Emirates Glass has added a brand new state-of-the-art furnace to its product line
Emirates Glass one of the leading processors of architectural flat glass in the Middle East and wholly-owned by Dubai Investments PJSC, is upgrading its product offering through the installation of the Glaston Vortex Pro Jumbo Series high-performance flat tempering line to provide high-quality, larger tempered glass. The Glaston Group is a leading global glass company providing high-quality glass processing machines and services for architectural, solar appliance and automotive applications.
The company’s new tempering furnace is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and is designed to produce large glasses that are up to eight meters long. The line is specifically designed to Temper High-Performance Coated Glass with the lowest emissivity & highest quality.
The machine is equipped with ‘Edge Control’, an active edge control technology that incorporates intelligent cooling profiling which automatically adapts to the glass size and minimises edge lift. The furnace is also equipped with an online quality measurement system called ‘iLook’ – an automated scanning system for measuring the optical quality of tempered glass that eliminates the need for manual measurement of glass distortion and aesthetics. The installation of the new furnace is in line with Emirates Glass’ dynamic growth strategy, which focuses on providing high-quality products to meet the growing demand for tempered glass across the Middle East region.
Rizwanulla Khan, executive president, Emirates Glass LLC, said “At Emirates Glass we are focussed on continually expanding our business, including the optimisation of our production processes, increasing efficiency, and expanding our product offering. This is shown by recent upgrades, including the installation of this new furnace. As the market for high quality, larger tempered glass continues to grow, there is a clear need for investing in advanced systems to fulfill the demand for glass quality that stands out from the competition. We have been partnering with Glaston technology since 2000, and this new technology will enable us to process large glasses in line with growing demand.”
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Heriot-Watt University Dubai moves to new state-of-the-art campus at Knowledge Park
Heriot-Watt University Dubai (HWUD) has opened doors to a brand new campus at Dubai Knowledge Park. The dedicated campus is going to serve nearly 4,000 students – representing 105 nationalities from around the world – who have joined Heriot-Watt seeking research-informed, industry-focused British education of the highest standard in the UAE.
The new building occupies 218,000sqft, which are distributed over seven floors, with eight different types of teaching spaces that have been carefully designed to deliver a myriad of learning experiences.
Commenting on the move, Prof Ammar Kaka, Provost and Vice Principal at Heriot-Watt University Dubai, said: “I am extremely pleased to open doors to our new campus today. The development of this campus is a testament to our continued commitment towards offering world class education and enviable infrastructure to our students. Our new campus building has been designed keeping the future student experience in mind; we believe that the supportive environment will allow us to deliver inspiring learning, increase academic success, cutting edge research and the holistic development of our students.”
Classrooms have been designed to be interactive. Rather than traditional lecture theatres, the new campus houses collaborative lecture theatres which offer booth-style seating to encourage small-group discussions and group challenges at appropriate points; pod rooms which are designed to offer group-based learning and the sharing of learning between teachers and peers via interconnected PCs and screens; and teaching and seminar rooms which have been designed as flexible spaces for a range of classroom learning and teaching activities.
The many laboratories and workshops cover automotive, chemical, civil, mechanical, electrical, energy, robotic and structural engineering, and offer facilities for students to learn through practical application as well as through formal timetabled classes. The campus has a psychology laboratory that supports psychological experimentation and a very large IT laboratory for computer scientists as well as others. Design studies are also supported with studios and a Design Hub catering to the current and future needs of those preparing for a career in fashion, architecture, and interior design. All spaces come furnished with modern technology and equipment.
The campus has an array of common areas where students have access to essential services and amenities, including a dedicated Student Council Hub; social learning spaces for independent and group study; an engaging library stocked with both physical books and online resources; and a Maths Gym for maths support, in addition to a central Student Services Centre for student administration. The building also features a multipurpose venue, aptly named the Town Hall, with a cafeteria and auditorium-style seating suitable for hosting Open Days, presentations, and other interactive events.
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Heriot-Watt University Dubai moves to new state-of-the-art campus at Knowledge Park
Heriot-Watt University Dubai (HWUD) has opened doors to a brand new campus at Dubai Knowledge Park. The dedicated campus is going to serve nearly 4,000 students – representing 105 nationalities from around the world – who have joined Heriot-Watt seeking research-informed, industry-focused British education of the highest standard in the UAE.
The new building occupies 218,000sqft, which are distributed over seven floors, with eight different types of teaching spaces that have been carefully designed to deliver a myriad of learning experiences.
Commenting on the move, Prof Ammar Kaka, Provost and Vice Principal at Heriot-Watt University Dubai, said: “I am extremely pleased to open doors to our new campus today. The development of this campus is a testament to our continued commitment towards offering world class education and enviable infrastructure to our students. Our new campus building has been designed keeping the future student experience in mind; we believe that the supportive environment will allow us to deliver inspiring learning, increase academic success, cutting edge research and the holistic development of our students.”
Classrooms have been designed to be interactive. Rather than traditional lecture theatres, the new campus houses collaborative lecture theatres which offer booth-style seating to encourage small-group discussions and group challenges at appropriate points; pod rooms which are designed to offer group-based learning and the sharing of learning between teachers and peers via interconnected PCs and screens; and teaching and seminar rooms which have been designed as flexible spaces for a range of classroom learning and teaching activities.
The many laboratories and workshops cover automotive, chemical, civil, mechanical, electrical, energy, robotic and structural engineering, and offer facilities for students to learn through practical application as well as through formal timetabled classes. The campus has a psychology laboratory that supports psychological experimentation and a very large IT laboratory for computer scientists as well as others. Design studies are also supported with studios and a Design Hub catering to the current and future needs of those preparing for a career in fashion, architecture, and interior design. All spaces come furnished with modern technology and equipment.
The campus has an array of common areas where students have access to essential services and amenities, including a dedicated Student Council Hub; social learning spaces for independent and group study; an engaging library stocked with both physical books and online resources; and a Maths Gym for maths support, in addition to a central Student Services Centre for student administration. The building also features a multipurpose venue, aptly named the Town Hall, with a cafeteria and auditorium-style seating suitable for hosting Open Days, presentations, and other interactive events.
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Construction of two state-of-the-art bus stations at Al Satwa, Oud Metha has reached 77%
Mattar Mohammed Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, announced that construction of the two model public bus stations at Oud Metha and Al Satwa had reached 77%. He revealed that all construction works in both stations would be accomplished by the end of this year. “The construction of stations for public bus riders complements RTA’s efforts to upgrade public transport infrastructure and encourage people to use public transit means in their daily movement. The new stations boast of a unique design that blends innovative engineering designs with new concepts of public transport,” he said.
“The state-of-the-art design caters to the needs of sustainability and people of determination, yet it is coherent with the identity and shape of RTA’s stations. The role of the new stations goes beyond the prevailing concept of commuting passengers to encompass the offering of integrated services for passengers such as retail outlets, service points, offices and others,” explained RTA Director-General and Chairman of the Board.
Al Tayer made these comments during a virtual inspection tour of the two stations where site engineers gave him a briefing about work progress in both stations.
Works have been completed in the foundations and the concrete skeleton of Oud Metha Station, which spans a ground area of 9,640 square metres. The station is situated in a densely populated area neighbouring Oud Metha Metro Station, Schools, Community Clubs and business centres. The station serves several bus routes including the routes from Dubai Academic City and the International City.
Comprising ground floor, three levels and rooftop parking, the station features a design integrated with the public transport means in the area. It has parking areas for buses, taxis and private vehicles. The average number of riders using the station is expected to reach 10,000 riders.
Facilities include 10 operational parking slots for buses, 11 parking for out-of-service buses (waiting and standby buses), 316 parking for vehicles, pick-up and drop-off points, and parking spaces for taxis, staffs, visitors and bike racks.
The station also has air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned shelters, public rest areas fitted with prayer rooms for men and women, staff offices, public toilets, child corner, self-service kiosks, nol card machines, bus information display panels, customers happiness’ index, ATMs, and refreshment and snacks vending machines.
The contractor of Al Satwa Station has completed works in the foundations, landfill, and the concrete skeleton. The station covers an area of 11,912 square metres and comprises of a ground floor, one floor and rooftop parking. The design of the station complements the use of public transit means in the area with parking spaces for buses, taxis and private vehicles.
The station can accommodate 7,800 passengers per day expandable to 15,000 passengers per day in future.
The new Al Satwa station has 15 operational parking for buses, 14 parking slots for out-of-service buses, and 227 parking for vehicles. The station has a pick-up and drop-off point, parking for waiting and standby buses, parking for taxis, staffs and visitors as well as bike racks. It also has public rest areas fitted with prayer rooms for men and women, staff offices, public toilets and investment areas. The station will also host self-service kiosks, nol card machines, bus information display panels, customers happiness’ index, ATMs, refreshment and snacks vending machines.
RTA is currently undertaking the construction of 17 public bus stations to serve the visitors of Expo. They include seven permanent stations at Al Jafiliya, Al Ghubaiba, Etisalat Station at Al Qusais, Union Station at Deira, Business Bay 2, Al Baraha, and Ibn Battuta.
Four temporary stations will be constructed at Dubai Silicon Oasis, International City, Business Bay 1 and Jumeirah Palm. Additionally, RTA will construct six bus stops at Meydan, Dubai International Airport, Al Maktoum International Airport, Al Jaddaf, Dubai Maritime City and Dubai Mall. After Expo, the stations will be integrated into the Dubai public bus network.
The architectural design is inspired by natural elements of the UAE environment. It is characterised by an integrated modern pattern featuring a practical interior and superior exterior. The construction elements have been used to serve and form part of the architectural design while taking into consideration the use of an architectural theme befitting the shapes of buildings in the surrounds. RTA intends to construct 1550 bus shelters over 3-4 years in partnership with the private sector.
State-of-the-art Dynamic Advanced Training Center by Binchy and Binchy
Dynamic Advanced Training unveiled its state-of-the-art aviation training center in Dubai South, UAE. After having received certification from the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), Dynamic is affirmed as the only independent and certified Cabin Crew Training Organization (CCTO) in the UAE.
Binchy and Binchy was tasked to design the interior of the facility that is reflective of Dynamic’s objectives and creates an equally state-of-the-art interior that empowers the training facility and conveys its message. The interior design is inspired by business class aesthetics that feature in both exterior and interior jet finishes.
Dynamic’s co-founder, Mark Kammer, insisted on having the 3.4m deep water survival pool and equipping it with fog, wind, driving rain, and meter-high waves. The full flight cabin simulators incorporate the latest technology in full motion with synchronised, high-definition cabin and cockpit audiovisuals to create an authentic experience by exposing trainees to real-world scenarios.
The center provides comprehensive next-generation training for aircrew, and other aviation personnel. The aviation training facility features several interactive classrooms, training rooms, and emergency/medical workshop areas. The main hall contains four Full Flight Cabin Simulators covering both narrow and wide body commercial jets as well as business jets, including real-firefighting facility, water survival, and exit door training.
“‘Reality is key in designing training centers.” says Jennie Binchy, co-founder and design director at Binchy and Binchy, “Training in hyper-real environments is necessary for the personal management of physical responses to stress. If the environment is known to be fake, regardless of the techniques and training learned, fear can overcome responsibility in a real-life situation.”
State-of-the-art Dynamic Aviation Training Center by Binchy and Binchy
Dynamic Advanced Training unveiled its state-of-the-art aviation training center in Dubai South, UAE. After having received certification from the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), Dynamic is affirmed as the only independent and certified Cabin Crew Training Organization (CCTO) in the UAE.
Binchy and Binchy was tasked to design the interior of the facility that is reflective of Dynamic’s objectives and creates an equally state-of-the-art interior that empowers the training facility and conveys its message. The interior design is inspired by business class aesthetics that feature in both exterior and interior jet finishes.
Dynamic’s co-founder, Mark Kammer, insisted on having the 3.4m deep water survival pool and equipping it with fog, wind, driving rain, and meter-high waves. The full flight cabin simulators incorporate the latest technology in full motion with synchronised, high-definition cabin and cockpit audiovisuals to create an authentic experience by exposing trainees to real-world scenarios.
The center provides comprehensive next-generation training for aircrew, and other aviation personnel. The aviation training facility features several interactive classrooms, training rooms, and emergency/medical workshop areas. The main hall contains four Full Flight Cabin Simulators covering both narrow and wide body commercial jets as well as business jets, including real-firefighting facility, water survival, and exit door training.
“‘Reality is key in designing training centers.” says Jennie Binchy, co-founder and design director at Binchy and Binchy, “Training in hyper-real environments is necessary for the personal management of physical responses to stress. If the environment is known to be fake, regardless of the techniques and training learned, fear can overcome responsibility in a real-life situation.”
Murdoch University inaugurates state-of-the-art campus designed by Woods Bagot
Dubai Knowledge Park has welcomed Murdoch University’s expansion to the community, following the launch of its state-of-the-art campus to develop future-ready graduates.
The Australian institute’s 27,000sqft campus is twice as large as its former one and features world-class facilities including a dedicated cybersecurity lab with custom-built systems and education-focussed furniture and interiors to promote a collaborative teaching and learning environment.
Designed by Woods Bagot and constructed by KPS, the campus maximises natural light and boasts a spacious reception area; a large library with quiet study zones; a dedicated student breakout space; state-of-the-art classrooms; ‘touchdown zones’ and creativity-boosting spaces for informal collaboration; and two large octagonal lecture theatres.
The original Dubai campus was launched over a decade ago in Dubai International Academic City and Murdoch University’s expansion to Dubai Knowledge Park has doubled the size of its former site.
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