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Phoenix Marketcity project & its problem:
Phoenix Marketcity in Bangalore stands as a modern marvel, a hub of shopping, entertainment, and cultural experiences.
The Phoenix Mills Co. Ltd. developed Phoenix Marketcity, situated in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. This shopping mall claims the title of Bangalore’s largest, spanning an impressive 1,000,000 square feet (93,000 m2) across four floors. Within its premises, you’ll find 296 stores, a state-of-the-art nine-screen PVR Cinemas multiplex, and a bustling food court.
Phoenix Marketcity, a testament to Bangalore’s thriving metropolis, embarked on a restoration journey to maintain its architectural integrity.
Phoenix Marketcity boasts intricate detailing that demands the highest standards of quality.
The challenge lay in matching the building’s immaculate period features with modern advancements.
Sunanda Global’s bonding agent for plaster emerged as the ideal solution, allowing the project contractors to restore the fragile original details.
The Application of Sunanda’s product in the project:
Damaged sections were carefully removed and used to create moulds with Sunanda Global’s bonding agent for the plaster to retain fine details. The contractors then used these moulds to craft new pieces that seamlessly blended with the surfaces, ensuring accuracy.
The contractors began the restoration by thoroughly cleaning the surfaces and removing dirt and loose particles. After moistening the surface, they evenly applied a coat of Sunanda Global’s bonding agent to the plaster.
As the surface became tacky, they added a chat/dash coat of cement mortar within a specified time frame. This tacky period varied based on external atmospheric conditions and substrate saturation. Once the surface became adequately tacky, plastering or concrete work commenced.
Enhanced Bond Strength:
The use of Sunanda Global’s bonding agent for plaster significantly strengthened the bond between the new plaster and the existing substrate. As the concrete cured, the bond strength continued to increase, ensuring long-lasting results. Importantly, this bonding agent had no corroding or deteriorating effects on the building’s structural components, including reinforcement steel.
The force required to pull out plaster aided by Sunanda’s bonding agent was twice what was needed to detach ordinary plaster. This enhanced bond strength was crucial for the Phoenix Marketcity’s restoration success, ensuring the longevity of the preserved elements.
Addressing Gunniting Challenges:
In many cases, inadequate bond strength led to the failure of gunniting during repairs. However, by applying Sunanda Global’s bonding agent for plaster as a bonding layer before gunniting, Phoenix Marketcity overcame this challenge. This approach not only improved bond strength but also reduced rebound loss during the restoration process.
Preserving Phoenix Marketcity for the Future:
Thanks to the successful restoration project, Phoenix Marketcity in Bangalore now stands as a testament to the seamless integration of heritage preservation and modernity.
Sunanda Global’s bonding agent for plaster played a pivotal role in achieving this delicate balance, allowing thousands of visitors to cherish the landmark for generations to come.
Conclusion:
The restoration of Phoenix Marketcity exemplifies a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation.
Sunanda Global’s bonding agent for plaster proved to be an indispensable tool for skilled contractors, ensuring the preservation of Phoenix Marketcity while ushering in a new era of architectural excellence.
The Phoenix Marketcity Mall project stands as a testament to the enduring partnership between craftsmanship and Sunanda Global’s cutting-edge technology, ensuring that the past remains alive in the present and future.
