requirements
- Develop a two-hour fire-retardant enclosure for storing highly flammable goods.
- Replace traditional steel deck panels in loading levels or racks.
- Cover a significant wall area of 40,000 square feet with a towering height of 40 feet.
- Complete the project within a tight timeframe of just four weeks.
The Solution Implemented
- Deployment of EcoRak solutions, compatible with existing racking systems, offering modularity, fire-retardancy, strength exceeding that of steel, and cost-effectiveness.
- Construction of the 40-foot-high fire-retardant wall using large EcoBoard panels (13.5 ft x 6 ft) in combination with customized frames, including EcoFrames and MS steel frames.
- Collaborative efforts with a reputable structural engineer to ensure the wall's custom design adhered to all safety standards.
- Execution by two expert teams, one focused on fabrication and the other on panel installation, expedited the project.
The Solution Implemented
- Customized design to meet specific needs
- Construction of an office and warehouse on a support structure of racking
- Quick project initiation and installation by the EcoYou team
- Ground +1 structure with over 12,000 sq ft of wall area
- Deployment of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers for fast installation and ramp-up
- Best-in-class design, supply, and installation provided
The Result
Successfully completed a challenging engineering-intensive project with a 40-foot-high fire-retardant wall while achieving cost saving of over 40%.
Achieved impact resistance and secured certification for fire-retardancy from a renowned laboratory.
Replaced traditional, expensive materials with sustainable and lighter alternatives.
Generated rural income exceeding 1 million INR, contributing to local communities.
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