Why Dust Abatement Plans Are Required for Construction Sites

Eliminating the creation of dust is called dust abatement. Because this type of dust is an increasing challenge in the dry areas of any country, dust abatement solutions are a necessity at most construction sites along with their building permits. In some cases, permits will not be given if such plans do not exist.

The most frequently used solution of controlling dust is with the use of a wetting agent. And the most commonly used agent is water. To help retain the moisture in the soil of extremely arid areas, some contractors are applying the chemical magnesium chloride on the soil’s surface. This has proven to have a minimal negative effect on the environment while considerably increasing the ability to contain the moisture in the ground, thus reducing the annoying dust.

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Central Plaza, Hong Kong: A Hong Kong Landmark

Standing majestically, in the business district of Wanchai North, Central Plaza is world renowned for its astounding height and amazing architectural features. The building is magnificently positioned at 18 Harbour Road in Hong Kong and is 374 metres in height.

It was the Sino Group and Sun Hung Kai Properties that jointly developed this brilliant masterpiece. The construction of this 78 storey skyscraper was officially completed in August 1995. From the land acquisition to the completion of the project it took nearly 44 months. It is also estimated that to build just one floor it took about 4 days.

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