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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 9226437117
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