THE IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY ON THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRYWith technology growing and innovating year on year, most industries have been affected by some sort of industry disruption. That paired with uncertain and complex economic and political times has forced businesses either to adapt and change their...

Cooling Towers 101:Cooling towers are used to remove heat from a building. Cooling a stream of water to a lower temperature using evaporation does this. Large cooling towers are usually used in industries like power plants, petroleum refineries and various manufacturing facilities. They vary in size...

In Doha's scorching 50 degree heat, having an AC is pretty much a basic human necessity; and with temperature soaring these days, it's a great time to consider investing in an AC. Split air conditioners (ACs) are an easy, efficient way to get year-round cooling without too much hassle. They differ f...

Best Drain Cleaners – Which Drain Cleaners are Truly the Best for Your PipesBest Drain Cleaners by TypeWhen you peruse the aisles at your local hardware store, you will find several types of commonly sold DRAINAGE PRODUCTS . Dig into the options on Amazon and you’ll find even more. The following ...

Finding the Ideal Thickness for the Insulation of a PipelinePipelines are used to transport petroleum products and natural gas across long distances in cold environments. Because of this, petroleum mixtures may need to be preheated after being transported in pipelines before a refining process can b...

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SCAFFOLDINGScaffolding brings two very important assets to a project: safety and convenience.When you choose the correct scaffolding, you are protecting yourself and others from falls, as well as the consequences of dropped equipment. A fall of four meters could do considerab...

While the word 'power tool' might conjure up images of jackhammers grinding through concrete or the ear-splitting sound of a drill, the term is actually much more far-reaching than the stereotypes it embodies. Power tools refer to any device that requires an external power supply - batteries, electr...

Corrosion management and CORROSION CONTROL is a critical factor in many industrial settings. Left untreated, corrosion can put infrastructure, safety and business performance at risk – with potentially devastating consequences. It’s also bad for the bottom line; a NACE International study estimat...

Though healthcare is subsidized in Qatar - especially at public hospitals like the state-of-the-art Hamad Medical Center - taking out an additional medical insurance package for emergencies should always be part of your contingency planning. A necessity for expatriates living in Qatar, private medic...

What Is an Electromechanical Technician and What Do They Do?Electromechanical technicians orElectro Mechanical Contractors play a vital role in our economy as many industrial systems are built with electromechanical devices. These technicians have in depth knowledge of maintaining electromechanic...