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Aug 1, 2010 - Two Easy Ways to Grow Grass in High Traffic Areas

We all know that grass if left on its own will be difficult to establish in high-traffic areas. One can overcome this problem by using a couple of ways without detracting from the beauty of the grass. One way of doing so is to use plastic grass grids to protect the grass roots from damage. Or you can use precast concrete grass pavers or grass grids to accomplish the same objective. Learn more about these options of growing grass in high-traffic areas.

Use Plastic Grass Grids

You can capture the beauty of grass in high traffic areas in a non-obtrusive fashion by using KGM plastic grass grids. Plastic grass grids create a barrier between grass roots and the applied load. They do so by evenly distributing and transferring the applied load, e.g., truck, to the surface below. In simple terms they act like grass reinforcement. The main advantage of plastic grass grids is that they are not visible once the grass has established.

KGM plastic grass grid is available in one size 325mm x 325mm x 32 mm. KGM plastic grass grids, due to their honey comb design and virgin material, are strong enough to withstand any normally encountered load.

Visit our section of website on plastic grass grids to find out more

Use Concrete Grass Grids or Grass Pavers
	Precast concrete grass grid or grass pavers have been used in India for establishing grass in high-traffic areas for many years. The grid pattern of the concrete can also add to the decorative beauty of grass. KK offers Precast Concrete Grass Grids/Pavers in two sizes 600x400x70 and 300x300x60. In our experience, the larger size is more visually appealing than the smaller due to fewer joint lines.
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Jul 1, 2010 - KK Introduces Innovative Manhole Covers

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In our 25 years experience of making precast concrete manhole covers and frames, we have realized that the current IS code has failed to meet some of the primary functions for which it was designed.

The IS code for Heavy Duty covers provides for 2mm thick mild steel sheet around the periphery of the cover and two mild steel lifting hooks placed about 2 to 3 inches away from the extreme edge of the cover. It also provides for a gap of 5mm around the cover between the cover and the frame besides a test load of 20 MT for failure.

All the above specifications except the test load have miserably failed to provide a cover which can be opened and closed as and when required, due to the following reasons explained. First, rusting and subsequent swelling of the mild steel rim compresses and hardens the dust collected in the 5mm gap between the cover and frame. This makes it practically impossible to remove the cover from the frame. Second, the hooks are so positioned that the workman who is trying to remove the cover by usually available tool, i.e pickaxe, gets no leverage. In this process, sometimes the workman pulls out the hook from the cover. Common sense would dictate that the fulcrum should be obtained from an object away from the object the workman is trying to lift. Third, the m.s. hooks corrode with time and ultimately fail.

Recognizing these issues, we have modified the design of the manhole cover in three areas:

The metal strip around the cover has been deleted, since it was not to remain for a long time anyway
Position of the lifting hooks has been shifted to the extreme edges of the cover so that when using a pickaxe to move the cover, the frame edge automatically becomes the fulcrum
The mild steel hooks have been HOT DIP GALVANISED to prevent rusting of hooks for a long time to come

The ultimate result of these improvements is a product that is user friendly and low maintenance.

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Dec 1, 2009 - KK launches for the first time in India Precast Reinforced Concrete Light Poles.

KK introduces architectural light poles in precast reinforced concrete meant for gardens, recreational areas, parking lots, and industrial lighting. These light poles are a cost-effective substitute to traditional steel light poles. Moreover, precast concrete light poles have longer life as they are not susceptible to corrosion as steel light poles are. Currently, light poles are available in octagonal cross-section with a mounting height ranging from 11.5 to 15 feet. The light pole can be directly embedded in ground or bolted on to a concrete foundation. The light pole incorporates a conduit running along the length of the light pole and a recessed hand hole for cable entrance and fuse. The light pole also incorporates a steel pipe at the top to which the light fixture can be attached.

Nov 1, 2009 - KK launches an innovative solution to urban tree problem

We all love trees for their beauty and their ability to keep the environment clean yet trees are the most neglected entities on the urban Indian roads now days. The urban Indian road infrastructure has not adequately planned for cohabitation of trees, human beings, and vehicles. We are running out of space and the easy solution is to encroach upon the space occupied by the silent spectators, i.e., trees. We are sure that each one of us has witnessed a tree on the road side that just does not have the breathing room to grow because the area around the trees has been concreted to the extent that water cannot reach its roots. This situation is just not sustainable and some things going to give if something is not done.

To address this major problem, KK has developed a precast concrete tree surround that is cost effective, durable, theft-proof, and elegant. This innovative tree-surround incorporates holes to allow water to reach the tree roots and is suitable for trees up to a diameter of 450 mm (18 inches). The tree surround is assembled from 4 identical components. The top surface of the tree surround has been ground to a smooth finish to add to the beauty of the road infrastructure.

Sept 1, 2009 - KK adds a new and innovative product to its Outdoor Furniture offering

KK introduces Circular table with Circular bench in Terrazzo finish. This table and bench combination is an improvement over our earlier model - Circular Table with 4 Benches. This innovative bench is assembled from just 4 components that are bolted together. The table and bench top incorporate a terrazzo finish using a combination of black and white marble chips embedded in a red coloured matrix that is ground to a smooth finish using the latest precision grinding machines. The round bench in combination with the round table is guaranteed to enhance the look of any surrounding.

Konkrete Precast Concrete Products are manufactured using the latest vibro-compaction techniques, accurately designed moulds, appropriate reinforcement with circular plastic spacers and a concrete grade of M30 and above. We can also produce customised products for your special needs, subject to large quantities. To order customised products, sizes, strength required and other necessary information needs to be sent. In our constant endeavour to improve the products, the specifications may change without notice.