Monday, August 18, 2008

Transportation and Erection of Portable Classroom.

The erection of our Portable Classroom consists of a 7 step Process:

1. Prefabricated Panels are transported flat packed on a large truck to Site (Tenant Creek). The largest panel is 19.85 meters long and 3.5 meters wide

2. Screw pile foundations are laid on site in preparation.

3. Prefabricated panels are loaded and carefully placed on foundations.

4. Using a rope pulley system the panels are erected by students. Alternatively crane could be used.

5. The panels are made with 2 ridged joints and 2 hinged joints for fold ability of site. Student involvement in the erection process is encouraged.

6. Joints between each of the 10 modules are fastened and waterproofed.

7. Furnishings, guttering, prefabricated baloney and the disabled access ramp are fastened in to place. The portable classroom is now ready to be occupied and used by children.

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