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Internal Features :
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As the
walls are almost vertical along the circumference, there is adequate
standing space all around the dome.
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Internal
partitions for toilets, kitchens and separate rooms can be designed to
suit individual requirements, making the dome an integral living unit.
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Lights,
fan, electric points and plumbing are easy to fix in the Ferro-cement
shell.
The interior and exterior can be painted as desired.
Advantages:
Economical :
The Pabal Dome provides an attractive living space at an extremely
economical price of Rs.150/- per sq. foot for conventional
construction.
Simple :
The Pabal Dome requires simple nut bolting of color coded components,
making it ideally suited to do-it-yourself construction. As the
construction requires cement or brick masonry, it can easily be carried
out by local masons.
No Foundation
: Because of its uniform
loading, the Pabal dome does not require deep foundations. The
anchoring required is simple yet firm, yielding considerable economics
in time and money.
Rapid :
A team of 8 people can complete the construction in less than a
fortnight. The kit can be assembled in one day.
Durable
: As the Pabal Dome is
constructed of steel and cement, it is as durable as conventional
steel, cement and brick construction.
Flexible : Several domes can be interconnected to form
interesting housing designs. Beside ferro-cement,
cheaper cladding materials, like brick, plastic, thatch etc. can be
used for more economical construction.
Shape and Structure : The uniform distribution of load and the
round shape of the dome make it ideal for areas prone to earthquakes
and cyclones.
Pabal Dome kit :The
Standard kit is available in two sizes, with diameters of 6 meters and
4 meters ,and carpet areas of 280 sq.ft. and 120 sq.ft. respectively. Other sizes i.e.3,55and
7 meters can be supplied on order.
The kit includes the steel frame, nuts and bolts,
one door and four window frames .Accessories such as ceiling
ventilators, window grills and window panes are optional.
An illustrated construction manual is supplied along with the kit, and
simply explains each step of the construction process. If required, the
construction of the dome can also be undertaken by approved
contractors.
For Construction of Pabal Dom contact:-
1) Mr. Raju
Bawadhankar
Vishwakarma, Wakadewadi Road, Near Chinchwad farm,
Chinchawad, Pune-411033.
Phone: -
9226369392, 9860455496.
2) Mr. Kasim
Inamdar
Salam
Enterprises, Pabal ,
Tal: Shirur, District: Pune 412403
Phone 9766518092
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