Metal Deck Arch

When the school re-opened on the 27th of August after the mid-semester break, a lot of “oos.. and ahs…” were heard. Teachers and students were amazed when they cast their eyes for the first time on the newly completed metal deck arch between Block F and G of the school buildings.

So fast...amazing !!!

...impressive

Before the 18th of August 2007...

Utilising the state of art technology, the construction of the metal deck arch was completed in 9 days!
The construction work began...

A truss is the static (blue) structure consisting of straight slender members inter-connected at joints into triangular units. The metal deck arch structure also includes the following: purlins, rafters (roof joists) , beams and girders.

...removing the edge of the roof

A hydraulic crane in action -lifting the truss weighing about 1500kg to be fixed to the columns.

A total of 12 workers were involved in the construction work.

Insulation for the roof

A hole was drilled for PVC pipes to channel water collected on the rooftop, down the drain.

The completed strong metal deck arch

Rain or shine, all activities under the metal-deck arch are now possible.

A mammoth effort by the PTA and the school
The funds collected from last year’s Silver Jubilee Celebration and the various Fund-Raising activities undertaken by the school and PTA have made this project a reality. We are immensely grateful to the PTA Chairman, Mr Chang Kim Loong (AMN) and the all the dedicated council members, parents and generous donors for their relentless effort and support. Thank you very much.