NHA Standard Housing Models

“We shape
TRAINING MANUAL
our buildings,
thereafter
they shape us.”

-Winston Churchill
FIRST EDITION

Published By:

NATIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY

HOUSING TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

2017

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 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The National Housing Authority (NHA) expresses its gratitude to the following
agencies and individual who in one way or another have contributed in the
compilation and preparation of this TRAINING MANUAL:

Accreditation of Innovative Technologies for Housing (AITECH) Committee

Chair
Leoncio B. Evasco, Jr.
Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council (HUDCC)

Members

Leilani D.L. Del Prado

CIAP Representative

Judy F. Sese
DPWH-BRS Representative

Maria Teresita G. Del Rosario

DTI-BPS Representative

Maria Imelda E. Fabros

HDMF Representative

Ariel M. Laurente
HGC Representative

Julius H. Tan
HLURB Representative

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 Avelino D. Tolentino
Mr. Wilson A Tabuton Technology Proponents
HUDCC Representative

Maria Benita O. Regala

NHA Representative • Concrete Ventures Group, Inc.

Raymundo H. Habal • Ecostrong Builders Corporation / Sterling Construction & Development

PCIEERD-DOST Representative Corporation

Rubirosa M. Alvarado • Nedsteel Construction & Development Corporation

NHMFC Representative
• Next Century Building Systems, Inc.
Fernando J. Germar
UP-BRS • Paligid Development Corporation

• Permaforms, Inc.
Bureau of Design—Department of Public Works and Highways
• SKS Construction and Development Corporation
Raul C. Asis
Undersecretary for Technical Services, DPWH • SRC Int’l Panel System, Inc.

Dante B. Potante • United Steel Technology Corporation

Director of Bureau of Design, DPWH

Mariano C. Del Castillo

Former Division Chief of Architectural Design, BOD-DPWH

Josephine P. Isturis
Engineer V, Chief Buildings Division, BOD-DPWH

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FOREWORD
Socialized housing, and its desired outcome of community-building, has
always had a special significance in every Philippine president’s socio-economic
agenda, the current administration included.
The Duterte Administration’s vision of serving the multitude of homeless
Filipino low-income families is guided by the constitution, with its provisions
stating that the prime duty of the government is to serve and protect the
people, protect life, liberty and property, and promote the general welfare of
the people.
What better way to abide by the constitutional mandate than to provide
safe, livable and enduring urban and rural housing communities to the greatest
number of people. As much as possible utilizing the latest housing technologies,
and leveraging these and the leadership and people trained in optimizing their
benefits, to produce in massive numbers modern, affordable and climate-
change resilient housing structures.
It all starts from enhancing and building capabilities in the long, medium
and short terms. A strong and effective shelter capability will combine the
essential ingredients of leadership, regulations, training, innovation, quality and
application of technologies and materials development, and ensure that
housing in the 21st century will depart from the rough-shod construction and
squalid appearance of low-cost housing sites in the past.
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The manual and the hands-on training roll-
out recognize the mistakes, gaps and short-cuts of
the past. Adopting new housing technologies will
lessen vulnerabilities of home sites affected by
poor materials, techniques and construction.
With the production of the manual and the
roll-out of hands-on training on new housing
technologies, we have set our sight in achieving a
uniform way addressing our need for cost-efficient
housing technologies, processes and concepts,
roles and functions, and unity of action.
Indeed, building up our capabilities
through training and adopting standardized
approaches should help us go beyond our “silos”,
and make us better builders of society.
MARCELINO P. ESCALADA, JR.
General Manager
National Housing Authority
MESSAGE

Let this publication encourage more

Government is constantly faced with the challenge to provide people to invent and innovate for the
decent yet cost-efficient homes to the underprivileged sector of our greater good. More importantly, the
society. Thus, the need to look out for innovative visionaries is an integral information contained in this manual should
part of our duty. be put to good use. The Translation of these
instructions to practice will benefit the poor
This reference material for housing construction is a comparison of that we are committed to serve.
products in research, technology, innovation and modernization. The
training manual for AITECH – accredited and DPWH – approved building Mabuhay!
technologies serves as a guide for all stakeholders in the housing sector.

The National Housing Authority (NHA) has taken the lead to

explain proper construction methodologies and details to achieve safe,
affordable, resilient and decent housing for the marginalized sector.
LEONCIO B. EVASCO, JR.
Cabinet Secretary
Housing and Urban Development
Coordinating Council Chair

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MESSAGE

The intent of this manual is to serve as

There is something that designers, builders, students, professionals and
reference material for better understanding of new
other concerned partners in the housing industry should look forward to.
and innovate building technologies that could be
used in housing projects both in private and
government sectors.
The National Housing Authority (NHA) has developed a Training Manual
on the use of New Technologies for NHA Housing Projects. The Manual includes
Thank you and Congratulations!
various AITECH accredited Technologies with explanation on the proper
construction methodologies, and construction details aimed in achieving safe,
affordable, resilient and decent housing for marginalized sector. It specifically
focuses on construction and connection details for better understanding of
resiliency principles in design and construction.

ENGR. DANTE B. POTANTE

Director, Bureau of Design
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)

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MESSAGE

It is my pleasure to present to you this first edition of the Training Manual We look forward to a continued upgrading of
on the Use of New Technologies for NHA Housing Projects. This manual building systems and materials, the necessary skills,
accompanies the hands-on trainings conducted and will be conducted by evaluation tools, and even our own acceptance to
HTDO with the technology proponent for NHA employees and contractors new ways of doing things. Then, maybe we can see
involved in the construction of projects that utilize such AITECH-accredited that day when housing backlog is just a thing of the
systems or materials for housing, as required under NHA Memorandum Circular past.
No. 2016-120. The training and this manual are essential components towards
achieving the desired benefits of the technologies in housing through teaching Lastly, I would like to thank my HTDO Team for
of their proper installation and methodology of application. making this Training Manual possible.
We encourage users of these technologies to abide by existing
standards and requirements and to conform to prescribed conditions in
applying them, so that we can continue on the track of upgrading the housing
delivery for the public. We acknowledge the proponents for providing the
alternative solutions in this important government mission. While we usually
associate technology with high costs, it may surprise some of us that non-
conventional systems and materials that are better in most physical aspects can
AR. MARIA BENITA O. REGALA, FUAP, ASEAN ARCHITECT
actually be more cost effective. However, it takes due diligence for assessing
Department Manager, HTDO
how any of the features of a technology could bring about more advantage,
Editor-in-Chief
especially for our lower income fellow Filipinos. That is why the AITECH
Committee has devised and continually improves the tools for properly
evaluating proposed technologies from our country and abroad.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
BACKGROUND OF THE AITECH ———————————————————–—— 18
NATIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY AITECH PROCESS FLOWCHART —————————————————————--- 22
SUMMARY OF DPWH-APPROVED HOUSING MODELS W/ AITECH ACCREDITED
TECHNOLOGIES —————————————————————————- 23
MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR 2016-020: Guidelines for Construction Using
AITECH Accredited – New Technologies —————————————–– 28
VISION CHECKLIST FOR CONSTRUCTION TEMPLATE ————————————–———- 37

CONSTRUCTION METHODOLOGIES OF AITECH ACCREDITED TECHNOLOGIES

By 2019, NHA would have provided 50% of the housing needs for
homeless low-income families (based on the 2011 census) primarily those living in
waterways, danger areas, and government infrastructure project sites in Metro
Manila and all regions nationwide.
MISSION
We provide decent, adequate, and affordable housing to low-income
families, ensure the provision of community facilities, utilities, and access to social
services and economic opportunities.
A. ONE-TWO STOREY LOFTABLES
ECO KEY SYSTEM by Paligid Development Corporation ——————–— 46
LIGHT GAUGE STEEL FRAMES by Nedsteel Construction & Devt.Corp. — 61
PERMAFORMS by Permaforms Inc. —————————————————- 71
PLASWALL by Ecostrong Builders Corporation/STERLING Construction &
Development Corporation ————————————————–———— 88
SKS STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING SYSTEM
by SKS Construction & Devt. Corp.————————–- 96
STEELTECH ROOFING SYTEM by United Steel Technology Corp. ——–-- 109
B. LOW-RISE BUILDINGS
C-JOIST by Concrete Ventures Group Inc. ————————————— 123
EMMEDUE/M2 PANELS by Next Century Building Systems Inc. ————– 134
SRC PANELS by SRC Int’l Panel System Inc. —————————–———- 144

ANNEXES
HANDS-ON TRAINING 1: MAY 11-15, 2015 ———————————————–——–—— 156
HANDS-ON TRAINING 2 (TACLOBAN): JUNE 22-24, 2015 ————–——————–--—- 159
HANDS-ON TRAINING 3 (BACOLOD): NOVEMBER 24-26, 2015 ————–—–——–--—- 162
HANDS-ON TRAINING 4 (ECO KEY SYSTEM): DEC. 16, 2015 & JAN. 8, 2016———–--— 164
HANDS-ON TRAINING 5 (NCR): MARCH 9-11, 2016 ——————————-——–--—— 166
HANDS-ON TRAINING 6 (LEYTE): MARCH 10-12, 2016 ————————–—--—-——— 168
PROPONENT’S DIRECTORY ———————————————————————————— 174
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 National Housing Authority
BACKGROUND (NHA)

AITECH stands for Accreditation of Innovative Technologies for Housing. It

is a system for accrediting innovative technologies for housing. AITECH was Department of Science and Technology
(DOST)
conceived as a result of the numerous building technologies that have been
developed in the last few years using non-traditional or alternative materials and
systems. Cognizant of their potential in reducing over-all housing costs, it has
become imperative to accredit these innovative technologies for low-cost Home Guaranty Corporation
housing. (HGC)

Department of Public Works and Highways

AITECH responds to queries and requests from private manufacturers of (DPWH)
indigenous and innovative building materials/systems for technical and
engineering evaluation leading to accreditation of these products. The AITECH
Inter-Agency Committee reviews and accredits the technologies.

The AITECH Committee is composed of the following agencies: Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board
(HLURB)

Home Development Mutual Fund

Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council
(HDMF)
(HUDCC)

National Home Mortgage Finance Corporation

(NHMFC)

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 In the aftermath of Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan), there was a huge
demand for building materials and labor, due to the devastation on public and
Construction Industry Authority of the Philippines private infrastructure brought on by the typhoon. The NHA had to find ways to
(CIAP) address this concern in order to meet the housing demand. Concurrently, there
was also an influx of offers for new technologies, systems and materials to
AITECH. Most of the offers were wall systems & roofing materials. As an added
measure, the NHA through HTDO was directed to consult the Bureau of Design,
DPWH for reviews of the structural plans using the systems/materials.

As a result, twenty (20) different models using different technologies were

Department of Trade and Industry – Bureau of Product Standards evaluated and approved by the DPWH (refer page 23) likewise a Memorandum
(DTI – BPS) Circular 2016-20 “Guidelines For Construction Using AITECH Accredited
Technologies” was issued to guide end-users on the proper use and application
of new technologies (refer page 28). This also included the template for the
checklist of Construction in order to educate end-users on the proper
methodology of each of the technologies (refer page 37).

University of the Philippines – Building Research Service

Purpose of the Training Manual
(UP – BRS)
This Training Manual was published to educate NHA Technical Staff as
well as developer/contractors who will be using the technologies of the proper
construction methodologies of DPWH approved housing models with AITECH
accredited technologies/systems/building materials for typhoon reconstruction
projects and other NHA projects. This is to ensure proper application of the said
technologies/systems. The publication of this Training Manual is in coordination
The HUDCC is the chairman of the Committee while NHA serves as the with the technology providers of the said housing models.
secretariat

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 PROCESS FLOW CHART
ACCREDITATION OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES FOR HOUSING
AITECH ACCREDITED TECHNOLOGIES WITH DPWH APPROVAL
(AITECH)
(FOR YOLANDA PROJECTS)
PROPONENT NHA OTHER AGENCIES MODEL PROPONENT/ AGENCY COST PER UNIT
Submits AITECH Accredita- AITECH Secretariat receives
tion Application application and reviews at-
tached documents if complete Proposed 28.60 sq.m. PermaForms Inc. / Realm Php196,244.32
Bungalow Design as Homebuilders Incorporated
If documents are
Another Option for
complete Permanent Housing –
Yolanda Project

Pays fee and returns AITECH Secretariat issues Order 22 sq.m. Rowhouse with PermaForms Inc. / Realm Php195,000.09
copy of receipt V
of Payment for Evaluation Fee
Loft Provision Homebuilders Incorporated

NHA-HTDO evaluates structural

22 sq.m. Loftable Nedsteel Construction and End Unit =
Forward to DPWH, ASEP for com-
design/cost evaluation or seek plicated structural analysis, and/ Rowhouse Development Corporation Php158,439.47
assistance of support agencies or to UP-BRS/DPWH-BRS/DOST for (NCDC)
testing
Regular Unit =
Php136,038.17
AITECH Secretariat prepares
Consolidated Report and 26 sq.m. Single Storey Nedsteel Construction and Php 194,999.31
Recommendation to be
submitted to GM for endorse-
Row House Development Corporation
ment to HUDCC Chair (NCDC)

HUDCC Chair approves recom-

GM to endorse the recommen-
dation for AITECH Accreditation mendation and signs AITECH Ac- 28.4 sq.m. Single Storey Nedsteel Construction and Php 205,949.81
to HUDCC Chair creditation Certificate Row House Development Corporation
(NCDC)

Receives signed/approved Secures approved AITECH

Accreditation Certificate and
informs Proponent

* Yearly monitoring of the accredited technology is being conducted by AITECH

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 21 Sq.M. Duplex Housing Jose Cris Builders Php150,127.
Model 98
AITECH ACCREDITED TECHNOLOGIES WITH DPWH APPROVAL
(FOR YOLANDA PROJECTS)
22 Sq.M. Lofted Rowhouse Jose Cris Builders Php
For Typhoon Yolanda Victims 200,000.00
MODEL PROPONENT/ AGENCY COST PER UNIT

26 sq.m Single Storey Paligid Development Php 194,999.30 26 sq.m. Rowhouse Inquina Development Php
Rowhouse Corp. Corporation 194,999.00

22 sq.m. Loftable Row Ecostrong Builders Regular Unit = Php

House for Typhoon Corporation 170,501.92
Yolanda Victims USING CONVENTIONAL MATERIALS
End Unit (Stand alone) =
Php 214,419.28
MODEL PROPONENT/ AGENCY COST PER UNIT
22 sq.m. Loftable Row E. Florentino3 + Php 187,716.30
House Associates 22 sq.m. with Loft NHA Php219,723.63
Rowhouse for Typhoon
26 sq.m. Single Storey SKS Construction and Regular Unit = Php
Yolanda Victims
Row House Development 194,999.88
With Bedroom Corporation 2 Storey LRB Architectural Design by NHA For Estimate
Structural Design by DPWH
26 sq.m. Single Storey SKS Construction and Regular Unit = Php
Row House Development 192,363.82 3 Storey LRB Architectural Design by NHA For Estimate
Without Bedroom Corporation Structural Design by DPWH
28.4 sq.m Single Storey SKS Construction and Php 201, 893.51 28.40 sq.m. Rowhouse for Goldenville Realty Dev’t. Php194,790.96
Rowhouse Development Typhoon Yolanda Victims Corp.
Corporation
27 sq. m. Single Detached Habitat for Humanity Php
22 Sq.M Monolithic Dazzling Lite Enterprises Php 195,000.00 (Bamboo House) - Palawan Philippines 225,121.95
Dome House

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 HANDS-ON TRAINING SEMINAR FOR DPWH-APPROVED &
AITECH ACCREDITED TECHNOLOGIES FOR TYPHOON YOLANDA

MATERIALS FOR HOUSING

The Hands-On Training Seminar was created to educate NHA technical
staff and other developers/contractors who will be using the technologies of the
NAME OF PROPONENT TECHNOLOGY STATUS proper construction methodologies of DPWH-approved housing models with
AITECH accredited technologies/systems/building materials for typhoon
FRANCISCO J. NAKPIL FENA Roof Anchor Technology is found reconstruction projects and other NHA projects. This is to ensure proper
System technically appropriate application of the said technologies/systems. The Hands-On Training Seminar
(Alternative to J-Bolt) to make roofing was done in coordination with the technical providers of the said housing
structures resilient; models.
DPWH interposes no
objection to its use as
an alternative material

ROBIG BUILDERS AND Rib-type galvanized iron Approved by the DPWH

DEVELOPMENT roofing and Hook-type
CORPORATION / bolt
UNITED STEEL
TECHNOLOGY
INTERNATIONAL CORP

OFIC PHILIPPINES, INC. Onduline Roofing Approved by the DPWH

Material as alternative to G.I.
roofing

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NHA MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR 2016-020
SUBJECT : GUIDELINES FOR CONSTRUCTION USING AITECH ACCREDITED – NEW
TECHNOLOGIES
In view of the need to orient and educate end-users of AITECH accredited new
technologies, there is hereby a need for the issuance of these guidelines. Specific actions
for the proper use and application of said technologies are herein provided to ensure
compliance to correct construction methodologies based on AITECH approval.
1. BACKGROUND
1.1 The Accreditation of Innovative Technologies for Housing Inter-Agency
Committee or simply “AITECH” shall act as a review and approving body for
applications for accreditation of innovative technologies appropriate for
housing, in securing acceptance of their products or systems in the market as
well as to make these technologies eligible for funding acceptance under
government housing programs. It is chaired by the HUDCC.
Membership and Functions of the Committee:
The member of the Committee shall perform the following functions:
HUDCC – shall stand as the lead agency for the Committee and as such the
HUDCC Chairman shall be the signing authority for the accreditation
certificate.
NHA – The National Housing Authority shall act or serve as the AITECH Secretariat
for the Committee, and the agency involved with the structural and
economic evaluation of new technology systems appropriate for socialized,
economic, medium, and high-end housing project with the following
specific functions:
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-To review the consistency of pertinent documents required for
accreditation before payment of the required fees;
-To refer necessary testing/evaluation to the proper AITECH member
agencies upon payment of the required fees;
-To coordinate regular Committee meetings and other for a;
-To perform other administrative functions related to accreditation.
DOST – as the agency in charge of conducting material testing and evaluation
involving the physical, mechanical and other related properties and
recommend innovative materials/technologies for construction application.
HGC – as the agency concerned with the appraisal of housing models utilizing
innovative building technologies/materials.
HDMF/NHMFC – as the government financing institutions that shall accept
accredited technologies.
HLURB – as the regulatory agency tasked with the monitoring accredited
technologies on its compliance with housing standards based on the latest
IRR of BP 220 and PD 957, and PD 1096.
UP-BRS – as an alternative testing facility and evaluating agency concerned with
the overall technical feasibility of technologies.
DPWH – as an alternative evaluating agency on structural designs of low-storey,
medium to high rise housing, testing of materials pertaining to other
technologies for infrastructure (i.e. roads, bridges); and validation of
laboratory test reports from its accredited testing laboratories.
CIAP – as the agency tasked with dissemination of information; as well as the
inclusion of applicable technologies in the Modular Coordination System.
DTI-BPS – as the agency tasked with monitoring of quality production; information
dissemination on new construction materials as well as the development of
standards.
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1.2 The Amended Implementing Guidelines on the Accreditation of Innovative
Technologies for Housing dated 27 August 2003 also mandates the AITECH
4.1 There shall be a mandatory coordination meeting among NHA personnel,
to act as a monitoring body to ensure that the accredited technology/
both from HTDO and from Project Implementing Team, AITECH technology
system/building materials is/are being used in accordance to the
proponent or supplier and the contractors who will use the technology prior
proponent’s approved proposal.
to actual construction.
1.3 I n line with the above, two (2) hands-on training workshops and seminars
4.2 A hands-on training seminar and workshop shall be conducted and
were conducted. The first one was held at the NHA Compound, Elliptical
scheduled prior to actual construction.
Road, Diliman, Quezon City, from 11-15 May 2015. The second one was held
in Leyte-Samar Project Office, Calanipawan Road, Sagkahan, Tacloban
The Housing Technology Development Office (HTDO), together with the
City, from 22-25 June 2015. The training included (a) lecture presentation by
accredited technology proponent shall conduct training for the NHA
the technology providers, and (b) on-site demonstration construction to
employees and the contractors before using the new technology.
familiarize the participants on the proper application and construction
methodologies. Participants included NHA technical personnel including
Training shall highlight the proper installation and methodology of the
project team heads, staff, contractors/developers who will be using said
technologies. technology. Certificates shall be awarded to those who completed the
trainings. Contractors who are not issued certificates of training
2. OBJECTIVES completion will not be allowed to implement the new technology.
The guidelines are hereby issued with the following objectives:
The site where the hands-on training will be conducted shall be identified
2.1 To ensure the quality and proper application of new technologies which are by the NHA project team leader.
AITECH accredited in all NHA housing projects;
Participants shall be identified at least two (2) weeks prior to the conduct
2.2 To provide uniform guidelines to NHA project implementors and inspectors on of the training, the list of which must be submitted to HTDO, and
the proper use of the technologies. forwarded to HRMD, and for approval of the General Manager.

2.3 To establish and maintain a reliable AITECH monitoring system.
3. COVERAGE
These guidelines shall cover all current and future NHA housing projects
using AITECH accredited technology/system/building materials. These shall also
cover the three-phases of construction.
A checklist for construction shall be provided by the technology proponent
to the NHA and the contractor for compliance and to be used as a
monitoring and inspection tool by NHA project implementors (see Annex
A).
All expenses incurred in the preparation and conduct of the hands-on
training and seminar workshop shall be for the account of the proponent
and contractor as agreed between them.

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5. CONSTRUCTION PHASE
5.1 The technology proponents/suppliers shall submit to NHA copies of the
certification every quarter for the project made by the contractors/
developers to authenticate that the items purchased are from the
accredited proponents. The contractor/developer shall attach said
purchase orders to the billing documents to be submitted to the NHA
Project Officer in charge of the project.
5.2 The construction checklist shall be used by the NHA project implementers
and which shall likewise include notes observation and findings on the
critical points for construction of the technology (see Annex B).
5.3 Sanctions shall be set should errors be made in actual installation of the
new technology, in the form of possible revocation of the certificate
awarded to the technology provider or non-payment of the
accomplishment of the contractor by the NHA Project Implementing Team
(NPIT).
6. INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE DURING ACTUAL CONSTRUCTION
6.1 Execution of designs must strictly conform to the plans as approved by the
NHA and/or the DPWH as the case may be.
6.2 Tests like soil compaction tests, compression tests, etc. should strictly be
observed by the contractor and copies of the results duly submitted to the
Project Office.
6.3 Field density test shall be required per block, and costs shall be included in
the indirect cost.
6.4 Compaction is critical and should be observed prior to actual construction.
6.5 For panel technologies like Plaswall and Permaforms, starter bars should be
aligned with the spacers within the panel.
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6.6 Vertical bars should be tied at the bottom of the panels to ensure non-
movement and also to avoid pilferage.
6.7 Utilities (electrical piping and plumbing) should be well secured to avoid
movement within the panel. Fixed sockets should be included in the
specifications.
6.8 On-site fabrication of panel technologies (e.g. Plaswall and Permaforms, or
similar) by the contractor/developer shall no longer be allowed. For the
protection of the technology and to ensure right methodology, the supplier
should strictly fabricate the panels or strictly supervise fabrication on site by
their qualified personnel.
6.9 Material specifications (e.g. thickness of the boards to be used as
permanentformworks for panels) should be uniform and in accordance to
approved plansand specifications.
6.10 A set basis for the concrete mixture where contractors can derive from
shall beestablished. A trial mix should be required from the contractor, to
check the mixture, strength, and slump, prior to pouring.
6.11 Concrete mixtures that need to be modified according to locally available
sand or aggregates, or any modifications made in the design mix should
first be approved by the field office before implementation. Design mix per
approved specification must be used for the project as agreed during
construction meeting.
6.12 Boards for permanent formworks with at least 4.5mm thickness should
beinstalled horizontally to allow pouring at the recommended height. The
pouring should only be done at a height of 0.30m. To ensure that there is no
segregation of aggregates walls should be tapped with a rubber mallet
immediately after concrete pouring.
6.13 For roofing, proper overlaps should be observed to avoid leaks. For rib-type
roofing, rib profile should follow the standard 0.30m (2 ½ corrugations)
overlaps.
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 6.14 A digital micrometer should be used as caliper for roofing sheets. A Vernier
caliper (for bolts) will not be able to yield the same result, thus, shall not be
used to get the thickness of the roofing sheets.
6.15 On random checking, the NHA inspector, supplier and the contractor shall
certify that the correct roofing had been delivered on site. NHA shall not
accept nor use sheets or other materials that are less than the
recommended specifications.
6.16 In the event that a contractor developer decides to change any material
or methodology and shifted to another technology, the contractor/
developer must secure prior written approval from the NHA, through the
AMO/Regional Offices. This shall be covered by a variation order. All
change in technology and plans must likewise be submitted to HTDO for
review, for the final approval by the General Manager.
7. POST-CONSTRUCTION PHASE
7.1 An accomplished final report certifying compliance to the checklist for
construction shall be attached to the billing and final acceptance of the
project (see Annex B). The same must be submitted to the Project
Implementing Team and to the AITECH Secretariat of HTDO.
8. AITECH TEAM INSPECTION
8.1 An AITECH Inspection Team is hereby created and shall be composed of
architects and engineers from the HTDO as well as members of the AITECH
Inter-Agency Committee. It shall conduct inspections on projects with
critical findings on the use of the new technologies. There shall be at least
three (3) members of the Inspection Team, two (2) from HTDO and one (1)
from the AITECH Committee.
8.2 The AITECH Inspection Team shall be undertaken at least once during pre-
construction phase and during construction phase as may be necessary.
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8.3 The schedule of the AITECH Inspection Team shall be coordinated with the
CPES Team, if the concerned project is included in the CPES evaluation list.
While the CPES is concerned with the over-all performance of the
contractor, the AITECH Team shall check on the proper use and application
of the technology.
8.4 All AMOs/Regional Managers shall designate the Project Manager of the
concerned project or his/her technical representative to witness the
inspection.
8.5 The AITECH Inspection Team shall likewise submit its report supported by
photos and videos to the AITECH Inter-Agency Committee and to the
General Manager for information, within five (5) days after its inspection.
8.6 Should there be discrepancies/negative findings on the project, a
memorandum shall be issued by the HTDO Department Manager to the
General Manager thru the AMO/Regional Office Head concerned, and
POSSO recommending corrective measures. The contractor/developer may
request for another inspection after corrective measures have been made.
Non-compliance to the recommended corrective measure within the
specified time frame will result in the revocation of AITECH certificate.
8.7 The Head of the AITECH Secretariat shall submit to the AITECH Committee a
Summary Report of all NHA housing projects inspected/monitored including
its findings/recommendations for proper action.
9. OTHER PROVISIONS
9.1 The technology proponent and/or the contractor concerned shall shoulder
the costs of transportation, accommodation, and other incidental expenses
of the AITECH Inspection and Monitoring Team in the conduct of inspection.
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 CHECKLIST FOR CONSTRUCTION TEMPLATE

9.2 Should there be other technologies that will be accredited and 1. PROJECT SITE INFORMATION DETAILS
which shall be adopted in any NHA project, the same procedures
shall be applied. Likewise, a new set of instructions for compliance 1.1 Project Name: __________________________________________________________
during construction shall be issued particular to the said new 1.2 Date Inspected: __________________________________________________________
1.3 Project Location: __________________________________________________________
technology.
1.4 Name of Developer/Contractor: ___________________________________________
1.5 Block / Lot: ________________________________________________________________
1.6 Type of Dwelling
EFFECTIVITY One Storey Loftable Low Rise Building
This Memorandum Circular shall take effect immediately. Row house
Duplex
--
2-Storey
For guidance and strict compliance of all concerned. 3-Storey

(original signed) 1.7 Type of Technology Used

Monolithic Unit/Box  Heavy
ATTY. SINFOROSO R. PAGUNSAN  Light
General Manager Total System (Panels)  Structural Frame
 Structural Panels
 Infill Panels
Date Approved: _27 January 2016_ Structural System (Frames)  Frame
 Bearing
Special On-Site Techniques  Tunnel Form
 Slip Form
 Jack Block
 Lift Slab
 Accelerated Cure
 Special Mortar
Conventional Techniques 
Others  _____________________________________
(if using New Technology/AITECH-Approved Technology)
Name of Technology:______________________________________________
Name of Supplier:________________________________________________

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 2. FOUNDATION WORKS (use DPWH and NHA certified plans as reference)
1.8 Site Condition
Cut 2.1 Grade Beams and Slab on Fill
Infill
RECOMMENDED MARK REMARKS
Mechanically Compacted
(As Per Manufacturer’s (Correct/
-By how many percent? %
Specification) Incorrect)
1.9 Is the site free from any foreign debris? Sizes of Beams
 Yes Thickness of Slab
 No Diameter of Bars
Provide description with pictures) Spacing of Bars

1.10 Compaction Test for Filling Materials 2.2 Wall Provisions

1.10.1 Compaction Test Result_____________________________________________________
1.10.2 Name of Testing Company__________________________________________________ RECOMMENDED MARK REMARKS
(As Per Manufacturer’s (Correct/
1.10.3 Address of Testing Company________________________________________________
Specification) Incorrect)
1.10.4 Name of Representative Starter Bars spacing
NHA Representative_____________________________________________________ Length of Starter Bars
Contractor Representative ______________________________________________ Starter Bar Diameter
1.10.5 Date When the Test Was Conducted _______________________________________

2.3 Plumbing and Electrical Roughing-ins

Note : The Developer shall provide a copy to the inspector the Official Test result with a
DPWH Accreditation Certificate of the Testing Center. RECOMMENDED MARK REMARKS
(As Per Manufacturer’s (Correct/
Specification) Incorrect)
Size of Embedded Pipes
Electrical
Plumbing
Spacing

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3. WALL PANELS (use DPWH-APPROVED plans as reference) 4. CONCRETE POURING
RECOMMENDED MARK REMARKS 4.1 For manual pouring checklist
(As Per (Correct/
Manufacturer’s Incorrect) 30CM X 30CM X 30CM
Specification) ONE BAGGER MIXER MIXING BOARD MEASURING BOX
Spacer Distances (if applicable)
Frame Distances (if applicable)
Note:
Frame Thk. (if applicable)
4.1.1 Use Rubber mallet during concrete pouring to avoid honeycomb
Cement Mixture 4.1.2 Clean the outer face of the walls right after concrete pouring
Cladding material (if applicable)
Cladding thk. (if applicable) 4.2 Concrete Mixture
Plastering thk. (if applicable) RECOMMENDED MARK (Correct/ REMARKS
Dia. & Spacing of Hor. Bars Incorrect)
Dia. & Spacing of Vert. Bars Approved Mixture
Wire mesh accessories (if app.)
4.3 Concrete Testing
Corner Reinforcing Bars
RECOMMENDED RESULT REMARKS
Size
Slump Test
Spacing
Wire mesh accessories (if app.)
Compression Test
Ties
BOND BEAMS
Name of Testing Company ___________________________
Reinf. Bars Installation
Address of Testing Company ___________________________
C-Bars/Stirrups Installation
Name of Representative
ROUGHING INS NHA Representative ___________________________
Electrical Contractor’s Representative ___________________________
Plumbing Date When Test Was Conducted __________________________

Length of Rebar Hook & Splice

FOR LOFTABLE ROWHOUSE MODELS

Dowels
Dia. & Spacing of Dowels
Length
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5. FLOOR SLABS 5.2 Steel Decking
5.1 C-Joist/ T-Joist
UPON DELIVERY BEFORE INSTALLATION
MARK (Correct/
RECOMMENDED MARK (Correct/Incorrect) REMARKS
RECOMMENDED Incorrect) REMARKS
Red Marks
Steel Deck Thickness
Type of Joist
Formworks Preparation
Hairline Cracks
Steel Deck Layout
DURING INSTALLATION Marking of roughing ins
RECOMMENDED MARK (Correct/Incorrect) REMARKS Dowels
Grid Layouts Rebar Layouts
Shoring Spacing Grade of Material
Roughing-ins
Connection FORMS
Stiffener Spacing MARK (Correct/
End Steel Stiffener RECOMMENDED Incorrect) REMARKS
Shoring
REINFORCEMENTS Spacing
RECOMMENDED MARK (Correct/Incorrect) REMARKS 40mm. min. spacing (bet.
Grade of Steel beams & steel deck)
Horizontal Spacing 40mm. min. of Interlap of
Concrete Covering beams & Steel deck/welded

AFTER POURING SHORING

RECOMMENDED MARK (Correct/Incorrect) REMARKS MARK (Correct/
Deflection RECOMMENDED Incorrect) REMARKS
Cracks Shoring layout
Honeycombs Number of days
Formworks/Shoring
DECKING LAYOUT
Name of Testing Company ___________________________
MARK (Correct/
Address of Testing Company ___________________________
RECOMMENDED Incorrect) REMARKS
Name of Representative
Decking layout
NHA Representative ___________________________
Contractor’s Representative ___________________________ Number of days
Date When Test Was Conducted __________________________
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SAFETY NET (If recommended)
RECOMMENDED MARK (Correct/Incorrect) REMARKS
CONSTRUCTION METHODOLOGIES
OF THE DIFFERENT TECHNOLOGIES APPROVED BY DPWH FOR
TYPHOON YOLANDA
AFTER INSTALLATION
RECOMMENDED MARK (Correct/Incorrect) REMARKS TECHNOLOGIES USED IN :
Curing
Blackout A. ONE-TWO STOREY LOFTABLES
Testing
1. ECO KEY SYSTEM by Paligid Development Corporation
Name of Testing Company ___________________________ 2. LIGHT GAUGE STEEL FRAMES by Nedsteel Construction & Devt. Corp.
Address of Testing Company ___________________________ 3. PERMAFORMS by Permaforms Inc.
Name of Representative
NHA Representative ___________________________ 4. PLASWALL by Ecostrong Builders Corporation / Sterling Construction
Contractor’s Representative ___________________________ & Development Corporation
Date When Test Was Conducted __________________________ 5.SKS STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING SYSTEM by SKS Construction
6. COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS and Devt. Corp.
______________________________________________________________________ 6. STEELTECH ROOFING SYSTEM by United Steel Technology Corp.
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
(Provide Photos with captions) B. LOW-RISE BUILDING (5-Storey)
Prepared by: Reviewed by: 1. C-JOISTS by Concrete Ventures Group Inc.
__________________________________ _________________________________
2. EMMEDUE/M2 PANELS by Next Century Building Systems Inc.
Project Engineer in Charge of Construction Principal Engineer A / Principal Architect 3. SRC PANELS by SRC Int’l Panel System Inc.

Conforme:

___________________________
Contractor/Developer

Concurred by:

___________________________
Project Manager
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 One of the most valuable features of this technology is that its installation is 60%
faster than traditional construction methodologies; the single storey NHA Model for 22
and 26 square meter area can be installed within 6 days. Its smooth surface allows it to
be painted without additional preparation work before painting.

In line with creating disaster resilient housing structures for mass housing, the
structure is designed to withstand a wind load of 250 km per hour and has an earthquake
ECO-KEY SYSTEM – FIBER CEMENT EPS BOARD resistance of more than 9 degrees.

ADVANTAGES OF ECO-KEY PANEL

1. Flexible architectural design

2. Safe

3. Easy to Handle

The Eco-Key System is a fiber cement EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) foam
board, a fast and green housing technology solution to modern pre-fabricated
housing. Made of high strength fibers and cement, it is resistant to water and
moisture, corrosion and acid, and pest damage. Fire tests yield that the system is
A-grade and does not produce toxic fumes.
Manufactured by pulping, shaping, cutting, pressurizing and steam-
curing, the material is absolutely free of toxic substances, such as asbestos,
formaldehyde, benzene, and others. Its strength enables it to be used for single-
storey as well as multi-storey buildings. The Eco-Key System allows for ease in
construction and installation, requiring no special tools and minimizes wastage.
Easy assembly; requiring no special tools and assures no construction waste;
recyclable
4. Fast to Build
Easy to move around; time saving with smooth surface with no need to polish before
painting; most construction work is done in the factory which saves time on site
5. Affordable price
Saves on labor cost with much faster building speed; installation does not require
complicated procedure and heavy machine operation on-site, and can easily be
stored; can achieve longer life span due to typhoon and earthquake proof structure

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 LIGHT GAUGE STEEL FRAMING SYSTEM
ERECTING
Assembly:
For an NHA house of 22 square meters, 400 linear meters of steel coil are
used. 3 men can take 5 hours to frame and erect or 15 man hours total.

22 square meter house with 3 men, it takes 1.5 hours to fabricate the steel
frames, 5 hours or 15 man-hours to assemble frame and erect, 6.5 hours to

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STEP 1: FOUNDATION – STAKING & LAYOUT
• The building lines should be staked out
• All lines and grades are established
before excavation starts,
• Batter boards and reference marks to
be erected at such places where they will
not be disturbed during the excavation of
the building 0.20 meter fill on the units
STEP 2: FOUNDATION – LOT GRADING & EXCAVATIONS
• The building lines should be staked out
• All lines and grades are established before
excavation starts,
• Batter boards and reference marks to be erected at
such places where they will not be disturbed during the
excavation of the building 0.20 meter fill on the units
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STEP 3: FOUNDATION
• Place forms along the trenches for the foundation
• Prior to the placement of polyethylene sheet (4 mil.),
make sure the desired elevation has been attained
• Prior to pouring of concrete, reinforcing steel bars,
dowels and hold down embedment should be
positioned in the trenches
• Reinforcing steel bars are placed slightly elevated
on top of the polyethylene sheets. It should be
properly embedded in the finished slab.
STEP 4: FOUNDATION – PLUMBING LAYOUT
• All piping for drain, waste and vent/s should be in
place according to plan. Utility pipes are placed
in the excavated trenches, which will be backfilled
prior to the pouring of concrete for the
foundation.
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STEP 5: FOUNDATION – CONCRETE FLOOR SLAB
• The proper position of starter bars should be
checked prior to pouring of slab. Starter bars should
be 10mm Ø x 400 mm spaced at 600mm O.C. An RFI
(request for inspection) is required to verify that the
embedded items were placed according to plan.
• Concrete with design mix of 2,500 psi / 28 days is
poured. Allow 24 hour curing before removal of steel
forms.
STEP 6: STEEL FRAMING - ASSEMBLY
• Steel frames are delivered on site pre-cut and pre-
punched together with an installation manual.
• Framing panels are fastened together using blind
rivets
• Wall layout is marked on the floor slab prior to
erecting the wall frames.
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STEP 7: STEEL FRAMING - ERECTION
• Start at the external corner; place and plumb
a wall frame panel. Install the adjoining
frame to make a self-supporting corner.
• Clamp the frames together and check for
plumbness and proper positioning. Connect
frames with screws or rivets recommended by
the manufacturer.
• Erect frames along the perimeter of the unit,
installing the internal and external frames as
necessary.
• Install temporary bracing during wall frame
erection. The line of top plates in a run of
walling should be checked with a plumb line.
• Make sure that the 90 degree angle is attained consistently by temporary
bracing diagonally the frames together, from the bottom track to the
farthest vertical frame.
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STEP 8: ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING STUB-OUTS

• After the wall frame panels are installed, put the

door jambs into position.

• Make sure all electrical and plumbing stub-outs are

set into place during installation of forms.

• Provide extra stud for utility box bracing

• Install removable forms for interior side of walls first. This is to ensure that all
STEP 9: WALL FORMS roughing-ins are in place.

• Install the removable forms for the exterior side of the wall next. Make sure
the boards are placed up to the finished grade line to achieve a monolithic
concrete mix covering the floor line; also to detain possible water seepage
along floor line level.

• Fix shoring on joints to prevent overflow of concrete mix and to maintain

plumbness.

• Pouring shall be done at 1.2m lifts maximum with the design ration of 1:5,
flow able type using 1 bagger mixer in a direct concrete placement
method.

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STEP 9: CONCRETE WALL IN-FILL

STEP 11: EXTERIOR ROUGH

• Doors and Windows are delivered and installed.

• Roofing sheets and accessories are installed.

• Required interior and exterior finishes are applied.

STAGE 12: DETAIL FINISH

STEP 10: WALL PREPARATION

• Finishing shall follow in accordance with the plans and specifications.

• After concreting of walls, prepare
surfaces for painting by grinding or
patching, to even out surfaces. Apply
tile adhesive to roughen surface of
flange for better adhesion of skim coat.

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 LIGHT GAUGE STEEL FRAMING SYSTEM ILLUSTRATION

PERMAFORMS WALL PANEL

It is a panel composed of fiber cement
boards (accredited with AITECH), single
component polyurethane adhesive, and its
technology “Universal Rebar Adaptor”, which
holds the rebars in place. They act as
permanent formworks, which deletes the cost of
the forms. There is no need for plastering and its
ready to paint.

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PANEL FABRICATION

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 PANEL INSTALLATION

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 POURING OF CONCRETE

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 CONSTRUCTION MODULES

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PANEL TYPICAL CONNECTION

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 Starter bars or link bars should be clearly
STEP exposed and free from obstacles prior to

3
installation of Plaswall panel. Once con-
PLASWALL crete slabs are cured, installation of Plas-
wall panel shall commence.
METHODOLOGY

STEP Prepare the concrete slab as per

1
specification and details of plans.

Place wall angle at the edge side or in be-

tween two Plaswall panels and pin on the con- STEP

4
crete slab, to serve as guide for the rest of the
panels to be erected & also to secure Plaswalls
in place & correct alignment.
STEP

2
Concrete slab should be rough
even finished.

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 STEP Before installation, cut panels for the door and

5
window openings, and others, as per specifica-
tion in the plan.

Plaswall Panel with Guidelines

Same procedure with electrical conduits, water

STEP

7
lines and plumbing wall roughing-ins are slides
into the panels and cut appropriate holes for
connection of:

Install plaswall then install the plaswall panel

STEP

6
slide into starter bars or link-bars and rest verti-
cally on the slab.

Lavatory & water closet

fixtures

Kitchen sink drain & wall

faucet connection

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 Use wall angle or scrap plastic spacer
STEP

9
Temporary braces & horizontal struts should be installed & cut as brackets and screw to support
tied up both sides of the panel to keep the plaswall pan- interconnection of plaswall panels t-
STEP el plumb & upright position. also will help prevent panel section and elbow section.

8
from bulging while concrete pouring. mounted @ 0.30m
and 1.2m from the concrete slab. use leveling bar to
check the plumbness of the panel.

C-purlins used as horizontal strut

and braces

Plastic spacers as brackets

Slide and shoot the rebars @ the holes of the

STEP
plastic spacers inside the plaswall panel for

10
vertical and horizontal reinforcement. Spac-
ing of rebars will be based on given plan.

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 For filling of concrete inside the plaswall panel use fun-
STEP

11
nel and place it in between plastic spacers. compres-
sive strength and the mixture of concrete will be based
on the structural specification.

CONRETE STRENGTH
CLASS PROPORTION CEMENT SAND GRAVEL
PSI Mpa
AA 1:2:3 12 0.6 1 4000 27.5

A 1:2:4 9 0.6 1 3500 24.13

B 1 : 2.5 : 5 7.5 0.6 1 3000 20.68

C 1:3:6 6 0.6 1 2500 17.24

D 1 : 3.5 : 7 5 0.6 1 2000 13.79

Once the concrete is cured, remove all the temporary
STEP struts and braces and clean the surface of the plaswall.

13
do not remove the screws but instead pound the screws
until the head of it penetrates the panels and flatten the
STEP

12
Pour concrete inside the panel by level @ 0.30m surface even.
gradually until it fills the entire panel.

For finishing touches: lay the mesh tape in between

STEP panels or groove connection between panels and have

14
it skim coat. Polish the surface of the plaswall by sand
paper prior for painting.

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 PRE-PAINTED
G.I. ROOFING

Paint Specification
• 0.40 BMT + 0.01mm coating + 0.01mm paint= 0.42mm
• Polyester Paint System
• 2 coat 2 bake process
• Top coat = 10 microns
• Primer = 4 microns
• Black Coat = 5 microns
• Primer = 4 microns

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Steeltech Rib22

Manhattan Red ROOFING INSTALLATION

Step 1

Make sure that there is a surface for the J-Bolt to connect.

Venetian Blue

Steeltech Corrugated Amazon Green

Canyon Beige

Roof and C-Channel Connection using J-Bolt

Colombian
Coffee

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 STEELTECH RIB 22
Installation Visual

Step 2

Install the Steeltech Corrugated Roofing sheets using J-Bolt and lock it
with washer nuts.

STEELTECH CORRUGATED
Installation Visual

ISOMETRIC DETAIL

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PROPER STORAGE

STEELTECH's products are manufactured in accordance with the highest

quality standards defined in the metal coating industry.

Proper care and storage of these products prior to installation on the

final location is vital to meet the life expectation for the product when installed.

During storage when water from rainfall and moisture due to

condensation accumulates in the products or in between sheets of products, it
can create serious quality problems. It is easier to prevent this problem by 2). Always keep the Products in a dry, shaded and good ventilated area
following the proper care and storage. but do not allow entry of wind-driven rain. Do not keep the Products on wet
floor (water, rain, etc.).

Not following the care and storage instructions may lead to serious product
quality issues such as paint peel off, stains, blistering, corrosion, color changes, etc.

1. Indoor Storage
Storage should be indoors if possible, preferably in a clean, dry area away
from any source of chemical pollution. Since rapid changes in temperature may
cause condensation leading to quality issues, storage should be at an even
temperature. In particular, storage of products on site will be improved by a few
simple precautions:

1). Always stack the Products on metal or wooden skids in tilted position
3). Store away from chemically aggressive substances (e.g. salt, cement,
to keep them from direct contact with the ground, or drainage of water
fertilizer), away from material that could contaminate the surface (e.g.
or moisture and to prevent sagging.
diesel oil, paint, grease) and away from site traffic.

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 4) Where possible, do not leave uncovered products stacks lying in the
open. Store them under cover and away from open doorways.
3) Store out of direct sunlight if possible.

2. Outdoor Storage
When storing outdoors in unavoidable, these are the recommendations:
1) Always stack the Products on metal or wooden skids in tilted position
to keep them from direct contact with the ground, or drainage of water
or moisture and to prevent sagging.
4) Store away from chemically aggressive substances (e.g. salt, cement,
fertilizer), away from material that could contaminate the surface (e.g.
diesel oil, paint, grease) and away from site traffic.
5) The period of outdoor storage should be kept as short as possible.
Particularly during the rainy season because sheets in stack get wet due to
condensation and that the condense water cannot evaporate easily.

Recommendation for Protecting Deck Bundles at Job Site

2) Use good covers such as tarpaulins, loosely shrouded over stocks

and firmly anchored to prevent wind blow off, but ensure that there is
adequate ventilation under the cover to prevent water condensation.
Do not use plastic covers during storage.

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 PAINT DELAMINATION
3. When products get wet
Regularly inspect the products during storage preferably at least once a week. If • Soft and pliable paint surface
there is presence of water in the product, please perform the following: • Bubbles underneath the paint surface is present

1) Wipe off the water with clean cloth and allow air circulation to • Paint peeling
complete the drying process.
2) Check presence of water in between sheets, if water is present separate
the wet sheets and place in tilted position so that water will flow until
dry.

IDENTIFY THE WRONG STORAGE PRACTICES

WHAT IS WET STORAGE STAIN?

• No tarp / Lona is covering the Roofing

Is a result of neglect and improper storage practices of the user and by
no means should be construed as product quality defect. • Metal Debris / Scraps are on top of the
roofing
This is caused by stacked products where moisture or water gets trapped
• Ponding of water
in between roofing sheets or when ponding of water occurs on the surface of
the roofing sheet thus restricting adequate airflow. Trapped moisture or water • Storage is near organic materials such
could lead to paint delamination and/or rusting as leaves and soil

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PROPER INSTALLATION GUIDE

1. On cutting, Trimming & Drilling

1) There is no special equipment or tools needed, however work will be

much easier if you use an electric drill and screwdriver. To cut metal roofing
sheet it is better to use shears or a nibbler.
2. Post Installation Cleaning
2) Never cut metal roofing sheet with parting grinder. It would burn the
1) Metal dust and chips from cutting and drilling must be brushed o since they
coating and galvanization on the edge of the sheet which may lead to
oxidize and can damage the surface.
corrosion.
2) Normal soiling resulting from the work can be removed with normal cleaners;
3) Place the trimmed part at he upper portion of your structure (near ridge
do not use powerful solvents which could damage the coating.
cap).
3) Any scratches made during assembly can be touched up with a special paint
(to be ordered from United Steel Technology International Corporation).

4) In any case, the galvanization of the steel prevents any oxidation of

damaged spots.

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PROPER MAINTENANCE GUIDE

Maintenance of your Steeltech Colored Roofing

1) Twice a year, clean your gutters and downspouts to avoid clogging and overflowing
of rainwater. C-JOIST
FLOOR AND ROOF SLAB SYSTEM
2) Use a high pressure water sprayer to break up any clogs inside your downspout.

3) Areas not subject to the natural washing action of rainfall, washing of roofing should
be done at least every 6 months and 3 months for coastal areas and in areas near
industrial sites to remove contaminants and prevent accumulation of salty deposits and
WITH REMOVABLE STEEL FORM
industrial debris that may accelerate corrosion.
SPACED AT 900 MM O.C.
4) Remember that accumulation of wind-borne salty deposits in seaside localities can
have a particularly aggressive effect on steel products.

5) Failure of proper maintenance may lead to premature fading and early corrosion of A pre cast, pre stressed concrete product used for floor and roof slab system. It is
the colored roofing. a concrete product with 5,500 psi. and with a pre-tensioned tendons as its
reinforcements. It is basically a concrete joist which supports a suspended
flooring and form part as a slab system.

An alternative method of slab construction such as the conventional or the

traditional concrete slab pouring.

Widely used on different types of residential and other kinds of buildings. These
are commonly used on mass housing, socialized housing, high end housing,
townhouses and privately owned residences. Also, it is widely used on
commercial buildings, mall buildings, condominiums, walk up buildings, medium
rise and high rise buildings. It is as well applied mostly on government and
private schools, municipal buildings, hospital, churches and other institutional
buildings. Moreover, it is also suitable for light and heavy warehouses, factories,
car parking, stadium and gymnasiums, cockpit arena, amusement park,
agricultural farm buildings and other possible suspended slab construction
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General Notes

1. Shoring: C-Joist must rest firmly before pouring of concrete slab. Shoring
members must be capable of supporting the dead-weight of C-Joist and
concrete slab. For C-Joist more than five meter (5.0m) span, quarter spacing
of shoring is required. For C-Joist above 3.0 m to 5.0 m span, only midspan
shoring is required. While C-Joist below 3.0 m span, there will be no shoring. C-JOIST with 75 mm thk
CONCRETE SLAB @
2. Removable Steel Forms & Steel Stiffeners can be removed 3 days after the 900 mm SPACING
pouring of concrete slab. However, shoring of C-Joist must remain in place
for not less than seven (7) days.

3. Slab: Concrete slab shall have a minimum fc’ at 28 days = 20.68 Mpa (3000)
psi

Handling of C-Joist Total Dead Load 1900 pa (41psf)

1. C-Joist can either be hand carried Volume of Concrete 0.085 m2 / sq.m
or hoisted
2. Pick up points are 1/5 from both Weight of Steel Reinf. 4.5 kgs. / sq.m
ends C-Joist / m2 1.62 lm C-JOIST with 50 mm thk
3. Caution is required to always lift C- CONCRETE SLAB @
Joist in an upright position. No. of RSF / m2 1.50 pcs 620 mm SPACING
No. of SS / m2 4.50 pcs
Bearing
1. All bearing surfaces must be true to line and grade
2. C-Joist must be installed with:
A.100mm minimum bearing on concrete
B.75mm minimum bearing on steel

Safety
Removable steel forms are temporarily forms to support the concrete during
pouring for safety, it is recommended to walk on C-Joist.

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TYPICAL DETAILS OF CONNECTIONS

C-JOIST INTEGRATED WITH BEAM

C-JOIST ON TOP OF BEAM

C-JOIST ON STEEL I-BEAM C-JOIST ON CORBEL TYPE BEAM

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INSTALLATION GUIDE OF C JOIST- RSF

1. C-JOISTS delivered on site are installed manually or using hoisting equipment.

2. C-JOISTS are then laid on top of beams (concrete or steel I-beams).
Minimum of 4 inches bearing on concrete beams and at least 3 inches
bearing for steel I-beams. It is the laid out on its specified spacing.
3. After setting up of C-JOISTS in its final spacing, RSF (Removable Steel Forms)
are then placed on top of C-JOISTS shoulder in between distances. It is laid
piece per piece and the steel stiffeners are placed underneath the steel
forms to serve as lock and support on forms. Each steel form has three steel
stiffeners spaced on 0.60 m on centers. Steel forms can be overlapped in
any length.
4. Dowel bars on beams are requires as shear connections. Minimum of 10 mm
diameter spaced at a minimum of 0.30 m to a maximum of 0.60 m with L/5
bend development length.
5. A 6 mm diameter @ 0.15 m o.c., e.w. welded wiremesh or equivalent for slab
reinforcement. These are placed d/2 of the specified slab thickness.
6. Concrete pouring of slab at least 3,000 psi compressive strength @ 28th day.
Minimum of 2 inches to a maximum of 3 inches on top of C-JOIST structural
slab topping.
7. Shoring for C-JOIST : For C-JOIST 2.00 m span and below– no more shoring is
needed
For C-JOIST above 3.00 m up to 5.50 m length, midspan
shoring is required
For C-JOIST above 5.50 m– quarter spacing of shoring is
needed
Note: After 7 days of pouring , shorings can be removed.
8. Electrical and Plumbing utilities are installed in a manner similar to that of the
conventional system.

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 MAIN OPERATIONAL STEPS:

1. Anchoring to foundation
2. Assembling the panels
- connecting panels on the rebars
- connecting adjacent panels
EMMEDUE/M2 PANELS - placing of reinforcement meshes

POLYSTYRENE PLATE 3. Plumbing and shoring of walls

EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) 4. Placing reinforcement on doors and windows
Variable Thickness 5. Roughing-in installation
Density 15 6. Structural shotcrete application

GALVANIZED STEEL MESH (Non-Load Thermal Transmittance

of Φ2.5mm with Electrowelded Bearing) U (W/m2K)*
Cross-connector of Φ3mm Kind of Panel Finished Panel
BRACKET VALUES (BTU/h ft2 F)
Thickness
CEMENT MORTAR (mm)
Density 15 kg/m3
Structural Shotcrete
(Cement to Sand Ratio 1:3) PSM 60 110 0.57 (0.101)

PSM 80 130 0.44 (0.078)

PSM 100 150 0.36 (0.063)

• Used for load-bearing structure, for buildings up to 4-
PSM120 170 0.30 (0.054)
storey, with structural plaster placed on both sides;
PSM140 190 0.26 (0.046)

• Used for partitions and claddings, in new building *Value obtained by analytical calculation
construction or renovation; Used for curtain walls and
partitions in large-sized industrial and commercial buildings;
Sound Proofing Index : 45 dB **

• Used for insulating frameworks for roofing and moderate floor span; with or Fire Resistance REI 120 ***
without pre-cast beams. ** Test Carried out on PSM 90 at Santiago del Chile University

***Test Carried out on PSM 80 at C.S.I. Milan, Italy

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 METHOD 2
REBAR SPECIFICATION
1. ANCHORING TO FOUNDATION number, diameter and length accord-
ing to calculations
1. Insert cut rebars on one side first
For example:
The panels are placed over a reinforced concrete foundation slab or strip -diameter 8-10mm
2. Place the panel
foundation beam. The size and characteristics of the foundations should be -interval 30mm(11.8 in)/ 400mm(15.75 in)
determined by specific structural calculations, based on the geotechnical 3. Insert the rebars on the other side -height 400mm (15.75 in)
analysis of the site.
FIX REBARS US-
ING STRUCTURAL
EPOXY; MAKE
THE REBARS ARE TO
SURE THAT BE PLACED ON BOTH
METHOD 1 DRILLED HOLE IS SIDES OF THE PANEL
FOLLOWING A ZIGZAG
PLACING THE REBARS BEFORE CASTING THE DUST FREE
LINE
CONCRETE

2. ASSEMBLING THE PANEL

One may begin from a corner and
proceed along both sides paying attention
METHOD 2 to maintain perpendicularity. If this method
PLACING THE REBARS AFTER CASTING THE is adopted, one has to proceed by
CONCRETE completing single rooms

In case of long walls, another

procedure to be used is the following: Begin
from a wall and continue by placing
perpendicular walls on a frontal advancement.

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 PLACING REINFORCEMENT MESHES
CONNECTING PANELS ON
THE REBARS
ANGULAR MESH FOR WALLS CONNECTION

Use galvanized iron tie

wire suitable for tying wire
mesh (No. 16); often used
with convenient twisting
tool or nips

CONNECTING ADJACENT PANELS

Before applying stitches between panel to panel, make sure that panels fit
perfectly and are aligned; ANGULAR MESH FOR FLAT MESH FOR EXTERNAL
WALL-FLOOR CONNECTION REINFORCEMENT
It is possible to pre-assemble panels together before installing it to the rebars.

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3. PLUMBING AND SHORING OF WALLS 4. PLACING REINFORCEMENT ON DOORS AND WINDOWS

Place flat meshes at 45°, at

distance of less than 1 cm (0.4 in) from
the opening’s edge
Before shoring the walls,
make sure that walls are
plumb;

You may use steel

shoring or locally available,
and conventional
construction materials

DOORS

Locally remove polystyrene on

areas where anchoring is needed

Incase of external doors leave

atleast at 4 cm (1.6 in) of polystyrene to
avoid thermal bridges

ANCHORING

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5. ROUGHING-IN INSTALLATION
Roughing-in can
installed by melting the polystyrene
using a blow torch or a heat gun;
When it is necessary to cut
the mesh, cut-out mesh shall be
replaced by a flat mesh to ensure
continuity of its steel mesh
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6. STRUCTURAL SHOTCRETE APPLICATION
be
DESIGN MIX
-Portland Type Cement
-Sand with a diameter of 0-6 mm (0-1/4
in)
-CEMENT/SAND(in volume) = 1:3
-WATER/CEMENT (in weight) < 0.52
OPTIONAL
-Admixture (Accelerator, Retarder)
-Waterproofing (Integral)
The shotcrete should be ap-
plied on the walls in two con-
secutive layers; the first of
which will be sufficient to cover
the steel mesh
Once the plastering procedure
is finished it should be kept
damp for at least 48 hrs.
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SRC PANEL

Use Steel Reinforced Concrete (SRC) Panel System for Walls, Roofs and
Floors as a modern alternative to CHB (Concrete Hollow Blocks)

Steel reinforced concrete panels are composed of lightweight core

(expandable polystyrene) sandwiched between smooth welded wire fabrics
that are held together by spreader wires pierced through the polystyrene core
then welded together on both sides. This core composition makes the panels
easy to install as they are lightweight and easy to carry. The panels may be used
for both interior and exterior load-bearing walls, roof, or flooring material.
When fully installed, the polystyrene core, steel mesh and mortar plaster
support one another for greater flexibility to resist seismic and wind forces for
better protection against earthquake and other forces of nature as compared
to traditional methods of construction.
The SRC Panel System is a composite sandwich type structural panel
composed of high tensile wires densely welded together, an expanded
polystyrene (EPS) core, and concrete panels for exterior faces. The steel
reinforced concrete panels provide tensile and compressive strength. The EPS
core separates and stabilizes the panels against buckling under edge wire
compression, torsion or bending. The core also functions as a thermal and
acoustic insulation.
Lightweight and economical, the SRC Panel System is the modern
alternative to concrete hollow blocks (CHB) as a building material.

Today, SRC Panel System has paved the way to a new generation of
building construction material which is more economical, faster, and allows for a
much safer structure.

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Build beautiful homes that are structurally superior. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Every panel goes through a unique and special process that guarantees
The Steel Reinforced Concrete (SRC) Panel System is a wall board that is made
superior quality. up of styrofoam, welded wire mesh, slant wire, and mortar plaster, used to build
Plus, the EPS core’s acoustic and thermal insulation properties will reduce noise walls, roofs and floors, each performing a solid structural formation.
and will keep the cool air inside even after the air-conditioning has been turned
Styro Thickness
off.
1.50”, 2.00”, 2.50”, 3.00”, 3.50”, 4.00”
SRC Panel System will make your house a BETTER investment.
Length of Panel
2.40 m up to four (4) meters
Economical Flexible Core
Fire Resistant Lightweight Expanded Polystyrene (EPS), Fire retardant grade

Sound Proof Speedy Construction Core Density

Insulation Seismic & Wind Resistant 17-18 kg/m 3

Wire
High Tensile Black iron
Conforms to ASTM designation A-82 and to ASTM designation A-105 as
a welded steel fabric with ultimate tensile strength (fy) of 100,000 psi
Wire Diameter
Longitudinal: 2.0mm
Transversal: 2.0mm
Joint/Spreader: 2.3mm
Spacing of Squares: 50mm X 50mm
Spacing of Spikes: 50mm X 105mm
Accesories
Flat mesh, Angle mesh and U-mesh
Meets all building code for residential and commercial construction
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ERECTION 1. 2.

SRC PANELS are installed

systematically following the
foundation profile according
to set drawing/plans linking
them to the pre-arranged
anchoring bars/dowels.
The SRC PANELS are tied with
Ga 18 GI tie wire on both side
along the wire mesh matting.

FLAT MESH: These are

additional reinforcing connectors in between two panels on both sides
tied with Ga 18 GI tie wire for extra strength as well as to prevent cracking 3. 4.
of plaster.
ANGLE MESH: These are additional reinforcing connectors installed in all
corners of the structures, it can be in vertical or horizontal position. tied with
Ga 18 GI tie wire for extra strength as well as to prevent cracking of plaster.
U-MESH: These are additional reinforcing connectors used at the borders of
windows/door openings for extra strength as well as to act as holder of
jambs/frames and prevent cracks.

ALIGNMENT: Once the SRC PANELS are installed, they are aligned and
plumbed, using rigging bars and wood as shoring. They may be placed on the
exterior or interior of the structure, depending on the building strategy adopted.

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9. 10.

7. 8.
11. 12.

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SRC PANEL SYSTEM METHODOLOGY
SRC PANELS USED AS FLOOR SLAB AND ROOFING:
Basically, the same instructions as for the installation of vertical panels
apply. The panels should be joined together, anchored to the walls with GI tie
wires and temperature bars as additional reinforcement at the bottom of the
slabs and roofs. These temperature bars give additional strength on bending.
The spacing of these bars depends on the type of usage/occupancy for the
building. These PANELS work as unidirectional slabs with the longitudinal panel
running along the shorter span of the area to be covered. For floor PANELS,
interior beams/support should be constructed around the perimeter of the
structure and in specific cases, including partition areas. Concrete casting for
slabs/roof requires shoring to limit PANEL deflection.
ROUGHING-INS: Installation of electrical, plumbing, heating, telephone and
other systems are done by melting/cutting the polystyrene using a hot air or any
simple cutting tools. This is done after the complete erection of the PANELS and
before the plastering phase. In case of rigid pipes, the mesh can be cut open,
the pipe then fitted in the polystyrene. It is important for the affected area to be
restored by means of a reinforcement mesh.
PLASTERING:
1. WALL PLASTERING: Characteristic of the structural plaster has a grain size from
0 to 5mm. Once cured, its resistance has been gauged to be approximately 200
kg/sq.cm or about 2,844psi. Prior to plastering the following checklist should be in
order:
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a. Inspect vertical installation
b. Ensure PANEL Alignment
c. Check reinforcement/bracing of structure
d. Restore wire mesh that were previously cut during rough-in installation
e. Apply 1st plaster coat on external side of the wall, let this plaster settle for a
day before applying the 2nd coat or final plaster.
2. SLABS: Prior to plastering, the following checklist should be in order:
a. Inspect horizontal installation leveling
b. Ensure all connectors/reinforcement in place
c. Restore wire mesh that previously cut during rough-in installation
d. Check the shoring for a correct positioning to avoid sagging of SRC PANEL
slabs
e. Apply 1st coat on the bottom portion of the slabs, let this settle for day
before applying the 2nd coat or final plaster
f. Pour concrete on top slabs using a 3/8” crush gravel with the design
thickness
3. ROOFING: Prior to plastering the following checklist should be in order:
a. Inspect the slope of the roof level
b. Ensure all connectors/reinforcement in place
c. Restore wire mesh that were previously cut during rough-in installation
d. Check the shoring for a correct positioning to avoid sagging of SRC PANEL
roofings
e. Apply 1st coat on the bottom portion of the roof, let this settle for a day
before applying the 2nd coat or finishing
f. Apply 1st coat plaster on top portion of the roof with a 0.5 bag of sahara
mixed with a bag of cement to prevent leak
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g. After this coat has settled, apply a black cortal asphalt to the entire surface of
the roof for water proofing purposes
h. Apply the final coat plaster with a 1:1 mixed of sahara for leak prevention
i. Final application/coating of waterproofing paint.

ANNEX
SUMMARY OF ERECTION PROCESS
• Construct wall foundation
• Install SRC PANELS
• Install connectors reinforcement to required areas
Hands-on Training Seminars for the Proper Construction
• Prop, secure, align and plumb wall panels Methodologies of DPWH Approved and AITECH
• Install window sills and door jambs with proper form for concrete application; Accredited Technologies
this may be done at a later stage provided that the openings are not totally
finished plaster
• Install all roughing-ins
• Apply 1st plaster coat on external side of the wall
• Simultaneously install SRC PANEL roof and all roughing-ins
• Secure roof PANELS with tie wires and reinforcement completed
• Prop up roof PANELS with shoring materials
• Pour concrete mix to roof area with water proofing materials
• Install electrical, plumbing and other accessories
• Apply necessary coverings such as paint, tiles, etc.

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 HANDS-ON TRAINING FOR DPWH-APPROVED AND AITECH ACCREDITED
TECHNOLOGIES
MAY 11-15, 2015; HTREX BUILDING, NHA COMPOUND, DILIMAN, QUEZON CITY
These are the proceedings of the Hands-On Training for DPWH-Approved
and AITECH Accredited Technologies held at the Housing Technology Resource
and Exhibit Center Building, NHA Main Compound, Elliptical Road, Diliman,
Quezon City. The training for NHA staff was conducted last May 11 – 15, 2015.
Participants were technical staff from the Visayas Management Office,
Mindanao Management Office, Southern Luzon-Bicol Office, Project Operations
Support Service Office, Housing Technology Development Office and the
General Services Department.
The technology providers involved in the training, namely Ecostrong
Builders Corporation, Permaforms Incorporated, Nedsteel Construction and
Development Corporation, Noellouise Custom Furniture and Fitouts Corporation,
and United Steel Technology Corporation, submitted housing design models
using their AITECH-accredited technologies for review and approval by both the
NHA and the DPWH.
The following is an overview of the five days training and the highlights of the
program:
Day 0: Preparation of Foundation and Slab On-Fill
Prior to the training, Permaforms Incorporated had already prepared the
foundation and slab for actual construction. A 4.00m x 4.00m module was
prepared in the area between the NCL Office and the HTREX Building where the
proponents held a construction demonstration as part of the training.
Day 1: Lecture Presentation
The proponents started the Hands-On Training with presentations
detailing the construction methods and technical specifications of the
technologies. The lookouts in actual construction were focused on during the
lecture.
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Day 2: Actual Demonstration by Ecostrong Builders Corp. & Permaforms Inc.
The Hands-On Training had resumed on the second day with Ecostrong
Builders Corporation’s and Permaforms Incorporated’s actual board-up demo
on the front and side walls of the prepared module. Their technologies are
panels that incorporate plastic spacers for the rebars, finished on each side with
fiber-cement boards that are attached by special glue on the spacers,
fabricated off-site and assembled easily on site before pouring.
Day 3: Actual Demonstration by Nedsteel Construction and Development Corp.
The third day opened with the demonstration of Nedsteel Construction
and Development Corporation installing their Light Steel Framing System for the
rear wall of the mock-up. The Light Steel Frames were clad with fiber-cement
boards that were screwed and secured in place with C-channels before
pouring. In the afternoon, concrete pouring for the in-fill began. Concerns were
addressed regarding the correct pouring technique to avoid segregation of
aggregates.
Day 4: Roofing Frame Installation and Presentation for the Doors and Windows
The proponents finished the concrete pouring for their walls, and NCDC
simultaneously installed the roof framing. In this case, Nedsteel has already pre-
assembled the rafters and trusses prior to the actual installation. The door and
window assemblies are provided by Noellouise Custom Furniture and Fit-Outs
Corporation, together with its partner, Titan Doors.
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Day 5: Roofing Installation and Wrapping-Up
The last day of the training began with a demonstration by the
contractor Robig Builders and Development Corporation, partnering with United
Steel Technology Corporation in using Steeltech roofing sheets. Robig Builders is
a contractor for a project in Leyte, where they used Steeltech products with the
J-type bolts that Steeltech supplies with their roofing sheets.
Before concluding, the group of participants and proponents gathered
in the HTREX Lobby to review their findings on the past few days and address the
concerns on the reporting for post-construction. The format of the checklist
report was heavily discussed for ease of checking by the project managers.
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HANDS-ON TRAINING FOR DPWH-APPROVED AND AITECH ACCREDITED
TECHNOLOGIES
JUNE 22 – 24, 2015; NHA LEYTE – SAMAR PROJECT OFFICE, TACLOBAN CITY
Phase 2 of the recently concluded Hands-On Training for DPWH-
Approved and AITECH Accredited Technologies was held in the NHA Leyte-
Samar Project Office in Calanipawan Road, Sagkahan, Tacloban City, on June
22-24, 2015. The training featured Nedsteel Construction and Development
Corporation, Permaforms Incorporated, United Steel Technology Corporation
and Greenway Toilet Solutions. The participants of this training consisted of
technical staff from the NHA Leyte-Samar Project Office and contractors
involved in the construction of disaster-resilient housing for the victims of
Typhoon Yolanda. Nedsteel’s Light Gauge Framing System and Permaforms
particularly are already being used in the area as alternatives for conventional
methods of construction, and, along with Steeltech, were part of the previous
Hands-On Training Seminar held in the NHA Main Compound last May 2015.
Below is an overview of the training:
Day 1: Introduction of the Technologies and Lecture Presentation
Nedsteel Construction and Development Corporation started the lecture
presentation with the company’s technology, Light Gauge Steel Framing
System. It was followed by United Steel Technology Corporation presenting the
Steeltech colored roofing sheets and J-bolt, followed by the presentation of
Permaforms Inc. on their Permaforms panel; and lastly Green Eco-Toilet System
by Greenway Toilet Solutions, a technology that incorporates recycling of gray
water. A representative from SCG, the supplier for the fiber cement boards that
are part of Permaforms Inc.’s technology was also present. Each presenter was
given an opportunity to discuss questions and clarifications from site engineers
and contractors using their technology.
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 Likewise, Permaforms Inc. addressed concerns on the reports of
Day 2: Actual Construction Demonstration by Permaforms Incorporated segregation of aggregates in the said technology, and thus a recommendation
The participants headed to the project site in Babatngon, Leyte, where of laying the boards horizontally to enable pouring at the proper height was
the site of Phase 2 of the Channel Ridge View project is located. The said made. The company agreed to do a study on the possible implications of this on
project is already implementing the DPWH-approved 28.6 square meter housing the cutting list and the cost. It was also agreed upon that fabrication of the
design model by Permaforms Inc. The presenters from Permaforms gave notes panels by the contractors will no longer be allowed to ensure that the quality of
on the precautionary measures for installing the panels and concrete pouring, the materials will not be compromised.
which are crucial to the technology.
The training concluded on a general discussion on the approved plans
Day 3: Actual Construction Demo by Nedsteel Construction & Dev’t. and the processes should contractors decide to change from using
Corporation, Steeltech and Greenway conventional materials to new technologies.
The second mock-up unit based on Nedsteel’s 26 square meter housing
design model was done within the compound of the NHA Office in Tacloban,
where Nedsteel demonstrated the installation of the framing and the rafters for
the roof. Steeltech also had a small mock-up of their own, where they showed
how the J-Bolts are installed and demonstrated how to check the thickness of
the roofing sheets. Greenway Toilet Solutions also demonstrated the installation
of the water recycling unit for the toilet and bath of the 26 square-meter mock
up.

The training enabled the participants to ask questions on their actual

experiences in using the technologies. For instance, it was found that site
engineers had been using the wrong type of calliper to measure the thickness of
the roofing (the Vernier calliper, which was being used to check the thickness of
the roofing sheets, is more accurately used for bolts), which was afterwards
clarified due to Steeltech’s information. Steeltech also presented a roofing
system design that incorporates J-Bolts and tekscrews for quicker installation, but
it is yet to be approved by the DPWH.

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TECHNOLOGIES
JUNE 22 – 24, 2015; NHA LEYTE – SAMAR PROJECT OFFICE, TACLOBAN CITY Day 3: Wrap up and Awarding of Certificates

The training proper ends on a review of the learning on technologies

This is the 3rd Phase of the said Hands-On Training for the Bacolod Project
Office in Negros Occidental. The said training was held from November 24 – 26,
2015.
The technologies featured in this Hands-On Training were Permaforms by
Permaforms Incorporated, Gardner Fiber Cement Boards by Central Lumber
Corporation, and Steeltech Roofing Systems by United Steel Technology
Corporation. Attendees were the project engineers and architects of VMO-
Bacolod and various engineers and site supervisors from Bilrey Construction,
Opus Land Inc. and A5R Dynamics Construction Corp., contractors and
developers who have been using Permaforms Panel in their contract for the
Yolanda Rehabilitation Program.
featured during the three-day training. Attendees who managed to complete
the full three days were awarded certificates to signify that they are able to
supervise over the use of the new technologies featured in NHA projects.
As with the previous trainings, this event enabled contractors and
supervisors to voice out their concerns and questions in using the AITECH
Accredited technologies and again, it was a good opportunity for the
proponents also to improve upon their technology because of various
experiences on site.

Day 1: Lecture Presentation by the Technology Providers

The training kicked-off with an introduction to the three technologies. The
technical providers presented their AITECH Accredited technologies’ features
and their methodologies. The contractors and site supervisors asked a range of
questions, from the pricing to the methodology based off their own site
experience in using the featured technologies.

Day 2: Construction Demonstration at Antonino Heights, Cadiz City

The actual demo done by Bilrey Construction workers was held at the
NHA project site in Brgy. Luna, Cadiz City. The project makes use of the
Permaforms Panel, with the horizontal layout of the boards. This new layout had
been an outcome of the previous training, held in Tacloban, which had been
one of the suggestions so as to guard the pouring of concrete at a correct
height. Additional observations were made by the workers in the difficulty in
lifting the boards at this layout, and also with the way they insert the vertical
rebars. The site engineers brought up the solution they had come up with on-site,
and was one of the main topics tackled at the Q&A.
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PROJECTS
NOVEMBER 24 -26, 2015; NHA BACOLOD PROJECT OFFICE, BACOLOD CITY
Contractors and NHA engineers and architects were given the
opportunity to ask for clarifications in the methodology, especially first hand
experiences from those who are directly supervising the work on site. Many of
the questions were also clarified in the second day, when the group went for an
actual demonstration for the installation of the technologies in the NGC site and
the Camarin site.
Day 2: March 11, 2016, HTREX Lobby
The Hands-On Training Seminar concluded on the third day with a
preview of the Memorandum Circular on the Guidelines for Construction which
had been the major output of the previous Hands-On Trainings for projects
under the Yolanda Program. This training also expects to have this kind of
output.
A short workshop was done to come up with a checklist for construction
based on the methodologies for the four tackled technologies. All the
participants contributed their observations and the important look-outs to
facilitate the easier checking of the project.

Day 1: March 10, 2016, NGC Project, Holy Spirit, Quezon City; and Camarin Certificates were awarded after the workshop for the participants who
Residences, Camarin, Caloocan City successfully completed the three-day
The participants of the training proceeded to the NGC site in Brgy. Holy
Spirit, Quezon City, for the actual demonstration of the installation for SRC Panels
and Steeltech Steel Decking. The concerns expressed during the previous day
were addressed here, as the contractor of NGC performed the installation at
SRC and Steeltech representatives’ careful attention and guidance. Then the
groups proceed to the Camarin site, where Next Century’s M2 Panels and
Concrete Ventures’ C-Joist are already installed. The actual demo allowed for a
better understanding of the technologies as installed on site. Because the
contractor has already finished installing the C-Joist and concrete pouring,
Concrete Ventures brought a mock-up for the participants to view as the
technical providers explained the technology.

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 HANDS-ON TRAINING FOR ECO-KEY SYSTEM BY PALIGID DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION
DECEMBER 16, 2015 AND JANUARY 08, 2016; NHA MAIN COMPOUND, ELLIPTICAL RD.,
DILIMAN, QUEZON CITY One of the most valuable features of this technology is that its installation
is 60% faster than traditional construction methodologies; the single storey NHA
Model for 22 and 26 square meter area can be installed within 6 days. Its smooth
surface allows it to be painted without additional preparation work before
painting.
On December 16, 2015, the National Housing Authority facilitated its
fourth Hands-On Training for the new technology, Eco-Key System.
Spearheaded by the Housing Technology Development Office, and in
partnership with Paligid Development Corporation, thirty-five of NHA’s technical
staff participated in the lecture presentation and the ensuing actual
demonstration that showed its unique construction methodology. A model
house had been constructed in the Main Compound adopting the NHA 26 sq.
m. house model to showcase the adaptability of the technology to the
Agency’s housing design.

The Eco-Key System is a fiber cement EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) foam

board, a fast and green housing technology solution to modern pre-fabricated
housing. Made of high strength fibers and cement, it is resistant to water and
moisture, corrosion and acid, and pest damage. Fire tests yield that the system is
A-grade and does not produce toxic fumes.

Manufactured by pulping, shaping, cutting, pressurizing and steam-

curing, the material is absolutely free of toxic substances, such as asbestos,
formaldehyde, benzene, and others. Its strength enables it to be used for single-
storey as well as multi-storey buildings. The Eco-Key System allows for ease in
construction and installation, requiring no special tools and minimizes wastage.

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PROJECTS
MARCH 9 TO 11, 2016; NHA MAIN COMPOUND, ELLIPTICAL RD., DILIMAN,
QUEZON CITY
The three day training held March 9 to 11, 2016, had been attended by
more than 50 NHA technical personnel from the NCR Program and Project
Offices, HTDO, and contractors’ representatives and foremen. This is the second
Hands-On Training Seminar for the year 2016, and puts the focus on the
technical education on the installation of AITECH Accredited technologies for In
-City Resettlement Projects, particularly the 5-Storey Medium-Rise Building
Models by the NHA.
This Hands-On Training Seminar featured the following technologies, to wit:
•Concrete Ventures, Incorporated, C-Joist
•Next Century Building Systems, Inc., M2 Panels
•SRC Int’l Panel System, Inc., SRC Panel
•United Steel Technology International Corporation, Steeltech Steel Decking
The four technologies were presently being used in the NGC Projects in
Brgy. Holy Spirit, Quezon City and the Camarin Residences in Caloocan City.
The three-day seminar included lecture presentations of the four
technology providers of the technologies, the second day, an actual
construction demo in the NGC Project and Camarin Residences, and the third
day, a workshop for the creation of the guidelines for construction, to be
compiled and made into a Memorandum Circular that shall be put into effect in
all NCR projects using the above technologies.
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Below are the proceedings of the Hands-On Training Seminar:
Day 1: March 9, 2016, HTREX Lobby
The Seminar began with a word of prayer and the singing of the
Philippine National Anthem. Ar. Maria Benita O. Regala, Department Manager
of HTDO, opened the Seminar with a few insightful words on the need to train
NHA staff as well as our partner companies and contractors to ensure the
excellent quality of work for the Agency’s beneficiaries. A review of the past
Hands-On Training Seminars and their outputs were mentioned to further
emphasize the importance and the expected results from the Training.
The presentation began with SRC International Panel System Incorporated’s SRC
Panels, with a short glimpse of the company’s history in the construction industry
and a detailed technical lecture on the right installation methods and
construction look-outs. Next, United Steel Technology International Corporation
showed their step-by-step installation methods for Steeltech Steel Decking. The
representatives also shared their dos and don’ts on site, crucial points and
practices that ensure the quality of the said technology is kept.
In the afternoon, Next Century Building Systems Incorporated opened
the lectures. Due to the similarity between SRC Panels and M2 Panels, the
representatives showed the unique lookout points for their technology and the
differences in the methodology and accessories as applied in their technology.
Concrete Ventures’ C-Joist was the last to present, and gave a detailed
installation method with drawings of the sequencing of work in installation.
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 HANDS-ON TRAINING FOR AITECH ACCREDITED TECHNOLOGIES FOR SAMAR/
LEYTE PROJECTS
MARCH 10 TO 12, 2016; HOTEL ALEJANDRO, PATERNO STREET, DOWNTOWN, TACLOBAN
CITY, LEYTE
The three day training held May 10 to 12, 2016, had been attended by
more than 50 NHA technical personnel from the Region 8 Project Offices, HTDO,
and developers. This Hands-On Training aims to provide technical staffs the right
installation of DPWH-Approved and AITECH-Accredited Technologies,
particularly for Rowhouse Projects under the Yolanda Program.
Below are the proceedings of the Hands-On Training Seminar:
Day 1: May 10, 2016, Alejandro Hotel
The seminar began with a word of prayer and the singing of the
Philippine National Anthem. Engr. Jovita G. Panopio welcomes all the
participants and urged them to listen very carefully on the presentations to be
discussed. SKS Construction and Development Corporation was the first
presenter. The talk started with a brief discussion of the company’s history
followed by the technology’s detail and method of installation.

This Hands-On Training Seminar featured the following technologies, to wit:
•SKS Construction and Development Corp., SKS Steel Framing System
•United Steel Technology Int’l Corp., Steeltech Roofing
•Permaforms Inc., Permaforms
The three technologies were presently being used in the Basey Pointe,
Basey Samar and Guadalupe Heights 3, San Isidro, Tacloban City.
After the presentation of SKS, POSSO’s Department Manager, Engr.
Eclavea discussed about the MC 2775 on the Guidelines and Procedures on the
Issuance and Approval of Work Suspension Order, Work Resumption Order and
Contract Time Extension. It was clarified in the discussion that no Work
Suspension Order be given for rainy days but a monthly time suspension report
be filled up for a month which will be accumulated and be subject for time
extension.

The three day seminar included lecture presentations of the three

technology providers, discussion of the MC 2775 2775 on the Guidelines and
Procedures on the Issuance and Approval of Work Suspension Order, Work
Resumption Order and Contract Time Extension by Engr. Maria Otelia F. Eclavea,
Department Manager of POSSO, actual demonstrations in the Basey Pointe,
Basey Samar and Guadalupe Heights 3, San Isidro, Tacloban City, Yolanda
Housing Projects and a discussion noted and compiled for inclusion in the
Memorandum Circular that shall be put into effect in all projects using above
technologies.

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LEYTE PROJECTS
MARCH 10 TO 12, 2016; HOTEL ALEJANDRO, PATERNO STREET, DOWNTOWN, TACLOBAN The proper installation of walls and concrete pouring were also shown.
CITY, LEYTE Series of questions and observations during the actual demo were noted and
are included in Annex ‘A’ attached with this Memorandum.
Then, United Steel Technology proceeded with their presentation. They
discussed the company’s profile, projects using their technology and the
description of the roofing sheets they are using in their projects, mainly the Day 2: May 11, 2016, Afternoon Session, Hotel Alejandro
915mm and 1120mm effective width. Lastly, the Permaforms, Inc. presented a The Hands-on Training concluded on May 11, 2016 in the afternoon. At
video on the installation methodology of their technology and discussed it one
by one. The video comprised of the fabrication of the panels, the cutting of the start of the program, the participants were given time to ask questions
panels to size according to layout plan, and the foundation layout, installation regarding their observation in the site using the technologies and are included in
of walls, connection of panel to panel, the setting up of reinforcement and Annex ‘A’ attached in this Memorandum.
concrete pouring.
The Hands-on Training ended with the awarding of certificates to the
In the afternoon, the participants proceeded to Basey Pointe, Basey, participants who successfully completed the training. This signified that the
Samar, for the actual demonstration of the installation of the SKS Steel Framing recipients are certified to install and check technologies on site.
System. The presenter prepared the stages of construction of the technology
from foundation to roof installation to better understand the earlier presentation.
The speaker gave emphasis on the crucial part of the system such as the
connection of wall to purlin, purlin to rafter connection and the correct
orientation of the steel frames which is a crucial look-out point.

Day 1: May 11, 2016, Morning Session, Guadalupe Heights 3, San Isidro, Tacloban
City

The participants of the seminar proceeded to the Guadalupe Heights 3,

San Isidro, Tacloban City for the actual demonstration of Permaforms. Provided
in the site are units showing the different phases of construction using the
technology. Fabricated panels were shown in the site and the actual cutting to
designed sizes was demonstrated.

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 PROPONENT’S DIRECTORY Next Century Building System, Inc.
1011 The Infinity Tower, 26th St., BGC Taguig City
Concrete Ventures Group, Inc. 207, Carolina Mall, Sta. Rosa—Tagaytay Rd., Silang
36 1st Avenue, Cubao, Quezon City Cavite

Engr. Julius Ceasar Reus Anna Kristina Cura

Account Executive Sales Manager
723-4922 to 23/0917-855-4860/0932-862-5041 556-0200 0917-714-2399
jcjoist@yahoo.com nextcentury.annacura@gmail.com

Irene Paula Bolasoc

Ecostrong Builders Corporation / Sterling Technical Staff, CDSO—0917-711-3492
Construction & Development Corporation
Ritchville Corporate Center, 1314 Commerce
Avenue, Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila Paligid Development Corporation
Unit 87 16th Flr Alphaland Tower 6789, Ayala Ave,
Anna Charisa Olivares Makati City
Executive Manager
519-7942 519-8115 519-8714 Heaven Peñaflorida
519-8717 659-0900 370-4789 0916-599-6000
ecostrong@mcdc.ph heaven.peñaflorida@yahoo.com
Paligid123@gmail.com / www.paligid.com

Nedsteel Construction and Development

Corporation Permaforms, Inc.
88 Shaw Boulevard, Oranbo, Pasig City Blk. 8 Lot 21 Dahlia St., T.S. Cruz Subdivision,
Almanza Dos, Las Pinas City
Mr. Donald Lirio
President Ar. Don de Vera
654-6217 738-3046 Managing Director
rddlirio@gmail.com 881-8885 835-7175
ngg3366@yahoo.com archdon1@yahoo.com
0922-874-7349 0920-957-2784 emg_permaforms@yahoo.com
0922-874-7764 www.permaforms.ph
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 Housing Technology Development Office
Brief History and Function
SKS Construction and Development Corporation
4 Apo St., Quezon City The Housing Technology Development Office (HTDO) is one of the two sub-
offices under Technical Services Group (TSG) pursuant to NHA Office Order No. 5131
dated 08 March 2002 (copy attached as Annex 1) which was a reconstitution and
Stewart Plibundo redefinition of functions of the Task Force on Housing Technology and Project
Manager Development created under Office Order No. 9738 of December 1993.
731-0011 731-0022
skp@sks.com.ph The functions as stated in said Office Order No. 5131, and which are still being
undertaken by HTDO, are:

1. Undertake continuous improvement of the Authority’s project development process for

SRC Int’l Panel System, Inc.
Victoria Wave Special Economic Zone,
Brgy. 186 North Caloocan
Ms. Myrna Montaos
Sales and Marketing Manager
939-5893 983-8106 to 08 Fax– 983 7778
myrna.montaos@srcpanel.com
dvl_srcpanel2016@yahoo.com
United Steel Technology Corporation
12F BPI Binondo Rosario Bldg. 560 Quintin Paredes
St. Binondo Manila
infrastructure projects to ensure responsiveness to environmental, institution and social
changes primarily through the following:
A. Development of design standards of housing and building units
B. Development of standard site development schemes and design of utilities and
infrastructures
C. Development of alternative building and site configuration plan
2. Research and develop low cost housing technology and alternative housing materials,
including prototype design of housing units and engineering components.
3. Act as the Technical Secretariat for AITECH accreditation of housing technology
schemes.
4. Provide technical and research assistance to management and operating units in
developing housing programs and approaches.
5. Provide the technical planning and support services to operating units, during the pre
design phases.
6. Establish and manage the authority’s technical databases to include, among others,
an updateable information resource on construction materials and price indices.

Paula Dulalia The HTDO is also in charge of the development of the master plan and the
Marketing Manager supervision of construction of new structures in the NHA Main Compound per Office
Josephine Castillo Order No. 9545 dated June 10, 2010. It coordinates with other government agencies and
other organizations on matters pertinent to housing and planning (e.g., disaster risk
Business Development Officer
reduction, climate change adaptation, green building, gender sensitivity) to enhance
567-3668 to 79 / 0917-510-0918 / 0917-671-1746 the NHA’s capacity in carrying out its mandate. Moreover, HTDO aims to encourage the
castillo.marie@steeltech.com.ph use of innovative housing technologies, materials and building systems as an alternative
dulalia.paula@steeltech.com.ph to the traditional housing construction system.
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