Hi Progress of Green Building Sector in Qatar.!

Hi Progress of Green Building Sector in Qatar.!

There has been rapid progress in green building sector in Qatar with the emergence of many world-class sustainable constructions in recent years. With the fifth-highest number of LEED-registered and certified buildings outside the U.S., Qatar has valuable experience and inputs to offer on the system’s local relevance and application. 

Various countries in the Middle East have been accredited with regards to the LEED system. 

Of these buildings, 65 per cent (802) are located in the UAE. Qatar is ranked second on the list, with 173 green buildings, followed by Saudi Arabia (145), Lebanon (25) and Egypt (22).

Qatar’s Green Building Rating System:

Qatar has developed established its own assessment called Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS), formerly known as the Qatar Sustainability Assessment System (QSAS) system specifically developed for the State of Qatar. GSAS is billed as the world’s most comprehensive green building assessment system developed after rigorous analysis of 40 green building codes from all over the world. The assessment criterion takes into consideration various categories related to sustainable development and its impact on environmental stress mitigation. 

Each criterion elucidates the requirements of reducing environmental stress and a score is then given to each criterion based on the level of compliance. QSAS is assessed on the following eight categories; urban connectivity, site, energy, water, indoor environment, materials, management and operations and cultural – economic values. Qatar has incorporated QSAS into Qatar Construction Standards 2010 and it is now mandatory for all private and public sector projects to get GSAS certification. 

Qatar Green Building Council:

The Qatar Green Building Council (QGBC) was established in 2009 to promote sustainable growth and development in Qatar through cost efficient and environment-friendly building practices. The organisation aims to support the overall health and sustainability its environment, people and economic security in Qatar for generations to come. As one of the 30 members of the LEED roundtable, the Qatar Green Building Council endeavour to prioritise factors such as environmental conditions and its influence on green buildings. For instance, in arid regions such as Qatar, improving a building’s water efficiency in order to reduce the burden on local supply is a priority.

Benefits for Qatar:

Sustainable development has been identified as one of the top priorities in Qatar’s National Development Strategy. 

The ultimate objective of green buildings is to reduce the overall impact of the built environment on human health and the natural environment. This can be promoted by using water, energy and other resources more efficiently as well as ensuring occupant health and improving employee productivity. 

Green buildings can bring a variety of social, economic and environmental benefits for Qatari residents. Through rainwater harvesting, greywater recycling and renewable energy systems, green buildings can promote water conservation, energy management as well as climate change mitigation. Moreover, this can also bring along sizable reduction in operation costs and offer long-term savings. 

Finally, sustainable buildings in Qatar can improve overall health of the occupants by tackling common issues such as insufficient air circulation, poor lighting and temperature variances. Green buildings emphasize natural ventilation which creates healthier and more comfortable living environments.

Qatar National Convention Center – A Shining Example:

The Qatar National Convention Center, located in Doha, has recently been accredited for its approach to environmental stress mitigation. The 177,000 square meter structure has been commended for its recognition as one of the world’s most iconic energy-efficient convention centers built to date. The building has 3,500 square meters of its roof areas with solar panels, contributing 12.5% of the building total electrical consumption. Other contributors include, LED lighting, air volume systems and carbon dioxide monitors. The building has also gained recognition for being one of Qatar’s first environmentally sustainable structures which has even been given the gold certification standards under the LEED system equivalent to 6 stars on the QSAS.

Conclusion:

Structures such as the Qatar National Convention Center will be a benchmark for all future green structure in Qatar. With an increase in population along with an ailing environment, it is absolutely necessary that we begin to take an approach that is suitable to the demands of our time. It is heartening to see that Qatar has recognised the importance of green architecture and lucrative benefits associated with it. 

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HI NEWS ITEM; Hi NEWS: DONALDSON RANKS HIGHLY IN 2013

December 6, 2013

Long regarded as a leader among its peers, Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE:DCI), a leading, worldwide manufacturer of filtration systems and parts, is pleased to announce that the company ranked high once again in 2013 both as a U.S. technology leader and as a Minnesota-based publicly traded company.

Each year, IndustryWeek, a leading voice in manufacturing for more than 40 years, compiles a variety of lists to rank U.S. manufacturers among their peers. In 2013, Donaldson excelled in the IW’s lists as shown below:

• IW US 500 ranks America's largest public manufacturers, based on revenue. In 2013, Donaldson was number 324 in the list of 500, up from 340 the prior year. Within this list, Donaldson also ranked as the #2 U.S. machinery manufacturer.


• IndustryWeek 50 Best U.S. Manufacturers, an exclusive annual ranking of America's top-performing public manufacturers based on their financial performance in six key areas over a three-year period, ranked Donaldson 18, up from 39 in 2012. Financial metrics measured include inventory turns, profit margin, asset turns, return on assets, return on equity and revenue growth.

“As a global leader in industrial filtration solutions, we are pleased that our company continues to move up in the rankings among our peers as part of IndustryWeek’s annual benchmarks,” said Jay Ward, senior vice president, Industrial Products at Donaldson Company, Inc. “These rankings are a testament to our continued focus on technology and customer service coupled with the commitment of our employees to advancing our technologies and products.”

In Minnesota, Donaldson continues to excel as a publicly-traded company in terms of financial performance, technology advancement and as a desirable place to work.

In 2013, Donaldson ranked in the Top 10 (#9) of the Twin Cities Business B.I.G. Book of Lists showcasing the “Top 25 Publicly Traded Manufacturers.” The Company also ranked #12 in the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal “Top 25 Public Company R&D Spending” list, a modest jump from 15 in 2012. Both rank companies based on annual revenue.

As a patent holder, Donaldson was also showcased among its peers in 2013. With 43 U.S. granted patents, Donaldson ranked #11 in the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal “Top 25 Index of Patent Holders.” Additionally, the Company was selected as a constituent in the 2012-2013 Ocean Tomo 300® Patent Index (OT300), a diversified portfolio of 300 companies that own the most valuable U.S. patents relative to their book value.

Donaldson ranked 18 among the top 100 Minnesota employers in the Star Tribune’s 2013 “Top Workplaces.” Surveyed by Workplace Dynamics, employees were surveyed on “Me factors” – career, pay and management – and “We factors” – where their company is going, its strategy to get there and what makes their company different.

“Minnesota is a state rich in public companies, IP and innovation, and employers who know the value their people bring to the organization,” continued Ward. “Donaldson is honored to be ranked so highly among other Minnesota employers. We appreciate the commitment of all our constituents for their continued support of Donaldson.”

About Donaldson Company

Donaldson is a leading worldwide provider of filtration systems that improve people’s lives, enhance our Customers’ equipment performance, and protect our environment. We are a technology-driven Company committed to satisfying our Customers’ needs for filtration solutions through innovative research and development, application expertise, and global presence. Our approximately 12,600 employees contribute to the Company’s success by supporting our Customers at our more than 140 sales, manufacturing, and distribution locations around the world.

Donaldson is a member of the S&P MidCap 400 and Russell 1000 indices, and our shares trade on the NYSE under the symbol DCI. Additional information is available at the Donaldson Company corporate website.

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2 - 4 June, 2015 - NEC Birmingham. 

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More and more UK manufacturers are turning to subcontracting to build their business and expand their markets, says a leading Subcon exhibitor. 

Tony Hague, chairman of the Midlands Assembly Network (MAN), says: 

“MAN has been exhibiting at Subcon since 2010 and, in that time, we have seen a trend for people to subcontract more of their activities."

“This has been key for UK manufacturers to compete globally, allowing them to invest in core competencies and sub out non-core activities and skills.”

This is good news for MAN, says Mr Hague: “Our business model is one of collaborative and complementary engineering and production skills and therefore is suited to this trend.”

First established in 2006, the Midlands Assembly Network is made up of ten members, including Advanced Chemical Etching, Alucast, Brandauer, Barkley Plastics, FW Cables, Grove Design, Mec-Com, PP Electrical Systems, SMT Developments and Westley Engineering – all of whom will be exhibiting at Subcon.

Subcon, the UK’s only dedicated event for contract and subcontract manufacturing, returns to the NEC, Birmingham, on 4 to 6 June this year.

It covers every aspect of outsourced manufacturing services and attracts quality visitors from all sectors.

This broad spread is part of the reason why it is so successful for exhibitors, says Mr Hague.

“Subcon is particularly good for MAN because of the quality of the audience and the diversity of services visitors are looking to buy. We have won a lot of business by exhibiting at Subcon. This includes a number of key projects and blue chip customers in electronics, fabrication, medical and renewables.”

He adds that MAN is a great believer in Subcon as a way to reach new and existing customers and is looking forward to exhibiting at this year’s show.

“This year should be particularly exciting as the group is now stronger than ever, with new members and additional skills in fabrication and a full design capability.”

Subcon 2013 runs alongside the Advanced Manufacturing Show, and The Engineer Conference.

For more information on visiting or exhibiting at Subcon please go to the official event homepage by clicking the direct link here. 

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Visitors were able to find the tools to review and source the latest products, services and innovations.

The Engineer Conference;

The Engineer conference, led by top title The Engineer, showcased some of the most compelling and inspiring examples of manufacturing technology from both the UK's established and emerging engineering sectors.

The Advanced Manufacturing and Subcon Seminar Theatre;

By visiting The Advanced Manufacturing and Subcon Seminar Theatre, attendees were able to stay up-to-date with the most important developments in manufacturing. 

The sessions covered everything from additive manufacturing and metrology to design and 3D printing over the three days.

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Empower to invest in $327m in plants:

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower) has announced that it plans to invest Dhs1.2bn ($327m) this year in building new plants, reported Gulf News. Empower, a joint venture between Dubai Holding unit Tecom Investments and Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, has invested a similar amount in district cooling projects so far. It has built a 60,000 refrigeration tonne capacity plant for Jumeirah Beach Residence and a 56,000 RT plant for Dubai Healthcare City.

QIMC partners with Oman’s Takamul to develop industrial projects:

Qatar Industrial Manufacturing Co (QIMC) has signed a partnership deal with Oman’s Takamul Investment Co to jointly develop industrial projects in both Qatar and Oman, Gulf Times has reported. The partners will together and separately scout for credible industrial partners to bring about regional development in a cohesive manner, said QIMC chief executive, Abdul Rahman al-Ansari. “There are real mutual benefits we find with this relationship and we will be keen to explore areas for collaboration and the sharing of best practice,” he said.

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The Civil Infrastructure & Technology Exhibition

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From roads to ports, electricity generation to mobile & broadband technology and coverage, infrastructure projects for the UK are high on the agenda. Developments in infrastructure are the crucial backbone of a modern economy and are also a major determinant of growth and productivity.

20 - 22 May, Earls Court 2, London.

The Civil Infrastructure and Technology Exhibition (CITE) will be part of the largest infrastructure exhibition held in the UK this year.

CITE will focus on infrastructure, civil engineering, energy, geotechnical, tunnelling, waste, water and utilities, while Infrarail will focus on rail infrastructure.

CITE will provide a platform for the industry to meet, discuss, and maximise opportunities created by the Government’s National Infrastructure Plan, which is vital to enable the country to compete effectively in the modern world.