SELECTION CRITERIA FOR CEMENT BASED ADHESIVES
Saturday, 5th November 2011
PAM Mini Auditorium, PAM Sabah Chapter
The seminar was generously sponsored by MG Ceramics & Homeware Sdn Bhd, and the speaker is Mr. Felix Quek, Technical Service Director of ad2 Building Solutions Sdn Bhd. Felix has more than 30 years experience in the building industry providing solutions, materials and technical support of ceramic tiles, stones and waterproofing. Some of the major projects under Felix were the Singapore Changi Airport Passenger Buildings Terminal 1, 2 and 3, and the KLCC Suria Shopping Centre.
Felix’s presentation included the following salient features:
Tiling failures have become more common these days, especially the buckling, delamination (debonding) of tiles from the substrate, cracked tiles etc. It is happening not only in Malaysia, but across Asia Pacific.
There are many factors for tiling failure, including the following:
i. Insufficient gap/ expansion joint between tiles
(especially large sized tiles),
ii. Insufficient contact between adhesive and tile surface
(Min 85%, 95% preferred).
iii. Incorrect use of adhesive (e.g. should not mix with cement, do not prolong open time),
iv. Incorrect types of adhesive (e.g. wrong adhesives for structure subject to movement),
v. Incorrect application of adhesive
(e.g. Should apply on the substrate instead of back buttering),
vi. Incorrect steel trowel (should use small notch for small tiles, large notch for large tiles),
vii. Water pressure from penetration below the substrate (lack of waterproofing),
viii. Incorrect tile grout and incorrect scrub.
Felix also briefed on the common use of Cement Based Adhesive (CBA):
i. 1 Component :
CBA only (typical installation of tiles on floors and walls).
ii. 2 Component :
CBA + latex. (for improved performance on areas subject to movement).
He emphasized on getting the right adhesive for the job, and reminded all on the age old maxim that “You Pay One Cent, You get One Cent Product”!
Felix may be contacted: 012-9107182, 03-8061 9335 or email to: [email protected]
Reported by Ar. Mok Juang Yu
A talk on EVG 3D Construction System – An Intelligent and Fully Integrated IBS was held on Saturday, 24 September 2011 at the Grand Ballroom of Pacific Sutera Hotel. The talk was organized by Bristeel Corporation Sdn Bhd. Bristeel Corporation Sdn Bhd is the Authorized Distributor cum Certified Builder by EVG Three-D Construction System (M) Sdn Bhd.
Mr. Christian Peheim, Head of Structural Engineering from EVG Austria Headquarters spoke to 170 participants comprising architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, developers, contractors and others.
Mr. Peheim informed that EVG 3D Construction System is a worldwide patented technology designed and developed by EVG Austria. The system had been widely used in more than 60 countries for more than 30 years. It offers a relatively simple and cost effective Industrial Building System (IBS).
An EVG 3D panel consists of a three-dimensional welded wire space frame sandwiched with a modified polystyrene insulation core. The two main materials for the entire building are the panels and shotcrete. The materials are of sustainable natural resources which is environmentally friendly and of extremely low carbon footprint. The system has an earthquake resistant up to 7.5 Richter scale and typhoon resistant up to 300km/hour. There are 8 characteristics of EVG 3D construction as follows:-
1) Design Flexibility
2) Ease of Installation and Handling
3) “Formless” Construction
4) Higher Speed of Construction
5) Cost Efficient
6) Superior Strength
7) Green Product
8.) Energy Conservation
The talk was very informative and ended with many questions from the participants. The talk ended with lunch at 12.30 noon at Cafe Boleh, Pacific Sutera Hotel.
PAM Sabah Chapter organized a CPD seminar on “Thermal Comfort House by Solar Powered Ventilation” held on Saturday, 17th September 2011 was attended by 32 participants comprising of architects and QS.
UMS Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chris Chu and his team of researchers demonstrated that by placing wiremesh (with very fine grid) over the outlet of a chimney, the air flow rate will increase drastically. Other factors that will help include bringing in cold air using underground pipes; and make the upper part of the “chimney” in glass. This finding could have wide implication to the way we design passive ventilation e.g. stack effect with warm air passage through the jack roof. 
The presentation ended at 1.00pm after Q&A session with lunch. Vote of thanks is accorded to everyone for making their valuable time attending the seminar and to Assoc. Professor Dr. Christopher Chu Chi Ming and his researchers team for the informative innovation.
Reported by :-
Ar. Mok Juang Yu
The recently concluded 36th PAM Annual Dinner was held at the Grand Ballroom of Shangri-La’s Tg Aru Resort in Kota Kinabalu. 450 guests including architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, suppliers and other members of the local built environment industries attended the institution’s yearly dinner event.
Our Guest of Honour YB Datuk V K Liew, Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department was present to grace the occasion. PAM President, Ar. Saifuddin Ahmad, Sarawak Chapter Chairman, Ar. Peter Wong and Southern Chapter Chairman Ar. Hj. Zawawi Bin Zainuddin and spouse were also present.
The theme for this year’s dinner is “P”, PHENOMENOLOGY”. “Phenomenology” is a unique 
architectural term concerning the built environment. To simplify the idea of phenomenology, what is the relationship of a building with the surrounding context? Phenomenology is important to continue a particular culture, the spirit of a community and the character of local precedents. Proponents of phenomenology believe that architecture should be created to fulfill the human needs without destroying the unique natural and genius loci.
The occasion witnessed the installation of the newly elected Chapter Chairman, Ar. Lo Su Yin and introduction of the 2011-2012 committee members.
The outgoing Chapter Chairman, Ar. Ho Jia Lit initiated setting up the “PAM Sabah Chapter’s Education scholarship Fund” by contributing RM7,000.00.
A music performance by the PAM Band led by Mr. Mitchell Bernard and performance by newly installed Chapter Chairman and his crew in a Sketch entitled "left side view of the 3C’s (Consultant, Contractor and Client)".
Prizes were given out to The Best Creative Office Photos and Guess the Architect.
Also one of the highlights of the evening was the Lucky "Fear Factor" Draw where lucky participants would compete to win three Ipad 2.
It was an entertaining and fun filled dinner where everybody left upon the end of the evening with a wide grin and gladness of having an umbrella for door gift, just in case it rained again.
Reported by Ar. Rizal Ahmad Banjar
The 36th Annual General Meeting of PAM Sabah Chapter was held on 06th August 2011, Saturday at 10.0am at the Chapter Mini Auditorium. The AGM was attended by 48 corporate and 5 graduate members.
Ar. Lim Koi Hoe who was appointed as Election Officer earlier on, requested to nominate 2 scrutineers to assist in vote counting. The floor then nominated Ar. William CK Ho and Ar. Ronald SK Tang.
The election of the Chapter Committee was conducted in accordance with the PAM Constitution and Bye-Law where no floor nomination is allowed. This AGM was both interesting and exciting as there are two contests; for the post of Chairman and Vice Chairman. There were four nominations received at the close of nominations at 12.30 pm on 16th July 2011.
Two nominations were from Ar. Lo Su Yin and Dr. Tan Jun Kwang for the post of Chairman and another two nominations were from Ar. Jebb Liew and Ar. Arnold Kwan for the post of Vice Chairman.
Counting of votes was done by the Election Officer, Ar. Lim Koi Hoe and assisted by his deputy election officer, Ar. Chin Yin Tet and the 2 scrutinizers appointed when the AGM commenced at 10.15am.
The result was announced by the Election Officer, Ar. Lim Koi Hoe after the tea-break at 11.30am. Ar. Lo Su Yin was declared as the elected Chairman 2011-2012 with 38 votes against Ar. Dr. Tan Jun Kwang who only garnered 31 votes. Ar. Jebb Liew was declared as the elected vice chairman with 37 votes against Ar. Arnold Kwan who only garnered 29 votes.
After much debate on the issues of the eligibility of Ar. Lawrence Chin as the nominated Hon Treasurer at the special chapter committee meeting held on 27 July 2011, the election officer’s final decision decided to declare Ar. Lawrence Chin as the elected Hon Treasurer. Ar. William CK Ho was returned unopposed for the post as Hon Secretary.
The 6 Chapter Committee members who were nominated and won un-contested were:-
1. Ar. Rizal Ahmad Banjar
2. Ar. Fong Kean Chong, Aaron
3. Ar. Daniel Koh Chung Hou
4. Ar. Yong Ming Cheong
5. Ar. Mok Juang Yu
6. Ar. Ooi Bee Yan, Noreen
The AGM adjourned at 1.20pm followed by lunch.
A CPD on the Principles of Designing for Fire Safety: Understanding the Prescriptions of the Uniform Building By-Laws 1984 was organized by the Chapter on 23rd July 2011 at PAM Mini Auditorium. The talk started at 9.30am and was attended by 57 participants comprising of architects and architectural graduates.
PAM Sabah Chapter CPD Chairman, Ar. Dr.Tan Jun Kwang welcomed all participants and introduced the speaker, Ar. Chong Lee Siong, MMIArbs, MIFireE for this seminar.
The Fire Safety provisions of the Uniform Building By-Laws 1984 is often misconstrued to be restrictive and outdated in its scope, hence limiting architects’ flair and creativity in the realization of our design. However, the basic principles of designing for fire safety and the understanding of the characteristics of fire which is the basis of the formulation of the UBBL is still relevant today. This seminar presented the fundamental concepts of fire safety, interpreting the UBBL and the practical applications of the relevant fire safety codes in Architecture.
Ar. Lo Su Yin, Deputy Chairman of PAM Sabah Chapter presented a book gift – Architecture of Sabah: Resorts and Hotels to Ar. Chong Lee Siong. Vote of thanks is accorded to everyone present for making their valuable time to attend this informative seminar.The presentation ended at 1.00pm.
Saturday, 9th July 2011, PAM Sabah Chapter organized a product presentation on “Green Building Flooring Products Linoleum Presentation” by System Floorings Sdn Bhd held at the Chapter’s mini auditorium. The presentation was attended by 24 participants comprising of architects.
The speakers introduced System Floorings Sdn Bhd is the sole distributor for Forbo Krommenie Linoleum products from Holland in East and West Malaysia. They also specialised in computer raised floorings, imported marbles and granites.
The group Forbo is recognized throughout the world for their quality of its products in flooring materials. Committed to investment, research and continuous improvement, they offer products that are aesthetically appealing and suited to a wide range of applications.
Forbo-Krommenie floor coverings are manufactured in accordance with the strict requirements laid down in ISO-9001 standard. Marmoleum Real, Marmoleum Fresco, Plain Linoleum Walton, Corklinoleum and Artoleum Bulletin Board and Desk Top are manufactured from raw materials, such as linseed oil, natural resins, wood and/or cork flour, limestone and jute. Marmoleum as well as the other linoleum products are highly durable, hygienic, practical, decorative and colourful.
The presentation ended at 1.00pm after Q&A session with lunch. Vote of thanks is accorded to everyone for making their valuable time attending the seminar and to System Floorings Sdn Bhd for the informative product presentation.
Saturday, 25th June 2011, PAM Sabah Chapter organized a product presentation on “Going Green & Safety Glass & Fire Rated Glass System” by Aneka Glass Sdn Bhd held at the Chapter’smini auditorium. The talk was attended by 43 participants comprising of architects and suppliers.
Master of Ceremony, Ms. Shirlyn Thye, Managing Director of Gar Lightglass Sdn Bhd welcomed all and introduced all the speakers, Mr. Leo Breuker as Bridgestone Germany-Sales Director, Mr.Ho Chong Choai as Managing Director of Secuglass Sdn Bhd, Mr. Patrick Mok as General Manager of C3S Far East Ltd and Mr. Mohan Menon as Technical Consultant.
The speakers introduced the new state of art, crime prevention glass, fire resistant glazing system, clear run E1, for use as partitions, alongside fire routes in office, car parks and even shop fronts.
The crime prevention glass is laminated with a special “resin” to enable house owner to achieve “no more grill” concept which always affect the aesthetic of the house and increases risk of being trap during fire hazard. With minimum thickness of 5.5mm glass, Aneka Glass has passed the stringent test in European Standard DIN EN 356 P4A which need to withstand multiple drops of 4.1kg steel ball from 30 feet height.
There are 8 types of product display at the presentation as follows:-
1. Crime Prevention Glass
2. Anti-Bandit Glass
3. Bullet Resistant Glass
4. Anto-Blast Glass
5. Color Laminated Glass
6. Stained Glass
7. Fabric & Other Material Laminated Glass
8. Others such as textured glass, sandblasted & etched glass, ceramic frit printing glass, sculpture glass, stainless steel laminated glass, cracked glass and color coated glass
The presentation ended at 1.00pm after Q&A session with lunch. Vote of thanks is accorded to everyone for making their valuable time to attend the seminar and to Aneka Glass Sdn Bhd for the informative product talk.
A total of 26 architectural graduates including 3 past chairman and 2 Chapter committee members attended the “Architectural Graduate-Get-Together +Dinner” held on 14 June 2011 at the Chapter mini auditorium. The get-together was a fellowship event specially organized to gather all the returning graduates whom the Chapter members would like to meet for a dialogue and interaction with them.
Ar. Yong Ming Cheong, Chairman of the R & D Sub-committee welcomed all the architectural graduates and briefed on the purpose of this gathering. He introduced Ar. Victor Wong, the Sabah representative to LAM Council of Architectural Accreditation And Education Malaysia (CAEM).
Ar. Victor Wong briefed on the purpose of the LAM-CAEM. It was formed under the auspices of the Board to regulate all matters relating to architectural education. He formulated a Sabah lecturing Program for the returning architectural graduates. Through this program it is hopes to bring improvement and changes to the problems that the LAM-CAEM is facing on the declining standards of returning graduates.
Ar. Yong Ming Cheong suggested the architectural graduates to form their own committee. The graduate representative is invited to attend the Chapter Committee’s monthly meeting so as to be aware of current issues discussed.
The dialogue ended at 8.00pm after Q&A sessions and follow with a get-together buffet dinner.
Reported by
Ar. Yong Ming Cheong
