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The Polypus system of construction
is labor intensive and uses a lot of local labor. Thus Polypus will
develop and train the local construction crews to provide the required
trade skills to support ongoing construction programs. Polypus also
uses local professionals at all levels of development, including the planning
process, architectural, engineering and construction disciplines.
Polypus will fully support the development of sub-trades and material suppliers through its joint venture purchasing policy, with the objective of encouraging the highest possible level of vertical integration of the local industry.
The Polypus system of construction
is the exact opposite of a ‘pre-fab’ technology. POLYPUS uses a Canadian
pressure treated wood frame structure, combined with locally found lateritic
clay, stabilized to become "earth concrete".
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Different kinds of roofing systems
can be easily adapted to conform to local styles and tastes. Any
roofing system can be adapted to Polypus technology, the most common roofing
system utilized in these countries presently is the zinc corrugated metal
roofing laid directly on wood or metal furrings.
For purposes of economical, resistant and attractive roofs:
· Polypus is highly recommending galvanized, high strength steel ribs (80000 PSI) covered up with a Barrier coat (.004 of plastisol) screwed to an independent galvanized steel framing. (joints & rafters), which are secured with hurricane ties to the wall system.
· Ventilated air space.
· Fiberglass insulation.
· Decorative metal ceiling (same specification as the roofing metal but with a different design shape).
This metal roofing is attached to the steel framing.
This system is suitable for the
construction of any low rise building from luxury villas to urban housing
and commercial developments, rural accommodations or even refugee camps.
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